Will County Committee Explores Enhanced Transportation Program for Elderly and Disabled Residents

The Will County Ad Hoc Access Committee discussed Thursday a proposed resolution to enhance the county’s Will Ride program by potentially adding ride-share services like Uber and Lyft as backup transportation options when regular service isn’t available. The proposal, presented by Committee Chair Jim Butler, aims to address a critical issue facing elderly and disabled…

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Will County Advances Agricultural Support Measures Amid Airport Land Debate

The Will County Executive Committee approved two agriculture-focused resolutions Thursday, including one that proposes exploring local food production as an alternative to the long-planned South Suburban Airport project. The measures recognize agriculture’s importance to Will County, citing statistics showing 780 farms generating $234.7 million in annual sales, while also proposing new approaches to using state-owned…

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