Regular Board Meetings

The Will County Board voted Thursday to postpone until February a decision on a controversial 3,600-acre solar farm proposal in Custer Township, with residents raising concerns about the project’s unprecedented scale and environmental impact. The proposed commercial solar facility by AIONA Energy, a Spanish-based company operating through U.S. subsidiaries, would be located south of Smiley…

The Will County Board passed Resolution 24-315 Thursday recognizing agriculture’s economic importance to the county, though the action sparked debate about how to handle ceremonial measures. The resolution noted Will County’s 780 farms generate $234.7 million in annual sales, with the county ranking sixth statewide in honey production and eighth in Christmas tree sales. Board…

In an emotional meeting Thursday, the Will County Board cleared a path for two organizations combating the opioid epidemic to receive long-delayed settlement funding, following testimony from both grieving families and recovery success stories. The board approved Resolution 24-314 establishing the Will County Opioid Program, which will allow distribution of national opioid settlement funds according…

Three Will County Board members attended their final meeting Thursday, with colleagues praising their combined 12 years of service as they prepare to step down following the November election. Meta Mueller, who served six years and held multiple leadership positions including Democratic Whip, was recognized for her work chairing several key committees including Capital Improvements…

In a move to improve government transparency, the Will County Board announced a new initiative to provide public access to meeting materials and recordings through its website. The program, unveiled at Thursday’s meeting, seeks to enhance civic engagement and accountability. Centralized Access Under the new system, residents can access board packets, meeting agendas, and video…

The Will County Board approved a set of stringent noise regulations on Thursday to mitigate the impact of the proposed Will County Solar Energy Project. The decision, met with significant debate, represents a landmark attempt to balance renewable energy expansion with residential quality of life. Acciona Energy USA Global, LLC, the project’s developer, presented findings…

The November 21, 2024, Will County Board meeting drew impassioned public commentary, spotlighting concerns about property tax equity, controversial solar farm proposals, and the community’s expectations for board accountability. Among the most vocal was Julie Connor of Lockport Township, who challenged the County Board of Review over what she alleged were improper assessment reductions that…