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Color September Green: Recycle!
It’s time to clean out the broken and unwanted items cluttering your home! This Saturday, September 10, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Will County Green will be accepting a wide array of electronic items, with a limit of two TVs per vehicle. Also, pack any hazardous household chemicals, including cleaning and auto fluids, fluorescent…
Will County Seeking Paratransit, Dial-a-Ride Services Feedback
Launches “Access Will County” to examine transportation options. Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant announced the opening of the public engagement period for Access Will County, which will evaluate county-wide paratransit and dial-a-ride services and mobility options. Residents are invited to take a survey if they use paratransit or dial-a-ride services, or if they are interested…
Crete, Monee, Will County Celebrate Successful National Night Out
By Karen Haave Crete Police Chief Scott Pieritz knew National Night Out 2022 was a success when “One little guy told me it was his best day ever…because he got a snow cone and popcorn.” The event, co-hosted by Crete, Monee, and the Forest Preserve District of Will County Police Departments, drew an estimated 400…
Convicted Felon Sentenced for Home Invasion, Residential Burglary
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced convicted felon Angelo Ristick pleaded guilty to one count of Home Invasion, a Class X felony, and one count of Residential Burglary, a Class 1 felony. Judge Cornelius sentenced Ristick to 24 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for home invasion and 11 years for residential burglary.…
PQA Plus 5.0 Advisor Training September 14
The University of Illinois Extension, Carthage Veterinary Services, and the Illinois Pork Producers Association are teaming up to offer a training opportunity for those needing PQAPlus 5.0 advisor certification. The PQA Plus 5.0 Advisor training will be held Wednesday, September 14, at Carthage Veterinary Services Office, 303 N. Second Street, Carthage. Signs will be posted…
Sign-Up Now to Become an Election Judge
Will County Clerk Lauren Staley Ferry encourages interested individuals from both major political parties to sign-up to become an election judge and serve in the November 8 General Election. “Election Judges perform a vital role at our polling places on election day by serving voters and ensuring our elections are conducted properly,” County Clerk Staley…
County Executive Presents Budget Proposal to Will County Board Members
By Stephen Nelson At their August 18 meeting, the Will County Board heard County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant present her State of the County speech, in which she touted several accomplishments during the past year. Bertino-Tarrant said, “Great things are happening here, and people are noticing. Will County is getting the attention it deserves by the…
JJC Campus Police Unveil New Facility; Sign Shared Principles
About 100 people, including elected officials and trustees, were in attendance at Joliet Junior College’s Main Campus to celebrate the grand opening of the JJC Police Department’s new facility in G-Building on Wednesday, August 10. Prior to the renovation, the JJC Police Department worked in separate areas of the college. Their police department consists of…
Will County Begins 2023 Legislative Agenda Work
The Will County Board’s Legislative and Judicial Committee began working on Will County’s state and federal priorities for 2023. Each year, the county board and county executive prepare a document that outlines key priorities for the upcoming legislative sessions. “Will County is engaging our state and federal legislators on issues that are important to our…
Reminder: Tax Payment Due September 1
Will County Treasurer Tim Brophy reminds Will County property owners that the second installment of property taxes is due by September 1. Taxes not paid by that date will be charged 1.5 percent interest on the amount due. Taxpayers are encouraged to avoid in-person lines near the due date. Taxpayers who choose to pay on…
C-PACE Financing Environmental Improvements in Multifamily Property
The Illinois Energy Conservation Authority NFP (“IECA”), an Illinois tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, announced the closing of $21,125,000 in commercial PACE financing for environmental improvements as part of the construction of a 220-unit multifamily property at 232 North Prairie Road in New Lenox. The C-PACE capital will help fund HVAC, LED/high-efficiency lighting, roof, building envelope,…
William McGuire Jr. Sentenced to 25 Years
State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced convicted felon, William McGuire Jr. was sentenced to 25 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for home invasion and criminal trespass to residence. Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced convicted felon William McGuire Jr., 72, of Carol Stream, was sentenced recently by Judge Rippy to 25 years in…
Operation Green Light a Reality
This coming Veterans Day, the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National Association of County Veteran Service Officers (NACVSO) invite the nation’s 3,069 counties, parishes, and boroughs to join Operation Green Light and show support for veterans by lighting our buildings green from November 7 to November 13. By shining a green light, county…
Will County Achieves Energy Efficiency Recognition from U.S. Department of Energy
County surpasses “Better Buildings Challenge” energy efficiency goal. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized Will County for achieving its energy savings goal as a partner in the national Better Buildings Challenge. County government has achieved energy savings of 23 percent due to coordinated efficiency efforts across its building portfolio. “I’m proud Will County has…
JJC Faculty Union Awards $7,300 in Scholarships
Joliet Junior College Faculty Union has awarded $7,300 in scholarships to local students. “As educators, we understand the value of life-long education, and we are pleased we can assist students as they pursue their academic goals,” said Bob Marcink, JJC Faculty Union president. Scholarships ranged from $300 to $750 and were awarded to the following…
Glasgow Donates $2,500 to Lewis University for Flock Camera
In an effort to continue his countywide initiative to encourage communities throughout Will County to deploy Flock cameras, Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow presented a $2,500 check to Lewis University President Dr. David Livingston and Chief of Police Mike Zegadlo, for the purchase of a flock camera. Lewis University is matching Glasgow’s donation by…
Real Property Assessment Notice
The following is a list of factors (multipliers) applied by the Supervisor of Assessments to various townships: Wheatland 1.0500*; DuPage 1.0695*; Plainfield 1.0700*; Lockport 1.0641*; Homer 1.0555*; Troy 1.0630*; Joliet 1.0707*; New Lenox 1.0633*; Frankfort 1.0689*; Channahon 1.0580*; Jackson 1.0050*; Manhattan 1.0000; Green Garden 1.0750*; Monee 1.0997*; Crete 1.0922*; Wilmington 1.0715*; Florence 1.0528*; Wilton 1.0523*;…
