Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee Meeting August 4, 2026

The Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee met on August 4, 2026, to discuss several procurement and policy matters. A significant portion of the meeting focused on intergovernmental agreements with various villages for the placement of license plate reading (LPR) cameras on county highways. Committee members debated the effectiveness, privacy concerns, and oversight of these cameras, with some expressing the need for a county-wide ordinance to regulate their use and data management. Despite concerns, multiple intergovernmental agreements were approved by roll call votes. Additionally, the committee approved several contracts and agreements related to road resurfacing, wetland and stream banking credits, utility relocation reimbursements, and professional services for design engineering and right-of-way acquisition for various county highway improvement projects. The meeting also included updates on public transportation services consolidation and the introduction of construction interns. Overall, the committee took action on multiple procurement items involving infrastructure improvements and vendor agreements while addressing policy considerations for surveillance technology.