Highways, Waterways & Building Committee Meeting 9/10/26

The Kankakee County Board's Highways, Waterways & Building Committee met on September 10, 2026, to review and approve various procurement and budget items related to county infrastructure and facilities. Key procurement discussions included approval of multiple invoices for engineering, construction materials, equipment rental, and right-of-way negotiations, with notable payments such as a $460,000 jurisdictional transfer payment to Will County for County Highway 16. The committee also approved resolutions authorizing the county board chairman to sign agreements reimbursing legal and engineering costs related to the Lower Crossing Wind Project, with these costs funded by the wind farm and not the county. Additionally, the committee reviewed bids and awarded a $73,633 contract to Glady for HVAC unit replacement at 189 East Court Street, funded by ARPA funds, and discussed upcoming capital improvements including a walk-in cooler and freezer totaling $34,520. The meeting also covered maintenance and repair updates for public safety and courthouse facilities, including a $54,775 HVAC unit replacement and ongoing courthouse remodeling. The committee received a salt bid for 3,000 tons at $9,149, noting a price increase but favorable compared to other bids. Overall, the meeting focused on contract approvals, budget expenditures, and capital improvement projects impacting county infrastructure and facilities.