Zoning Board of Appeals 9-16-26

The LaSalle County Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on September 16, 2026, to consider Application 26-17, a special use permit request to allow railroad tie processing at the LaSalle County Transfer facility. The petitioner, Tai Energy, a family-owned business specializing in recycling used railroad ties into a proprietary product called Tyrock, presented details about their operations, including mobile grinding equipment, dust suppression measures, and traffic flow. The board and public raised questions about environmental impacts, noise, water usage, and traffic safety. The petitioner clarified operational details such as processing capacity, water sources, and lease terms. The board reviewed compliance with zoning ordinances and conducted a vote on various impact criteria related to the special use. The meeting focused on the approval process for this industrial use amendment, with no direct contract awards or procurement decisions discussed.