Green Garden Township News Briefs – February 2025

Speed Limit Reduced on 88th Avenue: Road Commissioner Hilliard reported that following a speed study, the Will County Board has voted to reduce the speed limit on 88th Avenue from Bruns Road to Pauling Road from 55 mph to 50 mph. The change is now officially in effect.

Sheer Road Bridge Plans Presented: Plans for the Sheer Road bridge replacement were presented at the meeting. Commissioner Hilliard reported it will be constructed as a “five beam bridge.” Engineering meetings have been held and plans were available for residents to view.

Bridge Report Shows Good Conditions: Commissioner Hilliard shared that most of the township’s 22 bridges are in good condition according to a recent inspection report. He credited the previous Road Commissioner with doing “a very good job with the bridges.”

Data Center Development Inquiry: Supervisor Murday reported that a developer has reached out regarding a potential one-story data center on the west side of LaGrange Road, south of Stuenkel. Murday noted that “the building is massive” and told developers he “was not sure how people would respond to the size.” He emphasized the need for “vigilance and community input.”

Solar Farm Legal Cases Ongoing: Supervisor Murday provided an update on pending solar farm cases, stating there have been no decisions yet and the legal process “could take years.” He assured residents he would “keep on top of them.”

Veterans Assistance Information Request: The Veterans Assistance Commission of Will County has requested their information be posted on the township website to help connect veterans and their families with available services.

Budget Planning Begins: Supervisor Murday has asked Trustee Wagner to “start process of looking at budgets” as the township begins its annual financial planning process.

Election Ballot Vacancy Discussed: Officials discussed how to handle Roger Bettenhausen no longer being on the ballot. Trustee Wagner suggested “the people voted at the Caucus and the next person in line should be on the ballot,” while Dean Christofilos indicated “they would prefer to appoint somebody.” Supervisor Murday suggested seeking guidance from “the attorney representing the Republican Party.”

Property Complaints Under Review: Trustee Dietz reported on two open property complaints, “one involving wanting horses and goats and the other having a container on the property.” Weather conditions were cited as a factor in the delay in resolving these issues.