Press Releases

The Workforce Center of Will County has celebrated the grand opening of their new location at 1300 Copperfield Avenue in Joliet, spotlighting an expanded space for services offered to job seekers and employers. Will County leadership cut the ribbon on the new center, which will serve as a modern, one-stop hub that offers career services, training, and workforce resources.

Will County residents are invited to attend a "Day at Will County Government in recognition of National County Government Month from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday, April 24. 

Will County is seeking public input as it kicks off its “Guide Will” planning initiative, which will update the county’s Land Resource Management Plan that shapes future land use and development decisions. The planning initiative will incorporate public feedback on a wide range of topics related to Will County’s future, including through an online survey, interactive map tools, and open house meetings.

“Recyclepalooza” returns to Joliet in April, kicking off Will County’s 2026 Spring recycling event season. The popular collections event will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, offering residents a free option for recycling or responsibly disposing of unwanted items.

Will County officials and the local veteran community celebrated the ribbon cutting for the new Veterans Assistance Commission of Will County (VAC) office, representing a new “one-stop shop” for veteran services in the heart of Will County. The new space is located at the heart of the first unified Veteran Support Campus in Illinois.

Animal Care & Control Appreciation Week, celebrated April 12–18 this year, is an annual event that recognizes and promotes the important work of animal control officers and animal service professionals who dedicate countless hours to protecting both the public and animals. The week is sponsored by the National Animal Care & Control Association and aims to provide support and encouragement while recognizing the tireless contributions of animal control officers and staff across the country.

The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will host their “When Seconds Matter: Public Preparedness Workshop” on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Reed-Custer High School in Braidwood. The free community event is designed to help residents stay safe, informed, and prepared for emergencies and disasters of all kinds.

The Workforce Services Division of Will County will be hosting their fourth-annual Pathways to Professions Career Expo from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at the Romeoville Athletic and Events Center (55 Phelps Ave, Romeoville). The free expo aims to connect job seekers with over 80 employers from a wide range of in-demand industries.

County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant has appointed ReShawn Howard as Director of the Will County Budget and Finance Department. She brings over 30 years of experience in government finance, corporate, consulting, and accounting to the role, including 12 years as Will County Budget Director.

The Workforce Center of Will County will be temporarily closed during their move to a new location, effective on Tuesday, February 24^th and re-opening on Wednesday, March 4^th. The multi-agency employment center is moving to 1300 Copperfield Avenue in Joliet, on the city’s east side, providing a more centralized and accessible location for residents across Will County.