Public Meeting Planned for Wilmington-Peotone Road Study

Open house meeting will discuss possible improvements to Wilmington-Peotone Road from Old Chicago Road to US 45/42

The Will County Division of Transportation (DOT) will hold a Public Information Meeting concerning proposed improvements to Wilmington-Peotone Road Study between Old Chicago Road to US Route 45/52. The meeting will be held at Wilton Township Community Center, 14355 W. Joliet Road in Manhattan, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on May 20, 2026.

The open house meeting is part of the Phase One Study on proposed improvements to the 9.3-mile segment of Wilmington-Peotone Road. The study aims to improve safety, enhance mobility for all roadway users by providing an efficient east-west connection, and support travel demand on the corridor.

Improvements are being proposed to the roadway cross section, including the addition of passing lanes, wide shoulders, sight distance improvements, intersection upgrades, and drainage improvements. The project is the first series of improvements on a 18-mile segment of Wilmington-Peotone Road between IL Route 53 and Drecksler Road.

“We invite the public to share their thoughts and ideas on how to improve this key east-west corridor,” said Will County DOT Director Jeff Ronaldson. “This study aims to address the rapid growth throughout this corridor and increased traffic levels on this heavily utilized roadway.”

Representatives from Will County DOT will be available to answer questions and record public comments. There will be no formal presentation and exhibits will be on display throughout the meeting.

Public comments can be made either in person at one of the public information meetings, or online at www.wilmingtonpeotonestudy.com after the meeting. Comments received by June 10, 2026 will become part of the official public outreach event record.

The meetings will be accessible to individuals with disabilities. Anyone needing special assistance should contact Will County DOT by email at ckupkowski@willcounty.gov or by phone at (815) 727-8476.