Residentes

Como resultado de la ubicación única del Condado de Will en el área metropolitana de Chicago, los residentes pueden disfrutar de la mejor de las atracciones culturales de la ciudad junto con el enfoque comunitario de la vida suburbana y kilómetros de paisaje salpicado de granjas, pueblos y aldeas pintorescas, casas históricas, reservas forestales y senderos naturales. Al mismo tiempo, como uno de los condados de más rápido crecimiento en los EE.UU. y el hogar de una de las concentraciones más densas de las instalaciones de transporte intermodal en el país, el Condado de Will ofrece una serie de oportunidades económicas sin precedentes a sus residentes.

Modernización de la infraestructura del Condado de Will para servir a las necesidades de una economía compleja y creciente ha ido acompañado de un proceso de innovación y modernización por parte del gobierno del condado. A medida que exploran el nuevo sitio web del condado, los residentes se encontrarán con muchos ejemplos de mejoras diseñadas para darles un mejor acceso a información, aplicaciones y formularios. También podrán acceder más fácilmente las oportunidades para ser voluntarios y obtener pasantías, así como la gran variedad de servicios ofrecidos por el gobierno del condado.

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Open and Participatory Government

Open and transparent government is increasingly seen as a hallmark of contemporary democratic governments around the world. Making the documents and proceedings of government agencies publically available increases trust while inspiring citizens to collaborate with government by reporting abuse and volunteering. Will County is a leader in the transparency movement according to the non-partisan Illinois Policy Institute’s Local Transparency Project which placed Will County among the top five Illinois counties according to its 10-point checklist.

County Board Meetings ...
The Will County Board is the policy-making body of county government and also sets the budget for all county agencies. The Will County Clerk keeps the official minutes for all board meetings which are made available to the public on the County Clerk webpage.
County Board Committee Meetings ...
Much of the work of the County Board is done in on the eight permanent committees and the ad hoc bodies that are set up to study specific issues. All board members sit on at least one of the eight committees. The agendas and minutes of all of these committees are available to the public on the Will County Board website.
Freedom of Information Act ...
The Freedom of Information Act is the bedrock of government transparency by enabling disclosure of government documents at the request of citizens. The county auditor site contains links to department pages where citizens may request information using FOIA.
Open Government Center ...
The Will County auditor’s website contains the open government center which houses searchable county budgets, employee salary information and financial audits.
Filing a Complaint ...
The Will County auditor’s website lists all county complaint hotlines as well as state and federal contact information for complaints concerning fraud and other issues.
Geographic Information ...
The geographic information system (GIS) department captures, stores and analyzes all kinds of geographic data in the interests of providing useful spatial information to county residents and businesses.
Internship Opportunities ...
The Will County Auditor has had an active internship program since 2010. Students from local universities perform in a variety of auditing capacities and gain experience that will prove useful when they apply for jobs .
Voter Services ...
As Chief Election Authority, the County Clerk provides a variety of electoral services designed to promote voter participation and ensure that elections are conducted properly.

Permits Licenses and Records

Permits and licenses issued by Will County government are designed to ensure that residents and businesses comply with State and local laws and regulations.

Building Permits ...
The Land Use Department will issue a building permit after checking for code violations and making sure that all zoning and engineering standards have been met.
Reporting a Death ...
Deaths should always be reported to the Coroner’s office especially if the circumstances are even slightly unusual. After reviewing the case, the Coroner will decide if it merits a more thorough investigation.
Marrriage and Vital Records ...
The County Clerk’s office issues marriage licenses and is the repository for vital records including birth, death and marriage.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering is an excellent way in which concerned citizens can extend scarce staff resources while helping county government offer better services to county residents.

Election Judge ...
Residents who volunteer to become Election Judges play a key role in ensuring that elections are conducted properly in the polling place.
Forest Preserve ...
The Forest Preserve District’s Prairie People Volunteer program affords residents the opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment while supporting services and programs that would not be possible without their help.
Emergency Services ...
Will County’s Emergency Management Agency would be unable to fulfill its mission without the dedicated service of local citizens who serve as volunteers in a variety of capacities.

Health and Safety

One of the principal tasks of county government is to ensure to the greatest extent possible the health and safety of residents.

911 ...
The Will County Enhanced 911 system provides an easy-to-remember number for residents to reach police, fire and other emergency services from any phone in any location.
Disaster Preparedness ...
Disasters; floods, fires, chemical spills can happen anytime, anywhere. The Will County Emergency Management Agency is responsible for overall emergency planning and disaster relief and provides information that can help your family prepare for disaster.
Public Health ...
The Will County Health Department combines vigilance against the outbreak of disease with public health programs and primary health and dental care at convenient locations in the county.

Law and Justice

Will County government has as one of its principle missions making residents safer from crime while punishing offenders. At the same time, Will County seeks to avoid excessive incarcerations and prevent minor offenders from becoming hardened criminals.

Alternative Courts ...
Recognizing the need to keep minor drug offenders out of the prison system as well as the special circumstances and experiences of military personnel, Will County has established both a drug court and a veteran’s court to deal with non-violent offenders.
Court Records and Legal Information ...
To look up a particular court case; or for information about how to deal with a variety of legal issues that might affect the ordinary resident, go to the website of the Clerk of the Circuit Court.
Crime Prevention ...
The Will County Sheriff’s website contains a valuable set of crime prevention tips that can keep you and your family safe.
Reporting Crimes ...
TThe Will County Sheriff’s Office provides online reporting for many crimes and offenses. Residents can also have a deputy sent to them to take their report in person.
Resolving Ordinance Violations ...
Violations of County Ordinances may be resolved without going through the judicial system by having a less-formal administrative adjudication hearing before a hearing officer.
Victim and Witness Services ...
The laws of the State of Illinois afford both the victims of crime and the witnesses without whom crime could not be prosecuted certain rights and protections. The State’s Attorney is responsible for the Victim and Witness Program in Will County.

Property Taxes and Fees

Local governments in Illinois use property taxes to finance the majority of services that they provide to their citizens. The largest share of property taxes goes to education but property taxes also fund road maintenance, police and fire protection and recreational facilities.

Pay Property Taxes ...
The Will County Treasurer’s website provides a comprehensive set of tax information and tax collection services including the ability to review your tax bill and pay property taxes.
Property Tax Assessments ...
In Will County the Supervisor of Assessments is responsible for the all aspects of property assessment and is dedicated to making sure that residents receive all the exemptions to which they are entitled.
Recording a Deed ...
The main responsibility of the Will County Recorder’s Office is the recording and indexing of property related documents.
Exemptions and Deferrals ...
Will County offers certain senior citizens as well as disabled persons, returning veterans and veteran’s organizations special homestead exemptions and assessment freezes.

Pets and Animals

In order to prevent abuse and neglect of animals and to enforce the laws and ordinances relating to animal control, Will County provides a comprehensive animal control program for all its residents.

Animal Control ...
In Will County the Animal Control Department provides oversight for all aspects of animal control and services to all unincorporated areas of the county as well as those incorporated areas that have contracted for services.

Environment

Environmental protection is a fundamental consideration in Will County policies concerning natural resources, recreational opportunities, human health, and economic development. All parts of Will County society derive benefit from environmental protection programs.

Forest Preserve and Trails ...
The Forest Preserve District is dedicated to providing for the environmental advantage of present and future residents of the county by protecting, preserving and enhancing Will County’s natural heritage.
Green Initiatives ...
Conservation and recycling are two ways in which the use of energy and resources can be reduced. Will County Green consists of a series of initiatives to promote environmental education , recycling and conservation in order to benefit residents and business.
Land Use ...
The Will County Land Use Department serves as a steward for the land by providing ongoing assessment of land and water potential and assistance for the appropriate development of the built and natural environments within the County.
Stormwater Quality ...
Stormwater is water produced by heavy rains or melting snow which may cause flooding or pollution. The Stormwater Management Committee has overall responsibility for planning the county’s response to stormwater events.

Social Services and Education

In addition to specific services provided by the departments of county government, Will County also supports a range of services targeted at the needs of specialized populations.

Educational Services ...
The Regional Office of Education provides a broad range of services to schools and teachers throughout the county.
Sunny Hill Nursing Home ...
Sunny Hill is a skilled care facility owned and operated by Will County government.
Veterans Assistance Commission ...
The Veterans Assistance Commission provides interim financial assistance to honorably discharged veterans and helps them get the rights and benefits to which each veteran is entitled.
Will Ride Dial-a-Ride ...
Qualified residents without access to standard public transportation can schedule transportation through the Will Ride Dial-a-Ride service.