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Residents

As a result of Will County’s unique location within the Chicago metropolitan area, residents can enjoy the best of the city’s cultural attractions combined with the community focus of suburban life and miles  of countryside dotted with farms, picturesque towns and villages, historic homes, forest preserves and nature trails. At the same time, as one of the fastest growing counties in the US and home to one of the densest concentrations of intermodal transportation facilities in the country, Will County offers a series of unparalleled economic opportunities to its residents. 

Modernization of Will County’s infrastructure to serve the needs of a complex and growing economy has been matched by a process of innovation and modernization on the part of county government. As they explore the county’s new website, residents will encounter many examples of improvements designed to give them better access to information, applications and forms, internship and volunteer opportunities and the large variety of services offered by their county government.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.