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Iroquois County's Finance Committee is shaking things up with new dispatch-fee allocations for fire, EMS, and police—find out how it impacts your local departments!

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Finance committee reviews dispatch-fee allocations, directs staff to prepare letters
The Iroquois County Finance/IT/Tax Committee reviewed proposed joint-dispatch fee allocations for fire, EMS and police and directed staff to prepare and send fee letters after reviewing contract details; the fire and EMS totals were presented and divided per department.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:23 PM
The Iroquois County Zoning Board of Appeals has taken a significant step towards approving the Lewis Creek solar project, but only after demanding strict drainage protections to safeguard local waterways.

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Iroquois County ZBA recommends Lewis Creek solar project to county board with drainage conditions
After a remand hearing limited to drainage, equipment manufacturers and a buffer variance, the Iroquois County Zoning Board of Appeals voted to recommend approval of the Lewis Creek (Allium) solar conditional-use permit to the county board subject to enforceable drainage and mitigation conditions proposed by the drainage district.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Iroquois County faced a dramatic December 28th as four tornadoes touched down, leaving the community questioning the delays in siren alerts amidst the chaos.

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Iroquois County EMA reports four tornadoes in December; public questions siren delays
EMA Director Scott Anderson reported four confirmed tornadoes in Iroquois County on Dec. 28 with no injuries; the public and board members questioned 4–7 minute delays in local siren activations after National Weather Service warnings.
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January 14, 2026 at 4:22 AM
Iroquois County's Planning & Zoning committee has sparked controversy by advancing major solar projects despite strong local opposition over farmland and environmental concerns.

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Iroquois County panel deems large solar applications complete despite public opposition
The Planning & Zoning committee voted to deem multiple large solar applications complete and send them to public hearings after residents raised farmland, habitat and tax-base concerns and committee members flagged legal limits imposed by a recent state law.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:06 AM
A heated debate erupts in Iroquois County as residents clash with developers over the controversial Ranger Power solar project that could reshape local farmland and economy.

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Iroquois County hearing on Ranger Power project draws sharp local debate over farmland, runoff and jobs
At an Iroquois County Planning Commission hearing on Jan. 6, 2026, developer representatives said they seek a conditional use permit for a 4,468.2‑acre parcel with roughly 3,000 acres to be developed; residents warned of runoff, soil and economic harms while supporters cited millions in tax revenue and construction jobs.
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January 13, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Residents are furious as state mandates strip local control over solar projects, igniting passionate debates and calls for action at the county board meeting.

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County board hears public frustration over state-driven solar approvals, considers advocacy steps
Board members and residents expressed frustration that state rules limit local control over solar siting; one solar application was advanced to a ZBA public hearing while another failed to move forward, and members discussed forming a local advocacy group and contacting state and federal officials.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:05 AM
Four tornadoes struck Iroquois County on Dec. 28, but miraculously, no injuries were reported—however, serious concerns arose over delays in siren activations that could have put lives at risk.

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Iroquois County emergency manager details Dec. 28 tornadoes, flags siren-activation delays
County emergency management reported four confirmed tornadoes on Dec. 28, no injuries, and identified delays in siren activation that in one case lagged warnings by nearly eight minutes; county staff said the issue is being investigated and will be addressed with dispatch.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:04 AM
Iroquois County has seen a staggering $1.6 million drop in assessed property values, but Walmart's ongoing appeals could spark a major financial ripple effect for local schools.

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Board of Review sees large assessed-value reductions; assessor flags Walmart appeals and state equalizer risk
Miss McKenna reported roughly $1.6 million in assessed-value reductions at final review so far, cited heavy residential appeals in specific townships, and said Walmart is filing appeals across Illinois; she warned reductions could trigger a state equalizer that would affect county reimbursement rates.
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January 7, 2026 at 12:35 AM
A monumental solar project nearing 4,000 acres is on the table, and local officials want your voice to be heard at the upcoming meeting!

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Officials urge public to attend meeting on roughly 4,000‑acre solar project near Cismet Park
Committee members announced a Tuesday 6 p.m. CBA meeting on a proposed solar project described as 'close to a 4,000 acre' development in the Cismet Park area and encouraged public attendance; room capacity was listed as 75.
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January 7, 2026 at 12:24 AM
Iroquois County is making big moves! From a $1 million maintenance resolution to a new property-fraud ordinance, find out what the board discussed at their latest meeting.

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Iroquois County Board approves maintenance funding, discusses solar and emergency upgrades and adopts property-fraud ordinance
At its Dec. 9 meeting the Iroquois County Board approved a $1,000,000 general-maintenance resolution, advanced a proposed levy, heard reports on emergency management upgrades and commercial solar proposals, and moved to implement a state-required property-fraud referral and review ordinance to take effect next spring.
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December 21, 2025 at 11:36 AM
The Iroquois County Zoning Committee has greenlit Ranger Power's massive "Road Solar" project, covering 4,500 acres and generating 398 megawatts, but key variances and state regulations must be addressed before construction can start.

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Zoning committee deems Ranger PowerRoad Solar application complete; public hearing to be scheduled
The zoning committee found Ranger PowerRoad Solar's conditional-use application sufficient to schedule a public hearing for a project described as ~4,500 acres and ~398 megawatts, while flagging variances and state BESS standards that must be resolved before construction.
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November 15, 2025 at 6:23 AM
The Iroquois County Board's recent budget approval sparked heated debates over balancing taxpayer relief with crucial funding for roads and bridges.

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Iroquois County board approves FY2026 budget framework after heated levy debate
After extended debate over levy rates and fund allocations, the Iroquois County Board approved the FY2026 budget framework and several related resolutions, while commissioners reserved separate votes on specific line items tied to road and bridge funding.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Iroquois County is gearing up for major changes in renewable energy regulations that could reshape how wind, solar, and battery-storage projects are reviewed—are you ready for the impact?

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County staff warns of state law changes that will tighten timelines, require ordinance updates for battery storage
County staff told the Planning and Zoning Committee that recent and pending state statutory changes narrow local discretion on renewable siting, create new appeal procedures and impose a 60-day hearing timeline. Staff recommended the committee and county prepare model ordinance language, particularly for battery storage, and expect substantial code
citizenportal.ai
November 8, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Iroquois County planners have taken a significant step by deeming Ranger Power's massive 4,500-acre solar project application complete, paving the way for a crucial public hearing!

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Iroquois County planners deem Ranger Power solar application complete, send it to zoning board for hearing
The Planning and Zoning Committee voted Nov. 4 to deem Ranger Power’s conditional use application for a roughly 4,500-acre solar project complete and forwarded it to the zoning authority for a public hearing. Staff said the developer must still file two variance requests (interconnect and drainage/tile survey) and complete those requirements before
citizenportal.ai
November 8, 2025 at 6:13 PM
The planning and zoning committee just approved a major solar project on Commerce Street, extending its permit term to 40 years—what does this mean for the future of renewable energy in Iroquois County?

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Board approves conditional use for Commerce Street solar; panel term extended from 30 to 40 years
The county’s planning and zoning committee moved to approve a conditional-use application for the Commerce Street (Lewis Creek) solar project and separately voted to change the permit term from 30 to 40 years so the permit aligns with lease terms on project lands. The committee also identified deficiencies in other solar applications and asked US‑S
citizenportal.ai
November 8, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Iroquois County is set for major changes as a denied tenant payment deferral and a proposed 4,000-acre solar project take center stage in upcoming discussions.

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Management committee denies tenant payment deferral, forwards 4,000‑acre solar application to public hearing
The management committee reported a scheduled courthouse sound system installation, denied a tenant request to defer a payment, and said Ranger Tower’s application for a roughly 4,000‑acre solar project on the county’s east end was deemed complete and will go to a public hearing.
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November 7, 2025 at 8:26 PM