Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant today delivered her annual State of the County and Budget address at the August meeting of the Will County Board, spotlighting accomplishments across county offices that have positively impacted residents. Bertino-Tarrant proposed a Fiscal Year 2027 Annual Budget that leverages efficiencies to hold the line on taxes, with no increases in property taxes.
“Today, I’m proud to report that our hard work and planning over the years have made a difference,” said Bertino-Tarrant. “We’ve capitalized on efficiencies to provide a balanced budget that maintains services, in the face of economic headwinds and rising costs, all without raising property taxes.”
In her address, Bertino-Tarrant spotlighted efforts over the last year to centralize operations, cut costs, and continue efforts to streamline government. These efforts have ensured a balanced budget in the face of economic conditions that have increased operational expenses, including material costs, supplies, fuel, postage, and personnel-related expenses…