New Public Works Director Appointed In Mokena

James Kulesa has been appointed as the Director of Public Works for the Village of Mokena.

Village Of Mokena: Beautification Awards Judges Needed

The Village of Mokena's Community Affairs Commission is looking for volunteers to serve as judges for its annual Beautification Awards p ...

Village Of Mokena: Mokena's "Boy With A Plan" To Be Featured On ABC7 Chicago

A Mokena boy loaded with ambition has garnered attention from the Chicagoland media. It all started when Jameson Tyler, a local 9-year-o ...

Village Of Mokena: Flying The Flag

Mokena is a patriotic community, with many residents and businesses flying the flag. Flag Day is June 14, and while many will be flying ...

Watering Restrictions In Place: Village

As a reminder, seasonal watering restrictions are in effect. With high heat and drought-like conditions expected for the foreseeable fut ...

Mokena Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

Will County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Mokena Honors Resident Heading To Air Force Academy

Marcus McCarty was appointed to the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.

Mokena Approves Boundary Agreement With Orland Park

"This is basically the same agreement we've had for years and years and years," Mayor Frank Fleischer said.

Mokena Appoints Maintenance Worker, Commission Members

The Mokena Village Board appointed two new planning commission members, and Luke Deuser as a maintenance worker for the village.

Broadband Speed In Mokena Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Mokena Supports Restoration Of Local Government Fund

Mokena would lose $225,000 in funding if further reductions are made, village officials said.

Mokena Approves Amendment To Waste Water Treatment Plant Contract

The amendment includes a cost increase and a completion extension due to grant funding criteria.

Outgoing Mokena Trustees Honored, Newly Elected Sworn In

Outgoing trustees Jillian Hersted and Joseph Siwinski were honored for their service, and the mayor, clerk and three trustees were seated.

Open Meetings Act Violations Under Review In Mokena

The Illinois Attorney General's Office is currently evaluating violations of the Open Meetings Act by the Village of Mokena.

Will County Illinois: Renovation To Begin On Front Of County Office Building

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Mokena Approves Annexation For Trestle Ridge Estates

The development includes 11 single-family lots, and home values are expected to be in the $800,000 to $1.4 million range.

Final Phase Of Boulder Ridge Subdivision Moves Forward

The final phase of the subdivision was never built due to the 2008 recession, the village said.

New Police Chief Named For Mokena

John Keating, who served with the Orland Park Police Department for 29 years, will be the next police chief for Mokena.

Mokena Appoints New Community, Economic Development Director

Matt Ziska will take over the role after long-time director Alan Zordan retires later this year.

Mokena Honors Retiring Interim Public Works Director

Mark Detloff is retiring after 22 years with Mokena's Public Works department.

Will County Illinois: All Will County Residents Over Age 16 Eligible For Vaccine As County Opens Scheduling Online April 12

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Mokena District 159: Incumbents Projected To Retain Seats

James Andresen, Lisa Zielinski, Anna Briscoe and Eric Bush are projected to retain their seats, according to Tuesday's unofficial results.

Mokena Park District Board: Incumbents Projected To Win

Jeff Apel, Bob Lindbloom and Mary Louise Knoerzer are the projected winners of the race.

Mokena Village President: Fleischer Projected To Win

Incumbent trustee George Metanias is also projected to retain his seat. Rob Dauphinais and Melissa Fedora are also projected winners.

Mokena Election: Mayor, Village, School, Park District Boards

Mokena voters will decide on races for Village President, Village Trustee, District 159 and Lincoln-Way school boards.

Hastings announces $97 million in additional funding for schools

Funding comes as part of the most recent federal COVID-19 relief packages

Federal Taxes In Will County: How Do Yours Compare?

Compare your federal tax payments and refunds to state and national averages.

Will County Illinois: Will County Office Building Closed Friday, April 2 In Observance Of Good Friday

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Will County Illinois: Land Use Department, Conservation Foundation Team Up To Host Webinar On Rain Gardens, Barrels

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Mokena Approves Salary Increases With Police, Public Works Unions

The Village Board also approved a salary increase for non-represented village employees.

Mokena Approves Fireworks Contract For July 4

The board authorized an agreement with Melrose Pyrotechnics, Inc., for a public fireworks display for July 4.

Mokena Slate Addresses Phrenology Political Mailer

Several residents took issue with the mailer, citing a racist history of the debunked science.

Meet Mokena Village Trustee Candidate: Jason Wegner

Jason Wegner is one of six candidates running for three open positions on the Village of Mokena Board of Trustees.

Meet Mokena Village President Candidate: Harley Schinker

Harley Schinker is one of three candidates running for President of the Village of Mokena.

Mokena Approves Several Appointments To Village, Police Staff

Several appointments were made including a part-time community service officer, assistant public works director, and street superintendent.

Meet Mokena Village Trustee Candidate: Edward Donnelly

Edward Donnelly is one of six candidates running for three open positions on the Village of Mokena Board of Trustees.

Meet Joliet Junior College Trustee Candidate: James Budzinski

James Budzinski is one of five candidates running for two open positions for trustee on the Joliet Junior College board.

Meet Mokena Park District Board Candidate: Israel Smith

Israel Smith is one of four candidates running for three open positions on the Mokena Community Park District Board of Commissioners.

Will County Illinois: Resource Recovery And Energy Division Hosting Compost Bin Sale

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Will County Illinois: COUNTY ANNOUNCES PAIR OF COMMUNITY VACCINATION CLINICS

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