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Resident says County Highway 9 plans are the '800-pound gorilla' blocking local development

Village of Manteno Board · February 18, 2026
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Summary

David Bergdahl told the village board that long-delayed County Highway 9 and interchange plans deter new businesses, urged updating the comprehensive plan and asked for a schedule for the overpass project.

David Bergdahl used his public-comment time to press the board for clearer, updated plans for County Highway 9 and a long-discussed interchange, arguing that uncertainty is deterring new businesses from investing in Manteno.

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