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Board discusses a village growth plan to attract 1,000–2,000 residents over 3–5 years
Manteno Village Board and Planning & Zoning Committee · March 4, 2026
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A board member proposed a growth strategy to add roughly 1,000–2,000 residents over 3–5 years to reach thresholds that attract retailers and restaurants, suggesting outreach to national builders, reconsideration of impact fees and minimum house-size requirements, and consulting the planning commission for recommendations.
A board member outlined an initiative to encourage moderate population growth (about 1,000–2,000 people over 3–5 years) to reach a threshold that could attract additional businesses and chain restaurants. The proposal focused on several…
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