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Bolingbrook mayor says Will County approved new quarry despite local opposition
Summary
Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta told trustees the Will County Board approved a proposed new quarry by a 12–10 vote despite about 1,900 petition signatures and roughly 200 residents attending the county hearing; she warned of road damage, truck traffic and blasting risks and said municipalities are exploring options.
Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta told the Village Board on March 25 that the Will County Board voted 12–10 to approve a permit for a proposed new quarry, despite strong local opposition.
The mayor told trustees that about 1,900 residents had signed a petition against the quarry and that roughly 200 people attended the county hearing to express concerns. She said both Plainfield 202 and Bolingbrook WSD school districts opposed the permit. Alexander-Basta warned the quarry could "put tremendous strain on Bolingbrook's infrastructure," citing increased truck traffic that could damage roads and potential safety hazards from blasting and fly rock. She said affected municipalities are continuing to explore options.
The minutes record the mayor's remarks as an update to the board; no formal action by the Village of Bolingbrook is recorded in the meeting minutes regarding the quarry item.
