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Board approves labor agreement for capital projects

6/20/2016

 

Board approves labor agreement for capital projects

Pact with Three Rivers Construction Alliance calls for cost effective, high quality work

PictureWill County Board members Mike Fricilone and Ragan Freitag with members of Three Rivers Construction Alliance
JOLIET, IL - The Will County Board approved a significant labor agreement with local union contractors that sets the stage for building a new courthouse, sheriff's office and health department building in a timely, cost effective manner with the highest level of quality and no delays.

"Will County has some of the finest contractors and craftsman in the entire state, and we are pleased to partner with them in building a better county for generations to come," said Speaker Jim Moustis.  "We look forward to getting shovels in the ground soon."

Construction on a new sheriff's office building will begin within the next year.  Thereafter, a new courthouse in downtown Joliet would get built and completed by the end of 2019.  A satellite courthouse in a location to-be-determined in the northern part of the county is also planned, followed by a new health department building.

"This agreement is another great milestone for our vital capital projects and represents a true spirit of cooperation and commitment between the Board and local union labor," said Ragan Freitag (R-Wilmington), chair of the county board's capital improvements committee.  "We are all working together to provide the residents of Will County modern, safe facilities that meet their needs and stand the test of time."

The current courthouse was built in 1969 when the county's population was 250,000; today the county has nearly 700,000 residents and is projected to grow to 1.2 million over the next 30 years.  Its 23 courtrooms lack the necessary space and security and do not meet the minimum standards for safety and security as set by the Illinois Supreme Court.

"Taxpayers want assurances that their money is spent and invested wisely on capital projects that are of the highest quality," said Mike Fricilone (R-Homer Glen), chair of the county board's finance committee.  "The management of labor is a key component to reach this goal, and the Board has now taken the necessary steps to guarantee quality craftsmanship and professional contracting."

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