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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Grundy County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
County Road Maintenance and Capital Projects
Residents say the 55 mph limit and lack of flashing warning signs at Sheryl and O'Brien Roads nearly caused a fatal crash, and semis trying to reach the Love's truck stop from Brisbane Road are blocking lanes. The county highway engineer says the intersection is Kendall County's, and Route 6 is state jurisdiction.
Transit ridership record and driver shortage
GTS hit a record 18,668 rides in FY26 and can't hire drivers fast enough. A new full-time admin assistant would be cross-trained to drive, dispatch, and cover office duties, filling a two-hour daily dispatch gap starting October 1.
Gorman Road Full-Depth Reclamation Extra Work Costs
The Garman Road rebuild is about 99% done but ran roughly $300,000 over after crews found hidden field tiles and drainage problems; the board authorized $160,000 in local funds to finish and pay the contractor.