Kendall County · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Kendall County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
FY2027 County Budget and Property Tax Rate
The court certified the 2026 tax levy at $44.78 million, up about $1.4 million from 2025 — collections are already underway, with early-payment discounts available.
AI policy and county technology governance
The IT director laid out a new state mandate to adopt an AI code of ethics and name an AI risk officer. The court wants clearer security rules and will appoint the officer first before finalizing a policy.
Grant Awards Acceptance for Fiscal Year 2027
The county adopted multiple resolutions to accept state and federal grant awards supporting mental health, law enforcement radios, victim assistance, and prosecution.