Peotone Library Board Rescinds Prior Decision, Returns to Werner’s Landscaping
Peotone Public Library District Meeting | February 19, 2026
Article Summary: The Peotone Public Library District Board voted to reverse a previous landscaping decision, opting instead to return to Werner’s Landscaping for its year-round outdoor maintenance needs.
Landscaping Contract Key Points:
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The board officially rescinded an unspecified prior landscaping decision.
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Werner’s Landscaping will now handle all landscaping, snow plowing, and salting going forward.
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The motion passed unanimously among present members in a 5-0 vote.
The Peotone Public Library District Board of Trustees on Thursday, February 19, 2026, voted unanimously to switch landscaping providers, rescinding a prior decision in favor of returning to a familiar contractor.
During the new business portion of the meeting, Trustee S. Dascenzo motioned to rescind the board’s prior decision regarding outdoor maintenance and to approve a return to Werner’s Landscaping.
Under the new approval, Werner’s Landscaping will be responsible for all landscaping, snow plowing, and salting for the library property going forward.
Trustee Mary Jane Carlson seconded the motion. It passed with all five present board members voting in favor.
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