Illinois Tollway is set to raise tolls for the first time since 2012, sparking heated debate as it rolls out a $26.5 billion, 15-year plan to upgrade roads, reduce congestion, and boost the economy. Passenger tolls could jump 45 cents for I-Pass users, while commercial vehicles face a 30% increase—starting January 2027, with inflation adjustments every two years. Supporters, including Kane County officials and labor unions, call it essential infrastructure investment and job creator, while critics worry about affordability, especially amid high gas prices and unmet promises of toll-free roads. Public feedback ends August 3, with all comments to be documented before the board’s final decision. Key upgrades include expanding the Reagan Memorial Tollway through Aurora, plus bridge repairs, pavement work, tech upgrades, and congestion relief—all aimed at offsetting recent state funding shifts toward public transit.
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