Glendale Heights is poised for potential economic growth as Prologis, a major player in industrial real estate, presented plans for a new development on Army Trail Road during the Village Board and Committee of the Whole meeting on June 26, 2025. The proposed project, which includes two industrial buildings of approximately 200,000 square feet each, aims to enhance the local economy while addressing community concerns about traffic and land use.

Carl Suedlin, representing Prologis, emphasized the company's commitment to long-term investment in the area, highlighting their extensive experience and high occupancy rates in existing facilities. The proposed site, located between Regency Drive Industrial Park and the old Dominick's parking lot, is strategically positioned to attract tenants similar to those already operating in Glendale Heights.

The development plan includes a center drive for truck access, with provisions for car parking on either side. Importantly, the project is designed to avoid becoming a truck depot, a concern raised by local officials. Instead, it will focus on warehousing and industrial use, with a promise from Prologis to limit truck traffic and overnight parking to what is necessary for operational efficiency.

Feedback from the community and the board is being actively sought as the project moves forward. The developers are working closely with local authorities to ensure that access routes are safe and efficient, particularly concerning traffic flow from Regency Drive.

As Glendale Heights considers this significant development, the potential for job creation and increased economic activity stands at the forefront, promising to enhance the village's industrial landscape while addressing community needs. The next steps will involve further discussions and refinements to the proposal based on public input and regulatory requirements.