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Cooling Centers in Lake County

Lake County has established several cooling centers to help residents stay safe and comfortable during periods of extreme heat. Among these locations, Gurnee Mills serves as a convenient and accessible cooling center for the community in Gurnee, Illinois. Residents can visit Gurnee Mills to escape high temperatures, rest, and enjoy a cool, air-conditioned environment, making it an important resource during hot weather events.

For the full list of cooling centers in Lake County, visit here.

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Gurnee Residents

Find out customized information for Gurnee current and prospective residents in our "Residents" sections. Information in these sections includes services such as Snow Plowing, Water/Sewer, Permitting and Public Safety.

Be sure to check out our interactive Resident Guide for a quick overview of some of the most frequently requested info. This Guide is a great starting point to help new residents get to know the community.

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Water / Sewer Account Services

Need to pay a water bill or change your account information? 

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Gurnee Businesses

Gurnee has over 1,000 registered businesses and corporations, making it a leading retail, recreation, and hospitality center in the northern Chicagoland. This section is dedicated to current and prospective Gurnee businesses looking for information on permitting, economic development, and other relevant information.

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Gurnee Visitors

Gurnee hosts millions of visitors to our community, with attractions from theme parks to shopping centers. This section features information on upcoming activities and helpful links to make your visit special.

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Transparency

Looking for information about the Village of Gurnee's plans, finances, and other documents? The Village has put together a Transparency Portal in an effort to promote open, accessible, and transparent government.

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