Fire Department Recreational Fire Guidelines Recreational fires are the only non-permitted outdoor fires allowed by code within the Village of Gurnee and Warren-Waukegan Fire Protection District. The ...

Gurnee Deputy Fire Chief John Kavanagh Promoted to Chief GURNEE, IL – At the August 7th Gurnee Village Board meeting the Mayor and Board of Trustees approved the promotion and appointment of De...

Public Works Department Village Board - Trustee Cheryl Ross Term Ends April 30, 2027 Background Village Trustee Cheryl Ross was elected to the Board of Trustees in May 2007. Cheryl has been a Gurnee r...

Residents Political Sign Guidelines To keep Gurnee right-of-ways clear from signs that are in violation of the Gurnee Municipal Code, the Village has put together information for all candidates on gui...

Business Doing Business In Gurnee The Village of Gurnee earns its reputation as the Community of Opportunity by providing exceptional services to its residents and businesses. Outstanding location, a ...

GURNEE, IL – On Monday, May 6th Gurnee Mayor Kristina Kovarik administered the Oath of Office promoting Interim Police Chief Brian Smith to Gurnee Police Chief and Acting Deputy Chief Jesse Gon...

Public Works Department Forestry It is the responsibility of Public Works to care for and maintain almost 14,000 parkway trees and the landscape maintenance of Village-owned properties. The goal is to...

Residents Panhandling: What Can Be Done to Help? Panhandling can be found in most busy communities, generating many questions and complaints from residents. While we may get a good feeling by providin...

Residents Building Safety - Permits: Basement Finish 1. Complete a Building Permit Application. 2. Include all pertinent contractors (i.e., general contractor, electrician, plumber, HVAC, etc.). Verif...

Business Emergency Alert System: Frequently Asked Questions What is Regroup? It’s the Village’s new emergency alert system. It is a multi-channel notification service meaning that it deliv...

Fire Department Fire Safety Tips at Home A ccording to the National Safety Council , a home fire is reported every 86 seconds. It's best to make sure all efforts are being made as to not become part o...

Public Works Department Utility Division The Utility Division is responsible for operating and maintaining the Village’s water distribution system and sanitary sewer conveyance system. The water...