Experience the perfect blend of small-town charm and significant conveniences – an ideal place to raise a family or establish your business.
The U.S. Small Business Administration has declared a disaster covering Will County for the severe storms of July 27, 2026. Low-interest federal loans are available to homeowners, renters, businesses, and private nonprofits with storm damage or storm-related financial losses.
Reliable and convenient garbage pickup services to ensure that our community stays clean and healthy.
Obtain permits for construction, events, and other activities, that ensures timely approval and compliance with local regulations.
Our village meetings provide a forum for residents to voice their opinions, and contribute to the decision-making process that shapes our community.
Convenient and secure online payment options for residents to quickly and easily pay bills from the comfort of their own home.
Ample and well-maintained parking options for residents and visitors alike, with designated areas that are clearly marked and easily accessible.
All vehicles are required to display a current and valid village sticker, which helps to ensure compliance with local regulations and supports essential community services.
Our community calendar provides a comprehensive listing of local events, helping residents to stay connected with everything that's happening in the community.
Thoughtful and sustainable development, with ongoing projects that are designed to enhance our community's infrastructure, services, and quality of life.
Crete Municipal Code requires commercial solicitors operating within the Village to register with the Crete Police Department and obtain a permit. Even permitted solicitors may not knock on your door if you have a “NO SOLICITORS INVITED” sticker posted, which is available for free at Village Hall. Solicitation without the
It’s the final Cruise Night of the year tonight. Starts at 5pm. See you there!
The Crete Village Board meets Monday, Sept. 28, at 7:00 PM at the Municipal Building, 524 W. Exchange St. Agenda items include a proposed ordinance on residential nuisance parties and amplified music, ratification of the Crete Lions Candy Day collection, and a TIF redevelopment agreement for 1373 Main Street. View
Crete is full of natural beauty, and the view south from Richton Road out over Deer Lake is especially picturesque in the coming weeks as the leaves begin to change color. It’s hard not to stop and take in the view!
Amazing turnout tonight at Smokey Jo’s for the Crete Community Policing bingo fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics Illinois! Thank you to everyone who came out tonight and helped make the fundraiser a success! Throughout the year, the Crete Police Department, Crete-Monee School District, Crete Fire Department, Crete EMA and the Crete
Crete Community Policing Bingo Community Fundraiser Set for September 23 Crete Community Policing is sponsoring a Bingo Community Fundraiser on September 23rd at Smokey Jo’s. Bingo runs from 6 to 8 PM, and raffles are from 8 to 9 PM. Tickets are $25 and include 10 games of bingo, pizza
