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.
Thank you to everyone who came out to the Mobile DMV event at Crete Village Hall today! About 30 people took advantage of services including driver’s licenses and state ID cards, vehicle registration and license plate stickers. And thank you to Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias and State Senator
Lots of events coming up in Crete! September 21Mobile DMVBy appointment only10am-2pmCrete Village Hall524 W. Exchange St.Driver’s licenses, state IDs, vehicle registration & plate stickersAppointments: 708-756-0882 September 23Crete Community Policing Bingo Fundraiser for Special Olympics Illinois6-8 PMSmokey Jo’s475 W. Burville Rd.Crete, IL 60417Tickets: $25 at Smokey Jo’sIncludes 10 games, pizza
Members of the Crete-Monee High School Student Attendance Committee brought real talk, trivia, games and a pep-rally atmosphere to Balmoral Elementary on September 16, kicking off the Attendance Matters Tour 2.0. The goal: make an important message about attendance more relatable to younger students. The tour continues through the district
Crete Park District’s Acorn Fest is Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, at Crete Park, featuring food and vendors, live music, a kids area, and other activities throughout the weekend. For the full schedule and additional information, visit the Crete Park District Facebook page or their website: https://cretepark.com/acorn-fest-landing-page
Reminder: The SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Will County is still available to assist businesses, private nonprofit organizations, and residents affected by the recent severe storms. Disaster Loan Outreach CenterVillage of Monee Public Works5755 W. Industrial Dr.Monee, IL 60449 Hours:Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.Saturday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The center closes
Crete recently celebrated the birthdays of two centenarians. Raymond Moeller turned 100, surrounded by family and friends. He served in France during World War II and later built a career as an electrician, marrying his elementary school sweetheart and adopting a daughter along the way. Just a short time later,
