The Village of Essex

March 20, 2026 The Village of Essex is committed to transparency and maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct in local government. In light of potential development proposals currently being discussed in the community, the Village requested a legal ethics opinion to review whether any Village elected officials may have conflicts of interest related to these matters. The opinion evaluates applicable Illinois law and reviews potential conflicts involving Village ele

3/12/2026 Meeting Location

Meeting dates and times for the Village of Essex, Illinois

Minutes, Treasurers Report, Bills Approved at the board meeting.

12/4/2025 Meeting Location

Join us on December 5th from 6-7pm for our 3rd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. There will be a special visit from Santa Claus too.

The Village of Essex is serving Hot Dogs, Chips and Juice at the Village Hall on Halloween from 6:30pm to 9pm we hope to see you there.

If you live on East Street and your garbage was not collected on 10/23/25 , the garbage truck will be back tomorrow. Due to construction in your area, they were unable to collect. Any questions regarding garbage pickup please contact: Homewood Disposal Service​   708-798-1004 ​

10/2/2025 Meeting Location

The Village of Essex is now accepting sealed bids for snow removal for the 2025-2026 season. Sealed bids will be accepted until 5 PM Thursday, November 6th, 2025. Please mail it to: Village of Essex P.O. Box 219  Essex, IL 60935 Or put it in the drop box at the Village hall - 219 W. Main Street.  For any questions reach out to 815.365.2813 Bids will be opened at the regular board meeting on Thursday, November 6th, 2025 at 6:30 P.M. The Village of Essex reserves the right to a

Village vs. Township The Village of Essex and Essex Township are two separate taxing bodies within Kankakee County, IL . These two...

10/2/2025 Meeting Location

ZBA Applications

The Village of Essex board meeting for 9/4/2025 will be relocated to the Essex Community Hall. Location: Essex Community Center 217 N...

REMINDER! August 2025 Board Meeting Date Change. August 14, 2025 6:30 pm

Village of Essex 2025 June 20th & 21st 2025 Please email villageclerk@villageofessex.org  to be added to the list.

🎉 Mark Your Calendars: Essex Fest Returns on June 14, 2025!  🎉 Get ready, Essex! Our beloved Essex Fest is back and better than ever,...

Where? Essex Community Center 217 N Parls St. Essex, IL Need Directions? Not Registered to Vote? https://www.kankakeecountyclerk.gov/elec...

The Village of Essex meeting will be held on Thursday April 10th at 6:30 pm