Thank you for visiting the official website for Village of Creston, Illinois
Established in 1856, Village of Creston, Illinois, (est. pop. 650) is located approximately 90 miles west of Chicago and 30 miles south of Rockford, Illinois along the historic Lincoln Highway. With a thriving agricultural base, the village is home to a notable K-8 public school, an outstanding library, park district and active community organizations. The annual "Creston Booster Days" is known throughout the region as one of the top, small-town festivals. Creston Booster Days 2020 is cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic.
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Village of Creston Board of Trustees regular meeting
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
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2021 Consolidated Election
April 6, 2021
Village President (4 year term)
Village Clerk (4 year term)
Village Trustee - 3 seats (4 year term)
Petition Packets for candidates are available at Village Hall during regular office hours
Packets are due December 14, 2020 thru December 21, 2020
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Village Hall will be closed the following:
November 26 and November 28, 2020 - in observance of Thanksgiving Day
December 26, 2020 - in observance of Christmas Day
January 2, 2021 - in observance of New Year's Day
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Village of Creston does not allow "4-wheelers", dirt bikes, mini bikes or go carts on streets within village limits.
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Meeting Agenda is available on the Thursday before the meeting.
See "Minutes & Agendas" for what's going on.
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NEW RESIDENTS - PLEASE CONTACT VILLAGE HALL TO TRANSFER UTILITY BILL IN YOUR NAME
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Village of Creston Board of Trustees regular meeting
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
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2021 Consolidated Election
April 6, 2021
Village President (4 year term)
Village Clerk (4 year term)
Village Trustee - 3 seats (4 year term)
Petition Packets for candidates are available at Village Hall during regular office hours
Packets are due December 14, 2020 thru December 21, 2020
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Village Hall will be closed the following:
November 26 and November 28, 2020 - in observance of Thanksgiving Day
December 26, 2020 - in observance of Christmas Day
January 2, 2021 - in observance of New Year's Day
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Village of Creston does not allow "4-wheelers", dirt bikes, mini bikes or go carts on streets within village limits.
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Meeting Agenda is available on the Thursday before the meeting.
See "Minutes & Agendas" for what's going on.
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NEW RESIDENTS - PLEASE CONTACT VILLAGE HALL TO TRANSFER UTILITY BILL IN YOUR NAME
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Thanks to the Electronic Payment Services Program (E-Pay) from Illinois StateTreasurer’s office, Village of Creston is able to offer our residents these new options to pay utility and permit fees. Click the image to start paying your utility bill, permit fees or golf cart registration fees online.
We will still accept check, money order and cash payments at Village Hall.
"Come Grow With Us"
Creston's proximity to both I-88 and I-39 interstate highways provide easy access between our idyllic rural community and a host of dynamic urban amenities. Creston is just minutes away from Kishwaukee Community College and Northern Illinois University. Creston is a great place for families and businesses. The village motto is "Come grow with us!"
Village Office Hours
Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Wednesday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Wednesday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Village of Creston / 110 N Main St, PO Box 36, Creston, IL 60113 / tel: (815) 384-4140 / fax: (815) 384-3868
