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How large is Huntley and What is the population? How do I establish water and
sewer service with the Village?
How is Huntley Governed? Does Huntley have any watering restrictions?
How are day-to-day operations
of the Village managed?
Is overnight parking allowed on Village streets?
What services does Huntley provide? Where can I register to vote?
What are the office hours for Village Hall and other facilities, and where are they located? Where can I get a new driver's license?
How can I reach the Village by
telephone, mail, fax and/or e-mail?
How do I set up mail delivery?
What county and township does
Huntley belong to?
Am I allowed to burn leaves in the Village?
When and where are Village meetings held? Will the Village pick up my Christmas tree?
What schools do children in Huntley attend? Whom can I talk to about my property taxes?
What libraries serve Huntley? Do I need to register my pet with the Village?
Is there a Park District? How are recreational vehicles handled
in the Village?
Does Huntley have cable television? What do I need to do to have a block party?
When do I need a building permit and how do I apply? What do I need to do to have a garage sale?
Do I need to register my business
with the Village?
Does the Village require a real estate
transfer stamp?
How do I set up garbage pick-up and when is it picked up? Does Huntley levy a property tax?
How do I get rid of yard waste? When are snow plows sent out?
I have been trimming some trees in my yard and need to dispose of the branches, how can I do that? My mailbox was knocked down during snow removal. What does the Village cover?
Are vehicle stickers required by
the Village of Huntley?
A street light is out on my street.
Whom should I call?

How large is Huntley and what is the population?
Currently, Huntley's corporate limits encompass 14.22 square miles of land area, with a 2010 Census population of 24,291 residents.

The Village's 1990 population was 2,453 and the 2000 number was 5,730. A Special Census in 2008 revealed the population to be 23,229. The current 2010 Census population is 24, 291. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning estimates the population will rise to 44,435 by year 2030.

Click here to visit our Economic Development page to learn more about Huntley's population

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How is Huntley governed?
Huntley is a non-home rule municipality. The Village is governed by an elected President (Mayor) and a six (6) member Board of Trustees. The Village President and Board of Trustees are elected at-large to four (4) year, staggered terms. 

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How are day-to-day operations of the Village managed?
The Village employs a full-time Village Manager who is responsible for the daily operations of the Village. The Village Manager has the responsibility of implementing Village Board policy. In addition, the Village Manager is responsible for assuring that municipal services are provided to the community.
 

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What services does Huntley provide?
Municipal services provided by the Village include the following:
Water/sewer utilities
Building, planning and zoning
Public safety/police
Maintenance of streets and utilities
Snow plowing

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What are the office hours for Village Hall and other facilities,
and where are they located?

The Municipal Complex (Village Hall), located at 10987 Main Street (corner of Main Street and Ruth Road) is open Monday through Friday from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. 

The Police Department, located at 10911 Main Street (corner of Main Street and Ruth Road),
is open Monday through Friday from 8 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.*

The Village Manager's Office, located at 10987 Main Street,
is open Monday through Friday from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M.

The Finance/Human Resources Department, located at 10987 Main Street,
is open Monday through Friday from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M.

The Development Services Department, located at 10987 Main Street,
is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 A.M. to 5 P.M.

The Public Works Administration, located at 11000 Bakley Street,
is open Monday through Friday from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M.

The Public Works Facility, located at 11000 Bakley Street,
is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.

*Note: Residents can come to the police station after hours and have an officer meet them by using the phone in the lobby.

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How can I reach the Village by telephone, mail, fax and/or e-mail?

VILLAGE HALL OFFICES
Village Manager's Office
Phone (847) 515-5240 Fax (847) 515-5245
Mail 10987 Main Street, Huntley, IL 60142

Finance/Human Resources Department
Phone (847) 515-5200 Fax (847) 515-5272
Mail 10987 Main Street, Huntley, IL 60142

Development Services
Phone (847) 515-5252  Fax (847) 515-5241
Mail 10987 Main Street, Huntley, IL 60142

POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFICES
Police
Phone (847) 515-5311 (non-emergency)
Mail 10911 Main Street, Huntley, IL 60142

PUBLIC WORKS OFFICES
Public Works Administration
Phone (847) 515-5222 Fax (847) 669-5034
Mail 10987 Main Street, Huntley, IL 60142

E-Mail for departments: huntley@huntley.il.us

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What county and township does Huntley belong to?
North of Kreutzer Road is McHenry County, Grafton Township. South of Kreutzer Road is Kane County, Rutland Township.  South of Kreutzer Road in the northwest end of Sun City is Kane County, Hampshire Township.  Map

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When and where are Village meetings held?

Committee of the Whole meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7 P.M.
at the Municipal Complex Board Room, 10987 Main Street.

Village Board meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7 P.M.
at the Municipal Complex Board Room, 10987 Main Street.

Zoning Board of Appeals meetings are held on an as needed basis at the Municipal Complex Board Room, 10987 Main Street.

Plan Commission meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at 6:30 P.M.
at the Municipal Complex Board Room, 10987 Main Street.

Historic Preservation Commission meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday after the first Plan Commission meeting of every month at 6 P.M. at the Municipal Complex Board Room,
10987 Main Street.

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What schools do children in Huntley attend?

HARMONY ROAD CAMPUS
Huntley
Huntley High School
13719 Harmony Road
Huntley, IL 60142
847-659-6600
Grades 9-12
REED ROAD CAMPUS
Lake in the Hills
Marlowe Middle School
9625 Haligus Road
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847-659-4700
Grades 6-8
SQUARE BARN ROAD CAMPUS Algonquin
Heineman Middle School
725 Academic Drive
Algonquin, IL 60102
847-659-4700
Grades 6-8
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Leggee Elementary
13723 Harmony Road
Huntley, IL 60142
847-659-6200
Grades K-5
Martin Elementary
10920 Reed Road
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847-659-5300
Grades 3-5; Preschool
Conley Elementary
750 Academic Drive
Algonquin, IL 60102
847-659-3700
Grades 3-5
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Chesak Elementary
10901 Reed Road
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
847-659-5700
Grades K-2
Mackeben Elementary
800 Academic Drive
Algonquin, IL 60102
847-659-3400
Grades K-2
 

Contact Consolidated School District 158 at 847-659-6158 for more information.

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What libraries serve Huntley?
The Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road, provides many services for most Huntley residents. Contact them by phone (847) 669-5386 or their website www.HuntleyLibrary.org.  The Hampshire Township portion of the Village is served by the Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library, 847-683-4490; www.ellajohnsonlib.il.us at 109 S. State Street; Hampshire.

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Is there a Park District?
Yes, the Park District Administration office is located at 12015 Mill Street (Recreation Center). The Park District's website is www.huntleyparks.org.

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Does Huntley have cable television?
Yes, cable service is provided by Comcast, Carpentersville. Call 1-866-594-1234 for more information. A payment drop box is available at the Old Village Hall, 11704 Coral Street. The box is located in the parking lot next to the Village's payment drop box. There is NO cable drop box at the new Municipal Complex.

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When do I need a building permit and how do I apply?
Almost all home improvements require permits. Check out the Development Services page  or the Building Information page of our website for more information on permits, or call  Development Services directly at 847-515-5252 for additional information.

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Do I need to register my business with the Village?
Yes, contact the Development Services Department at 847-515-5252 for information on requirements.  Forms and applications

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How do I set up garbage pick-up and when is it picked up?
The Village utilizes a single village-wide residential wastehauler.  Pick-up day is Monday.  The Village-wide service is provided by MDC Environmental (except for apartments & Del Webb). Commercial entities must contract for services with a wastehauler licensed to do business in the Village.

Click here for more information on this service or call the Village at (847) 515-5266 with questions or problems.

Click here for a complete list of wastehaulers who are licensed in Huntley (residential & commercial)

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How do I get rid of yard waste?
MCD Environmental picks up yard waste (grass clippings and leaves in Kraft bags or specially marked cans) from April 1st - November 30th.  Twice a year the Village has a “Brush Pick-up” program. Contact Public Works at 847-515-5222 for more information.

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I have been trimming some trees in my yard and need to dispose of the branches, how can I do that?
Contact your wastehauler for disposal instructions. Twice a year the Village has a “Brush Pick-up” program. Contact Public Works at 847-515-5222 for more information.

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Are vehicle stickers required by the Village of Huntley?
No.

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How do I establish water & sewer service with the Village?
Contact the Finance Department at 847-515-5200.

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Does Huntley have any watering restrictions?
Yes. The Village follows a color coded, three-tiered water conservation program (red, yellow and green) to help residents quickly identify the status of our community water system. For more information about the restrictions, contact Public Works at 847-515-5222.

**CLICK HERE FOR THE CURRENT WATERING RESTRICTION STATUS**

**CLICK HERE FOR THE WATERING RESTRICTION CODE**

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Is there overnight parking on Village streets?
Overnight parking on all Village streets is prohibited from 2 A.M. to 6 A.M. Permission can be obtained for special circumstances by contacting the Police Department non-emergency number (847) 515-5311.

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Where can I register to vote?
Voter registration is available at the Huntley Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road or by contacting either the McHenry County Government Center in Woodstock at (815)334-4242 or the Kane County Clerk’s Office in Geneva at (630) 232-5950.

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Where can I get a new driver's license?
The nearest driver’s license facility is located in Woodstock at 458 S. Eastwood Street (Rt. 47). Contact the Secretary of State Office at (815) 338-3109 for more information.

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How do I set up mail delivery?
Contact the Huntley Post Office, 11013 Woodstock Street at (847) 669-5423 for more information.

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Am I allowed to burn leaves in the Village?
Although Huntley straddles 2 counties, the Village Board recently adopted the McHenry County Open Burning Ordinance to cover ALL property within the Village.

Due to the relatively small size of residential lots in Huntley, leaf burning is now essentially illegal for the vast majority of homeowners within Village limits.
Be sure and follow the leaf burning regulations that apply to you:  
Huntley's Open Burning Ordinance- McHenry County
Huntley's Open Burning Ordinance- Kane County

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Will the Village pick up my Christmas tree?
No. Contact your Wastehauler or the Park District (847) 669-3180 for drop off locations.

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Whom can I talk to about my property taxes?
In McHenry County, property tax information can be obtained by calling the Assessor’s Office at (815) 334-4290. In Grafton Township, call (847) 669-3383. In Kane County, call (630) 232-5950, Rutland Township call (847) 428-6560, and in Hampshire Township call (847) 683-4480.

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Do I need to register my pet with the Village?
The Village of Huntley does not require pet licensing. However, both Kane and McHenry Counties do require valid rabies  tags for all dogs in the County.  Typically, when you take your pet to the veterinarian for rabies vaccination, the veterinarian's office will have all the paperwork and information on obtaining the rabies tags from McHenry or Kane County.  You can also find more information on tags at the appropriate County websites below.

          If you live in McHenry County, you need to pay your tag fees through McHenry County Animal Control.  The following link gives additional information on the amount required and where to send proof of vaccination and payment: McHenry County Rabies Vaccination Info

         If you live in Kane County, you need to pay your tag fees through Kane County Animal Control.  The following link gives additional information on the amount required and where to send proof of vaccination and payment: Kane County Rabies Vaccination Info

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How are recreational vehicles handled in the Village?
The Village has a comprehensive ordinance regulating procedures for proper parking and storage of recreational vehicles. Additional information can be obtained by contacting either the Development Services Department (847) 515-5252 or the Police Department at (847) 515-5311. Zoning Code Section 156.106.

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What do I need to do to have a block party?
Contact the Police Department at 847-515-5311.

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What do I need to do to have a garage sale?
The Village does not require a permit to have a garage sale. However garage sale signs are only allowed to be posted on private property.

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Does the Village require a real estate transfer stamp?
No. 

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Does Huntley levy a property tax?
Yes.  Huntley's share is approximately 6.11% and the rate is 0.4116 per $100 of assessed valuation.  It is one of the lowest rates in the county.

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When are snow plows sent out?
The Public Works Department will begin plowing the Village streets when there is a snowfall of two (2) inches or more. 

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My mailbox was knocked down during snow removal.
What does the Village cover?

The Village will replace damaged mailboxes with standard issue boxes provided that the original mailbox was placed in compliance with Village Regulations and was actually hit by the plow truck.  If your box or post was damaged, please contact Public Works at (847) 515-5222 to report the damage.  Two replacement options are available: 

1.                 The Village will replace your box, post, or both, depending on the damage, with a standard product.  This consists of a standard metal mailbox and wooden 4’x4’ post.  You do have the option to have a more expensive model installed by the Village, but you must pay any cost above the $45.00 maximum allotted by the Village.  This $45.00 consists of $25.00 for the mailbox and $20.00 for the post.   If you decide to purchase your own mailbox and have the Village install it, you must call the Public Works Administration Department at 847-515-5222 to set up an appointment. 

2.                 You may replace the box yourself and allow the Village to reimburse you for the cost of the replacement.  With this option you must, again, stay within the $45.00 allotted by the Village ($25.00 for the mailbox and $20.00 for the post).  You can also install a more expensive mailbox and post, but you will be reimbursed a maximum of $45.00.  Remember to follow the installation requirements if you install your own mailbox.

For more information, contact Public Works at (847) 515-5222.

It is the responsibility of property owners to maintain their mailbox and structure to ensure compliance with Village and U.S. Postal Service requirements.

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A street light is out on my street. Whom should I call?
Contact Public Works at (847) 515-5222.

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Did you know...
You can pay your water bill at the Municipal Complex or you can put your payment in the drop box at the old Village Hall parking lot. You can also put your cable payment in a separate drop box at the old Village Hall parking lot. (There is a drop box for water bills at the new Municipal Complex, but NO drop box for cable).

You can also sign up for Direct Utility Billing Payments to pay your bill automatically. Contact Village Hall at (847) 669-9600 for more information or download the
Utility Billing Auto Debit Form

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Village of Huntley 10987 Main Street Huntley, IL 60142 PHONE: 847-669-9600 Location Contacts