Wauconda Phone Directory

The Wauconda phone directory puts every village department number, mailing address, and office hour on one page for easy reference. Wauconda is a village of about 14,027 in Lake County, sitting in the northwest suburbs of Chicago near Bangs Lake. Village Hall at 101 N. Main Street is the main building for local government services. The main phone number is 847-526-9600. This page covers each department with direct contact info so you can reach the office you need without delay. Use the search tool or scroll through to find the right number.

Wauconda Village Hall Phone Numbers

Wauconda Village Hall is at 101 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084. The main phone number is 847-526-9600. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Most village departments keep staff in this building, so a single visit can often cover more than one item on your list. The front desk takes walk-ins during business hours and can direct your call to any department in the building.

The Village of Wauconda website is the main online source for department contacts, board meetings, and village services.

The site has pages for each department with direct phone numbers, email addresses, and downloadable forms.

Wauconda has a Village President and Board of Trustees who make policy decisions for the community. Village staff runs the day-to-day operations across all departments. The Community Development department is located at Village Hall and handles construction permits, zoning questions, and renovation approvals. If you need to know the cost of a permit or how long the process takes, that department can give you the details over the phone. The front desk at 847-526-9600 can transfer you to community development or any other office in the building.

Note: Wauconda offers online bill payment and a service request system through its website, which can save you a trip to Village Hall.

Wauconda Department Phone Directory

Wauconda runs several departments from Village Hall and nearby buildings. The Village Clerk manages official records, board meeting minutes, and licensing. Community Development covers building permits, inspections, and zoning. The Public Works department takes care of streets, water, and sewer. The Police Department has its own building but coordinates with Village Hall on community programs and public safety planning. Each department has its own staff and phone line so you can call the right one directly.

Key phone numbers for Wauconda departments:

• Main Village Hall: 847-526-9600
• Police Non-Emergency Dispatch: 847-438-2349
• Community Development: 847-526-9600
• Public Works: 847-526-9600

The Wauconda departments page on the village website lists all offices with contact details. Email works well for questions that can wait. You get a written record of the exchange, which is handy if you need to reference it later. For time-sensitive matters, a phone call still gets you the fastest answer. The front desk at 847-526-9600 can help if you are not sure which department to reach.

Police Phone Numbers in Wauconda

The Wauconda Police Department handles all law enforcement in the village. For emergencies, dial 911. The non-emergency dispatch number is 847-438-2349. Use this line for noise complaints, parking issues, or follow-up on a past report. The police station is at 311 S. Main Street, a short walk south of Village Hall.

Under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140), you can request police department phone directories and staff contact lists. These are public records. The village must respond within five business days under state law. Some narrow exemptions exist for certain law enforcement roles, but most staff contact info is open to the public. The Police Department FAQ page answers common questions about services, hours, and how to file reports.

Wauconda is in Lake County, so some situations may involve the Lake County Sheriff or other agencies. The Wauconda police can direct you to the right jurisdiction if your matter falls outside village limits. Always call 911 when you need an immediate response.

FOIA and Records in Wauconda

Wauconda keeps detailed records of all department contacts and staff information. If you need a full copy of any department phone list or other village record, you can file a FOIA request. The Village Clerk at 847-526-9600 handles most records questions. You can submit your request in person at Village Hall, by mail to 101 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084, or by email to the clerk's office.

The state law that governs public records access is 5 ILCS 140. It applies to all public bodies in Illinois, including the Village of Wauconda. Phone directories, contact lists, and email addresses for village employees are all public records under this law. The village has five business days to respond after getting your request. Most routine requests for contact info are handled quickly. Bigger requests that involve digging through old files or pulling records from storage may take the full five days or a bit longer if the village needs an extension.

The FOIA process is the same at every level of Illinois government, from small villages to state agencies.

Wauconda Phone Directory and Local Records

Under the Illinois Local Records Act (50 ILCS 205), the village must keep and preserve all public records. That includes phone directories, staff lists, and department contact sheets. The village archives these records and makes them available on request. Past phone directories and old staff lists can be found through the Village Clerk or through a formal FOIA request.

The Village Clerk's office at 847-526-9600 is the best first call for any records question in Wauconda. The clerk handles meeting minutes, official correspondence, ordinances, and licensing records. If you need a document that is not posted on the village website, the clerk's office is where to start looking. They manage a broad range of records that fall under the Local Records Act and can tell you the best way to get a copy of what you need. Older records may take a few extra days to locate if they have been moved to storage.

Note: The village website has an online service request system that can help you get answers without making a phone call.

How to Use This Phone Directory

Start by figuring out which department handles your question. Most village services go through Village Hall at 847-526-9600. Court matters go through Lake County. The clerk handles records and official documents. Community Development covers permits. If you are not sure, call the main number. The front desk staff know every office in the building and can get you where you need to go.

Some tips for reaching Wauconda village offices:

• Call Monday through Friday during business hours for most departments
• Have your address or account number ready before calling
• Use the online service request system for non-urgent items
• File a FOIA request for formal records
• Call police non-emergency at 847-438-2349 for non-urgent safety matters

Most Wauconda offices close at 4:30 p.m. on weekdays. The police dispatch line is staffed at all hours. If you need a number not on this page, try the village website or call the main line and ask by department name. The front desk can connect you in seconds.

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Lake County Phone Directory

Wauconda is in Lake County. County offices handle things like property tax assessments, vital records, and court filings. If your question involves county government rather than village government, use the Lake County phone directory page for the right contact info. Many Wauconda residents need both village and county numbers depending on the type of service they are looking for. The Lake County courthouse in Waukegan is the central hub for county-level services and records.