Zion City Phone Directory

The Zion phone directory puts together city department contacts, public safety numbers, and service lines for this Lake County community. With about 24,600 residents, Zion runs its government from City Hall on Sheridan Road. Each department has its own direct phone number, which makes it easy to reach the right office without going through a switchboard. This page lists all the numbers, addresses, and hours you need. Note that City Hall closes for lunch each day from noon to 1:15 p.m., so plan your calls around that break if you are calling midday.

Zion City Hall Phone Numbers

Zion City Hall is at 2828 Sheridan Road, Zion, IL 60099. The main phone number is 847-746-4000. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The building closes daily from 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. for lunch. That midday break catches some people off guard, so keep it in mind when you call.

Mayor Billy McKinney is the 18th mayor of Zion. City Administrator David Knabel manages the daily operations and can be reached at 847-746-4023. The City of Zion website has department pages, staff contacts, meeting schedules, and online services.

City Clerk Sheryl Spooner handles public records, business licenses, meeting documents, and FOIA requests. The clerk's direct line is 847-746-4012. If you need copies of ordinances, resolutions, or council minutes, the clerk's office is where to start. This office also manages vehicle sticker sales and other administrative services for residents.

The state of Illinois maintains directories that connect to local government websites, and Zion is included in those listings.

State-level listings can be a useful backup source, though the city website will always have the most current phone numbers and staff names.

Zion Police and Fire Contacts

The Zion Police Department can be reached at 847-872-8000. Police Chief Eric Barden leads the department. Call 911 for emergencies. The non-emergency line handles noise complaints, minor incident reports, parking issues, and general questions about police services. The department runs its own records process, so police reports and staff directories from the PD go through them directly.

The Zion Fire and Rescue Department phone number is 847-746-4042. Fire Chief Justin Stried runs the department. This number handles non-emergency calls about fire inspections, smoke detector programs, EMS questions, and general fire safety information. The department provides fire suppression and paramedic services for the city. For business inspections and fire code compliance, call during regular business hours.

Both departments are subject to the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140). You can request staff directories, call logs, incident reports (with some exceptions for ongoing investigations), and department budgets. The city has five business days to respond. Each department may handle its own FOIA process, so ask when you call.

If you need to reach a specific officer or firefighter, calling the department's direct number during business hours is the fastest way. After hours, the non-emergency lines still take messages for routine matters.

Zion City Services Directory

Zion has direct phone numbers for each department, which makes reaching the right office straightforward. Here are the key department lines:

The Accounts and Finance Department can be reached at 847-746-4010. This office manages the city budget, utility billing, tax questions, and vendor payments. If you have a water bill question or need to set up a payment plan, call this number first.

Public Works is at 847-746-4050. Director Vic Ransom runs the department, which covers streets, water, sewer, refuse collection, and general infrastructure work. Call for pothole reports, water main issues, tree trimming, and snow removal schedules. Public Works also handles the city's fleet maintenance.

The Building Department number is 847-746-4097. Richard Ianson heads this office, which handles building permits, inspections, and code enforcement. If you are planning construction, a renovation, or a demolition project, you need to go through this department for permits. The office also deals with property maintenance complaints and zoning questions.

Human Resources can be reached at 847-746-4014. Manager Yasmin Korkies handles employment questions, job postings, and benefits information. If you want to work for the city or need information about current openings, this is the number to call.

The Economic Development office is at 847-746-4056. Sonolito Bronson heads this department, which works on business attraction, retention, and downtown development projects. Businesses looking to open or expand in Zion should start here.

Public Records and FOIA in Zion

The Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140) applies to all Zion city departments. Phone directories, staff contact lists, department budgets, meeting records, and contracts are available on request. The city must respond within five business days. You can inspect records in person at City Hall for free. Paper copies may have a small per-page charge.

The City Clerk at 847-746-4012 serves as the main FOIA officer for city departments. Police records may go through the police department's own process. Submit your request in writing, and include enough detail so the staff can find what you need without a lot of back and forth.

Under the Illinois Local Records Act (50 ILCS 205), Zion must preserve all public records based on the state retention schedule. Past phone directories, old department rosters, and archived city records cannot be destroyed without following the proper procedures. Records from years ago should still be in the city archives or at the Illinois State Archives if they were transferred.

The state FOIA page offers guidance on how the law works and what you can expect from the process.

That state resource covers the basics of filing a request, timelines, and what to do if your request is denied.

How to Use This Directory

Zion makes it simple because most departments have their own direct phone number. You do not need to go through a switchboard for most calls. Use 847-746-4000 for the main line, 847-872-8000 for police, 847-746-4042 for fire, 847-746-4050 for public works, 847-746-4097 for building, and 847-746-4010 for finance. For FOIA requests, the City Clerk at 847-746-4012 is your main contact.

Remember that City Hall closes from noon to 1:15 p.m. daily. If you call during that window, you will not get an answer. Plan to call in the morning or after 1:15 if your question is not urgent. The police department keeps its own hours and is available around the clock for the non-emergency line.

County-level services do not go through Zion City Hall. Property tax questions, vital records, court filings, and county road issues are handled by Lake County. The Lake County government offices in Waukegan handle these matters. If your issue falls outside city services, you will need to contact the county.

Nearby Cities Phone Directory

Zion is in the far northeast corner of Illinois, near the Wisconsin border. Waukegan is the closest major city and the Lake County seat. North Chicago and Beach Park are also nearby but do not have directory pages on this site yet. Use the link below for the Waukegan phone directory.

Lake County Phone Directory

Zion is in Lake County. County offices handle property tax assessments, vital records like birth and death certificates, and all court filings. The Lake County government center is in Waukegan. Many Zion residents need both city and county numbers depending on the service they need. If you are not sure whether your issue goes to the city or the county, call Zion City Hall first and they can point you in the right direction.