Departments

Police Department

The Wauconda Police Department views its primary mission as guarding the rights of all persons to be free from crime and providing public safety services for all residents, businesses and visitors that will protect them and promote a safe environment.

Building & Zoning

The primary responsibility of the Building, Zoning and Planning Department is to monitor and regulate all building construction in the Village to assure compliance with the applicable, adopted Building Codes. The department also has the responsibility to oversee the Zoning Ordinances of the Village to assure that compliance is being maintained. The Department also identifies and recommends changes to the Ordinances when necessary.

Public Works

It takes a lot to keep the Village of Wauconda running; providing safe drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities, the lighting, paving and plowing of streets, the maintenance of drainage ditches and sewers, the upkeep of parkway trees, and the installation of signs to guide you. At the Public Works Department we build, maintain and manage the things you rely on everyday.

Economic Development

The Economic Development Department is dedicated to business growth, retention and attraction. This website contains current information on demographics, available properties, and contact information to assist in new site selection. The Comprehensive Plan adopted in 2006 is also available to give developers the ability to view the Village’s vision for future growth and redevelopment. The Village provides an expedited review process and has a cooperative approach to redevelopment. Our Economic Development Department is available to assist the exiting business community with expansion, workforce, and local government issues, as well as provide developers, brokers, and site selectors with dedicated staff involvement.

Environmental Quality

The Environmental Quality Department is responsible for administering programs in the areas of industrial pretreatment, grease abatement, storm water management, and mosquito control. It works with the Public Works Department in the operation of the weed harvester. The Environmental Quality Department acts as a resource for residents with questions or concerns about a wide variety of environmental issues. It also represents the Village in various environmental initiatives and conducts public outreach/education at local events.