Pearl Harbor Remembrance: Flags at Half-Staff

U.S. flags flown on Village flag poles will be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, December 7 in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

Each December 7 has been designated by Congress as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. On this day we honor th...

Light Tour Map Plus Shows Around the Area

Enjoy the holiday light displays that Public Works has set up around town. 

• To support your Vernon Hills Light Tour adventure, download the Map and Activity Sheet
• Check out this clickable list of Light Shows around the area

Have a great holiday seas...

Holiday Tree Recycling & Pickup Begins January 3rd

Holiday tree recycling will begin curbside January 3rd. Please refer to the "Pickup Schedule" for full details. 

Senior Center Open House Dec. 7

The Vernon Hills Seniors invite all to their Open House on Wednesday, December 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. A holiday sing-along is planned for 2 p.m.

The Vernon Hills Senior Center is located in the lower level of Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Drive. (There is an ele...

NOW HIRING: Director of Public Works / Engineer

The Village is seeking its next Director of Public Works / Village Engineer.  

Please visit https://www.govhrusa.com/careers-page-govhr/?cjobid=JS7691981017&rpid=814708&postid=2CxOQTYxwq8 to learn more about the position and to apply.

Appli...

Parkway Tree Trimming To Begin Week of November 28th

The Village's contractor, Winkler's Tree Service, will begin trimming parkway trees the week of November 28th; leading into December. For additional details and locations of where the trimming will take place, please click the "Addi...

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission Members Needed

The Village of Vernon Hills is seeking applicants for two openings on the Village’s Planning & Zoning Commission.  The Commission reviews new developments, including residential subdivisions and commercial projects, as well as speci...

Leave the Leaves? Yard Clean-up Info

Leaf gathering season is upon us. Please review the following information, and consider going more "green" with your orange leaves...

• Vernon Hills Update Video: Go Green Vernon Hills-Lincolnshire members offer suggestions to handle your ...

Candidate Info: April 4, 2023 Election

As a courtesy to interested candidates, the Village of Vernon Hills provides the following information.

The following public offices within the Village of Vernon Hills are up for election on April 4, 2023 – three 4-year Village Trustee positions....

VH Part of Greenest Region Compact

The Village is part of the Greenest Region Compact. Learn more about how we are working with other municipalities to create sustainable systems and processes...

• Greenest Region Compact webpage
• REPORT: GRC Update - October 6, 2022
• Metropolitan Mayors Caucus G...

Watch for New Military Honors Banners

The Village is partnering with American Legion Post 1247 to honor Vernon Hills residents who have served or who are currently serving in the military. The first set of banners will be displayed on light posts at the Vernon Hills Municipal Golf Course in l...

County Program Offers New Hire Support

Lake County Workforce Development has launched a new program to support small businesses impacted by the pandemic. Your small business may qualify to have Lake County Workforce Development sponsor a qualified individual for a paid work experience of up to...

New Military Honors Banners

The Village of Vernon Hills, in partnership with American Legion Vernon Hills Post 1247 has launched a new program designed to honor and recognize US Armed Forces members from Vernon Hills. These banners will be created and displayed for one summer season...

Expanded Transportation May 1

Starting May 1, Ride Lake County began offering curb-to-curb transportation for individuals age 60+ and those with disabilities for rides throughout the entire Lake County area.

Eligible riders must register and then schedule ahead by calling 800-201-6446....

Hawthorn Mall Redevelopment Agreement

During the April 7 Committee of the Whole Meeting, Trustees reviewed the general plan for supporting not only the redevelopment of Hawthorn Mall, but also the many steps taken to support partner taxing bodies (especially Hawthorn schools) as well as legal...