Townships
Elmhurst residents are served by two township governments, York and Addison, which provide services mandated by the state and approved by their board of trustees
State
Illinois became a state on December 3, 1818, was the 21st state to enter the Union and is now the fifth most populous state in the country with almost 12.9 million people.
Federal
The United States of America is a federal republic composed of 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories and various possessions.
Police Department
Elmhurst residents enjoy their community with a low crime rate thanks to the efforts of full-time and part-time sworn officers, K-9 unit, community service officers and civilian support staff.
Fire Department
Elmhurst is one of only 16 communities in Illinois with an I.S.O. Class II protection rating, thanks to its 11 paid officers, 33 firefighters and 12 contracted paramedics.