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1. Where is New Trier Township located?

New Trier Township is located along the shore of Lake Michigan, due north of Chicago's "Loop." The Township includes the Villages of:

• Glencoe
• Kenilworth
• Wilmette
• Winnetka

Portions of Glenview and Northfield are also included. A small unincorporated area of Winnetka is also withing the borders of New Trier Township.

2. What is the population of the Township?

New Trier Township serves a total of 56,000 residents from the Villages that comprise the Township.

3. How do I file a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request?

Illinois law requires all public records of New Trier Township be made available to any person for inspection or copying in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140). Individuals wishing to request a public record from New Trier Township must do so in writing, (fax, email or typewritten letter), detailing the specific documents you are requesting to gain access. Correspondence should be directed to Clerk Jerome Hoynes at jhoynes@newtriertownship.com or the following address:

New Trier Township
739 Elm Street
Winnetka, IL 60093
Fax: 847-446-1473

4. What are the Township's hours?

New Trier Township is open to the public Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. We observe all Federal and nationally recognized holidays.

5. How do I learn more about the Township's services?

We have several communication channels, both traditional (print) and digital (online) media. Our Courier newsletter is delivered to all residential households within New Trier Township in Winter, Summer and Fall seasons of each year. A limited amount of paper copies are available at the Township office during normal business hours. We also publish electronic versions of the Courier on our website. Additionally, copies of the Courier can be found at area libraries and Village halls.

Every other Friday, we publish the New Trier Township Dispatch, an online newsletter covering highlights of current Township news, event information and articles about our services/grantee partners. You can sign-up for the Dispatch free of charge by visiting our website and providing your email address.

6. Can I get a U.S. passport at the Township Office?

Yes, we offer U.S. passport processing by appointment only. Please review the Passport section of our website for current information, or phone Steven Anderson at 847-446-8253 to learn more. Find more information from the U.S. State Department at travel.state.gov for all passport information. 

7. Who do I speak with regarding my Cook County property tax bill?

The Township Assessor's office is located at the New Trier Township building. Should you have questions, please call Assessor Jan Churchwell at 847-446-8200.

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1. Who may apply?

Persons or groups with a new or emergency idea, which could not have been funded under our regular funding cycle,  who wish to provide community-based social services. The purpose of the proposed program should be to serve unmet or emergency needs of residents.

2. What are the qualifications?

The following qualifications are required:

1. The program is designated for either new (less than 1 year) agencies, existing agencies with a new or emergency project, or those individuals/groups in the idea phase.
2. An agency must have 501(c)(3) status, but does not yet need to have the other qualifications necessary for the regular funding process. Those in the idea phase, if funded, will need to obtain 501(c)(3) status within the first year of operation.
3. The need for the proposed service within township borders must be demonstrated.
4. The agency or group is encouraged to cooperate with other agencies to ensure New Trier Township coverage.

3. If approved, are we eligible for future funding or is this a one-time grant?

Agencies may apply for a second year allocation through our regular Township funding cycle. Funding recommendations will be made by the applicable committee. Note that first year receipt of the Township Off-Cycle/New Funding Program does not ensure future support during  the regular program funding cycle.