Proviso Township overview

Founded in 1850 as Taylor Township, after US President General Zachary Taylor, and later renamed Proviso Township after the Wilmont Proviso, a piece of legislation that was proposed to stop the spread of slavery into the gained territory from Mexico. Empowered by our rich history we are the proud home of 14 villages: Bellwood, Berkeley, Broadview, Brookfield, Forest Park, Hillside, La Grange Park, Maywood, Melrose Park, Northlake, North Riverside, Stone Park, Westchester and Western Springs with now approximately 145,000 residents. The township looks to empower individuals and families by providing a wide range of services that enhance their lives.

We also collaborate with local community organizations that protect the health, safety, and general welfare of all township residents. With 79 staff members we help with property tax appeals and exemptions, we have dedicated staff that help the youth and children of our community with different services, and additionally we ensure that our senior citizens have access to reliable transportation, a handyman program and a series of engaging programming and assistance. Please stop by and visit our main office and get to know your township staff. 

Total Operating Budget: $13,337,012