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Leyden Township Leyden Township is one of 29 townships in Cook County, Illinois. As of the 2020 census, our population was 93,096 and contained 35,824 housing units.

The Town of Leyden (Leyden Township) was established on April 2, 1850. It includes the Villages of Elmwood Park, River Grove, Franklin Park, Schiller Park and portions of the Villages of Bensenville, Rosemont, Melrose Park, Norridge and the Cities of Northlake and Park Ridge. Also included in Leyden Township is a large unincorporated area. The unincorporated area utilizes the Melrose Park Postal Service and uses the Northlake zip code of 60164. The Leyden Fire Protection District and the Cook County Sheriff's Police protect the unincorporated area. Our office staff is here to serve the many needs of our residents. Whether the resident needs property tax information, senior services or one of the other numerous services we offer, our knowledgeable staff is ready to help Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

REMINDER: Our Town Hall and Public Works Department will be closed on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for Election Day!The Com...
11/02/2026

REMINDER: Our Town Hall and Public Works Department
will be closed on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for Election Day!

The Community Center will be open as a polling place.

Don't forget to VOTE!

11/02/2026

Partner Highlight: Veterans Resource Fair

We're excited to highlight Leyden Township and their upcoming Veterans Resource Fair on Saturday, November 7!

Veterans and their families are invited to connect with representatives from various government agencies, learn about available benefits and services, and receive assistance with VA healthcare and disability claims.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Carl Fiorito Senior Center
2601 N. Mannheim Road, Franklin Park, IL 60131

A special thank you to Leyden Township, Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, and Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital for helping connect our Veterans with the resources and support they deserve!

Please help spread the word throughout our Veteran community!

11/02/2026

With the 2026 midterm election in Illinois on Tuesday, voters may be making plans for when and where they'll cast their ballots.

11/02/2026

The countdown is ON! 🦃❄️🎄 Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and the start of winter are all right around the corner.

Which are you looking forward to the most?

11/02/2026

Weatherizing your home can help save you money with utility costs. For more information on how Leyden Township can assist you, please reach out to us at: (847) 455-8616.

Leyden Township Opens 80 New Affordable Senior Apartments“A new chapter begins in Leyden Township,” said Rocco Biscaglio...
11/02/2026

Leyden Township Opens 80 New Affordable Senior Apartments

“A new chapter begins in Leyden Township,” said Rocco Biscaglio, Leyden township supervisor. “Through dedication, partnership and vision, this project has become a reality. We celebrate a place where seniors can live comfortably, safely and proudly within the community they call home.”

Leyden Township Opens 80 New Affordable Senior Apartments Leyden Senior Apartments Independent Living Multifamily

11/02/2026
Daylight saving time for 2026 ends on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 2:00am, when clocks "fall back" one hour to 1:00am.
10/31/2026

Daylight saving time for 2026 ends on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 2:00am, when clocks "fall back" one hour to 1:00am.

10/31/2026

Calling all ghosts, goblins and little monsters! Join Elmwood Park Parks & Recreation for a frightfully fun Halloween Party filled with games, crafts, pumpkins, bounce houses, haunted houses, candy and more. Come dressed for the occasion and get ready for an afternoon of Halloween fun!

10/31/2026

Trick-or-Treating hours are from 11AM - 8PM. Go out early, then stop by Elmwood Park Parks & Recreation for our annual Halloween party for the kids from 4PM - 6PM

Address

2501 Mannheim Road
Franklin Park, IL
60131

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18474558616

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