City of Mendota IL. Through careful planning and foresight, Mendota demonstrates a commitment to quality and is regarded as one of the most desirable cities in the Illinois Valley in which to live.

City of Mendota IL. Through careful planning and foresight, Mendota demonstrates a commitment to quality and is regarded as one of the most desirable cities in the Illinois Valley in which to live.

Mendota has eight elected council members - two per each of the City's four wards. Council member elections are held every two years (even years), at which time half of the City Council is elected. The Mayor is elected at large every four years.

City of Mendota IL. Through careful planning and foresight, Mendota demonstrates a commitment to quality and is regarded as one of the most desirable cities in the Illinois Valley in which to live.

City of Mendota IL. Through careful planning and foresight, Mendota demonstrates a commitment to quality and is regarded as one of the most desirable cities in the Illinois Valley in which to live.

Mendota's location provides a great place to meet, dine, and play. Mendota is only: 90 miles from Chicago. 60 miles from Rockford. 80 miles from Bloomington. 150 miles from Springfield . Mendota is a stop on the Amtrak - Illinois Zephyr line. (Amtrak Schedule)

City of Mendota IL. Through careful planning and foresight, Mendota demonstrates a commitment to quality and is regarded as one of the most desirable cities in the Illinois Valley in which to live.

City of Mendota Departments The City of Mendota employs about 50 employees for Water, Streets, Parks, Police, Fire, EMS, Business, and Administration. Most Department Heads can be reached through the City Clerk's Office.

The Mendota Police Department is a dedicated and goal-oriented group of law enforcement professionals who are committed to serving and protecting the City of Mendota with honor, trust and respect. Our mission is to partner with the community and to solve problems, and improve public safety in a manner that is fair, impartial and transparent to all.

The City of Mendota employs about 50 full-time employees and another 50 part-time/temporary staff throughout the year. The City of Mendota is an equal employment opportunities. We offer health, dental, vision, and retirement for full-time staff.