Vermilion
County was established January 18, 1826, and at one time covered a great
deal of territory, reaching almost to Kankakee and west to Peoria.
At present, Vermilion County comprises 898 square miles.
Vermilion County is
located approximately 2 hours south of Chicago and Indianapolis is
approximately 2 hours east. According to the 2000 census, there are
83,300 residents in Vermilion County.
Danville is the
county seat. The Vermilion County Courthouse (7 N. Vermilion) and
Courthouse Annex (6 N. Vermilion) are located on the corners of Vermilion
and Main Street.
The County Board has
9 districts with three members representing each district for a total of
27 board members. The County Board Chairman is elected from the
Board members.
The County boasts
several scenic and wildlife areas. Currently, there are 3 county parks: Forest Glen Preserve (5
miles northeast of Georgetown), Kennekuk Cove (7 miles northwest of
Danville) and Lake Vermilion County Park.
In addition, there are 3
state parks: Harry "Babe" Woodyard State Natural Area, Middle
Fork State Fish & Wildlife Area and the Kickapoo State Park.
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