Situated on the northern banks of the Illinois River about 50 miles southwest of Chicago is the City of Morris. Morris is located in Grundy County, on which it serves as county seat. The population of Morris is approximately 12,500 people.

Home to a strong economy, many businesses are attracted to Morris for its excellent transportation network and close proximity to Chicago combined with the relatively inexpensive and available land. Morris is home to the Dresden nuclear power plant, which provides a substantial portion of the electricity supply of Chicago Metropolitan Area. The many businesses and the powerplant provide many employment opportunities for the city's residents.

Recreational opportunities abound in Morris. You'll find plenty of golfing, fitness centers, swimming, boating, biking, tennis, bowling, auto racing, beautiful parks and lakes, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, hunting, a theater guild, libraries, canoeing, skating centers, and private recreations all here all or within the county.

Morris provides residents with excellent municipal services. Grundy County also maintains a community hospital with Level II Trauma Center, heliport, convenient Outpatient Service Center and over 100 physicians, dentists and medical specialists to meet the special needs of you and your family. Morris is indeed the full package!