Boasting a rich and fascinating history, Monee also claims a bright future based on careful planning and a commitment to quality. Harmonizing a lifestyle of old-world charm and friendliness with exciting modern progress, Monee is a small but rapidly growing community approximately 30 miles from Chicago. Since the early '90s, the village has annexed a number of subdivisions and dedicated land for commercial expansion. Merchants know their customers by name, and neighbors still wave and greet each other on leisurely strolls along tree-shaded streets. The majority of residents in Monee are actively involved in the community on some level, from schools and churches to civic and social clubs. The warmth of this close-knit atmosphere extends beyond established residents to extend a welcome to newcomers. Businesses and organizations work together to sponsor many of the family-oriented annual events and activities, while Pine Lake and the Monee Reservoir provide unique recreational opportunities. Monee is linked to the metropolitan area by Interstate 57.