Yorkville's division amongst Bristol and Kendall Townships mirrors the fact that, until the 1950s, The City of Yorkville was situated along the south bank of the Fox River, while the Village of Bristol was situated to the north.

[3] The township is governed by an elected Town Board of a Supervisor and four Trustees.

The Township also has an elected Assessor, Clerk, and Highway Commissioner.

Kendall Township has published an informational website https://www.toi.org/township/kendall-county-kendall-township

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