Kathleen M. O'Connor
Supervisor
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Open Space Update
February Workday Recap
Three volunteers attended the February restoration workday on a cold yet sunny morning at Oak Openings. They stayed warm by cutting and applying herbicide to invasive European buckthorn and honeysuckle growing along the banks of Bull’s Brook and worked on the identification of native and invasive plants. The years of effort volunteers have put into this area have resulted in great strides towards the eradication of buckthorn and honeysuckle from the creek corridor.
We would love the opportunity to share our enthusiasm for restoration and welcome new volunteers with any amount of experience – a love of the outdoors is all that is required!
Upcoming Workday
The next regularly scheduled Volunteer Workday is on March 9 from 9:00 a.m. - noon at Liberty Prairie An up-to-date list of dates and locations including directions is located on the Libertyville Township website and can be found by clicking
HERE .
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The February Township Board Meeting
will be held on the 28th at 7 p.m.
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Township Food Pantry Needs
The Township food pantry serves our most vulnerable residents. It is funded entirely by donations. Currently, the food pantry is in need of juice, shelf stable milk, paper towels and toilet paper.
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Upcoming April 2, 2019 Consolidated Election Information
The consolidated April 2, 2019 is right around the corner! Below is a list of important dates:
March 5, 2019 Close of voter registration
March 6, 2019 Grace period registration begins
March 8, 2019 Voting by mail begins. First day for
early voting at the Lake County Clerk’s
Office.
March 18, 2019 Early voting begins
March 28, 2019 Last day to request a ballot by mail
March 30, 2019 Last day for early voting at non-state mandated sites (Antioch Township Office, Ela Township Office, Fremont Township Office, Highland Park Police Station, Lake Barrington Village Hall, Lake County Central Permit Facility, Lake Forest City Hall, Round Lake Village Hall, Wauconda Township Office, West Deerfield Township Office, William E. Peterson Park and Zion City Hall)
April 1, 2019 Last day for early voting at state mandated extended hour sites
(Gurnee Village Hall, Jane Addams Center, Lake County Courthouse
and Administrative Complex, North Chicago City Hall)
April 2, 2019
ELECTION DAY
April 4, 2019 Voter registration reopens
Any questions, please contact the Lake County Clerk’s Office at 847.377.2400 or
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Report Your Road Concern
Has your time on the roads been a little bumpy lately? Road crews are hoping a break from the snow will allow them to catch up on the recent crop of potholes following the freeze and thaw cycles. If you encounter potholes or any road issue on a county road, you can report your concern to the Lake County Division of Transportation. If it’s a state road, report to the Illinois Department of Transportation. Here’s how to report:
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Lake County Restaurant Week
March 1-10, 2019 Over 65 restaurants—10 days to savor!
Lake County Restaurant Week is your chance to sample the delicious flavors of Lake County. Enjoy prix fixe menus and special offers. This 10-day event only happens once a year, so contact your favorite restaurant, make your reservations early!
CLICK HERE
for a restaurant listing.
Share your experience on social using #LakeCountyRW!
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RTA’s Mobility Management Resource Day
March 12 at Libertyville Township Food Pantry
An RTA rep will be at the Township Food Pantry on Tuesday, March 12 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Accessible Metra, Pace and CTA buses and trains are easy to use and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) would love to show you how! It is important that older adults and people with disabilities stay informed about accessible public transportation options to get to appointments, maintain social connections, and enjoy independent travel!
Topics Covered:
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Local Public Transportation Options
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Accessibility features on CTA, Pace, and Metra
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Planning an Accessible Trip
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Ventra Cards
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RTA’s Reduced Fare and Ride Free Programs
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Travel Safety Tips
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RTA’s Free Travel Training Program
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Q&A sessions with an RTA Representative
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Onsite assistance with Reduced Fare Cards Available
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Household Chemical Waste Events
(you'll need appointments for these two!)
Saturday, March 9th, 2019
Monday, March 25th, 2019
at our facility located at: 1311 N. Estes Street Gurnee, IL 60031
APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED for Household Chemical Waste Events located at our Gurnee Facility to ensure safety & efficiency. Collections are for residential waste only. No business waste will be accepted. All SWALCO HCW Collection Events are FREE for Illinois residents ONLY.
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Bird Watching Hotspots
Each spring, thousands of birds utilize Lake County Forest Preserves to feed, rest and nest. Visit four birding hotspots looking for water fowl, marsh birds and other migratory species. Spotting scopes and binoculars will be available for public use.
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Travel Survey
Earn $50 for taking a detailed survey about your daily travel: how you get around, how much time you spend in transit, the purpose of your trips. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (
CMAP
) is conducting this survey to better understand Chicago-area residents’ travel habits and needs, which will help determine how to use limited resources for future transportation investments. The survey is open through May. To take the survey, go to:
Survey In English
,
En Español
or
call 1-855-981-7286 to sign up by phone.
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Summer Youth Employment Program 2019
Applications for the 2019 Lake County Summer Youth Employment Program are now being accepted through March 31. The program, funded by the Lake County Board, provides meaningful work experiences for participants, who will work at various sites in Lake County, including private employers and nonprofit organizations, local municipalities and community-based organizations. Applicants should be age 14 to 18 (by April 15) or age 14 to 22 with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
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Don’t Pay to File Your Taxes
If your household earned less than
$66,000
in 2018, you can file both your federal and state returns for free using
MyFreeTaxes.com
.
This is the only free, national, online tax filing product offered by a nonprofit. United Way has made it available to over 100 million U.S. taxpayers as part of our fight for the financial stability of every person in
every community.
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Ride Lake County Central
This curb-to-curb Pace bus service travels East in Lake County – any destinations located in Libertyville, Fremont Shields Townships, Village of Libertyville, Village of Mundelein, , Vernon Hills Shopping Center, Metra Station (Lake Forest), Lake County Health Dept., Walmart Fountain Square, Grayslake Medical Offices, Doctors on Winchester Road, College of Lake County, Greenleaf Medical Offices. Call Pace at 1-800-201-6446 to register and schedule your rides.
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RTA Reduced Fare Pass Applications
New Applicants--
Seniors 65 and over may apply for the RTA Pass at Libertyville Township. Taking the train downtown? This will save you money and it is free. It takes 3 to 4 weeks to receive the pass in the mail. Bring in a 2x2 inch photo and your Illinois driver's license.
The RTA Reduced Fare Permit allows older adults, age 65 and older, and qualified people with disabilities and Medicare recipients to ride all RTA fixed-route services (regularly scheduled CTA, Metra and Pace buses or trains in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will Counties) at a reduced fare.
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Who are my legislators? To contact your legislator, click on the names below:
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Township Officials
Supervisor
Clerk
Highway Commissioner
Assessor
Carol A. August, Trustee
Matthew Kovatch, Trustee
David Nield, Trustee
Terry A. White, Trustee
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Township Contact Information
Office of the Supervisor
359 Merrill Court, Libertyville, IL 60048
Phone: 847.816.6800
Fax: 847.816.0861
Office of the Highway Commissioner
343 Merrill Court
Phone: 847.362.3350
Office of the Assessor
Phone: 847.362.5900
Office of the Clerk:
Phone:847.816.6872
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