Kathleen M. O'Connor
Supervisor
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Do your Kids Know about Text-A-Tip?
What is Text-A-Tip?
Text-A-Tip is a 24/7 anonymous text-communication system for youth needing immediate mental health assistance for themselves or a friend. Members of the community can send a text message to a dedicated number and receive an immediate response from a licensed clinician while remaining completely anonymous. The anonymity makes it a comfortable place for students to share information and provides a safe outlet for voicing concerns about themselves and others.
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Major Track Project to Impact Milwaukee North Line
A major tie replacement project between Libertyville and Fox Lake will impact midday and weekend service on Metra’s Milwaukee District North Line during the month of April, including a shutdown of the line north of Lake Forest for three weekends.
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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 Passes at Libertyville Township
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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Need Help in Libertyville?
There are many great resources available to Libertyville residents in need of help. For a more comprehensive list, visi
t
Findhelplc.org
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Recycle First, Trash Last
If you’re starting your spring cleaning, think recycle first, trash last. The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) offers many options to recycle your household chemicals, electronics, shoes, clothing and textiles.
Household chemical waste
:
View acceptable and unacceptable items
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Schedule an appointment
to drop off your items at one of two scheduled collections each month in Gurnee. There also will be a mobile collection from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. April 28 at the Metra station in Round Lake Beach. No appointment is needed.
Reuse-A-Shoe
: Don't throw away your unwanted shoes! Make sure they get recycled or reused! Drop off your shoes at one of several locations across Lake County.
View Drop-Off Locations
Clothing and textiles
: Bring your new, gently used, and used clothing to be reused or recycled. Even clothes with stains or holes will be taken.
Learn more
, including what is acceptable and where to drop off your items.
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Save the Date for Recycle-O-Rama
Electronics recycling, paper shredding, and latex paint collection will be available at the next Recycle-O-Rama from 9 a.m. to noon May 19 at Hawthorn Mall’s Sears parking lot in Vernon Hills.
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Libertyville Township April 10th Meeting
At Libertyville Township’s April Board meeting, Highway Commissioner Marty Neal presented Trustee Nield with a small section of the truss which was removed from the Rockland Road Bridge. Trustee Nield had expressed a fondness for the historical structure, and he was thrilled to get a little piece of history from the Highway Commissioner!
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Spring Hydrant Flushing Is Underway
Lake County Public Works has begun its semi-annual water hydrant flushing program. After hydrant flushing, customers may notice a slight discoloration of the water. Residents are urged not to do laundry during periods of flushing to avoid clothes to be stained. This is not harmful and will dissipate after a short time. It is recommended to run cold water for several minutes to clear your pipes.
View the schedule
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Rockland Road Bridge
The bridge has been re-opened and the truss has been removed. The bridge will remain closed to pedestrian and bicycle traffic for approximately 2-3 weeks more to allow for the completion of additional measures needed to accommodate those users.
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The Dunn Museum is among only five percent of museums nationally to have earned accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums, an industry mark of distinction. Operated by the Lake County Forest Preserves and located in Libertyville, Illinois, the Dunn Museum is named for
Bess Bower Dunn
(1877–1959), Lake County’s first official historian. Her determination to preserve the early history of Lake County demonstrates the potential of each individual to make a significant and lasting contribution to a better world—and inspires us to do the
same
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Lake County Low Cost Pet Vaccine Clinics
Low-cost pet vaccination clinics provide a convenient and affordable way to keep pets up to date with their shots and rabies tags. Pets are taken on a first come first served basis. All animals brought to a clinic must be at least four months old. Dogs must be leashed and cats placed in carriers. Only cash will be accepted on site. For more information, call 847-377-4700.
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Independence Grove Beach Season Passes Now Available
Get unlimited access to the
swimming beach
at
Independence Grove Forest Preserve
in Libertyville––including participation in Family Fun Friday games and prizes––with the purchase of a 2018 beach season pass now on sale to Lake County residents. The pass allows holders unlimited use of the
400-foot sand beach
that runs along the South Bay of Independence Grove's 115-acre lake.
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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
Fax: 847.816.4789
Office of the Clerk:
Phone:847.816.6872
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