Volume 1 April 23, 2019
Kathleen M. O'Connor
Supervisor
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Spotlight On Open Space

April Workday Recap

A sunny and warm spring day was the ideal setting for a Volunteer Workday at Oak Openings Nature Preserve. The restoration goal of the day was to snip the stems of invasive buckthorn, honeysuckle, and multiflora rose all while carefully avoiding the spring ephemerals that are just beginning to peek through the blanket of oak leaves along the banks of Bull’s Brook. Herbicide was carefully applied to the stumps that had been cut to kill the root system and prevent regrowth. Without control, in a few short weeks, the invasives would have shaded out the spring ephemerals preventing them from reaching their full potential. Now they can bask in the spring sunlight until the canopy of oak leaves returns.
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 Volunteer Opportunities
The next regularly scheduled Volunteer Workday is on May 11 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.

Until Then,

Libertyville Township Open Space Staff

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Open Space Job Opportunity

The Libertyville Township Open Space District is currently seeking full-time seasonal Natural Areas Restoration Techs to assist Open Space Staff with maintenance of ecological restoration areas, trails and park from May through August 2019. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, have transportation to and from the Libertyville Township Offices and be able to attend a mandatory paid herbicide training class. More information can be found by clicking HERE . Please visit the Libertyville Township Offices at 359 Merrill Ct., Libertyville, IL to apply or contact Supervisor Kathleen O’Connor at koconnor@libertyvilletownship.us .
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The next April Township Board Meeting will be on the 25th at 7 p.m.

Concerts in the Plaza at Independence Grove
Music lovers, dance lovers, outdoor lovers, get ready for award-winning performers playing under the stars at the annual Concerts in the Plaza music series. Eight concerts will be held at Independence Grove in Libertyville at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 18 through Aug. 6. From Beatles to the blues, from rock and bluegrass to swing and jazz, there's something for just about any musical taste in this season's entertainment lineup. This year's concerts are supported by North Shore Gas (Platinum sponsor), Blue Oak Financial Services (Gold sponsor), Libertyville Bank and Trust, A Wintrust Community Bank (Bronze sponsor), and Lake County Journal (Media sponsor).  Learn more »
Drop It and Drive! Stay Alive!
Drop the phone, slow down, and drive safely! Through April, which is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, motorists will see increased patrols and enforcement zones. Sending or receiving a text takes a driver’s eyes off the road for an average of 4.6 seconds, the equivalent of driving blind at 55 miles per hour for the length of an entire football field.  Get tips on how to avoid distracted driving .
Scott's Law - Move Over for Flashing Lights

In 2019, two Illinois State Troopers have been killed in crashes directly related to Scott’s Law violations. Scott’s Law requires all motorists to yield a full lane or, when unable to yield a full lane, reduce their speed upon approaching a vehicle with flashing lights. For everyone’s safety, if you see flashing lights, move over and slow down! 
Watch this video   to learn more.  
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, cereal bars, energy bars, paper towels and toilet paper.
Learn Healthy Meal Prepping
Healthy meal prepping doesn’t have to be hard! Watch this video as Lake County Health Department nutritionists LaiSha Ponder and Christopher Arty provide easy recipes and tips to get you started on your meal prepping journey.
Finding Your Next Job

Five Steps to Your Next Job
Are you transitioning careers? Attend “5 Steps to Your Next Job” to launch your next job search. The next session will meet from 10 a.m. to noon May 6 to 10 at the Warren-Newport Public Library 224 N. O’Plaine Road, Gurnee. Register today !
Veteran/Military Job Fair
A Veteran/Military Job Fair will run from 2 to 6 p.m. May 14 at the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago. Veterans, active duty military, retirees, reservists, eligible family members and DoD employees are welcome to attend. Learn more
Look Who’s Hiring
There are many job opportunities across Lake County! Visit the  Job Center of Lake County's website  to learn about upcoming recruitment events.
Native Plant Sale at Independence Grove
Road Repair Season Safety Tips
LCDOT is committed to roadway safety, and we want to make this construction season safe for both drivers and workers in work zones. VIDEO: Roadside Safety Reminders
Lake County Division of Transportation Director Shane Schneider reminds motorists, "Construction zone speed limits are in effect AT ALL TIMES, not just when workers are present. Drivers should always slow down as they approach a work zone to watch for changing traffic patterns, equipment entering and leaving the work zone, and the men and women working on these projects."
Independence Grove Beach Passes Available

Season passes to the  swimming beach  at  Independence Grove Forest Preserve  in Libertyville are on sale for Lake County residents. Purchase on or before May 1 and receive a 10 percent discount. 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.
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.

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.

Who are my legislators? To contact your legislator, click on the names below:
Township Officials


Supervisor

Clerk

Highway Commissioner

Assessor
 
Carol A. August, Trustee
Matthew Kovatch, Trustee
David Nield, Trustee
Terry A. White, Trustee
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