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News You Can Use
Diana O'Kelly, Township Supervisor
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First Installment of Property Taxes Due June 6
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To see where to pay your property tax bill,
click here.
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Message From The Mundelein Police Department
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Now that schools are letting out for the summer, a reminder about the village’s curfew ordinance should not be forgotten. Curfew hours for children under 17 years old are Sunday - Thursday from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM and Saturday and Sunday from Midnight to 6:00 AM. In addition, drivers under 18 may not operate a motor vehicle between the hours of 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM, Sunday through Thursday, and between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM on Friday and Saturday.
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Save Lives- Dispose of Your Prescription Drugs Properly
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With the opioid crisis continuing to grow more deadly, it is crucial for all of us to dispose of our unneeded prescription drugs properly. Many people who abuse prescription painkillers get them from friends or family – often straight out of the medicine cabinet. Never flush your drugs. To find the most convenient place to dispose of your unwanted drugs,
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Crisis Care and Mental Health in Lake County
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Lake County is committed to help its residents maintain their health and well-being, and there are a variety of treatment, training and support services available to those experiencing problems related to emotional and mental illness, or drug and alcohol addiction.
Lake County also offers a 24/7 Crisis Care Hotline and an anonymous brief intervention service called “Text-A-Tip” for middle and high school students. For more information about these programs,
click here.
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Is The State Holding Your Money?
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The State Treasurer is holding 2.9 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs. Property is returned at no cost with the proper identification.
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Metra: Kids Ride For Free All Summer Long
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Metra announced that up to three children age 11 and under will be able to ride free with an adult beginning this Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day as part of its expanded Family Fares program.
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Listen to the Radio for Traffic Updates
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With construction season here, I wanted to make sure you were aware of the county radio station.
Highway Advisory Radio
1620 AM
communicates real time traffic information directly to Lake County motorists. Broadcast information includes location of delays due to crashes, construction and extreme traffic congestion to help motorists in planning their commute.
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Would You Like To Help Sort Food?
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This is the food we received from the National Association of Letter Carriers Annual Food Drive and we need help sorting on Tuesday,
June 5 at 9:00 am
in the lower level of the township office. Questions? Call 847 223-2847.
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Rustoleum Golf Tournament at Ivanhoe Club June 4-10
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The Rust-Oleum Championship is an event on the
Web.com
Tour, the pathway to the PGA TOUR. Each year 50 players from the
Web.com
Tour will earn their PGA TOUR cards and their right to play on golf’s biggest stage.
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Kirk Players Presents Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
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Kirk Players are thrilled to present
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
by Christopher Durang, the raucous, fun-filled 2013 Tony Award-winning comedy. The show will be performed at Mundelein High School Theatre on Friday, June 8 and Saturday, June 9 @ 7:30pm and Saturday, June 9 and Sunday, June 10 @ 2pm.
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Free Vision and Hearing Screening
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The Lake County Center For Independent Living located at 377 N Seymour is hosting a free vision and hearing screening on June 11th from 9:00 am til 3:00 pm. They will also be conducting demonstrations of assistive technology. If you have questions, call Claudia Mancera at 847 949-4440 ext 223.
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Newspaper Article You May Have Missed
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Household Chemical Waste Event in Wauconda - June 16
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Diapers Size 5 and 6 and Pullups Needed
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Many of you ask how you can help? We are still in need of size 5 and 6 diapers and pullups in any size.
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Still Spots Open for Rules of the Road Review Class
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Rules of the Road Review Course Friday, July 13 from 10 am til noon
The Rules of the Road Review Course is designed to give drivers – especially senior citizens and persons with disabilities – the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or obtain a driver's license. The review course combines an explanation of the driving exam with a practice written exam.
Call Nancy at 847 223-2847 to register. It is free.
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Upcoming Events at Fremont Township
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A Matter of Balance
- Do you have concerns about falling? Would you like to learn more about how to reduce the fear of falling? You are eligible if you are 60 or older, ambulatory, or concerned about falling. This eight week workshop begins Thursday July 12 from 10 am til noon at Fremont Township. Call Kari Pohar to register at 847 740-6708.
Rules of the Road Review Course Friday, July 13 from 10 am til noon
The Rules of the Road Review Course is designed to give drivers – especially senior citizens and persons with disabilities – the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or obtain a driver's license. The review course combines an explanation of the driving exam with a practice written exam.
Call Nancy at 847 223-2847 to register. It is free.
Shredding Event, Saturday, July 21
9-11am or until the truck is full.
This is a free event sponsored by State Representative Nick Sauer and State Senator Dan McConchie.Remove all binder clips, booklet binders, or paper clips. Staples are acceptable. Up to 2 large banker box size worth of shredding per vehicle (not individual in vehicle). All those participating in the event are encouraged to donate a non-perishable food item to the Fremont Township Food Pantry.
Free Hearing Screening and Otoscope Exam
Tuesday July 24 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Audibel Hearing Aid Center in Libertyville, a leader in “Better Hearing Health” is pleased to offer a Free Hearing Screening and Otoscope Exam Event on Tuesday, July 24 from 10:00 am til 2 pm at lower level of the Fremont Township Administrative Building.
To make your reservation, call or email Jeanne Pinkerton at [email protected] 847-362-7500.
Electronic Recycling and Shredding
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September 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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If you know of residents or neighbors who may not receive our e-newsletter, please forward this to them and invite them to sign up.
If you need to contact me, please call the office at 847 223-2847 or my cell at 847 833-1019.
Diana O'Kelly
Fremont Township Supervisor
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Transportation Options in Fremont Township
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Eligible residents of Fremont Township have access to two Pace Dial a Ride services.
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Donate Diapers to Fremont Township
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We accept diaper donations for children and adults. If you have diapers you are no longer in need of, please consider donating them to Fremont Township.
We do accept open bags.
If you are aware of Fremont Township residents in need of diapers,( children or adult) please have them contact our office at 847 223-2847.
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Electronic Recycling Opportunities
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Prairieland Disposal and Recycling
21N988 Pepper Road, Lake Barrington, IL
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am to NOON
Closed on Legal Holidays
No cost for Lake County residents
Businesses are prohibited
LIMIT OF TEN ITEMS PER VISIT INCLUDING ONE TV
(excluding misc. cords and cables)
Grayslake: Public Works Facility
585 Berry Avenue, Grayslake, IL
Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Saturday 8:00 am to NOON
Excluding Holidays
Also Accepting:
Clothing & Textiles, Shoes,
Mixed Paper, Cardboard,
Plastic Containers, Glass Bottles & Jars,
Steel Cans,
Food Scraps
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Grant Township: Road District Facility
26535 Molidor Road, Ingleside, IL
Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
Excluding Holidays
No cost to Lake County residents
Business are prohibited
LIMIT OF TEN ITEMS PER VISIT
(excluding misc. cords and cables)
Highland Park: Recycling Center
1180 Half Day Road, Highland Park, IL
Every Tuesday 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
1st Saturday of the month 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
Excluding Holidays
Also Accepting:
Clothing and Textiles, Shoes,
Polystyrene Foam: Cup, Containers &
Packaging, Fluorescent Light Bulbs
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Click here
for directions to any of these locations.
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Recycle Bedding, Shoes, Eye Glasses, Hearing Aids, Flags Textiles and Yarn at Fremont Township
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We accept eyeglasses, hearing aids and yarn
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No Pillows!!!!!!
If you have used towels, sheets or blankets that need to be recycled, bring them to Fremont Township to be donated to local Animal Shelters and Rescues.
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Bring your American Flag to Fremont Township to ensure it is disposed of properly.
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Did you know 85 percent of clothing ends up in the landfill? Bring your new, gently used, and used clothing to be reused or recycled.
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Fremont Township Representatives
Supervisor
Highway Commissioner
Assessor
Clerk
Trustees
Next Board Meeting-
Thursday May 31 at 6:45 pm
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