Kathleen M. O'Connor
Supervisor
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From the Supervisor's Office
Libertyville Township Offices will be closed to the public effective March 17th through May 30th. Limited staff will be available at the office to answer phone calls, provide emergency assistance as needed, receive donations for the food pantry, and distribute food to registered users of the pantry.
Any changes and/or updates will be posted on the website.
Food Pantry Update
The food pantry will continue to operate on Tuesdays from 10 am - 3 pm for any Libertyville Township resident in financial need and provides proof of residency. If an individual is not a registered user of the food pantry, they will be asked to provide a photo id and a copy of a current utility bill as proof of residency. Once the current situation improves, additional documentation may be required. The bagged food will be distributed via drive through. Residents will remain in the car and Township staff will load the food items.
The pantry is in need of
paper bags, pasta, pasta sauce, ramen noodles, canned tuna, macaroni and cheese, bar soap, toilet paper, paper towels, any personal care items and cleaning supplies.
Monetary donations can be made out to the Libertyville Township Gift Fund.
Food and/or monetary donations will be accepted during the regular business hours of 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
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Drive-Thru Testing Site Opens
Starting Sunday, May 3, the State of Illinois will open a
COVID-19 testing facility in Waukegan
. Expanded testing will help us identify more cases in Lake County so we can keep our communities safe. See details below!
Facility Details
- Opening Day: Sunday, May 3, 2020
- Hours: Open 7 days a week, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or until 500 tests are completed daily
- Location: 2161 Northwestern Avenue, Waukegan, IL
- Cost: Free
- Illinois National Guard Soldiers will be conducting tests
- Test results within 4-7 days
Who can get tested?
Anyone with symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell)
People in the following groups with or without symptoms:
- Individuals exposed to confirmed COVID-19 cases
- Individuals with compromised immune systems and/or chronic medical conditions
- Healthcare workers
- First responders
- Employees of correctional facilities
- Employees who support Critical Infrastructure (grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, gas stations, public utilities, factories, childcare and sanitation)
- Individuals slated to receive elective surgery within 72 hours
Please be aware that while this is a free service, you will be asked for a photo ID upon arrival, along with a workplace ID if relevant. We anticipate a high demand for this service and as a result, possible long wait times.
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Join us at the Lake County COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall
Hosted by Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart, panelists will discuss the ongoing Lake County COVID-19 response and recovery efforts and answer residents' questions.
Date: Thursday, May 7, 2020
Time: 7 p.m.
Participants can ask questions when they register for the event or through the chat feature during the live town hall. Chair Hart will be joined by the following panelists who will provide updates on Lake County's response and are available to answer questions from the community:
- Mark Pfister, Executive Director, Lake County Health Department
- Donny Schmit, President, Lake County Municipal League
- Kevin Considine, President and CEO, Lake County Partners
- Andrew Tangen, Superintendent, Lake County Veterans Assistance Commission
This virtual meeting will be hosted through Zoom. Attendees can view and listen to the meeting through their computer, tablet, or phone. Information on how to access the meeting is sent to the email address provided upon registration.
If you would like to take part in this event, make sure to
register
. Lake County will publish a recording of the virtual town for those who are unable to attend on May 7. We look forward to your participation!
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Job Center of Lake County Online Event May 12
Are you looking for work during this challenging time? Learn how the
J
ob Center of Lake County
can help you! Register for "Job Search Resources During COVID-19" on Tuesday, May 12 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM CST.
During this online event, you will learn about Lake County employers who are hiring during the pandemic and discover tools and programs that are available to help you transition careers.
Register now
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STAY AT HOME EXECUTIVE ORDER EXTENDED TO MAY 30, 2020
Governor Pritzker has extended the Stay at Home Order through Saturday, May 30, 2020 with some modifications. Starting May 1st, changes will include the following:
OUTDOOR RECREATION:
State parks will begin a phased re-opening under guidance from the Department of Natural Resources. Fishing and boating in groups of no more than two people will be permitted. A list of parks that will be open on May 1 and additional guidelines can be found on the Illinois Department of Natural Resources website. Golf will be permitted under strict safety guidelines provided by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and when ensuring that social distancing is followed.
NEW ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES:
Greenhouses, garden centers and nurseries may re-open as essential businesses. These stores must follow social distancing requirements and must require that employees and customers wear a face covering. Animal grooming services may also re-open.
NON-ESSENTIAL RETAIL:
Retail stores not designated as essential businesses and operations may re-open to fulfill telephone and online orders through pick-up outside the store and delivery.
FACE COVERINGS:
Beginning on May 1, individuals will be required to wear a face-covering or a mask when in a public place where they can’t maintain a six-foot social distance. Face-coverings will be required in public indoor spaces, such as stores. This new requirement applies to all individuals over the age of two who are able to medically tolerate a face-covering or a mask.
ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES AND MANUFACTURING:
Essential businesses and manufacturers will be required to provide face-coverings to all employees who are not able to maintain six-feet of social distancing, as well as follow new requirements that maximize social distancing and prioritize the well-being of employees and customers. This will include occupancy limits for essential businesses and precautions such as staggering shifts and operating only essential lines for manufacturers.
SCHOOLS:
Educational institutions may allow and establish procedures for pick-up of necessary supplies or student belongings. Dormitory move-outs must follow public health guidelines, including social distancing.
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How to Wear a Cloth Face Covering or Mask
Wearing a cloth face covering CORRECTLY can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 to others. When you go out on essential trips, follow these tips from the CDC. If you have a child, remember those under age 2 should not wear a face covering.
- Make sure you can breathe through it
- Wear it whenever going out in public
- Make sure it covers your nose and mouth
- Wash after using
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Upcoming Libertyville Township Board Meeting Announcement
The May 14, 2020 Libertyville Township’s Board of Trustees will be a Virtual Meeting on Zoom:
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North Shore Gas Grayslake Station Modernization Project:
Peterson Road West of Illinois Route 45
North Shore Gas is making improvements to its gate station located on the north side of Peterson Road about a quarter mile west of Illinois Route 45 in the Village of Libertyville. This initiative will modernize and upgrade the gate station to improve and enhance the security, safety and reliability of the natural gas system for North Shore Gas customers.
Construction began in May 2019, and the company anticipates completion in the fall.
On Monday, April 27, North Shore Gas workers will vent gas from the station to make current facilities safe for demolition in the subsequent week or so. They are taking measures to reduce and mitigate the smell of natural gas during the purge and demolition. Even with mitigation, those in the surrounding area may smell natural gas.
If you smell natural gas, or have concerns, call the North Shore Gas emergency number at 866-556-6005.
A technician will be at the station to respond to emergency calls during the venting process and subsequent week during the removal work.
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Important Covid-19 Resources
Lake County Coronavirus Data Hub
:
Lake County Health Department & Community Health Center business guidance:
Paycheck Protection Program:
Health insurance options:
Resources for cloth face coverings:
Anyone needing assistance finding food, shelter, rent or utility assistance, or other essential services can call 211 or TEXT their zip code to 898211 to speak with someone who can help 24/7. United Way of Lake County is also coordinating volunteers via its website:
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Virtual Museum Visits
If you would like to take virtual field trip to one of 500 museums, just
CLICK HERE
. You will be able to visit great museums all over the world!
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Child Care For Essential Workers
The State of Illinois has launched a new resource to connect essential workers to childcare. Effective on April 1, all essential workers in health care, human services, essential government services, and essential infrastructure now qualify for the state’s program. This includes people working as doctors, nurses, hospital staff, grocery store clerks and food producers.
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Reducing Stress and Anxiety
The outbreak of coronavirus has been stressful for many people; however, maintaining self-care and coping with stress will help make you, your community, and those you care about stronger. Some ways to support yourself during this time include:
- Taking breaks from news stories, including social media.
- Maintaining physical self-care through routines like meditation, healthy eating, and exercise.
- Connecting with loved ones. Social distancing doesn't mean social isolation and it is important to talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
It is important that people with pre-existing mental health conditions continue their treatment and be aware of new or worsening symptoms. For more information on how to lessen stress during the coronavirus outbreak please visit:
https://bit.ly/3bMWr9x
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Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to serve meals to the homeless, deliver meals to seniors, provide general office support, and much more. Both telework and in person volunteer opportunities exist.
Interested volunteers are asked to complete an online registration form with United Way of Lake County that asks for contact information, areas of interest and times of availability, in order to appropriately match volunteers with organizations in need of assistance.
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Corona Virus (COVID-19) Information
For information on the Coronavirus Disease 19, please
click here.
For individuals co-quarantined or isolated with an abuser can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1.800.799
.7233 or
www.thehotline.org
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From the Township Assessor Office
SENIOR FREEZE APPLICATIONS
Effective 2020, t
he Chief County Assessor Office is no longer providing a paper form to apply for the senior citizen assessment freeze. They will require seniors to apply online using
the Smart E-Filing Portal at
www.assessor.lakecountyil.gov
. Please contact the Chief County Assessor Office with any questions at 847.377.2050.
We are happy to assist you with your Senior Freeze application.
Please visit our office once we are open to the public and bring the following documents to apply:
- Applicant's driver’s license or state identification card
- Applicant's 2019 Federal Income Tax return and ALL schedules
- If applicable, the 2019 Federal Income Tax returns of those individuals also residing in the household
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211 Is Here to Help
211 is a free, confidential, 24-hour information and referral helpline connecting individuals & families in need with access to available health and human services.
211 is Lake County's one-stop shop for help!
Lake County residents can connect to a wide range of services by phone or text, and an expert navigator will guide them to the help they need, regardless of the time of day, the language they speak, or where they live.
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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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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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