Serving Our Community
Townships should continue to be your most effective and cost-efficient form of government. Cuba Township's elected officials and staff are committed to creating and maintaining a high quality of life for residents by continuing to provide services such as Road Maintenance, Property Assessments and Administrative services in a friendly and fiscally responsible manner.
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A special thank you to Jack Keenan and the student members of the Barrington Area Community Foundation Youth Advisory Council for delivering nearly 400 bags of groceries to the Cuba Township Food Pantry. Check out the Cuba Cares Facebook page for more info and photos.
Remember daylight savings time ends this weekend and we will enjoy the hour of sleep we lost in March. On Sunday, November 1, you will need to turn your clocks back by one hour.
On June 16, 2020, Governor Pritzker signed Public Act 101-0642 declaring November 3, 2020 as a State holiday known as 2020 General Election Day. The law requires all government offices to close for Election Day on November 3, 2020. However, Cuba Township's food pantry will be open and one staff member will be on hand to answer phones.
Food Pantry
The Tuesday food pantry is continuing as an indoor pantry and runs by appointment from 10 AM to 3 PM. If you are in need of food assistance, please email info@cubatwpil.gov or call 847-381-1924. Cuba Township is pleased to announce that Beth Talkington joined our organization as the General Assistance Coordinator charged with management of the food pantry.
Food Pantry Volunteer Opportunities
In compliance with the State of Illinois' Phase 4, we are continuing the following guidelines:
- Appointment only
- Masks are required upon entry
- The Food Pantry is held each Tuesday - no appointments scheduled
Appointments can be made by contacting one of the three offices below:
The COVID Housing Relief Program is funded by the Lake County Board, using federal dollars the county received through the federal CARES Act. The program offers financial assistance for rent and/or utility bills for qualified residents who meet certain income guidelines. Cuba Township serves as an intake location for Cuba Township residents in need.
Learn more here: Call Cuba Township at 847-381-1924 to begin the intake process.
Handicap Parking Placard
If your temporary handicap parking placard is due to expire, Cuba Township will promptly send you a replacement placard after receiving your doctor's note. Please mail or email your doctors letter to the following:
On behalf of Cuba Township, we are humbled by your generosity and grateful to partner with you to serve the residents of our community.
Sincerely,
Mike Kainz
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Monthly Meetings Are Virtual
The next Cuba Township monthly meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2020. In order to remain compliant with the extended Stay-in-Place Order, the meeting will be virtual. The Agenda will be posted on our website, along with Zoom information, on Tuesday, November 10.
Early voting ends Sunday, November 1 at the Lake Barrington Village Hall located at 23860 N Old Barrington Road in Lake Barrington. Voting hours:
- Monday through Friday: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
- Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
If you asked for a vote by mail ballot and decide to vote in person - you must surrender your mail-in ballot at your early voting or election-day voting site.
If you are a registered voter and would like to see your ballot, or find your polling place, click here.
Voter Registration
You can still register to vote at an early voting location, as long as you vote immediately after registering to vote. The only early voting location in Cuba Township is the Village of Lake Barrington, located at 23860 N. Old Barrington Rd. Lake Barrington, IL 60010. For a list of of other early voting locations, click here. Registration information is available at the Lake County Clerk's website.
Election Day Voter Registration
Recycle Election Signs
Within 10 days of the election, you may recycle campaign signs at the Cuba Township Road District, Barrington Public Works, 300 Raymond Ave, Barrington or Village of Barrington Hills Barn Building, 112 Algonquin Rd in Barrington Hills.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve you!
Sincerely,
Nicole E Knapik
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Assessor Rebecca M Tonigan, CIAO |
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2020 Exemption Check!
I would like to remind you to make sure you have your General Homestead Exemption and any other exemptions you are eligible for.
In order to confirm your exemptions, visit our property search portal at IMSLake.org. Agree to the terms of use and enter your 10-digit PIN. When you scroll to the bottom of the screen, there are four County links. Click on the Exemption link and the County's site will display your current exemptions.
General Homestead Exemption (GHE)
If your General Homestead Exemption (GHE) does not appear, it may be for one of the following reasons:
- You have not applied for the exemption.
- You purchased your home this year and the Seller did not have a GHE.
- You recently placed your property in a trust and the exemptions were removed due to the transfer of property to your trust.
If you do not have your GHE and you purchased your home in 2020, you are eligible for the exemption in 2021. Contact our office after January 1, 2021 and we can file online for you or you can file through Lake County's Smartfile E-Filing Portal.
Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption (SCHE)
Homeowners turning 65 years old this year are eligible for the Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption.
Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption (SCAFHE)
Homeowners that are 65 years old with an income of $65,000 or less are eligible for the Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze. If you received the Freeze last year, you are automatically filed for the 2020 Freeze, due to COVID.
However, you need to file for your Senior Freeze in 2021.
Disabled Person or Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption
If you received the Disabled Persons or Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption last year, you are automatically filed for the exemption for 2020 due to COVID. However, you need to file for your exemption in 2021.
We are here to serve you!
Sincerely,
Rebecca M. Tonigan, CIAO
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Highway Commissioner Thomas J Podgorski |
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Firewood Fridays
November 6th and 20th from 7:30 AM until 2:30 PM (or sooner if wood runs out). Two bundles of wood are loaded into the back of cars. Firewood #'s are limited to two bundles per event. If you miss one event, we cannot provide four bundles at the next event. Firewood pickup is subject to cancellation and will be communicated via Facebook and website (cubaroads.org). Call 847-381-7793 to sign up or if a replacement tag is needed.
Mailbox Check
Please check your mailbox before the snow begins. Most mailboxes knocked over during a snow event are commonly due to weak posts.
Snow Removal
When removing snow from driveways, DO NOT PUSH it into the street. Also, landscaping should not be within 5 feet of the street - this includes "hardscaping" such as boulders and flagstone. Although these features are attractive, they create a hazard potentially leading to property and equipment damage.
Recycle Election Signs
Within 10 days of the election, you may recycle campaign signs at the Cuba Township Road District, Barrington Public Works, 300 Raymond Ave, Barrington or Village of Barrington Hills Barn Building, 112 Algonquin Rd in Barrington Hills.
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