Kathleen M. O'Connor
Supervisor
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As challenging as 2020 has been, it has also been year of kindness, generosity, and hope! At the Township, we have witnessed an amazing display of neighbors reaching out to neighbors in need. Since the start of the pandemic, it has happened daily. Folks dropping off food and monetary donations, neighborhoods, schools, organizations, and businesses coordinating food drives, donors sponsoring families for the holidays, etc. In 2019, there were 262 households registered to use our pantry. To date, there are 357 households registered. On average, we add 1 – 2 families per week. They can use the pantry once a week. Historically, there were 40 – 50 families using the pantry weekly. Now we average 80 – 100 households per week.
In addition to food, we have provided families with financial assistance to help with their rent. Since March, we have provided $24,231.00 worth of rental assistance from our Community Emergency Assistance Fund. This does not include the financial support provided with public dollars.
Because of your kindness, we have been able to meet the need. There will never be enough words to adequately thank all of you. We are grateful for your generosity, sense of community, and trust. I hope 2021 brings an abundance of blessings to all of you!
Have a wonderful holiday season,
Kathleen O’Connor
Libertyville Township Supervisor
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Food Pantry Update
The food pantry continues 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 thru. Residents will remain in the car and Township staff will load the food items.
The food pantry is in need of tuna, ramen noodles, canned meals, and rice.
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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News From the Highway Commissioner
Snow Removal Operations
The Libertyville Township Highway Department plows approximately 28 miles of unincorporated Libertyville Township roads, including centerline roads, cul-de-sacs and dead-end streets. The Illinois Department of Transportation plows state roads, including Routes 45, 21 (Milwaukee Avenue), 43 (Waukegan Road), 176 (Park Avenue), 60 (Townline Road) and 120 (Belvidere Road). The Lake County Division of Transportation maintains county roads, including Butterfield Road, Winchester Road and St. Mary’s Road.
Plowing generally begins when snow is more than one-inch deep and freezing temperatures indicate that the snow will not melt.
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Please do not shovel or blow snow back into the street after it has been plowed and salted. Snow that is deposited on the street can refreeze and cause hazardous conditions for you or your neighbors
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When it starts to snow, park your vehicle off the street. This protects it from being plowed in. It also prevents receiving a ticket and being towed
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Check that your mailbox and post are in good repair and that they are behind the curb, not leaning out over the street.
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If there is a fire hydrant in front of your home, clear the snow around it. It is there for your protection and that of your neighbors.
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Please remove portable basketball hoops from the right-of-way. The Township is not responsible for damages that occur during snow removal operations.
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Please place garbage and recycling bins on the apron of the driveway. These bins are not to be placed on the roadway as they become hazards for plow drivers.
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Libertyville Township Office will be closed on
December 24 and December 25
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The AllVax Portal Is Open
Lake County Health Department is pleased to announce that the Lake County AllVax Portal is open. All Lake County residents can now register to be notified when a COVID-19 vaccine is available to them. Registering online is easy and secure—just visit AllVax.lakecohealth.org. You can also register over the phone by calling the Lake County Health Department at (847) 377-8130.
By entering basic information and answering a few screening questions on the portal, you will be notified when a COVID-19 vaccine becomes available. You can register yourself and others on the portal. Once you are registered, you can also schedule your vaccination appointments through the Lake County clinics or facilities through the system when a vaccine is available to you. The portal also includes answers to frequently asked questions on COVID-19 vaccination
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Affordable Pet Vaccination at Lake County Animal Care and Control
On a limited basis and by appointment only, Lake County residents can receive low-cost rabies and distemper vaccinations for their pets at Lake County Animal Care and Control. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 847-377-4700.
Prices
Cash or debit/credit card.
For Pets Spayed/Neutered*
One year rabies vaccination and Lake County tag: $20.00
One year rabies vaccination, distemper and Lake County tag: $25.00
Distemper complex (only): $10.00
Microchip: $15.00
*Proof of spay/neuter required at time of service.
For Pets Not Spayed/Neutered
One year rabies vaccination and Lake County tag: $60.00
One year rabies vaccination, distemper and Lake County tag: $65.00
Distemper complex (only): $10.00
Microchip: $15.00
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SWALCO Update
Due to ongoing safety concerns associated with to COVID-19, SWALCO has modified its household chemical waste (HCW) collection program. All HCW collection events are currently being held on Saturdays at our Gurnee facility. This modification will continue into the summer months of 2021 when the agency will re-evaluate its collection program to possibly include a one-day mobile collection event in the Fall.
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Restore Illinois Tier 3 Mitigation Measures
Tier 3 mitigation measures begin November 20 under the Restore Illinois plan. Tier 3 limits gathering sizes and encourages people to stay home to the greatest extent possible, while permitting some industries to remain open at significantly reduced capacities with proper safety measures in place. To view the Tier 3 mitigation measures click here.
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County Burn Restrictions Extended
The Lake County Board voted yesterday to extend burn restrictions through Dec 31. In unincorporated Lake County. You may burn yard waste on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays dawn until dusk.
Those who can keep fires at least 500 feet from a habitable structure are allowed to burn any day as long as conditions are right. This amendment was added with the Forest Preserve in mind. They burn to maintain forest health and remove invasive species.
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The Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County
The Veterans Assistance Commission (VAC) promotes the welfare of honorably discharged veterans of military service and their families. The VAC acts as a central service office for all veteran organizations and has general oversight of the distribution of emergency assistance to military veterans and their families.
Types of Assistance
· Assistance with rental and mortgage payments.
· Utility payment assistance.
· Emergency medical care is provided to any member of the veteran’s immediate family who qualifies. Medical care includes hospital payments, outpatient care provided by Lake County clinics, emergency dental, and vision care.
· Job service assistance.
· Food, clothing and other supplies at Midwest Veterans Closet.
· Proper burial for indigent veterans.
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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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Lake County Coronavirus Data Hub:
Lake County Health Department & Community Health Center business guidance:
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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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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