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Serving Our Community
Road District: 847-381-7793
Township Office: 847-381-1924
Assessor's Office: 847-381-1120
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Supervisor Christopher Karam | |
Christ is Risen! Ramadan Mubarak! And Happy Passover to those who will celebrate later this month. It is a spiritual and religious month for many in Cuba Township and we wish you nothing but to receive God-given strength throughout the year. We are excited to get warmer temps and rev up the spring calendar of events. We are kicking off April with our Paper Tiger paper and electronics shred event scheduled for Saturday, April 13 at the Road District from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Click here for acceptable items.
We'd like to thank those of you who answered our surveys about our services, indicating frequently used services, and where you would like to see improvement. We collected your important feedback and are already seeking ways to deliver additional services. We learned that the community appreciates all the environmentally friendly recycling opportunities we offer across the General Town and Road District entities. On Saturday, May 11, we are partnering with SWALCO to provide residents with a new opportunity to collect nutrient-rich compost material - for no charge – to enhance your planting needs. The mulch delivery service will return this spring as well. Look for further information on both opportunities in next month’s newsletter.
We are quickly gearing up for our annual celebratory Land We Love Run/Walk which includes a 2k walk, 5k, and 10k run hosted at the Cuba Township office with the race through the Village of Barrington Hills. We are expecting another tremendous turnout on Saturday, June 29, 2024. Our goal is to have 250 runners and walkers on America’s 250th birthday in 2026. All proceeds go to families of veterans and first responders. Think about spending the patriotic morning with us or gathering a team of runners as we will track the performance of both individuals and teams this year. A registration link will be in May’s newsletter so start spreading the news.
This April is a joyous month for many, and I’m also looking forward to celebrating my mother’s and my daughter’s birthday. Hi, Mom – see you soon [I think she still reads these…]
Sincerely,
Chris Karam
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Cuba Township residents in need may be eligible for various programs, including utility assistance, such as LIHEAP and Nicor Sharing, emergency assistance, and food pantry programs. Please visit our website for a complete list of assistance services.
****Appointments for services are REQUIRED****
Passport Services
Passport Applications: Passport processing takes 2-3 weeks for expedited processing and 6-8 weeks for standard processing. Expedited processing is an additional $60 per passport. Passport appointments are required - call 847-381-1924 to schedule an appointment. To check the status of your passport, click here.
Visit Travel.state.gov's renewal page if you want to renew an adult passport.
Food Pantry
The Tuesday food pantry continues weekly, by appointment only, from 10 AM to 1 PM. If you need food assistance, please email info@cubatwpil.gov or call 847-381-1924.
Below is a list of needed items:
- Toilet Paper and Paper Towels
- 32 oz bottles of liquid laundry detergent
- Canned chicken, salmon, spam, and tuna
- Canned meals including chili (mild), stew, and pork & beans
- Pasta and jars of meat sauce
- Peanut butter
- Soups including vegetable, chicken noodle, and any chunky soups
- Strawberry or cherry jam
- Tomatoes - stewed, or paste
Visit the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) Online Portal for Reduced Fare and Ride Free Customers
The RTA'S Fare Programs Online is a web-based online customer portal that allows residents with disabilities and seniors to apply for, replace, and renew Reduced Fare and Ride Free Permits. It's quick and easy to use - go to Fares.RTAChicago.org.
Metra Access Pilot Program
Metra Access is a pilot program running through July 31, 2025 that provides a reduced fare on all Metra lines and zones for individuals enrolled in the SNAP program who live within the RTA six-county region (Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will counties). In order to apply, you will need a SNAP eligibility letter, government-issued ID, and 2" photo of yourself. You may apply at Fares.RTAChicago.org.
Barrington PACE Service
The Pace program is subsidized by Cuba and Barrington Townships, as well as the Villages of Barrington, Lake Barrington, North Barrington, South Barrington, and Tower Lakes.
The service is available to seniors and disabled persons, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM. The fares are $2.00 each way. Advanced reservations are required and may be made by calling 1-800-451-4599, Monday - Friday, from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
For questions and concerns, call Pace customer service at 800-606-1282, option 2.
Ride Lake County - PACE Service
Seniors aged 60+ and people with disabilities interested in using Ride Lake County are encouraged to register by calling the Pace Call Center at 1-800-201-6446.
Registering early for Ride Lake County will allow riders to schedule trips. Seniors must provide their date of birth at registration, and individuals with disabilities must provide their RTA Reduced Fare Permit number at registration. Learn more
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LIHEAP & Nicor Sharing Applications Available
Appointments Required
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Applications for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and Nicor Sharing Program are still available.
View income guidelines (left) and required documentation for applicants. Call 847-381-1924 to make an appointment.
Documentation:
- Proof of income from all household members for the 30 days prior to the date of application.
- Most recent, original utility bills - must be in the name of the applicant.
- Proof of Social Security numbers for all household members.
- Applicant Identification (Driver's License or State ID).
- Renters must provide a copy of their lease.
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Cuba Township Annual Town Meeting Set for Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Cuba Township's Annual Town Meeting is set for Tuesday, April 9, 2024, beginning at 6:00 PM at the Cuba Township Office located at 28000 W Cuba Road in Barrington. Members of the public are welcome. Click here for the Agenda. Immediately following the Annual Town Meeting is the Monthly Meeting. Click here for the Agenda.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve you!
Sincerely,
Heidi Shannon
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Assessor Nicole E. Knapik, CIAO | |
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Dear Neighbors,
Lake County tax bills are being mailed on April 29, reflecting the first installment due date of June 5, 2024.
The Lake County Treasurer's Office lists the following payment options.
Remember to file for your 2024 qualifying exemptions if you purchased your home last year. If you need assistance, schedule an appointment by calling 847-381-1120. Below is a list of the most common exemptions. Visit our Tax Relief page for more information.
Filing for exemptions is quick and easy through Lake County's Smartfile E-Filing Portal. If you can't file online, you may contact our office at info@cubaassessoril.gov or 847-381-1120 to schedule an appointment.
General Homestead Exemption (GHE)
If you purchased a residence in Cuba Township in 2023 and it is your principal residence, you may be eligible for the General Homestead Exemption (GHE). The GHE for 2024 is $8,000.
Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption (SHE)
If you or your spouse turn 65 at any time in 2024, and your property is your principal residence, you may be eligible for the Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption. The SHE for 2024 is $8,000. There is no income requirement and no annual renewal.
Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption (SCAFHE)
Homeowners 65 or older with an income of $65,000 or less may qualify for the Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze. Beginning January 2022, proof of income must be filed along with Senior Freeze applications. You must own the property as your principal residence for two consecutive years (January 1). If you currently receive the Senior Freeze, the Lake County Assessor's Office mailed reminder letters in March. The SCAFHE must be filed annually to ensure eligibility based on income.
Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities (HEPD)
This exemption may be claimed in addition to the General Homestead Exemption and the Senior Homestead Exemption, if applicable. Applicants must be disabled under the Federal Social Security Act and supply evidence of disability, in addition to completing the PTAX-343 Application for Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities and PTAX-343-A Physician's Statement.
Standard Homestead Exemption for Veterans with Disabilities
You may claim this exemption in addition to the General Homestead Exemption and the Senior Homestead Exemption. Disabled veterans qualify if they have at least 30% and up to 100% service-connected disability. Evidence of disability is required along with the completed PTAX-342 Application for Homestead Exemption and PTAX-342-A Annual Verification of Eligibility.
We are here to serve you!
Nicole E. Knapik, CIAO
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Highway Commissioner Thomas J Podgorski | |
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For the latest updates on roads, please follow us on Facebook!
The Cuba Township Road District operates 24/7 during inclement weather. You may call us if the matter concerns falling trees blocking roads. Please get in touch with your utility company for power outages.
Cuba Township Paper/Electronics Shred Event Set for Saturday, April 13, 2024, 8:30 - 11:30 AM Cuba Township Road District (blue farmhouse)
- Place papers in paper bags or paper boxes - no clips, binders, batteries, or plastic bags.
- Bound paper material must be taken apart to a size no greater than 2".
- Paper shredding will be done on-site.
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Electronic shredding will be done at an offsite location. No refrigerators, blenders, hair dryers accepted. Click here for a list of accepted items.
- Please note: The event is limited to Cuba Township residents. When the Paper and Electronic Tiger trucks are full, the shred event will end. Try to arrive early!
Mulch Madness!
Mulch is now available for delivery to Cuba Township residents ONLY, for a delivery charge of $125.00 per truckload. Mulch is delivered on Fridays from 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM. Each load is 6-8 yards. The mulch is a double-ground mixture of hard and softwoods from removed Cuba Township trees. Email Sue at info@cubaroads.org or call 847-381-7793 to schedule your delivery.
Self-Serve Mulch
Self-serve mulch is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The mulch pile is located next to the textile recycling bin in the same lot as the road salt.
Driveway Alert for Unincorporated Homeowners
If you are a homeowner in unincorporated Lake County and planning to put in a new driveway over an existing culvert, contact the Cuba Township Road District to inspect the culvert.
Instruction for Trees or Limbs Touching Utility Lines or Power Outages
If you have issues with trees or limbs touching utility lines, contact the utility company directly. The Township cannot trim trees or limbs within 10 feet of utility lines.
If trees are blocking the road, dial 911.
Need to report a pothole?
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Lake County roads - (847) 377-7400 or visit LCDOT site.
- Unincorporated Cuba Township Roads - 847-381-7793
The Road District does not offer recycling. Visit LRS Recycling, Wauconda Recycling, or Solid Waste Agency of Lake County.
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Join us - Eliminate Textile and Shoe Landfill Waste | |
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Clothing and Textile and Reuse-A-Shoe Drop-Off Location – SWALCO Partnership
Did you know clothing is now the fastest growing waste in the US waste stream today? Join us in dropping off used clothing, linens, and shoes at the Cuba Township Textile, and Reuse-A-Shoe drop-off locations in partnership with SWALCO.
Clothing, textile, and shoe recycling is a full-circle program, diverting your new and gently used donations from landfills.
Clothing/Textiles
Unacceptable Items:
- Wet, odorous, or moldy items
- Nylons and Pantyhose
- Fabric Scraps
- Craft Scraps (yarns, threads & other craft materials)
- Pillows
- Sleeping Bags
- Mattresses
- Rugs
- Carpet
- Cushions
- Foam furniture and foam mats
- Large Luggage
- Electric Blankets & Mattress Pads
- Non-Fabric Household Linens: Vinyl Shower Curtains, tablecloths, furniture covers, etc.
Shoes
Dress boots, hiking boots, and rain boots are accepted. NO WINTER BOOTS ALLOWED. Shoes in any condition, from new or gently used, to those that are worn, will be accepted. And, the great news is that 95% or more of all the materials collected will be recycled or reused.
Before dropping off your shoes, please tie the laces of each pair together; if they are sandals or have no laces, please place a rubber band on the pair to keep the shoes together.
UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS include Roller Blades, Ice Skates, and Winter Boots.
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SWALCO Household Chemical Waste Begins March
SWALCO’s HCW collection program diverts HCW from the municipal waste stream by sending it to IEPA-approved recycling and reuse facilities thereby reducing the volume and toxicity of our municipal waste stream. Our HCW program is a hybrid program consisting of year-round public drop-off events (at our Gurnee facility) and mobile collection events (various locations throughout Lake County). This hybrid program is the first of its kind in the State of Illinois providing residents increased accessibility and year-round “disposal” opportunities. BUSINESS/COMMERCIAL WASTE will not be accepted. NO LATEX PAINT!
Learn more and make an appointment here.
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Homebound and need a State ID? | |
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The Homebound State ID program is a service program for older adults, bedridden individuals and people with disabilities who are unable to leave their homes to obtain a state ID card from a Secretary of State facility. The card may be used for identification purposes in the same way as a standard driver’s license is used for identification.
Certain documents are required to obtain the card. Once an applicant submits the information via our web form below, we will determine eligibility and the documents required to complete the transaction. For assistance to help determine if you or your loved one qualifies for this service, call 312-814-3121.
Quick Links
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Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County | |
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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, and emergency dental, and vision
- care.
- Job service assistance.
- Food, clothing, and other supplies at Midwest Veterans Closet.
- Proper burial for indigent veterans.
For more information, please visit their website: https://www.vaclc.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountyvac/ or call 847.377.3344
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How to Dispose of Batteries - Home Depot |
Home Depot offers recycling of batteries at their Call2Recylce site located at the Home Depot, 670 S Rand Rd in Lake Zurich.
Click here for a review of how to dispose of batteries and how to recycle batteries. It includes information on single-use batteries and rechargeable batteries.
Not all batteries are accepted at Home Depot. Please click here and confirm your batteries will be accepted.
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Cork Recycling Now Available |
Cork recycling is now available at the following location:
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REAL ID goes into effect on May 7, 2025 | |
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For Illinois residents who fly domestically, the federal government extended the deadline to May 7, 2025, which requires you to use a valid US Passport or obtain a REAL ID from the Illinois Secretary of State's Office. Take time to know your options. For information on other types of identification accepted by TSA, Please visit the TSA website.
To see what documents you need to apply for a REAL ID, visit the REAL ID Interactive Checklist. Come prepared and be patient when visiting a Driver Services Facility.
All Driver Services facilities are issuing REAL IDs, with the exception of mobile units and express facilities. To find the nearest facility, visit Facility Finder.
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Job Center of Lake County offers a host of services including:
- Resource Library
- "Who's Hiring" list
- Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Opportunities
- Free online webinars
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The Barrington Career Center offers resources including:
- Job search skills training
- Coaching
- Career transition services
- Compassionate support
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Community Partner Information | |
County Board Commissioners
Illinois State Legislators
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