Thursday, February 18, 2021
Vaccine Signups and Locations
Frontline essential workers and individuals 65 years of age or older are currently eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, as part of Phase 1b of the vaccine distribution plan. Due to limited vaccine supplies, health officials are asking residents to be patient as additional doses are expected in the coming weeks. For updates on vaccine availability, please visit this link. Cook County residents can sign up here to register to receive the vaccine, and Lake County residents can sign up here. For a full list of vaccination sites through the State, click here.
COVID-19 Mobile Testing Sites
There are a number of COVID-19 mobile testing sites in Lake County which can be found here. Testing sites are also located in Cook County and can be found here. A full list of testing sites throughout the state can be found here. Each testing site is open to all Illinois residents, regardless of symptoms, or the county in which they live.
Voter Registration Information
The Municipal Election is Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Cook County residents can check voter registration status here, and Lake County residents can do so here. 

Register to Vote in the Following Ways:
  • In-Person: Register in-person now through Tuesday, March 9 at Village Hall
  • By Mail: Mail in registrations must be postmarked by Tuesday, March 9, 2021.
  • Online: Submit registrations online by Sunday, March 21, 2021.

For additional information about the election, visit the Cook County Clerk or Lake County Clerk websites.
Help to Clear Fire Hydrants When You Can!
Due to two substantial winter events over the last couple weeks, snow has accumulated in many areas of the Village, including around fire hydrants. The Fire Department is asking for the community's help to ensure hydrants are clear of snow, 3 feet in all directions, and with a clear pathway to the street. For those who are able to help, please consider doing so - this effort could help save precious time, and even lives, in the case of a fire.
Are You interested in a Law Enforcement Career?
For those interested in a law enforcement career, the Northwest Suburban Law Enforcement Recruitment Taskforce has partnered with Harper College to offer a Police Officer Training Workshop. The live virtual event will take place from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 13, 2021. The workshop aims to engage diverse candidates, provide clarity into the hiring process and increase awareness for the many law enforcement career opportunities. Sign up here.
Expert to Address Impact of TV on Teenagers
at Upcoming Webinar
Join local addiction psychologist Dr. Aaron Weiner as he shares how trending shows may impact your child's choices in "Teens and Screens: The Impact of Popular TV" in a virtual presentation to take place on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 7 p.m.

The presentation is co-hosted by Community the Anti-Drug (CTAD), LEAD, Link Together and Stand Strong Coalition. Register here.
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