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News You Can Use Diana O'Kelly, Township Supervisor July 6, 2021

County’s Proposed Open Burning Ban meeting Scheduled Via Zoom

There will be a virtual town hall to discuss the County's proposed open burning ban and yard waste disposal options for the unincorporated areas on July 13th at 5PM. Use this link to register to attend the virtual open house. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9J-1tYwtQ4GFjYruTXorlg

Fremont Assessment in the Mail July 8th

It’s that time of year again and Fremont Township is in the first group of townships and will have the assessment notices published and mailed on July 8th. This does not pertain to residents of Saddlebrook Farms. It’s important for taxpayers to read, understand and check this notice for factual accuracy as it contains important information about the assessed valuation of your property. Most residents will see less than a 3 percent increase in this years assessed value. As you know, the assessor's office is responsible for valuing your property not your tax bill. Our office is here and happy to discuss the merit of your valuation, but we have no control over the tax rates and your final tax bill. That you have to take up with your taxing bodies. There is a 30 day window to address this assessment, and the last day to file a formal appeal is 8/9/2021. If you have evidence that this assessment is incorrect, please contact our office first before you go through the added expense of retaining legal counsel. We can be reached at (847) 223-2846. Joe Herchenbach, Fremont Township Assessor

Lock Your Cars in Your Driveway

There have been several reports of unlocked cars having things stolen out of them again this year. Please lock you car!

Expired Driver's Licenses and ID Cards Date Extended

Jesse White Announces Expired Driver's Licenses and ID Cards Extended Until January 1, 2022. The extension does not apply to commercial driver's licenses (CDL) or DCL learner's permits. Click here to make an appointment at the DMV. You may have to do this early in the morning to find an appointment. If you are eligible for the online renewal process, you will receive a letter with the required PIN approximately 90 days before your driver's license or ID card's expiration date. If you have not received a letter, check your eligibility now. They will not text you. If you receive a text, it is a scam.

Mobile DMV Event at Fremont Township on August 4 from 10 am til 2 pm

For your convenience, we have scheduled a Mobile DMV at Fremont Township on August 4 from 10 am til 2 pm. No Real ID applications will be processed at this event. Services provided at the mobile event include: Renewal/Correction of Drivers License New/Renewal/Correction of State ID License Plate stickers Motor Voter Registration with Renewal of DL/ID Organ Donor Registration with Renewal DL/ID Seniors 75 and over must go to the DMV because they need a road test Call 312 814-3676 with questions. More Information

School Supply Drive

Thank you to all of you calling our office regarding the school supply drive. Below you will find a list of items we need. Thank you so much for your donations. Last year we provided backpacks and school supplies to 116 children. 2 – pocket Folders – red, orange, blue, green, yellow, black, purple, white (prong & no prong) Drawing/Sketch pads Graph paper or graph notebook 3x5 index cards Ear buds/headphones 1” inch 3-ring binder with clear plastic cover on front Tab Binder dividers 3x3 post-it notes Large glue sticks Highlighters (4 multi-color) 5 x 8 pencil pouch Dry Erase board markers – thick and thin Pencil sharpener Clipboard Multi-colored highlighters Black sharpies – fine tip Markers – washable classic colors – thick and thin Wide-ruled composition notebooks Backpacks – must be sturdy- have laptop sleeve inside. These are items in addition to the regular/common supplies. Anything is greatly appreciated!

Does the State of Illinois Have Money Owed to You?

The Illinois State Treasurer's Office is holding more than $3.5 billion in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. Have you checked to see if the State of Illinois is holding money of yours? Click here and put in your name to see!

Fremont School Job Fair

Lake County Fair July 30-August 1

The Lake County Fair is back in an all-new way… presenting their first-ever Micro Fair! A three-day festival celebrating our 92-year history, ‘Back To Our Roots’ Micro Fair will be a gathering place for families and friends of all ages. Back To Our Roots is the Lake County Fairground’s first self-hosted event after our “Pandemic Pause” and will be an opportunity to once again safely gather as a community in an event that takes us “back to our roots,” by celebrating the core components of the annual fair. July 30-Aug 1, 2021 at the Lake County Fairgrounds. More Information

What Are We Able to Put in the Textile Box in the Parking Lot?

Please use our white textile bin in our parking lot to recycle your items. We accept new, gently used and worn. This is a full-circle program. Your donations of new and gently used clothing and textiles -which will be reused- allow us to continue programs and recycle any worn-out/stained items we receive, turning them into usable new products. Please put shoe donations in the bin on our front porch. Acceptable Items Blouses and shirts Coats and jackets Dresses Halloween costumes Hats and scarves Pants, shorts and jeans Pet clothing Socks (single or in pairs) Suits and tuxedos Swimsuits Sweaters and sweatshirts Ties Undergarments Backpacks Belts Purses and handbags Tote Bags Bedspreads Duvets Comforters Sheets Blankets Quilts Curtains Drapes Sofa Covers Table linens Towels and washcloths Stuffed Animals

AARP Defensive Driving Course and Rules of the Road Classes Scheduled at Fremont Township

The AARP Defensive Driving Course will be held on Tuesday, September 21 and Wednesday September 22 from 9:00 am til 1:00 pm in the lower level of our building. Call Nancy at 847 223-2847 to register. $15.00 for AARP members and $20.00 for non AARP members. You must attend both classes. The Secretary of State Rules of the Road Review Course is scheduled October 20 from 10 am til noon. It is designed to give drivers – especially senior citizens and persons with disabilities – the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or obtain a driver’s license. The review course combines an explanation of the driving exam with a practice written exam. Call Nancy at 847 223-2847 to register. It is free.

Fremont Township Recycle-O-Rama Scheduled

We have scheduled our recycling event for Saturday, September 18 from 9 til noon. More information to come!!

Mundelein Community Days Calendar Reminders and Music Lineup

Mundelein Community Days 2021 opens at Noon on Friday, July 2 at 4 p.m. New activities and events this year include: Caricature artist, Decorate your own your bucket hat” presented by the Mundelein Arts Commission, and the Mundelein Heritage Museum Grand Opening. The Community Days parade will form in the Metra Parking Lot, proceed north on Chicago Avenue, and west on Hawley Street to Mundelein High School. More Information

What Does the Food Pantry Need?

For those of you wishing to donate food, we are in need of pancake mix and syrup, taco seasoning, juice, sloppy joe mix, crackers, granola bars, salad dressing, tomato soup, tea, coffee, lemonade mix and snacks.

Your Donations Go To Local Rescues

The local animal shelters are in need of sheets, towels, small throw rugs and blankets. There is a bin on our front porch at 22385 Route 60, Mundelein, if you have any old bedding you would like to donate. No pillows! The donations get distributed to local shelters. We also accept leashes, collars, toys, pet food etc.

Recycle Items at Fremont Township

We accept yarn in our office. We accept eyeglasses and hearing aids in our office. We accept American Flags in our office. Our shoe bin is also on our front porch and we are accepting shoes to be recycled and reused. We recycled 1547 pounds of shoes last year. The textile bin is also open and is located in our parking lot. Click here to see what we accept.

Email Us With Your Comments For Our Board of Trustees

If you have comments for our board, and can't make our meetings, please email Chris McCann at clerk@fremonttownship.com with your comments.

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We utilize our email newsletter to communicate local issues to our residents. If this has been forwarded to you please sign up by clicking here. If you need to contact me, please call the office at 847 223-2847 or my cell at 847 833-1019.    Diana O'Kelly Fremont Township Supervisor

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