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.
Road District: 847-381-7793
Township Office: 847-381-1924
Assessor's Office: 847-381-1120
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Happy Thanksgiving from your Cuba Township team! I recognize the stress the pandemic inflicted on our residents and businesses, but I am pleased to report the kind-heartedness of our community ensured every food pantry recipient access to a Thanksgiving dinner.
A special thanks to Bob Kenny from the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce's BAND networking group for the basket full of donations including gift cards and groceries to our food pantry. In addition, St. Michael's Church, Roslyn Road's PTO, Sue and her neighbors from the Sonoma neighborhood in Lake Zurich, and several generous donors contributed to the food pantry during the month of November. The food pantry is operated by a part-time coordinator and a group of outstanding volunteers. Check out the Cuba Cares Facebook page for more information and photos.
Food Pantry
The Tuesday food pantry transitioned to an indoor pantry and by appointment only, from 10 AM to 3 PM. If you are in need of food assistance, please email info@cubatwpil.gov or call 847-381-1924.
Food Pantry Volunteer Opportunities
In compliance with the State of Illinois' tier 3, we are continuing the following guidelines:
- Appointment only
- Masks required upon entry
- The food pantry runs from 9 AM to 3 PM every Tuesday, therefore we are not taking appointments or donations on Tuesdays in compliance with Illinois' tier 3.
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. The COVID Housing Relief Program ends in December.
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, December 10, 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.
2021 Consolidated Election
You may have election fatigue but the consolidated election effects you directly. Local positions up for election cover government organizations including schools, libraries, parks, villages and township boards.
Filing starts December 14 for the 2021 Consolidated Election. The Consolidated Election ballot will include township positions, including Supervisor, Clerk, Assessor, Highway Commissioner and four Trustee positions. Petition packets are available at the Township. More information is also available by visiting the Lake County Clerk's Candidate Power webpage.
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
December 4th and 18th 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.
Snow Plow Safety
- Don't crowd the plow
- Stay at least 4 car lengths back from a snow plow, and never pass a plow
- Drive slower, brake sooner
- Stay off electronic devices
- Stay off the roads during snow events, if possible
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.
The Cuba Township Road District operates 24/7 during inclement weather. You can call us if the matter concerns falling trees blocking roads, etc. Please contact your utility company for power outages.
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