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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Supervisor Christopher Karam |
Hello Cuba Township Residents,
It’s time to vote! What a great time to exercise your rights and a moment we should all cherish regardless of the outcome. Please visit Lake County Clerk’s Voter Power website to get all the information necessary on your polling location and even generate a sample ballot before you show up to vote. Next week is not only the time to exercise your voting rights, but also thank those who served our country helping defend those rights. It is Veteran’s Day on Friday, November 11th so please say a big THANK YOU to those who have served our country so admirably.
We would like to thank two organizations for their incredible generosity during this challenging inflationary time, especially when it comes to food. We are expecting very high winter heating costs and the monetary decision for many this winter will involve deciding whether to eat or heat their home. We recently received two much-needed large food pantry donations from food drives conducted by Countryside Elementary and from the Barrington Youth Advisory Council.
Special thanks to the following community partners:
- Parents and organizers of the Barrington Countryside Cares and Kids Feeding Kids committees for organizing an outstanding "We Scare Hunger" food drive.
- Jack Keenan and the Cuba Township student members of the Barrington Area Community Foundation Youth Advisory Council for organizing the "Halloween Food Drive."
Check out our Facebook page to view photos of the organizers, participating students, and the incredible donation of goods for our food pantry. We have some extraordinary youth volunteers in Cuba Township, and we are grateful for your support. It is making a difference.
The Cuba Township Road District kicks off its Firewood Friday program on Friday, November 4. If you have a tag from previous years, you're set for pick-up. If you are new to the program, please contact the Road District at 847-381-7793 to get a firewood tag number.
Lastly, it is a time of gratitude and thanks as we kick off the holiday season. These food drives were organized by the future leaders of our community and embody everything inherently good about the Thanksgiving season. Be good to one another, embrace the family gatherings and reach out to those in need. Happy Thanksgiving!
With gratitude,
Chris
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Cuba Township is closed on the following dates:
- Veteran's Day, Friday, November 11, 2022
- Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25, 2022
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 4-6 weeks for expedited processing and 7-10 weeks for standard processing. Passport appointments are required - call 847-381-1924 to schedule an appointment. To check the status of your passport, click here.
Food Pantry
The Tuesday food pantry continues as an indoor pantry, by appointment only, from 10 AM to 3 PM. If you need food assistance, please email info@cubatwpil.gov or call 847-381-1924.
If you want to donate, we need Kleenex, mashed potatoes (boxed), canned sweet potatoes, stuffing, canned chicken, tuna, salmon, spam, and coffee (regular & decaf).
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.
Ride Lake County - PACE Service
Seniors age 60+ and people with disabilities interested in using the new service 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 Program Begins - Appointments Required |
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Applications for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance 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-day period beginning with the date of application.
- Most recent, original utility bills.
- Proof of Social Security numbers for all household members.
- Applicant identification (Driver's License or State ID)
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Bacoa Medicare Prescription Drug Review |
Schedule your Medicare prescription drug plan review with a BACOA Senior Health Insurance (SHIP) counselor. Contact Matthew at 847-381-5030.
Last year, Bacoa SHIP counselors saved their clients $206,392 on medication costs.
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Monthly Board Meeting set for Thursday, November 10, 2022
The Monthly Board Meeting Agenda is available here 48 hours prior to the meeting date.
2022 General Election Set for November 8, 2022
Voter Registration
Voter registration is open all year except for the 27 days preceding an election. After voter registration closes, Grace Period Registration begins 27 days before any election. If you register during Grace Period Registration, you are required to vote at the time of your registration. View voter registration options here.
Voting Options
Vote by Mail Application Deadline is November 3
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Want to vote by mail in the Nov. 8 General Election? Go to the County Clerk's Voter Power website. For the fastest processing method, complete an electronic application, select “Electronic Request” after log in and follow the prompts through to “Submit Request.” Your signature is not required, and you must complete an attestation.
Your mailed ballot must be postmarked by November 8 or deposited into one of the Lake County drop boxes or hand-delivered to the County Clerk’s Office by 7 p.m. on Election Day. For your convenience, Lake County has drop boxes at 18 early voting sites as well as six 24-hour drop boxes.
Early Voting
Village of Lake Barrington located at 23860 N. Old Barrington Road, serves as an early voting site, beginning October 24 through November 6. Hours are listed below:
10/31/22 - 11/06/22: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Check your registration status here: You can vote at any early voting site regardless of where you live in Lake County.
Election Day Voting
- Polls are open from 6 AM to 7 PM
- Use the assigned neighborhood site serving your address
- Election Day voting site locator
- Every site is ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant and handicap accessible.
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 friends,
If you purchased your home in 2021, remember to file for your 2022 exemptions this year! Below is a list of the most common exemptions.
General Homestead Exemption (GHE) Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption (SCHE)
If you purchased a residence in Cuba Township in 2021 and it is your primary residence, you may be eligible for the General Homestead Exemption (GHE). Likewise, If you are 65 years of age or older or turning 65 this year, you qualify for the Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption (SCHE).
Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption (SCAFHE)
Homeowners 65 years old 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).
Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities (HEPD)
Standard Homestead Exemption for Veterans with Disabilities
Deputy Assessors in the Field
In preparation for the 2023 quadrennial assessment, Deputy Assessors are in the field updating exterior photos and measuring property changes. Remember, improvements automatically receive a 4-year Home Improvement Exemption.
We are here to serve you!
Nicole E. Knapik, CIAO
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Highway Commissioner Thomas J Podgorski |
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Leaf Pickup for Unincorporated Areas Only
The Road District's office will be picking up leaves in the unincorporated neighborhoods of Cuba Township on the following Mondays; November 14, November 21, and November 28. Leaves need to be raked to the edge of the yard, next to the road within 4’ (not in the road) by 7 AM. If it snows during that period, they will not be removing leaves. Please visit our website cubaroads.org for updates or contact our office directly.
"Light Up" Cuba Township
Days are getting shorter, and we want our residents safe when walking, running, and cycling. We highly recommend reflective gear and bike/running lights, so you will “light up” while enjoying the outdoors!
Firewood Fridays Return in November
November dates are Friday, November 4, and November 18. Pick-up begins at 7:30 AM and ends at 2:30 PM or sooner if supply runs out. Firewood pick-up is subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Mailbox Check
Be sure to check your mailbox post before the snow begins. Most mailboxes knocked over during a snow event are commonly due to weak bases.
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, please contact the Cuba Township Road District to inspect the culvert.
The Cuba Township Road District operates 24/7 during inclement weather. You can call us if the matter concerns falling trees blocking roads. Please get in touch with your utility company for power outages.
Instruction for Trees or Limbs Touching Utility Lines
If you have issues with trees or limbs touching utility lines, you must contact the utility company directly. The Township is unable to trim trees or limbs within 10 feet of utility lines.
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Keeping Cuba Township Green! |
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Clothing and Textile and Reuse-A-Shoe Drop-Off Location – SWALCO Partnership
Cuba Township is now a clothing, textile, and Reuse-A-Shoe drop-off location in partnership with SWALCO.
Clothing, textile, and shoe recycling is a full-circle program, diverting your new and gently used donations from landfills.
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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LRS Update for Unincorporated Areas |
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The LRS Wauconda Office is open at 1350 N Old Rand Road in Wauconda. Office hours are Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM. Jaime McLean is the office manager at the Old Rand Road location and was formerly with Prairieland. Have questions/concerns about your delivery service? Contact LRS at 847-381-9300 x 3.
Orange stickers for yard waste are now available ($3.00 each) at the following locations:
- Ace Hardware - 155 Peterson Road in Libertyville
- Jewel - 150 W Main Street in Barrington
- LRS Service Garage - 1350 N Old Rand Road in Wauconda
Below is information on recycling services offered at the Wauconda office:
- E-Scraps / Electronics: LRS is now working with SWALCO and will accept a maximum of 7 E-Waste items per visit, excluding Christmas lights and cords, including one TV or CRT monitor (some fees may apply to TVs and CRT monitors, call us for details).
- White Goods: LRS accepts white goods (no water softeners). A fee may apply.
- Clothing and Textiles: LRS accepts unwanted clothing and textiles (throw rugs and towels).
- Athletic shoes: LRS collects and recycles unwearable athletic shoes at the Wauconda drop-off facility. And they collect other styles of used — but wearable — shoes and boots and donate them to charity.
- Food Organics: LRS collects vegetative food and organic scraps in biodegradable bags at no charge at the Wauconda location.
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Cork Recycling Now Available |
Cork recycling is now available at the following location:
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LRS Recycling is composting pumpkins beginning November 1, 2022, at their Wauconda location.
Bring your pumpkins to:
1350 N Old Rand Road
Wauconda, IL 60083
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REAL ID goes into effect on May 3, 2023
For Illinois residents who fly domestically, the federal government extended the deadline to May 3, 2023, 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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Employment Opportunity Resources |
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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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County Board Commissioners
Illinois State Legislators
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