Greetings from your Cuba Township Leaders!
We are proud to launch our first monthly e-newsletter to inform residents of Cuba Township services, monthly meetings, and community events in a fast and cost-effective manner. Serving residents is our top priority - so be sure to encourage your friends, family and neighbors to sign up for the newsletter and stay informed about Cuba Township services and local happenings!

Supervisor Michael J. Kainz
Clerk Nicole E. Knapik
Assessor Rebecca M. Tonigan, CIAO
Highway Commissioner Thomas J. Podgorski
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Supervisor Michael Kainz
It's hard to believe fall is here, bringing in cooler weather, changing leaves, football games and fall festivals!

I hope you can join us at the 19th Annual Cuba Township Fall Festival on Saturday, October 26. In addition to complimentary coffee, cider, donuts, there will be activities for the kids.


Festival Info :
Saturday, October 26, 2019
9 AM-11 AM Festival
Cuba Township Road District,
28160 W Cuba Road

This is a free event for residents and no reservations are required. The Cuba Township Shredding Event is being held the same day at the Cuba Township Office, from 8 AM to Noon.

Did you know Cuba Township provides a host of services to our residents? Check out our Services page.

Below are just a few of the services we offer:

  • Passport Processing Services (appointments required)
  • Voter Registration
  • Notary Public Services (appointments required)
  • Cuba Township Food Pantry (every Tuesday)
  • Lending Closet - Orthopedic items such as walkers, canes and wheelchairs are available to township residents at no charge. Call in advance.
  • 90-Day Temporary Handicapped Parking Placards
  • LIHEAP (Low Income Energy Assistance Policy) - Energy Assistance starts October 1, 2019. Check your Income Eligibility.
  • RTA and Pace discounts for Seniors and Disabled residents

Sincerely,
Michael J. Kainz

Clerk Nicole E Knapik
Cuba Township meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. Meeting Agendas and Minutes are posted on our website .

The Cuba Township Food Pantry serves qualifying Cuba Township residents each Tuesday from 10 AM - 1 PM.
Visit the Food Pantry page to view the wish list of items needed.

If you have a student seeking volunteer hours, let us know. Our food pantry is always looking for an extra set of hands!

Special thanks to Wintrust Bank for a generous $500 contribution to the Cuba Cares Fund. Pictured above L2R (Supervisor Michael Kainz, Barrington Community Engagement Librarian Sam Adams-Lanham, Food Pantry Coordinator Bridget Lacson, and Barrington Area Librarian Hayley Schommer).

Cuba Cares is a 501c3 charitable organization formed to help Cuba Township residents in need. To learn more, give us a call or visit Cuba Cares Fund .

Sincerely,
Nicole E Knapik
Assessor Rebecca M Tonigan, CIAO
Tallgrass
2019 assessment notices for Cuba Township will be in the mail the week of October 22. The new assessment values will also be published October 24 in the Barrington Courier. At the date of publication, 2019 values will be available online . 

The assessment notices from the Lake County’s Chief Assessor's Office MAY NOT contain the most accurate information in the Assessor Property Characteristics.

To verify the most accurate property characteristics, visit IMSLake.org , and follow these easy steps:
  1. Agree to the Site Disclaimer
  2. Enter your 10-digit Property Index Number (PIN) and click “Search”
  3. Review the Land Data, Physical Characteristics and Living Area for accuracy.
  4. Call the Cuba Township Assessor’s Office at 847-381-1120 if you find discrepancies.

Check the blue assessment notice's Homestead Exemptions field to make sure you are receiving exemptions you are eligible for.

Cuba Township is hosting a Property Assessment Seminar - Consider joining us!
Property Assessment Seminar
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Langendorf Park, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington
John Sullivan Room—B
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Property owners can speak one-on-one with Assessor Tonigan or her deputies to review assessment notices, learn how to use the new IMSLake.org property search portal and County E-filing system.

The Assessor’s Office is extending its hours to 7 PM on Wednesday, 10/30 and Wednesday, 11/13.

AVAILABLE ONLINE TUTORIALS

HOW TO FILE AN APPEAL
  1. On the Lake County SmartFile E-Filing login page, create an account or log in to your existing account.
  2. You will be directed to a portal where you can complete the appeal process. Remember, if you are using comparable property grids as evidence for your appeal, go to IMSLake.org to create and save your grids.
  3. When you have entered all the information required for your appeal, be sure to go to the section labeled "submit", type in your name, and press the submit button. You will receive an email confirmation that your appeal has been received. 

Please feel free to contact our office if you have any questions about the assessment appeal process. We are here to serve you!

Sincerely,
Rebecca M. Tonigan, CIAO
Highway Commissioner Thomas J Podgorski
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  • Road district employees are set to conduct the annual township-wide brush pick-up the week of October 21. Please have your pile at curbside by 7 AM Monday.

  • The Road District's annual paper shred event is set for Saturday, October 26 from 8 AM - Noon. Staples do not need to be removed, however, binder and paper clips require removal.


  • Firewood Fridays start November 8 and run every other Friday from 7:30 AM until supplies run out. Bundles of wood will be loaded in your car every other Friday thru the month of March. Please use the same firewood tag as previous years.

Self-serve mulch is available near the gates on the outside of our mulch yard. This service is for Cuba Township residents only. Mulch is also available for delivery at a cost of $100.00   per truckload. Each truckload of mulch is approximately 8 cubic yards.The mulch is double-ground through our tub grinder and consists of both hardwood and softwood that is collected throughout the township and neighboring villages. The mulch is dark brown in color.

Deliveries are available on Fridays between 7 AM and 3 PM (same day delivery is typically not available). This service is only available to Cuba Township residents. We will not deliver outside of the township boundaries.​

Disclaimer: Mulch is provided in "as is" condition and neither the Cuba Township nor the Cuba Township Road District make any claims or representations as to the condition of the mulch or suitability of the mulch for use for any particular purpose. Users of the mulch assume all liability and waive any and all claims against the Township, the Road District, and their respective officers and employees arising from or related to use of the mulch.​​ 
October 28th - November 1st

Cuba Township is partnering with BACOG for their Annual Private Well Water Testing Event. Stop by to purchase a $15 test kit at Cuba Township Monday thru Friday 9 AM - 4 PM.

November 5th
Drop off water sample between 1-7PM at the Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garland Lane
Tuesday, October 22

Cuba Township Assessor's Property Assessment Seminar

Mark your calendar!

Tuesday, October 22
Langendorf Park
235 Lions Drive
John Sullivan - Room B
Barrington
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM


November 5
BACOG-Sponsored Prescription Drug Take Back

Drop your unwanted or unused prescription and over-the-counter drugs or pills at the Garlands of Barrington, 1000 Garland Lane in Barrington.

Injectable drugs and syringes are not accepted.

Time: 1 PM - 7 PM

A Lake County Sheriff's Office Deputy will be on hand to collect all drugs.

All drop-offs are anonymous.
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