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 |
Happy Fall Everyone,
We first would like to acknowledge the incredible damage levied by Hurricane Ian. I know many Cuba Township residents spend considerable time and treasure in southwest Florida and the videos emanating from down south are truly heartbreaking. Godspeed to those who are assisting with saving lives, restoring power, and the inevitable rebuilding process moving forward.
We were very fortunate to begin the autumn season with a glorious day for our annual Fall Festival. Several hundred were in attendance once again and it is always special to bring the community together for an afternoon to socialize, connect, sing, eat and enjoy the sunshine. Many thanks to our sponsors for supporting our face painting, petting zoo, balloon, and pumpkin patch stations. Pictures from the festival may be viewed here. We are already looking forward to next year’s event.
The Fall Festival is a good kickoff for our series of upcoming events. On October 22, we will be hosting another Shred Event at the Road District’s blue farmhouse. The Shred truck will be available from 8:30 am – 11:30 am that morning, but usually fills up quickly.
The Road District is also planning its annual brush pick up the week of October 24. Please have your stacked pile of brush placed by the street no later than 7:00 am on Monday, October 24, and please be patient as the Road District makes its way through the entire township.
A special thank you to the Barrington Area Library for their recent fundraising efforts supporting Cuba Cares and the food pantry. We are blessed to be the benefactor of meeting your Summer Reading Club benchmarks.
It is pumpkin season, and you may not know you could compost your pumpkins with Lakeshore Recycling Services (“LRS”). You may bring your pumpkins to the LRS location in Wauconda beginning November 1. Below are further details about pumpkin recycling, a breakfast with local elected officials, the Road District events mentioned above, and more.
Have a safe and Happy Halloween!
Thanks,
Chris
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LRS Update for Unincorporated Areas |
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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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 laundry detergent (30-37 fluid ounces), dishwashing soap, paper towels, toilet paper, canned salmon and tuna, coffee (including decaf), crackers, and other snack items.
Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) Launched Online Portal for Reduced Fare and Ride Free customers
RTA launched Fare Programs Online, 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. The portal can be accessed at Fares.RTAChicago.org. This marks the first time these services are available online. Mail-in and in-person services remain an option for those who cannot or prefer not to use the web portal.
Ride Lake County - PACE Service
Lake County's new countywide paratransit service, "Ride Lake County," launched earlier this year. 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 Kicks Off October 17! |
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, October 13, 2022
The Monthly Board Meeting is set for Thursday, October 13. 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
- Required ballot application available 90 days before Election Day
- Ballots are mailed 40 days before Election Day
- Available to any registered voter
- No need to qualify
- The voted ballot must be postmarked by Election Day
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:
10/24/22 - 10/30/22: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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
Any registered voter in Lake County may choose to vote early starting 15 days before the traditional Election Day. You also have the option of voting at the Lake County Clerk's Office, 18 N County Street in Waukegan, beginning September 29. 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 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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Annual Township-wide Brush Pick Up Set for Monday, October 24, 2022
The Annual Township Brush Pick Up is scheduled for the week of October 24th. Please have your neatly stacked pile of brush placed by the street no later than 7 am, Monday the 24th. No need to call. We will be going street by street throughout the entire township.
The guidelines are as follows: the diameter of branches needs to be less than 8”. The pile should be no wider than 10’ (looking at it from the street), 4’ high, and 5’ deep. No root balls or stumps. If the brush pile exceeds this guideline, a pink tag will be placed on the non-compliant branches! There will be no further brush pick-up for the remainder of the year.
Mulch
Contact Rebecca at the Road District to make arrangements for mulch delivery. Rebecca can be reached at 847-381-7793 or email rebecca@cubaroads.org. Each load is 6-8 yards. The mulch is a double ground mixture of hard and softwoods from removed Cuba Township trees.
The last delivery dates for the 2022 season are Friday, October 14th, 21st, and 28th. Call no later than October 26 for the final October 28th delivery.
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.
Paving projects including Heritage Oaks Subdivision, Roberts Lane, and Jenna Court, will be completed by the end of October.
Cuba Township Paper Shred Event Set for Saturday, October 22, 2022
8:30 - 11:30 AM at the Cuba Township Road District (Blue farmhouse)
- Place papers in paper bags.
- Please note: The event is limited to Cuba Township residents. When the Shred-It truck is full, the shred event will end. Try to arrive early!
"Light Up" Cuba Township
Days are getting shorter, and we want our residents safe when walking, running, and cycling. We recommend reflective gear and bike/running lights, so you will “light up” while enjoying the outdoors!
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.
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.
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.
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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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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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2022 State of Illinois Tax Rebates - Click Below |
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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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