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News You Can Use
Diana O'Kelly, Township Supervisor
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Forest Preserve Cancels Civil War Days
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2019 Civil War Days Is Canceled Due To Safety Concerns
June 24, 2019 09:11 AM
Due to safety concerns, we are canceling the Civil War Days event scheduled for July 13 and 14, 2019.
"After consulting with local and state law enforcement agencies, we made the decision to cancel the event due to public safety concerns. Our number one concern is the safety of participating Lake County residents and visitors, reenactors and vendors, as well as our staff and volunteers operating the event. They are our top priority," said Ty Kovach, Lake County Forest Preserves Executive Director.
“During the past week, there have been many responses to information stemming from a June 11 Forest Preserves board meeting where Civil War Days was discussed. Some of these responses were very concerning,” said John Tannahill, Director of Public Safety for the Lake County Forest Preserves. “We consulted with local and state law enforcement agencies that specialize in events like this about the responses. Based on their advice, and in an effort to keep everyone safe, canceling is the best decision.”
An educational event, Civil War Days has taken place at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda for the past 27 years. "The tension around the event this year has changed the tone. We are not going to take a risk. It’s our job to protect preserve visitors, and our employees and volunteers," Tannahill said.
“Vigorous conversations have taken place in the past week at the national, state and local levels, regarding the Civil War Days event. Some of these conversations have led to security concerns. Security concerns must always be taken seriously, making a cancelation of this year’s event the prudent decision,” said Lake County Forest Preserves President Angelo Kyle.
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Lake County Board to Discuss
Open Burning In Unincorporated Lake County
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The Lake County Board's Energy and Environment Committee will be discussing open burning in the unincorporated Lake County on June 26 at 11 am on the
2nd Floor, Main Conference Room - Central Permit Facility, 500 W Winchester Road, Libertyville.
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Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group at Fremont Library
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Offered through the Alzheimer's Association of Illinois, this support group creates a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships. The group's goal is to educate and inform participants about dementia and help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems.
This Caregiver support group meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. There is no December meeting.
More information
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Recently, the Wauconda Police department has taken several reports involving fraud. The method by which the fraud is committed varies and the offenders do not appear to be the same. Do not turn over your personal identifiers, money and/or bank information to anyone that seems suspicious. Government agencies and/or utility companies will never ask for payment via gift cards. They will also never ask you to provide them with details of your personal information via email, website, etc. Also, be wary of people asking to access your computer remotely.
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Dog Rescues in Need of Items
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As you know, we accept bedding and towels for our local dog rescues They are now in need of leashes, harnesses, collars and toys. If you have any you are not using, we will gladly accept them at Fremont Township. Just put them in the bin on our front porch.
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Countryside Fire Warns of Exhaust Fan Fires
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Countryside Fire responded to a fire related to a bathroom exhaust fan. They are reminding us that bathroom exhaust fans build up lint and are a FIRE HAZARD! Over time the lint can cause the motor to overheat and ignite the lint, plastic fan blades and nearby combustible wood. Clean your bathroom exhaust fans regularly.
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Stiffer Penalties for Texting Behind the Wheel
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Illinois drivers this summer will face more serious penalties for texting behind the wheel.
House Bill 4846
, which takes effect July 1, will count first-time incidences of driving while operating a handheld mobile device as a “moving violation.” Under state law, moving violations appear on motorists’ driving record, and drivers who receive three moving violations in a year see their driver’s license suspended.
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State Legislature Increases Gas Tax
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Illinois’ state gas tax will increase to 38 cents a gallon from 19 a gallon effective July 1.
The state motor fuel tax will also be tied to inflation, meaning it will automatically rise in future years without lawmaker approval.
In addition,
Lake County will now have authority to implement a gas tax up to 8 cents a gallon.
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Are You Prepared for an Emergency?
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Sign up for this free 90 minute session to learn about disasters that are likely to happen with Lake County and the impact they can create. Are you prepared?
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The potential effect that disasters can have on transportation, electrical service, telephone communication, availability of resources, (such as food, water, shelter, and fuel,) and emergency services will also be discussed. Everyone in the community has a role in disaster preparedness and response. Find out how you can prepare in advance to improve the quality of your survival and reduce the damage from hazards. We will also talk about what you can do until help arrives and how to recognize and treat life-threatening conditions.
July 9th 2019 at the Fremont Township Administration Center 22385 W. Illinois Route 60 Mundelein, Illinois 60060 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
Interested in Attending?
If you would like to register for this 90-minute session or have any questions, please email us at: [email protected]
Or call Fremont Township at 847.223.2847
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Sign Up For Our Newsletter
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If you know of residents or neighbors who may not receive our e-newsletter, please forward this to them and invite them to sign up.
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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Transportation Options in Fremont Township
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Eligible residents of Fremont Township have access to two Pace Dial a Ride services.
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Donate Diapers to Fremont Township
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We accept diaper donations for children and adults. If you have diapers you are no longer in need of, please consider donating them to Fremont Township.
We do accept open bags.
If you are aware of Fremont Township residents in need of diapers,( children or adult) please have them contact our office at 847 223-2847.
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Electronic Recycling Opportunities
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Prairieland Disposal and Recycling
21N988 Pepper Road, Lake Barrington, IL
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am to NOON
Closed on Legal Holidays
No cost for Lake County residents
Businesses are prohibited
LIMIT OF TEN ITEMS PER VISIT INCLUDING ONE TV
(excluding misc. cords and cables)
Grayslake: Public Works Facility
585 Berry Avenue, Grayslake, IL
Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Saturday 8:00 am to NOON
Excluding Holidays
Also Accepting:
Clothing & Textiles, Shoes,
Mixed Paper, Cardboard,
Plastic Containers, Glass Bottles & Jars,
Steel Cans,
Food Scraps
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Grant Township: Road District Facility
26535 Molidor Road, Ingleside, IL
Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
Excluding Holidays
No cost to Lake County residents
Business are prohibited
LIMIT OF TEN ITEMS PER VISIT
(excluding misc. cords and cables)
Highland Park: Recycling Center
1180 Half Day Road, Highland Park, IL
Every Tuesday 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
1st Saturday of the month 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
Excluding Holidays
Also Accepting:
Clothing and Textiles, Shoes,
Polystyrene Foam: Cup, Containers &
Packaging, Fluorescent Light Bulbs
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Recycle Bedding, Shoes, Eye Glasses, Hearing Aids, Flags Textiles and Yarn at Fremont Township
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We accept eyeglasses, hearing aids and yarn
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No Pillows!!!!!!
If you have used towels, sheets or blankets that need to be recycled, bring them to Fremont Township to be donated to local Animal Shelters and Rescues.
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Bring your American Flag to Fremont Township to ensure it is disposed of properly.
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Did you know 85 percent of clothing ends up in the landfill? Bring your new, gently used, and used clothing to be reused or recycled.
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Fremont Township Representatives
Supervisor
Highway Commissioner
Assessor
Clerk
Trustees
Next Board Meeting-
Monday, July 8 at 6:30 pm
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