Kathleen M. O'Connor
Supervisor
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RTA’s Mobility Management Resource Day
October 16 at Libertyville Township
An RTA rep will be at the Township Food Pantry next week from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Accessible Metra, Pace and CTA buses and trains are easy to use and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) would love to show you how! It is important that older adults and people with disabilities stay informed about accessible public transportation options to get to appointments, maintain social connections, and enjoy independent travel!
Topics Covered:
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Local Public Transportation Options
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Accessibility features on CTA, Pace, and Metra
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Planning an Accessible Trip
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Ventra Cards
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RTA’s Reduced Fare and Ride Free Programs
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Travel Safety Tips
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RTA’s Free Travel Training Program
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Q&A sessions with an RTA Representative
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Onsite assistance with Reduced Fare Cards Available
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Township Food Pantry News
Would you like to give back to your community? We are looking for a few good volunteers for the food pantry! Volunteers pack orders on Tuesdays. Two shifts are available.
Call Liz at 847-816-5989 for more information.
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November 6, 2018 Election News
Early Voting
In-person early voting for the Nov. 6 Election is now available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays through Oct. 19 at the Lake County Clerk’s Office, 18 N. County St., Waukegan. Beginning Oct. 22, early voting will be available at 16 early voting sites throughout the county. Use any early voting site regardless of where you live.
Find an early voting site near you
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Vote by Mail
Registered voters wishing to vote by mail must submit a completed electronic application or paper application to the Clerk’s office by noon Nov. 1. Voted ballots must be returned to the Clerk’s office bearing a postmark no later than midnight on Election Day.
Complete your vote by mail application
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More Information
Visit
LakeCountyClerk.info
and click on the “November 2018 Election” icon to find voter registration information, preview your ballot, and details on how to vote by mail, early, or on Election Day.
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Libertyville Metra Station Renovation Project
The contractor has informed the Village that the installation of the construction fencing around the perimeter of the Metra Station work site will begin Thursday, October 4
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. This will restrict access to the building to authorized individuals only. This fence will surround the area in the shaded region of the diagram below. All Metra ticketing and other Metra related matters will move to the temporary ticket trailer just east of the building, also shown in the diagram below.
The twenty (20) permit parking spaces that will be displaced due to the station renovation will be moved to north end of the American Legion Lot and will be open for use starting Thursday, October 4
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. The permit parking spaces relocated to the American Legion Lot will have signs posted designating these spots as commuter permit parking Monday to Friday 5:00 am – 5:00 pm.
If you would like more information or if any questions arise, please call the Public Works Administrative office at 847-918-2100.
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Cook Memorial Public Library District’s Touch the Trucks Day
10 a.m. - noon • Saturday, October 20 • Church Street next to Cook Park Library
413 North Milwaukee Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048
Our 17th anniversary! Church Street will be closed so you and your young ones can explore community service vehicles and meet their friendly drivers. Climb aboard a fire truck, a high-reaching cherry picker, the library’s own Bookmobile, and more.
By popular demand, we're repeating "QUIET Touch the Trucks."
For the first hour, 10-11 a.m., there will be no sirens, horns, bells, whistles, or buzzers. Those who are bothered by loud noises can enjoy this annual event in peace. Also plan to visit Pumpkin Fest in Cook Park, sponsored by the Junior Woman’s Club of Libertyville and our local Rotary Clubs. Drop in,
rain or shine
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Fact Sheet:
Touch the Trucks Day – 17
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Anniversary!
- Saturday, October 20, Cook Library’s Touch the Trucks Day will close Church Street between Brainerd and Milwaukee Avenues next to the Cook Park Library
- 2018 will be the seventeenth year that Cook Library brought Touch the Trucks Day to Libertyville
- 2018 will feature over 25 personnel and vehicles from area businesses and community organizations
- Civic Organizations and Community Helpers: Libertyville Police, Fire and Public Works Departments, Cook Memorial Public Library District Bookmobile, Lake County Sheriff’s Department, Advocate Condell Medical Center, AMG Family Doctors, Attar Dental
- Businesses: Jerry’s Automotive Repair, Groot Industries Garbage Disposal, Care of Trees, Aldridge Electric, Com-Ed, Shur-Way Van Lines, Sunset Foods
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Celebrate Fall at a Festival in Lake County
One of the best things about saying farewell to summer is looking forward to a fall festival in Lake County! Enjoy autumn’s glows firsthand while heading to an Oktoberfest, get spooked, pick out pumpkins or get lost in a maze of maize. View
Visit Lake County’s guide to the county’s fall festivals
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The Community Emergency Response Team
CERT- program educates people about disaster preparedness for emergencies that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills. These groups can provide immediate assistance to victims in their area and assist professional responders with prioritization and allocation of resources following a disaster. Training will take place at Mundelein Fire Station #1 at 1000 N Midlothian. Dates and times for training are Friday November 2 6:00-10:00 pm, Saturday November 3 8:00-4:00 pm, and Sunday November 4 8:00-4:00 pm.
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T
he Congressional App Challenge
The challenge is a national contest that encourages middle and high school students to learn science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills by coding their own app for any digital device.
The Challenge is open to all middle and high school students who live or attend school in the Tenth District, regardless of skill level. Students can choose to participate individually or as part of a team of up to 4 students, as long as two of the team members meet eligibility requirements.
To enter, participants must upload a video showcasing their app and an explanation of what they learned throughout the app-making process.
App submissions will be accepted through Noon EST, Monday, October 15, 2018.
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October Township Board Meeting
will be held on the 11th at 7 p.m.
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Find everything you need to vote!
Make sure you are registered, your information is accurate,and where to vote. You can even sign up for a reminder to vote
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From your Mailbox to the Ballot Box
Beginning August 8, Lake County residents correctly registered with their current name and address can complete the required application to request a ballot by mail for the November 6, 2018 election.
Electronic and paper application forms are available by
Although any registered voter can vote by mail, this is an ideal voting option for snowbirds, students away at school, and those who will be traveling on Election Day as your ballot can be mailed anywhere.
According to Illinois state statute, ballots cannot be mailed to voters until late September.
The Clerk's office must receive your completed application by noon on Thursday, November 1. Voted ballots being returned by mail must be postmarked by midnight on Election Day.
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Ride Lake County Central
This curb-to-curb Pace bus service travels East in Lake County – any destinations located in Libertyville, Fremont Shields Townships, Village of Libertyville, Village of Mundelein, , Vernon Hills Shopping Center, Metra Station (Lake Forest), Lake County Health Dept., Walmart Fountain Square, Grayslake Medical Offices, Doctors on Winchester Road, College of Lake County, Greenleaf Medical Offices. Call Pace at 1-800-201-6446 to register and schedule your rides.
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RTA Reduced Fare Pass Applications
New Applicants--
Seniors 65 and over may apply for the RTA Pass at Libertyville Township. Taking the train downtown? This will save you money and it is free. It takes 3 to 4 weeks to receive the pass in the mail. Bring in a 2x2 inch photo and your Illinois driver's license.
The RTA Reduced Fare Permit allows older adults, age 65 and older, and qualified people with disabilities and Medicare recipients to ride all RTA fixed-route services (regularly scheduled CTA, Metra and Pace buses or trains in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will Counties) at a reduced fare.
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Who are my legislators? To contact your legislator, click on the names below.
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Township Officials
Supervisor
Clerk
Highway Commissioner
Assessor
Carol A. August, Trustee
Matthew Kovatch, Trustee
David Nield, Trustee
Terry A. White, Trustee
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Township Contact Information
Office of the Supervisor
359 Merrill Court, Libertyville, IL 60048
Phone: 847.816.6800
Fax: 847.816.0861
Office of the Highway Commissioner
343 Merrill Court
Phone: 847.362.3350
Office of the Assessor
Phone: 847.362.5900
Fax: 847.816.4789
Office of the Clerk:
Phone:847.816.6872
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