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Serving Our Community
Road District: 847-381-7793
Township Office: 847-381-1924
Assessor's Office: 847-381-1120
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Supervisor Christopher Karam | |
We were deeply saddened and heartbroken to hear about Marin Lacson’s passing. Marin was part of the Cuba Township “extended family” where her mom, Bridget, was our Food Pantry Coordinator for nearly three years. We were blessed to meet Marin as a food pantry volunteer and we ask the community to join us in keeping Bridget, her husband Mike, and her son, Nick in our prayers.
The recent winter storms didn’t stand a chance against our reliable Cuba Township Road District team. The Cuba-managed roads were as safe and easy to travel as possible despite the subzero temperatures. We are grateful to TJ Podgorski and his entire team, especially when they work around the clock so we can get around safely.
We are entering our budget and financial planning preparation for our next fiscal year which begins on March 1, 2024. We set separate budgets for our General Township as well as our Road District and will complete the process over the next two Board meetings. We are not anticipating significant budget deviations year over year, but we will be highlighting our key budgetary commitments throughout the year to keep you informed.
We work daily to provide you with quality services while holding the line on taxes. Your opinions matter to us. Please take a moment to fill out the surveys [links are below], and let us know your level of satisfaction, and how we can improve. This will provide us with good feedback as we prepare future budgets.
General Town Survey
Road District Survey
February is Black History Month. I always enjoy studying impactful people and this month I took the opportunity to learn more about Ida B. Wells. Ms. Wells was a gutsy and savvy journalist who used the power of her pen to inform the public about the real progress African Americans were making after the Civil War. She was born into slavery in Mississippi and settled in Chicago late in the nineteenth century. A good video may be viewed on the WTTW YouTube page here.
Cuba Township is pleased to announce the 2024 Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship Application. Each year, since 1989, the Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship Fund awarded funds to graduating high school seniors to continue their education at Illinois colleges/universities. You may download an application here, or pick up an application at your high school or our office. Applicants are required to interview a township elected official and you may find a list of our officials and their email addresses here. Applications must be completed and postmarked no later than March 1, 2024, to:
Township Officials of Illinois
ATTN: Scholarship Committee
3217 Northfield Drive
Springfield, IL 62702
Lastly, our popular Paper Shred and Electronics Shred Event is set for April 13, 2024, from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM, with Paper Tiger. Please look for another communication on this and plan to arrive earlier than later before full capacity is met. See you then.
Sincerely,
Chris Karam
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Cuba Township is closed on the following dates:
- Presidents' Day, Monday, February 19, 2024
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 2-3 weeks for expedited processing and 6-8 weeks for standard processing. Expedited processing is an additional $60 per passport. Passport appointments are required - call 847-381-1924 to schedule an appointment. To check the status of your passport, click here.
Visit Travel.state.gov's renewal page if you want to renew an adult passport.
Food Pantry
The Tuesday food pantry continues weekly, by appointment only, from 10 AM to 1 PM. If you need food assistance, please email info@cubatwpil.gov or call 847-381-1924.
Below is a list of needed items:
- Toilet Paper and Paper Towels
- Canned chicken, salmon, spam, and tuna
- Canned meals including chili (mild), stew, and pork & beans
- Pasta and jars of meat sauce
- Peanut butter
- Soups including vegetable, chicken noodle, and any chunky soups
- Strawberry or cherry jam
- Tomatoes - whole, crushed, stewed, or paste
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.
Barrington PACE Service
The Pace program is subsidized by Cuba and Barrington Townships, as well as the Villages of Barrington, Lake Barrington, North Barrington, South Barrington, and Tower Lakes.
The service is available to seniors and disabled persons, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM. The fares are $2.00 each way. Advanced reservations are required and may be made by calling 1-800-451-4599, Monday - Friday, from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
For questions and concerns, call Pace customer service at 800-606-1282, option 2.
Ride Lake County - PACE Service
Seniors aged 60+ and people with disabilities interested in using Ride Lake County 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 & Nicor Sharing Applications Available
Appointments Required
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Applications for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and Nicor Sharing 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 days prior to the date of application.
- Most recent, original utility bills - must be in the name of the applicant.
- Proof of Social Security numbers for all household members.
- Applicant Identification (Driver's License or State ID).
- Renters must provide a copy of their lease.
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Monthly Meeting Set for Thursday, February 8, 2024
The next Cuba Township monthly meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 8, at 6:00 PM. View the Agenda.
Cuba Township Final Bills Meeting set for Thursday, February 29, 2024
Cuba Township Final Bills Meeting set for Thursday, February 29, 2024, beginning at 6:00 PM at the Cuba Township Office located at 28000 W Cuba Road in Barrington. Members of the public are welcome. Click here for Agenda.
Lake County Primary Election Set for March 19, 2024
If you need to register, here are your options:
Register online until March 3, 2024, at the State Board of Elections’ Illinois Online Voter Registration Application Website. Proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or State Identification Card.
Register in person with a Cuba Township deputy registrar until February 20, 2024. Please call 847-381-1924 to schedule an appointment.
Register at any Illinois Secretary of State Driver’s Service Facility, when you are there for other services, until March 3, 2024.
Grace Period Registration Options:
- At the Lake County Clerk’s Office in Waukegan from February 8 to March 1, 2024.
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At Early Voting locations beginning March 4 to March 16. In Cuba Township, the Lake Barrington Village Hall, 23860 N Barrington Rd, in Lake Barrington, serves as an early voting location during the following dates and times: Monday through Friday 9 AM - 5 PM and Saturday, 9 AM - 2 PM. For other early voting locations, click here.
- On Election Day, you may register at your assigned neighborhood voting site serving your address or the Lake County Main Courthouse Lobby. You must vote at the time of registration.
Registration requirements:
You must:
- be a U.S. citizen,
- be a resident of your precinct for 30 days before Election Day,
- be 18 years old on or before Nov 5, 2024, AND
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provide two forms of valid identification. Both pieces of identification must show your current name, and one must show your current Lake County physical street address.
Check your registration status
You may also print your personalized Certificate of Registration card from this site.
For additional election information, please visit LakeCountyClerk.Info. You may also visit LakeVoterPower.Info for personalized voter information.
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 Neighbors,
Happy Birthday to Residents Turning 65 in 2024!
If you or your spouse turn 65 at any time in 2024, you are eligible for the Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption. The exemption decreases the taxable assessed value by $8,000. Like all exemptions, the property must be your primary residence. There is no income requirement and no annual renewal.
Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption (SCAFHE)
Homeowners 65 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).
Filing for exemptions is quick and easy through Lake County's Smartfile E-Filing Portal. If you cannot file online, contact our office at info@cubaassessoril.gov or 847-381-1120 to schedule an appointment.
If you purchased your home last year, remember to file for your 2024 exemptions beginning this month! If you need assistance, schedule an appointment by calling 847-381-1120. Below is a list of the most common exemptions. Visit our Tax Relief page for more information.
General Homestead Exemption (GHE)
If you purchased a residence in Cuba Township in 2023 and it is your primary residence, you may be eligible for the General Homestead Exemption (GHE). The GHE for 2024 is $8,000.
Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities (HEPD)
This exemption may be claimed in addition to the General Homestead Exemption and the Senior Homestead Exemption, if applicable. Applicants must be disabled under the Federal Social Security Act and supply evidence of disability, in addition to completing the PTAX-343 Application for Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities and PTAX-343-A Physician's Statement.
Standard Homestead Exemption for Veterans with Disabilities
You may claim this exemption in addition to the General Homestead Exemption and the Senior Homestead Exemption. Disabled veterans qualify if they have at least 30% and up to 100% service-connected disability. Evidence of disability is required along with the completed PTAX-342 Application for Homestead Exemption and PTAX-342-A Annual Verification of Eligibility.
Again, filing for exemptions is quick and easy through Lake County's Smartfile E-Filing Portal. If you cannot file online, contact our office at info@cubaassessoril.gov or 847-381-1120 to schedule an appointment.
We are here to serve you!
Nicole E. Knapik, CIAO
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Highway Commissioner Thomas J Podgorski | |
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For the latest updates on roads, please follow us on Facebook!
Firewood Fridays
January dates are Friday, February 2, and February 16. 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. If you are not registered, contact Sue at 847-381-7793 and register your name and address.
Snow Plow Action Items & Safety Protocols
- Remove cars from the street and cul-de-sacs during a snow event
- If it snows on garbage day, DO NOT put the totes in the street - leave them at the end of the driveway.
- Don't crowd the plow
- Stay at least four car lengths back from a snowplow, and never pass a plow
- Drive slower, brake sooner
- Stay off electronic devices
- Stay off the roads during severe snow events, if possible
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.
Cuba Township Paper/Electronics Shred Event Set for Saturday, April 13, 2024, 8:30 - 11:30 AM Cuba Township Road District (blue farmhouse)
- Place papers in paper bags or paper boxes - no clips, binders, batteries, or plastic bags.
- Bound paper material must be taken apart to a size no greater than 2".
- Paper shredding will be done on-site.
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Electronic shredding will be done at an offsite location. No refrigerators, blenders, hair dryers accepted. Click here for a list of accepted items.
- Please note: The event is limited to Cuba Township residents. When the Paper and Electronic Tiger trucks are full, the shred event will end. Try to arrive early!
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.
Instruction for Trees or Limbs Touching Utility Lines or power outages
If you have issues with trees or limbs touching utility lines, you must contact the utility company directly. The Township cannot trim trees or limbs within 10 feet of utility lines.
If trees are blocking the road, dial 911.
Need to report a pothole?
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Lake County roads - (847) 377-7400 or visit LCDOT site.
- Unincorporated Cuba Township Roads - 847-381-7793
The Road District does not offer recycling. Visit LRS Recycling, Wauconda Recycling, or Solid Waste Agency of Lake County.
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Join us - Eliminate Textile and Shoe Landfill Waste | |
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Clothing and Textile and Reuse-A-Shoe Drop-Off Location – SWALCO Partnership
Did you know clothing is now the fastest growing waste in the US waste stream today? Join us in dropping off used clothing, linens, and shoes at the Cuba Township Textile, and Reuse-A-Shoe drop-off locations 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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Secretary of State Implements Skip-the-Line Program
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In an effort to improve customer service and eliminate the unpredictability of wait times at Illinois DMVs, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias implemented a Skip-the-Line program.
- Required appointments will reduce wait times.
- Extended hours offer more availability.
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ILSOS.gov offers a variety of services that do not require an in-person visit to a facility or office.
The Skip-the-Line Program includes:
Appointment scheduling — Customers will be required to make appointments for in-person visits at 44 of the busiest DMVs. All Chicago and suburban locations and select central and downstate DMVs will require an appointment for REAL IDs, driver’s licenses and ID card services, and in-car driving tests.
Vehicle-related services – such as titles, registrations or license plate renewals – do not require an appointment.
Please visit ilsos.gov or call (844) 817-4649 to schedule an appointment.
New extended hours of operation — Every DMV will extend hours of operation beginning September 1. Select facilities will be open six days a week – Monday through Saturday.
All DMVs will have hours of operation from Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
16 DMVs will be open on Saturday, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
(Please visit ilsos.gov for location information.)
Simplified online services — Customers are encouraged to visit ilsos.gov to take advantage of many online services, including renewals of driver’s licenses, ID cards and plate stickers.
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Homebound and need a State ID? | |
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The Homebound State ID program is a service program for older adults, bedridden individuals and people with disabilities who are unable to leave their homes to obtain a state ID card from a Secretary of State facility. The card may be used for identification purposes in the same way as a standard driver’s license is used for identification.
Certain documents are required to obtain the card. Once an applicant submits the information via our web form below, we will determine eligibility and the documents required to complete the transaction. For assistance to help determine if you or your loved one qualifies for this service, call 312-814-3121.
Quick Links
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Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County | |
The Veterans Assistance Commission (VAC) promotes the welfare of honorably discharged veterans of military service and their families. The VAC acts as a central service office for all veteran organizations and has general oversight of the distribution of emergency assistance to military veterans and their families.
Types of Assistance
- Assistance with rental and mortgage payments.
- Utility payment assistance.
- Emergency medical care is provided to any member of the Veteran’s
- immediate family who qualifies. Medical care includes hospital payments,
- outpatient care provided by Lake County clinics, and emergency dental, and vision
- care.
- Job service assistance.
- Food, clothing, and other supplies at Midwest Veterans Closet.
- Proper burial for indigent veterans.
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NAMI Barrington Area Educational Programs | |
Below are just a couple of NAMI Barrington's resources. Please visit NAMI Barrington to see a complete menu of resources.
NAMI Basics
NAMI Basics is a class for parents and other family caregivers of children and adolescents who have either been diagnosed with a mental health condition or who are experiencing symptoms but have not yet been diagnosed. Learn More
For more info: please call 847-496-1415 or email info@namiba.org.
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Lake County Mobile Response Team | |
Are you or someone you know experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis? Lake County has a Mobile Response Team to help! Call (847) 377-8088. Please help spread the word.
The Mobile Response Program supports people wherever and whenever they need it. A trained Mobile Response Team consisting of a Mental Health Clinician and an Engagement Specialist will be dispatched to individuals experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis.
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How to Dispose of Batteries - Home Depot |
Home Depot offers recycling of batteries at their Call2Recylce site located at the Home Depot, 670 S Rand Rd in Lake Zurich.
Click here for a review of how to dispose of batteries and how to recycle batteries. It includes information on single-use batteries and rechargeable batteries.
Not all batteries are accepted at Home Depot. Please click here and confirm your batteries will be accepted.
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Cork Recycling Now Available |
Cork recycling is now available at the following location:
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REAL ID goes into effect on May 7, 2025 | |
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For Illinois residents who fly domestically, the federal government extended the deadline to May 7, 2025, 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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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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Community Partner Information | |
County Board Commissioners
Illinois State Legislators
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