Handicapped parking placard applications are available at the Township office.  Once approved by a physician, the Township can provide a temporary parking card for up to 90 days.  If a permanent card is required, obtain a temporary from the Township, then mail the application to the Secretary of State’s office for a permanent card.

 

R.T.A. applications for passes for senior citizens and the disabled are available at the Township office.  Proof of age is required- a driver’s license or state identification card is acceptable.  The pass is good for half fare on trains and buses in the Metra system.

 

The Township will take the required photo, complete the application and mail it to the R.T.A.  The R.T.A. will complete the application, then mail the pass to you.  There is no charge for this service.

 

Half fare taxi program is available for Township residents who are 65 years of age or older.  The Township will subsidize half of your taxi fare up to $6.00.  Please stop in the office to sign up for this program.  Proof of age is required.

 

Notary public services are offered at no charge.

 

The Cuba Township food pantry is available to any Township resident indicating a need.  Please call the office for more information.  Donations are always welcome.

 

KidCare is a State of Illinois sponsored health insurance program for children and pregnant women not covered by other insurance and who meet the qualifying income guidelines.  Please call the Township office for more information or to schedule an appointment for application.

 

The General Assistance and Emergency Assistance programs offer limited financial assistance to Township residents.  Income guidelines determine eligibility.  Additionally, limited financial assistance is available through the Salvation Army.  Please contact the Township office for more information.

 

LIHEAP (low income home energy assistance program) and SHARING applications are available at the Township office.  These programs offer limited financial assistance, based on income, for heating and electric bills.  Funding for these programs begins in late October/early November and continues through the heating season.  Please contact the Township office for more information.

 

Township vehicle stickers are available at no charge for residents living in unincorporated areas of the Township.  There is no charge for the stickers and they are not required- they are offered as a courtesy.

 

A drop-off box for used eyeglasses is at the Township office.  Eyeglasses

are collected by the local Lions Club and given to health care professionals for distribution to the needy.

 

Warning sirens are located throughout the Township to warn residents of dangerous weather conditions.  These sirens are intended to be heard outside to warn residents to take cover.

 

Mosquito abatement services are provided by the Township through a contract with Clarke Mosquito.

 

White Memorial Cemetery is owned and operated by Cuba Township.  A limited number of grave sites are still available.  Please call the Township office for more information.

 

Voter registration is available at the Township office.  For more information on voter registration, please refer to the Clerk’s column on the back cover of this newsletter. 

 

Absentee voting is available at the Township office approximately two weeks prior to any election.  You must be Cuba Township resident to vote absentee at the office.  The next election is April 5, 2005.

 

The Cuba Cares Fund is a 501 (c) (3) charitable fund formed in 2003.  Monies donated to this fund are administered by the Supervisor and General Assistance Coordinators to assist Township residents in need of assistance, but who do not qualify for other resources.  After determination of need, disbursements can be made to a vendor to assist an individual or family in maintaining self-sufficiency.  Disbursements are available to any individual or family only every 12 months.  To make a donation or to inquire about assistance, please call the Township office.  Information regarding disbursements is kept confidential.

 

Passport processing services are available at the Township office by appointment.  We can accept your completed application for a new passport or renewal.  Please call the township office for more information or to make an appointment.  Information can also be obtained at www.travel.state.gov.

 

Retired flags can be dropped off at the Township office.  The VFW Post #7706 and the  American Legion Post #159 will collect these flags and dispose of them at periodic flag burning ceremonies conducted by the American Legion and VFW.

 

For services provided by the Cuba Township Road district, please refer to their website at WWW.CUBAROADS.COM.  The phone number for the Road District is (847) 381-7793

 

The Assessor’s office offers information on Cuba Township properties through the Township website at WWW.CUBATOWNSHIP.COM.  Click on “Assessor” to find this information.  The Assessor’s phone number is (847) 381-1120.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please keep this convenient list of Cuba Township services.  Questions regarding any of these services can be

 answered by the township office at (847) 381-1924.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 am—3:30 pm.