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SPRING 2022
Township Supervisor RANDY FUNK
Happy Spring! Winter at the Algonquin Township was busy with the return of AARP Tax Preparation, hosting Covid vaccination clinics, and assisting with Emergency Rent and Utility programs. As the weather warms up, it is time for spring cleaning! Mark your calendars for the spring shredding event on Saturday, April 2 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. The First Specialized Recycling event will be April 30 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. See inside for complete details and dates. New projects for 2022 include a facelift for the Lake Avenue Cemetery in Crystal Lake, in coordination with the Historical Society. There are also projects planned to enhance and improve the Township community rooms. And back by popular demand, the Touch-a-Truck Event will be August 20 – save the date!
APRIL 2 & OCTOBER 1, 2022 9 A.M. – 11 A.M. Clear out your home office, and help feed families in need at the Township’s Shred Event & Food Drives in April and October. •
Paper documents accepted for destruction (Spiral bindings, metal strips and large clips must be removed.)
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Limit 2 grocery size bags or 2 banker sized boxes per vehicle (bags/boxes will be returned)
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Please remain in your vehicle. Staff members will remove items from your trunk.
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Please consider donating non-perishable food items for local food pantries at drop-off!
As a friendly reminder, the Township has two Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations in the parking lot for your use. Finally, I invite you to attend the Annual Town Meeting open to the public on Tuesday, April 12 at 7:00 p.m. in the basement of the township office. Please check our website at algonquintownship.com for all event details!
Township Board Meetings Township Board Meetings are open to the public and are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Township office (3702 US Hwy 14, Crystal Lake). The Annual Town Meeting is Tuesday, April 12 at 7:00 p.m.
The Township remembers resident Ray Parnell for the 10 years he directed the Duplicate Bridge Club at the Algonquin Township. Ray made the game a challenge for himself and his club members. He was a wonderful teacher and taught bridge classes to help others become bridge enthusiasts. Fellow bridge players are planting a tree in his memory this Spring at the Township.
RAY PARNELL
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Township Services
Activities
There are many services offered at the Township during normal business hours. For more information, call 847.639.2700 x7.
The Township continually offers a range of activities for residents. For more details and a schedule, go to algonquintownship.com.
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Notary Service
Bingo
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Water Test Kits
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Main Township Building – Free Community Room Rental – 2 rooms, tables & chairs available
1ST & 3RD MONDAY 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Come have a fun morning of socializing. Join us for coffee and donuts at 9am. Bingo starts at 10am.
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Building 6B – Free Community Room Rental (Call the Road District 847.639.2700 x6 to schedule.)
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Rules of the Road Books
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Free Coast2Coast Discount Prescription Card (Illinois Association of County Board Members)
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RTA (Regional Transportation Authority) Senior & Disabled Permit Application
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Tax Preparation – By appointment only, available beginning in January.
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Driver Safety Classes – Registration required. Route 14 Sign Advertising
Algonquin Township Assistance Programs Financial assistance is available for eligible residents. Contact the Township for details at 847.639.2700 x7. Emergency
Assistance:
For life threatening circumstances or to offset work-related expense to maintain employment General Assistance: For basic living maintenance needs on a monthly basis
Bridge TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 1:00 – 4:00 P.M. Fox Valley Bridge Group. Call 847.639.2700 x7 for information. FRIDAYS 9:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. Crystal Lake Duplicate Bridge Club is ACBL-sanctioned.
Simple Strength Class TUESDAYS 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. This FREE exercise class will use your own body strength to give you a full body workout.
Line Dancing TUESDAYS 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. BUILDING 6B Join the fun! Bring a partner or make a new friend for line dancing. All levels are welcome.
Personal Computer Class EVERY OTHER TUESDAY (1 HOUR, BETWEEN 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.) FREE, personalized, computer classes are available. Call 847.639.2700 x7 to schedule an appointment.
Striders, Walkers and Talkers (SWAT) WEDNESDAYS 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Would you enjoy meeting for some fresh air and conversation? Meet in the kitchen of the main building for coffee at 9am, then walk through the Hollows.
Chair Yoga THURSDAYS 10:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. This FREE class includes slow gentle movement, meditation, and conscious breathing practices in a chair, or standing using the chair for support.
Warriors in the Wild 1ST & 3RD WEDNESDAYS 7:00 P.M. This FREE yoga class is available to all levels. The class is held outdoors, weather-pending.
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Road District DANIJELA SANDBERG HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER The Algonquin Township Road District maintains Township roads and offers a variety of services. Go to algtwsp.com for details and schedules for the following services. You can also call 847.639.2700 x6 or find us on Facebook at “Algonquin Township Road District.”
Brush & Log Drop-off: March – October LAST 2 WEEKENDS OF THE MONTH FROM FRIDAY AT 3PM UNTIL MONDAY AT 6:30 A.M. Brush and log drop off is open for Township residents only. See the website for drop-off guidelines.
Brush Pick-Up: April – October Brush pick-up begins Monday, April 11th. Pick-up is available once per month for a 3-day period. Visit the Road District website at algtwsp.com to view the calendar and submit a pick-up request.
Year-Round Recycling The Township offers extensive recycling on site: cell phones, glasses, hearing aids, retired flags, broken down cardboard, paper, plastic, glass, tires (nominal fee), shoes, clothes, aluminum and metal cans.
Free Mulch & Sand Bags There is a large mulch pile available at the township for residents to pick-up for home use. The mulch pile is accessible every day. Sand bags & sand are also available.
Assessor’s Corner RICHARD S. ALEXANDER, CIAO
We are coming to the end of the tax cycle for 2021. If you filed an appeal on your 2021 assessment, the McHenry County Board of Review anticipates a Final Decision Notice to be mailed beginning of March 2022. Once final changes are made to the 2021 tax assessments, the McHenry County Clerk generates the tax rates based on the taxing bodies levies. Then McHenry County Treasurer mails the 2021 tax bills in early May 2022. Please make sure you check your tax bill for your eligibility for exemptions. Exemptions equal tax savings!
Specialized Recycling: April – October 4/30, 5/21, 6/25, 7/30, 8/27, 9/24, AND 10/29 *NEW HOURS* 9:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. Items accepted include paint (fee), one TV or computer monitor per township household, small appliances, and oil.
Touch-a-Truck Event SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2022 Save the date for this fun family event. The first hour will be sensory friendly. Make sure you follow the Algonquin Township Road District Facebook page for details this summer! Completed Road Projects: South Rawson Bridge Road Project (October 2021) Upcoming Road Projects: Newbold Road & Oak Crest Road Project (Summer 2022), Neighborhood Partial Road Resurfacing (Summer 2022) & Road Striping (Fall 2022)
Township Shuttle Service The Algonquin Township provides rides within the Township to those in need. The cost is $2 oneway or $4 round-trip. The bus has room for up to 2 wheelchairs. For details or to request service, call 847.639.2700 x6.
ASSESSOR TIPS: • Do you have multiple parcels? The combining of parcels eliminates the need to generate multiple assessment notices and tax bills. It is free to combine parcels, while reducing the cost of government service. • During appeal season (Fall) property owners do not need to hire an attorney or tax consultant to file an appeal. The Algonquin Township Assessor’s office will guide you through the process. If you have any questions, please call, 847.639.2700 X5, or email your questions to assessor@atasr.org. • Algonquin Township is here to help with property tax exemptions for Senior Citizens, Veterans and Disabled homeowners. We are available Monday – Friday 8 AM – 4 PM and no appointment needed. Go to algonquintownship.com and visit the Assessor page to find valuable information and links to additional resources.
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Algonquin Township 3702 U.S. Highway 14 Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014
Algonquin Township Office Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm Phone:
847.639.2700
Fax:
847.639.4529
Highway Commissioner, Danijela Sandberg dsandberg@algtwsp.com 847.639.2700 x6
Website: www.algonquintownship.com
Township Clerk, Maureen Huff
Supervisor, Randy Funk
mhuff@algonquintownship.com
rfunk@algonquintownship.com
847.639.2700 x8
847.639.2700 x7
Township Trustees
Assessor, Richard Alexander, CIAO
Teresa Sharpe Decker
Millie Medendorp
rsalexander@atasr.org
Theresa Fronczak
Edward J. Zimel Jr.
847.639.2700 x5
Stay in the Know: Go to the algonquintownship.com homepage to sign up for email reminders about upcoming events.
Calendar of Events March 18
Brush & Log Drop-off Begins (See website for times & details)
April 2
Shred Event & Food Drive 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
April 12
Annual Town Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
April 13
Monthly Township Board Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
April 30
Specialized Recycling * FIRST OPPORTUNITY FOR 2022 *
August 20
*Save the Date* Touch-a-Truck Event
Go to the Algonquin Township website for recurring events at the Township, including classes and services.
Touch-a-Truck Summer Event