Elgin Township News Flash
Hey, Elgin Township Seniors! Have you heard the good news?
With the all-new Elgin Township Senior Access Pass, Senior Services Associates memberships and in-person/Zoom events and activities are now at no cost to you!
Stop by your Elgin Township Office at 729 S. McLean Boulevard in Elgin to get your SENIOR ACCESS PASS.
We are open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
If you are unable to stop by, just call the office for another way to get your SENIOR ACCESS PASS.
Questions? Call 847-741-2045 or contact us via elgintownship.com
2/28/21
ELGN TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE ON SENIORS
FUNDING SENIOR CITIZEN PROGRAMS IN ELGIN TOWNSHIP, IL
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Elgin Township, IL — Elgin Township’s Committee on Seniors announces Request For Proposals (RFP) to fund programs for Seniors residing in Elgin Township.
The request for funding is restricted to supporting the following services within the five (5) broad categories:
(1) Transportation; (2) Wellness; (3) Age in Place; (4) Legal and Financial Management; and (5) Socialization. A Nonprofit 501(c)3 Agency can apply for more than one category but must submit a separate proposal for each category. Proposals are due no later than close of business on May 14, 2021.
“I am proud of the due diligence and hard work the members of the Committee on Seniors provided when deciding how to best utilize tax dollars secured through the 2017 Elgin Township Senior Referendum,” said Franklin Ramirez, “On behalf of the Elgin Township, we look forward to their recommendations for funding Senior Citizen programs in Elgin Township.” It is estimated that $437,000 in yearly tax dollars will be secured from the Senior Referendum for 2021. To date, the Committee on Seniors has disbursed over one million dollars to fund senior programs in Elgin Township.
The Committee on Seniors are appointed volunteers from Elgin Township who began meeting in September 2018. The Committee meets monthly on the fourth Thursday of each month at 6pm either in person at the Elgin Township Offices or, due to COVID-19, via Zoom video conference.
The Mission of the Committee on Seniors is to support Senior US Citizens and Legal Residents in Elgin Township remaining independent and to age in place.
The Vision of the Elgin Township Committee on Seniors is to recommend distribution, with accountability, designated property tax dollars via a service contract process with social service organizations that support and advocate for vulnerable Elgin Township Senior US Citizens and Legal Residents, age 55 and over, on a needs basis, with the purpose to provide the means to age in place and maintain a quality of life.
For additional information and to receive a copy of the Request For Proposal, please send an email to: [email protected].
6/20/18
Senior Committee Meeting Cancellation
The regular meeting of the Elgin Township Committee on Seniors scheduled for Thursday, June 27th and Thursday, July 25th 4pm meetings are canceled.
The next regular scheduled meeting will be held on Thursday, August 22nd, 2019, in the Board Room (first floor) of the Elgin Township Building.
10/2/18
KANE COUNTY RECYCLING PRESENTATION 10/10/18 2pm-3pm
Come meet the Speaker: Jennifer Jarland, Kane County Recycling Coordinator
Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
Please see the links below to view the flyers.
Click Here For Presentation Announcement
Click Here For Recycling Presentation Poster
8/22/18
PUBLIC NOTICE
Town of Elgin
Elgin Township Officers Electoral Board Meeting
Pursuant to Illinois Compiled Statutes and the Open Meetings Act: Notice is hereby given to the legal voters, residents of the Town of Elgin, in the County of Kane and State of Illinois, that a Meeting of the Elgin Township Officers Electoral Board will take place on Monday, August 29th, 2018, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. at the Elgin Township Offices, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, Illinois 60123.
The purpose of the said meeting is as follows:
1) Dusenberry vs. Manning 2018-ETOEB-01
2) Adjournment
Dated this 22nd day of August, 2018.
Signed: Karen Dowling, Clerk
8/22/18
PUBLIC NOTICE
Town of Elgin
Elgin Township Officers Electoral Board Meeting
Pursuant to Illinois Compiled Statutes and the Open Meetings Act: Notice is hereby given to the legal voters, residents of the Town of Elgin, in the County of Kane and State of Illinois, that a Meeting of the Elgin Township Officers Electoral Board will take place on Monday, August 27th, 2018, at the hour of 3:00 p.m. at the Elgin Township Offices, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, Illinois 60123.
The purpose of the said meeting is as follows:
1) Dusenberry vs. Manning 2018-ETOEB-01
2) Adjournment
Dated this 22nd day of August, 2018.
Signed: Karen Dowling, Clerk
8/15/18
PUBLIC NOTICE
Town of Elgin
Elgin Township Officers Electoral Board Meeting
Pursuant to Illinois Compiled Statutes and the Open Meetings Act: Notice is hereby given to the legal voters, residents of the Town of Elgin, in the County of Kane and State of Illinois, that a Meeting of the Elgin Township Officers Electoral Board will take place on Monday, August 20th, 2018, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. at the Elgin Township Offices, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, Illinois 60123.
The purpose of the said meeting is as follows:
1) Dusenberry vs. Manning 2018-ETOEB-01
2) Adjournment
Dated this 15th day of August, 2018.
Signed: Karen Dowling, Clerk
1/2018 – Elgin Township Summer Programs for Youth at Risk
Applications are currently available on our website at www.elgintownship.com. Applications are due by Friday, March 9, 2018. Applications may be emailed to [email protected], dropped off or mailed to Elgin Township 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, IL 60123. If dropping off please include 7 copies. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Personal presentations are not necessary but are encouraged. Please notify the office if you plan to do a personal presentation at the April 4, 2018 Town Board Meeting at 6:30p.m. Grants will be awarded in April and funding available in May. Call 847-741-2045.
NEW in 2018
Elgin Township seeks partnerships with grantees who provide services and programs to benefit the township youth at-risk population under age 18. In the project description, the agency must describe how the proposed program or project will address all the following priorities:
Elgin Township funding request that improves or enhances services to benefit youth who reside inside the Elgin Township boundaries
Credit for use of Elgin Township funding in marketing and promoting the Township-funded project activities and program(s)
Accountability that includes outcomes for the project and how those will be met
Level (or percentage) of the total project budget being provided by the grantee agency
A follow up progress REPORT will be required.
CLICK HERE FOR SUMMER APPLICATION
March, 2017
Dear Resident:
As the result of the 1,400 affected households that approved a measure in the April election giving the township officials the freedom to negotiate a garbage contract on their behalf. The township board has signed a three year contract with Republic Services of Eglin. The new program with Republic Services will begin January 1, 2017.Republic Services is responsible for the collection and disposal of refuse and the collection and processing of recyclables and yard waste for all residents.
For questions regarding your scheduled service day or any other inquiries, please call Republic Services directly at (847) 429-7370.
Collection Days: All material (refuse, recyclables, and yard waste) will be collected on the same day, once per week on Thursday. The collection day may change during a holiday weeks as described below.
Holidays: There will be no collection on the following holidays:
- New Year’s Day / Memorial Day / Independence Day
- Labor Day / Thanksgiving Day / Christmas Day
If your weekly collection day falls on or after one of these holidays, your collection will be delayed by one day.
Collection Hours: All material must be placed out, at the curb, no later than 7:00 am on your scheduled collection day, as collection can begin after 7:00 am.
Billing: Republic Services will invoice you quarterly, in advance, for these services. Payment is expected upon receipt. The monthly rate for a single family home is $18.95 and the senior rate is $17.25 (senior over 65 years old).
Missed Collection: If your material is not collected for some reason, please call Republic Services at (847) 429-7370 by 11:00 am, the following day of your scheduled pick up, to report it missed. Missed pick-ups will be collected the following work day.
Republic Services Office Hours: The customer service department is staffed with live operators between the hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Refuse Information: Ninety-Five gallon refuse containers are provided to each resident, any additional refuse may be placed in cans or plastic bags not exceeding 33 gallons in size and 50 pounds in weight and have a sticker(s) attached in order to be collected. Refuse that cannot be containerized must be securely tied and bundled. Bundles must not exceed 4 feet in length and 50 pounds in weight. Additional refuse containers are available; see the Special Services section for details.
Recycling Information: Sixty-Five gallon recycle containers are provided to each resident. Please see the attached sheet for a complete list of acceptable recyclables, how to properly prepare them and other important recycling information. Extra recycling may be placed in bins or other containers clearly marked as recycling. The containers must not exceed 33 gallons in size and 50 pounds in weight. Residents moving into new construction will be issued one recycling container free of charge. Additional recycling containers are also available, see the Special Services section for details.
Yard Waste Information: Yard Waste collection is offered each year from April 1st through November 30th. Yard Waste must be placed in either biodegradable paper bags, each bag must have a sticker attached in order to be collected. Bags and cans must not exceed 33 gallons in size and 50 pounds in weight. Branches and brush less than 5 inches in diameter, that do not fit in a can or bag, must be securely bundled, with string or twine, bundles must have a sticker attached as well. Bundles must not exceed 4 feet in length and 50 pounds in weight. Branches and brush larger than 5 inches in diameter are treated as refuse.
Bulk Items: Residents may place bulk items out for collection on the same day as their regularly scheduled pickup. Bulk items are items which are too large to fit in an approved refuse container but can be reasonably moved by one person. Examples of these are: furniture, bathroom fixtures, large toys, bikes, exercise equipment, carpet (rolls must be 4 feet in length or less and securely tied), swing sets (must be cut into sections 4 feet in length or less), small outdoor appliances (all fluids must be completely removed), barbecue grills, etc. Please contact Republic Services customer service department at (847) 429-7370 for more details and to schedule a special pickup for larger items. A separate fee may apply for items too large for one person to load.
Construction Debris: Construction and remodeling debris must be contained in either cans or plastic bags not exceeding 33 gallons in size and 50 pounds in weight. Construction and remodeling debris that cannot be containerized must be securely tied and bundled. Bundles must not exceed 4 feet in length and 50 pounds in weight. Construction and remodeling debris must be from “do-it-yourself” type projects and may not exceed one cubic yard in quantity.
White Goods: State law prohibits residential appliances and tires in landfills. Please call Republic Services at (847) 429-7370 to make arrangements for the collection of these items. A separate fee of $30.00 / item will apply and is due upon collection of the item(s).
Special Services: Separate services include, but are not limited to, backdoor pickup, 95 gallon, 65 gallon, 35 gallon refuse or recycling container rental, dumpster rental, and the collection of large amounts of construction and remodeling debris. Additional containers are available on a monthly rental rate of $3.50 for any additional 95 gallon, $3.00 for any additional 65 gallon and 35 gallon containers.
Arrangements for these special services can be made by calling Republic Services at (847) 429-7370 for scheduling and pricing information.
We look forward to our continued relationship with the residents we currently service in the Township as well as building a relationship with the residents we are about to service. We will diligently meet all of your refuse, recycling, and yard waste collection needs. If you have any questions, please contact us at (847) 429-7370.
Sincerely,
Republic Services
February, 2017
Senior Services Referendum- Please see link below to view.
SeniorServicesReferendum2017.pdf
January, 2017
1/2017 – Elgin Township Summer Programs for Youth at Risk
Applications are currently available on our website at www.elgintownship.com. Applications are due by Friday, March 10, 2017. Applications may be emailed to [email protected], dropped off or mailed to Elgin Township 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, IL 60123. If dropping off please include 7 copies. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Personal presentations are not necessary but are encouraged. Please notify the office if you plan to do a personal presentation at the April 5, 2017 Town Board Meeting at 6:00p.m. Grants will be awarded in April and funding available in May. Call 847-741-2045.
INVITATION FOR ANNUAL AUDIT FOR CPA SERVICES
1/5/17
The Town of Elgin is requesting proposals to provide CPA services for annual audit and preparation of state required reports under a 3 year proposal for fiscal years ending March 31, 2017, March 31, 2018 and March 31, 2019. Year ending 2015 audit is available for inspection at the Elgin Township Offices, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, Illinois. Please submit your proposal no later than March 3, 2017 to Supervisor, Annette Miller, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, Illinois, 60123.
Signed: Laura C. Wallett, Clerk
August, 2016
Elgin Township will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, September 10th, 2016 from 10am – 1pm. There will be food available along with activities for children, with emphasis on Information, Food and Fun.
Please see flyer for additional details.
ElginTwpOpenHouseFlyer8.10.16.pdf
May 10, 2016
5/10/16
Amended Notice of Public Hearing on Township Budget
Notice is hereby given that the Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the Town of Elgin, in the County of Kane, State of Illinois for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2016 and ending March 31, 2017 will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, IL 60123, and also on our website elgintownship.com, from and after 9:00 a.m. the 10th day of May, 2016. Notice is further given that a public hearing on said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held at 5:30 p.m. the 13th day of June, 2016 at the Elgin Township Offices, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, IL 60123 in this the Elgin Township and that final hearing and action on this Ordinance will be taken at a meeting to be held at the Elgin Township Offices, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, IL 60123 at 5:30 p.m. 13th day of June, 2016.
Dated this 10th day of May, 2016.
Signed: Laura Wallett, Clerk
5/10/16
Amended Notice of Public Hearing on Road District Budget
Notice is hereby given that the Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for Road Purposes of the Elgin Township Road District, in the County of Kane, State of Illinois for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2016 and ending March 31, 2017 will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, IL 60123, and also on our website elgintownship.com, from and after 9:00 a.m. the 10th day of May, 2016. Notice is further given that a public hearing on said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held at 5:45 p.m. the 13th day of June 2016 at the Elgin Township Offices, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, IL 60123 in this the Elgin Township and that final hearing and action on this Ordinance will be taken at a meeting to be held at the Elgin Township Offices, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, IL 60123 at 5:45 p.m. 13th day of June, 2016.
Dated this 10th day of May, 2016.
Signed: Laura Wallett, Clerk
February 9, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE
Town of Elgin
Change of Regular Town Board Meeting
Regular Meeting in April has been changed to April 4th at 6:00 p.m. at the Elgin Township Offices, 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, Illinois 60123.
January 27, 2016
1/2016 – Elgin Township Summer Programs for Youth at Risk
Applications are currently available on our website at www.elgintownship.com. Applications are due by Friday, March 11, 2016. Applications may be emailed to [email protected], dropped off or mailed to Elgin Township 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, IL 60123. If dropping off please include 7 copies. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Personal presentations are not necessary but are encouraged. Please notify the office if you plan to do a personal presentation at the April 6, 2016 Town Board Meeting at 6:00p.m. Grants will be awarded in April and funding available in May. Call 847-741-2045.
December 1, 2015
Elgin Township Cares- Prescription Drug Assistance Program
Prescription Drug Assistance for persons 65 and over living in Elgin Township with income qualifications. A $500 prescription voucher will be given to those that qualify. For more information and an application contact Elgin Township 847-741-2045. Application deadline is January 29, 2016.
April 2015
4/1/15 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
To the legal residents of the Town of Elgin in the County of Kane and State of Illinois, that the Annual Meeting of said Town will take place on April 14, A.D. 2015. The Town Meeting for the transaction of miscellaneous business of said Town will be held at the hour of 7:00 o’clock p.m. on said day at the Elgin Township Offices (lower level), 729 S. McLean Blvd., Elgin, Illinois 60123 and a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider reports of officers and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting, and especially to consider and decide the following:
1. Set time, day and place for the 2016 Annual Town Meeting
2. Supervisor’s Annual Treasurer’s report
3. Reports of Elected Officials
Please park in the rear of the building; meeting will be in the lower level.
Only registered voters of Elgin Township will be permitted to vote on Township business per III P.A. 89-331, effective 8-17-95. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m.
Dated at Elgin, Illinois, this 1st day of April, 2015. Signed: Laura C. Wallett., Town Clerk.
The Town of Elgin is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities, are requested to contact Annette Miller, Supervisor, at 847-741-2045 promptly to allow the Town of Elgin to make reasonable accommodations for those persons.
January 2013
ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS!
GRANT FUNDS AVAILABLE
TO HELP KEEP YOUR HOME WARM OVER THE WINTER
AND SAVE YOU $
Department of Energy Grant to make homes more energy efficient: The grant focuses on energy retrofits and specifically air sealing and insulation. It has been determined that these methods offer the most effective method of reducing energy costs.The program is not income dependent.
To Start: home energy assessments cost $99.00.
A contractor comes to your home and tests the home for air quality and insulation. When the contractor is finished he will offer a menu of items that could be performed to make your home more energy efficient.
You are under no obligation at this time. If you choose to have the items completed Energy Impact Illinois will pay 70% of the total bill up to $1750.00. Averages over the last year have indicated that an average cost for the work is 2500.00. In this case the grant will pay $1750.00.
There are no forms to fill out.It is not a rebate, the dollars are paid directly to the contractor.All contractors have been certified by the building performance Institute.
Contact Information:[email protected] 630-750-7726
For more information visit http://energyimpactillinois.org/residential/
January, 2012
Elgin Township- Discount Rx Card- Frequently Asked Questions
The discount prescription card program helps consumers save money on their prescription medications if their prescriptions aren’t covered by insurance.
The free cards are distributed by Elgin Township in conjuction with WellDyne Rx and may be used locally and nationwide at any participating retail pharmacy nationwide.
The discount card is not intended to replace insurance.
How much will people save?
Savings average over 50% annually.
Discounts may be higher or lower, depending on the drug and quantity purchased.
Over 60,000 brand name and generic drugs available under the program.
Who can use the card?
All township and non-township residents regardless of age, income or existing health coverage may use the cards.
There are no enrollment forms, no membership fees or restrictions on the frequency of use.
Cardholders and family members may use the card any time their prescriptions are not covered by insurance.
Is there a Website for information about the card?
Information also is available from the WellDyne Rx Card web site, www.coast2coastrx.com.
Can a health insurance prescription card be used at the same time with the WellDyne Rx Card?
You are not able to use both your health insurance and this card for the same prescription.
If a prescription is not covered under a health insurance plan, the WellDyne Rx Card may be used to obtain a discount.
Does everyone qualify to use the card?
Anyone over the age of 18 may use the card.
A parent or guardian can get discounts on prescriptions for dependents who are under the age of 18 years.
Are there limits on usage?
A cardholder and their family may use the card as often as needed.
Family members include all dependents, including grandchildren.
What does a cardholder pay?
The cardholder pays the negotiated discount price or a pharmacy’s retail price whichever is lower.
There are no charges or fees for the card.
What if the cardholder is a Medicare Part D participant?
The card may help Medicare participants save on their prescriptions while in the “donut hole”.
Which pharmacies participate?
More than 59,000 pharmacies nationwide accept the card, including all chain pharmacies and over 95% of the independents.
Most pharmacy locations serve as pick-up locations for the card.
Go to www.coast2coastrx.com to search for pharmacies in the network and locations where the card may be picked up.
Residents may also print a card from the Website.
Is information confidential?
Cardholder information remains confidential and is not resold to a third-party for any reason.
Cards are also available at the Township Office, 729 S. McLean Blvd. Elgin, IL 60123.