Low Income Home Energy
Assistance Program

For many Illinois households, energy costs place a severe and continuing stress on the family's budget. In some instances, the household is forced to make painful decisions regarding which bills to pay and which necessities to survive without.  The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is designed to assist eligible low income households pay for winter energy services.

LIHEAP will provide a one-time benefit to eligible households to be used for energy bills.  The amount of the payment is determined by income, household size, fuel type, and geographic location.

An overdue bill or cut-off notice is not required.  You do not have to own your home or pay energy bills directly to be eligible for assistance.

                   *  Proof of gross income from all household members for the 30-day period prior to application date.

                 *   A copy of your current heat and electric bills  (if you pay for your home energy directly).

*   Proof of Social Security Numbers of all household members.

                 *      If a member of your household receives TANF, you must bring their “Medical Eligibility Card.”

                    *       If you rent, bring proof of your rental agreement that must state your monthly rent amount.
 

Lake County Community
Action Project
102-106 S. Sheridan Rd.
Waukegan, IL 60085-5610
847-249-4330
County Served:  Lake

McHenry County Housing
Authority
1108 N. Seminary Ave.
Woodstock, IL 60098-1109
815-338-7752
County Served:  McHenry
 

Illinois Snowmobile Reminders

No person shall operate any snowmobile within this State unless such snowmobile has been registered and numbered unless owned and operated on lands owned by the owner or operator.  Snowmobile operation is prohibited in the Village parks.

Youthful Operators:  No person under 10 years of age may operate a snowmobile.

Persons at least 10 and less that 12 years of age many operate a snowmobile only if  they are  either accompanied on the snowmobile by a parent or guardian or a person at least 18 years of age designated by a parent or guardian.

Persons at least 12 and less than 16 years of age may operate a snowmobile only if they are accompanied on the snowmobile by a parent or guardian, a person at least 16 years of age designated by a parent or guardian or such snowmobile operator is in possession of a Snowmobile Safety Certificate issued by the Department of  Conservation, Division of Law Enforcement, authorizing the holder to operate snowmobiles.

Any person who operates a snowmobile on a  highway as provided in Article 5 shall (a) possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license; or (b) possess a safety certificate as provided for in this Section.  Any such person less than 16 years of age shall also be under the immediate supervision of a parent or guardian or a person at least 18 years of age designated by the parent or guardian.

Violators of this Section with the knowledge of a parent or guardian shall be deemed a violation by the parent or guardian and punishable under Article X of this Act (625 ILCS 40/10-1).
 
 
 
 

PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY  BOARD

On behalf of all Lakemoor residents I would like to thank Mark Morris and the Public Works Dept. for all their efforts in transforming the Heritage Park’s soccer field into a skating area for everyone’s enjoyment.  Available as long as the freeze continues.

I would like to invite interested residents to attend the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting Tuesday, February 4, 2003 at 6 PM at the Village Hall.  Discussion will be held regarding Spring activities.  Little League & T-ball sign up begins the end of February.  Anyone interested in children’s soccer or adult volleyball please contact the advisory board.  Looking forward to your input at our next meeting.
- Rick Behof, Chairperson
 
 
 
 

VILLAGE PARKING ORDINANCE

Following are excerpts from the Village  Parking Ordinance. These excerpts are not to be construed as the entire ordinance.  For a copy of the entire ordinance please contact the Village Hall.
 

- No parking on Village Streets between the hours of 2 AM and 6 AM.
            - No parking on Village Streets when there is snow fall of one inch or more and /or when snow removal operations are in progress.
 
 

Parking Violations Fine:  Except as otherwise provided, any person accused of a violation of an ordinance prohibiting parking a vehicle in a designated area or restricting the length of time a vehicle may be there parked, may settle and compromise the claim against him or her for such illegal parking by paying to the Village within 72 hours, $25.00 for each such offense.

Towing Cars Away:  The Police Department and all members are hereby authorized to remove and tow away or have removed and towed away by commercial towing service, any car or other vehicle illegally  parked in any place where such parked vehicle creates or constitutes a traffic hazard, blocks the use of a fire hydrant or obstructs or may obstruct the movement of any emergency vehicle.

Parking at Curb:  No vehicle shall be parked with the left side of such vehicle next to the curb, except on one-way streets and it shall be unlawful to stand or park any vehicle in a street other than parallel with curb and with the two right wheels of the vehicle within twelve inches of the regularly established curb line.

Vehicles for Sale:   It shall be unlawful to park any vehicle upon any street for the purpose of displaying it for sale, or to park any vehicle upon private property for sale with out the permission of the property owner and only when said property is in an area zoned for the sale of vehicles, or to park any vehicle upon any street from which vehicle merchandise is peddled or sold.  It shall be permissible for a person, firm or corporation owning, leasing, occupying or having control of property to display for sale no more then one vehicle at a time for a period of no more than 60 days.  Said person or entity cannot display more then two vehicles for sale on the property in any calendar year.

Inoperable Motor Vehicle:  For the purpose of this chapter, “inoperable motor vehicle” means any motor vehicle from which, for a period of at least seven (7) days the engine, wheels or other parts have been removed, or on which the engine, wheels or other parts have been altered, damaged or otherwise so treated that the vehicle is incapable of being driven under its own motor power.  “Inoperable motor vehicle” shall not include a motor vehicle, which has been rendered temporarily incapable of being driven under its own motor power in order to perform ordinary service or repair operations.

Prohibited Parking:  It shall be unlawful for the operator of any vehicle to stop, stand or park such vehicle in any of the following places except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic in compliance with direction of a Police Officer or
official traffic sign or signal:

 *In any intersection, cross walk, or upon or under any bridge or viaduct, or approach thereto and blocking any sidewalk or driveway.
  *Within thirty (30) feet of any traffic signal, within twenty (20) feet of an intersection, within fifteen (15) feet of a fire hydrant.
   *It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle or leave any vehicle parked or occupying any portion of any public street at such time or in such manner as will impede or impair the plowing or removal of snow from such public street after (1) inch of snow fall.
   *Any commercial vehicle having larger than a “B” truck plate in any residential zoned district for a period of time in excess of thirty (30) minutes between the hours of 7 PM and 7 AM in front of the front building line of a residential dwelling
*On any  public street without current registration displayed on the vehicle.
*On any portion of any Village parkway.
     *In a beach or park parking area during the period of time the park or beach is normally closed.

It shall be unlawful for any person to park, or for any tenant or property owner to allow to be parked, any motor vehicle, as defined in the Illinois Vehicle Code, on the grass or on any other portion of a zoning lot other than on an approved off-street parking area.  An approved “Off-street parking area” shall mean an area built on a zoning lot and intended for the parking of motor vehicles.  Off-Street parking areas  will be constructed as provided for by Village of Lakemoor Ordinances and will be constructed of an impervious surface of concrete, compacted asphalt, or other approved surface as provided for in Village of Lakemoor Building Codes.

In the event that a special circumstance exists and the individual having control over the property finds it necessary to park a vehicle in a front or side yard on other than an approved off street parking area, as described above, such individual may contact the Lakemoor Police Department to obtain permission for parking of a vehicle on other than an approved off street parking area.  The individual requesting permission for said parking must describe the extraordinary circumstances.  Temporary permission may be granted by the Lakemoor Police Department to allow such parking.

Public Works Director, Charles Schmidt
We haven’t had a lot of snow yet…..but winter’s not over!

PLOWING
Please remember, all of the roads cannot be plowed at the same time.  The priorities are:
 * Major road and intersections are cleared first
 * Primary collector streets are cleared by repeated     plowing
 * Feeder streets, cul-de-sacs and dead-ends are     plowed last
 Mailboxes should be secure to handle the snow thrown during plowing.  Clearing of mailbox areas is the property owner’s responsibility.  PARENTS:  KEEP YOUR CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE ROADWAYS AND THE SNOW MOUNDS CREATED BY THE PLOWS.  We know these snow banks are inviting to children but it is extremely hazardous.  In the past, plows have been in the process of pushing mounds back only to discover that some contained  children.  Please watch what your children are doing and say “NO” to them for their own safety.

PARKING
 Parking on the roadway when there is 1” or more of snowfall is a ticketable offense.  This prohibition is in effect 24 hours a day.   If vehicles are in the way, plowing is less efficient and effective and in some cases impossible.

DRIVEWAYS
 When cleaning your driveway, pile snow evenly along the right side as you face the road.  This will reduce the amount of snow that passing plows will deposit back on the cleared surface and assure you a better view of traffic in both directions when pulling out onto the road.  DO NOT PUSH, SHOVEL OR BLOW SNOW OUT ONTO THE ROADWAY

In the extreme cold conditions please check in with your neighbor,  especially the  elderly.

Village Board Meetings
The Village Board of Trustees meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Village Board Meetings are at 7:00 PM in the Council Room at the Village Hall, 234 West Rand Road, Second Floor.
Village Hall Hours
The Village Hall is open Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Village Telephone Numbers
Village Hall:  385-1117 Public Works:  385-2936
                 Police:  911                   Police Non-Emergency:  385-4111

Chief of Police, Wallace Frasier

 With the snow and ice we may still be getting this winter season remember to allow yourself a little extra time to arrive at your destination.  Be sure to clear all your windows and mirrors of ice and snow.  Remove excess snow from around your taillights and headlights.  Give yourself a little extra distance between you and the car in front of you.  If weather and visibility create truly hazardous conditions, ask yourself the following question, "Is it really necessary to go out and drive?" If the answer is no – then – don’t.

 Check your vehicle’s brakes, batteries, exhaust systems, anti-freeze, windshield solution, windshield wiper blades and convert to winter weight oil.  Also check to see that tires have good tread.  Equipment for cars can include sand, salt, small shovel, snow scrapper/brush, blanket, jumper cables, first-aid kit and a flashlight.  If you get stuck, pour sand, salt or gravel around the drive wheels to give them something to grab on to.  Use a small shovel to remove large accumulations of snow and ice from all wheels.  Remember – Do Not Spin Wheels Excessively – gradual acceleration will provide greater results and control of your vehicle.
 
 

VANDALISM
No community is immune to this problem, including Lakemoor.  Residents are encouraged to inform the Police Department (815-385-4111) if you see or hear possible destructive activities, especially residents who live near a Village park.  Destruction of Village property creates an additional financial burden for all Village taxpayers.  If vandals are apprehended, they may be held liable for payment of repair costs.  Parents are accountable and liable for their minor children’s actions.

 Lakemoor Police Department Courtesy
On occasion you might be contacted by the Police Department in the middle of the night to inform you that your garage door is open.  The Police Department does this as a courtesy in an effort to avoid possible burglaries, or worse, a home invasion. An open garage door is an invitation to criminals.

If you lose power to your home we are unable to tell you why or when it may turn back on.  You need to contact Com Ed at (800) 334-7661.  If the phone number is busy please make another attempt.

Please contact the Secretary of State (847) 362-7171 or (815) 338-3109 for information regarding running license plates.  Our department does not provide anyone with this type of information.

Please remember an ordinance exists against discharging firearms including, paintball guns, BB guns, bows and arrows, etc. in Lakemoor.
 

Senior Express Delivers
Since its inception on April, 2001, the Senior Express bus has been one of the most appreciated and utilized services of the Township.  It makes around 20-30 trips every day.

Until recently, the bus was limited to operation on only 3 days a week.  Funded solely by McHenry Township taxes, as a joint project of the Township and the Township Road Department, it was unable to serve residents outside of the township.  Now, thanks to a $15,000 grant from the Area Agency on Aging, the service has been expanded to five days a week and will be able to serve township residents and residents who live within the 60050 and 60097 (McHenry and Wonder Lake) zip codes.

The bus now runs from 8:00 AM – 3 PM Monday – Friday except on holidays.  It provides door to door service to and from the Township Recreation Center which houses the Salvation Army Golden Diners program, the Seniors services of McHenry County, and daily recreation  and socializing.

The Senior Express will also accommodate short trips within the Township and general vicinity on an appointment basis.  For a ride any time, a 24-hour reservation is required and a nominal fee of 50 cents per ride is requested.

For Reservations:  (815) 385 – 5605 from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
 

      NOT A PRETTY SUBJECT
 

Trash a/k/a garbage is picked up every Friday. If a holiday
occurs during the week then pickup is on Saturday.  The Jensen cart must be at the curb by 6 AM on pickup day.  The Village has contracted limited service so that trash  collection is affordable for all.  If you have more garbage then can fit in the cart  you have two options:

*  Buy garbage stickers at the Village Hall if you have additional
   trash on an occasional basis.
*  Obtain another cart from Jensen if you consistently have more
   than one cart of trash.  Jensen will invoice you separately and
   monthly for this additional service.

Trash carts are not to be used for construction debris and are the property of Jensen Disposal.  It is unlawful to take carts that were not specifically designated for your residence by The Village Public Works Department or Jensen Disposal 847-566-0189.

Reminder:  On garbage days when plowing is necessary, PLEASE place containers well back from the roadway so a passing plow won’t strike them. Move containers back to their stored position as soon as possible.  This helps everyone involved work more efficiently!  - Thank you