Township of Libertyville

The Board discussed and approved expenditures from the Town Fund totaling $10,736.50, the Road and Bridge Fund totaling $5,381.26, and the Open Space Fund totaling $590.20. The Highway Commissioner reported that the Kubota tractor was scheduled for delivery and noted that the Libertyville Township Road District will receive the American Public Works Association Award for the Oak Spring Road Bridge Reconstruction Project. The Supervisor's report detailed significant activity in December, including food distribution to 301 households, handling Holiday Gift Room distribution, and providing substantial financial assistance through Emergency Assistance and Community Emergency Assistance programs. The Board approved the renewal to engage GW & Associates, P.C. for the FY 2025-2026 Audit review. The Board voted not to release the Executive Session Minutes from October 28, 2021, and November 15, 2012.

The Board reviewed and approved expenditures from the Town Fund, Road and Bridge Fund, and Open Space Fund. Township reports included updates on salt inventory, a pending feasibility study for a roundabout on Casey Road, and an announcement that the Oak Street Bridge Reconstruction Project received an award. The Supervisor reported extensively on food pantry distribution for Thanksgiving and efforts supporting numerous households with emergency and general financial assistance, along with LIHEAP applications. Key actions included the approval of a proposal for the 2025 Water Quality Assessment, approval of a proposal for Phase II Environmental Scope of Work and Fees, approval of Resolutions 2025-08 and 2025-09 regarding the 2026-2027 Tax Levies for the Township and Road District, and approval to close the office on December 26, 2025.

The Board reviewed and approved expenditures from the Town Fund, Road and Bridge Fund, and Open Space Fund. The Highway Commissioner reported on snowplowing activities, an invoice from IDOT for the reconstruction of Rockland Road, and traffic calming measures, including a feasibility study for a roundabout. A trustee reported on attending the Lake County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Summit. The Supervisor reported on food pantry activities, financial assistance provided to households, and upcoming holiday distributions. The Board approved awarding the MacArthur Agricultural Parcel Farming and Grazing License Agreement to Petersen Grain Farms and a proposal for tree removal with Sawvell Tree Service. They also discussed the Libertyville Township Tax Levy and the Libertyville Township Road District Tax Levy for the upcoming year.

The Board meeting included updates from the Highway Commissioner regarding weight limit restrictions on Casey Road, salt deliveries for winter preparation, and discussions with the Lake County Division of Transportation about a potential roundabout. The Supervisor reported on the Township's food pantry services, financial assistance provided to households, and upcoming volunteer workdays. A Proclamation of Recognition was presented to Eagle Scout Marcos Monroe for his work on wood duck nesting boxes and educational signage. The Board approved the Route 137/Casper/Archdiocese Parcel Farming and Licensing Agreement to Haraden Farms & Stables, LLC. The meeting also involved a Road District Public Hearing to discuss Ordinance #2025 - 01, which designates a Truck Route System/Reduced Weight Limits/Specified Township Roads. The Township submitted a Watershed Management Board (WMB) Grant application to Lake County Stormwater Management Commission. The Board also reviewed draft levies and budgets for the Town and Road District and discussed a prescribed Burn Schedule for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026.

The board reviewed bills and approved expenditures from the Town Fund, Road and Bridge Fund, and Open Space Fund. The Assessor reported on upcoming assessments, and the Clerk discussed the availability of candidate election packets. Updates were provided on the Oak Spring Bridge timeline and food pantry donations. The board approved Victor Ford's request to withdraw a bid for a Ford F-350. They also discussed establishing salaries for elected officials and social service grant applications, as well as an increase in the hourly rate for the Township attorney. The construction of the Donnelley Prairies and Oaks Wetland Mitigation Bank is complete.