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Buffalo Grove, Vernon Township giving away face coverings

Buffalo Grove, in partnership with Vernon Township, will provide 17,500 face covers at no charge to residents beginning Thursday, May 28.

Vernon Township hands out thousands of face masks

The early morning downpour Wednesday didn't deter Vernon Hills resident Sandy Josephsen from driving to the Vernon Township office in Buffalo Grove for masks to protect her and her family during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vernon Township officials hand out thousands of free masks

Vernon Township officials braved the early morning rainfall Wednesday to hand out 3,000 fabric masks to residents during a drive-thru distribution that drew hundreds more than officials expected.

WGN: Vernon Township Mask Handout Event

Vernon Township Supervisor Jon Altenberg spoke to John Williams to discuss our 4/29/20 mask handout event.

Township Board approves resolution requesting 2 month delay in penalties on County property taxes

BUFFALO GROVE, IL, April 17, 2020 – The Vernon Township Board today approved a resolution asking the Lake County Board to delay the property tax payment penalties by two months for property owners impacted by covid-19.

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Postponed: The 170th Annual Town Meeting

As a result of Executive Order 2020-22, the Vernon Township Annual Town Meeting is suspended through the duration of the Gubernatorial Disaster Declarations. Notice of the new date will be posted as soon as possible.

Vernon Township board approves 2020-21 budget

The Vernon Township board on Tuesday announced the approval of its 2020-2021 budget that officials said reduces the property tax burden on residents while continuing all essential services.

Critical Community Service Resources

The Job Center of Lake County – remote contact only, email elocke@lakecountyil.gov or call 847-377-3450

Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) – offices closed; for information call 800-244-5631. To file online - https://www2...

Flooding: Be Aware and Prepared and Take Action

Illinois Flood Safety Awareness Week kicks off March 9, now is a great time to learn more about the increased ground saturation and review flood related safety tips.

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