Waukegan E-News - October 2022

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From the Desk of
Mayor Ann B.Taylor

With fall in full swing, I hope everyone is enjoying the crisp air, changing leaves, and coziness this season brings.

I love all the decorations residents have already started putting up, and I can’t wait to see all of our trick-or-treaters out and about later this month! With that in mind, I’d like to remind everyone to please be courteous to their neighbors and, for everyone’s safety, to ensure your children are supervised when they are trick or treating. Also, when you are driving through neighborhoods while trick-or-treating is taking place, slow down and be mindful of children.

As the weather gets colder, keep in mind that we are expecting higher heating bills here and across the country due to rising energy costs. Be sure you are prepared by budgeting accordingly and dressing warmly. If you need financial assistance to cover the increased bills, you can find information about assistance programs here.

Lastly, review the fall leaf collection schedule below. Leaves must be in the parkway in front of your home and with no vehicle blocking access to be picked up. If you are not sure in which ward you live, visit www.waukeganil.gov/172/Maps.

Thank you, and have a fantastic rest of your fall!

2022 Waukegan Leaf Collection Schedule

2022 Leaf Collection will begin in Wards 7 & 8 on Monday, October 24th. Leaves for disposal must be raked onto the parkway in front of your home for pick up. Waste Management will try to adhere to the schedule as closely as possible, but due to weather conditions and the rate at which leaves fall, daily adjustments may occur. Call 847-623-3870 for more info. Waste Management

SWALCO Shred & Shed

The NAACP of Lake County, Cool Learning Experience, the City of Waukegan and SWALCO will host a recycling event on Saturday, October 15 from 9am to 12pm in the parking lot of First Baptist Church at 400 N. Sheridan Rd. Please refer to the event flyer for a list of items that will be accepted. Only those items will be accepted. Please have like items marked in bags in your trunk, pull through and pop your trunk and volunteers will unload them for proper disposal. This is a free event and open to the public. Call 847-336-9340 for more info.

Neighborhood Policing Program

Waukegan’s Neighborhood Policing Program is designed to improve communication and collaboration between community residents and police by providing resources that help to enhance Waukegan’s crime fighting capabilities. Call 847-782-2369 for more info.

Waukegan's New Online Water Billing Portal

New Water Billing System

The City is implementing an improved Water Billing system. The Water Billing Department heard complaints from residents and business owners and took action. The new system will be less expensive, feature rich, and more user friendly. The system will be a single stop for paper and electronic billing as well as online payments. The payment portal will be made available this September.

Due to these changes, the previous e-billing portal will no longer be active. If you need a previous water statement, email water@waukeganil.gov for assistance.

Waukegan Police Seeking New Police Officers

Waukegan Police Seeking New Officers

The City of Waukegan Police Department is seeking individuals between 20 - 35 years of age, with a high school diploma or GED and valid driver’s license to become Waukegan Police Officers. Candidates must attend the mandatory orientation and written examination. Waukegan Police Jobs & Recruitment Information

Now Hiring

Find career opportunities with the City of Waukegan. Please check the job page on our website to view all open positions and apply as directed. Applications are only accepted for available positions and will not be accepted after the posting is closed. Waukegan Career Opportunities

6th Ward Clean Sweep

Join 6th Ward Alderman Keith E. Turner for the 6th Ward Clean Sweep Disposal & Dumpster Drop Off on Saturday, October 15 from 8:30am - 12pm at 410 Franklin St. Items NOT accepted include appliances, yard waste/tree trunks, liquids, concrete/brick/stone/rocks, hazardous waste, flammable materials, batteries, car parts, paint/stain/lacquer, or railroad ties. While this is a convenience for the 6th Ward, all Waukegan residents are welcome to avail themselves of the dumpster and proper recycling for tires (off rims) and electronics. Call 847-390-2694 for more info.

Explore the Arts in Downtown Waukegan

Downtown Waukegan is the artistic and cultural hub of Lake County. Join us on the third Saturday of every month for the monthly ArtWauk and enjoy live performances, shop for artisan-made products, and view classic and modern art at the galleries and venues in the Waukegan Arts & Entertainment District.

Waukegan Public Schools ZombieWauk

Join the Waukegan Public Schools and the Waukegan Public Schools Foundation on the zombie trail during ArtWauk on Saturday, October 15 from 5pm to 9pm in the parking lot of 214 Washington St. All District 60 families are invited for a spook-tacular evening of treats and activities. Call 224-303-1036 for more info.

"The Art of Remembrance: Dia de los Muertos"

FREE Artist reception on Saturday, October 15 from 5pm to 8pm and CLC Lakeshore Campus at 33 N. Genesee in Downtown Waukegan. View artwork that was created by dedicated artists during a "Visual Arts Community Engagement & Outreach" Workshop and inspired by calaveras, cempasúchil, history, and memories of our loved ones. These non-literal interpretations of Mexican and Latinx traditions will become a 2-D artistic ofrenda displayed at Lakeshore Campus. This installation honors Dia de los Muertos, a holiday which is traditionally observed in Mexico and other countries from November 1st to 2nd. Bring photos of late loved ones to add to the ofrenda! Invite your friends and family. Call 847-543-2191 for more info.

FREE Concert by Crooked Moon

Check out the FREE concert by Crooked Moon during the October ArtWauk on Saturday, October 15 from 5pm to 9pm in Sterns Plaza at the corner of Genesee St. and Water St. in Downtown Waukegan. Call 847-599-2525 for more info.

Eddie B. LIVE at the Genesee Theatre

Eddie B tells it like it is through his Teachers Only Comedy Tour. With his piercing wit, spot-on impressions and gift for physical comedy, the former educator turned stand-up comic has developed a unique brand of comedy all his own. See him perform LIVE at the Genesee Theatre on Saturday, October 15 at 8pm. Tickets range from $35.00 to $65.00 plus applicable service charges. Tickets are available by visiting the Genesee Theatre Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, Ticketmaster.com & Ticketmaster charge by phone at 800-982-2787. For Mature Audiences. Call 847-263-6300 for more info.

"Odessa Transcript" Debuts at Three Brothers Theatre

Late one night, a research assistant monitors the world at an observatory in Odessa, Texas. Then, something mysterious, something odd, something not from Earth falls out of the sky. Now she’ll try to communicate with an extraterrestrial being she finds from the remains of the object. Will it speak to her? Will it hurt her? What’s it’s intention and when will it wake up? The play recreates her experience through a transcript of the encounter.
See it, LIVE at Three Brothers Theatre. Call 224-419-4325 for more info.

8th Ward Clean Sweep

Join 8th Ward Alderman Lynn M. Florian for the 8th Ward Clean Sweep Disposal & Dumpster Drop Off on Saturday, October 22 from 8:30am - 12pm at 4555 W. Yorkhouse Rd. Items NOT accepted include appliances, yard waste/tree trunks, liquids, concrete/brick/stone/rocks, hazardous waste, flammable materials, batteries, car parts, paint/stain/lacquer, or railroad ties. While this is a convenience for the 8th Ward, all Waukegan residents are welcome to avail themselves of the dumpster and proper recycling for tires (off rims) and electronics. Call 847-390-2696 for more info.

Halloween Trick or Treat Trail

The Waukegan Park District invites families to celebrate Halloween at the 2022 Halloween Trick or Treat Trail on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 1pm to 2:30pm at Bowen Park, located at 1800 N. Sheridan Road. The event will feature an enchanted trail with professionally costumed characters. Children will receive a treat bag at the end of the trail, while supplies last. The 2022 Halloween Trick or Treat Trail is free and pre-registration is not required to attend. Call 847-360-4700 for more info.

Waukegan's Official Trick or Treat Hours

Waukegan's official trick-or-treat will take place on Sunday, October 30, from 2pm to 5pm. Call 847-599-2525 for more info.

See World-Class Entertainment at the Genesee Theatre

Nestled near the shore of Lake Michigan, The Genesee Theatre is Lake County’s premier setting for weddings, banquets, concerts, corporate meetings, community events, private functions and much more. With a combination of majestic beauty, unique spaces and award-winning staff, The Genesee is your place for a memorable event. Genesee Theatre

Do You Need Help Paying for Internet in Your Home

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC Program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service. Contact the Community Digital Navigator for assistance enrolling in this benefit or to find out more at 224-813-9085 or visit Connect Waukegan.