Waukegan E-News - November 2022

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From the Desk of
Mayor Ann B Taylor

November is such a special month. It is a time to be thankful and reflective, to be with family, and to appreciate everyone and everything that has helped you through the year. As we near the end of 2022, I find myself looking forward to all the winter holiday season holds.

This Friday, November 11^th, Waukegan holds its annual Veterans Day parade to salute the brave, selfless men and women who have served our country past and present. I thank every Waukeganite who has worn the uniform in peacetime or wartime. You can find additional information about the parade and a drive benefiting veterans below.

I wish all Waukeganites a safe, healthy, and joyous Thanksgiving. These past few years have certainly been challenging, so everyone deserves to sit around the table with loved ones and enjoy a hearty meal and kinship.

Lastly, I want to highlight a few major winter holiday events happening in early December before the next E-News will arrive. The Kris Kringle Market, Winter Wonder Walk, and Tree Lighting are all scheduled for Saturday, December 3^rd. Come ring in the season with holiday cheer at these wonderful winter events!

Thank you, and have a fantastic November!

Veterans Day 2022

Waukegan celebrates Veterans Day, November 11th, with a parade and ceremony. The parade steps off of Genesee and Washington, heading west to Veterans Plaza where the ceremony will immediately follow. Join us. Take the opportunity to thank a veteran.

COOL Ministries Veterans Outreach Drop Box

COOL's Veterans Outreach

Every year the City hosts a COOL Food Pantry Veterans Assistance and Outreach Drop Box to collect items off the eligible veterans' needs list. This year the most requested items are bar soap, shampoo, and toilet paper, but other basic products we sometimes take for granted are welcome. The box will be in City Hall's lobby until the end of November. COOL Food Pantry Veterans Outreach

Waukegan leaf collection guidelines and estimated dates

2022 Waukegan Leaf Collection

The City-wide leaf collection is underway and with good success. Leaves for disposal must be raked onto the parkway in front of your home for pick up. Do not rake leaves into the street as they may clog storm drains. Waste Management will not collect leaves around parked cars. Questions? Call 847-623-3870. Waste Management

New Water Billing System

You've been hearing about it for a while and now it is here! The City listened to your requests and complaints and implemented a new, cheaper, more feature-rich water billing system. The system is a 'one stop shop' for paper and electronic billing, online payments, and account information. Don't let paper hold you back - sign up today! If you have questions, email water@waukeganil.gov

The City is Hiring

Find your next career right here at the City of Waukegan. The City is hiring a variety of positions from Director of Finance to Assistant Planner to internships. Check our Job Opportunities page for the latest postings. Waukegan Career Opportunities

World-Class Ballet and More at the Genesee Theatre

The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents Sleeping Beauty, one of the greatest classical ballets of all time at our own Genesee Theatre. This full-scale production is set to the lush music of Tchaikovsky and based on the Brothers Grimm's timeless fairy tale. In addition to Sleeping Beauty, the Genesee will host Legally Blonde The Musical and a wide variety of holiday shows. Genesee Theatre

Explore Waukegan's Arts & Entertainment District

Downtown Waukegan is the artistic and cultural hub of Lake County. Join us, along with partners Waukegan Arts Council and Waukegan Main Street, in celebrating the arts on the third Saturday of every month. This month's ArtWauk on Saturday the 19th features Dandelion Gallery & Studio's Gift of Art, Karcher 405 Gallery's Nostalgia, and Lake County Tech Hub's Hand-Painted Movie Posters, and more!

Kris Kringle Market

Welcome to the second annual Kris Kringle Market in Downtown Waukegan! What a great way to kick off your holiday shopping and support local businesses, artists, and artisans. The market will feature a variety of gifts and an activity or two just for the children. A special guest from the North Pole may be there, too, so bring you camera. Kris Kringle Market is sponsored by Waukegan Main Street and the City.