City of Waukegan
Recent News About City of Waukegan
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Waukegan Fire Department to host open house for its 175th anniversary
The Waukegan Fire Department will host an open house and celebrate its 175th anniversary on Saturday, October 12. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Waukegan Station #5, located at 3221 N. Green Bay Rd.
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Waukegan announces 2024 leaf collection schedule
Leaf collection in Waukegan will commence in the last week of October. LRS aims to follow the schedule closely, though weather conditions and leaf fall rates may necessitate daily adjustments. Residents are advised not to rake leaves into the street or place them in plastic bags, as leaf burning is prohibited.
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Waukegan announces official trick-or-treat hours for 2024
Waukegan's official Trick or Treat will take place on Sunday, October 27, from 2 pm to 5 pm. The Waukegan Police Department has issued several safety tips for residents and visitors to follow during the festivities.
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City seeks proposals for crosswalk mural submissions
The City is seeking proposals for crosswalk murals. Interested artists can view the Call for Artists packet for more information on locations, stipends, selection criteria, and other details. The submission period is open from June 14 to July 8, 2024, until 8 a.m.
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Friends & Family CPR Course
The Waukegan Fire Department offers the American Heart Association Friends & Family CPR course for people ages 15+.
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UDO Public Meetings
The City's Planning & Zoning department is heading up a Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) project, with input from other City departments and outside stakeholders. The UDO will simplify and update ruled related to development, business and land use.
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2024 City Vehicle Stickers
Waukegan City Vehicle Stickers are on sale in-person at City Hall and online.
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Help Grow Waukegan! Free Trees & Bushes
Openlands announces new government funding to gift eligible Waukegan residents native landscaping trees and bushes for their yards. Receive up to three large plants and $100 gift card for each if:
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Contractor Registration Expires 12/31/2023
Contractor registration expires on Sunday, December 31st. Log into the City's portal to submit updated certificate of insurance and a copy of your current license under the "My Records" tab. The submission will be reviewed within 10 business days and an email sent to you with instructions to pay when approved.
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Leaf Collection 2023 Schedule - Updated
Waukegan Public Works and LRS are continuing Leaf Collection through Friday, December 22nd, weather permitting. The schedule follows, with a reminder that this is a guideline and both Public Works and LRS will adhere to it as closely as possible.
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Friends & Family CPR Course
The Waukegan Fire Department offers the American Heart Association Friends & Family CPR course for people ages 15+. This course does not include a CPR course completion card or CPR certification card.
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Join the Stakeholder Participation Panel
The City of Waukegan is looking for interested residents to join the Stakeholder Participation Panel (SPP). As a panel member you will have the opportunity to participate in the planning process for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), represent your neighborhood, and contribute to important decisions regarding housing and community development.
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Northern Illinois Airshow
See the skies come alive! The Northern Illinois Airshow is back with an exciting lineup of world-class performers on Saturday, September 9th, at the Waukegan National Airport!
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25 Lake County residents in their fifties test positive for COVID-19 on May 18
25 Lake County residents in their fifties tested positive for COVID-19 on May 18.
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12 Lake County residents 80 or older test positive for COVID-19 on May 18
12 Lake County residents 80 years of age and older tested positive for COVID-19 on May 18.
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30 Lake County residents in their forties test positive for COVID-19 on May 18
30 Lake County residents in their forties tested positive for COVID-19 on May 18.
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19 Lake County residents in their sixties test positive for COVID-19 on May 18
19 Lake County residents in their sixties tested positive for COVID-19 on May 18.
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10 Lake County residents in their seventies test positive for COVID-19 on May 18
10 Lake County residents in their seventies tested positive for COVID-19 on May 18.
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19 Lake County residents under 20 test positive for COVID-19 on May 18
19 Lake County residents under 20 years of age tested positive for COVID-19 on May 18.
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29 Lake County residents in their twenties test positive for COVID-19 on May 18
29 Lake County residents in their twenties tested positive for COVID-19 on May 18.