DeKalb Township Supervisor's Office

At the monthly Township Board Meeting held on March 18th, the DeKalb Township Board of Trustees was joined by long-time DeKalb resident, Gretchen Moore, who generously donated $100,000 to the Township to provide funding for the Supervisor's vision of expanding Oakwood Cemetery in order to include more affordable, environmentally conscious burial alternatives. At Moore's request, the expanded section of Oakwood Cemetery will be named "Peace Park" in recognition of the serenity it is intended to offer to all who visit. This section will feature lush green spaces, a walking path, benches, and attractive landscaping, creating a tranquil atmosphere for reflection and remembrance. The park will include a variety of trees and flowers, designed to blend seamlessly with nature, making it a truly peaceful location for honoring the deceased. The Township is incredibly grateful to Mrs. Moore for her contribution and is excited to announce that the new park setting and burial options are expected to be available later this year. Please contact Supervisor Mary Hess at (815) 758-8282 or [email protected] with questions.

The DeKalb Township will be hosting the Illinois Tollway for an I-PASS Recycle, Return & Swap Event on Thursday, May 1st. Bring in your old transponders and swap them out for the newly introduced I-PASS stickers to receive a credit on your I-PASS account. Tollway staff will also meet with residents to discuss their potential eligibility for the Tollway's I-PASS Assist program. More information about I-PASS Assist can be found at https://lnkd.in/g6G238Cf. Please note, appointments are required between the hours of 9 AM and 4:30 PM. Walk-ins are welcome after 4:30 PM (thru 7 PM).

Due to circumstances beyond our control, this event has been cancelled. We are told it will be rescheduled for a later date, though no specifics have been provided to the Township at this time. At this time, the Secretary of State's Office is reassigning all mobile unit staff to brick and mortar locations. The Township has been informed that additional in-person appointments will soon be made available at many DMV facilities throughout Illinois. For more information about the services offered through the Secretary of State's Office, or to schedule an appointment, please visit https://www.ilsos.gov/

The DeKalb Township is pleased to announce that we will once again be partnering with DeKalb County TRIAD & The Kishwaukee College Automotive Technology Department to provide a FREE Senior Car Clinic to senior residents of DeKalb County. The event be held at Kishwaukee college on April 25th between the hours of 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Interested seniors should contact Kimberly at the DeKalb Township (815-758-8282) to schedule their appointment. Appointment slots are limited and are expected to fill up quickly. All participating seniors will receive a FREE 25-point vehicle inspection, gratuitous fluid top-offs, a copy of their vehicle inspection report, and a goodie bag. Additionally, attendees are invited to enjoy coffee and donuts while while the vehicles service is performed. Advanced appointments are required, so don't delay--call today.

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT - The REAL ID Deadline is May 7, 2025. REAL IDs can be obtained at any Secretary of State Facility that has available appointments, or locally at the DeKalb Township on April 4th, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment for a REAL ID at the DeKalb Township, call 815-758-8282. Ask for Kimberly. For more information about REAL IDs, please consult the following: Illinois Secretary of State Real ID FAQs - https://lnkd.in/gebSeEBJ Department of Homeland Security Real ID FAQs - https://lnkd.in/gKSuVz3

DEKALB TOWNSHIP IS HIRING A FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT! If you have strong written & oral communication skills, thrive while juggling multiple responsibilities, are a detail-oriented person who excels in research & information gathering, and you are adept at working with a diverse group of people, this job could be for you! Working at DeKalb Township offers a number of benefits, including: -Making a difference in our community -A generous benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, paid holidays, and more) -Competitive pay Fore more information about this opportunity, visit the DeKalb Township website, or click on the link below: file:///C:/Users/Reception/Desktop/Kim/Jobs/DeKalb%20Township%20Position%20Vacancy_%20Administrative%20Assistant.pdf Application Deadline is February 28, 2025

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We've still got appointments available for Thursday and Friday of this week! Sign up today and make a plan to complete your Power of Attorney for Healthcare or Living Will at no cost! To book your appointment, contact Kimberly at 815-758-8282.

Did you know DeKalb Township has already announced several events in the months of January thru May? Check them out! ADVANCE CARE PLANNING SESSIONS, by appointment only. Most Thursday & Fridays in January, 10AM - 2PM @ DeKalb Township. AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE, pre-registration required. Feb. 4 & 5, 10AM - 2PM @ DeKalb Township. This event is at capacity. AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE, pre-registration required. Feb. 19 & 20, 10AM - 2PM @ DeKalb Township. Seats available. Call 815-758-8282 to book. AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE, pre-registration required. March 11 & 12, 12PM - 4PM @ DeKalb Township. Seats available. Call 815-758-8282 to book. SECRETARY OF STATE MOBILE DRIVER & VEHICLE SERVICES EVENT (DMV), by appointment only. April 4, 10AM - 2PM @ DeKalb Township. Call 815-758-8282 to book. PREPARING FOR YOUR BEST OUTCOME - Healthcare Empowerment Presentation. April 16, Time & Location TBD More details coming soon. SENIOR CAR CLINIC, by appointment only. April 25, Time TBD @ Kishwaukee College More details coming soon. I-PASS TRANSPONDER RETURN & STICKER SWAP, by appointment only. May 1, 9AM - 2PM @ DeKalb Township. Call 815-758-8282 to book. AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE, pre-registration required. May 5 & 6, 10AM - 2PM, by appointment only @ DeKalb Township. Seats available. Call 815-758-8282 to book. SPRING SHRED & RECYCLE EVENT. May 17, 9AM - 11AM @ Kishwaukee Family YMCA