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Island Lake Victory Garden 2013
Spring is almost here and thoughts of pretty flowers and vegetables fresh from the garden are in everyone’s minds. Recognizing that not everyone has the space or the sunlight needed at their home to grow a gard
Vehicle Stickers 2013
2013 vehicle stickers are $25 per vehicle, and must be PURCHASED AND DISPLAYED by midnight on February 14, 2013. After this time, the rates double to $50 per sticker which includes a $25 late fee. Senior rate: Resident
Island Lake to handle some tickets locally
People ticketed for village-ordinance violations in Island Lake will face local adjudication hearings instead of circuit court appearances... (soon after March 1st). A locally appointed administrative law judge, not an
Candle Light Bowl 2013
January 26, 2013
It’s the 4th Annual Candle Light Bowl Fireworks Fundraiser! Gather your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and form your teams now for the 4th annual Village of Island Lake Candle Light Bowl Fireworks Fundraise
Telecommunications Operations Decision
January 17, 2013
For many years, the Village of Island Lake has operated and staffed a telecommunications operation for the purpose of handling calls for police services and dispatching calls to and from police vehicles. Currently, th
Wauconda High School Theatre Presents: ANYTHING GOES!
A musical Comedy by Guy Bolton, PG Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay and Russell Crouse Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Thursday Nov 15-Saturday Nov 17th 7pm in the schools auditorium 555 N Main Street- Special Events Entranc
An Opportunity for Growth
The Village of Island Lake is looking towards the future to create an opportunity for betterment and growth in Island Lake. Over the past year Village officials and staff have worked diligently with developers to put t
The Historical Society presents Mary Roth
The Historical Society is pleased to present Mary Roth, an artisan who creates unique American Flags on reclaimed barn word. Mary will tell the fascinating stories behind the reclaimed barn wood she uses and the histo
Circus Comes to Island Lake!
Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls, step right up! The Circus is coming to Island Lake on September 22, 2012. The Kelly Miller Circus, one of only a few traveling shows still in existence, will appear at Water Tower
Jack Mead 5k for a Cure
Thanks to all the supporters who rallied together and ran or donated to the Jack Mead 5k for a Cure, last year we were able to donate $4,450 to the American Cancer Society. That is $450.00 over what we raised in 2010.
A Community Presentation for a Proposed New Municipal Center
The Village of Island Lake cordially invites the community to join us for an informational session to present the proposed, new municipal center. This presentation will include where we've been, where we are and wher
Concerts in the Park - Summer 2012 Series - Brass from the Past
Come join us Friday, June 29th for our kickoff concert located at Converse Park (off of Rt. 176 east of Roberts Rd) starting at 7pm. This year we have Brass From The Past ready to send some sweet soul sound as their "Ro
River & Dowell Road Improvement Meeting
The McHenry County Division of Transportation (MCDOT) cordially invites you to attend our second public information meeting regarding the MCDOT’s upcoming improvement project at the intersection of River and Dowell
Lighting Fixture Upgrades
What have you done to reduce your carbon footprint? The Village of Island Lake has just completed a significant energy reduction project in the Village Hall and Police Department. Through two grants administered th
Village of Island Lake Arbor Day Celebration 2012
The Village of Island Lake invites residents to commemorate Arbor Day at the 1st annual Arbor Day Celebration at Veterans Park, 10:00am, April 28th! Trees have been graciously donated by Pine View Nursery in Woodstock a
Tis the Season to Recycle
Beginning January 1, 2012, the Illinois Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act landfill ban for certain electronic devices will take effect. Read the attached PDF for further information.
Operation Turkey Drop/Angel Tree
I am pleased to announce that over $1750.00 was collected this holiday season in Island Lake from both the milk jugs and the private donations of area businesses and residents in an effort to ensure that less fortunate f
New traffic lights coming for two Island Lake intersections
January 13, 2012
Two key Island Lake intersections will get new traffic signals as part of a deal struck with the Illinois Department of Transportation, officials confirmed Friday. The traffic lights on Route 176 and Roberts and River r
Volunteers Needed to Adopt Lake County Highways
January 12, 2012
Did you make a New Year's Resolution to volunteer this year, or maybe resolve to live a little "greener"? If not, it's not too late. The Adopt-A-Highway program it is an opportunity to contribute toward a cleaner,
