Waukegan E-News - April 2022

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City Sticker Sales End April 30, 2022

The last day to purchase 2022 Waukegan stickers at the regular price is Saturday, April 30. Avoid the long lines and buy them online at waukeganil.gov or ask for them at your local currency exchange. Waukegan City Vehicle Sticker Information

Seasonal Employment Program

Part-time, seasonal jobs are available for candidates ages 18 - 22 at Public Works and for Beach Rangers. Please check the job page on our website to view all open positions and apply as directed. Applications will not be accepted after the posting is closed. Seasonal Employment Program

Waukegan's Earth Week Activities

There are many events and activities taking place during Earth Week, including; neighborhood-based collections and community volunteer efforts. Waukegan Earth Week Activities

1st, 2nd, 4th Ward Meeting

Join the 1st, 2nd and 4th ward aldermen as they host a joint ward meeting. Updates on city services and information given. Refreshments served. This is an in-person and zoom meeting. 1st, 2nd and 4th Ward Meeting

Alternate Parking Ordinance

The Alternate Parking Ordinance states that vehicles must park on the odd side of the street on odd calendar days and the even numbered side of the street on even calendar days. The ordinance is strictly enforced by the Waukegan Police Department daily from 12:01am to 11:59am. Waukegan Parking Ordinances

Organize a Neighborhood Block Party

Block parties are a great way for neighbors to come together, get to know each other, and form relationships that strengthen the sense of community, promote safety within the neighborhood, and provide opportunities to meet each other. Waukegan Special Event and Neighborhood Block Party Information

Excessive Noise Ordinance*

No person, for purposes of entertainment or communication, may generate any sound by any means that is audible at a distance 50 feet or greater from the point of generation. Violations are as follows: 8am - 8pm $150 & 8pm - 8am $300. Waukegan Neighborhood Policing FAQ *Waukegan Municipal Code Sec. 11-34(a) and (b)

Waukegan Fire CPR/AED Certification*

Learn to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants. Group and single classes are available for certification by the
American Heart Association. *Participants must be at least 15 years of age. Waukegan Fire Department CPR/AED Class Application

Seeking Licensed General Contractors

Waukegan’s Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) needs licensed general contractors for on-going construction projects. CDBG is a federally-funded program created to assist low and moderate income homeowners with housing rehab needs. Contractors are paid in a timely manner. Waukegan CDBG Contractor Registration

Experience 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.