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Lockport Township Dog Warden

The Lockport Township unincorporated areas will be served by the Will County Animal Control, Monday - Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.  To report a stray dog or lost dog, please call the appropriate number based on the area that you live in.

Handicap Parking Placards

Applications for Handicap Parking Placards are available through the Township Supervisor’s Office.  The application contains two parts.  One part is to be completed by the applicant and one is to be completed by the applicant’s physician.

Once the application form is complete the Supervisor’s Office can issue temporary parking placards (for a period not to exceed 3 months).  If a permanent parking placard is needed the Supervisor’s office can assist residents in forwarding the application to the Secretary of State’s Office for processing.

These applications may be picked up at the Lockport Township Supervisors Office or may be downloaded below.

Handicap Parking Placards Application        PDF
Replacement Handicap Parking Placard Application     PDF

Forms are provided in PDF (Portable Document Format) files, which can be viewed or printed using your Web browser and Adobe's Acrobat Reader software. Macintosh and Windows versions of Acrobat Reader may be downloaded free of charge from Adobe.

Lockport Township Government Scholarship Program

2010 Lockport Township Scholarship Program Application
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Please apply for the 2010 Scholarship Program by March, 1st 2010.

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2009 Scholarship Program Winners
The Lockport Township Officials are proud to announce the seventh annual Lockport Township Government Scholarships. The township offers programs that provide for the needs of its residents, from senior transportation, to road improvements, to helping families in need and registering voters. The rising cost of education is an issue for many area families. Judy Batusich, Lockport Township Supervisor said, “This scholarship program is a great opportunity for the Township to support education and recognize outstanding young members of this community. Investing in our youth is an investment in the future.”

The committee set out to honor well-rounded students and assist them with their education expenses. In order to qualify applicants had to be graduating high school seniors with a 2.5 GPA. Candidates also needed to demonstrate their involvement in school, extra-curricular and work related activities. They were also required to submit an essay entitled ”What a College Education means to me”.

Mobile Driver’s License Facility

Secretary of State, Jesse White, is pleased to announce the return of the Mobile Driver’s License facility to Central Square in Lockport.  This program provides several services to area residents at a convenient location.  Rules of the Road Review Course will be available from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM in Suite 318.  Details and dates are outlined below:

Services Provided:

• Vision Screening
• Written Examinations (CDL not available)
• Duplicate License
• Corrected License
• Driver License Renewal
• Identification Cards
• License Plate Renewal Stickers (past, present and upcoming month only)

F.I.S.H. Pantry

Lockport Township provides funding for the F.I.S.H. Pantry located next to the First Congregational Church.  The program provides grocery items for area residents all year long and is a tremendous help to families in crisis or living on a fixed income.

Donations to the F.I.S.H. Pantry can be made by contacting the pantry at the phone number below.  Monetary donations as well as food items would be most welcome.

Familes in need of this service should come to the Lockport Township Supervisors Office and bring proof of residency.

Medical Closet

Lockport Township residents may borrow wheelchairs, crutches, canes, walkers and other hospital equipment on a temporary basis.  These items are available through the Lockport Townships Supervisor’s Office.  Please contact the Supervisors office at (815)838-0380.

Notary Public Services

These services are available at the Central Square Lockport Township Offices.

Help for Those In Need

“General Assistance” in Lockport Township is a locally administered program that provides financial assistance to persons who are not eligible for any other state or federal assistance program.

The applicant will be interviewed by the Township caseworker before eligibility can be determined.  To be eligible a client must meet township guidelines and provide supporting documentation.  Eligible applicants can receive help with rent, utilities, and / or food.

While not everyone will be eligible for the above programs, the Supervisor’s Office can provide a list of various support agencies within Will County that also offer assistance.  Please call 838-4161 for further information.

Spring Cleanup Day

Cleanup day is scheduled for May 8th, 2010 for residents living in unincorporated areas of Lockport township. Items must be placed at the curbside the day before Spring Cleanup Day.

Items that can be disposed of are as follows:

• Old Water Heaters
• Refrigerators
• Washers
• Dryers
• TV Sets
• Computers
• Kitchen Ranges

Items that will not be picked up are as follows:

• Paint
• Paint Thinner
• Solvents
• Glue
• Insecticides
• Used Oil
• Garbage
• Yard Clippings / Yard Waste
• Tree Branches / Stumps
• Tires
• Concrete
• Dirt / Clay / Stones / Bricks
• Large Auto Parts

Mosquito Control

Lockport Township implemented a mosquito control program many years ago.  The township has a contract with “Clarke Environmental” to provide frequent scheduled applications of safe and effective mosquito control for the comfort and health of our residents.  Last year’s outbreak of the west nile virus prompted our elected officials to authorize Clarke Environmental to provide additional applications as a precaution.  We will again be proactive in controlling the mosquito population in Lockport Township.

To obtain information regarding the mosqito control application such as the dates of the applications or to report excess mosquito sitings please contact the Clarke Mosquito hotline toll free at (800)942-2555.

Outdoor Warning Siren System

It has been proven time and time again that early warning in the event of an emergency save lives.  The desire to provide immediate warning for residents has prompted several communities within Lockport Township to join together to improve the warning system here.

Since our last newsletter was published two additional warning sirens have been installed in the City of Crest Hill within Lockport Township.  There is a new siren located at the Corner of Oakland Avenue and Caton Farm Road. Another is located near a Lockport Township Park District baseball field adjacent to Richland School.

In the event of severe weather this early warning system could be life saving for families in the area and specifically to the children that use the baseball park and attend Richland School.