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Home My WebLink About5.1 Review of Elk Grove Township Services and Developments in 2024M+awn �'xyt�lts�=e Item Cover Page Subject Review of Elk Grove Township Services and Developments in 2024 Meeting February 11, 2025 - MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Fiscal Impact Dollar Amount Budget Source Category DISCUSSION ITEMS Type Presentation Information Illinois townships are sub -county units of government, while municipalities are incorporated under state law and perform many local government services. Townships may levy taxes, pass local ordinances and regulations, and provide various services as authorized by state statutes and elected officials. The residents of the Village of Mount Prospect are also served by Elk Grove and Wheeling Townships, with Central Road being the shared north/south boundary between the two townships. Elk Grove Township's boundaries are: Central Road on the north, Mount Prospect Road on the east, Devon Avenue on the south, and Rohlwing Road (generally Route 53) on the west. The Township serves about 66% of Elk Grove Village, 55% of Mount Prospect, 20% of Des Plaines, 15% of Arlington Heights and 10% of Rolling Meadows. About a fourth of the geographic area of the Township is unincorporated, a large portion of which is forest preserve. The Township's Assessor is Deputy to the Cook County Assessor and under direction from that office. The Elk Grove Township Assessor's Office has the unique position of being able to assist taxpayers with assessed value complaints along with other services, such as filing exemptions. Township residents are eligible to access programs and services to help them through physical or financial challenges. Residents are offered a wide variety of helpful services, from transportation and employment to passports and parking placards designed to save community members time and energy. The township is seeing a substantial increase in demand in all its areas of service. This includes social services, adult & family counseling and youth services. Of particular note is the increase in families served by the township's client choice food pantry. The pantry is currently experiencing over 1,000 monthly family visits. The Township completed construction of the Youth Programs Challenge Course as well as a new Community Room in 2024. The Youth Services Department announced the launch of two dynamic new programs designed to promote physical activity, teamwork, and essential life skills among the youth: the Bike Safety Course and the Challenge Course. Discussion Township Supervisor, George Busse, will be present to provide a review of Township services and developments in 2024. Alternatives 1. Review of Elk Grove Township services and developments in 2024. 2. Discretion of the Village Board. Staff Recommendation This is an informational presentation and there is no staff recommendation. Attachments Elk Grove Township presentation Feb 11 2025 m MR, February 11, 2025 Presented by Supervisor George K. Busse Social Services Director Corey Dewey H Service Area and Approach Elk Grove Township is located in NorthwesA*aotnft-,v-"'gmy4fo[-*Vo�-Lt Chicago area. Elk Grove Township is the sa me geog ra ph ic size as most townships in Illinois, 28 square miles, and is home to 95,000 residents. The Township borders are: North- Central Road East.- Mt. Prospect Road South- Devon Avenue West- Route 53/Rohlwing Road Primary Township Responsibili ties 000 General Community Services 00011 Unincorporated Road and Bridge Management 00011 Community Social Services and Wellness 10101" Taxpayer Advocacy .11e� General Community Services Elk Grove Township provides a range of administrative services to both residents and non-residents. The most popular service is passport procurement, with agents fluent in English, Spanish, and Polish. New Community Services Office! 9 Passport Applications • New Passports 900 • Minor Renewals 8(x) Passport Photos Temporary Handicap Placards RX) Notary Public 600 IDNR Licenses 5W • Fishing 4W • Hunting MY) Sewer Billing Payments Voter Assistance NO • Absentee Ballot Applications 100 • Voter Registration Pzissports f�rocessed P(�r Y(2ar 2022 J 02 4 2024 This department offers a variety of free programs and services to help residents regain control of their lives and achieve self-sufficiency. • Financial Assistance • General& Emergency Assistance • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) • Nicor Sharing 100 95 90 to 85 ss E 80 n z 75 70 EA and GA Disbursements Over the Years (2021-2024) • Medical Lending Closet • Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Mobile Dental Clinic Veteran Services Officer Year `In-Transit'Community Job Board Resurne building Interview skills Ernployment Center job Seekers (2021-2024) Year FADMin.—nerius GAC,kb,.is 60000 50000 C E L, 40000 30000 3:02T 100 95 90 to 85 ss E 80 n z 75 70 EA and GA Disbursements Over the Years (2021-2024) • Medical Lending Closet • Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Mobile Dental Clinic Veteran Services Officer Year `In-Transit'Community Job Board Resurne building Interview skills Ernployment Center job Seekers (2021-2024) Year The Elk Grove Township Food Pantry aims to support individuals and families who are struggling with food insecurity in our community. The 'Client's Choice' model lets residents choose the items they prefer like fresh produce, hygiene products, essential household products, and non-perishable food items. All Elk Grove Township residents are invited to use the food pantry, all that is needed is a valid Food Pantry Card. Clients can shop by appointment Tuesday through Friday with extended evening hours one day a week. Home Deliveries are offered to home bound clients on Mondays. A total increase of 340% of households served since 2019. An average of 230 households served per => month in 2019 to an average of 1,011 Househotds served in 2024 1.2000 11000 10000 9000 Ln _C:0 8000 a, 0 X 7000 6000 5000 Households Served by Year (2021-2024) Year Dairy Products Household Essentials Fresh Produce Older Adult Benefit Specialist (position created in June 2022) o Answers questions and provides assistance dedicated specifically to seniors. • Medicare Options • Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) • Benefit Access Program 588 Applications for Ic tio r • SNAP Applications CSHIPand State Benefits • Mobile Dental Clinic • Emergency Assistance • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Helps Seniors (55+) and disabled persons (18+) get to their destinations whether is a doctor's appointment, place of employment, visit to the grocery store, senior center, and more. Launching Ecolane Evolution Software in Year Number of Ro_u1o.dTr1,P,S, February 2025 to create more efficient scheduling for both residents and drivers. 2023, 3,748 2022 3,842 1,50%1; increase 2023 ?�1,215 i c 0 i 0 2024 4,292 snce e 2021 in round -tripp s completed Township Riders Initiative Prograrr-1 (TRIP) Seniors (60+) traveling outside of the Township for doctor's appointments can register for this program. TRIP is a partnership with PACE and five surrounding townships. Community Outreach "The Community Outreach department is dedicated to increasing visibility and expanding programming to better serve our residents. Through a M1: of initiatives, we connect the community with essential resources andi. I a --It - +-,. Programming Includes: • Thanksgiving Basket Distribution o $74,000 raised and nearly 900 families served • Holiday Programs • Senior Angel Tree (over 2S0 senior wishes fulfilled) ® Holiday Gift Card Drive (nearly 200 children received gift cards) • Toy Distribution (over 2,450 toys distributed) Events Include: • Free Flu Shot Clinics • Community Services Day • Mobile DMV Unit • Shredding Events • Senior Education Day Services focused on Community Wellbeing and Mental Health This department provides counseling, assessments, and therapy. Services are provided by licensed counselors and family therapists. Sessions can be family -focused or individualized and client- centered. Counseling currently offering in English, Spanish, Hindi, and Gujarati. Services include: • Individual, Couples, and Family Counseling (3 Full-time & 2 Part-time) ® In-person &Teletherapy appointments • Psychiatric/medical management (15 current patier • ADHD Screenings • Drug Abuse Counseling • Parenting Seminars (English and Spanish) ��#, M Elk Grove Township's Youth Services Department provides a variety of high-quality programs both on-site and in the community for Township youth and their -families. All programs are designed with the Social Emotional Learning goals of the Illinois State Learning Standards and can be modified for specific school group needs. Programs include: • On-site programs ® Girls Empowerrnent, Social Empowerment, Bullying Prevention, Social Skills. • On-site programs include use of low ropes "Challenge Course." • I with School District 57 - Various Programs • Ongoing partnership with School District 59 - Newcomers Program and Future Leaders Program • Elyssa's Mission - Signs of Suicide • Partnership with District 214 Life Program (Students with Disabilities) • Student Government Day e Bicycle Safety classes onsite and in the community 2000 1750 1500 1250 0 U 1000 750 500 250 0 Sessions Completed and Clients Served (2023-2024) 2000 � 1500 as n E z 1000 M 9 2023 MIM Calendar Year Number of Youth Served (FY 2021 - FY 2025) Fiscal Year 674 - Who is considered for funding-, Any non-profit social service agency that has been in existence for at least one (1) year, that provides services within the boundaries of Elk Grove Township and whose services address the social service needs of Elk Grove Township residents may apply for Township funding. The Mental Health and Wellness Grant Committee consists of the Township Clerk (Chairman), one (1) trustee rotating annually and appointed by the Supervisor and, the Adult & Family Counseling Clinical Director, the Social Services Director and up to three (3) Elk Grove Township residents. This year the committee has proposed grants totaling $620,000 to 29 agencies, a 3% increase over last year. Agencies we support include, but are not limited to, Wings, Little City, Salvation Army, Kenneth Young Center, Shelter and Clearbrook. All funded agencies provided services that support current Township needs and whose services are utilized by the township departments. I ME 1. 6:6 Mimi Assessor's Office Providing Quality Tax Pager Advocacy From applying for tax exemptions to filing property tax appeals, the Elk Grove Township Assessor's Office can help you get answers to questions about your property tax bills. Holistic approach to community social services! Personalized, holistic approach to social services with the goal of assisting �nclivicluals to return to their community as a self supporting, • members. More empowering assistance and less transactional assistance. to .Alwaysp-scally responsible. • Increased levy only onetime in the last 12 years. • Elk Grove Township receives less than 1% of the County Property Tax Bill. • Average tax payer in Elk Grove Township pays anywhere between $5,000 to $7,000 annually which equals less than $75 to Township Tax. Townsh* Elected 0 coals and Department Directors George Busse Supervisor Connie Carosielli Assessor Suellen Satern Clerk Richard Keenley Trustee Brian Maye Trustee Dale Niewiardcaw ski Trustee David Perns Trustee lzabela Manzo Township Administrator Samantha Trigger Director of Administrative Services Corey Dewey Director of Social Services Luanne Pross Director of Adult and Family Counseling Renee Dorn Director of Youth Services