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ASSESSOR'S OFFICE TO WORK REMOTELY

The Shields Township Assessor's office will be closed beginning March 17th until further notice. The Assessor and staff will be working remotely and accessible via email. You may also call the...

Health Department Offers Reduced Well Water Testing Rate

Lake County, Ill. — In observance of National Ground Water Awareness Week, the Lake County Health Department is offering a reduced well water testing fee for homeowners who use well water...

BOARD MEETING CHANGE OF DATE

The December board meeting date- where the annual levy will be passed- will be changed from Thursday Dec 12 to Tuesday Dec 17. It will be held at 6:30 pm at the Shields Township second floor...

About Shields Township

Lake County, in the northeastern corner of Illinois, consists of 18 townships. Shields Township is located on the shore of Lake Michigan and encompasses approximately 18 square miles. It includes all or a portion of Lake Forest, North Chicago, Lake Bluff, and unincorporated Knollwood and Arden Shores.

Not sure if you live in Shields? Click here to use the Lake County "Places Close to Home" tool. When you enter your address, it will show all your taxing districts as well as locations of local schools, police stations, and more.

Being a Good Neighbor

Shields Township is a member of RESPOND Lake County, a network of social service agencies and government working collaboratively and efficiently to provide comprehensive services to residents.

Shields Township encourages residents to take an active role in assisting neighbors in need. Please consider making a donation to one of the social service agencies that serve Shields Township residents (see our Social Service Organizations page for links). We also welcome donations of food, money, or volunteer hours to our Food Pantry. Contact the Supervisor's Office for more information.

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