John K. Collins McHenry County Board District 2

10/27/2022

Eleven early voting locations for the Nov. 8 election are now open throughout McHenry County! Visit https://bit.ly/3TJljoG for a list of locations and hours of operation.

10/27/2022

Help protect your kids from the threat of severe COVID illness. Everyone 6 months or older should get a COVID vaccine, and everyone 5 years of age or older is eligible for the updated booster. Find vaccines near you at vaccines.gov.

09/05/2022

09/04/2022

The McHenry County Department of Health is encouraging McHenry County residents to prepare and plan for emergencies as part of September’s National Preparedness Month.

Disasters usually happen without warning, changing lives in an instant. They can range from natural disasters like blizzards to man-made disasters like terrorist attacks. Over the past couple of years, the nation has grappled with the COVID-19 pandemic, and Illinois has had its own unique set of natural disasters: severe storms, tornadoes and flooding. When an emergency strikes, knowing what to do before, during and after may make all the difference when seconds count.

Being safe and ready is always a good idea, no matter what time of year it is, but MCDH is encouraging people to participate in their own preparedness during NPH. This year’s NPM theme, developed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Ready Campaign, is “A Lasting Legacy”, which focuses on protecting oneself and family by preparing for disasters to create a lasting family legacy.

MCDH is encouraging people to build their family legacy in the following ways:

• Prepare Children - Prepare children for emergencies by making sure they know important phone numbers and by speaking with them about preparedness and how they can navigate to safety during a frightening situation.
• Build A Kit - Put together an emergency kit with supplies needed to last for several days: non-perishable food, water, flashlights, radios, batteries, a first aid kit and extra medications.
• Make A Plan - Make a plan and discuss it with friends a family. Consider evacuation routes and any special needs family members may have if a disaster strikes.
• Prepare Pets - Plan for pets by having an updated photo of them in case they get separated, and by building them an emergency kit with medicine they may need, grooming items, identification (collar with an ID or microchip), food and water.

Staff from MCDH’s Emergency Preparedness and Response program are inviting residents to join them at community events throughout McHenry County in September. Staff will be available to answer preparedness questions, share tips and hold trivia games for all ages. The winners will receive prizes that can be used to help build emergency kits. Look for them at the following events:

• McHenry Farmer’s Market – From 5 to 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 1, 3400 Pearl Street, McHenry
• Woodstock Farmer’s Market – From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sept. 10, Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren Street, Woodstock
• Mexican Independence Day Celebration – From 5 to 7 p.m. on Sept. 18, Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren Street, Woodstock

For more information about MCDH’s Emergency Preparedness and Response program, please visit https://bit.ly/MCDHER.

09/02/2022

The McHenry County Circuit Clerk’s Office will be hosting an Amnesty Week from Sept. 12-16 to offer people the opportunity to pay past-due case fines and unpaid traffic tickets without collection fees and interest. Visit https://bit.ly/3Kxf6c4 to learn more.

08/30/2022

The McHenry County Sheriff's Office is inviting you to a free, family-friendly Open House to show the public everything they do. Stop in from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 for child fingerprinting, jail cell tours, vehicle and equipment displays, motorcycle & K9 demonstrations, and more!

08/30/2022

The McHenry County Workforce Network is teaming up with McHenry County College and the State of Illinois to host two events to connect workers with disabilities with employers looking to hire. The first is a Sept. 28 workshop for employers, and the second is an Oct. 5 job fair for people with disabilities to meet employers ready to hire. We'll remind you all closer to the events, so stay tuned!

08/30/2022

Time is running out to apply to be a McHenry County Sheriff's Office patrol deputy! The deadline is noon on Friday, Sept. 2. Visit https://www.mchenrysheriff.org/join-us/ to learn more and apply to join one of the best, most professional law enforcement agencies in Illinois.

08/30/2022

As a reminder, the annual McHenry County Water Forum will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. this Wednesday, Aug. 31 at McHenry County College ! No registration is required for the free event where you can learn about the county’s water supply, and what people and government can do to ensure its cleanliness and sustainability for future generations. And did we mention there's free food? Visit www.mchenryh2o.com to learn more.

08/30/2022

08/30/2022

The American Veterans Traveling Tribute Wall is coming to Milky Way Park in Harvard from Sept. 8 to Sept. 11. The Harvard Chamber of Commerce & Industry needs volunteers to help people find names, watch the exhibit at night, and offer other assistance. Visit www.harvardchamber.com and hover over the Traveling Tribute bar at the top of the page to sign up.