Black History Month Proclamation

February is Black History Month- In recognition of history and culture, Mayor Johnson has issued an official proclamation for the record regarding Black History Month. To read they Mayor's proclamation click here.

Local Business Grants

Applications are now being accepted for two local business grant programs. Refer to the grant information page at www.Libertyville.com/BusinessGrants to download the Program Booklet with Application. Approved projects will receive reimbursement upon completion (previously completed work will not be considered).

• Business Resiliency Grant: Designed to encourage existing business growth, expansion and sustainability through matching grants of up to $5000, and is limited to customer facing, sales tax producing entities. Potential uses include, but are not limited to, online sales platform development, marketing program development, equipment acquisition, projecting signage, green/sustainable enhancements, etc. The application deadline is ongoing subject to funding availability.
• Facade & Property Enhancement Grant: Provides funding towards renovation of dated or deteriorated existing facades or site conditions on commercial buildings in certain commercially zoned districts outside the downtown (includes C-2 & C-3), and will include matching grants up to $25,000. Projects approved for funding will have 12 months for completion. Applications are due April 1, 2024 for the current grant period, additional grant application rounds may be announced subject to funding.

Business Recognition Highlight- Murphy's Health Foods & Juice Bar

Murphy’s Health Foods & Juice Bar was recently recognized by the Economic Development Commission based on nominations to the Village’s Business Recognition Program. Located at 400 N Milwaukee Avenue in downtown Libertyville, this full service health food store also offers consultations and a juice bar with light fare. Watch their video highlight here.

2-1-1 Day

Sunday, February 11th is 211 Day. Lake County will be celebrating the tremendous impact 211 has made in Lake County, including responding to more than 250,000 requests for help since its launch. 

211 is the go-to, 24/7 three-digit resource that helps millions of people in North America get connected to information about available local resources and services. Last year, 211 team members compassionately answered 8,644 calls and texts from Lake County community members, with 12,493 needs requested and 16,744 referrals made, mostly for help with housing and shelter, utilities, food, employment and income support, and healthcare. To learn  more click here.