Need a hunting license? Maine Township Clerk’s office can help

Shorter days, brisk temperatures and fall colors announce autumn’s arrival that also brings the beginning of hunting season. “If a hunting trip is in your future, we can help you get a hunting license,” says Peter Gialamas, Maine Township Clerk. “And when spring comes around, we can help with fishing licenses, too.”

Hunting licenses are available for Maine Township residents at $12.50, senior residents at $6.50 and senior residents 75 and over at $1.50. Fishing licenses are available for Maine Township residents at $15, senior residents at $7.75, and senior residents 75 and over at $1.50. Of course, Maine Township can help with more than hunting and fishing licenses. The Clerk’s office stands ready to help with a multitude of needs, according to Gialamas, who added that his office is always seeking new ways to benefit the people of Maine Township.

Other services include applications for passports which are accepted Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. as well as voter registration, free notary services, and applications for VENTRA cards and handicapped parking placards. Within a 15-minute drive of any location in Maine Township, the Clerk’s office offers free Illinois State maps and Maine Township maps with street guide. Republic Services solid waste, recycling and yard waste stickers are available for purchase.

Through the Neighbor-to-Neighbor program, the Clerk’s Office reaches out to the new families who move into Maine Township with packets containing information on all services provided by Maine Township. In addition, information is provided regarding the Cook County Sheriff’s Department, the North Maine Fire Protection District, Maine Township Public Schools, area churches, north and northwest suburban hospitals, and local Neighborhood Watch programs.

Clerk Peter Gialamas also supports Honor Flight Chicago by dedicating a portion of the yearly revenue from Passport processing fees. Groups of veterans partake in Honor Flight Chicago several times each year.

For more information on all Township departments and a full list of services, visit www.mainetown.com, call 847-297-2510 or stop by Town Hall during business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m