The City of Taylorville announced that it will hold its annual lottery for lake lots, campgrounds, and boat docks on Friday, April 17, at 5:00 pm. at the lake shop. Taylorville residents will receive priority in the drawing, with out-of-town applicants to be considered afterward.

Rentals available this year include lake lots, campgrounds, and a limited number of boat docks. Lake lots are priced at $650 with an additional $300 security deposit. Campground spaces cost $1,000, also requiring a $300 security deposit, while boat docks are available for $250.

All fees must be paid on the day of the drawing. The city accepts cash, check, or money order, as well as debit and credit card payments. There will be a 2.3% processing fee applied to card transactions.

To participate in the lottery, applicants are required to present a valid photo ID. City officials also emphasized that individuals without proper identification will not be permitted to sign up.

Current leaseholders who are selected for a new lot or campground must complete and sign relinquishment paperwork on the day of the drawing before entering into a new lease agreement.

A list of available properties reported by The City of Taylorville is as follows:

• Lake Lots With Power are 135, 148, 162, 203, 212, 231, 243, 341, 376, and 410.

• Lake Lots Without Power include 132 and 155.

• Campgrounds available as of now are 11, 15, 26, 33, 34, 50, and 86.

• Currently, the only available boat dock is 19.

City officials are encouraging interested participants to prepare in advance and ensure all required documentation and payment methods are ready.

For additional information, residents can contact the City Clerk’s Office at 217-824-2101.