New 2015 Assessment Notices will be mailed/published in Aug.
Since all of my District 11 is in Moraine Township, I am suggesting that your first stop be the Township Assessor Cynthia Plouche with any questions you might have concerning your Assessments/Property taxes. Our Assessor has put together this attached resource piece to help you understand the process. Call Cynthia Plouche at 847-432-2100 or email at CPlouche@moraineassessor.org for any additional information or questions.
 There are also Lake County resources available to help residents work one on one with a member of the Chief County Assessment Office for assistance with evaluating their property tax assessment. Taxpayer advocates are available between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the assessment office, 18 N. County St., 7th Floor in Waukegan.
There also are tax assessment help centers to receive help. These centers are open from 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. The dates and locations are:
Aug. 11, 18 and 25 and Sept. 1, 8, 15 and 22
College of Lake County Southlake Educational Center, 1120 S. Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills
Aug. 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 27, Sept. 2, 9, 12, 16 and 24
University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake
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Through August 2, the Highland Park Police Department will join with Bannockburn, Deerfield, Lake Forest, and Highwood Police Departments to conduct on-going education and enforcement for traffic violations committed by bicyclists and motorists. Read on...
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A mosquito pool (or batch of mosquitoes) sampled
in Lake County has tested positive for West Nile virus. This is the first
confirmed indicator of the disease’s presence in Lake County in 2015. You
may report areas of stagnant water (conducive for mosquito breeding) as well as
locations of dead birds, or learn more about the signs and symptoms of West
Nile virus by calling the West Nile hotline number at (847) 377-8300. Learn
more about Mosquito protection at www.fightthebitenow.com. Read news release
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The Lake County Sheriff’s Office Cybercrime Unit
pursues online predators who seek to meet underage children and those who
possess inappropriate images and videos of children. Follow these officers as
they conduct a search warrant for a man believed to be in possession of child
pornography in attached video. Persons placed under arrest are presumed innocent until proven
guilty in a court of law.
 The Lake County Sheriff’s Office will form the Lake
County Gang Task Force, a law enforcement collaborative comprised of federal
and local law enforcement agencies to address the increased migration of gang
members into Lake County. The task force will collaborate with educational,
faith-based, civic and parent organizations providing gang-awareness
presentations and developing stronger community relations to prevent gangs from
recruiting youth. Read press release
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Join the third annual Waukegan Cares Foundation’s
“Wauk for Awareness” 5K event Aug. 22. Designed to raise awareness and support
the Lake County Suicide Prevention Task Force, the warm-up will begin at 10:30
a.m. at Founders Park, 10385 W. Beach Road, Beach Park. The walk will begin at
11 a.m. The festival also will feature a police dunk tank, a police K-9
demonstration, a jump house and wellness screening. About 25 agencies that offer
services to the community will be there. Details
The Lake County
Stormwater Management Commission seeks your input as to how it can better
manage the stormwater issues and needs. The commission's mission is
to coordinate stormwater activities of over 90 local jurisdictions to
improve water quality, reduce flood damages, and restore and enhance the
natural drainage system. Attend one of the scheduled public outreach meetings. You also may provide ideas by completing the
following survey.
For information about the updated plan, visit the project web page.
Meet a representative
at the Job Center of Lake County to learn about career opportunities available
as a physical security or law enforcement specialist with the Federal
Protective Service. The meeting will take place between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. July
30 at the Job Center, 1 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. More
info
 Forest Preserve News
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Out A New Forest Preserve To Enjoy
The
Lake County Forest Preserves will reach a special milestone this year as the
trail designed to extend across the county from Russell Road to Lake Cook Road
along the Des Plaines River gets completed this fall. In this County Update,
Lake County Forest Preserves President Ann Maine welcomes you to one of her
favorite places, Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwoods to tell you about more
than 182 miles of forest preserve trails, the programming and ways you can
discover online all the forest preserves can offer. Watch now.
Come To Fred Fest Aug. 15 at Fox River Forest Preserve
Enjoy a day of music and family fun while supporting the Preservation
Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves at the 3rd Annual Fred Fest. The event will run
from 1 p.m. to dusk Aug. 15 at the Fox
River Forest Preserve in Port Barrington. The musical lineup features five popular
Barrington-area musicians and bands. Also enjoy a full line-up of children’s
activities.
Provide Input On How
Stormwater Management Can Improve
The Lake County Stormwater Management
Commission seeks your input as to how it can better manage the stormwater
issues and needs. The commission's mission is to
coordinate stormwater activities of over 90 local jurisdictions to
improve water quality, reduce flood damages, and restore and enhance the
natural drainage system. Attend one of the scheduled public outreach meetings. You also may provide ideas by completing the
following survey. For
information about the updated plan, visit the project web page.
Check Out Tuesday Night Concerts at Independence Grove
Tuesday evening outdoor concerts at Independence
Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville feature critically acclaimed
recording artists performing a range of musical styles. These
relax-on-the-lawn concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. through Aug. 4. View
the concert
schedule.
Bring Kids To Go Golfing This Summer
Through August 31, each full-paying adult golfer may
bring up to two children ages 17 and younger for no additional charge to Brae Loch, Countryside or ThunderHawk golf courses. This promotion is valid
anytime Monday through Friday and after 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Call
847-968-4295 for details.
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us on Instagram for a simple and fun way to share moments spent
in your Lake County Forest Preserves.
Want To Learn More? Check Out Our Blogs
Learn more about natural events in Lake County and discover the county’s
history by subscribing to our Lake County natural and cultural history blogs. There’s
also a blog to check out the Lake County Discovery Museum’s Curt Teich Postcard Archives, the largest
public collection of postcards and related materials.
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LCFPD Calendar of Programs and Events
Hike our LCFPD Trails
Feel free to contact me at 847.456.6933 orsmandel@lakecountyil.gov.
It's an honor to serve you.
Sincerely,
Steven W. Mandel
Lake County Board Member / Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner
District 11, Highland Park - Highwood - Deerfield
2157 Saint Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
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