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Construction on the Diamond Lake Road culvert replacement is underway. Before construction was able to start, utilities had to move out of the way, the project needed to be designed, and the materials had to be special ordered. Now everything appears to be on schedule and the county’s contractor was set to begin the replacement of the culvert and the reconstruction of Diamond Lake Road this week. The contractor will first excavate and construct the foundations, then place the new large elliptical pipes, and finally reconstruct the roadway over the creek. Based on current plans and weather permitting, we estimate the road will reopen in mid-September.
 The second installment of Lake County property taxes is due Sept. 3. Please note, you received one bill in May, and you will not receive another bill for the second installment. If you have misplaced your second installment coupon, you can print a copy from the Treasurer's Office website by entering your PIN or address. Find out more
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Property assessments are being mailed out across the county. Property owners have 30 days to file an appeal from the date their assessment notice was published.
Ela Township
- Will be published on Aug. 27
- Appeal deadline is Sept. 28
Libertyville Township
- Published on Aug. 6
- Appeal deadline is Sept. 8
Vernon Township
- Published on Aug. 13
- Appeal deadline is Sept. 14
Step 1
When you get your blue assessment notice in the mail, make sure you are being accurately assessed for the right square footage and other property features.
Step 2
Visit assessor.lakecountyil.gov if you think you are being over assessed because you:
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Recently purchased your property for less than your assessed value
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Have a recent appraisal for less than your assessed value
- Are being assessed at a higher amount than comparable properties in your area
Step 3
The process to appeal your assessment is set by state law...and it is CONFUSING. We can help! You can call your township assessor with questions about your property assessment.
- Ela Township Assessor (847) 438-8370
- Libertyville Township Assessor (847) 362-5900
- Vernon Township Assessor (847) 634-4602
Step 4
You can get free, one-on-one assistance at one of our Help Centers in Vernon Hills or Grayslake. Lake County Assessment staff will help you review your assessment, decide if you would like to file an appeal and can even help you with the paperwork.
These centers are open from 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. The dates and locations are:
Sept. 1, 8, 15 and 22
College of Lake County Southlake Educational Center, 1120 S. Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills
Sept. 2, 9, 12, 16 and 24
University Center of Lake County, 1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake
Step 5
If you choose to file an appeal, you can submit the forms online, in person or by mail.
We also want to make it easy for you to attend your Board of Review hearing. You can choose to participate by phone, in person or just by submitting your appeal in writing. More “Need to Know” information is on the Board of Review tab at assessor.lakecountyil.gov
 An
EF-1 tornado recently touched down in central Lake County, packing winds of
about 100 miles per hour and leaving a lot of damage in its wake. In this
video, we take you to the impacted area. Hear from emergency responders about
the storm’s impact and the recovery as well as things you need to know to
prepare for the next one. Watch video
 Lake
County’s Strategic Plan, which serves as our road map over the next several
years, identifies five strategic goals related to transportation,
sustainability, healthy communities, economic opportunities and public safety.
Residents helped shape the plan by providing input at a series of community
forums. Residents also said they wanted to stay informed on progress being made
toward these goals. In an effort to be more accountable, accessible and
transparent, we’ve posted our progress here.
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The Lake County Clerk's Office is seeking election workers for the 2016
presidential elections on March 15 and Nov. 8. Apply by visiting the county
clerk’s election workers web page. For information, call 847-377-2408.
 The Lake County Sheriff's
Office has received reports of
Lake County residents getting fraudulent telephone calls from individuals
representing themselves as someone from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. In
these instances, the offenders are using tools to “spoof” their telephone
number, making it appear on recipients’ caller identification as a telephone
number used by the Sheriff’s Office, when that is not the case. If you think
you’ve received a fraudulent telephone call, contact the Sheriff’s Office at 847-377-4000.
For information, visit the Sheriff’s Office
website.
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 Forest Preserves News
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 Youth
Receive Work Experience, Public Gets Fresh Produce at Green Youth Farm
On a one-acre farm nestled within the Greenbelt Forest Preserve in North
Chicago, the Green Youth
Farm of Lake County is providing high school students with paid work experience
and exposure to healthy foods while providing the community with organic
produce for free or at a reduced cost.
The
public is invited to buy the fresh produce from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays
through Oct. 7 at the Greenbelt
Cultural Center and
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 10 at the Greenbelt Forest Preserve. Learn more.
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Discover 50 Native Species to Plant at Annual Conserve Lake County Event
Conserve Lake County will hold its annual native
shrub and tree sale through Sept. 18. This online-only sale offers more than 50
native species that promote eco-friendly landscapes and land stewardship.
Deliveries will arrive Oct. 2 and 3 at Conserve Lake County’s Almond Marsh
headquarters, 32492 N. Almond Road, Grayslake. Call 847-548-5989 for
information or visit Conserve Lake County’s website.
See How Cleaning Up the Des Plaines River Can Be A Party Sept. 12
Join the Des Plaines River Cleanup Party from 9 a.m.
to 1 p.m. Sept. 12. There are several ways to join the party. Reservations are required
to participate. Meet on land at Half Day Woods, 24255 N. Milwaukee Ave.,
Mundelein. Contact Bill Sullivan at sullyw2@comcast.net to
join. To help on water, experienced paddlers who have their own boats and gear
can meet at Rivershire Park, 45 Londonberry Lane, Lincolnshire. To join this
event, contact Rob Ratz at scootred1996@yahoo.com.
All participants are then invited to join an after event party at 1:30 p.m. at
Dam 1 Woods, 492 E. Dundee, Wheeling.
 I recently met with
acclaimed documentary photographer, Ryan Spencer Reed to discuss Waukegan’s new
ArtWise initiative. The initiative aims to highlight the importance of art in
our communities by displaying different forms of art along a specific theme.
This year’s theme is “Those Who Serve” and showcases Reed’s photography series
as well as contributions by local theatres, writers, and other artists. Watch now.
Hawthorn Woods To Hold Fall Family Fun Fest
Join the annual Hawthorn Woods Fall Family Fun Fest from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 12 at the Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center, 94 Midlothian Road. Touch a truck, try some arts and crafts, and go on a mini-train
ride at this free event. Also, listen to Chuckaroo and the
Fabulous Memories, and meet village staff. More information
Hawthorn Woods Concerts in the Park
Fridays at 6:30 p.m. through Sept. 11 at Community Park. Enjoy a sweet summer night with good friends and great music. Summer concerts are FREE to everyone and are held on Friday evenings from 6:30pm – 8:00pm at Community Park (unless otherwise noted). Food vendors are on-site for every concert.
Check Out Vernon Hills Public Works at Open House
The Vernon Hills Public Works Open House will take place from 4 to 7 p.m Sept. 15 at 490 Greenleaf Drive. There will be truck exhibits, vendor exhibits, giveaways, food, and fun for the family. More information
Visit Vernon Hills' French Market
Seeking to support local farmers and artisans and bring back the European-inspired marketplace, come see Vernon Hills' French market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through September. The market is held at the Metra parking lot, 75 E. Route 45. Details
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