 The proposed IL Route 53/120 project is at a
critical juncture as the Tollway considers initiating an Environmental Impact
Statement (EIS) process to study the project in detail and solicit public
input. Many residents have questions about the project and unfortunately
there is a lot of misinformation being shared. In this video, Chairman Aaron Lawlor and Lake County Transportation Alliance
Executive Director Steve Park provide facts about the proposed plan and dispel
some of the myths. To learn more about the proposed IL Route 53 extension,
visit ilroute53.org.
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The Lake County Division of Transportation
(LCDOT) has begun an intersection improvement study of Ela Road and Long Grove
Road in Barrington and Deer Park. This study will address intersection
safety, existing capacity and future travel demands, as well as pedestrian and
bicyclist accommodations in the project area. The public is invited to attend a meeting where LCDOT will
present the study schedule, planning process, and stakeholder involvement
opportunities. The meeting also is an opportunity to share comments and concerns
regarding transportation issues in the area.
Date: Nov. 12
Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
Location: Church
of Barrington, 1600 E. Main St., Barrington
Gymnasium (entrance in rear of building)
 The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) has
opened the new roundabout at River Road and Roberts Road in Lake Barrington.
This is the fifth roundabout in Lake County. In many locations, roundabouts
provide safer and more efficient traffic flow than standard intersections and
they are a key component of the Lake County highway system. Learn more
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The County Board will vote on the 2016 budget next
week. The budget allocates $414 million to core services, such as the
courts and public safety, transportation, and health services. Our budget is
balanced and is $7 million less than last year, and our total number of
employees is down 13% from a decade ago. If approved by the full Board, the
County’s tax levy on existing properties will remain flat. (As a reminder, the
County’s portion of a property tax bill is about 7%). Lake County is fiscally stable
due to the Board’s focus on strategic, long-term, data-driven decisions and the
Board’s commitment to fiscal responsibility. We continue to invest in our
infrastructure like roads and focus on operational efficiencies, including
sharing services with other governments. We are also using data to align
operational staffing levels to amount of workload. The uncertainty of the State
budget and potential State funding cuts continue to place significant pressure
on our budget. Read
the FY 2016 Recommended Budget.
 Several
Lake County communities have set their trick-or-treat hours for this year. Find
out when it’s happening in your area by viewing Visit Lake County's latest
guide. View now
Don’t Throw Away Your Pumpkin. Compost
Them
Drop off your
pumpkins for composting. The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County will take your
pumpkins between 9 a.m. and noon Saturday, Nov. 7 at the College of Lake County Grayslake
Campus. Remove all decorations including candles, yarn, plastic eyes or mouths
from the pumpkin. More information
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Cuba Township has agreed to offer a free, year-round residential electronics recycling collection location. The Road District Facility building is the designated collection site, located at 28070 W. Cuba Road in Barrington. The site is open from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For information about recycling residential electronics, contact the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County. |
Lake County recently completed a thorough Rate and
Connection Fee Analysis, which indicated that the County’s
portion of the water and sewer rates needed to be adjusted for the first time
in nearly four years to ensure the most safe and reliable service possible. As
a result, the water and sewer rates will increase for all customers receiving
service from the Lake County Department of Public Works starting on Dec. 1, 2015.
Even with this increase, Public Works costs for service remain among the lowest
in the region, and they are continually working to improve efficiencies and
infrastructure and are committed to planning for the future. Conserving
water helps Public Works minimize future rate adjustments, so you are
encouraged to check out these water
conservation tips. You can view
the sewer rates on Public Work’s website. If you have any questions
regarding the new rates, call Public Works at 847-377-7500.
 Forest Preserves News
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 Take A Civil War Journey
Visit
a new exhibit at the Lake County Discovery Museum titled, “Civil War Journey:
The Maps and Sketches of Private Robert Sneden.” Featuring eyewitness accounts and images from Union soldier Robert Knox
Sneden’s (1832–1918) memoir, the exhibit provide a unique perspective on the
Civil War. See the exhibit through Jan. 3.
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As we head into fall,
start thinking about protecting yourself and your family against the flu. The Lake County Health Department offers the flu vaccine by appointment
only at the Immunizations Clinic, 2303 Dodge Ave., Waukegan. More information |
You are
invited to provide your input on Metra’s proposed 2016 budget. Metra is holding a series of eight
public hearings throughout the Chicago area, including one in Lake County.
Provide comments on the proposed budget by attending a public hearing, email, mail, or fax. The proposed $945.5 million budget includes
an increase in fare revenue to cover operating expenses and capital
improvements. Details of the hearing in Lake County are below:
Date:
Thursday, Nov. 5 from 5 – 8 p.m.
Location: Mundelein Village Hall, 300 Plaza Circle, More information
East Cuba Road Section Closed for Utility Repairs
A section of East Cuba Road from Krueger to west of Old McHenry Road in Lake Zurich has been closed for utility repairs. Repairs are expected to take five to six weeks. For detour information, go to the Village of Lake Zurich Facebook page.
Vision screening bus to come to Lake Zurich Nov. 6
Free low vision screenings will be provided between 10 a.m. and noon Nov. 6 at the the Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Co-sponsored by Ela Township 55 Plus, the screenings will be offered on a drop-in basis only.
Enjoy Trick or Treating
Starting at noon Saturday, Oct. 31, enjoy free trick or
treating, while supplies last, at Deer Park Center, 20530 N. Rand Road, Deer Park. Enjoy free face painting, balloon
art and a stilt walker. Learn about fire prevention and touch the Lake Zurich fire
truck.
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