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I am excited about the kickoff of televising our Finance Committee meetings starting on Wednesday August 3rd at 1pm. You can watch this broadcast live from the 10th floor in Waukegan online or later on LCTV. After much debate over the past several years we finally received approval mostly because of the leadership and persistence of my fellow Board Member Sandy Hart of Lake Bluff.
Actions taken by the Lake County Board Committees (Public Works & Transportation, Planning Building & Zoning, Law & Judicial, Revenue Records & Legislation, and Health & Community Services) then channels through the Finance Committee prior to full Lake County Boards final action. Most of the real action and debate takes place at our Committee meetings. While there was some concern the Finance meetings could take longer if televised, with possibly a little more detail on some items, there should be very little change in how we normally operate.
Along with us shedding more light for the public to see what we do here at Committee, I am also excited about the press being able to tune in since they have rarely attend these meetings. It is very important for the public to know how we deal with issues individually and as a group so you can weigh in and express your thoughts to us. I know this new practice can promote better communications, but you need to participate to make that Happen. Please Watch!
 A mosquito pool sampled June 23 in Highland Park
has tested positive for West Nile virus, the first confirmed indicator of the
disease’s presence in Lake County this year. In 2015, five human cases of
West Nile virus were reported in Lake County. You can report areas of stagnant
water which are conducive to mosquito breeding by calling the Lake County
Health Department’s West Nile virus hotline at 847-377-8300. View signs
and symptoms.
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Assessment
notices will be sent out through August. The notices include the current year’s valuation changes, property characteristics,
homestead exemptions received on the previous tax bill, and more. If you
have questions or concerns regarding the assessed value of your property,
discuss this with our local
township assessor’s office.
Tax Assessment Help Centers
Get
one-on-one assistance at a tax assessment help center or the Chief County
Assessment Office to understand your assessment and/or file an appeal. Learn more about the help centers
offered
Filing an appeal? Use our online system
Our quick and convenient Online Appeal Filing System allows you to get your
appeal information to the Board of Review without the hassle of mailing or hand
delivering them to the
Chief County Assessment Office in Waukegan. Learn more about the process to file an appeal including reasons to
appeal and the hearing process.
 The Solid Waste
Agency of Lake County will hold its next mobile household chemical waste
collection from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 16 at Deerfield High School,
1959 N. Waukegan Road. There is no appointment needed, and no cost for Illinois
residents. Learn more about household chemical waste collections.
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 To
address the growing number of Lake County residents struggling with opioid
addiction, the Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center is
doubling the capacity of its Medication Assisted Treatment program. Treatment
will be expanded to 200 people through a $325,000 grant from the Health
Resources and Services Administration.
The
need for this service has increased, as the number of substance abuse related
deaths in Lake County have tripled in the past 20 years. Through this
grant, the County plans to enhance the program and reduce the number of
overdose deaths. The funds will provide medications, increase medical provider
hours, add substance abuse counselors and a licensed clinical social worker. Watch this video to learn more about the expansion of the MAT
program.
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 In an effort to help address the serious and
growing drug addiction problem in our communities, Lake County, SWALCO,
and local law enforcement have partnered on a program that allows people to
drop off controlled substances at local
police departments. These drugs often include opioids, such as
heroin, morphine, and prescription pain relievers. Watch our latest Dirty Jobs
episode as Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor participates in the delivery,
sorting and disposal process.
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 Lake County is
participating in a new, bipartisan national Data-Driven Justice
Initiative, launched June 30 by President Barack Obama. Lake County is
among 67 city, county, and state governments across the country that have been
selected to join this initiative because of our commitment to innovative
solutions that reduce our jail population, better serve our communities, and
save taxpayer money. View Lake County’s news release
and the White
House Fact Sheet
for details on the Data-Driven Justice Initiative.
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 Grayslake workforce
development satellite site has moved
Effective
Monday, July 11, the Lake County Workforce Development Satellite site at the
College of Lake County in Grayslake has moved to Building 4. The times
for the information sessions at this site also have changed. Learn more
Do you need assistance finding a job?
Lake
County Workforce Development can help you find your next job, and can even
connect you with resources to help develop your skills. Reach their latest Success
newsletter, which highlights how recent job seekers and trainees recently
made the employment connection!
Upcoming
Community Job and Resource Fair
Meet with local employers at the upcoming Job Community
Job & Resource Fair. Bring plenty of resumes, and dress in business, or
business casual attire. More information
When: 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. July
28
Where: Greenbelt Cultural Center,
1215 S. Green Bay Road, North Chicago
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 Forest Preserve News
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 Join RX
for Health-Walking in Nature
Take a guided tour of Lake County's forest preserves as part of the Rx for
Health-Walking in Nature program. Hear from naturalists and health professionals
as you stroll through woodlands and prairies while improving your health and
your knowledge of nature. The next walk will be Saturday, July 16 at Middleford Savanna Forest Preserve in Lake Forest. These walks are open to all ages. Those 16 and
younger must be accompanied by an adult. All walks start at 4 p.m. Check out the full walk schedule
Adopt an acre or mile. Keep forest preserves beautiful
The
Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves offers Lake County Forest Preserve users the
opportunity to help make a difference by adopting an acre of their favorite
forest preserve or a mile of their favorite trail. Donations to the Adopt An Acre or Adopt A Mile program support long-term maintenance of the
preserves and trails you love. More information
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 Visit
drop-in programs at Ryerson Woods
Stop by the Ryerson Woods Welcome
Center on Sundays throughout the summer to celebrate and learn about
nature. Drop-in programs are offered from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Aug. 7.
Each weekend, fun, hands-on activities about a different topic will be
presented by Forest Preserve educators.
Swim and
play at Independence Grove beach
Grab your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen, and head to the
beach at Independence Grove in
Libertyville. The beach offers 400 feet of sand along a 115-acre
lake. The beach gets even better on Family Fun Fridays with
games, contests and prizes around a different theme each week. The beach is open
daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. unless otherwise posted. Learn more.
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 Discover
deep discounts at Discovery Museum gift store
Now through Aug. 31, the Lake County Discovery Museum in
Wauconda is offering sensational deals on everything in the gift store.
Get 60
percent off in July and 70 percent off in August.
Around
the World in 180 Days: Adlai E. Stevenson II 1953 World Tour
See never-before-seen photographs document Adlai E. Stevenson II while on
assignment for Look magazine at the Lake County Discovery Museum.
Stevenson was hired to go on a six-month tour of Europe and Asia to report on
social, political, and economic conditions in over 30 countries. Follow
Stevenson as he meets with the young Queen Elizabeth II in England, Prime
Minister Nehru in India, Prime Minister Ben-Gurion in Israel and other heads of
state, interacts with local citizens, and sneaks out to visit local markets,
all while assuming the role as America’s unofficial diplomat to the
world. Learn more.
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 Enjoy concerts at Independence Grove
Enjoy some wonderful music under the stars at Independence Grove
Forest Preserve in Libertyville. The Events in the Plaza outdoor
concerts are held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, through Aug. 9. There are no rain dates. Check out this year’s concert lineup.
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 Walk on
the wildflower side
Uncover the secrets of wildflowers, and learn about
the folklore and healing powers they hold. Take a leisurely
guided walk in a different preserve each month. Along the way, you'll
learn to identify some of the lovely wildflowers found in Lake County. Learn more.
Summer Horizons Magazine
Available Online
Horizons is a free quarterly publication that features stories on
Lake County wildlife, nature and history, Forest Preserve news, and a
calendar of programs and events. Check out the summer issue where you can learn
about Blanding’s turtles and join the Adopt-a-Turtle
campaign. Read Horizons online, or subscribe to
receive it for free in print form.
Connect
with the Forest Preserves!
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LCFPD Calendar of Programs and Events
Hike our LCFPD Trails
Join Highwood Days and first ever North Shore Taco Fest
Join Highwood Days and the North Shore Taco Fest July 20 to 24. The festival is complete with carnival rides, food, drinks and more. To add to the excitement, Highwood will debut its first North Shore Taco Fest featuring the region’s best to offer a wide range of mouth watering taco creations. Read more
Enjoy food, drinks and music at Highland Park artisan market
Come out and enjoy artisan food, drink and crafts from over 20 local vendors while enjoying live outdoor musical performances at the Ravinia District of Highland Park Artisan Market. The event takes place from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 18 at Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams at St. Johns and Roger Williams avenues. Details
Feel free to contact me at 847.456.6933 or smandel@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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