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Assessment
notices have begun to be sent out and will continue through August. The notices include important information including a
summary of 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 your 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 Union Pacific Railroad will be closing the railroad crossing on Illinois
Route 176 east of US Route 41. The closure is necessary to replace and widen
the existing railroad crossing. During this time, the Lake County Division of Transportation
will reconfigure the North Shore Bike Path at the railroad crossing by creating
a separate railroad crossing of the bike path. The work will begin at 6 a.m.
July 25 and is scheduled to reopen to traffic in the early evening of July 30. Detour information
 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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 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 a nature open house at Heron Creek in Lake Zurich
Join a fun-filled afternoon of hands-on nature exploration from 1 to 3:30 pm, July 23 at Heron Creek Forest Preserve.
Scavenger hunts, guided hikes and
live animals will introduce you to the natural wonders of this
preserve. Free. All ages are welcome. Adult supervision is
required. Meet at Shelter B. No registration is required.
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Come To Fred Fest Aug. 20
Join Fred Fest from 1 to 8 p.m. Aug. 20 at Fox River Forest Preserve in Port Barrington. There is no rain date. The
event will feature local bands, food and drinks and family-friendly activities. Details |
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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
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Discover
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. |
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Join me at the Lake Zurich Blue and You Event July 29
Lake Zurich Blue and You, a free community event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. July 29 at the Lake Zurich Police Department, 200 Mohawk Trail. Interact with local law enforcement agencies and enjoy lots of fun, including a scavenger hunt, K-9 demonstration, an opportunity to touch police vehicles and more.
Drop off your electronics to be recycled at Cuba Township facility
You
can drop off your electronics to be recycled between 7 a.m. and 2:30
p.m. Monday through Friday at the Cuba Township Road District Facility,
28070 W. Cuba Road, Barrington. This is one of the year-round
residential electronics recycling locations available in Lake
County. The service is free to Illinois residents. View accepted and non-accepted materials.
State budget, school funding, more to be discussed at summit July 28 in Kildeer
Join a legislative summit featuring Senator Dan McConchie, 26th District, Representative Ed Sullivan Jr., 51st District, and Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor. The event will run from 7 to 9 a.m. July 28 at Concorde Banquets, 20922 N. Rand Road, Kildeer. Among the topics to be discussed are the state budget, Route 53 extension, pension, workers compensation and insurance reform, school funding and more. Learn more
Get a taste at Taste of the Towns
Meet food and beverage vendors who will offer tastes of their signature items at the 10th annual Lake Zurich Area Taste of the Towns from 3 to 7 p.m. Aug. 21 at Paulus Park in Lake Zurich. Details
Come learn about fabulous fireflies
Come learn about the life cycle of fireflies through games and stories from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 15 at Old Mill Grove Park, 285 Old Mill Grove Road, Lake Zurich. Enjoy a seasonal dessert and then search for some to catch and release. Hosted by the Ancient Oaks Foundation, the program is open to ages 6 and older. Registration is requested by contacting the Lake Zurich Parks and Recreation Department.
Enjoy Barrington's Concerts in the Park series
Bring a picnic basket and your lawn chair to enjoy the free Concerts in the Park series. Concerts are held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays in the Amphitheater at Citizens Park, 511 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington. Tonight, come listen to music by Second Time Around. Details
Children's dog show
Show off your award-winning canine at the 11th annual Dog Show from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. July 27 at Citizens Park, 511 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington. The Barrington Park District's show includes prizes in a
variety of categories, and all participants receive a doggie bag.
Pre-registration is required. More information
Learn about butterflies on the Prairie
Take a butterfly tour from 1 to 3 p.m. Aug. 6 at Flint Creek Savanna at Citizens for Conservation's August youth education class. Before a trail walk, children will learn about the life cycle of
butterflies and the differences between butterflies and moths plus much more. Class is open to ages 5 to 12. For information and to register, call 847-382-7283.
Enjoy the summer programs at Ryerson Woods' Brushwood Center
The Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods Forest Preserve offers a variety of programs to enjoy this summer. From an adult coloring night to the Field Museum nature series and watching films under the stars, there is much to do. Check out upcoming activities.
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