 Did you know 60 percent of teen crashes occur
when the drivers are distracted? To reduce this, Lake County law enforcement
and traffic safety partners are working together to educate motorists about the
dangers of texting and driving, and increased traffic safety patrols will be
enforcing the hand-held cell phone ban through Labor Day. Watch this video to
learn more about the #DropItAndDrive campaign.
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 Our
regional transit system is the second largest in the country by passenger miles
traveled (only behind New York). The Regional Transportation Authority is
responsible for planning and funding regional transit, which includes CTA, PACE
and Metra. In this County Update, learn more about the RTA’s transit
priorities, efforts underway to create accessible, walkable and livable
communities, and the RTA’s Trip Planner, which provides step-by-step directions
for using public transportation in the Chicago region. Watch video
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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. Watch this video for step-by-step assistance to file an appeal online. Learn more about the process to file an appeal including reasons to appeal and the hearing process.
Get Answers to Your Property Tax Assessment Questions
 What
are the top reasons to go to your local farmers market? Watch this video as residents and shoppers share their reasons.
Lake County has over 20 markets, so there is sure to be one close to you. Use the farmers market finder.
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Submit
your input by Aug. 15 as the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)
develops its new ON TO 2050 comprehensive plan. The agency seeks input about
transportation systems, access to jobs, housing, preservation of natural areas,
workable tax policies and more. The goal of the ON TO 2050 plan is to enhance
quality of life for the seven counties and 284 municipalities of northeastern
Illinois. Send an email to onto2050@cmap.illinois.gov
to share your ideas or to schedule a workshop to discuss the challenges and
opportunities in your community. Visit CMAP’s Get Involved web page to
learn more.
 Forest Preserve News
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 Enjoy free museum admission through August
On Sept. 1, the Lake County Discovery Museum will close its doors
at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda, pack up
its vast collections and move to its new Libertyville location. A
grand opening is anticipated in late 2017. As our thank you for 40 great
years at Lakewood, the Museum is offering free admission through August.
Don't miss your chance to visit the Museum and view its current exhibitions
before the end of the month. Stop by the gift store and get 70 percent off your
purchase. Details
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Fresh produce available from Green Youth Farm
Through early
October, purchase organically grown
produce from the Green Youth Farm, located
in North Chicago. The farm stand is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays.
Each summer, teens from low-income communities gain invaluable experience
working at the farm.
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 AAA
Bond Rating Awarded for 15th Straight Year
The Lake County Forest
Preserve District has been awarded the AAA bond rating by both Standard &
Poor's Financial Services (S&P) and Moody’s Investors Service, two of the
top credit rating agencies in the world. The AAA rating, the highest possible,
indicates that an entity has an extremely strong capability to meet its debt
obligations. Of the 250 rated recreation districts nationwide, the Lake County
Forest Preserves is
one of only a handful rated AAA. Learn more
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Take the Des Plaines River Trail Challenge
Travel the entire 31.4 miles of the Des Plaines River Trail (DPRT) by Nov. 30
and be rewarded. The final section of the DPRT was completed
in 2015 and now spans the length of the county. Help
celebrate this amazing gem by using it. Bike it. Boat it. Walk it or run
it. Or, you can make a donation to help the Forest Preserves keep it
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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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In Lake County, we appreciate the dedication and
commitment of the men and women who have served in the United States Military.
To honor their service, we offer resources to help veterans and their families.
To learn more, check out this brochure, which details the assistance the
Lake County Veterans Assistance Commission provides, the Veterans Treatment and
Assistance Court, how to request a military service discharge record, and more.
Families and Loved Ones of Military are Invited to Service Connections
Family
and loved ones of those who serve or have served in the military are invited to
connect with others at an event from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11 at the
Dryhootch/Lake County Veterans and Family Services Foundation drop-in center,
100 S. Atkinson Road, Suite 110, Grayslake. For information, contact Regina at
847-986-4622.
 The Lake County Children’s Advocacy Center recently
broke ground for its Healing Garden, a place to bring comfort to child victims
of abuse. The Children’s Advocacy Center works with the State’s Attorney’s
Office and Lake County police departments to investigate and help successfully
prosecute offenders of child abuse without causing further trauma to the child
victim. Watch this video to learn more.
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Help raise awareness about suicide prevention by
participating in the fourth annual “Wauk” for Awareness 5K event on Aug. 27. 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 K-9 demonstration, a jump house and wellness screening. Learn more
Join Zion's Labor Day tradition at Jubilee Days
Write on your calendar now to join a Labor Day tradition in Zion,
the 68th annual Jubilee Days Festival. The festival, which will run
Sept. 3 to 5 will include a full weekend of fun including the 5K run, Miss Zion
pageants, the parade, live music and more. Learn more
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