 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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Work is underway to resurface Hunt Club Road from Stearns School Road to IL 173. Since the section between Millburn Road to Wadsworth
Road was recently resurfaced when roundabouts were installed, that section
will not be included. The southern leg of this project has been widened
four feet on both sides to provide bike friendly shoulders. View the project website for more details.
 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
 Forest Preserve News
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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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 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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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 have served in the military are invited to come meet others who share
the military experience at an event from 6:30 to 8 p.m. 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.
 If you are sending your
child off to day care or to school, now is the time to ensure your child is up
to date on recommended vaccines. Parents who are unable to afford vaccinations
may be eligible for the Federal Vaccine for Children program, which offers
vaccinations at no cost. The Lake County Health Department’s Immunizations
Program at 2303 Dodge Ave., Waukegan provides immunizations through this
program. Learn more
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Attention job seekers! Job fair today at Lakes High School
Meet with employers, and join free workshops to
help navigate the job search process at a job fair that is running through 12:30 p.m. today at Lakes High School, 1600 Eagles Way, Lake Villa. Bring your
resumes and dress to impress at this fair.
Lake Villa Days is coming
Lake Villa Days will take place Thursday, Aug. 4 to Sunday,
Aug. 7 at Lehmann Park in downtown Lake Villa. Events include firefighters
water fights, rides, bingo, live entertainment and food.
Enjoy music Thursdays in Antioch
Check out a classic and custom car show as well as a performance by the Blooze
Brothers at Antioch's It's Thursday Concert Series. The concert will take place
from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4 at the William E. Brook Memorial
Entertainment Center, 900 Skidmore Drive, behind the east side businesses on
Main Street. More information
Visit Antioch's farmers market
Don't miss the Antioch farmers market, which is open from 3 to 7
p.m. every Thursday through Sept. 29 at 845 Main St. in downtown Antioch. The
market features products from produce to flowers and much more. More information
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