Washington Street to close at railroad crossing Sept. 9

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Terry Wilke, District 16

August 26, 2016

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Washington Street to Close at Railroad Crossing Sept. 9

The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) will temporarily close Washington Street at the railroad crossing west of Lake Street, to raise the railroad track at the grade crossing and rebuild the temporary grade crossing and roadway approaches. This closure is part of the Washington Street Underpass construction project.  The closure of the crossing will begin at 9 p.m. Sept. 9. Washington Street will reopen to thru traffic at 5 a.m. on Sept. 12. You can find more information about this project at the Washington Street underpass website

Detour Route: Washington Street, to IL Rte 83, to Rollins Road, to Hainesville Road. Local traffic will have access to the Metra Station Entrance west of the railroad tracks. Washington Street will be closed to all traffic from east of the Metra station entrance to Lake Street.

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Lake County Leaders Announce Initiative to Address Mental Health Crisis

Lake County, along with our nation and local communities, is facing a mental health crisis that affects the individual, families, friends, neighbors, veterans, employers, schools, hospitals, the criminal justice system, and more.

To address this growing problem and strengthen mental health services across the county, Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor and the Honorable Susan Garrett (former IL State Senator, 29th District) will lead a new community-wide initiative focusing on data-sharing and evidence-based practices to identify gaps and recommend a sustainable continuum of care for this vulnerable population. Find Out More


Veterans Invited To Share Their Story for Veterans History Project

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Veterans are invited to come to the Lake County Courthouse in Waukegan on Nov. 11 to have their oral histories recorded. The typed transcripts will be archived at the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project. This project aims to collect, preserve, and make accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans. The deadline to submit forms to participate in this year’s event is Oct. 1. Any veteran interested in being interviewed for this project should contact Carol Cord at ccord@lakecountyil.gov or 847-377-3771. Learn more


Protect Yourself From Mosquitoes and West Nile Virus

August is the peak month for West Nile virus. The disease can be transmitted by mosquitoes and is again present this summer in Lake County.  Hear from Mike Adam, senior biologist at the Lake County Health Department, as he provides tips on how to protect yourself from mosquitoes and an update on the presence of the Zika virus.  Watch Video'

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Dispose Your Prescription Drugs Properly at A Disposal Box Near You

If you have prescription drugs that need to be thrown out, do it the safe and responsible way. As part of International Overdose Awareness Day, which is Aug. 31, municipal police departments across Lake County want residents to be aware of the disposal boxes available. The Lake County Underage Drinking and Drug Prevention Task Force disposal program in partnership with the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County collected nearly 12,000 pounds of prescription medicine with an estimated street value of $750,000 in 2015. Find a prescription drug disposal box near you

Local police departments are now not the only place you can dispose of unwanted prescriptions as Walgreens has recently installed medication disposal kiosks at three Lake County locations:

  • 780 Waukegan Road, Deerfield
  • 15 N. Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove
  • 1811 Belvidere Road, Waukegan

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Like to hike? Enjoy summer sunshine and autumn colors while exploring designated Hike Lake County trails. Complete seven hikes by Nov. 30, and you'll earn a reward. Let your canine companion join in on the fun and they will earn a prize, too. Learn more

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Second Property Tax Payment Installment Due Sept. 2

The second installment of your 2015 property tax bill is due Sept. 2. Please note, you received one bill in May, and you will not receive another bill for the second installment. If you have misplaced your second installment coupon, you can print a copy from the Treasurer's Office website by entering your PIN or address.

Check out an interactive tax bill to help you better understand what is included on your bill, and visit the Treasurer’s Office website to get answers to frequently asked questions, and see property tax payment options available to you.


Back To School Safety Tips

As students return to the classroom, let’s make sure they are safe this school year. This means keeping an eye on the road for school buses and students walking to school, as well as making sure students stay safe by using their technology in a responsible way. Watch this video as the Lake County Sheriff’s Office gives you tips to make sure students stay safe. 

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Want a Career with Lake County’s Largest Law Enforcement Agency?

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The Lake County Sheriff’s Office Merit Commission is currently accepting applications for the deputy sheriff position. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age at the time of orientation, a high school graduate (or GED) and possess a valid driver's license. Apply Today

Apply today to become a Sheriff’s Office reserve deputy 
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office also is currently accepting applications for reserve deputies. The Reserve Deputy Unit is comprised of members who give back to Lake County, through community service in the area of law enforcement. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, a U.S. citizen, and a high school graduate (or equivalent). Apply today


County Installs Third Free Electric Vehicle Charging Station

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Lake County has installed its third FREE electric vehicle charging station! The new station is at the Lake County Court and Administrative Complex and is FREE to use for two hours per charge. The stations allow you to recharge plug-in electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, neighborhood electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. Electric vehicle owners must have a ChargePoint membership to use the County’s charging stations. Learn more about the County’s charging stations, and check on charging station availability on ChargePoint’s website.


Community News

Become a superhero. Join the Superhero Fun Run
While invites have been sent to Batman, Spider-Man, Wonder Woman and Superman, humans also can still join the Superhero Fun Run. Hosted by the Round Lake Area Park District, the two-mile run and walk will take place Sept. 11. Check-in will begin at 8 a.m. at the sports center, and the walk and run will begin at 10 a.m. Costumes are encouraged. Learn more

Low-cost pet vaccination clinic coming in Grayslake
Get your pet's vaccinations up to date at a low-cost pet vaccination clinic from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 10 at the Grayslake Police Department, 10 S. Seymour. Pets are taken on a first come first served basis at these clinics offered by the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center. All animals brought to a clinic must be at least four months old. Learn more 

Check out car show at College of Lake County
Cool cars of various types will be on display at the Techs of Tomorrow Scholarship Car Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27 at the College of Lake County Parking Lots 1 and 3, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Awards will be given to the top 10 vehicles. There also will be door prizes and refreshments.

Relive history at Hainesville's Civil War Encampment
Relive history at the Village of Hainesville's Civil War Encampment and Battle from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept 10 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Northbrook Sports Club in Hainesville. Learn more


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