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 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
|
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
|
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 give you tips to make
sure students stay safe.
|
This Labor
Day, families and friends will celebrate the end of the summer, but this time is also dangerous on the roads as many alcohol- and
drug-impaired drivers get behind the wheel after celebrating. To keep drivers safe, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office is running its "Drive Sober or Get Pulled
Over” crackdown through Sept. 5. During this period, law enforcement will show zero tolerance
for impaired driving, seat belt law violators, and distracted drivers. Visit the Sheriff's Office website to learn more.
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 |
|
|
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
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.
Forest Preserve News
|
Hike Lake County
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. |
|
|
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.
|
Learn sensible salting practices for roads, parking lots and sidewalks as the Lake County’s Stormwater Management
Commission offers its next Deicing Workshop. The workshop will take place Oct. 4 and 5 at the Lake County Central Permit Facility in Libertyville. The commission will give demonstrations on best
methods to protect adjacent lawns, wetlands and waterways while providing
appropriate road salt applications. Learn more
|
Dine, dance and discover Lake Zurich at block party The Village of Lake Zurich will host its fourth annual downtown block party, Rock The Block, from 5 to 11 p.m. Sept. 17. Enjoy music, food and fun. More information
Have coffee with the Lake Zurich mayor Enjoy a monthly coffee with Lake Zurich Mayor Thomas Poynton at 9 a.m. the third Wednesday of each month starting Sept. 21 at the Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St. Details
Join Lake Zurich's fall citizens police academy The Lake Zurich Police
Department is accepting applications to join its fall Citizens Police Academy. The Academy, open to ages 21 and older is a free 11-week program designed to inform and engage citizens of the issues and duties
of the Lake Zurich Police Department. Register by Aug. 25. Learn more
Have family fun at Ela Township Day Join the first Ela Township Day Sept. 21. Enjoy an open
house from 4 to 5 p.m. at several locations, a cookout and an attempt at
the township’s biggest Electric Slide. This family-friendly event will include
free food, music, children’s activities, and more. Learn
more
Barrington Street Fest and Dance is coming Enjoy music, food and family fun at the Barrington Street Fest and Dance from noon to 9 p.m. Sept. 10 at Cook and Station streets in downtown Barrington. Admission is free.
Barrington Area Legislative Breakfast Join the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce for breakfast and get first-hand updates from Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor and several State senators and representatives. More Infomation
Save the date for the Barrington Area Taste The Great Barrington Area Taste Fest will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 26 at at the Chicago Marriott Northwest at Interstate 90
and Route 59 in Hoffman Estates. Learn more
Discover the benefits of native trees and shrubs Discover native plants or trees for your home as Conserve Lake County holds its annual fall tree and sale. The order deadline is Sept. 24. For information, call 847-548-5989.
|