Don’t Become A Victim! Protect Yourself Against Scams

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District 02 - Diane Hewitt Green

September 6, 2016

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Don’t Become A Victim! Protect Yourself Against Scams

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Certain crimes such as popular scams can be targeted to older adults, so awareness and education are key to protecting yourself. Attend this upcoming free workshop to learn the popular scams which target senior citizens, the steps to take if you should become a victim of a financial scam and more. Register to Attend

When: 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 24
Where: Gurnee Police Department, 100 N. O’Plaine Road, Gurnee
Questions? Contact Sandra Bankston at 847-377-3184

Telephone Scams
Anyone can be susceptible to a telephone scam. Here are some tips from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office to protect yourself. 

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


Lake County PASSAGE - Local Traffic Info in Your Hands!

Lake County PASSAGE puts local traffic information at your fingertips. PASSAGE is an intelligent transportation system designed to provide motorists real time traffic congestion information through the PASSAGE website, email notificationsTwitter and radio 1620 AM. The PASSAGE website is mobile-friendly, so you can get a map of current road conditions, construction and events, including crashes, stalls, debris, and other roadway incidents as well as view camera images at major intersections. Let us know what you think! Take PASSAGE Survey

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Things To Do in District 2

Bring household chemical waste to SWALCO collections in Gurnee
The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County will hold its next household chemical waste collections Sept. 10 and 26 at its Gurnee facility, 1311 N. Estes St. Appointments are required for events at the Gurnee Facility to ensure safety and efficiency. Collections are for residential waste only and are free to Illinois residents. Schedule an appointment

Join the annual Oakwood Cemetery Walk 
The 22nd annual Oakwood Cemetery Walk will take place from 12 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10. The walk starts at Lilac Cottage, 1911 N. Sheridan Road in Bowen Park. For information, call 847-360-4740.

Celebrate Zion at annual Community of Character Walk
The Zion Police Department and the Zion Park District will hold their third annual Community of Character Walk at 6 p.m. Sept. 15. Meet at the bandshell next to the Zion Park District Leisure Center. Meet neighbors and make new friends as you celebrate and support Zion. Details

Come to the Beach Park senior picnic
The Village of Beach Park's senior picnic will begin at noon Sept. 16 at Founders Park, 10385 Beach Road. For information, send an email to tracy.miracle@villageofbeachpark.com.

Waukegan Township plans upcoming trips 
Waukegan Township plans trips for township residents to join, including Washington D.C. and New Orleans this year. For information, call 847-244-9242 or send an email to lpable@waukegantownship.com


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


New State Law Opens Door for Government Consolidation

Governor Bruce Rauner recently signed legislation that gives Lake County (along with McHenry County) the authority to consolidate and dissolve units of local government. This legislative changes helps Lake County build on its consolidation efforts to improve efficiency of government services and alleviate tax burdens on residents.

Chairman Aaron Lawlor said, “We recognize that in these tough times, the same old way of conducting our business just doesn’t cut it. That’s why we are leading efforts to save taxpayer money by sharing services, including contracting with municipalities for plan review and inspection service and providing police services at cost for some municipalities. We are also exploring the feasibility of consolidating 911 emergency dispatch centers in the region, which presents tremendous opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and provide cost savings.” 

The new law is an expansion of a 2013 law that only applied to DuPage County. This move is a step toward reducing the more than 7,000 units of government in Illinois, which is more than any state in the nation.


Election News

Be a part of history. Become an election judge
The Lake County Clerk’s Office is in need of election judges for the upcoming presidential election! Election judges ensure that the elections are fair and accurate by processing Election Day voters. Pay is based on election training, skills and assignment. Call the County Clerk’s Office at 847-377-2408 or visit their website to learn more.

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Become a couch potato voter. Vote by mail
Vote in the presidential election from the comfort of your home! Registered Illinois voters can now request to receive a ballot by mail. Requests can be made at LakeVoterPower.info  or by calling 847-377-2410.  

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Forest Preserve News

Carp-O-Rama
Compete for prizes while helping reduce carp overpopulation in the lake at Independence Grove on Saturday, Sept. 10. This catch-and-keep fishing event will take place from 6:30 a.m. to noon at the South Bay. Learn more


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Celebrate Lake County's Agricultural Roots 
Join the 24th annual Farm Heritage Festival from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 24 and 25 at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda. Check out hundreds of antique tractors, cars and other farm machinery as we celebrate Lake County’s rural roots. Daily highlights include a tractor parade, sheep herding demonstrations, scarecrow making, wagon and barrel train rides and a petting zoo. 

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Dog park and horse trail permits reduced
When purchased through Nov. 30, dog park and horse trail annual permit prices are half price. Reduced permits are valid through the end of the year. Learn more

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Jail and Health Department Work to Break Cycle of Addiction

The Lake County Jail and Health Department have launched a new treatment option to help opioid or alcohol addicted inmates in the Lake County Jail. Those eligible will begin receiving addiction treatment services through the Health Department in the jail and after they are released. The Health Department has committed to treating 15 inmates over the next six months. The initiative is part of the Health Department’s newly expanded Medication-Assisted Treatment program, which recently received a grant of $325,000 from the Health Resources and Services Administration. Read news release


Take Steps Now To Prepare Your Family for An Emergency

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Take action! Work with your family and your community to develop an action plan, so you can be prepared if an emergency should occur. To observe National Preparedness Month through September, check out these resources that can help you plan. And watch this video to learn ways to get emergency information in Lake County.


 
 

I consider it an honor to be able to serve the Waukegan, Gurnee, Beach Park and Zion communities as your District 2 Board Member.  I hope this newsletter provides you with an insight to Lake County news, local topics and a way for you to connect with neighbors and fellow residents. 

If you have any comments or concerns, please contact me at: dhewitt@lakecountyil.gov or 
847-244-2742.
Thank you,
Diane Hewitt

Diane Hewitt
 
 

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