Join First Telephone Town Hall, Remember Your Flu Shot and More

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Mary Ross Cunningham, District 9

December 9, 2016

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Lake County Hosts First Telephone Town Hall Meeting Dec. 13

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Residents often ask – what does the County do? The Lake County Board invests in 300 miles of county roads that you drive on every day, funds public safety and judicial agencies that work 24/7 to keep your family safe, and supports healthcare programs that contribute to the health and wellness of our residents and communities.  All of these and many other vital services are funded with about 7% of your property tax bill, and the County Board is working hard to stretch every penny. And, YOU have a say in how we prioritize and invest your tax dollars.

You’re invited to participate in our first-ever Telephone Town Hall meeting Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. with Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor. As the county board gets ready to update its strategic plan next year, we want to know what is important to you.  During the Telephone Town Hall, we will discuss our current priorities, and you will be able to share your thoughts and ideas to make our county even better! 

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Share Your Input in Our Community Voice Forum!

You can also submit your thoughts and ideas to make our county even better through our “Community Voice” forum. It’s easy to join the conversation by signing in and sharing your ideas for a better Lake County. Provide Input Now!

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Remember To Get Your Annual Flu Shot

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is handing out vouchers for free flu shots for qualifying, uninsured adults while supplies last at its Waukegan immunizations clinic, 2303 Dodge Ave. The Health Department encourages residents to get a flu shot to help reduce the risk of more serious flu outcomes. Learn more

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Health Department Offers for Diabetes Prevention and Treatment

Did you know that 31,000 adults have been diagnosed with diabetes and another 73,000 have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes? Watch this to learn about a quiz you can take to know your risk, and learn the services the Lake County Health Department offers to help you prevent and manage diabetes. 

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Celebrate Your Holidays in Lake County. Here’s Some Ideas

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Lake County has many options to make your holiday season merry and bright including concerts, places to see colorful light displays, and opportunities to meet Santa. Check out Visit Lake County for festive family fun that will fill you with holiday cheer.

Here Are Some Holiday Celebrations Near You
One of the events you can enjoy this holiday season is a Mariachi Christmas, hosted by the Waukegan Park District from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 16. Held at the Belvidere Recreation Center, enjoy mariachi music, dancing and children's crafts. The event is free, but registration is requested. 

Another event to enjoy will take place through downtown Waukegan at the Holiday Wauk. The free family fun will take place from 5 to 10 p.m. Dec. 17. Enjoy ice sculpting, pictures with Santa and live reindeer, ornament decorating and much more. Learn more

Bring the kids to a Christmas crafts and cookies event from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 17 at the North Chicago Public Library. Make a holiday ornament, enjoy stories and cookies too. 

Travel and Shop Safe This Holiday Season

Simple tasks such as setting up light switch timers, parking in well-lit areas and avoiding wearing expensive jewelry while shopping are some ways that you can ensure your safety this holiday season. Check these tips from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office to learn more.

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Waukegan Police To Offer First Youth Citizen's Police Academy

The Waukegan Police Department is going to host a Youth Citizen’s Police Academy aimed at Waukegan High School students. The first of its kind in Lake County, this program will run Dec. 27 to 30 and a final day Jan. 3, 2017. There is no cost to students, and lunch will be provided. The Waukegan Police Department aims to establish a better understanding in the community of what a law enforcement officer job entails and encourage youth to seek careers in law enforcement. For information, call the Waukegan Police Department at 847-599-2608.


Winter Weather Driving Safety

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New Interactive Tool Gives You Look at Snow Removal Operations
The Lake County Division of Transportation has a new interactive mapping tool to give residents a behind-the-scenes look at what goes in to our snow and ice removal operations. Find which snow plow routes you encounter on your way to work or school, see what happens during a typical snow event, and connect with resources that will help you know before you go! Check it out!

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Don’t Crowd the Plow
Significant snowfall is expected this weekend! When plow trucks are out, remember to stay back at least 50 feet or two to three car lengths, due to road conditions and so the plow operators can see your vehicles. The Lake County Division of Transportation’s snowplow operators are extremely safety conscious, but they need your help. Stay back, and let them do their job of cleaning the road for you. Don’t Crowd the Plow! Watch our video to learn more.

Build an Emergency Kit for Your Vehicle
You may have an emergency supplies kit for your home, but what about your vehicle? Make sure to keep a shovel, blankets, booster cables, and these other items in your car this winter. 

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Lake County's Dirty Jobs - Recycling Process

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Curbside recycling helps keep so much waste out of our landfills, but did you know there are items that you should not put in your recycling bin such as plastic bags, Styrofoam containers and electronics. Watch our latest edition of Lake County’s Dirty Jobs as County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor sorts recyclables at the Waste Management Recovery Facility and shares do’s and don’ts of curbside recycling.


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Forest Preserve News

Winter Horizons Magazine Available Online
Horizons is a free quarterly publication featuring articles on Lake County wildlife, nature and history, Forest Preserve news, and a calendar of programs and events. This issue features our efforts to eradicate invasive buckthorn throughout the county. Read Horizons online, or subscribe to receive it for free in print form.

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Summer Camp Registration Now Open
Forest Preserve summer camps are designed for summer fun and learning and are available in a variety of topics for ages 4 to 14. Browse available camps and enroll online. Early bird discounts apply through Feb. 15, 2017. Learn more.

Annual Permits Now on Sale
The 2017 annual permits for dog parks, horse trail use, model aircraft field and more are on sale now. These permits are good from time of purchase through the end of the calendar year, Dec. 31, 2017. Permits can be purchased online, by calling 847-367-6640, in person at our General Offices in Libertyville and our Operations and Public Safety Facility in Lindenhurst, or by mail or fax. Learn more.

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Meet Employers at County's First Engineering Job Fair

Representatives from leading Lake County businesses will recruit students graduating from top-rated Midwest Engineering programs at the first Lake County Engineering Internship and Job Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. Jan. 6, 2017 at the College of Lake County Grayslake Campus. Students will be able to interview with employers for current, full-time positions. Students should bring resumes and portfolios for company representatives to view. Employers will be looking for students within a wide array of engineering disciplines including civil, industrial, mechanical, aeronautical, and more. Learn more


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If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at 847-721-1563 (cell) or email me at mcunningham@lakecountyil.gov

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Thank you,
Mary Ross Cunningham

Ms. Cunningham, County Board member and Forest Preserve Commissioner, serves on:

Lake County Board, 9th District:
Lake County Law and Judicial Committee, Vice Chair 
Lake County Health and Community Services 
Cultural Diversity (Ad-Hoc), Chair
Lake County Rules Committee, Vice Chair 
Ethics Committee

Lake County Forest Preserves, 9th District: 
Education, Cultural Resources and Public Affairs- Vice Chair
Rules Committee, Vice Chair
Diversity and Cultural Awareness Committee
Greenbelt Cultural Center Expansion Committee 
YCC Advisory Government Council, Chair

Other appointed positions:
National Association of Counties (NACo) Community and Economic Development Committee
Lake County Community Health Center Governing Council, Vice Chair
Lake County Board of Health Personnel Committee, Chair
Community Action Partnership of Lake County, Board Member

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