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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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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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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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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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.
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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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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.
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.
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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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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
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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. |
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
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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