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Winter has come to Lake County, as you may have seen one of the Lake County
Division of Transportation (LCDOT) snow plows out last weekend. Check out
their new interactive tool where you can get a look at their snow removal
operations, and check out LCDOT’s video too as a reminder to not crowd the
plow!
Now also is the time of year to enjoy the holidays and share the joy with family and friends. Make sure to check out Visit Lake County's holiday guide to find so many ways you can enjoy this time of year in Lake County.
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Lake County and District 20.
 The Illinois Secretary of State's office is
launching a new license plate replacement program beginning in January to
replace the oldest license plates with newly designed plates. Vehicle owners
will be notified by mail if they qualify for the new license plates. If you are
not up for replacement, you may request a new license plate in January at www.cyberdriveillinois.com for a $29 fee. In addition, vehicle owners with license plates
manufactured after 2001 that are showing signs of wear and are difficult to
read may visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com to apply for a newly designed plate at no charge.
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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
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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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. |
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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. |
If you are preparing a holiday meal, make sure
that you take certain precautions, so everyone can enjoy the meal and you can
prevent foodborne illness. Check out
some helpful advice to make sure your holiday meals are safe. |
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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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 Congratulations to Jeff Weiss of the Buffalo Creek Clean Water Partnership, who was recently named Steward of the Year by the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission.
Jeff founded
the Buffalo Creek Clean Water Partnership and led the grassroots effort to
develop and implement the Buffalo Creek Watershed-Based Plan. Along the
way, he has engaged local governments, residents, and businesses
to cooperatively improve water quality through data-driven decision-making.
Jeff spearheaded a watershed-wide monitoring effort that included portions of Lake and Cook counties, utilizing the RiverWatch program and producing data
that can target the most effective projects.
He also volunteers his time to numerous projects that enhance his community and
watershed and coordinates an annual stream clean-up on Buffalo Creek. Jeff
leads the Buffalo Grove Environmental Action Team and is a volunteer steward at
Deer Grove Forest Preserve in Cook County.
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 Forest Preserves 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. |
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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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