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Craig Taylor, District 19

January 24, 2017

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Share Your Ideas for a Better Lake County

As the County Board gets ready to update its strategic plan, we want to know what is important to you. Provide your feedback and help make our county even better by joining the next telephone town hall meeting at 7 p.m. Feb. 15. Sign up to receive a call.

You can also submit your ideas anytime through our “Community Voice” forum, and in Español

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Signal Study Shows Reduction in Vehicle Delays, Fuel Usage

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In 2016, the Lake County Division of Transportation studied four travel corridors to look at signal timings during peak travel times in the morning, mid-day, and in the evening. The overall results of the study show that technology enhancements, adjusting the signal timings, and coordinating the signals through the Lake County PASSAGE system led to a reduction in vehicle delays (477.8 hours) and a reduction in fuel consumption (318.2 gallons) per day. Not only does this save money, approximately $3.1 million a year, but this also means less time stuck in the car and more time doing the things you want to do. An added benefit of the study was a reduction in CO2 emissions by 566 metric tons per year.  Learn more about the study.


Participate in Adopt A Highway

Volunteer your time to help pick up litter and debris along Lake County highways and bike paths. Volunteers adopt a section of a county highway, and commit to cleaning it twice a year. The Lake County Division of Transportation provides the equipment. You provide the manpower. Take a look at the available sections, fill out an application, and join the fun! Submit your application by Feb. 3. Learn more about the Adopt-A-Highway program.

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File Taxes for Free

As we begin a new year, tax season will be right around the corner. Individuals who earn $64,000 or less can self-file their federal and state taxes for free through a secure mobile-optimized website called MyFree Taxes. The website is provided in partnership with United Way and H&R Block. Individuals also can utilize a helpline at 855-MY-TX-HELP and online chat support with services available in English and Spanish by IRS-certified specialists. 


Dispose Your Unused Prescription Drugs for Free

Dispose your unused, unwanted and expired prescription drugs properly at disposal boxes across Lake County. And the service is free! In 2016, Lake County disposed of nearly 15,000 pounds. Find a drug disposal box near you, and learn what the program cannot accept.

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Stormwater Management Commission Seeks Wetland Intern

The Lake County Stormwater Management Commission is seeking a wetland intern to identify and collect wetland plants, monitor hydrology data in the field, and more. This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate or current college student with an emphasis on earth sciences or related fields. Learn more about the position.

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Join the Next Citizens Police Academy

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See firsthand how the Lake County Sheriff’s Office maintains law and order for county residents by joining the next Citizen Police Academy beginning March 9. The 10-week program will meet from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays and is offered free to Lake County residents. Participants must be 21 years of age or older, be of good moral character, and have no felony convictions. 

Applications are available at the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, 25 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Waukegan and the Sheriff’s Office website. Submit your application by Feb. 24.  For information, contact Deputy Roman Buchberger at 847-377-4211.


Lake County Police Officers Receive Crisis Intervention Training

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Crisis intervention officers are receiving specialized training to help them evaluate various mental health crisis incidents thanks to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office receiving the Federal Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Grant. Topics covered in their training include mental health signs and symptoms, geriatric issues, returning combat veterans with traumatic brain injury and PTSD, child and adolescent disorders, autism spectrum disorder, excited delirium, medical conditions and psychotropic medications, risk assessment and law enforcement response. Watch this video to learn more about the training.


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Profiles in Excellence
Join us for an inspiring afternoon in honor of black history at Profiles in Excellence, Feb. 5 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Greenbelt Cultural Center. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Champions––A Tribute to African-American Athletes.” This is an educational, entertaining and family-friendly event, featuring presentations, choir performances, a sports photography exhibit of Walter Payton and more. Admission is free. Learn more

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Summer camp early bird registration ends Feb. 15
Camps are designed for summer fun and learning, and include topics such as nature, recreation, art and history. Week-long sessions at locations throughout the county make it easy to find camps that are convenient for you. Browse our schedule of camps online, and register by Feb. 15 to receive an early bird discount. Learn more

Cultural items to be transferred to Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians
The remains of a minimum of 13 individuals and associated funerary objects belonging to the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians will soon be transferred from the Lake County Discovery Museum's collections to the tribe under the federal Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). Ownership of the remains was transferred to the District in 1989 from the County of Lake, which had previously acquired the collections from the privately-owned Lake County Museum of History in 1965. Items will be transferred in a manner that is consistent with the NAGPRA. Learn more about the Museum.


Community News

Lake Zurich District 95 offers kindergarten information and registration night
Beginning with the 2017-18 school year, Lake Zurich Community Unit District 95 will be offering full day kindergarten. Parents with incoming kindergartners are invited to attend a kindergarten information and registration night from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2 at all District 95 elementary schools. Learn more

Join the second annual Trivia Night
Enjoy team trivia, raffles, auctions and more at the Ancient Oaks Foundation's second annual Trivia Night Feb. 11 at the Columbus Centre, 365 Surryse Drive, Lake Zurich. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and games will run from 7 to 10 p.m. For information, call 847-847-7808.

Barrington Area Chamber to host annual economic summit
The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Economic Summit titled, "State of the Barrington Region" from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Feb. 8 at Barrington’s White House, 145 W. Main St. Call 847-381-2525 or send email to Suzanne@barringtonchamber.com for information.

Ela Township accepts applications for open clerk position
Applicants have until Jan. 31 to apply for Ela Township's open clerk position for the remainder of the term ending May 2017. Applicants must be a registered voter and Ela Township resident for at least one year. Mail resume to 1155 E. Route 22, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 or send email to info@elatownship.org.

Lake Zurich to hire seasonal positions for summer
The Village of Lake Zurich is seeking interested individuals for various seasonal employment opportunities this summer. These include cashiers, lifeguards, day camp counselors and swim instructors. Learn more about the seasonal employment opportunities.


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