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 This wonderful weather is a perfect opportunity to enjoy over 30,000 acres of Forest Preserves and other natural resources that are available across Lake County, many of them here in District 5. Watch my latest edition of Live in District 5 to learn about the places to visit and the activities you can enjoy from walking the trails and horseback riding to free tours.
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Senior citizens may defer part or all of
their property taxes on their personal residence if they qualify for the Senior Citizen Tax
Deferral program.
Applications
are available at the Lake County Treasurer’s Office, 18 N. County St.,
Waukegan, and must be notarized and submitted to the Treasurer’s Office by
March 1. To learn more about the program, please contact the Treasurer’s Office
at 847-377-2323, or visit the Treasurer’s Office website.
The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) is
currently conducting an engineering study for Darrell Road, from Case Road to
Fisher Road, through the Village of Island Lake and Wauconda Township. Join the next
public information meeting where representatives will be on hand to present project
alternatives, discuss the evaluation criteria, provide preliminary cost
estimates and gather your input. The meeting will be conducted in an informal,
open house format, and the public is invited to attend any time
between 5 and 7 p.m. Learn more about this project.
When: 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23
Where: Island Lake Village Hall, 3720 Greenleaf Ave.
 A Paratransit Market Study is now
underway in Lake County to evaluate transportation options for seniors, people
with disabilities, and the general public. We are looking for people to participate
in an upcoming focus group or provide feedback online.
Are you able to get to and from medical
appointments, places of employment and other daily activities? We want to hear
about your experiences, identify gaps in service, understand your needs, and
hear your recommendations for improvements. Take the online survey or sign up for the focus group.
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The Illinois Department of Transportation wants
your input in developing its Long Range Transportation Plan. This plan will
identify policies to provide Illinois residents and businesses with innovative,
sustainable and multimodal transportation solutions that support local goals
and grow the economy. Provide your feedback through March 8, and learn more
about IDOT's long-range planning process.
 Applications are now
available for the Lake County Board’s Summer Youth Employment Program, which
offers youth, ages 14 to 18 (or ages 14 to 22 with an Individualized Education
Plan) the opportunity for a paid, part-time work experience over the summer.
Youth are matched with local worksites and gain valuable experience while
earning a paycheck. Apply online,
or pick up an application at the Lake County Job Center in Waukegan and at many
local township offices and schools. Applications will be accepted until Feb.
28. Learn more
about the Summer Youth Employment program.
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 Lake
County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor is proposing a package of groundbreaking
reforms to county government that would give voters the opportunity to decide
on the leadership structure and management of their county government.
Illinois Senator Terry Link (Dist. 30) recently filed legislation that requires
the county board chairman be elected countywide starting in 2020. Currently,
the Lake County Board Chairman is selected by county board members every two
years. Learn more by visiting the Lake
County website and by watching
the video as he outlines his position on the new
legislation at a recent Financial and Administrative Committee meeting.
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 Forest Preserve News
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 Pop-Up
Museum: Shelf Indulgence
Share a book from your prized collection at a Pop-Up Museum hosted by our
Museum staff from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 4 at the Wauconda Area
Library. Our Pop-Up
Museums are
temporary exhibits created by you to share objects and stories. This Pop-Up
Museum's theme is Shelf Indulgence, centered around your favorite books.
Bring a treasured book, such as the one you have read a thousand times, a
cookbook from your grandmother, or a children's book with the best
illustrations. The program is free, open to all ages, and no registration is
required. Learn more
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Book your event at a
Forest Preserve picnic shelter
Reservations for 2017
picnic permits are now available. Choose from 31 picnic shelters located
in scenic forest preserves throughout the county. Picnic shelter permits
ensure exclusive use of a shelter for your family reunion, company picnic or
other group gathering. Plan early to help ensure your first choice of
shelter and date. Learn more |
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Don’t stay cooped up when it’s cold outside. There’s
no room to be bored when there’s so much to do in Lake County. Go to Visit Lake County,
and check out so many family-friendly indoor activities. |
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Lake County will be one of 20 additional jurisdictions that will
join the Safety
and Justice Challenge, a national $100 million initiative. Lake
County and the other jurisdictions will design and test innovative local
justice reforms designed to safely drive down jail usage and reduce racial and
ethnic disparities in their local justice systems. Lake County was chosen
following a highly competitive selection process that drew applications from
across the country.
Lake County and other jurisdictions will receive short-term
support of $50,000 each, are eligible for future funding opportunities, and will
have access to resources, peer learning opportunities, and expertise of the Safety
and Justice Challenge Network. Learn more
about the Safety and Justice Challenge.
Improvements coming to Lakefront Park
Lakefront Park in Fox Lake will be making renovations, including a new children's splash pad as well as an elevator that will be added to the building to make it compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Village of Fox Lake received a $800,000 State grant that will help fund the improvements.
Get free tax assistance at Fox Lake library
Make an appointment to get free tax assistance from AARP
volunteers Mondays through April 10 at the Fox Lake District Library. An
appointment is required. Sign up at the library's second floor reference desk.
For information, call 847-587-0198.
Join Astronomy Nights at Volo Bog State Natural Area
Join astronomers to view planets, stars, constellations and more at the Astronomy Nights at Volo Bog State Natural Area. These start at 7:30 p.m. the third Friday of each month. The next is scheduled March 17. For information, send an email to contact@lcas-astronomy.org.
Grant Township offers Rules of Road course for seniors
The Rules of the Road Review Course is
designed to give drivers the knowledge and confidence needed to renew or
obtain a drivers license. The review course combines an explanation of the
driving exam with a practice written exam. The next class will meet March 3. Call Grant Township to register at 847-740-2233.
Grant Township to host fish fry
Join the 10th annual fish fry from 5 to 8 p.m. March 10 at the American Legion Hall, 703 N. Route 12, Fox Lake. Learn more
Save the date for Super Senior Day
The Illinois Secretary of State will be at Grant Township from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 5. Take advantage of a Rules of the Road review course and vision test as well as learn more about the mobile unit, State IDs, driver's license renewal and license plate renewal. Learn more
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