 View the unofficial results from the April 4 Consolidated
Election for Election Day, early voting, and voting by
mail ballots. Remember, election results are unofficial until provisional and
late-arriving vote by mail ballots are counted 14 days after the election, and
the results are certified.
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Rigid
plastic and paper campaign signs can be recycled. Remove all metal parts, and
bring the signs to the drop-off bin available at the Waste Management Recycling
Sorting Facility, 30869 N. Route 83, Grayslake. Make sure to visit the SWALCO website to learn about all the recycling opportunities available.
The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) is
studying the intersections of Wadsworth Road at Dilleys Road, US 41, and
Kilbourne Road. This upcoming public information meeting will be focused on the
intersections of Dilleys Road and Kilbourne Road. The intersection of Wadsworth
Road and US 41 will proceed as a separate study due to the larger scope, and we anticipate holding a separate public
information meeting later this year. The purpose of this
meeting is to present the preferred alternative for the two intersections and
gather feedback from the public. View the project
website to learn more.
When: 5 to 7 p.m.
April 19 (open house format)
Where: St. Mark’s Church, 3350 N.
Delany Road, Waukegan
 In 2017, Lake County will have roughly $94 million in road
projects under construction. About $56 million is carried over from 2016,
accounting for two of the big projects underway - the grade separation and
widening/reconstruction of Washington
Street, and the reconstruction of Deerfield Road.
Much of the remaining work planned in 2017 falls
under the preservation category, which includes resurfacing projects, culvert
replacements and bridge repairs. In total, the Lake County Division of
Transportation will have 28 active construction projects this year. View the 2017
Construction Program Map.
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A Paratransit
Market Study is now underway in Lake County to evaluate transportation options
for seniors, people with disabilities, and the general public. There are a
variety of services currently available, such as Pace Dial-a-Ride or township
programs, to assist you in your travels to and from medical appointments,
places of employment and other daily activities.
We are asking
you to help us understand your needs, identify gaps in service, and provide
your recommendations for what you hope to see. Here are some examples of what
we’ve heard so far:
Need: “I need the bus to get to work, to my
doctor's office, and to see my family in Grayslake.”
Gaps: “I have service within my township,
but I don’t have service beyond that”
Recommendation: “A county-wide transportation system
could and should allow for online reservations, prepaid ride cards, expanded
routes, and expanded hours that cover a typical business day.”
Please TAKE THE SURVEY
today, and add your opinions and experiences to be part of this important
study.
The Chief County
Assessment Office and Lake County Township Assessors Association offer help to
senior citizens ages 65 and older who want to complete the 2017 Senior
Citizen Assessment Freeze Application for taxes payable in 2018, as well as
assistance to taxpayers who may qualify to apply for other homestead exemptions.
Attend an upcoming outreach session where residents can work one-on-one with a
staff member to complete the necessary forms. The Senior Freeze Application is
due by July 7. View
Upcoming Outreach Sessions.
 Lake County's new integrated permit and inspection system is
now available to the public! This new technology will improve
inter-departmental efficiencies, enhance customer service, improve
communication, and reduce the amount of time it takes for permits and
inspections. Customers will be able to submit and pay for many permit
applications online and review the status of their applications and inspections
using their home computer. Watch this
video to learn more. Visit the new Permit
and Inspection Dashboard.
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 April
is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Recently, elected officials and
community leaders kicked off the 2017 Blue Kids Lake County project, which aims
to educate the community about signs of child abuse and how to help prevent it.
Watch this video to learn more about
the Blue Kids Lake County project, and find out how you can get involved at bluekidslakecounty.org.
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 The
Lake County Sheriff’s Office Merit Commission is accepting applications for the
deputy sheriff position until Monday, April 17. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and
at least 21 years of age at the time of orientation, a high school graduate (or
GED) and possess a valid driver's license. Apply Today
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 Forest Preserve News
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 YCC Crew Member
Applications Now Accepted
Youth
Conservation Corps (YCC) is a summer program designed to employ youth, ages
16 to 18 in natural resources, construction, and park maintenance related
projects. Apply
online to become a 2017 YCC crew member. Completed applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. April 28. Learn more
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 Rx For Health: Walking in Nature
The simple act of
walking, especially in nature, can improve your overall health, physically and
mentally. Join Rx for Health where naturalists and health care providers will lead
guided walking tours of Lake County’s forest preserves. Watch this video to learn more, and see when the next walk will be.
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Have a hopping good time at area egg hunts
Discover eggs filled with prizes and more family fun at the
following events on Saturday, April 15:
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Village
of Beach Park's annual
Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 9 a.m. at Founder Park, 10385 Beach
Road.
- Village of Wadsworth will hold its annual egg hunt at 1 p.m. at Wadsworth Park adjacent to village hall. Learn more
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Winthrop Harbor Recreation Department will hold its Lunch with the Bunny and egg hunt at the Schlader Recreation Center. Visit the village website, and check the parks and recreation calendar for details.
- Zion Park District will hold
its 62nd annual hunt at 9 a.m. at Shiloh Park. Details
Help clean up Winthrop Harbor Village Park
Join Winthrop Harbor’s
annual Village Park clean up from 9 a.m. to noon April 22. All supplies will be
supplied. For information and to sign up, call 847-746-3505.
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