 View the unofficial results from the April 4 Consolidated Election for Election Day, early voting, and voting by mail ballots. Write-in candidate totals will be added within the next seven days. 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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 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
 The
Solid Waste Agency of Lake County will hold a household chemical waste
collection from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. April 29 at the Fox Lake Streets
Department, 216 Washington St., Fox Lake. The collection is open only to
Illinois residents. Learn
more, including a list of accepted items.
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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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 Forest Preserve News
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Earth Week
Enjoy a week of free nature programs in honor of
Earth Day April 22. Celebrate spring, learn about ecology or join a nature
walk. All programs are free. All ages are invited, and no registration is
required. Learn
more
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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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 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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 The
Lake County Sheriff’s Office Merit Commission is accepting applications for the
deputy sheriff position until 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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 Lake County Public Works has begun its semiannual water hydrant flushing
program across the county. After flushing, you may notice a slight
discoloration of the water. You are urged not to do laundry during
flushing periods in your area to avoid staining of clothing, which may occur
due to the disturbance in the water main. This is not harmful and will
dissipate after a short time. It is recommended to run cold water for
several minutes to clear your pipes. View the schedule.
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Join these local egg hunts
Collect eggs filled with special treats and have a hopping good time at these area egg hunts.
- Grayslake Park District holds its annual egg hunt at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 8 at Central Park. Learn more
- Children ages 1 to 9 also are invited to an egg hunt at 11:30 a.m. April 15 at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake. Admission is free. Details
Grayslake library offers great spring reads
Discover a great read, cookbook, DVD and more as the Grayslake Area Public Library holds its spring used book sale today through Sunday, April 9. Visit the library's website to learn more.
Hainesville to hold open discussion on potential parking restrictions
The Village of Hainesville will hold a be a
presentation and open discussion concerning potential parking restrictions at the Village Board meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday,
April 11. View the map of potential parking restrictions currently under consideration.
Save the date for the fifth annual Family Fishing Event
Come out to Round Lake for the fifth annual Family Fishing Event May 20. There will be activities, music and food, as well as fishing gear to lend out for those who don't have gear. Learn more
Applications accepted for Community Emergency Response Team
With warmer weather comes community festivals, parades, natural disasters and other emergency situations. If you are age 18 and over and interested in helping the community with any of these events, the Round Lake Beach Community Emergency Response Team and Emergency Management Agency is accepting applications for new members. For information, call 847-546-2127 ext. 205, or send an email to dportzen@hotmail.com.
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