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May 19, 2017

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Community Helps Shape Priorities in Lake County Strategic Plan

The County Board works for all residents to deliver services and solve problems that impact their daily lives, from property taxes to roads to jobs. The Lake County Board recently updated its strategic plan, which serves as a road map for county government and influences how we prioritize and invest our resources.  Residents and local leaders provided input on their priorities through a variety of channels, including two telephone town hall meetings, a survey of Lake County residents, and a series of Leaders Round Table meetings. View a summary of the input as well as highlights from the plan, and the entire plan


Let’s Go Biking, Lake County!

Bike Lake County

Did you know the Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) has about 60 miles of bike paths and bike lanes as part of the Lake County highway system? This is part of the over 550 total miles of trails and bikeways, connecting forest preserves and communities throughout the county! Plan your next trip by using the Bike Lake County application, where you can find all the trails, paths, and lanes you can use in Lake County.

Dan Krill from Lake County’s Planning, Building & Development Department has been using these bike paths and bike lanes while riding his bike to work every day (even in the winter) for the past seven years. Watch this video to hear his story, and learn how LCDOT continues to consider non-motorized travel a high priority.


Order Your Vital Records Directly from the County Clerk’s Office

Protect your wallet and identity by ordering certified or genealogical copies of Lake County birth, death, marriage, or civil union records directly from the County Clerk’s Office. Residents are warned against using online vendors, who sometimes charge higher fees, and they ultimately send the order to the County Clerk’s Office to be fulfilled. To protect the integrity of these records, access is restricted by state statute, and applicants are required to complete a written application and provide valid identification. For those who cannot visit the Clerk’s office, downloadable application forms are available. Learn more


Check Out Boating Lake County

Boating in Lake County

Are you planning to go boating over the Memorial Day weekend? Boating is one of the most popular activities in Lake County, and it’s no surprise as the county offers so many lakes to visit as we enjoy the warmer weather. Check out BoatingLakeCounty.com as your boating resource including maps of all the county’s public boat ramps, lakefront dining and more. 


Join Your Community for Memorial Day Events

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Grayslake: The village’s Memorial Day parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. May 29 stepping off from the Hillside Avenue parking lot across from Grayslake Central High School on Lake Street. The ceremony will take place one block north of Park Avenue near the downtown clock tower (Millennium Court Veteran's Memorial site) at the corner of Seymour Avenue and Center Street. Learn more

Round Lake area: A Memorial Day ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m. May 29 at the American Legion Hall in Round Lake Park. Then, beginning at 10 a.m. a parade will lead to the Round Lake Beach memorial at the corner of Cedar Lake Road and Clarendon where the community is invited to join a second memorial service. Learn more 


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Forest Preserve News

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Independence Grove Beach
Grab your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen, and head to the beach at Independence Grove, open only on weekends May 27 to June 4. The beach will open daily beginning June 5. The beach offers 400 feet of sand along the lake's South Bay. Learn more


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Summer Camps
Select openings are still available. Our day camps are designed for summer fun and learning. Browse available camps and enroll online.

New Middlefork Savanna Trail Connection
The Lake County Forest Preserve District is partnering with the City of Lake Forest and Lake Forest Academy to build a trail connection, which will link Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve in Lake Forest to other local trails and parks. Project elements include a 221-foot steel pedestrian bridge over the Metra Railway with a scenic overlook, new 10-foot-wide paved trails, and a revised crosswalk at IL Route 60 to improve access to Townline Community Park. View map. Construction started this spring and should be complete by late fall 2017. Learn more

 

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Wildlife in the Preserves
By early June, coyote pups begin to venture out of the den that has sheltered them since birth. In early summer, we often receive reports of sightings due to increased daytime activity. When dens are located near trails, staff will install signs to inform trail users about coyote behavior and how to safely respond if you see a coyote. Learn more


Lake County’s Tough Jobs: Inside the Jail

Dirty jobs inside jail

Get an inside look at what it’s like to work in the Lake County Jail as County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor explores some of its "tough" jobs. Watch this video and see him do some of the daily tasks at the jail like laundry and food preparation, and learn how the jail keeps clean.


Community News

Visit Mayfest
Join Mayfest, an outdoor fine art and music event put on by the Grayslake Arts Alliance from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 20 in the courtyard of the Heritage Center.  Enjoy art by Alliance members, an art demonstration, music, a family art activity, and refreshments.

Plant sale planned May 20 in Grayslake
The University of Illinois Lake County Extension Master Gardeners invite you to attend their plant sale, rain or shine, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20 at 100 S. US Highway 45, Grayslake. There will be a large selection of perennials, vegetables, herbs and house plants. Master Gardeners also will be available to answer questions. For information, call 847-223-8627.

Grayslake Craft Beer Fest is coming
Join the fifth annual Grayslake Craft Beer Fest from noon to 5 p.m. June 3 in downtown Grayslake. The event will feature over 60 different kinds of craft beer and food pairings from local restaurants. Learn more

Join the fifth annual Family Fishing Event
Come out to Round Lake for the fifth annual Family Fishing Event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, 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

Come join annual spring clean-up
The Round Lake Area Park District's 12th annual spring clean-up will take place Saturday, May 20. Volunteers of all ages and skills are encouraged to participate. The group will start at Bengson Park in Round Lake Park and work around the to Lakefront Park in Round Lake Beach ending at around 11 a.m. for lunch. Learn more

Grayslake Park District hosts annual fishing derby
Join the third annual George Weinert Fishing Derby from 8 to 10 a.m. June 3 at Jones Island Beach in Grayslake. Awards will be given out for largest fish, smallest fish and most fish caught. Learn more

Save the date for these events
Join Beachfest, the Village of Round Lake Beach's annual festival June 23 to 25. Enjoy live musical acts, a craft and vendor fair, carnival, food, and more. Learn more

Relive history as the Village of Hainesville holds its next Civil War encampment and battle Sept. 16 and 17 at the Northbrook Sports Club. Admission and parking are free. Learn more

Help Round Lake Park celebrate 70th anniversary
Round Lake Park residents are asked to provide their photos of the village dating from 1947 to the present as the village plans to celebrate its 70th anniversary. This can be photos of the village hall, businesses, special events and Murphy School. Send photos by email to keggert@villageofroundlakepark.com, or bring photos to the village hall, and staff will scan them.

Take advantage of Grayslake partnership programs
Grayslake residents can take advantage of the village partnership programs such as tree replacement, rain barrel and compost bin reimbursement, and lawn mower replacement rebate programs. Learn more about these programs. 


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