 Significant flooding continues in Lake County from the Chain
O’Lakes, Fox River and Des Plaines River. Visit our 2017 Flood Information
page for the latest updates.
Form
to Help Residents Report Flood Damage
Let us know if you've been impacted by the
recent flooding by filling out the form below. A full and complete
understanding of the impacts of this disaster is a necessary part of the flood
response process. We need your help to properly quantify damages in Lake
County. Please fill
out the form today!
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Check Lake County PASSAGE
Major roads have opened up. This includes US 41 between IL 21 and Delany Road, IL Route 60, 173, and 120! For updated road conditions, visit Lake County PASSAGE or listen to 1620 AM.
Be Aware of Flood-Related Fraud
Residents should be aware of the increased risk of scammers attempting to capitalize on those impacted by flooding. Some safety tips include:
- Check with the Better Business Bureau and your insurance company to determine the credibility of the service provider.
- Do not let anybody inside of your home, unless you have initiated the appointment.
- Obtain several (three or more) estimates for repair work.
- Take photographs of your contractor and any work vehicles.
- Before work begins, obtain a written contract.
- If you see or detect anything suspicious, contact your local law enforcement agency.
Check Good Standing of Businesses – IL Secretary of State
Report fraud to the IL Attorney General
 As blue property assessment notices continue to be
mailed to residents across Lake County, residents may have questions about
their property assessment, how a home’s value is determined, and how the
assessment then calculates your property tax bill. Watch this edition of Lake County Update as
County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor and Chief County Assessment Officer Marty
Paulson address common questions residents have with their property tax
assessments.
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 Mosquitoes in Illinois are beginning to test positive
for West Nile virus. The Lake County Health Department
and Community Health Center urges you to “Fight the Bite” and protect yourself
and your family. Make sure to follow
the 4 D’s of Defense to help prevent breeding and protect yourself from
mosquito bites.
Call the West Nile hotline at 847-377-8300
to report areas of stagnant water, report locations of dead birds, and learn the
signs and symptoms of West Nile virus.
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 Did you know 68 percent of Lake County residents have
continued schooling beyond high school, and 43 percent have a bachelor’s degree
or higher? That exceeds the national average by 13 percent! Learn more about
Lake County’s workforce by viewing Lake
County Partners 2016 annual report.
And, government, business and community leaders are continuing
to work together to grow our talent economy. Watch this video
to learn
more as leaders came together to discuss how to attract businesses to the
county at Lake County Partners' Big Event.
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 Locating missing persons, finding weapons and drugs,
tracking suspects and inspecting for bomb threats are some of the ways our K-9
Unit has made an impact in our communities. Watch this video,
and see how Dax, Diesel, Duke, Boomer and their handlers work to help protect
Lake County.
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 Forest Preserve News
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 Gospelfest
Be inspired by
Lake County’s gospel voices on Sunday, July 30 at the Greenbelt Cultural Center
in North Chicago. This annual favorite feature choirs, solo performances and praise
dancers that bring you to your feet. Children can also enjoy fun nature
activities during the event. Learn more
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 Wildlife
Homes
Discover with
your little explorer the places animals make their homes. Hands-on nature
activities include a hike, story, craft, and interaction with live animals.
This event takes place select Thursdays in July and August at
Independence Grove, and it is open to children ages 4 and 5 with an
adult. Register today
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 The 89th annual Lake County Fair will take place July 26 to
30 at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake. Don't miss family fun,
including the livestock barns, rodeo, carnival rides, music and much
more. Learn more
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Don't Miss Antioch Taste of Summer
Enjoy food, sidewalks sales, live entertainment and much more at Antioch's Taste of Summer July 20 to 23 in downtown Antioch. Admission is free. Learn more
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