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.
Disaster/Flood Resource Center to Open in Round Lake
Beach
On Thursday, Friday and Saturday, the American Red Cross,
Salvation Army and the Northeast Illinois Community Organizations Active in
Disasters (COAD) will join other disaster service organizations as part of a
Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC). Residents impacted by the floods can come
to this one-stop, resource center in Round Lake Beach to meet with trained
counselors for resources, obtain housing and insurance information and other assistance
from team representatives. Also, the MARC will offer free in-kind donations.
There will be translators available.
Where
965 E. Rollins Road, Round Lake Beach, (The old Garden Fresh
location)
When
Thursday, July 20, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Lunch and dinner will be provided to
clients.
Friday, July 21, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Lunch and dinner will be provided to clients.
Saturday, July 22, 9 a.m. – noon, Snacks will be provided to clients.
Drop-Off Donation
Site
To
help ensure victims/clients receive the items they need, the Salvation Army has
created a toll-free Donation Hotline (888-369-1349) for donors to call and get
information on the specific items needed. Callers will be asked to
identify what items they have to donate and if they are not useable items
specifically for this flood, the Salvation Army will decline receiving the
donation. If they are non-perishable items that can be used in this disaster
(or future ones), they will be given an Authorization Code and times the MARC
is open to accept their donation. With the Authorization Code, they may drive
to the MARC at their convenience any of the three days and drop off their items
with designated Donation Management personnel. Callers can leave a message and
get a call back should they call after hours or during times of heavy call
volume.
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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!
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
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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 4-5 with an
adult. Register today
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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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YWCA Lake County to offer free colon cancer educational workshop Join a free workshop to learn if you are at risk for colon cancer and the importance of screenings from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 5 at the YWCA Lake County in Gurnee. The first 40 participants ages 45 and older may qualify for a free take-home health test. Register by calling 847-662-4247, ext. 117.
Mental Health Wellness and Recovery Conference The Lake County Mental Health Wellness and Recovery Conference titled, "Semicolon: it's Not Over" will take place from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago. Four CEUs are offered. The registration deadline is Aug. 7. For additional information, send an email to Dorese McCullough at the Lake County Health Department at dmccullough@lakecountyil.gov.
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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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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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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Come
to Waukegan National Night Out and Touch a Truck
Join
the Waukegan Police Department and Waukegan Park
District to see, climb on, and explore over 20 pieces of heavy machinery,
emergency response vehicles, and utility/construction trucks from 5 to 8 p.m.
July 28 at the Waukegan Municipal Beach. Learn
more
Join North Chicago's Community Days Get ready for music, movies,
food and fun as North Chicago holds its annual Community Days Aug. 5 and
6. Learn
more about this year's
festivities.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at 847-721-1563 (cell) or email me at mcunningham@lakecountyil.gov.
I encourage you to forward this update to others who may be
interested in Lake County news. Residents who wish to automatically receive my
bi-weekly newsletter can email me, or click the “Sign up for my mailing list
here” button at the top of the newsletter.
Thank you,
Mary Ross Cunningham
Ms. Cunningham, County Board member and Forest Preserve Commissioner, serves on:
Lake County Board, 9th District: Diversity and Inclusion Committee, (Ad-Hoc), Chair Lake County Law and Judicial Committee, Chair Lake County Health and Community Services Lake County Rules Committee
Lake County Forest Preserves, 9th District: Operations Committee, Vice Chair Diversity and Cultural Awareness Committee
Other appointed positions: National Association of Counties (NACo), Board Representative Lake County Community Health Center Governing Council, Vice Chair Lake County Board of Health Personnel Committee, Chair Community Action Partnership of Lake County, Board Member
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