Following the devastating floods, Lake County
government and its partners have been working nonstop to respond to the
disaster and provide needed resources and assistance. I recently visited the Lake County Emergency Operations Center and met with some of the individuals who have worked hard to respond to the severe flooding that impacted many residents and businesses across the county. A
big thank you goes to all those who have come
together to keep us informed and provide assistance.
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Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor also recently visited the Red Cross Disaster Resource Center, which has helped hundreds of families impacted by the floods. In this video, he talks about the response efforts, including what a local disaster declaration means, clean-up, and what all residents should know about mosquitoes. Watch now.
Flood Information Website Make sure to view the county’s flood information page, which contains updated, valuable information, including steps to follow if your home or personal property was damaged by the flooding, free water testing provided by the health department, and additional local resources that may be available for those affected by the flooding.
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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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A mosquito pool sampled earlier this month in
Zion has tested positive for West Nile virus and is the first confirmed
indicator of West Nile presence in Lake County this year. While floodwater
mosquitoes are reaching nuisance population levels in the county, the Lake
County Health Department reports they do not carry the West Nile virus.
The concern is that standing water in items like buckets, gutters, plant
containers and debris from flood cleanup will become breeding sites for the
species of mosquito that is the primary carrier of West Nile virus.
Remember to practice the 4 D’s to protect yourself and your family
from mosquitoes: Drain, Defend, Dawn to Dusk, and Dress. Visit the
health department’s Fight
the Bite Now website to learn more prevention tips and additional
information about West Nile virus.
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Lake County businesses, schools, churches, non for profits and
units of government are invited to bring broken and unwanted electronics to be
recycled at a special collection event from 8 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 27 at the Lake
County Division of Transportation, 600 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville.
The Solid Waste Agency of
Lake County provides free opportunities for residents to recycle electronics
through a network of drop off locations. However, State law limits these
locations to accept only residential electronics. Learn
more about this collection, including what items will be accepted.
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The Nineteenth Judicial
Circuit recently celebrated the expansion of the Robert W. Depke Juvenile
Complex Center in Vernon Hills. The building now features new courtrooms and
hearing rooms and more space for the State's Attorney's Office and Public Defender's
Office to privately interview clients and witnesses. Watch this video to learn more
about the center.
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Join the Lake County
Children’s Advocacy Center as the Gurnee facility celebrates 30 years of
seeking justice for children in Lake County as well as the opening of its new
healing garden. The celebration will begin at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 2 at 123 N.
O’Plaine Road, Gurnee. The Children's Advocacy Center's goal is to investigate and help
successfully prosecute offenders of child abuse without causing further trauma
to the child victim. Learn more about the center.
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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The top 70 PGA Tour players
and golf enthusiasts will again come to Lake County as the BMW Championship
takes place Sept. 12 to 17 at Conway Farms Golf Club in Lake Forest. Learn more about the 2017 BMW Championship, including
opportunities to volunteer at the event. The tournament is expected to bring more traffic to the area, so make sure
to go to Lake County PASSAGE to check updated traffic conditions.
Lake Zurich Legislative Breakfast Summit Rescheduled Due to several legislators being called back to Springfield for a special session, the Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast Summit, which was originally planned July 27, has been rescheduled for Sept. 28 at Concorde Banquets. The
state budget, Route 53 extension, road construction, school funding and more
will be discussed. Learn more
Lake Zurich's first Kids Yard Sale is coming Be part of the first Kids Yard Sale from 3 to 7 p.m. Aug. 18. The sale will be held outdoors, weather permitting, at Paulus Park as part of the Lake Zurich farmers market. Learn more
Blood drive planned in Long Grove The Long Grove Fire
District is holding a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 11 at Arboria of Long Grove, 2300 IL 53. Appointments are recommended, but
walk-ins are welcome. Prepare for your donation by eating well,
staying hydrated and bringing your ID.
Save the date! Enjoy family-friendly activities, including music, wagon rides, games and more at Ela Township Day Sept. 21 at Knox Park in Lake Zurich. Learn more
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