Property assessment questions answered, Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus, and More

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Craig Taylor, District 19

July 26, 2017

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2017 Flood Information

Taylor visits EOC

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. 

County Update flooding

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. 


Get Your Property Assessment Questions Answered

County Update property tax assessments

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.


Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Lake County

Fight the Bite

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.


Special Electronics Recycling Collection Planned July 27

electronics recycling

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.


Depke Juvenile Complex Center Expands

Depke center expansion

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. 


Join Children’s Advocacy Center’s Birthday Celebration

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.


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Gospelfest 2017

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


Lake County to Host PGA Golf Tournament

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.


Community News

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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