Dear Neighbors,
The past few weeks Lake County has experienced the worst
floods in history. The financial costs
are still be tallied, and the physical and emotional tolls are countless. County staff literally worked around the
clock, as did township and village employees and many dedicated
volunteers. We are very grateful for all
these efforts. In the coming week, the
County and related agencies will be assessing policies and procedures in hopes
of ameliorating financial and administrative burdens on families and businesses
as well as ways to lessen future damages.
I will keep you posted.
I encourage you to sign up for my Facebook page. I am able to provide information very quickly
this way.
All the flooding has created a perfect environment for
mosquitoes—especially the floodwater mosquitoes. 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. But 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, which has been detected in Lake
County this year. It is important that
everyone do their part to Fight the Bite.
See the Lake County Health Department tips at the Fight the Bite Now website.
I am
always looking for feedback on my newsletter as well as what's happening in
Lake County. If you have any comments or concerns, feel free to send me an email. If this newsletter was
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Ann B. Maine amaine@lakecountyil.gov 847-857-1732 Lake County Board, District 21 President, Lake County Forest Preserve District
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. In this video, Chairman
Aaron Lawlor visits the Red Cross Disaster Resource Center, which has helped
hundreds of families impacted by the floods. 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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Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Lake County 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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Forest Preserves News
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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 August at Independence Grove,
and it is open to children ages 4-5 with an adult. Register today
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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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Enjoy nature? Want to learn something new? Visit our Nature Blog, and if you enjoy history, be sure to read the History Blog by Diana Dreske. You'll be surprised at what you learn.
You can also view a full calendar of Forest Preserve events for more information.
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.
Deerfield’s Eat to the Beat lunch series for young people
continues from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Jewett Park.
The Lake County Forest Preserve District Summer Concert Series at Independence Grove takes place at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday nights. After 5 p.m.
there is a $6 fee per car.
The Out to Lunch series in Libertyville’s Cook Park runs
from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays.
The property tax process can be confusing! As blue property assessment notices get mailed to Vernon Township residents as well as residents across Lake County, you may have questions about what goes into determining your property tax bill, property assessments, and how to file an appeal. 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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Understand Your Property Assessment Get free, one-on-one assistance with evaluating your assessment at tax assessment help centers. These are listed on your blue assessment notice, too. Taxpayer advocates are also available from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Chief County Assessment Office, 18 N. County St., 7th Floor, Waukegan.
Should You Appeal Your Property Assessment?
View the five steps to determining if you should appeal your property assessment.
Filing an Appeal? Use our Online System The final filing date for 2017 assessment appeals for Vernon Township is Sept. 5. Our quick and convenient Online Appeal Filing System allows you to get your appeal information to the Board of Review without the hassle of mailing or hand delivering them to the Chief County Assessment Office in Waukegan. Watch this video to learn more about the process to file an appeal online.
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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.
Lincolnshire's National Night Out National Night Out is an annual program to develop
community-police relationships, as well as neighborhood fellowship. Join Lincolnshire National Night Out from 5 to 8 p.m. Aug. 5 at North Park.
Dessert Walk Grab a friend (forks provided) and go to the MainStreet Libertyville Dessert Walk from noon to 3 p.m. Aug. 5.
Summer's End The Opening Reception of Summer’s End, featuring the work of
artist Barbara J. Schneider will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods. There is no cost, and the exhibit runs until Sept. 24.
Deerfield Public Library's Digital Drop Questions about your kindle or iPad? The Deerfield Public library can help. Attend “Digital Drop” from 3 to 4:15 p.m. Aug. 10 . Check out the library's calendar for a complete listing of Digital
Drop-in dates and other programs.
Libertyville offers electric vehicle charging station Did you know that Libertyville has a Chargepoint electric vehicle charging station on the second floor of the Church Street parking garage? Get instructions from
the Chargepoint website.
Grayslake revises Sustainability Plan The Grayslake Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals has recommended adoption of the draft revised 2017
Sustainability Plan. If you’d like to comment on the draft, contact Kirk
Smith, Zoning Officer, at 847-223-8515.
Food pantries need summer donations Many local food pantries need summer donations. Most townships have specific food needs. Visit these local township food pantry sites to learn more. See how you can help your neighbors.
Visit Lake County Check Visit Lake
County for a complete list of activities throughout Lake County.
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