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Sept. 6, 2017

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Food bank comes to Grant Township

Lake County residents, who need meat, produce and non-perishable items can receive them at no cost as the Northern Illinois Food Bank mobile pantry comes to the Grant Township Center from 4 to 6 p.m. today (Sept. 6). Learn more


July 2017 Flood Recent Events

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On Aug. 18, Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor and I joined Governor Bruce Rauner and other state and local officials in Fox Lake to announce that state and federal teams would be touring areas impacted by the recent flood as part of the ongoing damage assessment process.

On Sept. 1, Governor Bruce Rauner sent a request to the president of the United States asking that he approve federal assistance to help people in the northern Illinois region, including Lake County, recover from record flooding and severe storms in July. If Gov. Rauner's request for Individual Assistance (IA) is approved, people in the approved counties would be eligible to apply for grants and low-interest SBA loans. Affected businesses also would be able to apply for low-interest SBA loans. Find out more

 

Health Risks Still Present for Residents Impacted by Flooding
With flooding cleanup and recovery efforts well underway, residents with private water wells and septic systems are reminded to take precautions to avoid health risks as floodwaters often contain bacteria or other contaminants that can cause illness. Floodwater may have contaminated water wells and caused septic systems to fail. The Lake County Health Department is continuing to offer a free water sample analysis until Thursday, Sept. 7. Learn more

 

Unincorporated residents eligible for building permit fee waiver
Unincorporated residents who were impacted by the July 2017 flood are eligible for building permit fee waivers for any flood-related repairs, for example, electrical service, furnace or water heater replacements.  Residents in unincorporated Lake County can contact the Lake County Planning, Building and Development Department at 847-377-2600 for questions and application requirements.

 


Grant Township Assessment Notices

Remember, the final date to appeal your property assessment within Grant Township is Sept. 11View the five steps to determining if you should appeal your property assessment.

Understand Your Property Assessment 
Taxpayer advocates are 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.

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Filing an Appeal? Use our Online System
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.

 


Property Tax Payment Due

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The second installment of your 2016 property tax bill is due today (Sept. 6). Please note you received one bill in May, and you will not receive another bill for the second installment. If you have misplaced your second installment coupon, you can print a copy from the Treasurer's Office website by entering your PIN or address. View your tax bill and check payment status.

  


Be the Voice to Stop Suicide

Let’s bring hope to those who are affected by suicide. As the nation observes National Suicide Prevention Week Sept. 10 to 16, find out how you can play a role in preventing suicide.  

Lake County is committed to help its residents maintain their health and well-being. Those needing immediate mental health assistance can contact the following services 24/7.

  • Individuals can speak anonymously to counselors 24 hours a day and get help by contacting the crisis call center at 847-377-8088. Information and referrals to Lake County Health Department programs are available.
  • Text-A-Tip is a 24/7 anonymous text-communication system for youth needing immediate mental health assistance for themselves or a friend. Download the Lake County Help app, available at the Google Play Store and the Apple store. Within the app, select the 24-7 Text-A-Tip hotline where you will send a message to a dedicated number and receive an immediate response from a licensed clinician while remaining anonymous. 

  


First Human Cases of West Nile Virus

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The first two human cases of West Nile virus in Lake County for 2017 have been confirmed. Since 2002, there have been 60 confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in Lake County, as well as two confirmed deaths. Residents are encouraged to stay active outdoors but to remember to wear insect repellent and take other precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Learn more

  


Veterans History Project

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Veterans are invited to share their stories of wartime experiences on Nov. 10 at the Lake County Courthouse. The veterans’ interviews will be recorded and transcribed by official court reporters and then archived at the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project. Civilians who were actively involved in supporting war efforts are also invited to share their stories. Learn more

  


Cedar Lake Road Construction Update

Cedar Lake Road Sept 2017

The work to replace the Squaw Creek culvert is 90 percent complete. The road is now paved and is open to traffic as of today. All remaining work for this part of the project will be done while the road is open. The remaining work includes pouring one final piece of the culvert, final clean up, work to stabilize the steep sides of Squaw Creek from erosion, and landscaping. Some of this work may require daily lane closures as needed.

The contractor is also making progress on the Forest Preserve property to prepare for paving the new bike path through that area later this year. View the project website to learn more. 

 

Join the Adopt-A-Highway Program

Adopt A Highway

Volunteer to help pick up litter and debris along Lake County highways and bike paths. Volunteers adopt a section of a county highway and commit to cleaning it twice a year. The Lake County Division of Transportation provides the equipment. Take a look at the available sections, fill out an application, and join the fun! Submit your application by Friday, Sept. 8. Learn more about the Adopt-A-Highway program.


Become A Corrections Officer

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The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting full-time corrections officers. Apply online, or if you do not have access to a computer, apply online between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the Lake County Job Center in Waukegan. Individuals must submit their applications by Sept. 13 and attend a mandatory orientation on Sept. 23.


End-of-Summer Rain Barrel, Compost Bin Sale

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Learn the benefits of owning a rain barrel and compost bin as the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County holds an end-of-summer rain barrel, compost bin and accessories sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 15 at its Gurnee facility, 1311 N. Estes St. Both are made using recyclable materials. Some benefits are:

  • Save on your water bill and use water on your own schedule
  • Reduce erosion, flooding and stormwater runoff
  • Help plants resist disease and improve your soil’s pH balance



Local Control on Election of Board Chairman Preserved

Calling it an “inappropriate interference” to county government, Governor Bruce Rauner vetoed Senate Bill 669 late Friday afternoon. The legislation sets a separate process for electing the County Board Chairman in Lake County and requires a local referendum be held in 2018 to seek approval on electing the board chairman directly by voters countywide versus by the members of the county board. Learn more

 


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Forest Preserve News

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Carp-O-Rama
Compete to catch the largest and the most carp while helping to reduce the carp overpopulation. Fish to your heart’s content from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 9 in the South Bay of Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville. Fish from shore only. Boat rental will not available during the event. Illinois fishing license will be required, and state fishing regulations apply. Learn more

 

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Strategic Plan Update
In 2015, the Chiwaukee Prairie Illinois Beach Lake Plain (Lake Plain) was designated a Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention, an intergovernmental treaty for protection of exemplary wetland systems around the world. In June, the Lake Plain received added recognition by the Society of Wetland Scientists as a Wetland of Distinction. This publicly and privately protected ecosystem connects 14 different community types along Lake Michigan in southeast Wisconsin and northeast Illinois. Our partnership in this restoration project supports two of five strategic directions to help us achieve our 100-year Vision for Lake County. Learn more 

 

Nippersink Forest Preserve

Connecting Trails: Nippersink Forest Preserve
Previously a seasonal retreat for camping and recreational vehicles, this preserve is now a year-round haven for people and wildlife. Visitors enjoy trails, picnicking, birdwatching, and nature observation. Century-old oak trees that rise above two scenic lakes, woodlands, wetlands and marshes offer plentiful habitat for wildlife. Extensive shoreline restoration efforts and improved fish habitats make Nippersink a great place to fish. Anglers can fish from shore or from two wheelchair accessible fishing piers.

The Lake County Division of Transportation is constructing a new multi-use path along Cedar Lake Road that will connect existing trails at Nippersink to the new path. This trail connection is part of LCDOT's project to reconstruct Cedar Lake Road from Route 120 to Nippersink Road. Completion of the entire project is expected by the end of 2018. View closure mapLearn more

  


Watch County Board Meetings Live

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Keep informed about Lake County government! Watch County Board meetings live at 9 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. You can watch meetings live online or on Comcast channels 18 and 30, or AT&T channel 99. You can also view archived County Board and Financial Committee meetings anytime.


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Community News

First Fox Lake Fish Fest and Youth Fishing Derby
The first Fox Lake Fish Fest and Fox Lake Youth Fishing Derby will take place Friday, Sept. 8 and Saturday, Sept. 9 at Lakefront Park. Learn more

Blood drive
Blood supplies in the Midwest are critical due to the devastating impact of Hurricane Harvey. Help those impacted by Hurricane Harvey by donating blood between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Meadows Apartments in Lakemoor. Learn more

Northern Illinois Airshow is coming to Waukegan
The Northern Illinois Airshow will take place Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Waukegan Airport. Enjoy a variety of performances as well as helicopter rides. Learn more

Lakemoor Charity Car Show is coming
Join the 19th annual Lakemoor Charity Car Show from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10 at Morrison Park. Enjoy cool cars, music, and food. Learn more

Grant Community High School news
Parent University and College Night will take place at 6 p.m. Sept. 13 at the high school. And, don't miss Grant's homecoming festivities, including the game Sept. 15 and the parade Sept. 16. Learn more

Learn basic disaster response skills
Learn how to prepare for a disaster as the Round Lake Beach Emergency Management Agency offers its fall CERT training class Sept. 15 to 23. The class covers basic first aid, fire suppression and some ways to deal with the effects of a disaster. Admission is free. Learn more

Save the dates! 

  • Enjoy a week of bacon and live music at Bacon Fest Sept. 18 to 23 at Middleton's on Main in Wauconda. Learn more
  • Enjoy family fun at the next Wauconda Cruise Night from 5 to 9 p.m. Sept. 19 at Route 176 and West Mill Street in Wauconda. Learn more

 
 
Judy Martini

I consider it an honor to be able to serve areas of Fox Lake, Ingleside, Lakemoor, Volo, and portions of Wauconda, Lake Villa, Round Lake, and Spring Grove. I hope this newsletter provides you with an insight to Lake County news, local topics and a way for you to connect with neighbors and fellow residents. 

If you have any comments or concerns, please contact me at: JMartini@lakecountyil.gov or 847-629-5880.

Thank you,
Judy Martini

 
 

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