Lake County homeowners have been receiving letters from two
companies regarding the deed to their homes. The letters look official and
threatening, but the true purpose of the mailing is to get you to spend your
money with a fake company. Watch this video to
learn how to protect yourself. If you have any questions or need a copy of your
deed, contact the Lake County Recorder of Deeds Office at 847-377-2575.
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The
Lake County Recorder of Deeds Office provides a tool for homeowners to help protect
their biggest investment. Property Check is a free, easy-to-use, 24/7 online
service that will alert subscribers, via email and/or text message, whenever a
document is recorded against their name and/or property. The sign-up process only takes a few minutes. Once you enter your name
notification criteria, you will only need to update your account information if
your email address or cell phone number changes. Sign up!
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Fairfield Road and Monaville Road Public Hearing The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) is conducting
an intersection improvement study at Fairfield Road and Monaville Road in
an effort to reduce congestion and improve safety. Please join us for the final
public hearing for this project on Oct. 17. The purpose of this
meeting is to present the proposed improvements and impacts to
public land. At the meeting, you will have the opportunity to learn more
about the project, view exhibits of the improvements, and provide feedback. Visit the project website to learn more.
When: 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 17 (open house format) Where: Lake Villa Township, 37908 N. Fairfield Road, Lake Villa
Washington Street Thoroughfare Project Comes to an End Local officials gathered to celebrate the completion of the Washington Street Thoroughfare Project in central Lake County. The $53 million project included reconstructing and widening Washington Street as well as providing a grade separation by lowering Washington Street under the CN/Metra railroad tracks. Watch this video to learn more.
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Lake County Update - Pace
Bus Services Improving transportation is a top strategic goal for the
Lake County Board, which includes working with our transit partners like Pace
suburban bus service to provide services that meet the needs of our residents
and our workforce. In this edition of Lake County Update,
Linda Soto, Lake County’s representative on the Pace Board of Directors, talks
about the fixed Pace routes in Lake County, Paratransit, the Shuttle Bug
program, and new programs being rolled out elsewhere in the region that may
make their way to Lake County, including Park-n-Ride and new Flex Lanes where express buses can move onto the shoulder of the Tollway when traffic is congested.
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This summer, Lake County experienced
record flooding resulting in damage to many homes. The Stormwater
Management Commission is hosting a
Floodproofing Expo and Workshop for homeowners and property owners to learn about products, services, and solutions to minimize
flood damages to your properties. The
event will take place from 3 to 8 p.m. Oct. 19 at
the Libertyville Sports Complex. Explore exhibitor tables, and listen to
presentations where you can learn about how drainage systems work and ask
questions about anything from flood insurance to best practices for flood
damage protection. The event is free. Learn
more
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Lake County Working to Improve Air Quality Did you know that roundabouts, bike
paths and smart traffic signals not only can help lead to less traffic and
better fuel consumption but also help improve air quality? Watch this video as
representatives from the Lake County Division of Transportation explain how.
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Lake County’s Dirty Jobs: Working to Improve Water Quality Did you know Lake County roadways
have storm sewer vortexes that act as filters for road grime, oil and other
debris and help improve water quality? Watch our latest Lake County’s Dirty Jobs as
County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor cleans out a vortex structure using a sewer
truck on Old McHenry Road, east of Quentin Road.
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College
students and their parents can get help applying for college financial aid by
attending a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) workshop offered now
through February 2018 at locations across Lake County. View the full schedule in English and Spanish. At these free workshops, staff will help you
complete and file your FAFSA online. The FAFSA must be
filled out for students to be considered for state and federal financial aid,
and many colleges and universities rely on FAFSA data to determine eligibility
for the institution’s own financial aid funds. Learn more, including what documents to bring to the
session.
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Find
Workshops, Events at Job Center of Lake County
Are you seeking employment? Transitioning careers? The Job
Center of Lake County offers a variety of workshops and job events each month
to help you learn job search techniques and other resources to land your next
job. View the schedule of workshops and events that will be offered
through October.
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Join
Lake County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Deputy Unit
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for
reserve deputies. The Reserve Deputy Unit members assist other Lake County
Sheriff’s Office Divisions and municipal police departments in times of natural
and man-made emergencies or disasters. The unit also provides traffic and crowd
control, searches for missing persons, aids in crime scene evidence searches,
DUI checkpoints, and participates in many other Lake County events. Applicants
must be at least 21 years old, a U.S. citizen and a high school graduate or
equivalent. Applications are available online and
at the Lake County Sheriff's Office in Waukegan. Applications are due by Oct.
20.
Lake
County is Hiring!
Lake
County government offers career opportunities that cover a wide spectrum of
fields including law, law enforcement, corrections, nursing, finance and
budgeting, highway maintenance, and more. View the current job opportunities available.
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Forest Preserve News
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Hike
Lake County Challenge Enjoy
fall breezes and autumn colors while exploring designated “Hike Lake County”
trails. Complete just seven of the hikes by Nov. 30 to earn a
commemorative shield. View this year’s hike locations here.
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New
Interactive Trail Map Did
you hear that? The preserves are calling your name. Find your next adventure
with the new Interactive Trail Map. This easy-to-use map will
help you locate trails, preserves, activities and amenities from your phone,
tablet or computer. Start exploring today!
Unclaimed
Property Auction At 9 a.m. Oct. 28, Obenauf Auction Service, Inc. will auction off a
variety of unclaimed property found in forest preserves throughout Lake County.
The auction will be held at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake.
Bicycles, clothing, electronics, and other assorted items in the
possession of the Lake County Forest Preserve Ranger Police Department will be sold at
the auction. All property is sold "as is." Check
the Obenauf Auction Service, Inc. website
for photos and details of auction items. For information, contact our Ranger
Police Department at 847-968-3404.
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Fire and police departments to battle at chili cook-off Join the annual
Area Fire Department versus Police Department chili cook-off from 11 a.m. to 3
p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at Old Mill Creek Country Store in Antioch. Enjoy all-you-can-eat samplings from every
department, and vote for your favorite dish.
For information, call 224-788-8085.
Fall offerings by Lindenhurst Park District Come to the
Haunted Trail and Bonfire from 3 to 8 p.m. Oct. 14 at the Lindenhurst Park
District’s Forest View Park. There will be wagon rides, the Happy Ghosts straw
maze, entertainment and more. Learn more
Join a
not-so-spooky Halloween Party from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 28. This
family-friendly indoor party, open to ages 10 and under with a caregiver will
include games, a dance party, crafts, trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and
more. Learn more
Fall Fest Enjoy pony rides, hayrides, a petting farm and playground built out of giant hay bales at the Fall Fest, which takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every weekend at Patch 22 in Wadsworth. For information, call 847-336-0120.
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