Hello Neighbors
With all the tragedy in the world recently, I find it difficult to start telling you about all the good in Lake County. Our family has friends and family in the places that are suffering natural and manmade disasters. We offer our thoughts and prayers for the tens of thousands of individuals impacted recently. I am grateful for each new day and the blessings of life here in our communities.
This newsletter includes valuable, important information: alerts about protecting you and your home from scams and flooding. Transportation is a major issue in Lake County. You'll find articles regarding roads, public transit and bike/hike paths and trails (some 500 miles!). Please take a few minutes to watch the video about commuting by bicycle. It's full of practical tips from a veteran commuter.
Fall is my favorite time of the year. The Forest Preserve news points to outdoor activitiies while the community links reference seasonal events - and information to help you dispose of Autumn yard debris.
Thanks to the County staff and other elected officials for providing news, tips and recommendations for me to share with you.
Please email or call me with your comments, suggestions
and questions. Please forward this to friends who can benefit from this twice-monthly newsletter. They can subscribe via the link at the top of this page.
Regards,
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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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 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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 Washington
Street Thoroughfare Project Comes to an End
The Lake
County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) is wrapping up the Washington Street
Thoroughfare project in central Lake County. This $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.
Check out this side-by-side video of traveling through the project
BEFORE and AFTER construction.
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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 comes to Hawthorn Woods to clean out a vortex structure using a sewer
truck on Old McHenry Road, east of Quentin Road.
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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
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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 in Mundelein, Wauconda, and other 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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 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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Find
Workshops, Job 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
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 This summer, Lake County experienced
record flooding resulting in flood 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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 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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Kipp to retire from Mundelein Park and Recreation District
After 34 distinguishing years serving the Mundelein community, Rita Kipp will retire later this month as the superintendent of recreation at the Mundelein Park and Recreation District. She has been instrumental in the growth of the district with the construction of the Community Center and Park View Health and Fitness, Steeple Chase Golf Club, Diamond Lake Sports Complex, Barefoot Bay Family Aquatic Center,and the Regent Center. Read more about Kipp.
Americana Music Concert
The University of St Mary of the Lake Seminary and the Old#1 Committee will host an Americana Music Concert at 2 p.m. Oct. 15. Enjoy an afternoon of organ music on the mighty Wurlitizer Theater organ in the Cardinal Mundelein Auditorium, 1000 E Maple Ave. The program also will include the Mundelein High School Jazz Ensemble and the Santa Maria Del Popolo Handbell ringers. For information, call 847-404-2347.
Enjoy Coffee with a Cop
Join the Hawthorn Woods, Lake Zurich, and Kildeer police departments for the second annual Coffee with a Cop from 8 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 at the Mariano's on Route 22 and Quentin Road. Ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know officers in your neighborhood.
A discussion for mothers and daughters
Mothers and their daughters ages 9 to 14 are invited to join an interactive discussion from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 21 at the Ela Township Community Center. Topics will include self-esteem, physical changes, and communication tips. Learn more
Fall brush pick-up, leaf vacuuming
Fall brush pick-up will start Oct. 16 in the Village of Wauconda. Residents who would like to participate must have brush placed at the curb by 7 a.m. Oct. 16.
Leaf vacuuming will begin the week of Oct. 23 and continue through the week of Nov. 27. Residents are asked to rake the leaves within five feet of the curb by Monday morning for pick up each week. Leaves should not be bagged and should not be placed in the gutter or street. Learn more regarding these services.
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