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February 13, 2018

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Early Voting & Voting by Mail Delayed in Illinois

In-person early voting at the County Clerk’s office and voting by mail throughout the entire state of Illinois will be delayed until around Feb. 16 as an objection appeal by a candidate is being reviewed by the courts. Only after this objection appeal has been resolved can the state send a final certified candidate list to all Illinois election authorities. Find out more


Apply to Join Summer Youth Employment Program

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Applications for the 2018 Lake County Summer Youth Employment Program are now being accepted. The program, funded by the Lake County Board, will provide meaningful work experiences for approximately 215 youth. Participants will work at various sites in Lake County, including private employers and nonprofit organizations, local municipalities and community-based organizations.  The program will begin June 18 and will last approximately six weeks.

Applications will be accepted until Feb. 28 the following ways:

  • Bring to the Job Center of Lake County, 1 N. Genesee St. Waukegan
  • By mail, postmarked by Feb. 28, to the Job Center of Lake County
  • By fax at 847-377-3474 
  • Submit this form.  

Paratransit Market Study for the Lake County Region

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A Paratransit Market Study is underway in Lake County to evaluate transportation options for seniors, people with disabilities, and the general public. The public was recently invited to learn more about the study at the second round of community meetings held in January 2018. Meeting attendees had the opportunity to provide input on the analysis of existing conditions and draft recommendations for service implementation. If you weren’t able to attend one of the meetings, please provide your feedback by taking the online survey.
 

Learn More: Watch VIDEO, Visit Project WEBSITE, Take SURVEY


Beware of Utility Scam

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Be on alert for scam artists claiming to be a ComEd representative seeking payment. The company has seen a significant increase in reports from small businesses and residential customers who were victimized by these types of scam incidents. Take these precautions to avoid being scammed.

If you’ve been victimized by fraud, the Consumer Protection Division of the Illinois Attorney General’s office may be able to help. Visit www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/consumers.

Be A Careful Consumer! Protect Yourself
Crooks use schemes to defraud millions of people. They combine technology and tricks to get you to give money or personal information, pressuring you to make important decisions on the spot. Stay a step ahead and protect yourself with the latest information as well as practical tips from the Federal Trade Commission. Sign up to get scam alerts right to your email.


Join Citizen Police Academy

See first-hand how the Lake County Sheriff’s Office maintains law and order by attending the Citizen Police Academy, which begins March 8 through May 17. The academy is offered free to Lake County residents, who must be 21 years old or older. Get an application online or at Lake County Sheriff’s Office, 25 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Waukegan. Apply by Feb. 26. 

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Protect Yourself from the Flu

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Flu activity remains high in Lake County and across the United States. It is not too late to get a flu vaccine. The CDC anticipates there will be significant flu activity for many weeks to come. Learn how to protect yourself in this message from Victor Plotkin, epidemiologist coordinator at the Lake County Health Department. Watch video


Apply for Internship with State’s Attorney’s Office

The Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office is currently accepting resumes for its 2018 summer internship program.  The program is available to first- and second-year law students and to college students who have completed their first year. The deadline to apply is Feb. 28.  Find Out More

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Playdate with Nature

Playdate with Nature: Presidents Day
Are your kids off school on Feb. 19? Move them outdoors for unstructured seasonal play activities, proven healthful and beneficial for children of all ages. Join us for this free event from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Lyons Woods in Waukegan. Adult supervision is required. This is a Lake County Nature Network Event.  Learn more
 

Symbols of Illinois: Flourite, Drummer, Tully Monster

Celebrate the Illinois Bicentennial (1818-2018) by learning about state symbols. Each program in this 10-part series teaches about the origin and natural history of the state symbols, and may also include a brief walk. The next program will meet from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at Independence Grove in Libertyville. All ages are welcome. Adult supervision is required. Learn more

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Book Your Event at a Forest Preserve Picnic Shelter
Reservations for 2018 picnic permits are now available. Choose from 31 picnic shelters located in scenic forest preserves throughout the county. Picnic shelter permits ensure exclusive use of a shelter for your family reunion, company picnic or other group gathering. Plan early to help ensure your first choice of shelter and date. Learn more


Community News

Smart Driving Course
Lake Villa Township will offer two AARP smart driving courses, designed for drivers ages 50 and older to refresh driving skills and their knowledge of the rules of the road. The course will be offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 10 and 11 and again 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 10 and 11. To register, call the township office at 847-356-2116.

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