Early voting and voting by mail delayed, Summer youth employment program, and More

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February 16, 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.  

Playdate with Nature: Presidents Day

Playdate with Nature

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 the Lake County Forest Preserves 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


Paratransit Market Study for the Lake County Region

2018 paratransit market study

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.


News from the Sheriff's Office

Citizens police academy

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. 


Job Opening
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for a full-time corrections officer. Only on-line applications will be accepted. View job requirements and apply online.

Jail Status

As Lake County Facilities continues to modernize equipment at the Lake County Jail, the jail will be on lock-down status Feb. 12 through Feb. 16.


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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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


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 Forest Preserve in Libertyville. All ages are welcome. Adult supervision is required. Learn more

Book Your Event at a Forest Preserve Picnic Shelter

2018 lcfpd 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

Children's Museum Pops Up in Downtown Waukegan
Through February, Kohl Children’s Museum will host a pop-up museum at Urban Edge, a storefront gallery in downtown Waukegan. This pilot program will be free to school and childcare groups during weekday hours and to families during evening and weekend hours. View schedule


Mary Ross Cunningham

If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at 847-721-1563 (cell) or email me at mcunningham@lakecountyil.gov

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Thank you,

Mary Ross Cunningham

Ms. Cunningham, County Board member and Forest Preserve Commissioner, serves on:

Lake County Board, 9th District:
Diversity and Inclusion Committee, (Ad-Hoc), Chair
Lake County Law and Judicial Committee, Chair 
Lake County Health and Community Services 
Lake County Rules Committee, vice chair 
Lake County Government Reform Implementation Committee

Lake County Forest Preserves, 9th District: 
Operations Committee, Vice Chair
Diversity and Cultural Awareness Committee
Gospelfest Committee, chair

Other appointed positions:
National Association of Counties (NACo), Board Representative
Lake County Community Health Center Governing Council, secretary
Lake County Board of Health Personnel Committee, Chair
Community Action Partnership of Lake County, Board Member
Lake County Domestic Violence Council
Lake County Sexual Assault Coordination Committee
Waukegan High School Advisory Board
Lake County Veterans Advisory Board 

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