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 February 28, 2018
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 Ballots for the March 20 Primary Election are
ready for those choosing to vote early at the Clerk’s office or by mail. View
the voter
information guide to see a complete list of candidates, public
questions, early voting sites, and more.
Voter Registration
Online voter registration is available through the Illinois State Board of
Elections until March 4. A valid Illinois driver’s license or state
identification card is required. Register now.
Vote by Mail
Have you ever wondered all the fun things you could be doing instead of
waiting in line on Election Day? We thought of seven ideas that can be much more fun! Vote from the comfort of your own
home. Apply to vote by mail by March 15.
Early Voting
In-person early voting at the Clerk’s office, 18
N. County St., Waukegan, is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until March 2.
Beginning March 5, early voting will be available at
all 15 sites
throughout the county. For early voting, Lake County residents may use any
location regardless of where they live. Grace registration will be
available at all early voting sites, and residents must vote at the same time
as registering.
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Get ready for 10 days to savor as Lake County
Restaurant Week returns March 2 to 11. Featuring nearly 60 restaurants, this is
the perfect opportunity to explore the delicious flavors of Lake County. Enjoy
prix fixe menus and special offers at participating
restaurants.
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 State’s Attorney’s Office
Resumes are now being accepted 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. Today is the final day to apply! Find Out More
Stormwater Management
Commission
Applications are now being taken for a GIS Intern for Summer 2018.
If you have an emphasis in GIS, geography or a related field, this might be the
perfect position for you. Apply
today!
Division of Transportation
LCDOT has two exciting summer internship opportunities in the fields of GIS and Engineering. The GIS intern will perform beginning technical GIS work such as inventory gathering along county bikeways and highways, maintaining spatial data, and map creation. The engineering intern will gain experience in beginning level engineering work such as surveying, performing basic construction inspections, conducting field and laboratory tests on construction materials, and collecting traffic data for traffic studies. Find Out More.
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The mental health
crisis facing our nation and our communities affects everyone - individuals,
families, employers, schools, hospitals, the criminal justice system, and more.
Lake County is working with health and public safety partners and community
members to better understand the problem, strengthen and connect services, and
build a continuum of care. Learn more by viewing
this interactive story map!
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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
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The
Internal Revenue Service is warning taxpayers of a quickly growing scam
involving erroneous tax refunds being deposited into their bank accounts. After
stealing client data from tax professionals and filing fraudulent tax returns,
criminals use the taxpayers' real bank accounts for the deposit. Thieves are
then using various tactics to reclaim the refund from the taxpayers. Find out more.
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Meet Bones, the newest member of the Lake County
Coroner's Office! Bones, a Belgian Malinois, is in training to become a cadaver
dog and to search for missing persons. Bones also will provide grief support
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 Forest Preserve News
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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
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 Earlier this month, the 2017 Stormwater Award winners were honored
for their outstanding achievements. These individuals, communities, groups and
organizations exemplify SMC’s core mission of flood damage reduction, water
quality improvement, and natural resource protection and enhancement. Lake
County is very fortunate to have this level of collaborative dedication and
investment to stormwater management.
Watch the 12th Annual Stormwater
Management Commission Awards video to see highlights from the event.
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I recently had the opportunity to help clear the driveway for area
senior citizens as part of Shields Township's senior snow shoveling
program. Let's all help make Lake County a great place and take some time
to volunteer! View volunteer opportunities.
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Lake County also is a wonderful place to meet an unexpected celebrity. Some local
residents and I had the opportunity to meet WBC Lightweight Champion David Diaz when he attended
the opening of a new local business. |
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