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The Lake County Division of Transportation will once again be busy this year,
planning nearly $100 million in road projects under construction, including the intersection improvement and reconstruction of Old McHenry Road in Long Grove. You can learn more about this project by attending the public meeting on April 4. More information can be found below.
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Attend the Senior Expo Extravaganza
Join me as I share the services Lake County provides to senior citizens at the Senior Expo Extravaganza from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 10 at the Arboretum Club, 401 Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove. Hosted by the Village of Buffalo Grove and the Buffalo Grove Park District, this event is a one-stop shop where senior citizens can meet vendors and learn about the wide range of services available to them. I hope to see you there!
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 The state
of Lake County is strong. The Lake County Board continues to
deliver on its mission of providing exceptional, financially sustainable
services that promote a safe, healthy and economically strong Lake
County.
In this State
of the County video, Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor provides a
look back at the progress we are making to advance our strategic goals and
looks ahead at the priorities for this year.
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 The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) will host a Public Information Meeting concerning the upcoming reconstruction of Old McHenry Road in downtown Long Grove. The project will include an intersection improvement at Robert Parker Coffin Road from a four-way stop to a controlled traffic signal, pavement reconstruction and resurfacing, drainage improvements, pedestrian accommodations (sidewalk and bike path), street lighting, and other associated improvements. LCDOT is working closely with the Village of Long Grove to coordinate construction to minimize impacts on community festivals.
The purpose of the meeting is to provide information about the upcoming construction activities, traffic management and detours on Old McHenry Road. Exhibits showing the proposed conditions will be on display and project representatives will be available to discuss the project and answer any questions. View the project website to learn more, and sign up for project specific emails.
When: 5 to 7 p.m. (open house format) April 4
Where: Kildeer Countryside Elementary, 3100 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove
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 The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) is
gearing up for a busy road construction season. In 2018, Lake County will have
nearly $100 million in road projects under construction, including 30 new
projects such as the Quentin Road widening project near Lake Zurich and the
intersection improvement and reconstruction of Old McHenry Road in Long Grove.
There will also be several resurfacing projects, culvert replacements, signal
modernizations, and enhancements to the non-motorized network.
View the Interactive
Construction Map to find a project you are interested in and connect to the
latest information and important updates.
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 After
spending more than a year relocating its vast historic collections and building
brand-new exhibitions from scratch, the Lake County Forest Preserves announces the opening
of the new Bess Bower
Dunn Museum of Lake County, in Libertyville. Dedicated to sharing the
entwined stories of people, events and nature, the Dunn Museum provides a
chronological walk through Lake County’s history from prehistoric times to the
present and invites visitors to explore the land where it happened.
The Dunn Museum uses a balance
of authentic artifacts, interactive exhibits, reproductions and audiovisual
displays. Permanent exhibitions include
Prehistoric Lake County, The First People, An American Frontier, Innovations
and Preservation and Woodland Theater. A Special Exhibition Gallery will host
temporary exhibitions, traveling exhibitions and staff-curated exhibitions
on topics touching on art, history and popular culture. Each gallery includes
an interactive touch screen that directs visitors to different forest preserves
to see firsthand where history took place. Galleries also include fun
animations narrated by Bill Kurtis, Chicago’s legendary television journalist,
that tell stories about Lake County’s past. Visit the Dunn Museum today.
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 Did you know 84 million Americans have prediabetes, and you
might be one of them? Prediabetes means you’re at risk for developing type 2
diabetes. Find
out if you’re at risk by taking the test at DoIHavePrediabetes.org. As you can see, It
takes only a minute!
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 Twelve Lake County students recently competed in
the Lake County Final Spelling Bee Competition. Sharanya Pastapur, an
eighth-grader at Lake Zurich Middle School North, and Anmol Dash, an
eighth-grader at Daniel Wright Jr. High School, were declared co-winners after
competing for more than 30 rounds! Both competitors will travel to Washington
D.C. to compete in the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee. Watch this video to learn more, and view all this year’s Lake County competitors.
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 Learn about careers
in information technology, engineering, professional services and healthcare at
a Multi-Industry Job Fair from 3 to 7 p.m. April 17 at the University Center of
Lake County in Grayslake. There will be
over 25 employers offering onsite interviews to potential candidates. Learn more
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 Lake
County Public Works has begun its semi-annual water hydrant flushing program.
After hydrant flushing, customers may notice a slight discoloration of the water.
Residents are urged not to do laundry during periods of flushing to avoid
clothes to be stained. This is not harmful and will dissipate after a short
time. It is recommended to run cold water for several minutes to clear your
pipes. View the schedule.
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 Forest Preserve News
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 Independence Grove Beach Season Passes
Get unlimited access to the swimming beach at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville, -- including participation in Family Fun Friday
games and prizes –– with the purchase of a 2018 beach season pass now on sale
to Lake County residents. The pass allows holders unlimited use of
the 400-foot sand beach that runs
along the South Bay of Independence Grove's 115-acre lake. Purchase yours today!
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 Rainbow Trout Season Opens April 7
Lakewood Forest
Preserve in Wauconda opens for rainbow trout fishing
on Saturday, April 7, following the release of trout in Banana Lake. Most of
the trout range in size from three-quarters to one pound. The trout stocking is
a biannual fall and spring event at the 3.2-acre Banana Lake. Daily creel limit
is five. The deepest point in Banana Lake is 25 feet. Learn more
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Save the Date for Craft Beer Festival
Join the Long Grove Craft Beer Festival from noon to 6 p.m. April 28 in historic downtown Long Grove. The event will feature local breweries as well as food and musicians. Learn more
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As always, I welcome your feedback. If this newsletter was forwarded to you, please sign up to continue to receive news about Lake County and District 20.
Thank you,
Sidney Mathias
Mr. Mathias, County Board member and Forest Preserve Commissioner, serves on:
Lake County Board, 20th District:
Ad Hoc Legislative Committee, Co-Chair
Ethics and Oversight Committee, Vice Chair
Planning, Building and Zoning Committee
Public Works and Transportation Committee
Lake County Government Reform Implementation Committee
Lake County Forest Preserves, 20th District:
Diversity and Cultural Awareness Committee, Chair
Planning Committee, Vice Chair
Rules Committee
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