 Road construction is underway across Lake County. Here's information about several projects that are happening in and near our district. I encourage you to use LCDOT's interactive construction map to find the project you’re interested in and see the latest information.
Cedar Lake Road
The northbound closure of Cedar Lake Road is now active as the Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) reconstructs and widens Cedar Lake Road from IL 120 to Nippersink Road. Northbound traffic will follow a posted detour route, and southbound traffic will continue to use Cedar Lake Road during construction. The northbound Cedar Lake Road detour will remain in place through the end of July. For updates, view the project website.
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Wilson Road and Nippersink Road
This year, LCDOT will also be reconstructing the
intersection of Wilson Road and Nippersink Road and installing a new traffic
signal. Extensive utility relocation work is already underway. This project
will also include a retaining wall and a new shared-use path.
U.S. 12 at Illinois 59
Daily lane closures will take place on U.S. 12 at Illinois 59 in Fox Lake, weather permitting, as IDOT completes preliminary work for a bridge replacement project on westbound U.S. 12
over Illinois 59. Learn more
U.S. 12 at Illinois 120
Improvements are being done at this intersection as part of development at the southwest corner. IDOT is
requiring Woodman’s to provide dual left turn lanes at all four legs of 12 and
120 as well as a right-turn lane for eastbound to southbound traffic on 120. There are
no additional through lanes being installed and no additional lanes required on
Gilmer as part of this project.
Resurfacing and Other Preservation Work
Maintaining and preserving our current transportation
system takes top priority when putting together LCDOT's annual improvement plan. The following are projects planned for 2018.
- LCDOT will be replacing a large culvert carrying
Eagle Creek into Long Lake on Rollins Road, west of Fairfield Road. An
estimated two-week closure will be necessary.
- Bridge work on Grass Lake Road over Fox River:
LCDOT will be stabilizing the existing retaining walls on the north side of
Grass Lake Road by extending anchors through the road to the south side.
Additional repairs to the bridge and bike path will be included in this
work.
 Use Lake County PASSAGE
Use Lake County PASSAGE to get a a map of current road
conditions, construction and events, including crashes, stalls, debris, and
other roadway incidents as well as view camera images at major
intersections.
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It’s the time of year to take precautions against ticks, which can be
most active during the warmer weather and can carry diseases such as Lyme
disease. The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center provides
these tips to help protect yourself from exposure to ticks:
- Avoid wooded and brushy areas with high grass and leaf litter.
- Wear light-colored protective clothing, such as long-sleeved
shirts, pants, closed-toe boots or shoes, and a head covering or hat.
- Clear leaf litter, mowing grass, cutting back weeds, and keep
the ground clean under bird feeders.
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How
to Remove A Tick
Whether it’s rubbing alcohol, nail
polish, or a burnt match, there’s a lot of misguided folklore when it comes to
how to remove a tick. Watch this video to learn the proper techniques
to remove a tick.
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 Protect
Your Pets from Ticks
Dogs
love to roll around in the grass, jump in brush and walk in wooded areas – ALL
places ticks may live. Watch this video to
find out the proper way to check and remove ticks from your dog.
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 Lake County will join the nation in
observing Memorial Day, honoring the members of our U.S. Military who gave the
ultimate sacrifice to help protect our country.
We appreciate the dedication and commitment of
these men and women. To honor their service, we offer resources to help veterans and
their families.
Join Area Memorial Day Observances
- The
Villages of Round Lake, Round Lake Beach, Round Lake Park, Round Lake Heights,
Hainesville, Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the American Legion will
sponsor this community wide event on May 28. Learn
more
- Wauconda's Memorial Day parade will begin at 10 a.m. May 28. The parade will end at Memorial Park where there will be a ceremony, honoring the veterans. Learn more
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To improve public safety and reduce repeat offenses, the Lake County
State’s Attorney’s Office has launched a new program to monitor high-risk DUI
offenders 24/7 to ensure they aren’t drinking. As a condition of bond, drunk
driving offenders who cause a crash with serious injuries, those with multiple
DUIs and those who are arrested with a high BAC will be required to stay sober
and wear a high-tech anklet known as the SCRAM Continuous
Alcohol Monitoring. Also known as SCRAM CAM, this anklet automatically
tests the wearer’s perspiration every 30 minutes for alcohol consumption. Find Out More
 Did you know you can anonymously submit a crime tip to
the Lake County Sheriff’s Office online? Tips and information from the
community often aid law enforcement in identifying potential threats, problems,
concerns, or issues. Report a crime tip online. Individuals who have a general tip also can call the Sheriff’s
Office at 847-549-5200, leave a message on our tip line at 847-377-4424
or send an email.
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 Lake County was
recently honored with 2018 Tyler Public Sector Excellence Award for
implementing an innovative new integrated permit and inspection system.
The Tyler Public
Sector Excellence Award is presented to organizations who exhibit leadership,
innovation, and excellence by using their Tyler product in new and effective
ways, Lake County's successful integration of the Tyler EnerGov system has
streamlined daily operations. In 2017, Lake County implemented a new integrated
permit and inspection software system in an effort to further integrate
multiple county departments into a single unified permitting system. This
allowed customers to submit and pay for many permit applications online and
review the status of their applications and inspections using their home
computer. Moving to a more streamlined and efficient permitting and inspection
software system provided a better customer experience and saved valuable time
and resources.
To learn more,
please visit the press release.
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 Forest Preserve News
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 Forest Fitness
Join the Lake County Forest Preserves and dozens of local park districts in the
new Go Lake County movement. This countywide low-impact
fitness initiative aims to empower Lake County residents to improve their
overall health through the simple act of walking. And, there’s no greater
benefit to our bodies and minds than walking in nature. Our outdoor hiking
programs offered in forest preserves throughout Lake County are a natural fit
to get you going. Attend our weekly Forest Fitness hikes, which are now part of
the Go Lake County initiative, or take friends and family
along for a hike on any of our scenic preserve
trails.
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 Sunset Paddle
Enjoy a relaxing paddle and watch the sunset
from Hastings
Lake on May 20, at 7 p.m. Bring your own
equipment or use one of our kayaks. No experience required, but it is
recommended. Register
today.
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 Preserve and Trail Improvement Projects
Several trail and preserve
improvement projects are planned for completion this year, weather permitting.
Here are a few highlights. Check our website for
updates on all projects.
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Lyons Woods to Waukegan
Savanna Trail Connection: We’re partnering with others to create a 2.3-mile paved
trail connecting the Robert McClory Bike Path at Lyons
Woods to
the Green Bay Road right-of-way. Opening this summer.
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Waukegan Savanna Dog
Park: Canines will soon have a
new off-leash dog area to exercise, play and socialize. The entrance is at
the northeast corner of Delany and Yorkhouse Roads. Opening late
fall.
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Spring Bluff Observation
Deck and Trail: An existing asphalt
roadway is being converted to a 0.7-mile trail, and a new wildlife
education and observation deck is being built. Opening late
2018. Learn
more
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 Science in the Preserves
We are serious about our goal
to eradicate the non-native invasive species, buckthorn, from our forest
preserves and beyond. In 2015, we convened several regional organizations to
discuss ideas for controlling buckthorn. This conversation was organized to launch
a pilot project to improve landscapes within the vicinity of Middlefork Savanna (Lake Forest). Around that same time our Assistant Public
Affairs Manager, Allison Frederick, forged a partnership with social scientists
at the U.S. Forest Service (USFS). Eager to discuss applicable methods for
behavioral change and conservation psychology, she teamed up with researchers
at the USFS to determine people’s perceptions of the trees and aesthetics in the
buckthorn pilot area. Learn more
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 National Trail Award Received
A pedestrian bridge installed
last fall over the Metra Railway to connect 4.5 miles of trails
at Middlefork Savanna (Lake Forest) to neighboring facilities and
parks won the best in trails award from the National Association of County Park
and Recreation Officials. The award recognizes exceptional trail project
planning, design and construction and benefits to the community.
The Middlefork Bridge and Trail Connection was made possible by
donations from: Elizabeth and Richard Uihlein, The City of Lake
Forest, Lake Forest Open Lands Association, Chicago Bears, Lake Forest Academy,
Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company and John and Paula Lillard. A special
thank you to bridge and trail Project Manager, Michael Haug, Lake County
Forest Preserves. Watch a short video of the amazing installation.
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