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As it has for the past decade,
Lake County has received the “Distinguished Budget Presentation Award” from the
Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Lake County consistently
receives this annual award that reflects the County’s commitment to meet the
highest principles of governmental budgeting and shows Lake County satisfies
nationally recognizes guidelines for effective budget presentation. The award
demonstrates that the budget serves as a policy document, financial plan,
operations guide and a communications device.
The Lake County Board has a strong track record of practicing fiscal
responsibility. Lake County consistently has a balanced budget, and for 20
years has maintained a Triple A credit rating – the highest rating possible.
Lake County is one of only two counties in Illinois that have a AAA rating from
the rating agencies Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s, an achievement held by approximately 2% of the nation’s counties.
Also each year, an independent professional audit of Lake County’s finances
is completed. The audit firm of Baker Tilly recently issued a “clean opinion”
for the latest audit, which is the highest opinion available. The recent
audit, along with the credit rating and GFOA awards, collectively show Lake
County is financially sound.
One of the best
things about saying farewell to summer is looking forward to a fall festival in
Lake County. Enjoy autumn’s glows firsthand while heading to an Oktoberfest,
get spooked, pick out enormous orange fruits or get lost in a maze of maize.
View Visit
Lake County’s guide to the county’s fall festivals.
 Road work resumed last week with equipment and material delivery,
sign installation, pavement saw cutting and storm sewer work. The contractor is
currently installing storm sewer on Robert Parker Coffin Road between Old McHenry
Road and the bridge. This week, crews plan to
resume storm sewer operations on Old McHenry Road.
Watch for workers and flaggers as daily lane closures will be
utilized. Watch for trucks coming in and out of the job site. For more information, visit the project website.
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 The Federal Emergency
Management Agency, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission,
will issue a test of the Nationwide Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) which will
be sent to all compatible cell phones on Oct. 3. The test was originally scheduled Sept. 20.
Please note some older cell phones may not receive the test message.
This test will be
followed by a test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS), which is made
available to radio and television broadcasters, cable systems, satellite radio
and television providers, and wireline video providers. The EAS test is
scheduled to last about one minute and will be similar to regular monthly EAS
test messages. Learn
more
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Time is running out to register for the 10th Annual Deicing
Workshops, which will take place Oct. 1 to 3. Businesses have to
balance safety with effective ice and snow removal practices. There are best practices to follow and sensible
methods and alternatives to use that can be more environmentally friendly and
cost-effective. The final day to register is Thursday, Sept. 27. Register today!
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 As you discover a growing pile of shoes that no longer
fit, don’t throw them away! Keep them out of the landfills and recycle it all
instead. As part of the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County's Reuse-A-Shoe
program, new locations have opened to bring your new and gently used shoes
including drop-off bins in Deerfield, Gages Lake, Port Barrington and Vernon
Hills.
Learn more about the Reuse-A-Shoe
program, including all locations and what items are accepted. And, make sure to
learn about all of SWALCO’s recycling programs, including clothing and textiles, household electronics
and household chemical
waste.
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Seniors are cordially
invited to attend Senior Law Day on Oct. 12. Learn about elder law, scams
targeting seniors, and voting, and tour the new Court Tower! Hosted by the 19th Judicial Circuit
Court, this event will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 12 at the Lake County
Court Tower, 301 Washington St., Waukegan. Reserve
your spot.
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 The
Lake County Sheriff's Office is now hiring Corrections Officers. Take
pride in serving your community, enjoy working in a team environment, receive
training to further a successful career path, and receive great benefits while
working for Lake County's largest law enforcement agency. Watch this video as Lake County Sheriff
Mark Curran explains the responsibilities of a corrections officer on a typical
day.
In order to attend the mandatory orientation and testing, your
application must be completed, and fees have to be paid by Oct. 8. Apply
today!
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 Diabetes is a disease that affects how your body uses blood
sugar or glucose and is the sixth leading cause of death in Lake County. The
good news is diabetes is preventable and can be controlled. Watch
this video to learn about a new resource created by Live Well Lake
County to teach you more about diabetes prevention and management.
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 Remembering.
Ending stigma. Saving lives. Join the sixth annual Walk for Awareness and
Suicide Prevention on Oct. 6 at Hastings Lake Forest Preserve in Lake Villa.
There also will be a one-mile walk option. As part of the event, visit
information tables from Lake County agencies covering topics such as mental
health, physical health, counseling, aging and community services. Learn more
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 Forest Preserve News
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 Meet the
Author: David Powell
Author David
Powell will speak about the experience of Lake County soldiers in the 96th Illinois Infantry at Horseshoe Ridge,
Chickamauga, during the American Civil War on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 3:30 to 4
p.m. at the Dunn
Museum in Libertyville. Powell is the author of The Maps of Chickamauga, among
many other titles. Learn
more
Free Senior
Museum Admission
Senior admission to the Dunn
Museum in Libertyville is free for the
entire month of October. Daily admission for seniors (62 and up) is just $3 all
other months and $1.50 on Discount Tuesdays. Plan
your visit.
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 Teacher Open House
Lake County educators, learn about exciting programs and resources for your class, tour the exhibitions and take part in guided teacher training sessions with our education staff on Oct. 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville. Professional development credits will be available. Learn more
Welcome REI
Our county’s first REI store opens Friday, Sept. 28 in Vernon Hills. The retail and outdoor recreation services company has already forged a partnership with the Lake County Forest Preserves. In addition to offering recreation programs in various preserves, we are delighted to thank REI for its recent $20,000 grant to support two public access projects. With these funds, and the help of Youth Conservation Corps crews this summer, we extended an existing boardwalk at Ryerson Woods in Riverwoods and stabilized the Des Plaines River shoreline with native wetland plants at the Wright Woods Canoe Launch at IL Route 60 in Vernon Hills.
REI is also supporting the LCFD Preservation Foundation through a partnership with a local brewery that is donating a portion of the proceeds from a new limited-edition beer. You can stop by the Grand Opening or REI on Friday, Sept. 28 and Saturday, Sept. 29 for a taste, and to check out the new store.
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 Read Lake Zurich's latest What's Happening With... Story
The Village of Lake Zurich is continuing its popular "What's Happening With..." series by sharing the status of Sparrow Ridge Plaza on Rand Road. This
series, presented by the village, reviews the history, ownership, development
activity and current conditions of various properties in the village that are
often asked about. Read the story.
Citizens for Conservation Volunteer Fair
Volunteers are the core of success for Citizens for Conservation, helping with on-the-ground restoration, education, wildlife monitoring and more. Find out what you can do. Attend a program from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30 at CFC headquarters in Barrington. Learn more
Country Fair
Join the second Annual
Country Fair from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30 at Walk On, 26665 W. Cuba Road, Barrington. Enjoy family activities
including a petting zoo, pony rides, an inflatable obstacle course, and more. Admission is free,
Coffee with a Cop
Join the Hawthorn Woods, Lake Zurich and Kildeer police departments for coffee and conversation from 8 to 10 a.m. Oct. 3 at Mariano's in Lake Zurich. It's an opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns and know the officers in your neighborhood.
Parenting
Emotionally Healthy Young Adults
The National Alliance
on Mental Illness (NAMI) Barrington Area will host a presentation on Launching
Emotionally Healthy Young Adults at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 1 at the
Barrington Area Library, 505 N. Northwest Highway. Experts will address concerns about what is normal, and how to deal
with sadness, depression, anxiety, and stress management in their young adult
children. Learn more
Fall Wine Walk
Enjoy a “Sipping Saturday” while strolling through downtown Barrington
and sipping wine provided by 29 participating merchants. The Barrington Fall Wine Walk will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. Oct. 13. Learn more
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