Spring is here, so get ready for a busy road construction season in Lake County! The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) has already started to work on a few of the 29 projects, investing nearly $134 million in road projects this year. This includes 22 new projects, including the reconstruction and widening of Weiland Road and intersection improvements at Hunt Club Road at IL 132 and Old McHenry Road at U.S. 12. Learn more.
Be in the Know! Connect with LCDOT
View our Interactive Construction Map to find the project you’re interested in and connect to important updates.
Use technology to get where you want to go! Check out Lake County PASSAGE to find real-time local traffic information and sign up to receive traffic alerts in your inbox.
Voter Registration
Grace Registration is available through April 2 at any early voting site when open and at the voter’s assigned Election Day site. Applicants must meet all voter registration requirements, provide valid identification, and vote at the time of registration.
Vote Early
Early voting is available through April 1 at sites throughout Lake County. Find an early voting site near you by using this locator. Hours vary at the different sites, and some locations even offer weekend and evening hours.
Vote on Election Day
Those choosing to vote on Election Day, April 2 must go to their assigned polling location. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Find your assigned voting site.
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Learn about the Upper Des Plaines River Watershed (DPRW) Impact Analysis, which outlined concerns of increased flooding and negative impacts to the DPRW in both Wisconsin and Illinois due to development in the region. Also, the Lake County Board created a new Ad-Hoc Committee that will look for opportunities to consolidate local drainage districts to enhance government efficiency and provide cost savings, and introduced new budget policies that will make the County’s budget more transparent and easier to understand. Watch Video.
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Congratulations to the 2018 Lake County Stormwater Award winners! These individuals, communities, groups and organizations exemplify SMC’s core mission of flood damage reduction, water quality improvement, natural resource protection, and enhancement. Meet this year’s winners.
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Forest Preserve News
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Volunteers Lend Hands and Hearts to Help Forest Preserves Grow and Thrive
Helping with fishing camps, planting native gardens, monitoring wildlife and assisting at the Dunn Museum are just a few of the volunteer efforts performed by single individuals or groups. A total of 1,921 volunteers spent 25,910 hours in forest preserves throughout Lake County in 2018. Playing key roles in operations and public safety, habitat restoration, education and cultural preservation, the hours had a value of $674,000. Learn more »
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Spring festivals in Lake County feature the most delectable eats, eclectic live music, radiant works of art and more. Check out Visit Lake County’s Spring Festivals Guide.
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Lake County residents who are unable to pay outstanding fees and fines may be eligible for Lake County’s Road to Reinstatement Pilot Program. This program will provide individuals an opportunity to reduce outstanding costs to get their licenses renewed or reinstated. To apply for the program, individuals must submit an application for waiver of court fees, personal information form, and their driving abstract by Friday, March 29. Find out more.
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Low-cost pet vaccination clinics provide a convenient and affordable way to keep pets up to date with their shots and rabies tags. The Lake County Health Department will begin its spring pet vaccination clinics on March 30. Only cash will be accepted on site. Find a pet vaccination clinic near you.
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Lake County Public Works will begin its semi-annual water hydrant flushing program April 1. The expected completion date is April 26. Hydrant flushing enhances water quality because it removes any residue buildup in the mains. Residents are urged not to do laundry during periods of flushing in your area to avoid staining of clothing, which may occur due to the disturbance in the water main. View the hydrant flushing schedule.
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Learn about 130 bachelor’s, graduate, and professional development programs available at the University Center of Lake County Spring Open House from 6 to 8 p.m. April 11. Meet program representatives to ask questions about curriculum and admission, discuss career paths, and find the right programs. Register today!
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Fremont School District 79 is teaming up with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office in a new pilot program that will enhance school safety efforts when seconds matter. The program will focus on information sharing between County schools and the Sheriff’s Office. Through the partnership, the Sheriff’s Office will maintain an internal website which will provide live-video feeds of cameras within the school (for schools with installed cameras), aerial views of the school and surrounding area, floor plans of each school building, and other updates to first-responders in a critical incident. Find out more.
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Kuechmann Park Reveal
Lake Zurich officials recently joined the Kuechmann family and members of the Park Advisory Commission, Tree Commission, Ancient Oaks Foundation, local volunteers and residents as they revealed plans to turn Kuechmann Park into an interactive conservation site known as the Kuechmann Arboretum.
Currently, Kuechmann Park is home to more than 50 trees over a century old. The transformation of this park will include two walking trails, benches, and small play pockets for children to enjoy the new setting. Learn more
Native Plant, Shrub and Tree Sale
Landscaping your yard with native plants is one of the best things you can do for the environment, and this can save you time and money. Native plants don’t require fertilizer, pesticides or herbicides and eliminate the need for a lot of watering. Citizens for Conservation is taking orders for its Native Plant, Shrub and Tree Sale through April 14. The public sale will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 4 and 5. Learn more
Breakfast with the Bunny
Save the date for this hop-pening from 8 to 11 a.m. April 13 at the Lake Zurich Retired Firefighters Association Hall, 77 S. Old Rand Road. Enjoy a great meal and a visit with the bunny! Learn more
Free Bunny Photos
Get your photo taken for FREE with the Bunny between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. April 13 near the gazebo at Deer Park Town Center, 20530 N. Rand Road. Enjoy complimentary face painting, a balloon artist, kids crafts and more. Learn more
Summer Internship Opportunity
The District 95 Foundation is offering a summer internship opportunity for a Lake Zurich High School student. Learn more about this summer internship. In fact, there are various internship opportunities for Lake Zurich High School students to work alongside industry professionals in a variety of field and gain hands-on experience. Learn more about these opportunities.
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