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Please join me, fellow Board member Jen Clark (our districts share a boundary and we split Mundelein down Route 45) and Lake County Sheriff John Idleburg for “Coffee & Conversation” on Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Fremont Library, meeting room B. We’d love to fill you in on the County’s work and answer your questions.
Lots of good stuff is happening! We will likely pass a resolution this coming Tuesday that makes a capital ask of Springfield to fund a consensus plan of road projects (for more info, click here).
The County jail compost program is reaping huge benefits, diverting literal tons of food waste from landfills and saving taxpayers money; and we just approved a contract for the final installation of LED streetlights, making 100% of county street lights upgraded, as well as a contract to begin work on resurfacing Fremont Center Road from Gilmer to Erhart. Work will begin this summer and include bike lanes!
Happy April.
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
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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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Property owners and customers of the Lakes Region Sanitary District will soon see real savings as the Lakes Region Sanitary District and the Lake County Board are close to entering into an Intergovernmental Agreement that will consolidate sanitary sewer services.
The District collects and transmits wastewater for more than 5,500 customers in the northwestern part of Lake County. Consolidating District operations and allowing Lake County to assume all future operational services will streamline resources and eventually eliminate the District Tax levy. All operations, maintenance, and customer service will be handled by Lake County Public Works.
Operational and maintenance services are anticipated to be ready by May 1, 2019, and customer service will transition over to Lake County Public Works by June 3, 2019, pending mutual agreement by both Boards. District and County employees are working to ensure customers do not experience any reduction or interruption of service. Additional information will be made available as this consolidation process moves forward. Find out more
Lake County recently was recognized with a "Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting" by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). For many years, Lake County has earned this recognition which reflects the County’s commitment to meet the highest principles of governmental accounting, financial reporting and transparency, and shows Lake County satisfies nationally recognized guidelines for preparing a comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). While the annual budget provides the County’s financial plan for the next fiscal year, the CAFR is a set of independently audited financial statements which contains the results of the County’s prior year’s financial activities. Previous CAFRs are posted on Lake County’s website, and the 2018 report will be posted during the middle of this year.
View the unofficial results from the April 2 Election. Election results are unofficial and not final until 14 days after Election Day. There are votes to count from verified provisional ballots and mailed ballots with a postmark no later than Election Day sent by county results, military members and overseas citizens.
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A person infected with measles visited locations near the Lake and Cook counties border. Individuals who visited the following locations on the following days and times may have been exposed to measles. If you are experiencing symptoms of measles, please call your healthcare provider. Learn more
It’s Earth Month, a great time to educate ourselves on ways to protect our environment. One way is by recycling! View Lake County’s Recycling Guidelines to make sure you keep the right things in and the wrong things out of your recycling bin.
Even if certain things can’t go in your recycling bin, there are ways to keep those items out of the landfills. The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County offers recycling opportunities for your electronics, household chemical waste, shoes, and clothing and textiles.
Where Do I Recycle This?
While large items like TVs, bicycles, and appliances can't be thrown in your curbside recycle bin, they CAN be dropped off at locations in the area. Use the "Where Do I Recycle This" finder to see where you can take these items to prevent them from heading to the landfill.
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April 6: 12,000 Voices Program at Round Lake High School
Play readings of Reginald Rose’s drama “12 Angry Men” will be presented by impassioned women from 7 - 8:30 p.m. at Round Lake High School Saturday, April 6. After the play reading, the audience will learn how to update their own voter registration, and audience members will be encouraged to engage in their own community to increase voter registration and turnout. Learn more.
April 11: National Crime Victims' Rights Week Event
Join the Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office in recognizing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week from 3 to 7 p.m. April 11 at the Lake County Children's Advocacy Center, 123 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Listen to presentations on protecting senior citizens from abuse and scam, identity theft, cyber safety and consumer protection, and a "Youth Handbook for Success." There will be resource tables, events for kids, refreshments and more for the family throughout the event. Register today.
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April 11: University Center Open House
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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Starting April 13: Rx for Health: Walking in Nature
Explore nature in Lake County’s breathtaking forest preserves select Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. beginning April 13. Join a health professional and an environmental educator on these walks to explore the preserve as we improve our health. Walks are one to two miles in length. View upcoming walks >>
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April 14 and April 28: Spring Bird Walks
April brings the beginning of bird migration. Join skilled birders in search of early migrants, such as loons and white pelicans, from 7 to 9 a.m. April 14 and April 28. View locations Bring binoculars if you have them. Learn more »
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April 18: Oh Freedom! Songs of the Civil Rights Movement
Songs played a vital role in the Civil Rights Movement as an inspirational rallying point and as a way to spread the message of equality and justice. Intermixed with pivotal songs that inspired the movement, At 6 p.m. April 18 at the Dunn Museum, Illinois folksinger Chris Vallillo will present first-hand accounts of the historic struggle and discusses the impact of music on this important social cause in our nation’s history. This free program is open to all ages. 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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Forest Preserve News
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Fishing Volunteers Needed
If you enjoy fishing and want to share your knowledge with children, the Lake County Forest Preserves is looking for volunteers for the summer.
"We are seeking volunteers to assist with our popular summer fishing camps," said Mark Hurley, volunteer coordinator at the Lake County Forest Preserves. The 8-week camps, beginning in June, are held in the mornings at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville. Campers are eager to learn more about fish, bait, lures and techniques.
Hurley said he is looking for volunteers who have a passion for the sport and want to share their experience with children. Volunteers will be provided training on how the camps are run and what they should be teaching the campers. "The fishing camps are a tremendous opportunity for volunteers to share their knowledge with young, eager children wanting to learn the skill," Hurley said.
Contact Hurley at 847-968-3324 or mhurley@LCFPD.org for more information. Learn more »
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How the Dunn Museum was Able to Capture Marvel Comic Book Artist
Alex Ross, referred to as the "Norman Rockwell of comics," has revitalized classic superheroes into works of fine art by illustrating characters including Spider-Man and Captain America. Steve Furnett, exhibitions and collections manager at the Dunn Museum, sent the initial Facebook message to Ross’ manager about six months ago asking about the artist's availability for a temporary exhibition. One thing led to another, and Ross accepted the offer. Less than two weeks ago, Ross, who lives in the Chicago area, welcomed more than 600 fans to the opening of his exhibition, "Marvelocity: The Art of Alex Ross" at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville, which is operated by the Lake County Forest Preserves. He autographed about 1,750 items on opening day. Learn more »
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Lake County Careers
Visit the new Lake County Careers website to discover careers pathways, industry information, and career-focused programming. The website is designed both for youth and adults who are researching career options. Lake County Careers is brought you by the Lake County Workforce Ecosystem, a consortium made up of Lake County Workforce Development, College of Lake County, Lake County High Schools Tech Campus, and Lake County Partners.
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