There is a growing need for crisis/wellness drop-off resources in Lake County for people struggling to manage their mental health. The Lake County Board recently acted to initiate a study for a Lake County Wellness Care and Drop Off Center. And in late April, Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart and Vice-Chair Mary Ross Cunningham hosted a full-day workshop to bring community members together to develop the vision for a Lake County Crisis Care Model. Watch this video to learn more.
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Ways to Pay Your Property Tax Bill
Lake County property owners will soon get their property tax bills in the mail. There are quick, easy ways to pay your property taxes. Some people go to the Lake County Treasurer’s Office to pay in person, but you can also pay without driving as far. Watch this video to see just how much time you can save with all the different ways to pay.
Pay your property tax bill at your local bank, online, by phone, or by mail. Learn more about your payment options.
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Your Property Tax Distribution
While taxpayers pay their property taxes to the Lake County Treasurer, Lake County government receives only about 7% of the average tax bill payment. School districts get the biggest portion (about 69%).
See how your individual property taxes are distributed (for any parcel) and how to contact those taxing bodies by visiting Lake County’s Tax Distribution website.
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Did you know there are local drop-off locations for unwanted new, gently-used, and used shoes, clothing, and textiles? Instead of throwing these items away, make sure they are recycled or reused! You also can safely dispose of expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs and other locations throughout the county. Find local drop-off sites.
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Lake County is committed to promoting a sustainable environment, which includes keeping electronics out of our landfills. Recently, over 5,000 pounds of electronics no longer used at County facilities were dropped off to be recycled at a special one-day collection at the Libertyville campus.
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Native Plant, Rain Barrel and Compost Bin Sale
Join us at Independence Grove in Libertyville on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, May 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Purchase native flowers and woody plants, a rain barrel or compost bin, and learn about eco-friendly practices to benefit your home, pocketbook and the community. Rain barrels and compost bins are available for sale on Saturday only from the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County. Learn more »
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Come to Recycle-O-Rama
Recycle household electronics, new and gently used clothing, shoes and more at the next Recycle-O-Rama from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 18 at Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills. Individuals also can bring their documents to be securely shredded. Learn more
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Mobile Household Chemical Waste Collection
Bring your unwanted pesticides, cleaners, batteries, and other household chemical waste items to be disposed properly as the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County holds a mobile household chemical waste collection from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18 at the Vernon Hills Metra station. SWALCO plans public drop-off events at their Gurnee facility throughout the year as well as mobile collection events across Lake County. Learn more.
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Initial evaluation of rainfall data from the Illinois State Water Survey indicates Lake County is receiving between 20% and 45% higher rainfall amounts, which can have a significant impact on not only the residents of Lake County, but also the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission (SMC). Learn more about the study.
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. In 2018, over 35 percent of deer ticks submitted for testing by the Health Department carried the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. Take precautions to avoid tick bites.
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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Think about what is your “Best Day Ever” and join the Lake County Treasurer's first 6-8th Grade Art Competition! Lake County students are encouraged to interpret the theme, “Best Day Ever” however they see fit and submit artwork that reflects their own interpretation. Submit your entry by May 24. Learn more, including rules. and how to apply.
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The Paratransit Market Study for the Lake County region is complete. This study was initiated to evaluate transportation options for seniors, people with disabilities and the general public and to assist these populations in travels to and from medical appointments, places of employment and other daily activities. Throughout the study, there were numerous opportunities for public input, and a dedicated group of stakeholders representing various partners and agencies were part of the process.
Read the Final Report
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Watch this video to learn how Lake County works to prepare young people with the education and training needed for in-demand industries, such as manufacturing, healthcare, IT, transportation, and logistics. Workforce Development, Tech Campus and other community organizations provide hands-on experience to residents who want to join the workforce in Lake County. For information on job opportunities or internships, visit the Lake County Job Center.
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Forest Preserve News
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Part-time, Temporary Positions Available
Looking to spend the summer outdoors in a beautiful, natural setting? The Lake County Forest Preserves is in the process of hiring an array of temporary and part-time positions, from lifeguards to golf course attendants. "We offer a wide variety of seasonal employment opportunities with immediate openings available," said Forest Preserve Human Resources and Risk Manager Laurel Diver. Learn more »
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More Than a Map
There was a time when the glove compartment of every car was crammed with tattered maps used to plan and trace routes during a trip. Now, most people rely on their phones and GPS navigation apps, such as Google Maps or Waze, to help them find their destination. Similarly, the Lake County Forest Preserves has switched from using paper maps to a mapping technique that involves technology much like a phone's navigation app. The digital mapping method, known as geographic information system, or GIS, provides a way to capture, store and present spatial or geographic data. Learn more »
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