The Lake County Stormwater Management Commission invites individuals interested in hearing more about how increased rainfall is impacting Lake County to attend one of the public information meetings on July 16 and 24. SMC will present increased rainfall data along with a timeline of the regulatory process, provide resources and tools for best practices, discuss stormwater-related issues, and address concerns from the audience. Find Out More.
July 16: 2 to 4 p.m.
City of Highland Park Council Chambers, 1707 St. Johns Ave.
July 24: 10 a.m.
Barrington Village Hall, 200 S. Hough St.
SMC opened a 30-day public comment period to collect feedback from residents, business owners, and all those who are affected. All perspectives, ideas, and concerns are welcome. Submit your comments by July 6 to Kurt Woolford at kwoolford@lakecountyil.gov.
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Preliminary results from the first three days of outdoor air monitoring for ethylene oxide (EtO) near Vantage Specialty Chemicals in Gurnee and Medline Industries in Waukegan indicate the presence of EtO at elevated levels at one location in Waukegan, and at varying and lower levels at all other sites.
Because this initial data represents only three days of sampling, conclusions about potential impacts to health cannot yet be made, and monitoring is continuing. However, the results show that the highest levels were detected at the sampling location nearest the Medline facility, with the highest reading being 10 ug/m3 collected on June 7 and 8. Learn more about the initial air monitoring results.
To learn more about ethylene oxide, visit the Lake County Health Department's website.
Transportation and Public Works employees from Lake County as well as many agencies in the surrounding communities are collecting food to feed our hungry neighbors. All food donations will be delivered to the Lake County Fairgrounds for a Responding to Hunger and Touch-A-Truck event with all the participating agencies.
Admission to the July 23 event is free. You are encouraged to participate in the food drive by bringing non-perishable food items. Bring the kids to see all their favorite big trucks up close! Learn more.
When: 8 a.m. to noon July 23
Where: Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake
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Whether swimming at your local pool or enjoying family time on your favorite beach, it is important to protect yourself from illness, prevent the spread of germs, and check and see if conditions are safe for swimming.
The Lake County Health Department monitors lake water for bacteria in more than 100 Lake Michigan and inland lake beaches to ensure that the water is acceptable for swimming. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, beach closure information can be found on the Health Department’s Beach Advisory web page, which is updated daily by 10 a.m. Find Out More
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Liberty, the Lake County Clerk’s Office’s canine recruiter, is asking you to play a vital role in democracy and serve voters by working in the March and November 2020 Election voting sites. Pay is based on your assignment, and jobs are available in and outside the voting sites. Only Lake County registered voters may apply. Learn more and apply today!
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All collection fees and accrued interest will be waived on past due fines owed in criminal or traffic matters in Lake County as part of Lake County Amnesty Week, July 15 to 19. Full or partial payments are accepted either over the phone or at any branch court locations. Learn more.
Effective July 1, 2019, all filing fees and criminal and traffic fine assessments will change pursuant to conform with recent legislation changes. Learn more about what changes to expect, including the new filing fee schedule by visiting the Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court’s website.
Forest Preserve News
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Family Fishing Programs
Drop in a line and see if the fish are biting. The Lake County Forest Preserves will supply the poles, bait and tips on getting started. The drop-in fishing program takes place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. July 2 and 5 at Independence Grove in Libertyville. No registration required. For families with children ages 5 and up. $2 for residents, $4 nonresidents. Illinois fishing regulations apply. Learn more »
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More than Meets the Eye
As the second largest forest preserve in Illinois, how does the organization—which today protects 65 forest preserves, 204 miles of trails and nearly 31,000 acres of natural lands—keep them picturesque? It’s rooted in the daily and vigorous behind-the-scenes maintenance and operations work most preserve visitors never see or think about. Find out what Forest Preserve teams do behind the scenes to make visits enjoyable. Learn more »
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Blanding’s Turtles Released into Wetlands
Gary Glowacki, wildlife ecologist with the Lake County Forest Preserves, with the help of college veterinary students and wildlife technicians, recently released 91 Blanding’s turtle hatchlings into local wetlands in an effort to grow the population of the endangered reptile. In 2010, the Forest Preserves instituted a recovery program for the endangered species. Funding for the program comes from various sources, including the Adopt-a-Turtle program managed by the Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves. Learn more »
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Naval Station Great Lakes Fourth of July Celebration
Enjoy a full music line-up, food, family activities and a fireworks display choreographed to music as Naval Station Great Lakes hosts its Fourth of July celebration from 3 to 10 p.m. July 4 on historic Ross Field. Admission and parking are free. Learn more.
Deerfield Family Days
Join the annual Family Days celebration on July 3 at Brickyards Park and July 4 at Jewett Park. Learn more
Highland Park's Fourth of July Celebration
Celebrate our nation and 150 years of Highland Park at this year’s Fourth of July Celebration! All events will occur on July 4. Festivities include the children's bike and pet parade, Big Bash and Fourth Fest, fireworks and more. Learn more
Festival and Fireworks in Lake Forest
Join a fun family event featuring food, kids activities, fireworks and concert from 5 to 10 p.m. July 4 at Deerpath Community Park in Lake Forest. Learn more
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