Essential Voting Information, Lake County Enters COVID-19 Mitigation on Saturday, Halloween Safety, and more
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View a blog post from Visit Lake County for a list of trick or treat hours in Lake County municipalities. You can also participate in the #LetsSnapLakeCounty photo contest by submitting your family’s favorite Halloween photos. Learn more Drive-thru Trick or Treat – Grant Township
Decorate Lakemoor’s Village Hall
Halloween Virtual Costume Contest
Essential Information About Voting
Know the Wait Times Before You Go: Our GIS Department has developed a very cool tool for voters to find the closest early voting site to their address, and get an approximate idea of how long the wait is. The site is updated every 30 minutes during voting hours. Check it out here: Vote by Mail: If you decide you want to vote by mail but have not yet requested a ballot, you can do so through 5 p.m. on Oct. 29. To return your completed vote-by-mail ballot, you must:
Vote on Election Day: You may vote in-person at your assigned neighborhood voting site between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3. You may also vote at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake or in the lobby of the Lake County Courthouse in Waukegan. Find your Election Day polling place. Voting Statistics: If you’re interested in knowing how many people have asked for vote by mail ballots, how many voters have voted early, and more, visit the Lake County Clerk’s Press Power page for the most recent information. Election Results: After polls close at 7 p.m. on Nov. 3, the Lake County Clerk will begin tabulating the results and posting them as they are available on its A conversation with Lake County Clerk Robin O'Connor: Learn about More information: Visit the Lake County Clerk November 2020 Election Page for everything you need to know about voting, including candidate lists, sample ballots, voter registration and more. Still have questions? Call 847-377-VOTE (8683). Most County Offices Closed on Nov. 3
This means that if you are looking to secure a County permit, get a marriage license or take care of other Lake County-related business, those services will not be available on Nov. 3.
Lake County to Enter Mitigation on SaturdayDue to the rising number of COVID-19 infections in Lake and McHenry counties, on Wednesday, Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that COVID-19 resurgence mitigations would be implemented in both counties beginning 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. As of Oct. 25, the region’s COVID-19 testing positivity rate was 8.4%. North Suburban Region 9 has seen a 7-day rolling average test positivity rate of 8 percent or above for three consecutive days, which exceeds the thresholds set for establishing mitigation measures under the state’s Restore Illinois Resurgence Plan. Mitigation measures are strategies, such as restrictions on certain activities, to slow the spread of COVID-19. The restrictions will remain in effect in Region 9 until the region’s positivity rate averages less than or equal to 6.5% over a 3-day period. Mitigation measures taking effect on Oct. 31 in Region 9 include:
Everyone should continue to follow the 3 Ws to slow the spread of COVID-19:
To view the North Suburban Region metrics on the Illinois Department of Public Health website, visit http://www.dph.illinois.gov/regionmetrics and select Region 9. Metrics are updated daily, including testing positivity rates, hospital admissions, and hospital capacity. Case Count UpdateThe Lake County Health Department continues to monitor COVID-19 cases in Lake County. As of Oct. 28, there are 20,553 Lake County residents who have tested positive for COVID-19, and there have been 510 deaths associated with COVID-19. View the most current information As of Oct. 25, the rolling 7-day average testing positivity rate in the North Suburban Region was 8.4 percent, with daily increases in eight of the past 10 days. View the region 9 current information. Upcoming COVID-19 Testing in Lake County
Testing is free and open to all regardless of symptoms. A phone number and name are required in order to receive testing results. Photo identification and proof of insurance are helpful, but not required. High demand for testing may result in long wait times. Other Testing Options State-run Community-Based Testing Sites, located in Waukegan (102 W. Water Street) and Arlington Heights (2000 W Euclid Avenue) are open 7 days a week from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Testing at these sites is free. For more information, visit the IDPH website at https://dph.illinois.gov/covid19/covid-19-testing-sites. Many healthcare providers in Lake County also have COVID-19 testing available. Please contact your provider or the facility to ask about testing criteria and appointment availability. Residents without a healthcare provider or insurance can contact the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center for an appointment at (847) 377-8800. Health Department Recommends Remote Learning for Schools
Under the Northern Illinois Return to School Metrics plan used in Lake County, school learning model recommendations are based on the 7 day rolling average daily incidence rate as follows:
For the latest information, visit Lake County Schools Decision Dashboard
CLC Pop-Up Food Market Every Other Tuesday Through December
Time and Dates: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 3, Nov. 17, Dec. 1, Dec. 15, Dec. 29 Place: College of Lake County, 19351 West Washington Street, Grayslake, Parking Lot 5 on the southeast side, accessible off Lancer Lane. Volunteers are needed to staff the pop-up markets. To sign up for a shift, visit For a Pop-Up Market calendar, visit the Northern Illinois Food Bank website: Get Help Paying Rent and Utilities
Employment ResourcesAre you looking for a job during this challenging time of layoffs, furloughs, and hiring freezes? Here are some helpful resources from the Job Center of Lake County:
Get Hired Illinois: Get Hired Illinois is a single portal where individuals can access virtual job fairs, free online training, and current job listings. Help for Domestic Violence Victims
If you or someone you know needs help, call 211 or contact the A Safe Place 24-hour hotline at 1-800-600-SAFE. A Safe Place provides services to men, women, children, the elderly, LGBT community members, and teens. They are ready to take your call. Get Assistance With ComEd BillsCustomers who need help paying their outstanding ComEd balances and energy bills should contact ComEd's customer care team at 1-800-EDISON-1 (1-800-334- 7661), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Call 211 to Get Connected to the Help You Need
Barrington Road ResurfacingThe Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has begun resurfacing Barrington Road from Rand Road (US 12) to Liberty St. (IL 176) in Wauconda. The project will require daily, intermittent lane closures. As part of the work, IDOT is also constructing new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps and replacing deteriorated curbs. The project is expected to be completed in spring 2021.
See the Lake County Public Works Five-Year Project Plan
While many municipalities provide this service to their residents, Lake County also provides water and sewer service to thousands of customers located in many unincorporated areas and within some municipalities, such as Vernon Hills. The LCPW Capital Improvement Program is funded through a combination of user and connection fees. View the five-year program and learn about individual projects currently underway by visiting LCPW’s Capital Improvement web page.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Health Department offers free breast cancer screenings to eligible Lake County residents, ages 50 and older, through the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP), located at 3010 Grand Avenue, Waukegan. Women who are eligible can receive medical exams, clinical breast exams, and referrals for a free mammogram at a local hospital. To find out if you qualify, call (847) 377-8430.
Lake County Board Approves Watershed Development Ordinance (WDO)Because Lake County is experiencing more rainfall than in the past, the Lake County Board recently adopted 28 amendments to the countywide Watershed Development Ordinance (WDO), strengthening stormwater management and flood protection standards for new development in Lake County. The WDO is one of many ways the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission is working to help the thousands of residents and business owners affected by flooding. All communities in Lake County are being asked to adopt the revised ordinance no later than Jan. 18, 2021. Request for Project Proposals: Stormwater Capital Improvement Projects
Eligible funding requests will range from $250,000 to $2,500,000. All project proposals must be received no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 8, 2021. For more information, visit the SMC website.
Halloween Traffic Safety Campaign
Special Exhibition Opens
"In this tribute to those who served, the Dunn Museum shares unique Lake County stories and explores women's roles as nurses, auxiliary personnel, enlistees, and officers in the U.S. military," said Curator Heather Johnson. "The nation's struggle was their struggle, and women wanted to have a larger role, equal to men in responsibility and risk." Learn more » 2021 Budget Approved
It covers expenditures for the period of Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2021. "The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent economic fallout have played a significant role in the development of the 2021 spending plan," said Angelo Kyle, president of the Lake County Forest Preserves. "The impact of the public lockdown and limit on social activities and gatherings has had, and will continue to have, an impact on revenues." Learn more » David Rides a Trike
"I have ridden about 13,000 miles on the DPRT since 2013," he said. "It's a beautiful, scenic trail that is so well maintained." The avid cyclist believes that riding and nature improve the psychological aspects of living with chronic health issues. He is now motivating others to experience the wellness benefits through his videos and website. Learn more »
Get Free Masks and Hand Sanitizer
On Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. until noon at the parking lot of Mundelein High School, 1350 W. Hawley Street, Mundelein. Learn more English and
To maintain proper social distancing, the number of persons permitted to attend will be limited. Public comments can also be submitted by email and phone call. Learn more To see a current schedule of board and committee meetings, click here. All meetings are recorded, and are posted on the Lake County website. Here are links to the most recent board and committee meetings, including the video recordings and agendas: Law and Judicial Committee: Oct. 20 Law and Judicial Committee: Oct. 27
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