May 31, 2022
Dear Neighbors,
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As many of you know, in addition to my work on the Lake County Board, I also teach Economics at Carthage College in Kenosha, WI. The past few years have been a challenging time in education, and I want to thank all our teachers and students for their hard work and dedication in ensuring a strong learning environment for all. Enjoy your well-deserved summer break!
Speaking of summer, this week we can celebrate the return of our local Farmer’s markets. Farmer’s markets provide access to fresh, locally grown, nutritious food and help support our local economy.
The Libertyville Farmer’s Market kicks off its 42nd season on Thursday, June 2. Markets will be held every Thursday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cook Park in downtown Libertyville.
The Mundelein Farmer’s Market begins on Friday, June 17 from 3 to 7 p.m. on Park Street between Lake and Seymour Street. It offers a wonderful selection of fresh produce, flowers, meats, cheeses and artisanal foods. Our family loves the fresh bread, fruit and pies at each of the markets and I always try and find something new each time I visit. They even have dog treats for Pip!
Finally, the Mundelein Tool Library (428 N. Chicago Avenue, Mundelein) is celebrating its one year anniversary with an Open House on Saturday, June 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
If you haven’t gotten to visit the Tool Library yet, this is a terrific opportunity to see all the tools and items they have available for check out. The Tool Library is a wonderful resource for our community. Instead of having to buy a tool for a special project, you can check one out from the tool lending library. They also accept donations of gently used tools. The Tool Library is open to residents of Mundelein, Libertyville, Vernon Hills and Green Oaks.
Hope to see you around town!
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Lake County Government News
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Qualified Candidates Sought for Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals
Qualified candidates are sought to serve on the Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals, which focuses on zoning in the unincorporated areas of Lake County. Lake County residents who are interested in serving are encouraged to apply by today, Tuesday, May 31. Learn more
New Landscape Waste Burning Restrictions and Waste Hauling Service
Beginning June 1, 2022, permanent landscape waste burning restrictions within unincorporated Lake County will go into effect. Additionally, new consolidated waste service within certain townships of unincorporated areas will begin. Learn more
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Forest Preserves News
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Concerts in the Plaza Lineup Set
From Beatles to the blues, from rock and bluegrass to swing and jazz, there’s something for just about any music taste when award-winning performers play under the stars at the annual Concerts in the Plaza music series. Nine concerts will be held at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville, at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 21 through August 16.
The concerts are held at the preserve's outdoor Millennia Plaza overlooking a 115-acre lake. A friendly reminder, dogs, horses and other pets are not permitted at Independence Grove. A concert will also take place Thursday, June 23 at the outdoor amphitheater at Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago. View full band descriptions and 2022 concert lineup.
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Protocols in Place to Protect Turtles
Ecologists from the Lake County Forest Preserves are working with expert veterinarians to monitor Blanding's turtles in this area and develop protocols in an attempt to keep them safe from a fungus recently detected within the population in Lake County that may lead to turtle shell disease.
Over the past 13 years, Gary Glowacki, manager of conservation ecology at the Lake County Forest Preserves, and his team have grown and stabilized the largest Blanding’s turtle population in the state. Through routine health assessments done as part of the turtle recovery program, it has been discovered that three Blanding’s turtles that are part of this program have contracted Emydomyces testavorans, a fungus that is known to be highly associated with turtle shell disease. Learn more »
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Public Tours at Stevenson Historic Home
Public tours are taking place at the Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home in Mettawa from 10 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 2. The programs are designed for families with children ages 8 and up. The cost is $5 for residents and $7 for nonresidents.
Participants will learn about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the United Nations while touring his home, a National Historic Landmark. Registration is required to obtain a ticket. Email AskAnEducator@LCFPD.org with questions or to inquire about accommodations. Learn more »
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Election News
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Early Voting Begins for June 28 General Primary Election
In-person early voting is available during regular business hours now through June 10 at the Lake County Court and Administrative Complex lobby, 18 N. County St., Waukegan. In-person early voting at other locations across the county will begin June 13 and continue through June 27.
Log onto LakeVoterPower.info to see address, map and driving directions for:
- The early voting site closest to your home
- A complete list of all early voting sites, and
- Your assigned Election Day voting site
For everything you need to know about voting in the June 28 General Primary Election, visit the Lake County Clerk’s Homepage.
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Property Tax News
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First Installment of Property Tax Bills Due June 6
The first installment of your Lake County property tax bill is due June 6. 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. Learn more about your payment options.
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Property Assessment News
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Deadline Is Approaching for 2022 Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze
The final filing date for the 2022 Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze, taxes payable 2023 is July 31. You may qualify if you did not file for 2022 and you were 65 or older in 2022, your total household annual income was $65,000 or less in 2021, and your property was owner occupied as the principal residence on January 1, 2021 and 2022. Learn more
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EMA News
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Lake County EMA Distributes Five Million PPE Items & Supplies to Community
The Lake County Emergency Management Agency, in collaboration with the Lake County Health Department, reached a major milestone in May, distributing five million Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) items and supplies out to the community since the start of the pandemic response.
PPE items included gowns, face shields, masks of various types for both children and adults gloves, disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer, thermometers, and rapid tests. Over 400 entities have received PPE and supplies to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Volunteers and staff have been an integral part of distributing PPE year round to facilities most in need all across the County. This milestone would not have been possible without the dedication of the volunteers who distributed items, sometimes in extreme heat and cold, to get items to communities in need.
Check out where PPE was distributed throughout the County via this distribution map: Personal Protective Equipment Distribution - Lake County, Illinois (arcgis.com)
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Lake County COVID-19 Update
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COVID-19 Helpful Links
Get Help
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Call 211 to Get Connected to the Help You Need
If you need help finding food, shelter, rent or utility assistance, or other essential services, call 211 or text your zip code to 898211 to speak with someone who can help 24/7. Speak to a live person in English or Spanish when you call. The 211 team will also interpret more than 150 other languages. Learn more
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Other Resources for Help
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Food for Families in Need: Northern Illinois Food Bank operates a traveling food pantry that delivers nutritious food directly to those in need and coordinates pop-up food markets across Lake County. Find food
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Help for Veterans: The Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County can help veterans and their families with a variety of issues, including financial help, survivor spousal benefits, burial arrangements and more. Call them at 847-377-3344.
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Mental Health Support: The Lake County Health Department offers a free, 24/7 confidential hotline for those experiencing a mental health crisis or substance use issue. Call 847-377-8088 any time. Learn more
Employment Resources
The Job Center of Lake County has partnered with local employers to help connect jobseekers with local companies that are hiring. View the full Job Center calendar to learn about various upcoming events and resources.
Check Get Hired Illinois
The State of Illinois launched Get Hired Illinois, designed to connect workers with available job and career training opportunities across the state.
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Community Events and News
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Check Out These 20 Trendy Instagram Locations Across Lake County
A rich variety of scenery in Lake County is eye-catching, no matter how you frame it. Any shutterbug can find a plethora of options to take a picture that will never need a filter or touch-up. Check out and show some love to these top 20 spots across Lake County to snap a picture for your Instagram.
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Watch All County Board and Committee Meetings
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All Lake County board and committee meetings can be viewed on lakecounty.tv and on cable television (Comcast channels 18 or 30, depending on where you live, and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99). The public also is welcome to attend all meetings in person at the Lake County Administrative Tower, 18 N. County Street, Waukegan or may attend meetings remotely using the registration link on the front page of each meeting’s agenda. |
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Individuals attending meetings in person or remotely may present their public comments during the meeting. Those not in attendance may provide written public comment via email or by mail. View the current meeting schedule.
All meetings are recorded, and are posted on the Lake County website.
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