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When
winter weather strikes, the Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT)
"Snow Command" is working around the clock to clear the roads. LCDOT
plows roughly 800 lane miles of road, split into 25 routes. During a snow
event, LCDOT plows are out on the roads throughout the entire storm, operating
on 12-hours shifts until the roads are clear.
2015
Compared to 2014 Totals
 The Lake County Board recently recognized four
Deerfield Police Officers who were among the very first responders to
administer the life-saving drug Naloxone in Lake County, saving the life of a
resident who overdosed on heroin. The Board Chairman presented the four
officers with proclamations for their outstanding public service, and “A Life
Is Saved Award” on behalf of the Executive Justice Council of Lake County. Also,
deputies with Lake County Sheriff’s Office recently saved another life after
using the emergency injection in the field, saving a total two lives from
overdoses. The Health Department has trained 90 police officers to use Naloxone
and is putting the drug in the hands of officers (secured with a $1.4 million
donation). Lake County is a member of the Lake County Opioid Initiative and is
working with partners to combat the growing abuse of opioids. To learn more,
visit the Lake County Opioid Initiative
website
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 Healthy Lake
County: Groundwater Awareness Week
Help keep your groundwater clean by reporting abandoned
wells to be safely sealed. Find out more
about the hazards of an unsealed well in this week’s episode of Healthy Lake County,
and attend an upcoming open
house for more information.
Wednesday, March 4, 4 – 7 p.m.
Lake County Central Permit Facility, 2nd Floor
Conference Room
500 Winchester Rd., Libertyville
Measles Symptoms
and Prevention Information
Public health officials have been investigating a cluster of measles cases
associated with a day care center in suburban Cook County. While these measles
cases seem to be focused on the northwest suburban Cook County region, any Lake
County resident who is unvaccinated and experiences symptoms of a high fever,
cough, runny nose, red eyes or conjunctivitis, and a rash should call their
healthcare provider and the Lake County Health Department at 847.377.8000. More...
Enroll
Lake County! Marketplace Closes Feb. 15
Extended hours
are available up until the close of the Enroll Lake County! Marketplace at
midnight on Sunday, Feb.15. Meet with
navigators to help you through the enrollment process, free of charge. Call 847.377.4999 for an appointment and find a navigator near you.
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Middle
School Students to Name New Police Dog
Due
to the overwhelming enthusiasm expressed by schools outside of the Sheriff’s
jurisdiction, the Rookie K9 Naming Contest has been expanded to all Lake County
Middle School students – public, parochial and homeschooled! Please visit the Lake County Sheriff’s website for a
copy of the request form.
Citizen Police Academy Accepting Applications
Lake County Sheriff Mark C. Curran, Jr. is pleased to announce the next Citizen
Police Academy begins March 12. See first-hand how the Sheriff’s Office
maintains law and during this 10-week long program with classes scheduled for
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Lake County residents interested in applying
must be ages 21+, be of good moral character, and have no felony
convictions. Interested residents must have their application in by
Feb. 27. For further information contact Deputy Roman Buchberger at
847.377.4211.
 Favorite Forest Preserve Photos from 2014
To celebrate the biological diversity protected within
the Lake County Forest Preserves in northeastern Illinois, we’ve put together a
collection of some favorite
images from 2014 and shared them on our Lake
County Nature blog. We have such an amazing support system of photographers
who donate their time and images to communicate our cause. Their passion
for wildlife and the outdoor spaces our organization preserves is evident in
each image they share. Each photograph was taken right here in Lake County,
Illinois. To see more amazing images from the forest preserves, or to
share photos of your own adventures, join our group Flickr pool.
One Dime at a Time Program Benefits Preservation
Foundation
Shopping Whole Foods Market in
Deerfield soon? The Whole Foods One Dime at a Time program
gives a 10 cent per bag refund to customers who bring in their
own shopping bags. Customers can receive cash back or can donate
their savings directly to a featured non-profit organization. The
Preservation Foundation is proud to have been chosen as the Whole
Foods Deerfield charity for January through mid-April. Don’t forget your
bags, and don’t forget to donate!
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 Summer Camps: Early Bird Discounts End Feb. 15
Sneak some learning into your child's summer
adventures at a Lake County Forest Preserve Summer Camp. Early bird discounts
available through Feb 15, 2015. Programs fill quickly. Register today.
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 Apply For Summer Youth Employment Program Open – Feb.
28
The Lake County Board’s Summer Youth Employment Program offers youth, age 14-18
(or 14-22 with an Individualized Education Plan) the opportunity for a paid,
part-time work experience over the summer. Find applications
at the Job Center website and watch this video to learn
more. Applications are due by Feb. 28.
Jobapalooza
Returns March 5
Get ready for Lake County’s largest job and resource fair for youth ages 16-21,
on March 5, 6 - 8 p.m. at the College of Lake County, Grayslake. Attend a
Resume
Guidelines workshop on March 3 to learn how to create a resume that sells
your best skills.
“5 Steps to Your
Next Job” Workshop Series
Learn how to find and get the right job for you! Pick one day or attend all 5 days of an
interactive workshop series. Learn useful information about how to research and
prepare, write documents, find the perfect job and then land it! More
Feb. 23 – 27, Job Center of Lake County, 1 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
March 16 – 20, Lake Villa Public Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa
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Lake County senior citizens may defer part or all of
their property taxes on their personal residence if they qualify for the Senior Citizens Tax Deferral program. Applications are
available at the Lake County Treasurer’s Office, 18 N. County Street, Waukegan,
and must be submitted to the Treasurer’s Office by Feb. 27. For more
information about the program please contact the Treasurer’s Office at
847.377.2323 or by visiting their website.
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