 Lake
County Announces 2015 Construction Program
This year, the Lake
County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) will have $137 million in road
projects under construction making for another busy construction season! While about
$60 million of that is carried over from projects that were started last year,
there will be about $77 million in new projects, which are expected to be awarded during the
first six months of 2015. The plan includes 24 projects, 11 of which
contain non-motorized travel improvements, such as bike paths, or adding bike
friendly lanes. Learn More
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National Work Zone Awareness Week
Recently, the Lake County Department of
Transportation recognized National Work Zone Awareness Week. Each year as the
weather warms up, work zones pop up along your daily commute. Accidents in
construction zones are preventable if you slow down, pay attention and EXPECT
THE UNEXPECTED! Take a few minutes to learn about the LCDOT road projects planned for your area so you can plan your route
accordingly, and give yourself plenty of time to get where you are going. Being
prepared will give you time to put safety first while navigating our roadways
throughout the construction season.
IDOT
Resurfacing Projects
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has several big
resurfacing projects in Lake County this summer. The projects listed below are
expected to start in the next few weeks, but there may be additional work later
in the year. When resurfacing projects occur on major roadways, motorists can
expect delays. State routes fall under the jurisdiction of IDOT and all questions and
comments regarding these projects should be submitted through
IDOT. To find out where you will encounter delays, please monitor local,
real-time traffic information through Lake County PASSAGE.
IL 21 – Church Street (in Libertyville) to IL Route 60, IL Route 60 to Lake
Cook Road
IL 137 – Butterfield Road to IL 21, IL 21 to O’Plaine Road
IL 134 – west of Fairfield to IL 120
IL 176 – Hilltop Terrace to US Hwy 12
US 12 – Ela Road to Lake Cook Road
 The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has begun a $16.7 million improvement project at the Stratton Lock and Dam on the Fox River in McHenry County. The Stratton Lock and Dam is not open to visitors during construction. Work anticipated includes completion of the new lock walls, new intake structure walls, and return of the rehabilitated lock doors.
As the weather begins to warm up and flowers begin to bloom, come see all the
outdoor fun that Lake County communities have to offer. Discover a farmer’s
market, a trail to go hiking or biking or a new event to bring the family to
make some memories by viewing Visit Lake County’s spring page and Calendar of
Events. Learn more about family fun and
things to do this spring in Lake County by checking out www.lakecountylife.org and this video. |
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 Learn about Free Programs to Celebrate
Earth Day
Join
Lake County Forest Preserve educators for a week of free nature programs in
honor of Earth Day, which will be April 22. Celebrate spring, learn about
ecology and our theme "Soil Sustains Life," join a nature walk or
lend a hand to help save the planet by joining a special volunteer workday. All
programs are free. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. View calendar of Earth
Week programs.
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Native Plant Sale
The Lake County Forest Preserves will
be holding its native plant sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 9 and 10
a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10 at Independence Grove Forest Preserve’s North
Bay Pavilion, 16400 W. Route 137, Libertyville. Native plants require less
watering, less fertilizer and thrive in local gardens. Native flowering species
also provide nectar and attract wildlife such as butterflies and songbirds. More details
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Connect with the Forest Preserves!
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After serving nearly 20 years on the county
board, David Stolman was elected to treasurer last November. In this edition of
County Update, learn more about the Treasurer’s Office and Treasurer Stolman’s
priorities. Watch now |
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In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, the
Blue Kids Lake County campaign is promoting awareness of child abuse and
prevention by displaying 3-foot signs of children around the county at
businesses, schools, agencies and homes. The signs are blue, the color chosen
to represent Child Abuse Awareness month. Learn more and find out how you can
get involved at bluekidslakecounty.org. Watch video.
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Middle
school and high school age girls are invited to join the 12th annual
Girl Wise Conference from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 18 at the College of
Lake County in Grayslake. Girls can attend workshops designed to promote
healthy bodies, minds, relationships and substance abuse awareness. Parents and
role models are encouraged to join an informative workshop at the start of the
conference. The workshop is organized by the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit, the
Lake County Juvenile Justice Council, the College of Lake County and the
Regional Office of Education. For information contact
the Girl-Wise Hotline at 847-377-7909 . Register |
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Grant Community High School presents: Oliver!
View a mix of comedy, drama and adventure in this classical musical at the Grant Community High School Auditorium, 285 E. Grand Ave., Fox Lake. Tickets are $9 each for adults, $7 each for seniors and students. Contact springmusicaltix@grantbulldogs.org for advance ticketing.
Performance dates and times:
Friday, April 17, 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 7 p.m.
Sunday, April 19, 2 p.m.
Boating Safety Class
Get ready for boating season by attending an upcoming boating safety class at the Fox Lake Community Center from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. on April 18, May 16, June 20 or July 18. Call 847.587.3944 to register.
Historical Presentation and Book Signing
Learn more about the 150 years of boating history on the Fox Chain O'Lakes from author David Lester on Wednesday, April 29 at 7 p.m. at the Fox Lake Library, 255 E. Grand Avenue, Fox Lake
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