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| Lake County News
from David Stolman
County Board Chairman |
| March 1, 2012 |
County Board Chairman
District 20 Representative
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Neighbors,
 This newsletter is a great way to stay connected to what's happening in Lake County government, the Lake County Forest Preserve, and our community. You will find news on transportation, elections, weather alerts, health services, community events, and much more! Also, you will find videos featuring our many services and programs. Please forward this update to others who may be interested in Lake County news.
Please let me know what you think of this newsletter, or if you have any questions or comments. Please email me at dstolman@lakecountyil.gov, or call me at 847-377-2300.
It's an honor and a pleasure serving you on the County and Forest Preserve boards.
Thank you,
David Stolman
Lake County Board Chairman
Representing Buffalo Grove, Long Grove and Prairie View
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Commercial Development Proposed for Property
at U.S. Route 12 at Old McHenry Road
First of three informational open houses to take place March 3
Lake County will be hosting open house events on the application to rezone the 109-acre property located at the southeast corner of Rte. 12 and Old McHenry Road in unincorporated Lake County.
The request is for a rezoning from residential to commercial with a planned unit development to allow for up to 53 acres of high quality commercial development, surrounded by about 50 acres of open space. The Lake County Planning Building and Development Department and the applicant have worked diligently for many months on an extensive design plan consisting of almost 250 specific development design conditions.
Saturday, March 3 from 9 to noon
Wednesday, March 21 from 5 to 8
Tuesday, March 27 from 6 to 8
Concorde Banquets, 20922 N. Rand Road, Kildeer
For more information, including Project Summary and the Process, CLICK HERE.
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Lake County Transportation Survey
Lake County's Transportation Market Analysis
Tuesday, February 21 - Friday, March 16
 Lake County is conducting a comprehensive study to better understand the daily travel of people in the county so we can consider enhancements to our public transportation system. Specifically, we want to know where Lake County residents are going and when they are traveling. We also want to know how often Lake County residents use public transportation and whether or not public transportation options are available. This survey will give us data to evaluate public transportation options and consider re-configuring the existing Pace Suburban Bus routes, creating new routes, or adding new public transportation services.
Please take a few minutes to answer some questions about your typical daily travel:
SURVEY
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March 20 Election: Voter Power Resources
What is on my ballot?
Early voting has started (available through March 15), and to find out what your ballot will look like and where to vote early, please visit the Voter Power Page.
May I still register to Vote?
If you are interested in voting in the March 20 primary, the only opportunity is to go to the County Clerk's office in Waukegan through March 13 during business hours. Those who register to vote during this period must vote at the time of registration.
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Illinois Route 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council
Discusses Scenarios at Workshop
 The Illinois Route 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council - which is working to build consensus around options for the Illinois Route 53 corridor in central Lake County - recently met for an all day workshop to discuss various scenarios for how an extension could be designed. The group considered factors such as access, roadway and intersection design, environmental enhancements, and land use policies for adjacent development. In this 4 minute video, some of presenters briefly summarize the various scenarios.
Watch now
Watch additional videos from the workshop here.
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Summer Youth Employment Program Needs Worksites
 The Job Center of Lake County is looking for park districts, cities, villages, townships, libraries and other non-profit agencies to open up their doors and host youth for the Summer Youth Employment Program. If your agency or organization would be willing to provide meaningful part or full-time work experiences for our youth this summer, please contact Jennifer Everett at 847.377.3447 for more information. Watch video to learn more. |
Save the Date! Jobapalooza Expo on March 8
 The Jobapalooza Expo will highlight opportunities for employment, training and more for young adults, ages 15-21. The event will take place on March 8 from 6-8 p.m. at the College of Lake County Gymnasium, 19351 W. Washington St. in Grayslake. For more information on Jobapalooza, click here. |
University Center Open House on March 20
 On March 20, come learn about The University Center of Lake County's program offerings and get your questions answered! Volunteers will be available to assist current and prospective students in completing and submitting their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms. Students filing for FAFSA should bring 2011 tax forms, state ID, social security cards, and asset information. Students who are still dependent on their parents should also bring their parents' information.
Register for the Open House here.
The University Center provides college degrees from 19 public and private Illinois universities from facilities in Grayslake, Waukegan, North Chicago and online. Visit UCenter.org or call 847.665.4000 for more information.
March 20, 6-8 p.m.
University Center of Lake County
1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake
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Community Blood Drive
Saturday, March 3, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Dr., Buffalo Grove
Give the gift of life. Appointments are recommended but not required. Call Lifesource at 877.543.3768, or register online at lifesource.org and enter sponsor code BG98.
Mark your calendars for future blood drives to be held June 2, September 1, and December 1, 2012.
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Vernon Township Recycle Fest
Recycle your electronics, crayons, cell phones, hearing aids, glasses, latex paint, CFLs, batteries, or athletic shoes. Bring papers for shredding and books for donating to the Friends of the Vernon Area Library organization.
Saturday, April 28, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Vernon Township Offices, 3050 N. Main St., Buffalo Grove
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Vernon Area Public Library Programs
300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire
View and register for additional library programs here, by telephone at 224.543.1485 (adult and teen programs) or 224.543.1486 (youth programs), or in-person.
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Indian Trails Public Library Programs
355 S. Schoenbeck Rd., Wheeling, IL 60090
See list of programs online here. Call 847.459.4100 for more information.
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Forest Preserve HORIZON Newsletter
To receive the Lake County Forest Preserve Horizon Newsletter by email, click here. |
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