February 8, 2010 
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Lake County News
From
Craig Taylor
 

Craig Taylor Representative District 19

 
CraigTaylor
It might be a good idea to get all your shopping and outdoor activity out of the way today and get the snow blower and shovel ready for tomorrow! Please be careful out there!
 
Feel free to forward this e-newsletter. If you have any comments or suggestions, please call or email me. 
 
My contact information if you need to reach me by phone is 847-438-2961 or email:
 
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Stay safe! Thanks!
Craig 
 

Weather Alert

   
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning for significant snowfall for all of the Chicago area. The warning is in effect from 9:00 p.m. tonight through 4:00 a.m. Wednesday morning. The text of the most recent NWS Winter Storm Warning is included for your reference at the bottom of this message.
 
This storm is expected to bring snow to the Lake County area later this evening, with the most intense snowfall rates forecast during the afternoon and evening Tuesday. Snow accumulation of up to twelve inches or more is expected across Lake County, with locally higher amounts possible, particularly closer to Lake Michigan. As this storm system intensifies, strong gusty winds will likely complicate snow removal and make conditions outside more unpleasant. Winds of greater than 20 mph are probable Tuesday evening, with gusts of 35 mph or more possible.
 
The expected long duration of snowfall, forecast winds, and likelihood for more than ten inches of snow will lead to some travel impacts on Tuesday and Wednesday. Pay attention to future weather updates from your local media and weather information sources, such as the NWS webpage at http://www.crh.noaa.gov/lot/, and use caution during the storm. Plan accordingly for potential travel impacts by allowing extra time for trips and making sure you have suitable winter clothing in case you must spend more time outside than you expect.
 

CLC Job Fair - Vernon Hills

 

Tuesday, February 9, 2010
10:00am - 1:00pm 
 
College of Lake County Southlake Campus
Room V340
1120 S. Milwaukee Ave.
Vernon Hills
 
Dress for success and bring your resume.
 
Representatives from 19 companies will conduct pre-interviews for available positions.
 
For more information, call the CLC career and Placement Servcies Office at (847) 543-2059 or visit www.clcillinois.edu/depts/cps/events.asp for a complete list of job fairs schedules this spring.
 
 
 

 Youth Employment Hotline

 
A summer youth employment hotline is up and running at (847) 377-3443.
The Lake County Workforce Development Department has received funding to continue a youth employment program for 2010. The program is open to Lake County youth aged 14 and 15 who meet the program's low-income criteria or youth aged 14 to 21, who have an I.E.P. through school.
 
Walk-in or mailed information also will be accepted for waiting list placement at Workforce Development, 1 N. Genesee St., Waukegan.
Applicants are asked to leave only one message on the hotline system.
Those accepted will be contacted beginning in late March.
 
 

 Job Opportunities

 

 Treasurer's Office Taking Applications for Senior Deferral Program through March 1st

 
Lake County residents who are at least 65-years of age as of June 1, who have resided in Illinois for at least the last three years and have a household income of $50,000 or less can apply for a deferment of property taxes on their primary residence. The program is a state loan with 6% simple interest that must be paid upon death or sale of the home. 
 
The balance of any loan or line of credit where this deferred property is being used as collateral can not exceed 80% of the Fair Market Value shown on your yearly tax bill.
 
Applicants must apply annually through the Lake County Treasurer's Office before March 1st. For questions, residents can call 847.377.2323.
 
Additional information about the program and sample applications are available online at www.lakecountyil.gov/treasurer.
 

 Dog Exercise Areas Extend Hours at Forest Preserve

DogLeashDogs owners are reminded that hours at Lake County Forest Preserve District dog exercise areas have been extended to 6 p.m. or sunset, whichever is later. The areas open at 6:30 a.m.

Dog exercise areas are located at: Independence Grove (entrance off Milwaukee Avenue) near Libertyville; Lakewood near Wauconda; Prairie Wolf near Lake Forest; and, Duck Farm near Lindenhurst. Permits are required. The annual permit allows access to all four sites, and daily permits can be purchased at a self-pay station at each area. They are available at lcfpd.org, by calling (847) 367-6640, or at the general office, 2000 Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville or at the operations office at Lakewood Forest Preserve, 24237 W. Ivanhoe Road, Wauconda. The annual permit fee for one dog is $44 for Lake County residents.
 

 Print Prescription Drug Card

County residents can take advantage of a prescription drug discount card program.  The free card that is accepted at most pharmacies offers average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs.  This is intended for people without prescription coverage or on medicines not covered by your plan.  The card may also be used where accepted to fill prescriptions for pets.  To receive a card, click here. 
 
 
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