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Craig Taylor Representative District 19 |
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Our weather professionals are saying this could be a heavy, wet snow. Please be careful out there!
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Weather Alert |
Sunday, February 21, 2010 07:40 a.m. CST
Emergency Management Partners:
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Watch for
significant heavy snowfall for the northeastern Illinois area. The watch is in
effect from this evening (Sunday) through Monday afternoon. A Winter Storm Watch
means that conditions are favorable for the development of specific severe
winter weather conditions in the next 24 hours. The NWS may upgrade the Winter
Storm Watch to a Winter Storm Warning later today, depending on forecast
developments. The text of the most recent NWS Winter Storm Watch is included for
your reference at the bottom of this message.
While forecast models are not completely in agreement regarding the track
or intensity of this storm system, it is nearly certain that we will face
intense snowfall overnight tonight, with accumulations of six to eight inches of
heavy, wet snow likely by mid-morning Monday. Recent trends in forecast model
runs have moved the expected storm track a bit further north and slightly
reduced the amount of snow expected, but we will still likely face substantial
snowfall. The NWS forecast discussion includes indications of the uncertainty of
total amounts of snow, but also mentions that snowfall in excess of twelve
inches could be possible for our area.
The expected intense snowfall overnight and likelihood for more than eight
inches of snow will lead to travel impacts on Monday, particularly during the
morning commute. 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. Because this snow is expected
to be wetter and denser than other recent snowfalls in our area, we encourage
people to use caution when shoveling to avoid overexertion and possible cardiac
problems.
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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.
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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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