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Lake County News
From
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Craig Taylor, Representative District 19 |
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As Spring approaches so are road construction projects. Love em or hate em, they're a fact of life.. I've provided information below that should give you an idea of what to expect in the months ahead. Please plan your road trips accordingly.
Also, a reminder to stop by the Community Expo this Saturday, March 13th at Lake Zurich High School. I'll have a Lake County booth there and it'll be a great opportunity for us to meet. I look forward to seeing you 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:
Thanks!
Craig
Lake County Board Member & Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner
District 19 Representative
Hawthorn Woods, Kildeer, Lake Zurich, Long Grove |
| Fairfield Road at IL Route 176 Junction |
If you were unable to attend the public meeting, we would still like to hear from you.
Please view the exhibits and send your comments in.
Proposed Improvement Alternatives
1. At-Grade Improvement
2. Grade Seperated Imrovement
3. Roundabout Improvement
On February 25, 2010 the Lake County Division of Transportation held a public meeting regarding the Phase I study that is underway for intersection improvements at Fairfield Road and IL Rte 176. Information regarding existing conditions and three alternative improvements that were presented at the open house can be found at the following web address: www.lakecountyil.gov/transportation/fairfield176.htm
The Division of Transportation is interested in receiving public input and comments regarding the intersection and the surrounding area by March 12, 2010 so that the consultants can begin enhancing and improving the alternatives by addressing the interests and concerns that are identified. Please provide public input by clicking on the " comment form".
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2010 Road Construction Highlights |
2010 is going to be a busy year. The Lake County Division of Transportation has a wide range of projects scheduled for this Spring; from several road resurfacings to 3 new roundabouts as well as the widening of Washington St. All of the 2010 projects are posted on our
Construction Projects interactive webmap.
Washington St. from IL 21 to US Route 41:
Project is nearing completion. All lanes are open. Median landscaping in Spring 2010.
Washington St. from Hunt Club Rd. to IL 21:
Crews have begun excavation on the North side of Washington St. and installing temporary pavement.
North Ave. from IL 83 to Deep Lake Rd:
New storm sewer has been installed. Utility companies will continue moving their facilities until Spring 2010.
Midlothian Rd. Extension:
The final segment of the Midlothian Rd. extension is scheduled to begin Spring 2010.
MLK Jr. Dr. from Green Bay Rd. to Sheridan Rd:
The north half of the roadway is nearing completion. Reconstruction of the south half will start in the Spring of 2010.
Riverwoods Rd. at Everett Rd.
Construction of a roundabout is scheduled to begin in Summer 2010.
Hunt Club Rd. at Wadsworth Rd.
Construction of a roundabout is scheduled to begin in Summer 2010.
Hunt Club Rd. at Millburn Rd.
Construction of a roundabout is scheduled to begin in Summer 2010.
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Lake County Roadway Resurfacing Projects 2010 |
As firm dates become available I'll pass them along. For now, expect these  resurfacing projects to take place sometime this spring and summer.
Gilmer Road from Diamond Lake Road to IL Rte 83;
Kelsey Road from IL Rte 22 to US Rte 14;
Old McHenry Road from US Rte 12 to Quentin Rd;
River Road from Roberts Rd to Kelsey Rd should begin in late April.
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Deep Lake Road from IL Rte 173 to Grass Lake Road;
Gages Lake Road from Rte 45 to Hunt Club;
Grass Lake Road between State Park and the Grass Lake Bridge along with State Park Road from US Rte 12 to the county line are planned to begin in late April;
O'Plaine Road from Black Stone to Old Grand will begin in April;
Monaville Road from IL Rte 59 to Cedar Lake Road. |
| What is PASSAGE? |
The backbone of PASSAGE is a fiber optic network along county, state, and Tollway roads which provides for data flow between PASSAGE elements. Elements like: real-time video, traffic signal controller data, Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) messages, Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) data and web based information. The operators at the Transportation Management Center (TMC) use the network to manage all of the elements of PASSAGE.
Currently 85 miles long, originating from the Transportation Management Center in Libertyville, this fiber optic network connects approximately 150 traffic signals in Lake County. Planned expansion over the next few years will connect an additional 80 miles of fiber optic cable and over 200 signals to the PASSAGE network. To read about PASSAGE: http://www.lakecountypassage.com/about/network.html
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Business & Community EXPO |
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Reminder: Lake Zurich Area Chamber Business & Community EXPO
March 13, 2010
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Lake Zurich High School
300 Church Street
Event Description
Visit over 120 different businesses and community organizations in one place.
Great Entertainment! Fun Games! Giveaways! Plenty of parking! Free Trolley Rides from parking lots! Fun for the entire family!
For the schedule of events and more information, please click on the link below:
Call the Chamber office for more details: 847-438-5572 |
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Daylight Saving Time - Sunday, March 14, 2010 |
Every Spring we move our clocks one hour ahead and "lose" an hour during the night and each Fall we move our clocks back one hour and "gain" an extra hour.
The phrase "Spring forward, Fall back" helps people remember how Daylight Saving Time affects their clocks. At 2 a.m. on the second Sunday in March, we set our clocks forward one hour ahead of Standard Time ("Spring forward").
We "Fall back" at 2 a.m. on the first Sunday in November by setting our clock back one hour and thus returning to Standard Time. |
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Jobapoolaza Job Fair - College of Lake County Grayslake |
March 12: Jobapalooza Expo for ages 15-21
 Do you know a teenager or young adult who needs help finding a job? Tell them about the Jobapalooza Expo being held at the College of Lake County from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, March 12.
This Lake County job resource fair for young adults ages 15-21 is designed to bring local employers together with young people who are looking for full-time, part-time or seasonal positions. Some of the employers attending Jobapalooza include Six Flags Great America, TCF Bank, Round Lake Area Park District and Clowning Around Entertainment.
Jobapalooza will be in the College of Lake County Physical Education Center (Gymnasium, Building 7) on the Grayslake Campus, 19351 W. Washington Street. Parking is available in lots 2 and 3, which can be reached from the Washington Street/Lancer Lane entrance to the college.
The event is sponsored by the College of Lake County Career and Placement Services Office and Job Center of Lake County. Participants will receive information about the education and training required for different jobs, plus information on work permits, Social Security cards, personal finances and more. Since first impressions count with potential employers, young people who have "dressed to impress" could win a prize or gift card.
For more information, contact the CLC Career and Placement Services office at (847) 543-2059. Open the door to job success with Jobapalooza! |
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ComEd's Helping Hand Program |
I wanted to be sure you are aware of ComEd's Helping Hand program designed to provide immediate relief to residential customers in need facing service suspension. It is open to qualifying ComEd customers who have received a disconnection notice or were recently disconnected. Funds are limited and restrictions apply. Customers with a financial, medical, or other hardship issue can pay 50% of the outstanding balance and ComEd will credit the remaining 50% once the payment has been cleared. The Helping Hand program is only available from March 1 through March 31, 2010.
To sign up customers must either call 1-888-806-2273 or in Lake County they can contact a LIHEAP Administering Agency - Community Action Partnership of Lake County 847-249-4330. |
| Doing Business with Lake County |
Did you know that Lake County government spends millions of dollars annually on supplies and services?
Are you taking advantage of business opportunities with Lake County?
Do you know how to do business with Lake County?
Lake County wants to enhance contracting and procurement opportunities for businesses by providing information to potential vendors and suppliers located in the county.
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Mark Your Calendar!
What: Vendor Information Session
When: Tuesday, March 16, 2010, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: College of Lake County, Grayslake Campus
19351 W. Washington St., Building C, Grayslake
(Park in Lots 4, 5, and 6)
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Why Should You Attend?
- Learn about business opportunities with Lake County and its procurement process
- Register to receive notification of solicitations
- Meet the purchasing decision-makers
For information on this event, contact Gary L. Reis, Purchasing Agent, at 847-377-2929 (office), or 847-309-0506 (cell), or send an email to purchasing@lakecountyil.gov, or fax to 847-984-5889. |
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Census Coming Soon |
What to Expect
The United States Constitution requires a Census of the population of the United States every ten years. In March of this year every household in Lake County will be mailed the 2010 Census form. The Census applies to all residents of Lake County, citizens and non-citizens alike. This form has only 10 questions and will take only about 10 minutes to complete. Federal law protects the personal information you share during the Census - this information is completely confidential and cannot be given to any other government office or provided to any business database. The 2010 Census does NOT ask for bank account information, salary or income, citizenship or immigration status, and does not ask for your Social Security number.
The Census population determines which states gain or lose representation in Congress. It also helps determine the amount of federal funding that will go to Lake County and its municipalities during the next decade. Data collected through the Census is used by decision-makers at all levels of government, as well as businesses and community organizations. Local elected leaders and planners look at Census data to help determine where and when to develop new roads, houses, schools, health care facilities, parks and recreational facilities, and other public services. A business or corporation looking for opportunities to grow looks to the Census to get an idea if its products could be sold and whether or not qualified workers can be found.
An accurate Census count impacts virtually everything that contributes to the quality of life in Lake County.
Watch your mailbox for the Census form coming to your residence in March and when it arrives fill it out and MAIL IT IN! Returning your completed Census form by mail is the most efficient and fastest way to GET COUNTED! A Census worker must visit every household that does not return a form. These visits unnecessarily raise the cost to compile the Census and will certainly take more time than just filling out the form and putting it back in the mail.
You can find a sample Census questionnaire form like the one you will be mailed on the Census website.
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| Golden Legacy coming to Lake County Discovery Museum |
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 View original illustrations from American publishing's best loved and most significant picture book series, Little Golden Books®, in the Lake County Discovery Museum's newest exhibition "Golden Legacy: Original Art from 65 Years of Golden Books."
The exhibition, on display from March 20 to August 22, 2010 in Wauconda, Illinois, features 60 original masterpieces from popular stories such as "The Poky Little Puppy," "Scuffy the Tugboat," "Tawny Scrawny Lion" and "I Can Fly. | Click here for more information
The Lake County Discovery Museum is located on Route 176, just west of Fairfield Road and east of Wauconda in Lakewood Forest Preserve. Gallery hours are Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults and $2.50 for youth ages four to 17. Children three years and under are free. Seniors are $2.50 after 2 p.m. On Discount Tuesdays, admission is $3 for adults, and youth 17 years and under are free. Admission is always free for museum members. "Golden Legacy" is sponsored by the Daily Herald.
For more information about the exhibit or to download discount admission coupons, call 847-968-3400 or visit online at www.LCFPD.org/GoldenLegacy.
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| Go Green |
Save the Rain for a Sunny Day!
Looking for a way to save money, go green and beautify your home at the same time?
Purchase a rain barrel from the Lake County Soil and Water Conservation District. Rain barrels encourage water conservation, reduce runoff and re-use rain water saving water usage and money. A rain barrel can be connected to a downspout from a roof; rain that is caught can later be used for water the yard and garden. To purchase your rain barrel call 847.223.1056 or visit www.lakeswcd.org.
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| View Past Issues of Lake County News |
I have archived my newsletters for your convenience. To view archived Lake County News from Craig Taylor click here.
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