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Lake County News
From
Craig Taylor |
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Craig Taylor, Representative District 19 | |
 | | Craig Taylor, District 19 Representative (Click on picture) |
Road work continues to be the big story with many projects making our everyday travels frustrating. I keep reminding myself to be patient as "this too shall pass" and it'll hopefully be clear 'driving' once it's all completed. Please drive carefully and allow extra time. Don't forget to check Lake County Passage (link below) for up to the minute Lake County road conditions.
I wish you'd consider visiting your Lake County Forest Preserve website (links below) and ultimately the Forest Preserve locations themselves! There's so much you, your family, loved ones and friends can take advantage of in the preserves. They're always a beautiful, healthy place to visit and they're especially so this time of year! The programs and activities your Forest Preserve staff have planned for the fall months are entertaining and FUN for all! Plus, an added bonus for us seniors is FREE admittance to the Lake County Discovery Museum during the month of October! What better way to see the Ansel Adams photo exhibit which just opened there last weekend.
Please forward this e-newsletter to anyone you feel may benefit from its content. By helping me get the word out in this manner you're also helping me GO GREEN! Thank you!!
If you've gotten this letter from a friend, please join my email list at the bottom of this page to receive future issues.
Should you need to contact me, my contact information follows:
Home phone: 847-438-2961
Cell phone: 224-805-6027
I consider it a honor and privilege to serve you!
Thanks!
Lake County Board Member & Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner
District 19 Representative
Hawthorn Woods, Kildeer, Lake Zurich, Long Grove
(In the future, District 19 will include Deer Park and Barrington) |
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IDOT ROAD PROJECTS | |
ROAD PROJECT UPDATE
According to a IDOT engineer, Midlothian Road resurfacing is expected to be completed by the middle to end of October.
Pavement patching on Rte. 83 from Buffalo Grove Rd. to Rte. 22 will take another week and the section from Rte. 22 to Rte. 45 will take 3 to 4 weeks.
The pavement patching project that is taking place on Rte. 21 is a state project being managed by the Illinois Department of Transportation. It is our understanding the project limits will be from IL Rte. 60 to IL Rte. 22 and work is to begin on approximately 9/20. They expect to complete it in two stages over a period of about seven working days and impacts to traffic will be lane reductions thru the work zone. The contact information for the IDOT construction supervisor on this project is:
Jared Hamm
IDOT Resident Engineer
847.846.4378
For additional information on IDOT road projects in Lake County: IDOT ROAD PROJECTS |
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LAKE COUNTY DOT ROAD PROJECTS | |
Roberts Rd.
Description: From IL Rte. 59 to McHenry Co. Line
Work Type: Resurfacing
Contact Agency: LCDOT
Cost: ($) 1628000
Engineer Name: Rafael Berrios
Engineer Phone: (847) 740-3539
Status: Complete
Message: Paving is complete.
Impact to Drivers: All lanes are open.
Last Update: 9/19/2011
Quentin Rd.
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Description: |
At Ensell Rd. |
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Work Type: |
New Span-wire Traffic Signal |
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Engineer Name: |
Dan Martinez |
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Engineer Phone: |
(847) 377-7400 |
Message: Traffic Signal will be activated September 27th
Ela Rd.
Description: From Lake-Cook Rd. to Cuba Rd.
Work Type: Resurfacing and Retaining Wall Repairs
Contact Agency: LCDOT
Cost: ($) 948000
Engineer Name: Randy DeRue
Engineer Phone: (847) 740-3449
Status: Active
Message: This project is under contract and will begin in September
Last Update: 8/26/2011
Gilmer Rd.
Description: From Diamond Lake Rd. to Hawley St.
Work Type: Resurfacing
Contact Agency: LCDOT
Cost: ($) 2567000
Engineer Name: Randy DeRue
Engineer Phone: (847) 377-7400
Status: Complete
Message: Paving is complete.
Impact to Drivers: All lanes are open.
Last Update 9/19/2011 |
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ROUTE 53 EXTENTION UPDATE | |
Illinois Route 53 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council
Holds First Meeting
At the first meeting of the newly created Illinois Route 53 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council, the 25 member group defined its role, and discussed how the council will operate. The council is co-chaired by County Board Chairman David Stolman and George Ranney, President and CEO Metropolis Strategies and Prairie Holding Corporation. The Tollway created the commission to develop regional concensus on whether the tollway should move forward with the project, and make recommendations on how it should look and how it should be funded.
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"GO GREEN" LAKE COUNTY | |
How Do You Go Green, Lake County?
The Lake County Board is committed to promoting a sustainable environment - one of our top goals in our strategic plan. In an effort to increase public awareness and encourage residents to "go green," we are featuring YOUR stories in the LCTV series "How Do You Go Green, Lake County?" In this new video, learn how some of your neighbors are supporting local, organic farmers.
Watch Video: (2 1/2 minutes)
GO GREEN
and send us your ideas at: communications@lakecountyil.gov !
Learn more by visiting the Sustainable Lake County website:
GOING GREEN |
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ELECTRONIC COLLECTION | |
YEAR ROUND LOCATIONS
Below is the most up to date listing of residential electronics collection drop off sites operating within our area. There is no cost for residents to drop off electronics at these locations. The locations and hours of operation are set by the host of the collection site and any questions regarding their procedures should be made to them. These collections are open only on the specified dates and residents will be politely turned away if visiting at an unscheduled time.
Cuba Township (Road District)
28070 W. Cuba Road, Barrington
ONLY Fridays 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (excluding holidays)
Village of Wauconda (Public Works Facility)
302 Slocum Lake Road
Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (excluding holidays)
Wauconda Township (Highway Department Facility)
505 W. Bonner Road
1st Saturday of each month 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
(fluorescent light bulbs are also accepted at the Wauconda Township Highway Department)
Village of Deer Park (Deer Park Town Center)
PC Smart Bar
20330 N. Deer Park Blvd., Suite 116
Store Hours:
Mon - Sat 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sun 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Accepted Items:
Personal Computers, Monitors, Computer Drives, Keyboards, Modems, Mainframes, Scanners, Printers, PDA Organizers, any type of telephones, Televisions (any size), Stereos, MP3 Players, CD Players, DVD Players, VCR's, Cameras, Video Games, Fax Machines, Shredders, Alkaline and Rechargeable Batteries and Small Household Appliances, Microwave Ovens. |
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TAX ASSESSMENT HELP CENTERS | |
FROM THE CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICER
The Lake County Assessment Office is hosting EIGHTEEN Tax Assessment Help Centers. These help centers will give residents an opportunity to work one on one with a member of the Chief County Assessment Office staff for personal assistance with evaluating their property assessment.
They will also be holding 2 Public Information Meetings.The Chief County Assessment Officer will explain the property tax process, assessment procedures, provide use of county website tools used to review an assessment valuation, outline the assessment appeal process and answer property tax related questions from residential property owners.
DATES AND TIMES LINK |
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Barrington Fire Department Open House | |
Barrington Fire Department Open House
Date: 9/24/2011 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
Barrington Public Safety Building
400 N. Northwest Highway
Barrington, Illinois 60010
Barrington will celebrate its annual Fire Department Open House on Saturday, September 24, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at the Public Safety Building, at 400 N. Northwest Highway. Meet firefighters, take a look at the fire trucks and ambulances, and say hello to Sparky the Fire Dog. |
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TRAINS at ELA LIBRARY THIS SATURDAY | |
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GRAND OPENING
SUPPORT OUR LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS | |
THE EXERCISE COACH
The Exercise Coach invites you to our Grand Opening at
Cambridge Plaza, 862 South Milwaukee Avenue, in Libertyville.
The Grand Opening takes place this Thursday, September 22
from 11 AM - 2 PM.
Our program is two sessions, twice per week.
Hard to believe? Take us up on our offer to receive your first
4 sessions complimentary.
Light refreshments will be served. See you Thursday!
Website: The Exercise Coach Libertyville Website
(Owned & Operated by Kevin & Carol Coleman & Sons of Lake Zurich) |
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LOCAL JOB OPPORTUNITY | |
WAFFLE GOURMET NOW HIRING
The Waffle Gourmet in Deer Park Town Center, Deer Park is hiring all positions and hours. Cashiers, Waffle Makers and Waffle Prep. Food Service education or experience a plus.
If you are looking for a great opportunity with advancement potential contact, Managing Partner, Ron Roberti at 847.651.0656 or at ron@thewafflegourmet.com.
Opening early October, so apply now. |
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Book Sale | |
Barrington Area Library Friends
The Friends sponsor three major book sales each year: generally the second or third weekend in February, June and October. The next book sale is Saturday, October 22 (9 AM - 5 PM) and Sunday, October 23 (1 PM - 5 PM)
Library Location:
505 N. Northwest Highway
Barrington, IL 60010
Map
847-382-1300 |
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FREE SENIORS ADMISSION DURING OCTOBER | |
Lake County Discovery Museum
Free Senior Admission
- The entire month of October admission to the Lake County Discovery Museum in Wauconda is free to seniors.
LAKE COUNTY DISCOVERY MUSEUM WEBSITE |
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FOREST PRESERVE ACTIVITIES FOR: SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER | |
CHECK OUT THE FANTASTIC ACTIVITIES YOUR
LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES HAVE FOR YOU!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS |
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