| Upcoming Lake County Road Projects |
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 There is often confusion regarding which road construction projects are under the jurisdiction of the State of Illinois (IDOT) and which ones are Lake County Department of Transportation (LCDOT) responsibility.
Please visit the following link for 2011 Lake County Department of Transportation road construction projects. Please plan accordingly!
Because You Asked!
Many people often ask, "Why isn't there more coordination between the Federal State, County and Local governments on road projects?" Unfortunately, while Lake County maintains a fully funded 5-year road improvement plan, the state only operates one year in advance. Additional transportation dollars that are secured through other means, including the federal government often operate under a "use it or lose it" mentality and don't allow for long-term coordination.
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Spring Breakers: Have you checked to see if your passport is expired? |
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 Spring break is right around the corner for a majority of area schools. Each year, many residents forget to check the expiration date on their passports.
Did you know your Congressman and Senators can assist you if you need a passport within 48 hours of travel? They also provide assistance if you have already applied for a new or renewed passport and are have to received it in the time specified.
If your passport is expired and you need immediate assistance, please contact your Congressman or one of our US Senators.
- US Senator Mark Kirk at (312) 886-3506
- US Senator Richard Durbin at (312) 353-4952
- 8th District Congressman Joe Walsh at (847) 973-9341
- 10th District Congressman Robert Dold at (847) 940-0202
Things you will need:
- Your expired passport
- Two passport photos
- Your travel itinerary
If you need additional assistance or don't receive a response, please email me at alawlor@lakecountyil.gov or call me at 847-971-0454.
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| Hawthorn Woods Launches Pill Collection Program |
The Village of Hawthorn Woods, the Hawthorn Woods Police Department, and Save A Star Drug Awareness Foundation recently launched a new pill disposal and collection program to safely dispose of unwanted and unused medications.
The secure pill collection unit has been installed in the lobby of the Hawthorn Woods Police Department located at 2 Lagoon Drive and items can be dropped of anonymously for disposal at any time.
The following items are acceptable:
- prescription medications
- pet medications
- vitamins and supplements
- medicated ointments, lotions, creams and oils
- liquid medication in leak-proof containers
- homeopathic remedies.
Items not acceptable:
- bloody or infectious waste
- personal care products
- empty containers
- hydrogen peroxide
To view the press release, please click here
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| Aaron Lawlor - Representing District 18 |
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Dear Neighbor,
I hope you find this information helpful. Please continue to ask questions and suggest topics for the e-newsletter. YOUR INPUT IS INVALUABLE!
In my last e-newsletter, I conducted a poll asking "Should our Coroner be an elected official or appointed medical professional?"
Here are your responses:
- 82.7% Support an Appointed Medical Professional
- 13.7% Support Keeping an Elected Coroner
- 3.4% Were Undecided
With so much going on at all levels of government, don't hesitate to contact me with your questions and concerns regarding this or other issues. You can reach me via email or on my cell at (847) 971-0454 (please note, the number has changed).
It is an honor to serve YOU on the County Board and Forest Preserve Board.
Sincerely,
Aaron Lawlor
P.S. If this email was forwarded to you, please click here to sign up so I can get you information directly - especially in the case of a road closure, weather emergency or other issue.
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| Lake County Resident Resource Center |
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NEW Dental Discount Card
A new dental discount card program is now available that will help Lake County residents save money on their dental service expenses.
Individuals or families may opt to pay for a monthly or yearly membership. The cost for a yearly individual membership is $59 and $69 for families.
More than 200 providers in Lake County are participating in this program. Discount card holders will receive significant savings from these providers on dental cleanings, x-rays, braces, dentures, crowns, root canals and more. This plan is not insurance.
Cardholders can simply schedule an appointment with a participating dentist or specialist and present their card to receive a discount at the time of service.
To sign up for the Dental Discount Card Program, residents can download a registration form at: www.nacodentalprogram.com. A list of participating providers and more information is available.
Prescription Drug Discount Card
 County residents can take advantage of a prescription drug discount card program.
The card is free and accepted at most pharmacies. The average card savings is 20 percent off retail prices.
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 or email me your address and I will send you one!
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital CareCoach
CareCoach takes its free health services and educational programs on the road to 22 community sites each month. Services are provided by a registered nurse. They include:
- Cholesterol screenings
 - Blood pressure screenings
- Diabetes screenings
- BMI screenings
- Waist measurement screenings
- Tobacco cessation services
- Counseling with a registered nurse
- Immunizations
- Referrals to a physician, if needed
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