LCMLetterNews you can use
February 23, 2012
In this issue
:: Joint Operations Center and LCML
:: PASSAGE - Real-Time Traffic
:: Transportation Bill in Congress
:: IL Route 53/120 Design Videos
:: Prospering in Place
Greetings!
The LCMLetter is published twice a month and its goal is to keep Lake County Municipal League members informed on municipal issues. As issues relevant to municipal officials arise, the LCMLetter will provide you with a synopsis of the issues and provide you with a link for further details.

New Storm Emergency Preparedness Protocols and Joint Operation Centers from Com Ed

 

LCML March 15 meeting

 

Remembering last summer's storms and learning from the frustration and mistakes made, ComEd has developed new Emergency Preparedness Protocols and a Joint Operations Center (JOC). Mayors, Trustees, Managers, and Public Safety/Public Works Directors are encouraged to attend this important presentation and discussion with representatives from ComEd.   

 

The JOC will require a municipal location and municipal participation. It is important for mayors and managers to attend this meeting.  
  • March 15 LCML Meeting
  • Heather Ridge Clubhouse
    5900 HeatherRidge Dr.
    Gurnee
  • 6:30 pm: Hot Buffet
    7:00 pm: Program
  • Cost: $25 for LCML members
    $30 nonmembers
The Storm Season is not far away. Join us to learn how your Village may benefit from the improved protocols and the Joint Operations Center.

To reserve: Call LCML at (847) 270-3126 or email lcml@sbcglobal.net. Reservations must be made by March 12. No-shows will be billed if a cancellation is not made.

Real-Time Traffic through PASSAGE
Get the latest traffic information sent to you smartphone by using Lake County's PASSAGE. PASSAGE is an Intelligent Transportation System designed to provide motorists real-time traffic congestion information due to crashes and construction events.

Click on PASSAGE to learn more.  
Transportation Bill in Congress

Last Friday a House committee majority went ahead with their plan to eliminate all dedicated funding for public transportation in the Transportation Bill H.R. 7.  

 

Despite broad bi-partisan support for including the public transportation funding, the bill passed out of committee without it. It will be heard by the full House after they return on February 27.  

 

In the Senate, MAP 21- The Highway Investment, Job Creation and Economic Growth Act of 2012), has progressed out of four committees with bi-partisan support.  

 

Please tell your representatives to vote against H.R. 7. Click here for more details.  

IL Route 53/120 design workshop videos

CMAP hosted a day-long design workshop for the Illinois Route 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council. You can find videos from the workshop, including an overview of the presentations by clicking the link below.
http://www.lakecountyil.gov/TRANSPORTATION/Pages/Tollway.aspx
Prospering in Place report

The Center for Neighborhood Technology has recently released a report: Prospering in Place.The report identifies place-based transportation and community development investments that CNT believes would reinvigorate economic growth. CMAP has stated these efforts can support the implementation of the GO TO 2040 plan, including its emphasis on redevelopment that strengthens the region's existing communities.

Click here for the report.
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Sincerely,
Christine Gentes
Lake County Municipal League