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Lake County News
Linda Pedersen
Lake County Board Rep and Forest Preserve Commissioner-District 1
February 8, 2010 |
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Dear Neighbor,
Linda Pedersen
Lake County Board
District 1 Representative
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Winter Weather Warning |
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning for significant snowfall for all of the Chicago area. The warning is in effect from 9:00 p.m. tonight through 4:00 a.m. Wednesday morning. The text of the most recent NWS Winter Storm Warning is included for your reference at the bottom of this message.
This storm is expected to bring snow to the Lake County area later this evening, with the most intense snowfall rates forecast during the afternoon and evening Tuesday. Snow accumulation of up to twelve inches or more is expected across Lake County, with locally higher amounts possible, particularly closer to Lake Michigan. As this storm system intensifies, strong gusty winds will likely complicate snow removal and make conditions outside more unpleasant. Winds of greater than 20 mph are probable Tuesday evening, with gusts of 35 mph or more possible.
The expected long duration of snowfall, forecast winds, and likelihood for more than ten inches of snow will lead to some travel impacts on Tuesday and Wednesday. 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. |
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Dog Exercise Areas Extended at Forest Preserve |
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 Dogs owners are reminded that hours at Lake County Forest Preserve District dog exercise areas have been extended to 6 p.m. or sunset, whichever is later. The areas open at 6:30 a.m.
Dog exercise areas are located at: Independence Grove (entrance off Milwaukee Avenue) near Libertyville; Lakewood near Wauconda; Prairie Wolf near Lake Forest; and, Duck Farm near Lindenhurst. Permits are required. The annual permit allows access to all four sites, and daily permits can be purchased at a self-pay station at each area. They are available at lcfpd.org, by calling (847) 367-6640, or at the general office, 2000 Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville or at the operations office at Lakewood Forest Preserve, 24237 W. Ivanhoe Road, Wauconda. The annual permit fee for one dog is $44 for Lake County residents. |
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Non-Profit Pet Rescue Offers Low-cost Microchipping Clinic |
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PROTECT YOUR PET. Petropolis Adoptions Pet Rescue is offering a Low-Cost Microchipping Clinic to Lake County residents on Saturday, February 13 from 2-4 p.m. at Animal Care Center of Lake Villa, 101 S. Milwaukee Ave. (Route 83), Lake Villa.
Microchipping for dogs and cats will be available for just $25 including registration in a permanent, national database. This is less than half the typical fee.
Microchipping makes it a lot easier to reunite owners with their pets if they become lost or stolen. It involves injecting a tiny ID chip the size of a grain of rice under the skin between the pet's shoulderblades. Call 847-356-8387 for more info. No appointment is needed.
Petropolis is an all-volunteer, nonprofit foster network dedicated to saving animals' lives and matching great pets with great people. Learn more at petropolisinc.org. Contact Info:
Cindy Rippa Petropolis Volunteer
24112 W. Saxony Drive
Lake Villa, IL 60046
phone 847-265-8172
fax 847-265-8174
cindy.rippa@gmail.com
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CLC Job Fair - Vernon Hills |
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Job Fair
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
10:00am - 1:00pm
College of Lake County Southlake Campus
Room V340
1120 S. Milwaukee Ave.
Vernon Hills
Dress for success and bring your resume.
Representatives from 19 companies will conduct pre-interviews for available positions.
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Youth Employment Hotline Open |
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A summer youth employment hotline is up and running at (847) 3770in
The Lake County Workforce Development Department has received funding to continue a youth employment program for 2010. The program is open to Lake County youth aged 14 and 15 who meet the program's low-income criteria or youth aged 14 to 21, who have an I.E.P. through school.
Walk-in or mailed information also will be accepted for waiting list placement at Workforce Development, 1 N. Genesee St., Waukegan.
Applicants are asked to leave only one message on the hotline system.
Those accepted will be contacted beginning in late March. |
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Treasurer's Office Taking Applications for Senior Deferral Program through March 1st |
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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 |
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A gentleman from Mundelein wrote me "the pharmacist at the Walgreen's practically begged me to get the RX card to help with a drug that is not covered by our insurance.. I always mistakenly thought it was tied to income..and she told me, no that is not true... I got 21% off the retail price of the drug!!!
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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