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| Lake County News
from David Stolman
County Board Chairman |
| August 25, 2011 |
County Board Chairman
District 20 Representative |
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Neighbors,
I hope this beautiful weather continues.
Buffalo Grove days will be here soon. I am looking forward to seeing everyone at the parade on Sunday. Remember to bring a food item to donate. More information about it below.
As always, it's a pleasure and honor representing you on the County and Forest Preserve Boards. Please contact me anytime for any reason - I love hearing from you!
Send email to:
dstolman@lakecountyil.gov
or call me at 847-377-2300.
I encourage you to forward this update to others who may be interested in Lake County news.
Thank you,
David Stolman
Lake County Board Chairman
Representing Buffalo Grove, Long Grove and Prairie View |
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Watch Lake County Update: Economic Development
In this edition of County Update, County Board Chairman David Stolman and Steve Anderson, CEO/President of Lake County Partners, focus on economic development in Lake County, and strategies underway to attract and retain businesses, create jobs, and strengthen our economy. Watch now (15 minutes).
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Watch PSA: Drive Now, Test Later. You can't do both.
Texting and driving, and other forms of distracted driving, are the cause of 28% of all traffic accidents, some resulting in death. In this short video, Lake County Coroner Artis Yancey and Lake County Board Chairman David Stolman call attention to this serious issue.
Watch now
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Doing Business with Lake County
Lake County Vendor Fair - Sept. 8, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Central Permit Facility, 500 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
Job Order Contracting Breakfast - Sept. 20, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., Central Permit Facility, 500 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
Learn more about Lake County's Job Order Contracting program
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 recently launched a new "buy local" program to support Lake County businesses, and keep money in the local economy. While Lake County has always encouraged local purchasing, this is part of a broader initiative to improve relations with the business community and encourage local vendors to seek business with the county.
Lake County will hold a series of workshops for local businesses in September.
Vendor Training Sessions - Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Central Permit Facility, 500 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
Attendees do not need to register.
Businesses interested in learning more about opportunities with Lake County can visit www.lakecountyil.gov and click on "Doing Business" in the Quick Links. Businesses can also register to receive email notifications of bids, requests for proposal (RFP), and other solicitations.
For more information on these events, call Lake County Purchasing at 847-377-2929, or email at purchasing@lakecountyil.gov. |
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Buffalo Grove Days September 1 - 5
This year's festivities will take place September 1-5. There will be a variety of entertainment including on the main stage MIKE & JOE, The Buffalo Grove Jazz Band, Trippin' Billies (a Dave Matthews tribute), Infinity (a Journey/REO tribute), and GONE 2 PARADISE (a Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band).
BG Palooza moves to the Main Stage, presenting the best of local musical entertainment starting at 2:00 pm on Saturday, Sept. 3rd.
Along with the main stage, the Beer Tent will feature some fan favorites, including WHITEY O'DAY, THE STEEL DRUM GUY, MYSTRISS, and ROUTE 66. Some new bands to help make the evenings "rock" are THE SOULCHASERS & DUELING PIANOS!! There will be many more to be determined so stay tuned!!!
There will be something for the entire family whether it's walkarounds, kid's entertainment or just plain crafting fun for the whole family. REPTILE SHOWS, KID'S SONGS, JUGGLING AND A VENTRILOQUIST are just some of the family fun!
Our craft area will bring vendors from around the state for everyone's taste. You name it, it will be available to buy!! From jewelry to sports items, our CRAFT FAIR will have it all. While shopping, you can enjoy one of the many dance groups performing including the BAREFOOT HAWAIIANS, MCNULTY IRISH DANCERS, & ALEGRA MEXICANA, just to name a few.
Our parade will kick off at 1:00pm Sunday September 4th. The Village Board has named two Grand Marshals this year - Elliott Hartstein and DeAnn Glover - in honor of their MANY years of service to our community! Applications are now being taken at village hall for those who wish to participate.
A new event this year is the "Rotary Duck Race" on Monday at 1:30 pm. It will start at the Raupp bridge where it spans Buffalo Creek, just south of the carnival. The ducks will flow downstream toward the Emmerich East ball fields. The winning ducks are the first to cross the finish line somewhere along that stretch, possibly around first base of the baseball field. Ducks can be purchased at www.BGRotary.org and at our booth at BG Days.
Finally, FUN & FOOD, our program for kids with disabilities & their families - carnival rides, lunch and entertainment. This year, Staley the Chicago Bear, Benny the Bull, and Skates will be joined by Tommy Hawk to help with the program. Carnival
DOWNLOAD THE COMPLETE BUFFALO DAYS BROCHURE
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Bring non-parrishable food to the parade and Donate
Buffalo Grove Area Chamber of Commerce will collect non-parishable food at the Buffalo Grove Parade on Sunday, September 4 for local food pantries.
The parade begins at 1pm along Bernard Drive. The Chamber members will be pushing carts to store the non-parishable food.
Non-parrishable food may be dropped of at the Chamber from September 6 - 30. For more information call 847-541-7799. |
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Farm Heritage Festival celebrates life on the farm
Check out hundreds of antique tractors, cars, engines and other farm machinery as we celebrate Lake County's rural roots at the 19th Annual Farm Heritage Festival on Saturday and Sunday, September 24 and 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda.
Presented by the Lake County Discovery Museum and the Lake County Farm Heritage Association, this two-day event celebrates farm life from the turn of the century to the present. The media sponsor for the Farm Heritage Festival is the Daily Herald.
Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for seniors (ages 55 and up) and youth ages four through 17. Children three and under are free. A two-day admission pass is also available for $12 for adults and $6 for youth and seniors. Click here for driving directions. Discount admission coupons are available. |
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