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| Lake County News
from David Stolman
County Board Chairman |
| December 2, 2011 |
County Board Chairman
District 20 Representative |
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Neighbors,
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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Electronics Disposal Ban Takes Effect Jan. 1
Beginning January 1, it will no longer be legal for individuals to dispose of unwanted electronics in their regular trash. Discarded electronics, including computers, monitors, electronic keyboards, scanners, fax machines and many other electronic devices, must now be taken to a registered recycler for proper management. It will be illegal for the consumer to dispose of them in the trash and it will be illegal for Illinois landfills to accept them.
The Illinois Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, which took effect in 2008, required manufacturers to establish a recycling program for discarded and unwanted electric products, if they sell their products in Illinois. This newest phase will include individual citizens in the effort to keep electronics, which contain a variety of potentially toxic contaminants, out of the state's 48 active landfills.
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Proposed Rules
The following rules have been proposed by Illinois' agencies and are open for public comment. To read more about the rules and to submit comments regarding their impact on your business or industry, visit www.ienconnect.com/regalert and click on "Click Here".
* The Department of Human Services proposed amendments that will impact small businesses that provide child care, youth or family services. Read more or submit comments.
* The Department of Children and Family Services proposed amendments that will impact licensed day care homes, day care centers and group day care homes, and entities seeking initial licensure. Read more or submit comments.
* The Pollution Control Board proposed amendments which will impact farm owners of a composting facility in which landscape waste composting material is utilized to operate the compost facility on more than 2% of the property's total acreage. Read more or submit comments. |
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Ruse Burglaries Increasing
The Lake County Sheriff's Office is warning homeowners of "ruse" burglaries and how to take action to prevent being the victim of these types of crimes. Local municipalities and county sheriff's offices have received an increase in these types of crimes in the past few months. The burglaries usually occur during the late morning and afternoon hours, prior to 5:00PM.
Victims are targeted because of their advanced age and the probability they are living alone. The offenders usually travel in pairs, with one offender distracting the homeowner while the second offender enters the home to search for and steal cash, jewelry and other items. There are many story lines offenders will use, including:
- Inquiries about the homeowner's water supply or pressure
- Informing the homeowner there is an electrical problem
- Offers to repair gutters/fences or tree trimming and landscaping
- Blacktop/driveway repair
- False statements about problems at the neighbor's house
- Inquiries about homes for sale in the neighborhood
This Community Alert is to serve as a reminder that nobody should be allowed inside your home unless they are personally known to you or unless it is a scheduled appointment. If a solicitor comes to your residence, prior to answering the door, attempt to locate and remember what kind of vehicle they are driving (make, model, color, type). Further, make a mental note of their attire and physical characteristics. If you do choose to speak with a solicitor or utility worker, never leave your front door unlocked or unattended.
This type of "ruse" or distraction burglary is becoming more prevalent. Homeowners must always be wary of offers that sound too good to be true and cautious of strangers who attempt to charm you into buying something.
If you feel you have been the victim of a ruse burglary or if you have seen suspicious vehicles and/or subjects approaching elderly neighbors, please call the Lake County Sheriff's Office at 847/549-5200 to report these incidents or 911 if the offense is in progress at the time. Please be ready to provide a vehicle description and a license plate number, if possible
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Snowmobile Safety - Class and Certification Exam - Free
Operations and Public Safety Facility (Lindenhurst)
Saturday, December 3
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Learn how to safely operate a snowmobile. Taught by Lake County Forest Preserve Rangers, this indoor class will prepare you for the written certification exam. Passing the exam (administered at the end of class) allows those ages 12 to 16 to operate a snowmobile without an adult.
The Illinois Snowmobile Education Course consists of a minimum eight hours of instruction. The educational material is based on a sixth-grade reading level. These courses cover the basics in maintenance and repair of snowmobiles, proper and safe operation, history of snowmobiling, first aid, protection of the environment and the state laws.
Bring a pen, pencil, snack and lunch. More information here.
View full snowmobile schedule. |
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 Natural Holiday Decorations
Tuesday, December 6
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Ryerson Woods Welcome Center
Create beautiful holiday decorations for your home. Use twigs, berries, tree bark, acorn tops and other natural outdoor items to make your decorations. The class is available to children ages 11 and older. Info and registration. |
| Purchase Permits Online
Permit sale for 2012 starts on Dec 1.
Your Lake County Forest Preserves offer endless opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation, nature exploration and relaxation. Most Forest Preserves are located just minutes from your home and boast award-winning facilities, miles of trails and acres of wide-open spaces for visitors of all ages to enjoy. |
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Controlled Burns
How, why and where we use fire in the forest preserves.
Every spring and fall, our ecologists safely burn hundreds of acres throughout Lake County. Why? Because fire is one of the things these areas need to regain a healthy diversity of species.
Information here. |
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Forest Preserve Horizon Newsletter
To receive the Lake County Forest Preserve Horizon Newsletter by email, click here. |
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Vernon Hills Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Show
November 25 through January 1
Visit nothern Illinois's largest drive-through holiday light festival, which has become a Lake County Tradition at the Cuneo Mansion.
Grounds of Cuneo Mansion
1350 N. Milwuakee Ave.
Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills
Sunday - Thursday $5
Friday & Saturday $10
www.vernonhills.org |
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