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Understanding your 2012
Property Assessment

 

Property owners should be aware that their assessment notices may arrive slightly earlier than in previous years due to a recent change in state law.  You can subscribe to the Chief County Assessment Office's email news alerts to find out when notices will go out for property owners in our area.

 

In addition, the Chief County Assessment Office will hold two public information meetings and 18 tax assessment help centers this fall to help residents understand their property assessment. Click here to view the full schedule of outreach sessions from August through October.

 

This short video provides more help understanding assessments.

Voting by Mail Application Available Online

 

Lake County registered voters, including students away at school and traveling snowbirds, who choose to vote by mail in the November election may download their official application for ballot at LakeVoterPower.info. Illinois law requires each person voting by mail to complete and sign an application for every election before receiving a ballot.

 

Applications also may be requested by contacting the Voting by Mail Department via e-mail at VotingByMail@lakecountyil.gov, or by calling 847.377.2406.

 

View the County Clerk's press release for more information.

Health Department Reports First Human Case 

of West Nile in Lake County Since 2010

 

The Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center reports that a 68-year-old male resident of Buffalo Grove (the Lake County side) tested positive for West Nile encephalitis. He was hospitalized and discharged. This is the county's first human West Nile virus case since 2010.

 

In addition to the human case, 52 batches of mosquitoes and three birds have tested positive for West Nile virus in Lake County this year.

 

Culex mosquitoes, the mosquitoes that carry West Nile virus, tend to thrive in dry conditions. Reduce your risk by reducing your exposure to mosquitoes, wearing insect repellent and reporting areas where mosquitoes typically breed. 

 

Alert the county to areas of stagnant water and get more information on the signs and symptoms of West Nile encephalitis by calling the Health Department's West Nile virus hotline at 847.377.8300.

 

For more information, read the Lake County Health Department's full press release.

2012 IDOT Pavement Patching

 

The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced their 2012 pavement patching locations throughout Lake County.  Pavement patching begins this month and is expected to conclude in November. The expected impact to traffic is temporary lane closures. For up-to-date information please visit Lake County PASSAGE.

Veterans Treatment Assistance Court

 

Veterans Treatment Assistance Court (VTAC) is a new program in Lake County that is specifically designed to help and screen all veterans coming into the criminal justice system.  Eligible participants receive extensive treatment and services, as well as mentorship from fellow veterans.  

 

In this video, team members from the VTAC program discuss how the program works and the importance of helping those who have served our country.

Kids 1st Health Fair Provides Care and Supplies
for Lake County Students

 

More than 1,000 children received free health services at this year's Kids 1st Health Fair, which marked its 20th anniversary.  Each year, hundreds of volunteers provide immunizations, physicals and dental screenings to help children meet requirements for school. 

 

Learn more about the fair's history and community impact in this short video.

Adopt-A-Highway Accepting Applications

 

The Lake County Division of Transportation is now accepting applications for the Adopt-A-Highway Program.  Enrollment is open through the end of August. This program provides residents and businesses an opportunity to contribute towards a cleaner, greener environment, one mile at a time. 

 

Learn more about the Adopt-A-Highway program in this short video.

Dispelling Myths About Community Health Centers

 

Providing high quality health care that is affordable and cost effective for medically vulnerable people defines the purpose of the six federally-qualified health care centers operated by the Lake County Health Department. The centers serve more than 40,000 people annually. Yet, many times there are incorrect perceptions about how the health centers operate.

Job Center Open House Celebrates Illinois Workforce Development Week

 

Recognizing the critical role that Job Centers play in driving our economic recovery, the Illinois General Assembly has designated the week of August 26 through September 1 as Workforce Development Week in Illinois. As part of the celebration of Workforce Development Week, the Job Center of Lake County will host an open house on Thursday, August 30 from 3-5 p.m. at the Waukegan Job Center, 1 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. 

 

The open house will allow guests to tour the Job Center facilities, learn more about training and job search support programs for youth and adults, and discover programs that help local businesses attract and retain a high-quality workforce.  

 

For more information about the open house or to RSVP, contact bwilliams@lakecountyil.gov or call 847.377.3435.

Upcoming Community Events

  

August 18-19, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Long Grove Art Fest

Come visit Historic Long Grove and shop amongst 100+ fine artists from across the country as they showcase and sell their original work. Artists are professionally juried and judged with cash awards. In addition to the artwork available for purchase at the fair, many of the artists take commissions and will make one-of-a-kind pieces for art enthusiasts. Free admission, free parking. More info.

    

 

Buffalo Grove Days

August 30 to September 3

This five-day event includes a carnival, live entertainment, parade, fireworks, bingo, food tent, arts and crafts fair, business fair, pancake breakfast, barbecue challenge and a kids craft tent.

More info. 

Upcoming Events at the Forest Preserves

 

Free Habitat Walks for Seniors

Explore many of the different habitats of Lake County, learning as you walk. These free nature walks are designed for senior citizens and paced to the group's ability. The September nature walk will be from 9 to 10 a.m. September 19 at Grant Woods in Lake Villa. For more information, call 847-968-3113.

 

The Blues: From the Heart and Soul

Through August 19

The hot weather offers a great opportunity to visit the Lake County Discovery Museum. 

This unique exhibition offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most influential periods of modern music and showcases the expansive collection of memorabilia from Chicago blues legend "Barrelhouse" Chuck Goering of Libertyville, Illinois. From playbills and autographs to the original musical instruments that created some of the most influential music in American history, The Blues: From the Heart and Soul exhibit provides a highly interactive and engaging environment to relive this exciting era.  Find out more.

 

Make a "Playdate with Nature"

Turn off the TV and get outside for interactive play activities designed to connect you and your child with nature!  Build fairy houses and forts, explore off trail, and catch and observe land and water insects. The programs are free and open to children of all ages, with a caregiver. Dress for outdoor fun and adventure. A Leave No Child Inside initiative.

View upcoming Playdate with Nature programs.  

 

The Adlai E. Stevenson Home

Learn more about this influential American Statesman known as "the man from Libertyville."  You can tour the home and walk the grounds that welcomed many people who were part of world events.  The next tours are Sunday August 26 at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.  Call 847-367-6640.

 

Check out the entire calendar for more activities.