May 7, 2014

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Frequently Asked Tax Bill Questions

Property owners receive a tax bill every year at the beginning of May. In this video, staff from the Treasurer's Office answers the 5 most frequently asked questions. Learn more about the process, property tax relief, payment options, and more.

Put your food donations by Mailbox!

Food Donations will be picked up Saturday May 10th.

Your postal carrier will be collecting food donations for the Moraine Township Food Pantry on Saturday, May 10, and will deliver them to the Township on your behalf.

With 27.5% of Highland Park/Highwood elementary school students eligible for the federal free and reduced lunch program, in addition to our seniors and families without school-aged children, you can help Moraine Township address food insecurity here in our community.

Here's how easy it will be for you to help your neighbors going through a difficult time: Just leave your donation by your mailbox on Saturday May 10. Your postal carrier will deliver it to the Township, and we will ensure your donation helps families struggling here.

For further information call Moraine Township 847-432-3240 or email super@morainetownship.org.

Healthy Lake County: Lyme Disease Prevention

Did you know that the confirmed Lyme disease cases in Lake County nearly tripled last year? Watch this video and learn how to protect yourself from ticks and their harmful bites. Also watch segments on Mental Health Month, the Crisis Care Program, and Lake County Beach Advisories.

Lake County State's Attorney's Office Hosts Opioid Forum
Learn about the risks, signs and solutions for opiates such as heroin and prescription painkillers. Learn More
Wednesday, May 28, 6 - 8 p.m.
College of Lake County, Grayslake Campus

Jobs News
Job Market Place 2014
Thursday, May 22, 1 - 5 p.m.
College of Lake County, Grayslake (PE building)
Explore full-time, part-time, seasonal and professional job opportunities. Bring plenty of resumes and dress to impress! See Flyer

Lake County Forest Preserve District Jobs
Be a part of a dynamic system of natural and cultural resources. Choose from educational, recreational and cultural opportunities. Available Jobs

Workforce Programs and Success Stories
Did you know that more than 20,000 people visited the Lake County Job Centers in 2013? Learn about a wide variety of programs and services available to employers and job seekers in Lake County. More

Voter News
Independent and New Political Party Candidates
Courtesy petition packets for independent and new political party candidates seeking a county office in the November election will be available online at LakeCandidatePower.info under Petition Filing Information until June 23, the last day to circulate and file. Candidates may also obtain copies of the petition packets by visiting the County Clerk's office, 18 N. County Street, Waukegan during weekday hours of 8:30 am to 5 p.m.

Offices to be elected in the fall include County Clerk; Sheriff; Treasurer; Regional Superintendent of Schools; County Board Member Districts 3, 6, 8, 9, 10,17 and 19; and North Shore Sanitary Trustee Districts 3 and 5.

Lake County candidates file their petition packets at the Clerk's office from June 16 to 23, 2014. As always, it's recommended for candidates to seek competent legal counsel when completing petition packets.

Fun Forest Preserve Events
Bonner Touch-A-Tractor
Kids of any age can climb into the seat of a real tractor and learn about farming. $3, kids under 3 are free. Sunday, May 18, 12 - 4 p.m., Bonner Heritage Farm. More

Community Campfire Friday Night
Bring friends and family to roast marshmallows, share stories, and enjoy nature at night at this free event for all ages. No registration required. Friday, May 30, 7 - 9 p.m., Greenbelt Cultural Center. More

Almond Marsh Heron Rookery Open Saturdays
Welcome herons and cormorants back to Lake County at Almond Marsh Forest Preserve in Grayslake. Almond Marsh is open Saturdays, April-June, 8 a.m. - noon (except Memorial Day weekend) for observation. More

LCFPD Calendar of Programs and Events

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