June 3, 2014
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First Installment of Property Taxes Due June 5
The first installment of your property taxes is due on Thursday, June 5. Visit the Treasurer's Office website for payment options, billing history and more.
Summer Fun in Lake County
Lake County Update: Let the ride take you...
Summer is finally here and there is so much to do in Lake County - from our 30,000 acres of forest preserves to exciting day trips, weekend getaways, and family-friendly adventures, you'll find it all in your own backyard. In this edition of Lake County Update, we take you to Six Flags Great America and get lots of summer fun info from Visit Lake County. Watch now.

Boating Lake County
From marinas and storage options to lakefront dining and a boating blog, BoatingLakeCounty.com is a useful website for all things boating in Lake County.
Farmers Markets
Shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, baked treats and goods while supporting local businesses at one of Lake County's Farmers Markets.
Farmers Market Finder
Farmers Market Page
Lake County Government is now on Facebook
Lake County just launched a Facebook page! For timely news and announcements - "Like" Lake County on Facebook.
Health Department News
Mosquito Prevention
Summer weather means mosquito season is here. Watch this video about ways to avoid West Nile virus and fight the bite this summer. Also see segments on lawn care pollutants, and the 22nd Annual Kids 1st Health Fair on Aug. 6.

New Phone App for Swim Bans
Avoid high bacteria conditions and swimming related illnesses this summer! Get notifications about swim bans in the area by downloading the free myBeachCast App. More Info 
Forest Preserve Events
Free Kids Nature Funfest
Sunday, June 8, 2 - 5 p.m., at the Greenbelt Cultural Center Away from video games and televisions, this free festival gets kids moving outdoors and learning about nature, the environment and healthy lifestyles. 

Free Fishing Days
During free fishing days, June 6-9, fishing licenses are not required for fishing in Illinois waters. For information on area fishing, locations, detailed lake maps and more, see the Forest Preserve's Fishing Guide.

Summer Concerts at Independence Grove
Enjoy relax-on-the-lawn summer concerts, Tuesdays at 7:30 pm, for eight weeks starting June 17-August 5. View the complete 2014 concert schedule. 

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It's an honor to serve you. 

Sincerely,


Steven W. Mandel

Lake County Board Member

Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner

District 11,  Highland Park - Highwood - Deerfield 

   

2157 Saint Johns Avenue

Highland Park, IL 60035

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