Lake County News -- Craig Taylor, District 19 Representative

January 10, 2013

In This Issue: Passage Network Continues to Grow, Job Center Events, Emergency Unemployment Insurance, Electronics Recycling, Emergency Kit, Healthy Lake County, Upcoming Community Events 

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passagePASSAGE Network Continues to Grow 
 

Lake County PASSAGE provides real-time traffic information about local roads, so you can anticipate, plan and avoid gridlock. The PASSAGE intelligent transportation system uses interconnected signals to manage traffic flow and monitor traffic conditions.

 

The PASSAGE network is continuing to grow. Through the use of federal congestion relief funds, the City of Highland Park and the Lake County Department of Transportation incorporated the traffic signals in Highland Park into PASSAGE. The traffic signals have been retimed, monitoring cameras have been added, and a real-time connection to the Highland Park Police Department has been established. These upgrades will provide better guidance to motorists in this area of Lake County. 

 

Watch this video to learn more about the project.

jobsJob Center of Lake County News 

 

Event for Veterans to Address Transitions

Job Center A Jan. 16 workshop offered by the Job Center of Lake County represents a unique team effort with the Lake County Health Department to serve veterans. Steve Ruohomaki, senior therapist with Lake & McHenry Veteran and Family Services, will speak about "Managing the Frustration of Life Changes." The workshop will help participants address the emotions caused by transitions, such as returning home from deployment, income changes, health issues and retirement.

 

Check out the flyer for more information.

 

More Job Events 

Let the Job Center of Lake County help you find a job in 2013. View the monthly schedule of free events for jobseekers.

 

Upcoming events in your area:

Jan. 16: Veteran Workshop in Waukegan. For info, call 847.543.7481.

Jan. 17: Job Search Strategies, Vernon Area Public Library, Lincolnshire. For info, call 224.543.1485.

Jan. 31: Interviewing, Antioch Public Library. For info, call 847.395.0874.

Feb. 5: Mini-Job Fair, CLC Southlake, Vernon Hills. For info, call 847.543.2059. 

unemploymentEmergency Unemployment Insurance Continues 

The federal Emergency Unemployment Compensation (EUC) insurance program will continue through December 2013 after Congress extended the program as part of the fiscal cliff negotiations. Illinois workers collecting EUC should continue to certify for benefits. Congress did not add new weeks to the federal unemployment insurance program, so those who have exhausted EUC are not eligible for additional benefits.

 

Read the full press release from the Illinois Department of Employment Security.

Stormwater Management Commission Seeking Summer Interns 

Up to 3 Positions Available

The Lake County Stormwater Management Commission is working with a variety of local partners on watershed planning in Lake County. One step in the planning process is to collect and analyze field data that is used to make site-specific recommendations in watershed plans. SMC is seeking up to 3 interns to work in few high priority watersheds this summer. Interns will spend time in the field and office under the guidance of SMC staff. All positions will allow the interns to apply classroom experiences to real world applications by collecting data for later analysis both by the interns and SMC staff. These positions will also expose the interns to many aspects of watershed planning at SMC, a countywide watershed planning and regulatory agency. Representative tasks

 

For more information, view the full notice on the SMC website or email [email protected].

electronicsRecycle Your Old Electronics 

 

If you received a new electronic device this holiday season, think twice before trashing the old one. According to state law, electronic items such as televisions, monitors, computers and printers are no longer allowed in the regular trash. 

 

See a full list of prohibited electronics, as well as a list of Solid Waste Agency of Lake County electronics recycling locations. 

 

You may also consider donating working electronics to a charitable organization, using an at home collection service or recycling them at a retail store.

preparednessAssemble a Lifesaving Winter Driving Preparedness Kit 

 

When traveling in the winter, drivers need to be prepared for almost any contingency. In this video, Bob Grum, the Lake County Health Department's Emergency Response Coordinator, shows motorists how to assemble a winter driving preparedness kit that can prove to be a lifesaver in case of a roadside emergency.

 

Watch now.
healthyJanuary Healthy Lake County 

healthy lake county video Winter weather can mean different things to different people. Some people are inspired to get outside and enjoy winter sports. Others just want to curl up in a comfortable chair with a good book. Whatever your choice, this edition of Healthy Lake County provides tips to help you stay safe and healthy at play or at rest.

 

Watch now.

eventsUpcoming Community Events 

 

Lake Zurich Baseball & Softball Registration

Online registration for the 2013 season is taking place now. To register, visit the Lake Zurich Baseball and Softball Association website. Anyone with questions or unable to register online is asked to attend registration on Jan. 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Ballplayers turning 5 by Aug. 31 and older are eligible to register. Cash and checks will be accepted in person. Credit cards accepted online only. Computers will be available. In order to properly plan for the upcoming season, it is imperative all players register by Jan. 19. Beginning Jan. 20, late registration will be subject to league availability, and late fees will be assessed. For more information, call 847.540.9563.

 

Diabetes Health Screening

Feb. 9, 8 a.m. to noon

Ela Township Community Center

380 Surryse Road, Lake Zurich

The cost is $5, which includes a finger stick blood glucose level (12-hour fast is required) and an A1C Level. Patients have the opportunity to meet one on one with Daniel So, MD, endocrinologist, and Good Shepherd Diabetes Educators. The Diabetes Health Screening is open to all community members. To register, call 1.800.323.8622 and mention class code 3D20, or register online by clicking "I need a class or support group," and entering 3D20 in the keyword box. Offered by Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, in partnership with Ela Township.

 

Business and Community Expo

March 16, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Lake Zurich High School

300 Church Street, Lake Zurich

Meet the businesses and organizations in your neighborhood. Support the businesses and organizations that support the community. Informational, interactive, fun booths will be set up throughout the field house. There will be local entertainment and a chance to win an iPad and other exciting raffles and prizes. Free admission. Refreshments sold at the concession stand. More info.  

As always, I'm looking for ways to improve the content of this newsletter and continue to look to you for suggestions/ideas. Let me know what you'd like covered and I'll do what I can to incorporate it in future issues. Also, if you know of events or news of interest concerning our area, I'd appreciate you letting me know about it so we can share it with our fellow residents.

 

Please forward this e-newsletter to anyone you feel may benefit from its content. By helping me get the word out in this manner, you're also helping me go green! Thank you!

 

Should you need to contact me, my contact information follows: 

 

Home phone: 847.438.2961

Cell phone: 224.805.6027

[email protected]

 

I consider it an honor and privilege to serve you!

 

Please stay safe!

Thanks,

Craig

 

Lake County Board Member & Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner

District 19 Representative

Serving Hawthorn Woods, Kildeer, Lake Zurich, and Long Grove.


District 19 now includes Deer Park and Barrington.