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Gilmer Road and Midlothian Road Public Meeting
The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) is having a public meeting regarding the Gilmer Road and Midlothian Road Intersection Improvements Study through the Village of Hawthorn Woods and unincorporated Lake County. The purpose of the meeting is to present the proposed alternatives and solicit public comment. Maps, exhibits and educational materials will be available for viewing and staff from the LCDOT and project consultants will be available to answer questions.
DATE/TIME: April 17, 5 -7 p.m.
LOCATION: Village of Hawthorn Woods, Community Room
94 Midlothian Road, Hawthorn Woods
The format of the meeting will be an open house. Public comment will be accepted at the meeting, or by mail through May 1. You may also submit comments through the project website www.improvegilmermidlothian.com.
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Other Transportation Updates
Quentin Rd and Old McHenry Rd Resurfacing
This project is an asphalt surface removal and replacement initiative and areas with a 2' asphalt paved shoulder will be widened to provide a bike-friendly 4' asphalt shoulder.
This project began in the fall of 2012 and work is scheduled to begin again in April. When work begins, expect daily lane closures using flaggers and one lane traffic control. Watch for workers and equipment. Estimated completion is July 2013.
More Information.
Quentin Rd, Reconstruction and Widening
The existing Quentin Rd pavement will be removed and rebuilt/widened to provide two lanes in each direction. New traffic signals will be installed at US12 at Long Grove Rd and at White Pine Rd, with additional turn lanes added. Other features of the project include a bikepath, and landscaped medians.
Construction began in late February and should be complete by the end of the year. The same number of lanes as exist now will be available during construction. There may be some days where temporary daytime lane closures may be necessary. US12 traffic is not anticipated to be impacted in a major way, as road construction will only take place on Quentin Rd.
More Information.
Cuba Road to Close for Culvert Installation, Deer Park
The Lake County Division of Transportation, will be closing Cuba Road, west of the E.J.&E. Railroad Tracks, the morning of Monday, April 22 at 7 a.m. and is scheduled to reopen to traffic in the early evening of Wednesday, May 1. The closure is necessary for the removal and installation of the culvert.
The signed detour route for this closure will be Ela Road, to U.S. Route 12, Rand Road, to IL Rte 22, Half Day Road, to IL Rte 59.
Press Release and Detour Map.
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Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption Outreach Sessions
Applications for the 2013 Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption have been mailed, and it requires an annual renewal. To assist with the application, the Chief County Assessment Office and the Lake County Township Assessors Association will hold Senior Freeze outreach sessions in April.
Residents will receive assistance in completing their 2013 Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Applications for taxes payable in 2014; as well as, service taxpayer needs on other homestead exemptions offered. Staff members will be working one on one with residents to complete any necessary exemption forms.
Outreach sessions
Application packet
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Rain Barrel, Compost Bin & Native Plant Sale
DATE - Rain Barrel & Compost Bin Sale: Saturday, May 11 (One Day Only)
Native Plant Sale: May 11 and May 12
TIME - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
LOCATION - Independence Grove, North Bay Pavilion
16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville
Interested in saving on your water bill, growing a healthier, greener and more bountiful garden while you're helping the environment? Using Rain Barrels and practicing Backyard Composting, are all sustainable and environmentally sound practices that will not only be good for your pocketbook, but for your home, community and beyond.
Learn more about the event, and the environmental benefits of these practices. Event co-sponsored by SWALCO, Lake County Stormwater Management Commission and Lake County Forest Preserves.
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Free Workshop for Homeowners Associations (HOA) and Property Owners
For HOAs and property owners responsible maintaining subdivision stormwater management detention ponds, drainage swales, wetlands and natural areas. Topics include typical maintenance activities, budgeting for maintenance, legal responsibilities, and an HOA case study. New this year: Vendor exhibit of companies who design, install, and maintain stormwater management systems.
Wednesday, April 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Vendor exhibit starts at 6 p.m.
Central Permit Facility, 500 W. Winchester Rd, Libertyville
Workshop details
RSVP
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Job Search Tips, Events and Resources
Prepare for Lake County's largest job fair by attending Jobseeker Events in Grayslake on May 8. Key topics will include how to use Linked In and what employers are seeking in candidates. Bring a resume for review.
Monthly Veteran's Workshop, April 24
Goal Setting workshop for military veterans
Meet representatives from Lake County Workforce Development for an interviewing workshop at the ELA Area Public Library, April 19, 12 p.m.
View the monthly schedule of events at the Lake County Job Center. Research career trends, create a resume or cover letter, practice interviewing, and network with other job seekers at our sites throughout the month!
www.lakecountyjobcenter.com/Calendar
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Upcoming Community Events
Youth Arts Alive: Barrington Area Drug Prevention Coalition Event
Youth Arts Alive is this Friday, April 12 at 7 p.m. in the Barrington High School Auditorium. This event highlights the amazing musical and dance talents of the youth in our community and celebrates that one way they have been able to achieve this is by remaining alcohol and drug free!
More Information.
Electronics Collection Events
Village of Long Grove, Archer Municipal Parking Lot
307 Old McHenry Road
Saturday, April 13, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Deer Park Document Shredding & Electronics Collection
click here for flyer
Deer Park Town Center, South Parking Lot - near Pier 1
20530 N. Rand Road
Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
For more information about Electronics Collections, visit SWALCO's website.
Diabetes Screening
Saturday, May 4, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
450 W. Highway 22, Barrington
Cost: $5
Screenings include 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 an Endocrinologist or Diabetes Educators.
To register, call 1.800.3.ADVOCATE(1.800.323.8622) or go to www.advocatehealth.com/gshp.
Class code 3D20
Community Emergency Response Team of South Lake County Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, May 19, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Lake Zurich Fire Station #1, 321 S. Buesching Road
$5 per person, kids 3 and under are free
More Information.
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Forest Preserves News
Lake County Forest Preserve Progress Report 2012
Thanks to your support, we were able to protect some of Lake County's most important natural areas, maintain over 168 miles of trails, present award-winning educational and cultural programs, events and exhibits, and restore many acres of habitat for Lake County's native plants and animals.
View the Progress Report.
April is a busy month at your local Forest Preserve!
Learn more about: Water Connects Lake County, Earth Week April 20-26, Ryerson Woods, Adlai E. Stevenson Home Tours Begin, Spring Burn Season, Lake County Discovery Museum Happenings, 2013 Summer Camp Registration
www.LCFPD.org
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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
ctaylor@lakecountyil.gov
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.
Beginning in 2013, District 19 includes Deer Park and Barrington.
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