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Construction Update
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Quentin Rd. Reconstruction and Widening Project Update Construction will be shifting and work will continue on Quentin Road in Kildeer/Deer Park. This project is 40% complete. IDOT and other local agencies to create dedicated websites for many of these improvement projects. I encourage you to visit these websites for the latest information, including contact information and the current construction schedule. Rollins Road Gateway
Fairfield Road at IL Route 176 IL21/137 Washington Street - Cedar Lake Road to Hainesville Road Wadsworth Road
For more information, please contact LCDOT or IDOT
E-mail Lake County Department of Transportation at dot@lakecountyil.gov
Submit Feedback to Illinois Division of Transportation
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Lake County Files Lawsuit to Protect Voters' Right to Choose Who Administers Elections
Lawsuit Challenges Unconstitutionality of New Law and Seeks Injunction to Stop Creation of Elections Commission 
Recently, Lake County State's Attorney Mike Nerheim filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the provision in House Bill 2418, now Public Act 98-0115, that removes the authority of the county clerk to administer elections and establishes an elections commission without a voter referendum - in Lake County only. Read the press release and watch a video of the press conference to learn more.
The new law requires the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court to appoint the election commissioners within 30 days. The application deadline to apply is noon on Friday, Aug. 16. Application Information Here
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Check out the 2013 Summer Newsletter: Lake County Connection
In this County Connection, find out about: key transportation projects underway, budget snapshot, strategic plan update, and how to connect with Lake County! Read now. |
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Transportation News
LCDOT Celebrates 100 Years
Recently, the LCDOT held a celebration to honor 100 years of transportation progress. Those in attendance had the opportunity to view antique equipment and see how transportation has changed inLake County over the past 100 years. Click here to watch highlights
Help keep county roadways litter-free with 'Adopt-A-Highway'
 Open enrollment for the Lake County Division of Transportation's Adopt-a-Highway program will take place August 1 through August 31. Since 1993, the program has grown to 232 groups removing litter from both sides of their adopted county highway. In addition to boosting teamwork, this program helps the environment, provides a valuable public service and promotes civic responsibility. Adopt-a-Highway volunteers saved taxpayers $305,000 last year in labor costs by picking up glass bottles, aluminum cans, plastic bags and other debris from the roadway. To learn more, visit their website or call 847.377.7400. Fill out an application online and send to adoptahwy@lakecountyil.gov
In April, Adopt-A-Highway celebrated its 20th anniversary. To learn more about this milestone, and the groups that were recognized for their 20-years of service, watch this video.
 IDOT Unveils Ride Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign
IDOT statistics show 15 percent of drunk driving fatalities involve drunk motorcycle riders, but only three percent of registered vehicles in Illinois are motorcycles. Officials ask riders to wear safety gear--especially a helmet. Law enforcement agencies plan to be out in full force to crack down on impaired drivers. Statistics and Information here |
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Electronic Collections Events Around Lake County
The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) is holding collection  events for electronic waste (e-waste) around Lake County. Proper disposal of items such as computer equipment, digital equipment, microwave ovens, and batteries is important because of potential hazardous waste within them. Protect your community by bringing your unwanted electronic items to these collection events.
Cuba Township (Road District Facility)
28070 W. Cuba Road, Barrington
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (excluding holidays)
Lake Barrington (Prairieland Disposal & Recycling Services)
27W966 Commercial Avenue
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (excluding holidays)
Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
(cardboard, mixed paper and household containers are also accepted at the Prairieland Disposal & Recycling Services collection site)
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LCDOT is collecting stories and pictures for BIKE LAKE COUNTY
The Lake County Division of Transportation is developing a "Bikes and Trails" website and we'd like to see your biking photos and hear from bicyclists in Lake County on any or all of the following:
* What is your favorite Lake County bike path? Why?
* Do you commute to work or train station by bike?
* Does your family have a favorite weekend ride?
* What is your biggest frustration when riding your bike?
Share your stories, photos and comments by emailing us at bike@lakecountyil.gov |
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Community Events
Thursday, August 8, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
At the intersection of Cook and Station Streets in downtown Barrington.
Barrington's 2013 National Night Out will be held in conjunction with the "Public Safety Cruise Night" car show. This free event is focused on making families safe and preventing crime. Activities and entertainment include:
* Digital fingerprinting provided by Klasskids Foundation
* Bike helmet-fitting by nurses from Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
* Bike safety checks by Village CycleSport
* Performance by Wauconda Police K-9 Unit
* Trackless train rides
* Bob the DJ spinning great music
* Games and prize drawings
* Face painting & balloon animals
* Food, ice cream and beverages
All that Jazz! Join us on Saturday, August 10 from 12 - 5 p.m. for Jazz Patio, a one-day jazz event. Face painting and balloon art for kids too! 12-12:30 PM The Dan Ferris Group
12:45-1:45 PM The John Moulder Quartet
2:10-3:10 PM Dee Alexander with the Eric Schneider Quartet 3:40-5:00 PM The Chicago Jazz Orchestra
Sunday, August 25, 2013
3 - 7 p.m
Taste of the Towns features local restaurants, wineries, and breweries who will be serving samples of their menus. There will be picnic and pavilion seating available. This is your chance to try local restaurants! To purchase tickets online for discounted price e-mail the chamber here.
Kildeer Residents Day
Monday, September 16
Kemper Lakes invites Kildeer residents and their guests to join you for a fun day of golf on this premiere private course. The golf package for each golfer includes the driving range, lunch, 18 holes with cart, buffet dinner and prizes! Don't miss out on this once a year opportunity. Registration and payment is due by September 12th. Click here for the 2013 Kildeer Golf Outing Flyer.
Glow-Ball Golf Outing
Traditional Golf Not Your Style? The Lake Zurich Rotary Club is sponsoring a Glow-Ball Golf Outing at the beautiful Kemper Lakes Golf Course on Friday, August 30th. Ticket price includes dinner, 3 holes of golf, golf cart and cocktails. Click here for more information
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Forest Preserves Events and News
Experience! Afrofest and Jamaicafest at Greenbelt Cultural Center's Annual Concert Series
Saturday, August 17, 2-7 p.m.
Greenbelt Cultural Center
1215 Green Bay Road in North Chicago
 This free event offers dance, food, music and a cultural marketplace that will feature clothing, jewelry and other imports. Live music includes gospel, reggae, hip-hop and more! Enjoy jerk chicken and ribs for purchase. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and don't miss the limbo contests!
Independence Grove Dog Exercise Area Closed through November for Improvements
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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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