October 30, 2013

In This Issue
Local Construction
Young Professionals and Lake County
Courthouse Expansion Project
Trick-Or-Treating Hours
Water Meter Replacement
Mortgage Resource Fair
Veterans History Project
Community Events
Forest Preserves News and Events

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Events and Happenings in Lake County
Local Construction Project Updates

Miller Road Now Open to Traffic
Miller Rd. was recently reopened to traffic and the detour route was taken down. Continued construction work will require one lane traffic control and flaggers as necessary during day time hours. The projected completion date is Nov. 30.

Ela Rd. to Close for Construction
The Village of Lake Zurich will close Ela Rd., from IL Rt.12 to IL Rt. 22 to thru traffic on Monday, Nov.4, at 6 A.M. It is scheduled to reopen on Nov. 18.

The closure is necessary as part of a water main replacement project. The signed detour route for this closure will be US Route 12 to
IL Route 22. More

For up to the minute traffic information, and to sign up for customized e-mail traffic alerts, visit www.lakecountyPASSAGE.com
Leadership Lake County Initiative Targets Young Professionals
Lake County wants to know what it can do to attract young people to live and work here. Leadership Lake County--a brand new young professional initiative spearheaded by Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor and Lake County Board Member Nick Sauer--aims to retain and attract young professionals. The goal is to develop sophisticated leaders with a 21st vision that will serve and grow the Lake County community. Businesses and young professionals can learn more about the program on the Leadership Lake County Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/LeadershipLC) and can follow on Twitter @LeadLakeCounty
County Update: Lake County Courthouse Expansion Project
In this episode of County Update, learn about the new Lake County Courthouse Expansion Project which will enhance efficiency in the justice system, address a shortage of courtrooms, and provide "the s ame or better justice sooner." Work on the first phase of the project-a tunnel that will connect the existing courthouse and the new nine story courthouse tower-is scheduled to begin soon. Construction on the new courthouse will begin next year. Watch video to learn more. You can also visit www.lakecountycourthouseexpansion.com for more information. 
Trick-Or-Treating Hours for Thursday, Oct 31
Lake Zurich: 4-8 p.m.   
Barrington: 3-7 p.m.
Deer Park: 4-7 p.m.
Kildeer: 4-8 p.m.

Be sure to double check the trick-or-treating hours for Halloween this year! Check with your local village hall to confirm hours and see
a list of trick-or-treating hours for Lake County here.
New Water Meters For Lake County Residents
Lake County is replacing 20,600 water meters with new automated meters, which provide for accurate, timely, and reliable reading without having to gain access to customers' properties. The new meters -which will be replaced at no cost to customers-will be able to identify high water usage and potential leaks, and customers will be able to access their water usage and account information conveniently on-line. Watch to learn how this process works.
Help for Homeowners at the Mortgage Resource Fair
Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Lake County High School's Technology Campus
19525 West Washington Street, Grayslake
At risk of foreclosure? Meet with housing counselors from the Illinois Attorney General's Office for information about avoiding foreclosure, and mortgage lenders to learn about loan modifications. See flyer for list of items to bring.
English Flyer
Spanish Flyer 
Lake County Veterans to Participate in History Project for Library of Congress
On Veterans Day, war veterans will have their oral histories recorded at the Lake County courthouse in Waukegan. These histories will be turned into typed transcripts and archived at the Library of Congress. Lake County's first participation in this program in Oct. of 2012 was a moving and inspirational experience for all who attended. Click here to search online interviews from Lake County Veterans. Watch Video from last year's Veterans History Project. 
Community Events
1st Annual ChristKindlFest Gingerbread House Competition
Deadline to register is Nov. 1
All Barrington area merchants are invited to participate in the Gingerbread House Competition Dec. 6-8 in the Harris Bank Parking Lot.  Display the Gingerbread houses in your store windows. Register here.   More information about Barrington's new ChristKindlFest.

Santa's Arrival & Fireworks Extravaganza  
Friday, Nov. 8, 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Deer Park Town Center
Stevenson High School's marching band leads Santa and a firetruck out to the crowd. Countdown with Santa as he turns on the Holiday lights & enjoy a fireworks extravaganza with a finale honoring veterans! Details

Foglia YMCA Stronger Together Celebration

Saturday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m.
1025 Old McHenry Rd., Lake Zurich
Enjoy food, drinks and live music by Heartache Tonight (a tribute to the Eagles). This fun and casual party is for adults 21 and older. All proceeds will benefit the Stronger Together Campaign. Buy tickets online or stop by or call the front desk 847.438.5300. More

Barrington Bliss Holiday Luncheon & EXPO at the Onion Pub & Brewery
Thursday, Nov. 14, 11a.m. - 2 p.m.
Onion Pub & Brewery, 22221 N. Pepper Rd., Lake Barrington  
Enjoy decorating tips, special holiday recipes, networking and fun at this always popular celebration. Chamber Members: $30 or table of 8 for $200 / Non-members: $40. More
Forest Preserves
2014 Picnic Shelter Reservations Now Open
Plan next year's family reunion, company picnic or other group gathe ring early to help ensure your first choice of shelter or date. To register and for more information visit their website 
or call 847.367.6640
Upcoming Events
Chili Scramble Golf Event
Saturday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m.
Countryside Golf Club, Mundelein
Two-person teams play "scramble format" in a contest for prizes and fun. All ages and all levels of play are welcome. $40 per person or $80 per team buys 18 holes of golf with a cart, prizes, post-round beer or soft drink, and chili. Register Online or call 847.968.3321

Chocolate, Champagne and Shopping Fundraiser
Friday, Nov. 15, 4:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Lake County Forest Preserve General Offices
Sip champagne and enjoy delicious chocolates while shopping for gourmet kitchen tools, fair trade gifts, candles, jewelry, confections, tableware and other unique gift and specialty items at this fundraising event to benefit the Lake County Discovery Museum. Food will be available for purchase from Lauretta's Italian Bake Shop & Caf�. Buy discounted tickets in advance here.  
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.

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

Home phone: 847-438-2961
Cell phone: 224-805-6027

I consider it an honor and privilege to serve you!

Please stay safe!
Thanks,
Craig

Lake County Board Memember & Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner
District 19 Representative
Serving
Barrington, Deer Park, Hawthorn Woods, Kildeer, Lake Zurich, and Long Grove