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New Illinois Laws in 2014
 More than 200 new laws went into effect in Illinois on Jan. 1, including the ban of handheld cell phone use for all drivers.
Additional changes include everything from an increase in the speed limit on tollways and interstate highways --up from 65 mph to 70 mph--to an increase in the fine for being a litter bug. Check out more on new laws. |
County Board Discusses Rules Related to Medical Cannabis Zoning
This week, a Lake County board committee recommended scheduling a public hearing to get input into rules for the siting and operation of medical cannabis cultivation centers and dispensaries, which are now allowed under Illinois law as of Jan. 1. The full county board is expected to support moving forward with the public hearing, and we will provide information in this newsletter about the meeting once it is scheduled. Whereas the state law allows 60 dispensaries statewide, a number of which could be located in the Lake County area, the state law limits one cultivation center per multi-county state police district, which means Lake County would only be eligible for one at most. Lake County and over three dozen municipalities worked together to develop model zoning regulations that focus on location, operation, parking, marijuana-related signage, and security. |
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Questions about How to Enroll in Healthcare Coverage? Ask a Navigator!
Monday, Jan. 20, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Advocate Condell Immediate Care Center
2 E. Rollins Road in Round Lake Beach
Trained and licensed navigators are helping Lake County residents enroll for Medicaid, as well as Marketplace health insurance under the new healthcare law as part of the Enroll Lake County! initiative. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 20, navigators will be on hand to assist individuals with health insurance applications for 12 hours in Round Lake Beach. Call 847.377.4999
Navigators are also available by appointment at 30 other locations. Check out the interactive map to find a location near you. Residents have until March 31, 2014 to enroll. |
Early Voters in Cuba Township and Wauconda to be Served at Lake Barrington Village Hall
Beginning with the March 2014 primary, early voters in Cuba and Wauconda Townships will be served at the Lake Barrington Village Hall, 23860 N. Old Barrington Road, Lake Barrington. Early voting sites are open Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. starting Monday, March 3 until Saturday, March 15.
Early voting is available to all registered voters. State law requires early voters to present a current, government-issued photo ID before receiving a ballot.
Any voter can request a ballot by mail online without signing a separate paper ballot request at www.LakeVoterPower.info or may complete a printable form online to sign and mail to Lake County Clerk, 18 North County St., Rm. 101, Waukegan. For more information, call 847.377.2406. |
Foreclosure Prevention Services for Lake County Residents
Homeowners facing foreclosure may be able to save their homes through informative how-to classes, personalized counseling, and mediation services. These free services are offered by the Lake County Courts in conjunction with the Affordable Housing Corporation of Lake County, a nonprofit HUD-certified agency. For more information, please contact AHC at 847.263.7478 or www.ahclc.org. |
 Winter Safety Tips for your Pet and Home
Pet Safety
Did you know that salt can irritate your pet's paws? Help keep your pets safe this winter with these tips.
Radon Testing
January is a good time to check the radon levels in your homes. Radon can increase your risk of lung cancer and can seep into homes from soil through cracks in basement floors and foundations. For additional information and radon test kits, contact the Health Department's Environment Health Services at 847.377.8030. More |
Ceremony for Lake County Veterans at Lake Zurich American Legion Post
Sunday, Jan. 12, 5 p.m.
American Legion Post 964, 51 Lions Drive, Lake Zurich
National Vice Cmdr. Robert E. Newman will present the Department of Defense Patriot Award to three employers (AT&T, Best Buy and Northwestern Grayslake Emergency Center of Grayslake) for their support of employees serving in the Guard and Reserve Forces. Ask VA related questions about claims and benefits. More information call 847.377.3344.
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Navy League of the United States Annual Gala and Award Dinner
 Saturday, Jan. 25, 6 p.m.
Port O'Call Banquet and Conference Center
2601 A Paul Jones Street, Building 140, Great Lakes
Celebrate service to our country by honoring the Sailor of the Year Award Recipients of the Naval Commands. Various sponsor levels are available. For more information call 847.949.2553 or e-mail cpeart@mundelein.org Reservations must be received by Jan. 18, 2014. Purchase Tickets Here |
 Lake County Forest Preserves 
Wildlife Tracking for Families
Become a nature detective to search for clues about what wildlife has been around and make your own animal track cast. Register.
Find more information on programs and more news in the Lake County Forest Preserves Magazine. Horizon's Winter Issue Available Online Here
 Christmas Tree Recycling
Donate this year's Christmas tree, and help support the maintenance of trails and preserve locations with recycled mulch. Designated drop-off areas will be available until Feb. 1, throughout Lake County Forest Preserves. For an opportunity near you, check this list of tree recycling locations.
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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
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 |
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