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Your source for local government information, updates & events.
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Roadwork Info
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Route 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council
Fairfield Road & Route 176 Updates
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Additional County Resources
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Spring is Blooming in Lake County
 See what's going on in our communities this weekend with Visit Lake County's new spring page, and their calendar of events.
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Spring in Our Forest Preserves
Forest Fitness
Enjoy the outdoors during a fast-paced adult group fitness hike and experience one hour of heart-pumping exercise in a friendly group atmosphere at a different preserve every week. Forest Fitness Hikes
 Forest Preserves' Magazine "Horizons" Available Online
This spring, there are plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the local wildlife of the area. Have you ever gone birding before? In the spring issue of Horizons, learn about bird watching in Lake County, other local wildlife, upcoming events, programs and more. Horizons Online is a wonderful resource.
Volunteers Help Local Preserves
Watch a video about how local Forest Preserve employees and volunteers help the environment by harvesting seeds of local plants and trees.
Full Calendar of April Events |
Warmer Weather May Level Miller Road Bumps
As many commuters and residents are aware, the cold temperatures have reeked havoc on area roads and especially our newest County project, the land bridge along Miller Road (North Barrington).
Lake County's Division of Transportation engineers and I believe that with the warmer temperatures - hopefully on the way! - the ripples in the pavement, due to the frozen ground protruding upward, will level out and the road will settle. If not, we will have the contractors come back out and address the pavement. Thank you for your patient this winter. It has been awful on our roads! |
Roberts & River Roads Intersection Improvement
Speaking of road improvements, our district will soon undergo a major intersection revamp at Roberts and River Roads in Lake Barrington.
This Spring, Lake County, in conjunction with the State of Illinois, will redevelop the intersection into a modern roundabout. This new rotary will improve traffic flow and reduce the possibility of t-intersection accidents.
If you have questions or would like to learn more about the project, please attend the Lake County Division of Transportation's (LCDOT) Construction Public Information Meeting being held to present the construction schedule and detour plan. The meeting will be conducted on an informal, open-house basis. Exhibits will be on display and LCDOT representatives and construction consultants will be present to provide information and answer questions.
This special pre-construction meeting is scheduled for:
Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Lake Barrington Village Hall
23860 Old Barrington Road, Lake Barrington
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Washington Street Closed for Four Months
The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) recently closed Washington Street to through traffic from Cedar Lake Rd., to Hainesville Rd., for a four month project. The closure is necessary as part of the Washington St. reconstruction and widening project. In the fall of 2013, Washington St. was reconstructed from Cedar Lake Rd. to Linden Drive. The upcoming closure is to complete the reconstruction from Linden Drive to west of Hainesville Rd.
Detour Route: Cedar Lake Rd., to IL Route 134 to IL Route 120 to Hainesville Rd. For additional information regarding this project please visit washingtonstreetinfo.com.
Fairfield & Rt. 176 (Wauconda)
This major area intersection will continue to be worked on throughout 2014. For detailed information, construction and traffic updates visit www.fairfield176.com.
Route 53 & Route 120 Expansion
Serious progress continues to be made on the BUILD 53 front. The Blue Ribbon Commission, assembled two years ago, along with the group's Finance Committee continues their work with the Illinois Tollway Authority to study funding alternatives and feasibility. For more information click here.
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 IDOT - State Road Construction Info
In addition to this being a busy construction season for the Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT), the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will also be out conducting road improvements. I do not have control or a say in State roadwork or planning, but I do want to inform you of State road improvements that may impact your commute this spring.
Here are a few State projects I am aware of:
IL Route 22 - East of IL Route 59
Last fall, LCDOT, IDOT and I worked out a deal to delay a portion of IDOT's repaving of Route 22 during the county's Miller Road bridge work. IDOT has indicated that they will be back out some time this spring to complete the repaving of Route 22, East of Route 59. They completed repayment of Route 22 from Route 14 to Route 59 in the fall.
IL Route 12 at Old McHenry Road
IDOT road workers will return again this spring to conclude their intersection improvement work. I believe they're time frame to complete the leftover work is just 45 days.
IL Route 176 between Wauconda & Island Lake
This State road project will continue throughout the coming months as IDOT tries to wrap up work ASAP. |
Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption Outreach Sessions
The Chief County Assessment Office and the Lake County Township Assessors Association will hold several public outreach sessions to assist residents in completing the 2014 Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Application for taxes payable in 2015; as well as service taxpayer needs on other homestead exemptions available. Residents will work one on one with a staff member to complete the necessary forms. The Senior Freeze Application is due by July 1, 2014. Outreach Session Dates and Times
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Job Center News
5 Steps to Your Next Job!
Learn the 5 most important steps to take when looking for a new job in this exciting new workshop series. Attend all 5 workshops to learn how to research, prepare, document, find and land your next job. See website and call 847.377.3439 to reserve a seat.
April 21 - 25, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Job Center of Lake County
1 N. Genesee St., Waukegan
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Events & News from the State's Attorney Office
Blue Kids Project Observes Child Abuse Prevention Month
The Blue Kids Project of Lake County is providing 3-foot tall blue figures that are meant to serve as a source of conversation about child abuse prevention. Visit Blue Kids' Website for info building strong families, preventing child abuse, and addressing various problems.
Lake County State's Attorney's Office Hosts Victims' Rights Week Event
In honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week (April 6-12) the Lake County State's Attorney's Office is hosting a Victims' Rights event on April 10. This event will take place at the College of Lake County, Grayslake Campus, Building C, auditorium from 1 - 3:30 p.m. Read News Release
Reminder: Concealed Carry Informational Session
The Lake County Sheriff's Office in partnership with the Lake County State's Attorney's Office is hosting a Concealed Carry Law informational session. Visit their Facebook page for more info.
Monday, April 7, 7 - 9 p.m.
Warren Township Center, 17801 W. Washington Street, Gurnee |
Upcoming Community Events
Township Annual Town Meetings & Recycling
Cuba Township Annual Town Meeting
April 8, 2014 at 7:00 PM
28000 W. Cuba Road, Barrington 60010
Ela Township Annual Town Meeting
April 8, 2014 at 7:30 PM
1155 East Route 22, Lake Zurich 60047
Wauconda Township Annual Town Meeting
April 8, 2014 at 6:30 PM
505 W. Bonner Road, Wauconda 60084
Cuba Township Electronics Recycling & Paper Shredding Day
April 19, 2014 from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cuba Township Garage - 28000 W. Cuba Road, Barrington 60010
Ela Township Electronics Recycling Day
April 26, 2014 from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Knox Park, 1155 E. Route 22, Lake Zurich 60047
Wauconda Bunny Hop
4 Mile Run & 2 Mile Fun Run to benefit the Wauconda Public Library
9:00 AM - Saturday April 19, 2014 - Wauconda Library Start
For more info & to register click here.
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Dear Neighbor,
Thank you for taking the time to read this edition of my Lake County News. I hope you find this information helpful. Please continue to ask questions and suggest topics for my e-newsletter.
With so much going on at all levels of government, please do not hesitate to contact me with your questions and concerns regarding issues. I can be reached by cell phone at 224.634.6717, in the office at 224.655.2287, or via email at nsauer@lakecountyil.gov.
It's an honor and a privilege serving you on the County and Forest Preserve boards.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Nick Sauer
Lake County Board Member, District 17
P.S. If this email was forwarded to you, please click here in order to join my email distribution list. I would like to send you this important information directly - especially in the case of a road closure, weather emergency or other regional matter.
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