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Department Spotlight:
County Recorder's Office
Click here to learn more about the McHenry County Recorder's Office. |
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211 - Health and Human Services Assistance
Are you a McHenry County resident and in need of health and human services assistance? Dial 211 or visit the website. |
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MCDH Update
Reduced Fee Water Testing in August
In honor of Safe Drinking Water Month (August), McHenry County Department of Health will offer reduced fee water testing for individual well water users for the entire month of August. Residents can have their well water sampled for coliform bacteria and nitrate for $18. Testing your well regularly is the only way to determine whether well water is safe to drink as many contaminants are colorless and odorless. Water from a public or municipal water system is regularly tested for contaminants regulated by Federal and state standards...Read More.
Bird Tests Positive for West Nile Virus
McHenry County Department of Health reports a robin found in Crystal Lake has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). As of July 16, there have been five positive mosquito batches reported in McHenry County but no human cases for WNV. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, 17 other counties have reported positive bird and mosquito batches; no human cases so far this year...Read More. |
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Road Construction Update
Charles J. Miller Road
The project has been split into two phases. Phase 1 is from roughly a ¼ mile east of Green Street to River Road. Over this winter the new bridge that will carry the new westbound lanes will be built. The existing bridge will be used for the eastbound lanes.
The project is 70% complete. Traffic has been switched to the newly constructed lanes on both Charles Miller Road and River Road. The new bridge work continues and is nearing completion.
For photos, project details and to sign up for email updates on Facebook and Twitter, visit the project website at: www.charlesmillerroad.com.
Walkup Road
The project is 99% complete with the final work in full swing. For photos, project details and to sign up for email updates, Facebook and Twitter, visit the Walkup Road project website at: www.walkuproad.com.
Johnsburg Road
The project consist of widening for a continuous left turn lane from Illinois Route 31 to east of Spring Grove Road, new traffic signals at Riverside Drive and Spring Grove Road, and new sidewalks from Spring Grove Road east to Chapel Hill Road. Stage one earthwork and storm sewer installation are nearing completion. Concrete retaining walls near Spring Grove Road and Riverside Drive have been completed. Sign up for email alerts, Facebook and/or Twitter at: www.johnsburgroad.com.
Fleming Road
The rehabilitation of Fleming Road started June 3. Final surface paving was completed in mid July. All work is planned to be completed by the end of July. Sign up for email alerts at: www.flemingroad.info.
Western Algonquin Bypass
Work continues on the Western Algonquin Bypass project with an estimated completion date of summer 2014. Please visit www.dot.il.gov/il31alg/index.html for more information.
MCDOT is on Facebook
In addition to project related Facebook pages, the MCDOT now has a Facebook page. Click here to "Like" the MCDOT to keep up to date on:
- Current projects during construction
- Upcoming public meetings for projects
- Other functions of the MCDOT |
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MCSO Update
Citizen Police Academy Applications
The McHenry County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for its 11 week Citizens' Police Academy (CPA). The class will run every Wednesday starting September 11, 2013 with class graduation on Wednesday, November 20, 2013. The CPA consists of a series of classes, discussions, and demonstrations of the various operations and bureaus of the Sheriff's Office...Read More.
Be Watchful of Email Scams
The McHenry County Sheriff's Office encourages residents to be watchful of scams that come through their email accounts to help prevent becoming a victim of identity theft. Many of these email scams create fake identities, steal intellectual property, and compromise financial credentials to steal money from victims' accounts. Often information is accurate about a victim and was obtained via a previous intrusion or from data posted on social networking sites, blogs, or other websites. Emails appear legitimate, increasing the chances to be opened and receive a response...Read More. |
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National Night Out
The McHenry County Sheriff's Office, the McHenry County Conservation District, and the Wonder Lake Fire Department are teaming up to present National Night Out Against Crime to promote crime prevention and safety programs, while strengthening police-community partnerships and encouraging neighborhood camaraderie. The evening is action packed with food and fun for the entire family.
Stop by for complimentary food and beverages and enjoy the ongoing activities. Information booths include: Child Passenger Safety Information and Project S.W.E.E.P., as well as various police and fire equipment that will be on display. Check www.mccdistrict.org for event updates.
When: Tuesday, August 6 - 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Harrison Benwell Conservation Area
7055 McCullom Lake Road
Wonder Lake, IL
Click here for the event flyer. |
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IL47 & I-90 Interchange
Tollway Interchange Opening Soon on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (I-90)
After just one year, the Illinois Tollway is finalizing construction of the new, all-electronic interchange at I-90 and Illinois Route 47 in Huntley.
Working in partnership with the village of Huntley, Kane and McHenry counties and the Illinois Department of Transportation, the $61 million project will feature six new ramps with all-electronic toll collection to provide full access to I-90 and Illinois Route 47 in all directions.
The Illinois Route 47 Interchange Project is part of the Tollway's 15-year, $12 billion capital program, Move Illinois: The Illinois Tollway Driving the Future and will be the first "green" interchange on the Tollway system, featuring environmentally-friendly construction initiatives. The new interchange will also create opportunity for economic development along Illinois Route 47 and improve access between the Tollway and a regional north-south transportation route.
Get I-PASS and Get Going
The Illinois Tollway operates the nation's largest electronic tolling system, with more than 86 percent of all toll transactions paid electronically through I-PASS or E-ZPass. I-PASS customers experience faster, safer and more convenient commutes.
Toll rates at the Illinois Route 47 Interchange will be 30 cents to and from the east and 45 cents to and from the west. Truck rates will range from 60 cents to $1.50 to and from the east and 95 cents to $2.50 to and from the west during daytime hours, with overnight discounts offered.
Unpaid Toll? 7 Days to Pay
Customers driving through an all-electronic interchange without I-PASS or E-ZPass have a seven-day grace period to pay the toll online or by mail.
For more information, visit www.illinoistollway.com. |
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Board and Commission Appointments
The McHenry County Board is currently accepting applications for appointment to the following boards and commissions:
- McHenry County Board of Health
- McHenry County Mental Health Board
- McHenry County Zoning Board of Appeals
- McHenry County Historic Preservation Commission
- McHenry County Housing Authority Board
- McHenry County Valley Hi Nursing Home Operating
Board
Click here to view board and commission descriptions and to obtain an application.
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