|
|
|
Peterson Road to Close at CN Crossing July 10-17
| |
The Canadian National Railroad has informed the Lake County Division of Transportation of its intention to close the railroad crossing on Peterson Road, Lake County Route A-33, for scheduled repairs.
The closure of the crossing will begin at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, July 10. Peterson Road should reopen to thru traffic on the morning of Tuesday, July 17.
The signed detour route for this closure will be Midlothian Road, Lake County Route V-73, to Winchester Road, Lake County Route A-34 to U.S Route 45. Local traffic will be allowed from Midlothian Road, Lake County Route V-73, to Franklin Boulevard and from U.S. Route 45 to Industrial Drive. View detour and press release here.
|
|
|
|
|
ComEd Making Upgrades in the Vernon Hills Area
| |
ComEd is making infrastructure improvements in the Vernon Hills area - part of its ongoing investment in the electric system and a result of the recently-enacted Energy
Infrastructure Modernization Act.
ComEd recently replaced or refurbished approximately 9,900 feet of underground residential distribution (URD) cable in Vernon Hills. This includes 4,500 feet of cable near US Route 45 and Evergreen Dr. This cable was either refurbished or replaced where necessary to reduce the number of customer service interruptions due to cable failures.
|
|
Route 53 Proposal Advances to the Tollway Board
| |
 Lake County Board Chairman David Stolman and George Ranney, President and CEO of Metropolis Strategies, who served as the co-chairs of the 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council, presented the IL 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council's report to the Tollway Board on June 28.
The plan recommends the Tollway Board move forward with the 53/120 Corridor project in Lake County. It calls for a four-lane, limited access, tolled parkway with a 45 mph maximum operating speed that protects environmental concerns while creating a modern parkway. Several individuals, including elected officials, transportation and environmental representatives, as well as labor representatives spoke in support of the plan at the Tollway Board meeting.
The Tollway Board will take the report under consideration, and discuss it at a later date. Learn more about the 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council.
Click here for the June 2012 Final Council Resolution and Summary Report.
|
|
Vernon Area Library: Fine-Free Returns at Long Grove Remote Drop Box
| |
Patrons of the Vernon Area Public Library can return late materials without fines, no matter how overdue, to the remote book drop box in Long Grove from now through June 30.
|
|
Local Independence Day Celebrations
|
Vernon Hills
The celebration starts at 8 a.m. on July 4 at the corner of Deerpath and Atrium Blvd, when youngsters ages 4-12 adorn their bikes, scooters and wagons with banners, flags and other creative ideas for the Bike Decorating Contest. The parade steps off at 9 a.m. The parade route goes south to Sullivan Drive and then west to Aspen. Then, join us at Century Park from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for live entertainment sponsored by the Vernon Hills Park District. Fireworks show begins at approximately 9:30. More info
Buffalo Grove
 At 7 p.m. at the Rotary Village Green, come hear the Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band play American, patriotic, traditional and Broadway selections in a good old-fashioned summer concert in the park leading up to the fireworks display at 9:15. Bring a picnic basket, cooler, and lawn chairs as we celebrate America's Birthday. For more information visit the Buffalo Grove village website.
 Hawthorn Woods
The fireworks display is on Tuesday, July 3, at 6 p.m. at Community Park. On July 4, the parade begins at 10 a.m. at Falkirk Rd. and Lagoon Dr. Visit the village website for more info. Hawthorn Woods Police Chief Jennifer Paulus is reminding residents that the Police Department has a zero-tolerance policy for fireworks violations. Violators shall be cited and fined up to $750.
Naval Station Great Lakes
 Naval Station Great Lakes will be hosting its annual free Independence Day Celebration on July 3 and 4. There will be plenty to see: live music, food, carnival, bingo, family entertainment, and a fireworks show both nights. For more information, visit http://www.mwrgl.com/4th/4thofJuly2012.html.
July 3, 3 - 11:30 p.m.
July 4, noon - 10 p.m.
|
|
A Message from the Countryside Fire Department
| |
Countryside Fire District Cautions Residents to CELEBRATE SAFELY through the upcoming Independence Day holiday.
Unusually dry weather across northeastern Illinois this spring has led to increased risk for fires, and several significant brush and structure fires have occurred in our area over the past week.
Many people enjoy celebrating Independence Day by observing fireworks displays, but fireworks also produce sparks that can start fires. Professional fireworks displays are closely monitored for safety, but the illegal personal use of fireworks could easily trigger a hazardous brush or building fire and cause devastating injuries.
When conditions are very dry, outdoor sparks or fires of any kind are dangerous, including campfires, bonfires, and even cooking grills when not used safely. Any fire that starts is likely to grow and spread quickly.
Agencies across the area will be enforcing Illinois laws regarding fireworks, open burning, and hazardous conditions. Because of the dry conditions and the risk of rapid fire growth please "Celebrate SAFELY" this week by refraining from the use of sparklers or illegal personal fireworks.
|
|
SWALCO Household Chemical Waste Drop-Off in Deerfield on July 7th
| |
SWALCO will hold a Mobile Household Chemical Waste (HCW) Event on July 7 at Deerfield High School, 1959 North Waukegan Road, in Deerfield, IL.
Residents from around the county may simply come to the mobile location between 8 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to drive through and drop off their HCW materials. Please visit the SWALCO website for a general list of items that are and are not accepted.
|
|
Civil War Days at Lakewood Forest Preserve on July 8 & 9
| |
 Hear the crack of gunfire and the boom of cannons at the Lake County Forest Preserves' 21st annual Civil War Days at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda, Saturday, July 7 from 10 am to 5 pm, and Sunday, July 8 from 9 am to 3 pm.
The battle starts at 3 on Saturday and 1:30 on Sunday. Please note, only service dogs allowed at this event. You can get a discount ticket or Read more.
|
|
Voter Power: Print Your Certificate of Registration
| |
 All registered Lake County voters can now print their Voter's Certificate of Registration card by visiting the County Clerk's web site. In November 2011, every Lake County registered voter received a new Voter's Certificate of Registration. If your card has been misplaced, print your replacement card by visiting LakeVoterPower.info and entering information to confirm voter registration status. Follow the link for "Certificate of Registration" to produce the new card.
|
Aaron Lawlor - Representing District 18
| |
Dear Neighbor,
I hope you find this information helpful. Please continue to ask questions and suggest topics for the e-newsletter.
With so much going on at all levels of government, don't hesitate to contact me with your questions and concerns regarding this or other issues. You can reach me via email or on my cell at (847) 971-0454.
It is an honor to serve YOU on the County Board and Forest Preserve Board.
Sincerely,
Aaron Lawlor
P.S. If this email was forwarded to you, please click here to sign up so I can get you information directly - especially in the case of a road closure, weather emergency or other issue.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
