September 20, 2013

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Lake County Board Approves Plan Establishing Standards of Conduct for Commission and Board Appointees

The county board recently approved a Standards of Conduct Plan that I had spearheaded, that requires 300 appointees-that serve on everything from drainage and fire districts, to the transportation service boards, affordable housing commission, and board of review-to adhere to conduct standards. More 

 

County Update: Enhancing Economic Opportunities

There is a lot going on behind the scenes to improve our local economy, including efforts to attract, retain and expand business and jobs. Lake County Partners is the "go-to" organization for economic development in Lake County. Learn more in this edition of County Update. Watch now.  

Lake County Achieves Highest Principles of Governmental Budgeting

For the sixth consecutive year, Lake County has received a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). This means that Lake County's budget meets nationally recognized guidelines for effective budgeting. It serves as a financial plan, influences policy, guides operations, and is a communications tool for taxpayers. More.

 

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In This Issue:
Standards of Conduct
Enhancing Economic Opportunities
Lake County Budget Awarded
Recycle O Rama
Beekeeping and Hens in Lake County
Job Center News
Oral History Project Needs Veterans
Bike Lake County
Forest Preserves Update
Recycle O Rama

Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Lake County Division of Transportation
600 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville

 

* Keep items out of our Landfills
* Find homes for those hard-to-recycle items laying around the house
* Make a difference in your community and world
* Be a part of the Recycle First, Trash Last effort!

Bring hard-to-recycle items for recycling and reuse including electronics, eyeglasses, CDs, DVS and Cassettes, bicycles and bicycle parts, propane tanks, fire extinguishers, marine, RV and automotive batteries, paper documents for shredding, stuffed animals, clothing and textiles (in any condition gently used or other- includes sheets, towels and blankets), smoke and C02 detectors/alarms, shoes (all kinds excluding roller blades and ice skates) and more. View Flyer

County Board Takes Steps to Allow Beekeeping and Hens in Unincorporated Areas

Residents Can Provide Input at Public Hearings
Lake County is considering new regulations that would allow beekeeping and hens in residential areas of unincorporated Lake County. Residents will have an opportunity to provide input on these proposed ordinance changes at two sets of public hearings. More.


Regional Planning Commission Public Meeting for Initial Review
Sept. 24, 4 p.m.


Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing
Oct. 7, 1 p.m. 


Central Permit Facility, 500 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville 

Job Center News

Take a computer assessment, research careers, create a resume or cover letter, practice interviewing, and network with other job seekers throughout the month. View full calendar of events here 

 

Hands on Computer Workshops

Learn the basics for online job searching.  English and Spanish classes are available monthly.  View schedule here.   

Lake County Seeks Veterans and Civilians for U.S. Oral History Project
War veterans are invited to come to the Lake County courthouse in Waukegan on Veterans Day (Monday, Nov. 11), to have their oral histories recorded by official court reporters who will produce transcripts of their interviews. The typed transcripts will be archived at the Library of Congress. Registration is required. 


Deadline to register is Oct. 1
Contact Carol Cord, a member of the Court's Administration Office at 847-377-3771  

Bike Lake County: Have you biked the Grand Illinois Trail? 
The Grand Illinois Trail (GIT) is a 500-mile loop between Lake Michigan and the Mississippi River, using existing and proposed state and local trails. It hugs historic canals, crosses unglaciated hills, parallels the Rock and Fox Rivers, and includes one of America's first rail-trails. Two GIT alternate routes traverse Lake County through many towns, using regional bike ways like the Robert McClory Bike Path and the Millennium Trail. For more information about the GIT, scan the QR code on posted trail signs or visit GIT IDNR's website

Send your biking stories and pictures about Lake County bike paths to [email protected]

Forest Preserves Update

LCFPD

Fall Issue of Horizons Available Online 

The new issue of the Lake County Forest Preserves magazine is now available online.  Learn how woodland restoration and species monitoring efforts throughout the next 20 years will help to secure a sustainable ecosystem.  Read now.


Habitat Restoration Volunteers Needed

Love being outdoors in the fall? Want to help preserve and restore Lake County's beautiful natural habitat? Grab some work gloves and join other volunteers to help out Lake County's natural areas and Habitat Restoration Project. Volunteer Information

 

Aaron Lawlor - Representing District 18

 

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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

 

 

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