December 19, 2013

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Happy Holidays!

I want to take a moment to wish you, and those close to you a happy and safe holiday season. I hope that you all have a healthy and joyous time of year with family, friends and neighbors. 


Looking for a fun way to celebrate the Holidays?
The Holiday Hoedown is an indoor Winter Festival, at the Lake County Fairgrounds and is full of holiday favorites like carols, gingerbread, rides and more.

Open Daily 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., Dec. 21 - 29, Closed Dec. 24 & 25. 

 

19th Judicial Circuit Launches Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program

A new program through the 19th Judicial Circuit aims to help homeowners avoid the financial and emotional devastation of foreclosure through mediation. Homeowners whose foreclosure cases were filed on or after Dec. 2 are eligible for this program designed to help explore options, increase communication and reach a resolution. More Info 

 

County Update: Leadership Lake County 

Leadership Lake County--a brand new young professional initiative spearheaded by myself, your Board Chairman and Lake County Board Member Nick Sauer--aims to attract and retain young professionals in Lake County. The goal is to develop sophisticated leaders with a 21st century vision that will serve and grow the Lake County community. Watch this episode of County Update to learn more about this initiative.

 

Lake County Reports Progress on Strategic Plan

Learn more about how Lake County is making progress toward its strategic goals, and view a presentation that I narrated, and see progress report highlights.

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In This Issue:
Happy Holidays
Mortgage Foreclosure Program
County Update
Strategic Plan Progress Report
Local Updates
Upcoming Community Events
Forest Preserves


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Local Updates

Pace to modify several Lake County bus routes effective Dec. 22
Read this news release from Pace to learn more. Download Brochure


Handheld Cell Phone Use Illegal While Driving Starting Jan. 1, 2014
A new state law, starting Jan. 1, prohibits all drivers from using hand-held cell phones while driving. Drivers 19 and older are permitted to use cell phones with hands-free technology such as Bluetooth.    

 

Reminder: Recycling Changes Coming to Unincorporated Neighborhoods
In an effort to increase recycling and extend the life of our landfills, the Lake County Board approved modifications to the Solid Waste and Recycling Ordinance effective January 1, 2014. Learn More 

Upcoming Community Events

Vernon Hills' Winter Wonderland Light Show
Hours: Daily 6-10 p.m.
Loyola's Cuneo Mansion and Gardens, 1350 Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills
Enjoy a winter light display from the comfort of your car, as you drive through the grounds at Cuneo Mansion and Gardens. Details, tickets prices and directions here. 

 

Forest Preserves

Des Plaines River Trail Mile Marker Posts Reset

Existing wooden mile marker posts along the Des Plaines River Trail (DPRT) have been estimating distances for trail travelers since the 1970's, but recent information found that many were off their mark. This month, surveyors will be setting new quarter-mile and mile marker locations along the DPRT using the latest GPS technology, which can verify location accuracy of the posts to within about 10 feet. 

 

Take an Evening Hike along Solar Lighted Trails

With small solar lights to guide the way, enjoy evening exercise along a 1.3-mile fitness trail at Old School Forest Preserve in Libertyville, and along a 1.65-mile section of the Millennium Trail adjacent to the Winter Sports Area at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda. More

 Free Senior Museum Admission
Admission to the Lake County Discovery Museum in Wauconda is free for the entire month of January for seniors 62 and older. 

 

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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