See what's going on in our communities this weekend with Visit Lake County's new spring page, and their calendar of events.   

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

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 

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 1st, 2014.
Dates times and Locations
2014 Senior Freeze Application
 

Lake County Public Works is currently involved in a two year program to replace about 20,600 water meters with new automated meters for our customers. The new meters will replace older, out of date units with new technology that will identify high water usage and potential leaks. New software will also provide customers on-line access to usage information. We have completed approximately 4,300 installations to date, and some areas in our district are next in line. Watch for a letter from Lake County Public Works in April, and then a postcard from PMI, the company installing the new meters, at the beginning of May. Learn More.  

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

Watch County Update: Find out about Resources for Job Seekers, Youth, and Local Employers
The Lake County Workforce Development Department operates the Job Centers of Lake County and offers a variety of resources, programs, and services for job seekers, youth, and local employers. Watch this episode of County Update to learn more.

 

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  

Peterson Road Project Open House, April 8
LCDOT is hosting an informational open house to share information about the planned widening of Peterson Road from US Route 45 in Libertyville to west of IL 83 in Grayslake. The open house is on Tuesday, April 8 from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds. More

Washington Street Closed for Four Months
The Lake County Division of Transportation 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.   

Bark in the Park

Saturday, April 26, 10 - Noon
Copperfield Park, (9 Copperfield Drive, off of Old McHenry Rd)
Dogs are welcome to gather with family and for the Inaugural Village of Hawthorn Woods Bark in the Park event. Dogs can run, jump, roll over and play with other friends. A variety of vendors will be available to pamper your best friend. Our canine friends will enjoy treats, pampering, fun activities and more! Please leash all dogs. Call 847.438.5500 for vendor or guest info. 

Recycle O Rama
Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Vernon Township Highway Department Offices
3050 N. Main St., Buffalo Grove
Bring everything from electronics and crayons to gym shoes and florescent bulbs for safe and free recycling. See Flyer

Low-Cost Pet Vaccination Clinic 
Saturday, April 26, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Vernon Hills Police Department,  754 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills
See Flyer and Animal Control Website for more

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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