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Butterfield Rd. Railroad Crossing to Close
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The Canadian National Railroad will close the railroad crossing on Butterfield Road, south of Route 60 on Monday, October 6, at 6 a.m. for railroad track maintenance. Butterfield Road should reopen to traffic the evening of Saturday, October 11. The signed detour route for this road closure will be Route 60 to US Route 45 to Butterfield Road.
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Public Meeting for IDOT's Multi-Modal Transportation Improvement Program
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Residents and local businesses are invited to join IDOT staff for an opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, and find out about the 2016-2021 Multi-Modal Transportation Improvement. Your input is important and will help guide the development of future highway improvement programs affecting the region. Written comments can be submitted on the IDOT website until November 4. Monday, October 20, 3 - 6 p.m. DoubleTree Libertyville-Mundelein, 510 E. Route 82, Mundelein |
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Parking Info for Libertyville Metra Train Station
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Did you know that you can park in any unused spaces after 8:30 a.m. in the Libertyville Metra train lot by placing money in an envelope? Envelopes are found on the side of the green Village of Libertyville mailbox located on the south side of the Metra station. Vehicle information is written on the outside of the envelope, $1.75 is put inside the envelope and the envelope is deposited in the green mailbox. This is a daily-fee system and multiple days' fees cannot be accepted. The envelope system is only used at the downtown Metra station lot and spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. More information.
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Health Department News
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 Healthy Lake County Watch this episode of Healthy Lake County and learn about Lake County's new school-based health center, getting your season flu shot, and National Latino AIDS Awareness Day. Flu and Pneumonia Vaccinations Available Avoid getting sick this season by scheduling your flu and pneumonia vaccinations with The Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center. Call 847.377.8470 to make an appointment. More Lake County Health Department Immunizations Annex 2303 Dodge Ave., Waukegan
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Lake County Veterans
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Coat Drive for Operation Stand DownGently used coats, gloves, hats, socks and scarves are currently being collected at these locations. Donations will be distributed at the Operation Stand Down event on October 21.
Operation Stand Down for Lake County Veterans in NeedVeterans are encouraged to attend this event for medical and dental assessments, a haircut, referrals for counseling services and more. Veterans must bring a copy of their DD214 form if not already registered with the Veterans Assistance Commissions office. Tuesday, October 21, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Veterans Assistance Office, 20 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Waukegan Veterans History Project: Share Your War Story
 World War II, Korean War and Vietnam veterans are invited to come to the Lake County courthouse on November 11 to have their oral histories recorded. The typed transcripts will be archived at the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project. The project aims to collect, preserve, and make accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans so that future generations may hear directly from veterans and better understand the realities of war. Any veteran interested in being interviewed or anyone interested in volunteering to assist in this project should contact Carol Cord at 847.377.3771, or visit our website for more information.
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Job Center News and Events
| 5 Steps to Your New Job Workshop Series
Attend up to 5 days of events designed to give you the tools to help you find your next job. From researching to landing a job, this workshop series has all of the steps you need.
Monday, October 6 - Friday, October 10, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Warren Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Rd., Gurnee
Job Center Success Stories
Read about Lake County Job Center success stories from hard working people just like you who found the perfect job for them. |
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Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) Recycling Events
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 Recycle-O-RamaBring hard to recycle items including household electronics, propane tanks, batteries, cell phones and more to this free event. Bikes and prom dresses will be collected for donation. See flyer for a full list of acceptable items. Saturday, October 11, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lake County Division of Transportation, 600 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville Tire Recycling EventLake County residents are invited to bring unwanted tires without rims for proper disposal at only $1 per tire. Help the environment and decrease breeding grounds for mosquitoes. FlyerFriday, October 31, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lake County Division of Transportation, 600 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
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Voting by Mail (available until Oct. 30)
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 Voters who choose to vote by mail may visit LakeVoterPower.info to complete an E-request or download a paper form to receive a ballot by mail. Ballot applications are required for each election and may also be requested by contacting the Voting by Mail Department at VotingByMail@lakecountyil.gov or 847.377.2406. Ballots will be mailed beginning September 25, pending certification of candidates. Voted ballots must be returned to the Clerk's office postmarked no later than November 3. |
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Community Events
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 Trucks, Trunks and TreatsKids in costume can trick or treat from vehicle to vehicle and get up close to trucks and emergency vehicles. Bobo's of Vernon Hills will have food available for purchase. MoreSaturday, October 11, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills
Des Plaines River Trail Marathon Races
Choose from a half marathon, marathon, or 50 mile ultra marathon along the beautiful Des Plaines River or come cheer runners on. Registration closes October 10.
Half Day Preserve, 619 S. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon HIlls
Vernon Hills Fall Fest
Enjoy indoor trick or treating, a magic show, face painting, carnival games and a costume contest parade. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Advanced tickets are $1.
Friday, October 4, 6 - 9 p.m.
Sullivan Community Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills
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Forest Preserves
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 Fall Horizons OnlineView upcoming programs and find out about what's going on in our Forest Preserves with the fall online issue of Horizons Magazine. Read nowHike Lake CountyEnjoy the fall weather and beautiful landscapes of Lake County's Forest Preserves with the Hike Lake County challenge. Complete 7 hikes by Nov. 30 and receive a commemorative shield.
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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 emailor on my cell at (847) 971-0454.
It is an honor to serve YOU on the County Board and Forest Preserve Board.
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