February 18, 2011

Lake County News

Linda Pedersen Lake County Board Member and Forest Preserve Commissioner

Linda Pedersen, District 1 Representative

 

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State Approves Allocation of Lake Michigan Water

 

Ten communities in northern and western Lake County have received approval from the State to obtain Lake Michigan water. The allocation approval is the first step in a complex process to transition from ground water to Lake Michigan water in order to meet long-term water demands for this growing area.

 

In this video, County Board Member Bonnie Thomson Carter (District 5) explains why this project is important.  


 


Reminder from the Chief County Assessment OfficeHouse

 

Senior Homestead Exemption:

Residents who receive the Senior Homestead Exemption DO NOT need to reapply each year. This has been in the news lately because of changes in Cook County, but in Lake County there is no requirement to reapply each year.

 

Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze:

Residents must reapply each year for the Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze. In the coming weeks, the Chief County Assessment Office will mail this application to all taxpayers receiving the Senior Homestead Exemption.

 

Antioch Public Library News

 eBook and Audio Book Owners!

Are you looking for the perfect and affordable place for uploading content? Look no further! Card Holders of the Antioch Public Library District are just clicks away from 100's of thousands of free downloads through MyMediaMall.

All EPUB and many PDF eBooks at this site are ready to enjoy on many of the popular eReaders. A complete list of eReaders, compatible phone devises, and audio devises are available through the MyMediaMall database or by going online at either MyMediaMall.com or overdrive.com.

 

To access the MyMediaMall database click on the Research Center link on: Antioch Public Library. Then under Search the Databases click on link "to access the following databases." Once there just scroll down to the MyMediaMall section and click to view the multitude of titles available for free download. And everything is available 24/7 regardless if the library is open or closed.

 

You will need a current APLD library card and pin number. See a Circulation Desk clerk to obtain your pin if you do not already have one.

 

TUTOR.COM It's For Everyone

Find the answers you are looking for at tutor.com. Students of all academic levels, parents, job seekers, and those looking to prep for specialized testing can find help here.

 

This online tutor database provides FREE online help in variety of subject matters. On-line tutors are available to card holders from the hours of 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. seven days a week. The site also has a wealth of information beyond the live tutor assistance 24/7. Tutor also has free programs to prep you for your GED or even you Citizenship test.

 

There is even a host of Standardized Tests Preparation programs. CLICK on the powered by tutor.com logo then use your library card bar code number and pin to sign in. Presto! Live help at your finger tips.

 

 

Health Department Offers Low-cost Pet Vaccination Clinic 

in Mundelein, March 12

 

he Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center's Animal Care and Control Program, together with the 4H Club All In Ag, will offer a low-cost pet vaccination clinic on Saturday, March 12, from 9 a.m. until noon. The clinic will be held at the Fremont Township Center, 22376 W. Erhart Road, Mundelein.PetVaccinations
 
This clinic provides a convenient and affordable way for Lake County residents to keep pets up to date with their shots and rabies tags. Donations of pet food, litter and supplies will also be accepted to benefit the Pooch Pantry, a pet food and supply source for needy families.


The vaccination costs are as follows:


For Pets Spayed/Neutered
One-year rabies vaccination and Lake County tag: $20.00
One-year rabies vaccination, tag and distemper: $25.00
Distemper complex only: $10.00
Microchip: $15.00


For Pets Not Spayed/Neutered
One-year rabies vaccination and Lake County tag: $50.00
One-year rabies vaccination, tag and distemper: $55.00
Distemper complex only: $10.00
Microchip: $15.00

Pets will be taken on a first come first served basis. All animals brought to the clinic must be at least four months old. Dogs must be leashed and cats placed in carriers. Only cash will be accepted on site.


The Health Department's Animal Care and Control Program tracks pet vaccinations and rabies tags, investigates animal bites and complaints of nuisance and neglect, as well as impounds stray animals.

For additional information please contact the Lake County Health Department's Animal Care and Control facility at: (847) 949-9925. 


 

SWALCO Asks Lake County Residents to help Recycle and Reuse their Shoes!
 

Every year, millions of athletic shoes end up in landfills. SWALCO has an ongoing program to recycle worn out athletic shoes and turn them into amaterial that is used to create sports surfaces like basketball courts, tennis courts, running tracks, and playgrounds. Last year, more than 33,000 shoes were recycled and approximately 3,000 gently worn pairs of shoes were donated to a local shoe charity.  To learn more about the program, or to sign up to be a collection site, please contact Merleanne Rampale at  [email protected].

Watch the Video Here

 

If you have used athletic shoes to donate, visit the SWALCO website for locations.

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Public Hearing

I-94 from Route 173 to Russell Road

Illinois Department of Transportation

Public Hearing

February 22, 2011

4:00pm - 7:00pm

Millburn Central Middle School

18550 Milburn Rd.

Wadsworth, IL 60083

 

Public Hearing concerning the I-94, from Illinois Route 173 to Russell Road (I-94), Phase I Parliminary Engineering an d Environmental Study. The I-94 study area extends approximately 1.5 miles from Illinois Route 173 (Rosecrans Road) on the south to Russell Road on the north and lies within the unincorporated areas of Lake County and Newport Township, and the Villages of Wadsworth and Old Mill Creek. The Preferred Alternative to provide land continuity between adjacent I-94 improvements by the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation will be presented. In addition to this Phase I study, Phase II - Contract Plan Preparation and Land Acquisition and Phase III - Construction are included in the Departments 2011-2016 Proposed Highway Improvement Plan.

 

There will be a continuous audio-visual presentation and exhibits will be on display with IDOT and consultant personnel available to discuss the project and answer questions. The purpose of the hearing is to solicit input on Preferred Alternative. As such, attendees will be encouraged to provide their comments on the project.

 

More Information Here

 

All comments and correspondence regarding this project should be sent to:

 Illinois Department of Transportation

Bureau of Programming, Attn: Marty Morse

201 West Center Court

Schaumburg, IL 60196-1096


Get ready for the season at a Golf Open House

March 4th & 5th

Brae Loch Clubhouse

 

Golfers: Sharpen your skills, talk to golf pros, meet fellow golfers, and win prizes at a Golf Open House 3-7 p.m., Friday March 4 and 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, March 5 at the Brae Loch Clubhouse, 33600 N. Highway 45, Grayslake.

 

The free event sponsored by the Lake County Forest Preserves will offer lessons, tips, putting competitions, refreshments, social time with fellow golf lovers and more. Participants can step into the practice cage for a 5-minute tune up from a PGA pro.GolfPress

 

Learn about the friendships and fun opportunities awaiting you in the open leagues planned for this year at the Forest Preserves three golf courses: Brae Loch, Countryside and ThunderHawk. League choices include a 9-hole couples league, junior league and senior league.

 

Youth and up are welcome to attend. Kids will enjoy the putting competition and parents can learn about opportunities to introduce their youngsters to the game.

Drawings for great golf prizes, including golf rounds and lessons, will be held hourly. Refreshments will be available.

 

For more information call 847-968-3454 or visit www.LCFPD.org.

Dental Discount Card Program

A new dental discount card program is now available that will help Lake County residents save money on their dental service expenses. The NACo Dental Discount Card Program, provided by the National Association of Counties (NACo) in partnership with Careington International Corporation, can help Lake County residents save up to 50 percent on their dental care services, and 20 percent on orthodontic services. Individuals or families may opt to pay for a monthly or yearly membership. The cost for a yearly individual membership is $59 and $69 for families. More than 200 providers in Lake County are participating in this program. Discount card holders will receive significant savings from these providers on dental cleanings, x-rays, braces, dentures, crowns, root canals and more. This plan is not insurance.

 

To sign up for the Dental Discount Card Program, residents can download a registration form at: www.nacodentalprogram.com.  A list of participating providers and more information is available.

Prescription Drug Card 

   Prescription Drug Card
 
County residents can take advantage of a prescription drug discount card program.  The free card that is accepted at most pharmacies offers average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs.  This is intended for people without prescription coverage or on medicines not covered by your plan.  The card may also be used where accepted to fill prescriptions for pets. To print a card, click here
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