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Lake County News--Linda Pedersen
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October 3, 2012
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Watch Board Meetings Online
Did you know that you can watch Lake County Board meetings live from your computer? Meetings stream live on our website on the second Tuesday of each month at 9 a.m. If you miss a board meeting, you can watch archived meetings online, and skip directly to the agenda item that interests you.
Lake County is committed to open government and transparency. Our Transparency/OpenGov website offers a wealth of information about county government, including meeting schedules, agendas and minutes, the budget and public records.
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New Districts and Precincts
on Certificate of Voter Registration
In 2010, U.S. Census counted every U.S. resident to ensure equal representation among the population in congressional, state and county board districts. The County Clerk's office created new precinct boundaries for all 18 townships which the Lake County Board approved in September 2011. New Certificates of Voter Registration were mailed to all registered voters listing federal, state and county districts, new precinct, voting site location and a QR code to link smart devices directly to the Voter Power web page for election information anywhere, anytime.
If you misplaced or did not receive your card, you may print your card online at LakeVoterPower.info or call 847.377.2410 to request a replacement. Certificate of Voter Registration is not an identification card nor proof of residency.
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Preview November's Ballot Online
Registered voters in Lake County may now preview their official ballot at LakeVoterPower.info using the "What is on My Ballot?" link. Simply supply your registration name, house number, ZIP code and date of birth to view the correct ballot for your address. Sample ballots may be printed, marked with the voter's choices and taken into the polls for reference when voting.
Visit LakeCountyClerk.info for more information about County Clerk services and current election news.
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An Inside Look at Naval Station Great Lakes
Occupying more than 1,600 acres and churning out nearly 4 million trained recruits over the last 101 years, Naval Station Great Lakes is a massive presence in Lake County. But even people who live alongside the naval base have misconceptions about what goes on there.
The base's mission is training, but few people know that it functions much like a city. The base pulls its own water from Lake Michigan and produces steam for heating. It has its own fire and police departments to serve the 15,000-20,000 people living and working there each day. And the base's public works department can do everything from fixing a broken pipe to renovating a building.
With college facilities, restaurants and football fields on the premises, Naval Station Great Lakes is a city of its own. But sailors and staff also venture beyond the base's gates and contribute to the local economy and volunteer in the surrounding communities.
Watch a video about Naval Station Great Lakes' day-to-day operations.
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Putting the Green in Your Halloween
The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County is offering tips to help make your Halloween environmentally friendly. Among SWALCO's recommendations are recycling your pumpkin into a Thanksgiving decoration (and then composting it), making Halloween crafts from recycled items, such as egg crates, and holding a parade of recycled costumes in your neighborhood.
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Unincorporated Residents Eligible for Flood Insurance Premium Discounts
Property owners residing in unincorporated Lake County may be eligible to save an average of more than $200 a year on their flood insurance policies.
Since 2008, thanks to the leadership of the County Board, Lake County has participated in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Community Rating System (CRS) program. With a Class 6 community rating, residents within unincorporated Lake County who meet certain requirements are eligible for up to a 20% savings on flood insurance premiums. Residents should contact their flood insurance agent to obtain individual savings information.
In order to maintain its favorable rating, an Annual Evaluation Report for the County-Wide All Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan for unincorporated Lake County was prepared. This report is available on the County's website.
Read the full press release.
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October 9-12 is Juror Appreciation Week
 Each year, over 25,000 people are summoned to the Lake County courthouse for jury duty. About 8,500 are chosen to serve on juries, hearing more than 180 cases each year.
In an effort to recognize the role those jurors play in the legal system, the Lake County Board passed a resolution recognizing October 9-12 as Juror Appreciation Week. Chief Judge Fred Foreman told board members at their September meeting that "an excellent group of people" attend jury duty in Lake County. "People want to serve," he said. "They feel that this is a very important step in addressing their public service."
The resolution recognizes the sacrifices jurors must make in their personal, family and professional lives, and notes that "our democracy has been dependent on over 230 years of the common sense and hard work of jurors."
Watch a video from the board meeting. (Click on "Resolution declaring the week of October 9-12, 2012 as Juror Appreciation Week.")
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Stay Healthy this Flu Season
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Lake County Pertussis Cases Surpass Last Year's Total
The Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center reports that the number of pertussis cases in Lake County thus far this year (178) have already surpassed last year's total for the full year (175). This is the highest number of cases reported since 1959. The Health Department is encouraging adolescents and adults to receive the Tdap booster for additional protection against this illness.
"To address this outbreak, everyone 11 years of age and older should receive the Tdap booster," said Irene Pierce, the Health Department's Executive Director. "While this illness was on the decline just a few years ago, it is now a major reportable disease in Lake County. And not only Lake County is affected. Illinois currently has the fifth highest number of pertussis cases nationwide."
Read the full press release, or read more about pertussis.
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Upcoming Community Events
Family Kite Flying Event Moved up One Day
 The Family Kite Flying event has been rescheduled due to a scheduling conflict from October 7 to October 6. On Saturday, the Village of Antioch, along with Chicago Kite, will hold a kite flying event at Tim Osmond Sports Complex (96 E. Depot St.). Come out and see some of the large 25- to 50-foot kites that will be on display. The first 100 kids will receive a free kite, and there will be a free drawing for additional kites. See the guys from Chicago Kite flying stunt kites, get tips and tricks from the pros. Kites can be purchased at the event, or you can bring your own. For more information, call the Special Events line for Antioch Parks and Recreation at 847.395.2160.
Lifestyle Corridor Open House
October 9, 7:30-9 p.m.
Antioch Area Senior Center, 817 Holbeck Drive, Antioch
The session will feature electronic keypad polling in which participants can state their preferences for issues they feel should be addressed in planning for the future of lifestyle corridor in Antioch, which will guide future land use and transportation improvements.
Lakes Region Historical Society Collector's Show
October 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Meeting House, 977 Main Street, Antioch
What do you collect -- watches, dolls, tea cups, wooden shoes, spoons, purses, ladies Civil War items, paper weights? Members and non-members of the Lakes Region Historical Society can reserve a table and show their collections. Advance registration is only $5 per table, which includes one raffle ticket. Deadline for registration is October 10. More info.
Election Petition Packets Available
The April 9, 2013 Consolidated Election will include the following Village of Antioch offices: mayor (four-year term of office) and village trustee (three trustees, each for a four-year term of office). Courtesy election petition packets are available at the Village of Antioch, 874 Main Street. The first day to circulate nominating petitions is September 25. The first day to file nominating petitions at the Village of Antioch is December 17 at 8:30 a.m., and the last day to file is December 24 at 5 p.m. The Village of Antioch will be open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday during the petition filing period. More info.
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Forest Preserves Update
 Barrelhouse Chuck
Attention lovers of the blues. Start your weekend early on October 11, when Barrelhouse Chuck performs from 7 to 9 pm at the Greenbelt Cultural Center 1215 Green Bay Rd., North Chicago. This intimate performance, with a
cash bar, features Chicago blues legend "Barrelhouse" Chuck Goering ofLibertyville, sharing songs and stories learned on the trail of blues he traveled from the southern states toChicago's south side. He will be accompanied by fellow blues artist Billy Flynn. The concert is open only to ages 17 and older. Concertgoers 21 and older with proper identification may purchase alcohol. Tickets, ($7 resident/$9 nonresident) available at the door, online or by calling 847.968.3477.
Indoor Boat Storage
Protect your boat this winter in a secure, indoor storage building at the Marina at the Fox River Forest Preserve. We can hoist your boat out and pack it away. Resident rates are $21 per foot for boats with a trailer. Personal watercraft storage is a flat rate of $250. Storage runs October 13 through April 28. For details, call the Marina at 847.381.0669.
 Families Exploring
Spend quality time as a family connecting to nature after hours. Join a Lake County Forest Preserve Environmental Educator on October 17 at Independence Grove in Libertyville for a guided hands-on learning experience as you use your senses to explore the preserve after sunset. $6 adult, $1 child resident/$8 adult, $2 child nonresident. Info and registration.
Halloween Hikes
Take a one-hour guided group hike along a candlelit path to watch several nature-themed performances at Ryerson Woods in Deerfield, October 26-27. Finish off at a cozy cabin fireplace with cider and a fresh doughnut. The skits are not scary, so even your littlest will enjoy this family favorite. $7 resident/$9 nonresident. Info and registration.
Trick or Treat Trails
Bring the family to the Greenbelt Cultural Center and trick or treat along our interactive haunted trails on October 28. The event is free and open to all ages. There will be a costume contest with prizes, mask making, games, nature activities, and refreshments. Join us for a fun-filled and safe Halloween! Free. More info.
 Rainbow Trout Season
Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda will open for rainbow trout fishing on October 20, following trout stocking in Banana Lake. Most of the trout range in size from three-quarters to one pound. Trout stocking is a biannual fall and spring event at the 3.2-acre Banana Lake. Daily creel limit is five.
Fishing in the Lake County Forest Preserves is free. Anglers ages 16 and over must have an Illinois fishing license. Trout fishermen must also have an Illinois inland trout stamp. Download a free guide to fishing in the Lake County Forest Preserves or call 847.367.6640 to request a copy. More information
about fishing in Illinois.
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Linda Pedersen, District 1 Representative
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Sincerely,
Linda Pedersen
Lake County Board, District 1 Representative
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