The Lake County Division of Transportation will close the intersection of Cedar Lake Road, at Monaville Road, to all traffic for 71 days, starting Thursday, June 6 at 6 a.m. The closure is necessary to construct a roundabout to replace the existing multi-way stop intersection. The roundabout, as designed, will reduce crashes and crash severity as well as increase efficiency of the intersection.

 

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Lake County is strongly opposed to proposed legislation that is awaiting the governor's signature that mandates the creation of an election commission in Lake County, transfers election authority from the county clerk, and results in approximately $700,000 in additional annual expense to Lake County. The Revenue, Records and Legislation (RRL) Committee discussed the matter this week. Board members were outraged that the legislation singles out Lake County and treats voters differently by eliminating a referendum option. The language was added into a much larger piece of election related legislation, including on-line voter registration. The county board chairman and chair of RRL sent a letter to Governor Pat Quinn asking him to use his amendatory veto power to strike the language that mandates the election commission in Lake County. The County Board will vote on a resolution officially opposing the measure at its meeting on Tuesday. 

 June 5, 8:30 a.m. 

Lake County Public Works and Transportation (PWT) Committee will be considering an ordinance proposing the formation of a Special Service Area (SSA) to fund the $46 million project to bring Lake Michigan water supply to the parcels within the SSA.
18 N. County Street (10th floor), Waukegan

June 11, 9 a.m.
If approved by PWT committee, the ordinance will be forwarded to the County Board for final consideration.
18 N. County Street (10th floor), Waukegan

August 13, 6 p.m.
The proposing ordinance establishes a public hearing in order to receive public comment on formation of this SSA.
Lehmann Mansion 485 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa

If the proposing ordinance is approved thereby setting the public hearing date, you will receive a formal notice in the mail toward the end of July. It will contain the public hearing details. Should you have questions regarding this process, please contact Heather Galan of  Lake County Public Works at  874-377-7500.   

local partners provide locations for residents to drop off unwanted pharmaceuticals. Without proper disposal, prescription drugs may be misused and abused, or wind up in our drinking supply. There are 11 full time locations that offer drop off services 24 hours a day and one part time office. 

 

There is no paperwork required. In addition, SWALCO will accept unwanted medication at their Household Chemical Waste events but will not accept controlled substances. 

 

Map of Pharmaceutical Collections Sites

 

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 The Antioch Farmer's Market is open each Thursday afternoon from 3-7 pm. The market is located at  845 Main Street (on the corner of Route 83 and Depot Street) in downtown Antioch. In the market you will find items like fresh vegetables, fruits, jellies, beef, poultry, eggs, mushrooms, salsa, baked goods, oils, plants, and flowers.

  

  

June 8
Lake Villa Celebration of Summer Auto Show
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Lehmann Park

 

Lake Villa Celebration of Summer

6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Lehmann Park

 

 

 Illinois is ranked 9th for bike friendliness according to the League of American Bicyclists. The ranking is based on infrastructure and funding, education programs and enforcement of bicycle-friendly laws. There are many miles of beautiful and scenic bike paths throughout Lake County. Check out the County Bikeway Map. View the list of 2013 Bike Friendly State Rankings. 

 Job Center of Lake County is holding several events this month to help job seekers learn how to research career trends, perfect their resume or cover letter, and to practice interview techniques. Network with fellow job seekers at these special and free events. View the calendar of events for information about interviewing workshops, job fairs and more.  

 

LCDOT staff and staff from the Sheriff's Office taught the scouts about vehicle safety and maintenance, traffic safety and the dangers of distracted driving. Watch this video to see these future drivers earn their merit badge.   

 

Learn about fun and safe outdoor adventures at Lake Villa's Playdate With Nature in Grant Woods.  Free and open to children of all ages, this event is held by the Lake County Forest Preserve and no registration is required.  

 

 

Visit here for more information on this family friendly event.

 

Find out about more events at the Forest Preserve