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Lake County News--Linda Pedersen
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July 17, 2013
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Heat Advisory in Effect - Take Precautions
Lake County is under a heat advisory from 11 a.m. Thursday through Friday evening with temperatures expected to be in the mid to upper 90's. The maximum heat index will be 100 to 108 degrees during this time period. Extreme heat can result in severe heat related illnesses or even death, especially for small children and the elderly. It is important to take precautions. Never leave a child or pet in an enclosed vehicle, even for a short time! Lake County Health Department tips to avoid heat-related illnesses
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Board Continues to Focus on Transportation, Sustainability, Healthy Communities, and Public Safety in Strategic Plan
The Lake County Board recently adopted our strategic plan that serves as a road map for Lake County government over the next several years. The Board will continue to focus on the same five strategic goals identified in the previous plan. Lake County obtained input into our plan earlier this year at five community forums and through our website. The public recommended the County focus more on communication and civic engagement, efficiency, partnership and collaboration, and prevention (as it relates to health and criminal justice programs), and those themes have been incorporated into the vision and values, as well as the strategies and actions.
The strategic goals include:
- Enhance Economic Opportunities - Foster balanced growth and a diverse economy to provide living wage jobs, housing, and economic opportunities.
- Promote a Sustainable Environment - Preserve the health of our natural resources and our drinking water through the widespread use of sustainable and environmental management practices, effective storm water management and the enhancement and rehabilitation of lakes, wetlands and other fragile ecological systems.
- Build Healthy and Resilient Communities - Maintain well-being of residents, focusing on the availability of accessible health services for families, the aging population, and other populations in need.
- Provide Public Safety - Enhance the safety of residents through an integrated criminal justice system, including law enforcement and other programs that reduce crime, recidivism, family violence and substance abuse.
- Reduce Congestion and Improve Transportation in Lake County - Promote development of State, County, and municipal transportation systems that provide for efficient, flexible and uncongested movement through an integrated network of road, rail, public transit, and non-motorized (bicycle, pedestrian) modes of travel.
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Public Hearing: Lake Michigan Water Project
Tuesday, August 13, 6 p.m.
Lehmann Mansion, 485 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa.
The public hearing is for the formation of a Special Service Area (SSA) to fund the project to bring Lake Michigan water to the water systems of Grandwood Park, Lindenhurst, Lake Villa and Fox Lake Hills. At the public hearing, the Lake County Board will consider the establishment of the SSA and hear public comment. Residents included in the SSA will receive a formal notice in the mail in July containing the public hearing details.
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FEMA Extends Deadline to July 24 for Disaster Assistance from April/May Storms
The storms that hit Lake County this spring caused a lot of damage to property, and if your property was affected by the severe storms between April 16 and May 5, you can still register for federal and state disaster assistance until Tuesday, July 24. Eligible expenses include: housing assistance, temporary rental and home repair costs, disaster-related medical and dental expenses or additional living expenses.
How to Apply
For all assistance, individuals should register online at www.disasterassistance.gov or via web-enabled phone at m.fema.gov. Applicants may also call 800-621-3362 or (TTY) 800-462-7585. People who use 711-Relay or Video Relay Services (VRS) can call 800-621-3362. For more information, visit the Illinois Disaster website |
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Kids 1st Health Fair Set for Aug. 7
The annual back-to-school fair for kids' health is being held at Miguel  Juarez Middle School in Waukegan through a cooperative effort led by the Lake County Health Department, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and United Way of Lake County. This is the 21st year for the event that provides physical and dental exams, immunizations and information about community resources for qualifying families. More event information
Learn more by watching this video from last year's Kids 1st Health Fair event.
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Reduce Your Carbon "Foodprint"
 Whether it's the production of food, packaging of food, or wasting of food, more people are becoming conscious of their carbon "foodprint". If you are looking to reduce your carbon foodprint buying locally grown produce, purchasing minimally packaged foods, and eating your leftovers, are easy ways you can do it.
Watch this video to learn more. |
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Pace Route Changes Around Lake County
Do you use Pace suburban transportation? If so, your route might be changing. The restructuring of Pace routes and services in Lake County will be under consideration at these two public hearings. Any person wishing to comment on the proposed Lake County Service Restructuring is welcome to attend. Click here for a full list of affected routes.
Thursday, August 1
3:30-5:30 p.m.
Waukegan Public Library,
Bradbury Room (lower lever)
128 County Street, Waukegan
Monday, August 5
4-6 p.m.
College of Lake County, Auditorium - C005
19351 West Washington Street, Grayslake
Individuals with disabilities who plan who require certain accommodations (other than transportation) in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting, are requested to contact Pace at (847) 364-7223 option 3 or 847-364-5093(TTY) ten days prior to the scheduled meeting.
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SWALCO ELECTRONICS RECYCLING
Saturday, July 20, 2013 
9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Village of Lindenhurst
Public Works Garage
2301 E. Sand Lake Rd.
Lindenhurst, IL 60046
Bring Electronics of all kinds such as televisions, computers, monitors, printers, video game consoles, computer drives, mainframes, digital converter boxes, satellite receivers and much more, to be safely recycled. Special instructions are available for battery recycling on their webpage
For more information call SWALCO at 847-336-9340 or visit www.swalco.org.
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Job Center News
New To The Work Force?
Did you know that the Job Center of Lake County has a " Tips to Land Your First Job" Handbook? It includes guidance for employment issues that young people face, sample resumes for people with little or no work history, tips for finding jobs online, common interview questions and more.
Check out their "Look Who's Hiring" page for special recruitment announcements from some Lake County employers.
Interactive Job Website
Try the My Skills, My Future website where you tell them a job that you've had in the past, and they connect you with new jobs based off of your work history.
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Antioch's Taste of Summer Festival, Sidewalk Sales & Craft Booths!
Thursday July 18, 2013 - Sunday July 21, 2013
 Thursday: 12pm-10pm,
Friday:12pm-11pm,
Saturday: 12pm-11pm,
Sunday: 12pm-6pm
Four days of summer fun in Downtown Antioch! Carnival rides, delectable foods and top entertainment. Enjoy 7th Heaven, Hi Infidelity, Modern Day Romeos, BBI, Antioch IDOL and Kids Acitivies. Take advantage of the Sidewalk Sales and shop the Craft Booths too! Visit Antioch Chamber's website for an Entertainment Schedule. |
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Lake County Fair, July 24 - 28
Lake County Fair Grounds 
Join in the fun with the annual Lake County Fair! Five days of events including motocross, monster trucks, demo derby, a carnival, games, live entertainment, lots of various foods! Friday features a Sasquatch call competition, and don't miss the Banana Derby dog race that includes real life monkey jockeys!
This year will also feature the "Do Green. Do Good." Chicago Flower & Garden Show as your one-stop-shop for inspiration, education and motivation.
For more information about admission, specials and for a full line up of events, visit the Lake County Fair Website
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Community Events
Antioch/Lakes Area Relay for Life July 27-28, 6 p.m. Lake Villa Township Park 37974 N. Fairfield Rd., Lake Villa
Lake Villa Days
August 1-4
Thur & Fri 6 p.m.-12 a.m., Sat 11 a.m. -12 a.m., Sun 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Lehman Park
148 Cedar Ave., Lake Villa
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Forest Preserves News
There are over 30,000 acres of peaceful, natural forest preserves that help conserve Lake County's natural ecosystems and environments. But what's going on in all of that nature? Find out by reading Lake County's nature blog.
Learn about everything from ant colonies to coyotes and even flying squirrels in Lake County! Read blog here
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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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