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Lake County News--Linda Pedersen
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August 16, 2013
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Correction: New Modern Roundabout Open at Monaville Road and Cedar Lake Road
* In yesterday's email newsletter, the heading for this story identified the new roundabout at Monaville and Rt. 83. I'm sure most of you knew the highly anticipated roundabout was at Monaville Road and Cedar Lake Road, but just wanted to send a correction so there was no confusion. Thanks!
After a two month closure of the intersection of Monaville Road and Cedar Lake Road, a new modern roundabout opened on August 15, making the intersection safer and more efficient.
The new single-lane roundabout replaces a four-way stop sign controlled intersection that experienced traffic delays during morning and afternoon rush hour traffic. Modern roundabout intersections improve traffic flow by allowing traffic to yield rather than come to a complete stop at intersections and they improve safety by reducing the potential for the most serious types of traffic crashes.
Read full Press Release.
Watch Video about Roundabouts
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Lake County Launches 'Buy Local. Build Local. Work Local' program
Lake County purchases more than $186 million in goods and services each year including equipment, products, supplies, and services ranging from small to big purchases. In addition, the County spends millions of dollars on roads and buildings. For example, the County Board recently approved a $100 million Courthouse Expansion Project which includes construction of a new nine-story Criminal Court Tower in Waukegan.
Lake County's new Buy Local. Build Local. Work Local. program aims to connect Lake County businesses-including women-owned and minority businesses-with government procurement opportunities. Lake County is hosting an informational seminar on bid opportunities for the Courthouse Expansion Project on Sept. 3 at 9 a.m. at the Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago. Businesses are invited to attend this event and learn how to take advantage of opportunities to bid.
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Lake County Lifts Ban on Video Gaming in Unincorporated Area
The Lake County Board repealed its 2009 ban on video gaming and adopted an ordinance regulating video gaming in the unincorporated areas. Numerous businesses had argued publicly that the County's ban had created unfair competition for them. Following a lengthy discussion, the measure passed by an 11 to 9 vote margin.
Currently, 19 municipalities already allow video gaming and in numerous cases, unincorporated businesses are a short distance from those establishments. The State's Video Gaming Act allows video gaming in licensed bars, restaurants, fraternal organizations and truck stops, and gives local governments the authority to approve or ban it in their jurisdictions. Under the law, businesses are charged a 30% tax on revenue from the machines, and a portion of that goes back to that local government. The board's vote directs future gaming tax revenue into a special fund. The county board also amended the County's Liquor Control Ordinance to establish additional video gaming enforcement tools.
Watch board meeting discussion. |
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Taxpayer Advocates, Help Centers and Other Resources for Property Owners
Many Lake County residents have received their property assessments notices in the mail. Ela, Vernon, Avon, Waukegan and Zion Townships will be receiving their assessments this week. The Lake County Chief County Assessment Office provides a number of resources and tools to assist with evaluating your assessment. Read Press Release. For more information, visit Assessor.lakecountyil.gov, and Boardofreview.lakecountyil.gov
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Workforce News
Development Week: 5 Steps to Your Next Job
Join us August 26-30, as we celebrate Workforce Development Week. Each day, we'll take an in-depth look at "5 Steps to your Next Job", the job search process and offer helpful events and information along the way. Join the conversation on Social Media using #workforceweek. Tell us about your job search stories, find updates and exclusive online only resources.
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Low-Cost Pet Vaccination Clinic
Saturday, August 24
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Blvd, Fox Lake
Taking your furry friends to the vet can be expensive. This clinic is a convenient and affordable way for any Lake County resident to keep pets up to date with shots and rabies tags. On-site micro chipping will be available and is free for Fox Lake residents.
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.
For additional information please contact the Lake County Health Department's Animal Care and Control facility at: (847) 949-9925 or visit their website.
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Join us for the Battle of the Bands!
The Lake County State's Attorney's Office, along with the non-profit group Live4Lali, will be sponsoring the Battle of the Bands on August 17 at the Lake County fairgrounds from 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. The event will promote awareness about drug misuse, prevention, addiction and overdose. Come out for some family fun, fantastic food, a live battle of the bands, incredible speakers, raffles, silent auction, local resources, educational opportunities and so much more!
In this video, State's Attorney Mike Nerheimand Sheriff Mark Curran gives some startling statistics about the opiate problem in Lake County, and local residents share their personal experiences with opiate addiction.
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Forest Preserves Events and News
Experience! Afrofest and Jamaicafest at Greenbelt Cultural Center's Annual Concert Series
Saturday, August 17, 2-7 p.m. 
Greenbelt Cultural Center
1215 Green Bay Road in North Chicago
This free event offers dance, food, music and a cultural marketplace that will feature clothing, jewelry and other imports. Live music includes gospel, reggae, hip-hop and more! Enjoy jerk chicken and ribs for purchase. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and don't miss the limbo contests!
Independence Grove Dog Exercise Area Closed through November for Improvements
 For more information on Independence Grove click here and for a construction project map click here.
Lake County Forest Preserves offers several Dog Exercise areas, where dogs are allowed to run off of their leashes. These areas are fenced in, and provide a safe environment for dogs and their owners. In order to use these parks safely, there are certain requirements. Click here for rules, requirements and permits. Enjoy designated dog exercise areas at Lakewood, Duck Farm and Prairie Wolf.
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The Fourth Lake section of the Millennium Trail is Officially Completed
 This 1.5 mile section of trail, stretching from just north of Rollins Road to just north of Grand Avenue, is now open to the public and includes three boardwalks, two overlooks, a ½ mile mowed grass loop trail (adjacent Fourth Lake) and the Grand Avenue underpass. Visitors may access this section of trail by parking at the Operations and Public Safety Facility on Grand Avenue. Click here for a map
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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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