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Lake County News--Linda Pedersen
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September 12, 2013
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Lake County Board Approves Plan Establishing Standards of Conduct for Commission and Board Appointees
The county board approved a Standards of Conduct Plan spearheaded by Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor that requires 300 appointees-that serve on everything from drainage and fire districts, to the transportation service boards, affordable housing commission, and board of review-to adhere to conduct standards. More.
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Tax Assessment Help Centers in September
There are a few more opportunities in September for residents to take advantage of the Tax Assessment Help Centers. At these centers, residents can get one-on-one assistance evaluating their property tax assessment from a member of the Chief County Assessment Office. Centers are held in Grayslake and Vernon Hills. View schedule.
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Lake County Achieves Highest Principles of Governmental Budgeting
For the sixth consecutive year, Lake County has received a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). This means that Lake County's budget meets nationally recognized guidelines for effective budgeting. It serves as a financial plan, influences policy, guides operations, and is a communications tool for taxpayers. More
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Illinois Route 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council to Meet Sept. 17
The Illinois Route 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council BRAC will meet this month to discuss the continued efforts related to this project. The Illinois Tollway, the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning and Lake County are partnering on a combined, two-pronged effort to examine the feasibility of the project with respect to financing and land use.
Illinois Route 53/120 Blue Ribbon Advisory Council Meeting
Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2 - 4 p.m.
Lake County Central Permit Facility
500 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville, IL
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County Board Takes Steps to Allow Beekeeping and Hens in Unincorporated Areas
Residents Can Provide Input at Public Hearings
Lake County is considering new regulations that would allow beekeeping and hens in residential areas of unincorporated Lake County. Residents will have an opportunity to provide input on these proposed ordinance changes at two sets of public hearings. More.
Sept. 24, 4 p.m.
Regional Planning Commission Public Meeting for Initial Review
Oct. 7, 1 p.m
Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing
Central Permit Facility, 500 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
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United Way Lake County
 The Find Help Lake County Guide contains over 1,400 health and human services available to Lake County residents. Individuals, families and service providers are able to access www.FindHelpLakeCounty.org and search a database of health and human services provided by agencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Learn more about Find Help Lake County here. Click here to see how you can win $100 to your charity of choice from United Way Lake County. |
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Recycling Changes Coming to Lake County Unincorporated Neighborhoods
 If you live in the unincorporated area and you don't currently have recycling as part of your trash service, a new law now requires your hauler to provide recycling along with your trash service. In an effort to increase recycling and extend the life of our landfills, the Lake County Board approved modifications to the Solid Waste Hauling and Recycling Ordinance effective January 1, 2014 making it mandatory for haulers in the unincorporated area to provide recycling containers.
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Upcoming Community Events
Antioch Firefighters Association 100 Year Street Dance
Saturday, Sept. 14, 5 p.m. -11 p.m.
Toft Avenue, Antioch
Lake Villa Historical Society Fall Fest
Sunday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Lehmann Mansion
485 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa
Village of Wadsworth Concert in the Park
Sunday, Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Wadsworth Community Park
14155 W. Wadsworth Rd., Wadsworth
Village of Antioch Wine Walk
Saturday, Sept. 28, 9 a.m.
Tickets on sale at 847-395-2160
Family Kite Flying Day
Sunday, Sept. 29, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tim Osmond Sports Park
38 W. Depot St., Antioch
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Forest Preserve News
If you see smoke rising from a forest preserve this fall, chances are that it's from a controlled burn. Controlled burning removes weedy non-native species, helping native grasses and wildflowers thrive. Click here for daily announcements.
Exhibits at the Lake County Discovery Museum
September 21, 2013-February 16, 2014
Charley Harper's (1922-2007) life-long love of nature inspired his work in this wonderful collection entitled "Beguiled by the Wild." Harper was best known for his highly stylized wildlife prints, posters and book illustrations. He called his style "minimal realism," capturing the essence of his subjects with the fewest possible visual elements.
September 21, 2013-February 2, 2014
2014 marks the 100th anniversary of the extinction of the Passenger Pigeon. This original exhibition explores connections between the human world, and looks at some of the work being done today to help prevent similar extinctions from occurring.
Visit the Lake County Discovery Museum website for information on hours, admission, location and more.
September Events
Saturday, September 14, 10-11 a.m.
Greenbelt Cultural Center, Waukegan
Join us for stories and activities that explore the connections between art and nature. Enjoy crafts, stories and hands-on activities while meeting other families.
 Sunday, September 15, 1 - 7 p.m. Fox River Forest Preserve in Port, Barrington
This year's music festival features Master of Ceremonies Jaime Laurita, and five popular bands: Sixteen Candles, Pat McKillen, Sons of Bildor, Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press, and Hudson McCoy. Tickets are $20 in advance or $30 at the gate. All net proceeds from the festival benefit the Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves.
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Lakewood Forest Preserve, Wauconda
This family festival celebrates Lake County's agricultural roots. Tractor parade, sheep herding, wagon rides, animals and more.
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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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