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New Illinois Laws in 2014More than 200 new laws went into effect in Illinois on Jan. 1, including the ban of handheld cell phone use for all drivers.
Additional changes include everything from an increase in the speed limit on tollways and interstate highways --up from 65 mph to 70 mph--to an increase in the fine for being a litter bug. Check out more on new laws.
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County Board Discusses Rules Related to Medical Cannabis Zoning The Lake County Board directed the Zoning Board of Appeals to conduct a public hearing on the proposed text amendments to the Lake County Unified Development Ordinance. These amendments would create regulations for the siting and operation of medical cannabis cultivation centers and dispensaries in the unincorporated area, which are now allowed under Illinois law. Lake County and over three dozen municipalities worked together to develop model zoning regulations that focus on location, operation, parking, marijuana-related signage, and security.
Regional Planning Commission
Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 4 p.m.
Division of Transportation, 600 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville
Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing
Feb. 6 at 9:30 a.m.
Central Permit Facility, 500 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville
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Early Voters in Avon and Grant Township Will be Served at Round Lake Village Hall
Beginning with the March 2014 primary, early voters in Avon and Grant Townships will be served at the Round Lake Village Hall, (former police administrative offices), 442 N. Cedar Lake Road, Round Lake. Early voting sites are open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and on Saturday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. starting Monday, March 3 until Saturday, March 15.
The convenient in-person early voting option is available to all registered voters. State law requires early voters to present a current, government-issued photo ID before receiving a ballot.
Any voter can request a ballot by mail online without signing a separate paper ballot request at www.LakeVoterPower.info or may complete a printable form online to sign and mail to Lake County Clerk, 18 North County St., Rm. 101, Waukegan, IL 60085. For more information, call 847.377.2406.
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Our Forest Preserves 100 Years From Now
 The Forest Preserve District envisions that 100 years from now Lake County will be a healthy and resilient landscape with restored and preserved natural lands, waters and cultural assets. Residents will take great pride in how Forest Preserves make their communities more livable and the local economy more dynamic. Our vibrant communities will thrive, and future Options generations will protect and cherish these remarkable resources and the highly desirable quality of life that they provide.
Update: Grant Received for Millennium Trail Project
 A recent $1.8 million Transportation Alternatives Program grant from the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning was awarded to the Lake County Forest Preserve, to help offset approximately 70 percent of construction costs for the proposed Millennium Trail-Wilson Road Underpass project near Round Lake. When complete, the underpass will close the gap in a 17-mile section of the regional trail and allow trail users to connect to a host of local destinations, including forest preserves, schools, shopping areas and Metra stations.
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Questions about How to Enroll in Healthcare Coverage? Ask a Navigator!
Trained and licensed navigators are helping Lake County residents enroll for Medicaid, as well as Marketplace health insurance under the new healthcare law as part of the Enroll Lake County! initiative. Navigators are also available by appointment at 30 other locations. Check out the interactive map to find a location near you. Residents have until March 31, 2014 to enroll.
Monday, Jan. 20, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Advocate Condell Immediate Care Center
2 E. Rollins Road in Round Lake Beach
Call 847.377.4999
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Foreclosure Prevention Services for Lake County Residents
Homeowners facing foreclosure may be able to save their homes through informative how-to classes, personalized counseling, and mediation services. These free services are offered by the Lake County Courts in conjunction with the Affordable Housing Corporation of Lake County, a nonprofit HUD-certified agency. For more information, please contact AHC at 847.263.7478 or visit their website.
Housing in Lake County Survey
Lake County is trying to gather information about residents' experiences with finding housing in Lake County, and they are looking for responses from as many Lake County residents as possible. If you are a resident in Lake County, please take this survey.
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Community Events
 Antioch Winter Wine Walk
Saturday, Jan. 18, 12 - 5 p.m.
Downtown Antioch
A fun, social event where you have an opportunity to see beautiful Downtown Antioch, while improving your wine appreciation, trying delicious food, and making new friends. Purchase Tickets Online, in person at the Parks and Recreation office at 806 Holbek Drcall or call 847.838.4032. More
Lake Villa's Winter Rib Fest
Saturday, Jan. 25, 12 - 4 p.m.
Caboose Park, Lake Villa
Bring your favorite recipe and show your neighbors that you know how to Barbeque Ribs! They provide the ribs, you provide the talent. Take the rib eating challenge and see how many ribs you can eat in 3 minutes!
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If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at 847.445.5504 (cell) or email me at lpedersen@lakecountyil.gov.
Sincerely,
Linda Pedersen
Lake County Board, District 1 Representative
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