February 27, 2014
                      
Questions about Senate Bill 2696 
(Fox Waterway Agency)
Recently, a bill was filed in the Illinois Senate that proposes to dissolve the Fox Water Agency and transfer its assets, property and responsibilities to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The County was not consulted on the development of this bill and learned of it only after it was filed.  View Senate Bill 2696.

To voice your opinion on this bill, you may contact:
 
                
Pothole Patching, Report a Problem
Pavement patching on
 Hainesville Road:
Feb. 26, 2014.
This winter has been rough on roads. As the temperature continuously drops and rises, the roads thaw and freeze over and over again. This allows water to seep in to the cracks during a thaw, which freezes and expands when the temperature drops again, creating potholes. When the Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) isn't plowing snow, crews are out patching pavement. So far this season, LCDOT has used 80 tons of asphalt to fill potholes. There are several agencies responsible for maintaining roads-the Illinois Tollway, IDOT, Lake County DOT, municipalities, and townships.

 
 Report potholes on a county highway: dot@lakecountyil.gov or 847.377.7400
Report potholes on state roads: elecc@dot.il.gov or 847.705.4612
 
LCDOT has a total of 10 pavement resurfacing projects planned for 2014. View a complete list and map. 
           
County Update: Lake Michigan Water Allocation 
Lake County is currently working on bringing Lake Michigan water to the communities of Lake Villa Lindenhurst, Grandwood Park and Fox Lake Hills. Watch this video to learn about the importance and benefits of bringing Lake Michigan water to these areas and visit this website for more information.
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Enroll Lake County!  Shop for Health Care at Gurnee Mills
Members of the Enroll Lake County! team will be on site to help individuals and families shop the Health Insurance Marketplace, learn about their health insurance options available under the Affordable Care Act, and sign people up for health care insurance.

Public at entrances E and B, 12- 6 p.m. on each of the following days: Monday, March 3 and 10; Wednesday, March 5 and 12; and Thursday, March 6 and 13. Meet with a navigator on Friday, March 14 & Saturday, March 15, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. for assistance. Walk in appointments available or call ahead at 847.377.4999.  Visit Enroll Lake County's Website for details.
                        
Free Tax Filing Programs

Filing taxes can be difficult. Fortunately there are free programs that can help you navigate this complex process. Check to see if you qualify for these assistance and tax preparation programs before filing your taxes! 
IRS Free File (Free program for Federal taxes)  
IRS VITA Program (Tax preparation by volunteers)  
TCE Program (Tax counseling for the elderly)
                
Doing Good Deeds for YOU! 
Learn about a new mortgage foreclosure mediation program
The 19th Judicial Circuit Court and the Affordable Housing Corporation of Lake County recently launched a new mortgage foreclosure mediation program. In this video, the Lake County Recorder of Deeds interviews program representatives for an in depth look at this topic. Homeowners who need copies of their housing or property documents should contact the Recorder's Office or search for recorded documents online. 
                  
Reduced Water Testing Rates Available March 3-13
Is your private well water safe to drink? Get it tested during National Groundwater Awareness Week for a reduced testing rate of $10. More Info
March 3 - 13, 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake County Central Permit Facility
500 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville
 
 Notice of State-Wide Examination for Board of Review Members
The Board of Review exam is scheduled for March 28, at 9 a.m. For those interested in taking the exam, visit the Board of Review Website for the registration form, study packet and exam location and details.  
                  
Assistance for Veterans - Saturday Claims Support
Veterans and their dependents now have another option for assistance with filing claims. Beginning March 1, The Veterans Assistance Commission will have Saturday hours at the Wauconda American Legion, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. This is your opportunity to meet with an accredited service officer, and all services are free. Please call the VAC for an appointment at 847.377.3344.
                  
Maple Syrup Hikes at Ryerson Forest Preserve
Saturdays & Sundays, March 1-16
Hikes leave every half hour 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
The annual tapping of sugar maple trees means that spring is on its way to Ryerson Woods in Riverwoods! Register now to take a Maple Syrup Hike with a Lake County Forest Preserve educator, and learn how sap from the sugar maple trees is turned into sweet syrup and then try the final product!  Registration required. Fun for all ages. For details or to register, call 847.968.3321, or register online. 
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
Linda Pedersen, Lake County Board | lpedersen@lakecountyil.gov | http://lakecountyil.gov
18 N. County
Waukegan, IL 60085

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