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Do you Know about Your Transit Options?
 Most people are familiar with Pace bus and its fixed routes, but do you know about paratransit? There are more than 50 known paratransit services across the county primarily serving seniors and people with disabilities. PACE provides ADA paratransit and Dial-a-Ride and there's other services provided by townships and senior centers. Learn more about paratransit in this video, and visit our website to find information about all transit options. |
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Recycling With SWALCO  Did you know that recycling one can saves enough energy to power your television for 3 hours? Find out how you can help with Recycle First, Trash Last! New Textile and Clothing Recycling Program
To reduce textile and clothing waste SWALCO has launched a new clothing and textile recycling program. For more information, contact Merleanne Rampale at 847.336.9340. 10 Years of Reuse-A-Shoe!
Celebrate 10 years of Reuse-A-Shoe by turning unwanted shoes into sports courts, playgrounds and other products and prevent tons of reusable shoes from ending up in our landfills. Sign up your school, scout group, church, library, corporate workplace or other organization and compete to win an eco-friendly prize! Email mrampale@swalco.org for more information and to register.
Upcoming Recycling Events Fox Lake House Hold Chemical Waste Collection
Saturday, April 26, 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fox Lake Streets Dept., 216 Washington Ave.
Electronic Recycling Event in Lake Zurich
Saturday, April 26, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.,
Ela Town Hall Parking Lot, 1155 E Route 22, Lake Zurich
Recycle-O-Rama at Vernon Township
Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Vernon Township Highway Department Office, 3050 N Main St. Buffalo Grove
Paper Shredding and E-Cycling at Fremont Township
Saturday, May 3, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fremont Township, 22385 W. Rte. 60, Mundelein
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Earth Week Programs in Our Forest Preserves
Enjoy a week of free nature programs in honor of Earth Day (April 22). Celebrate spring, learn about ecology, join a nature walk or lend a hand to help save the planet by joining a special volunteer workday. View all free Earth Week programs.
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Annual Rain Barrel, Compost Bin and Native Plant Sale:
May 10 & 11  Shop for plants (native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees) that thrive in local garden conditions and provide habitat for native wildlife. Purchase a rain barrel to collect rain water for your garden, and a Compost Bin to help turn unwanted food scraps into fertile soil. See Flyer Independence Grove Forest Preserve, North Bay Pavilion
16400 W. Buckley Rd. (Rt. 137, east of Rte. 21), Libertyville
Saturday, May 10, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Rain barrels and compost bins will only be available on Saturday, while supplies last)
Sunday, May 11, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
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 Habitat For Humanity's Garden Program Seeks Mentors
Habitat for Humanity is looking for experienced gardeners to mentor homeowners as they solve landscape-related problems all new homeowners face. Family Match Day is April 29 in Waukegan. Contact Sue Baron, Gardening Together Chair, 847.529.6299 |
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Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption Outreach Sessions The Chief County Assessment Office and the Lake County Township Assessors Association will hold several public outreach sessions to assist residents in completing the 2014 Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Application for taxes payable in 2015; as well as service taxpayer needs on other homestead exemptions available. Residents will work one on one with a staff member to complete the necessary forms. The Senior Freeze Application is due by July 1st, 2014.
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April Events
 Blue Kids Lake CountyIn honor of National Child Abuse Prevention month, The Children's Advocacy Center - a division of the Lake County State's Attorney's Office - and the 19th Judicial Circuit's Family Violence Coordinating Council, co-hosted the Lake County Blue Kid's Kickoff event. Blue Kids Lake County is a community partnership focused on awareness and prevention of child abuse. The core values include cherishing children, supporting families and building strong communities. Watch VideoApril is Fair Housing MonthTo promote Fair Housing Month, local organizations and businesses, government agencies, and housing providers from across Lake County will provide information about housing and other social services at a housing fair April 29 in Waukegan. More Info
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5 Steps to Your Next Job! Learn the 5 most important steps to take when looking for a new job in this exciting new workshop series. Attend all 5 workshops to learn how to research, prepare, document, find and land your next job. See website and call 847.377.3439 to reserve a seat. April 21 - 25, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Job Center of Lake County
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Community Events
Village of Antioch Bike Re-Sale
Saturday, April 12, 8 - 11 a.m.
Parks Building Gym, 806 Holbek Drive
Sell unwanted bikes and bike equipment! Drop off items to be sold at the Parks Gym Drop off, Friday, April 11, 4 - 8 p.m. Any bikes not claimed after sale on Saturday will be sold to Parks and Recreation Department. Call 847.395.2160. Info
Village of Lake Villa's Free Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 12, 11 a.m.
Lehmann Park, , Ages 3-8
Lake County Storm Water Management Homeowner Association Workshop
Wednesday, April 16, 6 - 8:30
University Center, Grayslake
A free workshop for associations and property owners who are responsible for maintaining detention ponds, wetlands and natural areas. Info
Village of Antioch Annual Eggcellent Easter Adventure
Saturday, April 19, Parade at 10:30, Egg Hunt at 11 a.m.
Antioch Chamber of Commerce Eco Fair
Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Antioch Elementary School Gym , 817 N. Main St.
Learn about environmental issues and solutions with family friendly events and activities. More
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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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