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Traffic Alert
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Paving will begin on Green Bay Road tomorrow 9/27 and will continue Saturday 9/28 and into next week.
Please use caution through the work zone and expect delays.
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Recycle O Rama
| * Keep items out of our Landfills
* Find homes for those hard-to-recycle items laying around the
house
* Make a difference in your community and world
 Warren Township's 2nd Annual Recycle-o-Rama Environmental Fair & Food Drive Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. This 3-part event includes Recycling, Food Donation, and Paper Shredding.
Recycle O Rama: Libertyville Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lake County Division of Transportation 600 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville View Flyer |
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If you have any comments or concerns, please contact me at: dhewitt@lakecountyil.gov or 847.244.2742.
Thank you,
Diane Hewitt
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Oct 7 Public Hearing on Proposal to Allow Beekeeping and Hens in Unincorporated Area
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Lake County is considering new regulations that would establish standards for keeping bees, chickens, and hoophouses in residential areas of unincorporated Lake County. The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Oct. 7, at 1 p.m. at the Central Permit Facility (500 W. Winchester Rd., Libertyville). The proposal would allow for:
* Two beehives on residential lots at least ¼ acre in area, and one additional beehive for each extra 10,000 square feet of lot area. * No more than six hens to be kept on residential lots at least ¼ acre in area. * Hoophouses, 50 square feet in size for each 10,000 square feet of residential lot area.
The Regional Planning Commission reviewed and approved the proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance, and it now moves to the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA). The ZBA will conduct the public hearing to record testimony and public comments and the County Board will make the final decision, which is expected in November.
Learn more about the benefits of local food systems.
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| Grant Helps Build Skilled Workforce for Manufacturing Jobs | Lake County and surrounding metro counties received a $2 million grant to work with employers in developing workers for high demand manufacturing jobs. The Metro Suburban Accelerated Training for Illinois Manufacturing Program (ATIM) provides manufacturers with access to qualified job candidates for high demand jobs and job seekers access to good paying jobs. Lake County is looking for organizations to participate in this training program.
More Information
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Next Phase of the Proposed Illinois Route 53/120 Project Advances
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Efforts to establish a more detailed understanding of how to fund, build, operate and maintain the proposed Route 53/120 into Lake County are moving forward. The Illinois Route 53/120 Project Blue
Ribbon Advisory Council (BRAC) met recently to discuss the next phase, which specifically includes a two-pronged effort to examine the feasibility of the project with respect to financing and land use. The next phase of work builds on the BRAC's report that recommends a four-lane, 45 mph, tolled parkway that will address specific needs for congestion relief and provide greater connectivity, as well as protect the natural environment and preserve the character of Lake County.
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Municipal Vehicle and Equipment Auction
| Saturday, Sept. 28, 9 a.m.
Lake County Fairgrounds, 19822 W. Peterson Rd., Libertyville, IL
The public is invited to attend a municipal auction which includes items such as: police cars, seized vehicles, vans, pickup trucks, trailers, computers, office equipment, bikes, and more. Event Information |
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Lake County Seeks Veterans and Civilians for U.S. Oral History Project
|  War veterans are invited to come to the Lake County courthouse in Waukegan on Veterans Day (Monday, Nov. 11), to have their oral histories recorded by official court reporters who will produce transcripts of their interviews. The typed transcripts will be archived at the Library of Congress. Registration is required. Read Press Release
Deadline to register is Oct. 1
Contact Carol Cord, a member of the Court's Administration Office at 847-377-3771
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Bike Lake County: Have you biked the Grand Illinois Trail?
| The Grand Illinois Trail (GIT) is a 500-mile loop between Lake Michigan and the Mississippi River,  using existing and proposed state and local trails. It hugs historic canals, crosses unglaciated hills, parallels the Rock and Fox Rivers, and includes one of America's first rail-trails. Two GIT alternate routes traverse Lake County through many towns, using regional bike ways like the Robert McClory Bike Path and the Millennium Trail. For more information about the GIT, scan the QR code on posted trail signs or visit GIT IDNR's website.
Send your biking stories and pictures about Lake County bike paths to bike@lakecountyil.gov.
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Exploring Farmers Markets: Pumpkin Season
| Pumpkins are more than just decoration! This fall, sweeten the season with this recipe for Pumpkin Fudge. If you're a pumpkin pie fan, then this is for you!
 PUMPKIN FUDGE
yield: 64 pieces (about 3 pounds)
prep time: 45 minutes
total time: 45 minutes
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
¾ cup unsalted butter
2/3 cup or 5-ounce can evaporated milk
½ cup canned pumpkin
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 cups white chocolate chips
1 (7 oz.) jar marshmallow creme
1 cup chopped pecans
1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS:
1. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper, leaving some hanging over the sides for easy removal.
2. Combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, pumpkin, butter and spice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, for 10 to 12 minutes or until candy thermometer reaches 234° to 240º F.
3. Quickly stir in the white chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, pecans and vanilla extract. Stir vigoriously for 1 minute or until the chocolate chips are melted. Immediately pour into the prepared pan. Let stand on wire rack for 2 hours or until completely cooled. Refrigerate tightly covered overnight. Cut into 1 inch pieces.
Recipe from BrownEyedBaker.com
This fall season, check your local farmers markets for the freshest produce and fall decor. Click here to find your local farmers market |
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