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Tax Assessment Notices for Benton and Zion Townships
| 2014 Assessment Notices will be in the mail next week for Benton Township and Zion Township. Also, any properties in these townships that received a change in value due to something other than equalization will be published in the Lake County News Sun on July 16, 2014. Please visit our website for more information. The final filing date to appeal in these townships will be August 15, 2014.
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Job Search Opportunities
| Unemployment Insurance
The Illinois Department of Employment Security handles unemployment claims electronically. Visit www.ides.illinois.gov or call 800.244.5631 with unemployment questions.
Job Search Assistance
Job seekers can get help finding a job or may qualify for training in a new field. Find out more at the Job Center of Lake County.
5 Steps to Your Next Job Workshop Week
July 21 - 25, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Job Center of Lake County, 1 N. Genesee St. Waukegan
Call 847.377.3439 to reserve a seat. These workshops fill up early! |
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State Drops Appeal in Elections Commission Case
| The Illinois Attorney General's Office has dropped its appeal of a circuit court ruling that found the state law mandating the creation of an elections commission in Lake County to be unconstitutional special legislation. More information.
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Low-Cost Pet Vaccinations
|  Low-Cost Pet Vaccination season is in full swing with an upcoming opportunity on Saturday, July 12 in Zion. The Lake County Health Department's Animal Care and Control program offers clinics throughout the spring and summer to provide a convenient and affordable way for pet owners to keep their pets up to date on vaccinations. Learn more
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Board Seeks Proposals for Lease and Replacement of the Winchester House Nursing Home
|  In an effort to ensure Winchester House's long-standing tradition of providing high-quality care continues and to pursue a replacement facility, the Lake County Board took action to begin the process of leasing the skilled nursing facility to a private company. The County will seek proposals from private operators to lease the existing facility in Libertyville for two years, while the company becomes the licensed operator and explores building a new facility in the county. Learn More and watch video.
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Free Community Garden Tour
| Sponsored by Illinois Dunesland Garden Club
Saturday, July 12, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Enjoy a free, self-guided tour of beautiful gardens in the Zion, Winthrop Harbor and Beach Park area. Start with registration at the Zion-Benton Public Library to receive a map and register to win raffle prizes, and then explore the gardens at your own pace. Garden club members will welcome visitors at each address and gardeners will be there to answer questions and share ideas. For more information contact Beth Dermody at 847.746.8767
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Lake County Convenes Consolidated 911 Working Group
| This month, County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor convened a working group made up of fire, police, municipal and other leaders to discuss opportunities to consolidate 911 dispatch centers. An integrated 911 system has the opportunity to improve quality, efficiency, and provide cost savings. The idea came out of the first-ever Leaders Summit and subsequent Leaders Roundtables that were hosted by Lake County and municipal partners earlier this year. Over the coming months, we will be bringing together stakeholders to discuss how to further develop this initiative.
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Tell us Why You Like Lake County
| Please take our Lake County Life survey and tell us your top five reasons for living, working and playing in Lake County. Sign up to Idea Exchange, our online center for community input with your email address, Facebook or Twitter, and start sharing your ideas today!
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Lake County Fair Returns to Fairgrounds, July 23 - 27
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 Enjoy five days of fun at the Lake County Fair including food vendors, carnival rides, farm animals and a petting zoo, motocross, a demolition derby, the Chicago Flower & Garden Show, dozens of vendors and so much more. New this year is the lawn mower racing on Saturday and a craft beer festival on Sunday. Please visit the website for updated information.
Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Rd., Grayslake
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Construction Begins on I-94 and Grand Ave. Interchange
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 Motorists that use the interchange at Grand Ave. and I-94 should be prepared for some big changes as this two year reconstruction project gets underway. It begins the week of July 7 with the closure of eastbound I-94 ramp to westbound Grand Ave. This is the first of four scheduled ramp reconstructions scheduled for this year to improve safety and extend the life of the roadway. Visit the Illinois Tollway for more information. |
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Mortgage Relief Project Outreach Event
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The Mortgage Relief Project is part of the Illinois Foreclosure Prevention Network and can help you take advantage of programs to help lower your mortgage, avoid foreclosure and keep your home. Get Free housing counseling and learn how to recognize the tell-tale signs of mortgage fraud. Download flyer for a list of items you will need to bring with you. To register for the event or for more information, call 1.800.532.8785 or visit www.idfpr.com. Saturday, August 2, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (registration until noon)
W. J. Murphy Elementary School
220 North Greenwood Drive, Round Lake Park
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Forest Preserves Events and News
|  Gospelfest
Sunday, July 13, 3-7 pm
Greenbelt Cultural Center, North Chicago
Be inspired by Lake County's best gospel voices. This free, annual event showcases choirs, solo performances and praise dancers that will bring you to your feet.
 Bug Invasion Threatens Tree Populations
The Emerald Ash Borer has killed millions of ash trees, costing municipalities, property owners, nurseries and forest products industries tens of millions of dollars. Learn about the warning signs, how to report an infected tree and what you can do to help! |
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 I consider it an honor to be able to serve the Waukegan, Gurnee, Beach Park and Zion communities as your District 2 Board Member. I hope this newsletter provides you with an insight to Lake County news, local topics and a way for you to connect with neighbors and fellow residents.
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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Quick Links
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Board Meeting Agendas, Job Center, Lake County Jobs , Forest Preserve Jobs, Workforce Development, Veterans Assistance, County Clerk, County Assessor, Village of Beach Park, City of Zion, Village of Gurnee, City of Waukegan
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