Attention Seniors

To begin filing your application for the Senior Freeze Exemption, click the link below to log in to our Smartfile E-filing Portal.

Lake County Board of Review Providing Commenting Period for 2021 Rules

The Lake County Board of Review will be accepting comments and/or suggestions regarding their Rules for the 2021 appeal season. All suggestions or comments for the Board’s consideration should be submitted to the Board of Review by the end of bu...

Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Information

Property owners age 65 and older who have total household incomes of $65,000 or less are encouraged to apply for the Senior Citizen’s Assessment Freeze.  While applications were not required for this program in 2020 due to the COVID-19 ...

Property Tax Relief

There are homestead exemptions for Seniors, Veterans, and Disabled Persons, and a General Homestead Exemption that most owner occupied residences can receive. For eligibility requirements and forms please visit our Tax Relief page. 

Reapertura limitada de la oficina de la Secretaria del Condado de Lake programada para el 6 de julio

Procedimientos para ingresar a los edificios del Condado de Lake

A partir del 1º de junio del 2020, cualquier persona que ingrese a los edificios del condado deberá utilizar una cubierta protectora para la cara. Usted deberá ...

Lake County Local Elections

Lake County Clerk Robin O'Connor breaks down some of the Lake County local elections taking place today and why she expects a great voter turnout.

Greenbook Information

As the Lake County Clerk’s tax department is shifting to more critical priorities, Greenbook bids will not be processed until June 2021. Additionally, the updated Greenbook is still being scheduled for July 2021. Any current Greenbook bids not y...

Take Notices for Tax Sale 2021 – Updated

As a reminder, for the recent tax sale on February 15, 2021, all registered tax buyers are required to produce their own Take Notices as the County Clerk’s office will not be providing the service for this cycle. As we always recommend tax buyers consult ...

Lake County Clerk's Limited Reopening on July 6, 2020

Procedures for Entering Lake County Buildings

As of June 1, 2020, face coverings are required for anyone entering the County buildings. You must bring own face covering.

Social Distancing Requirements

• Customer Service lines – Families/partners may ...

Virtual Public Hearings on Adult-Use Cannabis Businesses in Unincorporated Lake County

The Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) invites the public to provide input as it considers proposed zoning amendments that would permit adult-use cannabis businesses in unincorporated Lake County subject to certain restrictions.

County Board Chair Sandy Hart Appoints Catherine Sbarra to Fill District 19 Board Vacancy

At the April 13 County Board meeting, Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart appointed Lake Zurich resident Catherine Sbarra to fill the District 19 County Board seat left vacant by the resignation of former board member Craig Taylor in March.

Join Us April 21 for a Virtual Town Hall

Hosted by Board Chair Sandy Hart, panelists will discuss the most current information about the COVID-19 vaccine, Lake County's new Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program and other topical issues, and answer questions from the community.

Qualified Candidates Sought for Lake County Regional Superintendent of Schools

Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Lake County Regional Superintendent of Schools left vacant by the resignation of Roycealee Wood, who recently stepped down due to health reasons.

Lake County Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program Now Open

Beginning today, Lake County renters who face financial hardship related to COVID-19 may apply for the new Lake County Federal Emergency Rental Assistance (FERA) Program, which provides help for individuals paying rent and/or utility bills.

Spring Hydrant Flushing Begins April 5

Lake County Public Works will conduct its semi-annual water hydrant flushing program beginning April 5, weather permitting.

The process will be performed daily, Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., per the hydrant flushing schedule and will co...

Stearns School Road to Close as Illinois Tollway Rebuilds Bridge over Tri-State Tollway (I-94)

The Illinois Tollway has informed the Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) that a full closure of the Stearns School Road Bridge is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 15 as part of a project to replace the 70‐year‐old bridge over the Tri‐State ...

Temporary Open Burning Restrictions in Unincorporated Lake County

The Lake County Board voted on March 9 to reinstate a temporary emergency ordinance that is effective through June 9, 2021, which allows open burning in unincorporated Lake County from sunrise to sunset only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The ordi...

Health Department Pauses Use of Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) Vaccine

The Lake County Health Department is pausing the use of the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 vaccine following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and as required by the Illinois Department of P...

Health Department Announces Baxter-Sponsored COVID-19 Vaccination Site in Round Lake Beach

The Lake County Health Department and partners Baxter and Curative are pleased to announce the opening of a new COVID-19 vaccination site on April 20, 2021, in Round Lake Beach, Illinois.

Mobile COVID-19 Testing Offered in Lake County

The Lake County Health Department is announcing that free Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) testing is coming to Mundelein and Highland Park. A mobile testing unit managed by the Illinois Department of Public Health will be stationed in the county.

Health Department Expands Phase 1b Plus Vaccine Opportunities

The Health Department has expanded availability of appointments at the Lake County Fairgrounds to those eligible in Phase 1b Plus, including essential workers and people age 16-64 with comorbidities, underlying health conditions, and disabilities.

Over 12,500 Lake County Education Staff and Childcare Workers Vaccinated for COVID-19

The Lake County Health Department is celebrating its partnership with 45 Lake County public school districts to vaccinate over 12,500 private and public education staff and childcare workers in just two months.

First Case of Brazil COVID-19 Variant Identified in Lake County

The Lake County Health Department is reporting the first case of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) P.1 variant (Brazil) in Lake County. Health Department staff are investigating. The person’s travel history is not known at this time.

Health Department Expands Phase 1a and Phase 1b Vaccine Opportunities

The Lake County Health Department is announcing that beginning the week of February 15, 2021, COVID-19 vaccination appointments at the Lake County Fairgrounds will begin being offered to seniors ages 65 and older who are registered in the AllVax system.

First Case of COVID-19 Variant Identified in Lake County

The Lake County Health Department is reporting the first case of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) variant B.1.1.7 in Lake County.

AllVax Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to your frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine and the Lake County AllVax Portal.

North Suburban Region 9 Returns to Phase 4 in the Restore Illinois Plan

Effective February 3, North Suburban Region 9, which includes Lake and McHenry Counties, has met the criteria set by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to move from Tier 1 mitigations to Phase 4 under the State’s Restore Illinois Plan.

North Suburban Region 9 Returns to Tier 1 Mitigation for COVID-19

Effective January 26, North Suburban Region 9 has met the criteria set by the IDPH to move from Tier 2 to Tier 1 mitigations under the State’s Restore Illinois Resurgence Plan.

Lake County Health Department Continues Vaccinations for Healthcare Workers

The Lake County Health Department is announcing that it will continue providing COVID-19 vaccinations to Phase 1a healthcare personnel at its Lake County Fairgrounds site. Starting January 25, some area providers may begin vaccinating Phase 1b.

Health Department Offering Drive-Thru COVID-19 Vaccination by Appointment at Lake County Fairgrounds

The Lake County Health Department announced that starting the week of January 18, they will begin providing COVID-19 vaccinations by appointment through AllVax at the Lake County Fairgrounds located at 1060 East Peterson Road in Grayslake.

NIPHC Supports Governor Pritzker's Effort to Expand Access to the COVID-19 Vaccine

NIPHC, whose local public health agencies serve over nine million residents, or more than two-thirds of the State of Illinois’ population, acknowledge and support the effort by Governor Pritzker to expand access to the COVID-19 vaccine.

Town Hall Meeting Featured Answers to Vaccine Questions

Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart hosted a virtual town hall meeting with LCHD Executive Director Mark Pfister and Medical Epidemiologist Dr. Sana Ahmed to answer questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, including the timeline, vaccine safety and more.

Over 175,000 Registered for COVID-19 Vaccination in Lake County

There has been incredible interest expressed in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine from those who live and work in Lake County. The Lake County AllVax Portal has now exceeded 175,000 registrants, or the equivalence of 25% of Lake County’s population.

Lake County AllVax Portal is Now Open

The Lake County Health Department is pleased to announce that the Lake County AllVax Portal is open. All Lake County residents can now register to be notified when a COVID-19 vaccine is available to them.

Health Department Urges Staying Home as COVID-19 Infections Quadruple

The Lake County Health Department is urging the public to avoid social gatherings and stay home as much as possible to slow the rapid resurgence of COVID-19.

Answer the Call to Slow the Spread of COVID-19

When a COVID-19 case is reported to the Health Department, staff attempt to reach the infected person within 24 hours to gather information, provide guidance, and offer support while the person isolates and recovers. 

Health Department staff help ...

North Suburban Region 9 to Enter Mitigation for COVID-19

Today, Gov. Pritzker and the IDPH announced that COVID-19 resurgence mitigations will be implemented in the North Suburban Region 9, which includes Lake and McHenry Counties, beginning 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2020.

Health Department Recommends Virtual Learning

The Lake County Health Department is reporting 'substantial' community transmission of COVID-19. To protect residents and slow the spread of COVID-19, the Health Department is recommending that K-12 schools in Lake County transition to virtual learning.

North Suburban Region 9 COVID-19 Trends May Trigger Mitigation

The North Suburban Region 9, which includes Lake and McHenry Counties, is nearing thresholds set by the State of Illinois that could trigger new mitigation measures in the region as early as next week.

Health Department Coronavirus Alert

The Health Department is currently investigating several COVID-19 cases linked to adult volleyball leagues. So far, 14 people who played or watched volleyball at Jesse Oaks Food & Drink in Gages Lake in September have tested positive for COVID-19.

COVID-19 Cases Rising in Lake and McHenry Counties

COVID-19 Cases Rising in Lake and McHenry Counties

Cases among teens and young adults, business-related complaints rising

Public health officials in Lake and McHenry Counties are urging the public to take action to slow the spread of COVID-19. As ...

Lake and McHenry Counties United Against Resurgence of COVID-19

Lake and McHenry County officials are working together to slow the recent resurgence of COVID-19. The two counties make up the North Suburban Region identified under a plan recently rolled out by the State of Illinois.

COVID-19 Testing and Investigation Continues in Lake Zurich

The Health Department continues to work closely with Lake Zurich School District 95 in response to multiple cases of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) identified last week among participants of high school athletic camps and recent social gatherings.

COVID-19 Cases Rising Among Younger Lake County Residents

The Lake County Health Department is reporting an upward trend in new COVID-19 cases among teenagers and young adults in the past two weeks.

Health Department and Partners Work to Address Health Disparities

The Lake County Health Department continues to work alongside community partners to address higher rates of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) infections occurring in Lake County's African American and Latino communities.

Lake County Officials Warn of Contact Tracing Scams

Lake County officials are warning residents of contact tracing scams where criminals pretend to be contact tracers to steal vital information like social security numbers and banking information over the phone, via email, and text message.

Lake County Health Department Expands COVID-19 Testing in Long-Term Care Facilities

The Lake County Health Department is now facilitating Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) testing for residents and staff of long-term care facilities throughout the county.

Lake County Enters Phase 3 of Restore Illinois Plan

As part of the Northeast region, Lake County entered Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois plan today. Governor J.B. Pritzker announced he is signing a new executive order to reflect these changes while extending the state of emergency for another 30 days. The ...

Gov. Pritzker Announces Illinois Contact Tracing Collaborative

On May 18, 2020, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced the Illinois Contact Tracing Collaborative, a locally-driven approach to scale up contact tracing in Illinois. The Lake County Health Department was among two local health departments in the state chosen t...

Gov. Pritzker Extends Stay-At-Home Order to May 30

On Thursday, April 23, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced he would extend the stay-at-home order through May 30, with some modifications taking effect on May 1.

Roll up Your Sleeve to Fight Flu!

Now is the time to roll up your sleeve and get your influenza (flu) vaccine. The vaccine takes approximately two weeks to build up your immune system’s defense. 

While flu and COVID-19 share many characteristics, one key difference is th...

Ethylene Oxide Update - October 9, 2020

On June 16, 2020, the Lake County Health Department (LCHD) posted the last set of results from the final phase (Phase III) of EtO air monitoring, which included samples collected between April 4 and May 7, 2020. 

In the last data set, there were f...

Ethylene Oxide Air Monitoring Program Concludes

The Health Department, Village of Gurnee, and City of Waukegan have received the final set of results from the last phase of outdoor air monitoring for ethylene oxide (EtO) near Vantage Specialty Chemicals in Gurnee and Medline Industries in Waukegan.

Racism is a Public Health Issue

Our skin is the largest organ in the body, designed to shield and protect us from the elements of the outside world. Its color is determined by the amount of melanin produced by a specific cell in our body and the reaction to sunlight. Throughout history,...

Read the latest Success newsletter!

The latest Success Newsletter describes three individuals who landed employment during the pandemic and now work in the healthcare, finance, and IT fields.   Read their stories in the Success Newsletter vol. 21 ed. 1

Summer Youth Employment Program 2021

Applications for the summer program will be available from Monday, March 1 to Friday, April 30 on the Job Center website.  

 To qualify for employment, youth must be:

• Age 14 to 18 (by April 15) OR age 14 to 22 with an Indi...

WIOA training

Lake County Workforce Development qualifies jobseekers for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) training funds available through the U.S. Department of Labor. The goal is to help unemployed and underemployed individuals gain skills necessary to...

Virtual Public Hearings on Adult-Use Cannabis Businesses in Unincorporated Lake County

The Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) invites the public to provide input as it considers proposed zoning amendments that would permit adult-use cannabis businesses in unincorporated Lake County subject to certain restrictions.

Lake County Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program Now Open

Beginning today, Lake County renters who face financial hardship related to COVID-19 may apply for the new Lake County Federal Emergency Rental Assistance (FERA) Program, which provides help for individuals paying rent and/or utility bills.

Temporary Open Burning Restrictions in Unincorporated Lake County

The Lake County Board voted on March 9 to reinstate a temporary emergency ordinance that is effective through June 9, 2021, which allows open burning in unincorporated Lake County from sunrise to sunset only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The ordi...

Sanitary Sewer Project at Wilson and Rollins Road

This spring, Lake County Public Works will be rehabilitating its sanitary sewer infrastructure under the intersection of Wilson and Rollins Road. The project consists of repairing and lining a critical sewer junction chamber located under the intersection...

Water Tower Rehabilitation in Prairie Pointe

Lake County Public Works will be rehabilitating the Brooks Farm Water Tower located in the Prairie Pointe neighborhood of unincorporated Round Lake beginning in April/May. Construction will last for about three months.

Spring Hydrant Flushing Begins April 5

Lake County Public Works will conduct its semi-annual water hydrant flushing program beginning April 5, weather permitting.

The process will be performed daily, Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., per the hydrant flushing schedule and will co...

Lake County Sheriff’s Office Adding New Canine Team, Need Youth’s Assistance in Naming New Canine

Sheriff John D. Idleburg is excited to announce the addition of a new Lake County Sheriff’s Office Canine.  

The sheriff’s office is in the final process of selecting the newest addition, which will be a German Shepherd between...

Fatal Deer Park Traffic Crash

On April 8, 2021, at approximately 9:35 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to Route 12 and Deer Park Boulevard, Deer Park, for a traffic crash with injuries.  Sheriff’s deputies arrived and located three vehi...

Woman Charged After Biting and Injuring Sheriff’s Deputy

A Lake County Sheriff’s Deputy was injured when a woman bit him while he was attempting to provide her with paperwork from an earlier incident.

On April 2, 2021, at approximately 9:00 p.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched...

Two Lake Villa Township Men Arrested After Found with Stolen Car, Firearms

On March 29, 2021, at approximately 8:00 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a residence in the 37100 block of Piper Lane, Unincorporated Lake Villa, during a stolen vehicle investigation.  Sheriff’s deputies loc...

Lake County Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Distracted Driving Awareness Month

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office is urging drivers to drop their phone and focus on the road.  

“Operating a vehicle on the roadway is a serious responsibility which can have dead...

SMC Updated Fee Schedule & PJD/BV Request Form Effective April 1, 2021

To: Enforcement Officers, Certified Wetland Specialists & Other Interested Parties

Re: SMC Updated Fee Schedule & PJD/BV Request Form Effective April 1, 2021

The Stormwater Management Commission (SMC) approved an updated fee schedule on April 1, 202...

Request for Proposals: Construction RFP Beach Park Streambank and Ravine Bluff Construction Project

The Beach Park Streambank and Ravine Bluff Construction Project consists of the temporary dewatering of the creek, stabilizing the streambank and regrading and stabilizing the ravine slope from 9950 & 9968 Marguerite Lane properties to Bull Creek. The...

Buyout Support Admin Internship Opportunity

Are you interested in stormwater management and looking for a summer internship? We may have just the opportunity for you! We are seeking an intern to assist with administrative support for the SMC Buyout Program. The Buyout Support Admin Intern will be i...

Upper Des Plaines River Engineering Impact Analysis

In June 2018, the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission (SMC) entered into a contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. to study the Upper Des Plaines River Watershed (DPRW) within Wisconsin and the potential impacts in Wisconsin and Illi...

Deep Lake Road Improvement Project

Starting April 19, 2021, the community can provide feedback through an interactive website on potential improvements to Deep Lake Road from IL Route 173 to the Wisconsin State Line in the Village of Antioch and unincorporated Lake County.

This is an opport...

Stearns School Road to Close as Illinois Tollway Rebuilds Bridge over Tri-State Tollway (I-94)

The Illinois Tollway has informed the Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) that a full closure of the Stearns School Road Bridge is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 15 as part of a project to replace the 70‐year‐old bridge over the Tri‐State ...

Requesting a tax bill online

If you need a receipt for tax purposes, you will still be able to access the CALENDAR YEAR TAX PAYMENTS, in the reports menu for a copy of your receipt for the 2019 tax amount. 

If you require further assistance please submit a ticket or contact a...

2019 tax payments

The Treasurer's office is no longer collecting taxes for the 2019 tax year (payable in 2020).  Please contact the County Clerk for payment amounts and requirements.  Their number is 847-377-2400. Information on the 2020 taxes (p...

Coming soon...eBilling to receive your tax bill via email!

While we're on an improvement streak, in our mission to save taxpayer money and leave a better environment for our children, the Treasurer's office is launching a new e-billing option that allows you to receive your tax bill via email be...

Fiscally Fit in 2021

Treasurer Kim is hosting "Fiscally Fit in 2021" with local banks in Lake County. These classes teach healthy money habits for our wallets.

Classes, dates and descriptions:

$0 eCheck online

Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim announced a new free online payment option for property taxes. Starting on January 4, 2021, Lake County property owners can use the electronic check payment option without paying a fee by accessing the electronic payment po...