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Posted on: September 7, 2023

$135.2 Million in ARPA Funds Has Been Allocated

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Lake County has allocated all of $135.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds it received from the federal government. The projects funded demonstrate the Lake County Board's commitment to address immediate pandemic response needs and pursuing ...

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2023 - Redesign - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Cheif County Assessment Spotlight

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2023 Chief County Assessment - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Clerk Spotlight

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2023 Clerk - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Coroner Spotlight

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2023 Coroner - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Health Spotlight

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2023 Health - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Planning Spotlight

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2023 Planning - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Public Works Spotlight

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2023 Public Works - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Recording Division Spotlight

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2023 Recording Division - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Secretario Spotlight

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2023 Secretario del Condado - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Sheriff Spotlight

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2023 Sheriff - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Stormwater Spotlight

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2023 Stormwater - Spotlight
Posted on: November 28, 2023

Groundbreaking Kicks Off Haryan Farm Stormwater Project

The completed project will directly improve drainage for 84 homes and alleviate standing flood water on several roads, including Washington and Lake Streets.

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Transportation Spotlight

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2023 Transportation - Spotlight

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

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Treasurer Spotlight

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2023 Treasurer - Spotlight

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Posted on: April 13, 2023

Exemption Updates

As of tax year 2023 (payable in 2024) the below exemptions will be updated as follows:

  • General Homestead Exemption will increase from $6000 to $8000. 
  • Senior Homestead Exemption will increase from $5000 to $8000. 
  • Standard Homestead Exempti...
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Posted on: October 10, 2018

Voter Information Guide

Guides were delivered in your local paper on October 18. Printed copies are available at your library, park district, municipal office, or township center.

View the online Voter Information Guide County Clerk News

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Posted on: December 7, 2023

Leaders Spotlight Plan to Address $730 Million Transit Funding Crisis

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Lake County joined leaders from across the region to spotlight proposed solutions to northeastern Illinois’ transit funding crisis. The recommendations are part of the recently completed Plan of Action for Regional Transit (PART). The PART outli...

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Posted on: December 5, 2023

Meet the Dogs of Lake County

You may know Dax and Hitch, but what about Simba, Odin or Tera? They provide comfort, help patrol our county to keep us safe, and more. Check this Special Dog Edition of our “Did You Know” series and meet all 12 extraordinary dogs working at Lake County.

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Posted on: December 1, 2023

Warming Centers Open in Lake County

As temperatures drop, residents who do not have access to heat can utilize a warming center. Use the County's warming center locator to get relief from the extreme temperatures this winter. Note it is recommended to call first before arrival.

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Posted on: September 17, 2023

New Strategic Plan Adopted

The new strategic plan details six strategic priorities that will help the county further its mission to provide exceptional services and support for people, communities, and the environment.

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Posted on: November 28, 2023

"Remember and Commit" World AIDS Day Event on December 1st

Each year, on December 1st, we commemorate World AIDS Day. This important awareness day is a time to reflect on and celebrate the global progress in the HIV/AIDS journey, recognize the challenges remaining, and honor the lives lost.

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Posted on: July 5, 2023

Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Lake County

Mosquito “pools” (batches of mosquitoes) sampled on June 27, 2023 in Bannockburn, Lake Villa, and Vernon Hills have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). These mosquito pools are the first confirmed indicators of WNV presence in Lake County in 2023.

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Posted on: May 26, 2023

Health Department Urges Lake County Residents to Swim Safely

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the summer. If you are swimming at your local pool or enjoying time at your favorite beach, it is important to protect yourself from illness, prevent the spread of gems, and practice safe swimming.

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Posted on: May 12, 2023

Health Department Hosts Hepatitis Testing Event in Waukegan

For National Hepatitis Testing Day, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center and its partners will host a free community event to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote the prevention, care, and treatment of hepatitis

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Posted on: January 5, 2023

Interested in a scholarship for training or paid work experience?

Are you unemployed or underemployed? You may qualify for free training or a paid work experience under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).  Log into the Virtual Information Session, watch a short video clip, and apply for funding...

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Posted on: December 6, 2023

Sheriff’s Special Investigations Group Arrest 12 Men in Human Trafficking Suppression Operation

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Group (SIG), a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) funded task force, arrested 12 men in a recent human trafficking suppression operation.

SIG conducted an operation specifically ta...

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Sheriff's Office News
Posted on: December 3, 2023

Man Charged with DUI After Crashing into Building

Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a man for driving under the influence of alcohol, after he crashed into a building overnight.  

On December 3, 2023, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies responded t...

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Sheriff's Office News
Posted on: November 29, 2023

Sheriff’s Office Investigating Homicide

Sheriff’s Detectives are investigating a death, where a woman was left on the side of a roadway in Old Mill Creek.

On November 29, 2023, at approximately 7:00 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Hunt Club Road south of Rou...

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Sheriff's Office News
Posted on: November 20, 2023

Serious Unincorporated Round Lake Traffic Crash

Sheriff’s Traffic Crash Investigators continue investigating an early morning traffic crash that occurred in unincorporated Round Lake.

On November 20, 2023, at approximately 6:30 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Fairfi...

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Sheriff's Office News
Posted on: November 19, 2023

Thanksgiving Traffic Safety Campaign

This Thanksgiving, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office is joining the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement to ensure holiday travelers are buckled up and driving sober with a “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive ...

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Sheriff's Office News
Posted on: November 18, 2023

Sheriff’s Deputies Apprehend Carjacker

Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies captured and arrested a man following a carjacking that occurred in Long Grove.

On November 18, 2023, at approximately 11:30 a.m. a 58-year-old woman of Long Grove was pumping gas at a gas station in the 200 block o...

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Sheriff's Office News
Posted on: November 17, 2023

Fatal Newport Township Traffic Crash

Lake County Sheriff’s Traffic Crash Investigators continue investigating a morning fatal traffic crash in Newport Township, near Zion.

On November 17, 2023, at approximately 8:45 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to R...

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Posted on: November 8, 2023

SMC Regulatory Division Update

Please refer to the updated Community Status list for SMC’s assigned permit engineer, wetland specialist and inspector for project submittals and coordination. We have also updated the Contact List for Communities that identifies the EO and CWS ...

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Stormwater Management Commission News

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Posted on: October 17, 2023

North Avenue to Close for Railroad Crossing Improvements

The railroad crossing on North Avenue in Antioch will be closed at 7 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 23 for necessary crossing improvements. The project will improve the roadway's ride quality, drainage system, and sidewalk.

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