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Lake, Cook counties top state’s endangered species list May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Lake and Cook counties have more endangered and threatened species than any other counties in Illinois, according to state statistics. “People think, ‘Oh, it’s only one little thing’ ... but the more components you remove from the ecosystem, the more it will be in trouble,” said Joe Kath, the DNR’s endangered species manager.
Pending agreements move Rollins Gateway project closer to construction May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Several pending agreements will finalize details involving utility relocation and the construction and extension of a network of paths as construction nears for the massive Rollins Gateway project at Route 83 and Rollins Road in Round Lake Beach. The work will begin this summer and last two construction seasons.
O'Kelly won't quit county post despite township winApr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Veteran Lake County Board member Diana O'Kelly on Wednesday said she won't resign that post once she's sworn in as Fremont Township's supervisor in May. The Mundelein-area Republican said she'll finish her two-year county term and let voters choose her successor. Letting voters elect her successor is "the fairest thing," she said. She promised not to accept a salary for the remainder of her county and forest preserve district board service.
$126 million roadwork plan biggest ever for Lake County Mar 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Every spring can be maddening for drivers, but this year the Lake County Division of Transporation is mounting by far its biggest construction season ever. An estimated $126 milion will be spent on 32 projects to include improvements at Rollins Road and Route 83 and Fairfield Road and Route 176.
Electronic court filing coming to Lake County Mar 12, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lake County Board on Tuesday approved spending about $1 million for a consultant to develop the technology to allow for an electronic system for court records. The first part, to be rolled out in 30 to 60 days, will allow the public free online access to review case information. The second part, to debut in about six months, will allow for online filings for small claims cases. Other classifications of cases will be added to the system in increments.
Lake County transportation department turns 100 Mar 1, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lake County Division of Transportation will celebrate 100 years of service this year.
Forest board to meet Tuesday Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserve District board will meet Tuesday to discuss purchasing pet waste pickup bags, buying tree fencing and other issues.
New Lake County stormwater chairman named Jan 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Bannockburn Village President Jim Barkemeyer has been named chairman of the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission board, succeeding Stevenson Mountsier, who stepped down from the county board in 2012.
County officials to gather Friday: Jan 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Lake County Board members will meet Friday in a committee-of-the-whole session to discuss their strategic plan and to review the agenda for next week’s board meeting.
Chairman: Lake County Board ‘best place to serve’ Dec 24, 2012 12:00 AM
Only 30 years old, Aaron Lawlor has spent a third of his life in political office. Recently named the chairman of the Lake County Board, Lawlor talked to the Daily Herald about why he ran for the post, his goals and his political aspirations. "I've never had a problem holding my own regardless of my age. We need leaders who bring diverse perspectives and work toward better outcomes for our county," he said.
Lake County Board meets Tuesday Dec 6, 2012 12:00 AM
The Lake County Board will meet at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11, to approve committee assignments and discuss other business.
Aaron Lawlor’s speech to the county board Dec 3, 2012 12:00 AM
This is the text of Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor's acceptance speech.
Route 53 extension a top priority for new Lake County Board chairmanDec 3, 2012 12:00 AM
Lake County Commissioner Aaron Lawlor was elected the new county board chairman this morning following a vote by its members. He replaces Commissioner David Stolman of Buffalo Grove, who opted not to seek another term. "I am so grateful to lead this body," Lawlor said. "There's a lot of change on this board today, but our priorities remain the same."
Aaron Lawlor to challenge David Stolman for Lake County Board leadership Nov 29, 2012 12:00 AM
Aaron Lawlor, the Lake County Board's youngest member, will challenge one of its most experienced members for the chairmanship during a special meeting Monday, officials have confirmed. The faceoff between the two Republicans will be the first interparty showdown for the big chair since 1998, when the GOP's James LaBelle unseated Chairman Robert L. Grever.
Lake County board approves loan for courthouse project Nov 21, 2012 12:00 AM
The Lake County Board on Tuesday approved a proposal to borrow up to $90 million to expand the main courthouse in downtown Waukegan and the juvenile justice center near Vernon Hills.
7 Lake County Board members, other officials honored for service Nov 20, 2012 12:00 AM
Seven outgoing Lake County Board members were honored for their service Tuesday, the last meeting before newly elected officials take over next month. Three countywide politicians were similarly honored. County Clerk Willard Helander read resolutions that detailed the accomplishments of each of the departing commissioners.
Lake County paratransit service: Nov 16, 2012 12:00 AM
Lake County Board officials are considering a plan that would expand paratransit services in Antioch, Avon, Fremont, Grant, Lake Villa and Wauconda townships.
Lake County courthouse expansion plan moving forward Nov 13, 2012 12:00 AM
A planned multimillion-dollar expansion of Lake County's main courthouse could trigger an economic and employment boom in downtown Waukegan, proponents said Tuesday. The proposal calls for the county to borrow up to $90 million to help fund the construction of new courtrooms, the renovation of existing courtrooms and other improvements.
GOP retains majority on Lake County Board Nov 11, 2012 12:00 AM
Despite big wins by Democratic candidates across the suburbs, control of the Lake County Board will remain in Republican hands. Because of redistricting and a remapping process that shrunk the board from 23 to 21 members, every seat was up for election last week. When the ballots were counted, 13 Republicans and eight Democrats were victorious.
Newcomers elected as Lake County coroner, circuit court clerk Nov 6, 2012 12:00 AM
Democrat Thomas Rudd will be Lake County's next coroner, edging Republican Steve Newton in Tuesday's election. In other countywide races, Keith Brin won the race for Circuit Court Clerk and Mary Ellen Vanderventer won re-election as Recorder of Deeds.