Reduced well water testing fee:

Until March 12, the Lake County Health Department is offering a reduced rate for well water testing for private well owners. During this time, the normal $16 analysis fee for testing for bacteria and nitrates will be reduced to $10. Sterile test bottles and sampling instructions are available at the Lake County Central Permit Facility in Libertyville, the main health department office at 3010 Grand Ave., Waukegan, or at 16 separate township or municipal offices throughout Lake County. For a list of locations, call (847) 377-8020. About 90,000 Lake County residents rely on groundwater from aquifers to supply their private wells.