In the News
Recent Lake County news releases
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Newsletter — July 31, 2020
07/31/2020 05:00 PM CDT
Vote from the Safety and Comfort of Home
07/31/2020 03:16 PM CDT
Lake County Board seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
By Yadira Sanchez Olson, Lake County News-Sun, September 11, 2020
More than two dozen residents, including members of environmental groups such as the Sierra Club and STOP EtO in Lake County, voiced strong support for a resolution passed by the Lake County Board that aims to attain net zero greenhouse gas emissions in phases.
On Tuesday, the Climate Action Plan Resolution passed almost unanimously, with only one “present” vote by board member Brent Paxton.
Be Counted in the 2020 Census, Election Judges Wanted, Vote By Mail, and more
Dear Neighbors,
Lake County Government has disbursed millions of federal CARES Act dollars across the county to agencies and non-profits that are directly assisting residents with food, shelter, and utility payments. I am pleased to announce that Lake County has begun distributing CARES Act monies to non-profits and small businesses to assist them in purchasing personal protective equipment and crucial items necessary for them to protect their employees, clients, and customers.
$105 Million for COVID-19 Recovery, Lake and McHenry Counties Unite to Prevent COVID-19 Resurgence, Restaurant Rally Event and more
Dear Neighbor,
I hope this email finds you and yours safe and healthy! In this uncertain time, I am so proud of the work Lake County Government is doing, and I feel very fortunate to work with outstanding professionals who are so dedicated to helping others.
On the Issues
Environment
Sandy is committed to preserving and improving the natural environment of Lake County, including air quality, water quality, and stormwater management. In addition to her positions as board member for District 13 and County Board Chairwoman, Sandy is a member of the Lake County Forest Preserve District.
Mental Health
Sandy has a long-standing focus on helping those living with serious mental illness, particularly those in the criminal justice system.
Ethics, Accountability, and Efficiency
All government officials must be accountable to the public. Sandy has introduced several new initiatives and policies to tighten controls and oversight.
Roads and Infrastructure
Lake County has pressing infrastructure needs, and it is important to work closely with Springfield to secure funding where possible. In June 2019 Sandy met with Governor Pritzker to discuss Lake County’s infrastructure needs, and she joined other Lake County leaders to present these needs before the Illinois Senate Subcommittee on Capital hearing that was held here in Lake County.