The Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT) is hosting an open house to begin the process of studying potential improvements to the intersection of Fremont Center Road and IL Route 60, as well as the area bounded by Peterson Road, IL Route 60 and IL Route 83 in the villages of Grayslake and Mundelein, and Fremont Township. The purpose of the meeting is to introduce the project to the public, present the project schedule, and seek public input regarding transportation issues and concerns in the study area. No options or alternatives will be presented at the meeting. Representatives from LCDOT and the project team will be present to discuss the project and answer any questions. Unfortunately I will be out of town and will not be able to attend this this meeting.

The meeting will be held  March 18, 5 - 7 p.m.at the Fremont Intermediate School, 28754 N. Fremont Center Road, Mundelein, IL

The meeting will be accessible to persons with a disability. Anyone in need of special assistance and planning to attend should contact project manager Darrell Kuntz at 847.377.7400.

With spring just around the corner, construction will resume shortly on Peterson Road and on Illinois Route 83. It is currently anticipated construction crews will begin work in the first full week of April when the weather stabilizes. When construction begins, a lane in each direction will be closed on Peterson Road throughout the construction limits. In addition, lane reductions on Illinois Route 83 will also be necessary. As the start date approaches and the work plan is finalized, more information regarding start dates and lane configurations will be posted. at www.peterson83.com

Please note periodic work on the new traffic signals as well as other off the shoulder work may be scheduled before the lanes are fully closed in April. Please continue to use caution and watch for workers when driving though the site.

According to the Lake County Department of Transportation, the Hawley Road  projects Final Construction plans and specifications are currently on schedule for a May 19, 2015 letting, with an anticipated start of construction in early August of this year.

The Village of Mundelein is currently in the process of securing the last few pieces of right-of-way needed for the project to make the May 19, 2015 letting.

If any unforeseen complications arise, the letting date and start of construction date will need to be revaluated.

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Early Voting for the April 7 election begins March 23 - April 4.  If you live in Fremont Township, your early voting location is the Fremont Library.

You can vote early Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm and on 

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Saturday, April 18 9am-1pm

Electronics and paper shredding will begin at 9am.  Cars will line-up on the south end of the shopping center near Cozy Feet and be directed through the line.  The event concludes at 1pm. 

For paper shredding, the following is acceptable: Staples, paper clips, small binder clips, manila envelopes, window envelopes, generally any type of paper product.

Unacceptable items include three ring binders (three hole punch), and any type of heavy metal.

Maximum paper acceptance is 4 copy paper size boxes or 10 jewel bags.

Free AARP tax preparation at the Fremont Library for seniors and those with low incomes. Registration is required. Call 847-918-3225 to schedule an appointment.

Boy Scout Troop 303 Mulch Fundraiser 

The boys of Scout Troop 303 are selling bags of premium mulch to earn their way to summer camp and other Scouting adventures. They deliver the "mulch" bags to your home (min 10 bags for free delivery) and also offer "mulch" installation too (additional fee applies).

Accepting Mulch orders: March - April 27 

Delivery & Install Dates: April 11, 12 & May 2, 3

Cost: $3.50 per 2.0 cubic ft. bag (14 bags = 1 cubic yard) 

Available in four (4) colors: Non Dyed - Natural Dyed - Dark Walnut, Dark Brown & Red 

To contact them go to  www.troop303.us  

The KIrk Players will present Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Jersey Lily March 27th and 28th at 7:30pm, March 28th and 29th at 2:00pm at the Mundelein High School Auditorium, 1350 W. Hawley Street, Mundelein, 

Tickets are available at the door, online at www.kirkplayers.org, or by calling the  box office at 847-521-6192.  Approximate run time 100 minutes.

AARP and Fremont Township will be hosting a defensive driving class for drivers 55 and older which will be held on Thursday May 14 and Friday May 15, 2015 from 9 am to 1 pm.  You must attend both classes.  Please call 847 223-2847 to register.  Class size is limited to 25.  Cost is $15.00 if you are an AARP member.  $20.00 for non-AARP member. 

If you know of residents or neighbors who may not receive my e-newsletter, please forward this to them and invite them to sign up.  Anyone can join by clicking on the join my mailing list link or by emailing me directly.  Thanks for passing on the news. 

If you need to contact me, please call the office at 847 223-2847 or my cell at 847 833-1019.

Diana O'Kelly

Fremont Township Supervisor