Important Community Updates

Virtual Finance Committee Capital Budget Workshop on Monday, November 9 The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and the agenda is posted on the City's website. Public Audience Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87441167940?pwd=WkFrY0dPMnFkKzhLeUtpc3l1bnFDdz09 Webinar ID: 847 4116 7940 Passcode: 1861 Public Comment: 847.810.3643 Image by Jennifer Karras

Honor Veterans on Wednesday, November 11 Hosted by Lake Forest High School and the Lake Forest American Legion Post 264, "Honoring Those Who Served", will take place on Wednesday, November 11. Join the community for a virtual event featuring special music, tributes and presentations. A link will be shared soon via the Legion's Facebook page.  Visit the American Legion website for more information about our local veterans.

Veteran's Day City Operations on November 11 City offices will be closed. However, there will be no change in garbage, recycling or yard waste collection.

Upcoming City Meetings Cancelled: Plan Commission: Tuesday, 11/10, 6:30 p.m. City Council: Monday, 11/16, 6:30 p.m. Parks & Recreation Board: Tuesday, 11/17, 6:30 p.m. Historic Preservation Commission: Wednesday, 11/18, 6:30 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals: Monday, 11/23, 6:30 p.m. Check here for agendas. Meetings are held virtually unless noted.

Where can I find COVID-19 data specific to Lake Forest? Check here to see COVID activity by zip code. This dashboard was created and is updated by the Lake County Health Department. Lake Forest is currently in Phase 4 of the Governor's "Restore Illinois" Plan. View the State Guidelines here. Wear a Mask Wash Your Hands Watch Your Distance

Mobile COVID-19 Testing Offered in Lake County A mobile testing unit managed by the Illinois Department of Public Health will be stationed in the county according to the following schedule: Saturday, 11/7, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Round Lake High School 800 High School Dr., Round Lake Wednesday, 11/11, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. WALK UP ONLY TEST SITE Highwood Public Library 102 Highwood Ave., Highwood Saturday, 11/21, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Round Lake High School 800 High School Dr., Round Lake Wednesday, 11/25, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. WALK UP ONLY TEST SITE Highwood Public Library 102 Highwood Ave., Highwood

Lake County Interactive Map

Lake County occupies 1/2 of Region 9 according to the latest revisions to the Restore Illinois Plan. The western 1/2 of Region 9 is McHenry County. The Lake County Health Department's interactive map shares the number of residents who have tested positive for COVID-19 in each municipality. You can view the map here.

Local Resources

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital (847.234.5600) The City's website, including links to community organizations, schools and churches (847.234.2600) Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce (847.234.4282) LF/LB Takeout on Facebook United Way of Lake County's Lifeline's 2-1-1 (simply call 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898211) help hotline is a free and confidential service that helps people in Lake County find the health and human service programs they need, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Family Service Lake County offers the continuation of its vital client support services, including mental health counseling and education Shields Township has established a COVID Emergency Fund to support Shields Township residents. In addition to financial contributions, they are accepting Jewel gift cards, or the fulfilment of grocery shopping lists prepared by the Township. Contact the Township offices at 847.234.0802 for more information.   West Deerfield Township (847.945.0614) Moraine Township (847.432.3240) Libertyville Township (847.816.6800) Vernon Township (847.634.4600) Lake County Health Department United Way of Lake County launched a COVID-19 Response Fund as Lake County’s health and human service organizations are experiencing an unprecedented demand for services from neighbors and communities significantly impacted by the outbreak Please check with your local houses of worship to find out when and if televised or other electronic services are being offered

State/Federal Resources

Center for Disease Control (1.800.889.3931) State of Illinois COVID-19 Response - view briefings and the Governor's press conferences here Illinois Department of Public Health  Business owners may apply for loan relief for businesses from the Federal Small Business Administration online at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ The Illinois Department on Aging is ramping up their volunteers and services to help meet the needs of Illinois' older population. Seniors that are in need of food/meal help or other services should contact the department at www.illinois.gov/aging, or by phone at senior help line 1-800-252-8966 or via email aging.ilsenior@illinois.gov Small Business Association offers Disaster Assistance to Illinois small businesses economically impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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