Message from Chairman Aaron Lawlor
Dear Lake County Residents,
It is an honor to serve as your Lake County Board Chairman. We are
working hard to ensure Lake County continues to be a great place to
live, work and do business by investing in roads and infrastructure,
preserving open space and promoting economic development. Our
efforts to expand, improve and maintain our transportation network
are critical to maintaining a high quality of life for Lake County families
and workers. To accomplish this, we are investing a half billion dollars
over the next six years to improve our regional transportation system
and working hard to advance the IL Route 53/120 extension project.
I’m also proud of the county board’s continued track record of
practicing fiscal responsibility. We adhere to a basic budget principle –
don’t make short-term decisions. We have a balanced budget, strong
reserves and AAA financial rating – the highest credit rating possible.
We plan, save and invest wisely to yield long-term results. We use data to drive budget decisions and
evaluate our performance. We’re also being more efficient by sharing services with other
governments, such as building inspections, police services and joint purchasing. This newsletter
provides a snapshot of our budget, and how we are delivering services 24/7 to improve your quality
of life. I encourage you to visit our website to learn more, connect with us on social media and sign up
for my newsletter.
Sincerely,
Aaron Lawlor
847-377-2300
[email protected]
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