Annual Sunset 5K

Preschool Age Programs

After a community-wide survey, the Lake in the Hills Parks & Recreation Department has incorporated several, new preschool-age programs based on suggestions and requests made by participants.

In addition to expanding enrollment in their regular Playschool Academy preschool program, their accredited preschool staff has developed classes targeting the intellectual growth of preschoolers between 3 and 6 years old. These exciting, new classes stimulate learning through the use of crafts, stories, songs, group/individual projects, and social interaction.

Whether parents are looking to introduce their child to preschool or enhance their child’s preschool experience, there is a program that will fit both schedule and budget. For more information about specific programs now available, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 847-960-7460 or check out the 2010 Fall Brochure.

GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

The Government Finance Officers Association presented the Village with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the FY2010 Budget period.  FY2010 was the eleventh consecutive year that the Village has been presented this award!

The Distinguished Budget Presentation Award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting.  Its attainment represents a significant achievement for the Village.  In order to receive this award, a governmental unit must publish a budget document that meets program criteria as a policy document, as an operations guide, as a financial plan, and as a communications device.

Mosquito Information

Mosquitoes, with a disease transmission potential, lay their eggs in artificial containers or tree holes that can be found around your home.  There are many ways to help minimize the mosquito populations in our region.  The first and best defense against these pests is to eliminate their breeding sites:

1. Properly discard old tires and empty water found in any water-holding container outdoors (i.e. rain catchers, barrels, etc.)

2. Empty wading pools at least once a week and store indoors or up-side-down when not in use.

3. Make sure door and window screens are tight-fitting and in good repair.

4. Cover trash containers to keep rain water out.

5. Change water in bird baths twice a week.

6. Pet dishes stored outside need to be emptied daily.

7. Keep roof gutters free of leaves and other debris.

8. Fill in tree rot holes and hollow stumps with sand or tree tar (contact your local nursery for information.

Also, try to avoid the outside during peak feeding times (just before and after dusk and just before dawn.  Wear light colored, tightly woven clothing and keep trouser legs tucked into boots or socks.  Use mosquito netting to protect young infants or when sleeping outdoors in an unscreened structure.  Apply mosquito repellent to clothes and always follow label directions and wash your hands before eating after applying repellent.

2010 MFT Resurfacing Project

The 2010 MFT Resurfacing Project is scheduled to begin in late August. This annual program continues the maintenance of existing Village streets. The project will consist of grinding the existing asphalt surface and placement of new asphalt. Also, there will be select concrete curb removals and replacements. The work is expected to be completed by October 31st. Questions regarding the project can be directed to Scott Fish at (847) 960-7500. Make sure to bookmark www.lith.org/PWProjects.html to view updates on this project or click on the link below to register for email updates.

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McHenry County Conservation District

The McHenry County Conservation District (MCCD) is planning a large scale restoration project at the Lake in the Hills Fen (map). MCCD will be clearing approximately 45 acres of invasive brush along the creek and in hydric soil areas. This is part of their normal restoration activities. Clearing work is scheduled to begin in late July or early August and will be completed by early October. MCCD will be seeding and planting native prairie in the former agricultural field along Randall Road this fall.