a direct pathway from the ground surface to the aquifers. This
potential threat is the reason why identifying and assuring the sealing
of abandoned water wells is a high priority, and why these efforts are
a part of the Health Department’s strategic plan. Water Well Program
staff will continue to enhance their efforts to identify and assure the
sealing of abandoned water wells by increasing public and community
awareness and by stepping up investigation and enforcement
activities.
Goal: Reduce the Percentage of Adults and Children in Lake County Who are
Overweight or Obese
By October 1, 2014, work with collaborative partners to develop a countywide active living brand and
plan to increase physical activity, healthy eating and quality of life.
Progress: Goal Met
This objective began as an
idea in the Mobilizing for
Action through Planning
and Partnerships (MAPP)
Active Living
subcommittee. Board of
Health member and
Forest Preserve District
President Ann Maine and
County Board Chairman
Aaron Lawlor expanded
this objective to reflect
additional concepts to the
Lake County branding
effort named “Lake
County Life”. In 2014,
three meetings were held
between County Administration, Lake County Partners, Lake County Tourism Bureau, Lake County Forest
Preserves, Lake County Stormwater Management Commission and the Lake County Health Department.
The branding objectives were as follows:
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