The currently projected 2.65 Billion Dollar Route 53 Extension into Lake County took a big hit when our Chairman Aaron Lawlor courageously reversed his decision to support this boondoggle. This Rt. 53, 45mph pipe dream that has the tollway authority currently scheduled to spend 10's of millions in studies over the next few years needs to be stopped right now.
With folks running from Illinois as fast as they can because of large debt, super high property taxes, and many dysfunctional politicians, some Lake County Board Members continue to push for this new costly roadway.
Now is the right time to get a full Lake County Board consensus on if we should continue to move forward on this Route 53 project or cut the line and Lake County Board support. Whether it is a resolution or a letter from our Chairman that gives direction to staff and the tollway authority on Route 53, we need to act now. Let us put the project up for debate and get the consensus on the Lake County Board to shut this thing down for good.
This site contains information pertaining to the politics, positions, and vision of Steve Mandel, Elected Official 1993-2016. Past Mayor Pro Tem & Councilman of Highland Park, Lake County Board Member & Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioner. Lake County Illinois is on the shores of Lake Michigan, borders Wisconsin on the North, and is 26 miles North of downtown Chicago.
About Me
- Steve Mandel
- IATSE Stagehand Local #2 Chicago, 1993-2012 HP City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem. 2012-2016 Lake County Board Member and Commissioner of the Lake County Forest Preserve District.
