Lake County Board Chair

The Lake County Board elected Aaron Lawlor as its chairman and Carol Calabresa (District 15, Libertyville) as its vice-chair.

Lawlor, 30, was also sworn into his third term representing District 18, which includes all of Vernon Hills and Indian Creek as well as portions of Hawthorn Woods, Long Grove and unincorporated Lake County.

As he took over the gavel, Lawlor stated, "there is a lot of change among this board today, but our priorities remain the same. Together we will continue our strong record of fiscal responsibility and maintain our AAA bond rating."

Lawlor also pledged to work vigorously to advance the Route 53 Extension project.

On the Lake County Board, Lawlor has led efforts to reduce the size of the board, cut spending and increase transparency. He is committed to economic growth, infrastructure improvements and fiscal responsibility.

Lawlor has served on several of the county board committees, including roles as chairman of the Health and Community Services Committee, vice-chair of the Planning, Building and Zoning Committee and member of the Finance and Administration Committee and Law and Judicial Committee. Lawlor was appointed to the county board in 2009, elected in 2010, and re-elected in 2012.