Lake County employee Anita Patel takes note of resident suggestions during a Libertyville forum on Lake County's strategic plan. Forums continue this month. | Joe Shuman~For Sun-Times Media

Jim Bland of Third Lake was one of about 35 residents who shared feedback at a forum on Lake County's strategic plan. Forums continue this month at several locations. | Joe Shuman~For Sun-Times Media

Laura Mellon of Mundelein asks a question during a forum in Libertyville on Lake County's strategic plan. The plan has not been updated since 2008. | Joe Shuman~For Sun-Times Media

Lake County Administrator Barry Burton answers resident questions during a meeting in Libertyville on the county's strategic plan. More forums are planned. | Joe Shuman~For Sun-Times Media

Ed Whitehead of Knollwood looks over a presentation on Lake County's strategic plan. | Joe Shuman~For Sun-Times Media

Lake County employee Michelle Kennedy explains parts of the county's strategic plan to residents. Residents can learn about the plan and give feedback at future forums and online. Joe Shuman~For Sun-Times Media

Lake County Administrator Barry Burton will be at upcoming forums to explain the county's strategic goals and seek feedback. | Joe Shuman~For Sun-Times Media