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Vol. 30, No. 2 - Mar/Apr 2008Village of Deerfield 850 Waukegan Road Deerfield, Illinois 60015 847/945-5000 Visit us online at www.deerfield-il.org Meeting Schedule Meeting times/dates subject to change. March Board of Trustees March 3 & 17, 7:30 p.m. Village Center Development Comm. March 5, 7:30 p.m. Community Relations Commission March 11, 7:00 p.m. Plan Commission March 13 & 27, 7:30 p.m. Fine Arts Commission March 17, 6:00 p.m. Appearance Review Commission March 17, 7:30 p.m. Cable and Telecommunications Comm. March 25, 7:30 p.m. Safety Council March 25, 7:30 p.m. April Village Center Development Comm. April 2, 7:30 p.m. Board of Trustees April 7 & 21, 7:30 p.m. Community Relations Commission April 8, 7:00 p.m. Plan Commission April 10 & 24, 7:30 p.m. Cable and Telecommunications Comm. April 22, 7:30 p.m. Safety Council April 22, 7:30 p.m. Appearance Review Commission April 28, 7:30 p.m. Best Places to Raise Children - Deerfield is #3! This year’s BusinessWeek.com 2007 ranking of the 50 best small towns to raise children ranked Deerfield third in the nation, along with other Illinois towns including Western Springs (#2), Wilmette (#7), Batavia (#21) and Barrington (#25). In compiling its list, BusinessWeek.com considered five factors: school test scores, cost of living, recreational and cultural activities, number of schools and risk of crime. By naming Deerfield to its list, Business Week.com is confirming what many Deerfield residents already know - that Deerfield is a safe, attractive community with excellent schools, park district facilities and Village services. Commenting on this distinction, Mayor Steve Harris stated, “Deerfield is a true community, one that works together and shares common values. Awards like this highlight the superior schools and excellent police, fire, park district and village services that make Deerfield such a wonderful place to raise a family.” The list was presented in November 2007. For more information, or to see the full list, please visit www.deerfield-il.org. New Website Coming! The Village Board recently approved a contract with AmericanEagle.com to completely redesign the Village’s website, www.deerfield-il.org.Using comments from residents and other website users, a staff committee will guide AmericanEagle.com in their efforts to remake the website into a much more effective tool for use by residents, businesses and visitors. Look for the new site early this summer! D-TALES Your Municipal News Source March / April 2008 Vol. 30, No. 2 Check it Out! Page 2: • Refuse Collection Reminders Page 3: • New Countdown Pedestrian Signals • Wilmot Road Closure Page 6: • Clean Air Counts Efforts in Deerfield Page 7: • One Book, One Zipcode • Lake County Community Forums Deerfield Festival of Fine Arts Mark your calendars now! An annual event in the community, the 2008 Deerfield Festival of Fine Arts will be held on May 31 and June 1 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Jewett Park Drive and Robert York Avenue. This year’s festival will showcase the work of dozens of fine artists and craftspeople from around the country, in addition to many local artists. Now in its 6th year, the Festival of Fine Arts has proven to be an entertaining, family- friendly community event. The show’s popularity continues to grow, and now approximately 100 artists annually participate, with several thousand visitors from all over the Chicagoland area in attendance to peruse or purchase art. As in past years, all art media will be represented, including acrylic, ceramics, jewelry, watercolor, fiber, wood, sculpture, oil, metal, Save the Date! Deerfield Village Hall Rededication and Open House Saturday, May 31 Continued on page 2 villageNEWS Page 2 Refuse Collection Reminders The Village of Deerfield offers once- and twice-per-week refuse collection service through Veolia Environmental Services. All residents are offered this service at their back door or “top of driveway,” meaning that refuse may be left at either location for collection. Some residents may choose to place refuse at the curb (recycling and yard waste must be taken to the curb for collection), but this is not required. Residents also have a choice of the frequency of service and must inform the Finance Department of their choice. However, residents who wish to change their status, i.e. those who wish to switch from once-per-week to twice-per- week collection or vice-versa, may only do so once per year. These changes are processed quarterly, in March, June, September, and December. Residential yard waste collection is set to resume during the week of April 1. Beginning April 1, the cost of landscape waste stickers will increase to $1.80 each. Stickers may be purchased at Village Hall. Residents north of Deerfield Road will have yard waste collected on Mondays; those south of Deerfield Road will be collected on Tuesday. Yard waste must be placed in a 30-gallon paper bag and placed at the curb with a sticker affixed for collection. A sticker is also required for each bundle of brush, not exceeding 4' in length and 50 pounds or individual branches of 3" in diameter. photography, mixed media, printmaking and glass. Plan on attending the Artist’s Preview Party on Friday, May 30. It is a great opportunity to meet some of the event’s presenting artists and to mingle with neighbors and friends. Look for more information on ticket sales in upcoming editions of D-Tales. Volunteers for this community event are always needed! Please contact D&W Events, festival coordinators, at 847/726-8669 or at dwevents@comcast.net if you would like to assist with the show. For more information, please contact the Village Manager’s Office at 847/945-5000 or visit the Village’s website at www.deerfield-il.org. Winter Storms This year’s winter has been one of the snowiest in recent memory. Public Works crews have been very busy maintaining clear and safe passage on all Village controlled streets through plowing and salting operations. As we approach spring, we would like to offer our thanks to Deerfield residents and businesses for your cooperation and patience during this especially robust winter. If you have questions or comments regarding snow removal, please contact the Public Works Department at 847/317-7245. 2008-2009 Budget Work is underway on the annual budget for the 2008- 2009 fiscal year, which begins May 1. Village staff presented a draft budget to the Mayor and Board of Trustees in early March. Budget hearings will take place during the month of March, and a public hearing will be held on the budget on Monday, April 7, at the regularly scheduled Village Board meeting. The budget includes operating and personnel costs, as well as a capital improvement plan to help guide expenditures for improvements to infrastructure throughout the Village. Major projects planned for the upcoming year include design work for the upcoming replacement of the Village’s wastewater treatment plant on Hackberry Road and a variety of roadway improvements. A more detailed view of the budget will be presented in the May/June edition of D-Tales. For more information, contact the Finance Department at 847/945- 5000 Questions regarding refuse collection may be addressed to the Finance Department at 847/945-5000. Household Electronics Collections In cooperation with SWALCO, the Village will sponsor five household electronics collections this year. Events are held at the Deerfield Public Works Facility, 465 Elm Street, from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Upcoming Dates: March 15 May 17 July 19 September 20 November 15 No commercial, institutional or governmental materials will be accepted. All items must be free of any packaging material and operating manuals. For lists of acceptable and unacceptable materials for recycling, please contact SWALCO at 847/336-9340 or visit www.co.lake.il.us/swalco. Festival Cont’d Continued from Page 1 Thank you, Marge Marge Emery, long time Assistant Village Manager and the first editor of D-Tales, passed away this past January at the age of 85. In addition to her work on D-Tales, Marge’s creativity brought the Village the Kissing and No Kissing zones at the downtown train station, the Granny Crossing at One Deerfield Place, and a series of collector’s tiles portraying aspects of Village life. Marge served the Village with distinction and humor from 1961 - 1989, and we thank her greatly. publicWORKS Page 3 Countdown Pedestrian Signals: How They Work The Village of Deerfield recently completed the installation of countdown pedestrian signals along Deerfield Road. The new signals are intended to clarify the meaning of pedestrian indications, which can, at times, be confusing to pedestrians trying to cross at various intersections. Countdown pedestrian signals provide special types of traffic signal indications exclusively intended for controlling pedestrian traffic. These have been installed at the following intersections: Deerfield/Carlisle Deerfield/Kenton Deerfield/Rosemary Deerfield/Robert York Deerfield/Wilmot Deerfield/Castlewood These signal indications consist of the illuminated symbols of a WALKING PERSON (Symbolizing WALK); a steady UPRAISED HAND (Symbolizing DON’T WALK); and a Flashing UPRAISED HAND in conjunction with a NUMBER (Symbolizing the time remaining for pedestrians to cross without conflicting with vehicular traffic). Please remember that the pedestrian push-button must be pressed and that a wait time of up to 90 seconds will occur before a WALKING PERSON indication appears. For additional questions regarding these new signals, please contact the Engineering Department at 847/317-2490. Wilmot Road Closure The Illinois Tollway recently began the Lake Cook Road Bridge Replacement and Roadway Widening Project. This project is a joint effort between the Cook County Highway Department and the tollway to improve travel and reduce impact on motorists and is part of the North Tri-State Tollway (I-294/94) Rebuild & Widen Project to provide congestion relief. The bridge over the northbound lanes of the Tri- State Tollway (I-294) is being rebuilt and widened. The widening and reconstruction of the Lake Cook Road/Wilmot Road intersection will provide an opportunity for the Village to replace an 800 foot section of deteriorated water main along Wilmot Road between Lake Cook Road and Gordon Terrace. No water service disruptions are expected for residential properties. Wilmot Road will be closed to northbound traffic between Lake Cook Road and Gordon Terrace for approximately three weeks beginning in early to mid March in order to replace Village water main. Northbound Wilmot Road traffic will be detoured via Lake Cook Road, Saunders Road and Deerfield Road until the water main construction is complete. Northbound Wilmot Road will then be reopened to traffic for the remainder of construction. Wilmot Road will remain open to southbound traffic for the duration of the construction period. A detour plan has been developed for motorists who typically use northbound Wilmot Road to reach their place of business or their residence. The PACE shuttlebug will service the Wilmot Road businesses as usual. A copy of the detour plan is available at www.deerfield- il.org. The actual dates of the closure have not yet been determined. ISTHA and their primary contractor have agreed to provide the Village with at least a two week advance notice prior to starting the closure and the detour of northbound Wilmot Road. When more information becomes available, signs will be erected to notify motorists of the anticipated closure dates. Questions may be directed to Robert Phillips, Staff Engineer with the Village of Deerfield, at 847/719-7464. Also, please visit www.deerfield-il.org for more detailed information on this and other construction projects in the Village. Dispose of Medication Properly Discarding unused medications by flushing them down the toilet is creating a veritable medicine cabinet on our river bottoms. A recent study of mud at the bottom of Portland, Oregon creeks by scientists from the U.S. Geological Survey revealed almost every kind of pill or other medicine on the market. However, tossing them into the garbage is also troublesome. The Federal government recommends that all unused, unneeded or expired prescription drugs be removed from their original containers, mixed with an undesirable substance, such as used coffee grounds or kitty litter, and placed in impermeable, non- descript containers, such as empty cans or sealable bags. These containers may be thrown in the trash. A better option is to return these drugs to pharmaceutical take-back locations that allow the public to bring unused drugs to a central location for safe disposal. SWALCO maintains several locations for household hazardous waste collections, which also provide for the disposal of medications. Proper disposal is important for Deerfield, as all wastewater in the community is treated locally at the Wastewater Reclamation Facility (WRF)on Hackberry Road. For more information, please call SWALCO at 847/336-9340 or visit www.co.lake.il.us/swalco, or contact Frank Cisek, WRF Superintendent at 847/317- 7245. The following is a synopsis of actions taken by the Village Board since the last publication of D-Tales. For complete sets of minutes for Village Board meetings, please visit the Village’s website at www.deerfield-il.org. Village Board Action Approved an Ordinance Authorizing an Amendment to a Special Use to Permit Renovations to the North Avenue Lift Station at 845 North Avenue Approved an Ordinance Authorizing a Sign Location Lease with Zebra Outdoor, Inc. for Property at 909 Lake Cook Road Approved Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy (NIPSTA) Resolution and Intergovernmental Agreement Authorized Continued Participation in the Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Cooperative (NIMEC) and Executed an Electricity Purchase Contract Approved Supplemental Fees for the Replacement of the North Avenue Lift Station Rehabilitation Project Provided by Stanley Consultants Approved Contract with Strand Associates, Inc. for WRF Design Services Approved Supplemental Changes for East Side Lift Station Improvements Approved Contract for Landscape Architectural Services for the East Side Lift Station Replacement Project Approved an Ordinance Amending and Revising the Annual Budget of the Village of Deerfield for the Fiscal Year Beginning May 1, 2007 and Ending April 30, 2008 Approved a Resolution for 2008 MFT Street Rehabilitation Program Authorized the Village Manager to Approve Emergency Expenditures Up to $20,000 for Additional Purchases of Bulk Rock Salt Awarded Contract for Consulting Engineering Services for the Deerbrook Mall Lift Station Relocation Authorized an Agreement for Website Services for the Redesign of the Village’s Website (see article on page 1) boardREPORT communityCALENDAR Page 4 Deerfield Park District C. Pulaski Day - School’s Out Program Jewett Park March 3 Golf Lottery Deerfield Golf Course March 5 Kid’s Flea Market Jewett Park March 8 Art Show Patty Turner Senior Center March 16 Spring Flings Jewett Park March 24-28 Spring Break Sports Camps Jewett Park March 24-28 Go Green Bike & Hike Jewett Park April 27 For more information or to register for Park District programs, call 847/945-0650, or visit www.deerfieldparkdistrict.org. Deerfield Public Library The Library will be closed Sunday, March 23 in observance of Easter; on Wednesday, April 9, the Library will open at 10:00 a.m. Adult Programs: AARP Tax Aid Program, Tuesdays & Fridays, March 4 - April 15, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. World War II: An Eighth Air Force Veteran Remembers March 4, 7:00 p.m. Book Discussion: “Crashing Through” by Robert Kurson March 6, 7:00 p.m. Book Discussion: “Mountains Beyond Mountains” by Tracy Kidder March 13, 7:00 p.m. Faces and Places of India with Bill Helmuth April 6, 2:00 p.m. Book Discussion: “When Madeleine Was Young” by Jane Hamilton April 10, 10:30 a.m. Celebrate Earth Day April 19, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Youth Programs: Lunch & a Movie March 3, 11:30 a.m. Toddler Times March 7 & 20, 10:30 a.m. Family Times Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. Father/Son Book Party: A Week in the Woods March 8, 2:00 p.m. K-9 Reading Buddies of the North Shore March 17 & April 21, 6:30 p.m. Rosemary Sazonoff Writing Contest Party April 5, 2:00 p.m. Geoff Akins, Bubble Juggler April 26, 2:00 p.m. Note: Please register in advance for all programs by calling 847/945-3311. Visit the library on the web at www.deerfieldlibrary.org West Deerfield Township Township Board meetings will be held March 18 and April 15 at the Township Offices, 601 Deerfield Road. policeDEPARTMENT Page 5 should never be worn under a bike helmet. If you are unsure of whether your helmet fits you correctly, it is wise to have it checked at a bicycle or sports specialty store. Once you have the right helmet, you need to wear it the right way so it will protect you. It should be worn level and cover your forehead. The straps should always be fastened. If the straps are flying, it is likely to fall off when you need it most. Make sure the straps are adjusted so they are snug enough that you can't pull or twist the helmet around on your head. It is important to take care of your bike helmet. Improperly handling it could damage the helmet, and it will not protect you as well when you really need it. If you do fall down, be sure to get a new one. Helmets are not designed to work as well after a major crash. For a complete listing of all Village ordinances, including those related to bicycle safety, visit the Village’s website at www.deerfield-il.org. Additional questions may be directed to the Police Department at 847/945-8636. Bicycle Safety - Wear Your Helmet Every year, about 176,000 children are sent to hospitals because of bicycle accident injuries. In the Village of Deerfield, every bicyclist under the age of 16 must wear a protective helmet that meets the standards promulgated by the American National Standards Institute, the American Society for Testing and Materials, or the Snell Memorial Foundation, Inc. when riding upon a public highway, sidewalk, bicycle path, or public right of way within the Village of Deerfield. This ordinance also includes all passengers of bicycles or their attachments, skate boarders, and in-line skaters under the age of 16. Suffering a head injury can lead to a brain injury. This is why it is so important to wear your bike helmet. Wearing one does not mean you can be reckless, but a helmet will provide some protection for your head should you fall. A bike helmet should fit you properly. It should not be too small or too large, and a hat Safety When Walking or Biking Bicycles and pedestrians must often share sidewalks, especially as the weather improves. It is important to remember that bicycles are classified as vehicles, and every person operating a bicycle in any public way in the Village is subject to the provisions of State vehicle laws and all traffic ordinances, when applicable. In order to maintain safe conditions for both bicyclists and walkers, the following responsibilities should be adhered to: • Bicyclists should keep to the right-hand side of any path, sidewalk, street or roadway. • Bicyclists coming out of an alley, driveway or building should stop before riding on or across a sidewalk or into a street or roadway if the view is obscured. • In all cases, the bicyclist must yield the right-of-way to all pedestrians approaching on the sidewalk and to all vehicles approaching on the street or roadway. Pedestrians should always abide by the following safety tips when out walking or jogging: • Walk on the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk and you must walk in the road, walk facing traffic so you can see any car approaching you. • Dress to be seen. Brightly colored clothing makes it easier for drivers to see you in daylight. At night, wear reflective material on your shoes or jacket to reflect the headlights of oncoming cars. The following are tips for safe crossing of streets. These should be adhered to by children and adults alike: • Cross only at corners or marked crosswalks. • Stop at the curb or the edge of the road. • Stop and look both ways before you step into the street. If you see a car, wait until it goes by. Then look both ways again until no cars are in view. • If a car is parked where you are crossing, make sure there is no driver in the car and cross quickly but safely. Keep looking for cars while you are crossing. Remember - walk, don’t run. Children are at an increased risk for pedestrian injuries for several reasons: • Their smaller size makes them difficult for drivers to see, especially if they are standing between parked cars on the side of the road. • Young children are often unable to judge distances and vehicle speeds accurately, so they can easily misjudge whether it is safe to cross a street. • Parents can overestimate their child’s ability to cross the street. Many elementary school-age children don’t understand traffic signals or how to anticipate a driver’s actions. • Drivers and young pedestrians each assume (incorrectly) that the other will yield the right-of-way. For more information, please contact the Police Department at 847/945-8636. Reaccreditation Process Underway In 2005, the Deerfield Police Department was accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). The reaccreditation process has been underway for several months, and a committee from CALEA will be on site this April to evaluate the Department’s policies and procedures. Notice as to the status of the Department’s reaccreditation will come this summer. Fewer than 60 police departments state-wide have achieved this distinction that demonstrates excellence in law enforcement. communityINFO Page 6 Upcoming Events @ PTSC For more information on any of the programs listed below, including times and locations, or to register to be a member, please contact the Patty Turner Senior Center at 847/940-4010 or visit www.deerfieldparkdistrict.org. March 4, Blood Pressure/Blood Glucose Screenings March 5, Chicago Behind the Scenes Trip March 6, Rules of the Road March 13, Suzanne Hales Reviews, Dream When You Are Feeling Blue March17, Great Decisions March 20, Bronte April 7, Great Decisions April 8, Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Testing April 9, “Drowsy Chaperone” April 21, Great Decisions April 22, Ain’t Misbehavin’ and Dinner at Kiki’s Bistro Lending Closet The Patty Turner Senior Center lends on a short term basis, wheelchairs, walkers, canes, bath benches, commodes, grabber sticks, etc. Senior Car Program The Patty Turner Senior Center offers a drop off/pick-up service for older adults in Deerfield, Lincolnshire, Bannockburn and Riverwoods. The service is available on a reservation only, first come/ first served basis. Affordable Housing through Homesharing The following information has been provided by the Interfaith Housing Center Homesharing is a free service that provides “win-win” matches between individuals seeking affordable housing and homeowners with an extra room to rent. For 20 years Interfaith Housing Center has been helping homeowners to supplement their incomes or remain independent in their homes by matching them with individuals who can offer rent and/or possible assistance with light household tasks. Homesharing “seekers” are often individuals who want to live near their workplace, adults in the midst of a career change, individuals recently widowed or divorced, retirees unable to afford rent alone, or students. Homesharing “providers” are homeowners or apartment dwellers with an extra bedroom - often retired or recently widowed persons in need of extra income, often independent seniors in need of simple housekeeping help, extra security, or companionship. Homesharing is a free and confidential service. View a brief video and read news stories about how homesharing matches succeed at www.interfaithhousingcenter.org. For more information on this and many other programs, please contact the Interfaith Housing Center at 847/501- 5732. Clean Air Efforts in the Deerfield Community Efforts made by local businesses and governments can make a visible difference and help reduce the Village’s overall carbon footprint. A carbon footprint is a measure of the impact human activities have on the environment in terms of the amount of green house gases produced, measured in units of carbon dioxide. The Village of Deerfield would like to take this opportunity to give special recognition to the following Deerfield businesses for their ongoing efforts with Clean Air Counts: Marriott Suites Deerfield Public Library Discover Financial Services Embassy Suites Hotel TMA of Lake Cook Whole Foods Market Discover Financial Services switched to energy efficient lighting, reducing their carbon footprint by 34,898 pounds and switched to native landscaping, which does not require the same maintenance as manicured lawns, reducing pollution by 1,278 pounds. Embassy Suites reported 3,216 pounds of pollution reduction by switching to low VOC paints and has recently switched over to all fluorescent lighting. The Village of Deerfield has utilized low VOC cleaning chemicals and has been the recipient of grants for the last two years to collect gasoline cans and lawncare equipment in exchange for vouchers that enable residents to purchase environmentally friendly lawncare items. Thanks to the efforts and conscientiousness of Deerfield residents, the lawncare and gas can programs have reduced the Village’s carbon footprint by 452 pounds! In addition, the Village recently upgraded all Village owned traffic signals along Deerfield Road to include the replacement of conventional incandescent bulbs with new Light Emitting Diode (LED) bulbs and a separate battery back up unit at each location. The upgrade reduces the power consumption of conventional traffic signals by 85%, and it can effectively run on the battery back up unit for up to six hours in the event of an electrical power outage. The project was partially funded by grant from the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation. Find out how your business or your family can make Clean Air Count by visiting www.cleanaircounts.org. Make your home or business a leader at making our air cleaner, our quality of life better and our community more inviting. communityINFO Page 7 Rosemary Sazonoff Writing Contest Reception Sunday, March 30, 2 p.m. Deerfield Public Library - Celebrate the winners of the adult portion of the Rosemary Sazonoff Writing Contest as they read their winning entries, and then enjoy a sampling of Victorian treats provided by “High Tea with Gerri.” Mountains Beyond Mountains inspired this year’s “Helping Hands” theme. An Evening with Ed Cardoza Wednesday, April 2, 7 p.m. Deerfield High School - Ed Cardoza, Vice President for Development at Partners in Health, will discuss how Dr. Farmer’s organization works in the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, Russia, and the United States. Film Screenings Wednesday, April 9, 7 p.m. Deerfield Public Library - The Agronomist is director Jonathan Demme’s documentary tribute to Haitian radio journalist and human rights activist, Jean Dominique. Monday, April 14 -Wednesday April 16, 7 p.m. Deerfield Public Library - Rx for Survival: A Global Health Challenge examines critical worldwide threats from old diseases and bizarre new ailments resistant to modern medicine. The 3-DVD series profiles such diseases as Ebola fever, SARS, the West Nile virus, HIV/AIDS, and the avian flu. Haiti, Yesterday and Today Sunday, April 27, 2 p.m. Deerfield Village Hall - One Book, One Zipcode Community- wide reading programs like “One Book, One Chicago” are becoming popular across the country and around the world. Last year, representatives from Deerfield, Bannockburn, and Riverwoods began planning our first One Book program. The title “One Book, One Zipcode” reflects our desire to make sure that everyone in the 60015 zip code feels equally invited to join this community of readers. This spring we invite you to read Mountains Beyond Mountains, by Tracy Kidder. This nonfiction bestseller follows “the quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, the man who would cure the world.” Kidder focuses on Farmer’s work in Haiti and his dedication to providing preferential health care options for the poor. Inspiring and thought provoking, the book captivatingly explores the issues of poverty, health care, and international aid. Upcoming events include: Book Discussions Thursday, March 13, 10:30 a.m. Deerfield Public Library; Thursday, April 17, 1 p.m. Patty Turner Senior Center; Thursday, April 17, 7:30 p.m. Deerfield Public Library Family Book Discussion Tuesday, March 18, 7 p.m. Barnes & Noble - Deerfield High school students and their parents are invited to enjoy a multigenerational discussion of our One Book selection. Marleen A. Julien from the Haitian Consulate of Chicago discusses the culture, economics, and history of Haiti. Get a sharper, close-up view of a country that frequently headlines the news today. Wednesday, April 30, 7 p.m. Deerfield Public Library - Divine Horsemen: The Living Gods of Haiti explores the rituals of Haiti's Voudoun religion captured by filmmaker Maya Deren in the 1940s and ‘50s. Because Deren was a Voudoun initiate, she was able to record music, dance and religious practices never before seen. For more information, please visit the One Book, One Zipcode website at www.onebookonezipcode.org or call the Library at 847/945- 3311. Shape Lake County’s Future at Community Forums Citizens can influence the goals and strategies that drive how and where the County will focus its resources by sharing their thoughts and views at one of five Lake County Community Forums. Lake County will use the input to identify the most critical challenges facing our region, determine the County’s role in addressing those issues, and develop a long-term plan. The County’s goal is to listen and deliberate issues among residents with diverse interests, backgrounds and perspectives, so we can develop results that matter to citizens. Central Lake County Community Forum Monday, March 10 Division of Transportation 600 W. Winchester Road Libertyville Southeast Lake County Community Forum Tuesday, March 18 Highland Park Country Club 1201 Park Avenue West Highland Park Northwest Lake County Community Forum Wednesday, March 19 Lake Villa Public Library 1001 E. Grand Ave. Lindenhurst Southwest Lake County Community Forum Monday, March 31 Ela Area Public Library 275 Mohawk Trail Lake Zurich Northeast Lake County Community Forum Tuesday, April 1 Warren Newport Public Library 224 N. O’Plaine Rd. Gurnee 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Open House Learn about County services and programs from health and transportation to where to go for help and property information; Get free stuff, be a guest on LCTV and more! 7:00 p.m. Community Forum Let your voice be heard! Your input will help shape the future direction of Lake County and the region. For information, call Lake County Communications as 847/377-2550 or visit www.co.lake.il.us. Family Days Needs Your Help! Village Officials: Mayor: Steven M. Harris - 847/940-7533 Email: sharris@mcdonaldhopkins.com Trustees: Robert L. Benton - 847/945-1570 Email: bobbenton@prodigy.net Michelle Feldman - 847/940-0628 Email: feldman4df@sbcglobal.net Thomas L. Jester - 847/945-6489 Email: tapjester@yahoo.com Harriet E. Rosenthal - 847/945-3545 Email: harrietrose@comcast.net William S. Seiden - 847/945-2442 Email: wss5@comcast.net Barbara J. Struthers - 847/940-0917 Email: bjstruthers@bjsltd.net Village Manager Kent S. Street - 847/719-7400 Email: kstreet@deerfield-il.org Village Hall/Police Department 850 Waukegan Road Deerfield, Illinois 60015 847/945-5000 (Switchboard and Finance) 847/719-7484 (Community Development) 847/945-8636 (Police non-emergency) Public Works and Engineering 465 Elm Street 847/317-7245 847/317-2490 (Engineering) lastPAGE PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 1 Deerfield, Illinois D-Tales 850 Waukegan Road Deerfield, Illinois 60015 Philip Kiraly, Editor POSTAL CUSTOMER DEERFIELD, ILLINOIS 60015 Volunteers are needed to assist the Family Days Commission in the planning and execution of the 44th Annual Family Days Celebration! Held on July 3 and 4, Family Days consists of fireworks and entertainment on July 3, and a parade, flower show and community festival on July 4. Volunteers are needed to assist with the parade, games and other various activities throughout the two day community event. Please consider participating as a volunteer this year to help keep Family Days the wonderful family-oriented event it has been for over four decades! If you would like to participate, please contact Village Hall at 847/945-5000 or send an email to deermail@deerfield-il.org. Village Board meetings are held the first and third Mondays of the month held at 7:30 p.m. in the Robert D. Franz Council Chambers at Village Hall. If a meeting falls on a holiday, it is scheduled for the following business day. The Village Board agenda and agenda packet are posted on the Village’s website. www.deerfield-il.org, and cable channel 10 the Friday prior to the Village Board Meeting.