Vol. 31, No. 1 - Jan/Feb 2009Village
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.
January
Village Hall Closed
January 1, New Year’s Day
Board of Trustees
January 5 and 20, 7:30 p.m.
Village Center Development Comm.
January 7, 7:30 p.m.
Plan Commission
January 8 and 22, 7:30 p.m.
Community Relations Commission
January 13, 7:00 p.m.
Appearance Review Commission
January 26, 7:30 p.m.
Cable and Telecommunications Comm.
January 27, 7:30 p.m.
Safety Council
January 27, 7:30 p.m.
February
Board of Trustees
February 2 and 17, 7:30 p.m.
Village Center Development Comm.
February 4, 7:30 p.m.
Community Relations Commission
February 10, 7:00 p.m.
Plan Commission
February 12 and 26, 7:30 p.m.
Village Hall Closed
February 16, President’s Day
Appearance Review Commission
February 23, 7:30 p.m.
Cable and Telecommunications Comm.
February 24, 7:30 p.m.
Safety Council
February 24, 7:30 p.m.
Welcome New Trustee
Wasserman
The Village would like
to welcome Norton
Wasserman to the
Board of Trustees.
Trustee Wasserman
was appointed to fill
an unexpired term(2008-2009) and began
his time in office at the December 1st
meeting. Prior to nomination, Nort had been
a member of the Plan Commission since
2003. He has lived on the North Shore for 45
years, the last 20 of those in Deerfield.
D-TALES
Your Municipal News Source
January / February 2009 Vol. 31, No. 1
Check it Out!
Page 2:
• Consolidated Election
Page 3:
• Snow Plowing Operations
Page 5:
• Citizens Police Academy
Page 6:
• Residents Honored
Page 7:
• Boards and Commissions Thank You
Tax Levy Approved by
Board of Trustees
Each local government serving the residents
of Deerfield collects property taxes from
residential and commercial property owners.
At their December 15th meeting, the Mayor
and Board of Trustees approved the 2008
Real Estate Tax Levy Ordinance that
determines the property taxes that the Village
will receive in the next year. The amount to
be collected by the Village will remain the
same as last year, resulting in a Village tax
rate decrease.
As a portion of individual property tax bills,
the Village receives approximately 3% of the
total. This figure represents approximately
10% of the total revenue collected by the
Village annually. Other revenue sources
include sales tax, user charges and permit
fees. Village staff has begun the process of
preparing the 2009-2010 annual budget. This
intensive process examines major capital
improvement projects, along with everyday
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Happy New Year!
The Village of Deerfield wishes you a Prosperous 2009
Wastewater reclamation
facility design report
At their regular meeting on Monday,
December 1, the Village Board of Trustees
approved the Wastewater Reclamation
Facility (WRF) design report prepared by the
Village’s professional engineering advisors,
Strand Associates, Inc.
The proposed design will streamline the
treatment process, making the facility more
energy-efficient and cost-effective. The
design will allow for future modifications that
will be needed as new state and federal
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Village Thanks Feldman
Leaving the Village Board
after nearly 4 years of
service is Trustee Michelle
Feldman. Trustee Feldman
was elected to a four year
term in 2005. She resigned
as a trustee (effective
November 24, 2008) as she
began service on the Lake County Board
December 1st. Trustee Feldman was
recognized for her service at the Board of
Trustees meeting on November 3rd.
Bannockburn Fire Protection
District, the Deerfield Park
District, and may require
assistance from county, state
and federal governments.
Agencies tasked with response
and recovery missions under
this plan make up Deerfield’s
emergency management team
(with the help of Lake and
Cook County Emergency
Management Agencies). The
emergency management team,
functioning from the EOC, is
responsible for making the
strategic decisions necessary to
support the Incident
Management System and to
ensure the overall safety of the
community.
On December 1st,the Police
Department, Fire Department,
and Village staff participated in
a tabletop emergency training
exercise held at Takeda
Pharmaceuticals. The purpose
of the crisis training was to
teach area first responders and
Takeda’s Crisis Management
Team to better work together.
This exercise was the last
workshop in a series for the
Lake-Cook Regional Critical
Incident Partnership
(LCRCIP) directed by a team
from Michigan State
University.
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operations and forecasts
revenues and expenditures for
the upcoming year. The Mayor
and Board of Trustees have
maintained a conservative
approach so as to minimize the
burden on the taxpayers in
Deerfield. While the Village
cannot affect most of a property
tax bill, through the
commitment of the Mayor and
Board of Trustees, it has
reduced its own dependence on
property tax as a source of
revenue.
In addition, the Village has
been honored with its 18th
consecutive Distinguished
Budget Presentation Award
from the Government Finance
Officers Association (GFOA).
This award highlights the
commitment of the Mayor and
Board of Trustees to present
and approve a budget that
promotes openness, encourages
resident participation, and
Tax Levy
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Reminders:
Christmas Tree Collection:
Veolia will collect Christmas trees and other organic holiday decorations placed at the curb on January 5 and 12 (for those with Monday
collections) and January 6 and 13 (for those with Tuesday collections).
Village Hall Closed:
Village Hall will be closed on Thursday, January 1 in observance of New Year’s Day and Monday, February 16 in observance of President’s
Day.
SWALCO Collections:
Need to dispose of old electronics after the holidays? SWALCO is hosting the following household electronic collections:
• 1180 Half Day Road, Highland Park
Tuesdays and Fridays from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Year-Round)
For a list of items that are accepted for collection, please visit the SWALCO website at www.lakecountyil.gov/swalco/default.htm
election and two for Library
Trustee.
Nomination papers must be
filed at the Village Hall
between 8:00 a.m. Monday,
January 19, 2009, and 4:30 p.m.
Monday, January 26, 2009.
Papers that are turned in prior
to the 19th will be returned as
not filed. For more
information, visit
www.elections.il.gov.
Emergency
Operations
Center & Takeda
Training
The Village’s Emergency
Operations Center (EOC)
located at the Village hall,
serves as the primary crisis
management center for
Deerfield. In 2008, the Village
received a $13,000 EOC grant
for monitors, computers, and a
weather station.
Preparation for major
emergencies and disasters
requires contingency planning
by all departments and agencies
of a local government. The
Village’s Emergency
Operations Plan emphasizes
coordination with all Village
departments, the Deerfield-
meets the highest standards of
local government budgeting.
Additional budget information
will be available in upcoming
issues of D-Tales. Questions
regarding the Village’s
budgeting process may be
directed to the Finance
Department at 847/945-5000,
or via email at
deermail@deerfield-il.org
consolidated
election
Official filing information
packets issued by the Lake
County Clerk's Office for the
elective offices of Mayor,
Village Trustee, and Deerfield
Library Trustee are now
available at the Deerfield
Village Hall for the
Consolidated Election to be
held on April 7, 2009.
Along with the office of Mayor,
there are three Village Trustees’
positions that will be open for
Thank You!
The Police Department would like to thank the community
for its generosity and support throughout 2008. Thanks to your
help, the Department raised over $11,000 for the Illinois Special
Olympics, provided a truckload of toys to Toys for Tots and
made a significant contribution to the American Cancer
Society/ Relay for Life.
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•By Village ordinance, vehicles
cannot be parked on the
street for 24 hours after 3
inches of snow have fallen.
Keeping vehicles off the street
assists plows and salt trucks in
clearing the streets more
effectively.
•By Village ordinance, you
may not deposit snow from
your property onto the street
or sidewalk. This can hinder
safe passage of vehicles and
pedestrians, and makes it
harder for Village plow crews
to keep streets clear.
•Adopt a fire hydrant!
Remember, when you shovel
your sidewalk and driveway,
do not forget to clear snow
from fire hydrants in front of
your property to ensure that
they are accessible if needed.
In late spring, the proposed site
plan will be presented to the
Plan Commission for its
consideration and public
hearing. The Village will be
seeking to amend the Special
Use for the WRF so that it is
consistent with the proposed
design. After the Plan
Commission provides a
recommendation, the Village
Board will consider the matter.
Following the zoning review,
construction plan preparation
and IEPA consideration, bids
will be solicited in late 2009 for
the 18-month construction
project starting in 2010.
For more information, please visit
www.deerfield-il.org,or contact
the Public Works Department at
847/317.7245.
environmental standards are
adopted.
In addition to meeting
technical operating
requirements, the proposed
design should prove to be a
better neighbor with upgrades
that will decrease both odor
and noise.
Next, Strand and Associates
along with Village staff, will
prepare detailed engineering
and construction plans to
install the improvements.
After the plans are complete,
they will be submitted to the
IEPA for approval. This entire
process is anticipated to take
several months.
Snow Plowing
Operations
Snow removal and roadway ice
control operations have been
underway since early
December. The Village’s Public
Works Department is prepared
to deal with these situations and
is able to effectively clear
Deerfield’s 70 miles of roadway
quickly to make safe passage
possible for all who use our
streets.
To assist your neighbors and
Village staff this winter, please
remember the following:
•One way to assure that street
plows do not fill a cleared
driveway entrance with snow
is to follow this simple
guideline: Shovel the snow to
the side, in the direction of
traffic, and clear a pocket of
snow on the opposite side of
your driveway (see the
illustration above). The
accumulated snow in the plow
will dump into the pocket and
not on your driveway. This
simple procedure will reduce
the possibility of residual
snow being plowed from the
street into your driveway.
Prevent Damage
to Mailboxes
During the winter months,
mailboxes are sometimes
damaged when snow storms
affect Deerfield. If your mailbox
has been
damaged this
winter, or if
you are
planning to
install a new
one, please
be aware of
how to properly install a
mailbox that meets Village
standards.
The majority of mailbox
knockdowns result because the
post supporting the mailbox has
deteriorated or because the
mailbox was installed too close
to the roadway.
A mailbox may extend no less
than 12 inches away from the
back of the curb or the roadway
edge. The mailbox post must be
mounted at least 18 inches away
from the back of the curb or
roadway edge. The post should
be strong, but should be able to
break away if struck by a vehicle
that leaves the pavement.
If you decide to install a new
mailbox, contact JULIE by
dialing 811 before you dig. This
will allow you to see any buried
utilities so that you will know
where they are located.
If you have questions regarding
your mailbox, please contact the
Public Works Department at
847/317-7245.
Sidewalk Snow
Removal
Residents are asked to please
be mindful of pedestrians and
school children by clearing
their sidewalk of snow and ice.
Trash bins should be placed on
the driveway apron to keep the
sidewalk as unobstructed as
possible.
The illustration above highlights
the best ways to shovel snow to
keep your driveway as clear as
possible during plowing
operations.
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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
Awarded contract for street pavement analysis and street sign and tree inventory
Awarded the contract for the Wilmot Road and Hazel Avenue bridge rehabilitation engineering services contract to URS Corporation
Awarded the contract for consulting services for the Deerfield Road Safety Sidewalk project to Burns & McDonnell and authorized
Mayor Harris to sign the Local Agency Agreement for federal participation
Authorized a three-year maintenance agreement with Radicom Communications
Authorized the release of specified Executive Session minutes as recommended pursuant to the Illinois Open Meetings Act
Approved the WRF Design Report and authorized Strand and Associates to prepare IEPA application and construction specifications
Adopted an Ordinance increasing the number of Class C liquor licenses from 3 to 4 for Thai Thai Restaurant
Adopted an Ordinance approving a ground lease agreement with US Cellular for co-location on the monopole at Deerfield Village Hall
Adopted an Ordinance approving a ground lease agreement with T-Mobile for co-location on the monopole at Deerfield Village Hall
Adopted an Ordinance approving a Special Use for Starland Dance in building #9 at 710 Robert York Avenue in Deerfield Square
Adopted the resolution approving an emergency operations Plan for the Village of Deerfield
Accepted the report and recommendation regarding the Deerfield Road Safety Sidewalk Design
Awards and Proclamations
Awarded $2,500 to Deerfield High School in support of Substance Abuse Prevention Programs
Proclaimed October 22, 2008 as “United Way Kick-Off Day” in Deerfield
Proclaimed the week of October 25 – 26, 2008 as “Boy Scout Troop #50 Haunted House Days” in Deerfield
Proclaimed November 2008 as “National Fair Housing Month” in Deerfield
Proclaimed the week of November 30-December 6, 2008, as the “League of Women Voters of the Deerfield Area Week” in Deerfield
Recognized Boy Scout Troop 150 on their 50th Anniversary
Recognized Carol Spielman for her 16 years of service to Deerfield on the Lake County Board
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Deerfield Park District
All Star Basketball Weekend
January 3
Half Day Happening
Jewett Park Community Center
January 16 & February 27
School’s Out Program
Jewett Park Community Center
January 19 & February 16,17
Super Bowl Party for Adults 50 Plus
Patty Turner Senior Center
February 1
Daddy Daughter Dinner Dance
Patty Turner Senior Center
February 8
Golf Mixer
Deerfield Golf Club
February 17
Mom and Son Activity Night
Jewett Park Community Center
February 20
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 open at 10:00 a.m.,
Wednesday, January 14, and will be
closed Monday, February 16 in
observance of President’s Day
Adult Programs:
Career Advice
January 13 & February 10
Please register in advance
My Life in Theatre w/ Toby Nicholson
January 6, 7:00 p.m.
Book Discussion: The Septembers of Shiraz
by Dalia Sofer
January 8, 10:30 a.m.
Those Were the Days Radio Players
January 11, 2:00 p.m.
Identity Theft & Consumer Fraud
Prevention
February 7, 7:00 p.m.
AARP Tax Aid
February 10, 1:00 p.m.
Meet Mrs. Lincoln
February 11, 7:00 p.m.
Nightclub in the Afternoon,
Valentine’s Day Dance
February 14, 3:00 p.m.
Yoga for Stress-Reduction: Find Peace &
Release
February 22, 2:00 p.m.
Youth Programs:
Family Times
Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.
Toddler Times
January 8, 22 & February 5,19, 10:30 a.m.
Dora & Diego Scavenger Hunt
January 20, 3:30 p.m. & 21, 10:30 a.m.
Visit with a Chicago Wolves Player
January 21, 6:00 p.m.
Abraham Lincoln Birthday Party
January 31, 2:00 p.m.
Rosemary Sazonoff Writing Contest
February 1 - 28
Doll Tea Party
February 21, 2:00 p.m.
Note: Please register in advance for all
programs by calling 847/945-3311.
For more information and a full listing of
events, visit the library on the web at
www.deerfieldlibrary.org
West Deerfield
Township
Township Board meetings will be held
January 19 and February 17 at the
Township Offices, 601 Deerfield Road.
For more information on township
services, visit
www.westdeerfieldtownship.org.
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neighborhoods, where they can
share what they have learned.
CO Poisoning
Prevention Tips
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an
odorless, colorless gas that, with
too much exposure, can cause
sudden illness and death. In
order to protect individuals and
families from harm caused by
this gas, the State of Illinois
mandated CO detectors in
homes, effective January 1,
2007. These tips are also
helpful in keeping your family
safe:
•Never use a gas range or oven
to heat a home.
•Never use a charcoal grill,
hibachi, lantern, or portable
camping stove inside a home,
tent, or camper.
•Never run a generator,
pressure washer, or any
gasoline-powered engine
inside a basement, garage, or
other enclosed structure, even
if the doors or windows are
open.
•Keep vents and flues free of
debris, especially if winds are
high. Flying debris can block
ventilation ducts.
•Never run a motor vehicle,
generator, pressure washer, or
any gasoline-powered engine
outside an open window,
door, or vent where exhaust
can enter an enclosed area.
•Never leave the motor
running in a vehicle parked in
an enclosed or partially
enclosed space, such as a
garage.
•If CO poisoning is suspected,
consult a health care
professional immediately.
Citizens Police
Academy
The Deerfield Police
Department is again sponsoring
a Citizens Police Academy.
Classes meet on Wednesday
evenings, from 7:00 to 9:00
p.m. beginning January 14,
2009 through March 18, 2009.
Classes are limited to 12
participants who must be at
least 18 years old, a Deerfield
resident and have no felony
convictions. Most classes will be
held at the Deerfield Police
Department, 850 Waukegan
Road, but some classes may also
be held at an alternate location,
depending on the subject
matter. Topics covered in the
classes include fundamentals of
investigations, narcotics, canine
units, and a citizen ride-along.
To apply to participate in the
Citizens Police Academy,
download an application from
the Police Department’s
website at www.deerfield-il.org
and return the completed
application to the Police
Department. You may also pick
up an application at the Police
Department. Questions may be
directed to Commander Mel
Soltwisch at 847/945-8636
from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The Deerfield Police
Department is committed to
the philosophy of Community
Policing. The Citizen Police
Academy provides a forum to
improve lines of
communication between the
police and the community.
Graduates become partners
with the Police Department in
identifying problems and
solutions to quality of life issues
that face the Deerfield
community and take their
knowledge back to their
Measure your
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.
During the winter season
heating costs can take a toll
on your pocketbook, as well
as on the environment.
Following these simple steps
can save you money and help
lessen your carbon footprint.
•Turn off unused lights and
electronics.
•Use compact fluorescent
light bulbs.
•Use a programmable
thermostat to lower
temperatures when no one
is at home.
•Take a shorter shower, use
a low-flow showerhead, and
turn down your water
heater by 1-3 degrees.
•Increase wall, window, and
roof insulation as much as
possible.
Decreasing your carbon
footprint will help contribute
to a healthier environment.
Deerfield is a proud member
of Clean Air Counts, a
coalition of governments and
private businesses in the
Chicagoland area committed
to promoting the
environment. These simple
steps can help you to do your
part to make a visible
difference in Deerfield!
Senior Programs
@ 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.
January 5, Great Decisions
January 6, Blood Pressure/
Blood Glucose Screenings
January 8, Rules of the Road
January 9, Silk Scarf Workshop
January 12, Fly Casting Class
January 14, “Grease”
January 20, Single Mingle
January 26, “Brain Training”
January 28, American Soldier
Exhibit
February 1, Super Bowl Party-
sponsored by Whitehall of
Deerfield
February 2, Great Decisions
February 3, Blood Pressure/
Blood Glucose Screenings
February 9, Lunch with Oscar/
Reid Schulz
February 16, The Aztec World
Exhibit
February 16, Great Decisions
February 24, Single Mingle
February 27, Arm Chair Travel
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.
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•Do not allow your dog to run
freely on open ice. It can be
difficult to judge the safety of
the ice, and your dog could
be at risk of falling through.
During the winter, it is best to
keep your pets inside with the
family. The happiest dogs are
those that are taken out
frequently for walks and
exercise, but are kept inside the
rest of the time. Dogs and cats
crave human companionship
and should be indoors with
you and your family.
For more information on pet
safety, please call the Health
Department’s Animal Care and
Control facility at 847/949-
9925.
digital
transition
Remember that at midnight on
Tuesday, February 17, 2009, all
full-power television stations in
the United States will stop
broadcasting in the traditional
analog method, completing the
transition to all-digital
broadcasting.
If you are using an analog
television set that is not
connected to a pay TV service
(i.e. your TV requires
connection to an antenna),
you will no longer receive
broadcasting after the digital
changeover.
For more information on the
options that are available to
you, contact the National
Telecommunications and
Information Administration by
visiting their website at
www.dtv2009.gov,or by calling
1-888-DTV-2009.
Affordable rents
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.
Due to the strained economy,
many homeowners have
applied to participate in
Homesharing and are in need
of a renter. To apply, contact
Jackie Grossmann at 847/501-
5732 or, jackie@
interfaithhousingcenter.org.
comfortably, but small
enough to hold in his or her
body heat. The floor should
be raised a few inches off the
ground and covered with
cedar shavings or straw. The
house should face away from
the wind, and the doorway
should be covered with
waterproof covering or heavy
plastic.
•Pets that spend a lot of time
outside during the winter
need more food because
keeping warm depletes
energy. Make sure to
routinely check your pet’s
water dish to keep water fresh
and unfrozen. Use plastic
food and water bowls because
when the temperature is low,
the pet’s tongue can stick and
freeze to metal.
•Salt and other chemicals used
to melt snow and ice can
irritate the pads of your pet’s
feet. Wipe their feet with a
damp towel before your pet
licks them and irritates his or
her mouth.
•Antifreeze is a deadly poison
that has a sweet taste, which
may attract animals. Wipe up
spills and store antifreeze out
of reach. If possible, use
antifreeze coolant made with
propylene glycol. If this is
swallowed in small amounts,
it will not hurt pets.
Keeping Pets Safe
in Winter
Weather
The following information has
been provided by the Lake County
Health Department/ Community
Health Center.
Not only can winter weather be
a time of illness and injury if
people fail to take appropriate
health and safety precautions,
but harsh conditions can be
tough on pets as well.
Following are some tips on how
to help keep your pet safe and
healthy this winter:
•Do not leave dogs outdoors
when it becomes
uncomfortably cold. Most
dogs and cats are safer
indoors except when taken
out for exercise. Regardless of
the season, short-haired, very
young or old dogs and all cats
should never be left outside
without supervision. Short-
coated dogs may feel more
comfortable wearing a sweater
during walks. If your pet is
shivering, it’s time to bring it
inside.
•No matter what the
temperature, wind chill can
threaten a pet’s life. If your
dog is an outdoor dog, he or
she should be protected by a
dry, draft-free doghouse that
is large enough to allow the
dog to sit and lie down
Residents honored
At this year’s Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service, Guy
and Carole Keefer were honored with the 2008 Human
Relations Award, presented by the Community Relations
Commission for their contributions to their community. We
extend our sincere congratulations to these residents,
who have dedicated so much of their time to be
of service to others.
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Appearance Review
Commission
Richard Coen, Ch.
Lisa Cummings* ~ Tom Dahlberg
Sean Ehlke ~ Jeremy Kanter
Howard Shachter ~ Glenn Zagon*
Board of Building Appeals
Ted Galvani ~ Walter Hallford
Richard R. Osman ~ Berton Ring
Steven Welch
Board of Police
Commissioners
James Marovitz, Ch.
Paul Blakey ~ James Warren
Rick Hiton, ex officio
Board of Zoning Appeals
Bob Speckmann, Ch.
Leonard Adams ~ Larry Berg
Herbert Kessel ~ Theodore Kuczek
Jim Moyer ~ Karen Scott
Cable &
Telecommunications
Commission
Paul Diambri, Ch.
John Chaput ~ Neil Charak
Phillip Elbling ~ Gregory Lapin
Steven Robinson ~ John Sanner
William Steffey ~ Ken Urbaszewski
Cemetery Association
Maynard Grossman ~ Laura Kempf
Daniel Ziemba
Community Relations
Commission
Jerry Witkovsky, Ch.*
Gil Antokal ~ Mitchell Feinberg
Penina Frankel ~ Martin Friedman
Neil Samuels ~ Lois Shane
Lawrence Tracey ~ Lori Zwart
Electrical Commission
James Brown ~ Ted Galvani
Richard R. Osman ~ James Quinn
Michael Rouse
Emergency Services
Disaster Agency
Stan Rundell, Coordinator**
David Arnold ~ John Chaput
Gregory Lapin ~ William Steffey
Charles Van Eeckhout ~Jim Waring
Energy & Recycling
Commission
Matthew Wylie, Ch.
Susan Ansbach ~ Donald Anderson
Amy Parker ~ Laurence Ratner
Glenn Schwartz ~ Edwin Seidman
Family Days Committee
Judy Nelson, Ch.
Arthur Hyams ~ Rick Julison
Gene Meltser ~ Edwin Seidman
Mark Villano
Farmer’s Market
Committee
Andi & Alan Berkowitz
Pat & Tom Jester
Joanne Kunz
Joan & Brian Reed
Fine Arts Commission
Jeffrey Marks, Ch.
Dorothy Fiedler ~ James Golding
Sharon Laney ~ Edwin Seidman
Barbara Weisskopf
Manpower Commission
Jules Crystal, Ch.
Julie Morrison ~ Jean Reuther
Susie Wexler
Plan Commission
Michael Swartz, Ch.
Gail Gussis ~ Elaine Jacoby
David Marks ~ Mary Oppenheim
Stuart Shayman ~ Norton Wasserman
Police Pension Board
Mark Anfenson
Robert Davenport
Kenneth Urbaszewski
Safety Council
Alan Bromberg, Ch.
Melissa Bigg ~ Marc Brown
Lora Hauser* ~ William Keefe
Larry Smith
Sister City Committee
Else Kuerten ~ Ken Nylund
Ruth Schiffels
Stormwater Management
Commission
Bill Davis, Ch.
Franklin Kulhanek ~ Lee Rose
Village Center
Development Commission
Alan Garfield, Ch.,
Oscar Adler ~ Douglas Banzuly
Gary Cooper ~ Garo Emerzian
Ernst Kaufmann ~ Joan Reed
Jannes Zobus
(* No Longer Serving)
(** Deceased)
THANK YOU!
Our sincere thanks to these residents who volunteered their time on the
Village’s various Boards, Commissions and Committees in 2008.
If you are interested in volunteering on a Board or Commission, please contact the Village Manager’s Office
at 847/719-7400 for an application.
The Village of Deerfield is committed to providing superior services to its
residents. Therefore, we are pleased to respond to your individual questions,
thoughts, suggestions, or concerns. Simply return this form to Village Hall or
email us at deermail@deerfield-il.org Please provide an address so that we can
respond directly.
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Please return to:
Village Manager’s Office
850 Waukegan Road
Deerfield, Illinois 60015
Village Board meetings are the first and third Mondays of the month and are 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 on the Friday prior to the Village Board
Meeting.
Village Voice
Village Officials:
Mayor:
Steven M. Harris - 847/940-7533
Email: sharris@mcdonaldhopkins.com
Trustees:
Robert Benton - 847/945-1570
Email: bobbenton@prodigy.net
Thomas 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
Norton Wasserman - 847/945-8061
randnwass@aol.com
Village Manager
Kent S. Street - 847/719-7400
Email: kstreet@deerfield.il.us
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)
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