Vol. 31, No. 5 - Sep/Oct 2009D-Tales
Your Municipal News Source
Vol. 31, No. 5September/October 2009
Village
of
Deerfield
850 Waukegan Road
Deerfield, Illinois 60015
847/945.5000
Visit us online at
www.deerfield.il.us
Meeting Schedule
Meeting times/dates subject to change.
September
Village Center Development Comm.
September 2, 7:30 p.m.
Village Hall Closed
September 7, Labor Day
Board of Trustees
September 8 & 21, 7:30 p.m.
Plan Commission
September 10 & 24, 7:30 p.m.
Fine Arts Commission
September 21, 6:00 p.m.
Appearance Review Commission
September 21, 7:30 p.m.
Safety Council
September 22, 7:30 p.m.
October
Board of Trustees
October 5 & 19, 7:30 p.m.
Village Center Development Comm.
October 7, 7:30 p.m.
Plan Commission
October 8 & 22, 7:30 p.m.
Appearance Review Commission
October 26, 7:30 p.m.
Safety Council
October 27, 7:30 p.m.
Visit www.deerfield.il.us
for meeting agendas and
locations.
check it out!
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• Community Services Day
• Parents. The Anti-Drug
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• Fall Leaf Collection
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• Citizens Police Academy
Page 6:
• Historical Society Fall Festival
Village Green Proposal~
Update
Since the last edition of D-Tales, the Village
Board has discussed the Village Green and
parking proposal at the Committee of the
Whole workshop July 27th and the regular
Board meeting on August 17th. At the
conclusion of the August 17th discussion,
staff was directed to develop alternate designs
for the 1.7 acres that take several agreed upon
factors into consideration. Revised alterna-
tives will be presented for further delibera-
tion at yet to be scheduled meetings. The
August 17th staff report, along with other
project information, is available on the
Village’s website www.deerfield.il.us. e
2010 Census: It’s In Our
Hands
In less than a year, a very important event
will take place. In April 2010, the U.S. Census
Bureau will conduct its decennial survey to
find out how many Americans are living in
the United States.
The Census count is extremely important
to our Village. We receive state and federal
funds based on our population. A short count
means we will not get our fair share of those
funds.
The April 2010 Census form is going to be
much shorter and easier to complete than
the one completed in 2000, with only 10
questions. The information you provide is
confidential. Village staff and officials will not
receive individual answers, but rather a broad
analysis of the data collected.
The 2010 Census also offers opportunity for
employment. Please visit www.2010.census.
gov for the current job opportunities that are
available.
For more information about the 2010 Census in
Deerfield, please contact Jeff Ryckaert, Princi-
pal Planner, at jryckaert@deerfield.il.us or call
847/719.7482. e
Please join us
September 12 at the
5th Annual
Community Services Day ~
A Tribute to Service!
(See Page 2)
Why Shop
Local?
Shopping Local...
1. … Supports Deerfield’s Vibrant Mix of
Businesses
2. … Fosters Community Relationships
3. … Protects the Environment
4. … Reinvests in the Village
5. … Creates Jobs that Help to Strengthen
the Local Economy
Shop Deerfield is a joint partnership of the
DBR Chamber of Commerce and the
Village of Deerfield.
For more information, call the Chamber at
847/945.4660 or visit www.dbrchamber.com.
villageNEWS
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and provide accurate information about
alcohol, tobacco and other drug use in
Bannockburn, Deerfield, Highland Park,
Highwood and Riverwoods.
By taking time to talk (adult to adult, adult
to teen, and teen to teen) about the risks
and consequences of alcohol, tobacco and
other drug use, a more informed adult
and teen citizenry is created, resulting in
reduced consumption of alcohol, tobacco
and other drugs among teens in our
communities.
Parents are the most powerful influence in
a child’s life — greater than peers, popular
music, television, celebrities and the media!
Research shows that kids who consistently
learn about the risks of drugs from their
parents are 50% less likely to use drugs
and alcohol than those who do not; yet,
only 30% of teens report learning about the
risks of using drugs and alcohol from their
parents. More surprisingly, according to
a recent study of District 113 students,
parental disapproval is one of the most
important deterrents to drug or alcohol use.
In the coming weeks, Parents. The Anti-Drug
will be providing interesting, and perhaps
surprising facts about:
• Alcohol and drug use in our teen
community (Illinois Youth Survey Data);
• Consequences/laws and local school
policies; and,
• Tips to get your teens talking
(conversation starters and talking points)
We encourage parents and all adults to keep
your eyes open for additional information
from Parents. The Anti-Drug. e
Need Career Advice?
Local career assistance resources:
• Lake Forest Career Resource Center
www.careerresourcecenter.org
847/295.5626
• North Suburban Career & Networking
Center
www.northsubcareers.org
847/602.8010 e
Foundation, Food for Thought, District
109 PTOs, and other sponsors, this event
promises to be fun for the whole family. We
hope to see you there!
Schedule of Events
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Passenger/Child
Safety Seat Checkpoint*
9:00 a.m. - Noon: SWALCO
Household Electronics Collection*
No gas can collection this year. For
listing of materials accepted, please visit
www.co.lake.il.us/swalco
Noon - 4:00 p.m.: Inflatable
Rides; Touch-A-Truck; Balloon Twisters/
Entertainers; DJ
Noon - 4:00 p.m.: Craft Tent Sponsored
by PTOs of District 109
12:45 p.m.: Posting of the Colors by
American Legion Post 738
1:00 - 1:15 p.m.: Special Award
Presentation to Corporate Sponsors
1:15 - 2:45 p.m.: Flight for Life Helicopter
Landing
1:45 - 2:15 p.m.: Police K-9
Demonstration
2:00 - 2:30 p.m.: Auto Extrication
2:30 - 2:45 p.m.: Corporate Mascot Race
3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.: Residential “Live
Fire” Sprinkler & Extinguisher Demo
*At 465 Elm, Public Works Facility.
Other Activities (times
vary)
Service Club Displays/Booths; Games;
Give-Aways; Safety Kiosks; DUI Simulated
Driving Experience; Cholesterol & Glucose
Testing; Blood Pressure Checking; and
much, much more! Food and Beverages
Available for Purchase from Il Forno Pizza.
For more information on this exciting
community event, please visit the Village’s
website at www.deerfield.il.us, or call
847/945.5000. e
Parents. The Anti-Drug
Parents. The Anti-Drug is a newly formed
community based organization comprised
of parents, local government and school
officials, clergy and healthcare providers,
whose mission is to generate conversation
Community Services Day
~ A Tribute to Service
A cooperative effort of the Village of
Deerfield, the Deerfield-Bannockburn Fire
Protection District, the
Deerfield Park District,
and the Deerfield and
Bannockburn Police
Departments, the 5th
Annual Community
Services Day celebration
is a free, community-
wide event for residents of all ages.
The festivities will be held on Saturday,
September 12 from noon to 4:00 p.m.
at Brickyards Park and the Patty Turner
Senior Center in Deerfield.
Community Services Day is spearheaded
by local government agencies to help
promote services offered by the many local
organizations that serve the community.
This event is a unique opportunity for
residents to learn about the programs and
services that local agencies offer. Deerfield,
Bannockburn and Riverwoods community
service clubs and organizations will be
represented.
Throughout the day there will be
demonstrations, exhibits and activities.
These include a live landing of the Flight
for Life medical helicopter; a police
dog demonstration; “Touch-a-Truck”
featuring Fire, Police, & Public Works
vehicles; a mascot race and various other
types of entertainment. New activities
this year include safety kiosks, interactive
demonstrations, and a new DUI simulated
driving experience (height requirement
applies). Also, North Shore Hospital
Systems joins the venue with the following
free services: cholesterol & glucose testing
as well as blood pressure checking. Food
will be available for purchase throughout
the day. A passenger/child safety seat
checkpoint will be offered from 9:00 a.m.
to noon. Also during that time, the Village
will host a household electronics collection
at the Public Works facility, 465 Elm Street.
Thanks to the generous support of
Astellas Pharma U.S., Inc., The John Buck
Company of Parkway North, Deerfield Park
publicWORKS
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policies cover the building structure, but
not the contents. However, this coverage
can also be obtained upon request. There
is a 30-day waiting period before coverage
becomes effective. Plan ahead; do not wait
until a flood is predicted before purchas-
ing flood insurance. If you are building
inside the floodplain, the purchase of flood
insurance is mandatory if using a federally
regulated/insured bank for a loan.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you require further or more detailed
information regarding flood-related issues
in Deerfield, following are some additional
sources:
• FEMA.gov
• Engineering Department, 847/317.2490
• Floodplain FAQ page, www.deerfield.il.us
• Deerfield Public Library e
Construction Updates
Please refer to the Village’s
website www.deerfield.
il.us (click “Construction
Updates” on the homepage) for additional
project information, detour maps and
construction updates. If you have questions
regarding any of the following projects,
please contact Robert Phillips, Assistant
Village Engineer, at 847/317.2490, or via
email at rphillips@deerfield.il.us.
Quick Notes:
• Waukegan Road Resurfacing:
IDOT’s roadway rehabilitation work on
Waukegan Road between Central Avenue
and North Avenue will be complete by
October 16, 2009. Daytime and/or
permanent lane closures are expected to
be in place for the duration of the project.
If you have questions, please contact Mike
Schechtman, IDOT, at mike.schechtman@
illinois.gov .
• 2009 Bridge Work Complete:
The 2009 Bridge Rehabilitation Project was
completed on July 31, 2009 by Herlihy
Mid-Continent Company. The newly
constructed bridges (Wilmot and Hazel)
have been built according to the IDOT and
American Association of State Highway
and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)
requirements. The project was 80% funded
by the Federal Highway Administration
through the Highway Bridge Rehabilitation
and Reconstruction Program (HBRRP).
Through the HBRRP, the Village is also
preparing to reconstruct/rehabilitate two
additional bridges in 2011 (Central Ave. &
Juniper Court).
• Wilmot Road South:
To attain ARRA stimulus funds, construc-
tion will begin in September. For construc-
tion and public safety purposes, Wilmot
Road will be closed to southbound traffic to
facilitate the work. A detour route has been
established and will be in place as the work
commences. Wilmot School will be acces-
sible from Wilmot Road for northbound
traffic only but will have full access from
Deerfield Road. A map of the detour can be
viewed on www.deerfield.il.us. e
Fall Leaf Collection
The Village’s annual leaf
collection program
provides residents with an
alternative for disposal of
their autumn leaves. Resi-
dents who do not mulch or bag their leaves
may simply rake leaves to the curb or carriage
walk line the night before their scheduled
pickup. Beginning the week of October 26
and continuing through November 19, Public
Works Department crews will make one pass
by each house in the Village every week dur-
ing the 4-week program. Please inform your
landscaper of these provisions.
Here are some reminders for leaf pickup:
• Do not park on the street the day of your
pickup.
• Do not rake grass clippings, sticks, rocks,
branches or mud to the curb with your
leaves.
• Try to put leaves out each week, if possible.
Inclement weather may delay pickups, but
crews will make at least four trips through
your neighborhood.
To view a map that highlights the quadrants
of the Village and their associated pick-up day
of the week, please visit www.deerfield.il.us. For
more information call 847/317.7245. e
Flood Information:
Part 2
(Continued from July/August 2009 Issue)
FLOODPLAIN PERMIT
REQUIREMENTS
All development within the 100-year
floodplain is required to undergo a formal
review by the Engineering Department.
Approval by the department must be
granted prior to doing any work. This
includes not just building construction, but
also filling, excavation, fences, etc. Please
contact the Engineering Department at
847/317.2490 to receive all the information
you will need in order to properly develop
in the floodplain.
SUBSTANTIAL IMPROVEMENT
The National Flood Insurance Program
(NFIP) requires that if the cost of improve-
ments or the cost to repair damages (from
any cause) to a building in a floodplain
exceeds 50% of the market value of the
building (excluding land value), the entire
building must be brought up to current
floodplain management standards.
Building improvement projects include
exterior/interior remodeling, rehabilitation,
additions, and repair/reconstruction
projects. Additionally, the cost of currently
planned improvements will be added to the
cost of previously made improvements and
compared to the existing market value to
determine if the improvements exceed 50%
of the structure’s value.
FLOOD INSURANCE
Most homeowner’s insurance policies do
not cover flood damage. Flood insurance is
only available to those communities
participating in the NFIP. Because of
Deerfield’s current floodplain management
programs, the Village is part of the NFIP
and thus, residents are able to obtain flood
insurance. Additionally, because the
Village participates in the Federal
Emergency Management Association’s
(FEMA) voluntary Community Rating
System (CRS) program, flood insurance
premiums are discounted.
Be sure to check your policy to ensure
you have adequate coverage. Usually these
boardREPORT
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Deerfield Park District
Deerspring Pool Closes, September 7
Community Services Day at Brickyards/
PTSC, September 12
Mudfest at Jewett Park, September 13
50+ Lifestyle Expo/Flu Shots at PTSC,
October 10
Columbus Day- School’s Out Program,
October 12
Hoopla Dance at Sachs Recreation Center
(Middle School), October 16
Halloween Hoopla at Jewett Park
Community Center, October 23-24
Family Theater Performances, Willy Wonka,
November 13-15 & 20-22
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 all day Monday,
September 7 and will open at 1:00 p.m.
on Friday, October 23.
Adult Programs
Library Poets, Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.
Career Advice, Tuesdays, September 1 &
October 6, 9:30 a.m.
The Universe in Images, September 8, 7:00
p.m.
Poetry Reading by David Darlow, September
17, 7:00 p.m.
From Page to Stage: Rosencrantz &
Guildenstern Are Dead, September 22, 6:00
p.m.; Hamlet, September 29, 6:00 p.m.;
Shakespeare in Love, October 13, 6:00 p.m.
Sell Yourself in Any Interview, September 26,
10:00 a.m.
Friends Used Book Sale, October 3, 9:00
a.m. - 4:00 p.m. & October 4, 1:00 p.m. -
4:30 p.m.
Henna Tattoos for Teens & Adults, October
10, 10:00 a.m.
Super-Couponing, October 22, 7:00 p.m.
Book Discussion
The Lazarus Project by Aleksandar Hemon,
September 10, 10:30 a.m.
Beautiful Boy by David Sheff,
September 15, 10:30 a.m.
Amy and Isabelle by Elizabeth Strout,
September 17, 7:30 p.m.
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie
Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie
Barrows, October 8, 10:30 a.m.
The 19th Wife by David Ebershoff
October 15, 7:30 p.m.
The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson,
October 20, 10:30 a.m.
Teen Programs
Movie Night: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the
Galaxy, October 20, 7:00 p.m.
Hi-Tech Craft, October 21, 7:00 p.m.
Book Discussion: How to Survive a Robot
Uprising (Grades 7-12), October 22, 7:00 p.m.
Storytimes
Family Times, Saturdays, September 5 -
November 28, 11:00 a.m.
Toddler Times, Every-Other Thursday,
September 10 - November 19, 10:30 a.m.
After School Stories (Grades K-2), Thursdays,
September 17 - October 22 , 4:00 p.m.
Youth Drop-In Activities
Happy Apples, September 1 - 30
Storytime at the Farmers Market,
September 12, 7:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Drop-In Crafts,
September 16
Instrument Petting Zoo (Grades K - 5),
September 26, 1:00 p.m.
Trick-or-Treat Youth Services Department,
October 31
Youth Registered Activities
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs Party,
September 9, 4:00 p.m.
Music Together: Early Childhood Music
September 13, 2:00 p.m.
Wild Things Party, October 10, 2:00 p.m.
Lunch & A Movie: The Tale of Despereaux,
October 12, Noon
Art Workshop, October 13, 11:00 a.m.
Feeling Good & Singing Good, October 18,
4:00 p.m.
You’re Reading What? A Book Group for
Parents of Tweens, October 20, 7:00 p.m.
Teddy Bear Sleepover, October 27, 7:00
p.m.
Note: To register call 847/945.3311. For
more information and a full listing of events,
please visit the library on the web at www.
deerfieldlibrary.org.
West Deerfield
Township
Township Board meetings will be held
September 15 and October 20 at the
Township Offices, 601 Deerfield Road.
For more information, visit
www.westdeerfieldtownship.org. e
The following is a synopsis of actions taken by the Village Board since the last issue of D-Tales. For complete sets of minutes for Village
Board meetings, please visit the Village’s website at www.deerfield.il.us.
Village Board Action
Accepted the Report and Recommendation of the Plan Commission Regarding Text Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Regarding
the Definition of Attics in the Floor Area Ratio
Accepted the Recommendations of the Manpower Commission and Approved Commission Appointments
Adopted an Ordinance Granting a Front Yard Setback Variation for 464 Grove Place
Adopted an Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code of the Village of Deerfield to Increase the Number of Class C Liquor Licenses from
Three to Four for Teddy Fabz Restaurant
Approved IDOT’s Award of Contract for the Wilmot Road Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project
Approved Award of Contract for the 2009 Street Rehabilitation Project
Approved a Supplement for Engineering Design Services for Lake Cook Road Construction to McDonough Associates, Inc.
Authorized the Purchase of Two Replacement Slicer Pumps for the Pfingsten Road Lift Station
Authorized a Lease Agreement with the Northeast Illinois Regional Crime Laboratory for a Five-Year Period
Authorized Staff to Enter into an Agreement with D&W Events for the 2010 Festival of Fine Arts
Authorized a $2,500 Donation to the North Suburban Career and Networking Center
Authorized the Purchase of New Frames and Covers for Village Utility Structures from East Jordan Iron Works, Inc.
Awarded the Contract for Sludge Removal to Dahm Enterprises at a cost of $18.10 per cubic yard
Awarded the Contract for Two New 2009 4-Wheel Drive Trucks with 9’ Service Body, Lift Gate and Plows to Peterson GMC
Awarded the Contract for One New 2009 or 2010 Vacuum Leaf Loader to Standard Equipment Company
Awarded the Contract to Purchase Grinder Packs for Deep Sewage Line at the WRF to JWC Environmental
Awards and Proclamations
Proclaimed that the Village of Deerfield will Commit to Partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau to Help Ensure a Full and Accurate
Census Count
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The Dangers of AirSoft
Guns
Nationwide, law enforcement officers are
having a growing number of tense encoun-
ters with young people who have AirSoft
guns, as these “toys” look like real firearms.
AirSoft guns are made of metal and plastic
to look exactly like real handguns, rifles
and assault weapons. They are spring,
electric or gas operated and fire round
plastic pellets. The replica guns often have
a small orange marking around the tip of
the gun barrel, but this often wears off, is
removed or covered.
The replica weapons are difficult to tell
from real guns at dusk, in the dark or
during suspected crimes. Parents and
others should be aware of the dangers of
the look-alike guns, because law enforce-
ment might respond as if these are real
weapons. According to Village Ordinance
0-88-69, AirSoft guns are not allowed
in Deerfield. The Ordinance states, “No
person shall have in his possession, carry
... a shotgun or rifle which may be used for
the explosion of bullets and cartridges or
any air gun, BB guns, gas operated gun or
spring operated gun...”
AirSoft was originally designed as a toy, but
it later gained popularity as a training tool
for law enforcement live fire training. e
Parents Who Host Lose
The Most
The Deerfield Police Department would
like to remind parents of the legal rami-
fications of hosting parties for underage
children. State law and local ordinance
prohibit the consumption of alcohol by a
minor, and parents that host parties will be
subject to prosecution to the full extent of
the law.
With the school year upon us and reunions
and homecoming events on the horizon, it
is important that parents keep an open and
active line of communication with their
children about the hazards of drinking and
driving and be vigilant in knowing their
child’s whereabouts.
Events in past years have shone a spotlight
on the dangers of underage drinking, a
hazard that can be effectively remedied by
parental prevention that starts at home.
Parents Who Host Lose the Most is a local
campaign to remind parents of the legal
ramifications of hosting parties and the
harm it can cause families.
What Parents Should Know:
• As a parent, you cannot give alcohol
to your teen’s friends under the age of 21
even in your own home or with their
parent’s permission.
• You cannot knowingly allow a person
under 21 to remain in your home or on
your property while consuming or
possessing alcohol.
If You Break the Law:
• You face a sentence of 365 days in jail, a
$2,500 fine and two years probation.
• Civil action may be taken against you
if you give alcohol to anyone under 21
and they, in turn, damage property, hurt
themselves or hurt someone else.
Things You Can Do as a Parent:
• Refuse to supply alcohol to anyone
under 21.
• Be at home when your teen has a party.
• Make sure that alcohol is not brought
into your home or property by your
teen’s friends.
• Talk to other parents about not
providing alcohol at other events your
child will be attending.
• Report underage drinking to the
Deerfield Police Department (you can
report anonymously).
For more information on this program,
contact the Deerfield Police Department at
847/945.8636. e
Citizens Police Academy
The Deerfield Police Department is
sponsoring a Citizens Police Academy
beginning September 16, 2009. The
program runs for 12 weeks. Classes meet
on Wednesday nights from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00
p.m. The classes are limited to 12 partici-
pants who must be at least18 years old, a
Deerfield resident (or work in the Village)
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. Each two-hour Academy
session covers a variety of subjects ranging
from basic law enforcement and its role in
the community to discussions and
demonstrations with other specialized units
within the Deerfield Police Department
including: SWAT, Mobile Field Force,
Gangs and Drug Suppression, K-9, Traffic,
Crime Prevention, and Youth and Social
Services. Academy students will also
participate in a citizen ride-along with a
patrol officer.
To apply to participate in the Citizens
Police Academy, download an application
from the Village website at www.deerfield.
il.us and return the completed application
to the Police Department. You may also
pick up an application at the Department.
Questions may be directed to Commander
Mel Soltwisch at 847/945.8636.
The Academy is an important component
of the Deerfield Police Department’s
Community Oriented Policing and
Problem Solving (COPPS) philosophy. The
Department is committed to the
philosophy of Community Policing. The
Citizen Police Academy provides a forum
to improve communication between police
and the community. Graduates become
partners with us in identifying problems
and solutions to quality of life issues that
face our community and are able to take
their knowledge back to neighborhoods,
where they can inform other community
members about the Police Department. e
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Historic Village Fall
Fest & Car Show
The 34th annual Deerfield Area
Historical Society Fall Festival will take
place on Sunday, September 13, from noon
to 4:00 p.m. at the Deerfield Historic
Village, Deerfield Road and Kipling Place.
This family-friendly, free event features
children’s activities, live entertainment,
food, demonstrations, antique cars, a book
and antique sale and fun for the entire
family. Children can try their hand at
vintage activities and attend class in a
one-room schoolhouse. Visitors are invited
to tour five buildings of historic interest
including the Caspar Ott log house. Built in
1837, it is Lake County’s oldest surviving
building.
All profits from the Fall Festival will be used
to help restore the buildings in the Historic
Village. For information call 847/948.0680,
email deerfieldhistory@gmail.com or visit
www.deerfieldhistoricalsociety.org
Attention Car Collectors!
A special invitation is extended to Deerfield
area residents to display their antique or
classic car at the Fall Festival on September
13. Add local flair to the event by showing
off your pride and joy. Park on the grass and
spend a pleasant afternoon at the Deerfield
Historic Village. Note: This is a showcase
for vehicles, not a competition. For car show
information, call 847/948.0680 or email
scramer724@yahoo.com
Crafters & Artisans Invited
Crafters, artisans and traditional craft
demonstrators are also invited to
participate in the Fall Festival. Call
847/948.0680 or email deerfieldhistory@
gmail.com e
developing Chicagoland as we know it
today: vast lakefront parks, double decked
Wacker Drive, the Michigan Avenue
Bridge, and the Forest Preserves of Cook
and neighboring counties. Dave Clark takes
us on a historical journey of
Chicago and the man who planned
it.
Movers and Shakers of
Chicago
Wednesday, October 7, 7:00 p.m.
The Colonel, the Everleigh Sisters,
and Hizzoner are just a few of the
larger than life “Movers and
Shakers” that made Chicago,
Chicago. See these unique
historical figures come alive in this
narrated multimedia presentation
by architectural docent Hy Speck.
Chicago: Behind the
Skyscrapers
Sunday, October 11, 2:00 p.m.
When Rick Kogan and Charles Osgood
take us on a tour of Chicago, they are telling
us about the city’s true main streets, where
people work and live and love and dream in
a uniquely Chicago way. Join these journal-
ists for their stories of this great city.
For more information, please visit the library
on the web at www.deerfieldlibrary.org or call
847/945.3311. e
Celebrate Chicago!
As part of the Burnham Plan Centennial,
Deerfield Public Library is offering a series
of programs that celebrate the history,
diversity, and food of
this great city. Stop by
the Library this fall to
see the magnificent
“Make Big Plans:
Daniel Burnham’s
Vision of an American
Metropolis” exhibit.
To learn more about
Centennial programs
throughout Chicago,
visit http://burnham-
plan100.uchicago.edu/.
A Cook’s Guide to Chicago
Sunday, September 20, 2:00 p.m.
Want to visit the exotic markets of India or
Vietnam without getting on an airplane?
Come take an armchair trip to some of
Chicago’s famous ethnic markets with
Marilyn Pocius, author of A Cook’s Guide to
Chicago. Pocius will share helpful tips and
samples of these fabulous foods.
“No Little Plans”: The Burnham
Project
Wednesday, September 23, 7:00 p.m.
Daniel Burnham, one of the world’s most
famous architects, was instrumental in
Household Wipes Block
Sewers
While many household cleaning wipes are
labeled as disposable, these products do not
shred quickly after being flushed. Our crews
report that these wipes often block private
sewer lines and create problems for the
pump stations.
Please dispose of these items with the trash
and never flush:
• Disinfecting wipes
• Baby wipes
• Q-tips
• Mop or “Swiffer” type refills
• Paper towels e
Mudfest
Mudfest will be held on Sunday,
September 13th from noon to 4 p.m. at
Jewett Park. Participants are teams of 8
to 10 high school students which must
be Co-Ed (at least 4 boys and 4 girls per
team). For further information contact Jerry
Zachar at the Deerfield Police Department
at 847/945.3120, or Linda Anderson at the
Deerfield Park District at 847/945.0650. e
Thank You!
The Village wishes to thank the
Family Days Committee for their
dedication to this annual event. Your hard
work made the 46th celebration a
big success!
Upcoming
Events @ PTSC
For more information on programs, or to
register to be a member, please call the
Patty Turner Senior Center at 847/940.
4010 or visit www.deerfieldseniors.org.
September 1, Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar
September 11, Lunch & Cooking Class at
Froggy’s
September 14, Reid’s Reel Review ~
“Happy-Go-Lucky”
September 15, Single Mingle
September 15, Crab Tree Farm Trip
September 16, “Sixty Minutes” ~ “Hair
Spray”
September 21, “I Learned it at the
Library” ~ Banned Books
October 1, Chicago Architectural Tour
October 5, “Sixty Minutes” ~ The Battle of
Trenton**
October 6, Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar
October 10, 50+ Life Style Expo & Flu
Shots
October 12, “Sixty Minutes” ~ The
Assassination of Abraham Lincoln**
October 15, Macular Degeneration
October 19, “Sixty Minutes” ~ Edward R.
Morrow vs. McCarthy**
October 19,“I Learned it at the Library”~
Non Fiction Books
October 20, Bronzeville Trip
October 22, Housing Options for Older
Adults
October 22 & 23, AARP ~ Defensive
Driving Class
October 26, “Sixty Minutes” ~ Political
Commercials**
** Sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield
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. e
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Clean Air Counts~
For Kids!
The following sites provide some useful
information and fun activities to start
teaching kids about the importance of
protecting our environment:
• Smog City, www.smogcity.com
Smog City is an interactive game that
shows how our behavior affects air
quality!
• Environmental Protection Agency
for Kids,
www.epa.gov/students/air.htm
The EPA has information, advice,
and projects related to air quality
designed for kids of all ages.
• Planet Protectors Club,
www.epa.gov/epawaste/education/
kids/planetprotectors/index.htm
The Planet Protectors Club has tons
of information on how we can protect
the environment. It talks about air
quality and much, much more!
• Air Avenger, http://daq.state.nc.us/
cgi-bin/aakids.cgi?actcd=0
Lots of great air quality activities,
including Air Jeopardy.
For more useful information, visit Clean
Air Counts at www.cleanaircounts.org e
Reminders:
Village Hall Closed
The Village Hall will be closed on Monday,
September 7, in observance of Labor Day. The
regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of
Trustees will be held on Tuesday, September
8.
Household Electronics
The Village of Deerfield will hold a household
electronics collection on Saturday, September
12, from 9:00 a.m. - noon at the Public Works
Facility, 465 Elm Street. For information on
what can be collected, please visit
www.lakecountyil.gov/swalco.
Refuse/Recycling
Collections
Remember to place refuse and recycling
collections out no later than 7:00 a.m. on your
collection day (6:30 a.m. if you live on Deer-
field or Waukegan Roads) to ensure collection.
Veolia works in the Village from as early as
6:30 a.m. and sometimes uses alternate routes
due to construction, staff changes, or other
unforeseen circumstances. Please wait until
11:00 a.m. to call if you believe you have been
missed. Also, excess recycling that does not fit
in your recycling toter should be placed neatly
in paper bags next to the toter. Remember,
large cardboard should be cut down to no
larger than 2’ x 2’.
Due to the Labor Day holiday, refuse
collections during the week of September 7
will be delayed one day.
Farmers Market
Don’t forget to visit the Deerfield Farmer’s
Market, running Saturdays through October
17!
Trick-or-Treat Hours
Trick-or-Treating hours in
the Village will be on Satur-
day, October 31, from 3:30
p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Have a
safe and fun Halloween!
Daylight Savings Time Ends
Daylight Savings time will end on Sunday,
November 1. Remember to set your clocks
back one hour (2:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.). e
WRF Replacement Project
The Wastewater Reclamation Facility (WRF)
replacement project design is being prepared
for Plan Commission review. The WRF’s
components and new layout (all in the same
area as the current WRF on Hackberry Road)
are being finalized over the next few months.
The Village’s engineering advisor, Strand
Associates, is including recommendations for
sustainable features, and coordination with
neighboring Park District facilities, as well
as the necessary technical components to
meet EPA operating requirements and reduce
odors and noise for WRF neighbors.
The Plan Commission public hearing
concerning changes to the WRF Special Use
permit will likely be held in October. Ad-
ditional background and information on the
WRF replacement project can be found at
www.deerfield.il.us. e
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Village Officials:
Mayor:
Harriet E. Rosenthal - 847/945.3545
Email: harrietrose@comcast.net
Trustees:
Robert L. Benton - 847/945.1570
Email: bobbenton@prodigy.net
Alan L. Farkas - 847/374.9592
Email: alfafoxtrot1@gmail.com
Thomas L. Jester - 847/945.6489
Email: tapjester@yahoo.com
Mary Meirose Oppenheim - 847/997.9423
Email: mmoart@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.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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Village Board meetings are held the first and third Mondays of the month 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.us, and on cable channel 10 the Friday prior to the Village Board
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