Vol. 13, No. 5 - Oct 1992October,1992 Vol.13 No. 5
"....OLD WINTER'S SONG......."
The arrival of October is the signal for us to swing into picking up leaves before the snow flies. It also means
we need to remind you how the program works and what you need to do about those red and golds!
Beginning on Monday, OCTOBER 26TH leaves will be picked up on a weekly basis. We will make ONE PASS
BY YOUR HOUSE EVERY WEEK up to and including the week of November 16th through the 20th. Residents
who rake leaves into the street after their last pick-up will be ticketed!
After November 20th, all leaves must be bagged for pick up by the scavenger on the Tuesday collection, using
the Deerfield yard waste bags. December 8th is the last yard waste pick-up for the year because that's when the
compost site used by the Village will be closed for the winter. If you still have leftover leaves after December
8th, why not use them to cover your garden ..... or you can store them until Spring.
So ...... rake your leaves into the street the day before your scheduled pick-uv (check the mav) in a lone neat row.
.about a foot from the curb. If your street has no curb and gutter, put the leaves in the street a foot from the edge
of the pavement. DON'T rake them into piles and please do not include anything but leaves! Foreign materials
cause terrible problems for the leaf sweepers! If there's a car parked in front of your house, we'll have to drive
around it and try to get your leaves the following week. Keep putting as many leaves out each week as you
possibly can so that we aren't overwhelmed on the last pick-up. We'll try to stick closely to the schedule -
weather being the dominant factor!
The following streets are the exceptions. Keep your
leaves on the parkway behind the curb and they will
be picked up weekly by the vacuum leaf machine.
Please note that if you live on a corner of one of
these streets and are raking your leaves out to a
street other than listed, the leaves must be put in the
street according to the instructions above.
Birch Court
Brand Lane
Brierhill Road
Deerfield Road
Elder Lane
Forsythia Drive
Greenwood Avenue
Hazel Avenue
Journal Place
Kerry Lane
Landis Lane
Meadow Lane
Meadowbrook Lane
Northwoods Drive
Park Lane
Pear Tree Road
Princeton Lane
Ramsay Road
River Road
Todd Court
Waukegan Road
Wilmot Road
Cherry Street (south of Somerset)
Crabtree Lane (off Greenwood)
Fairview Avenue (Gordon to Lake -Cook)
Forestway Drive (Gordon to Lake -Cook)
Greenbriar Drive (west of Evergreen)
Jonquil Terrace (south of Brookside)
Lombardy Lane (north of Anthony)
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CABLE TV HEARING
DA "DEERFIELD BULLS"......
The Cable Advisory Board will hold a public hearing
WNovember 18th (Village Hall, at 8:00 P.M.) to
view Post-Newsweek's general performance and to
get your input on their proposal to close the
Deerfield studio and to convert two access channels
to commercial programming. This hearing is
required by the terms of the franchise agreement.
Your comments are invited.
RED RIBBON WEEK
Deerfield will participate in Red Ribbon Week,
October 24th - November 1st. This campaign
provides a format and symbol for communities
nationwide to present a unified visible commitment
toward creating a drug free America. Show your
support by wearing a red ribbon on Saturday,
October 24th, and/or displaying a red ribbon
somewhere on your front property during Red
Ribbon Week. Let's be - DRUG FREE AND
PROUD!!! For more information please call:
Jane Pontikes - 949-5378
Thayae Weber - 940-0830
•VOTE ... VOTE ... VOTE!!!
November 3rd is election day, and you'd better be
there doing your civic duty! Wouldn't it be terrific
if EVERY eligible Deerfield voter showed up and
voted? And wouldn't it be embarrassing if YOU
were the only exception? If you have any questions
about voting, call the West Deerfield Township Clerk
at 945-8317.
SPEAKING OF VOTING:....
The Mayor and Board have passed a resolution
urging voters to support the State Mandates
Referendum on November 3rd. Mayor Forrest
recommended approval of the resolution due to the
cost to taxpayers of required programs and services
imposed by the State Legislature on local
governments without means to fund them.
"Although this is an advisory referendum only,"
Mayor Forrest stated, "it will send a clear message to
Springfield that decisions impacting municipal
government are best made at the local level." Call
the Village Hall if you need more information.
NEW RADAR EQUIPMENT
0 Briarwood Country Club recently presented a $650
check to the Police Department as a "community
service" donation. The money was used to purchase
a Visimax Display sign which will be used in high
risk traffic areas (such as school zones) to show you
how' fast you're travelling.
The Chicago Bulls dedicated their new training
facility on September 24th, and Mayor Bernard
Forrest participated in the dedication. Here's what
he said:
"It is with a great deal of pleasure that I, on behalf
of the Village of Deerfield, welcome the Chicago
Bulls organization as a permanent resident of our
community. You are not only a championship team,
but also a championship organization - and a
distinguished addition to the other winners who
make up our corporate family. You may be known
as the Chicago Bulls, but we all know that Deerfield
is where those NBA titles have been earned....
principally through hard practices at the Deerfield
Multiplex. Now you have this outstanding facility of
which the Bulls organization and the entire
community can be very proud. They say that
`practice makes perfect'... well, that may be reversed
here in that you appear to have the `perfect place to
practice.'
"Elected officials are wise to be humble and down to
earth. the Bulls relationship with our Village and
their tremendous success, however, make that a
difficult task as words such as dynasty and three -
peat become part of our everyday vocabulary. With
this new state-of-the-art training center, our
expectations remain high.... regardless of how many
trades the Knicks make!
"We appreciate the opportunity to share in this
dedication, and look forward to a productive and
enjoyable relationship with your organization. I am
convinced that your stay in Deerfield will be a long
and prosperous one."
REMEMBER
The time changes at 2:00 A.M. on October 25th. But
you don't need to stay up that late ... you can turn all
of your clocks back before you retire on Saturday
night, October 24th. Just don't forget to do it!
Scavenger and recycling service will be on Saturday,
November 28th instead of Friday, November 27th
due' to the Thanksgiving holiday.
You're an old timer if ........ you know that Courier
Court was named in honor of Chris Willman, our
former Postmaster. "Courier" was borrowed from the
saying "Neither sleet nor snow shall stay these
couriers..." (and that may not be an accurate quote,
but it's close).
HALLOWEEN HOOPLA
When October comes, our younger citizens usually turn their thoughts to Halloween. In our community, that
usually means Halloween Hoopla, Deerfield's famous annual Halloween party sponsored jointly by the Deerfield
Park District and schools of Deerfield. 16
Because of the renovation work at the Jewett Park Community Center, the event will be held at Mitchell Park
on October 31st, from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Pre-school and elementary age children will enjoy games, elephant rides, a petting zoo, musical entertainment,
wandering costumed characters, face painting, a Big Wheel maze and lots of fun and prizes. Everyone is
encouraged to come in costume as Deerfield 1-Hour Foto will provide a free photograph for each family who
attends. The day of the event, ticket sale booths will be manned by stalwarts from the Deerfield Senior Center.
The cost of Halloween Hoopla is $4.00 per child. Children 2 and under are admitted free as are adults
accompanied by a child. The fee entitles patrons to all events .... but food is extra.
The junior high school Halloween Hoopla dance will be held the evening of Friday, October 30th from 7:00 to
9:00 P.M., at Shepard Junior High School. The theme for the night is a video dance featuring a 15 foot video
screen, 800 watt stereo sound system, 3200 watt computer -controlled lighting, 200 record titles and some great
dancing for students in grades 6 through 8. The $3.00 per person tickets may be purchased the night of the dance.
Halloween Hoopla is made possible by the generous donations of local businesses and service organizations and
the volunteer efforts of hundreds of local parents and young people who donate their time to make sure we all
have a good time! Proceeds from the event are donated back to the local schools.
For information, call Ellen Witt, special events coordinator, at the Deerfield Park District, 945-0650.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Because there are so many worthwhile organizations
in Deerfield, all of whom deserve an equal
opportunity to promote their causes, programs and
special events, the Deerfield Park District has
created the Deerfield Community Calendar.
Community groups wishing to list their special
events - or wishing to schedule their programs and
activities so as not to conflict with others - may
simply call the Park District for information or to be
put on the master calendar. For further information,
or to list your special event, please call Brenda Segal,
Public Information Coordinator, at the Deerfield
Park District, 945-0650.
VILLAGE OF DEERFIELD
850 Waukegan Road
Deerfield, Illinois 60015
Fire Department..............................911
Fire Department Non -Emergency ............945-4066
Police Department ............................911
Police Department Non -Emergency ..........945-8636
Village Hall ..............................945-5000
BERNARD FORREST, Mayor
TRUSTEES
Marvin W. Ehlers Edwin B. Seidman
James L. Marovitz Vernon E. Swanson
Harriet Rosenthal Michael Swartz
Robert D. Franz, Village Manager
Marjorie Emery, D-Tales Editor
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Residents interested in serving on one of the
Village's twenty boards and commissions should calbljll
945-5000 and request an application form.
EXPANDED RECYCLING PROGRAM
BEGINS ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH.
SEE DETAILS ON PAGE 2.
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FOR EMERGENCIES DIAL 911 NON -EMERGENCIES 945-8636
TRAFFIC SAFETY
Here are some reminders about traffic safety. Whether you are in your car, using public
transportation or out for a little exercise, .it's important to think safety.
TRAVELING IN YOUR CAR
• Keep your car in good running condition to avoid breakdowns.
• On long or unfamiliar trips, plan your route in advance. Travel on main roads and use
maps. Let another family member or friend know your itinerary and check in occasionally.
• If your car breaks down, raise the hood, use flares, or tie a white cloth to the door
handle or car antenna. Stay in the locked car. When someone stops, don't get out of the
car, speak to them from a partially rolled down window and ask them to call the police.
Having some form of communication such as a citizens band radio or a mobile telephone will
insure that help is on the way.
• If you see another motorist in trouble, signal that you will get help and then go to a
telephone and call police.
• Never pick up hitchhikers.
• If you feel you are being followed while driving, drive to the nearest police or fire
station, open gas station or, business where you can safely call police. Try to get the car's
license plate number and description.
• Don't leave purses or briefcases on the seats; try to hide them or put them on the floor
out of sight. Enterprising thieves sometimes set up operations on exit ramps, at.stop signs
or congested areas looking for open windows and valuables laying out in the open.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
• Use stops that are well lighted and popular. If your stop is isolated, have someone there
to meet you.
• While waiting, stand with other people or near the ticket or information booth.
• Make sure you know which stop is closest to your destination. Check a map or ask the
driver or conductor. This will eliminate unnecessary walking in areas your not familiar
with.
• Try to sit near the bus driver. Take a seat in the train near the conductor. Sit on the
aisle with packages and belongings away from the flow of people.
• Stand back away from the curb or platform edge, and avoid sitting near an exit door. A
thief can reach over and grab packages or a purse as the train or bus pulls away.
• Don't fall asleep. Stay alert!
• If you are harassed by anyone, attract attention by talking loudly or screaming.
BIKING AND RUNNING
• The precautions that you take in an automobile are also important when biking. Plan routes
in advance. Make sure that they are safe, well populated and well lighted.
�• Avoid running and biking at night. If you can't avoid exercise during the night time hours
' remember to make yourself more visible. Flashlights, glow sticks or reflective vests are a
good choice.
• Do not wear stereo headphones. It's safer to remain alert to what's around, and behind
you.
IF YOU ARE VICTIMIZED
• Try to remain calm, try not to panic or show any signs of anger or confusion.
• Get a description. Make a conscious effort to look at the offender carefully so you can
give a description to police. Try to remember things such as age, race, complexion, body
build, clothing, height, weight, hair, eyes, or unusual features.
• Call the police promptly. Identify yourself and your location. The quicker you call, the
faster the police can assist you and look for the offender.
HALLOWEEN SAFETY
This year Halloween is Saturday October 31st. The Mayor and the Village Board of Trustees
have established the hours of trick or treating from 2 P.M. - 6 P.M. After reviewing calls
for service on past Halloweens, The Safety Council, Youth Council and the Police Department
all endorsed such a recommendation. Over the past few years there has been an increase in
the number of high school age youths, who have chosen to take to the streets in an aggressive
and disorderly manner. This has resulted in injury and damage to homeowners property.
During past Halloweens hundreds of youths in the community have gathered in a pre -designated
' neighborhood for a shaving cream fight. The night may start in a field or non residential
area but inevitably neighborhoods experience vandalism, property being shaving creamed, and
?_ some of the participants injured. In many of the cases parents drove their children,
shaving cream in hand, to the location and then left. We ask parents to strongly reconsider
bringing their son or daughter to someone else's neighborhood to participate in such
activities. We certainly endorse the spirit of fun intended for Halloween but we ask for
everyone's cooperation in ending the unfortunate Halloween events that have occurred after
dark in Deerfield.
HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT SAFETY TIPS
Make sure your children are accompanied by an adult or responsible teenager when they go door
to door.
Remind your children never to eat anything until they are home and the treats have been
examined. Cut and wash fruit before eating. Throw away anything that is unwrapped.
Call the police if there are any suspicious treats.
Make sure that children's costumes fit and they can see well.
Children should use sidewalks and trick or treat in your neighborhood.
If your children are old enough to go trick or treating with friends, know which friends your
children will be with and which route they are taking.
Many children having fun on Halloween forget traffic safety rules. Remember to always watch
out for traffic, never run out into the street. Always cross in a cross walk or from corner
to corner if a cross walk isn't available.
Published by: Deerfield Police Department Chief of Police Richard Brandt
850 Waukegan Road
Deerfield, I1. 60015
"Police Beat" edited by Officer Eric Lundahl