Vol. 1, No. 3 - Dec 1980KISSING
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December, 1980 Vol. 1 No. 3
NAG! NAG! NAG!
You know that everyone who ever nags you does it only for your own good - and we are no
different! However, we prefer to consider this a timely reminder rather than nagging.
YOUR VEHICLE STICKERS AND DOG LICENSES ARE DUE ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 1st!!!
Quite a few residents have called to say they did not receive the September issue of
D-Tales, and that was the one which gave all of the information about the requirements for
this year. For those of you who are unaware of the change - ALL vehicles and dogs must -be
licensed or or before January 1st. After that date, the license fee for vehicles increases
by 50%.... not to mention the fact that citations will be issued for failure to purchase and
display the sticker, and this is a $25.00 fine.
Computerized forms were mailed in September, based on the 1980 records. If you have not
received yours or if you have additional vehicles or dogs, applications are available at
the Village Hall. What else can we say? Except, DO IT NOW!!
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SAVE FUEL AND FUSS .... RIDE THE BUS!
Did you know that Deerfield h
home (or wherever you happen
tion within the Village or to
as a Dial -a -Ride Bus Service which will pick you up at your
to be within the Village) and deliver you to your destina-
Northbrook Court??? This has been in operation since last
1301 January, and our regular riders are most complimentary
IIIIMI about the service.
Recently, the Village Board approved extending the service
for a second year. In doing so, some changes were made in
the program. Dial -a -Ride now operates Monday through
Friday from 8:30 A.M. to :00 P.M., Beginning January 2nd,
fares for the service will be $1.60 for adults, 50C for
Senior Citizens, the handicapped and students. Children
under seven ride free, when accompanied by a fare paying
passenger.
Just call 945-3222 (which spells "WILD CAB") during the hours of operation and your chariot
will arrive at your door. Incidentally, WILD CAB is only a good way to remember the number.
It has absolutely no connection with the way the buses operate!
Another great part of the bus service is designed for commuters. The buses operate in three
quadrants of the Village (northeast, northwest and southwest) between the hours of 6:20 A.M.
4 9hers
d 8:27 A.M. and again from.4:45 P:M. to 6:27 P.M. Fares are 35C for adults, 15G for all - however, we believe the RTA plans to increase the fares but we have no information
as to when or how much.
If we are to keep the service we MUST increase the ridership. Take a load off your spouse...
leave the car at the house!!! Schedules for both services are available at the Village Hall.
ASSISTANCE FOR SENIORS
ATTENTION PROSPECTIVE BLOOD DONORS H
For the past three years, the Human Relations
Commission, under the direction of the Mayor
and Board, has administered an Interim Hous-
ing Subsidy for qualified Senior Citizens to
help low-income Seniors remain in Deerfield.
The Commission will request the Mayor and
Board to authorize this subsidy again this
coming year.
Applications for the subsidy will be avail-
able at the Village Hall in late January or
early February. After receiving the appli-
cations, the Human Relations Commission will
schedule interviews to explain this program
and others affecting Seniors. The amount of
the subsidy is based on need.
Qualification for applying for the subsidy
are: 1) maintaining an independent house-
hold; 2) 62 years or older by 5/1/ 1; 3) at
least 1 year residency in Deerfield; and 4)
total yearly income from all sources not to
exceed $9,000 for single person or $10,000
for 2 or more people residing together.
Questions about this program or other Human
Relations problems should be directed to
Rose Mary Stavropoulos, 945-8144.
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SHOPLIFTING
Shoplifting is just another word for STEALING.
Guess who ultimately pays? YOU do, because
the losses and the cost of security measures
are reflected in increased prices.
The Illinois Retail Merchants Association es-
timates that 45% of the total losses to mer-
chants occur during the holiday season.
Deerfield has comprehensive theft ordinances..
and price tag switching (which is prevalent in
our stores) is covered. Shoplifters of any
age can be arrested - and store officials can
stop anyone whom they suspect of stealing.
YOU can help by alerting the store officials
if you see someone stealing. Prices are high
enough without adding to them because of shop-
lifting!
TO WISH YOU A JOYOUS
AND EVERY HAPPINESS
THE NEW YEAR CAN BRING
Are you aware of the fact that you and your
fami.ly are covered AT NO COST for whatever
amount of blood you may need? In August of
1972, the Village joined North Suburban B0
Central and our residents have contribute
to the blood bank ever since. We need to
give about 300 pints a year to insure that
every resident is covered - and so far, we've
done that.
Now, how about helping out? The dates for
1981 are: March 1st, June 7th, September 6th
and December 6th. Just go to the Community
Center between 9:00 A.M. and noon or call
Blood Central, 432-8000 to make an appoint-
ment. Incidentally, whether you require the
blood in Deerfield or not, you are still
covered, and so are your parents (over 65)
and children (under_ 21.).even.though they are
not living with you in Deerfield.
Your friends and neighbors have been helping
for years - now, if you'll pardon the expres-
sion, we need new blood!
For further details, call Roy Kissling at
945-5240. Roy is the Chairman of the Deer-
field Sure Blood Program.
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ENERGY ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Mayor and Board of Trustees have created
an Energy Advisory Council, to consist of 5
menbers with expertise in this field. This
Council will assist the Corporate Authorities
and the residents in developing information
and methods to assist in the management and
conservation of energy. They will research
and develop a comprehensive energy plan to
recommend to the Mayor and Board. The Man-
power Commission (who make recommendations
to the -Board) is seeking-qua-lified, inter-
ested residents who are willing to serve in
this capacity. If you would care to serve,
please call the Village Hall and we will
send you a Manpower Information sheet. We
need you!!!
COMMENTS FROM THE CAUCUS
ATTENTION: BIKE RIDERS AND JOGGERS!
April 7th will be election day for Mayor and
three Trustees. Applications for slating by
the Deerfield Village Caucus are available
the Village Hall or from Rose Mary Stav-
poulos, 945-8144, and will be received un-
til December 31st. After that, all candi-
dates will be interviewed and in early Jan-
uary, the Caucus slate will be decided on.
A Town Meeting is scheduled for January 22nd
at which time the slate will be voted on and
finalized.
Independent candidates (who have been inter-
viewed by the Caucus but not slated by them)
must file petitions with the County Clerk not
later than January 27, 1981.
Plan to attend the Town Meeting in the audi-
torium at Wilmot Junior High .... this is your
opportunity to help decide who will run on
the Caucus slate! For further information,
please contact Mrs. Stavropoulos or Marvin
Ehlers, 945-5418.
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BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
There are three members of the Board of .
Police Commissioners who serve for a three
r term. The Commission has charge of
appointments to and dismissals from
(except the Chief) the Police Department.
They also conduct all entrance and pro-
motional examinations for the Department.
And they hold hearings, when necessary,
to consider charges against members of
the Department, with the authority to
absolve, suspend or discharge the person
so charged.
Currently serving on.the Commission are:
George P. Schleicher, Chairman
Robert C. Lindberg, Secretary
Daniel H. Stiehr
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SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING
Construction is now underway on the 98 unit
Senior Citizen housing project just west of
the Post Office on Osterman Avenue. The tar-
get date for completion is January of 1982.
40Senior Housing Corporation, a not -for-
fit organization sponsored by the Christ
United Methodi.st Church, advises that ap-
lications for occupancy can not be accepted
until late next summer. Further informa-
tion as to how to apply will be in future
issues of D-Tales.
You are harder to see now that the days are
short ... we've had several calls from residents
who have been surprised by joggers wearing dark
clothing. Since this could be bad for your
health, we offer some suggestions:
Joggers - wear clothing which will
reflect headlights. Stay on the
sidewalk if possible and, if not,
run on the right hand si.de of the
road, with traffic. If you jog by
yourself, make sure someone knows
you're out.
Bikers - wear reflective clothing as
bike reflectors and/or lights make it
difficult for motorists to judge dis-
tance. OBEY TRAFFIC RULES. Many bike
riders don't ... and if you combine that with an
inexperienced driver, the bicyclist is the one
in jeopardy.
The Police Department has some informative
pamphlets with helpful hints for motorists,
too, which you can pick up at the Police desk.
KEEP THE WREATHS REDH
Our Fire Department is participating in a
State-wide campai.gn to emphasize safety with
holiday decorations. A Holiday Wreath has
been displayed at the Fire Station and is
illuminated with red lights. The lights will
be on at all times through the holidays and if
any fire is caused directly by holiday decor-
ations, a red bulb will be replaced by a
white one. This will give everyone a visual
record of the number of fires resulting from
holiday decorations. LET'S KEEP DEERFIELD'S
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OPERATION DETECTOR
A second holiday campaign will be a concerted
effort to�contact the estimated 30% of our
residents who don't have smoke detectors. On
December 19, 20 and 21, smoke detectors will
be on sale at Walgreens, Village Hardware and
True Value Hardware. A firefighter will also
be stationed at these locations to answer any
questions. If you are among the 30%,, take ad-
vantage of this promotion and purchase smoke
detectors... they save lives by warning you of
the early onset of fire in your home. Do it
for your family's sake - and your own!
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS YOU FREQUENTLY ASK ...
CURFEW ...
Applies to minors - under 18 - unless ac-
companied by a parent, legal guardian or
other responsible companion at least 21,
a approved by parent or guardian; or
unless engaged in a business or oc-
cupation which Illinois laws auth-
orize a minor to perform.
Hours are:
Sunday thru Thursday - 11 P.M. to 6 A.M.
Friday and Saturday - Midnite to 6 A.M.
HOUSE NUMBERS
Must be 2" high (3" for new construction).
And must be figures, not script, in a color
to contrast with the house or 1 9 S
mounting, and on the side of
the house closest to and parallel to the
street.
SCAVENGER SERVICE ...
All household waste must be in containers
with handles and tightly fitting lids.
Garden waste must be placed at the curb
but not earlier than sundown on Tuesday
or Friday.
Two bundles of brush, 4' long and 30" in cir-
cumference, will be picked up on each pick up
day. Construction debris requires a special
pick up.
FOLLOWING FIRE APPARATUS ...
Unless on official business, no driver shall
follow any fire apparatus traveling in re-
sponse to a fire %0/ or rescue ca ,
closer than 500 feet - or drive
into or park any 0 veh.icle within
the block where the fire or res-
cue'apparatus has stopped to answer an alarm.
NO PARKING.. SNOW REMOVAL ...
You may not park any vehicle on any public
street or in any Village parking lot after
a snowfall of 3" or more has occurred. This
applies for 24 hours or until such street or
lot has been cleared.
PARKING FOR HANDICAPPED ...
It is unlawful to park in a space
reserved for "handicapped" unless
the vehicle to be parked displays
Illinois handicapped license plates
and/or a Village decal —and unless the person
so handicapped is either the driver or a pass-
enger in the vehicle. Decals are available at
the Village Hall and are the new State approved
cards which attach to the visor of the car
being used. A doctor's certificate is req 'd
and the fee is 50C- If necessary, we'll m
the form to you, but you must come in to pick
up the decal and sign for it.
DETAILS REGARDING EACH OF THESE MUNICIPAL CODE PROVISIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE VILLAGE HALL.
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Deerfield, Illinois
Deerfield, Illinois 60015► CAR/PRE-SORT
Fire Department .....................945-2121 ,
Police Department ...................945-2131
Village Hall.........................945-5000
BERNARD FORREST, Mayor
TRUSTEES
Norma Gavin Edwin Seidman
Jerold Heisler Vernon Swanson
Cynthia Marty J. Robert York
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