September-October 2024 D-Tales Now Available Online

The latest issue of D-Tales is now available online and will be arriving in your mailbox soon! Stay up-to-date with the latest news, events, and important updates from the Village. From community initiatives to upcoming projects, D-Tales keeps you informed and connected. Don’t miss out—check out the digital version today and keep an eye on your mailbox for your copy.

Library, Friends of the Library and Lions Club at Saturday's Farmers Market

Book lovers, stop by the Friends of the Deerfield Public Library booth to browse a fantastic selection of cookbooks and children’s books. And don’t forget to take a spin on the Deerfield Public Library's prize wheel for a chance to win some fun surprises! 

The Deerfield Lions Club will also host a hearing and retinal screening mobile unit at the Farmers Market this Saturday. Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic disabilities in the United States. The earlier the detection, the better the chances are for successful treatment. Early detection of disorders such as macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy is critical to preserve vision. Persons 55 or older are encouraged to take advantage of this free eye screening.

Township Assessor Holding Property Tax Appeal Workshops

The West Deerfield Township Assessor’s Office is holding a series of property tax appeal workshops in September at the Deerfield Public Library.

Learn how to:

• Understand the assessment process
• File an appeal of your Property Tax Assessment
• Determine the best method of appealing your assessment
• Select the appropriate comparable sales to use in your appeal

Dates are:

• Saturday, September 7 @ 2 pm
• Tuesday, September 10 @ 1 pm
• Thursday, September 12 @ 7 pm
• Monday, September 16 @ 7 pm
• Saturday, September 21 @ 2 pm

No registration required.

Police: Lock It or Lose It

The number of burglary to motor vehicle incidents continues to rise. Over the weekend, Deerfield Police took more than two dozen reports from residents who discovered their cars had been rummaged through and personal items were stolen overnight. All of these instances involved vehicles that were unlocked.

Please remember to always:

LOCK your vehicle and take your keys. Even in your driveway and even during the day. It's easy to forget to lock up in the evening, so make sure your car is locked at all times. 

TAKE your valuables out of the car. Laptops, headphones, purses and shoes are valuable and lightweight, making them easy for criminals to steal. 

HIDE your belongings. If you must leave items in your locked car, make sure they are in the trunk or out of view from the window to avoid a "smash and grab." 

Multiple burglaries can happen in just minutes. Criminals will approach a group of vehicles and pull on door handles looking for unlocked doors before quickly moving to the next car. Be smart and stay safe. If you see any suspicious behavior do not approach a potential criminal, instead dial 9-1-1.