January/February D-Tales Now Available

The January/February issue of D Tales is in the mail and live online. Highlights include Mayor Shapiro’s 2026 outlook and budget, winter snow parking rules after 2 inches, police updates on new state laws, Next Gen 9-1-1 upgrades and more. On page seven, you’ll find a calendar of special events and reminders. That page has a perforated edge to make it easy to tear out and keep all year.

Residential Backflow Survey: Help Keep Deerfield’s Drinking Water Safe

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) requires all public water systems to operate an effective cross-connection control program. Cross connections can allow contaminants to enter the water system through “backflow” when water pressure drops and water reverses direction. Your cooperation helps protect the integrity of Deerfield’s water supply and the health of our community.

Please complete the Residential Cross-Connection/Backflow Survey so we can identify any potential cross connections at your property. You can submit by filling out the paper survey enclosed in your next water bill or complete it online at BSI Online, the Village’s contractor for cross-connection recordkeeping: bsionline.com/Deerfield

Backflow occurs when a drop in water pressure causes water to flow in the opposite direction, which can draw non-potable water into the drinking water system. Identifying and controlling cross connections is essential to prevent contamination.

For questions about the survey or cross-connection requirements, contact Steve Cutaia, Building Division Supervisor, at 847.719.7472 or scutaia@deerfield.il.us.

Picture of a bare Christmas tree in the snow at the curb

LRS Christmas Tree Collection

LRS will collect natural (non‑artificial) Christmas trees at no cost from Jan. 2–23, 2026. Please remove all tinsel, ornaments and lights. Set trees out loose — never in bags — at the curb or the end of your driveway.

Due to snow or ice, pickup may not occur on your regular service day. LRS drivers will be in the community throughout January 23 to complete collection.

2024 International Building Codes

Be Advised: In January of 2026 the Village of Deerfield is expected to adopt the following codes:

International Building Code (2024 edition)
International Residential Code (2024 edition)
International Mechanical Code (2024 edition)
International Fire Code (2024 edition)
International Swimming Pool & Spa Code (2024 edition)
International Fuel Gas Code (2024 edition)
International Property Maintenance Code (2024 edition)
National Electric Code (2023 edition)

The above code adoption may include minor amendments and the codes shall become effective March 1, 2026. Any permit applications submitted after March 1, 2026, the above codes shall apply.

Stay Informed on Village Board Meetings

Do you want to stay up-to-date on what the Village Board will be discussing at meetings? Click here to view upcoming agendas, previous agendas and meeting minutes for the Board of Trustees and other Village boards and commissions.