601 Deerfield Road | Deerfield, IL 60015 | Phone: 847.945.0614 | Fax: 847.945.3051 | Email: westdeerfield@sbcglobal.net

 
 

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is a transportation service for West Deerfield Township residents who have mobility challenges that may prevent or restrict their ability to meet their health care needs.

Click here for information and registration forms.

Notary Public Services available at no charge.


ADA Policy

Click the green button to learn how you and the township can help our environment.

Click here to read how to Green Up Your Block Party

Click here for the Community Green Board

The Lake County Sheriff patrols unincorporated areas of West Deerfield Township.

 

Reaching Out to Serve the Community 

Township government is one of the oldest forms of government in the United States, dating back to 1636. Our own township is over 150 years old and continues to evolve with the development of our community, while maintaining many of the functions it has had since its beginning:  property assessment, general assistance, programs for the senior population, voter registration and absentee voting, and maintenance for unincorporated roads. Click here for more information.

Click here to view the West Deerfield Township map prepared by Lake County Department of Information and Technology, GIS/Mapping Division.

The Adobe Reader "zoom in" feature can be used to see details on the map.

 

We have been advised that there is a systems delay for residents trying to print out a Coast2Coastrx card.  You may access the benefits of this program IMMEDIATELY by going to the website: www.coast2coastrx.com and selecting "Northfield Township." This will not affect either your eligibility or your savings. We're sorry for the confusion but think you'll find this new prescription card very helpful. Thanks for your patience while we iron out this temporary problem.

Presentation of Walgreen's Gift Cards to Senior Advocates at the Volunteer Luncheon

   
   

Walgreens Gift Cards were presented to senior advocates from Highland Park Senior Center (Jennifer Aiello), Lake Forest and Lake Bluff Senior Center (Janet Fryer) and Deerfield Patty Turner Senior Center (Margie Fischer). 

It's Easy Being Green!

 

West Deerfield Township offers two new services to eco-conscious residents. Where can you recycle coffee grounds, lawn clippings, vegetable peelings and used clothing, all in the same place? Your West Deerfield Township office, of course. A community composting bin and a textile recycling depository are recent additions to the grounds of the township office, located at 601 Deerfield Road in Deerfield. "We are fortunate to serve very generous and ecologically-responsible people in our township," said Julie Morrison, West Deerfield Township supervisor. "These new services are a natural response to our residents' social responsibility and general kindness."

Click here for more information.

Food Pantry Contributions

Congregation B'Nai Tikvah held its annual food drive for the food pantry during the holidays. Hazzan Hery Chulef, Ritual Educator at Congregation B'nai Tikvah is pictured here with their contribution.

Community Support Grants

for Accessibility

West Deerfield Township is committed to enhancing the lives of its residents. To that end, the Township has developed a program for its residents aimed at improving their access to the world. Grants up to $1000 per household per year will be awarded to residents or their families to help meet the special needs and extraordinary expenses which often impede accessibility at home, at school, the community or the world at large. Services or expenses which may qualify for this program include home remodeling/adaptation, transportation equipment, communication devices, durable medical equipment, specialized therapy tools, or other user-centered products or services which foster accessibility and independence. Residents with physical impairment (either permanent or temporary), developmental and cognitive disability or delays, and some forms of mental illness should consider applying.

This program is intended to help those in our community with the greatest financial need, and should, therefore, be considered, needs-based. There is not at this time, however, an income ceiling. 

The remaining deadlines are June 30, September 30, and December 31, 2012. The applications should be sent to the Township Office, 601 Deerfield Road, Deerfield, IL,  Attention: Julie Morrison-Confidential. Applications are available in the township office or your can click on the link below.

Click here for the Disabilities Grant Applications

ILIHEAP News Release

Supervisor Julie Morrison announced that West Deerfield Township will provide assistance to residents who wish to apply for heating funds through the Illinois Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Previous 30-day income guidelines are:

1 person household: not more than $1354

2 person household: not more than $1821

3 person household: not more than $2289

4 person household: not more than $2756

 

Applicants must provide proof of income, a recent copy of utility bill, Social Security cards for all household members, and rent amount (if applicable). 

These applications will be completed at the Township Office, 601 Deerfield Road, and will be by appointment only.  Please call the Township for more information and to schedule an appointment to apply:  847-945-0614

Events and Information

Next Township Meeting

Gavel

 

May 15, Tuesday, 7:00 P.M.
Regular Board Meeting

Click here for the agenda and minutes.

Click here for the 2012 budget.

Minutes are also available by contacting the West Deerfield Township office at 847.945.0614 or emailing us at westdeerfield@sbcglobal.net

Used Eyeglasses

Drop off used eyeglasses  in the township office.

 Eyeglasses are collected by the Lions Club and given to health care professionals for distribution to the needy.

Passport Services

8:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-4 p.m. Monday thru Friday  Photography available on site.  Call for information: 945-0614

Prescription Discount Cards

West Deerfield Township has a supply of the Lake County Prescription Discount Cards. these cards are free of charge and may be used at most retail pharmacies. There is no enrollment form or membership fee. There is no limit on how many times you may use your card, and generally saves an average of 20% off the retail prescription costs. It can not be used with other insurance prescription coverage. Stop by or call the office for a card.

Township Newsletter

Click here for the Spring 2012 newsleter.

Click here for the Fall 2011 newsletter.

RTA Seniors Ride Free Discount Cards

RTA Senior Cards may be applied for at the office during business hours. Seniors who qualify with the Circuit Breaker designation will receive a card that allows them to ride free; all other seniors will receive a card to travel at half price. A passport-type photo must be submitted.

Historical Archives

West Deerfield Township is proud to announce that its historical archives are now online. These include documents from 1850, which chronicle the beginning of our township, and continue into the twenty-first century. Most of the documents are arranged chronologically; they include minutes of meetings, voting lists, tax rolls, correspondence, maps and surveys, and other examples of township business. Those documents that were printed, as opposed to hand-written, may be searched by such categories as name, date, and office. Click on the link below. Once at the site, you may wish to "Browse Available Papers" to view the various township collections and records.

Click here to access the historical archives.

Open Meetings Act Compliance
 

In compliance with Section 7.3 to the Open Meetings Act, effective January 2, 2012, required information is posted on our bulletin board at the West Deerfield Township office, 601 Deerfield Road, Deerfield, Illinois.


West Deerfield Township

601 Deerfield Road | Deerfield, IL 60015 | 847.945.0614