Updated Face Mask Mandate

To slow the spread of the highly transmissible COVID-19 Delta variant, all Illinois residents over the age of two will be required to wear a mask in all indoor settings, effective Monday, August 30. The requirement is applicable to both vaccinated and unvaccinated residents statewide.

While face coverings are not required outdoors, masks are strongly encouraged in crowded outdoor settings like festivals and concerts as well as for activities that require close contact with people who are not vaccinated.

Vaccination is the key to ending the COVID-19 pandemic and returning to normal life. All Illinois residents over the age of 12 are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost and proof of immigration status is not required to receive the vaccine. To find a vaccination center near you, go to vaccines.gov.

Save the Date: Floral Park Tree Walk September 25

Members of the Village’s Sustainability Commission and Deerfield Park District invite you to join us at Floral Park, 951 Wilmot Road, for a guided educational tree walk on Saturday, September 25 at 10 a.m.

The Village and Park District Arborists will provide participants with a guided tour of the trees in the park. Participants will learn about heritage trees, diseased trees (and treatments), invasive species, root girdling, soil compaction, proper planting techniques, benefits of planting native trees, structure pruning, proper tree protection and more. The first 50 participants will receive a free reusable “Green Up Deerfield” tote bag.

Please be advised this is a walking tour and not all areas of the tour will be on a paved path or ADA accessible. The event will be held rain or shine. Participants are advised to park at the Hazel Avenue parking lot on the north end of Floral Park.

Mosquito Defense: Follow the 4Ds

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is reporting the first human case of West Nile virus in Lake County for 2021. A Deerfield resident in his 70s became ill in late-July.

Follow the “4 Ds of Defense” to protect yourself and your family from mosquitoes:

Drain: Drain standing water from items around your home, yard, and business.
Defend: When outdoors, use an insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, 2-undecanone, or IR3535 and reapply according to label directions.
Dawn to Dusk: Protect yourself all day and night, and wear repellent outdoors during these prime times for mosquito activity.
Dress: Wear long sleeves, pants, and closed toe shoes when outdoors to cover your skin.

Click here for more tips to fight the bite.

Rotary Race Registration Open

The Rotary Race is back for Harvest Fest on September 19!

The race starts promptly at 8 a.m., rain or shine, however inclement weather may alter or cancel event. Online registration is available through September 1 here. You can also download and print out a mail-in application here.

Race day registration and shirt and bib pick up are from 7-7:45 a.m. The course will close at 10 a.m.

Questions? Contact Justin Keenan 847.719.7462 or jkeenan@deerfield.il.us.