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1. What hours can someone solicit door-to-door?

Solicitation can take place from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. If you would like a no soliciting sign to place on your front door, please stop by the Police Department or Village Hall between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and we will be happy to provide you with one.

2. Can I solicit door-to-door?

Anyone interested in door-to-door solicitation must first fill out an application at Village Hall and receive approval to solicit. Anyone soliciting door-to-door without a Solicitors Permit will be ticketed and fined. Depending on the type of solicitation there may be a charge for a Solicitors Permit. If you have any questions please call Village Hall at 847-945-5000.

3. Who should I call if my electricity goes out?

Unless you have an emergency that requires assistance, please do not call 9-1-1 if your electricity goes out and do not call the non-emergency number to report or inquire about the power outage - the Police Department cannot answer questions about the duration of the power outage. If you have questions during a power outage call ComEd at 800-334-7661.

4. Who should I call if there is water in my basement?

Unless you have an emergency that requires assistance, please do not call 9-1-1 or the non-emergency number. Call a plumber or, if you believe the flooding is due to a water main call the Deerfield Public Works Department at 847-317-7245.

5. What if I have other questions for the Police Department?

Please call our non-emergency number 847-945-8636 for any other questions.