Feb. 12, 2016

Village Officials

Village President

Al Larson

Trustees

Marge Connelly

Tom Dailly

George Dunham

Frank Kozak

Mark Madej

Jack Sullivan

Village Clerk

Marilyn Karr

Village Manager

Brian Townsend

View all village meetings on the calendar.

In This Issue....

60th Anniversary Fun Fact

Plein Air Competition Artists

What's New at the Corner Of

Restaurant Week 2016

Dooley Third Grade Winner

Disabled Veterans Property Tax Info

Construction Updates

Calendar of Events

School Crossing Guard Needed

The Village of Schaumburg is seeking candidates who would like to serve as school crossing guards - an important role that assists in keeping the community safe throughout the school year. The village currently has an opening for a substitute guard. To learn more and apply, visit the village's Employment webpage.

Easter Bunny Comes to Woodfield Mall Beginning February 13

The Bunny Photo Experience at Simon's Woodfield Mall begins Saturday, Feb. 13 and runs through Saturday, March 26 in the Grand Court. Visits with the Easter Bunny are complimentary; professional photo packages are available for purchase. For hours and other information, call (847) 330-1537 or visit their website.

Village Funds Available for Weatherization Improvements

The village provides 0 percent interest loans to qualifying applicants for weatherization improvements. These funds are provided as CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funds directly to the village from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Priority will be given to Schaumburg homeowners who are considered low income, disabled or elderly. For additional information on the Residential Rehabilitation Program, visit the village's website.

Donate Used Shoes to People in Need

The Village of Schaumburg is serving as a collection site for donated shoes of all sizes and ages to help people in our community and across the country who live in poverty. Please drop off gently-used, closed-toed shoes in the collection box located next to the elevator at the west entry of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Ct. Donated shoes will be sent to Soles4Souls, a not-for-profit global social organization committed to fighting poverty. This collection drive is led by a Boy Scout with the Schaumburg Troop 493 as part of an Eagle Scout project.

Wanted: Accreditation Coordinator for Fire & EMS

The Village of Schaumburg is currently seeking an Accreditation Coordinator for its Fire & EMS. The part-time position will assist department personnel in complying with the professional standards mandated for accreditation by the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) and the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI). For a complete job description, visit the village's website.

Serve the Community as a Poll Worker on Election Day

The Cook County Clerk's office is currently recruiting community members to serve as poll workers in its north suburban polling places during the March 15, 2016, Presidential Primary. It is a unique opportunity to get paid ($175 or $325) for serving your community and supporting local democracy. To learn more, apply online or call (312) 603-0965.

Apply for the Annual Community Scholarship

Schaumburg Village President Al Larson is pleased to announce the availability of the 23rd Annual Community Scholarship in cooperation with Business and Career Services, Inc. The scholarship, which is awarded to qualifying residents, can be applied towards tuition, books and any other commensurate educational expenses. A President's Committee will select all winners of the program.

Candidates must submit a completed application and two references by 3 p.m. on Friday, April 8, 2016. For additional information and to access the application, visit the website.

Speaking of Schaumburg

Speaking of Schaumburg is a monthly program where Mayor Al Larson offers his own unique insight and knowledge of the village and its history through interviews with village staff, officials and prominent residents. Watch the February 2016 Speaking of Schaumburg.

Employment Opportunities:

Visit the village's Employment Section on the website to view and apply for specific positions. For more information, contact the Human Resources Department at (847) 923-3900.

This weekly e-newsletter provides timely information on general news and events from the Village of Schaumburg.

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60th Anniversary Fun Fact

Legend has it the community's name was chosen by Friedrich Nerge at a township meeting in 1850. Schaumburg-Lippe, Germany, was the place of origin of a majority of the community's early settlers.

Plein Air Competition Seeks Artists

The Village of Schaumburg is currently seeking artist entries for the 2016 Prairie Plein Air Competition and Show and the 29th Annual Prairie Arts Festival.

The Prairie Center Arts Foundation invites plein air artists to participate in the 2016 Plein Air Competition and Show by creating an original plein air painting or drawing of any location within the Village of Schaumburg. Plein air is a French expression that refers to art that is created outdoors with the artist's subject in full view.

Submitted works will be displayed in the Herb Aigner Gallery inside the Prairie Center for the Arts May 18-June 30, and will coincide with the 29th annual Prairie Arts Festival. This event is open to all plein air artists. Entries are due by Friday, April 15. For more information, visit the Prairie Center's website.

What's New at the Corner Of...

Giordano's Pizzeria (930 N. Meacham Rd.)
The building at 930 N. Meacham Road, formerly occupied by White Chocolate Grill, will now be the home to Giordano's Pizza. Giordano's is a franchised pizzeria that specializes in Chicago-style, deep dish, pizza. With more than 50 locations in the Chicago Metro area, it has grown to become one of the most recognizable pizzerias in the state. Giordano's will have approximately 5,100 square feet in restaurant space, and it is anticipated to open in March.

Check Out Restaurant Week in Schaumburg Feb. 18-28

Meet Chicago Northwest's third annual Chicago Northwest Restaurant Week 2016 kicks off February 18-28. Restaurant Week will feature a distinctive selection of more than 35 area dining

establishments, all offering exclusive, affordably-priced, 3-course prix fixe lunch and dinner menus. Included in the list are numerous Schaumburg dining options such as Chandler's Chop House, Zeal, Chicago Prime Italian, Kinfork, Level 257, Morton's The Steakhouse, Sam & Harry's, Seasons 52, Shaw's Crab House and more. For a complete list of participating restaurants, visit the website.

Dooley Third Grader Winner of Doodle Contest

Congratulations to third grader Amelia Sanders of Dooley Elementary School in Schaumburg who was recently selected as the state of Illinois winner in the Doodle 4 Google 2015 Contest. Amelia's artwork titled "Animal Kingdom" is available on Google where people can vote until Feb. 22 on their favorite doodle. Google will choose the winner from among the five finalists with the most votes. The winner's artwork will be featured on the Google homepage. The winner will be announced March 21.

Township Offers Disabled Veterans Property Tax Seminar Feb. 17

Under a new law taking effect this year, veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces who were severely wounded while serving their country will no longer be required to pay property taxes in Illinois. To qualify for the Disabled Veterans Exemption, a

property must be owned and occupied by a disabled veteran, and the veteran must have a disability that is connected to military service. The law requires that the service-connected disability be certified by the US Department of Veterans Affairs, which determines the extent of a veteran's disability.

Disabled veterans are encouraged to attend a seminar that will be offered at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17 by the Township of Schaumburg and Cook County officials. Attendees may fill out and submit exemption forms at this event that will be held at the Township of Schaumburg Building located at 1 Illinois Blvd. in Hoffman Estates. For more information, contact the township at (847) 884-0030.

Did You Know?

This past December, Dial-A-Ride Transportation (DART) reached its second highest ridership level. The ridership numbers for DART reached the second highest monthly total (5,574 riders) as well as the best December ridership figure

for the past three years.

DART is a community-operated bus service that provides door-to-door pick-up and drop-off to any location in Schaumburg. To learn more about this great service, visit the website or call (847) 352-8097 to schedule your next ride.

Construction Updates

For a link to all village projects, please visit the website.

I-90 Tollway Updates

The Meacham bridge contractor plans to install the giant steel beams that will carry the new bridge in February. This project is anticipated to include overnight work and will require Meacham Road to be limited to one lane in each direction while the beams are being set. Expect to see beams that are almost 10' tall and 165' long lifted into place by two giant cranes. The schedule has not been finalized but will be provided in this e-newsletter once it is available. Be sure to visit the village's website for further information and other updates on this project.

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The village is offering a way for local businesses to connect with the

community by placing ads in this newsletter. For more information, contact Bob Hoyer with Municipal Media Solutions at (312)640-9540.

Calendar of Events

Feb. 12: First Nations Women Warriors

The First Nations Women Warriors, a group of professional Native Women Veterans dedicated to helping veterans through guidance and resources, is hosting an event from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12 at Trickster Art Gallery, 190 S. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg. The event is open to the public. For more information, contact Trickster by calling (847) 301-2090 or visit their website.

Feb. 13: Coffee with the Council

The Village of Schaumburg invites the public to attend Coffee with the Council, a monthly informational meeting with village trustees. The next meeting will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13 at the Public Safety Building, 1000 W. Schaumburg Rd. The meeting is open to the public.

Feb. 13: Dirty Dozen Brass Band

Enjoy a performance from the Dirty Dozen Brass Band that will be held 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13 at the Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg. Ct., Schaumburg. For more information and to order tickets, call (847) 895-3600 or visit their website.

Feb. 18: GCAMP Manufacturing Event

A manufacturing event is being hosted by the Golden Corridor Advanced Manufacturing Partnership (CGAMP) from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 18 at Fanuc America Corporation, 1800 Lakewood Blvd., Hoffman Estates. Limited seating is available. For additional information, visit the website or call (847) 825-1120, ext. 1403.

Feb. 20-21: Race & Performance Expo

The Race & Performance Expo will be held at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Feb. 20-21. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit their website.

Feb. 27: Teen Job Fair

Teens ages 15-19 are welcome to attend the annual Teen Job Fair from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg. No fee or registration is required. For more information, call (847) 923-3241.

Feb. 26-28: Lake Home & Cabin Show

The Lake Home & Cabin Show will be held at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Feb. 26-28. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit their website.

Feb. 28: Wellington Ukulele Orchestra

Tickets are available for the Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra that will be performing 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28 at the Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg. For tickets and information, visit their website.

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of Schaumburg

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