The northbound lanes of Martingale Road between Corporate Crossing in Schaumburg and Biesterfield Road in Elk Grove Village will be closed Sunday, May 15, from 6:45 a.m. until approximately 1:30 p.m. for the Chicagoland Spring Marathon. Police will be on scene for traffic control and to assist with emergency access. Please plan accordingly if traveling in the area. For questions or concerns, dial 311 in Schaumburg or (847) 895-4500 outside of Schaumburg.

Schaumburg Police Share Scam Prevention Advice with Seniors

Schaumburg Police Detective Arthur Kwiatkowski held the attention of a packed audience of senior citizens as he discussed ways to keep the community safe from scams and fraud at the village's annual Senior Scam Presentation held May 10 at the Schaumburg Township District Library.

Through his presentation, which included news accounts, videos, pictures and actual evidence taken from crimes, Kwiatkowski shared some of the technology thieves are using to access financial information and various other deceptions that are being used to scam unsuspecting seniors.

Examples of some of the most widely-used scams include letters and emails requesting money, investment fraud, sweepstakes winner announcements and IRS/impersonation crimes. A list of example scams and other safety tips is provided on the village's website.

Annual Prairie Arts Festival Returns Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day weekend's popular Prairie Arts Festival returns Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29 to the grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center located at the intersection of Schaumburg Road and Summit Drive. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days, rain or shine. Admission is free and will feature more than 100 fine artists, including jewelers, painters, photographers, potters, sculptors, and woodcarvers from coast to coast. For more information, visit the website.

Schaumburg Jaycees Celebrates 50 Years

The Schaumburg Jaycees recently celebrated its 50th anniversary in Schaumburg with an event that recognized members for giving their time to assist others. There were 19 past presidents in attendance, all of whom had great memories of their time spent leading the organization. The evening was also highlighted by Village Trustee Frank Kozak who presented current Schaumburg Jaycee President Ashley Sheridan a plaque of recognition on behalf of Village President Al Larson for the outstanding achievements of the Jaycees over the last 50 years. Both Trustee Kozak and Village President Larson are past members of the Schaumburg Jaycees, with Trustee Kozak serving as the organization's seventh President.

The Jaycees, or Junior Chamber, is a young adult organization open to those 18 through 40 years of age, that emphasizes on building leadership skills through community service. Completely volunteer, the organization's focus is to complete one project and one social event per month. To learn more about the Schaumburg Jaycees or to get involved, visit the website.

With Summer Approaching, It's Time to Play Ball

The Village of Schaumburg is supporting Play Ball Summer, an initiative of Major League Baseball and USA Baseball that focuses on the fun nature of baseball and encourages widespread participation in baseball-related activities. The Schaumburg Boomers season kicks off at home on Friday, May 20 with its first fireworks night and numerous activities are being hosted by Schaumburg's travel baseball teams through the Schaumburg Athletic Association (SAA). Come support Schaumburg's local teams. For a list of SAA travel teams, their schedules, and national tournaments, visit the website.

Read the Township Town Crier

The Township of Schaumburg's May edition of the Town Crier is now available. Check it out and find out what is happening in Schaumburg Township.

Brush Collection Information

Schaumburg's 2016 Brush Collection Program has now begun for single family residences. Please see schedule and zone map posted on the village's website to determine when pick-up is scheduled for your zone. It is not necessary to call for brush collection or to create a Customer Service Request; just follow the schedule as listed. Please note that zones and boundaries have changed from last year. For questions regarding the program, dial 311 in 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.

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 May 2016 Speaking of Schaumburg.

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60th Anniversary Fun Fact

The first homes in the Campanelli-Weathersfield subdivision had about a quarter acre of land with a three-bedroom, one-bathroom house. The lowest price model in the first set of homes was $14,500.

Albertsons Extended Lease Delays Tony's Opening at Former Dominick's at Town Square

Since the Dominick's grocery store closed in December 2013, the Village of Schaumburg has been actively working to promote redevelopment of the site at Town Square. Although Tony's Finer Foods previously announced plans to open a store in late 2016, at the present time, there are no firm plans or timeline for a new store opening due to a lease extension maintained by Albertsons, the parent company of Jewel-Osco and Dominick's.

Tony's Finer Foods bought the property in 2015 with the intention of opening a store when the Dominick's lease expired at the end of May 2016. But, just before Tony's completed the purchase, company representatives learned that Albertsons exercised an extension of the long-term lease on the site.

Although Tony's completed the purchase, the property remains subject to the terms of Albertsons' lease and is currently controlled by Albertsons/Jewel-Osco. The village understands the lease extension will run through May 2021.

While Albertsons has recently informed the village they would like to work with Tony's to cancel the lease, their actions have already delayed Tony's from opening for one year, maybe more. It remains unclear how the lost year of progress will ultimately impact Tony's ability to move forward in Schaumburg.

The village is committed to working with Albertsons/Jewel-Osco and Tony's to reach a final resolution as quickly as possible. The empty storefront has a big impact on our community and nearby businesses. The planned opening of a Tony's Finer Foods would have brought 200 permanent jobs to the community and $5 million invested in redevelopment.

If you have additional questions about the property, please contact Assistant Director of Community Development Matt Frank at (847) 923-4430.

Engineering & Public Works Visit with Prince of Peace

Employees of Engineering and Public Works recently brought equipment to the Prince of Peace preschool/kindergarten facility at 900 W. Higgins Road so that students could learn about equipment used to maintain the roads and repair underground utilities in the community.

Children excitedly watched as EPW employees demonstrated the operation of a sewer vacuum truck, tree trimming bucket truck and a hole digging excavator. In addition, preschoolers were given the opportunity to sit behind the steering wheel for photo opportunities.

Residents young and old can see the same equipment and view informational booths and demos at the upcoming Engineering and Public Works Open House that will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 21. This free event will be held at 714 S. Plum Grove Road and is open to the public. For more information, visit the village's website.

Village Biking Events in May

The Village of Schaumburg will hold two annual biking events in May that are free and open to the public to help celebrate National Bike Month.

On Friday, May 20 at 9:30 a.m., the public is welcome to join Schaumburg President Al Larson who will lead the annual ride to work.

The public is also invited to participate in the popular Fahrrad Tour von Schaumburg. The event, which is sponsored by the Village of Schaumburg and the Schaumburg Park District, will kick off at noon on Sunday, May 22 from Blackwell Elementary School, 345 North Walnut Lane. For more information on these events, visit the website.

Check out These Businesses

IKEA In-Store Restaurant Remodel

IKEA recently hosted a ribbon cutting for the grand opening of its newly remodeled restaurant at the store located at 1800 McConnor Parkway. The new configuration of the restaurant features three distinct dining zones: one for quick dining; one for families; and one for a casual, socializing environment -- away from the confines of organized tables and chairs. The menu offerings now also include a wider variety of nutritious and sustainable food choices. The new restaurant area is part of IKEA's national remodeling effort.

Checker's Pancake House
Checker's Pancake House hosted a ribbon cutting for the grand re-opening of its restaurant at 506 W. Wise Road. Checker's is a long-standing diner and pancake house in Schaumburg that offers breakfast, lunch, and carry-out meals. Checker's changed ownership at the end of 2015 and is offering all of the same menu selections. In addition to a variety of pancake options, Checker's also serves distinctive omelets, skillets, crepes, blintzes, as well as a number of lunch choices including burgers, croissants, chicken entrees, and chef-inspired salads.

Scholarships Awarded to Young Musicians

The Village of Schaumburg awarded scholarships valuing almost $4,000 to 18 students for their outstanding contributions during the program's 2015-16 season. Recipients were selected from the program's four performing ensembles.

In addition to the village-sponsored scholarships, three graduating high school seniors each received a special scholarship worth $500. Emily Baldwin, a violinist and home schooled student from Des Plaines, received the Kelliher-Lawless Scholarship sponsored by Schaumburg Village Trustee George Dunham. Oboist Claire Pontello, an Arlington Heights resident from Prospect High School, received the Ruth Park Senior Music Scholarship sponsored by the Prairie Center Arts Foundation. Julia Cai, a flutist from Palatine at Fremd High School, received the Leo Chan Alumni Award sponsored by former youth orchestra member Leo Chan.

Recipients received their scholarships at the May 10 Village Board meeting. The Schaumburg Youth Orchestra is a program of the Village of Schaumburg.

Construction Updates

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

Frontage Road Resurfacing

Stage 1 improvements began this week on Frontage Road near the Elgin O'Hare Western Access. Improvements include pavement resurfacing, LED street lighting system upgrades, LED traffic signal upgrades, concrete removal and replacement, drainage improvements, and sod/seed restoration. To complete the paving improvements, both the Eastbound and Westbound Frontage Roads and portions of Rodenburg Road and Wright Boulevard between the Frontage Roads will be closed during two separate stages.

Detour routes are now in place while paving improvements are being completed. Access to Long Avenue will be maintained at all times. Lighting and signal upgrades will be completed with daily lane closures as required. Pavement improvements are scheduled to be completed by June 30, weather permitting, and lighting and signal upgrades will be completed by the end of September, weather permitting.

I-90 Tollway Updates

The eastbound entrance ramp to I-90 at Barrington Road remains closed with a posted detour routing traffic to Roselle Road. Please plan additional time if traveling along Roselle Road. If you need to access eastbound I-90, please consider using alternate ramps farther to the east. The Barrington Road ramp is expected to reopen to traffic on May 15. Be sure to visit the village's website for further information and other updates on this project.

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Calendar of Events

May 14: Environmental Fair

The public is invited to attend the annual Environmental Fair that will be held from noon until 3 p.m. at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg. The event is free and will offer demonstrations, workshops and more. Dial 311 in Schaumburg for more information.

May 14: Rummage Sale

Schaumburg Township will host a community rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 14 in the Schaumburg Township parking lot, 1 Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit the website.

May 14: Ballpark Brew Fest

The annual Ballpark Brew Fest will be held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 14 at Boomers Stadium, 1999 S. Springinsguth Rd., Schaumburg. Tickets and more information can be found on the website.

May 14: 5K Run/Walk

Participate in the 5K Run/Walk for mental health and senior services sponsored by the Kenneth Young Center. The event will take place at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 14 at Busse Woods. For more information and to register, visit the website.

May 14-15: Gluten & Allergen Free Show

The Gluten & Allergen Free Show will be coming to the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel May 14-15. For more information, visit the website.

May 16-22: American Craft Beer Week

Enjoy American Craft Beer Week all day May 16 through May 22 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel where special beers will be on tap. For more information, visit the website.

May 20: Bike to Work with Mayor Larson

Bike to Work with Schaumburg Mayor Al Larson. The event begins at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, May 20. For a map of the route and more information, visit the website.

May 22: Fahrrad Tour von Schaumburg

The public is invited to participate in the annual Fahrrad Tour von Schaumburg. The event kicks off at noon on Sunday, May 22 from Blackwell Elementary School, 345 N. Walnut Lane. For more information, visit the website.

May 30: Memorial Day Event

A Memorial Day Observance will be held Monday, May 30. The program will begin at 10 a.m. in Hoffman Estates at 411 W. Higgins Road and will continue at 10:45 a.m. at St. Peter Church and School, 202 E. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg. Special guests include 104-year-old veteran Chester Paul Gryzbowski.

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