The Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center and all Schaumburg administrative offices will be closed on Monday, July 4 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. Residents who need assistance can call the village's Customer Service Representatives by dialing 311 with any questions or concerns. Residents can also visit the village's website for additional information on programs and services.

Garbage collection for Monday through Thursday will be delayed by one day. Friday's collection will remain unchanged.

Important Fireworks Safety Information

The Village of Schaumburg wishes everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July holiday. As a reminder, any fireworks that go "boom" or "bang" or that shoot or explode are ILLEGAL for you to possess or use in the State of Illinois and the Village of Schaumburg. The Schaumburg Police Department will be increasing its patrols during the holiday to respond to fireworks complaints and will issue citations for those in illegal possession of fireworks. It is important to note that property owners can be cited where there are fireworks being discharged regardless of knowing who actually set them off. The public is advised to call 911 to make any complaints regarding fireworks. Please refer to the village's Municipal Code on the website and leave the fireworks to the professionals for the safety of everyone. Speaking of safety, check out the latest video from the Schaumburg Fire Department on how to remain safe this Fourth of July!

Family Counseling Available

Located in the Turret House, 17 E. Schaumburg Road, the Village of Schaumburg Family Counseling Center provides affordable family, couple, and individual counseling to municipal residents. Services are provided by experienced, licensed therapists who are able to assist you with a wide variety of problems, including parenting issues, relationship problems, stress management, anxiety and depression, and more. Insurance is accepted from those who have it, and a sliding scale fee system is utilized with those who do not. Appointments are available Monday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, visit the website or call (847) 524-1505.

Reminder: Tolls Begin July 5 on I-390

Beginning July 5, 2016, cashless tolling will be coming to the Illinois Route 390 Tollway from Lake Street to I-290. This is the first, all-electronic roadway on the Illinois Tollway system which provides for a safer, more efficient and seamless method of collecting tolls from customers.

I-PASS customers can drive on I-390 and benefit from a 50 percent discount on tolls.

Don't have an I-PASS? Customers will save 50 percent on tolls when they get a transponder in person, online, by phone or by mail. The nearest I-PASS Customer Service Center is at the O'Hare Oasis on the Tri-State Tollway (I-294). In addition, nearly 200 Jewel-Osco locations in Illinois sell I-PASS transponders including 1151 S. Roselle Road and 2501 Schaumburg Road, both of which are located in Schaumburg. Customers can call 1-800-824-7277 or visit the tollway's website for more information.

Work on Election Day as Poll Worker

The Cook County Clerk's office is recruiting community members to serve as suburban poll workers for the November 8 Presidential Election. It is a great opportunity to get paid for supporting the democratic process and serving your community. Poll workers are paid $175 or $325 based on the position they choose. Those who are interested should visit the website or call (312) 603-0965 to learn more and submit an application.

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 June 2016 Speaking of Schaumburg.

Become a Septemberfest Sponsor

Businesses and organizations are invited to participate in Septemberfest by making donations to continue the success of Schaumburg's popular Labor Day festival. It is anticipated that up to 250,000 people will attend the 3-day event.

Businesses that provide sponsorship receive excellent exposure and contribute substantially to the success of Schaumburg's premier event. Seven donation options are available this year each offering a variety of benefits.

For additional information and/or a sponsor application, visit the website, contact Roxane Benvenuti or dial 311 in Schaumburg.

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

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Photo courtesy of Ken Linnemann

60th Anniversary Fun Fact

When incorporated in 1956, 98 percent of Schaumburg was farmland. Not much remains today aside from a small acreage of available farmland along Irving Park Road and Rodenburg Road (former Murzyn-Anderson property).

Boomers Honor Officers for Saving Life of 19-Month-Old

Schaumburg Police Officers Bryan Poradzisz and Kevin O'Connor were honored at the June 25 Schaumburg Boomers game in recognition of their efforts that helped save the life of a 19-month-old who was in respiratory distress this past March. Prior to the game, announcers recounted the actions of the officers who quickly arrived on scene that night at the side of the road and helped clear the girl's airway until paramedics arrived. The officers received a standing ovation from the crowd and were invited to throw out the first pitches of the game. Read the press release that discussed the officers' action in response to the incident.

Haven't been to a Boomers game yet? Celebrate the Independence Day holiday with the Schaumburg Boomers and three straight days of fireworks on July 1st, 2nd, and 3rd! Visit their website for game times and ticket information.

Electrical Aggregation Program Rate Decrease

In 2014, the Village of Schaumburg entered into a three-year agreement with FirstEnergy Solutions to supply electricity to Schaumburg residents through June 2017. Given decreased energy supply rates by ComEd, FirstEnergy Solutions recently agreed to decrease their energy supply rate from 6.61 to 6.18 cents per kWh. Residents who are currently enrolled in the electrical aggregation program will be notified of this price decrease and begin recognizing these savings immediately.

When the village entered into the agreement in June 2014, all current residents and small businesses were enrolled in the aggregation program with FirstEnergy Solutions electricity

, unless (1) they chose a supplier on their own, (2) they are included in ComEd's real-time pricing program (3) they are a commercial customer using more than 15,000 kWh per year or (4) they specifically chose to opt-out. There is no cost for enrollment and participants are not charged a switching fee.

If you have opened an account with ComEd since June 2014, you were not automatically enrolled in the village's program. FirstEnergy will be conducting a mailing to eligible customers currently receiving their electric supply from ComEd over the next month. The letter explains the program rates, terms and conditions and that you will be automatically enrolled in the program unless you follow the instructions in the letter and return the included "opt out" form within 21 days. When you enroll in the program, you will continue to receive a single, easy-to-read bill from ComEd with your FirstEnergy Solutions charges included, and you will continue to make payments directly to ComEd.

Those customers who are currently with another supplier are not eligible for automatic aggregation and will not receive a letter. Anyone who does not receive a letter and is interested in enrolling in the Village of Schaumburg's Governmental Electric Aggregation Program can contact FirstEnergy Solutions directly at (888) 651-5200 or visit their website.

For additional information on how the program works in Schaumburg, visit the village's website.

Get Recognized for Going Green

The Village of Schaumburg Environmental Committee is accepting applications for the Al Larson Environmental Award. Schaumburg residents and businesses can apply for engaging in environmentally friendly practices such as energy

efficiency, renewable energy, conservation of natural resources, recycling programs, green product use, water conservation, transportation, or outreach and education. Applications are due in mid-April 2017.

Recent businesses that were awarded June 28, 2016 at the Village Board meeting, include:

Simon Properties - Woodfield Mall
Mundstock Residence, 709 Cambridge Drive

For more information on how to apply, visit the village's website. Those with questions can contact Martha Dooley or dial 311 in Schaumburg.

Welcome Landmark Partners

Landmark Partners Commercial Real Estate hosted a ribbon cutting on June 23rd for the grand opening of its new office located at 1699 Woodfield Road, Suite 202. Landmark Partners is a commercial real estate firm that specializes in the sales and leasing of retail, office, industrial, land acquisitions and investment properties. Landmark Partners has been producing strategic and successful marketing solutions for their assigned properties and clientele since 2010. Founder Leo Liakatas is the top producer of office and medical condominium transactions throughout the state of Illinois.

Construction Updates

Frontage Road Resurfacing

Work on Stage 2 of the I-390 Frontage Road Resurfacing Improvement project is just about complete with the roadway anticipated to be reopened to traffic on Friday, July 1. The next part of the project includes lighting and signal upgrades that will be completed with daily lane closures as required. The lighting and signal upgrades will be completed by the end of September, weather permitting.

I-90 Tollway Updates

The Roselle Road bridge contractor is focused on storm sewer and earthwork for the new pavement in their new median work zone. Please be aware of the new driving patterns in this area. The traffic signals continue to be monitored to optimize timing.

The Meacham Road bridge contractor plans to move traffic to the new bridge the week of July 11. This will put both directions of traffic in the outside lanes to allow work to be finished in the medians. Contractors are working to complete the remaining pieces of the bridge and closing gaps in the roadway and curb.

The I-90 mainline contractor is continuing to work on the middle lanes. Please watch for their trucks entering and exiting the median work zone. Be sure to visit the village's website for further information and other updates on this project.

Calendar of Events

July 1: Farmers Market

This weekly event is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday through October 28. The market is held in the parking lot south of Trickster Art Gallery in Town Square at the intersection of Roselle and Schaumburg roads. For more information, visit the website.

July 1: Summer Dance Concert

Experts from Arthur Murray instruct in salsa and merengue with live music from Fiesta in Schaumburg's Town Square at the corner of Schaumburg and Roselle Roads. The event will take place 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 1. For more information, visit the website.

July 2: Family Fun Fair

Bethel Baptist Church is hosting a Family Fun Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 2 at 200 N. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg. The event will feature booths, games, activities, cotton candy and more. For more information, visit their website or call (847) 944-1281.

July 2: Boomers Game Celebrates 60th

The first 100 attendees of the Saturday, July 2 Schaumburg Boomers game will receive free memorabilia in celebration of the village's 60th anniversary. The game is at 6 p.m. and will be against the Normal CornBelters. For game details and tickets, visit the website or call (847) 461-3695.

July 5: Suburban Cowboys

Enjoy classic country hits and new country favorites with a performance by Suburban Cowboys in Schaumburg's Town Square at the corner of Schaumburg and Roselle Roads. The event will take place 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Tuesday, July 5. For more information, visit the website.

July 10: Northwest Suburban Resource Fair

Participate in the Northwest Suburban Resource Fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 10 at Church of the Holy Spirit, 1451 Bode Road, Schaumburg.

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About the Village

of Schaumburg

Schaumburg is the largest center of economic development in the State of Illinois, outside the City of Chicago, but it is also very much a community of neighbors and neighborhoods. Quality of life is important to us and we are constantly working to enhance it. Visit the website.

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.

Disclaimer:

The Village of Schaumburg accepts no liability for the advertisements in this newsletter and does not endorse any product advertised. Any advertisement does not necessarily represent the view or support of the Village of Schaumburg.

If you attend a local festival or village function and the event is photographed, your image may be used for news and promotional purposes.