Aug. 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

CDBG Grant Survey Results
Wine Cellar Outlet
Back to School Safety

Septemberfest Information
Nutcracker Auditions

Construction Updates

Calendar of Events

New Village LED Signs Installed

Crews installed the new LED sign just north of the Prairie Center for the Arts this week. The sign is one of three new signs that replaced old marquees in the village. The other new signs are located at the corner of Schaumburg Road and Summit Drive and in front of the police and fire station near 950 W. Schaumburg Road. The new signs will continue to promote village programs and events as has been past practice but will offer greater flexibility in how messages are displayed and will increase the frequency in which messages can be conveyed to the public.

Take the Village's Community Survey

The village is encouraging the public to participate in an online survey, which is

an important component of a community research initiative being conducted for the Village of Schaumburg that will help determine community perceptions. As a member of the Schaumburg community, this is your opportunity to let your voice be heard!

The survey should take approximately 15-20 minutes to complete and is open to all members of the community. Take the survey.

Septemberfest Committee Planning Court Reunion Aug. 25

The Septemberfest Committee is seeking past Miss Septemberfest Court members to take part in a reunion that will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25 at Schaumburg Boomers Stadium, 1999 S. Springinsguth Road. All court members will be treated to complimentary baseball tickets, snacks and drinks as part of Septemberfest Night at the ballpark. Court members will also be invited out to the field prior to the 8th inning to be recognized by the Boomers. Past Court members are asked to RSVP to the committee by calling (847) 602-4335.

Summer Breeze Continues Lakeside in Schaumburg

Three concerts remain of Schaumburg's popular Summer Breeze concert series. Concerts are held at 7 p.m. lakeside on the grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Ct. Upcoming concerts include the following:

Aug. 13 Harpeth Rising
Aug. 20 Mason Rivers Band
Aug. 27 Frank Winkler & The Symphonic Pops Orchestra of Chicago

Concerts are free. For more information, visit the village's website.

Sealcoating Continues Aug. 13 in Commuter Parking Lot

The village will continue sealcoating in the commuter parking lot of the Schaumburg Metra Station located at 2000 S. Springinsguth Road. A closure of a portion of the lot is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 13, weather permitting. The village appreciates the public's cooperation and patience during this improvement project. For a map of the closure, visit the village's website.

Suburban Poll Workers Needed

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.

Collection of old cell phones continue at Municipal Center

The collection of old cell phones to benefit the rainforest is continuing at the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Court. The phones will be used to prevent illegal logging in the Amazon Rainforest. Donations are being sought as part of Joey Young's Eagle Scout project. The old phones will be reprogrammed to act as covert listening devices on alert for the sound of chainsaws in the rainforest. The collection box is available at the main entrance of the municipal center through the end of August.

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 August 2016 Speaking of Schaumburg.

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

Septemberfest, which has entertained area residents since 1970, was held in a variety of locations, including Atcher Park, Campanelli Park, and Schaumburg High School, before finding its current home on the grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center.

Community Development Block Grant Survey Results

Last fall, the village sent a survey to a sampling of 2,776 residents seeking feedback on Community Development Block Grant funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to assist low and moderate-income residents.

Survey recipients were asked to provide feedback on a variety of topics including economic development projects, creating/retaining jobs, or providing assistance to bring specific businesses to certain areas of the village as well as public facility and infrastructure projects.

The village received 261 completed surveys which represents a nine percent total response rate of all the surveys that were distributed. Overall, the trends across the six surveyed "target areas" were relatively uniform; however, there was some feedback that varied by individual target area. The surveys were broken down and subsequently analyzed by two categories: Economic Development and Public Facility/Infrastructure. A full list of the results can be found on the village's website.

The village is using the survey results to help select capital improvement projects within the surveyed target areas. Going forward, the survey results will continue to be used to identify capital improvement and economic development priorities in the village. For more information on CDBG funding, visit the website, contact Marisa Krawiec or dial 311 in the village.

Welcome Wine Cellar Outlet

The Wine Cellar Outlet hosted a ribbon cutting August 4 for the grand opening of its newest store located at 1422 E. Algonquin Road. The Wine Cellar Outlet is a retailer of fine wines, many of which are highly acclaimed and award-winning from around the world. The goal of the Wine Cellar Outlet is to provide a passionate, fresh, and approachable store in which to browse a wide selection of boutique-style wines with their Cellar Collection. The Cellar Collections are broken into three pricing tiers: Cellar Select, Cellar Premium, and Cellar Ultra. Each of the three tiers may be mixed and matched for up to a 35 percent discount off of market prices.

Back to School Safety Reminders

Taking proper safety precautions will ensure a safe school year for everyone. Motorists should remember to share the roads safely with school buses, bicyclists, and pedestrians. It is extremely essential to provide children with the necessary knowledge to stay safe on their way to and from school.

Motorists

Slow down and pay attention when kids are present, and keep in mind many children are walking or riding their bicycles to and from school and getting on and off busses. Texting while driving is against the law and the use of cell phones in school zones is prohibited.

Do not block crosswalks with your vehicle.
Stop and yield to crossing pedestrians.
Look carefully for children in school zones.
Never pass a vehicle if stopped for a pedestrian.
Watch for bicycles coming from driveways or behind/between parked cars.
Never pass a bus from behind or from either direction on an undivided road if it is stopped to load or unload children.
If the bus lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended, traffic must stop.

Septemberfest in Schaumburg

Septemberfest 2016, "Celebrating Schaumburg's 60 Years", will be held September 3-5 on the grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center at the intersection of Schaumburg Road and Summit Drive. The event will feature a new craft beer & wine tent this year, an arts & crafts show, bingo, carnival, local and national entertainment on three stages, Taste of Schaumburg, fireworks on Sunday evening, Labor Day parade, Not-for-Profit Day, Miss Septemberfest competition, and free shuttle service. The website is updated as information becomes available. The Septemberfest program will be included in the fall edition of the Cracker Barrel that will be out in mid-August. For more information, visit the website, dial 311 in Schaumburg or call the Septemberfest Hotline at (847) 923-3636.

Want free parking? Become a Volunteer.

Volunteers are being sought for Septemberfest for morning, afternoon and evening shifts. Volunteers receive a complimentary T-shirt and a Septemberfest grounds pass for the day they volunteer. Call the volunteer hotline at (847) 923-3637 or contact Roxane Benvenuti.

Nutcracker Auditions Begin Next Weekend at Prairie Center

The Schaumburg Dance Ensemble is holding auditions for its 2016 production of The Nutcracker, which will include 12 performances featuring more than 100 dancers.

Audition dates include:

Saturday, Aug. 20 - Prairie Center for the Arts
Friday, Aug. 26 - Dance Academy of Libertyville
Saturday, Aug. 27 - Prairie Center for the Arts
Sunday, Aug. 28 - Prairie Center for the Arts

Visit the website for audition times and additional general information.

Construction Updates

Meacham Road and American Lane Pedestrian Enhancements

Work is continuing on the installation of decorative pedestrian enhancements for Meacham Road and American Lane. Crews are completing the work during the nighttime hours of 9 p.m. through 6 a.m., weather permitting. No work is being performed on Saturday or Sunday. The project is anticipated to be complete by August 26. For additional information, please contact the village at (847) 923-6681.

Wiley Road Improvements

The contractor excavated for the new concrete pavement at Tower and Wiley and poured new concrete pavement this week. It will need some cure time next week, but testing will monitor the progress so roads can be opened to traffic as soon as possible. During this time, access to the businesses along Wiley Road can be accessed from Plum Grove Road on the west and access to Tower Road can be accessed from State Parkway. This project is anticipated to be complete by October. For additional updates, visit the village's website.

I-90 Tollway Updates

The Roselle Road contractor has shifted southbound traffic to the new bridge this past week so remain alert for changing traffic patterns on both Roselle Road and Central Road. Please use extra caution over the next few days as commuters get used to the new lanes and new traffic signal locations. Visit the village's website for further information and other updates on this project.

Calendar of Events

Aug. 12: 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 the Trickster Art Gallery in Town Square at the intersection of Roselle and Schaumburg roads. For more information, visit the website.

Aug 13: Coffee With the Council

Coffee with the Council, a monthly informational meeting with village trustees, will take place at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13 at the Schaumburg Public Safety Building located at 1000 W. Schaumburg Road. The meeting is open to the public.

Aug 13: Classic Car Show

Enjoy a Classic Car Show offered by the Schaumburg Park District. The event is free for all ages and will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13 at Olympic Park, 1675 E. Old Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg. The event will feature family picnic games, vintage car show and free movie in the park. For more information, call (847) 490-7020 or visit the website.

Aug 14: Historical Society Open House

The Schaumburg Township Historical Society will host an open house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14 at the Schaumburg Center One-Room School House located at 208 E. Schaumburg Road. Visit their website for more information.

Aug 17: Community Wellness Day

Take part in Schaumburg Township's sixth annual "Fall Into Health" Community Wellness Day that will be held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 1 N. Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates. The event is free, open to the public and will include a variety of health screenings and information from 30 different vendors/organizations. For general information, call (847) 884-0030 or visit the township's website.

Aug 18: Technology Day

Constructech is offering an event that will help guide construction professionals forward in their effort to build on a new economy and reshape the direction of their organization by taking a closer look at the need, the technology, the status and barriers that make implementation a reality. The event will take place from 12:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 at Maggiano's Little Italy, 1901 Woodfield Rd., Schaumburg. For more information, please visit the website or email Lynne Flakus.

Aug 19: Clint Black

Tickets are available for country singer Clint Black who will be performing at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19 at Schaumburg Boomers Stadium, 1999 S. Springinsguth Road. Reserved seats, outfield general admission and lawn seats are all available for $32.50. Tickets for children 12 & under are $10. Gates to the event will open at 6 p.m. the day of the show. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website.

Aug 19-20: Scrapbook Expo

The Scrapbook Expo show will be coming to the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel August 19-20. The event, which is open to the public, offers industry-leading consumer scrapbook shows that provide an amazing experience for the public. For registration and additional information, visit their website.

Quick Links:

Customer Service

Boomers Baseball

Meet Chicago Northwest

Prairie Center for the Arts

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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.

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