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APRIL 29, 2022
LRS SERVICE IN SCHAUMBURG BEGINS MAY 1
On May 1, Lakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS) becomes the village's new provider of curbside waste, recycling and yard waste for Schaumburg homes.

Residents who do not receive their new LRS carts by noon today (April 29) or those with questions about getting larger or smaller sized carts should contact LRS Customer Service at (844) 633-3577.
 
As a reminder, please continue to leave the old Republic Services carts curbside (day and night) until they are collected. Schaumburg is a large community, so it may take more than one week for Republic to collect all of their carts.
 
For the latest information about the LRS transition, including a link to access an interactive map of the new 5-day service schedule, visit the village's website.
APWA EXCELLENCE IN SNOW AND ICE CONTROL AWARD
At the April 26 Village Board meeting, staff presented the Excellence in Snow and Ice Control Award from the American Public Works Association (APWA) which promotes excellence in the management and administration of public works snow and ice operations, while minimizing environmental impacts. The Village of Schaumburg is one of five agencies in the nation that was selected to receive this distinction in 2022. Categories evaluated for this award included materials/handling, equipment, training, community outreach, technical and environmental.
 
Schaumburg's Engineering and Public Works Department is responsible for providing snow and ice control for 219 centerline miles of streets and 431 cul-de-sacs. In addition to state-of-the-art equipment and resource management tools, the village also employs an interactive snow map for the public called SnowStat. This application, which was developed in tandem with the village's Information Technology Department, provides near real-time updates on snow removal operations on village-maintained streets during snow and ice events. For more information about the Engineering and Public Works Department, visit the village’s website.
SUCCESSFUL APRIL COMMUNITY EVENTS
On April 23, the village hosted two successful community-wide events:

Catalytic Converter Theft Deterrent Event
The catalytic converters of more than 150 vehicles were marked at this free crime prevention event that was offered in partnership with Firestone Complete Auto Care. Schaumburg Police Officers also provided theft prevention vehicle window stickers to help deter thieves.

Community Recycling Event
More than 1,040 cars participated to recycle documents (11.9K lbs), electronics (31.6K lbs), clothes (4.3K lbs), books (722 items) and various household items helping to divert these unwanted goods from landfills.

Thank you to everyone who participated in these events!
VOICE YOUR OPPOSITION TO PROPOSED RAILROAD MERGER
The Canadian Pacific Railway and Kansas City Southern have filed an application with the Surface Transportation Board seeking authorization for the Canadian Pacific to acquire Kansas City Southern – a proposed merger that is expected to increase freight traffic on the Milwaukee District West rail line and have a detrimental impact on the quality of life.

The Village of Schaumburg is concerned about the potential impacts from the proposed merger on our community. The village is working with other concerned communities as part of the Stop CPKC Coalition to oppose the railroad merger as proposed.

If you would like to express your opposition to the proposed railroad merger, the Coalition has developed a letter that can be sent to your federal elected officials. Although the letter is prewritten, your personal stories are welcomed and encouraged. The Coalition website also provides an option for you to compose your own message stating your concerns about the proposed merger to state and federal leaders. For more information, visit the Coalition website.
PROGRESS NOTES
Village Board Approves Fiscal Year 2022/23 Budget
The Schaumburg Village Board approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022/23 budget at its April 26 board meeting, restoring operations and programs that were reduced due to the pandemic while moving forward with goals developed with feedback from the 2021 National Community Survey. The FY 22/23 budget has projected total revenues and other financing sources of $265 million and total expenditures and other financing uses of $283 million for the fiscal year that begins May 1, 2022 and ends April 30, 2023. No new increases in property tax or other taxes are included in the proposed budget. To view this year's budget, please visit the village's website.
CFL Bulbs, Cell Phone and Battery Recycling
Did you know the Village of Schaumburg provides a CFL bulb, cell phone and household battery drop-off program to prevent mercury and toxic chemicals from batteries from contaminating water supplies? See below for drop box locations:

  • Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center - 101 Schaumburg Ct.
  • Engineering and Public Works - 714 S. Plum Grove Rd.
  • Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts - 201 Schaumburg Ct.

For more information, contact Laurie Walter or dial 311 in Schaumburg.
Four Rare Coins On Display at Schaumburg Convention Center
Four of the most famous and valuable United States rare coins - including a $7.5 million nickel and a $2 million dime - will be publicly displayed at the Central States Numismatic Society Convention April 29-30 at the Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Dr. Described as “The Big 4,” the rare coins are on loan from private collectors and will be displayed by Great Collections Coin Auctions. The historic coins have a combined face value of only $1.16 but are insured for $19 million, and this will be the first time they have ever been exhibited together. Several hundred dealers will be buying and selling with the public during the show. For more information, visit the convention website.
Help Cook County Improve Regional Transit
The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways is creating its first ever transit plan that focuses on equitable investments, boosting ridership and increasing seamless transit operations throughout the region. The County is seeking responses to a public survey, asking respondents to prioritize seven different strategies being considered by the County as part of the planning effort. The County seeks to understand which of the strategies will have the greatest positive impact on residents’ quality of life and their experiences on transit. The online survey is available through Sunday, May 1.
TAKE YOUR CHILD TO WORK DAY
The Village of Schaumburg welcomed children of village employees on April 28 as part of Take Your Child to Work Day. Village Manager Brian Townsend welcomed the group to the village, which included more than 15 children and their parents. Participants learned about the role local government plays in the community and took tours through various department facilities to learn more about operations and services provided by the Village of Schaumburg. Not only did the day allow children to learn more about what their parents do for a living and other critical services provided by local government, but it also served as a great way to promote careers in public service to future generations.
WELCOME SCHAUMBURG PUBLIC HOUSE
Recently, Schaumburg Public House held a ribbon cutting for the opening of its new restaurant and bar inside the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, 1551 Thoreau Dr. Schaumburg Public House offers hand-crafted dishes with regionally grown ingredients as well as signature cocktails and craft brews. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For more information and to view their full menu offerings, visit their website.
NOW HIRING: ANALYST POSITIONS
The Village of Schaumburg is actively recruiting for the following analyst positions:

Management Analyst - Economic Development
This position is assigned administrative and management work designed to provide professional support to the Director. These assigned responsibilities will aid the department personnel in the development and ongoing administration of a variety of village programs and services, and in the management of related administrative functions as well as assist in the planning and/or execution of the administrative operations thus freeing top management for more in depth and specialized work.

Administrative Analyst - General Government
This position is responsible for administrative and analytical support to the Village Manager’s Office Suite including the Director of Communications and Outreach. These assigned responsibilities will aid office personnel in the development and ongoing administration of a variety of village programs and services.

To apply or for more information on these and other available positions with the Village of Schaumburg, please visit the village's Career Portal.
CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS
Meacham Road at Algonquin Road Intersection Improvements

Crews will continue excavating and installing the stone base for the new roadway as well as installing the roadway lighting system. The extension of the new watermain down the east side of Mecham Road is expected to be completed. There will be trucks and equipment moving in and out of the closed lanes. No major lane closures are expected but daily single lane closures between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. may still occur to provide safer access and loading for trucks.
Water Main Replacement - Street Program

Next week, crews will begin installing new service lines on Hinkle Lane and Cheltenham Place. Residents will receive a letter before work begins and will also be notified before their water is turned off during the switch to the new service line. Motorists and pedestrians are urged to exercise caution when navigating these areas, both for their safety as well as the safety of work crews.
Weathersfield Way Resurfacing

Work continues on the south side of Weathersfield Way to finish up any remaining sidewalks. Next week, crews are expected to begin sidewalk removal on the north side of Weathersfield Way. All sidewalks along Weathersfield Way from Braintree to Salem will be replaced with new sidewalks that are two feet wider. The driveway aprons on the north side will be replaced and will be removed with the sidewalks. Impacted residents will receive notices before their driveway aprons are removed. All work is weather dependent.
To receive updates about these and other upcoming street construction projects directly into your inbox, please visit the village's 2022 Street Program page.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS (click on name for more info)

EVENTS
(click on event name for more info)
April 29
Schweikher House

April 29-May 1
Chicago Improv

April 29-May 9
Woodfield Mall

May 1
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

May 1
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

May 3
Township of Schaumburg

May 6
Schweikher House

May 6
The Barn

May 6-8
Chicago Improv

May 8
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

May 8
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

May 9
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

May 14
Schaumburg Police Department

May 19
Virtual


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Trustees: Brian Bieschke, Jamie Clar, George Dunham, Frank Kozak, Mark Madej, Jack Sullivan
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