PARTICIPATE IN FALL CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY |
The fall session of the Schaumburg Police Department’s Citizen Police Academy (CPA) begins Wednesday, Sept. 14. The CPA provides the opportunity for members of the community to meet and interact with members of the Schaumburg Police Department on a personal level.
Typically, two sessions are held each year – one in the spring and one in the fall. Each CPA session meets once a week for 10 weeks with classes held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday evenings. Participants must attend 75 percent of the
sessions to be eligible for graduation and to join the Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association of Schaumburg. Schaumburg residents and employees of Schaumburg businesses, ages 18 and older, are eligible to participate.
Interactive sessions offer an inside look at how the police department functions. Highlights
include a patrol ride-along with an on-duty officer, conducting a mock traffic stop, and the
opportunity to ask questions of police personnel. To participate, please complete and submit
the online application on the village’s website. For questions, contact Paula Diaz or dial 311 in Schaumburg. |
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SCHAUMBURG CELEBRATES NATIONAL NIGHT OUT |
Schaumburg's 2022 National Night Out event held on Aug. 2 was a great success. The village had a total of 20 registered parties, including a community-wide event at Meineke Park and one at the senior center inside the Schaumburg Barn.
Did you know that according to the village's 2021 National Community Survey, respondents indicated that 96 percent feel safe in their neighborhoods and 87 percent rated their overall feelings of safety as excellent or good, which is in line with national benchmarks? The village is proud of its professional public safety departments that provide such a high level of service to the community.
Our elected officials, police and fire personnel, and public safety volunteers enjoyed the evening spent among friends and neighbors – we thank you for your participation and for your support for a safe Schaumburg. We hope you will join the celebration next year on the first Tuesday in August!
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COOK COUNTY RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY TAX APPEALS |
Residents can appeal their Cook County property taxes at the Township of Schaumburg now through Aug. 25. The Township is open during the appeals period to assist residents from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday and from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Township has developed two appointment options for residents to complete appeals virtually or in-person:
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Email Victor Morales your home pin number, phone number, email and home address. If the home was purchased after January 1, 2019, please email the sales price as well. This is the fastest and most convenient way - no visit to the office is required. Emails must be received at least one hour before closing on the last day of appeals.
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Walk-in appointments are also available but emailing your appeal information is strongly encouraged. You’ll need to bring your pin number, phone number, email and home address. A sales price of the home will be required if the home was purchased after January 1, 2019.
The Township can assist with residential property tax appeals for townhomes and single-family homes, but cannot process condo, apartment or commercial property appeals. Condo and apartment residents should work with their respective association representative. For more information, visit the Township's website or call the Township of Schaumburg Assessor’s Office at (847) 285-4567. |
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Celebrate Farmers Market Week |
At the July 12 Village Board meeting, Schaumburg officials issued a proclamation designating Aug. 7-13 as Farmers Market Week. Farmers markets play a key role in developing local and regional food systems that support the sustainability of family farms, revitalize rural communities and provide opportunities for farmers and consumers to interact. Join the village in celebrating Farmers Market Week at the Schaumburg Farmers Market. Bring your family and friends to enjoy music, great food and fun. The market is held every Friday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Town Square. For more information, visit the village's website.
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Woodfield Mall Hosts Back-To-School Denim Campaign |
Woodfield Mall will be hosting its back-to-school denim drive, “Do Good with Denim,” to support sustainability and positively impact the community. The event will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 at the Grand Court inside Woodfield Mall, 5 Woodfield Mall. In collaboration with Chicago Textile Recycling and center retailers, Woodfield Mall invites shoppers during the busy back-to-school season to drop off their denim-exclusive clothing to be recycled. Everyone who donates items during the designated donation window will be entered to win a $50 gift card.
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Minefest Coming to Schaumburg |
Minefest, Minecraft community event, will be coming to the Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Dr., Aug. 13-14. Experience brand new Minecraft-inspired attractions including a legendary Battle Stage, Escape Rooms and much more. Meet some of your favorite YouTubers and participate in costume contests. From live PvP tournaments to educational workshops, Minefest is sure to have something for everyone. For tickets and more information, visit the website.
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Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday |
From Aug. 5-14, 2022, the state sales tax rate on certain clothing and school supplies will drop from 6.25% to 1.25%. Items include qualifying clothing and footwear with a retail selling price of less than $125 per item and certain school supplies used by students in the course of study. School supplies are not subject to the $125 threshold. For more information and a list of qualifying items, visit the Illinois Department of Revenue's website.
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Village President: Tom Dailly
Trustees: Brian Bieschke, Jamie Clar, George Dunham, Frank Kozak, Mark Madej, Jack Sullivan
Village Clerk: Marilyn Karr • Village Manager: Brian Townsend
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