Feb. 17, 2023
TONY'S FRESH MARKET MAKING PROGRESS
This April, Tony’s Fresh Market is expected to open its new grocery store in Town Square, at the corner of Schaumburg and Roselle roads. Added signage officially displays the arrival of the highly anticipated grocery store. Tony’s is a family-owned grocery chain with a full-service meat counter, extensive produce department, domestic and imported deli, and fresh bakery. The grocery store will become a major anchor of the area and will create 200 jobs, generate traffic and economic activity for Town Square, and enhance the Schaumburg tax base. For more information, visit their website. To see the timeline of this development, visit the Economic Development Department's webpage.
NOMINATE SOMEONE FOR VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Do you know an adult, teen, or Schaumburg organization that gives back to the Schaumburg community by volunteering and should be commended for their contributions? The Village of Schaumburg is now accepting nominations for the 35th Volunteer of the Year Awards. Nominations for Schaumburg’s Volunteer of the Year, Volunteer Organization of the Year and Youth Volunteer of the Year will be accepted through Monday, April 3. Nominees can represent social, civic, religious, community, school, and nonprofit organizations within the Village of Schaumburg and Schaumburg Township community.

Award recipients will be selected by a panel of judges from nominations received from residents and the business community. Recipients will be honored at the Volunteer of the Year Awards Luncheon that will take place Tuesday, April 18 at Chandler’s Banquets in Schaumburg. Patricia Wilson, TED Speaker and Former CEO of Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area, will serve as the keynote speaker at this year's ceremony. Nomination materials and additional information about the Volunteer of the Year Awards is available on the village's website.
HOW TO HELP EARTHQUAKE VICTIMS IN TURKEY AND SYRIA
On Feb. 6, a series of devastating earthquakes struck Turkey and Syria. There is now an urgent need for humanitarian aid as these countries work to heal and rebuild in harsh winter conditions. Buildings and infrastructure have collapsed, and access to adequate shelter, food, and medical supplies is limited. Each day the death toll continues to grow and is expected to reach 70K people.

The Village of Schaumburg has a local connection to this crisis; more than 230 Turkish and Syrian immigrants call the village home. Please consider a donation to help provide lifesaving support to the region through one of the many humanitarian organizations running fundraising campaigns, including Embrace Relief, the Turkish American Society of Chicago’s GoFundMe page, and the International Rescue Committee.
PROGRESS NOTES
Schaumburg Athletic Association Hosting Chicago Fire Football Club Season Kickoff Festival Feb. 20
Only two months after the end of the World Cup, soccer fans are ready to welcome back the game for regular season. Join the Schaumburg Athletic Association (SAA) from 2-4 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 20 at the Schaumburg Park District Sports Center located at 1141 W. Irving Park Rd. for a Chicago Fire Football Club season kickoff festival and food drive. SAA is proud to be hosting the only season kickoff festival in the suburbs right here in Schaumburg. The festival will celebrate the opening of Chicago Fire Football Club's upcoming season with player appearances, Sparky the mascot, giveaways, games and plenty of fun. The event is open to the public and activities are free for all ages. SAA is requesting attendees bring non-perishable food times to be donated to Schaumburg food pantries. For more information, visit their website.
Schaumburg Police Department Seeking Comments
The Schaumburg Police Department (SPD) is an accredited law enforcement agency through CALEA® (the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies). The police department has voluntarily committed to this independent review process, which is designed to ensure that law enforcement agencies are adhering to the most contemporary best practices with regard to policy and procedures. The purpose of the public portal is to receive comments regarding SPD's compliance with CALEA standards, engagement in the service community, delivery of public safety services, and overall candidacy for accredited status. These comments can be in the form of commendations or concerns. The overall intent of the accreditation process is to provide agencies with information to support continuous improvement, as well as foster the pursuit of professional excellence. Please go online to access the public comment portal for the Schaumburg Police Department. The deadline to submit comments is Friday, April 7.
Now Accepting Citizen Police Academy Applications
Want to interact with members of the Schaumburg Police Department on a personal level and get exposure to the many facets of law enforcement? Participate in the Citizen Police Academy! The police department typically holds two sessions per year, with classes meeting once a week for 10 weeks. Schaumburg residents and employees of Schaumburg businesses, ages 18 and older, are eligible to participate. The next session begins on March 8. Registration is limited to the first 20 participants. For more information and to apply, visit the website, email Crime Prevention Specialist Paula Diaz, or dial 311 in Schaumburg.
Municipal Administrative Offices Closed Presidents' Day, Feb. 20
The Village of Schaumburg's administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20 in observance of Presidents' Day. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 for regular business hours. If you need assistance while offices are closed, please call 311 in the village or dial (847) 895-4500. To report an issue or request service, residents are encouraged to create a Customer Service Request online or by calling 311. If it is an emergency, please dial 911.
SCHAUMBURG FIREFIGHTERS ATTEND METRA TRAINING
After multiple accidents involving trains in January, the Schaumburg Fire Department paired with Metra to conduct six trainings across three days to firefighters. The training covered how to override standard controls in passenger rail cars, how to do an emergency shutdown of a locomotive, and what warnings need to be given to moving trains before lines can be shut down in cases of emergencies. The fire department provides continuous training, such as this one, to prepare for emergencies and keep residents of our community safe. For more information on firefighter duties and trainings, email Public Education Officer Tony Piccolo or visit the website.
VILLAGE JOB OPPORTUNITIES
The Village of Schaumburg is actively recruiting for the following two positions. Click on the job title to learn more:



To apply or for more information on these and other available positions with the Village of Schaumburg, visit the village's Career Portal.
EVENTS
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Feb. 17 (Add'l Dates Avail.)
The Schweikher House

Feb. 18
Schaumburg Convention Center

Feb. 23
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

Feb. 24
The Barn

Feb. 25
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

March 3
Schaumburg Restaurants

March 5
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

March 10
The Barn

March 11
Schaumburg Convention Center
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Trustees: Brian Bieschke, Jamie Clar, George Dunham, Mark Madej, Esha Patel, Jack Sullivan
Village Clerk: Marilyn Karr • Village Manager: Brian Townsend 
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