VILLAGE BOARD APPROVES PHASE 1 DEVELOPMENT OF ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT
This week, Schaumburg's Village Board approved a resolution to proceed with Phase 1 development of the village's 23-acre Entertainment District adjacent to the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel on the east side of Meacham Road.
Phase 1 of the project will be anchored by Andretti Indoor Karting and Games, which will offer multilevel karting tracks for different age groups, virtual reality attractions, a video arcade, bowling, two-level laser tag arena, and a full restaurant and bar. Andretti Indoor Karting and Games will pay $6 million for the development ready pad site and invest nearly $20 million to construct their 80,000 square foot facility. The village would benefit from new amusement tax, sales tax, and food and beverage tax revenue from Andretti Racing that is estimated to be $955,000 annually based on $16 million in annual sales.
Phase 1 of the Entertainment District also includes a 900-space parking structure with a pedestrian bridge into the Renaissance hotel, building pads for other entertainment and restaurant users, and digital signage for the Convention Center and Entertainment District.
RESIDENTIAL SNOW REMOVAL REMINDERS
The Village of Schaumburg reminds residents to refrain from blowing and/or shoveling snow into village streets because it causes dangerous ice patches while prolonging snow and ice removal efforts. It also violates village code. Although it is not required by village ordinance, residents are encouraged to shovel sidewalks that are part of their property to provide safe passage for pedestrians. Residents are also encouraged to help shovel out fire hydrants during heavy snowstorms so that hydrants are accessible at all times.
For additional information including snow parking restrictions and mailbox and parkway damages, visit the village's website.
PROGRESS NOTES
Cook County Assessor's Office Automatic Exemption Renewals
In response to COVID-19, the Cook County Assessor’s Office will continue the automatic renewal of the following tax exemptions:
Senior Freeze Exemption
Veterans with Disabilities Exemption
Persons with Disabilities Exemption
Homeowner Exemption
Senior Exemption
If you received these exemptions last year, there is no need to reapply. For first-time applicants, the 2021 tax year exemption filing period will begin in early March. Visit the Cook County Assessor’s Office website for more information.
RTA Launches Fare Programs Online Customer Portal
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) recently launched Fare Programs Online, a web-based online customer portal that allows people with disabilities and seniors to apply for, replace, and renew Reduced Fare and Ride Free Permits. The portal can be accessed on the RTA website. This marks the first time these services are available online. Customers can still register in-person (by appointment only) with the village's Transportation Departmentin the lower level of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Ct. To schedule an appointment, please call (847) 923-3861.
WELCOME X-GOLF
X-Golf recently held a ribbon cutting for the grand opening of its brand new space located at 1100 American Ln. X-Golf is a state-of-the-art golf simulation center which features seven simulator bays along with a restaurant and full bar. X-Golf invested about $250,000 to renovate 11,000 square feet of space. For more information, please visit their website.
WHAT'S NEW AT THE CORNER OF...?
MT Balloons
MT Balloons, located at 881 S. Roselle Rd. in the Kingsport Plaza, opened in 2021. Owner Mirtha Thomas is a party decorator and florist extraordinaire. A native of Peru, Mirtha attended the Institute of Wedding and Event Design in Deerfield Beach, FL. It was there she grew her talent for decorating. Mirtha has years of experience creating centerpieces, sweet tables, photography backdrops, and fabulous table settings. She can bring her talent and inspirationally designed balloon pieces or floral arrangements to any event space to make any occasion special. For more information on MT Balloons, call (847) 668-4101.
NOW HIRING: CIVIL ENGINEER, SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER
The Village of Schaumburg is actively accepting applications for Civil Engineers with a variety of experience levels. Whether you are just beginning your engineering career or have years of experience, the village wants to hear from you. Online applications for Civil Engineer and Senior Civil Engineer must be submitted by Feb. 27. Check out the village's online Career Portal for more details and to apply.
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