March 8, 2024

VILLAGE-WIDE STREET SWEEPING PROGRAM TO BEGIN MARCH 11

The village's street sweeping services, provided by LRS CleanSweep, will resume the week of March 11. The program will cover more than 400 miles of village roadways from March to November. The sweeping will be conducted in various cycles for different areas, including residential streets, the Woodfield area, and industrial areas within the village.


The street sweepers are designed and engineered to remove debris and residue from the street surface and curb line. A build-up of leaves congests sweepers and risks sweepers catching fire. Please follow the yard waste preparation guidelines found in the article below or on the village's website for collection services resuming in April.

USE MEETUP SPOT FOR SAFE INTERNET EXCHANGES

Did you know the Schaumburg Police Department provides a safe location for the public to conduct online purchases and exchanges? The designated "MeetUp Spot" is located in the front parking lot of the police department, 1000 W. Schaumburg Rd., and is under 24-hour video surveillance.

 

The safe exchange location eliminates the need for two strangers to exchange items at their residences and can help deter criminal activity to keep both the buyer and seller safe. The public is encouraged to continue using best safety practices for all exchanges in addition to using this safe location whenever possible. Learn more about the safe exchange location and other safety programs on the village's website.

SCHAUMBURG RESIDENT LAVERNE HORGAN FEATURED IN REMARKABLE WOMEN SERIES

Schaumburg resident LaVerne Horgan started a food pantry at the Church of Holy Spirit Catholic Church in 2004. Since then, LaVerne has put in 30 hours a week for the past two decades to ensure no one goes hungry. Her dedication to feeding the community has contributed to the pantry’s growth into helping over 700 families in our community per month.


To commend her for her dedication, LaVerne’s fellow pantry volunteers nominated her for WGN TV's Remarkable Women series. She was featured in the above video as one of four finalists for its 2024 Woman of the Year award.


The village thanks LaVerne for her continued service to the community!

Yard Waste Collection

Yard waste collection begins the first week of April. Smaller brush and yard waste can be placed into biodegradable yard waste paper bags, not to exceed 30 gallons in capacity or 50 pounds in weight. Larger brush piles must be bundled using garden string or twine. The bundle size is restricted to 4 feet in length, 2 feet in diameter, and no heavier than 50 pounds. Branches cannot exceed 3 inches in diameter. Please review all yard waste preparation guidelines available on the village’s website

Reminder: Get Recognized For Going Green

The Village of Schaumburg Environmental Committee is continuing to accept applications for the 2024 Al Larson Environmental Award Program through Friday, March 15. The program recognizes residents and businesses in Schaumburg who participate in environmentally friendly activities and projects in the categories of energy efficiency, renewable energy, conservation of natural resources, recycling programs, green product use, water conservation, transportation, or outreach and education. For more information and to access the application, visit the website.

St. Patrick's Day Enforcement Campaign

St. Patrick’s Day festivities are quickly approaching and the Schaumburg Police Department reminds motorists that they will be out in full force to keep our roads safe. In addition to looking for alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers, the Schaumburg Police Department will be stepping up seatbelt enforcement, particularly at night when seatbelt usage rates are lowest. Speeding, distracted driving and other traffic laws will also be strictly enforced. Remember to buckle up, remain alert of pedestrians, and, if you will be celebrating with alcohol or other impairing substances, make a plan for a safe ride home before heading out.

Schaumburg Home Show Returns March 9-10

Whether you’re looking to build, remodel, landscape or make your home eco-friendly, the Schaumburg Home Show begins Saturday, March 9 and has an expansive selection of displays to kick off your next home improvement project just in time for spring. All weekend long, exhibitors will display the freshest ideas and latest trends in remodeling, updating, and beautifying your home and property. The show is free and open to the public to attend. For more information, visit the Schaumburg Home Show website.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality. International Women's Day has occurred for well over a century, with the first gathering taking place in 1911.


The Village of Schaumburg values the hard work and dedication of the amazing women working across all of its departments who continue to make the village a great place to live, work, visit and do business. Today we celebrate the accomplishments of all women who have made an impact on the world in which we live. 

REMINDER: DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

Don't forget to "spring forward" and move clocks forward by one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 10.

NEW AT THE CORNER OF...

North American Real Estate is developing a new 3,500-square-foot medical and retail complex in the outlot of the PGA TOUR Superstore, located at 1319 E. Golf Rd. This upcoming development will house Aspen Dental and serve as the new location for the existing Xfinity by Comcast store currently located at 1229 E. Golf Rd.

VILLAGE JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Click on the job titles below to apply for this week's featured positions. For more information on other available positions, visit the village's Career Portal.


Certified and Entry-Level Police Officers


Part-time Administrative Clerk (Engineering and Public Works)


Fire Inspector (Fire Department)

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

EVENTS

(click on event name for more info)


March 8-10

CHICAGO NORTHWEST RESTAURANT WEEK

Chicago Northwest Suburbs Restaurants


March 8 (Additional Dates Available)

SCHWEIKHER HOUSE TOUR

Schweikher House


March 8-30

EASTER BUNNY PHOTOS

Woodfield Mall


March 8-18

EARLY VOTING

Trickster Cultural Center


March 9

SLOW AND GENTLE YOGA

Schweikher House


March 9-10

SCHAUMBURG HOME AND GARDEN SHOW

Schaumburg Convention Center


March 10

CELLIST NELLY ROCHA - A SALON CONCERT

Schweikher House


March 11 & 25

OLDER ADULT COMMUNITY MARKET

The Barn


March 14

THURSDAY NIGHT LAUGHS

Prairie Center for the Arts


March 14-17

FINDING NEMO JR.

Community Recreation Center


March 16-17

SUGAR BUSH FAIR

Merkle Cabin at Spring Valley


March 17

CONCERTO!

Prairie Center for the Arts


MONTHLY MEETINGS


March 9

COFFEE WITH THE COUNCIL

Police Department

 

March 21

CHAT WITH THE BRASS

Virtual


The Schaumburg Progress Report is prepared weekly by the village's Communications & Outreach Department. Questions? Contact Multimedia Communications Specialist

Josie Beecher-Crotty


Village President: Tom Dailly

Trustees: Brian Bieschke, Jamie Clar, George Dunham, Mark Madej, Esha Patel, Jack Sullivan

Village Clerk: Jane Lentino • Village Manager: Brian Townsend 

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