VILLAGE EMPLOYEES CELEBRATED DURING PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK | |
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This week the Village of Schaumburg celebrated its dedicated employees through a variety of initiatives to help recognize their efforts as part of Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW). PSRW has been celebrated nationally the first full week of May since 1985, honoring people who have chosen a career in government. All village employees were treated to catered lunches and had the opportunity to take part in several fun activities as part of the Healthy U Expo that featured employee raffles for prizes, a putt-putt challenge, 5-minute massages, sweet treats, an employee bake-off, and health workshops. The village thanks all employees for the role they play in making Schaumburg such a great place to live, work and visit.
Interested in a career at the Village of Schaumburg? Visit the online Career Portal.
| SCHAUMBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT CELEBRATES ISO CLASS 1 RATING | |
Schaumburg elected officials, along with representatives from the Illinois Fire Marshal’s Office and the Insurance Services Office (ISO), joined the Schaumburg Fire Department for a brief ceremony held May 9 celebrating the success of the department’s recent ISO Class 1 Public Protection Classification (PPC) rating. The ISO Class 1 rating is the highest rating that can be achieved and is the first in the department’s history.
Schaumburg Fire Chief Jim Walters thanked several village departments, including members of the Fire Department, Engineering & Public Works, and representatives from Northwest Central Dispatch System – all of whom worked collaboratively to help the village earn this special distinction. The rating places Schaumburg in the top 2 percent in Illinois, where only 29 departments have earned an ISO Class 1 rating.
“I think this is a very proud moment for the village,” Chief Walters said. “It demonstrates the emphasis the village has on safety.”
Illinois Fire Marshal James Rivera and ISO Representative Randall Downs spoke at the event, congratulated the village on its recent achievements, and recognized the level of commitment needed to obtain the rating and maintain such a high level of safety in the community.
Read the full press release on the ISO Class 1 rating online to learn more about this achievement. For more information about the Schaumburg Fire Department, visit the village's website, dial 311 in the village or call (847) 895-4500 outside the village.
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BOOMERS BASEBALL HOME OPENER MAY 13 | |
The Schaumburg Boomers kick off the 2024 baseball season at its home opener taking place at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 13. The Boomers will be up against the Tri-City ValleyCats and the game will conclude with post-game fireworks. While at Wintrust Field, be sure to check out the stadium's recent improvements, including an upgraded video board, new sound system, updated spaces and drink rails, and many other facility upgrades sure to enhance the fan experience. For more information on the upcoming Boomers Baseball season and to purchase tickets, visit the website.
In addition, Ballpark Brew Fest returns to Wintrust Field at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 11. This 21 and older event features more than 100 beers from nearly 50 breweries. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Ballpark Brew Fest online.
| CELEBRATING NATIONAL WALK AND BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY | |
On May 8, the Village of Schaumburg Transportation Department partnered with local schools to promote and participate in National Walk and Bike to School Day. As part of the event, members of the Schaumburg Police Department handed out pencils and stickers to participants while greeting them before the start of their school day. Children and adults from five Schaumburg schools participated in this fun, community event.
Walk and Bike to School Day are annual events that promote walking and bicycling for several reasons:
- Physical activity
- Teaching safe pedestrian and bicycling skills to children
- Awareness of how walkable and bikeable the community is
- Concern for the environment
- Reducing traffic congestion, pollution and speed near schools
- Sharing time with community leaders, parents and children
The village thanks School District 54 schools (Campanelli, Enders-Salk, Aldrin, Dooley and Hale) for their participation and others who may have participated individually in this annual event. For more information on biking in Schaumburg and upcoming activities during Bike Month in June, please visit the website or dial 311 in the village.
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Engineering & Public Works Open House May 18 | The Village of Schaumburg invites the public to attend its free Engineering and Public Works Open House that will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 18. The all-ages event will take place rain or shine at the Engineering and Public Works Facility, 714 S. Plum Grove Rd. Attendees will be offered a unique experience to get a behind-the-scenes look at what skills, tools and equipment are required to maintain the village’s infrastructure. The event will include touch-a-truck, equipment displays, informational booths, demonstrations, free giveaways, snacks and more. Kona Ice will also be onsite for purchase. Don’t forget to bring items to help animals in need at Almost Home Foundation and Chicagoland Dog Rescue. Donation wishlists are available online. For more information about the Open House, visit the website, dial 311 in Schaumburg or call (847) 895-4500 outside of Schaumburg. | |  |
Annual Water Quality Report Now Available | The Village of Schaumburg is proud to provide residents with its annual water quality report, which includes drinking water facts and information on violations (if applicable) and contaminants detected in the drinking water supply. This report covers water tested from Jan. 1, 2023 through Dec. 31, 2023. The Village of Schaumburg's drinking water has met all United States Environmental Protection Agency and state drinking water health standards. The village's system vigilantly safeguards its drinking water supply, and the village had no violation of a contaminant level or of any other water quality standard in the previous year. The village will remain committed to conservation and community education while continuing to serve the needs of all water users. Read the report. | | |
Save The Date: Prairie Arts Festival May 25-26 | Memorial Day weekend’s popular Prairie Arts Festival returns Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 to the grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Ct. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days, rain or shine. Admission is free, and the event will feature approximately 100 fine artists, including jewelers, painters, photographers, potters, sculptors, and woodcarvers from coast to coast. For more information, visit the Prairie Center's website or dial 311 in Schaumburg. | | |
May is Building Safety Month | At the April 23 Village Board meeting, village officials issued a proclamation recognizing May as Building Safety Month. The village acknowledges the devotion of vigilant public servants and private citizens, including building safety and fire prevention officials, architects, engineers, builders, tradespeople, laborers and others in the construction industry, who work year-round to ensure the safe construction of buildings. Countless lives have been saved due to the implementation of safety codes by local and state agencies, which ensure the construction and maintenance of safe, efficient and livable buildings. For more information on Building Safety Month, visit the International Code Council's website | | |
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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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