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Nov. 23, 2022
A THANKSGIVING MESSAGE FROM VILLAGE PRESIDENT TOM DAILLY
As we usher in the busy, fast-paced holiday season, I wanted to take a moment to share a few highlights of why I’m grateful this Thanksgiving. First, we live in a wonderful community that continues to achieve great things! Our population has grown by 6 percent since 2010, and responses from our recent National Community Survey indicate that 95 percent of respondents rate the village as an excellent or good place to live. I’m thankful for the continued support of the elected officials and the village’s essential staff who serve the public with professionalism and dedication – these are key reasons why Schaumburg remains such a popular place to live, work and play.

I’m also thankful for the residents who have made Schaumburg their home and for the businesses that choose to invest in our community. Let’s continue to support each other and remember to shop local during the holidays and throughout the year. Don’t forget Small Business Saturday is Nov. 26!

And finally, I’m grateful for my family and friends who support me in ways too countless to mention. The holidays are a perfect time to acknowledge those who have played an important role in your life.

From my family to yours, have a safe and happy Thanksgiving and I hope to see you at the Tree Lighting Ceremony.
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Tom Dailly
Schaumburg Village President
ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY FRIDAY, NOV. 25
Schaumburg's annual Tree Lighting Ceremony is taking place Friday, Nov. 25 at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct. Activities will begin at 6 p.m. with holiday caroling by the Schaumburg Choral Program and Village Board. Santa will be escorted by the Schaumburg Fire Department and will arrive at 6:30 p.m. to light the tree in the Jack Siegel Memorial Plaza, located between the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center and the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts. Cindy Lou Who and The Grinch will also be making a special appearance! Parents/Guardians are encouraged to bring their cameras for photos with Santa after the tree is lit.

Attendees are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to this event for the Schaumburg Food Pantry. Requested items include canned meals, soup, juice, snacks, crackers, dry pasta, tomato products, tissues, paper towels, toothpaste, shampoo, and conditioner. All items can be placed in the designated boxes located in the Prairie Center lobby.

For a detailed schedule of activities, visit the website. For additional information, contact Special Events Coordinator Roxane Benvenuti or dial 311 in the village.
SUPPORT LOCAL, SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY NOV. 26
At the Nov. 8 Village Board Meeting, Village President Dailly proclaimed the Saturday after Thanksgiving as "Small Business Saturday in Schaumburg" to celebrate local small businesses and the contributions they make to the community and local economy. The Village of Schaumburg is home to an estimated 4,500 small businesses, many of which reflect the robust diversity in Schaumburg. In an effort to encourage shoppers to buy locally, the village's Economic Development Department delivered reusable grocery sacks to six grocers in town. Shoppers will receive a bag on Saturday, Nov. 26 at the following participating grocers while supplies last:

Graciano's - 2379 Bode Rd.
KD Market - 1102 S. Roselle Rd.
My Zabiha Halal Meat - 865 E. Schaumburg Rd.
Patel Brothers - 830 W. Golf Rd.
Tulsi Grocers - 873 E. Schaumburg Rd.
WaRoeNG - 2217 W. Schaumburg Rd.

For more information on Small Business Saturday in Schaumburg, please view the proclamation.
PROGRESS NOTES
Village Administrative Offices Closed Nov. 24-25
Schaumburg's administrative offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 24-25 for Thanksgiving. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 28 for regular business hours. Garbage and recycling pickup services will be delayed due to the holiday. Thursday's pickup will be delayed until Friday and Friday's pickup will be delayed until Saturday. If you need assistance while offices are closed, please dial 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 dialing 311. If it is an emergency, please dial 911.
Participate In Giving Tuesday Nov. 29
The Tuesday after Thanksgiving marks Giving Tuesday, which is a global movement encouraging communities to give back. Take part in Giving Tuesday by either donating your time or funds to something that resonates with you. The village has a number of volunteer and donation opportunities, including its Community Assistance Fund, Neighbors Helping Neighbors Program and the Prairie Center Arts Foundation. Click on the above initiatives to learn more or for additional donation and volunteer opportunities within the Schaumburg community, visit the website.
WOODFIELD TROLLEY EXPANDS SERVICE FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Enjoy holiday shopping without the parking hassles when riding the free Woodfield Trolley. Service expands from weekends only to daily service beginning Friday, Nov. 25 through Jan. 1, 2023. Experience easy and convenient access to all of Greater Woodfield’s shopping and entertainment destinations such as Woodfield Mall, Streets of Woodfield, Woodfield Village Green, IKEA and more. Trolleys will not be in service on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day. After New Year’s Day, the trolley reverts back to Friday through Sunday weekend service. For more information, visit the village’s website, watch the above video or call the Trolley Hotline at (847) 923-3880.
WATER BILLS ACCESSIBLE ON WEBPAY
The village’s Water Department has received a higher-than-normal number of phone calls indicating that October (due November) water bills have not been received. Water bills can now be accessed on WebPay, which can be found on the village’s website. This feature provides users the option to view, download, print and pay their bills. All that is needed is the customer number and a past bill number. The problem seems to be limited, but if assistance is needed, please contact the village by dialing 311 within the village. To report delivery issues with the post office please contact (847) 885-6501.
VILLAGE JOB OPPORTUNITIES
The Village of Schaumburg is actively recruiting for the following positions:

The ideal candidate will need to effectively communicate to a full range of people, be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals, and shift gears comfortably. To succeed in this role applicants will need the capacity to understand and be sensitive to the feelings of others.

This position performs unskilled labor and performs snow and ice removal operations on village streets and village owned parking lots on a temporary as needed basis. Work consists of assisting staff in the maintenance and repair of Village infrastructure, buildings, grounds and facilities. This position may also perform semi-skilled mechanical labor as well as custodial work. Position is typically until April 30th based on a 40-hour work week. Work schedule may change depending on snow and ice operational needs.

To apply or for more information on these and other available positions with the Village of Schaumburg, please visit the village's Career Portal.
CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS
Meacham Road at Algonquin Road Intersection Improvements
Final pavement markings are expected to be finished this week, weather permitting. After completion, all eastbound lanes will be open to traffic. Dual turn lanes will be restricted to one lane only until new traffic signals are operational.

Please avoid using sidewalks with concrete covered in plastic along the north side of Algonquin Rd. Foot traffic will be allowed once concrete is set.
Weathersfield Way Resurfacing
Work on powering the new streetlights will continue, weather permitting. Crews are working hard to complete the project.
OTHER AGENCY PROJECTS
Roselle Road - Cook County Pavement Maintenance Program
Cook County is continuing its rehabilitation of Roselle Road, from Wise Road to Higgins Road. Diamond profile grinding and sealing continues. Please use caution and remain alert for workers in the area. For more information, visit Cook County's website.
EVENTS
(click on event name for more info)
Nov. 23
Schweikher House

Nov. 25
Jack Siegel Memorial Plaza

Nov. 25
Schweikher House

Nov. 26-27
Schaumburg Park District

Nov. 29
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

Nov. 30
Schweikher House

Dec. 2-3
Schaumburg Park District

Dec. 2-4
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

Dec. 2-3
Schweikher House

Dec. 3
Schaumburg Park District

Dec. 7
Schweikher House

Dec. 9-11
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

Dec. 9-10
Schweikher House

Dec. 10
Police Department

Dec. 10-11
Schaumburg Park District
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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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