VILLAGE APPROVES DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR NORTHEAST CORNER OF VILLAGE | |
Following the installation of a new gateway sign at 1580 E. Algonquin Rd. in September, Schaumburg’s Village Board moved forward with the approval of new design guidelines that will serve as a policy document to guide future development of the northeast corner of the village’s corporate limits.
The village acquired the former site of the Frankly Yours hot dog stand in 2023, demolished the building, and removed an advertising billboard from the property. Since then, work has continued to clean up the parcel, and a gateway sign has been added to make the corner more visible to westbound traffic on Algonquin Road and northbound traffic on Thorntree Lane.
At its Oct. 22 meeting, the Village Board approved design guidelines to inspire and assist future redevelopment of the property and surrounding lots to ensure it remains compatible with commercial land uses, provides a welcoming entrance to the community, and is consistent with high-quality developments in the Woodfield Regional Center and the village’s efforts at transforming 90 North into a premier destination.
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RECOMMENDATION TO KEEP PROPERTY TAX LEVY FLAT | |
The village’s property tax levy funds associated costs with police and fire operations and is used to make required contributions into the police and firefighters’ pension funds. Property taxes paid to the Village of Schaumburg represent about 6 percent of the total tax bill.
At a recent committee meeting, Schaumburg Village Manager Brian Townsend recommended to the Village Board to maintain the village’s property tax levy at the same amount that has been levied since 2019. If approved, resident property taxes paid to Schaumburg in 2023 would be similar to property taxes paid in 2024. The proposed amount of the tentative levy is $19,479,582. The tax levy is anticipated to be set by the Village Board in November and adopted in December.
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TRICK-OR-TREAT HOURS AND SAFETY | |
The Village of Schaumburg wishes to ensure the safety and tradition of a Happy Halloween. Though the village does not have any ordinances that regulate trick-or-treating within Schaumburg municipal limits, recommended hours are between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31.
To keep the holiday safe and fun for everyone, the village encourages those celebrating to follow these tips:
- Homes that will be passing out treats are encouraged to turn their front porch or outdoor lights on. If not participating, please keep these lights off.
- Children should stick to well-lit streets in their own neighborhood and be accompanied by an adult.
- Never enter a home to receive treats or for any other reason.
- Wear light-colored clothing or reflective tape to improve visibility to others.
- Always walk on the sidewalks and cross streets at the crosswalks. Never run between parked vehicles. Motorists should use extra caution when driving through neighborhoods.
- All treats should be examined by a parent or guardian before consumption. Throw away any treats that are unwrapped and check wrapped candy for signs of tampering. Call the police to report any suspicious treats.
For additional Halloween safety tips and information, please visit the website.
Jack-O'-Lantern Composting
After the Halloween festivities, compost your pumpkins by tossing them into one of two designated boxes located in the parking lots of the Schaumburg Police Department, 1000 W. Schaumburg Rd., and the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct. This service will be available between Friday, Nov. 1 and Sunday, Nov. 3 and is provided at no-cost to residents. For more information, visit the website.
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Fall marks the start of coyote dispersal season, a time when young coyotes leave their family groups to establish territories of their own. This leads to an increase in coyote sightings as these curious and inexperienced coyotes explore new areas in our neighborhoods.
While coyotes can disperse at any time, pups generally disperse in the fall as parents prepare for the upcoming breeding season, which occurs in late winter and early spring. With fewer pack members, competition for food and mates is reduced. During this time, you may spot coyotes in groups or notice them following you out of curiosity as they navigate their new surroundings. Coyotes are typically found in brushy areas, wooded edges and open grasses, not in heavily wooded areas as many believe.
Despite their reputation, coyotes play a positive role in ecosystems, controlling populations of rodents, rabbits, and other small animals. Removing or relocating coyotes has been proven ineffective, as new coyotes quickly fill the void, often leading to increased populations.
During this active period, it's important to prioritize pet safety. Keep dogs on a leash, cats indoors, and avoid leaving out food or trash that could attract coyotes. For more information on coyote dispersal season and coyotes in Schaumburg, visit the website.
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Yard Waste Cleanup Reminders | Residents are reminded that leaves cannot be blown or disposed of into village streets or raked into parkways. Debris left in the street can cause stormwater to back up if leaves block and clog sewers. It is also a violation of the Village Code of Ordinances. All landscape waste must be bagged properly and placed at the curb for pick up. Landscape waste pick up services are offered until the second full week of December. Residents also have the option to rent a wheeled cart for organic waste collection at an annual fee. For more information on the village's yard waste collection and organic composting programs, please visit the village's website or dial 311 in Schaumburg. | |  |
Schaumburg Barn Registration Goes Digital | The Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Dr., recently introduced online registration and check-in for its senior program meals and activities. To get started, patrons must visit The Barn in person to create an account and receive a keytag. This keytag will have a barcode that will be used to check-in at The Barn. Once an account is created, patrons can register for their preferred meals and activities through the online portal. Payments will still be collected in person until further notice. For more information on the new online process, visit the website, contact the Schaumburg Barn at (847) 524-7496 or dial 311 in Schaumburg to connect with a Customer Service Representative. | | |
Questions or Concerns for the Village? Dial 311 | |
In non-emergency situations, most issues and questions can be resolved by using the village's 311 center. Dialing 311 from any phone, mobile or landline, while still in the Village of Schaumburg will connect you with a customer service representative who will answer your questions directly or connect you with the person, department or service of your choice. You can also be connected with a village staff member by dialing (847) 895-4500. To report an issue or request service, a Customer Service Request can be made by connecting with a customer service representative or by using the online CSR system.
The village's 311 staff is standing by to help with any problem or issue that may arise. If you require the immediate response of police officers, firefighters and/or paramedics, please dial 911. For more ways to connect with the village, visit the website.
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Schaumburg Youth Orchestra Hosts Percussion Workshop | |
The Schaumburg Youth Orchestra hosts a special one-hour workshop with Grammy Award-winning Third Coast Percussion (TCP) at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct. The workshop is free to attend and open to all high school percussion students (other student musicians and teachers welcome). The session will feature a short performance by TCP, along with a group rhythm exercise based on the music of Steve Reich. In addition to practical tips, the discussion will cover the disciplines the ensemble adopted to achieve its artistic goals and how these can be applied in practice and ensemble performance. RSVP for the workshop online.
Following the workshop, Third Coast Percussion will perform their concert program Music of Metamorphosis at 7:30 p.m. at the Prairie Center. Tickets for the performance are available online.
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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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