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OCTOBER 15, 2021
SCHAUMBURG RECEIVES GFOA DISTINGUISHED BUDGET PRESENTATION AWARD
The Village of Schaumburg is pleased to announce it has once again received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting.

To receive the award, Schaumburg satisfied nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. The guidelines assess how well an organization’s budget serves as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide, and a communications device. Budget documents must achieve a proficiency rating in all four categories, including 14 mandatory criteria within those categories, to receive the award.

The annual budget is a policy document that sets the financial course for the village and defines the service priorities for the community. It is the culmination of months of effort by the entire village staff led by Assistant Village Manager Paula Hewson, Assistant to the Village Manager Clayton Black, and the Finance Department to balance available resources with the services provided to Schaumburg residents, businesses and visitors. To read more about this prestigious honor, please visit the village's website.
CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN SAFELY
The Village of Schaumburg wishes to ensure the safety and tradition of a Happy Halloween.
  • The Village of Schaumburg does not have any ordinances that regulate trick-or-treating within Schaumburg municipal limits
  • Halloween occurs this year on Sunday, Oct. 31. For those who wish to trick-or-treat, recommended hours are from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. during daylight hours.
  • Homes participating in trick-or-treating should turn on their front porch/outdoor lights. If your home will not be handing out candy, please turn off your lights.
  • Do not participate in trick-or-treating or other activities if you, or a member of your group, feels unwell, is awaiting COVID-19 test results, or have been exposed to COVID-19. Additional safety guidance for activities, gatherings and holidays is available on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

For more information, including general trick-or-treating safety tips from the Schaumburg Police Department and Schaumburg Fire Department, visit the village's website.
SCHAUMBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT CELEBRATES CRIME PREVENTION MONTH
October is designated as National Crime Prevention Month by the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC). The Schaumburg Police Department supports the NCPC and encourages residents to review their Crime Prevention Month themes and resources online.

The following are just a few recommended safety measures Schaumburg residents can implement to prevent crime in their home or neighborhood:
  • Turn outside lights on when it gets dark
  • Lock your doors and windows
  • Close your garage door when away
  • Participate in a Neighborhood Watch Group
  • Attend the monthly “Chat with the Brass” meetings

For other crime prevention tips or to subscribe to the police department's Crime Prevention e-newsletter, visit the village's website. Residents can also contact Crime Prevention Specialist Paula Diaz with questions.
PROGRESS NOTES
SAVE THE DATE: Community Blood Drive Oct. 26
Vitalant has a critical shortage of all blood types and urges eligible donors to replenish the blood supply. Participate in the final Community Blood Drive of 2021 from 3:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 26 at The Barn, 231 S. Civic Dr. Call (877) 25VITAL (1-877-258-4825) or register online using sponsor code SH98. Appointments are highly recommended to reduce wait times; however, walk-ins are welcome. All participants must wear a face covering at the event. Donors will receive a coupon for a pint of Culver’s frozen custard and will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of four $25 Jewel gift cards.
Donate to the Lavelle Law Charities Food Drive
The annual Lavelle Law Charities Food Drive benefitting the Schaumburg Township Food Pantry is underway. Donations of nonperishable food items, paper goods, personal care items, baby formula, diapers and pet food can be dropped off in the collection box inside the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Ct. through Nov. 5. The food pantry serves approximately 700 families per month. For more information, please visit the Lavelle Law Charities Food Drive website.
Harper College Technology Summit for Local Employers
Attention Schaumburg employers: Harper College, 1200 Algonquin Rd., Palatine, will host a Technology Summit on Friday, Oct. 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Wojcik Conference Center. The purpose of this summit is to broaden attendees’ knowledge on the interconnectivity of technology across the workforce. Topics include:
  • How are IT and AI Changing the Workplace
  • Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things
  • Cyber Security
  • Equity in the Workplace via Technology
For more information and to reserve your seat, please visit Harper College's website.
Mecum Chicago 2021 Rides Into Schaumburg Oct. 21-23
Mecum Auctions, the world's largest collector car auction company, will host Mecum Chicago 2021 Oct. 21-23 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Dr. Approximately 1,000 American muscle cars, classic cars, Corvettes, trucks, exotic cars, hot rods and custom cars will cross the auction block. Tickets are $20 in advance online and $30 at the door. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the Mecum Auctions website.
FRONTIER CUP ON DISPLAY AT VILLAGE HALL
The 2021 Frontier League Champion Schaumburg Boomers and General Manager Michael Larson were recognized at this week's Schaumburg Village Board meeting to celebrate the team's accomplishments on and off the field this season. Village President Tom Dailly also proclaimed Oct. 13 as Schaumburg Boomers - Champions of the Frontier League Day. The Frontier Cup, the Frontier League's championship trophy, will be on display for the public to enjoy and take photos with at the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Ct., during normal business hours through next week. The Village of Schaumburg congratulates the Schaumburg Boomers on their fourth Frontier League title.
FEMA RELEASES PRELIMINARY FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP (FIRM)
FEMA has released the Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for Cook County, Illinois, and Incorporated Areas for review and comment. Only those FIRM panels with updated flood hazard information have been revised. Paper copies can be viewed at the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center 101 Schaumburg Ct., Community Development Department - Engineering, or maps can be viewed and printed online from FEMA Map Service Center. Public comments are due by 4 p.m. October 22. Comments may be directed to Shelly Fuller, Illinois State Water Survey, 2204 Griffith Dr., Champaign, IL 61820 or by email.
NOW HIRING: PART TIME AND SEASONAL POSITIONS
The Village of Schaumburg is actively recruiting to fill the following part-time and seasonal positions:

  • Winter Laborer (seasonal) - CDL required, $27/hour
  • Building Attendant (part time)
  • Ordinance Compliance Agent (part-time)
  • Customer Service Center Representative (part-time)

For full details on any of the above positions and to apply, visit the Career Portal on the village's website.
CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS
Summit Drive Improvements
This week crews began concrete removal for sidewalk, curb and drive approaches and preparation for drainage structure removal and replacement on Summit Dr. between Wise Rd. and Weathersfield Way. Traffic access will be maintained, however, motorists can expect some occasional delays due to truck maneuvering. Some driveways have been removed; affected homeowners will need to park on the street. Work on this section of Summit Dr. is expected to continue through mid-November.
Meacham Road at Tower Road Pavement Patching
The first of four phases of pavement patching at Meacham Rd. and Tower Rd. begins next week. Crews will work on the right turn lane on Tower Rd. that feeds southbound Meacham Rd., as well as the northbound left turn lane on Meacham Rd., which will require these lanes to be closed. No traffic shifts will be occurring. The project is expected to take 3-4 weeks to complete, weather permitting.
Martingale Road Pavement Patching
Crews completed the first phase of pavement patching on Martingale Rd. from Higgins Rd. to Schaumburg Rd. this week. Lane closures will now be shifted to the left lane in this section along southbound Martingale Rd. beginning at 7 a.m. today (Oct. 15). Lane closures will remain in place while second phase patching is completed next week.
Meacham Road at Algonquin Road Intersection Improvements

Crews will continue working on storm sewer and water systems during the upcoming week. Expect to see water flushing from hydrants as crews connect the new water pipe to the existing systems. Crews will also continue building the new stone base for the roadway expansion throughout the middle section project. Please continue to watch for trucks entering and leaving the work zones. Expect daily single lane closures between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.
National Parkway - Woodfield Road to American Lane
The current traffic configuration on National Pkwy, continues this week with one northbound lane open from Woodfield Rd. to American Ln. The northbound lane has shifted from the existing pavement on the west side of National Pkwy. to the new pavement on the east side. Southbound lanes on National Pkwy. between American Ln. and Woodfield Rd. are closed with traffic continuing to be detoured. This configuration is scheduled to remain until mid-November.
To receive updates about these and other upcoming street construction projects directly into your inbox, please visit the village's 2021 Street Program page.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS (click on name for more info)

EVENTS
(click on event name for more info)
Oct. 15
Trickster Cultural Center

Oct. 15
Schweikher House

Oct. 15-17
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center

Oct. 16
Wintrust Field

Oct. 16
St. Peter Lutheran Church

Oct. 16
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

Oct. 16-17
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center

Oct. 17
Heritage Farm

Oct. 20
Virtual

Oct. 20
Schaumburg Township District Library

Oct. 21-23
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center

Oct. 22
Trickster Cultural Center

Oct. 22
Schweikher House

Oct. 22
The Barn

Oct. 22
The Water Works

Oct. 23
Schaumburg Township District Library

Oct. 23
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts

Oct. 26
The Barn




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Trustees: Brian Bieschke, Jamie Clar, George Dunham, Frank Kozak, Mark Madej, Jack Sullivan
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