THANK YOU FOR A MEMORABLE SEPTEMBERFEST | |
Septemberfest is a longtime Schaumburg tradition, and we were thrilled to celebrate another memorable Labor Day weekend with our community! From live music and carnival rides to the Arts & Crafts Show, Taste of Schaumburg, Labor Day Parade and more, the Schaumburg vibe was on full display throughout the weekend.
It takes a village to bring Septemberfest to life. We extend our sincere thanks to the Septemberfest Committee, village employees, volunteers, vendors, sponsors, and community partners whose hard work and support make this celebration possible year after year.
Most of all, thank you to the residents and visitors who joined us and helped make the weekend so special. Great food, live music, longtime traditions, and time spent together—that’s the Schaumburg vibe.
Thank you for celebrating with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Septemberfest next year!
| FIBER INTERNET CONSTRUCTION COMING TO SCHAUMBURG | |
Over the next several years, residents throughout Schaumburg can expect to see fiber internet construction coming to their neighborhoods as Ezee Fiber, Lumos Fiber, and Ripple Fiber build new fiber-optic networks throughout the community. These companies will provide residents and businesses with additional choices for high-speed internet service and expand access to fast, reliable connections that can support remote work, streaming, online learning, smart-home technology, and other growing technology needs. Residents are not required to subscribe to any of these providers as a result of construction occurring in their neighborhood.
The Village Board has approved Master License Agreements (MLAs) with each of the three fiber providers. These agreements establish the requirements the companies must follow when constructing and maintaining fiber infrastructure within the village’s public rights-of-way, including permitting, construction coordination, restoration, inspection, and other applicable village standards.
Fiber construction will be completed underground and may include locating existing utilities, directional boring to install underground fiber cable, and placing small utility boxes or other equipment where necessary to support the network. Village staff is coordinating with each provider to help manage the pace and location of construction, minimize overlapping work where possible, and ensure areas disturbed by construction are appropriately restored.
For additional information about fiber construction, participating providers, what residents can expect when work reaches their neighborhood, and frequently asked questions, visit the village’s fiber FAQ page.
| COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE SEPT. 15 | |
A single blood donation can make a meaningful difference for patients in need. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood or platelets, and volunteer donors play an important role in helping maintain a reliable blood supply for hospitals and patients.
The Village of Schaumburg invites community members to roll up their sleeves at an upcoming Community Blood Drive from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1320 W. Schaumburg Rd.
Donating blood is a simple way to give back, and a single donation has the potential to help multiple people. Eligible donors are encouraged to make an appointment by calling 1-877-258-4825 or registering online using sponsor code ORD0SH98. Walk-ins are also welcome.
For more information about the village’s community blood drives, visit the village website or dial 311 in Schaumburg.
| FALL SPEAKER SERIES KICKS OFF SEPT. 16 WITH “A GREENER SCHAUMBURG” PRESENTATION | |
The Village of Schaumburg’s Speaker’s Bureau continues this fall with informative presentations designed to connect residents with village programs, services, and initiatives. Led by village staff, each session offers an inside look at topics that impact the community and provides an opportunity to learn directly from the departments doing the work.
The fall series kicks off with “A Greener Schaumburg” from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road.
Staff from the Community Development Department will provide an overview of Schaumburg’s new Comprehensive Green Action Plan, a community-driven roadmap for a more sustainable and resilient Schaumburg. Attendees will learn about the plan’s eight focus areas, including extreme weather preparedness, healthy neighborhoods, and smarter recycling, as well as the goals that will help guide village policy in the years ahead.
Residents can attend in person or participate online via Zoom. Please indicate your preference when registering.
For more information about the program and upcoming presentations, visit the village’s Speaker’s Bureau webpage.
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| Weathersfield Way Improvements Public Meeting | |
The Village of Schaumburg will host a public information meeting to discuss proposed improvements to Weathersfield Way between Salem Drive and Roselle Road. Improvements include roadway resurfacing, along with potential alternatives to on-street parking and bicycle and pedestrian improvements.
The open house will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, at the Al Larson Cultural Center, 201 Schaumburg Ct. Residents may stop by anytime to review project exhibits, speak with the project team, and provide feedback.
Comments submitted by Friday, Oct. 2, will be included in the official project record. Visit the village website for more information.
| |  | Learn to Recognize and Combat Human Trafficking | |
Registration is open for Schaumburg Frontline Response: Empowering Northern Illinois to Identify and Combat Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation, taking place Sept. 29–Oct. 1 at the Al Larson Cultural Center.
These free events will provide participants with information and resources to help recognize the signs of human trafficking and child exploitation and understand how they can help combat these crimes in their communities.
Multiple 90-minute sessions are available throughout the three-day event. Participants can select the date and time that works best for their schedule. Register online today.
| | | UPDATE: Higgins Road Weekend Lane Reductions Begin Sept. 18 | |
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has revised its plans for upcoming road work on Higgins Road (Illinois 72) underneath I-290/Illinois 53. The previously announced full closure, planned for Sept. 11-14, will no longer take place.
Beginning Friday, Sept. 18, Higgins Road will be reduced to one lane in each direction on weekends only, from Friday evening through Monday morning. The weekend lane reductions are expected to continue for several weeks, with work anticipated to be completed by mid-October.
Drivers should expect delays, allow extra travel time, and use caution when traveling through the work zone. All schedules are subject to change, including due to weather. Visit IDOT’s website for the latest information.
| | | Fall Brush Collection Begins Sept. 14 | |
The village’s fall brush collection begins Monday, Sept. 14, providing one final collection cycle for each zone. Residents should check their scheduled collection week on the village website. No appointment is necessary.
Brush must be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. Monday of the scheduled collection week. Branches should be neatly stacked with cut ends facing the street and cannot have root material attached. Tangled or unorganized piles will not be collected.
The program is available to single-family residences only, and contractor-generated brush is not accepted. Collection may take crews up to five days to complete within each zone. For preparation guidelines and the collection schedule, visit the village website or dial 311 in Schaumburg.
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CHAT WITH 'SERENA SAYS' ON THE VILLAGE WEBSITE | |
Serena Says, the Village of Schaumburg’s virtual assistant, makes it easy to get answers and access village services anytime, day or night. Available 24/7 on the village website and by text message, Serena Says can help with common questions, village information, and more - and can connect users with village staff when additional assistance is needed.
To get started, visit the village website or text “Hello” in any language to (877) 730-8877. Serena Says will respond instantly and help guide you to the information or service you need.
Prefer speaking with someone directly? Residents can still dial 311 within Schaumburg or call (847) 895-4500 to connect with a live Customer Service Representative.
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Village President: Tom Dailly
Trustees: Brian Bieschke, Jamie Clar, Michael LaRosa, Mark Madej, Esha Patel, Jack Sullivan
Village Clerk: Jane Lentino • Village Manager: Brian Townsend
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