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the CRACKER BARREL Honoring the age-old tradition of when early German settlers of Schaumburg shared the day’s stories and news with one another while sitting around the cracker barrel. 90 NORTH DISTRICT PARK GROUNDBREAKING
On July 14, Village President Tom Dailly “This park is part of a larger greenway system the 90 North District. The new 90 North District and elected officials celebrated the start that will connect to major destinations and Park, with its edgy, urban “fold+fault” motif, of upcoming construction on the 90 amenities in the district,” President Dailly said. offers various benefits such as year-round North District Park with a groundbreaking “It will be both a neighborhood park and a recreational opportunities, a place for visitors event. Already referred to by some as the regional destination.” to spend time enjoying active and passive “Millennium Park” of the suburbs, the 12-acre The event was attended by county, state and recreation, and promotion of sustainability 90 North District Park is a primary component federal officials who showed their support through its use of special features and native in the transformation of the Motorola including Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, landscapes – all of which will drive additional Solutions campus. Village representatives Sen. Cristina Castro, and Cook County investment and development in the 90 North gathered with attendees to promote Phase 1 Commissioner Kevin Morrison as well as many District. For more information on 90 North, visit construction of the park and highlight some representatives of the business community, the website at www.90northschaumburg.com, of the recent development successes in the project supporters, and potential investors to contact Matt Frank at [email protected] surrounding area. or dial 311 in Schaumburg.
Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center Grounds, 101 Schaumburg Ct. SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 & 5, 11 A.M. - 10 P.M. Featuring: carnival, two music stages, Taste of Schaumburg, craft beer & wine, Bingo, fireworks and more! Continued on pages 11-12
For the most up-to-date information regarding village programs, services and events, visit www.schaumburg.com. 2 the CRACKER BARREL www.schaumburg.com SCHAUMBURG RECEIVES SMART 50 AWARD The Village of Schaumburg has that tracks potential repairs/issues with vehicles in which data is received a Smart 50 Award from automatically sent to fleet services so issues can be addressed. Smart Cities Connect for the An internal snow command map, which is interactive, was created village’s innovations to enhance and provides information on vehicles, drivers, route information operations and communications of and general information/statistics about the storm event. In 2019, its snow and ice program. contracted drivers began using the system so the village could ensure Smart 50 Awards, in partnership contractual obligations were being met and oversight was provided with Smart Cities Connect, Smart Cities Connect Foundation, during operations in which vendors were used. and US Ignite, annually recognize global smart cities projects, Also, in 2019, the village’s public Snow Stat map was introduced honoring the most innovative and influential work. Applicants which provides the public with near real-time insight into the location were recognized for cutting-edge projects that demonstrated of the snow removal vehicles and general information on the snow current and future municipal-scale impact and applications. event. New functionality was added in 2020, which included activity The Village of Schaumburg received the recognition for its innovation history and average clearing rate times for selected routes. In 2020, in creating a custom-developed application to manage village snow the Snow and Ice Command program was linked to the village’s asset removal operations while also providing real-time tracking via a management software so that the village can obtain data on its fleet of public accessible map called Snow Stat. equipment to assist with scheduled vehicle maintenance, depreciation The first module of the program went live in 2018 and helped the and estimates for when assets may need to be replaced. village accurately manage its fleet of vehicles during snow operations. For more information on Schaumburg’s Snow and Ice Command Since that time, several enhancements have been made. Program program, visit the village’s website at www.schaumburg.com/snow-ice, additions include GPS tracking in village vehicles to ensure safe contact John Williams at [email protected] or dial 311 driving during operations and an equipment inspection checklist in Schaumburg.
Village to Conduct Fourth Community-Wide Survey Solicitors in Schaumburg In the Village of Schaumburg, all solicitors, peddlers and vendors must obtain a permit through the village before they are allowed to solicit in Schaumburg. Solicitors are required to obtain a solicitor's license and display a solicitor's badge while working door-to-door. A list of all annually licensed solicitors in Schaumburg can be viewed on the village's website at To ensure Schaumburg continues on a path high quality schools, parks, and libraries. www.schaumburg.com/solicitorlicense. of growth and improvement, the village Other areas where the village received will seek input, opinions and feedback strong ratings were economic development, As a resident, if you are approached from its residents by conducting its fourth shopping opportunities, the quality of by a solicitor who does not have a community-wide National Community new development, and recreation and permit, please dial 911 before sharing Survey (NCS) in the fall of 2021. The survey wellness. 92% of respondents recommend any personal information so that police will be distributed to a random sample of Schaumburg as a place to live and 95% of personnel can investigate the matter 2,700 households and will ask residents respondents feel safe in their neighborhood. and confirm the situation is not a scam. Should you wish to prevent solicitors from to provide feedback on the quality and For more information on the survey and a usefulness of village services. visiting your home, you may pick up a free summary of the initiatives that the village “no solicitors” door decal by visiting the The last NCS was conducted in 2018 and has undertaken in response to previous Finance counter located in the Robert O. revealed that 93% of respondents view results, visit the village’s website at Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg the village as an excellent or good place www.schaumburg.com/ncs, contact Ct. For questions, dial 311 in Schaumburg. to live. In addition, residents said that Clayton Black at [email protected] Schaumburg offers a thriving economy, or dial 311 in Schaumburg. a positive overall appearance, and serves as a great place to raise a family thanks to 3 Fall 2021 the CRACKER BARREL SUMMIT GROVE DEVELOPMENT UPDATE Work continues on the 149 home Summit Grove subdivision located between Weathersfield Landscape and Waste Way, Plum Grove Road, Wise Road and Summit Drive, formerly owned by Township High School District 211. When completed, the development will include diverse natural Disposal Reminders areas, including wetlands, mesic prairie, rain gardens, butterfly gardens, creek areas, and woodlands. The proposed restoration and enhancement of the natural areas will include a greater diversity of native plant species which are beneficial to native animals, insects and birds. Large amounts of open space will remain on the property in the form of wetland preservation, detention ponds, a homeowners association park, and landscape areas. At the June 22 Village Board meeting, a license agreement with the Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America LLC was approved allowing for a public bike path to be built along the southern half of the adjacent Natural Gas Pipeline property, east of Summit Drive. This path will be constructed in coordination with the Summit Grove Development. Completion of the development is estimated to take place over the next 5 years. A temporary Residents are asked to keep their lawns cut sales office is located off of Summit Drive but will be relocated to the model homes when below eight inches in height. Bushes and constructed. Additional information on this development, including detailed plans, is trees also need to be maintained and cut available on the village’s website at www.schaumburg.com/d211property. For questions, back, especially near sidewalks and the front contact Marisa Krawiec at [email protected] or dial 311 in Schaumburg. entrance of your home. Leaves and grass cannot be blown or disposed of into village streets or raked into the parkways. Debris left in the street may cause stormwater to back up if leaves block and clog sewers and is a violation of the Village Code of Ordinances. For information about landscape waste storage, contact Deborah Parran at [email protected] or dial 311 in Schaumburg with any questions. As a reminder, 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 week of December. Additionally, interested residents have the option to rent a yard waste cart from Republic Services. Please see page 16 for more information.
TRUSTEE DUNHAM RECOGNIZED FOR 30 YEARS OF SERVICE At its June 22 Board meeting, the Village of Schaumburg recognized Trustee George Dunham for his 30 years of dedicated service on the Village Board. Trustee Dunham proudly and humbly accepted this recognition, which included an award plaque presented by Village President Tom Dailly. "This village has meant a lot to me and the longer I serve, the more it means," said Dunham. Trustee Dunham is the Chairperson of the Finance, Legal, Administration, General Government (FLAGG) Committee, is a member of the Public Safety Committee, and is a member of the Planning, Building, and Development (PBD) Committee. As Senior Trustee, he also chairs the quarterly Coffee with the Council meetings. The Village of Schaumburg congratulates Trustee Dunham on this well-deserved recognition and extends its gratitude for his continued service to the community. 4 the CRACKER BARREL www.schaumburg.com Embracing Schaumburg's Diversity To help foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for the public • Analyzing current interview, communication, and selection that we serve, the Village of Schaumburg has been working toward processes to ensure any potential forms of bias are addressed goals specifically related to employee recruitment, engagement, and eliminated. and retention to better reflect the village’s commitment to diversity, • Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion among current staff and equity, and inclusion. ensuring departments are cultivating a work environment where The village’s Human Resources Department is leading the employees are supported, included, and valued. efforts to address four areas in which to focus and partner Additionally, the village’s Communications and Outreach with all departments to implement enhancements and process Department is spearheading an outreach campaign to celebrate improvements. The areas include language, recruiting, selection the wide variety of immigrant populations that have played a part and culture. Key highlights of these initiatives include, but are not in Schaumburg’s success. Through this effort, staff is encouraging limited to: positive engagement amongst community members while • Recruiting employees who may speak various languages, continuing to educate audiences on diversity trends that are developing language skills already present in current employees, occurring in Schaumburg. and addressing service delivery gaps to the community by All village departments are part of this important effort to advance the identifying priority languages that may be needed. mission of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. For more • Creating inclusive marketing materials that are broad and will information, contact Ann Everhart at [email protected] or attract diverse candidates for all recruitment efforts. dial 311 in Schaumburg. PUBLIC SAFETY Medical Reserve Corps The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a partner program of Citizen Corps, a national network of volunteers dedicated to ensuring homeland security. MRC units are community-based and function as a way to locally organize and utilize volunteers with an interest in public health and emergency preparedness activities. Volunteers supplement existing local emergency and public health resources. MRC’s include medical and public health professionals as well as other community members from all walks of life. The Village of Schaumburg maintains its own MRC. During the pandemic, volunteers enhanced the health and safety of many residents by staffing vaccine clinics as well as packing and delivering public health and emergency preparedness information with the food to the seniors in the village. public. Look for the MRC at Septemberfest and the Public Safety Open In June, educators from the non-profit organization Liv4Lali delivered House in October. If you are interested in volunteering for the village's a presentation to MRC volunteers to enhance their awareness of opioid MRC, visit the village's website at www.schaumburg.com/mrc. For abuse and overdose and how to assist affected individuals and families. questions, contact Kathy Henkelman at [email protected] Educational opportunities like this allow the MRC to share important or dial 311 in Schaumburg. DISPOSE OF SMOKE DETECTORS PROPERLY Two common types of smoke detectors are found in residential label on the back of the detector. Proper disposal of ionization units homes: ionization and photoelectric detectors. Ionization smoke is required. For this reason, smoke detectors containing radioactive detectors contain a very small amount of radioactive material known material should be returned to the manufacturer for disposal. For as Americium 241. Even though the amount of radioactive material more information, visit the United States Postal Service website contained is minor and does not pose a risk to human health, these at https://bit.ly/3wAhQgg. For questions, contact Michael Rons at detectors should not be disposed of in regular trash. If your detector [email protected] or dial 311 in Schaumburg. contains radioactive material, it is required by law to have a warning 5 Fall 2021 the CRACKER BARREL
SCHOOL ZONE AND SCHOOL BUS SAFETY When schools are in session, more children are in neighborhoods walking or bicycling to school and getting on and off school buses, often unaware of their surroundings. The Schaumburg Police Department would like to remind motorists to slow down and pay extra attention when children are present – especially before and after school. Safety precautions: • Do not block the crosswalk when stopped at a red light, stop sign or when waiting to make a turn. • In a school zone when there are flashing lights, reduce your speed, stop and yield to pedestrians crossing the crosswalk or intersection. • Always stop for a crossing guard. • Never pass a vehicle stopped for pedestrians. • Remain alert as you back out of a driveway or drive through a neighborhood, school zone or bus stop. • Slow down and watch for people walking in the street, especially • Red flashing lights and an extended stop arm means stop. All if there are no sidewalks in the neighborhood. traffic on the roadway, unless the roadway is divided by a raised • Watch for children playing and congregating near bus stops or center median, is required to stop for a school bus. Remain street corners. stopped until the red lights stop flashing, the extended stop arm is School drop off and pick up: withdrawn, and the bus begins moving. • Know and follow your school's specific procedures. • The 10 foot area around a school bus is the most dangerous for • Do not load or unload children across the street from the school children; stop far enough back to allow them space to safely enter or in unsafe areas. and exit the bus. • Carpool to reduce the number of vehicles. By taking basic precautions and being aware of one’s School bus rules: surroundings, you can help reduce the likelihood of an unnecessary collision. For more information, contact Sgt. Elliot • Yellow flashing lights on a school bus mean slow down because Rose at [email protected] or dial 311 in Schaumburg. the bus is preparing to stop.
Citizen Police Academy Returns This September The Schaumburg Police Department is pleased to announce the officer, conducting a mock traffic stop, and the opportunity to ask return of its popular Citizen Police Academy (CPA) this September. questions of police personnel. For more information and to apply, visit The CPA provides the opportunity for members of the community the village’s website at www.schaumburg.com/cpa, email Paula Diaz to meet and interact with members of the Schaumburg Police at [email protected] or dial 311 in Schaumburg. Department on a personal level. Typically, two sessions are held each year – one in the spring and one in the fall. Each CPA session meets once a week for 10 weeks with classes held from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings. Participants must attend 75% of the sessions to be eligible for graduation and to join the Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association of Schaumburg. Schaumburg residents and employees of Schaumburg businesses, ages 18 and older, are eligible to participate. Interactive sessions offer an inside look at the police department functions. Highlights include a patrol ride-along with an on-duty 6 the CRACKER BARREL www.schaumburg.com
SCHAUMBURG FIRE DEPARTMENT TRAINING The Schaumburg Fire Department's Training Division is organized to provide in-service training and education to all Schaumburg firefighters. This division aims to provide up-to-date and relevant training and education to improve operational effectiveness and increase the safety of personnel and the public. All newly appointed candidate firefighters must attend an approved 9-week fire academy encompassing more than 360 hours of classroom, hands-on, and live burn training. Upon successful completion of the fire academy, each new candidate firefighter is assigned a task book that must be completed within their first year under the direction of a Fire Lieutenant that includes another 480 hours of required training to complete their probationary period. All Schaumburg firefighters are then required to train in the following areas annually: officer development, driver/operator training, essential job tasks, physical fitness, hands-on firefighting, hazardous materials training, technical rescue training, and live burn training. The Schaumburg Fire Department also maintains several specialty units in specific disciplines of emergency response. These include a Fire Investigation Team, a Hazardous Materials Response Team, a Technical Rescue Team, and a Dive/Water Rescue Team. These teams draw membership from shift and staff personnel who have attained special training and certifications achieved through the Illinois State Fire Marshal. These highly trained personnel must complete an additional 25 hours of annual training for each discipline. In total, the Schaumburg Fire Department logs an average of more than 4,500 training hours per month.
• Fuels shall be limited to unpainted, clean, seasoned, dry wood and manufactured logs, propane or other similar gases. • All fires must be maintained in such a manner as to minimize the generation of smoke. • All fires are prohibited between the hours of 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. In addition, fires shall not burn for more than a total of six hours in any 24 hour period of time. • Recreational fires shall be constantly attended by a person over the age of 18, until the fire is extinguished. • A minimum of one portable fire extinguisher or other approved onsite fire-extinguishing material, such as dirt, sand, water, or a garden hose shall be available when any fire pit is in use. Fire Pit Reminders Following the use of a fire pit, please be sure to properly dispose of any ashes and coals. Ashes and coals can take over 24 hours to Many residents enjoy using fire pits while spending time outdoors. completely cool and if discarded into a plastic or paper receptacle The Village of Schaumburg has regulations in place to ensure fire too soon, they can start a fire. The Schaumburg Fire Department pits are used safely: advises residents to let hot ashes and coals cool completely in the • A permit is required for the installation of a permanent fire pit. fire pit before transferring to a metal container (placed away from • Portable fire pits must be located on a non-combustible, hard, anything that can burn) and dousing them with water. level surface such as concrete, paver bricks, or asphalt. If you have concerns that a fire pit is being used in violation of the • All fire pits (when in use) shall be located a minimum of 15 feet Village Code, dial 911 immediately. For more information on fire pit from buildings, combustible structures (i.e. garages, sheds, regulations and safety, contact Michael Rons at playhouses, wood decks), and property lines. The fire pit's [email protected] or dial 311 in Schaumburg. diameter shall not exceed 36 inches. 7 Fall 2021 the CRACKER BARREL
BUSINESS & DEVELOPMENT
New Businesses Kiddie Academy EggMania Groundbreaking Ceremony 1133-1135 N. Salem Dr. Kiddie Academy hosted a groundbreaking (630) 283-3447 ceremony to celebrate the beginning of www.eggmania.com construction on its new early learning center at 1121 E. Higgins Rd. Kiddie Academy is Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen a franchised and nationally recognized 1430 E. Algonquin Rd. educational child care center with more than (630) 283-2010 270 locations nationwide. Once completed, www.popeyes.com the new Schaumburg location will feature Selfie WRLD a ZONO sanitizing machine, a 7,000 square 601 N. Martingale Rd. #340 foot playground with turf, state-of-the-art (847) 278-7684 equipment and riding track, a WatchMeGrow www.selfiewrldschaumburg.com camera system, full kitchen staff and more. Construction on the project is anticipated Signature Gymnastics Academy to be completed in early 2022. For more 2246 Palmer Dr. #107 information, visit the Kiddie Academy’s (847) 975-3062 website at www.kiddieacademy.com. www.signaturegymnastics.com
U.S. Waterproofing 81 Remington Rd. (888) 733-7243 www.uswaterproofing.com Waroeng 2217 W. Schaumburg Rd. (833) 927-6364 https://bit.ly/3i7PdBO Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago Recognized Xtra Mile Running 31 W. Schaumburg Rd. On June 21, representatives from the (847) 252-9155 Japanese Chamber of Commerce and www.xtramilerunning.com Industry of Chicago (JCCC) were kind enough to donate bento lunch boxes COMING SOON to the Schaumburg Police Department. Executive Director Tetsuro Mitani along Carvana with U.S./Japan Relations Committee 1717 Penny Ln. Chair and President of White Cube LLC Tak www.carvana.com O'Haru, and Jun Okubo of CDH were on Physicians Immediate Care hand to deliver the lunches. 405 W. Golf Rd. A ceremony was also held, where Village www.physiciansimmediatecare.com President Tom Dailly presented Mr. companies account for more than 46,000 Burrito Parrilla Mexicana O’Haru with a plaque from the Village of jobs statewide. Additionally, 93% of total 720 E. Higgins Rd. Schaumburg congratulating the JCCC on employment by Japanese businesses is in the www.burritopm.com 55 years of support for the Japanese and manufacturing field. American business communities. The Crazy Corn La Michoacana For more information on the Japanese 1073 N. Salem Dr. Schaumburg is home to nearly 50 of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of 732 Japanese companies in Illinois. These Chicago, visit www.jccc-chi.org. 8 the CRACKER BARREL www.schaumburg.com
GETTING AROUND TOWN
CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS Woodfield Trolley Service Resumes Veterans Gateway Park Summit Drive Resurfacing The Village of Schaumburg’s free Woodfield Trolley is now operating a Friday, Saturday and Veterans Gateway Park concrete and electrical The project has been split into two sections, Sunday schedule. improvements continue and include the Wise Road to Weathersfield Way and removal and replacement of concrete where Weathersfield Way to Schaumburg Road. Summer service hours include: warranted, restoration of metal handrails and Resurfacing improvements between Wise Fridays: Noon - 9 p.m. trellises, constructing a new electrical supply for Road and Weathersfield Way are expected (running every 30 minutes) the area, and new lighting for the flag poles and to begin later this month and should be Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. clock tower. During construction, the Veterans complete this November. Improvements (running every 20 minutes) Gateway Park area will be closed to the public. south of Weathersfield Way include roadway Sundays: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. All surrounding businesses will remain fully resurfacing, selective curb and sidewalk (running every 30 minutes) accessible. The project is expected to be replacement, pavement striping to include complete by November. For questions, contact on-street parking on one side of the street, In alignment with CDC and IDPH health Caty Ward at [email protected] or dial and an on-street bike lane on the opposite guidance, at the time of publication, all riders, 311 in Schaumburg. side of the street. Improvements between regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear a face covering while aboard the vehicle. Algonquin and Meacham Roads Weathersfield Way and Schaumburg Road will be performed in 2022. For questions, contact Intersection improvements continue at Offered in partnership with Pace Suburban Anna Kesler at [email protected] or Algonquin and Meacham roads to increase Bus, the Woodfield Trolley provides convenient dial 311 in Schaumburg. capacity and traffic flow in the area. front door service to various destinations in Improvements include nearly one mile Weathersfield Way Resurfacing the village including Woodfield Mall, Streets of widening on Algonquin Road, adding Resurfacing work on Weatherfield Way, from of Woodfield, Woodfield Village Green, IKEA, a second right turn lane on eastbound Braintree Drive to Salem Drive, is expected and the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Algonquin Road to southbound Meacham to begin later this month and should be Center Hotel. Road, and a third eastbound lane on Algonquin complete this November. Improvements The village’s trolleys feature attractive modern Road east of Meacham Road. Continuing include roadway resurfacing, selective curb amenities, like WiFi, low profile floor ramps through fall, traffic will be shifted to the outside and sidewalk replacement, a multi-use for easier accessibility, full security camera lanes of Algonquin and Meacham roads as pedestrian path on the north side of the systems, and modern GPS and Intelligent Bus stage two of a four-stage traffic control plan roadway, minor drainage improvements, and System (IBS) technology. continues. For questions, contact Cliff Ganek pavement striping. For questions, contact The village continues to monitor ridership at [email protected] or dial 311 Anna Kesler at [email protected] or activity on the trolley and, as long as conditions in Schaumburg. dial 311 in Schaumburg. improve, intends to expand service on Nov. 26 Midblock Pedestrian Crossing National Parkway Reconstruction for the holiday season. Enhancements The project kicks off phase one of a three- For up-to-date service information, visit the Improvements are expected to begin this fall phase corridor improvement plan along village's website at to upgrade six midblock crossings throughout National Parkway from Higgins Road to www.schaumburg.com/woodfieldtrolleyor the village. Locations were identified during a Golf Road. The middle portion began in call the Trolley Hotline at (847) 923-3880, For 2019 village-wide assessment that included July and should be complete by November. questions, contact David Powe at pedestrian volume, proximity to schools Improvements include full pavement [email protected] or dial 311 and/or parks and existing conditions. reconstruction, drainage improvements, in Schaumburg. Improvements include sidewalk ramp roadway lighting replacement, and bike upgrades, solar-powered flashing beacons, path and sidewalk replacement. The section new signage, and enhanced crosswalks. The south of Woodfield Road is expected to project will improve pedestrian safety and begin in 2022 and the north section in visibility. All locations are expected to be 2023. For questions, contact Anna Kesler at complete by November. For questions, contact [email protected] or dial 311 Cliff Ganek at [email protected] or dial in Schaumburg. 311 in Schaumburg. 9 Fall 2021 the CRACKER BARREL
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Engineering and Public Works Drawing Contest Winners In June, winners of the Village of Schaumburg's Engineering and Public Works Department (EPW) drawing contest, were recognized by the village. The contest asked young artists, grades K-8, to draw a picture as a way of thanking the village’s EPW staff for continuing to provide essential services to the community. Of the many submissions received, the artwork of three students was selected: Ava Bohannon, Grade 2 (who graciously donated her personalized street sign prize to her brother Evan), Eleanor Cerne, Grade 4, and Charlotte Kattner, Grade 6. In addition to recognition at their home by EPW staff, the artists had the chance to get up close and personal with some of the department's heavy-duty trucks and equipment. Each student also received a personalized street sign from the village and had their artwork framed by The Great Frame Up, 1696 W. Wise Road. The village thanks and acknowledges Kevin Pietro of The Great Frame Up for generously providing his framing services. Congratulations to the winners and thank you to all who participated!
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD At its July 27 meeting, Schaumburg's Village Board recognized Tarah Galloway with the Outstanding Citizen Award for bravely rendering assistance to an individual in great distress. Galloway, a long-time Schaumburg resident and owner of a private practice offering counseling and coaching services, was in a session with a patient who expressed suicidal intentions. Believing that her patient needed immediate medical and mental health attention, Galloway called 911. As the individual became more distraught and began to walk out of the office, she did everything she could to safely contain her patient until emergency services arrived. For approximately 5 minutes, she physically restrained and attempted to calm the patient down until police and first responders arrived on scene to render assistance. If not for her courageous actions, this incident could have resulted in a much different outcome. The village salutes Tarah Galloway on her heroic actions. 10 the CRACKER BARREL www.schaumburg.com
Schaumburg Supports Guard and Reserve Employees at Signing Ceremony The Village of Schaumburg was honored to participate in a Virtual Signing Ceremony with the Illinois Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) as a symbol of the village’s ongoing commitment to those employees who have active roles in the military. The ceremony included the formal signing of the letter of support for the guard and reserve by Village President Tom Dailly with three village employees, Jeff Edgar, Walker Steinke and Bill Sadlick, who are current service members, in attendance to witness the signing. “We are thankful for their service and sacrifices made in protecting our community, our state and our nation,” said President Dailly. “It their employees who also serve in the National Guard and Reserve. is important that we make sure our veterans, reservists and guard The organization works through volunteers conducting outreach members feel appreciated and valued for their courage, dedication and other initiatives to recognize employers whose policies support and strong work ethic.” or encourage military service. Village employees Walker Steinke and Bill Sadlick both nominated The village demonstrates its support of veterans, those transitioning their supervisors for the Patriot Award, which recognizes the from active military duty, and Reserve and Guard personnel. In individual supervisor and the organization’s support of guard and addition to the support and commitment shown in efforts with reserve employees. ESGR, the village is expanding its abilities to attract veteran and Illinois ESGR is one of 54 ESGR State Committees nationwide active military candidates, to support and recognize those with prior working with a common purpose - to promote a culture in which and current military service, and to position the village effectively as all American employers support and value the military service of a “military friendly” employer. BIKE MONTH WINNERS The village celebrated Bike Month in June with a variety of activities and events, including a team and individual bicycle challenge. The Business Bike Classic, a team bicycle challenge between employees of businesses and organizations located in Schaumburg, returned for its third year. In all, 20 teams from 10 area businesses and organizations participated including 520 Machinery, The American Society of Anesthesiologists, Bisco, Inc., Illinois Department of Classic Cycling of Zurich North America Transportation, MV Transportation, Inc., Nova Fire Protection, Paylocity, Rittal North America, LLC, Village of Schaumburg, and Zurich North America. The total mileage of all teams combined was more than 22,000 miles. This year’s winning team was Classic Cycling of Zurich North America that biked 3,592 miles. Team members included Nate Solomon, Adrian Zalewski, Tim Adams and Sam Goodman (pictured left to right). The Discover Schaumburg by Bike Photo Challenge, which encouraged community members to visit a variety of Schaumburg destinations by Tom Messerges bike and take a bike-themed photo, returned for its second year. The winners of the challenge were Tom Messerges and Karen Pautsch. They both visited a total of 30 Schaumburg destinations throughout the month including restaurants, parks and other popular locations. The Village of Schaumburg congratulates the Bike Month winners and extends its thanks to all Bike Month participants and sponsors including Ala Carte Entertainment, El Mero Mero, Green Joe Coffee, Lou Malnati's, Menchie's Frozen Yogurt, Napoli Per Tutti, Phat Phat, Raising Cane's, Schaumburg Park District and Topgolf. Karen Pautsch Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center Grounds 101 Schaumburg Ct.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 & 5 11 A.M. - 10 P.M.
MILLER LITE MAIN STAGE
Saturday, Sept. 4, 8:30 P.M. Sunday, Sept. 5, 8:30 P.M. REBEL REBEL GREAT WHITE THE MANY LIVES OF DAVID BOWIE FEATURING:
Miller Lite Main Stage Taste of Local Stage Carnival Fireworks Saturday & Sunday, Schaumburg/ 11 A.M - 10 P.M. All day, both days! Sunday, 10 P.M. 4:30 P.M. - 10 P.M. Craft Beer & Wine
Also: Bingo, pony rides, strolling entertainment & more! Convenient Park & Ride shuttle buses from Schaumburg & Conant High Schools and Jane Addams Junior High School Free admission to all musical acts www.septemberfest.org Septemberfest Hotline: (847) 923-3636 www.facebook.com/schaumburgseptemberfest SCHAUMBURG RD.
MUSIC STAGE
SHUTTLE BUSES & RIDE SHARES LOCAL INFORMATION & FIRST AID
SUMMIT DR. RESTROOMS
ADA PARKING
BIKE RACKS
AL LARSON PRAIRIE CENTER FOR THE ARTS POLICE COMMAND RIDES & GAMES LOST & FOUND TASTE OF SCHAUMBURG
CRAFT BEER & WINE
MAIN SPONSOR BOOTHS
BINGO
TASTE OF SCHAUMBURG
CRAFT BREWS, BEER & WINE
MANY THANKS TO THE SEPTEMBERFEST COMMITTEE, FEST VOLUNTEERS AND SPONSORS! www.septemberfest.org Septemberfest Hotline: (847) 923-3636 The fest will follow all current CDC and IDPH guidelines and restrictions. For www.facebook.com/schaumburgseptemberfest more information, visit www.septemberfest.org prior to attending the fest. 13 Fall 2021 the CRACKER BARREL PRAIRIE CENTER PROGRAMS
HOLIDAY PERFORMANCES, YOUTH PROGRAMS AND MORE The Prairie Center welcomes back patrons and artists as it reopens to the public. The Nutcracker Schaumburg Youth Orchestra A beloved family tradition returns to the Prairie Center with the Schaumburg Dance Ensemble’s production of The Nutcracker, starting Friday, Dec. 3 for 10 performances over two weekends. Lisa Sheppard, who has been on the Nutcracker’s staff of directors for 10 years, takes the helm as Artistic Director after the retirement of Michele Holzman, who has directed Schaumburg’s Nutcracker since its debut in 1995. Sheppard is joined by Co-Artistic Kevan Kosobayashi Amanda Martin Director Alberto Arias and Ballet Mistress Amy Rose. The award-winning Schaumburg Youth Orchestra (SYO) will begin its 32nd season in the fall with two new directors. Kevan Kosobayashi was named Director of the SYO’s advanced For tickets and more information, visit the Schaumburg Youth Symphony Orchestra, succeeding founding director Joseph Malmquist, Prairie Center's website at who retired in 2020. Kosobayashi is an orchestra teacher at Neuqua Valley High School in www.prairiecenter.org or call the box Naperville. He has also taught in High School Districts 211 and 214 and the American School office at (847) 895-3600. in Tokyo, Japan. Kosobayashi received his Bachelor of Music degree from Northwestern University, where he was the recipient of both the Elsie Ekstein Prize and George Patterson Owen Award and was selected for membership in Pi Kappa Lambda, the national honorary music fraternity. Also joining the program is Amanda Martin, directing the entry-level Schaumburg Youth String Ensemble, filling the position left vacant by Dung Pham, who left to concentrate on her work as Music Department Chair at Palatine High School. Martin has been the orchestra director at Eisenhower Jr. High School in District 54 for the past 10 years. Martin, an accomplished violist, also performs in the Class Notes String Trio with two of her former orchestra educators. For audition information, visit www.schaumburgyouthorchestra.org, email [email protected] or call (847) 895-3600. Schaumburg Youth Choir Choir directors Tim Koll, Sarah Inendino, and Erin Kozakis return to lead three performing vocal ensembles beginning this fall. The Schaumburg Youth Choir (SYC) is open to students in elementary school grades 3 and up, junior high, high school and college. The choir performs winter and the community. For audition information, visit spring concerts at the Prairie Center and www.schaumburgyouthchoir.org, email participates in special events throughout [email protected] or call (847) 895-3600. A New Season at the Prairie Center The Prairie Center will present its 2021-22 season of arts and entertainment starting this fall, featuring national musical artists, dance companies, and other nationally acclaimed acts. For tickets and more information, visit the Prairie Center's website at www.prairiecenter.org or call the box office at (847) 895-3600. 14 the CRACKER BARREL www.schaumburg.com
NEWS BRIEFS
STAY CONNECTED Participate in the Fall Cost Share Reforestation Program WITH OUR PROGRESS The Village of Schaumburg will continue the Stay connected with the Village of process of replacing Ash trees through its Schaumburg to receive the latest ongoing Cost Share reforestation planting news and updates on progress in the program this fall. The village is offering community. Consider signing up for a Cost Share option to any resident who one of the village’s seven e-newsletters wishes to have their tree planted sooner to obtain information on important than what is otherwise scheduled. To take Species and pricing can be found on the news, services, programs, events, advantage of this program, participants village’s website at and developments happening in should create a Customer Service Request www.schaumburg.com/costsharetree. Schaumburg. To subscribe, visit the or dial 311 to request participation in the Payment for the Cost Share Program should village’s website at Fall 2021 program. The resident shall pay be made through the village’s online WebPay www.schaumburg.com/e-newsletters. a percentage of the replacement cost for system or they can be submitted at the Be sure to follow the village on its an approximately 2-inch diameter tree. Finance counter at the Robert O. Atcher various social media platforms including Participants will receive a letter in the mail Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Ct. For Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and requesting their first and second selections questions, contact Justin Briski at Nextdoor to access up-to-date village when ordering trees to increase the chances [email protected] or dial 311 information, including emergency that a tree of your choice will be available. in Schaumburg. incidents, village programs, and events. For more information on how to stay connected with the village, visit DOG WALKING, PET SAFETY TIPS www.schaumburg.com/communications, With summer temperatures heating up, it contact Jason Pawlowski at is not cool to leave a dog in a hot car. On a [email protected] or dial 311 sunny day where the outside temperature is in Schaumburg. 80-85 degrees, it only takes 10 minutes for temperatures inside a vehicle to reach 100 CARES Act Rent/Utility degrees, even with the windows cracked. If you see a dog left inside a vehicle on a hot Assistance Program day, dial 911 to report it. The Village of Schaumburg has received Also as a reminder, dog owners are required Community Development Block Grant to keep their dogs on a leash that is securely neighborhoods and public areas by picking (CDBG) funds through the CARES Act fastened to a collar or harness. The overall up and appropriately disposing of any dog from the U.S. Department of Housing length of the leash including the handle is waste. For more information on Schaumburg's and Urban Development and is using not to exceed six feet; owners are required Animal Control services, contact Debbie this funding for a Rent and Utility to control their animals at all times and are Diamond at [email protected] or Assistance Program to assist Schaumburg encouraged to respect private property dial 311 in Schaumburg. residents experiencing a temporary boundaries. Please be respectful of our economic hardship due to the pandemic. Eligible applicants must meet income Schaumburg Barn Senior Nutrition Program qualifications and other program The in-person senior nutrition program at the Schaumburg Barn, 231 S. Civic Dr., has resumed criteria. Payments are made directly to and all curbside/delivery food options have been discontinued. Due to state regulations set by the the landlord and/or utility company. Illinois Department of Aging at the time of publication, face coverings and 6 feet of social distancing Applications will be reviewed on a first- are required for all attendees regardless of vaccination status. Capacity has also been reduced to come, first-serve basis until all funds have approximately 20 participants at a time. Two daily lunch seatings are now offered Monday through been spent. For more information, visit Friday from 10:30 a.m. to noon and from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations are required. Senior the village's website at participants should contact Caitlin Wilson at (847) 524-7496 to RSVP. The restrictions do not apply to www.schaumburg.com/caresact or dial other programming at The Barn such as the Older Adult Community Market. For more information 311 in Schaumburg to be connected with a on senior programming, visit the village’s website at www.schaumburg.com/thebarn, contact Kathy social worker. For questions, contact Kristin Henkelman at [email protected] or dial 311 in Schaumburg. Jordan at [email protected]. 15 Fall 2021 the CRACKER BARREL
ANNUAL WATER QUALITY REPORT The Village of Schaumburg is proud to provide residents with its water health standards. The village's system vigilantly safeguards its annual water quality report, which includes drinking water facts and drinking water supply and we are able to report that the village had no information on violations (if applicable) and contaminants detected in violation of a contaminant level or of any other water quality standard in the drinking water supply. This report covers water tested from the previous year. As new challenges to drinking water safety emerge, January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. the village will remain committed to conservation and community The village is dedicated to providing the highest quality drinking water education, while continuing to serve the needs of all water users. The to its customers in the most reliable and professional manner. This complete report is available on the village's website at year, as in years past, the Village of Schaumburg's drinking water met www.schaumburg.com/waterreport. For questions, contact Brian all United States Environmental Protection Agency and state drinking Wagner at [email protected] or dial 311 in Schaumburg.
UPCOMING EVENTS: AUGUST - NOVEMBER
Information for upcoming events is tentative and subject to change. Please visit the village’s website at www.schaumburg.com and the Prairie Center’s website at www.prairiecenter.org for the most up-to-date event information or dial 311 in Schaumburg. AUGUST OCTOBER NOVEMBER 24 11 COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE VETERANS DAY CEREMONY The Barn Veterans Gateway Park www.schaumburg.com/blooddrives
Upcoming Senior 2 Meetings and Programs SEPTEMBER PUBLIC SAFETY OPEN HOUSE The Village of Schaumburg’s Committee on Public Safety Campus 4-5 Aging invites the public to attend a variety 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. SEPTEMBERFEST of meetings and programs tailored to Municipal Center Grounds Schaumburg seniors. www.septemberfest.org 9 RECYCLING EVENT • Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) 11 Wintrust Field Parking Lot presentation – 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14. Visit the website listed below for SEPT. 11 REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY 9 a.m. to noon additional dates. Public Safety Campus (Community-wide drive-up event.) www.schaumburg.com/recyclingevent • Bingo – 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 13.
26 All programs will be held at the Township of COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Schaumburg Senior Center, 1 Illinois Blvd., The Barn Hoffman Estates. For more information or www.schaumburg.com/blooddrives to register for one of the programs, visit the Township’s website at 29 www.schaumburgtownship.org or call the 18 FINAL DAY OF THE WEEKLY SCHAUMBURG Senior Center at (847) 884-0030. HOPS & PROPS – 21+ FARMERS MARKET Schaumburg Regional Airport Town Square 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. www.schaumburg.com/farmersmarket ST • IN RU TE T G • R E IT C I Y Village of Schaumburg V • PRESORTED STANDARD
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Main Municipal Facilities Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am - 5pm Municipal Center VILLAGE MEETINGS Family Counseling Center 101 Schaumburg Court Since 1975, the village’s Family Counseling (847) 895-4500 UPDATE Center (FCC), 17 E. Schaumburg Rd., has Police Administration served thousands of Schaumburg residents 1000 W. Schaumburg Road with family, individual, marital, pre-marital (847) 882-3586 and couples therapy. All services are offered at highly affordable rates, and fees are Fire Administration determined based on each individual's 1601 N. Roselle Road financial situation. The FCC also offers a free (847) 885-6300 prescription pain pill and opioid support Engineering & Public Works group that meets on the first Monday of every 714 S. Plum Grove Road month at 8 p.m. For more information, visit (847) 895-7100 the village’s website at In July, all Schaumburg Village Board meetings Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts www.schaumburg.com/fcc or contact Kristin returned to an in-person format only and no Jordan at [email protected]. To 201 Schaumburg Court longer offer a remote participation option via (847) 895-3600 schedule an appointment, call the center Zoom for the general public. Village Board directly at (847) 524-1505. Family Counseling Center meetings will continue to be webcast via the 17 E. Schaumburg Road village's YouTube channel. (847) 524-1505 Brush and Yard Waste The village's quarterly Coffee with the Council The Barn will also discontinue remote participation via Reminders (Schaumburg Senior Center) Zoom, beginning with the Aug. 14 meeting, As a reminder, smaller brush and yard waste 231 S. Civic Drive and will again be hosted in the Community should be placed into biodegradable yard (847) 524-7496 Room at the Schaumburg Police Department, waste paper bags not to exceed 30 gallons in Nursing & Senior Services 1000 W. Schaumburg Rd. Coffee with the capacity or 50 pounds in weight. Residents 746 E. Schaumburg Road Council is open to all residents and provides should not place yard waste into their own (847) 923-3766 an opportunity for individuals to engage containers as Republic Services will not collect with village board members about topics of yard waste from them. If residents want to use interest in the community. a container for yard waste, Republic Services offers rentals of a yard waste cart for $36 VILLAGE PRESIDENT - Tom Dailly Face coverings will continue to be optional for vaccinated individuals and required for per year and a one-time delivery charge of TRUSTEES - Brian Bieschke, Jamie Clar, unvaccinated individuals when attending $30. Please call (847) 981-1431 for cart rental George Dunham, Frank Kozak, meetings in village facilities. For more information. For more information about yard Mark Madej, Jack Sullivan information on meeting times, dates and waste and brush collection, including larger agenda topics for Village Board and other brush disposal, visit the village's website at VILLAGE CLERK - Marilyn Karr standing committees, view the calendar on the www.schaumburg.com/brush, contact Laurie Walter at [email protected] or dial 311 VILLAGE MANAGER - Brian Townsend village's website at www.schaumburg.com or dial 311 in Schaumburg. in Schaumburg.
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