Schaumburg Progress Report for August 20, 2021

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By 'Village of Schaumburg' via news dupagepolicyjournal

Aug 20, 2021

DuPage Policy Journal issued the following announcement on Aug. 20

ADDITIONAL BRUSH COLLECTION ADDED NEXT WEEK

To accommodate residents whose regularly scheduled brush pickup had already passed prior to last week’s storms, the Village of Schaumburg's Engineering and Public Works Department has added an additional collection week to its summer brush collection schedule the week of August 23 for the purple and red collection zones. Brush from the blue, yellow and orange zones will be collected on their regular scheduled dates in September. For more information, please refer to the map on the village's website for your neighborhood's collection zone indicated by color.

As a reminder, before placing brush at the curb please adhere to the following preparation guidelines:

Brush must be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. on the Monday of your scheduled week.
Branches are to be neatly placed curbside with the cut ends toward the street.
Only branches from trees and bushes (up to eight inches in diameter at the cut end) will be eligible for pick up.
Branches may be any length, though the ends must be cleanly cut with no attached root systems.
Brush pick up at any one residence will be limited to approximately 100 square feet of front area along the parkway (approximately 6' high by 17' long).

For more information or additional questions, please dial 311 in Schaumburg.

DONATE BLOOD AT COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE AUGUST 24

The Village of Schaumburg encourages the public to participate in the next Community Blood Drive that will take place from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 24 at The Barn, 231 S. Civic Drive.

Interested blood donor participants should call (877) 25VITAL (877-258-4825) or register online on Vitalant's website and use 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. Safe social distancing measures will be in place. If you are feeling unwell, please stay home.

Participating donors will receive a coupon for a pint of Culver’s frozen custard as well as a pair of Schaumburg Boomers tickets and will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of four $25 Pilot Pete’s gift cards.

Schaumburg partners with Vitalant to offer five blood drives a year for the community to help with blood donation. For more information about the village’s community blood drives, please visit the village's website, dial 311 in the village, or call the Nursing Division at (847) 923-3767.

SCHOOL ZONE AND SCHOOL BUS SAFETY REMINDERS

With schools now 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. The following are some safety reminders:

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 school zone or bus stop.
Slow down and watch for people walking in the street, especially if there are no sidewalks.
Watch for children playing and congregating near bus stops or street corners.
Yellow flashing lights on a school bus mean slow down as the bus is preparing to stop.
Red flashing lights and an extended stop arm means stop. All traffic on the roadway, unless the roadway is divided by a raised center median, is required to stop for a school bus. Remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing, the extended stop arm is withdrawn, and the bus begins moving.
The 10 foot area around a school bus is the most dangerous for children; stop far enough back to allow them space to safely enter and exit the bus.

MEET CHICAGO NORTHWEST HOTEL SUMMIT RECAP

Matt Frank, Director of Economic Development, presented at Meet Chicago Northwest’s Hotel Summit 2021 on August 12. Over 40 hotel sales directors and general managers were in attendance to learn the latest on developments in the northwest suburbs. Schaumburg continues to see new development and growth with Costco Logistics, Road Ranger, Shabu-You and X-Golf all expected to open soon. These developments will add demand and amenities for Schaumburg’s hotels.

The leisure market has picked up significantly with weddings, vacations and other activities helping to boost hotel’s average daily rates and occupancy levels. The corporate market is still sluggish as the pandemic has limited business travel. The hotel market is anticipated to fully recover by 2024. In order to ensure Schaumburg’s 30 hotels remain a safe place, the Village Board recently approved an ordinance to require participation in the Village’s Safe Hotel Program and other security measures to help reduce calls for service activity.

PROGRESS NOTES

Rotary Club of Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates Honored

West Suburban Philanthropic Network named the Rotary Club of Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates the Community Organization of the Year for its tireless quest to promote economic development, minimize poverty, and elevate the lives of all citizens in the communities it serves. Through the club’s scholarship programs, it has helped to lift up the unemployed and underemployed. During Rotary year 20-21, the club awarded more than $100,000 to support the educational pursuits of 50+ students. The club sustains this level of giving to its communities through the generosity and support of its many loyal followers who continually sponsor its fundraising initiatives. To learn more about the club, visit their website.

Schweikher House Hosts Live Music on the Lawn August 27

Schweikher House, 645 Meacham Road, is hosting an evening of live music with Devin Wessels & Mail Order Cowboy on Friday, August 27. For just $20 per person, guests can bring their chairs, blankets, coolers (BYOB) and snacks to the historic Schweikher House and enjoy some Friday night music on the lawn. Attendees are encouraged to arrive between 6-6:30 p.m., explore the grounds, safely socialize, set up their chairs, enjoy a beverage, get comfortable and get ready to experience live music. Devin Wessels & Mail Order Cowboy will play from 6:30-7:30 p.m. For tickets and additional information, please visit the Schweikher House website.

New 1-Day Electronic Liquor License Application Process

The Village of Schaumburg has launched a new electronic 1-Day Liquor License application process that will be more convenient for applicants to request licenses. Applicants can now submit their application and documentation to the Liquor Commissioner's Office online. If the application is approved, the applicant will receive an email with a link to complete their payment via WebPay. Once the payment is submitted and processed, the applicant will then receive an email with a PDF copy of the 1-Day Liquor License as well as a PDF copy of their completed, signed application. For more information and to access a step-by-step guide, please visit the village’s website.

'Fight the Bite' to Prevent West Nile Virus During Summer Months

Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) officials remind residents to Fight the Bite and protect against West Nile virus (WNV) during the summer months. Prevention is the most effective way to protect yourself and your family from becoming infected with WNV. The most effective way to prevent WNV is to practice the 3 R’s: Remove standing water around your home including pet water bowls, flower pot saucers, rain gutters and bird baths; Repel mosquitoes when outdoors by applying insect repellent with DEET; and Repair or replace torn screens on doors and windows. For the latest updates, please visit the CCDPH website.

FALL ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

New roadway improvement projects are set to begin on Summit Drive and Weathersfield Way in September. In the following video, Director of Communications and Outreach Allison Albrecht provides an overview of these and other fall construction projects coming to the village.

PARK & RIDE SHUTTLE SERVICE FOR SEPTEMBERFEST SEPT. 4-5

Celebrating 50 years in Schaumburg, Septemberfest returns Sept. 4-5 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Court, at the intersection of Schaumburg Road and Summit Drive. The event will feature a carnival, two music stages, Taste of Schaumburg, a craft beer and wine area, Bingo, fireworks and more!

Free park and ride shuttle bus service from Schaumburg High School, Conant High School and Jane Addams Junior High School is available from 10:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. during both days of the festival. All shuttle bus passengers must wear masks and food or open beverages are not permitted on the bus. DART service is also available to persons 65 and older or for those with disabilities (plus a guest/escort) by calling (847) 352-8097. For additional information, please visit the Septemberfest website or call the Septemberfest Hotline at (847) 923-3636.

NOW HIRING: BUILDING ATTENDANT (PART-TIME)

The Village of Schaumburg's Engineering and Public Works Department is seeking a Building Attendant (part-time). This position locks and secures buildings, provides assistance to customers, performs light janitorial work, and related duties as assigned. This position typically works 30-33 hours per month. Day personnel typically work 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and night personnel can work from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Monday to Friday and various hours on Saturday and Sunday 5 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The starting rate of pay is $12.83-$14.27 dependent on qualifications. Applications are being accepted through Sept. 12. For more information or to apply, visit our Career Portal on the village's website.

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS

National Parkway - Woodfield Road to American Lane

Traffic configuration on National Parkway has been reduced to one northbound lane from Woodfield Road to American Lane. Southbound traffic is now detoured west on American Lane, south on Plum Grove Road and east on Woodfield Road to National Parkway where traffic can resume southbound on National Parkway. All driveways onto National Parkway between Woodfield Road and American Lane have been signed for one way traffic only to the north toward American Lane. This configuration is scheduled to remain until the end of September.

Martingale Road and Kimberly Drive Water Main Replacement

The contractor completed water service connections on Martingale Road and continues with the service connections on Kimberly Drive. Notifications for temporary water disruptions and the scheduled timing have been provided to those affected. Sidewalk and pavement restoration is set to begin next week. Temporary lane closures will continue to be required during construction. Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times. Please travel through the work zone with caution.

Meacham Road at Algonquin Road Intersection Improvements

Crews continue working on the new storm sewer pipes from the west end of the project toward the Meacham and Algonquin intersection. Roadway work at the east end of the project is expected in the next few weeks. Expect to see trucks entering and leaving the work zone. Please watch for flaggers and obey their directions.

To receive updates about these and other upcoming street construction projects directly into your inbox, please visit the village's 2021 Street Program page.

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