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JANUARY 14, 2022
SCHAUMBURG VILLAGE BOARD APPROVES CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
At its Jan. 11 board meeting, the Schaumburg Village Board approved a $205 million multi-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The plan includes $47 million in improvements slated for the next fiscal year beginning May 1.
The CIP is a comprehensive plan that sets the direction and priorities for the village’s capital improvement projects and associated funding for the next five years. The CIP is updated annually and represents the village’s commitment to sustaining its roadways, infrastructure, and community facilities in an appropriate state of repair.
For more information and to view the complete Capital Improvement Plan, please visit the village’s website.
ASSET MANAGEMENT PROGRAM NAMED PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT OF THE YEAR
The Village of Schaumburg’s Asset Management Program has been selected as a 2022 Public Works Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association (APWA) Chicago Metro Chapter Suburban Branch in the Asset Management category.
The award recognizes the village's Engineering and Public Works Department, which uses state of the art asset management software to track the condition of and work performed on all village assets such as streets, watermain, trees, sewers, facilities, etc. The department then uses this information to make data-driven decisions regarding operational activities, budgeting and capital improvement programming.
The village will be recognized with a plaque at the 2022 APWA Suburban Branch Awards Luncheon on Feb. 23.
PROGRESS NOTES
How to Submit a Customer Service Request (CSR)
The village’s Customer Service Request (CSR) tool is a fast and easy way for the public to report an issue or request service. Some examples of service requests include reporting a pothole, streetlight outages or potential code violations. Submit a CSR by phone at (847) 895-4500 or dial 311 anywhere in Schaumburg, by text at (847) 306-9852 (standard text messaging rates may apply), or online. All submitted CSRs include a tracking number so you can monitor the progress of your request online. For more information and assistance with initiating a Customer Service Request, please dial 311 in Schaumburg.
Painting Series with Desiree at Trickster Cultural Center Jan. 15
Join Trickster Cultural Center, 190 S. Roselle Rd., for a fun day of painting from 1-2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 15 as Art Curator Desiree Salpietro-Gigl teaches participants the basics of acrylic painting. The subject matter for the January session will be a winter forest landscape. All are welcome and no experience is needed. Admission is $10 per person and supplies are included. Goody bags will be offered following each session. For more information and to reserve your seat, visit the Trickster Cultural Center website.
Board of Review Property Tax Appeals Open Until Feb. 1
Residents can appeal their Cook County property taxes with the Township of Schaumburg Board of Review until Feb. 1. The Township is open during the appeals period to assist residents from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. The Township has two options for appeals. Residents can email their home pin number, phone number, email and home address to the Township. Walk-in appointments are also available. Residents must wear a mask and practice social distancing while inside the building. For more information, visit the Township website.
Winter Nature Play Dates at Spring Valley Nature Center
Immerse your kids in the beauty of nature in winter with outdoor activities, age-appropriate science and nature-based play at the Schaumburg Park District's Winter Nature Play Dates at Spring Valley Nature Center, 1111 E. Schaumburg Rd. Working alongside a naturalist, parents and children will explore natural wonders and seasonal changes throughout the winter. Each program will conclude around a campfire with cocoa, where participants can enjoy an outdoor snack. Upcoming winter play dates are Jan. 19, Feb. 2, Feb. 16, March 2 and March 16. For more details, visit the Park District website.
SCHAUMBURG BARN CLOSURE
The Schaumburg Barn Senior Center, 231 S. Civic Dr., remains closed to the public until further notice. Additionally, all programming has been temporarily suspended. Reopening details will be shared on the village's website as soon as they are available. For questions, dial 311 in Schaumburg or call the village’s Nursing and Senior Services Division at (847) 923-3766.
WHAT'S NEW AT THE CORNER OF...?
Burrito Parrilla Mexicana recently completed work on the former McDonald's space at 720 E. Higgins Rd. and is now open to the public. Burrito Parrilla Mexicana serves authentic Mexican cuisine, including tortas, tacos, burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, taco salads, desserts and soft drinks. The owner invested upwards of $750,000 to renovate the 2,700 square foot restaurant space and to add a 375 square foot outdoor patio. For more information, visit the Burrito Parrilla Mexicana website.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS (click on name for more info)
EVENTS
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Jan. 14-15
Chicago Improv
Jan. 14-16
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center
Jan. 15
Spring Valley Nature Center
Jan. 16
Hyatt Regency Schaumburg
Jan. 19
Spring Valley Nature Center
Jan. 19
Schweikher House
Jan. 19
Township of Schaumburg
Jan. 20
Virtual
The Schaumburg Progress Report is prepared weekly by the village's Communications & Outreach Department. Questions? Contact Communications Specialist
Village President: Tom Dailly
Trustees: Brian Bieschke, Jamie Clar, George Dunham, Frank Kozak, Mark Madej, Jack Sullivan
Village Clerk: Marilyn Karr • Village Manager: Brian Townsend
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