SCHAUMBURG - Pioneer Press Communities Online

CRaCkER BaRREl
The Cracker Barrel is a quarterly newsletter produced by the village and mailed to all residents and
businesses. This publication includes information on activities, events, programs and people of the
village.
CuRB/SidEWalk PRogRaM
The Engineering and Public Works Department has a "share the cost" replacement program for curbs
and sidewalks. Residents replacing driveways may want the sidewalk, curb and gutter replaced
simultaneously. The Village may share the cost of this replacement with the homeowner. For
information, call Public Works at 847-895-7100.
faMilY CounSEling CEnTER
The Schaumburg Family Counseling Center provides counseling services for village residents on
issues such as school problems, discipline concerns, marital difficulties, conflicts relating to divorce
and remarriage, job-related problems and other areas of concern. The Family Counseling Center is
located at 217 S. Civic Drive. For additional information call 847-524-1505.
faRMER’S MaRkET
Fresh from the farm produce is sold at Schaumburg’s Farmer’s Market held one day each week
throughout the summer and early fall. For days and location, call 847-923-3855.
gaRagE SalES
All garage sales require a permit issued by the Community Development Department.
Call 847-923-4420.
SChauMBuRg MuniCiPal hEliSToP
The Schaumburg Municipal Helistop (landing pad for helicopters) is located one block south of Golf
Road on America Lane between Plum Grove Road and State Parkway. The helistop is equipped with
pilot lead in lights and a windsock along the 25’ x 25’ concrete pad. Helicopter parking available
adjacent to the pad and there are two spaces available for vehicle parking. The helistop is available
daily between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. (847-923-3860).
houSing
A wide variety of housing is available including single-family homes, apartments, duplexes and town
homes.
A Residential Rehabilitation Program is available to Schaumburg residents. The village provides loans to
income qualifying homeowners. For additional information call 847-923-3851.
liBRaRY
The Schaumburg Township District Library is located in Schaumburg’s landmark Town Square at the
corner of Roselle and Schaumburg Roads. It is the second largest public library in the State of Illinois
and is the designated business library for the Chicago suburban area. It is set up to draw on the
resources of thousands of other state libraries through the inter-library loan service. The full-service,
state-of-the-art library also presents various programs and classes for all age groups. For additional
information contact the library at 847-985-4000.
loan CloSET
Crutches, walkers, wheelchairs and similar items are available, on a loan basis, to residents. Refundable
deposits are required and the equipment must be picked up at the Public Health and Nursing Division,
521 E. Schaumburg Road. Call 847-923-3766 for more information.
ouTdooR SuMMER ConCERTS
Free Summer Breeze Concerts, featuring a variety of musical performances, are held at the Prairie
Center outdoor stage on several Saturday evenings throughout the summer. The stage is located at the
intersection of Schaumburg Road and Summit Drive. The concerts are co-sponsored by the Village of
Schaumburg and the Schaumburg Park District. Call 847-895-3600 for information.
PaRkS and RECREaTion
The Schaumburg Park District maintains more than 1,000 acres of landscaped parks including Spring
Valley Nature Sanctuary, a prairie wild life preserve and an indoor and outdoor museum. The Park
District also operates four community recreation centers, including the Water Works Oasis, a spectacular
indoor pool facility. Golf courses, racquetball courts, summer boat rentals and three outdoor swimming
pools also are under the District’s jurisdiction. Classes in a variety of subjects, senior citizen activities
and group all-day or weekend trips also are offered. Call 847-490-7015.
PoST offiCE
The full-service Schaumburg Post Office is
located at 450 W. Schaumburg Road. Call
847-885-6500.
PRaiRiE aRTS fESTiVal
An annual two-day judged arts show and
sale, featuring the work of more than 150
artists, is held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Memorial Day Weekend at the Prairie Center
for the Arts. Call 847-885-3600.
SChauMBuRg REgional aiRPoRT
The Village of Schaumburg purchased the
Schaumburg Regional Airport in 1994 and
has since made numerous improvements
that have transformed the facility into one
of the premier general aviation facilities in
the area. For the non-flying public, the
airport boasts a family orientated, aviationthemed
restaurant. The airport is home to
several general aviation businesses
including flight training, aircraft charters,
aircraft rental, helicopter rides, airplane
rides an aircraft maintenance. In addition,
the Schaumburg Regional Airport is home
to all of the local network television news
helicopters. Call 847-985-9778.
VillagE of SChauMBuRg iS PaRT
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PalaTinE ToWnShiPS
Schaumburg Township:
People who live in an area bounded by
Barrington Road, Northwest Tollway, I-290/
IL54 and Devon Avenue live within the
boundaries of Schaumburg Township.
Contact by phone at 847-884-0030.
Hanover Township:
Schaumburg residents living west
of Barrington Road reside within the
boundaries of Hanover Township.
Palatine Township:
Schaumburg residents living north of
Algonquin Road reside within the
boundaries of Palatine Township.
Each of the townships offer a variety of
programs targeted to all residents and may
offer specialized services for senior citizens,
disabled residents and teens in addition
to the portfolio of services available to all
township residents.
Contact your township office for specific
information ranging from real estate taxes,
available from the tax assessor’s office to
meetings of their boards and information on
publications which may be available.
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