October 2015 - Township of Schaumburg
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October 2015 - Township of Schaumburg
October 2015 Disability Services’ Picnickers Traveled to a Galaxy Far, Far Away Schaumburg Township Disability Services took picnickers to a galaxy far, far away for its 30th annual “Star Wars” themed picnic Saturday, Aug. 15. Guests received a surprise visit from “Star Wars” characters Darth Vader and a Jedi Warrior. During lunch, volunteers danced to a flash mob performance to the song “Happy.” Guests also enjoyed musical entertainment by disc jockey Eric Brandt and participated in Brookfield Zoo’s nature and science activities coordinated by state Reps. Michelle Mussman and Fred Crespo. Volunteers served the guests lunch, which consisted of Village Tavern’s world famous chicken fingers and frozen custard desserts that were donated by Barry Himmelfarb of Culver’s. After lunch, guests played bingo for a chance to win one of many prizes donated by local businesses. The Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation (ITAC), Village Tavern and Grill, the SchaumburgHoffman Lions Club, Culver’s and the Schaumburg Township Foundation sponsored the picnic. Special thanks to all our volunteers, the Schaumburg Township Road and Bridge Department, Sheriff’s Work Alternative Program (SWAP) and the Schaumburg Park District for their support. n Adopt-a-Family Program Every year, the Adopt-a-Family program invites caring residents and businesses to share in the holiday spirit by “adopting” income-eligible families, seniors and disabled adults by giving gifts, gift cards or other necessities. Last year, this program brightened the holiday season for almost 500 households. If you wish to donate, need additional information or want to adopt a family this upcoming holiday season, please contact Diana Nelson at [email protected] or call (847) 884-0030 ext. 1014 by Monday Nov. 2, 2015. The General Assistance Department is in need of gift cards for gasoline, movie theaters and stores, such as Walmart, Jewel, Target, Walgreens, CVS, Mariano’s and Kohl’s that will go toward the Adopt-a-Family program.n Township News Children wth Disabilities Have a Thrilling Time at Septemberfest The village of Schaumburg and Schaumburg Township Disability Services coordinated complimentary carnival rides for children with disabilities and their families at Septemberfest Saturday, Sept. 5. Fantasy Amusement’s owner Bill Johnson sponsored the event for 300 children who attended and enjoyed two hours of rides on the bumper cars, Ferris wheel and more. Many families expressed their sincere gratitude for organizing this special event for their children and to the carnival staff that were patient and kind to all. n Thank You Local Gardeners Welcome Amy Fillmore Special thanks to the Hoffman Estates Garden Club, the Schaumburg Garden Club, Local Boy Scout Troops, District 54 School Gardens and the neighbors in our community who graciously gave hundreds of pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables this past summer season. We would like to thank all of the gardeners for their hard work and dedication. Fresh fruits and vegetables in our food pantry were a delicious, healthy option for our clients. Your commitment and green thumbs were greatly appreciated. n Employment Center is Here to Help 2 If you are looking to make a career change or seeking career advice, help is as easy as a phone call or an email to the employment support center. The Schaumburg Township Employment Support Center was established to provide guidance and assistance for township residents in job searching, help with creating or reviewing a resume, filling out job applications or just guidance on where or how to find work. Computers are available to search job listings. In addition to our business hours 9 am to 1 pm every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, the center also offers helpful career seminars scheduled as follows: Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 10:30 am – “Developing a Career Portfolio” Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 10:30 am – “The Hybrid Resume” Each of these seminars will help you get in contact with the employer and your goal of re-employment. Preregistration is recommended, as seating is limited. To schedule an appointment for counseling or register for the seminar email: [email protected] or call (847) 285-4553. n The General Assistance Department is happy to introduce our newest employee, Amy Fillmore. Amy is the friendly face that greets you when you walk into the GA Department and the pleasant voice you hear when you schedule an appointment with our food pantry. Amy joined our team in April and we are thrilled to have her working with us. She enjoys working in the GA Department and looks forward to helping township residents. Veterans Services Transportation News Through a grant, the Transportation Department is attaining a new dispatch software program. There are many changes coming with this new program. All township residents who are registered with our bus service will be receiving a call to verify that their information is current. This is an exciting step for our department! As with any major changes, there could be some glitches as well as this is a new learning experience for everyone. We appreciate your patience. Dispatch accepts reservations for your transportation needs up to 30 days in advance. We are a reservation-based service and time slots fill up quickly, so please do not wait until the last minute to schedule your ride. Dispatch is open for reservations from 9:30 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. If you have any questions about our services, our dispatchers would love to answer them for you. Call dispatch directly at (847) 882-1929. n Veterans who need service information or assistance applying for benefits and services can contact Veterans Administration Representative Jim Lopez at the township every Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm. No appointment is necessary. Call (847) 884-0030, ext. 2019. n Township News Snow Shoveler Volunteers Needed This upcoming winter season, become a snow shoveler volunteer with Schaumburg Township to help our senior citizens and people with disabilities with snow removal. Anyone interested in volunteering, please call Kim Kettel. We are also interested in snow removal fees from companies. SNAP Application Assistance The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly food stamps, helps those with limited income purchase food. A volunteer is available at the township the first Monday of each month from 9 to 10 am to assist applicants in applying for SNAP benefits. Walk-ins are welcome. Please call the General Assistance Department for the list of required documentation before you apply for SNAP benefits or for additional information. n Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program – LIHEAP The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides financial assistance to help those with limited income pay their utility bills. Eligibility for this program is based on household income and size. Enrollment dates: Oct. 1: Seniors age 60 or older and residents with disabilities Documentation of disability is required Nov. 2:Households with a child under 6 years of age Dec. 1: Open enrollment Applications are by appointment only. Call (847) 884-0030 to schedule your appointment. n Volunteers Needed for Fall Clean Up Event Please come and volunteer with us to clean up the yards of our township seniors and people with disabilities Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9 am to 1 pm. We will meet at Schaumburg Township before heading out to the homes on the township buses. We are providing drinks and snacks for every volunteer! Please call Kim at (847) 884-0030 ext. 2014. n Notes From the Nurse, Josie Gould RN, MS Please stop by room 102, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday 8:30 am – 4 pm to check your blood pressure, inquire about medication resources, nutrition counseling and chronic disease management information. You can also call (847) 285-4551 with your medical questions. The A1C Diabetes Blood Test The A1C is a fingerstick, non-fasting blood test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past three months. By appointment only; minimal charge for this service. Smoking Cessation Support Group New to the township, the smoking cessation support group meets weekly on Thursday at 6:30 pm in room 102. A certified tobacco treatment specialist from NCH facilitates this group. Diabetes Support Group The diabetes support group meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesday at 10:30 am in room 102. Please join our lively group for new ideas and encouragement. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Northwest Suburban Support Group The pregnancy and infant loss Northwest Suburban support group meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 7 pm. Please call (847) 981-3676. n 3 Township News Kenneth Young Center 4 The Kenneth Young Center (KYC) offers an array of services to youth and families requiring intervention. The KYC staff helps children and adolescents who are experiencing crises, depression, severe emotional disturbances or other mental health concerns. By providing assessments, mentoring, individual counseling and group therapy, the KYC staff is able to help children and their families overcome obstacles and thrive. KYC has a long-standing mentoring program in place for severely at-risk youth. Additionally, family sessions along with group therapy are commonly used as part of the treatment plan. KYC caseworkers realized that dealing with a child who has severe emotional and behavioral problems could be overwhelming for parents/caregivers. Many parents feel defeated as they attempt to navigate through accessing information and resources. In response to this, a parent mentoring program was developed. Parent Mentoring is a one-on-one, appointment based service within a developed treatment plan, driven by a therapist. These appointments occur in the home and places in the community, such as a coffee shop or library. In addition to learning important information about their child’s illness and how to access the best community resources, parents learn how to set healthy boundaries with their children. Parent Power classes have a specific curriculum that Recent Veteran Honorees Officials honored Sergeant James A. Childress, Corporal John F. Shemroske and Petty Officer Kennaugh on July 22, 2015. Honored July 22, 2015 Honored Aug. 26 2015 CPL John F. Shemroske U.S. Army 1951 – 1952 SGT Joseph Delorenzo U.S. Air Force 1966 – 1970 ET2-P1 John E. Kennaugh U.S. Navy 1955 – 1959 PFC Ronald O. Williams U.S. Army 1953 – 1954 SGT James A Childress U.S. Army 1953 – 1955 The Township of Schaumburg would like to honor all township veterans. If you or someone you know is interested in being recognized for our Veterans Honor Roll, please call the Clerk’s office. spans eight weeks. KYC has bilingual facilitators who help bridge the language and cultural barriers some families face. During the program, parents work with a KYC staff member to set reward and consequence charts as well as identify appropriate boundaries. These groups are held at KYC offices in Elk Grove Village and Schaumburg. In April 2015, KYC expanded its parent support services to include a special peer support group for parents. This type of peer mentoring offers firsthand personal support and guidance to families. This includes encouraging self-care, offering one-on-one support, advice on overcoming obstacles, sharing of information and various community resources. Parents are also able to interact and build a relationship with an empathetic peer who shares a similar experience. The Parent to Parent group meets once per month and is ongoing. Parent to Parent is currently offered at the Mount Prospect location but, may extend to KYC’s other locations in the future. Parent support programs have many benefits. Parents realize that they are not alone and are encouraged to care for themselves, which helps them to provide better care for their child. Furthermore, they learn how to be an advocate for their child and themselves. If you believe your child may be in need of services, please contact Kenneth Young Center’s child and adolescent intake line at (847) 524-8800 ext. 155. n Free Prescription Discount Card Schaumburg Township residents may be able to save money on prescriptions, lab work and imaging tests with the free Coast2Coast Rx prescription discount card. The Coast2Coast card is available to all township residents—even those who have health insurance—and offers discounts on over 60,000 prescription drugs. Most major chain and independent pharmacies accept the card, which can save residents up to 65 percent on brand name and generic drugs. The card may even offer better pricing than certain health insurance plans; residents should compare pricing even if they have insurance. Other benefits the card offers: No expiration date, good for pet prescriptions when filled at the pharmacy and anyone can use it as often as needed. Stop by the township to pick up the card or visit coast2coastrx.com to download and print the Township of Schaumburg card. The Coast2Coast Rx card is not insurance and is not intended to replace insurance. Important Events Free Amplified Phone program (ITAC) If you have difficulty hearing on the phone, check out the free amplified phones available to any Illinois resident with a certified hearing loss and standard phone service. Schaumburg Township Disability Services is a selection center for the ITAC Amplified Phone program and has four test phones, amplified from 45 to 60 decibels, for you to try. For more information, please call (847) 884-0030, ext. 2025. Community Blood Drives Call LifeSource at (877) 543-3768 to schedule an appointment or register online at lifesource.org and use sponsor code SH98 Thursday, Dec. 3 3:30 – 8:30 pm The Barn 231 South Civic Drive Schaumburg (847) 923-3766 Holiday Benefit Concert The Spring Valley Concert Band will be presenting its annual holiday concert, “Happy Holly-Days,” Sunday, Dec. 6, at 4 pm. Make plans to attend this holiday musical celebration at Schaumburg Township for a $5 minimum donation (children under 18 are free). Donations of nonperishable food items or paper products are also welcome. All proceeds benefit the township’s food pantry and the General Assistance Department. Township Calendar Employment Support Center Seminar Tuesday, Oct. 20, 10:30 am – “Developing a Career Portfolio” Wednesday, Nov. 11, 10:30 am – “The Hybrid Resume” Community Shred and Electronics Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 am – 12 pm, page 7 Recycle Day Community Disability Services Senior Services Community Nurse Blood Pressure Screenings Smoking Cessation Support Group NW Suburban Pregnancy/Infant Loss Support Group Diabetes Support Group Employment Support Center Deaf Support Group Employment Counseling Fibromyalgia Support Group Epilepsy Support Group Pinochle Club Employment Counseling Lunch and Bingo Social Crochet Group VA Benefits and Services Alzheimer’s Support Group Legal Assistance: Affordable Wills Assistance for Arabic-speaking seniors by Arabic American Family Services Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 8:30 am – 4 pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 8:30 am – 4 pm Thursdays, 6:30 pm, room 102, page 3 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7 – 8 pm 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, 10:30 am, room 102 Mondays – Wednesdays, 9 am – 1 pm 3rd Tuesday of the month, 11:30 am 3rd and 4th Fridays of the month, by appointment 4th Tuesday of the month, 7 pm Last Wednesday of the month, 7 pm Mondays, 10 am – 1 pm Tuesdays, 10 am – 3 pm, by appointment Thursdays, by reservation Fridays, 9 – 11:30 am Thursdays, 9 am – 4 pm 1st Thursday of the month, 7 pm 2nd Tuesday of the month, 9 am – 12 pm, by appointment Last Monday of the month, 9:30 am – 12 pm Please note: Schaumburg Township will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26 and 27, in observance of Thanksgiving; Friday, Dec. 25 in observance of Christmas; and Friday, Jan. 1, 2016, in observance of New Year’s Day. Schaumburg Township Contact Information Main Contact: (847) 884-0030 [email protected] Disability Services:(847) 884-0030 ext. 2025 [email protected] General Assistance:(847) 884-0030 ext. 1013 [email protected] Senior Services:(847) 884-0030 ext. 2015 [email protected] Kenneth Young Center:(847) 884-6212 kennethyoung.org Employment Center (847) 285-4553 [email protected] Highway Department:(847) 884-1727 [email protected] Community Nurse: (847) 285-4551 [email protected] Transportation Dispatch: (847) 882-1929 [email protected] Town Clerk: (847) 884-0030 ext. 3015 [email protected] 5 Township News Scott M. Kegarise, Highway Commissioner A Message From Assessor John R. Lawson, M.S., C.I.A.O. Serving Unincorporated Schaumburg Township 6 Fall is the time of year when we see the leaves changing colors, enjoy cool, crisp evenings around the fire pit and watch football games under the lights. Fall is here, but winter and the snow are not far behind. The Road and Bridge Department has noticed boulders that are placed too close to the street in the unincorporated area, which could be a potential hazard to both our snowplow drivers and the equipment. If a snowplow blade hits a boulder, it could potentially damage the snowplow. We encourage you to relocate them before the freezing temperatures and snow arrives. Shoveling, snowplowing or blowing snow from your driveway into the street is a dangerous traffic hazard for your neighbors and emergency responders. Drive safely during a snowstorm, stay back from snow plowing equipment and keep a sharp lookout for road crews. Please give our snowplow drivers plenty of distance so that they can clear and treat the roads. Give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination. Arriving at home 10 minutes later is better than not arriving at all. Our department receives calls regarding potholes, removal of dead animals and driveways plowed shut. Generally, these calls are for other jurisdictions. Please call your city or village public works department if you do not live in unincorporated Schaumburg Township. There are a number of roads within Schaumburg Township that other local government agencies are responsible for clearing the streets of snow and ice. In the village of Schaumburg, the red-colored trucks plow incorporated village streets; the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has orange-colored trucks that are responsible for plowing state designated highways (e.g., Route 19); Cook County uses the green-colored trucks to plow county highways (e.g., Schaumburg Road); Schaumburg Township has white-colored trucks that are responsible for plowing unincorporated areas of the township. Have a wonderful fall and remember that whatever the case, the only bad question is the one not asked. n Coffee With the Assessor The Coffee with the Assessor program allows township residents to host their own town hall-style meeting in their home for 10 – 20 guests if they are unable to attend the public seminars. Contact my office for assistance about this program. Appeals Schaumburg Township opened for appeals at the end of Aug. and closed Sept. 21. If you missed the appeal period with the Cook County Assessor, you still have time to file an appeal with the Cook County Board of Review sometime before the end of this year. Both the Cook County Assessor and the Board of Review allow 30 days to file an appeal. Contact the Board of Review’s office in Rolling Meadows at (847) 818-2067 or the downtown Chicago office at (312) 603-5542 for their appeal dates for Schaumburg Township. If your appeal is successful, it will reflect on your 2016 second installment property tax bill. Once the second installment of the property tax bill is mailed out, it is too late to file an appeal for that tax bill. Cook County will be reassessing Schaumburg Township next year in 2016, which is our next triennial. Look for your notice in the mail in late summer 2016. The reassessment year is the best time to appeal because if your assessment is lowered, it will benefit you for the next three years of your property tax bills in 2016, 2017 and 2018. Tax Bills and Payments The Cook County Treasurer’s office mails out tax bills and collects payments; the last property tax bill payment was due Aug. 3, 2015, and the next bill payment will be due Mar. 1, 2016. For a copy of your bill and/or payment information, please contact the Cook County Treasurer’s office at (312) 443-5100 or visit www.cookcountytreasurer.com. Contact my office for assistance in regards to any of these tax matters: (847) 884-0030 ext. 3023. n Mobile Dental Services In collaboration with Northwest Community Healthcare, Schaumburg Township offers dental services to residents who are without dental insurance and have income at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Dental services include preventive treatment, simple restorations, fillings, extractions and oral health education. Please contact the General Assistance Department to apply or for additional information. n Township News Timothy M. Heneghan, Township Clerk 2016 Upcoming Primary Election Information To register to vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age by the general election and a resident of your precinct at least 30 days before Election Day. You also must display two of the following supporting documents. Neither needs to be a photo ID, but one must include your current address. Acceptable forms of identification include: • Illinois driver’s license • Employee or student ID • Illinois state ID • Lease or rental contract • Birth certificate • Utility bill in applicant’s name • Social Security card • Credit card • Valid U.S. passport • Mail postmarked to the applicant • Public Aid card Upcoming Election Dates 12/16/2015 First day to apply for a mail ballot 2/16/2016 Last day to register to vote 2/17/2016 First day of grace period registration and voting 2/29/2016 First day of early voting 3/10/2016Last day to request a mail ballot, including military and overseas voters 3/14/2016 Last day of early voting 3/14/2016Last day of grace period registration and voting 3/15/2016 Election Day Information for the upcoming Nov. 8, 2016, Presidential Election will be posted closer to the election. Congratulations to Mary Jo Stelzner on 25 years of service at Schaumburg Township! Mary Jo is the secretary/receptionist of the Clerk/Administrative Offices and she is the first person who township residents see when utilizing the many services provided by the Clerk’s Office. Mary Jo is pictured with Larry Weniger, Township Administrator. 7 Community Shred & Electronics Recycling Day Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 am – 12 pm Schaumburg Township Parking Lot 1 Illinois Blvd., Hoffman Estates Schaumburg Township is hosting a Community Shred and Electronics Recycling Day Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 am – 12 pm. This free event is available to Schaumburg Township residents only; businesses cannot participate. Paper shredding is limited up to four boxes/bags (1 cubic feet or 15" x 12" x 10") per car. Paper clips, staples and rubber bands do not need to be removed. Electronics recycling will accept computer/ IT equipment, cell phones, batteries, small appliances and home and office electronics. Other items, such as light bulbs and string/holiday lighting are not accepted. There is a $35 disposal charge for tube TVs and a $10 charge for CRT monitors. Need a US Passport Book or Card? The Clerk’s office can process your U.S. Passport book and/or U.S. Passport card application Monday through Friday from 9 am – 4 pm. No appointment is necessary. Check our website at schaumburgtownship.org or travel.state.gov for more information. What Veterans Day Means to Schaumburg Township Veterans Day is a time to pause and reflect, to show honor and respect and to say thank you to all our veterans who have served or are still serving our country. It is a time to recognize the sacrifice and courage of our service men and women by taking a moment to pay our respects, shake their hand and say thank you for fighting for our freedom and freedom of others. We owe the freedoms we enjoy today and every day, and at times take for granted, to all the veterans of our country. With a deep gratitude and respect from all of us at Schaumburg Township, THANK YOU! Visit our website schaumburgtownship.org. “Like” us on Facebook at facebook.com/schaumburg.township. Follow us on Twitter@schaumburgtown PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Permit #154 Schaumburg, IL October 2015 The Town Crier, a report to the citizens of Schaumburg Township, is published by l Township of Schaumburg One Illinois Boulevard l Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169-3314 Voice (847) 884-0030 l TTY (847) 884-1560 l VP (224) 520-9763 schaumburgtownship.org Mary Wroblewski, Supervisor Diane Dunham, Trustee W. Robert Vinnedge, Trustee Jeffrey S. Mytych, Trustee Nimish Jani, Trustee Timothy M. Heneghan, Town Clerk John R. Lawson, C.I.A.O., Assessor Scott M. Kegarise, Highway Commissioner Schaumburg Township is in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Equal Opportunity Employer Male/Female/ Handicapped/Veterans. Schaumburg Township meets all ADA accessibility requirements. Look inside for School District 54 information. ECR-WSS Postal Customer, Local Schaumburg Township Illinois The Township of Schaumburg serves residents living in parts of the following communities: Elk Grove, Hanover Park, Hoffman Estates, Rolling Meadows, Roselle, Schaumburg, Streamwood, and unincorporated Schaumburg Township. A Message From the Supervisor The General Assistance Department the township daily, then unload, helps residents who are facing sort and stock it all. In 2014, financial hardships due to the department answered 15,000 unemployment, underemployment phone calls from residents seeking and health issues. Trained, educated assistance. Staff helps residents staff assists with navigating apply for Access to Care, Low resources, such as the Supplemental Income Home Energy Assistance Nutrition Assistance Program (LIHEAP), the Mobile Dental (SNAP), medical benefits and Clinic and Weatherization. The low-income housing. This can be an department also coordinates the impossible path to follow without Adopt-a-Family program, which the guidance and support from staff. serves low-income families, seniors Schaumburg Township Supervisor Mary Wroblewski The General Assistance program and disabled adults. All the services with Schaumburg Village President Al Larson and is a welfare program designed to amount to a fraction of less than 1 Hoffman Estates Mayor William D. McLeod. provide support to eligible indigent percent of the average Schaumburg adults with basic maintenance needs, such as shelter, utilities, Township homeowners’ property tax bill. As the governmental food, transportation and personal essentials. The Emergency body closest to the residents, the G.A. department is where Assistance program provides financial aid to help alleviate they turn to when facing hardship. The township focuses on an “emergency” or “life-threatening” circumstance, like an utilizing tax dollars wisely by actively monitoring services so eviction or a utility disconnection. The department offers many that only qualified residents receive assistance according to peripheral services; the most visible one is the food pantry, adopted written standards and by ensuring that only effective which is open five days a week and serves over 600 families a programs are funded. month who have to choose between paying bills and purchasing Mary Wroblewski groceries. Our staff picks up large quantities of food from all over Schaumburg Township Supervisor
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