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Citizen Week of July 25, 2018

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Chicago Public Schools recently released a proposed $1 billion budget and capital plan for the 2019 fiscal year. Following the release of the proposed spending plan, a series of public hearings were held. A public hearing at Kennedy King College brought up concerns about favoritism in the city, outdated facilities assessments, and whether or not the schools with the greatest needs are going to see investment through this plan. Photo Credit: Katherine Newman

CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS RECEIVES COMMENTS ON PROPOSED $1 BILLION BUDGET Chicago Public Schools recently released a proposed $1 billion budget and capital plan for the 2019 fiscal year.

Following the release of the proposed spending plan, a series of public hearings were held across the city to receive public comment on the massive investment.

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Business: US IT Sector Adds an Estimated 9,600 Jobs in June, CompTIA Analysis Reveals — Page 4 Entertainmant: Transform Your Home into an Entertaining Haven This Summer — Page 6 |

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION

CHICAGO NATIVE, FORMER TV EXEC PREPARES FOR 2ND YEAR OF EDUCATING AND EMPOWERING YOUNG BLACK MALES Former television executive producer, Tenisha Taylor Bell, is hosting the Ezekiel Taylor Scholarship Foundation(ETSF) Gala and Fundraiser on Saturday, July 28th at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Hotel Chicago Oaklawn.

ETSF provides scholarships, mentorship and life skills workshops to African-American male students impacted by Chicago’s gun violence.

The foundation, in its second year, has garnered local and national media attention.

The scholars will be presented to the community at the ETSF Gala on Saturday, July 28, 2018.

“Congratulations to all of the ETSF winners! They have proved to the community that they are shining stars,” says rapper, actor Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges.

“Hard work, commitment, and education pays off.

I am proud of the winners, I’m invested in their success,” adds the Illinois native. .

HEALTH

WORLD SICKLE CELL DAY KICKS OFF FUND DRIVE FOR A SICKLE CELL MEDICAL CANNABIS CLINICAL TRIAL A coalition led by the Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc. (SCFG), recently announced a fundraising campaign to launch the first clinical trials investigating the efficacy of cannabis oil for pain associated with Sickle Cell Disease. The coalition includes Biotech, Inc. and the Phoenix Tears Foundation.

The Georgia Legislature made history when Sickle Cell Disease was added to the list of maladies approved for Medical Cannabis opening the door for clinical trials. This is the first clinical trial of its kind in the nation. To assist in this effort, the public can make donations through the SCFG website www. sicklecellga.org/Donate. For more information, interested persons can visit http://sicklecellga.org/ clinical-trial/.

LAW & POLITICS

NEW SIMS LAW WILL EXTEND 72-HOUR ‘COOLING OFF’ PERIOD TO ALL FIREARMS SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - Legislation to extend the waiting period for all firearms has now been signed into law. State Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr. (D-Chicago) sponsored legislation that would require applicants for any firearm to wait at least 72 hours before they can receive it.

“This sweeping ‘cooling off ’ period for guns will protect people throughout the state by keeping guns out of the wrong hands,” said Sims.

“The 72-hour waiting period provides a strong and effective tool in our efforts to keep our communities safe.”

Before this action, Illinois law mandated a 72-hour waiting period to obtain a handgun after purchase, but assault weapons, including the AR-15 and other military-style weapons, could be received in only 24 hours.

“With all of the gun violence we’re seeing in our communities and around the country, we must have the proper regulations in place to keep someone from making a hasty decision that could end their life or someone else’s,” Sims said. Senate Bill 3256 takes effect on Jan. 1, 2019.

Chicago Public Schools Receives Comments On Proposed $1 Billion Budget Continued from page 1

BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

Chicago Public Schools recently released a proposed $1 billion budget and capital plan for the 2019 fiscal year. Following the release of the proposed spending plan, a series of public hearings were held across the city to receive public comment on the massive investment.

The capital plan hearing held recently at Kennedy King College, located in Englewood, brought up concerns about favoritism in the city, outdated facilities assessments, and whether or not the schools with the greatest needs are going to see investment through this plan.

The proposed capital plan, if approved, will be the largest single-year investment in more than 20 years, according to Chicago Public Schools. With this plan, the school district is attempting to address equity issues by investing in educational programming, overcrowding relief, facility maintenance, athletic spaces, and IT and security improvements.

“Education investments include state

of the art high schools science labs, high-speed internet access and devices, expansion of free full-day PreK, and IB, STEM, Magnet, and Classical expansion programs. We have three key academic initiatives that support our optimal learning. One is warm, safe, and dry and that is deferred maintenance, then there is education programs, and over crowding,” said Mary De Runtz, Deputy Chief of Capital Planning and Construction.

The proposed budget will provide capital projects at over 150 CPS schools, a full list of schools that are being targeted for investment in one way or another is available to view on the Chicago Public Schools’ website.

After the quick review of the Final Year 2019 Capital Plan, the microphone was turned over for public comment. Many people spoke out against the plan saying the struggling schools are still going to struggle under this plan.

“This is one more example year after year of a gross violation of the law and complete reckless spending and is completely inequitable. You haven’t done any facility needs assessments since 2014 so you don’t know the conditions of your buildings.

There is no facility master plan which is a complete violation of state law,” said Sarah Rothschild, education policy analyst for the Chicago Teachers Union.

She went on to ask “why are you building annexes when there are nearby schools with under-enrollment and you could just adjust the attendance boundary?”

Part of the proposed budget plan includes building annex buildings for overcrowded schools, but many people at the meeting voiced their opinions that money would be better spent on improving education at existing neighborhood schools which would encourage families to enroll and therefore alleviate overcrowding.

“We are not against any schools getting the necessary repairs and upgrades that they need and we are not here to say any school doesn’t deserve something, most schools have waited far too long for facility upgrades. What we are asking is for information on how CPS chooses who has to wait and who doesn’t,” said Deb Hass on behalf of Raise Your Hand For Illinois Public Education.

To review the proposed budget visit cps. edu/capitalplan.

Veterans owed refunds for overpayments WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue

Service is advising certain veterans who received disability severance payments after January 17, 1991, and included that payment as income that they should file Form 1040X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, to claim a credit or refund of the overpayment attributable to the disability severance payment.

This is a result of the Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act passed in 2016.

Most veterans who received a one-time lump-sum disability severance payment when they separated from their military service will receive a letter from the Department of Defense with information explaining how to claim tax refunds they are entitled to; the letters include an explanation of a simplified method for making the claim. The IRS has worked closely with the DoD to produce these letters, explaining how veterans should claim the related tax refunds.

STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS The amount of time for claiming these tax refunds is limited. However, the law grants veterans an alternative timeframe – one year from the date of the letter from DoD. Veterans making these claims have the normal limitations period for claiming a refund or one year from the date of their letter from the DoD, whichever expires later. As taxpayers can usually only claim tax refunds within 3 years from the due date of the return,

this alternative time frame is especially important since some of the claims may be for refunds of taxes paid as far back as 1991.

AMOUNT TO CLAIM Veterans can submit a claim based on the actual amount of their disability severance payment by completing Form 1040X, carefully following the instructions. However, there is a simplified method. Veterans can choose instead to claim a standard refund amount based on the calendar year (an individual’s tax year) in which they received the severance payment. Write “Disability Severance Payment” on line 15 of Form 1040X and enter on lines 15 and 22 the standard refund amount listed below that applies: $1,750 for tax years 1991 – 2005 $2,400 for tax years 2006 – 2010 $3,200 for tax years 2011 – 2016 Claiming the standard refund amount is the easiest way for veterans to claim a refund, because they do not need to access the original tax return from the year of their lump-sum disability severance payment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS All veterans claiming refunds for overpayments attributable to their lump-sum disability severance payments should write either “Veteran Disability Severance” or “St. Clair Claim” across

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the top of the front page of the Form 1040X that they file. Because all amended returns are filed on paper, veterans should mail their completed Form 1040X, with a copy of the DoD letter, to: Internal Revenue Service 333 W. Pershing Street, Stop 6503, P5 Kansas City, MO 64108 Veterans eligible for a refund who did not receive a letter from DoD may still file Form 1040X to claim a refund but must include both of the following to verify the disability severance payment: A copy of documentation showing the exact amount of and reason for the disability severance payment, such as a letter from the Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) explaining the severance payment at the time of the payment or a Form DD-214, and A copy of either the VA determination letter confirming the veteran’s disability or a determination that the veteran’s injury or sickness was either incurred as a direct result of armed conflict, while in extra-hazardous service, or in simulated war exercises, or was caused by an instrumentality of war.

Veterans who did not receive the DoD letter and who do not have the required documentation showing the exact amount of and reason for their disability severance payment will need to obtain the necessary proof by contacting the Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS).

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Freedom Trail Hike Explores The History Of Underground Railroad In Illinois

BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

The Little Calumet Underground Railroad Project recently hosted their first Walking the Freedom Trail hike in Beaubien Woods near the Little Calumet River. The hike was led by Tom Shepard and Larry McClellan who walked participants through the woods and told the story of the thousands of escaped slaves that came through the forest on their journey to freedom.

“Out here in the far south side, thousands of escaped slaves came through this area during the mid-1800’s before the civil war. They were freedom seekers that were coming up to Chicago and going either into Chicago or moving onto where they would be free up in Canada or points eastward where the bounty hunters didn’t go like Pennsylvania and New York,” said Shepard.

During this time, the area was home to several Dutch farmers who had immigrated to the United States from Holland. Aside from being farmers, they were also abolitionists.

One in particular, Jan Ton, opened his farm to freedom seekers as a safe house.

“What we are hoping to do is recreate a little bit of the trail that the freedom seekers might have taken back in the 1850’s or so and we are out near the site of the Jan Ton Farm who was

In the mid 19th century, before the Civil War, the Jan Ton Farm, pictured, was a safe house for the underground railroad and provided a respite for freedom seekers who were in the midst of traveling hundreds of miles on foot to find freedom from slavery. Photo Credit 2: Provided by the Little Calumet Underground Railroad Project

Jan Ton, pictured, a Dutch immigrant settled on the far south side of Chicago near the Little Calumet River where he worked as a farmer and an abolitionist helping escaped slaves on their journey to freedom.

the principal safe house conductor of what is known as the underground railroad at the time,” said Shepard.

The Little Calumet Underground Railroad Project is a fairly new organization that just came into existence at the end of last year. Coincidentally, at the same time this organization was forming, the Cook County

Forest Preserve was looking for a new way to breathe life into Beaubien Woods which is one of the most underutilized forest preserves in Cook County, according to Shepard.

“The Cook County Forest Preserve has embarked on improving and highlighting the Beaubien Woods Forest Preserve because it is one of the least used forest preserves in the county system. Our timing was just perfect because we began our effort about the same time they were looking for something to spark a flame at Beaubien Woods Forest Preserve,” said Shepard.

A possible pavilion and a memorial to the Underground Railroad in Beaubien Woods is being discussed by the Cook County Forest

Collins: Governor’s Crosscheck veto hurts all Illinoisans CHICAGO – Governor Bruce Rauner has rejected legislation co-sponsored by State Senator Jacqueline Collins (D-Chicago) that would have ended Illinois’ participation in the Crosscheck system.

“Crosscheck threatens the rights of Illinoisans to participate in our democracy,” Collins said.

“It has been used as a discriminatory tool to purge voter rolls in other states, a practice which we attempted to prevent here. I am disappointed that the governor chose to continue to use this faulty system that also puts all Illinois voters’ information at a cybersecurity risk.”

Senate Bill 2273, co-sponsored by Collins, would have discontinued Illinois’ involvement in the controversial Crosscheck system, which is used by election authorities to identify voters who may be registered in multiple states.

Bruce Rauner Jacqueline Collins Photo Credit: Author Daniel X. O’Neil

Crosscheck has been found to adversely affect voters with similar last names by disregarding middle names and designations like Jr. or Sr. and only comparing first and last names. Furthermore, Crosscheck takes inadequate measures to

safeguard voters’ personal data from cybersecurity threats, according to a press release.

“Illinoisans should be able to participate in our democracy without fear of their personal identification being compromised,” Collins said. “I will continue to work to end Illinois’ participation in Crosscheck,” she said. www.thechicagocitizen.com

Preserve which is in favor of setting up trail markers for people to take self-guided tours of the path the escaped slaves might have taken on their journey to freedom.

“It was a perilous journey and when you use your imagination to think about what they went through to be able to gain their freedom, it’s just remarkable and that’s what we want to depict,” said Shepard. “We won’t ask them to take off their shoes but they will get an idea of what it had to be like for these people that braved all the dangers and the treachery on foot coming up hundreds of miles from down south, up through Illinois, and then finding their way to our little area here on the far south side.”

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BUSINESS LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Want better business?

Invest in public transit

BY PAUL P. SKOUTELAS

Earlier this year, an Amazon executive called officials in Detroit to explain why the city had fallen out of contention for the retail giant’s new headquarters.

The main reason? The lack of investment in Detroit’s regional public transit. The city doesn’t have enough downtown workers to fill all the jobs the headquarters would create. And without reliable public trains and buses, there’s no easy way for suburbanites to commute into Detroit without a car.

The Motor City’s predicament isn’t unique. Inadequate public transportation networks are hampering the economic ambitions of dozens of American cities. Robust funding for public transit can help them get back on track.

A reliable, well-maintained public transportation system is now a requirement for many businesses scouting for new locations. In 2014, for example, State Farm brought 3,000 new jobs -- and 8,000 total — to an Atlanta campus served by one of the city’s MARTA rail lines.

Localities that have invested in public transit have seen those investments pay back in spades. In Chicago, home values along the city’s Brown Line -- which was reconstructed and modernized a decade ago — shot up 55 percent between 2000 and 2014.

Higher home values and more development aren’t just good for residents -- they’re also good for city coffers, as they result in more property tax revenue.

That’s certainly been the case in metropolitan Washington, D.C. Property values are 7 percent to 9 percent higher near Metro rail stations; that property delivers $3.1 billion in tax revenue a year.

Unfortunately, as a nation, we have largely failed to learn from cases like these. Thanks to a lack of funds and resources, public transit officials have been forced to focus on repairs and maintenance, rather than on expanding economic opportunity with new transit networks. Cities are keeping trains and buses running beyond their normal lifespans.

A 2015 report from the Department of Transportation found that over 30 percent of the tracks, bridges, and tunnels in the United States were in poor condition as of 2012. And the American Society of Civil Engineers gave the nation’s public transportation infrastructure a D minus -- the lowest grade given to any category of U.S. infrastructure.

That neglect has real consequences for American businesses.

In 2015, a record-breaking Boston snowfall buried the nation’s fifth most-used public transit system. As a result, Boston lost $40 million in revenue and recovery costs. Unless the United States clears its public transit project backlog, businesses will lose a collective $340 billion in sales by 2023.

This dim outlook for public transit and the businesses that depend on it can be reversed. But making that happen will take a commitment from Congress.

Congress’s 2018 spending bill was a step in the right direction. Passed in March, the measure included $1.5 billion in Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery grants (TIGER) and $2.6 billion in Capital Investment Grants.

But there’s more to be done. Congress must ensure that its 2019 spending bill matches or exceeds those levels of funding.

Lawmakers must also replenish the Highway Trust Fund, which pays for surface transportation projects will face a $20 billion funding gap by 2020.

Ignoring these funding needs will cost us. Without the $90 billion needed to modernize our nation’s public transit system, America will forgo $109 billion in household income and 162,000 new jobs.

By committing to rebuilding our nation’s public transportation infrastructure, Congress can make sure cities like Detroit are ready next time Amazon comes calling.

Paul P. Skoutelas is the American Public Transportation Association’s president and CEO.

100 Black Men Of Atlanta, Inc. Names Anthony Flynn New Executive Director And Chief Operating Officer ATLANTA - Anthony Flynn is the newly appointed Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the 100 Black Men Of Atlanta, Inc. (The 100), one of the city’s most influential African-American organizations focused on leadership development, educational support, economic empowerment, and health and wellness. In his role as Executive Director and COO, Flynn will oversee the day to day operations, strategic planning, external relations, and fundraising initiatives for The 100.

As a successful leader in the business world with numerous Fortune 100 giants (e.g. Kraft Foods, RJ Reynolds and 3M) and a pioneering executive in numerous, multi-million-dollar non-profit ventures, Flynn has a proven track record for converting ideas and theories to actionable achievements. He is the founder of The Gifted Education Foundation (www. iamgifted.org) which produces marketplace leaders from low-income communities across America. In its first three years of existence, the organization supported just over 100 students earning more than $18 million in scholarship. Its students have received full scholarships to Stanford, Dartmouth, Princeton, Emory, and more.

Flynn graduated from the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program in 2017 where he won the business pitch competition for his cohort. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Sales from The University of Memphis where he graduated as the top student in his major and he also holds a Master of Arts in Religion degree from Memphis Theological Seminary where he also graduated with honors.

He is also the author of two books: “The Execution Pipeline: A Step-by-Step Guide to Moving Your Business Idea From Dream to Reality” and “The Happiness Map: Finding Fulfillment in Work and Life”

provides mentorship to at-risk youth living and has been a featured keynote speaker in vulnerable communities in the Atlanta at Harvard University, Emory University, metro area. In fact, 100% of the students Georgia Tech, The University of Memphis, who complete Project Success have Biz1190 (Wall Street Journal syndicated graduated from high school and 80% have radio show), Q Conference. He also serves graduated from college in as a coach and consultant to four years, far outpacing the a number of high net-worth national averages. individuals, companies, Beyond their impact to professional athletes, small the community, Flynn is businesses, non-profit committed to expanding organizations and churches. the reach of 100’s members.

Originally from Memphis, “Our members are some TN, Flynn moved to Atlanta incredibly talented men, of from Southern California high capacity, high stature, 9 years ago with his wife and high standard. It’s of 17 years, son (15), and important that we leverage daughter (12). In his TEDx their capacity, skillset, and talk “The Intangibles,” Flynn Anthony Flynn business acumen for the good shares his personal story of of the organization and the communities poverty and addresses the criteria needed we serve throughout the Atlanta Metro for students and families to escape the area,” shares Flynn. “Atlanta is a global grip of detrimental generational cycles.

Flynn’s unique perspective is one that Larry city. There are a lot of people who have moved into the city and with that comes Johnson, chairman of the board says will diversity of experiences, diversity of race, help expand the reach of the organization. diversity of ideas and more. I’ve never seen “The 100 Black Men of Atlanta is fortunate so many high-powered and prominent to have found someone who has such African-Americans in roles of leadership a perfect combination of corporate and making a tremendous impact in business, non-profit executive experience to lead nonprofit, government, community. our organization. Anthony Flynn is the I’m very impressed with the levels of right leader at the right time and we are talent and business acumen in people of confident that his innovative ideas, diverse color in Atlanta,” shares Flynn. “I see my management, and personal triumph will appointment as having an opportunity help to connect the organization with to leverage greatness in our city and also the people who we serve and expand within the membership. There’s a lot the solid foundation we have achieved of awesome things happening with the over the past thirty plus years.” Flynn members themselves both individually will add value to The 100 by bringing and collectively and progressive initiatives his professional and personal experience happening on the ground in the trenches of to 100’s Project Success program which the communities we serve. I look forward include: 100 Robotic Scholars Alliance to tapping into our potential and taking (a S.T.E.M. program), B.E.S.T. Academy 100 Black Men of Atlanta to the next level.”

Pathways of Developmental Success (a Visit www.100blackmen-atlanta.org leadership development program), and for information and to make charitable Project Success (a college preparatory and contributions to Project Success. tuition assistance program). The program

US IT Sector Adds an Estimated 9,600 Jobs in June, CompTIA Analysis Reveals The U.S. information technology (IT) sector added an estimated 9,600 new jobs in June, extending its current streak of employment gains to five consecutive months, CompTIA, the leading technology industry association, reported recently.

For the year, IT sector employment has increased by an estimated 48,900, according to CompTIA’s analysis of the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics “Employment Situation” report.

Thereport includes some contradictory signals in IT employment. While the IT sector added jobs, IT employment across all sectors of the economy was down 90,000 jobs.

“Despite the mixed bag of results in the tech labor market over the past several months, demand for tech talent remains strong,” said Tim Herbert, senior vice president for research and market intelligence at CompTIA. “There will always be a degree of volatility in BLS data from month-to-month. Over the long-term, we expect the growth trajectory to continue.”

CompTIA’s analysis finds that June job growth occurred in four categories: • IT services, custom software development and computer system design added 6,000 positions. This category

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has grown by some 41,000 jobs through the first half of 2018.

• Computer, electronics and semiconductor manufacturing increased by 5,100 jobs, including gains in the sub-categories of electronic instruments (+ 3,100) and semiconductors and electronic components (+ 1,700). So far this year tech manufacturing employment has expanded by 14,100 jobs.

• Data processing, hosting and related services added 1,100 jobs, reversing May’s slight step back in employment. For the year, this category has grown by some 10,000 positions.

• Other information services, including search portals grew by a modest 600 jobs.

Telecommunications employment declined by 3,200 positions in June. This category has shrunk by some 18,200 jobs so far this year; and has shed an estimated 30,700 jobs over the past 12 months.

“This reflects the ongoing dynamic of telecom companies pursuing growth in new areas such as the Internet of Things, 5G and IT services, while contending with the maturing technologies and business models of the past,” Herbert said.

The complete CompTIA IT Employment Tracker report is available at https:// www.slideshare.net/comptia/ comptia-it-employmenttracker-july-2018.

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ENTERTAINMENT Rafting Season on Colorado’s Arkansas River Remains Strong

A raft from a member of the Arkansas River Outfitters Association navigates a rapid on the Arkansas River in Central Colorado.

Run, river, run... That’s exactly what the Arkansas River is busy doing, even in what is perceived as a particularly dry season.

Water levels are still ideal for whitewater rafting, all sections are open and business is good, according to members of the Arkansas River Outfitters Association (AROA).

Surprised?

That dreaded ‘D’ word – drought – is fueling rumors that whitewater rafting is having a tough time. Not at all, says Travis Hochard, Vice President of AROA. Quite the opposite.

“We’re having a phenomenal year. We have half our rafting reservations still to go. We’ll operate through Labor Day as we

always do and fully anticipate great rafting then, too,” says Hochard.

Several factors contribute to the area’s positive vibe. For starters, the Voluntary Flow Management Program (VFMP) kicked-off on July 1. Central Colorado’s ‘secret weapon,’ the VFMP, is an ingenious system to keep river recreation and fun flowing.

In July and August when other rivers reduce to a trickle, the VFMP augments water flow levels using imported water released from area reservoirs. This model program is a collaborative agreement involving the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area (AHRA), the Bureau of Reclamation, the Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District (SECWD) and the Pueblo Board of

Water Works. It was originally initiated by AROA and Trout Unlimited.

Recent afternoon monsoons are doing their part, too. “They’ve been nice and strong lately and that does a lot toward prolonging great water levels,” says Hochard.

With 19 years in the rafting industry, Hochard says low water levels occur every year and guides have many strategies to make the most of varying conditions.

“Rafting on this river is fun at all levels,” he adds. “It’s a strong season, especially for family fun. It’s perfect for kids. It’s also a great opportunity to try Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Duckies (inflatable kayaks).”

Source: Arkansas River Outfitters Association

Universal Music Group To Expand Strategic Operations Within Africa

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niversal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, recently announced a significant expansion in French-speaking Africa, with the launch of a new strategic division within French-speaking Africa markets with a focus on discovering and supporting local music talent in-order to maximize the commercial opportunities for artists and labels throughout French-speaking Africa to reach audiences globally.

The team will be led by experienced music industry executive, artist manager and live promoter, Moussa Soumbounou, who has been appointed as MD, Western Africa effective immediately. Moussa Soumbounou will report to Olivier Nusse, CEO, Universal Music France and operate from a new Universal Music Africa (UMA) office in Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) and covering Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (Kinshasa), Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Guinea, GuineaBissau, Madagascar, Mali, Niger, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles and Togo. Recent artist signings to the label include Kiff No Beat and DJ Arafat from Ivory Coast, Toofan from Togo and Locko and Tenor from Cameroon.

Olivier Nusse, CEO, Universal Music France said, “I am delighted to announce the expansion of our strategic operations across Africa under the leadership of Moussa Soumbounou and his team, which will not only help us to discover and release new talent throughout Africa and other French-speaking markets around the world, but will also increase the creative, commercial, digital and live opportunities available for these artists locally, in

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France and now globally.”

Within French-speaking Africa, the new Universal Music team have also been highly active within the live sector over the past few months, organizing a Pan-African tour for French urban legend Niska, and French tours for African artists including Tenor. Universal Music Group is also working closely in partnership with parent company Vivendi, and several of its divisions including CanalOlympia, Vivendi Village, Canal+ and Havas to support and develop the live music industry ecosystem throughout the continent.

This new division will work in partnership with existing UMG operations including North African territories and alongside key markets across English-speaking Africa that will offer artists comprehensive opportunities throughout the region and provide pan-African talent the best possible launch pad for wider international success.

In warm weather, everything is better done outdoors — from eating meals to entertaining guests.

In fact, 88 percent of homeowners taking on landscaping projects upgrade outdoor living elements, such as furniture and heating features, to make spending time outside more comfortable, according to the Houzz 2018 Landscaping Survey.

To embrace the trend, consider the following: ADD ‘LIVING ROOM’ TOUCHES Create a flawless outdoor retreat with comfortable lounge chairs and all-weather sectionals that look like they belong inside. Go all out with color and bold furnishings — shades of magenta and teal go perfectly with nature’s green elements. However, if you prefer neutrals, up the design factor with bright planters and accent pieces, or hang vibrant tiled artwork that can withstand the elements.

If you have an indoor patio or pergola, hanging decorative curtains provides style, shade and privacy.

Finalize the space with cushioned floor seats and activities, like board games and books, for the ultimate entertaining destination.

INCLUDE A BEVERAGE STATION Have refreshments nearby with fun serving ware and a bar cart stocked with cocktail fixings — ice, lemons, olives, water and soda — along with fruit juices and colorful sugar to rim glasses so even the kids can get in on the merriment. Add pretty patterned glassware, umbrella stir sticks and a cocktail shaker to get the party started. www.thechicagocitizen.com

REFRESH COMMON AREAS Guests will access your home’s entryway and powder room. Spruce up these spaces with a fresh coat of paint or by simply repainting the trim a crisp white. This can completely transform your home, making it look brighter and feel larger. With the right tools, you can pull off this impactful project with ease.

One of the most important tools you’ll need is a premium painter’s tape, like FrogTape brand painter’s tape, to protect walls and floors. Treated with PaintBlock Technology, FrogTape can be used on a variety of surfaces to deliver the sharpest paint lines for professional-looking results, allowing you to get the job done faster and eliminating the need for touchups — which means more time spent outside.

To bring the elements of summer into your home, include accents like colorful throw rugs, fresh flowers and greenery.

GO GREEN Create a peaceful sanctuary outdoors with fresh flowers and greenery. If you don’t have a green thumb, display low-maintenance verbena, lavender and decorative grasses in attractive pots.

If you have minimal space, opt for a wall-mounted garden to add life and texture without creating a footprint.

One easy way to do this is to repurpose an old wooden ladder and secure it to a wall. Succulents and herbs are easy to tend to and kids will love having a summer project to upkeep. Plus, nothing will impress guests more than clipping fresh herbs during your next cookout.

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NEWS 44% Of Workers Would Quit Their Job For A Bigger Paycheck Money really does talk, suggests new research from the staffing firm OfficeTeam. More than two in five workers (44 percent) said they’d leave their job for one with better pay.

Among professionals in the 28 U.S. cities surveyed, those in Des Moines, Cleveland, Philadelphia and Salt Lake City are most attracted by a bigger salary. In terms of gender, 47 percent of women would resign if offered more money elsewhere, compared to 40 percent of men.

Whatever the reason for leaving, employees should have a good exit plan when parting ways with a company. In a separate survey of HR managers, 83 percent said the way someone quits affects their future career opportunities.

Employees want to be compensated fairly and feel challenged and fulfilled in their

According to a new OfficeTeam survey, 44 percent of workers would leave their job for one with better pay. In addition, 83 percent of HR managers said the way a person quits affects their future career opportunities.

jobs,” said Brandi Britton, a district president for OfficeTeam. “If higher pay is the primary reason for considering another position,

professionals should first see if there is an opportunity to discuss a wage increase in their current role. Employers may be open to

negotiation if it means keeping a good worker.”

Britton added, “When an employee decides to leave a company,

exiting on good terms is a must.

You never know when you might encounter a former colleague later in your career.”

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CHICAGO On The Move

A TASTE OF WVON

Thousands attend the Taste of WVON at Lorraine Dixon Park

L-R Ald Michelle Harris (8) Frank Horton, Terisa Griffin, Comm.Kari Steele,MWRD, John Kendall,100 Black Men and Dr. Angela Watkins.

Terisa Griffin Performed

Jerome Simmons mrmagriot@aol.com

The Stylistics celebrates 50 years of singing.

Singing with Terisa, is JB Pritzker who is running for governor.

The Stylistics with Chicago Comedian Adele Givens.

FRIENDS OF ALDERMAN MICHELLE HARRIS

Ald Anthony Beal (9) Kari Huggins,Rietway Construction Aldermen Greg Mitchell (7) Michelle Harris (8) and Michael Scott (24)

ALd. Michelle Harris (8) Corey Foster, Angel Perez, ComEd Larry Huggins, Riteway and Melissa Washington Com Ed

Joe Williams CEO Target, Group, Stan Rakestraw Commissioner & Vice President Barbara CEO SCR Transportation speaks on business McGowan Water Reclamation entreprneur Bruce Liimatainen, discuss upcoming projects targeted and jobs opportunities for the Westside.

Alderman Michelle Harris outlines objectives for the Eighth Ward for the future.

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CALENDAR Half-day Fest for Dogs and Their People For 25 years, the West Suburban Humane Society has celebrated everything dog at their annual Barkapalooza. This half-day, familyfriendly fest for dogs and their people, will return to Lisle Community Park located at 1825 Short Street in Lisle, Illinois, on Sunday, September 30, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This extremely dog-friendly event allows pet owners, prospective pet adopters, and allaround pet lovers to raise money for homeless dogs and cats through a Dog Walkathon and Pet Expo full of pet-related vendors.

Participants are encouraged to collect pledges for the walkathon, and all proceeds will support the West Suburban Humane Society, at their signature annual fundraiser.

Animal lovers can explore the Pet Expo at Barkapalooza, for a $20 donation fee, where a wide variety of pet-focused vendors such as The Happy Dog Barkery, Bow Wow Tique, Pampered Pooch Couture, and more will be featured along with breed specific rescue groups of all sorts from Shih Tzus to Shar Peis and many others. Pet owners may have their pets microchipped for $35, a fee which benefits the West Suburban Humane Society.

A blessing for the animals will be given at 10:00 a.m. to kick off the event, and the Skydogz Frisbee Team and the West Suburban Humane Society Alumni Agility Dogs will also perform. For the kids, there will be clowns, face painting, balloon sculptures, a “Kids and Kindness Zone,” scavenger hunt, and other games. Food trucks and food vendors will be onsite throughout the event with human food, dog treats, and refreshments for all. Barkapalooza will occur rain or shine, and there is no entry fee to attend plus parking is free and plentiful.

The adult event fee for the walkathon is $20, while children 12 and under may walk for free and all receive a free goody bag for registering in the walk. Walkers with $100 or more in collected pledges will have their registration fee waived and walk for free. Participants may set up fundraising websites by visiting www.firstgiving.com/wshs. Fundraising for the walkathon is not necessary to attend Barkapalooza, but it is highly encouraged.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ON SUNDAY, SEPT. 30: 9:30 a.m. – Early registration 10:00 a.m. – Blessing of the animals 10:15 a.m. – Walk begins 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – B-Noz the Clown: face painting, balloon sculpture, and games 12:00 p.m. – WSHS Alumni Agility Dog demonstration team 2:00 p.m. – Raffle winner announced EVENT DETAILS What: 25th Annual Barkapalooza When: Sunday, September 30, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. – rain or shine!

Where: Lisle Community Park 1825 Short Street, Lisle, Illinois Why: Benefitting the West Suburban Humane Society

University Church to Host Community Meeting On Affordable Housing University Church’s Affordable Housing Task Force Committee will hold a community meeting on affordable housing on Saturday, July 28th from 2pm to 4pm.

The meeting will cover affordable housing on the South Side of Chicago, and the solutions that people who live throughout the

South Side community want to see.

“Our goal is to hand the mic over to the community so that we can hear from them about their ideas on how to make affordable housing more of a reality. We as a faith community are concerned about issues of gentrification and people losing

their apartments and homes. We want to take our lead from the community on how best we can walk with them as they push for affordable housing solutions.” The meeting is free and open to the public.

For more information please contact: ucaffordablehousing@gmail.com.

CPL Invites Teens To Imagine Doing More Chicago Public Library invites teens to participate in the 2018 Teen Summer Challenge, Imagine Doing More!, available now through September 1. CPL challenges teens to make a positive impact in their local environment, individually, in pairs or groups. Teens choose one environment to investigate and change (natural, neighborhood or social-emotional), and one of four possible actions (volunteering, creating campaigns, developing projects or coordinating programs).

Learn more at chipublib.org/ImagineAtCPL. Teens are encouraged to sign up in-person at their neighborhood branch or online. The selfdirected challenge is easy for teens to follow with four phases of participation. Whether it’s pledging to reduce their carbon footprint, develop a blog, build a garden or create a photography exhibit, teens’ ideas and solutions for improving the environment will be shared and celebrated. Teens can potentially earn service-learning hours, see their work recognized on the CPL website, and develop experience relevant for college or a future job.

“At CPL, we believe that empowering teens to investigate what matters most to them, and guiding them to develop ideas and solutions to make a positive impact on that area, leads to a deeper connection with their summer learning and helps builds self-confidence,” said Chicago Public Library Commissioner Brian Bannon.

This year as part of the challenge, Imagine Doing More! invites teens to participate in partner institution challenges to improve the quality of their Chicago environment. All partner institutions will host Incubation Days at branches citywide to introduce unique real-world challenges for teens to solve, including: • Adler Planetarium: Reduce Light Pollution in Chicago!

• Chicago Architecture Foundation: Design Your Neighborhood!

• Chicago Botanic Garden: Defend Chicago’s

Native Pollinators!

• Environmental Law & Policy Center: Improve the Air We Breathe!

• WE: Make the World A More Inclusive Place!

As part of CPL’s commitment to nurture learning for all ages, CPL teen librarians and mentors create engaging and welcoming spaces designed to develop teens’ 21st century skills through interest-driven programs. Teen participants gain access to state-of the-art technology and digital resources, and discover connections to college and career pathways.

Programming, workshops, events and more take place year round at various CPL branches, including 12 dynamic YOUmedia locations. Designed to inspire collaboration and creativity, YOUmedia programs emphasize digital media, making and mentorship by engaging teens across a variety of core content areas including graphic design, photography, video, music, 2D/3D design, STEM and hands-on making. By the end of 2018, CPL will have 20 YOUmedia locations in branches citywide, including its flagship at Harold Washington Library Center, thanks to the support from Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the City of Chicago.

Imagine Doing More! is made possible thanks to the generous support of BMO Harris Bank, Allstate, the Hive Chicago Fund at Chicago Community Trust, the Susan Crown Exchange, the Oppenheimer Family Foundation, and other generous donors to the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Imagine Doing More! is running now through September 1. Use #ImagineAtCPL and #CPLteens on social media to join the conversation and follow YOUmedia on Twitter (@YOUmediaChicago), Facebook (youmediachicago) and Instagram (youmediachicago). To learn more about selfdirect activity guides, events and more, visit chipublib.org/ImagineAtCPL.

Arlington Park Race Track Adds More Experiences A new study reveals that 74 percent of Americans believe having “experiences” is more important than having “stuff ”. That statistic includes Baby Boomers and Millennials. Now, Arlington Park in Arlington Heights, wants you to experience Race Day to create memorable moments with family, friends or colleagues.

“We brainstorm new and fresh ideas to keep customers and clients coming back for another race ‘round the track’, “ says Arlington Park GM Tony Petrillo.

“The Million Room Mixers are a great example of how we are always trying new things and this Happy Hour format was very popular on the first one.”

EVENTS THIS SUMMER: 1 Million Room Mixers on Aug. 3, Sept. 7 1 The first Friday of each month from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. start the weekend off early and catch the action in style from the elevated platform of the Million Room 2 City of Chicago Day is Sunday, Aug. 26 honoring the Chicago Police Mounted Patrol 3 Good Day Arlington TV Show 1 Airs live every Saturday at 11 a.m. on NBC Sports Chicago 2 The show touches on news, weather, sports, pop culture and Arlington news.

3 The show is hosted by Howard Sudberry, Emmy Award winning Chicago TV personality and co-hosted by Alyssa Ali, a veteran of national TV broadcasts.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. honored during the HollyRod Foundation Design Gala with the “Matthew T. Robinson, Jr. Award of Courage” in Malibu, California In a poignant letter filled with hope and love, courage and the commitment to carry on, Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., announced to the world last year that he was battling Parkinson’s, “a disease that bested my father.”

Since then, Rev. Jackson has shared his story of disease and determination countless times as he crisscrosses the country and navigates the globe in the crusade for peace and justice.

“God continues to give me new opportunities to serve,” Rev. Jackson

wrote. “This diagnosis is personal, but it is more than that. It is an opportunity for me to use my voice to help in finding a cure for a disease that afflicts 7 to 10 million worldwide.

Some 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s every year.”

On Saturday, July 14, 2018, Rev. Jackson was honored at the starstudded, celebrity-packed HollyRod Foundation DesignCare gala in Malibu, Ca., for his fight against Parkinson’s and his determination to continue serving and inspiring.

The gala was a a fundraiser for the

www.thechicagocitizen.com

foundation, dedicated to providing compassionate care to those living with autism and Parkinson’s disease.

“Inspired by a father and a son,” HollyRod was formed in 1997 by actress, Holly Robinson Peete and her husband and former NFL quarterback, Rodney Peete, who were also married by Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. They share history, a commitment to social causes and to this cause, especially.

Ms. Robinson Peete’s father, Matthew T. Robinson, Jr., like Rev. Jackson’s father, was “bested” by

Parkinson’s. The Peete’s eldest son, RJ, was diagnosed with autism.

Rev. Jackson received the “Matthew T. Robinson, Jr. Award of Courage.”

“I will continue to try to instill hope in the hopeless, expand our democracy to the disenfranchised and free innocent prisoners around the world,” Jackson wrote in his Parkinson’s announcement, adding, “As we continue in the struggle for human rights, remember that God will see us through, even in our midnight moments.”

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Chatham/ SE

REAL ESTATE AC 7-11-2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.- MONIQUE MCINTOSH, KAREN HUDSON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER AS THE SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR OPRA P. MCINTOS, DECEASED Defendants 09 CH 052100 2222 W. 81ST PLACE CHICAGO, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 18, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 20, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2222 W. 81ST PLACE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-31-118-006.

The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted.

The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 7949876 Please refer to file number 1416-08009. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-08009 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 09 CH 052100 TJSC#: 38-4459 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I3090700 ____________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION URBAN PARTNERSHIP BANK, AS ASSIGNEE OF THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION, AS RECEIVER FOR SHOREBANK Plaintiff,-v.CURTIS BRIGGS, HILDA BRIGGS, CAPTAIN CURT'S BAR-B-Q INC., CAPTAIN CURT'S FOOD PRODUCTS INC., UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, STATE OF ILLINOIS, URBAN PARTNERSHIP BANK, AS ASSIGNEE OF THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION, AS RECEIVER FOR SHOREBANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD

CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 159 8137 SOUTH PRAIRIE PARK PLACE Chicago, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 23, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 24, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8137 SOUTH PRAIRIE PARK PLACE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-34124-053. The real estate is improved with a townhouse. The judgment amount was $1,790,116.15. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: Aaron D. White, Jr., CHUHAK & TECSON, P.C., 30 S. WACKER DRIVE, STE. 2600, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 444-9300 Please refer to file number 21457.44716. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. Aaron D. White, Jr. CHUHAK & TECSON, P.C. 30 S. WACKER DRIVE, STE. 2600 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 4449300 Fax #: (312) 444-9027 E-Mail: AWhite@chuhak.com Attorney File No. 21457.44716 Attorney Code.

70693 Case Number: 15 CH 159 TJSC#: 38-4408 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3091082 ____________________________ AC7-18-2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP Plaintiff, -v.- CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CHICAGO TITLE AND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED SEPTEMBER 15, 1970, AND

KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 55749, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING BY AND THROUGH THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 18 CH 01150 8559 S. DANTE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 16, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 31, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8559 S. DANTE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-35410-020-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $128,219.85. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number 2120-14544. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 4221 7 5 4 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-14544 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 18 CH 01150 TJSC#: 384278 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3088417 ____________________________ AC 7-25-2018

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.- BRIAN K. FRANKLIN, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Defendants 2018 CH 00097 7942 S. KINGSTON AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 5, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 7, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7942 S. KINGSTON AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 21-31102-024-0000. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 7949876 Please refer to file number 1417-18240. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-18240 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 00097 TJSC#: 38-4813 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I3092891 ___________________________ SW7-25-2018 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CALIBER HOME LOANS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL THOMAS, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS FOR THE USE OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY Defendants 2017 CH 6096 7931 SOUTH CLYDE AVENUE Chicago, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 20, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 20, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL,

60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7931 SOUTH CLYDE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60617 Property Index No. 20-36202-012-0000. The real estate is improved with a 2 flat multi-family residence with 2-4 units. The judgment amount was $159,502.77.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are

admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., LPA, 180

N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 2400, Chicago, IL 60601, (312) 782-9676 FAX 312-782-4201 Please refer to file number WWR#10143438. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. WELTMAN, WEINBERG & REIS CO., LPA 180 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 2400 Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 782-9676 Fax #: (312) 782-4201 E-Mail: ChicagoREDG@weltman.com Attorney File No. WWR#10143438 Attorney Code. 31495 Case Number: 2017 CH 6096 TJSC#: 385822 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ____________________________

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This program, administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Illinois Department on Aging, gives financial assistance to adult day care service so that nutritious meals can be integrated with nonresidential care services. The goal of the program is to improve the diets of participants. The meals and snacks served meet standards established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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abandoned at 46 SUndance Ct., Matteson, Il 60448 by contacting firm below. If not retrieved propety will be disposed of Contact Brown and MacnNal (708) 439-7908. _______________________________

Listed below are the USDA Income Eligibility Guidelines which are effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. The amount of reimbursement received by Day’s Adult Day Care & Personal Care Providers is based on the number of enrolled participants whose family income is below: Income Eligibility guidelines effective July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 FREE MEAL CATEGORY If income is at or below: Family Size

Yearly

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3.

4.

5.

Each Additional Family Member

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Monthly

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$304 $412 $520 $628 $736 Each Additional Family Member

Janice Garth Sales Manager General Manager

William Garth Sr. CEO Emeritus

Editorial

$108

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REDUCED-PRICE MEAL CATEGORY If income is at or between: Monthly Yearly $15,783-$22,459 $21,399-$30,451 $27,015-$38,443 $32,631-$46,435 $38,247-$54,427

$1,317-$1,872 $1,785-$2,538 $2,253-$3,201 $2,721-$3.873 $3,189-$4,536

Each Additional Family Member $5,617-$7,992

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PUBLIC NOTICE Day’s Adult Day & Personal Care Providers, Inc., announces its participation in the USDA ‘s Child and Adult Care Food Program. The same meals will be served at no separate charge to enrolled participants at the following site (s): DAY’s Adult Day & Personal Care Providers, Inc., 2453-55 E. 75th Street, hours of service: 7:00AM until 6:00 PM Monday thru Friday.

$305-$432 $413-$586 $521-$740 $629-$893 $737-$1,047 $109-$154

DAY’s Adult Day Care Program does not discriminate in admission to programs or activities in compliance with the Civil Rights Act.The same meals will be served at no separate charge to enrolled participants at the center listed below and will be provided in accordance with federal law and United States Department of Agriculture policy. Institutions are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).

For further information,contact:DAY’s Adult Day & Personal Care Providers, Inc., 2453-55 E 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60649-1375, Phone (773) 363-7770.

ATTN: Harriet Day/Administrator.

Email: nuday2806@yahoo.com __________________________________ On Saturday August 18, 2018 a mechanics lien sale will take place at Lightning Fast Inc: 17140 S. Cicero Ave C. C. Hills Il. 60478 the debt owed for repairs done and storage on the following vehicles: 2003 Chevy Trailblazer 1GNET16S836158655 amount owed $1,900.00 Owners Ryan D. Connor and Kimberly Schumacher lien holder Crestwood Auto Auction 14106 S. Cicero Crestwood Ill. 60445 A. 2002 Ford Escape 1FMYU04102KC37097 amount owed $1,800 owner Micheal P. Noble lien holder Illinois Title Loan Inc 10164 Watson RD Saint Louis Mo. 63127 will begin at 12 noon and finish at 2 pm. All sales are cash or major credit card. __________________________________ To unknown person of heirs you have 30 days to identify and claim vehicle

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