South Suburban Citizen 2-15-2023

HARPER TO PROMOTE FOOD ACCESS, ENVIRONMENT, SOCIAL EQUITY WITH NEW COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS

CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, will continue to be an advocate for environmental sustainability, fiscal accountability, public safety and equal justice through her newly assigned committees.

“I am excited to join my colleagues in addressing some of the most important and pressing problems facing our state,” Harper said. “My experience on these issues will bring an important perspective to the discussion of policies that promise to move Illinois forward.”

Harper was named to the Energy & Environment Committee, as she has been a tireless advocate for sustainable farming and energy in the past, and she helped to pass the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act in 2021 while a part of this committee. She will also continue as a member of both the Revenue & Finance Committee and the Appropriations: Public Safety Committee.

Harper was also named to the Immigration & Human Rights Committee for the first time, where she will continue her long track record of making sure that historically disadvantaged and disinvested communities, including immigrants and communities of color remain safe and represented.

“It is my honor to serve on these committees once again, and I am proud to join the Immigration and Human Rights Committee,” said Harper. “Being on these committees will help me to make sure that vulnerable individuals and communities throughout our state have a voice to advocate for them. That’s one of the most important things a just and well-conceived government does and I value this opportunity to further that process.”

Harper’s office is reachable at 773-925-6580 or repsonyaharper@gmail.com.

APPROXIMATELY 190 ILLINOIS ARMY NATIONAL GUARD SOLDIERS MOBILIZE FOR OVERSEAS MISSION

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Approximately 190 Soldiers from the Illinois Army National Guard’s 1st Assault Helicopter Battalion, 106th Aviation Regiment, based in Peoria, and Company B, 935th Aviation Support Battalion, based in Kankakee, mobilized for an overseas mission to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in a ceremony Feb. 7 at the 182nd Airlift Wing, in Peoria.

During the deployment the unit will provide aviation support to U.S. forces in the Middle East.

The UH-60V Blackhawk helicopter is an upgrade to the Blackhawk helicopter currently used by the U.S. Army, the UH-60L, with a comprehensive cockpit redesign which replaces the legacy analog instrumentation with a fully open, digital, and integrated avionic suite.

Pritzker also thanked the family, friends, and employers of the 106th’s Soldiers.

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton told the Soldiers it was an honor to join family and friends to show her gratitude and commitment to supporting their service.

Stratton said for many of the Soldiers and their families, this deployment is a familiar turn on the road of life, but she wanted to remind the Soldiers and their families, whether it’s a first deployment or just one more deployment, there are resources available for both Soldiers and their families if they are in need.

Neely reminded the Soldiers the Illinois National Guard celebrates its 300th year of service in 2023 and they are a part of that 300-year history.

School District Superintendent wants support for educators and students

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Thomas, who grew up on the West side of Chicago, worked for the Department of Children and Family Services for 4 years. He also worked at Hartgrove Hospital and at the Chicago Public Schools. He has been a school administrator for about 15 years. The last 11 have been as a school superintendent. Thomas describes Rich Township High School District as one that includes people with different viewpoints and diverse experiences.

“There are some very beautiful people who live in the community. They fight every day, not only for their children, but for their community. One of the things I have tried to do in my leadership is to try to bring us together as a people, try to figure out a way to rally support around our most important asset, which is our children, and get them to understand they have gifts we need to uncover,” Thomas said.

Thomas believes there is a foundation of love that people need to get back to. When it comes to challenges in schools and school districts, Thomas said he is worried about the way teachers and educators are supported, not only financially but socioemotionally.

Thomas has not seen a pipeline of teachers coming into the field, which concerns him. He believes that people need to come together and rally around the field of education, specifically retirement age and pension.

“Right now, in our Tier2 systems, teachers can’t retire until the age of 67. With us having to compete with talent and you have other professional organizations that can offer better benefits, better supports, the talent pool is being drawn away from education. We as a community have to figure a way out to inspire the next generation of educators. Because if we don’t it’s going to be tough moving into the future,” he said.

Thomas acknowledged that one of the lessons learned during the pandemic is patience. There was trauma that was not anticipated. While a sense of normalcy is coming back, the way technology is used in schools will remain. It has opened up different teaching modalities the district can use to support the education that is happening in the classroom. Rich Township School District 227 is taking advantage of that by offering different career pathways to its students, based on what they want to do with their lives. “We are really working hard to be more inspiring than mandating for our children and I think that’s going to create a more well-rounded individual for our society,” Thomas said.

Project 10 Million, a partnership between the School District and T-Mobile, provided mobile hotspots to students and families. It helped with the internet divide that was exposed during the pandemic when students had to engage in remote learning, which required devices and internet access. Thomas said it has been a game changer for the School District because those families now have connectivity. The School District also provided Google Chromebooks to the students.

While Thomas agrees that young people need to learn how to read and write, he believes those things are possible if they are loved. From what he sees, people have forgotten about the children, that they need constant love and admiration from adults.

“We need to show up when they’re doing positive things. We need to promote the positive experiences they are contributing to our community and our society. So much of what I see happening with our population of children, which is predominantly Black and Brown students, is they’re only painted in a negative light. We need to get back to showing up when they have a play … showing up when they have a spelling bee and clap and cheer and wrap our arms around them,” he said.

For more information about Rich Township High School District 227, visit www.rich227.org.

Treasurer Frerichs Invites Nonprofits to Apply for $200,000 in Grants Available Through Charitable Trust Program

SPRINGFIELD – Small nonprofits that provide people with food or workforce and economic development assistance are encouraged to apply for funding through the Charitable Trust Stabilization Program, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said. Grant applications will be accepted through March 31.

“The Charitable Trust program offers an excellent opportunity for small non-profit organizations to have an even greater impact on the people they serve,” said Frerichs, whose office manages the program. “These grants will play an important role in helping organizations to fulfill their missions of feeding, employing, and training people in need.”

The Charitable Trust Stabilization Fund assists small nonprofits with annual budgets of $1 million or less. The fund’s money comes from filing fees that nonprofits pay when incorporating in the state of Illinois – not from personal or property tax dollars.

For the first grant cycle of 2023, up to $200,000 is available. The maximum award amount is $20,000 for each organization. An independent 11-member committee, which oversees the management and guidelines of the fund, will select the grant recipients.

Previous grant recipients are eligible to apply if the term of their grant has been complete for at least one

calendar year.

Since the grant program was established in 2017, more than $3.9 million has been awarded to 192 nonprofit organizations through the Charitable Trust Stabilization Fund.

The second Charitable Trust grant cycle of 2023, running from July 1 to September 30, will award grants to nonprofits that provide people with housing or workforce and economic development assistance. Visit ilcharitabletrust.com to complete an application online or contact the treasurer’s office at (217) 836-4590.

As Illinois State Treasurer, Michael Frerichs (FRAIR’-iks) is the state’s Chief Investment and Banking Officer and actively manages approximately $52 billion. The portfolio includes $26 billion in state funds, $17 billion in retirement and college savings plans and $9 billion on behalf of local and state governments. Frerichs’ office protects consumers by safeguarding more than $3.5 billion in unclaimed property, encouraging savings plans for college or trade school, increasing financial education among all ages, assisting people with disabilities to save without losing government benefits, and removing barriers to a secure retirement. The Treasurer’s Office predates Illinois incorporation in 1818. Voters in 1848 chose to make it an elected office.

Gov. Pritzker Announces Rodney Boyd Becomes Highest-Ranking Black, Officer of Color in Illinois National Guard History

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Chicago native receives 2nd star, promoting him to Major General

CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker announced that Brigadier General Rodney Boyd, the Assistant Adjutant General – Army of the Illinois National Guard and the Commander of the Illinois Army National Guard, has been promoted to Major General. This makes him the highest-ranking Black and officer of color in the nearly 300-year history of the Illinois National Guard.

General Boyd, who grew up on Chicago’s South Side, received his second star promotion during a ceremony at the Carver Military Academy in Chicago, where Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton officiated.

“The promotion of Rodney Boyd to Major General is a tremendous milestone for the Illinois National Guard and a major step forward for our state,” said Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton. “As we turn to the voices of leaders and trailblazers this Black History Month, I’m proud to raise up General Boyd for making his mark and contributing to this chapter of American History. His leadership and dedication to service has built a legacy that will inspire future generations to reach new heights.”

General Boyd expressed feeling humbled and honored to be promoted to Major General. He said officers like Brig. Gen. (retired) Alicia Tate-Nadeau, the highest-ranking female officer in the history of the Illinois National Guard, and Lt. Col. (retired) Tammy Duckworth, who is now in the U.S. Senate and helped confirm his promotion, have helped pave the way for him as well as many future Illinois National Guard leaders.

General Neely. I have many teachers and role models to thank – people who motivated a kid from the South Side of Chicago to find success in life. I’m also grateful for many historical leaders in the Illinois National Guard and the military. I see tremendous talent coming up through the ranks now. There are leaders from many different backgrounds. It is the job of senior leaders to mentor and develop their replacements. I see that happening at all levels in the Illinois National Guard.”

General Boyd grew up on the South Side of Chicago, often passing by the General Jones Armory and participating in the Bud Billiken Parade as a child. Seeing the service members parade by inspired him to join the Marine Corps in 1982. After completing his obligation as a Marine, he joined the Illinois Army National Guard.

In August 1990, he received his commission as a second lieutenant from the Officer Candidate School at Camp Lincoln, Springfield. He took on progressively more challenging staff and command assignments in logistics, plans, and operations, and deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Kuwait. He commanded the 1644th Transportation Company, the 405th Brigade Support Battalion, and the 108th Sustainment Brigade. His first assignment as a general officer was as the Assistant Chief of Staff J4 (Joint Logistics Wartime) for U.S. Forces Korea. Governor JB Pritzker appointed him as the Assistant Adjutant General – Army of the Illinois National Guard and Commander of the Illinois Army National Guard on July 1, 2021.

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PETERS PROMOTES DCFS SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

CHICAGO – State Senator Robert Peters is encouraging current and former youth under the care of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services to apply for the 2023 DCFS Scholarship Program.

“Furthering education is often a pathway of employment stability,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “This scholarship opportunity can reinforce gaps in financial and social equity that young adults who have experienced the DCFS system have potentially missed out on.”

The DCFS Scholarship Program is open to youth who have an open DCFS case, whose cases were closed through adoption or guardianship, or who aged out of care at 18 or older. Youth who are at least 16 years old and not yet 21 on March 31 may apply. The program will award 53 academic scholarships in total.

Scholarship recipients are selected based on their scholastic record, community and extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, and a written personal statement. Recipients will receive up to five consecutive years of tuition and academic fee waivers to be used at participating Illinois state community colleges and universities, a monthly grant of $1,506 to offset other expenses and a medical card.

“The DCFS Scholarship Program is an important tool to help alleviate the numerous expenses and stressors that accumulate while transitioning from high-school to college,” Peters said.

Applications are due by March 31. More information and the application are available at any DCFS regional office or online at www2.illinois.gov/dcfs under “DCFS Features” on the homepage.

Students or caregivers may also call the DCFS Office of Education and Transition Services at 217-557-2689 with questions about the application process or for more information.

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He also pointed to Brig. Gen. Walt Whitfield, who commanded the 33rd Separate Infantry Brigade and was the last Black general in the Illinois National Guard before General Boyd, and Brig. Gen. Richard Jones who lent his name to the General Jones Armory on the South Side of Chicago, established the integrated 178th Infantry Regiment out of the all-Black “Fighting” 8th Infantry Regiment, and served as the U.S. Ambassador to Liberia.

“I stand on the shoulders of giants to achieve this second star. There are many minority leaders who have made their mark on the proud history of the Illinois National Guard. Seeing someone that looks like you in the upper echelons can serve as an inspiration. A historic achievement like this never belongs to one person. I have my family to thank, especially Darlene, my wife of 32 years who has inspired and supported me through all the deployments and military commitments,” said General Boyd. “I have multiple mentors to thank, including my boss, Major

In addition to his military achievements, General Boyd worked in law enforcement for decades. He served with the Bellwood Police Department for 23 years, working his way up from a patrolman in 1990 to the Chief of Police from 2011 to 2013. After retiring from the Bellwood Police Department, General Boyd worked as a vice president for operations for JP Morgan Bank and as a supervisory criminal investigator for the Northwestern University Police Department. He worked for AASKI Technology Inc., which supports the Army National Guard Mission Command Training Support Program, prior to being appointed Commander of the Illinois Army National Guard.

General Boyd has been a lifelong learner. His professional military education includes the U.S. Army War College, the Joint Combined Warfighter Course, and the Dual-Status Commander Course. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminology from Northern Illinois University, a Master of Arts degree in Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and a second Master of Arts degree in Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College.

UNIVERISTY PARK – Governors State University is among one of 21 higher education institutions that have been awarded funding from the Illinois Board of Higher Education in the second round of Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund grants, State Senator Patrick Joyce announced Friday.

“Many of our state’s higher education students struggled with hard times academically as a result of the pandemic,” said Joyce (D-Essex). “In order for students to get back on the right track, it’s important that universities are providing resources for them in order to grow and be successful.”

This is the second round of GEER grants to Illinois institutions of higher education to help mitigate the effects of the pandemic. More than $10.5 million in grants have been distributed to 21 universities in the state, both public and private institutions. Governors State University has been awarded over $445,000 as a result of the second round of grants.

These funds will help institutions better support students in their journey toward degree completion by improving the accessibility of academic advising and counseling resources and enhancing the quality of learning through digital tools and educator professional development. Grant funds will also help institutions invest in infrastructure for mental health and wellness by addressing gaps in mental health services on campus and improving the availability of counseling services.

“College can already be a difficult transition for groups of people who have historically been left behind, and COVID did not make it any easier,” said Joyce. “I’m glad that the Board of Higher Education has acknowledged this and is enabling colleges in the state to help our students.”

For more information about the second round of GEER grants and to see a complete list of grant recipients, visit IBHE’s website.

Fintech Platform Stackwell Redefines the Meaning of Black Wealth

BOSTON , PRNewswire -- Stackwell, the digital investment platform designed to eliminate the racial wealth gap, announced the start of its Redefining Black Wealth campaign to showcase the meaning of “wealth” through the spirit of who the Black community is – innovative, successful and inspiring. The campaign transforms Black History Month into an ongoing observance and celebration of Black excellence beyond the month of February. Redefining Black Wealth begins with a text message affirmation program designed to reinforce investor identity within the Black community and increase participation in the financial markets.

“Starting with Black History Month 2023, Stackwell is going to redefine the meaning of Black wealth. We are going to showcase our wealth through the spirit of who we are, our community, culture, art and our dreams,” said Stackwell founder and CEO Trevor Rozier-Byrd. “For us, Black history, like our wealth, are the things we inherit and the things we pass along. By changing the perspective of what wealth looks like, and who investing is for, we will encourage and empower more people in the Black community to participate in the financial markets as a means towards growing long-term sustainable wealth.”

Black-Owned Businesses Fuel Economic Impact with Growth and Optimism

WASHINGTON, PRNewswire -- Black entrepreneurship is on the rise, benefitting both local communities and the U.S. economy, according to SCORE, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. This Black History Month, SCORE is celebrating America’s more than two million Black-owned small businesses and offering support and resources to Black entrepreneurs who want to launch or grow a business.

Black entrepreneurship is on the rise, benefitting both local communities and the U.S. economy, according to SCORE.

“As new small business applications continue at a record-setting pace, Black business owners are thriving, but face unique challenges no matter what their business stage. SCORE is here to provide the tools to meet and overcome these challenges on the road to success,” said SCORE CEO Bridget Weston.

In a recent SCORE data report, Black business owners reported a 23% uptick in annual revenue growth – twice as fast as overall U.S. employer-businesses. Black-owned small businesses also added employees at double the rate of all other U.S. businesses. Despite these gains, Black entrepreneurs struggle to find funding, citing difficulty securing loans or a lack of trusted banking relationships.

A free, virtual SCORE webinar, “How To Find Funding Opportunities For Black-Owned Businesses,” on Feb. 7 will discuss financial opportunities avail-

able to the Black community. Click here to register or learn more. “The key is to learn what the different options are, where to find them and most importantly, how to qualify,” explains presenter Phyllis Johnson of PKJ Consulting.

In addition to offering small business workshops and training, SCORE’s nationwide network of expert business mentors can provide Black business owners with critical guidance and connections, customized to the needs of each entrepreneur. Mentoring can take place in-person, virtually or via email and is always free of charge.

“Without my mentor and SCORE, I would not have been able to get the funding I needed to grow,” says Lenora Ebule, SCORE Memphis client and founder of Bailan Spice. “I started with one store with one product and I have gone to an entire range of nine products in more than 30 stores, including Kroger. Working with SCORE has helped me tremendously and I believe it would help any business.”

Visit SCORE for Black Entrepreneurs to learn more.

Since its launch nearly 60 years ago, SCORE has helped more than 11 million entrepreneurs start or grow a business. SCORE’s 10,000 volunteers provide free mentoring, workshops and educational services nationwide. Visit SCORE at www.score.org. Follow @SCOREMentors on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

Funded [in part] through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The text affirmation program has launched. Individuals who text “Black Wealth” to (833) 536-5416 will receive daily text affirmations from Stackwell related to financial wellness, investor identity and general tips and motivations for living a full and prosperous life. This program seeks to expand on the investment insights and education delivered through the Stackwell app to address and remove the social, emotional and cultural barriers to investing, one text at a time.

Throughout Black History Month, Stackwell will also co-host a number of financial wellness events and celebrations of Black community and culture with its NBA partners, including:

Financial wellness and investment workshops for Black college students, small business owners, and entrepreneurs in Detroit, Minneapolis, New Orleans and Washington, D.C.;

Presenting sponsorship of the New Orleans Pelicans’ HBCU Night game and related activities celebrating Black culture in New Orleans; Presenting sponsorship of the Washington Wizards’ “Our Community, Our History” Black History Month campaign, which is designed to celebrate the achievement and commemorate African Americans’ contributions to our country’s history and culture; and

Supporting sponsorship of the Detroit Pistons’ Black History Month Pistons Equality scholarship event supporting local graduating high school seniors.

Stackwell will announce new initiatives and programming throughout the year, including new community-based efforts across the U.S., in an effort to sustain the campaign and increase the company’s impact within the Black community on a national scale.

“Black history is not just about remembrance; it’s about what we are doing today, and the course we are charting for our future and that of future generations. Our campaign begins in February, but challenges us all to honor our current history and celebrate our successes year-round,” added Rozier-Byrd.

To join the daily affirmation text program, text “Black Wealth” to (833) 536-5416. Download the Stackwell app now in the App Store or Google Play Store.

Stackwell Capital, Inc., is a fintech company that has created a digital investment platform for the Black community that is designed to eliminate the racial wealth gap in America. Stackwell provides the financial investment tools and guidance necessary to help build lasting wealth, equity, and equal opportunity. Stackwell is a member of the 2022 Financial Solutions Lab, and MassChallenge U.S. Early Stage accelerator programs. For more information, visit stackwellcapital.com.

Lenora Ebule, founder of Black- and woman-owned business Bailan Spice, successfully funded and scaled her startup with support from her SCORE mentor. PRNewsFoto.

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Landmarks Illinois awards more than $25,000 in grant funding to preservation projects across the state

CHICAGO – Landmarks Illinois has awarded $25,500 in grant funding to preservation projects in the communities of Chicago, Effingham, El Paso, Gibson City, Macomb and Middletown. The matching grants were awarded through Landmarks Illinois’ Preservation Heritage Fund and Barbara C. and Thomas E. Donnelley II Preservation Fund for Illinois grant programs.

Preservation Heritage Fund grant recipients

Landmarks Illinois’ Preservation Heritage Fund grants are intended to provide monetary assistance to significant structures or sites in Illinois that are under threat of demolition, in imminent deterioration, in need of stabilization, in need of structural or reuse evaluation or need to be evaluated for landmark eligibility.

A total of $23,000 has been awarded to five Illinois preservation efforts in this latest round of grant funding. Visit our website to learn more about each grant recipient.

• First Baptist Congregational Church, Chicago: $5,000 to make roof repairs on the iconic church in Chicago’s West Loop constructed in 1869-1871.

• Project XV Museum, El Paso: $5,000 to make necessary repairs, including window replacement and electrical upgrades, to the historic Legacy Building, which Project XV

Corp. is currently repurposing into Illinois’ first voting rights museum.

• Gibson City Restoration Association, Gibson City: $5,000 to make priority repairs on the Burwell Building, an 1883 building on the city’s commercial corridor named after Gibson City’s first banker, MT Burwell.

• Western Illinois Museum, Macomb: $3,000 to repoint the Old Macomb Motors building, home to the Western Illinois Museum.

• Knapp Chesnut Becker Historical Society, Middletown: $5,000 for masonry and roof repairs to the historical society’s 1840 Federal-style building, which is thought to be one of the oldest brick structures in Logan County Donnelley Preservation Fund grant recipients

The Barbara C. and Thomas E. Donnelley II Preservation Fund for Illinois provides monetary assistance to preserve or protect significant structures and sites in Illinois that are under threat of demolition, in imminent deterioration, in need of stabilization, in need of structural or reuse evaluation or need to be evaluated for landmark eligibility. One project was awarded a grant through this latest round of funding. Visit our website to learn more about the grant recipient.

• The Heart Theatre, Effingham: $2,500 to conduct a feasibility study on the historic, Art

Deco cinema that was recently purchased by a new owner who is working with the City of Effingham to rehabilitate the vacant property. More about Landmarks Illinois grants Landmarks Illinois grants are given on a matching basis, requiring the recipient to raise funds equal or greater to the Landmarks Illinois grant amount. Landmarks Illinois grant funding is used toward preserving historic and significant places in communities throughout the state. Often, these small grants help spark community engagement around the preservation of a place and help boost local fundraising efforts for the preservation project.

Grant applications for the next round of funding through the Preservation Heritage Fund and Barbara C. and Thomas E. Donnelley II Preservation Fund for Illinois grant programs are due April 1. Visit our website to learn more about our grant programs.

About Landmarks Illinois

We are People Saving Places for People. Landmarks Illinois is a membership-based, historic preservation nonprofit organization serving the people of Illinois. We inspire and empower stakeholders to save places that matter to them by providing free guidance, practical and financial resources and access to strategic partnerships. For more information, visit www.Landmarks.org.

A total of $23,000 has been awarded to five Illinois preservation efforts in this latest round of grant funding.

Shoe Gummi, a Revolutionary New Outer-Sole Technology for High Heel Comfort, Makes Insoles a Thing of the Past

LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire -- Shoe Gummi, the world’s first and only outer-sole technology designed to prevent foot discomfort caused by high heels has rounded out a milestone year-over-year (YoY) growth for 2022, the company achieved an impressive 247% increase in sales compared to the same period in the previous year. Shoe Gummi quickly became a viral product, purchased by influencers, celebrities, women and high heel wearers around the world, the high-demand caused most items to sell out on numerous occasions.

This marks Shoe Gummi’s third consecutive year of growth and a major milestone to solidify its position as an innovative leader in the footwear orthotics industry. With over 40,000 pairs sold worldwide since its launch.

“We are thrilled to see such positive results,” said Shantel Jackson, CEO & Inventor of Shoe Gummi, “This success is thanks to the hard work and dedication of our team, and the support of our valued customers. We ended the year on a high note and are confident that our momentum will continue into 2023 and strengthen our position as an industry leader.”

Shoe Gummi attributes its growth to several key factors, including its commitment to innovation, the expansion of its product line to offer multiple colours, size ranges including small, medium and large, an all new pointed style as well as the implementation of new social media marketing strategies. The company also credits its strong media

partnerships and on-going press coverage.

Officially on the market since 2019, Shoe Gummi’s patented technology was engineered by entrepreneur, inventor, actress and influencer, Shantel Jackson. Jackson appeared on the cover of numerous industry and entrepreneurial publications and media outlets, sharing the story of her innovation gaining widespread exposure and brand visibility. Among many of the highlights that rounded out the fiscal year-end include Jackson being awarded “Entrepreneur of the Year Award” by Coffea Magazine for her vision and development of Shoe Gummi.

Shoe Gummi gained millions of views and hundreds of thousands likes and shares across Tik Tok, Instagram and Facebook. The company rebranded their website and new logo with plans to expand the product line and eventually wholesale, the products are currently sold exclusively online at www.shoegummi.com.

Shoe Gummi is the world’s first outer-sole technology designed to prevent foot discomfort caused by high heels by relieving the pressure off the balls of the feet. It is the only orthotic of its kind. Proving the design’s originality as truly the first orthotic placed on the outside of a high heel, the company was successfully patented in 2018 and officially on the market in 2019.

For more information or to make a purchase, visit: www.shoegummi.com. Follow @shoegummi on Instagram and Tik Tok.

Sports Superstar Lisa Leslie Joins Jelenew, a Women’s Cycling Wear Brand Created by Former Chanel’s haute couture core member

EDISON, N.J., PRNewswire -- Recently, NBA legend and Hall of Famer Lisa Leslie officially announced that she had joined Jelenew, the world’s first performance cycling couture apparel and lifestyle brand co-founded by former Chanel’s haute couture pattern maker DI. She would serve as the chief brand strategy officer at the company.

The announcement is Lisa Leslie’s first foray into a sport other than basketball, which not only makes Jelenew a topic of conversation but also draws more and more attention to Jelenew, bringing a different Jelenew to the public. This will help the brand fulfill its mission to promote women’s cycling worldwide” and better expand the influence of women’s cycling in society and empower women in the process.

Lisa Leslie is one of the best female athletes of all time and has had an outstanding WNBA career. She was a two-time WNBA Champion, eight-time WNBA All-Star selection, and four-time Olympic Gold Medalist. In addition, she was the first woman to slam dunk in a professional game. She was inducted into both the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame and the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame.

Since retiring from basketball, Lisa Leslie has challenged herself with multiple roles - coach, team owner, commentator, and founder of a high-end investment firm. In addition, she has been committed to advancing the status of women in sports, striving to expand the influence of women in sports through her own efforts, encouraging women to be empowered through sports, discover themselves, and assert themselves.

This aligns with the mission of Jelenew, the brand that Lisa Leslie has joined. Jelenew was born out of the cycling passion of a luxury haute couture pattern maker. At that time, DI, the founding member and design director of Jelenew, graduated from ESMOD in France, one of the four major design schools in the world, and worked in the core team of Chanel Haute Couture, where he specialized in using haute couture drape tailoring techniques to make

the perfect “fit and comfort” clothes that conform to women’s body structure.

Once at work, a customer’s dissatisfaction with the design of cycling clothes in the market made him pay attention to the design of cycling clothes. He bought a lot of cycling clothes home and found that women’s cycling clothes were designed and produced according to the straighter structuring of men’s bodies, and even the details of the design did not take into account the unique characteristics of women’s bodies. Di felt the need to make a change and decided to leave the field of couture to enter the cycling industry, joining the founding team of Jelenew.

DI, the design director of Jelenew, was one of the core members of Chanel’s haute couture. He specializes in haute couture drape-tailoring technology to create comfortable clothing with the perfect fit that truly fits women’s unique physiology. DI passed on this tradition from Chanel to Jelenew, and applies the French drape-tailoring technique and cutting-edge technology that bring together cycling functionality and high-end aesthetics.

Jelenew developed a unique CurveTec system based on the

knowledge in apparel structuring to create cycling apparel that truly fits the female-specific ergonomics and women cyclists’ needs. Jelenew aims to deliver a figure-hugging fit and a protective pedaling experience like never before. With the proprietary design and construction, which supports women’s bodies tightly and comfortably like a perfect hug, women cyclists get to enjoy the pure joy of cycling with optimized performance and comfortability.

DI said that Ms. Coco Chanel is an icon of the 19th century women’s liberation, and now he wants to inherit this legacy and pass it on to the world of cycling. Je in French means “I,” le in French means everything, and “new” represents new definition and new creation; he wants to bring the world the latest things. This is the meaning of the name JELENEW and the original intention of the brand.

Lisa Leslie admires what Jelenew and DI are doing. “As a professional athlete for over 12 years, I truly understand the power and inspiration sports can bring to women. Cycling is a great sport that is so fun, yet under-represented by women, and we want to change that,” Lisa Leslie said at the official announcement of her joining Jelenew. “Jelenew challenges the status quo by creating a vision truly from a woman’s perspective. We want to applaud the PMC for its relentless fight against cancer. I believe women are born fighters and warriors, and at Jelenew, we are all about empowering women and promoting a healthy lifestyle through the great sport of cycling, so it is only natural for us to partner with the PMC.” In Lisa’s official video, she is seen donning the latest Jelenew cycling apparel while pedaling down the beach and admiring the stunning surroundings.

On Feb. 4, Lisa Leslie proudly represented Jelenew at the PMCwinter Cycle event. The event was a fundraising ride to support cancer patients, and Lisa was proud to join many other riders in the first round of racing.

Shantel Jackson, Shoe Gummi CEO & Inventor

Jelenew Incorporated

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot Announces $11M in DCASE Grants for Chicago

Nonprofit Arts Organizations—Including New “Chicago Arts Recovery Program”

CHICAGO – Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced the 2023 DCASE Cultural Grants Program plans, including $11M to be distributed to Chicago nonprofit arts organizations through the new “Chicago Arts Recovery Program,” providing $4.5M in project grant funding to aid arts organizations in recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic; and the annual “CityArts Program,” which grew by 223% last year and continues in 2023 with $6.5M in general operating support for nonprofits of all sizes and artistic disciplines. These two programs are among the first to be released in 2023; the full list of annual Cultural Grant opportunities is below.

“Nonprofit arts organizations are essential to the fabric of our city,” said Mayor Lightfoot. “The 2023 Cultural Grants program will support the nonprofits that empower artists and creative workers and ensure their continued recovery from the pandemic. This latest program builds upon our ongoing commitment to revitalize and strengthen our city’s diverse arts community.”

Applications are now open for the new “Chicago Arts Recovery Program” with $4.5M available in support of marketing and audience development, facilities, technology, planning, and workforce development for nonprofit arts organizations. Supported by funds from the city’s American Rescue Plan (ARP), this program will provide resources to arts organizations to examine and address ongoing challenges brought on or exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Grants will range from $50,000 - $250,000 and include participation in learning cohorts. Applications are open now through February 28; register for webinars and apply at ChicagoCulturalGrants.org.

Additionally, the 2023 “CityArts Program” will administer its full $6.5M budget in general operating support for local arts and cultural organizations of all

sizes. In 2022, “CityArts” general operating grant sizes increased significantly and will continue in 2023 with one-time renewable awards of $10,000 - $50,000 for each recipient. These renewal grants introduce multiyear organizational support as a new standard practice for “CityArts.” Organizations not previously awarded support in 2022 will be eligible to apply for funding in 2023. Applications open February 10; to learn more, attend a webinar and apply, visit ChicagoCulturalGrants.org.

DCASE held a series of convenings and input sessions over the past two years alongside public surveys to help determine funding allocations for existing programs and areas of focus for new strategies in the Cultural Grants program.

Over the past two years, DCASE’s budget has provided $36M in new arts and culture investments, including a $10M annual increase to the Cultural Grants Program and $16M in American Rescue Plan funds, signifying Mayor Lightfoot’s commitment to the reinvigoration of Chicago’s cultural sector.

Following is the full calendar of 2023 annual Cultural Grants Programs:

The rolling application for “Chicago Presents” will open in February 2023, offering presenting support for free, public programs.

DCASE will begin accepting ideas for the “Neighborhood Access Program” in April 2023, providing support for all types of community-based arts and culture activities.

The next “Individual Artists Program” cycle will open in November 2023, providing project-based funding for practicing artists.

As announced, the “Chicago Arts Recovery Program” is currently open and the “CityArts Program” opens February 10, 2023.

To learn about DCASE Cultural Grants and recent grantees, visit chicagoculturalgrants.org.

DCASE is committed to strengthening the capacity of Chicago’s arts and culture sector through connecting

artists and arts organizations with City of Chicago grants and resources. Together, these programs provide a range of funding opportunities to bolster artists’ livelihoods as part of Chicago’s thriving arts economy and to bring enriching and impactful arts activities and services throughout Chicago’s communities.

2022 DCASE Impact Report Released

In 2022, a transformational $10M increase to the Cultural Grants budget, from $2.7 million to $12.7M, empowered DCASE to award more than 630 grants across seven programs, a 25% increase over the previous year.

There was a 60% increase in average grant size through “Individual Artists Program,” 60% of which were made to BIPOC artists and grants awarded in all 50 wards, compared to only 35 wards in 2016. The “Neighborhood Access Program” provided $1M in funding to 33 organizations and artists leading arts and culture projects in their neighborhoods, 85% of which are located on the South and West Sides and the “Together We Heal Creative Place Program” awarded $5.5 million to 48 grantees to support artists in designing and implementing art projects that promote healing and transformation in Chicago’s neighborhoods.

2022 was also the Year of Chicago Dance, which spotlighted and supported the dance sector with more than 80 grants to artists and dance organizations and a direct investment of over $2.2 million. In 2023, six dance artists have received an award of space, time, and funding for the development of new dance work in the Chicago Cultural Center dance studio, with support from the Walder Foundation.

Chicago Recovery Plan

The Chicago Recovery Plan is the City’s plan to amplify once-in-a-generation federal funding to create an equity-based investment strategy to catalyze a sustainable economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding under the Chicago Recovery Plan, which includes funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) and over $600 million in local bond funds, is allocated alongside all other available resources in the City budget to maximize this opportunity over the next 3-5 year funding period. The initiatives and strategic priorities that make up the Chicago Recovery Plan were a result of several stages of community engagement and input during the 2022 budget development process. View the City’s complete Chicago Recovery Plan.

Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) Announces 2023 Cultural Grants, Furthering City’s Investment in Arts Recovery

Illinois Humanities Grants to Provide Critical Support for 14 Organizations Around the State

CHICAGO – Illinois Humanities

an nounces that 14 Illinois organizations will receive General Operating Grants, the organization’s newest funding opportunity for humanities work statewide. Illinois Humanities’ General Operating Grants provide unrestricted funding, meaning organizations can allocate support wherever they need it most rather than being limited to utilizing the funds for a specific project or program. For organizations of varying development, size, and staffing, flexibility is critical – and far more impactful.

“General operating grants are intended to enable organizations to focus on advancing their missions, rather than delivering on a specific project,” said Gabrielle Lyon, executive director of Illinois Humanities.

General Operating Grants are part of Illinois Humanities’ focus on equity and increased sustainability for humanities organizations throughout Illinois.

“Time and again we heard from our grantee partners that general operating support would change the way they utilize funding in a very impactful way,” said Mark Hallett, director of grants programs. “It was clear this should be the next step in Illinois Humanities’ grantmaking work.”

The 14 recipients of General Operat -

ing Grants represent a spectrum of humanities organizations around the state. The Mitchell Museum of the American Indian in Evanston is a longtime grantee partner which previously received project-based and COVID-19 relief funding before Illinois Humanities introduced its general operating grants.

“We are extremely appreciative of unrestricted funding,” said Kim Vigue, executive director of the Mitchell Museum. “Unrestricted funds help us to cover some of the less appealing expenses such as payroll, administrative costs, and utilities.”

The museum has big plans for 2023: A new exhibit, “No Rest: The Epidemic of Stolen Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2Spirits,” that opened this January; the launch of a food sovereignty initiative; an expansion of its Indigenous Medicine Garden; and more. With a General Operating Grant from Illinois Humanities, the Museum can utilize the funds however will make the most impact toward their mission.

“This grant will allow us to continue our collaborations that increase the visibility of Native peoples and elevate Native voices through educational public programming,” said Vigue.

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Currently, less than 10% of the STEM workforce is Black, despite the significant impact of Black inventors and scholars in the industry.

To celebrate Black History Month, ComEd’s STEM Lab program pairs Black ComEd employees with Black high school students interested in STEM. Our goal is to help the students see the possibilities of working in STEM while building robots with their mentors.

ComEd’s STEM Labs is a program specially made to encourage students of color and young women to pursue careers in STEM. Get notified about this program and other free STEM programs for students of color and young women at STEMSignUp.com/COMED © Commonwealth

a long-standing relationship with Illinois Humanities’ programs. Co-founder and co-director Denzel Burke is a Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Award winner and frequent collaborator with the Envisioning Justice program. The REAL Youth Initiative provides fellowships, educational programs, and peer network opportunities for young people incarcerated in Illinois.

Since its founding, REAL received project-based support through Envisioning Justice grants. Unrestricted funding through a general operating grant came at a critical time. The REAL Youth Initiative has faced unique challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, with programs frequently interrupted by lockdowns.

“Prisons go on lockdowns for weeks,” said Burke. “This not only disrupts our ability to remain in contact with young people, but also further traumatizes young people in our program and affects their physical and mental well-being.”

An unrestricted grant will enable REAL to allocate funding between their various initiatives and programs at Illinois Youth Centers in Chicago, St. Charles, and Warrenville, such as the Renaldo Hudson Reentry Fellowship and the REAL Talk Revolutionary Education Series.

Learn more at: ilhumanities.org/community-grants

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Illinois State University to Open New College of Engineering with an Equity Focus

(January, 31, 2023) - First the promising news. A career in engineering can be like a golden ticket for a lifetime of good pay, job satisfaction, employability and making a positive difference in the world. There are few careers that rank as high as engineering on all the quality-of-life measures.

Now, the distressing news. According to federal government data, only 8.5 percent of recent graduates from science or engineering program were Black. Only 1.5 of recent graduates were Black women.

One barrier is that getting into an Illinois public university’s engineering program can be tough, especially for students from underserved areas of Chicago. There are just not enough seats. More Illinois students are seeking engineering degrees than the current state public university system can meet.

That means Illinois is exporting engineering students to other states.

To meet this need, Illinois State University (ISU) is creating a College of Engineering in the heart of its campus in Normal. Recently, ISU announced the appointment of the founding dean for the new College, Dr. Thomas Keyser, who currently serves as the dean of the College of Engineering, Technology and Management at Oregon Institute of Technology. Dr.

Keyser will begin his role on April 1.

The vision for the new college is unique and transformational. It is being designed with an equity lens to help close long-standing gaps in enrollment, retention, and graduation of underrepresented and underserved students in the engineering field.

“There is a critical need to diversify the STEM

pipeline and ensure that more educational opportunities are available to students who have been historically underrepresented and underserved in engineering education,” said Aondover Tarhule, ISU Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. “Illinois State’s College of Engineering will work to change the landscape of engineering education, promote workforce development, and address a critical market need for more engineers.”

The new College of Engineering will include the Department of Electrical Engineering and the Department of Mechanical Engineering with degree programs in electrical, mechanical, and general engineering. University leaders are working to develop curriculum, hire founding department chairs, and renovate existing campus facilities to accommodate classrooms, labs, and study spaces for the college. The college is expected to enroll its first class of students in Fall of 2025.

In a way, history is repeating itself. In 1857, ISU was founded to fulfill an acute need of another kind. Thousands of children were not receiving an education because there were not enough teachers in the workforce. Here again, 166 years later, ISU is seeing a need and working to meet it.

Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Illinois State University

Mielle Teams Up with Amazon Original Series Harlem on Prime Video

MERRILLVILLE, Ind., PRNewswire -Mielle – the fastest growing Black-founded and women-led beauty brand – is announcing a new collaboration with the Amazon Original series Harlem on Prime Video. To celebrate the premiere of Season two, Mielle Mavens can now purchase curated haircare bundles inspired by Harlem’s main characters.

Available on mielleorganics.com/pages/ harlem until February 28, 2023, customers can purchase curated bundles of Mielle products inspired by the iconic hairstyles worn by Harlem characters Camille, Tye, Quinn and Angie. These character-themed sets will also be up to 40% off regular prices, allowing Mielle shoppers to create a multitude of new styles at an incredible price. Mielle Mavens can also take a Harlem inspired hair quiz via mielleorganics.com/ pages/harlem to find the best bundle to meet their hair goals.

Harlem is a romantic comedy series about four smart, funny, and successful women living in Harlem today. A story of Black sisterhood at its core, Harlem celebrates the love and friendship between its four leading women (Camille, Tye, Quinn and Angie), as they navigate the realities of their early 30s, manage their careers, discover new romances, and navigate the city in all its joy and adversity. Authentic and stylish, Harlem lets audiences intimately follow the loves and lives of Black women.

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Urban One Inc’s Reach Media Announces R&B Superstar Ralph Tresvant of New Edition as Host of “Love and R&B”

SILVER SPRING, Md., PRNewswire -- Urban One Inc’s Reach Media and Radio One announced that Ralph Tresvant, lead singer of famed supergroup New Edition, is now the new host of the network’s long-running syndicated show “Love and R&B,” heard nightly on all affiliate stations.

David Kantor, CEO of Urban One’s Reach Media and Radio One audio divisions, says, “Ralph Tresvant brings us a timeless brand filled with style, charisma, and star power. He’s a great communicator with vast musical knowledge who will be creating real and riveting radio. Ralph gives us the complete brand who can quickly build a large, loyal following with must listen-to moments each and every night.”

Not coincidentally, the “Love and R&B with Ralph Tresvant” show debuts right before Valentine’s Day, building on the show’s legacy of playing classic slow jams and love songs by artists that are keeping traditional R&B music alive and well.

“I’m excited to show a side of me that I’ve never shared before through the embodiment of true R&B music,” says Tresvant. “I love the medium of radio and as a kid growing up in Boston, I was inspired by the great radio hosts I heard. I’ve learned how important it is to be on both sides of the mic. Growing up in this business, I’ve learned to be vulnerable and relatable but will also bring that New Edition excitement to the airwaves! I’m ready to connect with my fans and communities all around the US like never before! Everyone says real R&B is gone… I’m thrilled to have a radio show that will change the musical landscape.”

Tresvant continued, “Indeed, I’m thankful for this opportunity and my team Jodi Gomes, LaShawn Thomas and my agent, Gary Bernstein, who brokered the deal. I’m grateful to be a part of the Urban One family and thank my longtime supporters Cathy Hughes, Alfred Liggins, David Kantor, Kashon Powell, Gary Bond, Colby Colb, and Derek Harper.”

Ralph Tresvant has captivated audiences for 40 years as the leg-

endary front man of New Edition, a solo artist, entertainer, writer, and producer. Now, this entertainer turned radio star will be broadcasting in top markets including Dallas, Washington, DC, Baltimore, Cincinnati, and Richmond, with additional markets to be announced.

Kashon Powell, Radio One’s VP of Programming says, “I’m excited to welcome Ralph to our Urban One family. He’s the ultimate entertainer so I’m confident that he will make an immediate connection with radio listeners across the country.”

Urban One Inc. (urban1.com), together with its subsidiaries, is the largest diversified media company that primarily targets Black Americans and urban consumers in the United States. The Company owns TV One, LLC (tvone.tv), a television network serving more than 59 million households, offering a broad range of original programming, classic series and movies designed to entertain, inform, and inspire a diverse audience of adult Black viewers. As of September 30, 2022, we owned and/ or operated 66 independently formatted, revenue producing broadcast stations (including 55 FM or AM stations, 9 HD stations, and the 2 low power television stations) branded under the tradename “Radio One” in 15 urban markets in the United States. Through its controlling interest in Reach Media, Inc. (blackamericaweb.com), the Company also operates syndicated programming including the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, the Russ Parr Morning Show, and the DL Hughley Show. In addition to its radio and television broadcast assets, Urban One owns iOne Digital (ionedigital.com), our wholly owned digital platform serving the African American community through social content, news, information, and entertainment websites, including its Cassius, Bossip, HipHopWired and MadameNoire digital platforms and brands. We also have invested in a minority ownership interest in MGM National Harbor, a gaming resort located in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Through our national multi-media operations, we provide advertisers with a unique and powerful delivery mechanism to the African American and urban audiences.

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Gov. Pritzker Announces $40 Million Grant Opportunity to Develop Megasites

CHICAGO — Governor Pritzker joined state and local leaders, along with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), the Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives (CNI), and Intersect Illinois in Pullman to announce $40 million in Rebuild Illinois Capital Funds to supercharge the development of megasites – large, developed sites ready for occupancy for manufacturers, distribution centers, industrial centers, and more. The competitive grant opportunity is open to governments, private businesses, or non-profits to support site development in order to attract large-scale industrial investments in underutilized areas and former industrial sites.

“Major job creators are consistently looking for investment-ready sites they can get up-and-running in a short amount of time – and Illinois is home to some of the largest such sites in the country, all ripe for fresh development,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “The new Megasites Investment Program grants will help communities innovate their own business attraction efforts and will spur economic development in communities across our great state.”

With sectors like clean energy and manufacturing rapidly expanding in the U.S., major job creators are looking for large, investment-ready sites to locate their growing businesses. By providing grants that enable entities to create investment ready sites, Illinois is increasing its competitiveness for large-scale investment.

The Megasites Investment Program funding will be issued through a competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and is open to private entities, non-profits, or local governments. Grants will range from $250,000 to $5 million, with the grant award amount determined by acreage (up to $5,000 per acre). Eligible sites must contain at least 200 contiguous acres and applicants must own or have an agreement in place to acquire the property at the time of the application. The NOFO

opportunity also requires 1:1 capital investment match.

Underserved areas and areas located in Opportunity Zones are prioritized through the application process, which allows for the developed sites to market additional incentives to potential business prospects.

Funding can be used on a variety of site development expenses, including infrastructure expenses such as roads, electricity, water, broadband and other utilities; site development expenses like grading and drainage, rehabbing existing structures, remediation and cleanup; and land acquisition and related expenses. A link to the application – including information on an informational webinar on February 21 - can be found at dceo.illinois.gov. Applications will be accepted through April 6.

Site selection is a critical component of Illinois’ business attraction efforts. Intersect provides hands-on support for companies looking for locations in Illinois, and has a variety of online resources, including a property finder featuring more than 150 investment-ready sites in Illinois as well as a standalone guide featuring megasites above 1,000 acres - designed for large job creators.

One of the goals of the Megasites Program is to attract jobs creators and revitalization for areas that are underutilized, such as former industrial sites, brownfields, and agricultural sites. Whether it’s an industrial park featuring various businesses, or a large facility dedicated to manufacturing soup to nuts, megasites are designed to spur development and create jobs in Illinois’ communities.

CNI Corp’s Pullman Park development is one example of a powerful community transformation, serving as home to the Method Soap Manufacturing facility, Amazon and Whole Foods Distribution Centers, Gotham Greens and more. The former shuttered factory site was developed in order to attract

more than $700 million investment and creating more than 2,000 jobs.

Over the past several years, Illinois has launched new business attraction incentives while making improvements to its existing suite. Recent programs and improvements to business attraction include:

· Reimagining Energy and Vehicles (REV Illinois)

o Provides up to 100 percent income tax withholding for new jobs created and other benefits for manufacturers of Electric Vehicles, component parts, and related clean energy manufacturers.

· Manufacturing Illinois Chips for Real Opportunity (MICRO)

o Provides up to 100 percent income tax withholding for new jobs created for manufacturers of microchips and semiconductors and associated component parts.

Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE):

With more than $1 billion in investment from companies receiving EDGE credits in 2022, EDGE is Illinois’ premier incentive program. EDGE provides competitive tax incentives to businesses in all industries locating or expanding in Illinois.

Enterprise Zones (EZs):

Designated zones designed to stimulate economic growth and neighborhood revitalization in economically depressed areas of the state through state and local tax incentives, regulatory relief, and governmental services.

High Impact Businesses (HIB):

Supports large-scale economic development activities by providing tax incentives to companies that make substantial capital investments in operations and create or retain a large number of jobs.

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NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Ronald Aldridge 3400 W 135th place Robbins, IL60472

Address of the Property: 3400 W 135th Place Robbins, IL60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 28-02-202-037-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1/3/2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE

Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Wardell Bryant and Cynthia Jones

Address of the Property: 3426 W 135th Place Robbins, IL60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 28-02-202-022-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-3-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE

Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Noble McDowell Heirs and Unknown Owners

Address of the Property: 3708 W. Lincoln Lane Robbins, IL60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-35-306-012-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-3-2023.

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or

owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows: Owner of Record and all unknown owners Address of the Property: 3832 Lincoln Lane Robbins, IL 60472

24-35-301-016-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-3-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Bobbie Ammons Address of the Property: 13303 Kildare Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-34-406-002-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-6-2023 From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below,

60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Kenneth Hawkins

Address of the Property: 13331 Kildare Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-34-406-010-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-6-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

George Musa, Meysoon Musa, GPM Investments INC8200 Forestview Orland Park, IL60462

Address of the Property: 13350 Hamlin Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-35-305-024-0000, 2435-305-054-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-3-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as fol-

lows:

Owner of Record and All unknown owners

Address of the Property: 13402 Harding Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-35-302-026-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-3-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as fol-

lows:

Jacqueline Bardwell Address of the Property: 13410 Lawndale Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-35-308-020-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-3-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Richard Bournes

Address of the Property: 13410 Springfield Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 24-35-303-025-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-20-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record,

the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Muqasir Properties LLC

Address of the Property: 13416 Ridgeway Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-35-307-023-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-3-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

AEQ Properties LLC 14050 Finley Ave Robbins, IL 60472

Address of the Property: 13428 Hamlin Ave Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-35-305-042-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-3-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W 137th Street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext. 233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE

Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Rozetta Stevenson

Address of the Property: 13512 Lawndale Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 28-02-102-028-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-12-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless

any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Steven Woods

Address of the Property: 13514 Lawndale Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 28-02-102-029-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-12-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Smilla Hawkins

Address of the Property: 13519 Lawndale Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 28-02-103-013-0000; 28-02-103-014-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-12-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940

ext.233

Date Posted at the Property: 1-9-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Wheeler-Dealer Ltd. Address of the Property: 13533 Monticello Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 28-02-104-021-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-9-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so. If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

James Robert Thomas Address of the Property: 13540 Monticello Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 28-02-103-040-0000; 28-02-103-041-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-9-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

CLASSIFIED

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Howard Thomas; Maggie Thomas and any unknown

owners Address of the Property: 13600 S Monticello Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 28-02-107-021-0000; 28-02-107-022-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-9-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Irma Nails

Address of the Property: 13603 S Monticello Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 28-02-108-001-0000; 28-02-108-002-0000; 28-02-108-003-0000; 28-02-108004-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-9-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so. If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Terry Monique Address of the Property: 13605 S. St. Louis Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 28-02-209-048-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-9-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

ty, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

John Phillips Address of the Property: 13624 Trumbull Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 28-02-209-032-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-9-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Kevin LSullivan Sr Address of the Property: 13629 Lawndale Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 28-02-107-014-0000; 28-02-107-015-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-12-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Sandra M Cook Bey, Meddie Mcgee, Yvette Poole and any unknown Owners Address of the Property: 13325 S Kostner Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 24-34-404-001-0000; 24-34-404-002-0000; 24-34-404-003-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-6-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Orion Whiting 13413 Kedvale Robbins, IL60472

Address of the Property: 13413 Kedvale Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-34-413-007-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-6-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Address of the Property: 13519 S. St. Louis Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number: 28-02-201-015-0000

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that the immediate and continuing hazard to the community no longer exists, then it is the intent of the Village of Robbins to demolish, repair, or enclose the building, or to remove any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title, or lienholders of record of said property fail to do so.

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the proper-

Notice To: All Owners of record of the property listed below, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to said property, and all lienholders of record of said property as shown in the records of the Office of the Cook County Clerk's Recording Division, which are as follows:

Pearl Jones

Address of the Property: 13636 Lawndale Robbins, IL 60472

Permanent Tax Index Number(s): 28-02-106-043-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-12-2023

From: Village of Robbins, 3327 W. 137th St., Robbins, IL 60472

Notice to Remediate is given under 65 ILCS5/11-31-1(e) that the Village has determined that the building at the above-listed address is open and vacant and an immediate and continuing hazard to the community. Unless the building is demolished, repaired, or enclosed, and unless any garbage, debris, and other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are removed so that

If the building is not demolished, repaired, or enclosed, or the garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials are not removed, within 30 days of mailing the notice to the owners of record, the beneficial owners of any Illinois land trust having title to the property, and all lienholders of record in the property, or within 30 days of the last day of publication of the notice, whichever is later, the corporate authorities shall have the power to demolish, repair, or enclose the building or to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious, or unhealthy substances or materials.

Prepared By: Robbins Building Department 3327 W. 137th street Robbins, IL60472 708-385-8940 ext.233

(StatePoint) Diabetes can impact the body in a number of ways, especially creating potentially serious complications for your feet.

“Foot care is a central component of overall diabetes care,” says Bryce Paschold, DPM, FACFAS, a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and a fellow member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. “Without precautions, even small foot problems can lead to amputation or be lifethreatening.”

To help those living with diabetes understand potential complications and how to avoid them, ACFAS is sharing these important insights:

Potential Complications

Nerve damage that affects arms, hands, legs and feet known as diabetic peripheral neuropathy not only makes you more likely to experience numbness, burning, and loss of your protective sensation, but losing sensation in your feet can also make it easier to miss common minor skin pathologies and other foot issues while they’re still relatively easy to treat.

With diabetes, the blood vessels below the knee often become narrow and restrict blood flow, causing infections that don’t heal. This common and serious complication can lead to the loss of your foot, leg or your life.

Stress fractures and sprains are commonplace among all athletes, but those living with diabetes who experience neuropathy are more likely to be unaware of foot and ankle injuries and exacerbate them by continuing their activities.

While still relatively rare, Charcot foot seems to be growing in prevalence as more Americans develop diabetes. This sudden destruction and erosion of the foot’s bones, caused by severe nerve damage, can trigger an avalanche of problems, including joint loss, fractures, collapse of the arch, massive

deformity, ulcers, amputation and even death. Symptoms appear suddenly and include warm and red skin, and swelling, but commonly without pain.

Prevention

You can play a vital role in reducing your risk for complications. Here’s how:

• Inspect feet daily. Check for cuts, blisters, redness, swelling and nail problems. Use a magnifying mirror to look at the bottom of your feet. If you need assistance, have someone else do it for you. Be proactive by knowing what is going on with your feet on a daily basis.

• Don’t ignore pain. Seek care immediately if you experience pain in your leg at night or with little activity. It could mean you have a blocked artery.

• Don’t perform “bathroom surgery.” Never trim calluses or corns yourself, and don’t use over-thecounter medicated pads. See a foot and ankle surgeon for proper treatment.

• Keep floors clear. To prevent injury, make sure no needles, insulin syringes or other sharp objects are on the floor. You should also always wear shoes, indoors and outdoors.

• Prevent Irritation. Shake shoes free of small objects you may not be able to feel and ensure your socks aren’t bunched up. Wear lighter colored socks so you’ll notice blood or drainage if they occur.

• Be temperature aware. Never use heating pads, hot water bottles, ice or electric blankets, and never put your feet in hot water without testing the temperature; you can easily burn your feet without noticing.

• Stay active. Improve circulation by wiggling your

• Book an appointment. Visit a foot and ankle surgeon to determine if you have lost any feeling or circulation. Periodic foot exams can also help prevent complications. “Advanced therapies for foot wounds, such as the use of bioengineered skin substitutes and negative pressure wound

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