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CHICAGO TREASURER’S OFFICE HOSTS FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS TO ENHANCE THEIR ACCESS TO FINANCIAL SERVICES

To ensure that faith-based organizations have access to the financial resources and services they need to help them grow and better serve their communities, the Chicago Treasurer’s Office is hosting an innovative financial education program, “Tailor-Made Financial Solutions for Faith-Based Organizations.”

The program is designed to showcase the broad range of financial products and services from Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). This includes loans for real estate and land acquisitions, and deposit accounts and cash management services for operational needs and expansion of Faith-Based Organizations in under-resourced and disinvested communities.

“The intent is to help more Faith-Based Organizations serve their communities,” said Wendy Ryce-Smith, Vice President, Liberty Bank & Trust. “Whether it’s helping to operate a new health care service or building a new community center or depositing in-kind donations, CDFIs can assist with a financial solution tailored to meet an organization’s need that meets the needs of the community.”

The CTO’s program on Wednesday, March 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Shine Bright Community Center, 8560 South Cottage Grove, features Liberty Bank, a certified- CDFI, and one of the nation’s largest Black-owned financial institutions, and Sunshine Enterprises, a nonprofit that helps under-resourced organizations to grow and build their communities.

Advance registration is required. To register or for additional information about the program, “Tailor-Made Financial Solutions for Faith-Based Organizations,” please contact Monique Cook-Bey at 312-744-2432 or Monique.Cook-Bey@cityofchicago.org.

GOVERNOR PRITZKER ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITIES AND THE CHAN ZUCKERBERG INITIATIVE

CHICAGO – Governor Pritzker today congratulated the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Northwestern University, and the University of Chicago for being selected by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) to launch the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago (CZ Biohub Chicago) - a NEW biomedical research hub that will bring together leading scientific and technology institutions to study human tissue with the goal of creating new, groundbreaking therapeutics.

Selected through a highly-competitive yearlong application process, the Illinois team was chosen out of more than 60 applicants. The application was supported by Governor Pritzker, who committed $25 million in capital funds to provide support to the CZ Biohub Chicago. The Chicago site is the first expansion of the CZ Biohub Network, which launched in 2021 with CZ Biohub San Francisco. The site will include state-of-the-art laboratories, meeting spaces, a biofoundry and more. Northwestern professor Shana Kelley will serve as president of the new hub.

Through CZ Biohub Chicago, the state’s leading institutions will develop new groundbreaking technologies for studying human tissue to improve the understanding of inflammation, which could lead to new treatments for the inflammatory states that underlie many diseases.

The CZ Biohub Chicago’s collaborative model for scientific research will have profound implications for health and medicine, with the goal of creating new therapeutics, and catalyzing biotechnology in high impact areas such as regenerative medicine.

As home to some of the highest-ranked universities and hospitals in the world along with the renowned Argonne National Laboratory, the CZ BioHub Chicago will add to Illinois’ leadership in the bioscience, healthcare and research space. Thanks to the Pritzker Administration’s unprecedented investments in research and development, in recent years Illinois has bolstered its reputation as a worldclass hub for talent, research institutions, tech hubs, incubators and more.

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In February, ComEd awarded seven students from diverse backgrounds scholarship money.

The scholarship is open to college students with a minimum 2.8 grade point average. Priority consideration will be given to students of color, women, Illinois residents enrolled in an Illinois College or University or Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Eligible degrees include Engineering, Finance, Business, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Environmental and Natural Resources.

Laticia Holbert, Workforce Development Manager, and Kristie Conklin, Senior Workforce Development Specialist, knew there was a need for scholarships for young people, so the Future of Energy Scholars Program was created in 2022.

“We knew this scholarship was important because we needed to build a pipeline of diverse STEM talent, especially for ComEd, for the energy workforce, because we knew there is so much underrepresentation,” Holbert said.

There also is an aging workforce. The aim of the scholarship program was to ensure the focus was on providing opportunities.

According to Conklin, each year ComEd has a pool of up to $250,000. In the first year, there were 65 scholars.

In addition to new scholars, there is an opportunity for those who have received scholarships to renew their scholarships. Holbert said ComEd is looking to engage more communities by increasing outreach to provide more financial resources to students. They also are trying to engage with more HBCUs and Illinois residents who attend those schools. Holbert and Conklin are looking at ways to link the scholar-

ship awardees to opportunities within ComEd and want to increase internships to the scholarship awardees.

Bansari Pandit, who is currently a student at the University of Illinois Chicago, pursuing an industrial engineering degree, received a scholarship and served as an intern with Holbert. The internship piqued her interest in the energy industry and pursuing a career at ComEd. She also will come back as an intern for ComEd. Holbert considers that a success story.

Holbert and Conklin are proud of the demographics of the awardees. Ninety-nine percent of the awardees were women or People of Color, with 65% women and 86% People of Color, with 17% attending an HBCU and 61% attending a school in Illinois. And, 72% of the families of the students earn less than $100,000 a year.

“ComEd is proud to invest in the future leaders of our industry. This group of young women and men represent the diverse and inclusive workforce we are dedicated to building and maintaining,” Lewis Binswanger, ComEd senior vice president of governmental and regulatory affairs, said in a release. “In the very near future, Illinois is projected to gain tens of thousands of good-paying jobs as a result of the transition to a clean energy future, and we must ensure that women and young people of color benefit from this economic opportunity. This next generation of leaders will play a vital role in helping us build an equitable and clean energy future.”

The deadline to submit an application is Friday, March 31. For more information or to apply for the ComEd Future of Energy STEM scholarship, visit: https://need.force.com/ ComEd/s/scholarship-information. For more information on ComEd’s STEM scholarship opportunities, contact WorkforceDevelopment@ComEd.com.

Gov. Pritzker Announces Nearly $60 Million in Grants for 118 Local Park and Recreation Projects Throughout Illinois

SPRINGFIELD — Governor JB Pritzker along with state and local leaders and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced nearly $60 million in state grants are being awarded for 118 local park projects throughout Illinois to help communities acquire land and develop recreational opportunities. The grants represent the largest round of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants in the 36-year history of the program, which was designed to help communities fund land acquisition and development for parks and outdoor recreation projects.

In addition, for the first time in the history of the program, funding will cover 100% of eligible projects located in economically distressed communities, resulting in 22 underserved locations receiving OSLAD grants.

“Today, I couldn’t be prouder to announce that IDNR’s OSLAD program is offering the largest round of grants in the history of the program — nearly $60 million,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “The health and wellbeing of Illinoisans sits at the heart of the OSLAD program, and for the first time ever, we’ve been able to provide 100% of funding assistance to qualifying distressed recipients.”

Established by the Illinois General Assembly in 1986, OSLAD is a cost-sharing program between state and local governments that has become one of the most popular grant programs in Illinois. Since it was established, OSLAD has awarded more than $530 million for park projects throughout Illinois (including the awards announced today).

“I appreciate Governor Pritzker’s push to increase state funding for the OSLAD program and also set aside money to ensure traditionally underserved communities are able to build and improve their parks,” said DNR Director Natalie Phelps Finnie. “An investment in the outdoors is an investment in the health and well-being of the people of Illinois. We know that 83% of Illinoisans consider access to outdoor recreational opportunities important for them and their fam-

ilies. We also know that getting outside leads to better overall health.”

An economically distressed community, calculated using data from the Illinois Census and the Illinois Department of Revenue, considers an area’s poverty level and equalized assessed valuation (EAV). In FY 2023, as a result of the Department’s efforts, DNR awarded 25.5% of the OSLAD funding to distressed communities, up from 4.7% in FY 2022.

To help facilitate the timely award of OSLAD grants for fiscal year 2023, IDNR contracted with the Northern Illinois University Institute for the Study of Environment, Sustainability and Energy. Fifteen graduate and undergraduate NIU students served as supervised grant reviewers for OSLAD in a first-of-its-kind partnership.

OSLAD grants typically provide up to 50% of funding for a project – excluding economically distressed communities where 100% of project costs have been covered. The other 50% are supplied by matching funds from the project’s local government agency.

“The Illinois Association of Park Districts and its members are extremely grateful to Governor Pritzker for ensuring that these dedicated matching grant funds are awarded for much needed park improvement projects benefiting communities throughout Illinois,” said Peter Murphy, President & CEO of the Illinois Association of Park Districts. “For more than three decades, OSLAD-funded projects have provided Illinoisans with access to local parks, including those who are disadvantaged and underserved, persons with disabilities and special needs, seniors, and families. OSLAD capital improvements projects create jobs, support small businesses and labor, promote physical and mental health, help educate and provide jobs to youth, and improve the environment. As IDNR staff can attest, there is an overwhelming demand for these projects, and today’s grants will once again enable local parks to make Illinois a better place to live, work, and play.”

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Illinois Earns Credit Upgrade from S&P Illinois’

7th Credit Upgrade Under Gov. Pritzker

SPRINGFIELD -- Governor JB Pritzker celebrated S&P Global Ratings’ upgrade of Illinois bonds. This latest action means that Illinois has received a total of seven upgrades in less than two years under Governor Pritzker. This fiscal progress was achieved due to strong fiscal leadership by Gov. Pritzker and Democrats in the General Assembly.

S&P Global Ratings announced a ratings upgrade to A- for Illinois’ General Obligation bonds, its third upgrade of Illinois’ bonds since July 2021. The last time Illinois had an A- rating from S&P was before May of 2016. Fitch Ratings upgraded Illinois’ bonds by two notches last spring, the first Fitch upgrade for Illinois’ General Obligation bonds since June 2000. Illinois received two upgrades from Moody’s Investor Service in two separate actions in April 2022 and June 2021.

“I am thrilled to see our hard work

at righting the past fiscal wrongs of our state reflected in today’s action by S&P with another credit rating upgrade—the third such upgrade in just two years,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Our continued fiscal responsibility and smart budgeting will save Illinois taxpayers millions from adjusted interest rates, and my partners in the General Assembly and I look forward to building on that success.”

The upgrade follows unveiling of the Governor Pritzker’s proposed fiscal year 2024 budget which builds on four years of historic progress with balanced budgets, a Budget Stabilization Fund on track to hit $2.3 billion, elimination of the state’s bill backlog and reaching $1 trillion GDP. The proposed spending plan maintains the Governor’s commitment to fiscal responsibility while growing Illinois into an economic powerhouse and makes transformative, generational investments in early childhood education and efforts to fight poverty.

“The upgrade on the GO debt reflects our view that Illinois’ commitment and execution to strengthen its budgetary flexibility and stability, supported by accelerating repayment

of its liabilities, rebuilding its Budget Stabilization Fund to decade highs; and a slowing of statutory pension funding growth, will likely continue during the outlook period,” S&P Global stated.

S&P last upgraded the state’s bonds in May 2022 and today’s analysis credited the state’s recent actions in paying longstanding debts, rapid and early repayment debts taken on during the pandemic-induced recession and transparent reporting both from the Comptroller and the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget.

S&P Global upgraded Illinois’ rating on its General Obligation bonds to A(stable outlook) from BBB+ (stable outlook), and also upgraded Build Illinois sales tax bonds to A (stable outlook) from A- (stable outlook).

The rating of a state’s bonds is a measure of their credit quality. A higher bond rating generally means the state can borrow at a lower interest rate, saving taxpayers millions of dollars.

Between 2015 and 2017, the State of Illinois suffered eight credit rating downgrades and sat at the top of many analysts’ lists of the worst managed states in the nation. At its worst, Illinois’ bill backlog hit nearly $17 billion.

Gov. Pritzker Joins Reproductive Freedom Alliance

Chicago — Governor JB Pritzker announced he will join the Reproductive Freedom Alliance (RFA), a non-partisan group of state Governors focused on working alongside one another to identify best practices for legislative and executive action to protect reproductive rights. The RFA will work in partnership with The Raben Group to facilitate conversations and share information on successes and risks in the fight for reproductive justice.

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“As Illinois remains a beacon for reproductive healthcare in a region increasingly plagued by inhumane restrictions, I’m proud to join my fellow Governors to help fulfill the promise I made when Roe v. Wade was overturned: we will not go backwards,” said Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. “That’s why I’ve committed to expanding funding for reproductive healthcare in my proposed FY24 budget and why I recently signed legislation protecting the rights of providers across Illinois, and why I’ll continue to work with partners in Illinois and across the country to protect these important rights.”

Twenty states representing over 167 million Americans have signed on to the Alliance. Members of the RFA will share strategies on advancing legislative and executive action to protect reproductive rights. 11 states have full bans on abortion in place, and many more have restrictions to access that can prevent patients receiving care. Illinois is one of the only states in the

Midwest to have maintained protection for abortion services since the overturning of Roe v. Wade last year.

Governor Pritzker has made protection of reproductive rights a priority throughout his time in office. In 2019, the Governor signed the Reproductive Health Act, repealing anti-abortion legislation and expanding insurance coverage for reproductive health services. The Governor has also increased Title X funding to cover for federal deficits during the Trump administration and to allow providers to better care for an influx of out-of-state patients seeking care after the repeal of Roe v. Wade.

Recently, the Governor signed an omnibus reproductive rights bill that protects abortion and gender-affirming care providers from legal attacks by anti-choice states and broadens provider permissions to allow more healthcare professionals to offer reproductive care. Governor Pritzker’s proposed FY24 budget includes $18 million for a reproductive health care navigation hotline, collaborative learning systems for providers, specialty programs for high-risk patients, and increased primary care training.

The states who have signed on to the Alliance include: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Washington, and Wisconsin.

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SIMS CELEBRATES ILLINOIS’ SEVENTH CREDIT UPGRADE

For the seventh time in less than two years, Illinois has seen another improved bond rating. S&P Global Ratings – one of the nation’s major rating agencies – announced upgrades Thursday thanks to the fiscally responsible decisions made by Illinois Democrats.

State Senator Elgie R. Sims Jr. – the chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Majority Caucus Appropriations Leader – released the following statement:

“Today’s news is yet another sign the years of fiscal responsibility from the General Assembly is paying off. In recent years, we have been able put money back in the pockets of the state’s hardworking families and provide funding for the people who need the most help – all while paying down our bill backlog. Illinois is a standout state when it comes to putting the needs of our residents first, and we do so in a responsible and equitable way.

“S&P Global Ratings’ upgrade of Illinois bonds shows our fiscally responsible budgeting approach is working and is independent proof that our state is headed in the right direction. Our future looks bright and I look forward to continued collaborative efforts during this year’s budget negotiation process to keep the state on this upward economic trajectory.”

JOYCE ANNOUNCES NEARLY $3 MILLION IN LOCAL OSLAD GRANTS

With support from State Senator Patrick Joyce, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources is distributing nearly $3 million in grant funds to multiple communities in the 40th District as part of the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grant program.

“The funds from the OSLAD grants are a great resource for our communities so improvements can be made to parks and other outdoor spaces to continue to make them useful for folks,” said Joyce (D-Essex). “Not only does this investment help keep our outdoor areas appealing, it continues to build up and maintain spaces for people to visit for safe, public outdoor recreation.”

A total of $60 million in state grants are being awarded for 118 local park projects throughout Illinois to help communities acquire land and develop recreational opportunities. The grants represent the largest round of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grants in the 36-year history of the program.

OSLAD is a cost-sharing program between state and local governments that has become one of the most popular grant programs in Illinois. Since it was established, OSLAD has awarded more than $530 million for park projects throughout Illinois. This year, the 40th District will receive funding in these local areas:

Chicago Heights Park District- $600,000

City of Kankakee- $600,000

Kankakee River Valley Forest Preserve District- $207,750

Village of Monee- $600,000

Village of University Park- $200,000

New Lenox Community Park District$600,000

“These outdoor areas and recreational facilities have shown to promote growth among individuals, as well as the community, environment and the local economy,” said Joyce. “I will continue to always support the OSLAD grant program so our park districts and natural resource preserves in Illinois can continue to thrive.”

For more information about the OSLAD grant program and to see a full list of recipients, visit DNR’s website.

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JENISE TERRELL Named CEO Of Public Allies

MILWAUKEE, PRNewswire -- The Board of Directors of Public Allies, a nonprofit dedicated to social justice and racial equity, is honored to announce the appointment of Jenise Terrell to the position of CEO. Jenise brings over 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, community development, and leadership development to this role. Most of her career has been focused on leveraging national service as a vehicle to create pathways to leadership for marginalized and disenfranchised voices across the United States.

Ms. Terrell began her journey in servant leadership as a Public Allies AmeriCorps member herself in 1997. Throughout her more than 20 year history with Public Allies, Ms. Terrell has held several roles, including Ally mentor and supervisor, field operations leader, fundraising strategist, government relations lead, Executive Vice President of Program Strategy, and most recently, Interim CEO. By accepting this new role, Jenise Terrell becomes the first alumni and first Black woman to hold the CEO title at this organization that has included such powerful women leaders as Vanessa Kirsch, Public Allies co-founder and first CEO, and former First Lady Michelle Obama, founding Executive Director of Public Allies Chicago.

Ms Terrell has been serving as Interim CEO for the past six months, deftly navigating Public Allies through transition following an organizational restructure. Following the organization being called into account for operating in alignment with its values, Ms. Terrell has driven the effort to work with the board, staff, alumni, and key organizational partners to reimagine a vision for the future.

“In a time of increasing inequity and division across the country, Public Allies’ values-based leadership practice, our signature Ally Program, and our talented, mobilized alumni network are needed now more than ever. We have the leadership, network, passion, and programming in place to support that vision.” says Ms. Terrell. “Everyday, I have the privilege of working with an amazing group of driven leaders. My appointment to CEO is a reflection of their brilliance, and a reflection of the values that we hold so dear. It is the greatest honor of my life to serve at the helm of the organization that not only helped shape my own leadership, but

has been responsible for launching the careers of thousands of noteworthy changemakers across our nation. I am enthusiastically committed to furthering the reach of our premise that leadership is an action to be taken, not just a position to be held.”

Over the course of its 30-year history, Public Allies has continued to transform lives and impact communities by choosing to see promise and potential in spaces where others see deficit. Centering the values of equity and proximate leadership, Public Allies has launched nearly 10,000 equity-centered and social justice-oriented leaders across sectors and across the country. With the rise in rhetoric that points to an increasingly divided nation, America needs the kinds of diverse, democratic leaders that Public Allies fosters. Public Allies’ mission is more relevant and critical now than ever before.

“Jenise Terrell so powerfully embodies the mission and values of Public Allies,” says Kanwar Singh, Chair of the Board of Public Allies. “Her appointment to this position represents a shift towards the alignment of our values with our practice. We can not help but recognize her as exactly the kind of leader our social justice movement needs today. We commit to walking the path alongside her and in support of her, and we extend our deepest gratitude to her for leading us into this next, exciting phase for Public Allies.”

Public Allies is a 501c3 national nonprofit committed to advancing social justice and racial equity by engaging and activating the leadership of all people. Our mission is to create a just and equitable society and the diverse leadership to sustain it.

Since 1992, we have been a pioneer in recruiting and developing equity-focused change-makers. We have built a powerful network of more than 9000 proximate leaders who bridge races, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, and cultures. Holding roles ranging from elected officials to heads of foundations and organizations, they reflect system re-designers, policy shapers, builders of inclusive cultures, and transformers of cultures – ones that accept, value, and view differences that we all bring to the table as strengths.

The PepsiCo Foundation and Doritos® SOLID BLACK® Invest in 16 Nonprofit Leaders for Black Changemakers Program

PURCHASE, N.Y., PRNewswire -- The PepsiCo Foundation and Doritos SOLID BLACK announced 16 Black nonprofit leaders selected for the 2023 Black Changemakers program, a program developed to uplift Black community leaders and amplify their bold voices to showcase the positive impact they are making. The nonprofit leaders selected for this year’s program represent organizations focused on education, youth development & mentorship, food insecurity, job training, financial literacy, and more.

Selected Black Changemakers will each receive a $50,000 grant, leadership development training with Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, which provides nonprofit professionals and volunteers with research-based education and training, and regular one-on-one fundraising coaching, software, and technical assistance from Network for Good, a Certified B Corporation software company that offers software and coaching for charities and nonprofit organizations.

Black nonprofit leaders are historically underrepresented. Black-led organizations generate 24 percent less in revenue than white-led organizations. The PepsiCo Foundation and Doritos SOLID BLACK are committed to elevating Black leaders who are driving change within their communities.

“Many Black community and non-profit leaders face roadblocks in gaining access to capital to start, sustain and/or scale up their work. In partnership with Doritos SOLID BLACK, the Black Nonprofit Changemakers program, seeks to narrow that gap and provide participants with the assets they need to not only survive but to adapt and thrive,” said C.D. Glin, President of the PepsiCo Foundation and Global Head of Philanthropy for PepsiCo. “We believe lasting impact is led by those with lived experiences in local communities. These Black nonprofit leaders are proximate to the issues their organizations are striving to address and closest to the Black communities we’re working to support more broadly.”

This program supports leaders with philanthropic capital, personal and professional leadership development, fundraising capabilities, impact measurement, and network building. Additionally, the program offers an opportunity to amplify the nonprofits’ mission to inspire and catalyze others to support their cause.

“We’re proud to continue our partnership with the PepsiCo Foundation to grow the SOLID BLACK initiative and take our support of Black Changemakers to another level,” said Stacy Taffet, senior vice president of marketing, Frito-Lay North America. “Doritos has long been a brand that champions bold self-expression and we’re honored to continue providing a platform and resources to the bold individuals who are inspiring change and having an impact on their communities.”

The program’s capacity-building support aims to fuel participants’ dedication to making bold, positive impacts in their communities and arm them with the resources they need to drive transformative, lasting change. Today’s announcement kicks off the year-long partnership with the Changemakers. Visit our website to learn more about the Black Changemakers program and for the latest updates.

“The Mays Family Institute on Diverse Philanthropy and The Fund Raising School are honored to have been selected to assist these 16 Black Changemakers, in partnership with the PepsiCo Foundation and Doritos SOLID BLACK, as they and their nonprofits create positive change in their communities. We look forward to sharing our expertise and proven practices to help these community leaders build upon and expand the leadership abilities they have already demonstrated,” said LaKoya Gardner, Director of Programs for the Mays Family Institute on Diverse Philanthropy. The Mays Family Institute on Diverse Philanthropy and The Fund Raising School are part of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. The 2023 class of Black Changemakers includes:

Adrinda Kelly, BE NOLA

Alvin Irby, Barbershop Books

Antoinette Caroll, Creative Reaction Lab

Candice Brackeen, Lightship Foundation

Gabrielle Madison, Bonton Farms

Glen Providence, Hebni Nutrition Consultants

Jamila Trimuel, Ladies of Virtue

Jessica Johnson, The Scholarship Academy

Marvin Pierre, Eight Million Stories

Matt Stephenson, Code2College

Nikole Collins-Puri, TechBridge Girls

Phil Olaleye, Next Generation Men & Women

Quadrean Lewis-Allen, Youth Design Center

Dr. Tony Alleyne, Delaware College Scholars

Van Brooks, Safe Alternative Foundation for Education, Inc

William Jackson, Ph.D., Village of Wisdom

Jenise Terrell, CEO of Public Allies. Public Allies, Inc.

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Chicago Treasurer’s Office and R. Seelaus & Co. Invest to Increase Homeownership and Renew Neglected Neighborhoods

Chicago, Ill. – More low-to-moderate income homebuyers in Chicago will now be able to realize their dreams of homeownership. Thanks to an innovative public and private partnership between the Chicago City Treasuer’s Office and R. Seelaus & Co., Inc., a certified women-owned, full-service investment and asset management firm, new capital has been invested in Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae that will make mortgages for single-family homes more accessible on the city’s south and west side neighborhoods.

The City Treasurer’s Office has initially invested $7 million with a commitment to invest a total of $25 million within the first quarter of 2023, in partnership with R. Seelaus & Co. About the investment, where the homeownership rates for Blacks is 35% and 43% for Hispanics, compared with 54% for Whites, Chicago Treasuer Melissa-Conyears whose office is the custodian and manager of all cash and investments for the City, said: “Access to homeownership is both a cornerstone to lift marginalized neighborhoods and a critical tool for building long-term wealth, and a more equitable future. We’re proud to be part of this initiative because it will get desperately needed mortgage capital into the hands of hard-working Chicagoans who historically and systematically have been blocked out of the American Dream of homeownership.”

The initiative began in late January 2023, with the Treasurer Office’s initial investment from cash holdings to lower-middle income loan programs under-written by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae and exclusive to Chicago residents. These investments will allow low-to-moderate income Chicago residents to purchase their single-family dream home and instill confidence in the market that helps catalyze additional economic devel-

opment opportunities and contribute to a community’s well-being and vibrancy.

“Having investors target specific geographies and underrepresented groups with their capital will have a profound and lasting impact on the families and neighborhoods of Chicago that need it most,” said Annie Seelaus, CEO, Seelaus.

Seelaus was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women’s business enterprise (“WBE”) and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. Seelaus and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor (“RIA”). With various fixed income trading desks and more than sixty professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations,

and institutional investors. The firm has offices in New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, and Massachusetts. For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit ww w.rseelaus.com.

The City Treasurer’s Office is the custodian and manager of all cash and investments for the City of Chicago. Since her election in 2019, City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin has brought the public and private sectors together to provide comprehensive financial education and awareness programs that sharpen money management skills and

impar t the financial knowledge that puts people on the path to a more stable and prosperous future. The Treasurer is one of three city-wide elected officials in the City of Chicago, with the Mayor and the Clerk being the others. As City Treasurer, she is committed to using a positive, results oriented approach with city departments. She works to restore the public’s trust in government that works for the people and applies an equity lens to all of the office’s programs and outreach. For additional information www.chicagocitytreasurer.com.

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HUNTER JONES JOINS TEAM LAIRD AS AN ATHLETIC AMBASSADOR

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif., PRNewswire -- LAIRD Apparel, the high-performance activewear and lifestyle brand founded by legendary big wave surfer Laird Hamilton, is excited to announce that professional surfer and filmmaker, Hunter Jones, has joined its team as a Brand Spokesperson and Athletic Ambassador.

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Born and raised in Los Angeles, Hunter honed his craft at El Porto in Manhattan Beach. Growing up skateboarding, Hunter caught his first wave at age 10 and knew he had found his calling. Since then, Hunter has been a local fixture at El Porto – where, as any local knows, the waves are less reliable than other breaks, so, they require a certain level of persistence and determination. A prepared and confident surfer, Hunter can take an average to below average El Porto wave and look like he’s riding Rincon, Lowers or another classic Southern California break. So, when he does make a guest appearance on a high-octane wave at Lowers, he knows what to do with it and he proves that perseverance pays off. The tenacity to get in the water every day, regardless of conditions, has prepared Hunter to excel on any type of wave.

In addition to his standing as an accomplished surfer, Hunter is also a talented filmmaker and vocal environmentalist. Weaving together his love of surf-

ing, his passion for the ocean and his gift for storytelling, Hunter is a dynamic and enthralling surfer who is just beginning to maximize his talents both in and out of the water.

“I am beyond stoked to join the LAIRD team! It’s a privilege to be associated with such an incredible group of athletes and a brand that is centered around the ocean and living an active lifestyle. As someone who grew up watching surf documentaries, it’s a dream to be associated with a company that was created by legendary waterman, Laird Hamilton. Laird’s contributions to the world of surfing are undeniable,

and I am humbled to be able to represent his brand and carry on his legacy in my own way. For me, surfing is one of the ways that I can make change in the world and connect with the most people. I hope to inspire the next generation of surfers to dream without limits. Much love, Hunter.”

“Grit and discipline are at the core of Laird’s ethos. Since the first time I met Hunter, I have never seen him without a smile on his face and I have never been to the beach and not seen Hunter out – no matter the conditions, he trains and stays mentally prepared for whatever circumstances are thrown his way. I admire his dedication to the ocean, to his craft, to his close-knit group of friends and to all his creative endeavors. I am beyond thrilled to welcome Hunter to Team Laird and look forward to supporting his continued growth as an athlete and as a creative force in Los Angeles.” – Jennifer Arrache, CEO, Laird Apparel.

LAIRD is a high-performance activewear and lifestyle brand inspired by the unconstrained versatility of Laird Hamilton. LAIRD prides itself on making high-quality products that are innovative and engineered to keep you on the move so you can maximize your performance every day.

For more information, please visit www.lairdapparel.com.

G-SHOCK AND WU-TANG CLAN RELEASE SECOND LIMITED EDITION TIMEPIECE

DOVER, N.J., PRNewswire -- Casio America, Inc. announced that G-SHOCK and legendary hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan have connected once again to release the GM6900WTC22-9 in celebration of the Wu-Tang Clan’s 30th anniversary. The model is a humble flex for fans of the lyricists and G-SHOCK, and also a bold reminder of hip-hop’s half-a-century influence on street fashion and culture.

The GM6900WTC22-9 features Wu-Tang Clan’s iconic “Killer Bees” black and yellow color combination branded with their unmistakable “W” logo on the band and dial and “WU-TANG” displayed within the electro-luminescent backlight that illuminates with an afterglow. This model sports an elevated stainless steel black IP bezel -- an upgrade from the previous version -- that represents the evolution of both the hip-hop group and the 6900-case design. In addition to the “W” logo, one of Wu-Tang Clan’s most memorable lyrics, “Cash Rules Everything Around Me C.R.E.A.M.” is printed around the border of the black mirror-finished dial.

Whether hanging around in the “Mysterious Land of Shaolin,” Staten Island, New York, where the group formed, or any other region, the impact of their music has a lasting presence due to the group’s influence on new rappers from the West Coast to the South.

The GM6900WTC22-9 offers the absolute toughness you expect from a G-SHOCK and will remain a staple in street fashion, just as Wu-Tang Clan remains a household name in hip-hop.

The new timepiece comes equipped with standard G-SHOCK technology including:

Shock Resistance

200M Water Resistance

EL Backlight w/Afterglow

Multi-Function Alarm + Hourly Time Signal

1/100 Stopwatch (24 Hr)

Countdown Timer (24 Hr)

World Time (38TZ, 38Cities + UTC)

12/24 Hr Time Formats

Full Auto Calendar

The G-SHOCK GM6900WTC22-9 is available now for $280 at select retailers, gshock.casio.com/ us, and the G-SHOCK Soho store. For more infor-

mation about the G-SHOCK brand, visit gshock. casio.com/us.

CASIO’s shock-resistant G-SHOCK watch is synonymous with toughness, born from the developer Mr. Ibe’s dream of ‘creating a watch that never breaks’. Over 200 handmade samples were created and tested to destruction until finally in 1983 the first, now iconic G-SHOCK hit the streets of Japan and began to establish itself as ‘the toughest watch of all time’. Each watch encompasses the 7 elements; electric shock resistance, gravity resistance, low temperature resistance, vibration resistance, water resistance, shock resistance and toughness. The watch is packed with Casio innovations and technologies to prevent it from suffering direct shock; this includes internal components protected with urethane and suspended timekeeping modules inside the watch structure. Since its launch, G-SHOCK has continued to evolve, continuing to support on Mr. Ibe’s mantra “never, never give up.” www.gshock.casio.com/us/

Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions. Established in 1957, Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of “creativity and contribution” through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information, visit www.casio.com/us/ PRNewsfoto/Casio America, Inc.

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Congressman Kweisi Mfume Introduces Legislation to Commemorate African American World War II Hero Doris Miller

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) announced the introduction of a pair of bills to commemorate the life and legacy of African American Mess Attendant Doris ‘Dorie’ Miller. During the attack on Pearl Harbor, Mess Attendant Miller manned an anti-aircraft gun and downed enemy planes, despite the fact that the racially segregated steward’s branch of the Navy was not trained to use anti-aircraft guns. Congressman Mfume’s bills seek to award the Medal of Honor and a Congressional Gold Medal to Mess Attendant Miller.

“Today is ‘Dorie Miller Day’ on Capitol Hill. Dorie Miller protected America, and we are all the beneficiaries of his bravery. His valiance is even more admirable because he courageously worked to save a democracy that he could not fully enjoy at that time, as the United States military did not become fully integrated until almost seven years after his heroism in World War II,” said Congressman Mfume. “I am honored to continue the work of my friend, former Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, who had fought to give Mess Attendant Miller’s legacy the celebration of the Medal of Honor since 2001. And with my dual-tracked legislative effort to award both the Medal of Honor and a Congressional Gold Medal, Dorie Miller will finally be recognized with an American salute that is long overdue,” he concluded.

The Life of Doris ‘Dorie’ Miller Background

Born in Waco, Texas on October 12, 1919.

Son of Connery and Henrietta Miller.

Dropped out of school to support the family farm, worked parttime as a cook in a small restaurant in Waco.

Military Career

Enlisted in the United States Navy in September of 1939.

After bootcamp training, was assigned to the USS West Virginia as a messman.

Quickly moved up in the ranks from messman to ship’s cook, third class, and was stationed at Pearl Harbor.

Black sailors serving in the racially segregated steward’s branch of the Navy were not trained to use anti-aircraft guns.

On December 7, 1941, Doris Miller was doing laundry at around 8:00 a.m. when a Japanese torpedo hit his ship, anchored in Pearl Harbor.

He rushed to the main deck to help move his mortally wounded captain out of harm’s way and attend to other wounded sailors.

He then manned a 0.50-calibre anti-aircraft gun and fired at the attacking planes.

According to news stories and other sailors’ accounts, Doris Miller downed 2 to 5 enemy planes before he was forced to abandon ship.

National Awards and the Medal of Honor

Doris Miller was awarded a commendation from the Secretary of the Navy as well as the Navy Cross on May 27, 1942, in a ceremony at Pearl Harbor.

The Navy recently commissioned an aircraft carrier to be named after Doris Miller, and the town of Waco, Texas recently unveiled a riverside memorial.

Doris Miller has yet to receive the Navy’s highest award, the Medal of Honor.

Mr. Miller’s family and friends have fought for decades to convince the Navy to award Doris Miller with the Medal of Honor posthumously.

More than 15 cities have expressed support, and the U.S. Conference of Mayors adopted a resolution endorsing the effort in 2001.

Congress has introduced a resolution in support of the Navy awarding Doris Miller the Medal of Honor every year since 2015.

Decisions on military honors are typically reserved for the military, and the Navy has not yet decided to change course on Doris Miller’s status.

Medal of Honor Bill – Doris Miller

This bill authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration in the United States Armed Forces, to Mess Attendant Doris ‘Dorie’ Miller.

Former Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson had fought to give Mess Attendant Miller’s legacy this recognition since 2001.

This legislation is endorsed by the National Association for Black Veterans (NABVETs) and the Dorie Miller Medal of Honor Committee.

Congressional Gold Medal Bill –Doris Miller

The second bill of this dual-tracked legislative effort to federally recognize Doris Miller awards him posthumously the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian award in the United States.

If approved by Congress, Doris Miller’s family would receive the medal and it would be displayed at the Smithsonian Museum.

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Kenny Burns - The “Lifestyle Specialist”

ATLANTA, PRNewswire -- When it comes to influence, the word is synonymous with legendary Lifestyle Specialist, Kenny Burns.

With an iconic career that spans more than 20 years, Kenny Burns has worked with culture-shifting record labels and well-respected artists such as Sean Combs, Mariah Carey, Jay-Z, Akon, and, along the way he sharpened his business ingenuity while advising major consumer corporations, spirits, and more.

Making an impact in multiple industries, including fashion, radio, television, marketing, and partnering with major brands including Amazon, Coca-Cola, Moet Hennessy, Puma, Heineken, Grey Goose Vodka, REVOLT TV, Aquahydrate, DeLeón Tequila, and Cîroc Vodka, each touched by Kenny Burns’ magic and visionary insight, solidifies his legendary status through his marketing influencer blueprints that span across multiple industries, proving his depth of expertise is not to be underestimated.

Expanding his business portfolio, in 2017, Kenny Burns made a leap into the world of spirits by investing in and advising Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, the fastest-growing American Whiskey in US history. Following this success, in 2021, Burns acquired ownership in the Haitian cremas inspired LS Cream

Liqueur, and, in 2022, he continued in the spirit of growth by partnering with and investing in Spearhead Group, the first African-made spirits company comprised of Vusa Vodka and Bayab Gin.

To share his wisdom as a successful entrepreneur, Kenny Burns reignited his radio show The Kenny Burns Show (TKBS) offering listeners free game to kick start their dreams and helping the community navigate their way through pandemic life. After seeing the positive impact in the life of Kenny Burns’ listeners, he launched his weekly podcast, TKBS NATION CONVERSATIONS, which aims to impact, inspire, and inform.

For over two decades, Kenny Burns has been a well-respected name within the entertainment industry. Now, he continues to enlarge his legacy in the world of brands as a business mogul and investor. His mantra “Never let your expectations exceed your efforts” has solidified his relationships on trust and respect, holding him steadfast over the years and exemplifying that if Kenny Burns’ name is attached to a project - the dream will truly become a reality - “The Dream is Real.”

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ESSENCE Celebrates the 16th Annual Black Women in Hollywood Awards Luncheon Honoring Sheryl Lee Ralph, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Tara Duncan, Danielle Deadwyler and Dominique Thorne

(Black PR Wire) NEW YORK -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- ESSENCE, the leading and only 100% Black-owned media, technology and commerce company at scale dedicated to Black women and communities, announced the honorees for the 16th annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards. The star-studded event honors Black women who are making their undeniable mark in film and television and forging forward their own definition of what it means to be a Black woman in Hollywood. The brilliance of modern-day entertainment unequivocally shines brighter because of the tremendous impact of Black women who continue to move the needle.

On Thursday, March 9, at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, CA, ESSENCE will mark this momentous occasion honoring luminaries: executive Tara Duncan (President, Freeform and Onyx Collective), director Gina Prince-Bythewood (The Woman King), SAG, BAFTA, Critics’ Choice and NAACP-nominated actress Danielle Deadwyler (Till), actress Dominique Thorne (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever), and Emmy-Winning Actress & Activist Sheryl Lee Ralph (Abbott Elementary). This year’s ceremony will include awards presented by actress & producer Yara Shahidi and producer and director Chinonye Chukwu. Additional talent to be announced soon.

The ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards, sponsored by Coca-Cola™ and Netflix’s Queen Charlotte will be available on ESSENCEStudios.com and ESSENCE.com.

“For more than a decade and a half, ESSENCE has championed the Black Women in Hollywood

Awards to commemorate the Black women who are the story makers, storytellers, story-doers, and story-sharers that cultivate the entertainment ecosystem that the world cherishes and loves deeply. We are privileged to have this sacred platform that illuminates the on-going accomplishments of Black women at our annual luncheon in its 16th year since inception. Whether the world acknowledges it or not, Black women are the CEOs of home, culture and community and because of that role, when you engage with her, you engage with the Black community as a whole,” said Caroline Wanga, President and CEO of Essence Ventures, LLC.

Fans will receive exclusive access to the red carpet, interviews with the honorees and attendees and Black Women in Hollywood Awards ceremony via livestream on ESSENCE.com starting at 11 AM PT.

Over the last 16 years, Black Women in Hollywood has grown from an exclusive luncheon for 400 guests, to an oasis of sisterhood and a safe space for Black women to fully see, hear and embrace one another. ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards is an annual celebration that honors pioneering and immensely talented Black women in Hollywood – both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. It is a love letter of sincere reverence, camaraderie and celebration to each woman and those who aspire to be like them.

In addition, ESSENCE is bringing back its fourth annual ESSENCE Hollywood House, which will be held on Friday, March 10th. ESSENCE Hollywood House was developed to provide compelling and engaging live content aimed at sparking meaning-

ful conversation and action to drive more inclusion in Hollywood, as well as to provide an opportunity for Black creatives—aspiring and established—to educate, collaborate and empower one another with a purpose. The experience sponsored by Coca-Cola™ and Prime Video will feature thought leaders, industry stakeholders and members of the creative community including actors, directors, writers, showrunners, studio heads and others who will lead a curated schedule of interactive conversations, panels, masterclasses, fireside chats and more. Los Angeles based attendees can register at: ESSENCE. com/HollywoodHouse and the event will be featured on ESSENCEStudios.com and ESSENCE.com.

Essence Communications is the number one— and only 100% Black-owned—media, technology and commerce company at scale dedicated to Black women and communities. With a community of more than 31 million Black women, ESSENCE inspires a global audience through diverse storytelling and immersive original content rooted in Culture, Equity and Celebration. The brand’s multi-platform presence in/ publishing, experiential and online encompasses its namesake magazine; digital, video and social platforms; television specials; books; and signature live events, including Black Women in Music, Black Women in Hollywood, ESSENCE Black Women in Sports, Fashion House, Street Style and the ESSENCE Festival of Culture.

For more details on the 2023 ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards, visit ESSENCE.com/ BlackWomeninHollywood. ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood and ESSENCE Hollywood House are produced by ESSENCE Communications, Inc.

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– Steeped Coffee, a certified B Corp and Benefit Corporation, announced it is partnering with BLK & Bold Specialty Beverages to bring the independent Black-owned coffee company’s bold blends to single-serve coffee lovers nationwide.

Brewed similarly to tea, Steeped’s game-changing brewing method delivers the rich flavor of BLK & Bold’s coffee with the convenience of single-serve in certified compostable packaging.

Established in 2018 in Des Moines, Iowa, BLK & Bold was founded by lifelong friends and specialty coffee connoisseurs Pernell Cezar and Rod Johnson. The company is not only committed to delivering expertly-crafted specialty coffees, but also making a social impact through its support of underserved youth. As a certified B Corp, BLK & Bold pledges 5% of all profits to the company’s “For Our Youth” program, which partners with 13 charities across the United States, including notable organizations like Kid Power, No Kid Hungry, Urban Growers,

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Josh Wilbur, Founder and CEO of Steeped Coffee stated, “Steeped is thrilled to partner with BLK & Bold to offer its remarkable roasts to our community of sustainable single-serve coffee drinkers. As a fellow certified B Corp, we’re extremely proud to work with a roaster who is similarly committed to giving back to communities in need. We are excited about the amount of good we can do together.”

“BLK & Bold is proud to partner with Steeped Coffee, an innovative company that is making single-serve more sustainable for coffee lovers,” said BLK & Bold Co-Founder and CEO Pernell Cezar. “Together, we can bring the bold taste of BLK & Bold blends to more people nationwide, and deliver even more support to our nonprofit partners, all while reducing our impact on the planet.”

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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

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

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

Permanent Tax Index Number: 24-35-301-016-0000

Date Posted at the Property: 1-3-2023

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE

Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

lows:

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

Prepared

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE

Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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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.

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

CLASSIFIED

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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.

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

NOTICE TO REMEDIATE Village of Robbins, Illinois

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 Village of Robbins, Illinois

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

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

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

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

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

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