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Former Westchester Public Works Director
Charged
Scott Russell was charged last year with ‘theft of governmental property, forgery and official misconduct,’ the Chicago Sun-Times reported
By MICHAEL ROMAIN Editor
According to the Chicago Sun-Times, former Westchester Public Works Director Scott Russell was charged last year with “theft of governmental property, forgery and official misconduct.”
Russell was “accused of authorizing the purchase of a bathtub with a village credit card and having municipal employees install it in a home being renovated and belonging to a government official, according to records and interviews.”
Court records unearthed by the Sun-Times show that Russell “authorized and directed” an unnamed village employee to “perform personal plumbing services at the private
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Anthony Sabatino, 66, plays bocce ball, an Italian sport, during Veterans Park District’s Bocce Ball Tournament at Hirsch Park in Melrose Park on Aug. 4. See more photos on page 8.
Broadview Mayor: ‘Writing Is On The Wall’
Systemic Property Tax Reform
Mayor Katrina Thompson says Black and Brown suburbs should mobilize to push state lawmakers to confront the property tax burden
By MICHAEL ROMAIN Editor
At a town hall in Broadview on Aug. 1, Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson said property owners in the south and west suburbs should mobilize to push state lawmakers to address the high property tax burden in those communities.
“When you look at the group of people most impacted by these [tax] increases, they’re in Black and Hispanic communities,” Thompson said at the town hall in Broadview’s Village Hall, 2350 S. 25th Ave.
“It’s the same situation in the South Suburbs,” she said. “The writing is on the
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Under New Law, Illinois Employers Can’t Force Workers To Sit Through Anti-Union Meetings
Pritzker signs ‘Worker Freedom of Speech Act’ at organized labor convention
By Hannah Meisel Capitol News Illinois
ROSEMONT – Gov. JB Pritzker on July 31 signed legislation aimed at curtailing the practice of “captive audience” meetings – a strategy businesses sometimes use to dissuade workers from forming a union.
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wall for us to get behind something and to put something in place that we can present in an educated and professional manner. And we go together as a group to tell our story.”
In June, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas’ office released the Tax Year 2023 Bill Analysis, which showed that the median tax bill jumped a record 20% in the south and southwest suburbs.
“The biggest increases in homeowners’ tax bills occurred in 15 south suburbs where taxes soared 30% or more,” Pappas’ office announced. “Of those 15 suburbs, 13 have mostly Black populations. In two towns, Dixmoor and Phoenix, the median tax bill more than doubled.”
In the Proviso Township area, the biggest increases in the median residential property tax bill were in Northlake (24%), Melrose Park (21%), Broadview (18%), Maywood (17%), and Berkeley (17%). Four of those five suburbs are predominantly Black or Hispanic.
In the South Suburbs, government leaders like Harvey Mayor Christopher Clark called for mayors to hold their local tax levy increases at 0%. At the same time, Park Forest Mayor Joseph Woods said his village has been pressuring Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi’s office. Woods told WTTW he wants “to really make sure that [Kaegi’s people] see what we see. To see the inconsistency, to see the lack of uniformity” in assessments.
In June, Kaegi blamed the Cook County Board of Review (BoR), in part, for the residential property tax bill increases. His office released data showing that the BoR routinely
The law, dubbed the “Worker Freedom of Speech Act,” was a top priority this spring for organized labor groups in Illinois, which played host to Pritzker’s bill signing at the Illinois AFL-CIO’s biennial convention.
“You’re helping every worker in the state of Illinois,” the governor told the hundreds of organized labor members and leaders gathered in a suburban Chicago hotel ballroom.
“And as people recognize that more and more, they organize and they join a union.”
The Worker Freedom of Speech Act passed the General Assembly this spring with mostly Democratic support and just a few Republi-
cans crossing the aisle.
When the law goes into effect on Jan. 1, Illinois will become the eighth state to make it illegal for companies to punish their workers for opting out of a meeting in which they’d be subjected to the employer’s views on religious or political matters – including unionization –or rewarded for attending.
Workers who believe they were unfairly retaliated against for not attending such meetings can take their employer to court under the law. They can also report their employer to the Illinois Department of Labor, which can levy fines of $1,000 per violation.
Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson said she’s working with community members to brainstorm possible legislative proposals that would address the problem of high property taxes that disproportionately impact Black and Brown suburbs. Those proposals would then be presented to state lawmakers, she said.
lowered commercial property tax assessments when owners appealed, indirectly shifting the tax burden onto homeowners.
At the Aug. 1 town hall in Broadview, Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Larry Rogers, Jr., pushed back, pointing out the 4,400 errors Kaegi’s office made on assessments and exemptions in the south and southwest suburbs. Rogers urged homeowners to appeal their property taxes with the Assessor’s Office and the Board of Review and to file certificates of error if they think their property was overassessed.
“He’s hurting everybody,” Rogers said about Kaegi. He will misrepresent to you what we do with businesses. He’ll raise a business’s assessed value by $10 million. They’ll appeal with us, and we may reduce it by $5 million, so they’ll
still get a $5 million increase, but he’ll say we reduced taxes by $5 million. No, we just didn’t get them the $10 million you over-assessed.”
Rogers, Jr. echoed Thompson about the possible need for collective action.
“I think right now, it’s at a breaking point where people need to demonstrate how upset they are,” he said. So one thing raised yesterday was marching down to Kaegi’s office with white shirts saying ‘Cap Kaegi’. Cap his increases or stop the raise—whatever you want to say.”
Thompson called on residents to come together and present proposals for property tax reform at the state level. For instance, Assessor Kaegi has criticized the state’s method of relying heavily on property taxes to fund schools.
“The greatest inequity of all, really, is that choice made by our state to so underfund school
AFL-CIO national President Liz Shuler, the keynote speaker for Wednesday’s state convention, praised the legislation before Pritzker signed it. She admonished “rich and powerful” executives like Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk, the founder of companies including Tesla, for “stacking the deck against us.”
“They want to sit there and hold their captive audience meetings and make us listen to a bunch of their propaganda,” she said. “I say bullshit.”
A number of other states are considering
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districts and then put the onus on communities to raise the resources themselves to educate their children,” Kaegi told Crain’s Chicago Business last year.
“Two-thirds of property taxes are for schools, and figuring out how we finance schools in a way that doesn’t put all the burden on property is a really important thing to have in a more equitable economy,” Kaegi said.
In May, Kaegi’s office hosted a panel discussion on a new book called “The Black Tax” by Andrew Kahrl, a University of Virginia history professor.
In his book, Kahrl cites research showing that, nationwide, “the assessed values of properties in Black and Hispanic neighborhoods are 10 to 13 percent higher than those of properties in predominantly white areas within the same jurisdictions, forcing the median African American homeowner in the US today to pay an extra $300 to $390 annually in property taxes, with those families at the widest end of the assessment gap paying up to $790 more in taxes annually.”
At a regular board meeting on Aug. 5, Mayor Thompson said she’s collaborating with a team of residents and experts from the Illinois Municipal League to examine Illinois property tax statutes before presenting policy recommendations to state lawmakers.
“There’s a lot of systemic racism in housing, but we have to unpeel the law to find a solution,” Thompson said.
“Achieving meaningful reform in our property tax system requires a collective effort. Bandaid fixes are no longer sufficient for addressing the challenges we face in Broadview and across Proviso Township. By working together and advocating for comprehensive reform, we can strive for a more equitable and sustainable tax system that benefits all members of our community.”
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residence of his superviser” while he was on “village time.”
Mike Leonard, Russell’s attorney, told the Sun-Times that Russell worked in Westchester “a couple decades and was a beloved employee, and they’re trying to leave him holding the bag for alleged improper expenditures when he did nothing wrong.”
News of the charges comes as the Illinois State Police investigates the circumstances surrounding former Westchester village manager Paul Nosek’s sudden resignation in April 2022.
That same month, the Westchester board discovered that two buildings at 2305 Enterprise Drive and 2315 Enterprise Drive they thought would be converted into a new Village Hall and public works department were still empty despite assurances from Nosek that the facilities would be movein ready that year.
In addition to the delay, the cost of the project had also ballooned beyond Nosek’s initial estimate — going from around $2 million in October 2021 to somewhere in the area of roughly $8 million, a ballpark figure village officials came up with at the time.
In May 2022, the board parted ways with a consultant that had been working with Nosek to relocate Village Hall and public works, hired an outside law firm, and attempted to jumpstart the process of hiring a temporary finance director to correct major operating
Westchester Board Approves Tax Incentive For Enterprise Drive Developer
The two buildings at 2305 and 2315 Enterprise Drive once slated to become municipal headquarters are now closer to being privately developed. At a regular meeting on June 25, the Westchester Village Board voted unanimoulsuy to support a Class 7b property tax incentive for RMJ Investment Partners, the company purchasing the buildings.
The village purchased the buildings for $2.9 million. In March, the board approved a purchase and sale agreement that took effect in May. RMJ Investments purchased the buildings for $4 million.
At the June 25 meeting, village officials said part of the purchase agreement with RMJ Investment Partners required the village to support a tax incentive. The Class 7b reduces a commercial property’s assessed valuation from 25% to 10% for 10 years. The valuation goes up to 15% in the 11th year and 20% in the 12th and final year. When the village owned the Enterprise Drive properties, they were tax exempt.
deficiencies during Nosek’s tenure. Later that year, the board hired an accounting firm, Akerman LLP, to conduct a forensic audit.
At a meeting on May 28, some village trustees questioned if they could see the results of the Akerman report, but Westchester village
attorney Matt Welch said the Illinois State Police told him in an email that “they would strenuously request that [the report] remain confidential for the time being.”
When Trustee Gia Marie Benline asked if it was possible for trustees to see the report in executive session, Welch said it isn’t illegal for trustees to “ignore” the State Police and review the report despite the agency’s recommendation. Welch seemed to indicate that the State Police believes ignoring their recommendation might undermine an ongoing investigation.
“As it’s still an open investigation, I just don’t see how it can benefit our community for that to come out prematurely,” said Trustee Robert Morales.
“In November, there was a risk of an obstruction of justice charge being brought upon people who were going to discuss it,” said Village President Greg Hribal.
Hribal t0ld the Chicago Sun-Times that the village “intends on continuing to comply with the request of the Illinois State Police to not publicly discuss the ongoing investigation that was initiated by the sitting village board in August of 2022.
“Staff has fully cooperated in providing information as requested throughout the investigative process, and I, as village president, have been made aware that all individuals being investigated are no longer affiliated with the village as employees, companies, organizations or currently sitting elected officials.”
2305 and 2315 Enterprise Drive in Westchester. A private developer purchased the buildings that were supposed to be the village’s new municipal headquarters.
Former Westchester Public Works Director Scott Russell (seen left in mask) and former Westchester Village Manager Paul Nosek (seen far right in mask) during an outdoor village meeting in 2022.
MELROSE PARK’S FIRST NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Jose Ayala (above)15, lifts weights during National Night Out, a community event aimed at fostering positive interactions with law enforcement.
District 89 was on hand giving out free books to families during the National Night Out.
Lydia Monet, 6, waves inside the police Bearcat during the Melrose Park Police Department’s National Night Out at the Melrose Park Civic Center in Melrose Park on Aug. 6. This was the department’s first time hosting a National Night Out gathering.
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Anthony Moreno, 17, (right), enjoys a game of corn hole during National Night Out in Melrose Park on Aug. 6.
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The two buildings near 25th and Roosevelt that sustained roof damage during a tornado on July 15. The village is currently investigating the buildings.
Broadview Investigates Buildings Whose Roofs Were Destroyed By Tornado
The village of Broadview’s Building Department is investigating the conditions of all units in two multifamily apartment buildings whose roofs were significantly damaged during a tornado on July 15, Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson said during an Aug. 5 regular village board meeting.
According to the American Red Cross, 20 individuals were displaced between the two buildings. Thompson said her office has been cooperating with the Red Cross to provide displaced families with shelter.
She said she anticipates Michael Streko, the buildings’ landlord, to comply with the investigation. At the time, Streko told Village Free Press that he had hired a public adjustor and restoration company. He estimated it may take between six months and a year to repair the roofs.
Thompson said she anticipates the building department will submit the results of their investigation by no later than early next week.
Broadview Village Board Places
Three Advisory Referenda On Nov. 5 Ballot, Clamps Down On Homelessness
During a regular meeting on Aug. 5, the Broadview village board voted unanimously to place three advisory referendum questions on the ballot during the Nov. 5 Presidential Election. Trustee Judy Miller abstained. Miller said she would have wanted more information about the referenda questions before the vote. The referendum questions include:
■ Should Broadview create a motorcycle unit of the police department?
■ Should Broadview adopt certain environmental policies to help limit climate change even if such policies may result in additional costs to the taxpayers of the village?
■ Should Broadview encourage the placement of electric vehicle charging stations in commercial areas?
Advisory ballot measures are non-binding, meaning the outcome of the outcome of the measures has no affect on state law, Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson explained. The may-
or said the questions will allow local officials to gauge public opinion on important issues. She said the information will help guide the village as it drafts its comprehensive plan.
At the Aug. 5 meeting, the Broadview board also unanimously passed an ordinance that imposes financial penalties on people camping within corporate boundaries.
“We do have a homeless problem and sometimes they [setup] camp and tents and stuff like that and in past they would consider it harassment when police told them to move and not reside there,” Thompson said.
Thompson said the fines imposed are similar to other municipal violations, such as traffic violations. The amount of the fines wasn’t discussed.
Cermak Road Reconstruction To Start Aug. 12
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) recently announced that the reconstruction of roughly six miles of Cermak Road, starting at the western DuPage / Cook County line and running east to Harlem Avenue, will start on Aug. 12.
Construction will start at the western part of the project, Westchester village officials explained.
Work will include removing and replacing concrete before the year ends. Street reconstruction, including grinding, asphalt and striping, will start in 2025. The work is estimated to be completed by September 2025.
“Please be aware and cognizant of this construction work, obey all traffic signs, and if possible, utilize another road to travel to your destination,” Westchester officials said.
Westchester Garden Walk Raises $6K, Net Proceeds Go To Westchester Food Pantry
Westchester’s Grassroots Garden Group hosted its 6th Annual Garden Walk on July 20 and raised over $6,000. The net proceeds will go the Westchester Food Pantry.
The garden walk arrived on the heels of a record-setting 6th annual plant sale, which delivered $3,300 to the Westchester Food Pantry.
“During the past several years, and including this year’s 6th annual garden walk, Grassroots Garden Group has raised more than $37,000 for our strategic partner, the Westchester Food Pantry, with net proceeds from our annual garden walk and annual spring plant sale donated to the pantry,” Grassroot Garden Group members said.
This year’s Garden Walk featured six gardens south of Windsor Drive between Sunnyside Avenue and the Forest Preserve, and was the first to include a repeat garen.
“Grassroots Garden Group extends a heartfelt thank-you to garden walk homeowners, the community and our sponsors for making the garden walk such a resounding success each year,” members said.
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Grassroots Garden Group Founder/President Bethanny Alexander and Westchester Village President Greg Hribal at the Westchester Garden Walk on July 20.
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Pete Eleuteri playing bocce ball, an Italian sport during the Softball and Bocce Ball Tournament at Hirsch Park in Melrose Park on Sunday.
Micayla Scudiero (below), 23, playing a game of bocce ball.
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Shannon Sorrentino, 52, hits the ball during the Softball and Bocce Ball Tournament at Hirsch Park.
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New Illinois Law Aims To Give Free ID Cards To Citizens Leaving Correctional Facilities
Expands existing law to include federal prisons, county jails
By Hannah Meisel Capitol News Illinois
Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill on Aug. 6 that’s aimed at providing free identification cards to more people exiting correctional facilities in Illinois.
The state already provides identification cards to people leaving the Department of Corrections or the Department of Juvenile Justice, but the new law expands the program to every county jail and federal prison in the state. It took effect upon Pritzker’s signature.
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said at a bill signing ceremony at the Women’s Justice Institute in Chicago that the new law allows his office to waive certain document requirements that prohibited people from being able to get their ID.
“The crux of the issue is locating the documents they needed, like their birth certificate or physical social security card, which are required to prove your identity,” he said, and without internet access – which many people exiting the prison system do not have – it is difficult to figure out where to go.
The new law also allows officials to verify a social security number through the Social Security Administration instead of being shown a physical card.
Pritzker said without identification, people returning to society from correctional facilities are deprived of a basic need.
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similar legislation, according to research from the Economic Policy Institute, amid a wave of high-profile union drives across the country in recent years. But business groups have sued over Minnesota and Connecticut’s laws, claiming employers’ First Amendment rights are being infringed upon.
The Worker Freedom of Speech Act follows Illinois voters’ approval of the “Work-
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Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at a news conference in Chicago prior to signing a bill aimed at giving more Illinoisans who leave a correctional facility access to a free state ID.
“For returning citizens, at a time when they need the most support to get reestablished in society, the lack of identification often shuts them out,” he said. “They can’t pursue employment opportunities, they can’t pursue housing, social services, health care.”
The governor said expanding access was necessary as “these are individuals who have served their time and paid their debt to society.”
First Lady MK Pritzker, who helped former Secretary of State Jesse White launch a pilot ID program in Logan Correctional Center in 2021, said she has visited women’s prisons more than a dozen times since her
ers’ Rights Amendment” to the state constitution in the November 2022 election, which established a “fundamental right” for Illinois workers to unionize and engage in collective bargaining with their employers.
It also prohibits both state and local governments from ever enacting “right-to-work” laws, which bar employers from requiring workers to be union members to keep their jobs. As a result, unionization rates are lower in those states.
husband was sworn into office more than five years ago.
“Having legal identification says, ‘I am here. I am somebody, and I am a returning citizen choosing to participate in civil society,’” she said.
She said granting identification is a method to treat people with “dignity and respect.”
Giannoulias, who helped expand access to free IDs to the Cook County Jail last year, said IDs are something people “rely on so much, that we tend to take this privilege for granted.”
He said that his office has issued roughly 3,000 ID cards to people exiting Illinois correctional facilities over the past two years.
“Most of us don’t think twice when we’re
Right-to-work laws have seen a resurgence in Republican-controlled states in the last decade or so after an initial wave of southern and rural states adopted such laws in the 1940s and ‘50s.
Pritzker on Tuesday criticized his predecessor, Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner, who he said “declared war on the labor movement.” He was referring to the one-term governor’s frequent scapegoating of public employee unions for the years of budget deficits Illinois had seen by the time he took office in 2015.
“He held the state’s budget hostage, and the ransom that he demanded – you remember?” Pritzker asked the audience, recalling the two years the state went without a budget amid Rauner’s political fight with Democrats aligned with organized labor. “It was that Illinois should become a right-to-work state.
asked to present an ID while we’re at a store, bank or a doctor’s office,” Giannoulias said. “In a moment’s notice, that small plastic card that we pull from our pocket, wallet or bag gives us immediate access to whatever we need.”
Marlon Chamberlain, founding executive director of the Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments, which aims to remove legal barriers to successful life after reentry, said the law will help people to “restart their lives.”
“We all want the same things. We want to be valued, respected for who we are now, and not judged by our past actions,” Chamberlain said. “Those returning home have changed and deserve a chance to be productive members of society.”
Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton said punitive policies are not indicative of “true justice” and emphasized how the new law will make communities safer by giving returning residents more opportunities to get employment and access government services.
“Talk to those who’ve had these experiences,” Stratton said, referring to people who have been in jail or prison, “and you’ll quickly come to find that true justice is also about having access to what’s needed to keep you from cycling in and out of the system. True justice is about having access to what’s needed to care for yourselves and your families.”
In the first five months of this year, 7,000 people exited IDOC facilities, according to the latest IDOC Quarterly Report.
Giannoulias said as part of the initiative, the Secretary of State’s office will host “educational seminars with correctional facilities to help increase awareness and participation in the program.”
We’re not going to let that happen.”
Shuler also warned the audience of “Project 2025” – a policy blueprint authored by the conservative Heritage Foundation and former staffers for President Donald Trump. She pointed to parts of the wide-ranging 900-page document concerning labor law, including what she characterized as a goal “to eliminate public sector unions” if Trump gets a second term as president in November. “Is that a wake-up call?” she asked. “Project 2025 would eliminate the OSHA enforcement and penalties, so that companies get a slap on the wrist if they have a fatality at the workplace. That’s Project 2025.”
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CHURCH is seeking crafters and/ or vendors for the CRAFTERS / VENDORS / TREASURES AND TRINKETS SALE, Saturday, November 16th, 2024 from 9:00 a.m.
– 2:00 p.m. This established 20 year Church Craft Sale includes homemade crafts made by the church members, Treasures and Trinkets tables, and a Raffle. We are selling a space with a table for $30.00. (If you wish to have two tables the cost is $50.00.) The table(s) is 2 1/2 ft. by 8 ft. and includes 2 chairs. Limited electrical outlets on a first come first serve basis. Contact Westchester Community Church, 1-708-865-1282, if interested or have any questions. To reserve a space, a non-refundable fee of $30.00 ($50.00 for two tables) needs to be paid by Monday, October 28th. If reserving a space on or after Tuesday, October 29th the cost of the table will be $35.00 ($55.00 for two tables).
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE VILLAGE OF BERKELEY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Berkeley, Illinois on August 27, 2024, at the hour of 6:30 P.M. in the Village Board Chambers, Second Floor, 5819 Electric Avenue, Berkeley, Illinois 60163, at which time and place the Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the following proposed amendments to the Village of Berkeley Zoning Code, along with other amendments germane to those proposed, and make a recommendation to the Village President and Board of Trustees with regard thereto:
To increase the allowable height of chainlink fences in the Village from four feet to six feet, prohibit all fences in front yards, and any other Zoning Code amendments related to these matters.
The petitioner is the Village of Berkeley. Copies of materials regarding the proposed amendments are available at the Village of Berkeley, 5819 Electric Avenue, Berkeley, Illinois 60163.
During the public hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission will hear testimony from, and consider any evidence presented by, persons interested to speak on these matters. All persons desiring to appear to be heard for or against said amendment may appear at the hearing and be heard thereon. In lieu of testimony presented at the hearing, written comments may be submitted prior to the hearing by email at jmiller@
berkeley.il.us or by mail or personal delivery to Planning and Zoning Commission, Village of Berkeley, 5819 Electric Avenue, Berkeley, Illinois 60163.
The public hearing may be continued from time to time without further notice, except as otherwise required under the Illinois Open Meetings Act.
Dated this 7th day of August, 2024.
Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Berkeley, Illinois. By Paul Bullard, Chairman Berkeley Planning and Zoning Commission
Belia Nowak, Village Clerk
Published in Village Free Press August 7, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE VILLAGE OF BERKELEY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Berkeley, Illinois on August 27, 2024, at the hour of 6:30 P.M. in the Village Board Chambers, Second Floor, 5819 Electric Avenue, Berkeley, Illinois 60163, at which time and place the Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the following proposed amendments to the Village of Berkeley Zoning Code, along with other amendments germane to those proposed, and make a recommendation to the Village President and Board of Trustees with regard thereto:
To permit a legal nonconforming billboard in the M-2 Manufacturing Zoning District in the vicinity of Interstate 294 that was removed by eminent domain to be re-erected on the same lot in the vicinity of the previous billboard, no later than one year following completion of the Interstate 294 expansion project, which billboard may not conform to all regulations of the zoning district in which it is located.
The petitioner is the Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC. Copies of materials regarding the proposed amendments are available at the Village of Berkeley, 5819 Electric Avenue, Berkeley, Illinois 60163.
During the public hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission will hear testimony from, and consider any evidence presented by, persons interested to speak on these matters. All persons desiring to appear to be heard for or against said amendment may appear at the hearing and be heard thereon. In lieu of testimony presented at the hearing, written comments may be submitted prior to the hearing by email at jmiller@
berkeley.il.us or by mail or personal delivery to Planning and Zoning Commission, Village of Berkeley, 5819 Electric Avenue, Berkeley, Illinois 60163.
The public hearing may be continued from time to time without further notice, except as otherwise required under the Illinois Open Meetings Act.
Dated this 7th day of August, 2024.
Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Berkeley, Illinois.
By Paul Bullard, Chairman Berkeley Planning and Zoning Commission
Belia Nowak, Village Clerk
Published in Village Free Press August 7, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE VILLAGE OF BERKELEY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Berkeley, Illinois on August 27, 2024, at the hour of 6:30 P.M. in the Village Board Chambers, Second Floor, 5819 Electric Avenue, Berkeley, Illinois 60163, at which time and place the Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the following proposed amendments to the Village of Berkeley Zoning Code, along with other amendments germane to those proposed, and make a recommendation to the Village President and Board of Trustees with regard thereto:
To limit the number of parking spaces at automotive repair shops to one parking space per employee and two parking spaces per service bay.
The petitioner is the Village of Berkeley. Copies of materials regarding the proposed amendments are available at the Village of Berkeley, 5819 Electric Avenue, Berkeley, Illinois 60163.
During the public hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission will hear testimony from, and consider any evidence presented by, persons interested to speak on these matters. All persons desiring to appear to be heard for or against said amendment may appear at the hearing and be heard thereon. In lieu of testimony presented at the hearing, written comments may be submitted prior to the hearing by email at jmiller@ berkeley.il.us or by mail or personal delivery to Planning and Zoning Commission, Village of Berkeley, 5819 Electric Avenue, Berkeley, Illinois 60163.
The public hearing may be continued from time to time without further notice, except as otherwise required under the
Illinois Open Meetings Act.
Dated this 7th day of August, 2024.
Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Berkeley, Illinois.
By Paul Bullard, Chairman
Berkeley Planning and Zoning Commission
Belia Nowak, Village Clerk
Published in Village Free Press August 7, 2024
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MELROSE PARK, IL 60164
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 4, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 5, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 853 N PRATER AVE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60164
Property Index No. 12-29-319-0010000
The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
The judgment amount was $144,900.66.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.
The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to
verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, contact CHAD LEWIS, ROBERTSON ANSCHUTZ SCHNEID CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 205 N. MICHIGAN SUITE 810, CHICAGO, IL, 60601 (561) 241-6901. Please refer to file number 23-093789. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
CHAD LEWIS ROBERTSON ANSCHUTZ SCHNEID CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC 205 N. MICHIGAN SUITE 810 CHICAGO IL, 60601 561-241-6901
E-Mail: ILMAIL@RASLG.COM
Attorney File No. 23-093789
Attorney ARDC No. 6306439
Attorney Code. 65582
Case Number: 2023 CH 01986 TJSC#: 44-1516
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2023 CH 01986 I3249354
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION
TOWD POINT MORTGAGE TRUST 2017-6, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, Plaintiff, -v.FREDERICK WITTMAN AKA
FREDERICK L. WITTMAN, Defendants.
2022CH03502
1630 North 40th Avenue, Stone Park, IL 60165
NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/4/2024, an agent of Auction.com
LLC will at 12:00 PM on September 11, 2024 located at 100 N LaSalle Suite 1400 Chicago, IL 60606, sell at public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate.
Commonly known as: 1630 North 40th Avenue, Stone Park, IL 60165
Property Index No. 15-04-116-0870000
The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $215,776.25 Sale Terms: 20% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to Auction.com LLC, No third party checks will be accepted. All registered bidders need to provide a photo ID in order to bid. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. (relief fee not required)
The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a certificate of sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property, prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(l) and (g)(4).
If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: Kluever Law Group (312) 236-0077 please refer to file number SPS001402. Auction.com LLC 100 N LaSalle Suite 1400 Chicago, IL 60606 - 872225-4985 You can also visit www.
auction.com.
Attorney File No. SPS001402 Case Number: 2022CH03502
NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I3247103
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
Plaintiff, -v.SONIA L HERVEY A/K/A SONIA LYNETTE HERVEY Defendants 23 CH 02338 2125 SOUTH 3RD AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 6, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 9, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2125 SOUTH 3RD AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-14-330-0070000
The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS
MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC
One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088
E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com
Attorney File No. 23-13996IL_881601
Attorney Code. 61256
Case Number: 23 CH 02338
TJSC#: 44-1609
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 23 CH 02338 I3249000
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION
U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.TORREY T. RODDY SR., ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Defendants 2016 CH 13500 1906 S 7TH AVE MAYWOOD, IL 60153
NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 3, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 28, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1906 S 7TH AVE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Property Index No. 15-14-309-0170000 The real estate is improved with a residence.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to
general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100
BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-19-11387 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762
Case Number: 2016 CH 13500 TJSC#: 44-1484
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2016 CH 13500 I3248834
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.-
BRENDA J. LEONARD, UNITED STATES OF AMERICADEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, CACH, LLC S/I/I TO PROVIDIAN NATIONAL
Defendants 13 CH 020380 424 49TH AVENUE BELLWOOD, IL 60104
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 23, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 30, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 424 49TH AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104
Property Index No. 15-08-307-0140000
The real estate is improved with a residence.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.
The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-
SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100
BURR RIDGE IL, 60527
630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-13-19641
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Attorney Code. 21762
Case Number: 13 CH 020380
TJSC#: 44-1935
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 13 CH 020380 I3248847
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION
FIFTH THIRD BANK N.A. Plaintiff, -v.-
AMANDA GREEN, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF THELMA M. HARRIS, TERRY GREEN, STEPHANIE GREEN, MICHAEL HARRIS, SEAN HARRIS, KELLY HARRIS, ANTHONY DARBY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, AMIR MOHABBAT, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THELMA M. HARRIS (DECEASED)
Defendants 2023 CH 05282 1306 S 6TH AVE
MAYWOOD, IL 60153
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 22, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 26, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1306 S 6TH AVE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Property Index No. 15-14-126-0090000, 15-14-126-010-0000
The real estate is improved with a residence.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The
Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-23-03711 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2023 CH 05282 TJSC#: 44-1397
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2023 CH 05282 I3248661
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION CLICK N’ CLOSE, INC., PLAINTIFF VS. EDWYN E. VARGAS, ANGELICA VAZQUEZ DEFENDANTS 24 CH 1096
Calendar 56
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on September 3, 2024, at the hour 11:00 a.m., Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-08-233-051-0000. Commonly known as 346 Hyde Park Ave, Bellwood, IL 60104. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective
bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Altman, Strautins & Kromm, LLC d/b/a Kluever Law Group, 200 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1880, Chicago, IL 60601. (312) 236-0077. CNC000010-23FC1
INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3248684
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDER OF THE CWABS, INC. ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-10; Plaintiff, vs. BILLY E. BABER; CASSANDRA C. BABER; GOTTLIEB MEMORIAL HOSPITAL; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 19 CH 505 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-16-116-047-0000. Commonly known as 1043 Marshall Ave., Bellwood, IL 60104. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.
For information call Mr. John Kienzle at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 2215 Enterprise Drive, Westchester, IL 60154. (312) 9408580. 18-15242
INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3248247
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION
U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.NELLY A ACEVES
Defendants 2022 CH 06168 1209 NORTH 22ND AVENUE
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 26, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 27, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st
Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1209 NORTH 22ND AVENUE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
Property Index No. 15-03-319-006-0000
The real estate is improved with a two unit apartment building.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC
One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088
E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 22-08511IL Attorney Code. 61256
Case Number: 2022 CH 06168
TJSC#: 44-1838
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2022 CH 06168 I3248270
