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County eases path to housing for people with arrest records Brandon Johnson’s Just Housing Amendment passes County Board

By MICHAEL ROMAIN

Who’s afraid of black wealth, PAGE 6

RELIEF ON THE WAY: Bellwood Trustee M.C. Robinson, Bellwood Clerk Janel Moreland, MWRD President Kari Steele, Bellwood Mayor Andre Harvey and Bellwood Trustees Michael J. Ciavattone and Ronald Nightengale during the groundbreaking for the Addison Creek Reservoir projects on April 24.

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Bellwood breaks ground on Addison Creek Reservoir

The Cook County Board of Commissioners recently approved a measure that makes it easier for people with arrest records to secure housing in the county. The board passed the “Just Housing” amendment as a new clause in the Cook County Human Rights Ordinance during a meeting on April 25. The board’s two Republican commissioners — Pete Silvestri (9th) and Sean Morrison (17th) — were the only votes against the measure.

“This amendment will provide greater family stability for more than 3,300 people who return to communities in my district See JUST HOUSING on page 4

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The $63M reservoir will remove properties from floodplain, save thousands in insurance costs, officials say

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Water Reclamation District, the village of Bellwood, Cook County and other government bodies and agencies gathered on April 24 for a groundbreaking ceremony

on the site of the future Addison Creek Reservoir at 2795 Washington Blvd. in See ADDISON CREEK on page 3

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Maywood Police host outreach fair On April 18, the Maywood Police Department held a youth outreach fair at Lincoln School, 811 Chicago Ave. in Maywood, during the school’s parent teacher conference.

“The whole goal was to reach out to the students and parents, and put them in touch with necessary resources they may need,” said Maywood Lt. Dennis Diaz.

“We had advocates for domestic violence victims from Sara’s Inn, representative from Amita Mental Health, the YMCA, the Maywood Fire Department, the Brookfield Zoo’s K-9 unit, a nurse and a representative from the National Immigration Justice Center.”

The Maywood officers also passed out resource guides, coloring books and other helpful information for kid and parents. Along with Diaz, officers who participated included: Det. Martinez, Det. Adamidis, Ofc. Herrera,,Ofc. Ochoa and Ofc. Lucasek.

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On Saturday, April 27, hundreds of volunteers spread across Maywood for the annual Village Pride, Village Wide cleanup event, which took place just hours before the rain and snow commenced.

Mayor’s ‘Tutu-Rific Tea Party’ looked like tons of fun On Saturday, April 27, at Schroeder Park, 2600 S. 13th Ave. in Broadview, Mayor Katrina Thompson hosted her 2nd Annual Tutu-Rific Tea Party for young girls, ages 3 to 8. It looks like they had a tu-rrific time.

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NEWS briefs Broadview launches new overnight parking program The Broadview Police Department recently launched a new overnight parking program.

Starting May 1, Broadview residents who want to park on the street overnight should no longer call the police department; instead, they should visit www.parkingrequest.com to make their request, police stated.

“Simply enter vehicle and location information and you’re all set,” department officials explained in a Facebook post.

Residents should, however, remember two important things, officials said: “Permission will only be granted 4 times per month. A 5th request will automatically be denied and those residents should consider purchasing a long term parking pass from the village.

“This new program begins May 1, so residents who wish to park overnight on May 1, should login to www.parkingrequest. com on April 30th.”

Bellwood embarks on ‘first-ever’ strategic plan The Bellwood Public Library recently embarked on its first-ever strategic plan study, in order to figure out the best way

ADDISON CREEK Reassurance from page 3 Bellwood.

Reclamation District officials said the $63.3 million, 600-acre-foot reservoir will be able to store close to 200 million gallons of water and connect with the Addison Creek Channel, which is scheduled to undergo a range of improvements as part of the upcoming construction.

A pumping station, spillway and control structure will be built on the site of the reservoir while the channel improvements include vegetation clearing, the removal of three bridges and the installation of soldier pile walls, among others.

Once work is finished, the Reclamation District will operate and maintain things like the spillway, piping and pump station while Bellwood will be responsibility for ground maintenance, including landscaping and fencing.

The reservoir construction and various Addison Creek Channel improvements “will provide flood control benefits for communities along Addison Creek, including Bellwood, Northlake, Stone Park, Melrose Park, Westchester and Broadview,” according to a statement Reclamation District officials released.

Crump said that she hopes the process will both increase the number of Bellwood residents who hold library cards and enhance services for all residents — whether they have cards or not.

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to better serve the community and attract more patrons.

At the moment, the process is still in the early stages. Bellwood residents can fill out an online community survey, which will be up on the library website until May 6. To access the survey directly, visit: www.surveymonkey. com/r/BPLCommunitySurvey.

The library is also planning to hold focus groups in the beginning of May. The resulting information will be used to set the library priorities between the start of 2020 and the end of 2022.

During a meeting on March 12, the Bellwood Library Board of Trustees approved a contract with Amanda Standerfer, who runs Fast Forward Libraries, a library community planning consulting firm.

Standerfer will help facilitate the library’s strategic planning process.

Unlike the library districts in the neighboring Maywood and Broadview, Bellwood Public Library is a municipal library, which means that it falls completely within the village it serves and the library is funded through the village’s tax levy — not its own.

According to Amy Crump, the library’s director, 5,244 Bellwood residents have library cards. According to the U.S. Census, Bellwood’s population is roughly 19,100. This means that about two-thirds of residents aren’t taking advantage of the resource their property taxes help pay for.

Maywood Fire Chief Craig Bronaugh said that he’s heard about rust water coming from the taps of some village residents. Rest assured, he said, it’s just a temporary thing.

“If they let their faucet run for maybe 10 to 15 seconds, the water usually clears up again,” Bronaugh said.

The likely reason?

The fire department is conducting its annual spring maintenance of the estimated 300 fire hydrants that are located throughout the village. The process takes roughly three weeks.

Bronaugh said that the department should be completed with the testing by sometime this week.

“Our personnel are good about getting out there and getting through that check list,” he said, adding that the village’s public works department handles any repairs to the hydrants that may be needed.

The two projects are estimated to reduce flooding for around 2,200 structures and to remove an estimated 1,700 structures from the flood plain, officials said.

Colleen Callahan, the director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, said in a statement that “Bellwood, Broadview, Melrose Park, Northlake, Stone Park and Westchester have a long history of flooding.”

Callahan added that more than “1,550 residents carry flood insurance policies and pay an average annual premium of nearly $1,266 per year.” She said that the projects will allow those residents to qualify for “flood insurance premiums which are up to 80 percent cheaper once their properties are removed from the floodplains.”

Officials said that the reservoir construction and channel improvements will provide $116 million in flood benefits to nearby property owners.

Construction on the reservoir is expected to be completed by early 2022 while channel improvements are expected to start in 2020.

“This is an exciting day for our community partners along Addison Creek searching for an answer to over-bank flooding,” Reclamation District President Kari K. Steele said.

“This is a monumental event not only for Bellwood but for all of the communities that it will benefit,” said Bellwood Mayor Andre Harvey. “The improved quality of life for our residents is immeasurable.”

Harvey said that the village, and other taxing bodies, will be foregoing around $1 million in property tax revenue by utilizing the massive site for the reservoir.

The mayor, however, said that the money is worth it, considering how critical Bellwood’s flooding situation is.

Harvey said he still recalls the flood of 2010, which ruined the police department’s whole SHANEL ROMAIN fleet of vehicles.

“We were forced to MONEY SAVED: Officials said that the reservoir and channel borrow squad cars from improvements should provide $116 million in flood benefits to neighboring villages,” nearby property owners.

Harvey said. That’s a that the agreement will give employment reality that he doesn’t opportunities to tradespeople such as want to see replayed on his watch, he added.

Reclamation District officials said that ironworkers, operating engineers, truck the reservoir construction project “will drivers and electricians.

The construction project was partially create 633 construction jobs and operate in funded through a $5 million grant compliance with the MWRD’s Affirmative Action Ordinance, ensuring representation administered by Cook County and funded by of minority business enterprises (MBEs), the federal government.

“Cook County’s investment in this vital women business enterprises (WBEs) and project will improve the lives of thousands small business enterprises (SBEs).”

The construction project also entails of residents,” Cook County Board President a “multi-project labor agreement,” Toni Preckwinkle explained in a statement.

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Brown water in Maywood likely caused by hydrant testing, fire chief says

During a special meeting held April 23, the three re-elected members of the Proviso Township High Schools District 209 Board of Education were sworn-into office.

Afterwards, the board voted on new officers.

Members Ned Wagner, Theresa Kelly and Claudia Medina — who won their bids for re-election on the Proviso Together slate against four challengers — were sworn-in by school board member Rodney Alexander.

The board voted unanimously for Ned Wagner, who was re-elected to his second term on April 2, to serve another 1-year term as board president.

Board members voted unanimously for Theresa Kelly, who was re-elected to an unprecedented fifth term, to serve as board vice-president. She replaces board member Sam Valtierrez in the role.

The board also unanimously voted for Claudia Medina, who re-elected to her second term, to serve as board secretary.

Medina served as board secretary before being replaced by Amanda Grant in 2018.

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Learn about property taxes On Thursday, May 2, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Proviso Math and Science Academy, 8601 W. Roosevelt Rd. in Forest Park, Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson will present A Listening Tour with Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi. Join them for a special conversation on property taxes.

Seniors needing a ride can call the office of Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson at (708) 681-3600.

Take advantage of Shred Day On Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Broadview Village Hall, 2350 S. 25th Ave. in Broadview, Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson will host her Annual Shred Day. For more info call Thompson’s office at (708) 681-3600.

JUST HOUSING More protections from page 1 each year from prison,” said Commissioner Brandon Johnson (1st), the amendment’s chief sponsor whose district includes most of Proviso Township. The measure is Johnson’s first major legislative achievement since he took office in December.

The amendment provides a range of additional protections for people with arrest records who may be seeking housing.

Marie Claire Tran-Leung, a staff attorney with the Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law, which helped draft the legislation, said that the amendment requires landlords and real estate agencies “to determine whether a person has met financial and other qualifications before considering that person’s criminal history;” and prohibits blanket bans on criminal records, as well as housing discrimination on the basis of “arrest records, juvenile records and records that have been expunged and sealed.”

Tran-Leung added that the amendment allows housing providers to deny housing on the basis of a conviction, but only after an individualized assessment of that person’s conviction history that takes into account factors such as “the nature and severity of the underlying offense, the time that has passed since it happened and what the person has done to improve themselves upon leaving the system.”

Supporters of the amendment said that it aligns with a 2016 guidance issued by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, which notes that landlords could be liable if they routinely exclude with criminal records from housing opportunities.

“A housing provider violates the Fair Housing Act (FHA) when the provider’s policy or practice has an unjustified

Big Week May 1 — 8

Attend a youth job fair On Saturday, May 4, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., at Proviso East High School, 807 S. 1st Ave. in Maywood, Proviso Township High Schools District 209 and the village of Maywood will host the One Proviso Safe Summer Youth Job Fair.

This event is for youth between the ages of 13 to 24. Experts will be on site to give tips on creating job applications, job searches and resumes. Participants will have an

opportunity to meet with representatives from local area businesses to learn about summer job, volunteer, and internship opportunities.

If you are a business in the area that would like to participate please register today!

To register and for further details, please contact Isiah Brandon, Maywood trustee, at (708) 261-9271 Cynthia Moreno, or D209 community outreach and public relations coordinator, at (708) 545-3471 or cmoreno@ pths209.org.

discriminatory effect, even when the provider had no intent to discriminate,” HUD explains.

According to a statement released by Johnson’s office on April 8, the amendment would also require landlords to notify prospective tenants “if a housing denial is based on a criminal record by providing the applicant with their findings and a written reason for the denial of housing.”

The amendment will also “enable people with arrests and certain conviction history to file complaints against housing providers to redress the wrongs they have suffered from discriminatory conduct,” stated Barbara Barreno-Paschall, an attorney with the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights.

Barreno-Paschall added that housing providers “may face penalties such as fines and damages for failing to conduct individualized assessments of qualified applicants who have arrests and certain conviction records before making a determination on their housing application.”

Those changes could smooth the transition back into society for people like Willette Benford.

“I was released from prison under a new domestic violence law,” Benfrod said. “It took Illinois 24 years to correct the wrong. I was the first woman in Illinois to be released immediately under a new domestic violence law.”

Benford said that she is currently living in a homeless shelter and is completing a program that will prepare her for employment, but once she lands a job, “my search for housing will be quite different [from the average person’s]” due to her background.

Maria Moon, a college student who was incarcerated for 13 years, worked to dispel some of the assumptions that often circulate about people with criminal records.

“When I got out of prison, I was homeless,” she said. “With the money I did have, I bought a vehicle and I had to keep all my things inside of it. I had two children who

were in grammar school. This isn’t just about the people who have records, it’s about our children also. They are paying these collateral consequences.”

Moon said that she currently has a place to live and that she’s the longest tenant in her building.

“I will be punished over and over again by stipulations about my past and by laws that hinder me from going forward,” Benford said during an April 24 Cook County Human Rights Commission hearing on the amendment.

King Harris, a senior fellow at the Metropolitan Planning Council and board chairman of the Illinois Housing Development Authority, said that each year, around 28,000 people leave Illinois prisons.

“They have served their sentences, but they have an extremely difficult time finding housing and maybe that’s one of the reasons — along with not having access to proper healthcare and employment — that 40 percent of those people will return to prison in three years. We must cut down the barriers that prevent many, many people from finding housing.”

Some industry organizations, such as the National Consumer Reporting Association and Illinois Realtors, have argued that the amendment could disrupt industry standards already in place, leading to unintended consequences and possible harm to tenants and housing providers.

Sarah Ware, a small landlord and who sits on the board of Illinois Realtors, said that the amendment would “lead to confusion and inconsistent treatment of applicants,” and that the measure would create a “bifurcated screening process” that would involve landlords screening for the usual financial criteria, such as credit history and employment, before screening for criminal history. Ware said the “two-step procedure” could mean higher housing application costs that would be passed on to prospective tenants.

Tran-Leung, however, said that “no one is keeping criminal records away

Walk to support Autism On Saturday, May 4, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Proviso West High School, 4701 Harrison St. in Hillside, The Answer Inc. will host its 10th Annual Autism and Special Needs Walkathon. Registration: 11 a.m.

For more info, visit theanswerinc.org or call (708) 296-5651.

Get your FREE groceries On Saturday, May 4, 3 p.m., at Maywood Church of Christ, 619 S. 13th Ave. in Maywood, the church along with the HOJO Family Assistance Program will be providing free groceries to those in need. Bring your bags and shopping carts and fill them with fresh fruit, veggies, bread and meat.

For more info, contact Dorothy Lee at (708) 641-9396.

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from landlords and we are not creating a bifurcated process.”

Terry Clemens, the executive director of the National Consumer Reporting Association, said that while his organization supports the spirit of the amendment, he was concerned about the short time it would give housing providers to implement the changes and the possibility that it would create additional regulatory obstacles for landlords.

“The concern is tying this into the existing federal laws,” he said. “These were very recently updated. HUD put a lot of work into this in 2016. The Fair Credit Reporting Act was first introduced in 1970; you’ve got two federal agencies between the Federal Trade Commission and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that oversee the law.

Putting another set of regulations and another regulatory agency into the mix is not good for anyone.”

Commissioner Larry Suffredin (13th) said that the commission “is experienced in balancing federal, state and local issues and protecting the rights of the citizens of Cook County,” adding that the Human Rights Commission will work with housing providers during the rule-making process that will govern the amendment’s enforcement.

Suffredin also said that, based on input from industry insiders like Clemens, the county extended the amount of time that housing providers will have to prepare themselves to get into compliance — from 90 days to six months.

Johnson said that his amendment still allows landlords discretion to deny prospective tenants who are sex offenders.

In addition, municipalities are able to opt out of the amendment.

“It is possible some [municipalities] will try it,” Johnson said. “But what city wants to be known as the place where people are discriminated against?”

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Community connection

In the words of Rev. Dr. King: “Our goal is to create a beloved community and this will require a qualitative change in our souls as well as a quantitative change in our lives.”

I believe there should be an effort to reclaim those honorable virtues that makes for a great community.

With the help of God, we will use this venue to encourage the construction of “The Be Loved Community.”

We will make every effort to elevate the appreciation of this community and cease to refer to it as a “hood.”

Proviso is not a “hood.” The negative connotations that are associated with the term “hood” are many and highly toxic.

Proviso is comprised of “neighborhoods” and not “hoods.”

Jesus said the second great commandment is: “Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself (Mat. 22:39).”

Therefore as religious leaders, we will use this venue to help God with His work to bring the “neighbor” back to the “hood.

God Bless Proviso!

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The danger of black wealth

New WTTW documentary explores the trials and triumphs of black businesspersons

By MICHAEL ROMAIN Editor

When John H. Johnson, the creator of the iconic Ebony and Jet magazines, went to purchase office space, he brought along a white man to act as the buyer while Johnson played the part of a janitor in order to inspect the building, his daughter recalled.

When white consumers learned that the founder and president of Fuller Products Company, which employed thousands of white cosmetic salespeople at its peak in the 1950s, was a black man, Samuel B. Fuller, many of them boycotted the product.

When the bustling African American community of Greenwood, Tulsa — dubbed Black Wall Street for its many black-owned businesses — got too big for its britches, white resentment fueled a race riot in 1921.

Whites killed more than two dozen black residents while injuring hundreds more and burning the community to ashes in less than a day.

Watching “Boss: The Black Experience in Business,” a new documentary that premiered on WTTW 11 on April 23, and that is currently streaming online, I learned just how dangerous black enterprise has been perceived by whites in America, so much so that the history of black wealth-building in this country cannot be told without mentioning the innumerable attempts by whites to plunder, pillage and block black businesspeople, seemingly at every turn.

Indeed, to study the history of black capitalism in this country is to wonder whether the term is paradoxical. That’s because capitalism and racism have been so entwined throughout American history that it’s hard to see where one stops and the other begins.

But the story of black wealth-building in America is not defined solely by oppression.

Black businesspeople have had to be uniquely keen, cunning and courageous in order to get ahead. That’s a legacy of heroism and perseverance that young African American entrepreneurs should be proud of.

Last week, just days after watching “Boss,” I was browsing the shelves of a used bookstore and came across Dempsey Travis’s 1991 book “Racism: American Style a Corporate Gift,” which is based on interviews with blacks in Corporate America.

One of those interviews was given by my great-uncle, Richard Linyard. When he graduated Proviso East High School in 1947, Uncle Dickey got a job as a porter, washing windows outside of an Oak Park clothing

store.

One day, the vice president of an Oak Park bank, who would often chat with my uncle on his way to work, told him, “We’ve got a very fine colored janitorial force working here. How would you like to work for us when we get an opening?”

Uncle Dickey accepted to promotion, going from a pay of $98 a month to $198 a month.

As part of his janitorial duties, my uncle operated the elevator in the bank during evenings, putting him in close proximity to the bank’s directors.

He parlayed that proximity into another promotion, as a fulltime elevator operator.

The bank president eventually sent him to the American Institute of Banking, which would prepare him for yet another

promotion as a bookkeeper.

During his second night of classes at the institute, “the students rose one by one, gave their names, the institutions they worked for and the departments they worked in such as trust, credit department, bookkeeping, etc.”

When my uncle introduce himself as an elevator operator at a bank, everyone “looked at me with big grins on their faces and started to laugh. They laughed and they laughed. It seemed to me like they must have laughed for hours. I was so humiliated that I could have jumped into a six-foot grave and buried myself without any assistance.”

My uncle would get the last laugh, though.

In 1973, he became president of Seaway National Bank of Chicago. He only had a high school diploma.

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THEIR HISTORY: The WTTW documentary “Boss: The Black Experience in Business” tells the story of black business leaders like former Xerox CEO Ursula Burns (bottom left), the first black woman to head a Fortune 500 company, and owners of black banks and barbershops.

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PROVISO TOWNSHIP ’S COMMUNITY BANK! Pictured from left to right: Ricky Casas (Universal Banker), Chris Parker (Vice President), Jose Villa (Vice President, Branch Manager)

What do we love the most about this community? The people we share it with! That’s why we support the families here, the local businesses, and the charitable organizations, too. Instead of just providing banking solutions, we also take pride in giving back to the people who work to make this area so great. Why? PROVISO TOWNSHIP’S COMMUNITY BANK Because this isn’t just home to us; it’s home to all of us. And, as a 1759 N. Mannheim Rd. | Stone Park, IL 60165 true community bank, we know that when we all do our part, we 708-483-0030 | www.provisobank.com can help make Proviso Township better for everyone.

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East grad, MIT alum engineering his own story Quinnton Harris, 29, wants to reconnect with his hometown of Maywood

By SIOBHAN NEELA-STOCK Forest Park Review

Despite graduating with an engineering degree from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Quinnton Harris’ heart wasn’t in the industry.

“I didn’t love sitting with the technology, making it work and then optimizing and iterating that technology,” he said.

Harris, 29, was more interested in the emotional connections people have with products and marketing. To explore this path, he enrolled in the Management Leadership for Tomorrow program in addition to his MIT coursework.

“The thesis was, we are going to increase the number of black and brown people in corporate America but specifically in corporate leadership positions,” Harris said.

Today, Harris can boast an impressive track record at companies like Digitas, a global marketing and tech agency where he was promoted to a junior art director role after an internship at the company right out of MIT. He was also on the team that created the Taco Bell mobile app, which he said was the first time

THINKING OF HOME: Quinnton Harris graduated with a degree from MIT before venturing into design.

The young creative is now interested in reconnecting with his hometown of Maywood.

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customers at a major fast food chain could order before entering the store.

Harris’ magnetism to the arts and storytelling shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone who knows his family. His mom was a singer and a seamstress.

His parents didn’t stay together long.

Harris, along with his twin brother and older brother, were raised by their mother and grandmother, who lived with them.

“He faced some serious hardships in his life, so we didn’t see him as much,” Harris said of his father.

Seven years Harris’ senior, his older brother stepped in to fill his father’s shoes, acting as a role model for the young man.

“He ended up becoming an artist as well,” Harris said.

In elementary school, Harris discovered he had an affinity for math and science.

While at Proviso East High School, he participated in its honors program. Glenn Lid, a chemistry teacher, was one of the first teachers at the high school to foster Harris’ intellectual proclivity.

Lid referred him to MIT’s Minority Introduction to Engineering, and Science

summer program. This six-week curriculum gives participants an idea of what life at MIT is like, Harris said.

“It was also used a way to expose highachieving minority talent to various different engineering disciplines,” he said.

Prior to this program, Harris had never been to the East Coast or even traveled alone.

“It was all these really new experiences that I’ve had…and they were all indebted to Mr. Lid as someone who really saw something different about me,” Harris said.

In addition to Lid, Harris developed close relationships with his math, science, and art teachers.

Harris’ family was supportive of his endeavors but couldn’t offer him much advice as they hadn’t ventured very far out of Maywood.

“My family was very local in terms of what they understood about life,” Harris said.

The only exception was his older brother, along with Harris’ teachers, who knew staying in Maywood wasn’t the best option for his future.

“I’m not saying that Maywood was a bad place…it wasn’t the safest, it wasn’t the

richest place but for what they saw in me, they said you probably won’t be able to get what you need here,” Harris said.

Two days after Harris graduated from high school, his grandmother died.

“That last year of high school was kind of tough…when I came back from the summer program at MIT I found out she had cancer,” he said.

Despite dealing with his grandmother’s death, Harris had made a promise to himself early on in high school to attend college cost free and he stuck with it while also managing his grief.

“Our family was very blue collar, really couldn’t afford college in the first place,” Harris said.

Harris said he initially applied to five universities and several scholarships.

“I went to this after-school program, they saw my transcripts and they’re like ‘Yo, why are you only applying to five schools?’

I’m like, because I only want to go to five schools,” Harris said.

He reconsidered after they told him that any university in the country would admit him based on his grades. Harris applied to about 20 universities.

The majority of the schools he applied to accepted him, several were Ivy League universities, but Harris had his heart set on MIT. He was a Gates Millennium Scholar, which allowed him to attend MIT free of charge.

Harris had already received a financial aid package from MIT that covered 80 percent of his attendance costs. The Gates scholarship covered the remainder.

“That was a game changer. I remember putting my mind to it, like I’m going to do this and it happened. I couldn’t even believe that it happened,” Harris said.

But Harris says his support system was the real game changer.

“They would see this level of brilliance in me and part of it wasn’t like because of what I’ve done, it was just my personality, my demeanor. I’m a very giving person, very open person,” Harris said.

The Proviso East graduate will soon need to lean on his support system once again. In the beginning of April, Harris quit his job as the first Creative Director at Blavity, a tech company focused on creating content by and for black millennials.

Harris plans to spend the next three months reconnecting with himself. He plans to visit Maywood, where he has not lived since he was a teen. He lives in the Bay Area with his wife of two years. “[During high school] I realized I needed to go away to really find myself and have experiences that would inform more of who I am,” Harris said. “I think now it’s less of trying to find myself in these places but to kind of rediscover myself in the places that I had already been.”

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PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF MAYWOOD Cook County, Illinois INVITATION FOR BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the President and the Board of Trustees of the Village of Maywood, Cook County, Illinois, that sealed bids will be received for the following Improvement: 2nd Avenue & Washington Boulevard Roadway Improvements Project Cook County C.D.B.G. Project No. 1806-014 Village of Maywood, Illinois Bids will be received up to the hour of 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 15, 2019 in the office of the Village Clerk at the Maywood Municipal Facility, located at 40 Madison Street, Maywood, Illinois 60153. The bid proposals received will be publicly opened and read at that time.

The bidding forms and documents are available at the office of the Municipal Engineer, Edwin Hancock Engineering Co., 9933 Roosevelt Road, Westchester, Illinois 60154, upon payment of the sum Fifty Dollars ($50.00), which is not refundable. No bidding documents will be issued after 4:00 P.M., May 13, 2019. The Engineer has been authorized to refuse to issue plans, specifications and proposals to any person, firm, or corporation that he considers to be unqualified. Proposals must be submitted on the forms provided. All proposals or bids offered must be accompanied by a bid bond, cash, or a certified or cashier’s check made payable to the President and the Board of Trustees of the Village of Maywood in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount of the proposal as a guarantee that if the proposal is accepted, a contract will be entered into and the performance of the contract is properly secured.

the consent of the President and the Board of Trustees of the Village of Maywood for a period of sixty (60) days after the scheduled time of closing bids.

The bidder is specifically advised that the Village is a Subgrantee of the County of Cook of a grant made pursuant to the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 as amended, pursuant to an agreement entered into and between the County of Cook and the Village.

Payments to the Contractor will be made by the Village only after it has received the funds to make such payments from the County of Cook in accordance with the terms of the aforesaid agreement. Further, in compliance with the Stevens Amendment to the Department of Defense Appropriations Act of 1989, the estimated percentage of the total cost of this project to be funded with federal dollars is approximately forty-three percent (43%) and the exact dollar amount of federal funds which will be set aside for this project will be based on the contract amount awarded under this offering.

APPLICABLE FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS

eral laws and regulations pertaining to labor standards. The Secretary of Labor has, with respect to the labor standards specified in this Section, the authority and functions set forth in Reorganization Plan Number 14 of 1950 (5 U.S.C. Section 133z-15) and Section 2 of the Act of June 13, 1934, as amended (14 U.S.C. 276c).

All contracts and Subgrantees for construction or repair shall include a provision for compliance with the Copeland “Anti-Kickback Act” (18 U.S.C. Section 874) as supplemented in Department of Labor Regulations (29 CFR Part 3).

Contracts shall include a provision for compliance with Sections 103 and 107 of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. Sections 327-330) as supplemented

by Department of Labor Regulations (29 CFR Part 5).

Each bidder is required to comply with the Equal Employment Opportunity for Community Development Block Grants, a copy of which is on file with the Village Clerk and is available for inspection.

Compliance with “Section 3”, which calls for affirmative action by the Contractor to train and/or hire lower income residents of the project area and to subcontract with local, small businesses, is required on this project.

mance bonds shall be conditioned upon proper and faithful performance by the Contractor of the work specified in accordance with the plans and specification therefore, according to the time and terms and conditions of the contract; and also that the bidder and contractor shall properly pay all debts incurred by the Contractor in the execution of the work, including those for labor and materials furnished.

Bidders shall adhere to certain Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) bid submittal requirements and observe the stated DBE goals as described within the contract documents.

All bidders must provide proof that they are prequalified with the Illinois Department of Transportation to perform at least 50% of the value of the work before being issued bidding documents.

The Contractor shall be required to furnish sufficient insurance or guaranty of indemnity to the Village of Maywood, Illinois, the County of Cook, Illinois, and the Engineer against any and all claims which might arise for damages to persons or property due to the negligence of the Contractor or Subcontractors, or their officers, agents, employees or servants, during the construction of said improvement and until the said improvement has been finally accepted as complete by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Maywood, Illinois. The right to reject any and all proposals or bids reserved.

All laborers and mechanics employed by Contractor or Subcontractor(s) on construction work for this project shall be paid wages at rates not less than those prevailing on similar construction in the locality as determined by the Secretary of Labor in accordance with the Davis-Bacon Act as amended (40 U.S.C. 276276a-5), and shall receive overtime compensation in accordance with and subject to the provisions of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. Sections 327-333), and the Contractor and Subcontractor(s) shall comply with all regulations issued pursuant to these Acts and other applicable Fed-

The successful bidder for the construction of the improvement will be required to file a performance bond equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the bid, with sureties to be approved by the President and Board of Trustees, which perfor-

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2006-3, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-3 Plaintiff, -v.NANETTA DANCY A/K/A NANETTE DANCY, NANCY D. NANCE A/K/A NANCY NANCE Defendants 18 CH 10396 241 ZUELKE DRIVE 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 February 27, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 29, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 241 ZUELKE DRIVE, Bellwood, IL 60104

Property Index No. 15-09-203-0350000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $153,095.63.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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 The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 18-089187.

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No bid shall be withdrawn after the opening of the proposals without

An explanation of the applicable federal requirements previously mentioned is provided in the Special Provisions of the Bid Specifications.

Dated at Maywood, Illinois, this 1st day of May, 2019.

BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES VILLAGE OF MAYWOOD, ILLINOIS

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR THE VILLAGE OF BROADVIEW, ILLINOIS The Village of Broadview is requesting the qualifications of firms or companies to possibly provide certain professional janitorial services by a reputable provider to perform necessary janitorial services to The Village of Broadview facilities, located within the village limits. The selection will be based on overall price, services, performance, references, and reliability of the proposers. The Village of Broadview’s janitorial requirements (the “Requirements”) are outlined in the Request for Qualification (“RFQ”), which is posted on our website: www.broadview-il.gov A full copy can also be picked up in person from the Village Clerk’s office, 2350 S. 25th Ave, between the hours of 10:00am and 2:00pm PROPOSAL DUE: May 10, 2019, at 3:00 p.m.

Published in Village Free Press 5/1/2109

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SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 18-089187 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 18 CH 10396 TJSC#: 39-1520 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.

I3117400 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE SECURITIES INC., QUEST TRUST 2004-X3, ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-X3 Plaintiff, -v.KIMBERLY SCOTT, AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF MARY RIVERS, DONTAE COLEMAN, JUSTIN COLEMAN, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MARY E. RIVERS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2018 CH 10473 1418 2ND 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 24, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 31, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive,

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CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1418 2ND AVE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-14-138-014.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-18-07941.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales

Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-07941 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 10473 TJSC#: 39-624 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.

I3117245 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREDDIE MAC SEASONED CREDIT RISK TRANSFER TRUST, SERIES 20172, AS OWNER OF THE RELATED MORTGAGE LOAN; Plaintiff, vs.

DANNY A. CHESTER; Defendants, 18 CH 11452 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 Friday, May 24, 2019 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. 12-33-220-003-0000.

Commonly known as 2239 N. ATLANTIC, MELROSE PARK, IL 60164.

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. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606.

(312) 357-1125. 18-03491 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3117969 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.LENORE M. ZAPPEN, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, CITY OF NORTHLAKE Defendants 2016 CH 08886 217 WAGNER DRIVE NORTHLAKE, 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 October 22, 2018,

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an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 29, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 217 WAGNER DRIVE, NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-29-304-0250000.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-18-08983.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-08983 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2016 CH 08886 TJSC#: 39-2326 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is

deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number 621025070.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 621025070 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 17 CH 13199 TJSC#: 39-2049 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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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. Please refer to file number 257533.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

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. 257533 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 17 CH 00361 TJSC#: 39-1437 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 15-030019 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3118454

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For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-00027.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-00027 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 000381 TJSC#: 39-2431 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-18-08686.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-08686 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 10168 TJSC#: 39-2445 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JESSIE M. GRAHAM, VILLAGE OF MAYWOOD Defendants 17 CH 13199 1915 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 March 14, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 4, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1915 S 6TH AVE., MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-14-311-0070000 fka 15-14-311-007.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $164,558.38.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.CAROL TRAVIS, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 00361 336 EASTERN 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 March 6, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 7, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 336 EASTERN AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-09-119-0270000.

The real estate is improved with a white vinyl siding, two story single family home with a detached two car garage.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs.

JUAN C. ALBIZURES; JENNIFER C. ALBIZURES; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 14 CH 15739 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 Thursday, May 30, 2019 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. 15-04-206-080-0000.

Commonly known as 1510 North 31st Avenue, Melrose Park, IL 60160.

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 Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JUAN MANUEL GUERRERO, JOSEFINA ZEVEDA GUERRERO Defendants 17 CH 000381 844 N. HAROLD AVENUE 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 December 3, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 23, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 844 N. HAROLD AVENUE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-29-321-0230000.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.KARINA L. CRESPO, WILLIAM CORONA, VILLAGE OF MELROSE PARK Defendants 2018 CH 10168 1608 N. 24TH 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 November 28, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 23, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1608 N. 24TH AVENUE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60160 Property Index No. 15-03-116-0500000.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.FERNANDO DELARA, SANDRA PIERSANTI A/K/A SANDRA DELARA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2018 CH 12859 1109 VICTORIA AVENUE Berkeley, IL 60163 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 5, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 10, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1109 VICTORIA AVENUE, Berkeley, IL 60163 Property Index No. 15-06-304-0110000.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose

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prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-18-10805.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-10805 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 12859 TJSC#: 39-1704 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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proved 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. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606.

(312) 357-1125. 18-02860 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3119254

(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. Please refer to file number 267593.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

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. 267593 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 18 CH 12275 TJSC#: 39-1989 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; THE STATE OF ILLINOIS; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., FKA CAPITAL ONE BANK; Defendants, 16 CH 9991 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 Friday, June 7, 2019 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. 15-09-102-053-0000.

Commonly known as 3901 Saint Charles Place, 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 Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-015505 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3119235

the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-18-13543.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-13543 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 15556 TJSC#: 39-2542 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-16488.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-16488 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 015756 TJSC#: 39-2590 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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HOLDERS OF LONG BEACH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-1, ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-1; Plaintiff, vs.

ROLANDO SANCHEZ; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; Defendants, 18 CH 3742 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, June 11, 2019 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. 15-16-122-020-0000.

Commonly known as 3910 CONGRESS STREET, 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. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606.

(312) 357-1125. 17-03273 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3119643

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION BAYVEIW LOAN SERVICIGN LLC A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY; Plaintiff, vs.

NESHA DOYLE; Defendants, 18 CH 9423 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 Friday, June 7, 2019 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. 15-08-106-051-0000.

Commonly known as 1419 MORRIS AVE., BERKELEY, IL 60163.

The mortgaged real estate is im-

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.GREGORY CASTILE A/K/A GREGORY L CASTILE, SANDRA KING N/K/A SANDRA CASTILE, STATE OF ILLINOIS Defendants 18 CH 12275 119 GENEVA 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 March 11, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 12, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 119 GENEVA AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-08-215-0630000.

The real estate is improved with a red brick, one story single family home with a detached two car garage.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED NOTEHOLDERS OF RENAISSANCE HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2006-4; Plaintiff, vs.

DEBRA DREW; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 18 CH 13136 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 Friday, June 7, 2019 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. 15-18-219-006-0000.

Commonly known as 101 North Lind Avenue, Hillside, IL 60162.

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 Law Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455. W18-1598 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3119246 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY; Plaintiff, vs.

ANGELA MCCORD; CARL MCCORD AKA CARL N. MCCORD

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DEKHEARY MELVIN WILLIAMS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MELVIN GILBERT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, DAMON RITENHOUSE, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR MELVIN GILBERT (DECEASED) Defendants 2018 CH 15556 1016 EASTERN 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 April 16, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 29, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1016 EASTERN AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-16-120-044; 15-16-120-027.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR ASSET BACKED SECURITIES CORPORATION HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2001-HE2 ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2001-HE2 Plaintiff, -v.EUGENE WARD JR., DEBRA C. WARD Defendants 15 CH 015756 3615 MADISON STREET 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 30, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 13, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3615 MADISON STREET, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-09-321-1070000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE IN TRUST FOR REGISTERED

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discrimination.

The Illinois Human Rights Act prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental or advertising of real estate based on factors in addition to those protected under federal law.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

Restrictions or prohibitions of pets do not apply to service animals.

To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll free at: 1-800-6699777.

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Way Back Inn: Providing Hope for the Hopeless

n her mid-forties, Dee’s social drinking took a turn for the worse: she drank to forget her problems, and found her problems increased. In short order, she lost her job, home, family and friends. Various attempts at rehab failed, and she woke up one day in a hospital with a bruised and bloody face and no memory of how she got there.

She recalls, “The hospital discharged me at three in the morning, and by the grace of God, an angel picked me up and took me to a treatment center.” After detoxing, the center recommended Dee enter Grateful House, the women’s residence of Way Back Inn. While at Grateful House, she received counseling and guidance through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA.) She says, “I learned to think in a positive way and be grateful. Slowly, I began to want what I had.”

Dee found employment at a cookie store, and over time, she became known as a reliable and dependable employee.

Today, she is taking classes to become a counselor and help others who face the same challenges she once faced.

Anita Pindiur, Executive Director of Way Back Inn/Grateful House, notes that stories like Dee’s are the reason Way Back Inn and Grateful House have long played

such an important role in the communities they serve. Grateful House was founded in Austin in 1958 to serve women struggling with alcoholism, and Way Back Inn was founded in Maywood in 1973 to serve men.

Today, the two original homes have grown to include six locations in Maywood, Oak Park, Forest Park, Chicago and Melrose Park.

Along with alcoholism, Way Back Inn treats adults suffering from drug and gambling dependence. Pindiur says the keys to recovery are long-term treatment and finding a sense of purpose.

During the week, residents receive counseling, group therapy, attend AA meetings and meetings with sponsors.

Each home is set up to function as a family, with residents responsible for cooking and cleaning. Dinner every night is a family meal. On weekends, residents have time for visitation with family or close friends.

Pindiur states that many residents enter Way Back Inn incapable of working.

Through the support of the local community, she says most find work within a few weeks to a month. “This is quite a wonderful community. We have so much support and not a lot of stigma. People understand what Way Back Inn does and are willing to employ our residents.”

As Dee’s example shows, there are

multiple benefits to finding employment during treatment. Jobs provide needed structure and meaning to the day. “With addiction, you can lose that meaning,” remarks Pindiur. “To gain that and have a sense that people are relying on you and you are worthy of that is important.”

Pindiur notes that over the years, the need for their services has only grown, so Way Back Inn is attempting to address problems before they begin. While residential programs are suitable for adults, a new initiative is aimed at adolescents.

Through community outreach and afterschool groups, Way Back Inn is attempting to use education and prevention to prevent gambling and gaming disorders from taking hold of lives of teens.

Today, Way Back Inn serves between fifty-five and sixty residential clients, and close to thirty-five patients on an outpatient basis for gambling addiction.

With a steady stream of referrals from hospitals,

treatment centers and the AA community, she says the importance of residential programs like Way Back Inn cannot be overlooked.

“Research indicates that long-term treatment is required for sustained recovery.

It takes time to change neuro-pathways and find new ways of living, new ways of dealing with stressors and to build new pathways of support.”

For more information on Way Back Inn and its programming, visit www.thewaybackinn.org.

Rebuilding lives damaged by Substance Use Disorder in a personalized healing environment.

Contact us our new Adolescent Gaming programs Our overall goal is to help clients achieve continuous sobriety.

Everyone is welcome The Way Back Inn and Grateful House • 104 Oak Street, Maywood

(708) 345-8422 • wbi@waybackinn.org