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What does 2022 have in store for the West Side?

A fight over a new ward map, new economic development projects among top priorities this year

By IGOR STUDENKOV Contributing Reporter

This year will be particularly consequential for West Side developers and elected officials, with several projects in the works and the battle over the city’s important ward map heating up.

Every 10 years, the Chicago City Council adjusts the ward map to account for the changes in population, ensuring that each ward represents an approximately equal number of people. Under city law, if the City Council fails to approve a new map by Dec. 1 of the year the census results are released, a new ward map will be created after a referendum by voters unless at least 41 out of 50 aldermen vote for a new map by June 2022.

Although the City Council didn’t approve the map by the first deadline, there is still a possibility that it could approve one before the second deadline.

There are currently two maps under consideration. The Latino Caucus map would create 15 majority-Hispanic wards and 16 majority-Black wards. Another map released by the City Council’s Rules Committee would create 14 majorityHispanic wards, 16 majority-Black wards and turn the 27th Ward “plurality-Black,” where Blacks comprise the largest demographic category, but, at 46% of the population, not large enough to form a majority.

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Students walk onto the football field at CPS Marine Leadership Academy, 1920 N. Hamlin Ave., in Logan Square on Nov. 19, 2021.

2022 brings new laws to Illinois: What you need to know

From a ban on hair discrimination to new rules about getting takeout, 2022 laws will change how Chicagoans eat at restaurants, how they’re educated and more

By PASCAL SABINO, MINA BLOOM & STAFF Block Club Chicago

A slate of new city, county and state laws in 2022 will affect education, criminal justice, deportation and eating out for Chicagoans.

Schools no longer can crack down on non-

white hairstyles, and they must do more to protect children from sexual misconduct.

Chicago restaurants must stop offering pop as a default drink for kids’ meals and limit how much single-use plastics they give to customers ordering takeout.

Here’s a closer look at 2022’s new laws:

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Ban on hair discrimination When 4-year-old Jett Hawkins came to his West Side school in March sporting braids, administrators told his mother the hairstyle violated a policy that banned several Black hairstyles, including locs, See NEW LAWS on page 3

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What to expect from page 1 braids and cornrows on boys.

Jett’s mother, Ida Nelson, pushed back, saying the experience of “policing Black children’s hair” can impact a child’s mental health, self-esteem and confidence. Such policies also encourage Black people “to assimilate to fit in with white culture and discard their history and their Black culture,” Nelson said.

The story caught the attention of state Sen. Mike Simmons — who keeps his hair in long, freeform locs — who drafted the bill with the Illinois State Board of Education.

The law requires the state board to complete a review of school handbooks and policies to ensure they don’t single out and ban Black hairstyles like cornrows, locs and braids. The law also directs the state board to produce educational resources for schools about hair discrimination, and the histories behind protective hairstyles Black people often use.

Jett and his mom were on hand when Gov. JB Pritzker signed the Jett Hawkins’ Law in August. It goes into effect Jan. 1.

Mental health days for public school students With education upended for kids during the pandemic, public school students will be allowed mental health days for the first time.

Starting in January, students 7-17 years old can take up to five mental health or behavioral days off per school year, with no doctor’s note required.

The law, sponsored by state Sen. Robert Martwick, was signed by the governor in October.

“Mental health challenges have risen dramatically,” Martwick said in a statement.

“We need to ensure that our teachers and

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Gus “Jett” Hawkins in 2021. After Jett’s West Side school banned him from wearing braids, his mom led a successful campaign to ban hair discrimination in Illinois schools. administrators have every tool they need to identify students who are suffering and ensure those students get the resources they need.”

Ban on plasticware at restaurants Starting in mid-January, Chicago restaurants can only give customers plasticware, napkins and similar items by request.

The city ordinance, passed in September, bans restaurants from providing single-use utensils, stirrers, toothpicks, napkins, cup sleeves and disposable plates in most cases.

Drive-thrus, airports and charity food giveaways would be exempt. The ordinance does not include straws, cup lids or takeout containers, and it does not apply to “selfservice stations,” where customers can grab their own napkins or condiments.

The ordinance is part of an effort to reduce waste of single-use plastics. Alderpeople who supported the final version of the law acknowledged it doesn’t go far enough, but said “small, incremental change” is

needed now without overburdening restaurant owners.

Phase out of cash bail Portions of the Pretrial Fairness Act go into effect Jan. 1. While cash bail itself won’t go away until 2023, other parts of the law will expand the rights of people incarcerated in their homes on electronic monitoring.

Those assigned house arrest as a condition of release will be allowed to leave their homes to perform essential tasks and receive regular reviews, allowing the court to evaluate whether they need to remain on electronic monitoring.

Advocates long have argued that the cash bail system penalizes low-income defendants who have been approved to be released on bond but stay in jail because they cannot afford to pay. When the full law goes into effect in 2023, it will make it easier for defendants to help with their defense and support their families and communities, while still giving judges latitude to jail someone they think poses a threat to the public.

“Being poor is not a crime, end of story,” said state Sen. Robert Peters, who sponsored the legislation. “Folks who have the means to cover their bail don’t spend a minute in jail, while others could be locked up for weeks or even months before their trial begins. This is not a just or equitable system.”

As cash bail is removed, some neighborhood groups have mobilized to provide social services to people released from jail and awaiting trial.

Faith’s law to prevent grooming, sex abuse in schools

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Faith’s Law was in the works for two years before it was signed as a massive sexual abuse scandal unfolded in Chicago Public Schools.

Named for sexual abuse survivor Faith Colson, two parts of the law go into effect in July. First, it bans all forms of grooming in which adults lure children into sexual relaSee NEW LAWS on page 4

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Reforms coming from page 3 tionships. Previous state law defined grooming as luring a child into unlawful sex using the internet. Now, that definition has been expanded to include in-person interaction and written communication.

The law also requires the state offer educator training “on the physical and mental health needs of students, student safety, educator ethics, professional conduct, and other topics that address the well-being of students and improve the academic and social-emotional outcomes of students” this year.

The law was finalized in December amid the scandal at Marine Leadership Academy, 1920 N. Hamlin Ave. Investigators uncovered multiple instances of grooming, but CPS leaders said state law didn’t allow criminal charges because no sexual contact occurred with students until they were legal adults.

Also under Faith’s Law, the Illinois State Board of Education is required to create a statewide resource guide for parents, “a centralized source of assistance and provide resources available to the parent or guardian of a student who is or may be the victim of sexual abuse,” according to the governor’s office. That must be complete by mid-2023.

Legal representation for noncitizens in deportation cases Starting in January, the Cook County Public Defenders Office can represent noncitizens in deportation cases under the Defenders For All Act.

The Defenders for All coalition — a group of more than 40 organizations and community groups — pushed for the law and an immigration unit within the Public Defender’s Office dedicated to these cases.

Cook County is the third jurisdiction, after San Francisco and Alameda County, California, to offer representation to immigrants facing deportation. The law moves Cook County closer to creating a more “welcoming place for everyone to call home,” county board President Toni Preckwinkle said.

“We know individuals who go to immigration court without a lawyer are far more likely to get a worse outcome. Not because of some fact in their case, but solely because they don’t have a lawyer. … We want to change that,” Public Defender Sharone Mitchell said.

Juneteenth The celebration of the effective end of slavery is now a paid state holiday.

Juneteenth is celebrated June 19 to commemorate the day in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to free all enslaved people two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Slavery was abolished through the 13th Amendment in December 1865.

The holiday will be a paid day off for state workers and public education professionals, but only when June 19 falls on a weekday.

That means the first paid holiday for Juneteenth will be in 2023.

President Joe Biden also made Juneteenth a federal holiday. After initially ruling it out as too expensive, Mayor Lori Lightfoot reversed course and declared this year Juneteenth would be an official city holiday, as well.

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Marcus Hammonds and his daughter Memphis serve lemonade to a customer. Local vendors from the neighborhood were at the Back Alley Jazz Festival.

Restaurants must offer water, juice or mil instead of pop for kids’ meals The Serve Kids Better Act, which goes into effect Jan 1, is part of a broader effort to cut down on sugary drinks.

The law requires restaurants to offer water, juice or milk with no added sweeteners as the default option for a kids meal. Drinks like pop can still be ordered on request, but the primary options that are advertised must be some variety of water, milk or fruit or vegetable juice. The governor signed the law in August.

Hate crimes Targeting someone for their citizenship or immigration status is now a hate crime in Illinois.

Under the law signed in August, the state’s criminal code was expanded to specifically include anti-immigration bias as a hate crime, along with crimes based on race, age, gender, sexual orientation and other factors.

The law was part of a slate of legislation designed to strengthen protections for immigrants and refugees.

New school curriculum

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An immigration rally in Chicago.

Two laws will expand what kids learn in school about various ethnic and religious groups.

All public elementary and high schools must teach Asian-American history starting in 2022. That instruction must include lessons on Asian Americans in Illinois and in the Midwest and how Asian Americans advanced civil rights from the 19th century to today.

Illinois became the first state to require Asian-American history instruction when Pritzker signed the law in July.

Starting Jan. 1, United States history classes must also include instruction about how faith communities have shaped Ameri-

can society. That can include lessons about Muslims, Jews, Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists or any other collective community of faith.

That law, signed in August, included a provision to add Jan. 17, the birthday of boxer Muhammad Ali, to the list of commemorative school holidays.

Lemonade stands Kids’ lemonade stands can no longer be shut down under Hayli’s Law. The law was inspired by Hayli Martenez, whose lemonade stand outside her Kankakee home was shut down by county health authorities in 2019. The outrage spurred legislators to create policy that allows kids younger than 16 to sell lemonade without a permit.

The governor signed the law in July, and Kanakakee leaders bought Hayli a portable lemonade stand, CBS Chicago reported.

LGBTQ inclusivity on marriage certificates When Pritzker decriminalized HIV transmission in July, he also finalized laws that make it easier for LGBTQ spouses to alter their marriage certificates and expanded infertility treatment coverage for Illinoisans.

One law allows for couples to request marriage certificates with gender-neutral language or no gendered language at all. That goes into effect Jan. 1. Another will make it easier for couples to correct their name and gender on their marriage certificates was enacted in July.

Insurance coverage for infertility treatments also includes same-sex couples, women older than 35 and single people. That goes into effect Jan. 1.

Pritzker said the laws will help solidify Illinois as a “beacon of equality and hope for the national LGBTQ community.”

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West Side credit union fundraising surpasses $100K

The Leaders Network’s fundraising effort for new credit union surpassed Dec. 31 target

By JORDYN HARRISON AustinTalks

The Leaders Network’s fundraising effort to open a credit union on the West Side has surpassed $100,000 — a goal they aimed to reach by Dec. 31.

During their regular meeting held earlier this month, leaders on the nondenominational group announced about $101,000 has been raised, leaving them $49,000 shy of their $150,000 goal. The hopes to be up and running in 2022.

“So many of you, whatever you’ve given, you have shown that you’re committed to helping us begin locally, this national movement of reversing redlining and the destruction of black wealth,” said Rev. Ira Acree, pastor of Greater St. John Bible Church and Leaders Network co-chairman.

Leaders reminded attendees that donations could be made via check or online through the donation page, though they noted that processing fees would be applied.

Upon hearing that, Rabbi Max Weiss of Oak Park Temple B’nai Abraham Zion volunteered to cover the fees for credit card donations made through Dec. 31st.

In the past, Weiss, who is also in the Founders Circle of the credit union for having donated $5,000, has said that supporting the launch of this credit union on Chicago’s West Side is one of the most im-

portant things he has ever been a part of.

“Our credit union will offer opportunities to exit currency exchanges, embrace financial literacy and lead families to selfdetermination,” said Rev. Marshall Hatch, pastor of New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church and Leaders Network cochairman.

The Leaders Network recently met with the president of the Illinois Credit Union League, the primary trade association for credit unions in the state. The league has been working with the Leaders Network for the past eight months by providing technical assistance and guidance.

“They are very excited about our effort, and they are searching in Illinois for a credit union to mentor us to help us across the line, to get there faster with more resources and supporting guidance,” said Leaders Network member Michelle Collins, who’s been a point person on the effort.

“We expect to have some feedback on that in the first quarter of next year,” she said. “And in the meantime, we’re going to keep on pushing.”

Nate Tubbs, a web and graphic designer and Leaders Network member, shared a new promotion toolkit that can be downloaded and shared. It includes social media assets and printable flyers.

“Every time I come to a Leaders Network meeting you hear about action and the call to take action … Think of five people right now that you’re gonna reach out to. Write those names down, send them a message, send them an email, spread the word because we want this to be a way to advance economic power on the West Side of Chicago,” Tubbs said.

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What to look forward to from page 1 The Rules Committee would largely leave ward boundaries within the Austin community area intact. The part of Austin within the 24th Ward would extend further into industrial areas south of the Eisenhower Expressway. The 28th Ward would include a bigger portion of North Lawndale while the 27th Ward would include most of East Garfield Park east of Sacramento Boulevard.

The 28th Ward would expand into the industrial portion of West Humboldt Park, although the map keeps the Joint Public Safety Training Center within the 37th Ward. Ald. Emma Mitts (37th) has been a vocal supporter of the controversial development, which critics have called the “Cop Academy.”

The Latino Caucus map would spell more dramatic changes for the West Side.

Galewood, which would remain wholly in the 29th Ward under the Rules Committee map, would be split between the 29th and 36th wards under the proposed Latino Caucus map.

The 27th Ward would absorb portions of West Garfield Park and North Lawndale, splitting the former between two wards for the first time in decades, while taking the

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In North Lawndale, the city is planning The Latino Caucus submitted its map for referendum on Dec. 2. Rules Commit- to convert the little-used portion of the tee Chairwoman Ald. Michelle Harris (8th) Altenheim freight railroad line, between said that she would hold public hearings Kostner and California avenues, into a on the remap, but none had been scheduled walking and biking trail similar to the as of Dec. 30.

Bloomingdale Trail/606 on the Northwest In an interview shortly after the Rules Side. The Department of Planning and DeCommittee map was released, Ald. Chris velopment held community meetings in Taliaferro (29th) declined to 2021 and is expected to release comment on either map spea final report on the proposal in cifically. He said that, since his the beginning of 2022. ward didn’t see as much populaIn East Garfield Park, the tion change, he would prefer to Boston-based nonprofit develkeep it intact. oper Preservation of Afford“The 29th Ward population able Housing is planning to was almost perfect, so I don’t build two mixed-use buildings see the big need to change the at the spot where 5th Avenue boundaries of the ward, but I dead-ends into Kedzie Avenue, understand that we must work at 3145 and 3150 W. Fifth Ave. together and that means posIn response to resident feedsible [boundary changes],” the back, the nonprofit agreed to CHRIS TALIAFERO alderman said. make all units affordable to 29th Ward alderman In Galewood, work on the average residents of the Chicalong-delayed redevelopment of goland region, with apartments the former U.S. Bank building in the south building and either at 6700 W. North Ave. resumed condos or cooperative housing last September. Five Thirty One Partners in the north building. POAH hopes to start LLC is planning to renovate the historic construction in the spring of 2022.

U.S. Bank by adding a third floor and buildIn West Humboldt Park, Amazon is planing a total of 36 residential units. It re- ning to open a 140,000-square-foot distribumains to be seen whether the building will tion center on the Allied Metal property at include the new Galewood branch library 1260 N. Kostner Ave. The company plans to on the first floor. open the facility by the end of 2022.

Last fall, the Chicago Public Library Mitts, whose ward includes the property, system got a $7 million state construc- indicated in a statement that the company tion grant, but library spokesperson Pat- would create “nearly 500 full- and part-time rick Malloy emphasized that the location jobs.” But Nobel Neighbors, a local comwasn’t necessarily a done deal. Viktor Ja- munity organization, expressed concerns kovljevic, who owns the former U.S. Bank about the impact of increased truck traffic property, said that, while they hoped to on nearby homes. finish construction by winter 2022, he thought the end of 2022 was a more realis- CONTACT: igorst3@hotmail.com

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appy New Year! 2022 is here and this year was supposed to be the year of Arlene and David.

I was born on the 20th and my cousin David was born on the 22nd. But he left me two years ago and I miss his presence. His loss truly emphasized to me the need to take care of things while you can. So my New Year’s resolution is simple. I’m going to take care of all the things I’ve been putting off.

As most of us know, it’s easy for time to fly by. Suddenly it’s one year later, then two years, and now a bunch of years. But I am going to be very pro-active this year. None of us know how many of our numbered days we have left.

I’m hoping for at least 30 more years. But I want that time to be filled with accomplishments and not regrets over what I didn’t get a chance to take care of.

Admittedly finances are part of the reasons that a lot of the things I didn’t do never happen. I’ve always been very good with managing my money, but if money becomes short, there’s little to manage.

Over 20 years ago I had the second-story addition put on my house. The room for my daughter was painted white and somehow we never got around to painting it any other color. Then I got a call from a relative who needed a place to stay and that room was the perfect

place for her to use. So I pulled out all my painting supplies, including the paint I had purchased a couple of years ago, and pretty much got 95% of the room painted. This month I’ll do the finishing touches.

As I see it, the only way to reach the goals I have set for myself is to just go for it. Some goals I have are large. And everything is costing more because of inflation. I just got another gas bill, and it’s almost triple what I was expecting. I still have the month of January and February to go before spring comes in March. Hopefully the weather won’t be too bad during those months so that my gas consumption won’t create an even more astronomical bill!

Although I am a decent amateur carpenter, I’m going to take some classes so I can better perfect my skills. I want a window box to go on my bungalow ledge in the front. I haven’t had one in over 20 years. The cost of lumber was coming down the last time I looked, and the prices to have someone make it just seemed a little outlandish considering that it’s a pretty simple item. Plus if I build it myself, I don’t have to worry about transporting the entire piece home.

It’s still January and I’m so enthused about what I will be accomplishing this year. Come December, the truth will be revealed.

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City Council approves West Side taxing area Ordinance authorizes 1.45% tax levy, $256,317 budget for new West Garfield Park Special Service Area

By IGOR STUDENKOV Contributing Reporter

The Chicago City Council recently approved the creation of Special Service Area (SSA) 77 to raise funds for economic development in West Garfield Park’s Madison/ Pulaski corridor, clearing the way for the selection of the governing commission that will decide how the money will actually be spent.

The SSA 77 includes most of the buildings along the portion of Madison Street between Kenton and Hamlin avenues, and the portion of Pulaski Road roughly between the Green Line ‘L’ tracks and Congress Parkway.

All the properties within the SSA’s borders get an additional tax levy that can’t be more than 2% of the properties’ collective Equalized Assessed Value. This is the second SSA on the West Side and the second SSA to be managed by the Austin-based Westside Health Authority.

The City Council approved the service area’s creation on Dec. 16 as part of a larger package of ordinances. In addition to creating the SSA, the ordinance sets its budget and tax levy for 2022. With the service area now in place, Mayor Lori Lightfoot can now appoint the five SSA commissioners who would govern the area. The City Council must confirm the mayor’s appointments.

The Madison/Pulaski commercial corridor never fully recovered from the riots that erupted in the wake of the assassination of

Martin Luther King Jr. During the Nov. 9 public hearing on the SSA’s creation, there was a broad agreement that the businesses could use support and the SSA funding would help.

The only point of contention was who would get to run it.

In order to form an SSA, a local organization, usually either a nonprofit or a chamber of commerce, must submit an application.

If the SSA is approved, that organization becomes the provider.

In 2016, the Westside Heath Authority successfully launched SSA 72/Austin Village, the West Side’s first SSA in Austin, in the area around the intersection of Chicago and Cicero avenues.

The nonprofit started the application process for the Madison/Pulaski service area in the fall of 2020. But this came after the Garfield Park Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 application for a similar SSA was denied in the summer of 2020.

Chamber head Siri Hibbler has alleged that this was done at 28th Ward Ald. Jason Ervin’s request. Chicago Department of Planning and Development Deputy Commissioner Peter Strazzabosco denied that alderman’s wishes had any role in the process, saying that the chamber simply missed the June 2020 application deadline.

According to application documents, the SSA commission would need to be up and running within two months after the service area is approved. The Commission decides

on policies to guide how the service provider runs the service area. It will also be recommending the budget and the tax levy going forward, with the city council getting the final approval.

Since the commission doesn’t exist yet, the planning department came up with the SSA’s first budget and the tax levy. The SSA’s 2022 budget allocates $12,816 for attracting customers to area businesses, $121,325 to improve “public way aesthetics,” $15,000 for economic and business development, $54,253 for public health and safety programs, $17,466 to cover the costs of managing the SSA and $35,457 for employee-related costs. The tax levy for the 2021 tax year was set at 1.45%. The SSA will receive the funds in August 2022.

While the mayor appoints the commissioners, the providers process the applications and local aldermen have input in the appointment process. The candidates can’t serve on the provider’s board of directors and they can’t owe any money to the city or be behind on child support by the time the appointment takes effect. To ensure that the terms are staggered, the first three members are appointed for three-year terms and the other two are appointed for two-year terms.

All terms last for two years from then on.

During the Nov. 9 hearing, Hibbler and several other attendees argued that an Austin organization isn’t the best fit for a West Garfield Park corridor. In an interview following the hearing, WHA CEO Morris Reed

pushed back against Hibbler’s argument, saying that his organization started out in West Garfield Park and their mission is to serve the whole West Side and not just Austin.

Hibbler claimed that Ervin approached Reed to run the SSA. While Reed didn’t deny that, he said that area businesses approached the organization as well. Reed also said that, when Ervin approached his nonprofit, they reached out to West Garfield Park residents and businesses to make sure they would be welcome.

“WHA hired a consultant, a consultant that it’s independent of us, to explain what an SSA is and what it can do,” Reed said.

“And [residents and business owners] still wanted us to submit the application.”

Throughout the interview, he emphasized that the SSA commission will determine how the service area will be run. The nonprofit was still looking for candidates to serve on the commission. Reed said that Hibbler and any of her supporters are welcome to apply.

“We’re not opposed to any groups getting involved,” he said. “Siri Hibbler can get involved as a commissioner and we can certainly support that.”

The commissioner application forms are available on SSA program website at https:// www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dcd/supp_info/ special_service_areassaprogram.html

CONTACT: igorst3@hotmail.com

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HELP WANTED • NETWORK SPECIALIST Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.

Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION To perform various network/system administration, computer support, and operational activities for the Village including computer system setup, configuration, and testing.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Reports directly to the Information Technology Services Director.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Essential duties and responsibilities 1. Ensure that best in class customer service is provided to both internal and external customers and also embrace, support, and promote the Village’s core values, beliefs and culture.

2. Configure, test, and deploy network systems, such as, firewalls, routers, switches, wireless equipment, network servers and storage arrays.

3. Configure, test, and deploy system servers, such as, file, print, Internet, e-mail, database, and application servers.

4. Configure, test, and monitor server and end-user systems for security, such as, user accounts, login scripts, file access privileges, and group policy management.

5. Configure, test, and deploy end-user systems, such as, workstations, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and software.

6. Test, configure, deploy, and support security systems, such as, facility access system, video & audio system.

7. Monitor and auditing of networks, systems, and user activities to ensure security and efficiency of systems. Create scripts and reports of detail activities for regular review.

8. Perform and participate in disaster recovery activities, such as, backup procedures, data recovery, and system recovery planning.

9. Assist end-users with computer problems or queries. Troubleshoot systems as needed and meet with users to analyze specific system needs.

10. Ensure the uniformity, reliability and security of system resources including network, hardware,

software and other forms of systems and data.

11. Prepare, create and update user/technical procedure documentations and provide computer training.

12. Assemble, test, and install network, telecommunication and data equipment and cabling.

13. Participate in research and recommendation of technology solutions.

Other important responsibilities and duties 1. Train users in the area of existing, new or modified computer systems and procedures.

2. Participate in the preparation of various activity reports.

3. Travel and support remote facilities and partner agencies.

4. Operate, administer and manage the Village and Public Safety computer systems, including E-911 center, in-vehicle computer systems.

5. Prepare clear and logical reports and program documentation of procedures, processes, and configurations.

6. Complete projects on a timely and efficient manner.

7. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

8. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

9. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principals and procedures of computer systems, such as, data communication, hierarchical structure, backups, testing and critical analysis.

Hardware and software configuration of. computers, servers and mobile devices, including computing environment of Windows Server and Desktop OS and applications, Unix/Linux OS, VMware, iOS/Android.

Network protocols, security, configuration and administration, including firewalls, routers, switches and wireless technology.

Cabling and wiring, including CAT5/6, fiber network, telephone, serial communication, termination, and punch-down.

Telecommunications theory and technology, including VoiP, serial communication, wireless protocols, PBX, analog, fax, voicemail and auto-attendant.

Principles and methods of computer programming, coding and testing, including power shell, command scripting, macros, and

VB scripts.

Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.

Technical writing, office productivity tools and database packages.

Ability to: Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following: - Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time - Operating assigned equipment - Lift 50 pounds of equipment, supplies, and materials without assistance - Working in and around computer equipped vehicles Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: - Making observations - Communicating with others - Reading and writing - Operating assigned equipment and vehicles Maintain mental capacity allowing for effective interaction and communication with others.

Maintain reasonable and predictable attendance.

Work overtime as operations require.

Experience and Training Guidelines Experience: Three years of network/system administration in the public or private sector, maintaining a minimum of 75 Client Workstation computers. AND Training: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science or a related field. Certifications in Microsoft Server Administration, Networking, Applications and Cisco Networking.

Possession of a valid Illinois Driver License is required at the time of appointment.

Vaccination against COVID-19 strongly preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS Work in a computer environment; sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time; continuous exposure to computer screens; work in and around computerized vehicles outdoor and garage facility; lifting heavy equipment, communication cabling and wiring into walls and ceilings.

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF HR AND RACIAL EQUITY The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Director of HR and Racial Equity in the Human Resources Department. This newly created position supports the management of activities and operations of the Human Resources Department and collaboratively develops and drives an organization-wide racial equity and social justice strategy, ensuring timely execution of objectives, and continuously monitoring the progress towards reaching milestones. The incumbent will lead and provide subject matter expertise to the leadership team in the development and implementation of equity initiatives, both internal and external. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http://www.oak-park. us/jobs. Position opened until filled.

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Seasonal Farmers’ Market Manager The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Seasonal Farmers’ Market Manager in the Health Department.

This position manages the Oak Park Farmer’s Market including the vendors that sell directly to the public within established guidelines. This is a part-time seasonal position with work from January-mid November and work required on Saturday’s from May through October.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs.

Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application. Open until filled.

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Police Records Clerk in the Police Department. This position will perform a wide variety of specialized clerical duties in support of the Police Department including processing and maintaining documents, correspondence and coding reports; and to provide information and assistance to the public.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs.

SANITARIAN

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Sanitarian in the Health Department. This position will perform a variety of duties including education and enforcement activities for the promotion and protection of the public health environment.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http://www.oak- park.us/jobs.

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITATION TO BID TO METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT OF GREATER CHICAGO

CONTRACT 22-654-11 FURNISH AND DELIVER PARTS AND REPAIR SERVICES FOR SLUICE GATE VALVE ACTUATORS Bid Opening: February 1, 2022 Compliance with the District’s Affirmative Action Ordinance Revised Appendix D, Appendix C, Appendix V is required on this Contract.

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By Darlene A. LoCascio Director of Procurement and Materials Management Chicago, Illinois January 5, 2022

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Sealed proposals, endorsed as above, will be submitted back to the District via an electronic upload to the Bonfire Portal only, from the date of the Invitation to Bid, up to 11:00 A.M. (Chicago time), on the bid opening date, and will be opened publicly as described in the Invitation to Bid by the Director of Procurement and Materials Management or designee at 11:00 AM on the stated bid opening date below for: CONTRACT 21-260-4H THORNTON ROCK DAM TREATMENT AND GEOTECHNICAL INSTRUMENTATION, CSA Bid Opening: February 15, 2022 Compliance with the District’s Affirmative Action Ordinance Revised Appendix D, Appendix C, Appendix K and the Multi-Project Labor Agreement are required on this Contract.

CONTRACT 21-970-12 JANITORIAL SERVICES AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (RE-BID) Bid Opening: February 1, 2022 Compliance with the District’s Affirmative Action Ordinance Revised Appendix D (Groups A and C) and Appendix C is required on this Contract.

CONTRACT 22-027-11 FURNISH AND DELIVER GLASS AND PLASTIC LABWARE TO VARIOUS LOCATIONS FOR A ONE-EAR PERIOD Bid Opening: January 18, 2022 CONTRACT 22-028-11 FURNISH AND DELIVER PAPER FILTERS, CRUCIBLES, AND PETRIE DISHES TO VARIOUS LOCATIONS FOR A ONE-YEAR PERIOD Bid Opening: January 18, 2022 CONTRACT 22-102-12 BOAT MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS AND PARTS FOR THE PC100 BOAT (RE-BID) Bid Opening: January 18, 2022 CONTRACT 22-408-11 JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR THE MAIN OFFICE BUILDING COMPLEX Bid Opening: January 25, 2022 Compliance with the District’s Affirmative Action Ordinance Revised Appendix D, Appendix C are required on this Contract.

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CONTRACT 22-676-11 PEST, RODENT, TERMITE AND ANIMAL CONTROL AT VARIOUS SERVICES AREAS Bid Opening: January 25, 2022 CONTRACT 22-691-11 TRUCK HAULING OF PROCESSED SOLIDS FOR LASMA, CALSMA AND THE EGAN WATER RECLAMATION PLANT Optional Technical Pre-Bid Conference: Tuesday, January 18, 2022, 10:00 am, MOB Board Room, 100 E Erie, Chicago, Illinois Bid Opening: February 1, 2022 Compliance with the District’s Affirmative Action Ordinance Revised Appendix D, Appendix C and Appendix V is required on this Contract. ***************************************** ***************************************** The above is an abbreviated version of the Notice- Invitation to Bid. A full version which includes a brief description of the project and/or service can be found on the District’s website, www.mwrd. org; the path is as follows: Doing Business à Procurement andMaterials Management à Contract Announcements. Specifications, proposal forms and/or plans may be obtained from the Department of Procurement and Materials Management by downloading online from the District’s website at www.mwrd.org (Doing Business à Procurement & Materials Management à Contract Announcements). No fee is required for the Contract Documents. Any questions regarding the downloading of the Contract Document should be directed to the following email: contractdesk@mwrd.org or call 312-751-6643.

All Contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-et.seq.), where it is stated in the Invitation to Bid Page. The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals if deemed in the public’s best interest.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER Plaintiff, -v.AUGUSTINE MORGAN, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF WILL W SMITH III, THOMAS HARDING, FREDDIE HARDING, WILL HARDING, LATEE SMITH, DANIEL SMITH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, JULIE FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR WILL W. SMITH III (DECEASED) Defendants 2019CH00118 2128 S HARDING AVE CHICAGO, IL 60623 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 11, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 27, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 030R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2128 S HARDING AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60623 Property Index No. 16-23-317-0290000 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

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 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.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

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

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

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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

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

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES 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. 14-18-13484 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019CH00118 TJSC#: 41-3211 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

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE that purpose.

Case # 2019CH00118 I3183837 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR FOR JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2004-KS3 Plaintiff, -v.JESSE ROGERS, AS SUPERVISED ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF DENISE WILLIAMS (DECEASED), CITY OF CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT Defendants 2019 CH 01819 642 N. LOTUS AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60644 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 14, 2021, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 18, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 030R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 642 N. LOTUS AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60644 Property Index No. 16-09-108-0150000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $101,638.58.

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).

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 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, Alexander Potestivo, POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL, 60606 (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number 309147.

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.

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago IL, 60606 312-263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw. com Attorney File No. 309147 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 2019 CH 01819 TJSC#: 41-2348 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2019 CH 01819 I3183666 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4; Plaintiff, vs.

HERMENEGILDO GARCIA; CITY OF CHICAGO; DOMINGA GARCIA; S&J INSTALLERS, INC. AKA S&J INSTALLERS CO.; Defendants, 19 CH 8387 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 Monday, January 24, 2022 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. 16-26-210-041-0000.

Commonly known as 2338 South Trumbull Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623.

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. Matthew C. Abad at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever Law Group, 225 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606.

(312) 236-0077. SPS000135-19FC1 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3183410 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION M&T BANK Plaintiff, -v.OMAR STOVER A/K/A OMAR D. STOVER, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR USA HOME MORTGAGE CORP, CITY OF CHICAGO, STEEL GUARD, INC., HOMAN SQUARE RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 10 CH 31888 3529 WEST POLK STREET CHICAGO, IL 60624 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 12, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 31, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 030R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3529 WEST POLK STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60624 Property Index No. 16-14-412-014000 The real estate is improved with a red brick three story home with no 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 (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)

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 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. 253188 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 10 CH 31888 TJSC#: 41-3062 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 10 CH 31888 I3184317

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