Forest Park Review_041421

Forest Park Review | 2021

Matching Fund. Double your donation today! Details on page 6

All democracy is local

GROWING COMMUNITY MEDIA, NFP ForestParkReview.com Vol. 104, No. 15

$1.00

REVIEW F O R E S T PA R K

Bar allowed to reopen, fined $2,500 PAGE 4 New computers for D91 students in fall PAGE 8

APRIL 14, 2021

@FP_Review @ForestParkReview

Forest Park vax site has inoculated more than 30,000

Despite more doses and broader eligibility, COVID-19 cases rising, officials say By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

More than 31,000 vaccines have been administered at the Cook County’s mass vaccine site in the former HOBO building, 7630 Roosevelt Rd., according to Israel Rocha Jr., chief executive officer for Cook County Health, at an April 8 press conference at that location. Rocha spoke at the Forest Park Mall vaccine site along with Governor J.B. Pritzker, Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Forest Park Mayor Rory Hoskins and other officials. At the press conference Pritzker announced that beginning April 12, vaccination eligibility would open up statewide. “Starting Monday every Illinoisan 16 and over, no matter where they live or where they work, will be eligible to access these lifesaving COVID-19 vaccines,” said Pritzker. Pritzker said that this week, 150,000 new first-dose appointments will be available at the state’s 11 statesupported mass vaccination sites, including the one in See HOBO VACCINATION SITE on page 10

Photo by MARIA MAXHAM

BRAND NEW BEDS: Forest Park’s Community Garden volunteers carry freshly built beds to replace aging ones at an event on April 11 to get the garden ready for planting.

Cultivating community

Board and volunteers get garden ready for spring By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

Forest Park Community Garden board members and volunteers met at garden on April 10 for some spring repairs, which included building and replacing 16 beds. “It’s a big lift this year,” said board member Jessica Rinks, since the beds

IN Crime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 THIS Big Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ISSUE Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Obituaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Classified . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

were all originally built from 2009 to 2011, and some were in need of serious fixing. The garden allows people to rent a bed for the season, and those spots fill up fast, Rinks said. There’s already a waiting list for this year. The Community Garden also reserves and tends five plots where volunteers grow veggies for the Forest Park Food Pantry. And there’s the public Giving Garden, where vegetables and herbs are planted and can be harvested by anyone walking by. “It you’re out of rosemary, stop by the Giving Garden before going to the

grocery store,” said President Kimberly Adami-Hawegawa. Adami-Hasegawa said she’s excited to kick off this year’s gardening with other Community Garden board members and volunteers, and she gave a shout out to the village, which is always responsive to questions or needs the group has. “They are awesome,” Adami-Hasegawa said. The garden is located at the northwest corner of Harlem Avenue and interstate 290 expressway with entrance from the alley. Learn more at facebook.com/ForestParkGrows.

Dollar Store car thief caught

Man who shot police officer charged

PAGE 15

PAGE 13

@F @FP_Review Follow us on TWITTER

2

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

New This Year! 2021-2022 Online Registration for all returning students begins Monday, May 17, 2021 All students must register each year and parents and guardians must provide three proofs of residency. More information will be forthcoming after spring break. Stay informed. Visit www.fpsd91.org for details and updates.

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

A

Pandemic waning but its fatigue lingers

re you fighting negativity? Is negativity winning? We’ve done our best to stay positive during the pandemic. We’ve exercised. We spend time with loved ones. We tune out the grim international news. We’ve disconnected from politics. Despite everything we’ve done to remain emotionally healthy, it’s been a struggle. It seems ironic that we’re feeling emotional fatigue now, just as there’s a light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. We see progress in so many areas, from inoculations to schools and businesses reopening. In Forest Park, we see positive signs of spring, with Empowering Gardens delivering free flowers, the Community Garden people planting and citizens groups cleaning up litter. We returned from Florida feeling euphoric and determined to take care of our emotional and physical health. I scheduled a dental check-up, an eye exam and the allimportant vaccine shot. I got my first shot at the Forest Park Mall facility. The place is run with military efficiency and, except for a bit of soreness, I felt great. I was also easily discouraged by any kind of adversity. It started when our car’s driver-side door would no longer open from the inside. After I climbed out through the

passenger door, I found sewer work going on at our building and learned we couldn’t use the water. It’s bad enough not having water, then the power went off. This was a blessing of sorts, because I had been watching The Masters golf tournament and I couldn’t bear seeing them miss four-foot putts. Eventually the water and power came back on but I remained in a fragile state. I was tormented by painful memories from the past and fears about the future. I felt like I was being attacked by demons. I didn’t need a therapist. I needed an exorcist. I did my best to focus on the present but this wasn’t helpful. I’m deeply disturbed by the recent gun violence in Forest Park. I don’t care if it’s being perpetrated by non-residents or it’s homegrown violence. Hearing gunshots makes us all feel unsafe. So, we took positive actions to feel better. We visited with our kids and grandkids. We even celebrated Siblings Day by having dinner with my sister at our favorite Forest Park restaurant. The food was great and, more importantly, the whole evening felt “normal.” Later that night, I was playing my keyboard, when I was suddenly seized by a panic attack. I had never had a panic attack before. It was a scary out-of-body experi-

JOHN RICE

A

L O O K

B A C K

I N

ence. I calmed myself down by continuing to play and conjuring up feelings of gratitude. When we look at our lives objectively, we have so many things we can be thankful for. But when we’re in the grip of a panic attack, the anxiety is overwhelming. I’m not alone. One in three Americans has had a panic attack during the pandemic. They are frightening but not dangerous. They are also temporary. After a brief time, I felt the anxiety subside. I could focus on all the good things that happened that day and see the future in a positive light. I also drew inspiration from some of the developments in town. I’m inspired by the courage and creativity of our business owners. They have been so resourceful in their efforts to survive. A restaurant is transformed into a gourmet deli. An ice cream shop constructs a factory to make their own ice cream. Restaurants and bars use tents and heaters to expand their seating. I’m also proud of how our Review staff has soldiered on during these difficult times. Making deadlines is tough when even missed putts upset you.

■ John Rice is a columnist/private detective, who has seen his business and family thrive in Forest Park. He thoroughly enjoys life in the village and still gets a thrill smelling Red Hots, watching softball and strolling through cemeteries. Jrice1038@aol.com

T I M E . . .

HARLEM AND MADISON, 1999 Crews on Madison Street laid a new water main under the north side of the street in May 1999. This photo features Healy’s West Side at its location just east of Elgin Street. In the background is the corner gas station (now a vacant lot), Harlem Avenue, and Wendy’s in Oak Park.

F O R E S T PA R K

REVIEW Editor Maria Maxham Senior Editor Bob Uphues Contributing Reporters Tom Holmes, John Rice, Bob Skolnik, Jackie Glosniak, Robert J. Lifka Columnists Alan Brouilette, Jill Wagner, Tom Holmes, John Rice Food Editor Melissa Elsmo Staff Photographer Alex Rogals Design/Production Manager Andrew Mead Designers Debbie Becker, Mark Moroney Sales and Marketing Representatives Lourdes Nicholls, Marc Stopeck Sales & Development Mary Ellen Nelligan Circulation Manager Jill Wagner Publisher Dan Haley Business Manager Joyce Minich GROWING COMMUNITY MEDIA Board of Directors Chair Judy Greffin Treasurer Nile Wendorf Deb Abrahamson, Gary Collins, Darnell Shields, Sheila Solomon, Eric Weinheimer HOW TO REACH US ADDRESS 141 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 PHONE 708-366-0600 ■ FAX 708-467-9066 EMAIL forestpark@wjinc.com CIRCULATION Jill@oakpark.com ONLINE ForestParkReview.com TWITTER @FP_Review Postmaster: Please send address changes to: Forest Park Review,141 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302-2901. Periodical rate postage paid at Oak Park, IL (USPS No 0205-160) In-county subscriptions: $28 per year. $42 for two years, $58 for three years. Out-of-county subscriptions: $36 per year. Forest Park Review is published digitally and in print by Growing Community Media NFP. © 2021 Growing Community Media NFP. F O R E S T PA R K

REVIEW

–Jill Wagner

Photo by Frank Pinc

Share photos on Instagram using #fpreview or email alexa@oakpark.com. All photos become property of Forest Park Review for possible future use in print or digital capacities.

@ForestParkReview

3

4

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

Tap Room allowed to reopen after temporary suspension of liquor license

$2,500 fine and stipulation to all charges part of agreement By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

After the temporary emergency suspension of its liquor license on April 3, Forest Park Tap Room will be allowed to reopen again on Monday, April 12, at 3 p.m. Owners Lance and Hansel Law were also ordered to pay a $2,500 fine. The decision was made during an April 9 public hearing before Mayor Rory Hoskins, who serves as the village’s liquor commissioner. The meeting was attended by more than two dozen people, including local business owners and residents. The hearing was to determine whether the liquor license should be suspended or revoked and if a fine should be imposed, according to counsel to the village, attorney Thomas Bastian. Bastian cited multiple violations against Tap Room, including service of alcohol after hours; failure to prohibit off-premises consumption of alcohol; failure to prevent patrons from causing harm to neighboring businesses; incidents of patrons urinating

and vomiting in public places and on private property; excessive noise; and failure to adhere to Illinois Department of Public Health and Cook County COVID-19 guidelines regarding capacity and social distancing. Because the Laws’ lawyer was not present, Bastian offered to continue the hearing until the following Friday but indicated that the bar would have to remain closed until then. The owners opted to meet with village prosecutor Sharon O’Shea during the April 3 hearing instead of waiting. A disposition was reached between the Laws, O’Shea and Deputy Police Chief Ken Gross during a private meeting while the hearing was recessed. The decision was made to recess the hearing again until April 16, at which time the orders and agreement would officially be entered into the record, a procedural process. In the meantime, the bar can reopen on Monday afternoon and a $2,500 fine will be paid to the village within 60 days. Conditions the Laws must meet include getting – and following – the exact requirements regarding COVID-19 regulations from the building director, stipulating to the charges that were filed, and cooperating with the village in controlling disturbances outside the premises. “They have been admonished and they understand the issues,” said O’Shea. “They are going to work with their manager with

regard to any events that are held there. They understand the severity of what is happening in that area and that they need to preserve the peace.” If problems persist, said O’Shea, “we’re going to revisit the suspension.” She later added that revisiting the issue “can end up in another suspension and or revocation of their license.” The agreement between O’Shea and the Laws was approved by Hoskins as liquor commissioner. Forest Park Tap Room opened in late October 2020, days before the state mandated all bars and restaurants cease indoor service until improvements in COVID-19 rates and statistics were seen. The Laws, who own another bar in Berwyn called Berwyn Tap Room, are renting the space for Forest Park Tap Room from building owner Mark Hosty, who ran the long-standing pub Healy’s in that location. Hosty closed Healy’s in the early days of COVID-19 and never reopened, announcing its permanent closure on Oct. 13. Hosty is a former village commissioner. Hoskins issued Tap Room the available Class A1 liquor license from Healy’s, allowing it to operate as a stand-alone bar that does not plan to sell food. Though Healy’s had closed, the A1 license it carried was still open. Last August, when the village council voted on the number of

liquor licenses in each category, the number of A1 licenses was reduced by three, as Amy’s Winehouse converted to a coffee shop and R Place and Oak Leaf had shut their doors. Hoskins said Hosty had asked him to keep Healy’s license open in the event that the bar reopened after the pandemic; therefore, the license was not closed out at that meeting and was available for Forest Park Tap Room. The Class A liquor license was instituted by the village in April 2012, according to previous reporting in the Review. At the time the ordinance was introduced, then Mayor Tony Calderone said the goal was to prevent restaurants from “morphing into full-scale bars” because it required licensee issues to earn at least 50 percent of their gross sales from food. When Tap Room opened, Hoskins told the Review that he understood the trend in Forest Park to move away from stand-alone bars and A1 licenses, since for years the village has wanted to become a family-oriented destination, known for being more than just a “bar town.” “But we have to look at it on a case-bycase basis. This was a discretionary call on the part of the liquor commissioner,” said Hoskins, who added that he didn’t want a big and prominent space on Madison Street left empty.

Burkhardt Court barricaded to prevent bar-related problems

Non-residents parking, congregating becoming an issue, says mayor By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

In what some residents are calling a “band-aid tactic” and others are praising, the village has decided to barricade Burkhardt Court at Madison Street on Friday and Saturday nights beginning at 9 p.m. The move is an attempt to prevent “large, disruptive crowds in the neighborhoods near Madison Street,” as described in a letter to residents living in the area of Burkhardt Court and Warren Avenue. The letter, distributed last week, indicated that village officials expect problem behavior related to the bars on Madison Street to increase as weather warms up. “We believe the situation will become worse as the spring and summer continue,” reads the notice.

Photo by MARIA MAXHAM

TEMPORARY CLOSURE: The village has begun blocking Burkhardt Court at Madison Street on Friday and Saturday nights in what they say is a temporary move to help prevent overparking and congregating of bar patrons. The notice states the solution is “temporary,” but if it works more permanent solutions will be considered.

“Residents are encouraged to use the alleys or if necessary travel on Warren in the wrong direction to access their homes,” di-

rects the notice. According to an email from Mayor Rory Hoskins on April 10, the decision was “driven by staff, including the police department in response to numerous calls and emails from residents in the Burkhardt-Warren area about illegal parking on that very narrow street. There are also reports of persons essentially ‘tailgating’ at unreasonable hours around the times that bars are closing.” Hoskins added: “It’s not permanent. Our intent is to deter non-resident vehicle traffic and to ease the nerves of residents who are on edge for various reasons.” This move is the latest in the village’s attempts to curb problems with unruly bar patrons and potentially cut down on violence in the streets. Already, the village has announced it is looking into hiring part-time police officers to help patrol, especially during the overnight weekend hours. Additionally, plans are in place to target property owners, not just the bar owners that in some cases are renting space for their pubs, under the nuisance property guidelines already in place in village code.

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

Armed robber steals I-Phones

An armed robbery occurred at Metro PCS, 7226 Roosevelt Rd., on April 7 at 2:15 p.m. An employee of the store reported that a male entered the store wearing a full ski mask. He approached the counter and asked to see a new iPad. According to the police report, the employee said an ID was required to look at the products. Allegedly, the suspect headed to the exit, saying he would get his identification and come back, but then turned around and lifted his shirt to reveal a gun in his waist band. “Let me save you the trouble; where do you keep all the phones?” the suspect then allegedly asked. The employee told the suspect that the phones were in the back room, and he ordered her to take him there, which she did. He grabbed a few iPhones and fled the store. He was last seen headed southbound on Elgin Avenue with the phones in his arms.

Man steals baseball cards in baby wipes box A man at Walmart, 1300 Desplaines Ave., took a box of baby wipes from the shelf, emptied it, and put approximately 20 packs of baseball cards inside the container on April 9 at 5:54 p.m. He then proceeded to the self-checkout, where he scanned the box of baby wipes but not the card packs he’d put inside. The value of the cards was $218.60. He was escorted to the loss prevention office to wait for police and was issued a local ordinance citation for retail theft.

Hard on the furniture A man was arrested on April 8 at 8:16 p.m. on the 300 block of Desplaines Avenue after allegedly hitting his neighbor’s patio furniture and patio door with a broom. The neighbor had called police earlier that evening about the man creating a disturbance, and the man promised to stay inside. But he didn’t, said police, and about an hour later the neighbor complained again and police charged the man with disorderly conduct.

Improperly stored gun nets felony A man with a valid firearm owner’s ID card but no concealed carry license was charged with a felony for having a loaded gun under the driver’s seat of his vehicle. Police originally approached the man because he reportedly was drinking in his car in the 400 block of Thomas Avenue on April 10 at 12:11 a.m. Because of the open alcohol, officers said they were going to search his vehicle and asked if he had anything illegal in the car. He said no. But officers reported discovering a 9 mm Glock 19 handgun with a fully loaded magazine under the driver’s seat. A bottle of Per-

oni brand beer was also found in the vehicle. The driver said he’d purchased the gun legally because he was robbed approximately two years ago. He said he put the gun under his seat earlier in the week and forgot about it. By law, because he does not have a CCL, the gun should have been locked, unloaded and out of reach. The passenger, who like the driver was drinking, was issued a citation for open alcohol, police said.

Unlawful use of weapon, DUI A man was charged with felony offenses of unlawful use and possession of a weapon and charged with driving under the influence, no insurance and improper parking on a roadway when he was found drunk and passed out behind the wheel on Roosevelt Road and Desplaines Avenue on April 10 at 3:07 a.m. His vehicle was in the middle of the intersection, and when police knocked on the window, he would wake up for a moment, then close his eyes again. The car was in drive and the man’s foot was on the brake, police said. Eventually police got the man to respond, and he put the car in park and exited the vehicle, at which point officers noticed the strong smell of alcohol emitting from him. He was unsteady with slurred speech and am ambulance was called, but the man refused medical treatment. Officers then noticed a bullet hole in the windshield and two live rounds on the driver’s side floor mat. They reported locating a 9 mm “ghost gun” of unknown make and model under the passenger’s seat.

Turtle-shaped planter stolen A turtle-shaped flower planter was reported stolen from a residence on the 600 block of Grove Lane on April 6 at 8:10 a.m. The approximate value is $25.

Reckless driving during funeral procession A driver was ticketed for reckless driving during a funeral procession travelling west on the 7600 block of Roosevelt Road on April 5 at 9:42 a.m. Vehicles in the procession, according to the police report, were using the two westbound lanes and not allowing other vehicles to pass. When an officer placed a squad car in position to force vehicles into one lane, a car was observed with a male passenger hanging out the rear driver’s side window.

Open alcohol On April 7, a man was observed at 12:30 a.m. at the corner of Circle Avenue and Madison Street, sitting on the parking lot

brought to you by

Offering You a Safe & Scenic Outlet ledge and holding an open glass bottle of a brown liquid, suspected to be alcohol. When police spoke to him, he provided identification but then became angry, yelling, “This is bull****!” He was issued local ordinance violations for open alcohol and being intoxicated When handed the citations, the man reportedly balled them up and threw them on the ground. He was informed that he could get another citation for littering and, according to the police report, he “reluctantly” took the tickets when they were handed back to him. A man on the 7400 block of Madison Street was issued a citation for open alcohol on April 10 at 12:05 a.m. because he was on the sidewalk with a beer. A man on the 400 block of Beloit was given a citation for open alcohol for drinking from a clear cup of alcohol in the passenger seat of a car on April 10 at 12:43 a.m. Two men walking in the 7400 block of Madison Street with red Solo cups on April 11 at 1:26 a.m. were ticketed for possessing open containers of alcohol. They were ordered to dispose of the drinks, which they did.

CTA trains targeted again Police were called on April 8 for defacement of two train cars during the overnight hours at 711 Desplaines Ave. A CTA employee called police on April 11 at 4:21 a.m. after discovering graffiti on a train car at 1 Harlem Avenue. Around 7:56 a.m. that same day, police were again called when it was discovered that two more trains had been tagged at the same location.

Graffiti on stop sign A woman called police on April 9 at 4:08 p.m. after discovering graffiti on the stop sign on the corner of Lathrop Avenue and Fillmore Street. These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Forest Park Police Department, April 5-11, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded. Unless otherwise indicated, anybody named in these reports has only been charged with a crime. These cases have not been adjudicated.

Compiled by Maria Maxham

At 18 years old, the McAdam Nursery & Garden Center is like many soonto-be high school graduates: we have grown considerably, so if you have not seen us in a while, you may barely recognize us! We reopened on April 1st and are excited to Scott welcome you back McAdam Jr. and help brighten your 2021 with a host of offerings that encompass seed and sod; shrubs; soils, mulch and amendments, and trees. You can get a sneak preview of what we have available on our dedicated website at www. mcadamgardencenter.com, where you can also make purchases through a fully functional and secure e-commerce platform. Also on our website you can access educational videos from the popular and polished Garden Answer (one of the industry’s most-watched YouTube channels) and articles like 10 Essential Spring Gardening Tasks from Proven Winners, the #1 plant brand whose varieties we also have in stock. There’s nothing like being in person, though, and our staff has created a safe and scenic space for you to become immersed in springtime beauty. We invite you to visit us at 2001 Des Plaines Ave. in Forest Park, where curbside pickup is also available. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Monday-Saturday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Contact us at 708-771-4903 or mcadamgardencenter@gmail.com. Visit us at mcadamgardencenter.com/

Follow us on

2001 Des Plaines Ave. Forest Park • 708-771-2299 www.mcadamlandscape.com

5

6

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

Our goal is 2,021 members for Growing Community Media during our Spring Campaign for Democracy And now we have a $10,000 match to make the race interesting!

Longtime readers Marilyn and Dale Fitschen and Sally and Lou Nieto have pooled their donations to convince you this is the moment to join the campaign for our independent community newsroom. In a democracy, there’s room for all opinions. Liberal. Conservative. Coffee. Tea. Print and digital. So whether you vote in person or by mail, whether you read the Forest Park Review in print or online, we need you to become a member to keep the news coming. We cover seven neighborhoods from Forest Park to Riverside to Austin to Oak Park. Readers like you are stepping up to make sure their community gets the news it needs. Please become a member at a level that’s right for you.

Donate at www.forestparkreview.com/donate.

Campaign for Democracy Forest Park Review | 2021 All democracy is local

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

Former district of D209 supt. faces state financial oversite

Mississippi department of education appoints financial advisor

left in June 2020. The report was issued by the CPA firm on March 17, 2021, and the auditor reported problems in compliance with reporting on federal programs and in internal control. In terms of federal programs accounting, the auditors issued a disclaimer of opinion “because of the materiality and pervasiveBy MARIA MAXHAM ness of the inadequacies in the accounting Editor and financial reporting systems.” Material The school district in Mississippi that weaknesses were identified in internal conJames Henderson left just prior to being trol over major programs, specifically child hired as superintendent for Proviso Town- nutrition and Title I grants to local educaship High Schools District 209 was just or- tional agencies. The CPA firm also issued a disclaimer of dered by the state to “cease all financial expenditures” until a financial advisor could opinion regarding the district’s financial statements, finding material weaknesses be appointed by the state. The order came after the results of a fi- over financial reporting. nancial audit and report, covering Hen“During the course of our audit we found derson’s first year in charge of the district, multiple discrepancies with the informawas released by the tion provided as Mississippi CPA supporting docu[Certified Public mentation for the Accountant] firm accounting records Fortenberry & Baland other internal lard, PC. control issues,” At the Holmes reads the auditor’s County Consolidatreport. These probed School District’s lems include inacApril 1 board of curate or untimely education meeting, reconciliation of Dr. Felicia Gavin, bank accounts, inchief of operations ability of the school for the Mississippi district to provide Department of Edureceipts for receivcation, spoke to the ables, inability to board, referencing provide supporting a notification letter documentation for they had received accounts payable, regarding the latest and a difference of Photo provided financial audit, for $690,916 between which Fortenberry FINANCIAL PROBLEMS IN FORMER DISTRICT: 941 wages and trial & Ballard issued a D209 Superintendent James Henderson balance in payroll disclaimer of opinexpenditures. was in charge of a Mississippi school district ion and found mateThe Review rial weaknesses in during the time reflected in an audit that reached out to Heninternal financial prompted the state to appoint a financial derson asking at controls. advisor to the district. what point after That means, beginning at the Gavin said, “the district he became aware of any alreadydistrict has some serious financial issues.” By law, she said, the state board of educa- existing financial issues and what steps he tion was notified about the district’s finan- took to remedy them. He did not respond. This audit is separate from the complicial position. ance report completed by the Mississippi “If a district is in serious financial condiOffi ce of the State Auditor, released on Dec. tion, the Mississippi Department of Educa14, 2020, which also covered time Hendertion State Board of Education should and shall appoint a financial advisor to the dis- son was employed by the Holmes County trict,” Gavin said during the meeting. She Consolidated School District and which, said she would serve in that position tem- according to a press release from state auditor Shad White, revealed “widespread probporarily. The audit in question is for the year ended lems.” That report was for the year ended June June 30, 2019, which includes the time Henderson was superintendent of the Holmes 30, 2020. According to White in the press reCounty Consolidated School District. Hen- lease, “The public school students of Holmes derson joined the district in July 2018 and County and the taxpayers are victims here.”

MARKETPLACE ITEMS FOR SALE

AUTOS FOR SALE

ANTIQUE HALL TREE Antique American Hall Tree, solid oak. Excellent condition. 29”w x 78”h x 11”d, with covered shelf and mirror. $159.00. 708-488-8755

2008 FORD CROWN VIC INTERCEPTOR 62K MILES. $5500, 2013 FORD TAURUS INTERCEPTOR 140K MILES. $5500.

ANTIQUE MUSIC CABINET Antique music cabinet with door and five shelves. Standing on four legs. Mahogany finish. $129.00. 708-488-8755

2005 HONDA CIVIC EX 5 SPD, 170K MILES. $3500. 1986 CAMARO Z28 5 SPD, 73K MILES. $4500.

FRUITWOOD FINISH NIGHTSTAND Solid wood nightstand, fruitwood finish. 1 drawer and 1 bottom shelf. 15”d x 24”w x 24”h. $59.00 708-488-8755

Many new parts on all Call Pearson 773-540-7650.

MUSIC Music: piano scores, concertos, piano trios, flute music violin music. Variety of composers. $3.00 each. 708-488-8755 NEW BIKES FOR SALE TANDEM BIKE with all the bells and whistles. Best offer. THREE WHEELER with 2 baskets and all the bells and whistles. Best offer. Price negotiable. 708-447-1762

WANTED TO BUY WANTED MILITARY ITEMS: Helmets, medals, patches, uniforms, weapons, flags, photos, paperwork, Also toy soldiers – lead, plastic – other misc. toys. Call Uncle Gary 708-522-3400 Lost & Found, Items for Sale, and To Be Given Away ads run free in Wednesday Classified. To place your ad, call 708-613-334

LADDERS 24 FT EXTENSION LADDER $50 WERNER 7 FT STEP LADDER Very good ladder. $50 708-488-8755 ELECTRIC HEDGE TRIMMER $50.00 708-488-8755

BY PHONE: (708) 613-3333 | BY FAX: (708) 467-9066 BY E-MAIL: EMAIL@GROWINGCOMMUNITYMEDIA.ORG

A PA R T M E N T / O F F I C E SUBURBAN RENTALS

STUDIOS, 1, 2 & 3 BR Best Selection & Service

OAK PARK & FOREST PARK

708-386-7355

MMpropMgmt.com

Apartment listings updated daily at:

Find your new apartment this Saturday from 10 am – 4pm at 35 Chicago Avenue. Or call us toll free at 1-833-440-0665 for an appointment.

SUBURBAN RENTALS OAK PARK: ROOSEVELT/OAK PARK AVE. CORRIDOR 2BR 4RMS close to blue line. On site laundry, parking, heat & water incl. $1200/ month 708-383-9223

R E N TA L S OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION FOREST PARK HIGHLY VISIBLE OFFICE/STORE AVAILABLE FOR LEASE 1350 SF w/ AC & HIGHLY VISIBLE MADISON STREET EXPOSURE. 7607 Madison Street. Village parking lot next door. Bright, clean office. Great Madison Street exposure! Call Francis 708-3838574.

OFFICE & RETAIL SPACE FOR RENT RIVER FOREST–7777 Lake St. * 1116 sq. ft. * 1400 sq. ft. Dental Office RIVER FOREST–7756 Madison St. * 960 sq. ft. OAK PARK–6142-44 Roosevelt Rd. * 3 & 5 room office suites FOREST PARK–7736 Madison St. *2500 sq. ft. unit Strand & & Browne Strand Browne 708-488-0011 708-488-0011

Starting A New Business?

Call the Experts Before You Place Your Legal Ad! Publish Your Assumed Name Legal Notice in Journal/Review/Landmark/Austin CLASSIFIED! Call 708/613-3342

BY PHONE: (708) 613-3333 | BY FAX: (708) 467-9066 BY E-MAIL: EMAIL@GROWINGCOMMUNITYMEDIA.ORG

7

8

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

New Chromebooks for D91 students in grades three through eight Old models are beyond useful life, says assistant superintendent

formed by D91 technology personnel. Brophy said that students and teachers in the lower grades received new Chromebooks this school year, which is why they won’t be receiving new devices in the fall.

When asked by Board President Kyra Tyler if current worldwide supply issues with computer components would affect the order, Brophy said if there were problems with obtaining the devices the board would

be notified right away. Ideally, he said, the kids would get the new Chromebooks at the start of the year. But if that isn’t possible, “we can live through that; we can manage that,” he said.

By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

District 91 elementary school students in grades three through eight may start the 2021-22 school year with brand new Chromebooks, as the school board unanimously voted on April 8 to approve the $175,950 purchase of 450 computers and spare parts. Ed Brophy, assistant superintendent of operations, said students in those grades are currently using two models of Chromebooks, one purchased in 2015 and the other in 2017. Both, he said, “are beyond their useful life.” One issue with older models, Brophy said, is that the battery begins to degrade over time, requiring students to plug-in and charge the computers more frequently. Another problem is that the older devices don’t have the capability to run necessary programs. “Some of the current devices that we have cannot support the instructional tools and assessments that we use,” Brophy said. Roll-out is expected at the beginning of next school year, so all students begin in the fall with brand new devices, capable of running all the programs necessary and with better and longer-lasting batteries. The older models, said Brophy, will be discarded pending board approval over the summer. They will be picked up by an electronics recycler, and the district might receive some revenue in return. “But given the nature and age of these devices, I highly doubt that’ll happen,” Brophy said. Newer models will be kept for spare parts if a minor repair is needed and can be per-

Photo by MARIA MAXHAM

OUT WITH THE OLD: A student uses an older model Chromebook. The D91 school board voted to purchase 450 new Chromebooks for students in third through eighth grade for the 2021-22 school year.

D91 board officially recognizes community center, park district for help during remote learning

Proclamations recognize partnership during the ‘Great Pandemic’ By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

During the April 8 board meeting, the District 91 school board read and signed into re-

cord two proclamations “declaring the valuable partnership” between D91 and both the community center and Park District of Forest Park during “the Great Pandemic of 2020-2021.” The community center and park district were honored by D91 for providing remote learning supervision for children during the 2020-21 school year when COVID-19 forced the closure of schools for in-person education. Supervision was provided by both entities

at no cost to district families; an intergovernmental agreement was reached through which D91 paid the community center and the park district $165 per student per week for supervision. The Community Center’s program was already up and running at the beginning of the school year, but the park district agreed to jump in and get quickly organized when a deal with West Cook YMCA was rejected by Superintendent Lou Cavallo days after the start of the school year.

The park district ended their supervision of D91 students after spring break in order to allow park staff to gear up for summer, which includes reopening of the pool and other events, and to get the park district rooms rehabbed. In both proclamations, the board recognized “the outstanding contributions made by [the community center and park district] to create a successful partnership that benefited District 91 families throughout Forest Park.”

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

Proviso scholarship nonprofit group changes name ‘209 Scholarship’ reflects mission, avoids confusion By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

The nonprofit group 209 Together has officially changed its name to 209 Scholarship, in an effort to end any confusion between them and Proviso Together, the political organization that has supported candidates running for the Proviso Township High Schools 209 board of education. The change also “further defines and clarifies our main mission: to support graduates of Proviso Township District 209 high schools through scholarships awarded to those continuing their education at a two- or four-year college as well as accredited trade schools,” reads a Facebook post regarding the name change. “We look forward to continuing to serve our Proviso graduates and look forward to announcing our 2021 scholarship winners this summer.” The deadline for this year’s scholarship applications was April 12. Each year, ap-

Need a helping of

plications are open to graduating seniors in the district who are headed to university, community college or vocational schools. Scholarships are available in two categories: Overcoming Adversity and Persistence Pays. Applicants for the Overcoming Adversity scholarships should have a GPA of at least 2.0 with a demonstrated academic record of improvement in the student’s time in high school. Geared toward students who have overcome an adverse situation in life, the scholarship requires an essay or reference letters indicating how the applicant was affected by and overcame something difficult

in his or her life. The Persistence Pays scholarship is for students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher “who have demonstrated consistent academic excellence through their high school career.” The committee looks at excellence in extracurricular, home or community activities in addition to academics. For more information on these scholarship opportunities or to volunteer or donate, visit 209scholarship.com/ or facebook. com/209Scholarship.

we are open

and living life like never before! Spring is about rebirth and renewal. We are ready to start anew— together with you! Please join us for our

Grand Opening Week | May 17–21 by appointment only Senior Lifestyle is bringing best-in-class assisted living and award-winning memory care to River Forest. The Sheridan at River Forest offers incomparable services with rental residences for those age 62 or better.

RSVP at 708-469-4607 today! Visit seniorlifestyle.com/about/covid-19/ to learn more about our best practices.

Call Jill at (708) 366-0600

or visit ForestParkReview.com/ subscribe ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE 800 N. HARLEM AVENUE | RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 SHERIDANRIVERFOREST.COM

9

10

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021 Photo by MARIA MAXHAM

ASSISTED LIVING • SHELTERED CARE • MEMORY CARE • SKILLED NURSING

Now safely moving new residents to our small, wooded campus.

A safe & smart choice. Choosing a community you can trust has never been more difficult.

MORE VACCINES COMING: Governor J. B. Pritzker and Dr. Ngozi Ezike (below) speak at a press conference in Forest Park on April 8.

Our community has an impeccable record of safety during the COVID-19 crisis and we will stop at nothing to make sure it continues. We would be honored for your family to be part of ours.

HOBO

VACCINATION SITE Eligibility expands

CONTACT US FOR AN OUTDOOR VISIT 2800 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL 60546 (708) 477-5092 | CaledoniaSeniorLiving.org

Limited availability!

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED CUSTOMER SERVICE & EQUIPMENT SUPPORT PART TIME Manufacturer of commercial food service equipment in McCook seeks an experienced customer service professional with a mechanical, gas & electrical technical support background. Please email resume to: marketing@keatingofchicago.com LICENSED ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Licensed Environmental Health Practitioner 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. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than April 16, 2021.

HELP WANTED ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INTERN The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Environmental Health Intern in the Health Department. This full-time seasonal position will provide assistance to the Environmental Health Practitioners in the inspection and local businesses, homes and other establishments to enforce state and local laws and ordinances related to public Health safety; to respond and resolve citizen complaints regarding nuisances and reported epidemics. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http://www.oak-park.us/ jobs. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than April 30, 2021. PART-TIME CHEF Oak Park Meal Service looking for an experienced part time chef to manage food prep, cooking, cooling & packaging. Day hours, $15+/hour. Contact Angie via email • angiemontroy@angiespantry.com

YOUR WEEKLY AD

REACHES SIX SUBURBAN COMMUNITIES: OAK PARK, RIVER FOREST,FOREST PARK, BROOKFIELD, RIVERSIDE, NORTH RIVERSIDE, AND PARTS OF CHICAGO

BY PHONE: (708) 613-3333 | BY FAX: (708) 467-9066 BY E-MAIL: EMAIL@GROWINGCOMMUNITYMEDIA.ORG

from page 1 Forest Park. “That’s on top of tens of thousands of newly available appointments at hospitals and local county sites and other mass vaccination sites throughout the region,” Pritzker said. “Those appointments will open in the coming days, and many more will come after that.” “COVID-19 vaccination is one of the strongest most powerful tools we have to fight this pandemic together,” Ezike said. “The three COVID-19 vaccines currently authorized for use in the United States are all highly effective against preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death.” Despite the good news regarding more vaccines and broader eligibility, Ezike cautioned the public to continue to take precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19, which she said has been increasing recently in the state. On March 12, about a month ago, Ezike said the state reported fewer than 1,100 people in the hospital from COVID-19. On April 7, she said, there were 1,800 hospitalized. Likewise, Ezike stated that statewide, the number of cases is rising. On March 15, the state recorded 782 new cases as compared to almost 4,000 cases on April 8, according to Ezike. “So yes, we have a vaccine, and we are elated about that. But it doesn’t mean that this pandemic is completely over,” Ezike said. “We do need to continue to wear our masks before we can return to what we were doing pre-pandemic in the way we did it prepandemic. So this resurgence is here. And until we have better herd immunity, we will

continue with this layered public health measured response, both wearing mass washing your hands, careful with crowds, keeping six feet of distance, getting tested answering the call when the contact tracers call. All of that is important and of course get vaccinated as soon as you can.” Preckwinkle echoed Ezike’s sentiments, reminding people that precautions, such as washing hands and wearing masks, are still crucial. “As we talk about normalcy, we must also keep in mind that there’s still much to be done to protect our residents. We must continue to wash our hands, to wear our masks, and to practice physical distancing,” Preckwinkle said, while, she added, continuing to vaccinate as many people as possible. Like Ezike, she mentioned the upward trend in COVID-19 cases and warned that steps will be taken if numbers continue in that direction. “If we have trends in the wrong direction, we will not hesitate to tighten restrictions on gatherings, indoors or outdoors,” Preckwinkle said. “Our future rests upon the decisions made in this critical moment.”

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

11

COVID-19 cases continue to climb locally Universal vaccine eligibility for 16 and up begins By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

Provided

CASES CLIMB: The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases continues to trend upwards, according to this graph from the Cook County Department of Public Health.

COVID-19 cases continue to climb in Forest Park and suburban Cook County. A total of 1,153 cases have been confirmed in the village since the beginning of the pandemic, with 16 new cases reported last week, according to the Cook County Department of Public Health’s website on Monday, April 12. The recent percent change, which tracks the increase in the past two weeks over the prior two weeks was up 128 percent as of April 12. Visit ccdphcd.shinyapps.io/covid19 for the most recent numbers. While COVID-19 cases increase, so does the number of people vaccinated. According to the Centers for Disease Control, as of April 12, 20.5 percent of the population of Illinois had been fully vaccinated, a total of 1,055,775 people. This number includes over half of Illinoisans over 65 that are now fully vaccinated. More information on COVID-19 vaccination numbers can be found at covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker. Universal eligibility for all individuals 16 and over began on Monday at all Illinois vaccines sites outside of Chicago. No COVID-related deaths of Forest Park residents have been reported since early February.

2021-2022 Preschool & Kindergarten Registration Preschool Registration

Kindergarten Registration

Registration for new students: • Beginning Monday, May 3, 2021, please call Diane Rice, school secretary at 708-366-6945, to set up your screening appointment and receive online registration information. • Screening dates are Tuesday, August 3 and Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at Garfield School. • Screening times are from 9 am - 3 pm each day, and both the parent/guardian and child must be present. • District 91 registration is completed online. • You must complete online registration before attending the screening appointment.

*Families who reside south of I-290 will call and attend Betsy Ross Primary Center (Patty Marino, 708-366-7498); all families who reside north of I-290 will call and attend Garfield Primary Center (Diane Rice, 708-366-6945).

District 91 offers a preschool program for children, ages 3-5, five days a week. To enroll, children must be 3 years of age on or before September 1, 2021.

Upon completion of screening, registration and paid fees ($100 for the year) a child’s enrollment will be secured in the Forest Park Preschool program. Please note that returning preschool students will receive information in early April regarding online registration.

If you have a child who will be five years old prior to September 1, 2021, they enroll in Kindergarten. • Beginning Monday, May 3, 2021, please call the appropriate school secretary* to set up your screening appointment and receive online registration information. • Screening dates and times are: - August 10, 2021, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, and 1:00 – 3:00 pm - August 11, 2021, 1:00 – 3:00 pm and 5:00 – 8:00 pm • Your child will need to attend the appointment with you. • You must complete online registration before attending the screening appointment.

If your child has an IEP, information about next school year will be discussed at the Annual Review meeting, which is scheduled with each individual family.

Please note all school offices close for the entire month of July and no appointments are made during this time. Families may call again beginning August 2, 2021.

To learn more visit the District 91 website at www.fpsd91.org.

12

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

ALEX ROGALS/Staff Photographer

Splish splash!

SUMMER FUN: The Park District of Forest park will open the pool this summer. Pool pass rates will be announced on Friday. Passes will be available for purchase on Monday.

Bring Home a Taste of Some of your Favorite Moments

RibFest Every Day! Mickey’s is the place!

Mickey’s Rib Special 1/2 Slab Dinner Full Slab Dinner B.B.Q. RIBS & CHICKEN BURGERS & HOT DOGS

$11.99

$17.99

includes fries or baked potato, coleslaw and garlic bread

525 N Harlem Ave, Oak Park (708) 848-3333 11am - 9pm Daily

3 Vienna Hot Dogs w/ Fries $ .49

8

Italian Beef Sandwich w/ Fries $ .49

8

Wednesday

Gyros Plate Dinner 1 lb meat, 2 pita breads, fries & 3 cups sauce $10.99

Every day Special!

Gyros with fries $7.99

1/4 Lb Double Cheeseburger

Big Mickey! $ .99

2

Park patrons can look forward to swimming, No Glove, fireworks and more By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

The pool will open this summer! There’s an exclamation mark at the end of that sentence because last year, to the disappointment of many, COVID-19 cases and restrictions led to the park district’s decision to keep the pool closed. Now? Residents and pool guests can’t wait to dive into summer fun at the park district this year. While swimming will be allowed, there will, of course, be restrictions in place to ensure the health and safety of guests. The plan is to open the pool for two-hour periods, then close it for half an hour to clean and sanitize. Then open again and repeat. Executive Director Jackie Iovinelli said staff will adjust as needed and follow guidelines provided by health departments, which may change over the course of the summer. Pool rates will be finalized at the board meeting on April 15 and announced on Friday, April 16. Pool passes will go on sale on Monday, April 19. And the pool will open again on Saturday, May 29. For the most part, said Iovinelli, the park is well-staffed for the summer but is still

looking to hire and train some lifeguards. Interested individuals should visit the park district’s website at pdofp.org. Iovinelli said the spray ground will be open as well, with guidelines on its use coming soon and also subject to change as the summer progresses. Plans to renovate the spray ground are underway, but ground won’t be broken until the close of the pool season at the end of the season and won’t interfere with summer fun. The skate park will close on April 19 for about a month, but it’s getting a complete redesign, so skateboarders will have something to look forward to in May. Other things to look forward to include the No Glove Tournament and the Fourth of July fireworks show, both cancelled last year because of the pandemic. Details haven’t been finalized but plans will be announced soon. After the big summer events, the park district plans to hold meet and greets in August at two of the pocket parks, which the park district officially takes over from the village on June 1. Iovinelli said there will be one event held at the park on 16th Street and Circle Avenue and one at Remembrance Park across from Grant White school. A barbecue and possibly a band may be part of the fun, and the goal is to get as many neighbors to come out as possible to share their thoughts about the parks. “We want to get the neighborhood and the community out there and ask them, if this space was a blank slate, what would you like to see?” Iovinelli said.

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

Man charged for shooting Oak Park police officer The officer, assisting Forest Park police, was shot during a traffic stop April 8

Forest Park Deputy Police Chief Ken Gross said the altercation began as a domestic disturbance call on the 900 block of Thomas Avenue in Forest Park. It is believed that the offender took his girlfriend’s car, which he was driving when police stopped him. The last time an Oak Park officer was shot during active duty was 1983, per Powers. After the shooting, the suspect was in stable condition and the officer was in “stable but serious condition,” according to Sergeant Christopher “Joey” Watson of the Illinois State Police. The Illinois State Police Public Integrity Task Force (PITF) is handling the investigation into the use of force by an Oak Park police officer early April 8, after a shooting occurred between the driver of a vehicle and the officer. The ramp from Interstate 290 westbound to Harlem Avenue was closed at approximately 7:20 a.m. for the investigation and reopened around 12:30 p.m.

STREET CLOSED: Harlem Avenue was closed for several hours as police investigated the shooting of an officer near Harlem Avenue and the I-290 expressway.

FOOT CLINIC

Staff Reporter

Enrique R. Rosa, 27, was charged with two counts of attempted murder of a peace officer and one count of aggravated battery with a firearm for the April 8 shooting of an Oak Park police officer during a traffic stop. A bond hearing for Rosa is scheduled for April 11 at the Criminal Court Building, 2600 S. California Ave., in Chicago. Rosa faces up to eight years in prison for each count of attempted murder and a minimum of six years in prison for the count of aggravated discharge of a firearm, if convicted. The shooting occurred while the Oak Park officer was assisting Forest Park police with a traffic stop at 7 a.m. in the 600 block of Harlem Avenue near the interstate 290 expressway. Rosa, of the 2200 block of West Monroe Street in Chicago, was pulled over by the officer and upon stopping out the vehicle, opened fire on the police officer, striking him in his arm. The officer returned fire on Rosa, who sustained two shots to his leg, according to Oak Park spokesman David Powers. “This incident illustrates the dangerous and unpredictable challenges officers face each and every day as they serve and protect our community,” said Oak Park Police Chief LaDon Reynolds in a village news release. “The prevalence of firearms and the ease with which they can be obtained makes being a police officer a risky profession. But many still choose to serve because of their dedication and desire to make a difference by literally putting their lives on the line for the greater good. I salute the officer wounded in this incident and wish him – and his family – a speedy recovery from this traumatic experience.” Both the officer and Rosa were transported to Loyola Medical Center with nonlife-threatening injuries. The officer, whose name has not been released, was released from the hospital’s care April 10 and is recovering at home. At last report, Rosa was still recovering in the hospital.

Photo by MARIA MAXHAM

River Forest

By STACEY SHERIDAN

7351 Lake St. (Just west of Panera Bread)

Do you have diabetes?

I

f you do, you should know how important foot care is. Over time, diabetics risk developing foot complications. When the nerves are damaged from chronic high blood sugar, feet can become numb or painful with burning or tingling. This is called diabetic neuropathy. When diabetes affects the arteries, circulation to the legs and feet may be compromised. Either of these conditions may lead to serious problems including ulceration, even amputation. The key to prevention is early diagnosis of diabetes, and regular foot exams from a podiatrist. Diabetics who receive regular foot care, including paring of calluses and debridement of thick fungal toenails, are almost four times less likely to undergo an

13

Dr. Linda Lambert

amputation than those who do not seek treatment. Medicare and some private insurances cover 1 pair of diabetic shoes and 3 pair of protective insoles each calendar year. Dr. Lambert has been a supplier of diabetic shoes since 2002. The shoes come in 30 different styles each for men and women. These include boots, lightweight colorful athletic shoes, and dress shoes. Even patients who are not diabetic love the look and comfort of the footwear. Diabetic socks, slippers and compression hosiery are also available. Protecting your feet with appropriate footgear is an important aspect of preventive care for diabetics.

Aetna, AARP, Blue Cross PPO, United Healthcare, Healthspring, Humana, PHCS, Medicare Assignment & most other insurances accepted • CIGNA PPO

26 Years’ Experience • Se Habla Espanol • Free Parking

708.366.FOOT (3668)

14

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

Mystery Book Discussion Group

Meet with an Employment Specialist

Join leader Marsha Boblitz for a discussion of the book “Lethal Pursuit” by Will Thomas on April 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Centuries and Sleuths, 7419 Madison St. Visit centuriesandsleuths.com for more information.

Kids Recyclable Fashion Show Kids are welcome to participate in a virtual recyclable fashion show hosted by the Forest Park Public Library on April 21 from 4 to 5 p.m. In honor of Earth Day, the library is celebrating upcycling! Bring your towel rolls, your bubble wrap, your spare cardboard boxes and assemble the best “trash-ion” you can. Build together and then model your finished products at the end to music. Registration is required. Visit fppl.org/events for more information.

April 14 – 21

BIG WEEK

Meet one-on-one virtually with a career search professional, Diana Munoz from Goodwill, who will help you formulate a plan and determine the best course of action to secure the best possible position for you. More information is available at fppl.org/ events or you can contact Amilcar at aperez@fppl.org with questions.

Dog Park Key Required Beginning May 1 Beginning May 1, Forest Park’s dog park at 632 Circle Ave. will be locked, and a key will be required to enter. The lock installation at the entrance will provide additional security for those using the facility. Get or renew your permit, which comes with a key, at village hall. Visit forestpark.net or call 708-366-2323 for more information.

Native Plant Sale

Native Plant Garden Q&A

Order through May 18; pick up June 3 through 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Maywood or Lemont. Native plants add beauty and benefit the environment. They provide habitat and food for wildlife, are drought-resistant, absorb storm water and carbon, and are easy to grow. This year, most plants will be plugs; dense roots help them grow quickly and lower prices help extend plant budgets. Butterfly and Bee Kits available. Brought by West Cook Wild Ones. Order: wild-ones-west-cook. myshopify.com/. Pick up at Forest Preserves of Cook County Central Warehouse, 2199 S. 1st Ave., Maywood or Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, 12545 W. 111th St., Lemont.

Sunday, April 18, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Zoom with West Cook Wild Ones Whether curious about native plants, a veteran gardener wanting to explore this world or looking for an earth-friendly family activity, get your questions answered at this Midwest Native Gardening Basics presentation. Questions from simple to complex are welcome. Free. More/register: westcook.wildones.org/ events/native-plant-gardening-q-a/

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

15

Police catch car thief

Suspect takes vehicle from Dollar Tree By MARIA MAXHAM Editor

PROVIDED

GOTCHA: Police caught the man who stole a car from the Dollar Tree parking lot, 7709 Roosevelt Rd., on April 7.

On April 7, police responded to the call of a possible carjacking at Dollar Tree, 7709 Roosevelt Rd. The victim reported that her car was parked in the lot and while checking out, she saw her vehicle being driven away. Ac-

cording to police, she ran out of the store and pulled on the door handle to attempt to enter the car before it drove away. She was pulled to the ground as the car sped off. Police said the victim then entered a citizen’s car, and they followed the stolen auto. A description of the vehicle was broadcast, and police stopped the stolen car near Harvard and Lathrop Avenue, at which point the driver was positively identified and arrested. The offender was caught and is in police custody.

HOME SERVICES CEMENT

CEMENT

MAGANA

C O N C R E T E C O N S T RU C T I O N

FLOORS KLIS FLOORING INC.

New hardwood flooring installation & pergo. Sanding, re-finishing, staining. Low prices, insured. Call: 773-671-4996 www.klisflooring.com

“QUALITY IS OUR FOUNDATION” ESTABLISHED IN 1987

HANDYMAN

COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL

HANDYMAN

708.442.7720 '5,9(:$<6 )281'$7,216 3$7,26 67(36 &85% *877(56 6,'(:$/.6 612: 3/2:,1* 67$03(' &2/25(' $**5(*$7( &21&5(7( FREE ESTIMATES LICENSED, BONDED & INSURED

ELECTRICAL Ceiling Fans Installed

ELECTRICAL

A&A ELECTRIC

Let an American Veteran do your work

We install plugs for battery-operated vehicles We fix any electrical problem and do small jobs We install Surge Protectors • Home Re-wiring • New Plugs & Switches Added • New circuit breaker boxes • Code violations corrected Service upgrades,100-200 amp • Garage & A/C lines installed Fast Emergency Service | Residential • Commercial • Industrial Free Home Evaluations | Lic. • Bonded • Ins. • Low Rates • Free Est.

Roofing Repairs Concrete Repairs • Drywall All types of handiwork Call For Free Estimates

773-637-0692 Ask for John

Mike’s Home Repair Drywall H Painting H Tile Plumbing H Electric H Floors Windows H Doors H Siding Ask Us What We Don’t Do

708-296-2060

CURT'S HANDYMAN SERVICE Drywall Repair • Painting Fans Installed • Carpentry Trim Gutter Cleaning • Window Repair

FREE ESTIMATES Excellent References No Job Too Small

HAULING BASEMENT CLEANING

Appliances & Furniture Removal Pickup & Delivery. 708-848-9404

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING HEATING AND APPLIANCE EXPERT Furnaces, Boilers and Space Heaters Refrigerators Ranges • Ovens Washer • Dryers Rodding Sewers Lic/Bonded 25 yrs experience

FREE SERVICE CALL WITH REPAIR AND SENIOR/VETERAN DISCOUNT.

708-785-2619 or 773-585-5000

LANDSCAPING FAST DELIVERY

Mulch & Topsoil

Premium Shredded Hardwood ���������������$25/yd Dyed Red/Brown �������$28/yd Playmat��������������������$28/yd Triple Brown �������������$28/yd Premium Blend Dark �$34/yd Premium Bark Fines��$42/yd Blonde Cedar ������������$48/yd • Spreading Available! • Topsoil, Garden Mix, Mushroom, Super Mix, Compost, Gravel, Sand

SureGreenLandscape�com

847-888-9999 •• 630-876-0111 630-876-0111 847-888-9999

NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN UP

Evergreen trimming & more. Hand weed removal. Clean-ups. Call 24 hrs.

708-447-1762

BRUCE LAWN SERVICE Spring Clean-Up Aerating, Slit Seeding Bush Trimming, Lawn Maintenance brucelawns.com

PAINTING & DECORATING CLASSIC PAINTING

Fast & Neat Painting/Taping/Plaster Repair Low Cost

708.749.0011

PLASTERING McNulty Plastering & Stucco Co.

Small & big work. Free estimates. Complete Plaster, Stucco & Re-Coating Services

708/386-2951 • ANYTIME Work Guaranteed

Licensed, Bonded, Insured, & EPA Certified Expert craftsmanship for over 50 years

PETS While you’re away, your pets are okay . . . at home

cat calls

Oak Park’s Original Pet Care Service – Since 1986

Daily dog exercising Complete pet care in your home )PVTF TJUUJOH t 1MBOU DBSF Bonded References

524-1030

708-243-0571

708-488-9411

708-409-0988 • 708-738-3848 Sr. Discounts • 30 Yrs. Exp. Servicing Oak Park • All surrounding suburbs • Chicago area

YOUR WEEKLY AD

REACHES SIX SUBURBAN COMMUNITIES: OAK PARK, RIVER FOREST,FOREST PARK, BROOKFIELD, RIVERSIDE, NORTH RIVERSIDE, AND PARTS OF CHICAGO

Public Notice: Your right to know • In print • Online • Available to you 24/7/365 PublicNoticeIllinois.com

BY PHONE: (708) 613-3333 | BY FAX: (708) 467-9066 BY E-MAIL: EMAIL@GROWINGCOMMUNITYMEDIA.ORG

16

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

OPINION O U R

V I E W

Things we like: Spring edition

W

hat’s not to like about the week when the flowering trees burst into bloom? When April showers mean April flowers? When Forest Parkers do what they do best and pitch in for the common good? Here’s our working list of happy days in town: ■ The Community Garden got its spring cleanup underway last weekend. Board members and volunteers turned out ready to work. And there was work to be done as many of the raised wooden beds — they’re 10 to 12 years old — needed serious rebuilds. This garden, tucked on previously ignored land just north of the Ike, grows community along with veggies and herbs. Some of the beds are rented by the year to greenthumbed folks who just need a patch to plant. Five plots are reserved for volunteers who use their harvests to supply the Forest Park Food Pantry. And then there is the Giving Garden bed which encourages Forest Parkers to stop by for a sprig of rosemary or a veggie. In every story we’ve ever reported out of the Community Garden — and that’s a lot of stories — organizers always give a shout out to the village for its continuous support. Translated, that means thanks to Tim Gillian, the everbut-not-quite-yet-departing village administrator. One of dozens of small ways Gillian has made Forest Park work. ■ A spring trash pick-up was organized by Kristen Lyons for last Thursday. The litter attack was focused near Madison and Desplaines. Lyons, of course, was just elected to the park board. ■ Meanwhile over near Ed’s Way, the hundreds of bulbs planted by neighbors in village plots are blooming this spring to beat the band. And a prayer, too, for Sarah Nutley, the matriarch of the Ed’s Way family, who died March 23 at 85. ■ Finally, spring will give way to summer, and with some amazement, maybe a little trepidation, we welcome the news that the Forest Park pool and splash pad will reopen in May following the lost year of 2020. There will be COVID precautions. But the park district reports that the No Glove softball tournament and 4th of July fireworks are also on the drawing board for this summer.

Something short of the book By the time you read this, the Forest Park Tap Room will be reopened at Madison and Circle. Unless of course it has already been shuttered again by vigilant village officials. Only a few months in, the Tap Room has earned a reputation for abusing local liquor ordinances and its residential neighbors to boot. Forest Park closed the place down for a week, fined its owners $2,500 and promised zero tolerance. Seems appropriate so long as the zero tolerance is enforced.

I

Not throwing away my shot

am enormously frustrating to talk to right now. I had always assumed this was true, of course — I have witnesses who will gladly attest to its truth — but it turns out that people love to talk about COVID vaccines, and I have, with intent and purpose, avoided information on this topic. Here is what I knew about the vaccine the last time I wrote in these pages: I wanted it as soon as possible, and I didn’t want to have to make any decisions about it. I don’t want to think about medical things generally. I want to pay a medical person to do this homework for me. So far this system has worked. I have friends and family who registered for dozens of vaccine locators and exchanged tips about what pharmacy to loiter in near closing time and had put real thought into strategies about how best to convince a Jewel cashier that they were a health-care worker who was over 65 with cofactors. Me, I just ignored all of it, and March 12 I got an email from her with a link to make an appointment. I did, and I went to get the shot on March 16. When I tell folks this, the first question is usually, “Which one did you get?” I tell them “The first one I could.” I cannot imagine a circumstance in which I would have passed on a vaccine due to the brand on offer that day. It would have felt like declining bottled water after a crawl across the desert because it was the wrong brand. I suspect the reason the question is asked is to give the questioner the opportunity to either bless the “choice” or raise an eyebrow in an expression of dismay. That’s my experience of most follow-up questions to mundane matters. “How’d you come to choose that car

model/cat food/internet provider/etc.?” is there to allow the asker to either express satisfaction that I chose correctly or to make me doubt my own decision because it disagrees with something they read while out looking for information they didn’t need. I don’t need to pick up that psychosis through casual contact with readers of shared articles, so I don’t participate. I know there are three vaccine options, and I know one of them is one shot, and I did not get that one. (I think it was unavailable when I got my first of two.) I also know the second shot is more likely to kick my ass than the first one. So I got to Rush Oak Park at 3:25 for a 3:30 shot and I was processed and injected in less time than it usually takes the medical system to validate parking. Why can’t we do medical things like this all the time? Walk in, say what you need, get it, leave. No waiting 58 minutes in an examining room. No 14-page forms that I fill out every time I go. No credit check or background check or whatever it is “Registration” does. Just flash an ID and get the quick hit. It was five times faster than getting a flu shot. C’mon, America. It was weird to have gotten it. A little pinch and this weird year was six weeks away from being over. Dreamlike, really; that was it? It’s over? I think the whole pandemic could wind up like that in a couple years. Like the Cubs’ World Series victory, COVID-19 is headed for a universal sense of “Did that really happen?” America will reminisce about it not because we miss it, but as reassurance that it wasn’t all a dream. My second shot is this week. By May 7, I expect to be able to behave more or less normally. (Whatever that is.)

ALAN

BROUILETTE

L E T T E R S

Time to allow rent control Please contact your state legislator and ask them to support HB 116 to repeal the state-wide ban on rent control. As recent decades have shown us beyond any doubt, the housing market does not operate in the interest of actually housing people safely and affordably. Communities need more tools to improve and sustain the availability of decent housing for everyone, especially considering income inequality and the effects of the pandemic.

L E T T E R S

T O

Letters to the editor should include the author’s first and last name, town of residence and phone number for authorization purposes only. The Review will not publish phone numbers. All letters are subject to editing for space and content purposes and typically will be printed in the order they

Rent control is simply a tool that communities should have available as we work to “build back better” following the pandemic. Urge your Illinois state legislator to support HB 116, to give our communities more options in the critical area of housing security. I call on my own state rep, House Speaker Chris Welch, to announce support for HB 116.

Karin Evans

Forest Park

T H E

E D I T O R

are received. While the Review does not impose a word limit, we encourage comments be held to 300 words. Letters to the editor can be received by e-mail at ktrainor@wjinc.com, or by mail to Forest Park Review, 141 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, Ill., 60302.

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

L E T T E R S

A

O B I T U A R Y

Lift the ban on rent control

quick look at any real estate website tells the story of a Forest Park that is experiencing rapidly rising home prices. A few months ago, a new single-family home sold for over $700,000, and two additional new constructions are currently on the market for a similar price. I first moved to Forest Park in 2007, while the real estate market was red-hot, and today’s prices are comparable. Trends have started in the same way all over the country and the Chicagoland area. What follows is rapid gentrification, increasing rent prices, and displacement of longtime residents. But the Illinois General Assembly has a rare chance in the next few weeks to pass a law that could go a long way in making sure housing remains affordable in Forest Park and across the state. The Illinois House, under the speakership of our very own state Representative Chris Welch, will be voting on whether to lift the ban on rent control. The pending bill does not enact rent stabilization for all of Illinois. Rather, it simply allows municipalities like Forest Park to enact rent stabilization ordinances if their voters see fit. Currently, even home-rule jurisdictions are prohibited from doing so. Over half of all renter households in Speaker Welch’s district are rent-burdened, with nearly a third of all renter households facing a severe cost burden. Among households making 35-50 thousand dollars a year, the rate of rentburdened households increased by almost half from 2014 to 2019. And these are pre-pandemic statistics; what lies ahead

is scary. For his constituents and for the entire state, Speaker Welch must support and advocate for HB 116, lifting the ban on rent control. That ban was put in place after the real estate industry and the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) spent a ton of money and got it passed in 1997. ALEC is famous for its attempts — often successful — to enshrine right-wing policies in all 50 states. Examples include Stand Your Ground laws; laws against “homosexualising society”; voter ID laws after ALEC claimed that voter fraud led to President Obama’s victory; anti-immigrant laws in Arizona, later partially struck down by the Supreme Court of the United States; “criminal justice” laws advocating for private prisons and harsh sentencing; and laws prohibiting municipalities from creating internet broadband utilities. The ban on rent control is a reminder that at one point, we allowed right-wing and big-business interests to write our laws. Speaker Welch, and the entire General Assembly, have a chance to right that wrong by putting the power back in the hands of the people and giving every village and city in this state the ability to decide whether it wants to enact rent control. Passing HB 116 on the floor of the House and sending it to the Senate is the first step toward ensuring that Forest Park residents do not get displaced in the next few years.

TAMER ABOUZEID One View

Tamer Abouzeid is a Forest Park resident and Chicago civil rights attorney.

John Paul O’Connor, 65 Triton College educator John Paul O’Connor, 65, a longtime resident of Forest Park, died on April 11, 2021. Born on April 11, 1956, he was a retired longtime educator from Triton College. He was the father of the late Lauren O’Connor McDonald; the grandfather of Jeramiah, Tremaine and Xavior; the brother of James (the late Judy), Ann, William (Pam Ried), Michael, Carole, and the late Robert; son of the late Robert James and Dorothy (nee Stoeck) O’Connor; and the uncle of Amanda (Matt) Ball, Ashley, Ryan, Emily (Ian) Ahrens, Jillian, and Maura. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 14 from 3 to 7 p.m. JOHN PAUL O’CONNOR at Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion St., Oak Park. Funeral services are Thursday 9:15 a.m. then to St. Bernardine Church 7246 W. Harrison St., Forest Park for Mass at 10 a.m. followed by interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

Classified Ads are Renovating! Dear readers, You’ll see a change to our classified ads beginning this week. Instead of a single larger Classified section, we are dividing the Classified ads and placing them farther forward in the paper. Find everything you’re looking for under new groupings for Home Services, Jobs, Marketplace, and Real Estate and Rentals.

Our online Classifieds are still under construction on our new website, but look for their return soon! Thank you for continuing to patronize our Classified advertisers! Growing Community Media

17

18

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

Public Notice: Your right to know In print • Online • Available to you 24/7/365 ForestParkReview.com | PublicNoticeIllinois.com PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: Y21006573 on April 9, 2021 Under the Assumed Business Name of GRAF JANITORIAL AND MAINTENANCE with the business located at: 1047 DUNLOP AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: DAVID L GRAF 1047 DUNLOP AVENUE COACHHOUSE BEHIND 1045 DUNLOP, FOREST PARK, IL 60130, USA. Published in Forest Park Review April 14, April 21, April 28, 2021

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: Y210006472 on April 1, 2021 Under the Assumed Business Name of TOULA’S with the business located at: 632 WOODBINE AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: RENEE ELENA HAAS 632 WOODBINE AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302, USA. Published in Wednesday Journal April 14, April 21, April 28, 2021

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR HIS ASSET SECURITIZATION CORPORATION TRUST 2007OPT1, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-OPT1; Plaintiff, vs. CHARLES T. GRANT; JUANITA J. GRANT AKA JUANITA LACOURT; PRAIRIE PLACE AT 6436 ROOSEVELT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 19 CH 14415 Calendar 56 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, May 4, 2021 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: UNIT 311 AND P-30 IN PRAIRIE PLACE AT 6436 ROOSEVELT CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: LOTS 19 TO 28 BOTH INCLUSIVE, IN THE SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 3 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF LOT 6 IN B. F. JERVIS SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 18), IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS THE WEST 1/2 OF VACATED ELMWOOD AVENUE LYING EAST OF AND ADJOINING LOT 19 IN SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 3 IN SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF LOT 6 IN B. F. JERVIS SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF TH E THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, (EXCEPT THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 THEREOF), IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. THE EAST 1/2 OF VACATED GUNDERSON AVENUE LYING WEST OF AND ADJOINING LOT 28 IN SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 3 IN SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF LOT 6 IN B. F. JERVIS SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, (EXCEPT THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4), IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT 0617416044, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. “MORTGAGOR ALSO HEREBY GRANTS TO THE MORTGAGEE, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, AS RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS APPURTENANT TO THE ABOVE DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE, THE RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF SAID PROPERTY SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM” “THIS MORTGAGE IS SUBJECT TO ALL RIGHTS, EASEMENTS, COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN SAID DECLARATION THE SAME AS THOUGH THE PROVISIONS OF SAID DECLARATION WERE RECITED AND STIPULATED AT LENGTH HEREIN.”. P.I.N. 16-18428-043-1019 & 16-18-428-0431064. Commonly known as 6436 Roosevelt Road, Unit 311, Oak Park, IL 60304. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g) (4) of Section 9 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. W18-0641 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3166129

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(g1).IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency

(driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-19-06429 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019CH08452 TJSC#: 41-167 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. I3166321

May 13, 2021, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 813 SOUTH 21ST AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-10-328-0050000 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, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-19-12025 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2020CH06802 TJSC#: 41-438 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 # 2020CH06802 I3166754

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST; Plaintiff, vs. JOANNA SENTER AKA JOANNA D. SENTER; NICHOLAS M. SENTER; POPLAR BANK FKA BANCO POPULAR NORTH AMERICA; Defendants, 19 CH 8670 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, May 17, 2021 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. 16-06-323-025-0000. Commonly known as 615 North Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302. 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. 19-024425 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3166929

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION QUICKEN LOANS, LLC Plaintiff, -v.DRIKO DUCASSE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2019CH08452 1226 N AUSTIN BLVD OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 17, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 27, 2021, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1226 N AUSTIN BLVD, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05-127-0270000 The real estate is improved with a multi-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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.CALVIN L. SMITH, VILLAGE OF MAYWOOD Defendants 2020CH06802 813 SOUTH 21ST AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 18, 2021, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on

local employees = happy employees! Hire Local. Place an ad on FPR’s

Local Online Job Board. Go to ForestParkReview.com/classified today! Contact Mary Ellen Nelligan for more information. (708) 613-3342 • Classifieds@ForestParkReview.com

www.ForestParkReview.com

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

INC., REALTOR

19

(708) 366-8989 7342 MADISON ST, FOREST PARK, ILLINOIS 60130

SOLD!

928 S. Kenilworth Ave. Oak Park ....................$275,000

SOLD!

Property has been owner occupied by the same family for 50+ years. 1st fl has spacious living rm and dining rm, kitchen and 1/2 bath. 2nd floor has three bedrooms and full bath. Stucco exterior and 2 car detached garage. Great location in south west Oak Park. Needs some updating but livable as-is. 935 Elgin Avenue, Forest Park ........................$489,000 This is a money maker! This early 1970s brick four flat houses two one bedroom apartments on the top floor, a large three bedroom two bath apartment on the first floor, and a large two bedroom two bathroom apartment in the lower level. Tandem parking for 8 cars. Meticulously maintained by the current owner for several decades. The numbers work! This one really won't last long.

SOLD!

1117 Marengo Avenue, Forest Park .......................$263,500 What a great opportunity to get into Forest Park at an affordable price! This home offers four total bedrooms, two on the second floor and two on the first floor. The home is in perfect condition! Living room, dining room, and eat in kitchen, plus a finished basement. Huge deck off the back of the house and a very large two car garage!

SOLD!

Housing Forward invests in bold, comprehensive approaches to ending homelessness. We value and are committed to innovative and structural solutions to build a future in which every person has a home.

1028 Beloit Forest Park ....................$289,000 This 3 BR, 2.1 BA home has not been available in over 55 years. It has been meticulously maintained within the same family for that time. This home offers two first floor good sized bedrooms and a large second floor master. Each floor has a full updated bathroom. The first floor living room, with it's vaulted ceilings, fill with sunlight pouring from the front foyer windows. 337 Marengo Avenue, Forest Park ......................$275,000 Fantastic location alert!! Just a stones throw from Madison Street shopping, restaurants, and night life makes this a very desirable piece of real estate! This is two flat is ready for some love and attention. Just stuck in time is all. Or a fantastic de-conversion to single family! So bring your decorating ideas, and be prepared to fall in love!

SOLD!

Ending homelessness means addressing homelessness at all levels and through strategic partnerships, from the onset of housing crisis to its permanent resolution. Learn more at www.housingforward.org

To get help: Call 24/7 Outreach & Intake Line 708-397-4423 Email OutreachTeam@housingforward.org Visit www.healthconnectionhub.org Homelessness Prevention Call Center 877-426-6515

P_R_S Ad_041421.indd 1

4/12/2021 1:19:34 PM

20

Forest Park Review, April 14, 2021

Property transfers p. B12

April 14, 2021

Homes

Powered by the Oak Park Area Association of Realtors

Rendering provided by Oak Park Residence Corporation

Res Corp seeks game changer with new development Net-zero design at heart of proposal at Austin and Van Buren By LACEY SIKORA

O

Contributing Reporter

ak Park Residence Corporation, a nonprofit community development organization whose mission is to promote Oak Park as a diverse and economically balanced community by providing high-quality multifamily rental housing at reasonable rates for households of all income levels, has big plans for the mid-century, multifamily building it owns at 7 Van Buren St. OPRC plans to raze the building and erect a new six-story building in its place. “It was getting to the point where we either needed to invest in it significantly or replace it,” said David Pope, OPRC president and CEO. In making the decision to replace the modest 12-unit building with something else, he says that there were six

primary arguments against new development in Oak Park that guided the thinking on the new building. These arguments include: Why does every building have to be tall? There aren’t enough affordable units. The only accessible units are in downtown Oak Park. Why does all new development in Oak Park only happen downtown? What about environmental sustainability? Why can’t we build buildings that are beautiful? Pope says the proposed building will answer those questions and break new ground in Oak Park. At six stories, the proposed building is taller than the existing building but is no high-rise. Of its 44 units, 24 will be set aside as affordable housing. The building will be accessible, with an elevator. Pope calls the project “the first significant investment, from a residential standpoint, on Austin in over 50 years.” “It might really signal to others that you can invest in this area of Oak Park,” he added. The development team, which includes design architect Kahler Slater and mechanical engineering group dbHMS, is also aiming high in terms of environmental sustainability

ALEX ROGALS/Staff Photographer

BIG CHANGE? Res Corp wants to transform an existing mid-century modern building (above) at 7 Van Buren St. into an energy-efficient development (top) that will incorporate affordable housing and will serve as an example of how to approach future projects in Oak Park. and brought in Oak Parker Tom Bassett-Dilley, an architect and expert on passive house design, to help raise the bar. Passive house techniques use passive influences in a building – like sunshine, shading and ventilation – instead of systems such as air conditioning and central heating. Combining these techniques with very high levels of insulation and airtightness, makes it possible for a passive home to use 90 percent less energy than a typical dwelling. The proposed building for 7 Van Buren St. will follow passive house techniques, but also aims even higher to create a net-zero building, which means the total amount of energy used by the building on an annual basis will be roughly See DEVELOPMENT on page B6

April 14, 2021 ■ Wednesday Journal/Forest Park Review

B1

BairdWarner.com

It’s easier here.®

822 Jackson Ave River Forest | $999,000 Sheila Price

947 Wenonah Ave Oak Park | $749,000 Swati Saxena

412 N Lombard Ave Oak Park | $679,000 Hughes Home Team

1017 Linden Ave Oak Park | $674,900 Keller Group Chicago

147 N Euclid Ave, Unit 406 Oak Park | $649,000 Hughes Home Team

423 N Humphrey Ave Oak Park | $599,900 Monica Klinke

813 Belleforte Ave Oak Park | $589,000 Jim Gillespie

1020 Madison St Oak Park | $560,000 Patricia McGowan

2022 N Wood St, Unit 1N Chicago | $549,000 Elsa Lucas

1023 Wisconsin Ave Oak Park | $524,000 Swati Saxena

320 S Maple Ave, Unit D Oak Park | $449,900 Liz O’Connell

850 Home Ave Oak Park | $449,000 Keller Group Chicago

110 S Marion St, Unit 304 Oak Park | $429,000 Patricia McGowan

7915 W Westwood Dr Elmwood Park | $425,000 Cathy Yanda

5225 S Fairfield Ave Chicago | $325,000 Margarita Lopez

1313 Clinton Ave Berwyn | $269,000 Sandra Dita Lopez

715 Washington Blvd, #2D Oak Park | $219,000 Bethanny Alexander

333 S East Ave, Unit 312 Oak Park | $189,900 Saretta Joyner

213 N Marion St, Unit 1C Oak Park | $134,000 Cathy Yanda

217 Chicago Ave, Unit 2 Oak Park | $129,900 Catherine Simon-Vobornik

1037 Chicago Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 | 708.697.5900 | oakpark.bairdwarner.com Source: BrokerMetrics® LLC, 1/1/2019 - 12/ 31/2019Detached and Attached only. Chicagoland PMSA

B2 View more at OakPark.com/Real-Estate ■ April 14, 2021

1101 N ELMWOOD AVENUE, OAK PARK

1101NELMWOODAVENUE.INFO

139 S GROVE AVENUE, OAK PARK

139SGROVE.INFO

Fantastic opportunity to own this updated, 6 bed, 6 bath, stately, center-en-

This majestic Victorian home commands your attention with it’s impressive

trance home. Perfect flexible space for today’s needs! $1,450,000

wrap around porch and grand entrance. $1,285,000

ELIZABETH AUGUST • 773.432.0200 • elizabethaugust@atproperties.com

TONY & KATHY IWERSEN

•

708.772.8040

•

tonyiwersen@atproperties.com

1011 SOUTH BOULEVARD

814 CLINTON AVENUE, OAK PARK

814CLINTON.INFO

204 S HARVEY AVENUE, OAK PARK

204SHARVEY.INFO

This 6+ bedroom, 5 full bath, light-filled home has over 3,800 square feet

Open, inviting, spacious, and unique Victorian home. Conveniently located

of above grade living space.

near schools, farmers market, town, and more!

MCCORMICK/KILLARNEY

•

$1,149,000 312.961.4612

•

carrie@atproperties.com

CINDY RISCH

•

312.545.5415

•

$799,000

cindyrisch@atproperties.com

Stop looking, start finding® atproperties.com

April 14, 2021 ■ Wednesday Journal/Forest Park Review

B3

Exciting News in 2021! Cantata’s Independent Living community is experiencing a

MAJOR RENOVATION! Call today for details on MONTHLY FEES UNDER $2000!

708-485-5665 cantata.org

B4 View more at OakPark.com/Real-Estate ■ April 14, 2021

Generations of Excellence since 1958

708.771.8040 • 7375 W. North Ave., River Forest Alisa Coghill DonnaAvenue Barnhisel 7375 West North Kay Costello Anne Brennan MANAGING River Forest, Illinois 60305 Maria Cullerton Kevin Calkins BROKER/OWNERS Julie Downey Tom Carraher 708.771.8040 Kurt Fielder Pat Cesario Andy Gagliardo

Tom Poulos

815 JACKSON • RIVER FOREST

Joe Cibula Don Citrano

Ramona Fox Laura Gancer

Dan Halperin Greg Jaroszewski Vee Jaroszewski Noa Klima Jack Lattner Iris McCormick Vince McFadden

Colleen Navigato John Pappas Rosa Pitassi Sue Ponzio-Pappas Jenny Ruland Laurel Saltzman Laurie Shapiro

Tom Sullivan Debbie Watts George Wohlford Nancy Wohlford

Randy Ernst • 773-290-0307

9 FOREST • RIVER FOREST

7531 BROWN UNIT B • FOREST PARK

N EW LI S T I N G!

N EW LI S T I NG!

STATELY SOUTHERN COLONIAL blends old world craftsmanship with elegant modern updates ideally located. Grand foyer, elegant LR with fireplace, recently remodeled gourmet kitchen, mudroom, family room, large basement with den/office. Meticulously maintained and ready to move in. ........... $1,549,000

STUNNING TOWNHOME in a quiet courtyard location! This solid 3 BR, 3 full & 1 half bath townhome offers MANY UPGRADES THROUGHOUT! Features include a home office/family room, open LR, high-end kitchen, full size laundry, and hardwood floors throughout. Outstanding location! .................................. $529,000

STYLISH, OPEN, BRIGHT Townhome in great location! Room to spread out in the light-filled living and dining room, large kitchen with room for casual dining or a home office, three spacious bedrooms, three full baths, outside deck, two-car garage, and laundry. Dining/shopping nearby. ..................................... $339,500

COLONIAL REVIVAL STYLE with Tudor Revival influences built in 1909. This stunning six-bedroom home displays sophistication and tasteful elegant décor. It offers wonderful space for family and entertaining with beautiful views of the spectacular oversized corner lot. ........................................................................ $1,395,000

632 BONNIE BRAE • RIVER FOREST

922 LATHROP • RIVER FOREST

750 WILLIAM • RIVER FOREST OPEN SUNDAY • 13

1135 FOREST • RIVER FOREST

UN D ER CO N T RAC T!

PRI CE RED U C E D!

EXQUISITE, UPDATED HOME with luxurious finishes throughout, walk to EVERYTHING location! Four full floors of renovated space including massive, open, chef’s kitchen that opens to family room, French doors, amazing basement living space and home gym. Move in and enjoy! ................................................ $1,299,999

EXPERT DESIGN RENOVATION! The very best in contemporary design, finishes and mechanicals alongside exquisitely restored leaded glass doors and gleaming hardwoods create the ideal blend of old and new. Massive rooms and high end craftsmanship throughout. Oversized lot. .............................................. $1,499,000

CENTRAL LOCATION so you may walk to town and train! Located on the historic 700 Block of William this home features a beautifully renovated open floor-plan Kitchen, 1st floor family room, LL playroom, laundry /storage, office & full bath. Professionally landscaped yard and large deck. ....................................... $745,000

ELEGANT CRAFTSMANSHIP can be found throughout this 5 BR French Normandy home. Sophistication is evident from the moment you walk in the door. Impressive foyer, formal LR with fireplace and built-in benches, family room, separate formal DR, updated kitchen, home office. ......................................... $975,000

942 WILLIAM • RIVER FOREST

520 N OAK PARK AVE • OAK PARK

1104 S. MAPLE • OAK PARK

1634 N. 76TH CT • ELMWOOD PARK

GREAT OPPORTUNITY to live on a beautiful tree lined street! Spacious home with family room addition, updated kitchen that blends beautifully with the vintage charm of the formal LR & DR. 2nd floor includes 3 BRs including large primary with walk-in closet, balcony and laundry room. ................................... $749,000

THREESTORY GRAND VICTORIAN on 100 x 218 lot in the heart of the Frank Lloyd Wright district. This estate features 6 Bedrooms, 2 Full baths, 3 fireplaces, many historic details including double front entry doors sourced from the Historic Pullman Estates section of Chicago. ..................................................................$646,000

PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP!! This gem of a home sits on a 50 x 170 lot and has been in the same family for over 40yrs. Main house offers 3 BRs, 2 full baths plus family room. 2nd FL offers in-law suite complete with two BRs, living room, dining room , kitchen & full bath. 2 car Garage. ......................................................$499,000

LOVELY MOVEIN READY brick and stone Georgian in the RF manor section that will not disappoint! This 3 BR, 2-1/2 bath home offers a wdbg fireplace, remodeled custom kitchen, family room, finished basement with wet bar, full spa bath, large laundry room and plenty of storage.......................................................... $419,000

OAK PARK Two Flat ...........................................................$550,000 PRICE REDUCED OAK PARK 3BR, 3 full/1 half BA....$475,000 OAK PARK 3BR, 2 full/1 half BA. Vintage beauty............$285,000 NEW LISTING OAK PARK 2BR, 1BA. ...........................$250,000

UNDER CONTRACT OAK PARK 2BR, 2BA. .................$244,900 OAK PARK 1BR, 1BA. Great space......................................$174,000 OAK PARK 1BR, 1BA. Open, light-filled. .......................... $169,000 OAK PARK 1BR, 1BA. Private balcony. ............................. $142,000

OAK PARK 1BR, 1BA. Nicely updated. ................................ $92,500 OAK PARK 1BR, 1BA. No stairs! .......................................... $70,000 FOREST PARK 1BR, 1BA. Location Location! ....................$85,000

CONDOS/TOWNHOMES/2 FLATS RIVER FOREST 2BR, 1BA. Updated condo. ..................... $158,900 PRICE REDCUCED RIVER FOREST 1BR, 1BA. ............. $79,000 RIVER FOREST 1BR, 1BA. Corner unit. .............................$72,500

Shop for homes online at GagliardoRealty.com

547 LINDEN • OAK PARK

Find that New Home! April 14, 2021 ■ Wednesday Journal/Forest Park Review

B5

DEVELOPMENT Passive methods from page B1 equal to the amount of renewable energy created on the site. Pope says this development is a game changer. “Anyone in the Midwest involved in this area would be interested to learn what we’re doing and how,” Pope said. “We’d make all of that information public in order to change the way people think about multifamily housing. It would be a real catalyst.” Bassett-Dilley says he’s very excited to be involved in the project, which will most likely be one of the largest, if not the largest, netzero multifamily developments in the Midwest. He emphasizes that passive house construction methods have proven to be cost-competitive with built-to-code methods, and says he hopes this building will show other developers what can be done. “You’re just asking yourself, ‘Why the heck wouldn’t people do this?’” Bassett-Dilley said. In order to push the project beyond passive house to net-zero standards, Bassett-Dilley says his team modelled different applications of glass, walls and shading. Walls of glass might look great, but they require large systems for heating and cooling and lots of energy to keep warm in winter and cool in summer. Fine-tuning building components will allow the building to produce all of its own energy. Solar panels will wrap around the south side of the building, and Bassett-Dilley calls having onsite renewables such as these a “big deal.” On top of the sustainable focus of the project, Pope says he has another commitment to the neighborhood. “If it’s not a beautiful building, we won’t build it,” Pope said. The design requires a zoning variance. The lot is zoned for four stories and the building design also extends over the current sidewalk, but Pope says the design is done in a thoughtful way he thinks will appeal to neighbors and residents. A colonnade will extend along the Van Buren side, visually connecting Oak Park to Columbus Park in Austin. A roof deck will offer views of the park and the city. “We hope this is a way to foster a linkage and bring Oak Parkers and Austinites together in this jewel of a park,” Pope said. For Bassett-Dilley, who sits on Oak Park’s Ad-Hoc Climate Action Plan Committee, this building represents the future of design. He says his office is getting more and more calls for people interested in building passive houses. “People realize that it makes sense, it’s proven,” Bassett-Dilley said. “It’s about time it gets through to the multifamily buildings now.” He hopes the climate action committee looks at this building as way to start a conversation about incentivizing more developers in Oak Park to build with similar techniques. “You have to have faith that people will be interested,” BassettDilley said. “We’re talking about a threat to our existence. Are you willing to give up a little glass for that?”

Photo provided by Oak Park Residence Corporation

GREEN FOCUS: Oak Park Residence Corp. intends to use passive construction methods to make its proposed new development at 7 Van Buren St. (renderings above) a net-zero energy building. The proposed 44-unit building would have 24 set aside for affordable housing.

g n a H e r e h in t k r a P Oak

B6 View more at OakPark.com/Real-Estate ■ April 14, 2021

We are here for you! You can get local news delivered right to your email in-box. Sign up for FREE at OakPark.com

CHICAGO

3 BR, 2 BA .................................................$269,000 Denise Espinosa • 773-817-9333

OAK PARK Fantastic and bright large corner condo in the heart of downtown Oak Park!

CHICAGO

2 BR, 2 BA ..................................................................................................................... $199,000

5 BR, 2 BA .................................................$275,000 Erica Cuneen • 708-220-2025

Steve Scheuring • 708-369-8043

OAK PARK Amazing Queen Anne Bungalow features, exquisite architectural details, custom lighting and modern conveniences.

4 BR, 2 BA ..................................................................................................................... $539,000 Steve Scheuring • 708-369-8043

OAK PARK

2 BR, 2 BA .................................................$188,000 Erica Cuneen • 708-220-2025

OAK PARK

OAK PARK

Amazing Mediterranean-influenced Colonial with gorgeous architectural details.

Quality construction, amazing space and fresh neutral décor! 3 BR, 3.1 BA .................................................................................................................. $559,000 Greer Haseman • 708-606-8896 or Chris Curran • 708-366-0400

OAK PARK

2 BR, 2 BA .................................................$349,900 Cynthia Howe Gajewski • 312-933-8440

5 BR, 3 BA ..................................................................................................................... $745,000 Steve Scheuring • 708-369-8043

Want to see your listings in Distinctive Properties? Contact Marc Stopeck at 708.613.3330 or marc@oakpark.com April 14, 2021 ■ Wednesday Journal/Forest Park Review

B7

OAK PARK

3 BR, 4 BA .................................................$435,000 Erica Cuneen • 708-220-2025

OPEN SATURDAY 11 - 1 P.M. 226 S TAYLOR

OAK PARK

OAK PARK

OAK PARK

Spectacular estate home designed by the famous firm of Tallmage & Watson.

The Charles Castle House built in 1924 by renowned architect Frederick Schock has been meticulously renovated.

6 BR, 5 BA ..................................................................................................................... $950,000

6 BR, 5.1 BA ............................................................................................................... $1,600,000

5 BR, 4 BA .................................................$750,000 Denise Sacks • 708-217-2111

Steve Scheuring • 708-369-8043

Greer Haseman • 708-606-8896 or Chris Curran • 708-366-0400

House Hunting? Find a Realtor. Find a home. Get a list of Open Houses.

OAK PARK Marvelous luxury home completely refurbished. Brand new coach house with elevator! 8 BR, 6 BA .................................................................................................................. $1,600,000 Erica Cuneen • 708-220-2025

Every week, every day in

OAK PARK Spectacular Home with wonderful space for family and entertaining! 6 BR, 5 BA .................................................................................................................. $1,395,000 Donna Barnhisel • 773-418-9137

7375 West North Avenue River Forest, Illinois 60305 708.771.8040

Want to see your listings in Distinctive Properties? Contact Marc Stopeck at 708.613.3330 or marc@oakpark.com B8 View more at OakPark.com/Real-Estate ■ April 14, 2021

OPEN SATURDAY 1 - 3 P.M. 426 CLINTON AVE

OAK PARK

5 BR, 4 BA .................................................$775,000 Erica Cuneen • 708-220-2025

RIVER FOREST

RIVER FOREST

Pristine oak floors, custom built-ins and cabinetry and exquisite architectural details grace this magnificent Tudor.

Lovingly cared for, spacious and sunny home! 3 BR, 1.1 BA .....................................................................................................................$449,000 Greer Haseman • 708-606-8896 or Chris Curran • 708-366-0400

OAK PARK

5 BR, 3 BA .................................................................................................................. $1,110,000

6 BR, 4.1 BA ...........................................$1,285,000 Kathy & Tony Iwersen • 708-772-8040

Steve Scheuring • 708-369-8043

House Hunting? Find a Realtor. Find a home. Get a list of Open Houses. Every week, every day in

April 14, 2021 ■ Wednesday Journal/Forest Park Review

B9

Under Contract in less than 2 days! 554 Park Ave, River Forest 3 Bedrooms, 2.1 Baths…$675,000 The Spring Market is officially here, contact me today if you’re looking to buy or sell! Sandi Graves | 708-752-6540 sgraves@cbexchange.com

Just Sold! Under Contract in just 5 days! 1020 Harlem 1D, River Forest 2BR, 2BA condo with garage parking and in unit washer/dryer and hardwood floors… ................................................... $335,000 John Haagenson | 773-230-6995 john.haagenson@cbexchange.com

Just Sold! 1217 N. Grove Avenue, Oak Park 4 Bedrooms, 2.1 Baths…$665,000 Now is the right time to make a move! Michelle Miller 708-334-5833 michelle.miller@cbexchange.com

Just Sold! 1137 Columbian Ave, Oak Park Represented buyer in the purchase of this beautiful 4700 sq ft home. 4 BR, 4.1 BA… $663,000. I work tirelessly for my buyers! Allow me to help you find your next sacred space called HOME. Patty Melgar Hooks | 708-261-2796 patty.melgarhooks@cbexchange.com

Just Listed! 1046 Washington, Unit 3, Oak Park 2 BR, 2 BA. Large, top-floor condo with a wonderful floor plan and many vintage details in a courtyard building close to downtown Oak Park, Green Line. and Metra. Great potential! without a lot of work ................................................... $185,000 Stephanie Eiger | 708-557-0779 Stephanie.Eiger@cbexchange.com

Just Sold! 504 Park Ave, River Forest 3 BRs, 2.2 BA. Spacious and light-filled townhouse with hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen and private patio located in central River Forest. .............................. $480,000

506 S. Austin Blvd., Unit 1, Oak Park 2 BR, 2 BA. Fantastic first-floor spacious condo near transportation. Beautiful hardwood floors. Bosch stainless steel appliances and washer/dryer in the unit. Assign parking available ........... $178,500

Just Listed! 161 N. Lombard, Oak Park So much SPACE inside and out. 4 BR, 2.1 BA. 1 floor office, enclosed sun room, huge basement and bonus playroom/office/ workout room upstairs. Large yard and 2.5 car garage plus shed!

Andrea “Bonnie” Routen | 708-544-8440 Andrea.bonnie@cbexchange.com

Shea Kiessling | 708-710-5952 Shea@cbexchange.com

st

Sue Canepa I 312-203-0848 suecanepahomes@gmail.com

My buyers are under contract on their next dream homes. Great homes for sale coming soon! Let me help guide you home.

Just Listed! 128 N. Lombard Ave., Oak Park Super stylish transformation of this lovely 5 BR/2.1 BA home in central Oak Park. Brand new gorgeous, efficient kitchen and custom crafted media room! Convenient location: schools, stores, CTA. Sue Canepa I 312-203-0848 suecanepahomes@gmail.com

Under Contract in 2 days! 1135 Schneider Ave., 2A, Oak Park 2 BR, 2 BA condo. New appliances, easy access balcony, generous master en suite, in-unit washer & dryer. Close to downtown Oak Park/River Forest, local universities, public trans. Great time to list - contact us today!

Coming Soon! 639 N. Elmwood Avenue, Oak Park Delightful 4 BR, 2.1 BA home with a great floorplan for entertaining as well as nice private spaces. This house is special, and it won’t be around for long! Call right away for the full list of bells and whistles .......... ................................................... $649,000

Lisa Andreoli and Meredith Conn 708-557-9546 or 708-743-6973 TeamGo2Girls@gmail.com

Kirstin Gloor | 708-351-8977 Kirstin.Gloor@cbexchange.com

Sara Faust 708-772-7910 sara.faust@cbexchange.com

COLDWELLBANKERHOMES.COM Oak Park 114 N. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park | 708.524.1100 The property information herein is derived from various sources that may include, but not be limited to, county records and the Multiple Listing Service, and it may include approximations. Although the information is believed to be accurate, it is not warranted and you should not rely upon it without personal verification. Real estate agents affiliated with Coldwell Banker Realty are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2020 Coldwell Banker Realty. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Realty fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Owned by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker Logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Realty LLC.

B10 View more at OakPark.com/Real-Estate ■ April 14, 2021

Distinction

(di stingk’ shen) noun. The act of distinguishing excellence; making a difference

Tom Carraher redefines the essence of real estate service.

Sunday, April 18

SINGLE FAMILY HOMES

CONDOS

ADDRESS

110 Marion St., #406, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . 320 S Maple Ave., D, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . 7531 Brown, Unit B, Forest Park . . . . . . . . . 111 Home Ave., #3, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ADDRESS

750 William St., River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 S. Taylor Ave., Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 Clinton Ave., Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 647 Linden Ave., Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OFFICE

LISTING PRICE

@properties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$430,000 Baird & Warner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$449,900 Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$339,500 @properties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$559,000

OFFICE

LISTING PRICE

Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$745,000 Beyond Properties Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$750,000 Beyond Properties Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$775,000 @properties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,600,000

TIME

. . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Sun 12-2 . . . . . . . . . . . Open Sun 1-2:30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Sun 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Sat 12-2

TIME

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Sun 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Sat 11-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Sat 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Open Sat 2-4

It is extremely rare to find real estate professionals who set themselves apart with distinction in everything they do... ...unless you select the professional who has distinguished himself by making a total commitment to excellence—Tom Carraher. Call Tom Carraher at 708-822-0540 to achieve all of your real estate goals.

Tom Carraher

This Directory brought to you by

Realistic Expectation–Proven Results

mrgloans.com

Providing financing for homes in Oak Park and surrounding communities since 1989. Conventional, FHA, and Jumbo mortgages Free Pre-approvals

6821 W. North Avenue Suite 201 Oak Park, IL 708.452.5151

Mortgage Resource Group is an Illinois Residential Mortgage Licensee. NMLS # 207793 License # 1031

7375W. West NorthAve. Avenue 7375 North River Forest, Illinois River Forest 60305 708.771.8040 708.771.8040

http://tomcarraher.realtor.com

April 14, 2021 ■ Wednesday Journal/Forest Park Review

B11

P R O P E R T Y

T R A N S F E R S

Oak Park home sells for $1,080,000

The following property transfers were reported by the Cook County Recorder of Deeds for October, 2020. Where addresses appear incomplete, for instance where a unit number appears missing, that information was not provided by the recorder of deeds.

OAK PARK ADDRESS

PRICE

SELLER

BUYER

227 Clinton Ave

$1,080,000.00 Krasinsky Stephen M

Hearn Ryan L

601 N Euclid Ave

$1,700,000.00

Mccullough Gary E

Dodd Jonathan

852 Washington Blvd

$130,000.00

Wozniak Jessica Marie

Hui Cindy

211 N Marion St

$134,000.00

Bishop Bonnie L

Rymark Lindsey

200 Home Ave

$135,000.00

First Amer Bk Tr 0000000017641

Mann Sydney

1039 N Harlem Ave

$150,000.00

Japlit Christina

Thomas Timothy Aaki

819 Lake St

$150,000.00

Arsin Cargi I

Lacassa Kimberly

222 Washington Blvd

$167,000.00

Connor Jolien

Jurado Yaritza

500 Washington Blvd

$169,000.00

Linden Catherine M Tr

Nicols Rachel

444 Washington Blvd

$175,000.00

Worley Marvin Jr

Livorsi Dawn

208 N Kenilworth Ave

$178,000.00

Winski Jessica

Kelly Donna

1139 S Highland Ave

$185,000.00

Lowry Sandra S Tr

52Nd Ave Llc Guderson

623 N Humphrey Ave

$185,000.00

Lane Elmer Harvey Jr

Humphrey Land 623

308 N Taylor Ave

$195,000.00

Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr

Kozlowski Marek

1425 N Harlem Ave

$197,500.00

Morvay Allison J

Bradshaw-Castillo Elizabeth Ann

222 N Marion St

$205,000.00

Hughes Charles Allen Tr

Adams Adrienne C

181 Linden Ave

$205,000.00

Gonzalez Luis

Lara Charles James

165 N Kenilworth Ave

$220,000.00

Igboanugo Ifechukwu

339 Home Ave

$225,000.00

1107 Superior St 165 N Kenilworth Ave

227 Clinton Ave ., Oak Park

OAK PARK ADDRESS

PRICE

SELLER

BUYER

Linden Catherine M Tr

707 Carpenter Ave

$430,000.00

Widholm Timothy J

Roberts Jason Dean

Berry Barbara M Tr

Vayninger Alexandra

804 Mapleton Ave

$470,000.00

James Stefan

N P Dodge Jr Tr

$235,000.00

Jastram-Williams Rita M

Ries David A

804 Mapleton Ave

$470,000.00

N P Dodge Jr Tr

Patel Saumil

$237,500.00

Berry Anne M

Fitzgibbons Susan

612 S East Ave

$480,000.00

Stepansky Christian F

Rodgers Matthew A

$480,000.00

Somin Oleksandr

Munoz Blanca

941 S Elmwood Ave

$239,000.00

U S Bk Trust

K D Grp Enterprises Llc

620 S East Ave

1050 N Taylor Ave

$240,000.00

Park Pl Prop Grp Il Llc

Plan Z Dev Llc

1112 S Lyman Ave

$485,000.00

Two Guys Llc

Vanells James

1155 S Ridgeland Ave

$275,000.00

Loftus Michelle D Orton

Albury Amanda

816 N Oak Park Ave

$490,000.00

Reyes Karina

Matuszewski Dan Bernard

1046 N Austin Blvd

$280,000.00

Pergams Oliver Rw

Williams Jamen

531 N Elmwood Ave

$520,000.00

Ferguson Carole A Tr

Peluso Abigail

$525,000.00

Dienberg Regina A Tr

Tardio Francesco

629 S Ridgeland Ave

$310,000.00

Antal Leonard

Cageao Nicholas I

1134 Woodbine Ave

949 Pleasant St

$312,000.00

Morrison Mary Louise H Tr

Carr John

838 Fair Oaks Ave

$530,000.00

Schigelone Jason W

Trela Kathryn

425 Harvey Ave

$318,000.00

Harris Shana

Romero Mayra

521 S Kenilworth Ave

$532,500.00

Bixby Harold William

Rudolph Nicholas A

828 Gunderson Ave

$325,000.00

Dougherty Mary Elizabeth

Eade Matthew

1118 Wenonah Ave

$535,000.00

Martinez Raymundo

Mohler Floyd

$545,000.00

Pendergast Christine A

Mulder Brooke K

1235 N Marion St

$330,000.00

Perrone Carmel M Tr

Bentley Benjamin

1115 Rossell Ave

1004 S Highland Ave

$340,000.00

Gaynor Kathleen B

Hulbert Michael Thomas

929 Linden Ave

$550,000.00

Deary Christopher D

Rose Jeremy H Tr

618 Wesley Ave

$355,000.00

Rindler Bruce E

Anand Ankit

1108 Rossell Ave

$555,000.00

Todd Donn D

Booth Mark

842 N Euclid Ave

$365,000.00

Longman Richard Thomas

Stenftenagel Jessie

141 S Scoville Ave

$565,000.00

Raymond Charles D Tr

Mal Trust

1145 S Euclid Ave

$385,000.00

Mcintyre Stephen J

Silva Jonathan

518 Gunderson Ave

$595,000.00

Thomas Thomas N

Beckwith Jamie

536 S Cuyler Ave

$388,000.00

Keane Matthew

Foy Michael

928 Fair Oaks Ave

$620,000.00

Martens Jeffery D Tr

Wenzel Morgan

100 Bishop Quarter Ln

$392,500.00

Friedman Benajmin S

Rosa-Cooper Andreia Gomes

1016 N Euclid Ave

$626,000.00

Hoog Andrew

Punihaole Thomas

407 Wisconsin Ave

$394,000.00

Borrelli Jean M

Emerson Steven

1112 Thomas St

$690,000.00

Dirkin Jennifer M

Wahl-Jones Meredith

814 Wenonah Ave

$405,000.00

Nardulli Philip F

Jacoby James F

415 N Cuyler Ave

$778,000.00

Redden Charles F

Osting Jonathan

118 S Cuyler Ave

$417,000.00

Childs Adam

Lambert Matthew J

201 S Taylor Ave

$830,000.00

Brown Francis Robert

Jamnik Jason

606 S Taylor Ave

$425,000.00

Wohlgenant Susan L

Kramer Leigh

834 N East Ave

$925,000.00

Jpm Const Contracting Inc

Adams Elliot

943 Hayes Ave

$425,000.00

Chui Sung Tr

Pena Angel A

846 Forest Ave

$950,500.00

Williamson Rick

Sheth Rajiv

918 S Humphrey Ave

$430,000.00

Stawski Stanley

Franklin John J

430 Home Ave

Unknown

Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp

Galanis George

B12 View more at OakPark.com/Real-Estate ■ April 14, 2021

P R O P E R T Y

T R A N S F E R S

FOREST PARK

RIVER FOREST

ADDRESS

PRICE

SELLER

BUYER

ADDRESS

PRICE

SELLER

BUYER

132 Dixon St

$180,000.00

Graham John

Wilson Rita P

846 Bonnie Brae Pl

$1,150,000.00

Paulson Erick

Luger Daniel

1521 Marengo Ave

$185,000.00

Meyer Alan Tr

Meyer Kathleen

407 Franklin Ave

$255,000.00

Hamilton Kathleen J

Akram Rabia

7314 Randolph St

$186,500.00

Forte Natalie

Krebel Andrea Leigh

435 Williams St

$300,000.00

Polka John

Richards James W

7314 Randolph St

$188,500.00

Love Shanna

Kirkwood Brunell

435 Williams St

$325,000.00

Jugureanu George Tr

Gete-Derfingher Maria E

1310 Franklin Ave

$493,000.00

University Il Fdn

Mcpartlin Sally J

251 Marengo Ave

$190,000.00

Hatton Carol A

Dougherty Mary

1518 Ashland Ave

$500,000.00

Bcl Home Rehab Sub I Llc

Maienza Meredith

1431 Harlem Ave

$200,000.00

Gonchar Mariya

Williams Ze Bretta

915 Monroe Ave

$525,000.00

Sasgen Martha Tr

Herring Sean

251 Marengo Ave

$259,000.00

Kutasi John

Foley Kathleen

738 Lathrop Ave

$527,000.00

Anderson Kristofor T

Ozinga Krista

901 Circle Ave

$297,000.00

Wambach William L

Hansen Justine P

7712 Vine St

$544,500.00

Francque Catherine

Hill Michael P

7420 Randolph St

$335,000.00

Thinnes Michael A Jr

Tse Lam

7204 Iowa St

$570,000.00

Kuby Karin G

Lucas Kevin J

1420 Bonnie Brae Pl

$576,000.00

Cassidy Noreen K

Chen Peter Chao-Wen

1103 Marengo Ave

$340,000.00

Plum William J

Kern Bridget J

562 Forest Ave

$596,000.00

Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr

Saafir Megan

1026 Elgin Ave

$345,000.00

Kutylo Lynne

Anderson Kristen Elizabeth

1447 Monroe Ave

$630,000.00

Bernstein Jack N

Lopez Joe Jr

920 Lathrop Ave

$375,000.00

Miller Nathaniel Scott

Feczko Nick

544 Keystone Ave

$700,000.00

Eaton Jeffrey G Tr

Kawakami Markus

7432 Washington St

$40,000.00

Washington Takeisha

Johnson Cordario

1335 Lathrop Ave

$795,000.00

Lindeman Janet A

Dee Julie A

630 Ferdinand Ave

$488,000.00

Loftus Kevin P

Easton Jordan L

628 Ashland Ave

$860,000.00

Huizenga David

Avalos Steven

232 Marengo Ave

$515,000.00

335 Circle Ps

Armer Andrew

555 Edgewood Pl

$880,000.00

Brundage Miles E

Sied Marshall J

7202 Oak Ave

$90,000.00

Michalowska Krystyna

Rojas Hugo A

7654 Madison St

$650,000.00

Arado Rlty Cc Lp

Wtfait Llc

1040 Monroe Ave

$925,000.00

Tarara Samuel J

Keith Scott T

320 Circle Ave

$99,000.00

Saucedo Fernando

Saucedo Pedro

223 Gale Ave

$930,000.00

Narsutis Steven A

Mefford Jessica

JUST LISTED

139 S GROVE, OAK PARK :: $1,285,000 :: 6 BED :: 4.5 BATH Majestic Victorian in central Oak Park Historic District.

UNDER CONTRACT

1522 FOREST, RIVER FOREST

UNDER CONTRACT

s c i t i l o P All L! A C O L is

news on e t a d o t e upd Get all th ment an n r e v o g CAL elections your LO L A C O ming L the upco BISHED R U F E R W& at the NE

.com w e i v e R rk ForestPa ives with r h t y c a r Democ mmunity o c t n e d indepen m. journalis

437 ADDISON, RIVERSIDE

$849,000 :: 4 BED :: 4.5 BATH

$449,000 :: 3 BED :: 2 BATH

Brick Tudor with expansive yard.

Contemporary home in beautiful Riverside.

KATHY & TONY IWERSEN 708.772.8040 708.772.8041 tonyiwersen@atproperties.com

April 14, 2021 ■ Wednesday Journal/Forest Park Review

B13

28

Wednesday Journal, April 14, 2021

OAKPARK.COM | RIVERFOREST.COM

S P O N S O R E D

C O N T E N T

Celebrating a decade creating great burgers in Elmwood Park

Burger Moovment marks 10-year anniversary with free birthday cake shakes “Besides making me feel old, being in business for 10 years makes me feel great,” laughed Anthony Gambino, Burger Moovment, owner. “We’re already on second generation customers here.” For 10 years Burger Moovment, 7512 W. North Ave., has stayed true to their brand. For a solid decade they have been slinging top quality burgers, Food Writer fresh cut fries and milk shakes in an unpretentious fast casual environment. Now the North Avenue mainstay is preparing to celebrate their anniversary later this month. A veteran restaurateur and owner of the two-decade old Cucina Paradiso in Oak Park, Gambino credits mastering the basics as the key to the Elmwood Park burger joint’s long-term success. “I think we’re doing things the same way we did when we opened,” said Gambino. “It’s pretty simple. We serve quality food at good prices with great service.”

MELISSA ELSMO

While food and value are essential, Gambino is steadfast his quick service joint would not have been successful without his remarkable staff. “In the restaurant industry you are only as good as your staff,” said Gambino. “I am proud and humbled how our staff and management team have kept us in the game all these years. I am extremely appreciative.” While Burger Moovment has stayed true to their food, value, and service trifecta to keep business consistent Gambino notes technology has changed considerably over past the past decade. Digital ordering and delivery needs have dramatically changed how Burger Moovment operates and the pandemic took that evolution to the next level. Today Burger Moovment partners with ChowNow to handle their online ordering needs because their processing fees are more restaurant friendly. “After the year we’ve had it means everything to still be around,” said Gambino. “Because of support from the Village of Elmwood Park were definitely able to weather the storm of 2020. From the Elmwood Park Eats bucks to the added parking, the village continues to support us in big ways.” To honor their notable accomplishment, Burger Moovment will celebrate their milestone anniversary with a birthday cake shake give away. When customers purchase any double burger between April 26 and May 1, they will receive a free vanilla shake

Anthony Gambino credits quality, value and service for the long-term success of his quick service restaurants

B14 View more at OakPark.com/Real-Estate ■ April 14, 2021

The Classic Moov, shown here, has had top billing on Burger Moovment’s menu for a full decade.

Patrons purchasing a double burger between Apr. 26 and May 1 will receive a free birthday cake shake to celebrate Burger Moovment’s 10-year anniversary.

Photo Provided.

OAKPARK.COM | RIVERFOREST.COM Pastas

Dine-in – Pick-up – Delivery – Catering

29

Wednesday Journal, April 14, 2020

Dine-in – Pick-up – Delivery – Catering

Served with a side salad, bread & butter

zico

ncetta, & peas in our light cream sauce $14.49

Two Restaurants, Twice the Fun!

a

, fresh garlic, & parsley in extra virgin olive oil served over linguine $17.99

rimp Angel Hair sauce $15.99

tti

Pizzas

Pastas

ka

Traditional Thin Crust

Served with a side salad, bread & butter

-cheese spinach blend in our tomato cream sauce $13.49

a cream sauce $13.49

s with Angel Hair

shrooms, broccoli, onions, roasted red peppers, & fresh garlic in our sauce $13.49

izzico

hrimp, black olives, & tomatoes in our special pesto cream sauce $15.99

Sundried Tomatoes

ted grilled chicken breast in our special pesto sauce $15.49

Our light flaky crust is always crisp & golden brown. Small 10” Cheese Serves 1-2 $9.39, Medium 12” Cheese Serves 2-3 $11.99, Large 14” Cheese Serves 3-4 $15.79, X-Large 16” Cheese Serves 4-5 $18.09, Family 18” Cheese Serves 5-6 $20.29

Chicago-Style Deep Dish

This is the pie that Chicago made famous! A totally gourmet pizza with a buttery crust & lots of cheese. Allow 45 min. bake time – cut upon request only. Small 10” Cheese Serves 2-3 $12.09, Medium 12” Cheese Serves 3- 4 $14.39, Large 14” Cheese Serves 4-5 $19.00, X-Large 16” Cheese Serves 5-6 $23.50

alamari

Spizzico Stuffed

arinara sauce $16.99 our homemade marinara or meat sauce $12.49

do

heese sauce made fresh to order $14.49

Di Mare

, shrimp, fresh garlic, & parsley in our light plum tomato sauce $19.49

vera

resh garlic in extra virgin olive oil $13.49

an cheeses topped with mozzarella, baked in our homemade marinara or

fed Shells

end of 4 Italian cheeses in our homemade marinara or meat sauce $13.49

Olio

in extra virgin olive oil served over angel hair $12.49

Baked like a pie with ingredients inside & topped with a thin crust & our special tomato sauce. Allow 45 min. bake time – cut upon request only. Small 10” Cheese Serves 2-3 $15.39, Medium 12” Cheese Serves 3-4 $19.09, Large 14” Cheese Serves 4-5 $22.99, X-Large 16” Cheese Serves 5-6 $26.69

Ingredients

Anchovies, Artichoke Hearts, Bacon, Fresh Basil, Black Olives, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Bocconcini, Broccoli, Canadian Bacon, Capicola, Extra Cheese, Chorizo, Feta Cheese, Fresh Garlic, Hot Giardiniera, Green Olives, Green Pepper, Ground Beef, Jalapeño, Kalamata Olives, Mushroom, Onion, Pepperoni, Pineapple, Portobello Mushroom, Imported Provolone, Ricotta, Roasted Red Pepper, Sausage, Spinach, Sliced Tomato Small +$1.59, Medium +$1.79, Large +$2.09, X-Large +$2.29, Family +$2.59 each, Double Dough, Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast, Genoa Salami, Shrimp, & Sliced Italian Beef an additional charge

Check out our Spizzico menu & combine your Specialty Pizzas orders Mouthwatering combos to entice any pizza enthusiast! Choose your style.

d in our homemade marinara or meat sauce $13.49

With mushrooms, pancetta, & peas in our light cream sauce $14.49

Mussels Marinara

With plum tomatoes, fresh garlic, & parsley in extra virgin olive oil served over linguine $17.99

Artichoke & Shrimp Angel Hair In our special pesto sauce $15.99

Spinach Manicotti

(3) Stuffed with a 4-cheese spinach blend in our tomato cream sauce $13.49

Penne Alla Vodka

In our tomato vodka cream sauce $13.49

Fresh Vegetables with Angel Hair Artichoke hearts, mushrooms, broccoli, onions, roasted red peppers, & fresh garlic in our homemade marinara sauce $13.49

Gnocchi Alla Spizzico

Potato dumplings, shrimp, black olives, & tomatoes in our special pesto cream sauce $15.99

Mostaccioli with Sundried Tomatoes

Check out our Thank YouSeñor Jefé Gnocchi Potato dumplings in our homemade marinara or meat saucemenu Village of $12.49 Fettuccine Alfredo & $14.49 combine your In our homemadeElmwood cheese sauce made fresh to order Park Linguine Frutti Di Mare orders - Spizzico Mussels, clams, squid, shrimp, fresh garlic, & parsley in our light plum tomato sauce $19.49 And chopped marinated grilled chicken breast in our special pesto sauce $15.49

Linguine with Calamari

In our homemade marinara sauce $16.99

Rigatoni Primavera

Quattro Formaggio

Lasagna

Sautéed broccoli & fresh garlic in extra virgin olive oil $13.49

Sausage, Mushroom, Onion, Green Pepper

Greek Pizza

Feta Cheese, Kalamata Olives, Chopped Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast, Artichoke Hearts (Extra Virgin Olive Oil Based Sauce)

The 8am: The 8am has been on the Burger Moovment menu for ten years and flies a BBQ Pizza Sausage, Onion, Bacon (BBQ Sauce) little under the radar accioli, spaghetti, linguine,low angel hair, rigatoni, or fettuccine in our according to owner Small $15.19,Anthony Medium $18.69, LargeGambino. $21.79, X-Large $25.99, Family $29.39 or meat sauce $11.49

no

Penne Alla Spizzico

Spizzico Special

Mozzarella, Ricotta, Imported Provolone, Parmesan

d in our homemade marinara or meat sauce $13.49

Dine-in – Pick-up – Delivery – Catering

7446 W North Ave,

Layered with 4 Italian cheeses topped with mozzarella, baked in our homemade marinara or meat sauce $13.49

Check out our Spizzico menu & combine your Elmwood Park orders

www.spizzicopizza.com

Homemade Stuffed Shells

(5) Stuffed with a blend of 4 Italian cheeses in our homemade marinara or meat sauce $13.49

Pasta Aglio e Olio

708-583-0002

Fresh garlic sautéed in extra virgin olive oil served over angel hair $12.49

Ravioli

Cheese or meat filled in our homemade marinara or meat sauce $13.49

Gourmet VeggieBurger purists will appreciate the Clas-Tortellini blended with cake and topped with colorful Roasted Red Pepper, Sliced Tomato, Artichoke Hearts, Ricotta, Fresh Garlic

en, veal, or eggplant served over linguine topped with mozzarella, baked in sprinkles. nara or meat sauce $16.49

sic Moov featuring American cheese, let-Cheese or meat filled in our homemade marinara or meat sauce $13.49 Meat-Za Pizza Pasta Marinara Sausage, Pepperoni, Bacon, tomato, Ground Beef, Slicedpickles, Italian Beef ketchup, mustard, and During the anniversary celebration Burg- tuce, Your choice of mostaccioli, spaghetti, linguine, angel hair, rigatoni, or fettuccine in our Rigatoni Primavera homemade marinara or meat sauce $11.49 mayonnaise on a brioche bun. The signature also offer a special Cuban zarella, baked iner ourMoovment homemade marinara orwill meat sauce $14.49 Mushroom, Broccoli, Onion, Green Pepper, Sliced Tomato Pasta Parmigiano offering was named among the top 20 suburburger featuring Midwest sourced angus ongole Pizza Valentino Your choice of chicken, veal, or eggplant served over linguine topped with mozzarella, baked in s in our homemade whitepatties clam sauce $17.99 Sausage, Onion,ban Sliced Tomato, Sliced Italianby Beef, Hot Giardiniera burgers the Chicago Tribune in 2019our homemade marinara or meat sauce $16.49 beef topped with smoked ham, swiss Small $16.19, Medium $20.19, Large $23.39, X-Large $27.79, Family $31.39 perennially popular menu of-Baked Cheese Rigatoni 7446 W. North Avenue, Elmwood Park cheese, pickles, roasted garlic aioli and and Grain Penne +$1.00, Sausage +$4.00, Meatballs (1) $+2.50 (2) +$5.00, 7446remains W. North aAvenue, Elmwood Park With Ricotta & mozzarella, baked in our homemade marinara or meat sauce $14.49 Spizzico Supreme fering. mustard. Gambino is also quick to suggest hicken Breast +$4.79, Shrimp +$4.79, Grilled Tuna +$4.19, Tues,Canadian Wed, Bacon, Thurs 11 am Beef, to 9 Mushroom, pm (ClosedOnion, Mondays) Linguine Alla Vongole Sun, Tues, Wed, Thurs 11 am to 9 pm (Closed Mondays) Sausage, Pepperoni,Sun, Bacon, Ground Green Pepper, $.79, Baked Mozzarella +$1.89, Baked Mozzarella Black Olives, Green Patrons Olives $17.99 & Sat 11 am – 10 pm Fri looking & Sat 11 am – 10 topmget their hands on aFresh littleneck clams in our homemade white clamFrisauce trying “The 8am.”& Ricotta The+$3.25, burger, topped with Small $18.19, Medium $21.89, Large $25.09, X-Large $29.39, Family $33.79 .25, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Garlic +$1.89, Tomato Cream Sauce +$3.25, www.spizzicopizza.com www.spizzicopizza.com free birthday cake shake can also build their a cage-free fried egg, applewood smoked baVodka Sauce +$3.25, Substitute Soup for Salad +$1.89, Additions: Multi-Grain Penne +$1.00, Sausage +$4.00, Meatballs (1) $+2.50 (2) +$5.00, own Moovment Guests canMarinated Grilled Chicken Breast +$4.79, Shrimp +$4.79, Grilled Tuna +$4.19, Extra Bread & con, Butter +$.45, Extra Romano Cups +$.35 ketchup, Moov sauce, American cheese, Panzerotti We accept all major creditBurger & debit cards. No checks accepted. Prices creation. subject to change without notice. +$.79, Baked Mozzarella +$1.89, Baked Mozzarella & Ricotta +$3.25, Baked or fried cheese $6.95, each ingredient +$.80 among single, double or triple beef AlfredoVegetables lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun, has choose Sauce +$3.25, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Garlic +$1.89, Tomato Cream Sauce +$3.25, Pizza al or tagliofried chicken, black bean Vodka Sauce +$3.25, Substitute Soup for Salad +$1.89, been on the menu since opening day 10 years patties, grilled Extra Bread & Butter +$.45, Extra Romano Cups +$.35 Double Dough Cheese, Sausage, or Pepperoni $3.00 veggie patties or turkey patties before seago. lecting from four buns (yes, one is gluten free) and a wide array of premium and standard mix and match toppings. When asked what the future holds for Burger Moovment, Gambino was quick to respond. “This is a solo venture, and we plan to stay that way,” said Gambino. “The last year really opened our eyes to everything and we want to be an institution in Elmwood Park.” Get a Moov on! And get ready to celebrate a decade’s worth of quality burgers in Elmwood Park.

(708)-583-0000

(708)-583-0002

(708)-583-0000 7446 W. North Avenue, Elmwood Park Sun, Tues, Wed, Thurs 11 am to 9 pm (Closed Mondays) Fri & Sat 11 am – 10 pm www.spizzicopizza.com We accept all major credit & debit cards. No checks accepted. Prices subject to change without notice.

We ARE LIVE ONLINE! Your Table is READY

All photos, Melissa Elsmo

The Cuban Moov: Smoked ham, pickled and roasted garlic aioli make this bold burger ideal for celebrating a milestone anniversary.

Discover more culinary delights at OakPark.com

For sponsorships or advertising

call lourdes at 708-613-3330 lourdes@oakpark.com Served fresh by

April 14, 2021 ■ Wednesday Journal/Forest Park Review

B15

we are open

and living life like never before! Spring is about rebirth and renewal. We are ready to start anew— together with you! Please join us for our

Grand Opening Week | May 17–21 by appointment only Senior Lifestyle is bringing best-in-class assisted living and award-winning memory care to River Forest. The Sheridan at River Forest offers incomparable services with rental residences for those age 62 or better.

RSVP at 708-469-4607 today! Visit seniorlifestyle.com/about/covid-19/ to learn more about our best practices.

ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE 800 N. HARLEM AVENUE | RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 SHERIDANRIVERFOREST.COM

B16 View more at OakPark.com/Real-Estate ■ April 14, 2021