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D91 teacher contract includes salary hikes, nostrike language Officials said discussion was fruitful, praises spirit of collaboration By IGOR STUDENKOV Staff Reporter

The Forest Park Elementary School District 91 Board of Education unanimously approved a new contract with the Forest Park Educators Association, the union representing teachers and staff, during its July 14 meeting. The contract, which will last through the 2025-26 school year, includes annual starting salary increases for new teachers for the first three years and annual salary increases for existing teachers for all four years. It caps the number of school days per school year at 187 days and sets aside two days for curriculum development. The contract also includes the language explicitly prohibiting strikes or any other labor actions. Under the terms of the contract, the starting salary-

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Forest Park Theatre aims to nurture local talent Troupe to hold live readings on Tuesdays, discusses collaboration with District 91 By IGOR STUDENKOV Staff Reporter

As Forest Park Theatre company gears up for its second season, Artistic Director Richard Corley said they want to do more in the community, such as offering readings, working with local school districts and eventually getting enough funding to land a permanent physical location. The company made its debut in 2021, staging free outdoor performances of William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” at the Roos Pavilion, 7329 Harrison St. This year, they will stage free performances of “Innogen,” an adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Cymbeline,” at The Grove at Altenheim, 7824 Madison St., on Aug. 5 to 7 and Aug. 12-14, at 5 p.m. A special preview show will be held at the Forest Park Public Library, 7555 Jackson Blvd., on July 23 at 3:30 p.m. And the theater doesn’t plan on slowing

down. Corley said they plan on doing readings at Forest Park American Legion Post No. 414, 500 Circle Ave., every second Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m., starting Sept. 13. The company is currently working with Forest Park District 91 to set up theater lessons at Forest Park Middle School, with the ultimate goal of not only getting teens interested in a theater, but potentially offering theater camp and other acting opportunities further down the line. Corley and his wife, Tanera Marshall, moved to Forest Park about five years ago. They are both longtime teachers in the theater department at University of Illinois at Chicago, with Corley teaching acting and theater history and Marshall teaching voice and speech. Forest Park hasn’t had a theater company of its own since Circle Theatre moved to Oak Park in 2010. Corley said he wanted to start a company because he believes theater can bring the community together, and because he was conscious of the fact that many of his students struggled to find work and he wanted to do his part to help change that. Out of the 12 current cast members, two of them – Freya Trefonides, who plays Pisanio, princess Innogen’s loyal servant,

and Avery Fountain, who plays the villainous Iachimo – are Forest Parkers. Corley said managing director Shelley Wright and Jason Martin, one of their dialect consultants, are Forest Parkers as well. “We got a lot of folks who are working close with us, not just actors, but also people in the community who have been very supportive,” he said. Corley said he was interested in “Cymbeline” because, like many other plays Shakespeare wrote toward the end of his career, it didn’t fit neatly into any one genre, using elements of comedy, tragedy, romance and action-adventure. The original play focused on the travails of Princess Innogen and her husband, Posthumus, who were torn apart because, as the only heir of king Cymbeline, she had to marry someone of a royal blood. Corley said he wanted to stage a version of the story that puts Innogen front and center, because he believes that theater has the power to bring different perspectives to life and bridge divides. “I’m interested in how stories are told often through a male lens, and I’m trying to shift a story and try to tell it through the lens of the woman,” Corley said. He said the event would be a deliberately low-tech production – nothing but natural

light and all the props contained within four trucks. There will be bleacher seating, and space where audience can put down blankets. “I love the idea of summer theater being performed within daylight, without microphones – just the actors and the audience,” Corley said. District 91 spokesperson Nurys UcetaRamos told the Review that discussions with the troupe were still in the early stages and said that there is nothing planned for the 2022-23 school year. However, she said that it was something that the district was interested in pursuing, describing it as part of the broader effort to build relationships with community organizations throughout Forest Park. In a statement to the Review, District 91 Superintendent Elizabeth Alvarez echoed that message. “When we think about the whole child, the arts are really important,” she said. “We are looking forward to having that partnership for the student’s benefit and the benefit of families and teachers as well.” For more information about the Forest Park Theatre, visit fptheatre.org

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CLEAN AND GREEN: The lions that guard the entrance to the Art Institute were removed on June 14 and transported to the Conservation of Sculpture and Objects Studio Inc., at 900 Desplaines Ave. in Forest Park, headed by conservator Andrzej Dajnowksi. There they received a deep cleaning and fresh coat of wax. Now they are “cleaner and greener than ever,” according to the museum. They were re-installed on July 19 at noon. The public is welcoming the return of the “Lions of Michigan Avenue,” who will resume their vigilance over Michigan Avenue.

Forest Park Review, July 20, 2022

At East camp, football becomes a ‘tool to open doors’ Coach Aaron Peppers’ annual football camp featuring retired NFL player Sergio Brown seeks to make the sport instructive for life

forces to host last week’s camp together. “We’ve always wanted to do something to give back to the kids,” said Brown, 34. “I’ve always wanted to have a camp. There are basketball camps and we wanted to give the football kids something to do as

Coach Aaron Peppers and his wife Shawn Peppers during the second annual JADSPEP football camp last week. Below left, Sergio Brown, the former NFL player and East football standout, helped out at the camp, which registered a few hundred participants.

By SHANEL ROMAIN Staff Contributor

Aaron Peppers, a Maywood trustee and the Proviso East varsity football coach, said he had an epiphany when he started coaching football in Maywood. “I began coaching in 1993 and I saw how behind we were in our athletic programs and parks and it really hurt me, as a man, to have to pass out inadequate equipment to kids who just wanted to learn and have an opportunity,” Peppers said. That vision, to help give local young people the tools to succeed — both on the field and in life — was on display last week during the second annual football camp hosted by the coach’s family organization. The organization, JADSPEP, is a play on the first names of everyone in the Peppers family, including Peppers, his wife, Shawn, and their three children: Joshua, Ashanti and Daliyah. “The mission is to instill discipline, autonomy and self-determination in young boys in the neighborhood to prepare them on the field and off, so that they can be better citizens and lead the world,” Shawn said. The organization, she added, is also an extension of her husband’s long evolution as a coach, first with the Maywood Bucks football organization and then as an assistant coach at Proviso East before becoming the high school’s head varsity coach. Peppers was head coach from 2005 until 2010 before getting hired to the position again in 2020. “He’s always been a community guy, he wanted to see his children succeed,” said Shawn about her husband, who was a longtime Maywood Police officer before retiring a few years ago. Coach Peppers’ former players are perhaps the greatest testament to his linger-

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ing influence. During last week’s camp, held at Proviso East High School in Maywood from July 13 through July 16, former NFL safety and East football standout Sergio Brown mingled with camp participants, who ranged from 8 to 18 years old. Brown, who played in the league from 2010 to 2017, has known Peppers since the former’s Pop Warner days. Peppers also coached Brown at East. The two joined

well.” Shawn said Brown is among a crowded field of former Peppers players who are now thriving in life. “A lot of the young men that have played for him have gone on to be stock brokers, coaches, teachers, great parents and they’re just flourishing,” she said. “So that’s what he wants to bring back. “A lot of the young men I’ve raised come back and help — physically, mentally, spiritually and monetarily,” Coach Peppers said.

One of his former players, whom Peppers describes as a son, is Marcus Dunlop, a board member with Vora Capital, a New York City investment firm. “He grew up right on 7th and Washington and lost his dad at an early age,” Peppers said. “I was his Pop Warner coach. “His mom would let me know that he couldn’t show up until the second half of the game, because he had to go to church. So, I understood that and it was a beautiful thing.” Dunlop is one of the camp’s biggest sponsors, Peppers said, adding that other sponsors include Amazon, Cintas, Restore Construction, Leadez, Lakeshore Recycling Systems, Al McKinnor and Chicago’s Chicken Shack. Camp participants like Phachaus Coleman, 15, of Maywood, represent the next generation of proud Peppers players who have thrived on and off the field. “This is my first year attending,” Coleman said.” I signed up for the camp, because I played football last year and wanted

to get better. I am loving it so far. I love how my coaching staff runs the program and how everything is set up. I feel like I’m getting faster by doing parachutes.” If Coach Peppers has his way, Coleman will parachute into success beyond the gridiron. “For football to be the tool and opportunity to open other doors is priceless,” Peppers said. Michael Romain contributed to this report. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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Backyard Bonanza

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Saturday’s Forest Park Garden Walk showed off the splendor of gardeners’ backyards. You’ll have to use your imagination, but the colors were dazzling.

Forest Park Review, July 20, 2022

D91 CONTRACT

Pay raises but no strikes from page 1 for the new teachers will be set at $48,000 for the 2022-23 school year, $48,501 for the 2023-24 school year, and $49,007 for the 202425 and in 2025-26 school years. This comes as the national teacher shortage has grown more acute during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the November/December issue of the Illinois School Board Journal, the publication of the Illinois Association of School Boards, in 2020-21 school year, there were 6,200 vacant teaching and staff positions statewide. The article cited “inadequate compensation,” stressful conditions, lack of professional development and lack of support from the administration and the board as the culprits. Teachers already employed by the dis-

trict will get salary increases as well. In 2022-23 school year, teachers get flat $5,000 raises. In the 2023-24 and 2024-2025 school years, they will get 5-percent salary increases, and 4-percent salary increases for the 2025-26 school year. Aside from setting a maximum number of school days, the contract specifies that, out of the 187 days, 176 will be regular school days, four days will be allocated to professional development, two would be reserved for “principal-directed teacher collaboration” and five will be ‘emergency days.” Union President Meghan Binder told the Review that the cap codifies what has already been an informal practice. What did change was the number of full days set aside for teacher collaboration, where teachers would together to develop curricula. In the past, these planning sessions were held after school, which was “often difficult for teachers to plan for in terms of childcare and whatnot.” “We feel [having two full-service days]

will help both the teachers and the district have a more productive use of time for teacher collaboration,” Binder said. The contract also states that, during the term of the agreement, the union members “not to strike, not to participate in any work stoppage or slow down, and not to in any way engage in any concerted job action which would materially interfere with the operation or administration of the district.” A statement released by the school district quotes Binder as saying that the union was happy with how the negotiations turned out. “Our negotiation team is grateful that both parties were fully involved in the entire process and showed a good faith effort during the negotiations,” she stated. “Overall, we’re happy to have worked alongside the district to negotiate terms that will hopefully work to attract and retain highquality educators as we move forward into the next few years.” During the July 14 meeting, Superinten-

dent Vanessa Alvarez said contract negotiations started in April and ended June 13. The union ratified the contract on July 5. She said that she was grateful for the work the negotiating teams. “Our teachers deserve this raise,” she said. “They, now more than ever, need to be recognized for their hard work and dedication to our children and what they bring to our school, our families, and the community.” Board President Kyra Tyler said Alvarez deserved credit for the negotiations’ success as well. She said that she hoped that this would set the stage for equally fruitful negotiations in the future. “We finished on the night when there was a tornado, so we spent hours in the basement, but we worked through it,” Tyler said. “I think the whole district wins now that we have a plan moving forward for the next four years. We’re really excited to support our teachers, and we hope this is setting us up for continued progress down the road.”

District 91 appoints therapist to fill school board vacancy Al-Fuquan Brooks chosen from a pool of nine applicants By IGOR STUDENKOV Staff Reporter

Family therapist Al-Fuquan Brooks was appointed to Forest Park School District 91 Board of Education during the board’s July 14 meeting. He was chosen from the field of nine candidates to fill the vacancy created after board member L’erin Cross resigned on June 3. Brooks will serve until the April 2023 municipal election, where he will have an opportunity to run for the remaining two years of Cross’ term. According to the statement from the district, Brooks was chosen because of his professional experience, and the fact that he has two kids in the district, made him the best choice. According to a bio provided by the district, Brooks is a veteran and holds a master’s degree from LaSalle University in Philadelphia in clinical counseling psy-

D91 board president Kyra Tyler (right) swears in new board member Al-Fuquan Brooks on July 14. chology. He has lived in Forest Park for the past eight years. Brooks’ LinkedIn profile online states that his professional experience primarily revolves around providing therapy for children and couples. He offers trauma-focused couples and family therapy for active-duty service members and veterans at the Forest Park Vet Center, 1515 S. Harlem Ave. Brooks also has a private practice in Forest Park.

Since January 2022, he has been on the board of the Phoenix Clinic, a Chicago nonprofit that works to bring affordable therapy to those without access to mental health services. District 91 school board Vice President Shannon Wood and board Secretary Monique Cotton-Yancy reviewed the applications and interviewed the candidates. Because Cross served less than a year of her term, state law requires that the voters

get a chance to weigh in on who will hold the seat at next municipal election. Brooks will be able to run for the seat, but so will any other eligible candidates. During the July 14 meeting, board President Kyra Tyler said she appreciated the “number of qualified, talented applicants, which is really a real blessing.” “We are really excited that, in this strange time in our country, we are able to garner interest and excitement and passion,” she said. “People are willing to lend their time for what’s really important, I think – supporting our children.” After swearing in Brooks, Tyler said that his professional background “lends very beautifully to serving on a school board in this very interesting time in our country.” In his application, Brooks wrote that, watching Forest Park respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, he’s been impressed with the community’s resilience and he wanted to be more involved. “People often describe [Forest Park] as having ‘potential,’ but I think it has much more than that,” he wrote. “I see Forest Park as a resilient community whose population, needs and resources are changing very quickly in response to the pandemic and oncoming recession.”

Forest Park Review, July 20, 2022

A sense of urgency motivates Kina backers Forest Parkers talk about why they voted for Collins over Danny Davis By TOM HOLMES Contributing Reporter

“Sure,” said Forest Park resident Etta Worthington, “I have voted for Danny Davis in the past, but that was before Kina Collins.” When Kina Collins ran in the Democratic primary against Danny Davis in 2020, she received only 13.9% of the vote. Two years later Collins garnered an impressive 45.3% against the incumbent who has represented the 7th Illinois Congressional District for 14 terms — since 1997. Four Forest Parkers explained the remarkable surge. Urgency Betty Alzamora put it this way. “The district is long overdue for representation that leads with urgency on the issues that matter to our communities at its core.” “I can’t support our current representative who may have done great things years ago,” Worthington explained, “but seems strangely silent now on important issues. The fact is our congressman is not leading on core progressive issues.” “I’m an AOC girl myself,” Heather Vickery declared, a comment indicating the urgency felt by folks who vote for Collins. At a meet-and-greet/fundraiser held at O’Sullivan’s, Congressman Davis urged everyone present to be patient. Without naming his challenger in what was then the upcoming primary, he named many of the issues Collins was addressing but added, “It takes time. It takes a process. I’ve been working on these issues for years.” Just before the primary election, President Biden joined other establishment Democrats in endorsing Danny Davis. Kina Collins’ supporters, however, have run out of patience. Focus At the O’Sullivan’s event, Mayor Rory Hoskins explained why he has been a Danny Davis supporter for two decades saying, “I’m supporting Congressman Davis because I know him personally; I’ve known him 20 years. He’s very good to Forest Park in terms of money for streets, grants to help our fire department, in terms of other programs that help our village.” A week after the Highland Park mass shooting, Worthington said that Collins has a “clearer sense of what the district

needs,” adding, “she is addressinformed by the people she is ing issues in ways the incumelected to represent.” bent has not. She’s really talkCollins outraised Davis by ing about climate change and more than $150,000 and, acgun control. I can’t support our cording to Worthington, none current representative.” of it came from PACS. Energy A new report from the PeoSharon Bloyd-Peshkin, a ple’s Campaign Research Projprofessor of journalism at Coect confirms that Rep. Davis’ lumbia College, invited Collins re-election campaign is funded to be a guest speaker in a class with 73.4% of contributions she teaches called, “Defendcoming from corporate PACs. KINA COLLINS ing Democracy.” I brought her According to Worthington, in because students needed to Collins’ success in fundraising meet actual candidates to connect the idea is one sign she is gaining national recogniof voting to the reality of candidates, and I tion which has contributed to her surge at chose her because I thought she would inspire my students — and she did!” Vickery called Collins “gutsy and tenacious.” Betty Alzamora added, “I admire how Kina doesn’t rest on the laurels of her past achievements and instead is relentless in seeking out new and lasting solutions for the issues of our time, whether it is gun My name is Lachlan, and I am 11 years violence protections, health care, or ecoold. nomic justice, to name a few.” I am concerned about our country, in The incumbent, said Worthington, “apthat I do not often see people wearing pears to be just coasting. I know Collins masks or clear protection against COwill be there in Congress and will show up VID-19. to vote [unlike the incumbent]. Kina is a I would prefer if the U.S. government breath of fresh air. She is passionate, com(or any authoritative or influential figmitted, energetic and will fight for all conure) shared these and similar concerns, stituents in the district.” but unfortunately I am not so lucky. Legislative Experience I personally would quite like to have Everyone acknowledges that Collins a life, but for some reason the force that has experience working to reduce gun viois supposed to step in and do things in lence. In 2017, Kina founded the Chicago emergencies is currently imploding unNeighborhood Alliance, with the goal of der political division and inactivity to empowering activists to end gun violence care about COVID. in Chicago through civic engagement. So it is up to us to do what we can to Although Collins has not held an elected fight this pandemic, and at that task, we office, Vickery said, “I support Kina behave failed. So far. cause she has real experience writing and I strongly encourage you to do some passing bills, even as ‘just a resident.’” work helping people recover/protect Sarafina Chitika noted that “she co-authemselves from the coronavirus, and I thored House Bill 5544 in the Illinois Genhave provided a list of things that you eral Assembly, which created the Illinois Council on Women and Girls, and was able can do to help: to get it passed under a Republican gover■ Pressure the government to do evnor.” erything they can do: Campaign Funding • Ensure mask mandates “Kina will not be beholden to corporate • Buy and provide Omicron vacdonors or interests,” said Alzamora, “and cines, high quality (KF-94/N-95) will be visible and present at community meetings and the frontlines of change,

the polls. Immigration “As a first-generation American citizen and a woman of color,” said Alzamora, “I have long appreciated that Kina cares deeply about immigration justice. She believes we can reimagine and reinvent the system into one that is humane and compassionate, prioritizes social and economic investment in immigrants, and provides a pathway to citizenship for undocumented people. Kina takes a firm and unequivocal stand on immigration justice — and that has earned my trust and respect.”

L E T T E R

Stop pretending and do something masks and tests on as large a scale as possible • Improve COVID safety in federal and state buildings by installing COVID-killing UV lights and/or a better ventilation system ■ Donate money to trustworthy COVID charities (feel free to explore yourself): • www.hearttoheart.org • www.directrelief.org • www.nfid.org ■ Take safety measures if you haven’t already (if you are susceptible, please take extra precautions): • Wear a mask (KF-94/N-95) • Get you and your kid(s) (if you have any) vaccinated (if possible) • Get tested as much as possible/ you are comfortable with • In your house/any buildings you own, within reason and comfort, take the steps indicated earlier for federal and state buildings ■ Convince people to do any of the things listed above. Conclusion: Stop pretending COVID is over and do something.

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Forest Park Review, July 20, 2022

BIG WEEK

Friday At Hemingway’s Porch Concert With The Local Group Friday, July 22, 7-9 p.m., Hemingway Birthplace Museum This live concert, featuring the Local Group, will be playing familiar hits from various genres. 339 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park.

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Wednesday, July 20, 8:30 p.m., FitzGerald’s East Texas honky tonk country singer who has previously opened for Bob Seger. $20, 6615 Roosevelt Road., Berwyn.

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Neurographic Art With Youth Services Thursday, July 21, 4 - 5 p.m., Forest Park Public Library Neurographic art gives kids (8 and older) and teenagers a chance to connect with their feelings and distress. Raissa from Youth Services and Amy from Young Adult Services will be joining forces to lead the activity. 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park.

The Artwork Of Nick Bridge From now until the end of August, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Forest Park National Bank Nick Bridge grew up following in the footsteps of his father, an abstract expressionist painter. Although he eventually pursued a career in journalism, his talent for art never left him, His portraits of urban and pastoral scenes will adorn the walls of the bank all summer long. 7348 W. Madison, Forest Park.

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Thursday, July 21, 8:30 p.m., FitzGerald’s Cameron Webb and Elsa Latrice will be paying tribute to a longstanding rock & roll institution, as well as contemporaneous bands like The Who. $15 - 20, 6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn.

Outta Space Open Mic Thursday, July 21, 7:30 p.m., Outta Space Hosted by club owner Aaron Mitchell, all are welcome to sing, play, or just jam. Also a great place for performers with gigs to work on their act! All mics are sanitized between performers. 6840 32nd St., Berwyn.

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week before your news needs to be in the newspaper. ■ Send details to Wednesday Journal, 141 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, 60302 ■ Email calendar@wjinc.com

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C R I M E

USPS mail facility evacuates after bomb threat The United States Postal Service bulk mail processing facility at 7500 Roosevelt Rd. was evacuated after an employee reported spotting a possible live hand grenade. On July 12, at 8:33 a.m., one of the employees was unstacking the bins and reported seeing what looked like a hand grenade in a clear plastic bin. In keeping with the procedure, all employees evacuated the building and the Cook County bomb squad was called in. But when the postal inspectors arrived at the scene, it was determined that the hand grenade wasn’t live. The bomb squad call was canceled and the postal employees returned to the center.

Rowdy funeral The reports of a funeral for a gun violence victim sent police departments resulted in multiple reckless driving citations last week. The procession took place on July 15, traveling westbound on Jackson Boulevard before turning onto Desplaines Avenue at around 1:25 p.m. as it headed toward the Forest Home Cemetery, 863 Desplaines Ave. Vehicles reportedly swerved in and out of traffic to pass each other, and passengers were seen hanging out the windows. At several points, vehicles stopped and the mourners got out to dance in the middle of Jackson Boulevard and on top the vehicles. Forest Park police issued 24 citations for negligent driving. One of the cited vehicles, a white 2021 Land Rover, reportedly carried several AR-15 style rifles, but the vehicle fled on Harrison Avenue before it could be pulled over.

Thefts from fitness center A customer at the Planet Fitness, 7530 Roosevelt Rd., had his wallet stolen from a locked locker, in what was, according to an employee, the latest in the series of thefts. On July 11, at around 8:06 p.m., the victim left his belongings in the locker and secured it with a personal combination lock. At 9:16 p.m., he got a notification from his bank about a suspicious $526.90 transaction at a Target store. Concerned, the victim went back to the locker room and saw that the lock was removed, and his bag was missing. Employees subsequently found two bags, including the victim’s, left in the showers. The only thing that was missing from the victim’s bag was his wallet. Employees reportedly told police that there have been “approximately four” incidents of thefts from the lockers, usually bags being removed from the lockers. The police had no suspects at the time of the report.

Motor vehicle thefts Forest Park experienced multiple motor vehicle thefts over the past week along with several attempts. Most notably, several Kias were broken into during the same time period, though only one was stolen. A red 2012 Kia Sportage was stolen from the municipal parking lot at 1200 Marengo Ave. during the overnight hours of July 15-16. When the victim reported the theft, he discovered that the Oak Park Police Department had it towed after it was found to be left running and abandoned in the 900

block of Euclid Avenue. This was one of the several instances when a Kia had its steering column peeled – though this was the only incident where the vehicle was successfully stolen. A white 2017 Kia Sportage and a 2016 Kia Optima parked in the 100 block of Harlem Avenue had their passenger side and back window broken, respectively, and both had their steering columns peeled. Both incidents happened overnight on July 15-16. Sometime during the same time period, a light-blue 2007 Kia Sportage parked in the 900 block of Marengo Avenue was damaged the same way. Other vehicle thefts included a black 2007 BMW X5 Sedan, which was stolen from the 200 block of Marengo Avenue overnight on July 12-13 and a black 2020 Ford sedan, which was stolen from Thorntons gas station, 601 S. Harlem Ave., on July 15 at 8:13 a.m. The victim said she left her keys in the ignition of the vehicle, which she had rented from Hertz, as she made a quick visit to the

minimart. Hertz tracked the car to Chicago’s Fulton Market District neighborhood. These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Forest Park Police Department, July 11-17, 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 Igor Studenkov

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L E T T E R S

Dangerous paving equipment location We’re happy to see the paving on Harlem Avenue. Why the bulk of the Harlem/290 section was paved during morning rush hour, causing residents to drive around active machines, over hot asphalt, without someone directing traffic, is another matter. Why not do that at night? Lately the company doing the paving has parked their massive equipment extremely close to the intersection of Harlem and Harrison, adjacent to the U Haul store

there. It’s been like this for many days now. This causes the westbound lane to be more than 60% blocked so that cars turning off of Harlem nearly strike anyone at the intersection trying to turn left toward I-290. Eastbound Harrison is sort of down to 1.5 lanes at the moment. This is dangerous and inconvenient. I’m wondering why they aren’t on the Oak Park side near the Post Office where there’s a

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I’ve driven this area hundreds of times at this point but still made that mistake. What if there had been a car exiting the lot behind the equipment? This equipment should be immediately moved or a temporary flashing stop sign should be installed.

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“I am so excited to be back in Oak Park” states Speech. “I have been gone for 8 years, have been all over the world to places like Turkey, Italy, Germany, and Portugal and my heart still belongs to Oak Park.”

massive amount of space available along the street? Last night, my wife and I were returning from the city to our home. After turning onto Harrison, I accidentally blew the stop sign because all this equipment almost completely blocks the view of the sign. I was paying attention to avoiding the equipment so I did not see the other sign, located on the opposite side of the intersection.

of learning and helping kids thrive into successful, happy adults. “The vision came to me after becoming a mother, when I knew that I wanted to make higher education accessible, safe, and equitable for teenagers around the country, like my own, who were being undervalued in classrooms because of their race, gender, or socioeconomic background” states Dr. Ellis. Since its founding, Compass College Advisory’s services have helped 95% of their students be accepted into their topchoice colleges as well as saved families over $30 million through scholarship awards.

SYMONE SPEECH Executive Director

parent engagement, AfricanAmerican males in education, and college completion. She is a highly sought-after speaker and author of the best-selling book What to Know Before They Go: College Edition, which helps school leaders, counselors, mentors and parents/caregivers support teens toward higher education success. Dr. Pamela graduated from Stanford University and the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, and she earned a doctorate from the Stanford University School of Education. The creation of the company was driven by her two passions

PAMELA ELLIS MBA, PhD, The Education Doctor®, C.E.O.

With the first office being opened in Dayton, Ohio, the company’s success has allowed them to expand. In addition to the virtual services and resources the company provides, Dr. Pamela and the Compass College Advisory team have opened a new location, 1010 Lake St Suite 200, as a place for the company’s clients to receive

essay coaching, SAT/ACT prep, and counseling. This location will be run by Symone Speech. Symone will not only help Compass with the college recruiting process but she will be in charge of the NCAA recruiting process as well. As one of the top 100 recruits in the country in 2015, she was very heavily recruited by universities and fully understands the intensity of the process. “I remember having a really hard time with the college process” states Speech. “When I went to OPRF it would have been huge to have access to something like this. I think I would have enjoyed the process more and would not have been nearly as stressed out as I was. I really think Compass will thrive here and I can’t wait to start working with our students in our new home.” Symone’s college experience as well as time spent as a professional athlete overseas has made her an expert in this field. Not only will she be able to help your teen with managing the process when it comes to visits, calls, and making the best decision, she can also provide counseling when your teen is struggling mentally with things such as burn out, anxiety, and other mental stressors that can come with being a studentathlete.

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P R O P E R T Y

Oak Park home sells for $990,000

T R A N S F E R S

The following property transfers were reported by the Cook County Clerk from March 2022. Where addresses appear incomplete, for instance where a unit number appears missing, that information was not provided by the clerk.

OAK PARK ADDRESS

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1185 S Lombard Ave 1409 N Harlem Ave 951 Lake St 1116 Washington Blvd 155 S Oak Park Ave 344 N Kenilworth Ave 312 N East Ave 510 N East Ave 258 Washington Blvd 527 N Elmwood Ave 321 Home Ave 1104 S Humphrey Ave 1050 N Taylor Ave 934 Gunderson Ave 130 Le Moyne Pky 1140 S Oak Park Ave 746 Gunderson Ave 310 S Lombard Ave 111 S Taylor Ave 908 Wenonah Ave 523 Wesley Ave 943 N East Ave 428 S Grove Ave 1022 Wisconsin Ave 216 S Ridgeland Ave 833 Clinton Ave 822 N Cuyler Ave 935 Clarence Ave 1224 N Oak Park Ave 801 N Marion St 1123 Gunderson Ave 541 S Lyman Ave 1158 Wenonah Ave 949 Columbian Ave 615 S Lombard Ave 638 Gunderson Ave 1104 S Oak Park Ave

Unknown Unknown $71,370,000 $1,365,500 $1,085,000 $990,000 $924,000 $839,500 $800,000 $795,000 $712,500 $705,000 $705,000 $704,000 $695,000 $669,000 $620,000 $610,000 $599,000 $595,000 $592,000 $585,000 $575,000 $575,000 $560,000 $555,000 $555,000 $550,000 $550,000 $540,000 $535,000 $514,000 $500,000 $495,000 $481,000 $478,000 $470,000

Intercounty Judicial Sales Corp The Judicial Sales Corp Oak Pk Ps Ltd Ps Pmg 1116 Wash Llc Hm-Opbc Llc Gilmore Carl De Priest William Mann Bridgette C Tr Ropro 7 Llc 258 Washington St Giardina David Benak Robert Zebra Crew Prop Solutions Llc Plan Z Dev Llg El Dorado Consult Llc Nelsen Kathryn Lindsay M & C Home Designs Llc Ross Ellen M 310 S Lombard Llc Hartman Kim M Thierauf Jay E Deutsche Bk Natl Trust Co Tr Hugh Peter A Richert Wayne K Wolfe William A Tr Salazar Maria Rosa Moore Michael A Tr Trumbell Michael Montgomery Robert H Keovan Gollie Varkey Anita Pisani Danie W Hassler Daniel M Glavin Matthew Bostwick David E Richert Jeffrey C Greed Robert T Larson Annette Tr

Us Bk Trust Natl Assn Tr Us Bk Natl Assn Tr Pref Forest Pl Llc 1116 Washington Llc Rsm Star Llc Gilmore Helen Bare Bradley D Tr Purvis Michelle Alana Felfle Paul Richter Manual Bassett Jacqueline E Gansauer Christopher Flaugher William Jimenez Mark Pugh Joseph Michael Lafranco Frank Gruber Paige M Finnegan Kara L Logan Joshua Gee Richard Rezalla Anne Pilarski Kelly M Lane Connor Quinn Michael E An Seungwon Egger David Krieg Erie Torres Crispin Powell Charles G Iii Peipert John D Salinas Eric A Sorensen Marek Roy Callahan Sean P Buchner Zachary J Pickard Diana Castro Matthew Strachan Kathleen C

344 N. Kenilworth Ave., Oak Park

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640 S Euclid Ave 644 S Taylor Ave 34 Le Moyne Pky 300 Adams St 704 N Ridgeland Ave 1000 Home Ave 1131 Home Ave 435 S Taylor Ave 127 N Taylor Ave 532 Clarence Ave 1043 N Humphrey Ave 836 Wisconsin Ave 1027 Mapleton Ave 448 Berkshire St 812 N Lombard Ave 1177 S Euclid Ave 1152 S Grove Ave 1041 Chicago Ave 1015 Wisconsin Ave 829 S Maple Ave 1013 N Humphrey Ave 141 Francisco Ter 126 Wright Ln 617 S Humphrey Ave 620 S Cuyler Ave 130 Wright Ln 1164 S Harvey Ave 949 N Harvey Ave

$469,500 $465,000 $460,000 $460,000 $450,000 $445,000 $440,000 $440,000 $435,000 $430,000 $430,000 $419,500 $416,000 $415,000 $392,500 $389,000 $388,000 $387,500 $385,000 $365,000 $365,000 $365,000 $360,000 $355,000 $349,000 $344,000 $325,000 $325,000

Bone Meredith F Munoz Jairo Villalobos Latting Kelley M Duggan Christopher Michael Revel Prop Llc De Groot Johannes Gerardus Newman Charlotte Zaander Brian Charles Witt Nancy E Mullins Mark Haynes Joyce Timothy R Baker Mara J Claire Carol S Tr Acosta George A Stewart Felicia P Tr Teichen Marc B Hansen Kyle F Johnson Zachary Ebright Linda Howe De Olis Monica P Alvarado Honeybadgers Holdings Llc Basuel Christopher R Kircher Patrick K Hassler Daniel M Wood Joshua D Sallette Mare Northrup Susan W Extr La Susy Llc Sojoodi James Wilson Seth Stankevitz James H Dunn Delano Harris Daniel J Cao Yi Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 10815 Gratus Llc Oconnor Maureen Patricia Amey Mark P Castrejon Maria S Tinoco Elizabeth Hauser Chris Draves Jamin Verpil-Greer Johanne M Del Prado Anna Duram Cid Ryan Thomas Michael Romberg Amy E Gabbett Keith Tr Elliott Samantha Caswell Craig R Alexander Erik K Curran Eileen Redmond Tory Anderson Shawna L Fondow Grace Lyons Joseph P Hollenberg Anna R

See PROPERTY TRANSFERS on page 24

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P R O P E R T Y

T R A N S F E R S

Continued from page 11

OAK PARK

RIVER FOREST

ADDRESS

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ADDRESS

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401 S Grove Ave 915 S Highland Ave 815 N Harlem Ave 739 S Cuyler Ave 104 N Oak Park Ave 943 N Harvey Ave 221 N Kenilworth Ave 817 S Cuyler Ave 702 N Humphrey Ave 224 S Oak Park Ave 400 S Maple Ave 231 S Maple Ave 427 S Taylor Ave 318 -320 N Maple Ave 1217 N Harlem Ave 930 Ontario St 1021 Washington Blvd 440 S Maple Ave 644 Lake St 1030 S Lyman Ave 1025 Washington Blvd 1029 Washington Blvd 717 Washington Blvd 1027 Washington Blvd 248 S Marion St 419 S East Ave 344 N Austin Blvd 222 Washington Blvd 940 Washington Blvd 415 S Lombard Ave 929 S Oak Park Ave 511 N Humphrey Ave 109 S Elmwood Ave 1103 Washington Blvd 210 N Oak Park Ave 2 Le Moyne Pky

$320,000 $319,000 $300,000 $295,000 $290,000 $286,000 $271,000 $268,000 $247,500 $245,000 $235,000 $225,000 $220,000 $215,000 $209,000 $206,000 $205,000 $190,000 $185,000 $185,000 $180,000 $180,000 $177,500 $177,000 $168,000 $152,500 $148,500 $145,000 $140,000 $125,000 $115,000 $107,500 $102,000 $102,000 $98,500 $70,000

Krieg Eric Meacham Tamara Buddhiraju Manokiran Meagher Mark Jmpr Llc 2349 Cambridge Series Cusack Nancy R Tr Pederson Steven L Tr Us Bk Natl Assn Tr Pietrini Lauren R Extr Wakefield Donna S Weaver Jacqueline Romero Patricia D Price Daniel Zarlenga Jillian V Manderson Monique L Clauss Robert A Haroun Zubeir Londres Perla G Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 4192 Sunzere Frank Extr Brady Dorothy C Zdziarski-West Paula G Mushinsky Paige E Williams Ann E Tr Clark Abby M Cole Patricia Anderson Robert A Kerin Pascal Tr Herrington Nalana Howard Dorothy N Tr Abegunde Olufunmilayo B Swaggerly Elizabeth A Blissful Prop Llc- 109 S Elmwood Watkins Gay D Ho Lily Greene Debra J

Macoun Michael John Van Dyke William Roberts Alan Lin-Luse Michelle Steffen Jason Ramirez Mike Patel Sanjay Truong Joey Peralta Miguel Aviles Silver Kimberly A Klasen Kyle Lomax Maurice Honer Madison A Lapointe Nicholas Gijokola Eldion Waitkus Luke Hanneman Peter Smrt Steven Presmy Jennifer 1st Amer Investors Llc Saviday Prop Llc Isgor-Arsin Zeynep Roy Keith Corbert Erica Casillas Rocio Kumar Rajeev Schultz Gregory A Thompson Marc Spicer Samuel A Desarden Miriam E Alba Blanca E Sanchez Fredy Velasquez Fernando Alberto Reblora Cherry Ross Cynthia Joy Linear Dwain

942 William St 435 Williams St 7606 Vine St 512 Park Ave 335 Gale Ave 320 Lathrop Ave 7200 Greenfield St 435 Williams St 1539 Franklin Ave 1417 Bonnie Brae Pl 434 Clinton Pl 7320 Lake St 8009 Lake St 7429 North Ave

$600,000 $540,000 $532,000 $530,000 $507,000 $490,000 $460,000 $350,000 $235,000 $180,000 $173,500 $160,000 $157,000 $112,000

Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 8002345494 Hanley Sean M

RIVER FOREST 601 Franklin Ave 7227 Thomas St 1037 Bonnie Brae Pl 1139 Lathrop Ave 1330 Monroe Ave 1038 Forest Ave 1331 Jackson Ave 311 Gale Ave

Unknown Unknown Unknown $1,415,000 $1,347,500 $1,280,000 $860,000 $689,000

Intercounty Judicial Sales Corp Concordia Univ Concordia Univ Romans Christopher D Gadsby Jon R Valente Michael S Tr Rojas Mary Ann Tr Stephany Michael J

Us Bk Na Tr Bremen Prop Llc Chicago Prop Grp Llc Mensah Ekow K Tibrewala Anjan Tr Weston Tyler Melville-Gray Ryan James Ketcher Timothy J

Faherty Clare Tr Blumenthal Jordan Mrkvicka Michael J Boggess Thomas P Tr Zeidman Marian Hartley John Martin Extr Thornton Delmar E Genovese David B Najera Isabel Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 041544 Wulatin Kalyn Tr Sauvey Cheryl L Diab Mary

BUYER Martin David Tuzzalino Phillip Prah Amy M De Reu Hilary E Janulis Patrick F Janicek Katherine Welindt Richard Tage Jr Harkins Laura Pytel Liliya Howe-Ebright Linda Wulatin Kalyn Mamon Kurt Xhemo Aldi

FOREST PARK ADDRESS

PRICE

SELLER

BUYER

7500 Madison St 7436 Warren St 7428 Franklin St 1104 Hannah Ave 7428 Franklin St 1520 Hannah Ave 841 Dunlop Ave 215 Des Plaines Ave 937 Circle Ave 845 Marengo Ave 919 Dunlop Ave 631 Ferdinand Ave 1125 Troost Ave 812 Lathrop Ave 7235 Franklin St 909 Marengo Ave 1108 Lathrop Ave 232 Lathrop Ave 7737 Taylor St 1331 Marengo Ave 7230 Elgin Ave 1314 Marengo Ave 7314 Randolph St 140 Marengo Ave 7443 Washington St 1012 Marengo Ave 315 Des Plaines Ave 1133 Elgin Ave 7443 Washington St

$2,750,000 $701,000 $605,000 $605,000 $600,000 $600,000 $565,000 $540,000 $485,000 $440,000 $435,000 $390,000 $355,000 $350,000 $331,000 $326,000 $305,000 $299,000 $290,000 $289,000 $285,000 $235,000 $170,000 $167,500 $159,000 $125,000 $113,000 $110,000 $107,000

7500 Ind E Llc Survance Jeremy Tr Gordon Jones Llc 1104 Hannah Ave Llc Gordon Jones Llc 1540 Hannah Llc Borowska-Beszta Elzbieta Lathrop Holdings Llc Series C Oxley-Hase Sloan Tohtz Kristine L Tr 1415401 Healy Walter Witiandy Timothy C Tr Auld Rhoda F Lexicon Government Services Llc Burge Michael Clark Hunt Anthony Mchugh Brandon P Mtd Prop Grp Llc Stevens Edward M Patel Rashmikant K Bray William P Barsotti Aaron Zimmerman Betty F Tr Shalloo Marilyn B Tr Shah Vie Soto David Kanji Abdullah Crunch Const Co Arnold Maisha

Purely Cold Storage And Warehousing Llc Swearingen Stacey Syed Osmaan White Claybourne A Worth Jeremiah M Jendy Llc Malito Stephen Lew Blake Fields-Mcdowell Johnathan Troy Timothy James Crawford John Tello Hector Ramirez Kudla Jadwiga Graham Ariana Puentes Johnson Tobi Velicia Paton Laura El-Bey Zakar Ali Christopher Weaver Jacqueline Vanichachiva Janvit Quartz De Vera Grace Deguire Jesse A Sharon A Barsotti Trust Rotundo Cheryl Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 001180 Spanm Sharon J Herrera Jaqueline High Archie Anderson Consult Llc Horton Gloria J

Forest Park Review, July 20, 2022

O U R

OPINION

V I E W

Forest Park invests in teachers

s it moves into a moment of profound and essential change, the District 91 Forest Park Public Schools have resolved one foundational challenge by coming to generous terms with its faculty. A new and multi-year contract was ratified by an enthusiastic and large margin by teachers and unanimously OK’d by the school board. And why not? The raises over the three-year term of the contract are high. But as the district prepares to open classes this fall with one fewer school building, teachers realigned in the remaining buildings and uncertainty over future plans for building configurations the district’s dedicated faculty are rightly concerned. Will fewer teachers be needed in the future? How will enrichment classes be structured? Can the district attract the new teachers and aides it might need in a difficult hiring environment? We’ve been supportive of this school board and its new superintendent, Elizabeth Alvarez, as they have made a series of tough decisions. But declining enrollment in this small district had to be addressed. And now there will need to be progress — slow and steady works for us — on student achievement. We are not bound by the results of standardized testing. But all involved recognize that Forest Park elementary students are not learning at the levels they will need to find success going forward. These raises are possible because generous Forest Park taxpayers have invested without fail in these schools. There is money in the bank. But it is not endless and taxpayers will rightly become stingier if this shrinking district cannot find its direction, build momentum and spirit and grow into a mighty engine that helps to grow our village.

Reiger Park’s moment Credit the Park District of Forest Park for getting its ducks lined up in a row. This ambitious district negotiated with village government to take over the planning and operations of most of Forest Park’s long overlooked and underused “pocket parks.” Now the district, with the help of supportive local state legislators, has lined up an essential $400,000 grant from the state to invest in the plain and unconsidered Reiger Park at the corner of Circle Avenue and 16th St. The largest of the pocket parks, Reiger is of good size and had some popularity in the south Forest Park neighborhood. But it was never planned, its use never maximized. That changes now as the district has the money in hand, has a preliminary batch of options and is about to re-engage the neighborhood in how it wants the space to be used. We’d expect it will wind up as a combination of active recreation space and some elements of a passive park for quieter use. Construction should start in the spring of 2023. And then the fun begins.

I can’t stop this feeling, deep inside of me

nglish language doesn’t have a word that quite captures the feeling of anticipation, the feeling Winnie Pooh Bear explains, “Well, what I like best,” and then he had to stop and think. Because although eating honey was a very good thing to do, there was a moment just before you eat it which is even better, but he didn’t know what it was called.” The Inuit word, iktsuarport (eek-soowuhr-pohk) is that feeling. When one of my friends brought spray paint to her Catholic high school because she thought it would be cool to graffiti a wall, she spent the day in a state of iktsuarport. With her paint can tucked in her backpack, she imagined putting her plan into action when the opportunity came. Once the school programs ended and she was alone, she took her private rebellion to a stadium wall. Secretly, she boldly expressed her bad attitude, and wrote the first thing that came to her mind. Her name. Both her first and last name, in big black letters. When she was called in the next day by the principal, as she retells the story, she was shocked they knew it was her. Sidewalks too hold the names of people etched into them when their short-lived wet stage can be used to secure a moment in time and place. Under the viaduct on Desplaines is Claudia and Katie who marked their passage in 2002. Not far from them is Laura and Petek. Savana’s name and heart is on the 1400 block of Marengo with neighbors Justin and Niko. On the 800 block of Thomas is a notable historical footnote, a sidewalk block with about a dozen neighborhood names and another note. In big letters it says, “Watergate was big when Ben did this!” According to a CBS article from 2014 the sidewalk had a crack and was repaired in 1973 by Ben Curran, who lived on the block and laid the concrete. His wife suggested making a historical note, and they did.

When Rep. Jamie Raskin delivered closing remarks during the July 12 hearing of the House Select Committee Investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol Attack and said, “The Watergate break-in was like a Cub Scout meeting compared to this assault on our people and our institutions,” I thought about that sidewalk. While we do not have an English word that is equal to iktsuarport, we do have the word, demagogue. We use this to describe a political leader who seeks support by appealing to the desires, fears and prejudices of ordinary people rather than using rational argument and appealing to their better angels. Demagogue is the antithesis of our local Midwestern values. Locally, it is prized to think beyond one’s self and to consider others. In this case, the sidewalk scribblers considered future generations who might pass by. Courage, coupled with humility and an unselfish nature, are common values exhibited by our regional heroes, as seen in people like by Ray Nitschke, Joanne Winter, John Prine, Eugene Cernan, Greg Foster and Doc Rivers. Whenever our humble local values collide with a demagogue style of leadership, it creates friction. The cultural collision between those who value genuine gratitude, courageous humility, and consideration of others does not mix well with those who peddle fear, selective truths, authoritarianism, and disguise their pride through victimhood. I wonder if a crack in a sidewalk will be found in the coming months and a local will try to fix it, just as Ben did in 1973. Perhaps when they do, a message will be left for future generations to reflect on. I’ll savor my iktsuarport in the meantime and keep an eye out for that message.

JILL WAGNER

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Give me face-to-face over virtual anyday

’m not a phone person. I prefer face-to-face communication whenever possible. The modern fascination with electronic devices mystifies me. I’ve become accustomed to people staring down at their gadgets, though I still wince when they ignore their companions — especially when their companion is me. The worst excess is seeing parents playing with their phones instead of their kids. Is pushing a swing that boring? The greatest gift we can give our kids is our undivided attention. Plus, my wife and I suffered many kidrelated disasters because one of us was on the phone. I heard about a father who was supposed to be watching his son at the mall. The phone-distracted dad didn’t notice his boy climb a fence and enter the mini-train yard. The boy laid down on the tracks directly in the path of the kiddie-train. It ran over his legs, causing the train to derail. No one was seriously hurt but how do you explain the bruises to his mom? I would have bribed the kid’s silence with ice cream. I’m not alone in believing parents should put away their phones in the presence of

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their kids. Rachel Stafford is a recovering electronics-addict who publishes a blog, www. handsfreemama.com. Stafford came to the realization that texting, talking and playing games on her phone was coming between her and her two young daughters. Compulsively taking their picture was also causing her to “miss out on the moment.” To avoid missing more moments, Stafford proposes drastic measures. These include removing social media apps from the phone or putting the devices away in a drawer. The site also includes inspirational essays, like “The Art of Showing Up” and cautionary ones like “How to Miss a Childhood.” Not everyone believes being a hands-free mama is a good idea. One mother claimed to be so adept at multitasking that she can still keep an eye on her kids. Another told me these devices are necessary for getting directions and communicating with other parents. A third mentioned the phones have apps that keep kids quiet in restaurants. Personally, I’d rather interact with a kid than a phone. When our kids were toddlers, they were way more entertaining than any

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TV show. Now when I watch my grandsons, I don’t want us to be distracted by screens. I’d rather play cars, blocks and other threedimensional games with them. They are captivating and exhausting in equal measure. Of course, there are times they don’t want to play with their “papa.” They would prefer to curl up with their iPad. I don’t understand why they find this so entertaining. But if these had been around when I was a kid, I probably would never have left the house. I would have been a pale, sickly child instead of the third-string right-fielder. I don’t take phone calls when I’m on grandkid duty. I’m worried that the 1-yearold might get hurt if I’m not constantly vigilant. I also don’t read the news, check Facebook, or deal with emails. Those are off-duty pastimes. I know when to stop scrolling my phone when I realize, “I already read this depressing story” or “I already saw what so-and-so had for breakfast.” I’m finally comfortable with texting, but I’m not very adept at it. My fingers are pudgy, so I press the wrong keys. I haven’t learned to use my thumbs. I know many young people who can text as fast as they talk. Have you ever observed a group of them furiously texting each other, even though they’re in the same room? It’s enough to make you LOL.

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Summer at South Side Park The south-side park, which is now referred to by its proper name, Reiger Park, was a busy hub for local children in July 1975. Finger-painting, softball, line-ball, T-ball, volleyball, ping-pong and carrom pool were part of the recreation offerings in the summertime. This photo from the July 23, 1975 Forest Park Review features some of the locals posing at the top of the U.S. Lunar Lander Slide, which was on the playground.

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HELP WANTED • NETWORK SPECIALIST Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. DEFINITION To perform various network/system administration, computer support, and operational activities for the Village including computer system setup, configuration, and testing. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Reports directly to the Information Technology Services Director. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Essential duties and responsibilities 1. Ensure that best in class customer service is provided to both internal and external customers and also embrace, support, and promote the Village’s core values, beliefs and culture. 2. Configure, test, and deploy network systems, such as, firewalls, routers, switches, wireless equipment, network servers and storage arrays. 3. Configure, test, and deploy system servers, such as, file, print, Internet, e-mail, database, and application servers. 4. Configure, test, and monitor server and end-user systems for security, such as, user accounts, login scripts, file access privileges, and group policy management. 5. Configure, test, and deploy end-user systems, such as, workstations, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and software. 6. Test, configure, deploy, and support security systems, such as, facility access system, video & audio system. 7. Monitor and auditing of networks, systems, and user activities to ensure security and efficiency of systems. Create scripts and reports of detail activities for regular review. 8. Perform and participate in disaster recovery activities, such as, backup procedures, data recovery, and system recovery planning. 9. Assist end-users with computer problems or queries. Troubleshoot systems as needed and meet with users to analyze specific system needs. 10. Ensure the uniformity, reliability and security of system resources including network, hardware,

software and other forms of systems and data. 11. Prepare, create and update user/technical procedure documentations and provide computer training. 12. Assemble, test, and install network, telecommunication and data equipment and cabling. 13. Participate in research and recommendation of technology solutions. Other important responsibilities and duties 1. Train users in the area of existing, new or modified computer systems and procedures. 2. Participate in the preparation of various activity reports. 3. Travel and support remote facilities and partner agencies. 4. Operate, administer and manage the Village and Public Safety computer systems, including E-911 center, in-vehicle computer systems. 5. Prepare clear and logical reports and program documentation of procedures, processes, and configurations. 6. Complete projects on a timely and efficient manner. 7. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 8. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 9. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principals and procedures of computer systems, such as, data communication, hierarchical structure, backups, testing and critical analysis. Hardware and software configuration of. computers, servers and mobile devices, including computing environment of Windows Server and Desktop OS and applications, Unix/Linux OS, VMware, iOS/Android. Network protocols, security, configuration and administration, including firewalls, routers, switches and wireless technology. Cabling and wiring, including CAT5/6, fiber network, telephone, serial communication, termination, and punch-down. Telecommunications theory and technology, including VoiP, serial communication, wireless protocols, PBX, analog, fax, voicemail and auto-attendant. Principles and methods of computer programming, coding and testing, including power shell, command scripting, macros, and

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The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Animal Control Officer in the Health Department. This position will perform a variety of duties involved in enforcing Village ordinances governing the care and keeping of animals in the Village; and to impound, care for and assist with redemption of animals as appropriate. Applicants are encouraged to apply using the following link: https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/6141780.careers?ApplyToJob=218333253. For additional information on the position please visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http://www.oak-park.us/jobs. This position is open until filled.

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The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Parking Enforcement Officer in the Police Department Field Services Division. This position will perform a variety of duties and responsibilities involved in the enforcement of Village parking regulations; and to provide general information and assistance to the public. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http://www.oak-park.us/. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application.

SEASONAL FARMERS’ MARKET ASSISTANT

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Seasonal Farmers’ Market Assistant in the Health Department. This position will provide administrative support to the Farmers’ Market Manager to allow growers and producers of food to sell directly to the public within established guidelines. This position requires work in inclement weather conditions; some heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds; walking or standing for sustained periods of time. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at http://www.oakpark.us/jobs. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application. Open until filled.

PARK DISTRICT OF OAK PARK LANDSCAPE SPECIALIST The Park District of Oak Park is hiring a Part-time Landscape Specialist with an hourly pay rate of $15.00. To view the full job description and apply online please click the following link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4 /ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=66642 &clientkey=41D830018490 6117978771C10E755DC6

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE COORDINATOR

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator in the Health Department/Village Manager’s Office. This position will coordinate disaster response, crisis management and medical countermeasure dispensing/ distribution activities for the Village of Oak Park, provide disaster preparedness training, and prepare emergency plans and procedures for natural (e.g., floods, earthquakes), wartime, or technological (e.g., nuclear power plant emergencies, hazardous materials spills, biological releases) or disasters. This single class position is also responsible for the complex administrative duties required for state, federal and local response processes and grant management. 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. First review of applications will be August 5, 2022.

CROSSING GUARD

The Forest Park Police Department is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Crossing Guard. This position requires flexible hours during days when schools are in session. A background investigation and drug screening will be conducted prior to consideration for the position. Applications available at Village Hall, 517 Desplaines Avenue or on-line at www.forestpark.net and should be returned to Vanessa Moritz, HR Director, at Village Hall. For additional information, contact Dora Murphy at 708-615-6223 or write dmurphy@forestpark.net. Applications accepted until position is filled. EOE.

Orientation and written test is Sep. 17, 2022, 8 a.m. at Riverside Township, 27 Riverside Rd. Riverside, IL. Supply Management Specialist (Chicago, IL) Responsible for supply chain initiatives, incl vendor qualification & mgmt, procurement strategy & vendor negotiations; analyze data to generate demand planning & forecasting report to achieve efficient product & supply distribution; work w/ sales to dvlp strong sales & fin’l forecasts; manage inventory balance btwn customer demand, internal stock levels, & mfg capacity; negotiate the best prices, service, quality, & turnaround/delivery terms & apply strategic considerations to purchasing decisions; improve transportation & warehousing n/work to achieve the most cost-effective solutions, improve operational performance & on-time delivery rate. Bach deg in any major reqd. M-F, 40 hrs/ wk. Send resumes (by mail only) to Vedat Karacan, Cozy Inc, 1633 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614.

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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: Y22009340 on June 28, 2022 Under the Assumed Business Name of SHE SPEAKS THE WORD with the business located at: 318 N. SALEM AVE APT !A, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: SHE SPEAKS THE WORD, 318 N. SALEM AVE APT !A, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005

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Published in Wednesday Journal July 6, 13 & 20, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE OF COURT DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT COOK COUNTY. Request of Maylee Cruz Case Number 20224003032 There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Maylee Cruz to the new name of: Roxas Amajiki The court date will be held: On August 30, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at 1500 Maybrook Drive, Maywood, Cook County in Courtroom # 0112 Published in Forest Park Review July 6, 13 & 20, 2022

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: Y22009334 on June 24, 2022 Under the Assumed Business Name of HELPFUL TECH MEDIC with the business located at: 805 LAKE ST PMB 401, OAK PARK, IL 60301. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: MELVENA L SANDERS 805 LAKE ST PMB 401 OAK PARK, IL 60301, USA Published in Wednesday Journal July 6, 13, 20, 2022

STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT COOK COUNTY. Request of NYCHOLAS XAVIER DIAZ 2022CONC000964. There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: NYCHOLAS XAVIER DIAZ to the new name of: NYCHOLAS XAVIER RODRIGUEZ The court date will be held: On October 7, 2022 at 10:30am at Via ZOOM: Meeting ID: 958 9492 1843 Password: 226532 Cook County in Courtroom # 1707 Published in Wednesday Journal July 20, 27, August 3, 2022

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: YY22009347 on July 1, 2022 Under the Assumed Business Name of THE BALANCED MYSTIC with the business located at: 830 S. AUSTIN BLVD APT. 3J, OAK PARK, IL 60304. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: CRYSTOL MARIE DEJOHNETTE 830 S. AUSTIN BLVD APT. 3J OAK PARK, IL 60304, USA Published in Wednesday Journal July 13, 20, 27, 2022

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LEGAL NOTICE The Village of Oak Park --Office of the Village Engineer, 201 South Boulevard, Oak Park, Illinois 60302-- will receive electronic proposals until 10:00 a.m. on Thursday August 11, 2022 for Project: 22-6, Pavement Preservation Program. Bids will be received and accepted, and bid results posted via the online electronic bid service listed below. In general, the improvements will require the following construction: Asphalt surface patching, Fiber modified crackfilling, Maltene based Rejuvinating, microsurfacing, thermoplastic pavement marking, and all appurtenant work thereto. The work will take place in various locations throughout the Village of Oak Park. Plans and proposal forms may be obtained via the electronic service starting on Thursday July 21st, at 4:00 p.m. Plans and proposal forms can be found at https://www.oak-park.us/yourgovernment/budget-purchasing/ requests-proposals or at www. questcdn.com under login using QuestCDN number 8258129 for a non-refundable charge of $30.00. The Village of Oak Park reserves the right to issue plans and specifications only to those contractors deemed qualified. No bid documents will be issued after 4:00 p.m. on the working day preceding the date of bid opening. The work to be performed pursuant to this Proposal is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/0.01 et seq. THE VILLAGE OF OAK PARK Bill McKenna Village Engineer Published in Wednesday Journal July 20, 2022

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LEGAL NOTICE proposal forms can be found at The Village of Oak Park --Office https://www.oak-park.us/yourof the Village Engineer, 201 South government/budget-purchasing/ Boulevard, Oak Park, Illinois requests-proposals or at www. 60302-- will receive electronic questcdn.com under login using proposals until 10:00 a.m. on QuestCDN number 8258128 Thursday August 11, 2022 for Project: 22-3, Sidewalk for a non-refundable charge of Improvement Program. Bids $30.00. The Village of Oak Park will be received and accepted, reserves the right to issue plans and bid results posted via the and specifications only to those online electronic bid service listed contractors deemed qualified. below. In general, this contract No bid documents will be issued includes sidewalk angle-cutting, after 4:00 p.m. on the working day removal and replacement of preceding the date of bid opening. public sidewalk, parkway and This project is financed with carrage walks, combination curb local Village funds and federal and gutter, driveways, and PCC Community Development Block basecourse; pavement adjacent Grant (CDBG) funds and thus to curbs, adjustment of drainage is subject to all federal rules, structures, buffalo boxes and regulations and guidelines, all appurtenant work thereto. including Davis-Bacon and Sidewalk sequencing during Related Acts, Section 3, and Equal the work and adherence to the Opportunity requirements. Locally completion date is of emphasis for funded phases of the project are this project as outlined in the plans subject to the Illinois Prevailing and proposal forms. Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/0.01 et Plans and proposal forms may seq. be obtained via the electronic THE VILLAGE OF OAK PARK service starting on Thursday Bill McKenna July 21st, at 4:00 p.m. Plans and Village Engineer Published in Wednesday Journal, July 20, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICE Legal Notice State of Illinois County of Cook PUBLIC NOTICE ID HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing on the adoption of the proposed Annual Budget and Appropriations Ordinance of the Park District of Forest Park, County of Cook, Illinois for the ﬁscal year beginning May 1, 2022 and ending April 30, 2023 will be held at the Administration Building, 7501 Harrison Street, Forest Park, IL 60130 on July 28, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. Jackie Iovinelli Park District Board Secretary Dated this July 18, 2022 Published in the Forest Park Review July 20, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICE Attention CASMIERA SMITH & EXETER FINANCE, you are the last indicated owner or lienholder on ﬁle with Illinois Secretary Of State. Our records show, your 2015, DODGE, DART with the following VIN 1C3CDFBB9FD241810 was towed to our facility. The current amount due & owing is $1965.00. If payment is not received within 30 days, Nobs Towing Inc. will intent to enforce a mechanic’s lien pursuant to Chapter 770 ILCS 50/3. Sale of the aforementioned vehicle will take place at 1510 Hannah, Forest Park, IL, 60130 on 8/26/2022. Published in Forest Park Review July 20, 2022

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purchasing/requests-proposals or at www.questcdn.com under login using QuestCDN number 8258702 for a non-refundable charge of $30.00. The Village of Oak Park reserves the right to issue plans and specifications only to those contractors deemed qualified. No bid documents will be issued after 4:00 p.m. on the working day preceding the date of bid opening. All prospective bidders must prove they are pre-qualified by the Illinois Department of Transportation by providing a certificate of eligibility to the Engineering Division at which time a password will be issued for access to the online bid documents. The work to be performed pursuant to this Proposal is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/0.01 et seq. THE VILLAGE OF OAK PARK Bill McKenna Village Engineer

Published in Wednesday Journal, July 20, 2022

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING On Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 9:00 a.m., a meeting conducted by Brookfield-LaGrange Park School District 95 will be taking place at S.E. Gross Middle School, 3524 Maple Ave. in Brookfield, in the 2nd Floor Conference room. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss the District’s plans for providing special education services to students (who reside within the boundaries of Brookfield-LaGrange Park School District #95) with disabilities who attend private and home-schools within the District for the 2022-2023 school year. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting, please contact Dean Pappas, Director of Student Services, at 708-588-8863 or dpappas@ district95.org Published in RB Landmark July 20, 2022

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: Y22009380 on July 12, 2022 Under the Assumed Business Name of SHABBYFLY with the business located at: 738 HIGHLAND AVE, OAK PARK, IL 60304. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: KAREEM PRICE 738 HIGHLAND AVE OAK PARK, IL 60304, USA Published in Wednesday Journal July 20, 27, August 3, 2022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TVC FUNDING IV, LLC; Plaintiff, vs. NETWORK CONNECTION, LLC; BOBBY JONES; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 20 CH 2792 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-08-104-004-0000. Commonly known as 53 Chicago Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 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 The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. F19120231 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3197556

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MILLENNIUM TRUST COMPANY, LLC AS CUSTODIAN FBO PRIME MERIDIAN NPL, LLC; Plaintiff, vs. 52ND AVE., LLC - 841 LOMBARD LLC, AN ILLINOIS LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY; FOSTER CHAMBERS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 21 CH 4618 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-05-303-023-0000. Commonly known as 841 N. LOMBARD 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 Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 3571125. 21-02137 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3197560

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ELMWOOD PARK Beautifully maintained brick 2-flat. Nicely updated. Fantastic 50’ x 125’ lot with a lovely fenced yard. 4 BR, 2 BA ...............................................$435,000 Tagger O’Brien • 708-456-6400

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INC., REALTOR THIS TWO STORY HOME was gutted down to the walls and totally 337 MARENGO rebuilt from within. New 1" water OPEN HOUSE service plus all new copper water SAT. 3-6PM lines running throughout the whole house. Three and a half brand new custom tiled bathrooms with walk in showers and custom glass partitions. An open concept living room/dining room/kitchen. High end Bosch stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, custom backsplash, premier SiteLine cabinetry including designer panels and a built in pantry. Two beautiful mud rooms with custom woodwork, one in front and one in the back of the house. Four bedrooms, ample closet space, walk in closets, en suite for main bedroom. Brand new 4 inch oak flooring on second and first floor. Top of the line Marvin windows. Closed cell and open cell spray foam insulation throughout entire home. All new 200 amp panel and wiring throughout the whole house. New french drains, weeping walls, and sump pump. New premium Navien tankless water heater. Brand new high efficiency Trane furnace and A/C plus all new ductwork. Brand new Hardie board siding over the entire structure. Brand new custom built porches on front of home and porch off kitchen. Primary bedroom has a private deck as well. Top it all off with a brand new asphalt shingle roof! Prime location next to downtown Forest Park mom and pop shops, restaurants, Starbucks, and Chipotle. This home is right in the heart of town with easy access to the Eisenhower expressway and blue and green line "L" stops................................................................................................. $699,000

7444 Adams St Forest Park Cozy and affordable one bedroom in the heart of Forest Park! This is an extremely cozy unit in a wonderful building. Just one block South of bustling Madison Street restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. This condo is also just three blocks from the blue line "L" stop. As you walk into the front door you enter the living room which has the open layout to the recently rehabbed kitchen. The bedroom is large enough for a king sized bed. There are hardwood floors throughout the entire unit. All the trim, cabinetry, and flooring are in wonderful shape. In unit laundry in the kitchen makes this unit a must have for anyone in the market! No parking for this building, but village lot is a half block walk. ........................................................................................................................................ $99,500

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No Glove Nationals 2022

ON THE COVER: Thunder’s Dominic Stacey fires the ball back to the infield during a game against Dynasty during the 2021 No Glove Nationals hosted by the Park District of Forest Park. ALEX ROGALS/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

CONTENTS CONTENT No clowning around when Circus comes to town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B4 Hall of Famer ponders future of Chicago’s game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B7 Softball is all in the family for Russ clan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B8 Winner/Loser Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B10-B11 Signature a favorite to win 2022 tourney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B14 Hall of Fame induction ceremony set for July 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B17

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e are thrilled once again to be hosting the 16-Inch No Glove Softball Tournament this year! After the year off in 2020, we were so excited to see everyone last year and we look forward to another successful event this year. Once again, the teams are very excited to be invited to this prestigious tournament. Maintaining that standard continues to be a priority. Our staff are working extremely hard to continue to accomplish our normal success with this event. We faced a few challenges this year with supply shortages and price increases, but our goal is to maintain lower fees with the highest of standards at this event. We are also very excited to welcome back our committed volunteers and new volunteers. Staff shortages are something most are facing. We are fortunate to have so many wonderful volunteers who make this event a success. Along with committed volunteers, our staff put this weekend aside, always looking forward to helping. Thank you to all who help make this event what it is! Working for this wonderful community and providing the greatest tournament is an honor. We cannot wait to see everyone come out this year. Look forward to great softball, good food and great company on the best softball fields! See you in The Park!

Jackie Iovinelli, executive director/co-tournament director Park District of Forest Park

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The 2021 No Gloves champion looks for repeat performance By JOHN RICE

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here’s been a major shift in the game of softball, which is why Kevin Duff started Circus in 2019. In “old-school” softball, teams played games almost every weeknight and competed in tournaments on the weekends. Duff used to play a similar schedule for Signature, winning the No Gloves tournament three times. But now that he has three children under the age of 5, he wants to spend more time with his family. Circus plays just one night a week. “The old contingent gets mad about a lack of commitment,” Duff said. “But we want to formulate a different lifestyle.” Like several players on the team, Duff coaches his kid’s teams. Players also involve their families with the games. “It’s like a circus,” Duff said of the atmosphere. “We do our best to be there for the

games. Then we think, ‘We’re here, we might as well win.’” That’s exactly what happened at last year’s heart-pounding No Gloves tournament. Circus was down five runs to Flash in the seventh Inning. They came back with six runs in the final frame to beat Flash and advanced to the championship games. They lost the first one but won the next two to take the title. Not bad for a team that was only in its fourth year of existence. “I have a very deep appreciation for the game,” said Duff, who plays second base and bats second. He grew up in the Oak Park area and learned the game from his Hall of Fame father, Tom Duff. One of his proudest moments came when he played alongside his dad. “I want to play with my son someday,” he said. When he was with Signature, Duff was playing about 100 games per season. “Signature was up there with the 45’s. We finished in second and third place until we finally broke See CIRCUS on page B6

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through.” Signature went on to win the No Gloves tournament three times. “The Saturday night games are the key,” Duff said. “They are biggest games of the No Gloves. You’re under the lights with the biggest crowds. The pressure is on. You’re one bad hop away from ruining your whole weekend.” Duff ’s teammate, Tim Koronkowski, has great memories of last year’s No Gloves. He also has some painful ones. On Friday night, the shortstop was fielding a grounder when he broke a finger on his left hand. “A teammate pulled it back into position,” Koronkowski said. “I was in a different zone for the tournament. I was running on adrenaline and Busch Light.” The broken finger didn’t keep Koronkowski from hitting a two-run homer during the championship series. Video of the homer was posted on the Slow-Pitch Softball Association Facebook page. It’s

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Hall of Famer ponders future of Chicago’s game Mark Frighetto’s softball career included seven No Gloves titles

which is no easy feat in a game where the bases are only 60 feet apart. “It was the best ever when the runner was coming to get you,” he said. “The game was more serious and intense back then.” Frighetto still plays softball in a 65-andover league in Elk Grove Village. He noted By JOHN RICE that the suburb has become a “mecca for Contributing Reporter older softball players.” He also faithfully attends the No Gloves tournament every ud North was a softball team for year. the ages, with more than 10 play“It’s fun to see the people you played for ers inducted into the 16-Inch Softand against,” Frighetto said. “It was even ball Hall of Fame. They were a bigger 20 years ago. There was a big Northpowerhouse in the 1980s, winning South rivalry. Kudos to the park district the No Gloves tournament in and Forest Park businesses for 1987, 1988 and 1989 -- the first putting on such a great tournasoftball team to three-peat. ment.” The team consisted of mostly He is especially grateful that players from the North Side, the park district donated a forwhile the Whips were the South mer gas station that was transSide power. Their manager, Bud formed into the Hall of Fame O’Malley, is being inducted into Museum. As a board member, the Hall of Fame this year. he is trying to instill the same Mark Frighetto, 67, was passion he feels about softball a longtime member of Bud in younger members. North. He has played in the No “The best softball players MARK FRIGHETTO Gloves numerous times. are in their 30s and 40s. Guys “We won the No Gloves seven Hall of Fame board member in their 20s are not playing the times over a span of four degame,” he said. “The challenge cades,” Frighetto said. “In 1987, is to keep the game going.” I was the No Gloves MVP.” DePaul University has a Not bad for a scrappy singles “Welcome to Chicago” class hitter. He was still playing mafor freshmen that includes a jor softball in his late 50s, when 16-inch softball clinic at The his team “put him out to pasPark. For the past 10 years, Hall ture” in 2007. of Fame members have demonstrated the Frighetto grew up on the North Side sport to the students. of Chicago and attended Lane Tech High “When they first see a Clincher, they School when it was still an all-boys instituwonder ‘What is this?’” Frighetto said. tion. He liked Lane Tech so much, he con“They learn the ball is very hard at the betinued to attend it after his family moved to ginning of the game.” Edison Park. Frighetto believes the future of the sport “I took three busses to get to school,” he lies in conducting clinics and other joint said. ventures like the DePaul partnership. He Part of the attraction was playing on also noted that co-ed softball is increasthe baseball team. Frighetto played second ingly popular. base and helped Lane Tech become city “We’ll take whatever comes,” he said. champs in 1972. He went on to play baseIn the meantime, he is dedicated to keepball at the University of Illinois. In 1977, ing the Hall of Fame financially sound and Frighetto switched to playing short center is thankful for their rent-free museum. in softball. The glory days of Bud North may be “I batted toward the bottom of the order passed but the game endures. To quote Hall and I was primarily a defensive player,” of Fame member George Bliss, “Play softFrighetto said. ball, it’s the greatest game in America!” His specialty was turning double plays,

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Softball is all in the family for Russ clan Randy Russ reflects on the sport in that’s ‘in our family’s blood’ By JOHN RICE

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he Russ family is steeped in softball. Bob Russ Sr. is in the 16-Inch Softball Hall of Fame. His sons, Randy and Bob, Jr., also have plaques. Randy’s nephew, Ryan Russ, plays left field for Flashback. “We’ll be there for the induction ceremony,” said Randy Russ, 54, “Our whole family loves coming to the tournament. It’s like a reunion.” The No Gloves tournament is an annual reunion for players and spectators alike. For four days, they gather at The Park. There are former teammates and rivals and plenty of kids. “When I was 10-11 years old,” Russ re-

called, “I was shagging flies before the games.” Before starting his softball career, Russ played baseball at Lewis University during the late 1980s. One season, he was named NCAA Division II Player of the Year. “I played shortstop and batted leadoff. I got the party started,” he said. After he made the adjustment to softball, Russ became a left fielder. “All the little fast guys played the outfield. I played on the Splinters, Lettuce and Licorice,” Russ said. “It was the same core of players with different sponsors. I had different weapons, offensively and defensively. I was a cutter but I could also drive the ball.” Russ became good friends with one of the sponsors, Mike North. The sports radio personality was instrumental in getting Chicago public high schools to make 16inch softball a varsity sport. Russ grew up on the Northwest Side of Chicago and played softball in the alley. “If you hit it into a yard, you were out,”

Retired 16-inch softball legend Randy Russ outside of Wrigley Field on Chicago’s North Side. He grew up on the city’s Northwest Side and learned to play softball in the usual fashion – in the alley.

Randy Russ (center) with his sons, Randy and Ricky

he said. “Older guys taught us how to play. Hall of Famers taught us how to win.” Win they did, as Russ’ teams captured several No Gloves titles. “We used to play two, three times per week,” Russ said. “The millennials don’t want to play in league games. … I don’t regret a day of it. I met my wife, Kelly, at a park at Addison and Cicero. She played for a team called the Lushes.” The couple recently celebrated their 23rd anniversary. They went on to have two boys and a girl. “Sports keeps them out of trouble,” Russ said. “I quit softball to coach my sons on a traveling baseball team.” His daughter is on a traveling soccer team. Russ’ boys went on to play baseball for Notre Dame High School. Russ recalled making the transition from hard ball to softball, and he’s witnessed celebrities struggle to hit the 16-inch softball in charity games.

“I played with Michael Jordan, Brian Urlacher and Carlton Fisk. Fisk couldn’t hit it out of the infield,” Russ said. Russ was recently involved in another charity event, the 8th Annual Papa Hops Tourney, featuring 36 teams along with thousands of spectators at a packed Kennedy Park on July 8. The tournament is a fundraiser for the Tom Hopkins Foundation, which supports families battling cancer. The tournament is played in one day and the championship game took place close to midnight. Russ sometimes hears that 16-inch softball is a dying sport. It’s mostly Chicago’s game, so out-of-state strangers are startled by the size of the ball. Russ refuses to believe the game is on its last legs. Tournaments like the Papa Hops and the No Gloves restore his faith in the future of the game. “Softball is in our family’s blood,” Russ said. “We’ve made a lot of close friendships. It’s a big part of our lives.”

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2021 HIGHLIGHTS The 2021 No Glove Nationals brought the crowds back out to The Park after a year's hiatus due to COVID-19. Clockwise from top left, Thunder third baseman Anthony Stacey fields a throw during a game against Chicago Dynasty; the 45's Billy Petrick smacks a fly ball during a game against Hexx; Adam Hoss, the first baseman of the 45's, prepares to record an out as Hexx's Jim Moretti tries to beat the throw; Hexx second baseman Billy Steiner catches a pop fly in short right field.

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Signature a favorite to win 2022 tourney Team enters No Gloves with a 30-8 record By JOHN RICE

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at Caputo, 70, has had a long illustrious career in softball. The 16-Inch Softball Hall of Fame pitcher is the current manager of Signature, one of the favorites to win the No Gloves Tournament this year. Caputo has already won the No Gloves five times, while playing for top teams like Licorice, Traffic and Windy City. This season, Signature has won 30 games while losing only eight. Caputo grew up in Bellwood and started playing softball in a church league in 1969. “Bellwood is a great place to live,” Caputo said. It’s also a great place to work. Caputo has only had two jobs in his life. Working at a liquor store on St. Charles Road and working for the village of Bellwood. He now lives in Elmhurst.

When he wasn’t working, Caputo was pitching. He pitched for the Rockers, who won the No Gloves in 1998. “I wasn’t the greatest hitter,” Caputo confessed, “but I played good defense.” He continued to play until 2010, when he suffered two torn rotator cuffs. Now, besides managing Signature, he runs the Melrose Park softball league. “All the big teams play in Melrose Park,” Caputo said. They also compete in the Forest Park league. “The No Gloves is the ultimate tournament,” Caputo said, “Many players have never won it. But the big crowds make it a

once in a lifetime experience.” This year, Signature has a bye for the first round and will play their first game on Friday evening. Signature Limousine is owned by Sal Milazzo, who is a big sponsor of 16inch softball. Caputo is in his 11th year of running the team. Many softball teams are sponsored by bars, which is where teams go after their games. “We use limos instead of going to bars,” Caputo said. Besides his involvement with the No Gloves, Caputo is a board member for the Slow-Pitch Softball Association. As a member of the SSA, he runs softball tourna-

ments. The SSA is hosting a Glove Nationals in Joliet this year. Caputo’s teams have won the national tournament many times, but he is partial to the Forest Park tournament. “Everyone remembers who won the No Gloves,” Caputo said.

‘Get to Sunday’ Spencer Mahoney, 29, is one of softball’s up-and-coming stars. He plays shortstop for Signature and bats second in the lineup. Mahoney didn’t start playing softball until last summer. This year will be his second opportunity to win the No Gloves tournament. “Our goal is to get to Sunday,” Mahoney said. Mahoney may be a newcomer to softball but he has been playing baseball since he was 5 years old. He grew up in LaGrange

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up with it,” he said. Mahoney played in the No Gloves tournament last year. “It was very different with the level of energy -- the way the park district workers keep the fields in shape, the ‘human fence’ of spectators on Sunday,” he said. Mahoney’s day job as a strength and conditioning coach keeps him in shape for softball. He likes Signature’s chances in the No Gloves tournament. “We have some previous No Gloves winners on the team,” Mahoney said. “We’re in much better position to win this year.”

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Former Rockers stalwart gets call to Hall of Fame Greg Ziegler is retired from softball now, but he played short center for the Rockers during their heyday. He also batted in the top five of their lineup. Zeigler recalled the Rockers – the team Pat Caputo pitched for and won No Gloves in 1998 -- winning the No Gloves tournament in the early 1990s. He was named MVP of the tournament. Ziegler played softball from age 17-40 and the bulk of that time was with the Rockers. “The No Gloves is the best tournament in softball,” he said. Ziegler is originally from Berwyn. After high school he spent two years in the Atlanta Braves minor league system as a right-handed pitcher. He made the adjustment from hardball to softball and became a power hitter. Ziegler’s playing credentials were good enough to earn him a plaque in the 16-Inch Softball Hall of Fame. He will inducted on July 26. After his playing days ended, Ziegler devoted himself to coaching his son’s traveling baseball team and his daughter’s soccer team. “My son is a center fielder for Michigan State,” he said. “My daughter played Division II soccer.” Like many children of former players, they also enjoy softball.

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Hall of Fame induction ceremony set for July 26 Effort to recruit younger, more diverse players to help lead By JOHN RICE

Contributing Reporter

aul J. Rowan was elected president of the 16-Inch Softball Hall of Fame in December 2021 and is serving a three-year term. He is looking forward to the Annual Inductee Day on Tuesday, July 26. The ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. and the unveiling of plaques will be at 5:30 p.m. Seven players, six teams and one manager are among those being inducted. Following the awards, the legends game will begin at 6 p.m. The three-inning exhibition will be followed by the No Gloves play-in games. Two teams will square off at 8 p.m. for a shot at qualifying for the No Gloves. The winner will play a second game at 9:15 to secure a tournament berth. The Hall of Fame Museum will be open and stay open throughout the tournament. Rowan noted that the Hall of Fame is a nonprofit organization. “My responsibilities include continuing to raise funds to preserve the game and keeping up the museum,” he said. “I also want to expand the game to more city parks. We need to get the game to the African American and Hispanic communities.” Rowan is pleased that there are more Black members of the board, which includes the newest one, Kendall “P-Funk” Greene. “We also need more women and Hispanics on the board,” he said. Each board member takes their turn at manning the museum on Saturdays, in addition to raising funds for the Hall of Fame. “We’re forming an Ambassador Board to promote the Hall of Fame,” Rowan said. “We’re recruiting younger members, who can relate to the younger players.” A case in point would be one of the newest members, Jeremy Lofrano. He becomes the youngest board member at the age of 42. “My goal is leave a good board in place for the next president,” said Rowan. Rowan grew up in the Beverly neighbor-

hood of Chicago and started playing softball in eighth grade. He went on to Mount Carmel High School, where he played football. After graduation, he continued to play at Kennedy Park, the site of the recent Papa Hops Tournament. “I started the Ringers in 1983 and played for the next 20 years,” Rowan said. “We played league games five days a week and in tournaments on the weekends.” Rowan played short center and batted toward the bottom of the lineup. “I was a better defensive player than offensive,” he said. “I’m not very fast.” Rowan organized his first tournament in 1985 and has been running tournaments ever since. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame as an organizer in 2005. He later was inducted in 2014 as a member of the Ringers. In 2008, Rowan retired from playing softball, after receiving his second hip replacement. Rowan is not seeing teams stick together as long as his old Ringers team. “Teams prefer to play in their park leagues,” he said. “There are not as many major teams now.” He is seeing more women playing softball and noted there were close to a dozen co-ed tournaments this season. There has been an increase in tournaments across the country, including in California, Arizona and Iowa. In 2019, there were 51 tournaments nationwide. In 2022, there were 76 tournaments. This is an encouraging sign that the game is growing. More and more Americans are embracing 16-inch softball outside the Chicago area. “Softball has stayed at the same level in Chicago,” Rowan said. “It’s already in the CPS schools, but we need to expand to the Catholic League. We want tournaments for younger players. We need to get young kids interested at an early age. South Side softball remains strong. The parks are filled on summer nights. “The No Gloves is still the premier tournament for major teams. We also have three, four teams from Iowa coming in. The game is growing there. It’s not enticing when the same four, five teams dominate the No Gloves.” Rowan is pleased that this year there are no clear-cut favorites.

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