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WESTMONT – Police have arrested and charged a 21-year-old Woodridge man for allegedly forcing his way into the apartment of an elderly woman before sexually assaulting and robbing her. Tevin Rainey, 21, whose last known address is in Woodridge, faces a slew of charges, Tevin including aggravated Rainey criminal sexual assault and armed robbery, according to the office of DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin. About 5 a.m. Jan. 1, Rainey allegedly gained entrance into the apartment of the victim – who is more than 85 years old – in the 1100 block of South Williams Street, police said. Rainey then allegedly forced the woman onto a bed where he sexually
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An investigation led by Westmont police with assistance from the Woodridge Police Department and the DuPage County Crime Lab led to Rainey, who was found to already be in police custody on unrelated charges. “The Westmont Police Department has worked very hard to bring a quick resolution to this case to reassure our residents that they live in a safe community,” Westmont Police Chief Tom Mulhearn said in a release. “Hopefully these charges will bring justice and some closure to the victim. As the case progresses, we will continue to work closely with the state’s attorney’s office to secure a conviction on these charges.” Rainey also was charged with home invasion and aggravated kidnapping in the Jan. 1 incident, the state’s attorney’s office said. His bond was set at $5 million and is awaiting his next court appearance Feb. 10 in front of Judge Daniel Guerin.
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aschier@shawmedia.com WESTMONT – It’s been far from business as usual for downtown Westmont stores in recent months, as a local group has organized a series of cash mobs. The events consist of a number of customers patronizing a randomly selected shop at once – with each person spending at least $10 – in order to give the business a boost. “It was amazing and surprising and really nice,” said Jenny Maison, owner of Blue Beaker, which was the first Westmont store to see a cash mob back in November of 2014.
For information about the Westmont Renaissance Alliance’s next cash mob, contact the organization at 630-2967448 or info@westmontrenaissancealliance.org or visit its Facebook page at http://shawurl.com/1p0p. Maison said the event made for a high-traffic day. With more than twice the normal amount of business the shop sees, it even exceeded the numbers the store experienced on Small Business Saturday while simultane-
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ously drawing new customers. “It’s kind of gained momentum,” cash mob coordinator Bob Plowman said. “It doesn’t take much to make a change.” Plowman is a member of the Westmont Renaissance Alliance, a resident organization dedicated to promoting downtown. He learned about the cash mob concept online and has worked to incorporate it into the community. Since visiting Blue Beaker, cash mobs have come to Westmont Floral in December and, most recently, to Pleasantville Resale on Saturday. Plowman hopes the events will spark
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an interest in the downtown and help residents discover what local businesses have to offer – something Maison said is critical to those shops’ survival. “You have to continue to shop the stores,” she said. Westmont Floral owner Theresa Graventi, who has worked at the family business 64 years and owned it almost four decades, said with much of the shop’s transactions taking place online, walk-in customers have become an increasingly rare and welcome sight. For Graventi, the cash mob was a reminder the community knows and values her store. “That was wonderful,” she said.
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Ethel Elza of Westmont shops Saturday at Pleasantville Resale in downtown Westmont. A local group has organized a series of cash mobs, which patronize Westmont stores.
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ing nominations for its 2014 community awards, according to a news release from the organization. WESTMONT – Westmont police are Nominations are being sought for: Dick seeking the public’s help after a robber Busse Business of the Year, Educator of the escaped during an incident during the Year, Public Safety Officer of the Year and weekend, according to a department the Westmont Community Improvement news release. Officers responded about 5 p.m. Sunday Award. Forms are available at the village hall, Park to the 100 block of West Ogden Avenue, District, train station and the chamber offrom which the thief fled on foot, the fice, or online at http://shawurl.com/1p0k. release stated, stealing about $275. Nominations are due at 4 p.m. Feb. 6 to The suspect was a white man wearing the chamber, 1 S. Cass Ave. black clothing with a black ski mask and sunglasses, according to the release. He stood between 5 feet 10 inches and 6 feet D-60 scheduling appointments 1 inch tall and weighed 150 to 170 pounds. for preschool screening WESTMONT – Maercker School District The occurrence remains under investigation. Anyone with information regard- 60 is scheduling appointments for its free preschool screening Feb. 9, according to ing the crime is asked to contact the a district news release. department anonymously via the crime The purpose of the screening is to tip hotline at 630-981-6310 or by emailidentify students whom may need further ing chiefofpolice@westmont.il.gov. evaluation and be eligible for district services. The screening is for children Nominations sought for experiencing difficulty in cognitive develWestmont community awards WESTMONT – The Westmont Chamber of opment, speech and language, gross and fine motor skills, and vision and hearing. Commerce and Tourism Bureau is seek-
Parents concerned about their child’s development should call special services at 630-515-4863 before Sunday to schedule an appointment. The next screening will be April 28.
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Robert Sayad, 81, 18W036 Holly Ave., Darien, was charged about 7:20 p.m. Jan. 21 with driving under the influence of alcohol and improper lane use in the 200 block of East 55th Street.
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Tashawn Knight, 19, 2830 75th Court, Elmwood Park, was charged about 2:50 a.m. Jan. 25 with trespassing in the zero block of East Chicago Avenue.
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Susan Johnson, 34, 16W705 Mockingbird Lane, Unit 205, Willowbrook, was charged about 11:15 a.m. Jan. 25 with driving with a suspended license in the 6300 block of South Cass Avenue.
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GLEN ELLYN – College of DuPage President Robert Breuder has announced he will retire, effective March 31, 2016. The Board of Trustees accepted his retirement Jan. 22 by a 6-1 vote, with Vice Chairwoman Kathy Hamilton voting against the acceptance. The board also is scheduled to address the contract during a special meeting today. As part of his retirement, the college will pay Breuder a lump sum of $762,867.77, according to new board-approved contract provisions. Board documents also state Breuder will help the college select its next president and that the Homeland Security Education Center will be named after Breuder. Breuder’s contract originally ran through June 30, 2019. Breuder did not respond to media questions after the board’s meeting Jan. 22, but in a news release from the college he said he’s planning to help the board move forward. “Between now and then I will continue to help ensure our college
Watchdogs and For The Good of Illinois claim the meeting was called in response to a lawsuit the two organizations intended to file alleging an Open Meetings Act violation Jan. 22. At the Jan. 22 meeting, Board Chairwoman Erin Birt said the board was informed in April 2014 that Breuder intended to retire.
WHEATON – State Rep. Jeanne Ives, R-Wheaton, announced Friday in a news release that she will ask the Illinois Auditor General to audit the College of DuPage after the school announced a large buyout for its president. Ives’ announcement comes after the college made public that President Robert Breuder would retire March 31, 2016, three years before his contract was set to expire. At a meeting Jan. 22, the Board of Trustees voted 6-1 to approve an amendment to Breuder’s contract that would allow him to retire in 2016. The contract includes severance pay totaling $762,867.77, which will be given to Breuder as a lump sum. Additionally, the school’s Homeland Security Education Center will be named after him. Breuder’s contract originally ran through June 30, 2019.
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Members of the College of DuPage board approve the retirement plan of President Robert Breuder during a Jan. 22 meeting. Erica Benson ebenson @shawmedia.com
remains well positioned for the future,” he said in a letter to the board announcing his retirement. According to a statement from the college announcing tonight’s special meeting, the trustees are voting “to clarify a procedural motion” regarding Breuder’s contract. College spokesman Joe Moore declined to provide further details. Watchdog groups Edgar County
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Scholars Community High School (West Chicago) Jacob Urban Academic Achievements: National Honor Society; President Senior Year; Foreign Language Honor Society; High Honor Roll; FBLA Impromptu Speaking Regional Champion; FBLA Battle of Chapters State Qualiier; FBLA Impromptu Speaking - 6th Place State; Honorable Mention from Northern Illinois Scholastic Press Association; Illinois Journalism Education Association’s Contest - Best News Writing - 2nd place; VFW Voice of Democracy Scholarship Recipient; Blue Ribbon Award in Mathematics; Illinois Personal Finance Challenge State Runner-Up 2014; LifeSmarts State Champion 2014; LifeSmarts National Qualiier 2014 School Activities: Student Council (Secretary sophomore year, Treasurer junior year, President senior year); DuPage Valley Conference Leadership Conference; Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) (President, senior year). National Honor Society (President, senior year); LifeSmarts (Captain, junior and senior year); School Board Student Representative; Student Athlete Leadership Team (co-founder and facilitator, junior and senior year); Tennis (Captain junior and senior year, member 4 years); Golf (Captain senior year, member 4 years); Wildcat Chronicle (columnist sophomore and junior year; Creative Writing Club Member; Student Council Member; Philosophy Club Member; Student Ambassador; President’s Club Member; Distinguished Alumni Committee Member Community Service: Volunteers at a local park district in various capacities including at community events, fundraisers and at the grand opening of a new facility; Volunteers at a local church; Volunteered on two political campaigns Nominated by Chris Lukas, Candi Fikis, Nick Kempski, Teachers/Student Council Sponsors: “Jacob has done a tremendous job of leading our council the irst half of the 2014-2015 school year. His ability to lead the way during our irst ever Hoopscoming Week was impressive. Getting numerous students involved to create video announcements about the events associated with the week was innovative and a great model for what future student leaders should do in order to promote our school and encourage as many as possible to get involved. This year’s Hoopscoming Dance had 450 students in attendance. An incredible number considering this is a dance that typically does not run due to low participation. Jacob has done an incredible job of balancing the academic and extracurricular life as a student. Beyond Student Council, Jacob also leads the way in F.B.L.A., played golf in the fall and will wrap up his sports career in the spring as a member of the tennis team. Regardless of where Jacob decides to continue his education in the fall, his investment in the classroom, extracurricular activities and sports at CHS will be dificult shoes to ill in the future.”
Downers Grove North High School Zachary Dayon Christensen Academic Achievements: Honor Roll for 7 semesters; National Merit Commended Student; Class Rank 3/491 (Top 1%); ACT score 35; Academic Letter Recipient; Trojan Pride Winner; Spanish Honor Society; AP Scholar with Distinction School Activities: 8th Place 4x800 team 2014 State Track meet; 2nd Place Team Cross Country IHSA Cross Country State Meet; Varsity Cross Country (Captain - 2014 Season); Varsity Track (Captain - 2015 Season); J Kyle Braid Member Sophomore to Senior Year; Co-Founder of ELITE Program; Link Crew/Positively North Stars Leader; Class Board; Sophomore Leadership Conference; Sons of the American Revolution Award; IHSA All State Academic Nominee; Adventist Hospital iBody Medical Camp Community Service: Youth Community Foundation; Spring into Action; Link Crew/Positively North Stars; Tutoring in Chemistry, Statistics, Calculus; Bell Ringing for Red Cross; Feed My Starving Children Nominated by Nicole Gibson, Counselor: “Zac has made a signiicant contribution to Downers Grove North High School both in and outside of the classroom. Always kind and respectful, Zac strives to make decisions that are consistent with his high level of integrity and character. This is exhibited by Zac’s commitment to academia and to cross-country. Last summer Zac attended a medical camp at one of the local hospitals where he immersed himself in the inner workings of a hospital including following nurses on their rounds, sitting in on surgeries, and watching an open heart surgery being streamed-live. When Zac makes the decision to commit to something, he gives it 100% of his energy, focus, and passion. This is demonstrated through Zac’s involvement with the Men’s Cross Country Team and Track Team. As Team Captain for both Cross Country and Track, Zac has helped to lead his teammates to several State inishes and is proud to be part of a group(s) where team members hold each other to the highest of standards. Zac is truly deserving of being a Suburban Life Scholar.”
Benet Academy Johan Widmann Academic Achievements: Member of our National Honor Society; Received 1st Honors by earning a cumulative GPA of 92% or above every semester School Activities: Member of the Varsity Soccer Team; Member of our nationally ranked (2015 National Champions!!) Chess Team Community Service: Various service work through National Honor Society; Founder of Goals4All, an organization that collects used sporting equipment from schools then distributes the goods to impoverished schools in Guatemala Nominated by Kendall Hayes, College Counselor: “Johan Widmann is a remarkable young man. He is truly one of the most innovative, compassionate and selless individuals that I have had the pleasure of working with over the last 12 years. In the 7th grade, Johan was cleaning out a closet in his basement that housed all of his old sporting equipment. As he was sorting and organizing, choosing what to keep, donate or pitch, an idea was hatched. A brilliant idea to donate his old gear to those in need. As the wheels kept turning, Johan decided to reach out to some local schools to see if they had any old equipment that they’d like to unload. Low and behold, after his irst outreach attempts Johan accumulated over 800 pieces of athletic gear to
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Downers Grove South High School Crystal Panganiban Academic Achievements: High Honor Roll for the past 6 Semester; Currently has a 4.17 GPA; Social Studies Department Recognition; World Languages Department Recognition; English Department Recognition; Scholastic Art Gold Key Award; Scholastic Art Silver Key Award School Activities: Peer Leaders; Mustang Way Student Leaders; OnKore (Hip-Hop Dance Club) -Student Leader for 2 Years; Women’s Empowerment/C.H.A.N.G.E. -Student Leader for 2 Years; Cultures In Alliance; Photo Club -President/Co-Vice for 2 Years; President’s Council/West Suburban Conference Leader; Student Activities and Athletics Leadership Team (SAALT); P.E. Leade; Fine Arts Jewelry Aide; Fine Arts Photography Aide; Multi-Needs Aide; World Languages Spanish Aide Community Service: Noah’s Hope 5K Run; The Polar Express in Downtown Downers Grove; Service projects/community service events with church youth group; Volunteer at the West Suburban Food Pantry; School aid during my lunch and free periods Nominated by Tiffany Rojszyk, School Counselor: “Diligent, motivated and personable, Crystal is truly one of a kind! She is the type of person that after your irst interaction with her, you know you just met someone that stands out amongst her peers. Her passionate and approachable nature is rare and I have been privileged to be able to work with her as her school counselor. Crystal has certainly made her mark at DGS and we have been so lucky to have her be a part of so many programs. She really stands out as a leader in every opportunity she pursues. Crystal will be a future asset to teachers, students and community members and she will be greatly missed at DGS!”
Addison Trail High School Jennyfer Puebla Nominated by Dani Brink, Director of Community Relations: “Puebla is a wonderful young woman, who has worked incredibly hard in the years I have known her,” said Sabrina Macek, Addison Trail English teacher. “She is a student who is mature beyond her years, and her honesty and work ethic leave an impression on everyone she meets.” Addison Trail social studies teacher Mark Olson said it has been a pleasure to teach Puebla. “It has been such a joy to see the growth both in and out of the classroom with Puebla,” Olson said. “She became a beacon within the class
St. Francis Teresa Foral Academic Achievements: Honor Roll; Spanish National Honor Society; Student of the Month for Religion and Enlgish; IMEA Solo and and Ensemble Contest Perfect Score; IMEA Solo and Ensemble Contest Best in Room School Activities: First Trombone for Jazz Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Music Ensemble, Marching Band, Pep Band; JV Soccer; Set Crew for Theater; Crew or Pit Band for Theater Productions; Usher and Lector for school liturgical services Community Service: Vacation Bible School instructor for Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church; Seasoned Smiles Counselor; Altar Server; Baked cookies for PADS/Hesed House; Soccer Referee Nominated by Trudy Rigny, Director of Guidance: “Tessa is an exceptional student and an accomplished musician. She is a great analytical thinker and problem solver. Highly perceptive and insightful, she can see trends and connections other students miss. A terriic class leader and participant, she is constantly engaged and thinks well on her feet. Tessa also possesses a great moral compass. She shows compassion to all and will help any student who needs it. She wants everyone to be successful. Tessa has a passion for music and has proven to be a stellar performer in our band program. She is also a person of faith who is very active in her church. Teresa is truly a wonderful young woman and the perfect candidate for Suburban Life Scholars.”
Wheaton Academy Christopher Wagner Academic Achievements: Honor Roll; Citizenship Award School Activities: Project LEAD; Student Council; Furnace Company (Improv and Dance Team); Theater; Basketball; Teachers’ Aide Community Service: Puente Del Pueblo (local church ministry); Community Fine Arts Camp; Project Least (global needs awareness); Active church involvement and outreach Nominated by Dan Crabtree, College Counselor: “Christopher is an active, inquisitive, highly engaged student in a strong college prep curriculum. The things that stand out most, however, are his energy, leadership, school spirit, integrity, humility, and a geniune heart to serve others. It is indeed a pleasure to nominate Christopher for Suburban Life Scholars.” (Jennyfer Puebla cont’d) room, challenged norms, debated issues at a high level of thoughtfulness and grew into a mature young lady.” “I have my story map built of what I want in my life,” she said. “I hope to get where I want to be – to helping people and to be kind. That’s what I’ve learned – kindness goes a long way.” Puebla plans to attend Western Illinois University and to pursue a career as an ultrasound technician.”
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Watch the video To view videos of College of DuPage Board of Trustees Chairwoman Erin Birt and Vice Chairwoman Kathy Hamilton weighing in on Breuder’s retirement, visit http://shawurl.com/1osq. “We now have an institution that is a desired institution to come to, not an institution of second choice,” she said. Breuder has been the college’s president since 2009. He previously served as president at the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, Penn., and Harper College in Palatine. During his time at College of DuPage, Breuder helped pass a $168 million referendum, establish 70 new programs and complete $550 million in campus improvements, according to a college news release. The school and Breuder have been in the spotlight during the past six months, starting with an email that leaked in July. The email from Breud-
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College of DuPage Faculty Association President Glenn Hansen said Monday there are “several concerns” about the buyout the Board of Trustees accepted for Breuder. “No one else at the college gets an incentive to retire early,” said Hansen, who is a photography professor. The amount of money Breuder will make between his $762,000 severance payment and his salary between now and his retirement is close to $1.3 million. That money, Hansen said, could be used to fund 91 two-year, full-ride scholarships. “We would prefer to see him gone now,” Hansen said. “If you’re buying him out, he’s leaving the college this January.” The Faculty Association voted no confidence in Breuder in September and since then have not heard from any trustees about the vote. Part of Breuder’s buyout allows him to assist in the search for the next president, which Hansen said is particularly troubling. “In light of our vote of no confidence, we see that as problematic,” he said.
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information about buyouts. She filed similar legislation last year that would Continued from page 5 require a contract be placed online at least 14 days prior to a vote. “By forcing these deals to be published Ives said she will request the Auditor General look at state money provid- ahead of time, elected officials who are ed to the college from the 2011 to 2014 not acting in the taxpayers’ best interests can be held accountable before detrimenfiscal years. “I was sickened to learn about the tal contracts are signed,” Ives said. College spokesman Joe Moore said golden parachute deal that was offered to Dr. Breuder,” Ives said in the release. the school had not seen Ives’ announceThe details of the buyout were not ment and had no comment on it. made public prior to the meeting, with trustees citing that it was a confidential personnel matter. Ives said she intends to file legislation that would force public insti630-368-1144 tutions to provide greater access to
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Hamilton had strong words regarding the severance payment Breuder will receive. She spoke during public comment, calling the lump sum a “wanton betrayal” of the college. She felt the board should dismiss Breuder for the public fallout that arose in recent months. “I say no to the golden parachute,” Hamilton said. “And yes to getting rid of Breuder.” She also took issue with how the process of Breuder’s retirement approval was handled. “I think the board did a bad job of not including the community,” Hamilton said. Birt said the documents were confidential and not to be distributed until after board approval. For The Good of Illinois Founder Adam Andrzejewski wanted the college to conduct a full-cost study of the severance pay to determine how it could be used. “We need clarity on whether or not the lump sum will count as pensionable salary,” he said. “If so, Breuder’s pension will rival his current working salary.” Trustee Kim Savage was pleased with the retirement plan and said Breuder has done a lot of good work for the college.
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er to board trustees addressed freeing up $20 million the state set aside for building demolition at the college. In the email, Breuder suggested finding options that would be “politically attractive” to the governor’s office, such as constructing a teaching and learning center with the money. The governor’s office responded to the leaked email by saying it would not provide the $20 million. There was substantial fallout as a result of the email. In August, the board voted 5-2 to censure Hamilton for “inappropriate and embarrassing conduct” when she misled the public about the email, according to the censure resolution. The college Faculty Association in September voted no confidence in Breuder – an action the board has not publicly addressed. In October, For The Good of Illinois claimed the school was hiding $95 million from trustees using imprest payments, which are less than $15,000 and do not require board review. A recent audit by Crowe Horwath LLP gave the college a clean bill of financial health. The board voted unanimously not to audit the imprest payments. In December, the board voted to approve an audit of the college radio station, despite its prior acknowledgment of the potential that fraud had taken place there a year earlier. In a statement released last week,
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Share memories with younger generations As we age, many of us like to look back at events that occurred during our younger years. We like to reminisce, make connections with past experiences, and reflect upon friendships and relationships. Reminiscing allows us to sort out and pull together events and achieve a sense of purpose and continuity. It is important to share our COMMUNITY life story with family. It enVOICE ables us to connect with them Hanna on a uniquely personal level. Benioff By talking about our parents and grandparents or recalling experiences from throughout our lifetime, we make family history come alive for our children, grandchildren and future generations. Revealing our inner lives, sharing painful and humorous moments, discussing family patterns and roots, we help create an intimate sense of unity and pride in the family’s heritage. Our family also may find an interesting perspective about changes in the world we have witnessed over time. There are numerous ways for sharing memories and creating a family legacy: • Discussing the idea of memory sharing with family members and inviting them to join you for several “family history sessions.” This can be done as a group or on a one-on-one basis. • Compiling a book of reminiscences that include letters, photos, recipes, poems, stories and diaries. Review them with family members and put them in an album for future generations. • Sharing special memories with a grandchild by recording them in an album and presenting it to him or her on a special occasion. • Assembling a photo album by collecting old pictures you have saved over the years. Together with family members, identify and write captions for each of the photos and assemble them in an album. • Emphasizing family traditions transmits a cultural heritage and creates a sense of continuity. Does your family celebrate holidays with traditional foods or costumes? Are there specific heirlooms such as antique silverware, dishes or tablecloths used for special occasions? Does your family enjoy particular games, songs or dances on certain holidays? Pass your special and unique cultural heritage on by recording them for your family. Taking time to create your family legacy with such activities can bring families closer together and assure that these memories live with future generations.
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Westmont School District 201 will bring a scaled-back facility improvement referendum to the April election ballot.
This one goes out to the Westmont voters who stay engaged in the decisions being made in the community. Westmont School District 201 will bring a scaled-back facility improvement plan to the April election ballot. This version of the plan comes with a reduced price tag from the referendum voters shot down in November. Now it’s the residents’ turn to again get educated about the issue and make an informed decision at the polls. We look forward to finding out who the next Westmont Citizen of the Year will be. The award is designed to honor a resident who demonstrated exemplary volunteerism and community service during the past year. For information on how to nominate someone before the Feb. 20 deadline, contact the Westmont Chamber of Commerce at lforssberg@westmont.il.gov or 630-960-5553. David Good, managing editor dgood@shawmedia.com 630-427-6270
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I would like to respond to what I saw today about ridiculous complaints. People I live in Westmont, on North Park Street, are mad that snow is left on their driveways. When you’ve had 2.5 feet of snow just south of Ogden Avenue. There is a and had back surgery and you can’t get it [person] who continues to feed geese, Canada geese – they’re just overrunning shoveled, can’t get in or out of your driveway, that’s not a ridiculous complaint. the neighborhood, and I just think it’s awful. I don’t think it’s right, and I think Sounding off about Sound Off it’s disgusting because these geese are I enjoy the Sound Off column. I like obviously not starving. … They’re wild people sounding off, expressing their animals; just leave them alone. You are not contributing to their welfare. You are feelings, giving their opinions. I’m even for expanding the column space. That’s disturbing the neighborhood. me, sounding off.
go east on Ogden [Avenue]. I guess you have to live here to understand this issue. This is regarding the [Interstate] 355 underpass, which divides Lisle and Downers Grove on Hitchcock Road. The area underneath [Interstate] 355 in the right-of-way walk areas and so forth in there has debris, garbage, old cans, landscaping debris, cups, so on and so forth, old fast food bags. Consistently, it’s been like that for a long time. Only periodically, does – I believe – the village of Downers Grove clean that up. I believe that’s village of Downers Grove’s jurisdiction. That’s their area, not Lisle’s, but Downers Grove. And it’s a terrible, terrible eyesore. It looks like somewhere in downtown Detroit, not downtown, on the outskirts of the city. It looks terrible. Periodically, at least twice a week, someone should go through there and clean it up.
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Again, we have College of DuPage in the news and the stupidity of the Board of Trustees continues (except for one lone wolf who has integrity). What in the world are the trustees thinking? With the “no confidence” vote that was overwhelming, the trustees see fit to award [Robert] Breuder $762,000 in severance? Don’t the trustees have any backbone? The man should have been fired, not rewarded. There has been nothing but tension in the college since he arrived. Most of the faculty and students would love to see this man walked out in handcuffs instead of with money bags. It is also time the public did its homework before an election. There are seven trustees that should also be shown to the door. Wake up people!
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I have been a Westmont resident for 10 years. During that time, Westmont has spent about $1 million on mosquito abatement. In these very pages, Westmont’s own village manager was quoted as saying that treating for mosquitoes (spraying, etc.) was “about as effective as trying to shoot a mosquito with a BB gun.” Indeed, other neighboring communities with much higher per-capita education and income, do not treat for mosquitoes. I would ask Westmont leadership, yet again, please not to spend another $75,000 to $100,000 on mosquito abatement. If you really feel compelled to do something about mosquitoes, equally as effective, go to the local department store and buy a BB gun for $39.99. We, the taxpayers, will be thankful.
so naïve and can’t understand their only duty is a fiduciary one to taxpayers and students. [Robert] Breuder has clearly worked in his personal best interest, but why is the board so willing and helpful to allow it? Put their hats on, move them in the back room and replace them all, except Hamilton.
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OBITUARIES PATRICIA ANN AREHART Patricia Ann Arehart, known to most as Aunt Pat, died in her home in Downers Grove, IL, on January 15, 2015. Born in Indiana, the family moved to Illinois in 1969 where she had lived ever since. Her first job at age 13, was on a local farm where she began a varied journey of careers in animal car (both domestic and exotic), event planning, non profit arts management, warehousing distribution, and most recently, property maintenance and garden arts. She was most proud of having mid-wifed a pig and nine piglets and giving a bubble bath to a Black Bear who loved her home baked blueberry pies (to whom she fed by hand). Aunt Pat was an avid reader, cyclist, puppeteer,greeting card designer, antique treasure hunter and a devotee of home repair and decorating. In short she was happiest left alone all day with the right set of tools and a long list of chores. Pat was preceded in death by grandparents, Arthur and Lulu Arehart and Rampo and Svetanka Pavloff; and eldest brother, Robert Arehart. Survived by devoted parents, Bob and Daisy Arehart; brothers, Chuck and Rich Arehart; sister in law, Mary. Dear auntie & uncles, Lil and Erv Sajdera, Felix Pavloff, Bruce Arehart and Luvena; and a bazillion cousins. Steadfast friends, Cheryl Dragel, Jerry Hansen, Sylvia Castle, Larry Bast, Connie Hawkins, and Vito and Siciliano, and families. Loyal neighbors past and present, of the Greater 4800 Block of Forest Avenue, Downers Grove. Flowers are great so plant more perennials! Donations made to growingpower.org, and The Amish Descendants Scholarship Fund. Internment Private.
MARY R. BECKER Mary Roberta “Bobbie” Becker, nee Ray, age 92. Beloved wife of the late Ewald “Eddie” Becker; loving mother of JoAnne (Charles) Randolph, Jill Elizabeth Portner and the late Jeanne Becker; cherished grandmother of Mike (Andrea) Miller, Carol Jean Miller, Patty (John) Drawbaugh, Donna (John ) Wolgamuth, Travis (Adriana) Randolph, Adam (Camelia) Randolph, Jessica, Kyle, Andrew and Tanner Portner; dearest greatgrandmother of 15; dear sister of Leonard Ray and Sharon Barileau. Visitation was Friday, January 23, 2015. Funeral was Saturday, January 24, from Adams-
RALPH E. BOROWIAK Dr. Ralph E. Borowiak, age 69, of Downers Grove, passed away January 23, 2015. Beloved husband of Susan. Loving father of Scott (Marcia) Borowiak and Kimberly (Robert) Steere. Adoring grandfather of Colin, Connor, Mason, Carson and Dawson. Dear brother of Edwin (Donna) Borowiak and Carol Hall. Dr. Borowiak was a professional educator, serving the administrations of Morton East, Morton West and Maine South High Schools. A memorial service was held Tuesday, January 27th at the First Congregational Church of Western Springs. Interment at Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery was private. Memorials in Dr. Borowiak's name may be made to the West Suburban Humane Society, World Wildlife Foundation or Wounded Warrior Project. Hallowell & James Funeral Home assisting the family 630-964-6500.
HOMER J. BRETHAUER, JR. Homer J. Brethauer Jr., age 86, of Downers Grove, engineer, businessman, golfer and world traveler. Husband of the late Betty Brethauer nee Eklov; devoted father of Todd (Caroline) Brethauer, Robin Lippoldt, Karen Brethauer and Troy (Julie) Brethauer; honored grandfather of Andrew, William, Brad, Brianne, Brooke, Neil, Max, Thomas and Daniel; great grandfather of six; and uncle of many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Indian Boundary YMCA www.indianboundaryymca.org would be appreciated. Private funeral services. For more information www.toonfuneralhome.com or 630-968-0408
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Nancy M. Fritts. Arrived, August 9, 1912; Returned, January 21, 2015 My loving Grandmother Nancy passed away peacefully in her Denburn Woods home, where she resided for the past 45 years. She was a devoted Mother to her three children, David, Nancy and Phyllis; and loving Step Mother to Jim Fritts and his wife, Gail. She was adored by her 18 plus grand, great grand, and great-great grandchildren. Her generosity and kindness extended far beyond her family. She volunteered for over 25 years at the Good Samaritan Hospital's Daisy Basket Gift Shop, and was an active participant and contributor to countless philanthropic organizations. All of us who knew her were inspired by her sense of humor, positive attitude and outlook toward aging. She made it look effortless. She will be remembered and missed by everyone she touched during her 102 year journey. Funeral services will be held privately. Memorial Contributions may be made to the following non-profit organization, Ironside Bird Rescue, Inc., 49 Road 2DAW, Cody WY 82414; Phone, 307-527-7027; Email, thebirdlady@cowboystate.net http://ironsidebirdrescue.blogspot. com/
Ralph H. Moeller, age 96, passed away Friday January 2, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Katherine Moeller. Loving father of Janice (David) Hillenmeyer, and Kent (Marianne) Moeller. Dear Brother of Alice Thielker. Loving son of the late Herman and the late Clara Moeller. Fond Grandfather of Joseph (Kathleen) Hillenmeyer and Erik Hillenmeyer. Ralph was a proud member of the University of Wisconsin football team during his entire college career. He also served his country during World War II as a PT Boat Commander. Ralph was also a Fifty Year Member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Toon Funeral Home. www.toonfuneralhome.com 630 968-0408
Nickolette M. “Nicki” Rear, age 62, of Argyle, Wisconsin, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2015, at her home in Argyle, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born July 17, 1952, in Chicago, the daughter of Nick and Frances (Risky) Czajka. Nicki was unite in marriage to Tom Rear on March 7, 1994, in Las Vegas, Nevada, She is survived by her husband, Tom of Argyle; three sisters, Francie (Charlie) Powers of Westmont, IL, JoAnn Czajka, of Monroe, WI, Kathy (Eric) Watter of Freeport, IL; two brothers, Chuck Czajka of Freeport, IL, Mile Czajka of MO; a sister and brother-in-law, Beth and Duane Kundert of Blanchardville, WI; and many nieces and nephews, Matt (Becky) Kundert, Ross (Erica) Kundert, Adam (Nikki) Kundert, Matt Watter, Nicole Powers, Stefanie Powers, Amanda Powers; two great nieces and six great nephews and many, many good friends. Nicki was preceded in death by her parents, Nick and Fran Czajka; and her mother and father- in-law, Marian and Maurice Rear. Per Nicki's wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date. The Erickson Funeral home in Argyle is serving the family. Online condolences my be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneral.com. For those who prefer, a memorial has been established in Nicki's name.
IRENE A. POLIVKA Irene Anne Polivka, nee Halik, of Downers Grove, passed away on January 25, 2015, at the age of 101; beloved wife of the late Joseph Elmer Polivka; loving mother of Joseph (Jill) Polivka, Jon (Carol) Polivka and Jane (Carmen) Carrino; cherished grandmother of Stan (Kellie) Polivka, Julie (Mike) Guinta, Jori Polivka and great-grandmother of 7. Funeral services were Private. Arrangements by AdamsWinterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, Downers Grove. 630/9681000 or www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com
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e gr g park named after him, Whitlock Park, in 1989. Upon his retirement, he continued his involvement with the Kiwanis Club in Zephyrhills, He also was President of the local chapter 390 of NARFE and an AARP volunteer where he helped people prepare their taxes. He volunteered with the Boy Scouts and was an active member of the First Christian Church of Zephyrhills. Though Donald lost two of his sons, as well as his wife, he never stopped being positive. A very pragmatic man, he was also a very outgoing and funny man and loved to be of use, whether through his community work or fixing up the houses of whomever he was visiting. He loved to sing. He attended his children's concerts and sporting events, helping them to feel loved and important. He was a Very Good Man. There will be a Celebration of Life Memorial on Saturday January 24, 2015, at 11:00 a.m., at The First Christian Church, 6040 8th Street, Zephyrhills, FL. Luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider sending a donation to either The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Gulfside Hospice or the First Christian Church of Zephyrhills, FL.
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p by parents, Wallace and Edythe Davenport Whitlock; and his son, Michael Don (1960); wife of 47 years, Donna Jean Dove (1992); and son, Philip Charles (Kimberly Sargent), 2004. Surviving Donald is his wife of 15 years, Donna B. Johnson-Whitlock of Zephyrhills FL; and his children, Thomas (Nan), Scott (Lucy), Sara Moss (Richard) and Audrey Smith (Bill); and step-children. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Ronn Whitlock, Shawn Whitlock (Amy), Miranda Whitlock Ell (Tom), Margaret Whitlock, Rebecca Moss, Donna Moss, Alex Whitlock, Jamie Smith(Matty Telford) and Daniel Smith; and great-grandchildren, Riley and Nathalie - and many step grandchildren. Don's siblings, Dr. Richard Whitlock (Virginia) and Carol Mochel (Jim Deal) also survive with their children and grandchildren. Don was born in Chicago on September 14, 1924. His family moved to Downers Grove, when Don was in grade school where he attended Lincoln School and lived in a house on Birch Ave. A 1942 graduate of Downers Grove Community High School, Don played bassoon in the band and lead the band as the Drum Major. He met his wife, Donna Dove, while attending Iowa State University in Ames Iowa. They married on June 16, 1945, and raised their children at the First United Methodist Church in Downers Grove. They lived in houses that Don either added on to or built in Downers Grove, ending up on Linscott Ave where they had many dear, dear friends and wonderful adventures. Donald worked at General Electric for 5 years, Argonne National Laboratory for 22 1/2 years, the Environmental Protection Agency for around 6 years and as the GSA Building Manager at the Federal Building in Chicago from 1976 to 1986. He also worked as a draftsman on the side in order to make a comfortable life for his family. He retired and moved to Zephyrhills, Florida, in 1986. He was very active at The First United Methodist Church and the Kiwanis Club, where he received an award for 45 years of perfect attendance in 2005. That's a lot of years of parades and floats, pancake dinners, travelogues and selling peanuts. Don was one of the original members of the Kiwanis Lawn Mower Drill Team which performed in the 4th of July Parades in Downers Grove. He volunteered for Little League and Boy Scouts and was a positive influence on the people he worked with. Don was an elected commissioner on the Downers Grove Park District Board for a total of 25 years. He received the great honor of having a
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After serving in the Army, went home to her heavenly Father Janoski and Dana Dilbeck; dear he began a long career as a on January 21, 2015, in Westchester, sister of the late Mary Patricia Dairyman, employed by Kraml Dairy Illinois. (Dean) Dilbeck. for 47 years. Dedicated husband, Pauline was born in Rhein, Memorial Visitation Saturday, Father and friend, he will be missed Saskatchewan, Canada on January 31, 2015, from 12:00 p.m. by all who were fortunate enough November 26, 1921, to John and until time of Memorial Service at to make his acquaintance. Lydia Yaeger. The family moved to 3:00 p.m., at Adams-Winterfield & Visitation was Sunday, January 25, North Dakota before settling in Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main 2015, at Adams-Winterfield & Maywood, Illinois. She married St. (1 blk. S. Ogden) Downers Grove. Sullivan Funeral Home, Downers Arthur Schulz on March 27, 1943, Interment Private. Grove and the Funeral was Monday, and made Forest Park the family In lieu of flowers, memorials to January 26, at St. Joseph Church. home. Wounded Warrior Project Chicago, Interment Assumption Cemetery. Four children were born to the www.woundedwarriorproject.org; Memorials to Meals on Wheels, marriage, Paulette (Terrence) It's a Pittie Rescue, DuPage Senior Citizens Council, Treinen of Rapid City, SD; Wayne www.rescueapittie.org; or Illinois Attn: Contributions, 1919 S. Arthur of Forest Park, Keith Alan Fire Safety Alliance, www.ifsa.org Highland Ave. Bldg. A, Ste. 210, (Kristen); Pamela Darlene of appreciated. Lombard, IL 60148 or Brookfield; and four grandchildren For information, 630-968-1000 or www.dupageseniorcouncil.org/don and eight great grandchildren. www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com Pauline was preceded in death by ate, appreciated. 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Scouts, a Team mother for Little and Cory (Steve Visitation and funeral services Wilcox) Tintera; League, and Pony League Baseball cherished grandfather of Carl Walk, were held. Interment Clarendon and was an active member of the Hills Cemetery Darien, IL. Donald (Lori) Walk, Christina grade school PTA. She has been a For more information (Donato) Diorio, Jacob, Jillian and regular member of the First Rachel Tintera; great-grandfather of www.toonfuneralhome.com or Presbyterian Church of Downers 630-968-0408 Grove since 1951 and attended Courtney, Calandra, Taylor, Prometheus, Andromeda, and Rhea; often until 2013 when her health DONALD W. WHITLOCK dear brother of Grace Koukol and prevented her from attending. Ruth was preceded in death by the late Jerry (Ceil) Tintera; dear Donald “Don” her 2 sisters, Dorothy and Ethel; and brother-in-law of Grace Dobravec, Florence Nicholson, Lorraine Scott Wallace Whitlock her brother, Earl. Ruth lost her passed away quietly husband in August of 2010 after 69 and Jackie Muska; fond uncle, years of marriage. cousin and friend of many. in his home in Richard was a gentle, loving, Zephyrhills, Florida, Visitation Thursday, January 29th, religious man. If the phrase, “never on Sunday, January 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. Funeral Friday, January 30th, 10:00 a.m. at spoke a bad word of any man” ever 4, 2015, at 5:20 p.m., applied, it was our father. He was a surrounded by loved ones. He was Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan 90 years old. Funeral Home, 4343 Main St. (1 blk. simple man, who was put on earth S. of Ogden) Downers Grove. with a simple mission; to work for He was preceded in death by his
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ILLINOIS TRAFFIC CHALLENGE The Downers Grove Police Department will be participating in the 2015 Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge. Traffic safety is one of the highest priorities for the Downers Grove Police Department. Department personnel work year-round to educate our citizens, beginning with preschool students, on the importance of being safe in a vehicle, on a bike, and as a pedestrian. Aggressive and consistent traffic enforcement coupled with educational efforts has the greatest chance of reducing the incident of traffic crashes, injuries, and fatalities. The Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge was created to recognize law enforcement agencies for their efforts in addressing traffic safety issues. This program is modeled after the National Chiefs Challenge awards developed by the International Association of Chiefs of Police to target problematic traffic issues including speeding, impaired driving, and use of seat belts and child safety seats. Please do your part. Buckle-up on every trip, every time; make sure your children under the age of eight are restrained in a properly fitting child safety seat. Obey the speed limit, especially in school zones or construction zones, and do not drink and drive. It is the police department's goal to have a safe new year. Please make it your goal as well.
PACE COMMUNITY SHUTTLE SERVICE This shuttle service operates Monday through Friday during the morning and evening rush hours, providing service to the Main Street and Belmont Train Stations from various areas of Downers Grove. The shuttle schedule includes four routes: North Route 461: Operates between Main Street Train Station and north of Ogden Avenue, west of Main Street. Southwest Route 462: Operates between Main Street Train Station and the area south of the tracks, west of Dunham Road. Southeast Route 463: Operates between Main Street Train Station and the area south of the tracks, east of Main Street. West Route 464: Operates between Belmont Train Station and along Belmont Road, Walnut Avenue. The Park and Ride option offers free parking for shuttle riders and is available at two Park & Ride locations: Southeast Route: Fairview Plaza at 75th Street and Fairview Avenue West Route: on Belmont Road, south of 63rd Street in designated spaces
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MYTHS & FACTS ABOUT FLOOD INSURANCE Did you know that flood insurance is available to almost everyone in Downers Grove? We participate in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), and Class A policies will receive a 20% discount because we meet certain higher standards under the Community Rating System. Homeowners, business owners, and renters can even include contents coverage in their NFIP policy. Please visit FloodSmart.gov. Village Council meetings are held the first, second, and third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers at 801 Burlington Avenue. Village Council meetings are broadcast live on DGTV-Ch. 6. The rebroadcast of these meetings can be seen Wednesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. and Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Live radio broadcasts of Council meetings can only be heard at 7:00 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month on WDGC-FM, 88.3. Podcast and live streaming coverage of Council meetings are also available at www.downers.us. Individuals with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any meeting should contact the ADA Coordinator at 630.434.5525, prior to the meeting. Wheelchair access is available through the south entrance of Village Hall. adno=S0244386 1/28/15
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Bien Trucha treats Glen Ellyn to a toda madre GLEN ELLYN – Newcomer a toda madre is a testament to the importance of culinary balance. The Mexican eatery, transplanted to Glen Ellyn by Geneva’s Bien Trucha, opened late in 2014, with equal parts sophistication and comfort. Nestled in the heart of downtown, the small-town charm of the restaurant’s surroundings provides a pleasant contrast to its elegant, urban interior. Behind the bar is an exposed brick wall boasting a vast array of tequila. The vintage molding on the ceiling is glazed an elegant white. Modern blue tiles cover the floor of the bar, while the dining room is softened by hardwood and low lighting that bathes an abstract floral mural’s organic tones. The aesthetic is contemporary with a hint of nostalgia. Even after 9 p.m., the place was packed, buzzing with upbeat Friday night chatter. Several parties mingled near the bar, hoping to score a table. Fortunately, my dining companion and I had a reservation. We were seated, and a bowl of thick tortilla chips appeared, accompanied by smoky refried beans. The menu features a variety of items, from appetizers to full plates, all of which are meant to be shared. We began with an appetizer of tostada de ceviche topped with frizzled leeks. Spotlighting tilapia and apple, it was aggressively bright and acidic – an energizing start to the meal. Warm tacos pescado followed, the mild fish accented with creamy red cabbage slaw. We couldn’t limit ourselves to just one style of taco, and ordered the chilango, as well. The quartet provided a pleasing, adventurous medley of textures, from the velvety salsa verde cruda to the tender skirt steak to chicharron for engaging crunch. We also opted for the frijoles borrachos – drunken beans with pork belly, pico de gallo and Mexican beer – which
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More photos online To see more photos from a toda madre, find this story online at www.PlanitLife.com/ mysterydiner proved to be a side dish with the charisma of an entree. With several handcrafted cocktails to choose from, my companion began with the burro en primavera, which included lime, ginger beer, mint, mezcal and charred lime. It received high praise, as did his second drink, the
The handcrafted el pastor cocktail blends fruity and spicy flavors, such as grilled pineapple, lime and chipotle adobo. Beer-battered fish is paired with creamy red cabbage slaw in tacos pescado, complemented by tomatillo, lime, onion and charred serrano aioli. with polish and finesse, every el pastor – a spicy temptation with grilled pineapple, chipotle adobo, chile ancho liqueur, tequila, lime and mezcal essence. As the designated driver, I stuck with the nonalcoholic limonada, which was sweet and refreshing. Throughout the evening, the staff was kind, attentive and unintrusive – but a toda madre’s service really shone during dessert, when the flan
we had hoped to order was sold out, and the restaurant instead offered us a complimentary Carlota. When the plate arrived, we were glad to have taken them up on it. The blend of cookies, tequila crema and key lime curd was pure serenity, and paired deliciously with the americano I ordered – a strong cup of coffee with a delicate cocoa finish. Each dish was presented
bite also containing the reassuring heartiness of a homecooked meal that no amount of flash can fake. Embracing the best of both worlds, a toda madre strikes the perfect balance.
The Mystery Diner is a newsroom employee at Suburban Life Media. The diner’s identity is not revealed to the restaurant staff before or during the meal. Only positive dining experiences will result in published reviews.
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Game breakdown
editorial@mysuburbanlife.com DOWNERS GROVE – Improved health is adding to the soaring momentum for Downers Grove North’s basketball team. Devin Blake, a West Suburban Silver all-conference player last season, and Bowen Marks both returned from injuries Friday, and their additions combined with strong defense and clutch free-throw shooting to earn the host Trojans their seventh straight win, a 49-44 victory against Oak Park-River Forest. Blake (nine points, four rebounds) provided a big spark off the bench to a balanced Downers North attack led by Jordan Kedrowski (12 points, two steals). “Our first win in two years against them, the first game back for myself ... it’s really exciting,” said Blake, who missed two weeks with a sprained ankle. “We’ve got something really special going.” Myles Farley added eight points and Matt Mahlke (four rebounds) and Colin Kramper scored six each. Dave Edwards grabbed a team-high five rebounds, and Marks hit a 3-pointer early in the Trojans’ decisive 17-0 second-half rally. Free-throw shooting was extra special Friday for North (11-5, 2-4 WSS). The Trojans made 10 of 11 charity tosses in the fourth quarter and 15 of 19 overall while the Huskies were just 4 for 11 at the line on the night (1 for 4 in the second half). “It seems like we’re kind of out of sync at times,” said Trojans coach Jim Thomas, whose team trailed 21-18 at halftime. “But we kept our composure late and stepped up to the free-throw line. And that’s where we won the game. Our kids stayed under control and kept battling.” Defense was the other second-half key. The Huskies led 29-22 with 5:30 left in the third quarter, but Downers North proceeded to hold OPRF scoreless for more than nine minutes (until 4:05 left in the game) to build a 39-29 lead. The Huskies shot 35 percent from the floor on the night (17 of 49), and were 3 of 18 during the first 12 minutes of the second half. “Overall, everyone’s flying around, getting stops and rebounding the ball,” Blake said of the defensive keys. “Everyone’s talking and communicating – everyone was connecting really well.”
Downers North 49, Oak Park 44 DOWNERS NORTH LEADERS n JORDAN KEDROWSKI: 12 points, 2 steals n DEVIN BLAKE: 9 points, 4 rebounds
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Downers Grove North’s Devin Blake shoots from the paint Friday against Oak Park River Forest in Downers Grove. After OPRF drew within 47-44 on a 3-pointer with 16.1 seconds left, Kedrowski’s two free throws with 15 seconds left sealed the win. Matt Fallbacher (five points) and Farley each were 4 for 4 from the line in the fourth. The Trojans’ run since a 4-5 start has been impressive but not surprising to the team. “Four of the five teams we’ve lost to have been ranked in the state,” Thomas said. “And these kids have been winning since fifth grade. I had to pull a couple of them up [to varsity] a few years ago, but they’re all together again.
“They’re all such great kids and they all bring their own value to the team,” Thomas added. “They like each other and play for one another.” Getting Edwards back from injury in mid-December was a huge factor, and another boost came Friday. “There are a lot of reasons (for the streak),” Blake said. “Everyone’s clicking, maturity, we have a Division I football player going to Wisconsin in Dave [Edwards] who’s back. “Everyone’s really focusing in and realizing the goal of winning a regional and sectional. That’s where you want to be, playing those big games and cutting down nets.”
The Downers Grove North girls basketball team dropped its last two conference by a combined seven points. After defeating rival Hinsdale Central in their West Suburban Silver opener Dec. 2, 2014, the Trojans gave up a fourth-quarter lead Jan. 20 and fell to Hinsdale Central 45-43. Junior Jaida Green led the way for the Trojans with 20 points and six rebounds while Madison Farnsworth chipped in eight points and six rebounds. The Trojans returned to action Saturday for their only game of the season against conference for Oak Park River Forest. DGN jumped out to a 9-3 advantage after the first quarter before OPRF battled back to take a 25-23 lead into the locker room at half. Ultimately, the hot-shooting Huskies were too much for the Trojans, as Oak Park River Forest hit 10 3-pointers and ran away with a 57-52 victory. Peyton Winters paced DGN with 17 points and seven rebounds and Green finished with 16 points. In the midst of a three-game losing streak that dates back to a Jan. 17 defeat at the hands of Marist, head coach Stephan Bolt believes the team’s effort and intensity is lacking. “Our opponents want it more than us, they have found ways to win while we have found ways to lose,” Bolt said. “Defensively we have to be better, we have to be better on the glass and we need to have a better shot selection down the stretch.” The Trojans faced Lemont on Tuesday night and will go on the road to play Proviso West at 7:30 p.m. Friday.
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Area players stepping up their game By ALEX SOULIER asoulier@shawmedia.com
impressed head coach Mike McCord. “You will not find someone that works harder than Emma,” McCord said. “She refuses to be outworked and comes focuses to every game and practice.”
New players emerge as standouts each basketball season, from underclassmen getting their first taste of varsity ball to juniors and seniors making Kiera James the most of increased playing time. School: Downers Grove South Here is a list of some of the most imClass: Sophomore pressive newcomers and improved re- Position: Forward turners on area girls basketball teams: Impact: Downers Grove South head coach Lyndsie Long does not mince Lauren Porcelli words when speaking about sophoSchool: Downers Grove North more forward Kiera James, calling Class: Junior her a “very special athletic talent that Position: Guard doesn’t come around often.” Although Impact: Porcelli had big shoes to fill this athleticism doesn’t always translate to year, assuming the role of the Trojans’ the basketball court, James has greatly primary ballhandler after Sarah Costel- improved her overall game this sealo graduated last spring. But Downers son and is the Mustangs third-leading Grove North head coach Stephan Bolt scorer with 8.7 points per game and is had faith in his three-year varsity point the team leader in rebounds, averaging guard and named her a team captain at more than 9.5 boards per game. the beginning of the season. She hasn’t let him down either, averaging career Kathleen Doyle highs in points (7.1) and assists (2.4) School: Benet while increasing her field-goal percent- Class: Junior age from 28 to 30 percent. Position: Guard Impact: Kathleen Doyle will undoubtEmma May edly be playing at the collegiate level School: Westmont in two years, but what jersey she will Class: Senior be wearing has yet to be determined. Position: Forward Doyle, who has drawn interest from Impact: In only her second year on varsi- Arizona State, Creighton, Iowa State, ty, forward Emma May is one of the Sen- Northwestern, Marquette, Nebraska, tinels’ top rebounders and the team’s best Dayton and DePaul, leads the Redlow-post threat. While May also is West- wings in blocks, rebounds, assists and Erica Benson - ebenson@shawmedia.com mont’s third-best scoring option behind steals. Additionally, Doyle is Benet’s Westmont’s Emma May passes the ball Nov. 18, 2014, during their home game against sharpshooters Annie Carlson and Mara third-leading scorer and shoots nearSt. Edward. Casper, it’s May’s intangibles that have ly 40 percent from 3-point distance.
Downers Grove South girls eye share of conference lead By ALEX SOULIER asoulier@shawmedia.com DOWNERS GROVE – The Downers Grove South girls basketball team is firing on all cylinders heading into arguably its toughest stretch of the season. After an emphatic 49-38 road victory against Providence Catholic on Jan. 21, the Mustangs returned to conference action Saturday against Leyden. Ava Porlier paced DGS with 15 points, Kiera James added 13 points and Vashae Easley added 12 as the Mustangs jumped out to a 20-points lead and cruised to a 53-41 win. Saturday’s victory improved the Mustangs’ West Suburban Gold standing to 7-1 on the season, just one game back of conference-leading Proviso East. “Providence was a huge win for us. I don’t think many people expected us to
go there and leave with a victory,” coach Lyndsie Long said. “Then, against Leyden, we got out to a big lead early and I was able to play all my players, so that was a nice moment for the team.” While Long and the Mustangs enjoyed the back-to-back victories and have now won four of their past five contests, they returned to practice Monday focused on the upcoming week against two of the top teams in the state. The Mustangs went on the road Tuesday night to face 21-2 Benet, an East Suburban Catholic team loaded with Division I athletes, including Bradley-bound Emily Eshoo, Northern Michigan commit Emily Schramek and D-I recruit Kathleen Doyle. “Benet is loaded with great players, so we just need to get in a good day of practice, break down film and come out
ready to play,” Long said. “Hopefully we can stay focused and limit mental mistakes and turnovers. Downers Grove South will return to the practice court Wednesday and Thursday before a West Suburban Gold Showdown with Proviso East, which defeated DGS 77-49 on Dec. 13, 2014, then 6148 in the third-place game of the Oswego East holiday tournament. This time, the Mustangs will play host to the Pirates, and Long knows they will have to play mistake-free basketball to notch an upset victory. “Proviso East is a very fast, quick and athletic team,” she said. “We have played them twice this year, once in a very competitive tournament game, so we know that we have to stay focused and come ready to play. It will be a huge win if we can pull it off.”
Game breakdown Downers Grove South 53, Leyden 41 DGS LEADERS n AVA PORLIER: 15 points n KIERA JAMES: 13 points n VASHAE EASLEY: 12 points
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of fun an really enjoys playing together. What’s it like playing with this group? Porlier: Obviously you want to win every game, but you need to sometimes remind yourself that this is a game and it should be fun. Winning definitely eases the tension, but this is a really good group of girls and we have a lot of fun playing together.
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and make the most out of each possession. Shot selection will be key, and we need to make sure to run through our offense and really look for the open shooter. And we just need to focus and play good help-side defense. They are two very good teams, but they are beatable and we are looking forward to the challenge.
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IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" Willowbrook/Downers Grove W12-5075 Furnished Studio, private entrance, 21567 off St. parking, W/D, no pets. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR $490/mo + sec. 630-203-7770 THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Classified ads work! DUPAGE COUNTY Call us at 866-817-F-A-S-T WHEATON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as CHARGE IT! Trustee for the Certificateholders We accept of the Merrill Lynch Mortgage Visa, Discover, Investors Trust, Mortgage Loan MasterCard and American Express! Asset-Backed Certificates, Series
s, 2005-HE3; Plaintiff, VS. Bradley A. Skoog; Argent Mortgage Company, L.L.C.; Capital One Bank (USA), National Association; DuPage Credit Union; Midland Funding LLC; Defendants. 12 CH 004746 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on February 19, 2015, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 4339 Linscott Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 PIN: 09-06-408-005 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W12-5075. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: SFH. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms. Joseph S. Davidson (6301581) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W12-5075 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I640419 January 14, 21, 28, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Green Tree Servicing LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Sigitas Vertelka; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 002801 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judg-
Suburban Life / mysuburbanlife.com • Wednesday, January 28, 2015 • SDP • REAL ESTATE ey P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 1413-22753. I640399 January 14, 21, 28, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life
Record Claimants, Defendants. Property Address: 241 North Wilmette Avenue, Westmont, Illinois 60559 14 CH 43 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on October 16, 2014, I, Sheriff, John E Zaruba of Dupage County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 19, 2015 , commencing at 10 AM, at the DuPage County Sheriff's Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, towit: Commonly known as: 241 North Wilmette Avenue, Westmont, Illinois 60559 P.I.N.: 09-10-103-016 First Lien Position; SingleFamily Residence; Judgment Amount $213,501.07 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g) (1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. The property will not be open for inspection. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Dupage County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) I642412 January 28, 2015 February 4, 11, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life
"THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W14-1431 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Bank of America, N.A.; Plaintiff, VS. Tae I. Park; Ashton Grove II Subdivision Homeowner`s Association; Defendants. Judge Presiding Case No. 14 CH 1174 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on February 19, 2015, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 212 Kacie Court, Westmont, IL 60559 PIN: 09-22-104-085 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W14-1431. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: SFH. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms. Joseph S. Davidson (6301581) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W14-1431 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT I640439 DUPAGE COUNTY January 14, 21, 28, 2015 WHEATON, ILLINOIS Westmont Suburban Life Nationstar Mortgage LLC F13100586 PLAINTIFF IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Vs. THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Michael Geisen; et. al. DEFENDANTS DUPAGE COUNTY2014 CH 00753 WHEATON, ILLINOIS Citibank, N.A. as Trustee for NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE GSAA Home Equity Trust 2007OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY 8, Plaintiff, GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgvs. John A. Kegaly, Jr aka John ment of Foreclosure and Sale Kegaly aka John A. Kegaly; entered in the above cause on Pamela A. Kegaly aka Pamela 11/19/2014, John Zaruba, the Kegaly aka Pamela A. Lynch; Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois Unknown Owners and Non- will on 2/24/15 at the hour of
10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 09-09-301-031 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 325 2nd Street Downers Grove, IL 60515 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay
gage qui pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 1413-03947. I640581 January 14, 21, 28, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life
"THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W12-5075 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-HE3; Plaintiff, VS. Bradley A. Skoog; Argent Mortgage Company, L.L.C.; Capital One Bank (USA), National Association; DuPage Credit Union; Midland Funding LLC; Defendants. 12 CH 004746 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on February 19, 2015, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following de-
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ty W12-5075 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I640419 January 14, 21, 28, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Landy J. McBride; Lydia McBride; Landy J. McBride, as co-trustee of the McBride Family Trust dated November 15, 2001; Lydia McBride, as co-trustee of the McBride Family Trust dated November 15, 2001; Unknown beneficiaries of the McBride Family Trust dated November 15, 2001; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants, DEFENDANTS 2014 CH 002179 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown beneficiaries of the McBride Family Trust dated November 15, 2001 Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 110 IN BURLINGTON HIGHLANDS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED ON AUGUST 26, 1953, AS DOCUMENT 693133, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1733 Carol Street
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ngul ng scribed real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: LOT 7 N BLOCK 1 IN POULIN`S SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AND A RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 2 AND 3 IN BLOCK 31 IN E.H. PRINCE AND COMPANY`S ADDITION TO DOWNERS GROVE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 22, 1926 AS DOCUMENT 211948, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 4339 Linscott Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 PIN: 09-06-408-005 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W12-5075. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: SFH. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms. Joseph S. Davidson (6301581) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567
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pur dgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/11/2014, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 2/24/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 09-21-218-167 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 204 Memory Lane Unit #3 Westmont, IL 60559 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates,
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32 CLASSIFIED • SDP • Wednesday, January 28, 2015 • Suburban Life / mysuburbanlife.com Downers Grove, IL 60515 and which said Mortgage was made by: Landy J. McBride Lydia McBride Landy J. McBride, as co-trustee of the McBride Family Trust dated November 15, 2001 Lydia McBride, as co-trustee of the McBride Family Trust dated November 15, 2001 the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DuPage County, Illinois, as Document No. R2008022291; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Chris Kachiroubas 505 N. County Farm Road P.O. Box 707 Wheaton, IL 60187 on or before February 20, 2015, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-14-20381 NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt collector. I640006 January 21, 28, 2015 February 4, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Green Tree Servicing LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Sigitas Vertelka; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 002801 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/11/2014, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 2/24/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: UNIT 11-3 IN WILLIAMSPORT VILLAGE CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LAND: CERTAIN LOTS IN WILLIAMSPORT VILLAGE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEM-
BER 18, 1982 AS DOCUMENT R82-53687, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "C" TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R83-25648, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS TO AND FROM THE LAND FOR THE USE AND BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1 OVER MEMORY LANE AND WILLIAMSPORT DRIVE, AS SHOWN ON THE PLAT OF WILLIAMSPORT VILLAGE RECORDED NOVEMBER 18, 1982 AS DOCUMENT R8253687. PARCEL 3: THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO THE USE OF PARKING SPACE 11-3, LIMITED COMMON ELEMENT, AS DELINEATED ON THE SURVEY ATTACHED TO THE DECLARATION, AFORESAID, RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R83-25648. PIN 09-21-218-167 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 204 Memory Lane Unit #3 Westmont, IL 60559 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admon-
p ished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 1413-22753. I640399 January 14, 21, 28, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life "THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W14-1431 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Bank of America, N.A.; Plaintiff, VS. Tae I. Park; Ashton Grove II Subdivision Homeowner`s Association; Defendants. Judge Presiding Case No. 14 CH 1174 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on February 19, 2015, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: LOT 14 IN ASHTON GROVE II, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 17, 2000, AS DOCUMENT R2000-073744, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 212 Kacie Court, Westmont, IL 60559 PIN: 09-22-104-085 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W14-1431. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: SFH. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms. Joseph S. Davidson (6301581) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC
oup Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W14-1431 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I640439 January 14, 21, 28, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. David Kryzak; BankFinancial, F.S.B.; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Gloria Kryzak a/k/a Gloria D. Kryzak; Diane Gordon, as executor; Diane Gordon; Unknown Trustee of the Gloria Deanna Kryzak Trust dated 8/18/08; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Richard Kuhn, as Special Representative for Gloria Kryzak a/k/a Gloria D. Kryzak (deceased) DEFENDANTS 2014 CH 001863 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Gloria Kryzak a/k/a Gloria D. Kryzak Unknown Trustee of the Gloria Deanna Kryzak Trust dated 8/18/08 Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 3 IN POWER'S RE-SUBDIVISION UNIT NO. 3, A RE-SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1 AND 2 IN POWER'S RE-SUBDIVISION, BEING A SITUATED IN SUBDIVISION SECTIONS 17 AND 18, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 2, 1955 AS DOCUMENT 745116, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5834 Brookbank Road Downers Grove, IL 60516 and which said Mortgage was made by: Gloria Kryzak a/k/a Gloria D. Kryzak executed the mortgage, however this individual is deceased and is not named as a defendant in this lawsuit the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Ally Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DuPage County, Illinois, as Document No. R2012-013284; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Chris Kachiroubas 505 N. County Farm Road P.O. Box 707 Wheaton, IL 60187 on or before February 27, 2015, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY
TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-14-11313 NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt collector. I642443 January 28, 2015 February 4, 11, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION ("FANNIE MAE"), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs. BRENDA J. TINERELLA; PARKWOOD CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS 14 CH 1962 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, BRENDA J. TINERELLA and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above entitled suit, that the said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 18th Judicial Circuit, DuPage County, Illinois by the plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows to wit: UNIT 216 IN PARKWOOD CONDOMINIUMS, AS DELINEATED ON SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF REAL ESTATE: LOTS 14, 15 AND 16 IN BLOCK 7 IN ARTHUR T. MCINTOSH & CO'S WESTMONT ACRES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER (EXCEPT THAT PART OF THE EAST HALF OF SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER LYING SOUTH OF THE CENTERLINE OF NAPERVILLE ROAD) ALSO THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER ALL IN SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 4, 1920 AS DOCUMENT 145100, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "A", TO DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R75-37061, TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. COMMON ADDRESS: 475 N. Cass Ave., #216, Westmont, IL 60559 P.I.N.: 09-03-315-033 and which said mortgage was signed by BRENDA J. TINERELLA, mortgagor, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Professional Mortgage Partners, Inc., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DuPage County as Document No. R2008-119226; and for such other relief prayed;
pray that summons was duly issued out of the Circuit Court of DuPage County against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. NOW THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of this Court in DuPage County at 505 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 on or before the February 27, 2015, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. Circuit Clerk Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 14 0927 DuPage County No.: 182011 I642603 January 28, 2015 February 4, 11, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life "THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W14-2804 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC; Plaintiff, VS. Gladys M. Nixon-Hall; Anthony G. Hall; Prentiss Creek Homes Association; Downers Grove Sanitary District; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Gladys M. Nixon-Hall, if any; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Anthony G. Hall, if any; Unknown Owners and Non Record Claimants; Defendants. Judge Robert Gibson 14 CH 2181 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: -Prentiss Creek Homes Association that Plaintiff has commenced this case in the Circuit Court of DuPage County against you and other defendants, for foreclosure of a certain Mortgage lien recorded against the premises described as follows: LOT 36 IN PRENTISS CREEK, A SUBDIVISION SITUATED IN PART OF FRACTIONAL NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R66-3155 IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 2118 Oxnard Drive, Downers Grove, IL 60516 PIN: 08-24-210-014 said Mortgage was given by Gladys M. Nixon-Hall and Anthony G. Hall, Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Ally Bank, Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DuPage County, Illinois, as Document No. R2013-015536. UNLESS YOU file your ap-
yo appearance or otherwise file your answer in this case in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of DuPage County, DuPage County Courthouse, 505 North County Farm Road, Wheaton IL 60187 on or before February 20, 2015, A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED FOR IN THE PLAINTIFF'S COMPLAINT. Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W14-2804 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I641751 January 21, 28, 2015 February 4, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS TERRENCE P LUBY; KATHRYN A LUBY; DUPAGE CREDIT UNION; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; GLENN R GAFFNEY; STATE OF ILLINOIS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 1508 WARREN AVENUE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515 14 CH 2184 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, TERRENCE P LUBY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 92 (EXCEPT THE EAST 120 FEET THEREOF) IN BRANIGAR BROTHERS' WOODED HOMESITES, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AND THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 2, 1920 AS DOCUMENT 144598, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1508 WARREN AVENUE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515 and which said Mortgage was made by, TERRENCE P LUBY; KATHRYN A LUBY; Mortgagor (s), to NAPERVILLE MORTGAGE, LLC DBA DOWNERS GROVE MORTGAGE Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DU PAGE County, Illinois, as Document No. 2003297472; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, Chris Kachiroubas DuPage Judicial Center 505 N. County Farm Rd. Wheaton, Illinois 60187 on or before February 27,
y 2015, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES Attorneys for Plaintiff Thirteenth Floor 1 North Dearborn Chicago, Illinois 60602 Tel. (312) 346-9088 Fax (312) 346-1557 PA 1409589 I642648 January 28, 2015 February 4, 11, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life F13100586 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTYWHEATON, ILLINOIS Citibank, N.A. as Trustee for GSAA Home Equity Trust 20078, Plaintiff, vs. John A. Kegaly, Jr aka John Kegaly aka John A. Kegaly; Pamela A. Kegaly aka Pamela Kegaly aka Pamela A. Lynch; Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants, Defendants. Property Address: 241 North Wilmette Avenue, Westmont, Illinois 60559 14 CH 43 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on October 16, 2014, I, Sheriff, John E Zaruba of Dupage County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 19, 2015 , commencing at 10 AM, at the DuPage County Sheriff's Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, towit: LOT 7 IN BLOCK 1 IN ARTHUR T. MCINTOSH & COMPANY'S FIRST ADDITION TO WESTMONT, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 10, 1921 AS DOCUMENT 150101 IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 241 North Wilmette Avenue, Westmont, Illinois 60559 P.I.N.: 09-10-103-016 First Lien Position; SingleFamily Residence; Judgment Amount $213,501.07 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g) (1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. The property will not be open for inspection. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified
Suburban Life / mysuburbanlife.com • Wednesday, January 28, 2015 • SDP • CLASSIFIED funds payable to the Sheriff of Dupage County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 150 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) I642412 January 28, 2015 February 4, 11, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Michael Geisen; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2014 CH 00753 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 11/19/2014, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 2/24/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 11, 12 AND THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 13 IN BLOCK 3 IN VICTOR FREDENHAGEN, JR.'S RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 2 TO 16, INCLUSIVE, IN VICTOR FREDENHAGEN JR.'S SUBDIVISION AT EAST GROVE IN SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 09-09-301-031 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 325 2nd Street Downers Grove, IL 60515 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, pur-
pl pur chasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876.
(6 ) Please refer to file number 1413-03947. I640581 January 14, 21, 28, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life
pr before July 15, 2015, any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Circuit Court Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney, if any, within ten (10) days LEGAL NOTICE after it has been filed with the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Circuit Clerk. STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF DUPAGE Chris Kachiroubas IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Clerk of the Eighteenth OF THE EIGHTEENTH Judicial Circuit Court JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Wheaton, IL 60189-0707 ESTATE OF )2014 Mary Jo Grunewald )P Eileen R. Fitzgerald Deceased )1233 Attorney For: Executor 1561 Warren Avenue Notice is given of the death of Downers Grove, IL 60515 Mary Jo Grunewald 630/493-4380 whose address was Downers Grove, IL 60515 Letters of Office were issued on January 7, 2015 to Margaret Huebner, 235 Morengo #7F, Forest Park, IL 60130 as: INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR whose attorney is Eileen R. Fitzgerald, 1561 Warren Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515 The estate will be administered without Court Supervision, unless under section 28-4 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Court Clerk.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE TOWNSHIP BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the TOWNSHIP OF DOWNERS GROVE, in the county of DuPage, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning March 1, 2015 and ending February 29, 2016 will be on file and conveniently available for public inspection at 4340 Prince Street, Downers Grove, Illinois, after 9:00 am on Monday, February 2, 2015.
whose attorney is DANIEL E LIFKA, 1551 WARREN AVE., DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515
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CERTIFICATE NO. 0072667 was filed in the office of the County Clerk of DuPage The estate will be administered County on JANUARY 5, 2015, without Court Supervision, un- wherein the business firm of less under section 28-4 of the SUNZEEZ Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent adminitration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Court Clerk.
Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of CHRIS KACHIROUBAS, Circuit Court Clerk, 505 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, Illinois, or with January 14, 21, 28, 2015 the representative or both on or Downers Grove Suburban Life before July 29, 2015, any 9052 claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Circuit Court Clerk must LEGAL NOTICE be mailed or delivered to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA representative and to the attorSTATE OF ILLINOIS ney, if any, within ten (10) days after it has been filed with the COUNTY OF DUPAGE Circuit Clerk. WHEATON, ILLINOIS CHRIS KACHIROUBAS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Clerk of the Eighteenth OF THE EIGHTEENTH Judicial Circuit Court JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Wheaton, IL 60189-0707 ESTATE OF )2015 IRENE J. DAHLMAN )P DANIEL E. LIFKA Deceased )1 DuPage Attorney No: 26372 Attorney for: MARK J. DAHLMAN Notice is given of the death of 1551 WARREN AVE IRENE J. DAHLMAN whose address was DOWNERS DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515 630-434-9889 GROVE, IL 60515 Letters of Office were issued on January 28, 2015 JANUARY 8, 2015 to MARK J. February 4, 11, 2015 DAHLMAN, 17W730 BUTTERFIELD RD. #314, OAKBROOK Downers Grove Suburban Life 9088 TERRACE, IL 60181 as:
Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of Chris Kachiroubas, Circuit Court Clerk, 505 N. County Farm Road, INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR Wheaton, Illinois, or with the representative or both on or
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Notice is further given that a public hearing on said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held at 7:15 pm on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at 4340 Prince Street, Downers Grove, IL, in this TOWNSHIP OF DOWNERS GROVE, and that final hearing and action on this ordinance will be taken at the meeting to be held at the same location at 7:30 pm on Thursday, March 19, 2015.
Notice is further given that a public hearing on said Road District Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held at 7:00 pm on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at 4340 Prince Street, Downers Grove, IL, in this Township of Downers Grove, and that final hearing and action on the road district ordinance will be taken at the meeting to be held at the same location at 7:30 pm on Thursday, March 19, 2015.
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regi real name or names of the person or persons owning the Paul Hinds business, with their respective DuPage County Clerk post office address(es), is/are as follows: January 21, 28, 2015 February 4, 2015 LAWRENCE C MAJEWSKI 4934 STANLEY AVENUE Downers Grove Suburban Life DOWNERS GROVE, IL 9079 60515-3707 LEGAL NOTICE IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have PUBLIC NOTICE hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in CERTIFICATE NO. 0072696 Wheaton, Illinois, this 5TH day was filed in the office of of JANUARY, A.D. 2015. the County Clerk of DuPage County on JANUARY 13,
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That on February 27, 2015 at 10:00AM, a sale will be held at Action Towing, 5040 Chase Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois against such articles for labor, services, skill or material expended upon a storage furnished for such articles at the request of the following designated persons, unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. Name of Person Raymond Helms Earl T Reeder
Description 2003 Chevrolet 2003 Chevrolet
VIN Number 2GCEK19T031124426 2GCEK19T031124426
Amount of lien $1980.00 $1980.00
January 28, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life 9091
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That on February 27, 2015 at 10:00AM, a sale will be held at Kerr's Garage LLC, 525 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont, IL 60559, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois against such articles for labor, services, skill or material expended upon a storage furnished for such articles at the request of the following designated persons, unless such articles are redeemed within thirty days of the publication of this notice. Name of Person Keith Kosiewicz
Description 1993 Buick
VIN Number 3G4AH15N4PS614877
Amount of lien $1980.00
January 28, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life 9092
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON TOWNSHIP ROAD DISTRICT BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for ROAD PURPOSES for the TOWNSHIP OF DOWNERS GROVE, in the county of DuPage, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning March 1, 2015 and ending February 29, 2016 will be on file and conveniently available for public inspection at 4340 Prince Street, Downers Grove, Illinois, after 9:00 am on Monday, February 2, 2015.
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34 CLASSIFIED • SDP • Wednesday, January 28, 2015 • Suburban Life / mysuburbanlife.com LEGAL NOTICE/PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF DOWNERS GROVE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON ANNEXATION AGREEMENT
LEGAL NOTICE / PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF WESTMONT PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Downers Grove Village Council at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2015, in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 801 Burlington Avenue, Downers Grove, Illinois, to consider approval of an annexation agreement for a currently non-contiguous property which is legally described as follows:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing has been scheduled before the Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission to be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. in the Westmont Village Hall, 31 W. Quincy St., Westmont, Illinois 60559
Lot 39 in Belmont Park, a subdivision of part of Section 13, Township 38 North, Range 10 East of the Third Principal Meridian, according to the plat thereof recorded April 22, 1922 as Document R1950-155367, in DuPage County, Illinois.
The purpose of the hearing is to consider a request from Hinsdale Bank and Trust regarding the Metra train station property located at 18 West Quincy Street, Westmont, IL 60559 for the following:
Address: 5850 Janes Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60516; PIN: 08-13-111-015
(A) Special Use Permit to operate an automated teller machine (ATM) in the B-1 Limited Business District.
A map of the property which is the subject of the annexation agreement and the form of the proposed annexation agreement are on file with the Village Clerk. You are further notified that the proposed annexation agreement may be changed, altered, modified, amended or redrafted in after the public hearing.
Legal Description(s): COMMUTER STATION SITE IN WESTMONT, BEING PARTS OF THE BURLINGTON NORTHERN RIGHT OF WAY, ARTHUR T. MCINTOSH & COMPANY'S WESTMONT HEIGHTS (DOCUMENT 144403) AND WESTMONT BEING A SUBDIVISION BY ARTHUR T. MCINTOSH & COMPANY (DOCUMENT 146502) IN THE EAST HALF OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
All interested parties should attend this hearing and will be given an opportunity to be heard. Individuals with a disability requiring reasonable accommodations in order to participate should contact the Community Response Center at (630) 434-CALL (2255) prior to the meeting. Wheelchair access may be gained through the side (South) entrance of the Village Hall by parking in the upper lot to the west of Village Hall. January 28, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life 9095
P.I.N. 09-09-502-007 More Common Location:
18 West Quincy Street, Westmont, IL 60559
Village Code(s) Applicable: Appendix "A", Section 7.03(A)(7a) Appendix "A", Section 7.04 Appendix "A", Section 13.09 Note: Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting should contact the Village of Westmont, Illinois, 60559 between 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday, or telephone (630) 981-6210 voice, or (630) 981-6300 TDD, within a reasonable time before the meeting.
LEGAL NOTICE / PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF WESTMONT PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA
All interested persons in attendance will be allowed to express their views. WESTMONT PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Ed Richard Chairperson January 28, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life 9098
The Village of Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 7:00 P.M., at the Westmont Village Hall, 31 West Quincy Street, Westmont, IL 60559. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Swearing-in of testifying attendees and reminder to sign in Reminder to silence all electronic devices Approval of Minutes of the January 14, 2015 meeting Open Hearing
LEGAL NOTICE / PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF WESTMONT PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Old Business REQUEST TO CONTINUE: PZ 14-030 Oak Creek Capital Partners regarding the property located at 515 64th Street, Westmont, Illinois 60559 for the following: (A) Map Amendment request to rezone 515 64th Street from R-1, Single Family Detached Residence Zoning District, to R-1A Single Family Detached Residence Zoning District. (B) Preliminary Plat of Subdivision request to subdivide the subject lot into two (2) buildable lots.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing has been scheduled before the Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission to be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. in the Westmont Village Hall, 31 W. Quincy St., Westmont, Illinois 60559. The purpose of the hearing is to consider a request from Mullane Healy Godley Irish Dance Academy regarding the property located at 212 and 212A East Chicago Avenue, Westmont, IL 60559 for the following: A.
PZ 15-003 Village of Westmont regarding a Zoning Code and Municipal Code text amendment as follows: (A) Amend Chapter 14, Animals of the Municipal Code and Appendix A, Section 4.05 of the Westmont Zoning Code regarding allowing accessory uses of chickens in designated residential and commercial zoning districts, subject to certain regulations. New Business PZ 15-004 Hinsdale Bank and Trust regarding the Metra train station property located at 18 West Quincy Street, Westmont, IL 60559 for the following: (A) Special Use Permit to operate an automated teller machine (ATM) in the B-1 Limited Business District. PZ 15-005 Mullane Healy Godley Irish Dance Academy regarding the property located at 212 and 212A East Chicago Avenue, Westmont, IL 60559 for the following: (A) Special Use permit request to operate an Irish Dance studio in the B-2 General Business District. 8.
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Special Use permit request to operate an Irish Dance studio in the B-2 General Business District.
Legal Description: LOTS 5, 6 AND 7 INCLUSIVE IN BLOCK 2 IN ARTHUR T. MCINTOSH AND COMPANY'S RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1, 2 AND 3 TOGETHER WITH THE ALLEYS IN SAID BLOCK; ALSO THAT PART OF ELM STREET LYING BETWEEN BLOCKS 2 AND 3 ALL IN WARREN KENNEY AND CO'S SECOND ADDITION TO CLARENDON HILLS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF (TOGETHER WITH OTHER LANDS) THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 3, LYING SOUTH OF NAPERVILLE ROAD IN TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF SAID RESUBDIVISION, RECORDED AUGUST 10, 1921 AS DOCUMENT 150100, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.S.: 09-03-313-006, 09-03-313-007, 09-03-313-010 More Common Location:
212 and 212A East Chicago Avenue, Westmont, IL 60559
Village Code(s) Applicable: Appendix "A" Section 7.03(A)(115) Appendix "A" Section 7.04 Appendix "A" Section 13.09
Note: Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting should contact the Village of Westmont, Illinois, 60559 between 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday, or telephone (630) 981-6210 voice, or (630) 981-6300 TDD, within a reasonable time before the meeting.
Note: Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting should contact the Village of Westmont, Illinois, 60559 between 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday, or telephone (630) 981-6210 voice, or (630) 981-6300 TDD, within a reasonable time before the meeting.
All interested persons in attendance will be allowed to express their views.
All interested persons in attendance will be allowed to express their views.
WESTMONT PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Ed Richard Chairperson
WESTMONT PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Ed Richard Chairperson
January 28, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life 9096
January 28, 2015 Westmont Suburban Life 9097
Suburban Life / mysuburbanlife.com • Wednesday, January 28, 2015 • SDP • CLASSIFIED
y 2015, wherein the business firm of LOCATED AT SKYLINE TRAVEL 6512 LYMAN AVENUE PROFESSIONALS DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516-0000 LOCATED AT was registered; that the true or real name or names of the 1525 OGDEN AVENUE person or persons owning the DOWNERS GROVE, IL business, with their respective 60515-0000 was registered; that the true or post office address(es), is/are real name or names of the as follows: person or persons owning the VALERIE EVANS MIOTEK business, with their respective 6512 LYMAN AVENUE post office address(es), is/are DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516-0000 as follows: PATRICIA SHIELDS IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and 1242 STONEBRIAR COURT NAPERVILLE, IL 60540-0000 Official Seal at my office in BRIAN SHIELDS Wheaton, Illinois, this 23RD 1462 GARYWOOD DRIVE day of JANUARY A.D. 2015. BURR RIDGE, IL 60527-0000 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have Paul Hinds DuPage County Clerk hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in January 28, 2015 Wheaton, Illinois, this 13TH day of JANUARY, A.D. 2015. February 4, 11, 2015 Downers Grove Suburban Life Paul Hinds 9108 DuPage County Clerk Placing Ads Is Easy! Just Call Our Classified Department Toll-Free at: 866-817-F-A-S-T that's 866-817-3278
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