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D209 re-ups with food service despite discontent Aramark, provider for last 7 years, gets contract and an earful By THOMAS VOGEL

Staff Reporter

he Proviso District 209 Board of Education approved a new one-year, roughly $1.1 million contract with Aramark Education Services for the upcoming school year, despite strong criticism from school officials and board members at its July 11 board meeting. Aramark has provided food services to D209 for the past seven school years but recently there has been a significant dip in student participation and anecdotal complaints from both students and board members about food quality. But given the bidding process timeline, including complying with Illinois state law, and the new 2017-2018 school year starting in about a month, the board needed to move forward with a food vendor and voted to approve the contract. “I have zero confidence in this company,” Patrick Hardy, Proviso East’s principal, said of Aramark. “I want to say that I am sad they’re here. This is one of the most frustrating moments I’ve had in my time here.” D209 began the process of finding a new food service provider in March in an effort to see greater student participation along with expanded food options, including healthier meals, according to documents in its March 14 meeting packet. The Illinois State Board of Education must approve food service contracts to ensure compliance with federal and state lunch program guidelines. Four companies responded to a bid request in May, with Aramark submitting the lowest quote by about $8,000. Illinois state law requires school districts to See ARAMARK on page 4

WILLIAM CAMARGO/Staff Photographer

STREETSCAPE: Jim Nadeau stands in front of his business, Nadeau’s Ice House, on Roosevelt Road on July 14. The thoroughfare is in the midst of a makeover.

Roosevelt street work: No fun, but worthwhile Business owners talk about putting up with construction By JOHN RICE Contributing Reporter

A survey of business owners and employees along the north side of

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Roosevelt Road produced a chorus of comments about the ongoing construction. Some were positive, others talked about how it has hurt their bottom line, but almost all agreed that the vil-

lage has done a good job keeping them informed about the various stages of construction. See CONSTRUCTION on page 4

Rice’s musical pursuits

Human remains may be from murder

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Celebrating 100 Years

A musical tune-up

usic Fest is coming this weekend. I won’t be performing, but with the progress I’m making on piano, it may just be a matter of time. I gave up touring and releasing albums a few years ago but that doesn’t mean I’ve stopped tickling the ivories every night. My playing had plateaued, though, and I was searching for a breakthrough. I felt like Sonny Rollins blowing his saxophone atop the Williamsburg Bridge for two years. Sonny took a sabbatical from performing to perfect his sound. Those solitary nights on the bridge helped him create those cascades of sound that only Sonny could produce. Suddenly, after 13 years, I had my own breakthrough. I could actually play my jazz and pop standards without looking at the keys. I can’t even do that when I type. Speaking of which, that’s how I sounded when I first started playing piano, like I was tapping a computer keyboard. I was hitting the right keys but I wasn’t making the songs my own. Now that I could read the notes and play, I could pour my emotions into the songs.

They started sounding like they were supposed to sound. But there was still something missing — an audience. I get great pleasure from playing solo, but my career goal is to play background in a noisy restaurant. I want to share my music with others. First, I had to find out if I was ready. Jim Goelitz, who teaches piano at Kagan & Gaines, graciously invited me to audition for him. Though I’m accustomed to playing piano, Jim had me use a keyboard. This was really an advantage because I tend to hit the piano keys a little too hard. Jim is a very gentle spirit, with an encouraging attitude, so I wasn’t nervous. I played a few Gershwin songs for him. He was impressed with my ability to read music and play chords. There was just one element missing — rhythm. This was especially evident on “I Got Rhythm” and “Fascinating Rhythm.” I feared rhythm was an innate gift. Either you have it or you don’t. It certainly didn’t run in my family, if you consider my parents had nine kids. But Jim helped me understand how to create it.

JOHN RICE

I get great pleasure

from playing solo, but my career goal is to play background in a noisy restaurant. I want to share my music with others.

He also taught me more about the notes I was playing. It seemed that they required a different number of beats. I wasn’t holding my whole notes long enough, or playing my quarter notes fast enough. He also pointed out these squiggly lines that were called “rests.” Under his tutelage, I learned more in a half hour than I had learned in years. At the end of our session, Jim invited me to observe and possibly sit in with his ensemble, which practices on Friday evenings. I was overjoyed. My favorite musical memory was starting a song with my group, “The Senior Moments,” and having the bass and drum kick in. Plus, I was really impressed with Jim’s ensemble. I heard the 11-piece band play at Healy’s Westside in June. They swung through jazz standards, gritty blues and soulful ballads. They packed the cavernous bar. They were a very diverse group of students who blended beautifully. Jim’s band was preceded by another swinging K & G ensemble led by Sean Francois. Both of these groups will be playing at Music Fest on Saturday at noon on the west stage. You may see me there, tapping my foot. If I’m feeling really confident, I may even clap along. ■ John Rice is a columnist/private detective, who has seen his business and family thrive in Forest Park. He thoroughly enjoys life in the village and still gets a thrill smelling Red Hots, watching softball and strolling through cemeteries.

Police say human remains may be from homicide Still waiting for records from medical examiner By THOMAS VOGEL Staff Reporter

Forest Park Police Chief Thomas Aftanas said July 14 that his department is treating the case of unidentified human remains found inside an abandoned vehicle in the 1000 block of Lathrop Avenue on June 29 as a homicide investigation.

Correction An article in the July 12 Forest Park Review [“Variance granted to build home on narrow lot”] confused two LLCs. An LLC owned by River Forest Trustee Patty Henek and her husband called JP Properties 2119 Harlem is unrelated to the LLC owned by another River Forest trustee, Susan Conti, called JP Props Inc. JP Props Inc. is the owner of the property at 135 Desplaines Ave. The Review regrets the error.

No official designation has been made, however, Aftanas said, because his department has not determined a cause of death. There are no suspects at this point. Forest Park Police are working with the West Suburban Major Crimes Task Force on the case. “This is a possible homicide. At no time did I say it is definitely a homicide,” Af Aftanas said. “Until we make identification [on the body], we’re kind of stuck right now. We know very little.” Trauma to a body can trigger homicide investigations, but given the “severely decomposed” human remains, that will be dif difficult, Aftanas said. He said it will be at least 30 days before the Cook County Medical Examiner has results from dental records. A spokesperson for the county said in a July 13 email the investigation is ongoing. As reported by the Review, some residents on the 1000 block of Lathrop Avenue found what was later determined to be human remains in a black plastic garbage can

placed on the back seat of a car parked on their property around 8 p.m. on June 29. Aftanas did confirm the remains are from a single human but did not know the age or sex. The residents who found the remains had been renting a parking space to another man. That man, Aftanas said, has been dead for some time, but the car remained on the resident’s property. Aftanas said the car had been parked there for at least a year. Aftanas said he has “no knowledge” of the car owner’s death, but he did confirm the car owner’s did not take place in Forest Park. The remains found in the car are not those of the owner. On June 29, the residents decided to remove the car from their property. It had a tarp over it. They removed the tarp and broke one of the windows to get inside. Then, they saw a garbage can in the backseat. After taking the garbage can out of the car, they found the human remains and called the police.

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CONSTRUCTION

Celebrating 100 Years

ing road construction.” Orange cones alert drivethru customers. “The construction has been causing problems,” she acknowledged. “We had to close some drive-thru lanes.” Dass attends the meetings every Friday with the construction company at the interfrom page 1 section of Circle and Roosevelt. “Communication with the construction company could be better,” she Charles Tzouras, owner of the Golden Steer Restausaid. “They need to let us know when they’re tearrant, believes the construction is worthwhile. He liking things up.” Besides these meetings, Dass receives ened it to an “illness” the village must recover from weekly updates from the village. to upgrade Roosevelt Road. “Looks-wise, it will make At Carole’s Tavern, patrons are complaining, just Roosevelt Road cleaner and better.” Tzouras had no like the customers at Cardinal’s. Bartender Liz Wilproblem with communication from the village as the loughby said, “It’s making it harder for customers to project has progressed. find parking. It was hard enough already. It’s a mess Jim Nadeau, proprietor of Nadeau’s Ice Sculpout there.” tures Inc., was also positive about the project. “As Customers at Fade City have the same problem. luck would have it,” he said, “the construction hasn’t Owner Nico Perez said, “The construction affects hurt our business.” That’s because they made a maparking. Customers have to park blocks away. I hope jor change to their business plan last September. “We it’s worth it when it’s finished. The owner of Salo’s used to sell cubed ice and dry ice, but we cut back enDry Cleaning & Alterations has no such complaints. WILLIAM CAMARGO/Staff Photographer “It’s not hurting business, so far,” said Solomon Gutitirely on retail.” It just wasn’t profitable to sell ice to customers who came to the front door. errez. “The village is communicating well and the “The construction and Ultra Foods closing has been a dou“We decided to just stick with ice carvings,” Nadeau said, project is worthwhile.” adding that the village has been very much on top of the street ble whammy for us,” he said. Besides its effect on business, That was not the sentiment at Siloe Beauty Braid Gallery the project caused added anxiety when it temporarily shut Corp. The owner said, “The construction is making it very project. “We receive e-mail blasts about what to expect next.” However, he was critical of certain aspects of the plan. down due to the state budget impasse. “It’s moving pretty hard to park. There’s no wheelchair access.” She hopes it “I’m glad they’re doing something on Roosevelt Road, but fast now,” Moccio said, “but the flowerboxes in the middle will help in the future. One of her customers also piped up. I don’t understand the medians. I don’t see the value of it. will be a disaster, a real traffic hazard.” Kimaya Wentworth complained that the construction has At Spotless Car Wash, owner Bill McKenzie commented increased her commute time from 20 minutes to an hour. We need all the road space we can get.” Otherwise, Nadeau was very pleased about the decorative brickwork and the briefly, “The construction is hurting business, but the Andrea P., an employee at JM Mattress & Furniture Store, work needs to be done.” McKenzie has already survived a has also experienced longer commutes. “The construction ornamental streetlights. At Cardinal Wine & Spirits, owner Sanjay Bhatt confessed streetscape project at his location on Madison Street. That is really bothering me. All these cones confuse me. I get deconstruction was even more disruptive because it involved layed and sometimes I’m late for work.” that construction was hurting sales. “The customers complain about it,” he said. “They want new sewers. He credited the village for keeping him inAndrea may be frazzled by the construction, but the atmoto know when it will be done.” Bhatt believes the project formed and said, “The construction superintendent has sphere inside R. Eck & Son Inc. was positively placid. Frank will be good for business in the long run and said communi- been very responsive. He’s made some changes we request- Pedi said the project is not hurting their roofing business. ed and the project will help business when it’s finished.” cation from the village has been good. “We’re not a retail operation,” he noted. “We get our busiForest Park National Bank has also seen its share of A few doors to the east, Jimmy Moccio was very upset ness word-of-mouth.” This model has been successful since about what the project was doing to his barbeque restau- woes due to the project. Branch Manager Pam Dass has a 1912 and their office has been at their Roosevelt Road locasign posted in the lobby, “The office will remain open dur- tion since 1963. He’s happy with the village’s weekly uprant, Smokin’ M’s. dates but takes a dim view of the project. “It won’t be worth it when it’s done. Parking is already difficult.” work toward satisfying the board. In a July 13 email to the Review, Time Dimensions Clock Repair has also been at its loca“In any district, students are likely to Hardy declined to share the photos. tion a long time. Owner Lloyd Posavec said, “This is the have complaints with something about “I have zero confidence in what Arthird time we’ve had major construction in the 38 years the food,” an Aramark spokesperson at amark will do for my students. I will we’ve been here. Customers are complaining there’s no the July 11 meeting said. “But we know say this publicly because it’s how place to park, but at least they haven’t torn up the sidewalk. that we are here to serve the students I feel. I only see one difference beThe village sends notices when there’s a transition.” and make sure they’re nourished between my students and the students Posavec believes the temporary inconvenience is worth it. from page 1 cause we know and believe that their they serve well, and they better fig“Roosevelt Road will conform to the rest of the village,” he observed. “It will look like Madison Street, with new streetaward contracts worth more than nourishment is very closely tied to ure out how to serve race and poverlights and bump-outs.” their academic success.” ty because I’m not going to tolerate it $25,000 to the lowest bidder. At the western edge of the project, Joe Cali said the projKelly requested twice weekly up- and I’m not going to fall on my sword Board President Theresa Kelly and ect was having, “no impact on business” at Kagan & Gaines dates from school principals and Rofor Aramark,” Hardy said, to loud apboard member Samuel Valtierrez, Co. Inc. “People can still find parking.” The only hardship dríguez said the district would have plause from audience members. “If whose kids are students in the diswas when workers poured fresh concrete for the sidewalk, audits throughout the year to keep they serve other students well, they trict, abstained from the vote. customers had to enter the store through American Music better figure out how to serve my stuBoard members and school officials, tabs on the food service. World. Cali is otherwise gung ho about the project. Board member Ned Wagner said dents because they deserve it too.” including Supt. Jesse Rodriguez and “The black ornamental streetlights will make the street he’s heard students reporting “abysThe reported decrease in stuHardy, criticized Aramark’s past permore inviting,” he said. “The medians will slow down traffic. mal, horrible food” from Aramark. dent participation, according to the formance at the meeting and cautioned New curbs and sidewalks will give the street a cleaner look.” “We were very sad [about] the March board documents, was about company representatives present at Cali believes, “It was about time they gave Roosevelt a the meeting that while the business level of service that we were seeing 50 percent. This drop occurred “even little respect, like installing brick pavers. It will be classier.” relationship would continue, it was last year from Aramark,” Rodriguez though there is no cost for breakfast Finally, Chubbs Polfus, a mainstay at McGaffer’s Tavern said. “It was quite embarrassing and/or lunch” for students. D209, in imperative the district see significant sounded off about the project. improvements to their level of service. for me as the superintendent to see 2015, began participating in the fed“Construction is cutting into our business,” he said. “The best predictor of future perfor- those students and the quality of ser- eral Community Eligibility Provi“They need more signage that says ‘business open.’ It’s resion (CEP), which reimburses school mance is past performance. … If I were vice they were getting.” ally hurt our lunch crowd. Miller made us a banner that Hardy added he’s seen Aramark districts in low-income areas for to bet on this, I am going to bet it’s not says our business is open.” McGaffer’s is adapting by servgoing to happen,” Rodriguez said. “You serve spoiled milk and bread and meal costs, according to the U.S. Deing food on Thursdays and Fridays from 4-7 p.m. have a bad track record. Let’s fix that.” burnt pizza and has photographic partment of Agriculture’s website. “We get the grill going and offer beer specials,” Polfus “Our students deserve better,” KelAramark reps said there have been evidence. He also told Aramark repsaid. Overall, he’s pleased with the project. “The village management changes at the com- resentatives his students merit a bet- ly said of the current quality of food has been good. The project is worthwhile. It will slow down pany and that they were willing to ter level of service. service. traffic.”

Streetscaping continues

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One-year contract approved

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New state budget to skim revenue from municipalities

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Two percent ‘collector’s fee’ will negatively affect Forest Park, official says By BOB UPHUES AND THOMAS VOGEL Senior Editor and Staff Reporter

The state of Illinois will take a 2 percent “collector’s fee” from Forest Park’s nonhome rule sales tax, which typically brings in between $1.8 and $2 million annually. The provision, which is included in the state’s new budget bill passed on July 6, went into effect July 1. The Illinois Department of Revenue, which collects certain types of taxes on behalf of municipalities and then reimburses local governments, will now charge the 2 percent fee. Forest Park Village Administrator Tim Gillian said Forest Park will lose between $36,000 and $40,000 in funding for infrainfra structure projects across the village. That lost revenue will affect the scope of projects in spring 2018, Gillian said. Those projects have yet to be finalized. The village’s current infra infrastructure work will not be impact-ed. “Anytime there’s a reduction, we’ll have to look at the scope and amount of projects we take on,” Gillian said July 14. “… The moves they make in Springfield definitely impact the smaller communities.” State Rep. Michael Zalewski (D-Riverside), who is chairman of the House Revenue and Finance Committee, said the 2 percent fee was an Illinois Department of Revenue initiative and a way to recover administrative costs for collecting and then returning the locally imposed taxes. Gillian, as village administrator, was not too surprised by the new provision. “Unfortunately … we are getting very used to it,” Gillian said. “The state, through this whole budget dilemma, has been threatening property tax freezes, which would hurt us. … They do that stuff all the time, not really understanding the impact it has, especially on smaller communities like us that are non-home rule.” Gov. Bruce Rauner has called for a property tax freeze and suggested in 2015 that local governments receive a reduced share of the Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF), which is funded through the state income tax, as part of his so-called “Turnaround Agenda.” As reported by the Review, Gillian re-

ceived an award from the West Central Municipal Conference (WCMC), in part, for his advocacy of the LGDF. Gillian said Forest Park, through its membership in the Illinois Municipal League (IML) and the WCMC, will continue to lobby state government. “This is just another effort by the state to reduce municipal funding, even when the funds are locally generated, to offset the state’s budget problems,” Brad Cole, IML’s executive director wrote in a July 15 email. Local municipalities already get a 1.25 percent cut of the state-man state-mandated 6.25 sales tax. That portion will not be affected by the new provi provision. The 201718 state budget bill calls for a 10 percent reduction in the amount paid to municipali municipalities from the Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF). Zalewski, however, said municipalities can expect in 2017-18 to receive the same amount of LGDF revenue they collected in 2016-17. But Illinois municipalities are still owed LGDF money from the last fiscal year. That revenue will be rolled into payments made in 2017-18 and the total will equal the amount of revenue towns collected in 2016-17. Had the budget not included a state income tax increase, the impact to the LGDF would have been worse, Zalewski said. “[State Comptroller Susana] Mendoza was going to be unable to make the 2017 payments, so that 10 percent cut to 2017 would have been much worse, or the towns may have never realized the payment. Things were that bad,” Zalewski said. “All that aside, I’d argue on the whole we did our best to hold LGDF harmless.” The LGDF reduction is only for fiscal year 2017-18, according to the budget bill, and Zalewski said he will sit down with local mayors to make sure they are part of the conversation about these issues. “I think the mayors have a very strong voice and we are going to have to revisit some of the things we did to make it less burdensome with regard to LGDF,” Zalewski said. “I don’t know that the book is closed on any of these things. The mayors remain a vital part of all of these discussions.”

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Madison Street is back in tunes Annual Music Fest weekend begins July 21 By Tom Holmes Contributing Reporter

There will be a flood — of people, not water — on Madison Street this weekend as Forest Park’s annual three-day Music Fest kicks off July 21 at 5 p.m. Madison Street will be blocked off to vehicular traffic from Circle Avenue to Desplaines Avenue from Friday through Sunday. Festival-goers can enter at either Desplaines or Circle. Two performance stages bookend the blocked-off street. There is a $5 admission fee. The weeklong event, produced by Star Events and sponsored by the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, will feature 24 bands. “Our bands are chosen based on those that have a following in the area as well as at the request of the committee,” Dayna Malow, a spokesperson for Star Events, said. “We are excited to have a diverse line-up featuring minority owned [and] fronted bands playing a variety of blues, soul, Motown, and original music.” Laurie Kokenes, executive director of the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, said that the primary goal of Music Fest is not to make money. Kokenes and a Star Events spokesperson declined to share payment details. “The purpose of this event,” she said, “is to keep Forest Park’s name out there, showcase our village and local businesses, and create an opportunity for Madison Street exposure.” Kokenes acknowledged there are shortterm winners and losers during the three day weekend. Patrick O’Brien, owner of Scratch Deli and Cafe and Scratch Kitchen and Lounge, took a big risk last year by investing a total of $1,400 to rent two spaces on the street with tents from Star Events. “We had a great experience at Music Fest for both locations,” he said. “We made great money, got great exposure for the deli and

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SUMMER FUN: Festival-goers fill Madison Street during Music Fest in 2016. Dave Uhrich of 97 Nine plays at East Stage (top left) and Keene Jones tries her luck at basketball (bottom left).

saw many new faces as a result.” Augie Aleksy, owner of Centuries and Sleuths Book Store, paid Star Events $200 for a space in front of his shop, bought his own tent for $100 instead of renting one from Star, and he still made money. He was able to sell 31 copies, for instance, of a $39 book titled Hidden Hemingway. Connie Brown, of Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor, said the line to get ice cream at her shop on the Sunday evening of Music Fest last year extended all the way out to the sidewalk. Several businesses, however, fared poorly during last year’s event. People from Forest Park National Bank, Maison de Bonbon,

Madison Street Shoes, Team Blonde (TB), Counter Coffee and Axcan Grill said business was down significantly during last year’s event — blaming access problems, the $5 admission fee, and a demographic attracted to the event that didn’t patronize the shops. Heidi Vance, co-owner of TB and Counter Coffee, echoed many business owners when she said that although she lost business during the three days, she understands the positives of having an event like Music Fest — that what is good for the street is, in the long run, good for each of the individual businesses. Several years ago the Chamber of Commerce put on a similar event on its own, which they called Summer Fest. At that event, the Forest Park police had to deal with crowd control, Deputy Chief of Police Mike Keating, said. “Music Fest has gone smoothly for the past two years,” Keating noted. “The organizers of this event have a fantastic security team which works well with our police department. It also helps that the venue is

fenced in, which contains the crowds.” Because the FPPD are not as focused on security, they are able to do more community policing. “Forest Park police officers will be present,” said Keating, “walking inside and mingling with the crowd. Being a police officer these days is not an easy job. We have been using a ‘community policing’ approach with citizens since way before the phrase was coined. Law-abiding people love to see our officers out there keeping everyone safe and they absolutely appreciate the fact that those officers would be the first to run toward the danger and do whatever they need to do to keep people safe.” John Doss, public works director, also recalled the days when the Chamber put on Summer Fest but needed all the of the village departments to help out. “The days of us working all weekend are over. Star handles everything,” Doss said. “The only thing we do is provide water, which consists of two adapters on hydrants.”

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Waking up on the wrong side of the train A 32-year-old woman was charged with aggravated assault after waving a broken bottle at a CTA employee at 711 Desplaines Ave. on July 11 around 5:30 a.m. The CTA employee saw, according to the police report, the woman sleeping on a train car he was clearing of passengers. He woke her up and she “became irate” and then began “swinging the jagged edges of the broken bottle” at him. He was not cut. Officers eventually arrived and took the woman into custody.

Bike theft ■■An Oak Park woman told Forest Park police, July 10, someone had taken her locked white and blue bike from a rack on Circle Avenue near the Harlem Avenue CTA Green Line Station. The theft occurred sometime between 11:45 a.m. and 12:25 p.m. ■■A $300 bike in a garage on the 200 block of Elgin was stolen sometime between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. on July 13. A neighbor may have accidently left the garage door open, according to the police report.

Counterfeit purchase A 35-year-old Chicago man was arrested, July 11 around 6:30 p.m., after trying to return about $1,200 worth of merchandise to Walmart, 1300 Desplaines Ave. He had bought the merchandise about an hour earlier with counterfeit $100 bills at a Walmart in Chicago. Walmart employees at the Forest Park location called police after the 35-year-old tried to return items at the customer service desk. The employees had contacted the Chicago location after realizing the items had been purchased that same day and were told the purchase was made with counterfeit money.

Officers later searched the 35-year-old’s car, which had multiple bullet holes, and found an additional 31 counterfeit bills.

Retail theft A 44-year-old Chicago man was arrested for retail theft after stuffing about $1,350 worth of children’s clothes in an empty car seat box inside Walmart, 1300 Desplaines Ave., on July 15 around 5 p.m. The offender along with another person, removed the car seat and filled the box with the clothes. He then tried to use the selfcheckout register and pay for the face value of the car seat, along with a car phone charger, totaling about $75. He was stopped by police and Walmart security shortly after leaving the store. These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Forest Park Police Department, July 10-16, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded. Unless otherwise indicated, anybody named in these reports has only been charged with a crime. These cases have not been adjudicated.

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49th Annual No Glove National Softball Tournament July 27 to 30, Forest Park Park District, 7501 Harrison St.: Don’t miss the fun and excitement that this historic tournament has to offer. Come out and see the most prestigious and competitive 16” softball tournament in Chicagoland. There will be softball, food, beer, pop, and fun for the entire family. Get with the tradition and have tons of fun, too. For more info visit www.noglovenationals.com.

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Hess & the Daughter of the Late Elizabeth Peters (Barbara Mertz) — ‘The Painted Queen’ July 25, 7 to 9 p.m., Centuries and Sleuths, 7419 Madison Street ■ Kristen

Lepionka and Lori Rader-Day — ‘The Last Place You Look’ and ‘ The Day I Died’ July 29, 7 to 9 p.m., Centuries and Sleuths, 7419 Madison Street

Potter Con: Fantastic Beasts July 30, 2 to 5 p.m., Forest Park Public Library, Austin Room, 7555 Jackson Blvd.: To celebrate the end of our summer program, we are bringing back our popular Harry Potter convention. Look for special games and activities that tie in with our nature theme by celebrating Fantastic Beasts.

Property Tax Appeal Workshop hosted by Rep. Chris Welch July 27, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Proviso Math & Science Academy, 8601 W. Roosevelt Road: Bring your property tax bill or PIN with you when you attend.

Ice Cream Social & Book Swap!

The Culture Group: Reading Awake — Far From The Tree

July 27, 5 to 7 p.m., Forest Park Public Library, Austin Room, 7555 Jackson Blvd.: Everyone is invited to the Library’s 3rd Annual Ice Cream Social and Book Swap. Bring a book in good condition and swap it for another book. All ages are welcome but selection is not guaranteed. Ice cream will be available. First come first served.

July 26, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Forest Park Public Library, Conference Room, 7555 Jackson Blvd.: This group will meet to discuss issues surrounding the complex and challenging topics of our time. On the fourth Wednesday of each month, we will meet for an intelligent, engaging, and honest discussion about nonfiction and fiction. All are welcomed to take part. Books available for check out at the Circulation Desk five weeks before discussion.

Back to School Health Fair hosted by Rep. Chris Welch July 29, 10 a.m., Proviso West High School, 4701 W. Harrison, Hillside.: Call 708-450-1000 for information.

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Two Proviso projects down, one to go D209 board approves asbestos removal, to be finished by start of school By THOMAS VOGEL Staff Reporter

The District 209 Board of Education, at its July 11 meeting, unanimously approved a $297,613.15 contract with an outside firm to remove asbestos, repair school kitchens and replace floors at Proviso East and West. That approval comes just as two other projects, a $2.2 million heating and piping upgrade and a new $1.1 million security system are nearing completion. D209 is working to transform certain parts of its campus into personalized learning centers, parent centers and blended learning labs as well as updating teacher lounges. The asbestos removal and kitchen repair work is part of that effort. All work is scheduled to be completed by midAugust, before the start of the 2017-2018 school year. There will be five or six “personalized learning centers” at both Proviso East and West, repurposing current office and classroom space, Supt. Dr. Jesse Rodriguez said July 17. Those centers will serve about 200 of the district’s roughly 1,000 so-called “credit deficient” students, using on-site counselors, a somewhat different layout than a traditional classroom and a lower teacher-to-student ratio to help students fulfill graduation requirements. “It’s a little wing, an area of the building where we will provide services to those students based on their individual needs,” Rodriguez said. “The idea is make sure they are achieving credits. That’s the idea, to go away from the traditional setting. We know the traditional setting didn’t work

for these kids.” The district may expand those centers in the future, Rodriguez added. He is hopeful, however, that the schools system can address the credit issue using upfront collaboration with the district’s feeder schools and working with students and families. “Right now,” Rodriguez said, “there is a big need.” DR. JESSE RODRIGUEZ Of the eight bids, Franklin ParkPTHS D209 superintendent based Husar Abatement submitted the lowest quote, at just under $300,000 and about $50,000 less than the next lowest bid. Work is set to begin after the district’s Financial Oversight Panel approves the contract. The $2.2 million project includes mechanical, electrical and plumbing work at all three of the district’s schools. This includes pool ventilation, HVAC, auditorium air conditioning and a grease trap. That work, which will be done by contractor C. Ascitelli, should be finished by Aug. 1. The bid was first approved by the district’s Financial Oversight Panel in September 2016. For the $1.1 million security system upgrade, D209 contracted with Pace Systems Inc. The roughly 600 cameras at Proviso East and West were “old and beyond their useful life.” Todd Drafall, D209’s chief financial and operations

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“ That’s the idea, to go away from the traditional setting. We know the traditional setting didn’t work for these kids.” DR. JESSE RODRIGUEZ PTHS D209 superintendent

manager, said July 17, it has been at least a decade since the last upgrade. According to documents in the board’s July 11 meeting packet, that work was scheduled to be finished by June 30. The district’s Financial Oversight Panel approved the bid in July 2016. The three projects come as D209 continues to work toward completing its Facilities Master Plan, a holistic, long-range planning document for the school system’s physical footprint. As reported by the Review, the D209 Board of Education approved a $139,900 contract in June with Chicagobased consultant Perkins and Will to draft the plan. That work, which includes research on current facilities, focus groups and community meetings, is ongoing. “It is imperative that we have that plan done as soon as possible,” Rodriguez said. “We’re talking about millions of dollars and more.”

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Two Circle Avenue ‘brownfield’ sites are clean A grant from the EPA funded the environmental assessments By THOMAS VOGEL and MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporters

Two properties on the 7200 block of Circle Avenue were determined to have no environmental liabilities, Cook County officials said July 12. The so-called “brownsites,” formerly Kevil’s Restaurant and Culligan Water Conditioning, were part of a seven-town U.S. EPA-funded grant program to redevelop old industrial sites. The Cook County Department of Environmental Control secured a $600,000 grant in 2014 to “assess vacant, abandoned, and underutilized” sites in seven western suburbs, including Forest Park, Bellwood, Maywood and Melrose Park. “Our goal is really to do assessments, to get information to remove any uncertainty if there are any contaminants,” said Deborah Stone, director of the Cook County Department of Environmental Control. “Really it’s a benefit for the community in terms of health and safety.” Potential environmental contamination can slow redevelopment and the grant program is designed to help that process along and identify any problems that must be addressed. The two sites went through a $10,000 Phase One assessment in 2016, said Kevin Schnoes, deputy director of the department,

including records research and a site walkthrough. Nothing hazardous was found. “That’s good news,” Schnoes said. A more substantial Phase Two assessment will not be performed, given the first round results. Forest Park Village Administrator Tim Gillian said the village participated in the grant program to help the redevelopment process at the two sites. The assessments were less about suspected environmental hazards, Gillian said, and more about just helping along development. “The property owners on Circle were thankful we put them in touch with those folks,” Gillian said. “If that helps to start some development on those sites, then obviously that’s good for everybody. That’s why we participated in the first place.” According to estimates by the Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT), there are nearly 90 brownfield parcels located in western Cook County. And the Illinois State Fire Marshall has counted 684 petroleum-related Underground Storage Tank (UST) locations in the seven municipalities. The CNT estimates that there are 20 brownfield parcels in Forest Park that cover roughly 60 acres. In total, the grant program identified and assessed 30 sites in the seven coalition communities that cover 127 acres. Currently,

more than 120 acres are in the process of redevelopment or are being planned for future reuse, according to a statement released by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on June 13. “Brownfield sites are difficult to redevelop,” Preckwinkle said at a June 13 press conference. “By freeing up these sites for reinvestment, we not only protect the environment but we reduce eyesores for these communities.” Forest Park Director of Public Health and Safety Steve Glinke said his department had no archival records of the two sites, apart from a new roof construction permit from the 1970s. Jerry Jacknow, a local realtor and selfdescribed local historian who is from Forest Park, said Kevil’s has been a restaurant and bar for at least a half century, although the spot has gone through several name changes. Likewise, Culligan’s, and the adjacent Circle Lanes bowling alley, have been there for about as long. “I used to set pins at Circle when it was still manual,” said Jacknow, who grew up just down the block. The only industrial nearby site Jacknow recalled was a warehouse for an electrical contractor to the east of Kevil’s close to where the CVS on Harlem Avenue currently sits.

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Raising the bar

s the Proviso District 209 high schools continue to roll out their version of a “turnaround agenda,” raising the bar through clearly articulated expectations is often the first step to real change. So it was enjoyable to hear D209 officials light up their food service provider, Aramark, about poor performance and then demand improvement. “I have zero confidence in this company,” said Proviso East Principal Patrick Hardy, who is generally known for his positive approach to all things educational. So a bad review from Hardy is a really bad review. “You have a bad track record,” said D209 Supt. Dr. Jesse Rodriguez. “Let’s fix that.” It should be noted that such remarks were met with loud applause from the audience, so these are not isolated opinions. Proviso is again working with Aramark for the coming school year, reportedly, because, among other things, state law requires accepting the lowest bid, with a few exceptions. And, with the new academic year just weeks away, a restarted bidding process on such a crunched timeline was impractical and could have left D209 without a food vendor when classes began. But surely there is some provision for “firing” a vendor who isn’t doing the job. If there isn’t, there certainly ought to be. Until that happens, notice has at least been served and feet are being held to the fire. Food service is one of those unsexy practical details that is nonetheless essential to creating an atmosphere in which students can thrive academically. When a trip to the cafeteria is a depressing prospect, it doesn’t bode well for student morale. Let’s hope Aramark rises to raised expectations and, if not, that Proviso quickly finds a better alternative.

Coping with construction chaos

Business owners aren’t exactly thrilled with the Roosevelt Road construction project. Some are downright skeptical. That’s natural and understandable. But it’s heartening to hear that most are on board and believe the final outcome will be, as several said, “worthwhile.” The Roosevelt Road business district has always been the “poor stepsister” of Madison Street, but most stakeholders seem to recognize that a more attractive streetscape is a step in the right direction, at least on the north side of the street. The mall has always been an underperformer, and the recent closure of Ultra Foods reinforces that notion. But the village has more influence on the fortunes of the north side of the street and that’s what this project is really about. Some of the business owners liken it to medicine — not fun but necessary. In our survey of sentiments in today’s paper, several complained about the mess and the inconvenience but said the project was ultimately worth doing. That kind of attitude bodes well for the Forest Park business community in general. It’s the same mentality one finds on Madison Street where merchants are willing to put up with the creative chaos of Music Fest (this weekend) in order to raise the overall profile of Forest Park and its main street. Infrastructure upgrades are inseparably tied to business success. It doesn’t guarantee success, but if the enterprises are enterprising enough, a more attractive street certainly helps. This too shall pass. And we trust the finished product will also pass muster.

OPINION From chicory to free speech, we persist

’ve been enjoying nature’s showcase of chicory growing along the edges of cemeteries along 22nd Street, 1st Avenue, and St. Charles Road, on street corners, in cracked sidewalks and on roadsides. This blue beauty roots its glory where other plants would feel mistreated, taking the opportunity with its partner, the delicate Queen Anne’s lace, providing contrast with its simple white blooms on branched taproot. It decorates the guardrail at the end of Circle and 16th, on the south side of Roosevelt, once known as the Betsy Ross district, before the grade centers came to pass. Like living in a gated community, the south end of town, is a small puzzle of one-way streets, with a simple four-by-three-block micro-community within Forest Park. Affectionately known as SoRo (South of Roosevelt) by some of its inhabitants, it is the only home Henry, my oldest son, has ever known. When I was pregnant, casual conversations with co-workers, friends and families would often meander to the “pain of childbirth.” Luckily, there were no complications and with a midwife at my side, we reframed the discomfort of childbirth and approached this life event with courage and trust. Once Henry was born, we had a reason to walk the streets of Forest Park, whether with a stroller or tricycle or on foot just to find pinecones. Then with a toddler in hand, the new question du jour became, “Where is Henry going to high school?” So armed with our attitude of courage and trust, we took the one-day-at-a-time approach for over 5,100 days, and now, here we are, experiencing the summer before Henry starts high school in the only town our kids have ever known. This week marks the final days of eight consecuconsecu tive years of summer baseball season, which Henry started in Forest Park’s tot leagues. Last year we survived a Forest Park shift to River Forest leagues when our Forest Park baseball family thinned below the necessary nine players to field a team. Henry played with Pony League in Oak Park along with the three remaining ballers from the Mighty Tee’s of yesteryear. While he makes new friends from the other side of Harlem, many of Henry’s eighth-grade compadres from Forest Park Middle School are taking summer school classes at their prospective high schools, including several who are entering the International Baccalaureate program at PMSA. Henry, on his own path, and his kindergarten friend from Betsy Ross, Jah, are enriching their musical skills

four hours a day at Proviso East Marching Band camp. We are incredibly grateful to District 91 schools for their devotion and support of music in elementary and middle school. Henry has been able to take full advantage of the opportunity, learning to play the flute. Now his comfort on the flute has propelled him to the piccolo, and the new challenges of marching and playing. He is growing this summer under the direction of Mr. Seals, a dynamic and engaging band leader who is pleased to have this high-pitched woodwind in his band. Logan, my nearly 10-year-old, meanwhile, is also finishing a season of baseball, with an incredible group of Forest Park kids and families. Once again, our family has been fortunate to be surrounded by a team of talented coaches, warmly engaging parents and great kids in the Forest Park baseball leagues. Our youth baseball travels have taken us to Batavia, Northlake, through Stone Park and Arlington Heights, and no matter where we go, we find the outcrops of the familiar blue chicory along the roads and sidewalks. Perhaps I have fallen in love with chicory because of its beauty, its perseverance, its tenacity and its reach. The blooms this summer have struck a profound chord for me. While driving along to the All-American games, Henry has been working on his Citizenship in the Nation merit badge, which includes reviewing the 27 amendments to the Constitution. While each amendment is unique and impressive, it is the first one that gets me more energized than any other: the core of democracy, freedom of speech, the reason for additions to the original 10 Bill of Rights. Its significance in our country is profound, beautiful, and — like the chicory weed — takes root and grows from every corner across the United States, from sea to shining sea. As the Forest Park community takes on courageous conversations, I hope you will take a moment to engage in the com community survey offered through Forest Park’s local newspaper, the Forest Park Review. Your voice and trust is valued and we want to hear from you. Com Complete the survey online by using the link bit.ly/FPRsurvey2017. For a printed version of the survey, visit the Forest Park Review office at 141 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 or call us at (708)366-0600 or (708) 613-3340. Completed surveys must be postmarked July 28, 2017 to be eligible for random drawing.

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O B I T UA R I E S

Betty Lou Breseman, 79 U.S. Army veteran and LPN Betty Lou Breseman (nee Kimmel), 79, a longtime Forest Park resident, died on July 1, 2017 in Tampa, Florida. Born on Aug. 18, 1937, she served in the U.S. Navy from 1954 to 1957, joining right out of high school at the age of 17. In 1965, at the age of 28 and while raising three children on her own, she put herself through nursing school and graduated as an LPN to support her family. She had a lot of help and support from her mother, Isabel and her uncle, Harold Rehbein. Her neighbor, Jackie Schulz, who lived down the block on Beloit Ave., helped as well. To this day, Jackie is still loved and appreciated by all three of Mrs. Bresemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children. She worked at Loyola, Hines and Madden hospitals throughout her career and was very religious. She loved her family and will be missed by all. Betty Lou Breseman was the mother of Joseph Breseman Jr. (Michele), James, and Susan Breseman; the grandmother of Tiffany, Ronnie, Heather, Trisha, Ashley, Jimmy and Brittany; and the great-grandmother of four. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Phil and Isabel Kimmel.

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Grace Lutheran Church

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PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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Sunday Schedule Worship Service 9:30am Child care provided

fairoakspres.org OAK PARK MEETING OF FRIENDS (Quakers) Meeting For Worship Sundays at 10:00 a.m. at Oak Park Art League 720 Chicago Ave., Oak Park Please call 708-445-8201 www.oakparkfriends.org

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Christ Lutheran Church

607 Harvard Street (at East Av.) Oak Park, Illinois Rev. Robert M. Niehus, Pastor Sunday Bible Class: 9:15 am Sunday School: 9:10 Sunday Worship Services: 8:00 and 10:30 am Church Office: 708/386-3306 www.christlutheranoakpark.org Lutheran-Missouri Synod

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St. Bernardine Catholic Church Harrison & Elgin, Forest Park

CELEBRATING OUR 105TH YEAR! Sat. Masses: 8:30am & 5:00pm SUNDAY MASSES: 8:00am & 10:30am 10:30 Mass-Daycare for all ages CCD Sun. 9am-10:15am Reconciliation: Sat. 9am & 4pm Weekday Masses: Monday–Friday 6:30am Church Office: 708-366-0839 CCD: 708-366-3553 www.stbern.com Pastor: Fr. Stanislaw Kuca Traditional Catholic

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Our Lady Immaculate Church 410 Washington Blvd Oak Park. 708-524-2408 Mass Times: Sat. 8:00am Sun. 7:30 & 10:00am Operated by Society of St. Pius X. Confessions 1 hr. before each mass

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Grace Lutheran School

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Roman Catholic

808 S. East Ave. 708/848-2703 www.ascensionoakpark.com Worship: Saturday Mass 5:00 pm Sunday Masses 7:30, 9:00, 11 am, 5:00 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation 4 pm Saturday Taize Prayer 7:30 pm First Fridays Feb.– Dec. & Jan. 1 Holy Hour 6:00 pm Third Thursdays

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St. Edmund Catholic Church

188 South Oak Park Ave. Saturday Masses: 8:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: 8:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses: As Announced Reconciliation: Saturday 4:15 p.m. Parish Office: 708-848-4417 School Phone: 708-386-5131

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EC TEACHERS & ASSISTANTS Private early childhood center looking for experienced teachers/ assistants for full time positions. Reliability, flexibility, and experience required. Hours 9am-6pm. Competitive salary and benefits available; bilingual a plus. Please contact Lisa at 708-445-1572 or blockscenters@gmail.com to schedule an interview.

PART TIME CAR WASH ATTENDANT SPOTLESS CARWASH at 7343 Roosevelt Rd and 7802 Madison St in Forest Park needs an attendant. We are looking for someone who likes to be outside, and is friendly and likes people. The duties are to meet and greet customers, make change, sell tokens, automatic and self serve wash use instructions, keep lot and the perimeter clean, and empty the garbage. Pay is $10.00 per hour. The hours an attendant is on duty are 9-5 on week days and 9-4 on Saturday and Sunday. If you can fit any of these hours on a part time basis we can work with you. Please come to 7343 Roosevelt Rd. in Forest Park to pick up an application. 708-771-2945 Thank you

AUSTIN VILLAGE 5939 W. Midway Parkway Remodeled 1 BR. Half block from Oak Park, Green Line & shops. 3rd Floor. $800/month. Heat not included. 708-383-9223 or 773-676-6805.

EXPERIENCED PIANO TEACHER West Suburban Montessori School is seeking an experienced piano teacher to work with our students between the ages of 4 and 12 years old. The position will be part-time for 4 or 5 afternoons per week throughout the school year and possibly summer. Candidates may send a resume to the Head of School, Patty Eggerding, at peggerding@ wsms.org HANDY PERSON Job Description Circle Property Management is currently seeking a general maintenance/repair/handyman who will be responsible for small building and tenant requested repairs for building upkeep, curb appeal and tenant requests. Qualifications The successful candidate will be honest, hard working, timely and reliable. We’re looking for a personable self-starter to provide a variety of repair services at our company. Send resume to this Email: circlemgnt@yahoo.com Liferay Java Developer sought by Thirdwave, LLC in Chicago, IL. (& other US locations as needed). Wrkg w/ prgm mngrs in rvwng & valdtng req prvd by clnts. Dmstc trvl up to 5%. Apply @ www.jobpostingtoday.com # 32863. Part Time Positions Available for 2017-18 school year After-School Youth Development Specialist on site at Oak Park public schools The Day Care Program of Hephzibah Children’s Association is accepting applications for warm, caring, nurturing individuals to provide care and supervision of 5-11-year-old children in the After School Day Care program on site at Oak Park public schools. The days and hours are Mon–Fri from 2:30-6:00 PM and 1:30-6:00 PM on Wednesdays. Plan and supervise arts and crafts, indoor & outdoor play, games, sports, homework help and more. Requirements include: minimum of 6 semester hours in education, recreation, social work or related college courses previous experience working with children. Openings available for the 2017-18 school year starting. Contact Amy O’Rourke, Director of Day Care at aorourke@hephzibahhome.org Equal Opportunity Employer

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MOVING SALE 7625 MONROE FRI 7/21 & SAT 7/22 9AM TO 3PM

Broyhill furniture solid gold oak wood–coffee and couch tables and a clock/curio cabinet. An antique rose wood kitchen table and chairs, oak dinning room table, pots, pans, kitchen dishes, silverware, bedding, towels, oil paintings and many knick knacks and much, much more. A woman’s bike is available; plus small Christmas trees. Everything must go. So come see what you need and go home with what you want.

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GARAGE SALE 621 ELGIN AVE FRI 7/21 & SAT 7/22 9AM TO 2PM RAIN OR SHINE

If you are looking for Antiques, Collectibles and Entertainment this is the Garage Sale for you! Over a hundred Collector Plates including Norman Rockwell and Hummel, Vintage Sheet Music and many more Antiques such as Bells and Decor. Along with the many Antiques we will have items such as DVDs, CDs, Disney Vinylmations and Wedding Items. There will also be a used Dishwasher available... and so much more!!

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MAYWOOD 4BR APT 4BR, 2BA. Newly remodeled, hardwood floors, stainless appliances. Parking. Section 8 welcome. Avail. 8/1. Call 708-785-0908.

Great finds for everyone! Household. Clothing (lots of backto-school clothes for kids, like-new clothing for women) Electronics: CD player, DVD player, paper shredder, microwaves, dehumidifier. Blankets and quilts. Stuff for the kitchen, some furniture and lots of decor items.

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FOREST PARK 2BR & 1BR 2BR & 1 BR apts in a smaller, quiet building. 2 BR $1050/mo. 1 BR $890/mo. Short walk to Green Line “L”. Updated with fresh paint. Very clean. No smoking. No pets. Credit check and 1 1/2 mos. security deposit required. Call 708-404-2865.

AUSTIN CLEAN ROOM With fridge, micro. Nr Oak Park, Super Walmart, Food 4 Less, bus, & Metra. $116/wk and up. 773-637-5957

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RUMMAGE SALE ON THE FRONT LAWN FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 400 N 5th AVE SAT 7/22 9AM TO 3PM

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902 S. 3RD AVENUE (2 blks W of 1st Ave & 1 blk N of Madison) Tired of renting? Why not consider buying an affordable 2BR condo w/ 1000+ sq ft of living space? Savings are built in from a unique 12 year tax freeze plus lower utility costs from energy saving systems and appliances. Onsite pkg, exterior lighting and enhanced security systems included. Plus you can customize and design your living space to better meet your needs! For details Call 708-383-9223.

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MAYWOOD COUNTRY CHURCH Lovely, old fashioned country church in Maywood, on corner of Fifth and Erie is looking for a roommate or tenant. We are willing to work out a flexible arrangement if you are an appropriate tenant. Various size spaces. Call 708 344-6150, leave a message.

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Large Sunny Room with fridge & microwave. Near Green line, bus, Oak Park, 24 hour desk, parking lot. $101.00 week & up. New Mgmt. 773-378-8888

7777 Lake St. - 3 & 5 room suites 7756 Madison St. - Store: 926 sq. ft. - Office: 900 sq. ft.

Large 2 bdrm, Garden Apt in small bldg. Safe and secure, great if you don’t like to climb stairs! Beautifully rehabbed w/ new carpet, newer kitchen and bath, even has central AC! Huge Closets! Ten pays heat. $995.00 + Sec Dep. Section 8 voucher welcome.

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SPANISH TEACHER/CHILDCARE West Suburban Montessori School is seeking a Spanish teacher/child care assistant. Position could be full or part time. Applicants must be fluent in Spanish, have a love for working with young children, and be detail oriented. Candidates may send a resume to the Head of School, Patty Eggerding, at peggerding@wsms.org

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BACKYARD/ BASEMENT SALE RAIN OR SHINE! 1106 N EAST AVE SAT 7/22 & SUN 7/23 9AM TO 1PM

YEARS OF ACCUMULATION If you can find it in a house we’ve got it! Household items, electronics, toys, sports equipment, Retired teacher items, storage baskets and containers, Little Tikes House and outdoor toys, push lawn mower, Bowflex, poker/pool table, bed linens, rocking chair, and MUCH MORE! Oak Park

MOVING SALE 726 SUPERIOR SAT 7/22 7AM TO 1PM

Household items and yard tools River Forest

GARAGE SALE BONANZA 822 JACKSON SAT JULY 22 8AM TO 10AM

A treasure hunter’s gold mine!!! A rich source of well maintained household items including Schwinn bicycle, banquet table, counter stools, marble bathroom tiles, office & school supplies, Volvo cargo case, camping gear, car radio/CD player, holiday decorations, wood cabinet fronts, Pottery Barn shelves and many more treasures for those with discriminating taste. NO EARLY BIRDS. River Forest

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE 800 BLOCK KEYSTONE SAT 7/22 8AM TO 1PM

Children’s items, household, books, furniture & much more!

COLLECTIBLES 700 CAN BEER CAN COLLECTION Variety of cans, including 2 cone top cans. $300 obo. Call 847-884-9570.

APPLIANCES ELECTRIC STOVE FRIGIDAIRE white all electric stove/ oven. In very good condition. All burners and oven work great.Has a large storage drawer for pots and pans. Has: Oven temperature control and light; Burner unit indicator lights; Clock and timer Call (708) 351-1517 if interested

AUTOS FOR SALE 2007 FORD FOCUS WAGON 2007 Ford Focus SE Wagon. Excellent running and body condition. No rust. Everything works. Great transportation. No disappointments. $4600. Call 708-447-6513

WANTED TO BUY WANTED MILITARY ITEMS: Helmets, medals, patches, uniforms, weapons, flags, photos, paperwork, Also toy soldiers-lead plastic-other misc. toys. Call Uncle Gary 708-522-3400

LOST & FOUND LOST: FEMALE CALICO CAT 9 year old female calico cat escaped from home on the 700 block of Highland Ave, Oak Park. Last seen on the evening of Monday, May 22nd before she snuck out! She is mostly white on her belly and legs with black/orange on the top of her head and running down her back. She has a small beige patch on her chin which made it look like she was sticking her tongue out. If found, please call 708-288-7921.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLNOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, PROBATE DIVISION Estate of ANGELA BOLESLAV, Deceased No. 2017 P3163 That the Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Representative in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois was granted on June 16, 2017 for the Estate of Angela Boleslav, Deceased and that GEORGE BOLESLAV was appointed as the Independent Executor and letters of office have issued and states under the penalties of perjury that:

STATE OF ILLINOIS) COUNTY OF COOK )ss Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division. In re the marriage of Rocil Gonzalez,Petitioner and Vicente Lara Diaz Respondent, Case No. 2017D-079729. The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, the above named Respondent, that a Petition has been filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, by the Petitioner, for Dissolution of Marriage and for other relief; and that said suit is now pending. Now, therefore, unless you, the said Respondent, file your response to said Petition or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Room 802, Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, in the City of Chicago, Illinois, on or before August 14, 2017, default may be entered against you at any time after that day, and a judgment for Dissolution of Marriage entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition. DOROTHY A. BROWN, Clerk. Published in Wednesday Journal 7/12, 7/19, 7/26/2017

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLNOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, PROBATE DIVISION Estate of RICHARD H. GENTILE, Deceased No. 2017 P3201 That the Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Representative in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois was granted on June 16, 2017 for the Estate of Richard H. Gentile, Deceased and that ANNETTE GENTILE was appointed as the Independent Executor and letters of office have issued and states under the penalties of perjury that: 1. Richard H. Gentile died February 25, 2017, leaving a will dated October 1, 2012. 2. The approximate value of the estate in this state is: Personal $125,000, Real: $0, Annual Income from Real Estate $0. 3. The names and post office addresses of the testatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heirs and legatees are set forth on Exhibit A made a part of this petition. 4. The testator nominated as executor of the following, qualified and willing to act: Annette Gentile 10 East Burlington 4C, Riverside, IL 60546. 5. The name and post office address of the personal fiduciary designated to act during independent administration for each heir or legatee who is a minor or disabled person are shown on Exhibit A, a part of this petition. 6. This ad also requests that any unknown heirs make themselves known to the attorney herein. 7. This ad will serve as a notice to creditors that they have 6 months from the date of filing of this petition to submit their claims. Petitioner asks that the will be admitted to probate and that letters testamentary issue. Atty Name: Matt Leuck Attorney for Petitioner 84 E. Burlington, 2W Riverside, IL 60546 708-447-3166 Atty No. 11017 Published in Landmark 7/19, 7/26, 8/2/2017

1. Richard H. Gentile died April 1, 2016, leaving a will dated July 31, 2012. 2. The approximate value of the estate in this state is: Personal $160,000, Real: $0, Annual Income from Real Estate $0. 3. The names and post office addresses of the testatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heirs and legatees are set forth on Exhibit A made a part of this petition. 4. The testator nominated as executor of the following, qualified and willing to act: George Boleslav 8735 W Cermak Rd, North Riverside, IL 60546. 5. The name and post office address of the personal fiduciary designated to act during independent administration for each heir or legatee who is a minor or disabled person are shown on Exhibit A, a part of this petition. 6. This ad also requests that any unknown heirs make themselves known to the attorney herein. 7. This ad will serve as a notice to creditors that they have 6 months from the date of filing of this petition to submit their claims. Petitioner asks that the will be admitted to probate and that letters testamentary issue. Atty Name: Matt Leuck Attorney for Petitioner 84 E. Burlington, 2W Riverside, IL 60546 708-447-3166 Atty No. 11017 Published in Landmark 7/19, 7/26, 8/2/2017

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D17151299 on June 30, 2017. Under the Assumed Business Name of TOP NOTCH SERVICES CHICAGO with the business located at: 4838 W. WASHINGTON BLVD, CHICAGO, IL 60644. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: JASON CLARK 4838 W. WASHINGTON BLVD CHICAGO, IL 60644 SHERRICE HOLIFIELD 4838 W. WASHINGTON BLVD CHICAGO, IL 60644 Published in Wednesday Journal 7/12, 7/19, 7/26/2017

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D17151316 on July 5, 2017. Under the Assumed Business Name of DIGITAL WILLPOWER with the business located at: 248 FLOURNOY OAK PARK, IL 60304. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: JHONTIA WILLIAMS, 248 FLOURNOY OAK PARK, IL 60304. Published in Wednesday Journal 7/12, 7/19, 7/26/2017

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF OAK PARK PLAN COMMISSION DOCKET NUMBER: PC 17-02 (Planned Development) & PC 17-03 (Special Use/Vacation/ Rezoning) HEARING DATE: August 03, 2017 TIME: 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the Agenda permits. LOCATION OF HEARING: Room 201 (Council Chambers), Oak Park Village Hall, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois, 60302 APPLICANT(S): Rush Oak Park Hospital, an Illinois Corporation, 520 South Maple Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60302 OWNERS OF RECORD: Rush Oak Park Hospital, an Illinois Corporation, 520 South Maple Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60302 SUBJECT PROPERTY ADDRESSES: 520 South Maple Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 7 IN THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1, 2, 3 AND 4 IN BLOCK 4 IN W. J. WILSON’S ADDITION TO OAK PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF LOT 1 (EXCEPT THE EAST 40 ACRES THEREOF) IN THE SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER THEREOF), TOGETHER WITH LOTS 5, 6, 7, 8 AND 9 IN BLOCK FOUR IN W. J. WILSON’S ADDITION TO OAK PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF LOT ONE (EXCEPT THE EAST FORTY ACRES THEREOF), IN THE SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER THEREOF), EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PART CONVEYED TO PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION BY WARRANTY DEED RECORDED MAY 13, 1996 AS DOCUMENT 96360409, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 9; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 34 SECONDS WEST (ASSUMED) 5.00 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE THEREOF, SAID WEST LINE BEING ALSO THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF HARLEM AVENUE (ILLINOIS ROUTE 43); THENCE SOUTH 45 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 07 SECONDS EAST 7.09 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 9; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 21 SECONDS WEST 5.00 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE TO SAID POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. LOTS 12 TO 23, INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 2 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1 TO 9, INCLUSIVE, IN WALLEN AND PROBST’S ADDITION TO OAK PARK, IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN; ALSO: ALL OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH 16 FOOT PUBLIC ALLEY LYING WEST OF AND ADJOINING LOTS 12 TO 23, INCLUSIVE, LYING EAST OF AND ADJOINING LOTS 24 TO 35, INCLUSIVE, LYING SOUTH OF A LINE DRAWN FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 12 TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 35, AND LYING NORTH OF A LINE DRAWN FROM THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 23 TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER

OF LOT 24, ALL IN BLOCK 2 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1 TO 9, INCLUSIVE, IN WALLEN AND PROBST’S ADDITION TO OAK PARK, IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN; IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. LOTS 1 TO 16, BOTH INCLUSIVE, IN THE SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1, 2, 3 AND 4 IN BLOCK 2 AND OF LOTS 1, 2, 3 AND 4 IN BLOCK 3 INCLUDING ALLEY BETWEEN SAID LOTS 1 AND 2 AND THE NORTH 43 FEET OF LOT 3 IN SAID BLOCK 2 ON THE EAST AND SAID LOTS 1 AND 2 AND THE NORTH 43 FEET OF SAID LOT 3 IN BLOCK 3 ON THE WEST IN W. J. WILSON’S ADDITION TO OAK PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF LOT 1 (EXCEPT THE EAST 40 ACRES THEREOF) IN THE SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 THEREOF), TOGETHER WITH THE VACATED EAST-WEST ALLEY LYING SOUTH OF AND ADJOINING SAID LOTS 1 TO 14, BOTH INCLUSIVE, AND LYING NORTH AND ADJOINING SAID LOTS 15 AND 16 VACATED BY ORDINANCE RECORDED NOVEMBER 27, 1959 AS DOCUMENT 17721850, ALSO THAT PART OF THE VACATED NORTH-SOUTH ALLEY LYING WEST OF AND ADJOINING SAID LOT 15 AND EAST OF AND ADJOINING SAID LOT 16 VACATED BY ORDINANCE RECORDED JUNE 1, 1922 AS DOCUMENT 7523912; ALSO: LOTS 5 TO 9, BOTH INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 2 AND LOTS 5 TO 9, BOTH INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 3 IN W. J. WILSON’S ADDITION TO OAK PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF LOT 1 (EXCEPT THE EAST 40 ACRES THEREOF) IN THE SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 THEREOF), TOGETHER WITH THE VACATED NORTHSOUTH ALLEY LYING WEST AND ADJOINING SAID LOTS 5 TO 9 IN BLOCK 2 AND EAST AND ADJOINING SAID LOTS 5 TO 9 IN BLOCK 3 VACATED BY ORDINANCE RECORDED JUNE 1, 1922 AS DOCUMENT 7523912; ALSO: LOTS 24 TO 35, INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 2 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1 TO 9, INCLUSIVE, IN WALLEN AND PROBST’S ADDITION TO OAK PARK, IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, TOGETHER WITH ALL OF VACATED WISCONSIN AVENUE VACATED BY ORDINANCE RECORDED OCTOBER 24, 1975 AS DOCUMENT 23269659, LYING WEST OF AND ADJOINING SAID LOTS 24 TO 35, INCLUSIVE, ALL IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. THAT PART OF VACATED WEST MONROE STREET VACATED PER DOCUMENT 20181526 IN W. J. WILSON’S ADDITION TO OAK PARK LYING EAST OF A LINE DRAWN FROM THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 9 IN BLOCK 3 TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 1 IN BLOCK 6 AND LYING WEST OF A LINE DRAWN FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 9 IN BLOCK 2 TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 1 IN BLOCK 7 EXCEPT THAT PART DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 1 IN BLOCK 7 AFORESAID, THENCE NORTH Published in Wednesday Journal 7/19/2017

66.0 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 9 IN BLOCK 2 AFORESAID, THENCE WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 9 AFORESAID AND ITS WESTERLY EXTENSION AND THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 9 IN BLOCK 3 AFORESAID, 216.90 FEET; THENCE SOUTH, PERPENDICULAR TO THE AFORESAID LINE, 32.20 FEET; THENCE WEST, PERPENDICULAR TO THE AFORESAID LINE, 142.03 FEET TO A POINT ON A LINE DRAWN FROM THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 9 IN BLOCK 3 AFORESAID TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 1 IN BLOCK 6 AFORESAID; THENCE SOUTH ON THE AFORESAID DESCRIBED LINE 33.80 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 1 IN BLOCK 6 AFORESAID, THENCE EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 1 IN BLOCK 6 AFORESAID, AND ITS EASTERLY EXTENSION AND THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 1 IN BLOCK 7 AFORESAID, 359.06 FEET TO THE HEREINABOVE DESIGNATED POINT OF BEGINNING, SAID ADDITION BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN , ALL IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. REQUESTS: The Applicant seeks approval of a Planned Development for an approximately 55,000 square foot Emergency Room facility addition within the H – Hospital Zoning District with the following allowances: 1.) the development of land located in the H – Hospital Zoning District of more than 30,000 square feet of land area; 2.) reduce front yard setback along Madison Street and Maple Avenue from the required 20 foot building setback to zero feet including relief of any required landscaping; and 3.) an increase in lot coverage above the allowed 80% with a reduction in required open space. NOTE: The Applicant will also participate in the Transportation Commission meeting on July 31, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.; Room 201 (Council Chambers), Oak Park Village Hall, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois, 60302. The Applicant also seeks the following: 1.) an amendment to Special Use Ordinance 1999-O-52 to allow for an expansion of the private surface parking lot at the northwest corner of Monroe Street and Wenonah Avenue; 2.) the rezoning of 535 Wenonah Avenue from R-3 Single Family Zoning District to the H – Hospital Zoning District; and 3.) the vacation of the public alley abutting 535 Wenonah Avenue. Copies of the application and each of the applicable documents are on file and are available for inspection at the Village Hall, Development Customer Services Department, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Persons with disabilities planning to attend and needing special accommodations should contact the Village Clerk’s Office at 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, or call (708) 358-5670. ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE INVITED TO BE HEARD. David Mann, Chairperson OAK PARK PLAN COMMISSION, Sitting as a Zoning Commission Oak Park, Illinois 60302

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LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Oak Park on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter: Cal. No. 13-17-Z: 6900 Roosevelt Road, Paula Beck Paula Beck, Owner, on behalf of Denise M. Szymczyk, Applicant, is seeking a text amendment from Section 5.4 (K) Table 5-12: RR District Use Restrictions by Building Type) of the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Oak Park, which section identifies certain uses that are further restricted by building type for the Roosevelt Road, to amend said section to allow Second Hands Goods Dealers on the ground floor of a mixed-use shop front, where they are currently not permitted at the premises commonly known as 6900 Roosevelt Road, Oak Park, Illinois. All papers in connection with the above matter are on file at the Village of Oak Park and available for examination by interested parties by contacting the Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449. DATED AT OAK PARK, ILLINOIS, this 19th Day of July, 2017

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ORDINANCE NO. 2017 - 43 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING PREVAILING WAGE RATES FOR THE YEAR 2017 TO BE PAID TO LABORERS, MECHANICS AND OTHER WORKERS PERFORMING CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC WORKS IN THE VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS WHEREAS, the State of Illinois has Village. The definition of any terms copy of this ordinance with the Illinois Department of Labor. appearing in this ordinance which enacted the Prevailing Wage Act are also used in the Prevailing (820 ILCS 130/0.01 et seq.); and Section 6. Within thirty (30) days Wage Act shall be the same as after filing a certified copy of WHEREAS, the Prevailing Wage Act in the 679784.1 Prevailing Wage this ordinance with the Illinois requires that the Village of Brookfield Act. Any new determination made Department of Labor, the Clerk (the AVillage@) investigate and by the Department of Labor shall shall cause to be published in a ascertain the prevailing rate of be substituted for the previous newspaper of general circulation wages as defined in the Prevailing determinations. within the area a notice that the Wage Act for laborers, mechanics determination is effective and that Section 2. Nothing herein shall and other workers in the locality of this is the determination of this be construed to apply the general the Village employed in performing public body as provided in this prevailing rate of wages as construction of public works, for the ordinance. 679784.1 2 herein ascertained to any work or Village; Section 7. This ordinance shall be in NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT employment except public works construction of the Village to the full force and effect from and after ORDAINED by the President and extent required by the Prevailing its passage and approval in the Board of Trustees of the Village of Wage Act. manner provided by law. Brookfield, Cook County, Illinois as Section 3. The Village Clerk (the ADOPTED this 10th day of July follows: 2017, pursuant to a roll call vote Section 1. To the extent and as AClerk@) shall publicly post or keep available for inspection by any as follows: required by the Prevailing Wage interested party in the main office of Ayes: Trustees Cote, Act, the general prevailing rate of the Village this determination or any Evans, Garvey, Gilhooley, wages in the locality for laborers, revisions of such prevailing rate of LeClere and Ryan mechanics and other workers wage. A copy of this determination or Nays: None engaged in construction of public of the current revised determination Absent: None works coming under the jurisdiction of prevailing rate of wages then Abstain: None of the Village is hereby ascertained in effect shall be attached to all to be the same as the prevailing rate APPROVED by me this 10th day of contract specifications for public of wages for construction work in the July 2017. works in the Village. Cook County area as determined by the Department of Labor of the Section 4. The Clerk shall mail a State of Illinois as of June 2017, a copy of this determination to any employer, and to any association Kit P. Ketchmark President copy of that determination being of the Village of Brookfield, attached hereto and incorporated of employers and to any person or association of employees Cook County, Illinois herein by reference. As required who have filed their names and by the Prevailing Wage Act, any ATTESTED and filed in my office, addresses, requesting copies and all revisions of the prevailing and published in pamphlet form this of any determination stating the rate of wages by the Department 10th day of July 2017. particular rates and the particular of Labor of the State of Illinois class of workers whose wages will shall supersede the Department=s be affected by such rates. previous June determination and apply to any and all public works Section 5. The Clerk shall promptly Brigid Weber, Clerk of the Village of Brookfield, Cook County, Illinois construction undertaken by the file, or cause to be filed, a certified Published in Riverside Brookfield Landmark 7/19/2016

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Oak Park on Wednesday evening, August 2, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter: Cal. No. 10-17-Z: 417 N. Marion Street, Sara and Terrence Buehler Sara and Terrence Buehler, Applicants, filed an application on behalf of the property owner, Kerry and Julie Petertil, seeking a map amendment to the Zoning Map of the Village of Oak Park changing the zoning of the property located at 417 N. Marion Street from B-1/B-2 General Business District to R-6 MultipleFamily District. Those property owners within 500 foot notice area and those persons with a special interest beyond that of the general public (“Interested Parties”) wishing to cross-examine witnesses must complete and file an appearance with original signatures with the Village Clerk not later than 5:00 PM on the business day preceding the public hearing. All papers in connection with the above matter are on file at the Village of Oak Park and available for examination by interested parties by contacting the Zoning Administrator at 708-358-5449. DATED AT OAK PARK, ILLINOIS, this 19th Day of July, 2017 Published in Wednesday Journal 7/19/2017

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Oak Park on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Room 201 of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter:

Cal. No. 14-17-Z: 715-717 Washington Boulevard, James Vanderheyden

Cal. No. 13-17-Z: 833 S. Taylor Avenue, Gustavo Rodriquez and Gabi Bovio

James Vanderheyden, on behalf of the owner of the Subject Property, is requesting that a variation be granted from Section 4.10.2 (A) (1) of the Village of Oak Park Zoning Ordinance, wherein said section require that open porches shall not have a floor more than five feet above grade and shall project not more than five feet into the required rear yard, to permit the construction of an open porch on the south side of the building that would be approximately 26-8” feet above grade and project approximately three (3’) feet further into the required rear yard at the premises commonly known as 417-425 Wisconsin Avenue.

Gustavo Rodriquez and Gabi Bovi, Applicants, are requesting that a variation be granted from Section 3.5.4 (B) (1), which states that the required front yard setback for the principal building shall be not less than 20 feet, whereas the project will feature an enclosed front porch addition with an approximately 15.41 foot front yard setback.

Those property owners within 500 foot notice area and those persons with a special interest beyond that of the general public (“Interested Parties”) wishing to cross-examine witnesses must complete and file an appearance with original signatures with the Village Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on the business day preceding the public hearing.

Those property owners within 500 feet of the Subject Property and those persons with a special interest beyond that of the general public (“Interested Parties”) wishing to cross-examine witnesses must complete and file an appearance with original signatures with the Village Clerk not later than 5:00 PM on the business day preceding the public hearing.

All papers in connection with the above matter are on file at the Village of Oak Park and available for examination by interested parties by contacting the Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449.

The applicant is seeking to construct a new enclosed front porch to the existing principal building. The proposal will attempt to be compatible with the original design of the residence that featured an enclosed porch based on the style and age of the residence.

All papers in connection with the above matter are on file at the Village of Oak Park and available for examination by interested parties by contacting the Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JULIE FOX, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, PAUL A ROESER A/K/A PAUL ARNOLD ROESER, JOHN PAUL ROESER, MICHAEL ROESER, ALEXANDRA ANGEL ROESER, JUAN C CANALES, RIVER FOREST GARDEN APARTMENTS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF PAUL A ROESER AKA PAUL ARNOLD ROESER, IF ANY Defendants 14 CH 12921 7204 OAK AVENUE 1SE RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 5, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 18, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7204 OAK AVENUE 1SE, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 Property Index No. 15-12-205-0241033. The real estate is improved with a brown, brick, condominium, no garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other

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lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 9375. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. I722250

The real estate is improved with a brown, wood siding, single family, with a two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 2133. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. I724595

15 CH 14368 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, August 10, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-18-133-010-0000. Commonly known as 830 Carpenter Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 WA15-0577. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I724757

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 11302. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. I724866

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, August 10, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-13-220-021-0000. Commonly known as 617 Hannah Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-010473 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I724773

single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in

Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 9302. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 9302 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 10 CH 52800 TJSC#: 37-5560 I725149

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION M&T BANK Plaintiff, -v.CAROL A MANCUSO BARTELS, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE UTA DTD 3/23/94 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 4001, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Defendants 15 CH 09291 1427 JACKSON AVENUE RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 18, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 4, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1427 JACKSON AVENUE, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 Property Index No. 15-01-207-0070000.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2007-OPT3, ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-OPT3; Plaintiff, vs. GREGORY J. CHRISTIAN; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GREGORY J. CHRISTIAN, IF ANY UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.LISA NORDSTOM-PITZEL A/K/A LISA A. NORDSTROMPITZEL, BERNARD PITZEL A/K/A BERNARD A. PITZEL, ELIZABETH HEBSON, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION DBA DITECH. COM Defendants 12 CH 45189 312 NORTH RIDGELAND AVENUE OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 28, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 7, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 312 NORTH RIDGELAND AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-08-106-0080000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-EMX3; Plaintiff, vs. THE STATE OF ILLINOIS; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OFFICE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY; MARY WINIFRED CONNOR, AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM L. HOSTY, JR.; Defendants, 16 ch 6338 NOTICE OF SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LEHMAN XS TRUST, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1 Plaintiff, -v.AISHAH FIELDS A/K/A AISHAH FIELDS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF AISHAN L. FIELDS, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 10 CH 52800 141 BROWN AVENUE FOREST PARK, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 24, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 25, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 141 BROWN AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-12-416-0200000. The real estate is improved with a

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION ASSOCIATED BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. SHEILA CONNER; STEVEN CONNER; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OFFICE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY; THE STATE OF ILLINOIS; CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Defendants, 16 CH 15506 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-08-311-001-0000. Commonly known as 200 South Humphrey Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney,

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(HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-01659. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-01659 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 002105 TJSC#: 37-6169 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I725415

The judgment amount was $252,455.21. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 16-4316. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I723704

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION SANTANDER BANK, N.A. F/K/A SOVEREIGN BANK Plaintiff, -v.ROSALIND DURHAM, ERIC DURHAM, COMMUNITY BANK OF OAK PARK RIVER FOREST, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 004355 604 MARENGO AVENUE FOREST PARK, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 25, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 28, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 604 MARENGO AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-13-223-0020000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE

FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-03393. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-03393 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 004355 TJSC#: 37-5045 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I724131

Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-000224 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I725599

ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C1640276. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I725648

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JOHN NEELY JR., JOHN NEELY SR., LAJOYCE NEELY Defendants 16 CH 002105 941 FERDINAND AVENUE FOREST PARK, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 7, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 10, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 941 FERDINAND AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-13-408-0360000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.FREELAND GOGINS, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 16823 34 SOUTH 20TH AVENUE Maywood, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 25, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 29, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 34 SOUTH 20TH AVENUE, Maywood, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-10-117-0260000 Vol. 160. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONAL MORTGAGE LLC; Plaintiff, vs. MELVIN H. HALL; WEBSTER BANK, N.A.; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; FIRST FINANCIAL INVESTMENT FUND V, LLC; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING LP, FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP; Defendants, 16 CH 1881 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-10-126-012-0000. Commonly known as 121 South 20th Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION KIRKLAND FINANCIAL, LLC Plaintiff, -v.VIVIENNE J. BAILEY, COLONIAL COMMONS OF FOREST PARK, ILLINOIS, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants CH 01739 16 DES PLAINES AVENUE Forest Park, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 22, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 14, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1116 DES PLAINES AVENUE, Forest Park, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-13-313-0270000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $281,941.53. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. ROF IV LEGAL TITLE TRUST 2015-1, BY U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE Plaintiff, -v.LARRY E WILLIAMS A/K/A LARRY WILLIAMS, MARDINE WILLIAMS A/K/A MARDINE M. WILLIAMS, A/ K/A MARDINE J. WILLIAMS, A/K/A MARDINE MCCAIN Defendants 15 CH 07701 1033 THOMAS AVENUE AKA 1033 SOUTH THOMAS AVENUE FOREST PARK, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 1, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 21, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1033 THOMAS AVENUE AKA 1033 SOUTH THOMAS AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-13-418-0400000. The real estate is improved with a orange, brick, single family, with a two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its

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credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 1718. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. I725816

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 30, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 1, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1042 S. E AVE., Oak Park, IL 60304 Property Index No. 16-18-411-0130000 Vol. 145. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $317,698.59. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 15-2509.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I723705

-v.DAMON WILLIAMS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA– U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Defendants 16 CH 003630 1424 S. 17TH AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 18, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1424 S. 17TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-15-118-0280000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-03173. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I725954

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 3, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, Special Commissioner appointed herein, will at 10:30 AM on August 16, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1510 S. 2ND AVENUE, Maywood, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-14-146-0110000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $91,985.95. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building

and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C1495616. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I725838

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.HELEN N. CHANG Defendants 15 CH 13897 1042 S. E AVE. Oak Park, IL 60304 NOTICE OF SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NA AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE JP MORGAN MORTGAGE TRUST 2006-S2 MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, vs. MARY L. PROCYK; GEORGE S. PROCYK; CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO COLE TAYLOR BANK SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CORUS BANK FKA RIVER FOREST STATE BANK AND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED AUGUST 4, 1978 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 2370; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FOR THE BENEFIT OF INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 17814 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on May 19, 2017 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-01-305-003-0000. Commonly known as 1127 Ashland, River Forest, IL 60305. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I725494 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff,

IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS EASTERN DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC TRUST 2007-NC1 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007NC1 Plaintiff, -v.FLORA GREER, AUNDRE PAGE, SPRINGLEAF FINANCIAL SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC, F/K/A AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC., ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES COLLECTION AND ASSET RECOVERY UNIT, AND VILLAGE OF MAYWOOD, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION Defendants 13 CV 2433 1510 S. 2ND AVENUE Maywood, IL 60153 JUDGE ROBERT M. DOW, JR. NOTICE OF SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE

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