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Chicago issues suspension to Van Buren developer Accused of installing shoddy electricity to illegally occupied buildings

By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

The city of Chicago recently cited the firm responsible for redeveloping the townhomes along Van Buren Street and

temporarily suspended its building and contractor license.

In July 2017, the Forest Park Village Council unanimously approved Forest Park Townhomes LLC’s redevelopment of the 1.3 acre property, from 7771 to 7795 Van Buren St., allowing the developer to build 17 new 3-story townhouses just east

of the Altenheim retirement home and Concordia Cemetery.

Forest Park Townhomes LLC is controlled by Bart Przyjemski, who is a partner at the Chicago-based Noah See PRZYJEMSKI on page 9

The recorder’s third act

Cook County Recorder of Deeds Karen Yarbrough has written a stage play

By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

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Success at Ribfest Marlon Burlock, from Boss Pigs BBQ, cuts on rib samples on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, during the annual Rib Fest at Picnic Grove in Forest Park. See more photos on page 8.

A good neighbor has your back.

Karen Yarbrough, the owner of an insurance agency, the current Cook County Recorder of Deeds, and the Democratic candidate for Cook County Clerk, is known widely as an entrepreneur and politician. Now you can call also call her a playwright.

Yarbrough’s first play, Passin’ Where the River Bends, premiered on Sept. 7 at Madison Street Theatre, 1010 Madison St. in Oak Park, before an audience of several hundred people. The production ran through Sept. 9.

During an interview last week, Yarbrough said she wrote the play around a decade ago, prompted, in part, by her research into critical points in African-American history, such as the Underground Railroad and the first and second Great Migrations of African Americans to the north.

See YARBROUGH on page 10

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Advice you may or may not want to follow While John recuperates, here’s a column he reworked from 2007:

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e all need words of inspiration now and then. So remember: If at first you don’t succeed, the Bears can probably use you at quarterback.

Whatever doesn’t kill us, will expand our understanding of modern medicine.

If you stand for nothing, you might enjoy being a security guard.

No man is an island, regardless of how much water they displace at the pool.

The first step in conquering an addiction is to admit we no longer have a driver’s license, or a car, but we still owe a mess of parking tickets.

It’s always darkest before the dawn, except in Forest Park, where the streetlights are so bright, people forget to turn on their headlights.

A DVD in hand is worth two in the bargain bin.

Cast your bread upon the waters of the

Des Plaines River and chances are the carp will be biting.

We have nothing to fear but terrorists, illegal aliens, and the candidates who won’t stop talking about them.

I cried when I had no shoes because someone was tracking snow into the house.

When the going gets tough, stop for a cup of coffee until the traffic dies down.

It is better to give than to receive, but play it safe by including the gift receipt.

Workers of the world, unite!

We have nothing to lose but our chain stores!

Don’t tug on Superman’s cape, spit into the wind, or roll through a stop sign on Harrison Street.

The meek are going to inherit the Earth, but I don’t see how.

Playing the piano has opened doors for me in the world of music, while closing doors in my own house.

The high point in the history of human achievement is the yellow line that shows TV viewers the distance needed for a first

JOHN RICE

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an island, regardless of how much water they displace at the pool.

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down. The low point was the invention of the leaf blower.

If you build it, they will come — the building inspectors, that is.

Those who cannot remember the past — are increasing in number.

Eat, drink and be merry because Forest Park’s economy depends on it.

The worst piece of financial advice I ever received was to wait for the disconnection notice before paying utility bills. I’ll explain the pitfalls as soon as I get the power back on.

George Bernard Shaw said the Irish are not motivated by money. Well, that explains a lot.

I don’t think anyone enjoys pumpkin carving and jack-o-lanterns more than squirrels.

Like many men, I wait until Halloween so I won’t look out of place wearing a dress.

As you can see from the content of this column, I agree with G. K. Chesterton that anything worth doing is worth doing poorly.

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

Goodbye, Scratch Deli After almost three years on Madison Street, Scratch Deli Cafe has closed, with the business completely cleaned out and “For Lease” signs posted on the window.

“It happened a few months ago,” an employee at Scratch Kitchen across the street said of the deli’s closure, although she declined to be named. A Yelp user reviewed the business as open as recently as late July.

Scratch Deli was known for its sandwiches, salads and coffee, along with an event space that housed some 50 people. Owner Patrick O’Brien opened the space in Nov. 2015 across the street from his highly-rated Scratch Kitchen & Lounge, saying at the time it was only natural to expand once 7444 W. Madison St. became available.

Known for its chalk written menu, some say the writing was on the wall for the deli for some time.

In March 2017, video games were installed at Scratch Deli, although they were later removed due to lack of use, O’Brien said.

This January, O’Brien started accepting electronic currency at his full-service restaurants, thinking bitqy could be a novel way to drum up sales.

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THE ITCH HAS BEEN SCRATCHED: Scratch Deli has closed.

“Business has been a little rough,” he told the Forest Park Review at the time.

In April, O’Brien reduced his liquor license to only carry beer and wine—removing liquor from the mix—telling the Forest Park Review that he wanted Scratch Deli to focus more on catering.

“The [catering] business has grown, so it’s overtaking the café and becoming a private event space,” he said.

“We’re finding our niche there,” he added.

In addition to his full-service Scratch Kitchen & Lounge restaurants in Forest Park and Oak Park, O’Brien opened District Kitchen and Tap in the Oak Park Arts District this May. He did not respond to interview requests, and neither did the landlord.

A real estate agent marketing Scratch Deli’s old space declined to comment.

Nona Tepper

Correction In the Forest Park Review's Sept.

5 issue, we published an opinion piece titled "An easy vote for video gaming," which said that Oak Park was considering introducing video gaming. At this time, Oak Park is not considering adding video gaming. We regret this error.

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Custom dress, jacket store opens on Madison EPYK stands for children’s names

By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

Growing up, Glenda Harris said she always had an eye for design, but she dreamed of going into business. She earned a business degree in college and spent about 20 years working as a bill collector and in accounts receivable departments for various companies. Along the way, she designed specialty prom dresses for her daughters, helped decorate friends’ houses in Oak Park and Chicago, and always got compliments for her clothes. She has designed for Charmaine Walker, an actress on the popular Black Ink TV series.

When her family shopped together, Harris would take pictures of the clothes she liked and then redesign pieces that better reflected her style. She would talk out her designs with her daughter, Precious, who would sketch her thoughts on paper and bring her ideas to life — Harris describes her style as trendy, with an emphasis on flair, multiple colors, checkerboards and more.

“I just like to blend things together and make it into something different, something unique,” she said.

By the time she turned 35, Harris decided she was done with accounts receivable.

Design was her calling. And she wanted to

ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer

DRESSING FOR SUCCESS: Precious Harris, left, sits with her mother and store owner, Glenda Harris, at the new EPYK on the corner of Madison Street and Beloit Avenue in downtown Forest Park. involve her daughters’ artistic sensibilities too. Precious likes to draw but is also adept at fastening hair extensions and eyelashes, and Erica and her young daughter, whom everyone calls “Young Kynedi,” recently launched a handbag business called K-Dazyre.

Harris started looking for places to open a store in March, working with a realtor to explore Oak Park and Forest Park. One day she was walking down Madison Street when

she saw the empty storefront. She called the landlord herself and, by May, had a lease signed.

EPYK — named after her daughters Erica, Precious and granddaughter Young Kynedi — opened at 7446 W. Madison St. in July. After 35 years of dreaming, Harris opened her first boutique.

“We’re happy to be in Forest Park and be part of the family in Forest Park,” Harris said.

“[Customers] say they like the different style that’s going on in here, which is a good thing, which makes me feel a lot more comfortable and cared about and looked at and noticeable,” she added.

EPYK now carries purses, wigs, sunglasses and hair and lash extensions made from 100 percent human hair. Clothing-wise the business specializes in coats and dresses, many of which Harris designs herself and is planning to sell year-round. Jackets run from $49 to $329, and purses run from $25 to $99.

She said business “started slow but it’s picking up,” and she plans to open up the walls and create a fitting room in the coming months. Her son Evan painted a black, white and glitter abstract mural, which Harris designed, of course, on the most prominent wall in the store. She will also continue to design custom dresses for prom.

“I want to be able to design celebrities, design the neighborhood. Let everyone come in and just be comfortable and, you know, get to know me, speak to me,” she said. “I ask them what do they like, so I can know what to bring in because everyone has different styles. I try to work with them and then if they want me to design things, I will design them.”

EPYK is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday; and is closed Monday.

CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com

New car wash on Harlem opening this fall Owner spent more than $5 million to build Crystal Car Wash

By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

A new car wash worth more than $5 million will open at 901 Harlem Ave. sometime this fall, said owner Neil Rembos.

In May 2017, Rembos bought the old Premier Car Wash site for just over $1 million, according to the Cook County Recorder of Deeds property records. He said he hired “the area’s top, best car wash-focused architects, builders [and] equipment installers.”

“We’re talking about bringing a level of quality to the area that has never been seen before,” Rembos said. “It’s an over $5 million project. Everything is top, top-notch. We’re thinking that’s a great fit for Forest Park.”

Rembos, of Chicago, said he’s done several real estate projects in the area before and felt Forest Park was the perfect fit for

his new business, named Crystal Car Wash.

He said he is primarily involved in the tech sector and in commercial real estate, but mentioned that this is not the first car wash he’s built. He declined to comment on the locations of his other car washes.

“I really looked at the area and I felt the people of Forest Park deserved a higher quality car wash that had an emphasis on affordability, and that’s why I built an over $5 million dollar facility,” Rembos said. “It’s a massive improvement in this area with state of the art equipment, self-vacuum stations, many, many tools.”

He has since dedicated the last year and a half to building Crystal Car Wash.

At the high end, single washes at Crystal Car Wash cost up to $18 and come with hot wax, rain repellant, paint sealant and more.

On the lower side, single washes will cost $5

ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer

CRYSTAL CLEAR: Monthly memberships will be available for $19.99 a month.

-- “It’s cheaper than what’s in this area right now,” Rembos said -- and come with a free vacuum and access to Crystal Car Wash’s individual detailing service stations, like window cleaner, air freshener and an air-detailing tool that blows the dust out consoles.

“That’s something that’s really new,” Rembos said. “I tried very hard in this project to

be on the absolute cutting edge of the industry in implementing all those services to be used.”

Memberships will be available for $19.99 per month, and come with unlimited cleanings for the month.

CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com

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“T Bone Burnett is like a walking, talking, guitar-playing site of musical historical importance.”

—The Telegraph

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T BONE Saturday, September 15, 2018 7:30 p.m.

On the Road with T Bone Burnett: Stories, Music & Movies MICHAEL ROMAIN/Staff

BIG LAUGHS: Harpo the Clown, a mainstay at the annual Taste of Melrose Park for close to a decade, shows a photo he took with Eugene Cernan, an astronaut from Bellwood.

Local clown has some serious clientele

Although Harpo lives in California, he drives back every year for the Taste of Melrose Park

By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

During the last day of the 2018 Taste of Melrose Park, held this past Sunday, the popular Harpo the Clown opened up (in his own way) about his life as a performer. Silently, he presented one photo after another of the people he’s made laugh throughout his nearly 50-year career.

He mimed or silently mouthed answers to a barrage of questions, sometimes writing out his responses.

Harpo (he requested that we refer to him by his professional name) was born in Westlake Hospital in Melrose Park and grew up in Bellwood.

In 1970, he graduated from Proviso East High School, where he played baseball with Melrose Park Mayor Ron Serpico.

Harpo, who lives in California, drove three days from his home to be at the Taste, an event that he’s attended each year for nearly a decade now.

The trip is both business and personal sojourn. Harpo started out as a clown 42 years

ago, in Slicker Sam’s Restaurant in Melrose Park and he’s been a full-time clown (with a serious clientele) ever since.

If you look closely, you’ll see a patch bearing the seal of the President of the United States of America stitched onto the sleeve of Harpo’s costume.

He got that seal working parties and golf outings for former president Gerald Ford in the 1980s and 1990s in Vail, Col., a small resort town at the base of a mountain, and in Palm Springs, Cal. Harpo’s many photos also show him with a veritable who’s who of politics and culture — Eugene Cernan, the astronaut and fellow Bellwood native; former president and first lady George H.W. and Barbara Bush; Playboy founder Hugh Hefner; entertainer Liberace; and former secretary of state Condoleezza Rice.

Many of those photos are taken on golf courses, so I asked, ‘Ever golf with President Ford?’

Harpo nodded his head and, gesturing as if he were on the green, tee’d off.

CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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30th Anniversary Liberty Gala Progress Center invites you to our 30th Anniversary Gala Celebrate three decades of work to support the independence of people with disabilities in Suburban Cook County. Progress Center will honor the work of US Representative Danny Davis, Tom Holmes of the Forest Park Review, and Cambiando Vidas.

EMCEE: Regina Waldroup, Reporter, NBC 5 Chicago Keynote Speaker: Father Joe Mulcrone Tickets: $100

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The story behind the mysterious statue Our Lady of Fatima has been a parish presence since 1950

By TOM HOLMES Contributing Reporter

Outside St. Bernardine Catholic Church stands a woman.

Two sheep and three children kneel before her. Colorful flowers flank a grotto that surrounds her on all sides. She is Our Lady of Fatima, a statue erected at St. Bernardine’s in 1950. A reader asked the Review to provide some background. Here’s what we learned: Our Lady of Fatima, according to Catholic legend, appeared in a vision to three young children, represented by the kneeling statues, on May 13, 1917 near a little town in Portugal named Fatima. One of the children, named Lucia, described Jesus’ mother, Mary, who appeared to them, as “a lady dressed in white, shining brighter than the sun, giving out rays of clear and intense light,” according to a Washington Post newspaper account.

As word got out that the children had experienced several visitations, crowds began to gather near Fatima on the 13th day of each successive month until a crowd of 70,000 gathered on Oct. 13, 1917. What they witnessed came to be known in the Catholic Church as the “Miracle of the Sun.”

A Lisbon newspaper reported that “the sun trembled, made sudden incredible movements outside all cosmic laws and ‘danced’ according to the typical expression of the people.”

At St. Bernardine, the Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima was erected on July 9, 1950, after members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society visited the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima in Madison, Wisconsin.

Inspired, they returned to St. Bernardine, gathering support from the rest of the parishioners to erect their own shrine to the Holy Mother. In less than a year, contributions rose to a total of approximately $4,000 and the shrine was installed and still stands today.

St. Bernardine declined to comment on the shrine.

But Carol Good, a Forest Park resident who plants and waters the flowers there, said the statue is made of tufa, a kind of limestone.

Over the course of more than 20 years, Good said, the statue has been painted three times and along the way, flower pots, lights and a honey locust tree have been added to the site. Calling herself a “crazy gardener,” Good has been caring for the grotto since the early 1990s because she loves gardening and “likes everything to be beautiful.”

Brownies gear up for competition Girl Scouts respond to Boy Scouts’ first girls-only troop

By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

Forest Park’s Girl Scouts Brownies troop is readying for another year, while leaders from the Boy Scouts of America work this month to start the area’s first girls-only troop.

Last year, Boy Scouts rolled out their “Scouts BSA” program, which allows the younger Cub Scouts to offer girls-only troops as a way to provide families more group options and to increase membership. In January 2019, Scouts BSA will officially launch girls-only troops for the old Boy Scouts. Forest Park Troop 107 is an early adopter of the program, and they plan to start their new, girls-only pack this month.

“Being married to an Eagle Scout I’ve certainly been exposed to the Boy Scouts, so I think if that’s the choice a family wants to make, that’s totally within their purview,” said Kyra Tyler, Girl Scouts Brownies co-leader. “I wish they would consider Girl Scouts.

We are a century-plus organization whose whole purpose has been to help girls become strong young women and leaders.”

Brownies are supported by the Girl Scouts of the USA, and Forest Park’s troop comprises about 14 second- and third-graders from the area, with one

girl from nearby Westchester, whom the Forest Park troop adopted after operating in a group by herself as a “Juliet.”

Tyler helped start the Brownies troop three years ago, as a way to provide a Girl Scouts group for her daughter and help strengthen the community. She is joined by her coleader Bridgett Rummell.

“It’s girl-led, it’s for girls, by girls, designed for girls, to kind of lift them up and inspire them to be seen and be heard,” Rummell said of the troop.

“That’s the great thing about Girl Scouts, you find out what your girls want to do, what they’re interested in, or what you want to expose them to, and you can make it your own.”

This year, the Brownies plan to earn their horseback riding, first aid and bug badges; tour a courthouse; visit a campsite; and much more.

Those interested in learning more, or starting their own Girl Scouts group, should email fpgscouts@gmail.com At the beginning of a year, leaders ask the girls what they want to learn and members choose their options, last year selecting a presentation by a cop from the Forest Park Police Department, a tour of Forest Home Cemetery to see the Haymarket Martyrs Monument and a trip to the Historical Society of Forest Park, where

they learned about the first women’s softball league that played in Forest Park.

The group also collected items for the food pantry at the Howard Mohr Community Center, and toys for a Christmas toy drive. Selling cookies helps fund most of the troop’s activities, and Brownies’ cookie season starts at the beginning of the year.

This year they’re looking into a charity called Kids’ Closet, which would entail Scouts using a pool of money from their service unit to go shopping for underprivileged children, buying shirts, sweatshirts, socks, anything the kids would need.

“We have such an eclectic group of girls,” Rummell said. “We have the girly girls who are into the glitz and the glamour and the crafty things, and then we have girls who are like, ‘Don’t even get that glitter stuff by me. I want to go splash with bugs.’

We’re like, ‘Let’s do it all.’ That’s kind of the theme we had with our girls. Be open, try everything once, you never know what you’re going to like.”

Tyler added: “Consider us, give us a try. I think that if there isn’t a troop for you or your child’s age, don’t be afraid to start one. If you’re curious, there’s likely 10 other people who are curious.”

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A VISION: Parishioners raised $4,000 to install the statue in 1950.

Occasionally people walking by will stop, kneel before the statue and pray. Good sometimes sees people stop at the curb and, while the car engine idles, spend a few moments there sitting in their cars.

Julia Doloszycki, a longtime St. Bernardine member, said she has often seen semi drivers park their rigs at the curb after unloading at Ferrara Candy Co. across the street and pray at the foot of the statue.

Doloszycki noted that devotion to Our Lady of Fatima seems to be especially strong among people who grew up in countries like Mexico and the Philippines, which were former colonies of Spain.

Angelita Ramirez, a Forest Park resident who has lived in the village for 20 years, knows the history of Our Lady of Fatima, but what is more important to her is the personal relationship she has with the mother of Jesus, whom she calls “Mama Mary.”

“Whenever I have problems,” Ramirez explained, “I pray to Jesus but basically I talk to the Blessed Mother. Even when I have little problems, I go to her and say, ‘Would you open my eyes?’”

In 2012 Ramirez went on a pilgrimage to Fatima in Portugal. During the trip, she had experiences that convinced her the mother of Jesus was with her.

“I looked up at the sun,” she recalled, “and it was like, oh my God, am I imagining it, because the sun was so bright but it didn’t bother my eyes. I was staring at it, and it seemed like it was pulsating. I got goose bumps. I felt that [Mary] was there.”

Ramirez partially attributes her devotion to growing up in the Philippines right after World War II. She attended Catholic schools from kindergarten straight through college.

“Don’t forget,” she said, “I grew up in the Philippines which even now is 80 percent Catholic. When I go to church in the Philippines, every single Mass is packed. Especially if I’m late, I will have to stand by a pew.

“Here in my parish [St. Luke’s River Forest],” she lamented, “that is not true.”

When asked about the many flowers at the grotto or at altars to Mary, Ramirez searched for the right words. “Appreciation” wasn’t quite right. “Respect” did not convey her meaning either. Finally she settled on the word “love.”

“We put flowers by the statue,” she said, “out of love for the Blessed Mother.”

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BIG WEEK 17th Annual Campin’ Out From Sept. 15 to 16, the Park District of Forest Park will turn its ball fields into campgrounds. Come for hotdogs, beans, smore’s and more.

Event begins at 2 p.m.; Park District activities start at 5 p.m. on Sept. 15 at 7501 Harrison. Register online at pdofp.org.

Kim Brooks

The Bug Jar

Join author Kim Brooks for a reading and discussion of “Small Animals: Parenthood in the Age of Fear,” which unpacks how a culture of fear and competition has altered the experience of parents and children. Called “striking” by the New York Times Book Review, “unflinching” by National Public Radio and more, the talk runs from 7 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 18 at the Forest Park Public Library, 7555 Jackson Blvd.

Author Ava Black with sign and discuss her new book “The Bug Jar,” a psychological thriller about a woman having an affair with a corrupt Chicago mayoral candidate, who may have committed murder. Book launch and signing will run from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 16 at Centuries & Sleuths Bookstore, 7419 Madison St.

International Faith Conference Bill Winston Ministries will hold its annual International Faith Conference from Sept. 9 to Sept.

14 at Living Word Christian Center, 7600 W. Roosevelt.

Parents and Teachers as Allies Learn to empathize with teens, and how adults can serve and support them during their life stage, with officials from NAMI and the Loyola School Based Health Center. Class runs from 6 to 7 p.m. on Sept.

12 at the Forest Park Public Library, 7555 Jackson Blvd.

Be a Smart Voter!

Officials from the Forest Park Public Library will outline all the races in the next election from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 15 at 7555 Jackson Blvd.

Roaring 20’s Silent Movie Join officials from the Howard Mohr Community Center in travelling to Elkhart, Ind. for a silent movie on Sept. 13. Allow the picture to transport you through time, to the crowds at The Lerner did nearly 100 years ago. Visit includes a 1920s vintage lawn party, and a stop at Coppes Common for rocket science ice cream and a trip to their bulk food store.

Lunch included. Tickets $86 residents; $90 nonresidents. Reservations required. Call the community center to reserve your space, and learn more: 708-771-7737.

Autism and Friendship Officials from the University of Illinois teach kids what it means to be on the autism spectrum, and learn ways they can be an ally to friends and family who may fall on the spectrum. Program runs from 4 to 5 p.m. on Sept. 13 at the Forest Park Public Library, 7555 Jackson Blvd.

Historic Progressive Dinner Join the Historic Society of Forest Park for a progressive dinner that starts with drinks McGaffers Saloon, heads to Golden Steer for dinner and then ends at Nadeau’s Ice House for dessert, courtesy of the Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor. Tickets $75. Fun starts at 6:30 p.m. on Sept 14. Visit forestparkhistory. org for more information.

Still time to sign up for Casket Races There’s still time to sign up for Forest Park’s sixth annual Casket Races on Oct. 27.

“It’s just plain, clean fun,” Laurie Kokenes, executive director of the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, said of the funereal contest.

Kokenes first heard about casket racing by chance when researching event ideas for the village and thought, “Forest Park should ‘own’ Halloween,” since the dead outnumber the living in town 33 to 1 (thanks to all the cemeteries).

Over the years, about 20 teams have competed in the annual race, building their own casket and running as fast as they can down Beloit Avenue from Adams to Madison. Races take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with each team competing twice and the top four running in the final heat. Best time wins the race.

Winners receive trophies for first, second, third and “dead last” place.

Recognition is also given to teams for being “most frighteningly funny” and “creepiest casket.” Jessica Luciano,

owner of Creativita, is responsible for the custom-made trophies.

While participants have traditionally chosen to race actual caskets — the specifications and drawings for which the Chamber can provide on request — some have gotten creative over the years and raced refrigerators, trash cans, ice blocks and more.

“It’s just a lot of fun, but it does take some planning,” Kokenes said, noting that past participants have built their vehicles in a weekend or over the summer.

Kokenes said fast runners, light caskets and costumes have all seemed to help previous winners. The deadline to register your team is Oct. 12. Registration costs $30 online at exploreforestpark.com “For the community it’s an unusual event, which I think helps draw different folks to come and see it. Events like this are unique to Forest Park and keep Forest Park’s name out there,” Kokenes said.

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Ribfest is the best (Clockwise) Demara Campbell, from Aaron's BBQ, gives a sample of their ribs to an attendee on Saturday, Sept. 8, during the annual Rib Fest at Picnic Grove in Forest Park. Caliente performs live for guests while Grillers from JimBoy's Backyard BBQ serve up samples to attendees.

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Rauner runs to Ribfest

Republican Governor Bruce Rauner made an impromptu visit to the village’s annual Ribfest on Sept. 8 at the Forest Park Picnic Grove, 7824 W. Madison St. “We had an awesome afternoon at Ribfest in Forest Park; it was great to meet everyone,” he tweeted after the event, posing for selfies with residents and, we assume, munching on some of the area’s finest ribs.

The incumbent governor is up for re-election on Nov. 6, and faces BRUCE RAUNER a challenge from Democratic Party candidate J.B. Pritzker, Libertarian Party candidate Kash Jackson, and Conservative Party candidate and state Sen. Sam McCann.

Illinois’ gubernatorial election is proving to be one of the most expensive races in history, with the Pritzker campaign dropping $54 million into the race from January through the end of June, according to state records. During that same time frame, Rauner spent $25.5 million.

If the billionaire, self-funded Democrat and near-billionaire Republican top the $200 million mark in combined spending, they would break records. The 2018 Governor’s race could be the most expensive in state history, according to NBC 5 Chicago.

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Social Security fraudster is making the rounds A Forest Park resident recently received a call from someone purporting to be from the “Social Security Administration,” according to Mike Keating, deputy police chief.

The caller told the man they were suspending his Social Security account and were going to file criminal charges against him. The number started with area code 469, but it can come from anywhere.

There are two types of scams going around this week, according to the Social Security Administration and Office of the Inspector General. In the first, an individual gets a phone call with an automated recording saying his Social Security number “has been suspended for suspicion of illegal activity.” The fraudster then provides a phone number and says the person must

call to fix the problem or else the person’s assets will be frozen. Anyone who does call the number is asked to provide personal information the scammer can then use to commit identity theft or other fraud.

In the other scam, the caller pretends to work for Social Security and asks the person to verify their personal information, including their Social Security number, date of birth and address.

“The [Social Security Administration] strongly discourages people from providing personal information over the telephone unless they are certain of who is on the other end of the line,” the administration said in a statement. “In cases when the real [Social Security Administration] does call in-

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dividuals, the agency has usually contacted the person before.”

If you receive a suspicious call from someone claiming to be from the Social Security Administration, you should report that information to the Office of the Inspector General by calling 800-269-0271 or visiting oig.ssa.gov/report If you have questions about a phone call, email, text message or any other type of communication claiming to be from the Social Security Administration, you can contact any Social Security office or call Social Security’s toll-free customer service number at 800772-1213 to make sure it is legitimate. Social Security’s number for the deaf or hard-of-hearing is 800-325-0778.

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lage’s third-party reviewer, said Steve Glinke, director of the village’s Department of Public Health and Safety.

“I think it’s a substantial improvement over what was there,” he said. “There were four industrial properties there. They’re creating a walkable attraction; I think it’s a huge value add for that part of Forest Park.”

Glinke said about half of the project has been completed, with drywall done, sidewalks poured and more. He estimated the project would probably be “substantially completed” by the end of the year.

“I think they’re on schedule; I haven’t had any issues. We’re looking forward to a finished project,” he said.

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Van Buren Townhomes from page 1 Properties development firm. The city of Chicago’s Department of Buildings issued a suspension of Noah Properties’ building permit on Aug. 17, after a city inspector found that an unlicensed electrician had performed shoddy work on four Noah Properties buildings in Chicago, leaving exposed and live electrical wires looped and hanging between the buildings. The inspector also found the buildings were occupied prior to issuing any certificates of occupancy.

“These conditions pose a serious risk of fire, electrical shock, and electrocution to workers, tenants, occupants, first responders, and the general public,” the notice reads. “Consequently, the electrical service to the buildings was terminated, and the occupied buildings were vacated by order of the Department of Buildings.”

In a meeting with the city, the unlicensed electrician said he installed electricity to the buildings under direction from Przyjemski.

The Department of Buildings and Przyjemski were later able to reach a settlement agreement.

“Noah Properties and [the Department of Buildings] reached a settlement agreement whereby the company will pay a fine to the city, bring all their current projects into compliance and commit to maintain full compliance with city code going forward,” Gregg Cunningham, public information of of-

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BIG PLANS: Przyjemski is about halfway done with their townhome development. ficer at the Department of Buildings, said in a statement.

Cunningham did not specify the amount of the settlement agreement; city code states that those suspended must pay at least $150 in fines to the city.

This is not the first complaint Przyjemski has received for his development work.

In June 2015, a Chicago couple sued Noah Properties, alleging their building offered “substantially inadequate insulation,” allowing snow and frost to accumulate inside their home among other issues. The case is still pending in Circuit Court.

In July 2018, an insurance company reached a declaratory judgement with seven developers, including Przyjemski.

Przyjemski said the action has nothing to do with his project in Forest Park, which is his first project in the village.

“The suspension never took place and it will have no impact on the Forest Park project,” Przyjemski wrote in an email. “One has nothing to do with the other,” he added.

The village has so far had no problems with the developer and most of the property’s approvals and milestone inspections have been done by BNF Technical, the vil-

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cardboard box, which he set aside on entering the store. He walked the aisles and then quickly left with something colorful tucked between himself and the box.

The manager searched the store and found he stole six bags, valued at $20.99 each; 24 hair clips valued at $2.95 each; and an unknown number of Beanie Babies.

Charged with robbery on the CTA Two men got into a fight on the Blue Line el train about 5:45 a.m. on Sept. 2, after one allegedly tried to steal the other’s phone.

Carlos Montana Brown, 18, of Chicago, approached a passenger while they were on the train at 711 Desplaines Ave. in Forest Park and reportedly asked, “Who you with?” several times. The man said he felt Brown was acting oddly so he put his phone in his pants pocket, and put his hand over it.

When Brown demanded the phone, the man resisted. Brown allegedly stuck his hand in the man’s pants pocket and ripped the phone out, ripping the man’s pants in the process.

The two then started fighting on the train, and Brown punched the victim in the face and pulled his hair. By the time the train approached the Austin Blue Line stop, the man got his phone back and called police.

Oak Park police arrived and placed Brown in custody.

Brown told police he didn’t feel well and was transported to Rush Oak Park Hospital, where he tested positive for PCP and amphetamines.

He was charged with one count of robbery.

Two men robbed outside barbershop

Forest Park police arrived at an apartment in Berwyn at 4:46 p.m. on Sept. 4, where two men said a man with a gun robbed them outside Fade City Barber Lounge, 7233 Roosevelt Road in Forest Park.

The Berwyn men, 16 and 19 years old, said they were leaving Fade City when they saw a man hanging in the alley behind the store. One recognized him as an employee at the REM temporary staffing firm whose hair he had cut.

The man took out a 9mm handgun and ordered the men to give up their belongings, taking their iPhones, a pair of headphones and $180 cash.

Police recover stolen Chicago car A police officer was driving down Harlem about 3:33 p.m. on Aug. 24 when he saw a Buick abruptly stopping and incorrectly merging onto Interstate 290.

He checked the Buick’s license plate and found the car was reported stolen in Chicago on Aug. 23.

The officer followed the driver onto the expressway and when it exited at Austin Boulevard. By then, two other Forest Park police squads arrived and were able to box the car in at a red light.

The two passengers and driver were charged with criminal trespass to a vehicle. In the backseat of the Buick, police found a backpack full of over-the-counter medication.

The victim told police the keys were in the parked Buick’s ignition at the time it was stolen.

Dodge stolen from service station A Dodge Durango was stolen from the Hawk Chrysler Dodge Jeep service station, 7911 Roosevelt Road, at 3:07 p.m. on Aug. 31. Because employees at were working on the car, they parked it with its keys in the ignition. An employee, who said he was on the other side of the facility, saw two sets of feet near the vehicle, heard the doors slam and then the Dodge Durango accelerated out of the service station.

Beanie Babies, bags stolen from Hallmark A man stole beanie babies, bags and hair clips from Schauer’s Hallmark Shop, 7443 Madison St., about 1 p.m. on Aug. 31. The man entered wearing an apron and carrying a large

Two cars broken into ■■Between 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 30 and 6:30 a.m. on Aug. 31, someone broke into a Subaru parked on the 600 block of Grove and stole $5 in change. The victim said her doors were unlocked.

■■Sometime between 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 31 and 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 1, someone broke into a Ford Escape parked on the 600 block of Ferdinand and stole a laptop and backpack containing an external hard drive. The victim’s doors were unlocked.

Wallet stolen at Walmart Someone stole a Chicago woman’s wallet from the Walmart parking lot, 1300 Desplaines, at some point on Sept. 1. The woman told police she was shopping, paid for her items, and took her cart back to her car. She was distracted by her child for a second, and believes someone took her wallet from her cart then. Her wallet contained $140 cash, two checkbooks, her driver’s license, U.S. passport, two credit cards, and her own and the child’s social security cards.

These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Forest Park Police Department, Sept.4-10, 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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Passin' where the River Bends from page 1 “I was struck by reading that there were more than 200,000 [fair-skinned] blacks who moved up to Canada, passed for white and were never heard of again,” Yarbrough said.

The play is set in 1960s Maywood on the banks of the Des Plaines River, where the protagonist, Eliza Benson (portrayed by Rosette Jarriett, artistic director of the Magnified Gift Theater Company, which produced the play), lives with her caretaker, Iris (played by Sony Cha’Rae Ward).

When a young student, Mazie (played by Amber Sallis), seeks out Benson to interview for a school assignment she’s working on, the elderly woman, who is in her late 80s, seizes the moment to reveal her truth.

Mazie, spunky and determined, must navigate through Iris’ stubborn protectiveness, and Benson’s sleeping spells, to get the sweep of the elderly woman’s story, which anchors the play.

Benson and members of her family passed for white, keeping a critical part of their identities hidden to the world. The play shows them dealing with the fallout of this elaborate subterfuge.

“The play’s name is more indicative of

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A scene from Passin’ Where the River Bends at Madison Street Theatre in Oak Park. somebody passing as a different race,” said Leonard Robinson, the play’s director.

“Each race or society of people has secrets that they keep from each other or their surroundings.

“Passing is something we do every day,” Robinson added. “This play is about identity and being able to be comfortable

with who you are in your own skin. It’s about the ability to relate to others and to keep your true identity when others around you are dismissing or ignoring you, like you’re invisible.”

Yarbrough said that, although the play is not based on her own family history, Eliza Benson is the name of her husband’s

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mother. And while she did not herself act in the play, the longtime politician said she’s no stranger to the stage.

“I performed in Amen Corner,” she said, referencing a three-act play by James Baldwin that was put on in a now-defunct theater company in Maywood.

“That’s where I met Leonard and Percy Littleton,” she said. “During that time, I was running for office. They asked me to read a small part and I did. Next thing I know, I ended up with the lead role of Sister Margaret. I enjoyed it immensely.”

“Each one of us is acting on the stage of life every day,” said Robinson, explaining why he decided to cajole Yarbrough into the lead role.

“Our roles change, depending on which group of people we’re with,” he said. “People in public office do this even more because they have to communicate what they want to get across on different people’s levels so that their message is understood.”

Robinson said Yarbrough settled into the role naturally, without losing her sense of self.

“A lot of times, I tell people, ‘Just be yourself, know the story and tell it how you would tell it,’” he said.

That could also be Yarbrough’s mantra as a playwright, a role she’s also growing into rather naturally. She has two more plays in the hopper.

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OPINION O U R

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Make the case, bar owners, village

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he November election is now seven weeks away.

In Forest Park, Illinois this election is not a referendum on Donald Trump. With Rep. Danny Davis essentially running sans GOP opponent, it isn’t even about one party taking back or keeping the House of Representatives.

Nope, here in Forest Park the focal point on Nov. 6 is the referendum on video gaming. Some voters, and perhaps this editorial page, will ultimately choose a side not exclusively based on the pros and cons of gaming and its local impact but as a statement against the anti-democratic tactics of the last two years by leading bar owners in treading on basic rights in a small-town democracy.

It’s been ugly and there will be a legitimate urge by some to just pay all the incivility back.

We’ll sort that out in the weeks remaining before Election Day. But with a bar owner-backed public forum on the topic set for next week — Tuesday, Sept. 18. 7 p.m. at McGaffers, 7737 Roosevelt Road — let’s put the focus on the actual issues surrounding the continuation of video gaming in the village. We’re glad to see this forum take place because, as we have said for months, bar owners have a case to make in favor of the machines. Until they finally lost in court and the matter hit the ballot for November, they simply chose other, typically despicable, tactics.

Now the onus is on them to make their arguments.

Here are questions we have, both for the business owners and for the village: ■■Once the village council caved and allowed gaming to proceed, bar owners argued for a one-year test. Would there be negative impact on Madison Street in terms of perception of the street, would nuisance crime and general bad behavior increase? So what’s the answer to that?

■■Bar owners now seem to say the first year wasn’t a fair test as machines only slowly expanded in local bars and restaurants. But as the “test” goes longer, is gaming producing the financial results for local business owners and for the cash-strapped village government that warrant continuation? What are the numbers, what are the trends?

■■The village government suggests that its gaming ordinance addressed serious concerns of opponents by severely limiting the sort of tacky neon signage that litters Roosevelt Road in Berwyn. Further, the claim is that Forest Park has effectively banned the stand-alone gaming cafes that have proliferated elsewhere. Are these protections real? Or could they be overturned in court?

■■There’s been noise by gaming proponents that somehow adding video gambling is part and parcel of some broad economic development plan in the village. Where is that plan? We haven’t seen it.

There’s a vote coming. It will finally decide this issue.

All involved should make their best cases. That way, when it is finally over, this wonderful village can finally move on.

At least until the April municipal elections.

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Why the NFL isn’t fun anymore

e have a new coach, a secondyear quarterback, a strong defense to which we added a couple of key free agents, plus a highly regarded draft pick, and we just traded for one of the three best pass rushers in football. It’s a new NFL season and there is hope for my Bears!

Thing is, for the first time since about 1978, I’m not really enjoying the NFL. Which is hard and weird and sad because it isn’t really their fault. The NFL has many, many gunshot wounds in its feet — labor issues, economic inequality, the staggering idiocy of the league’s response to protests, the dismaying lack of response from both players and the management to basically every transgression committed off the field by anyone involved in the league in any way — but for me the heart of the problem is one very simple thing: I no longer enjoy watching this game.

There’s nothing political about it. The rule changes to make the game safer (with an eye toward favoring safety that increases scoring) have just rendered the game … uninteresting.

I realize this sounds callous. I’m very capable of callousness, but in this case the motivation is more complicated than that. I have two competing ideas in my head when I watch the NFL now: ■■ What made this game compelling was the violence, and without hard-hitting defense, it’s dull, like watching the Home Run Derby.

■■ I 100% support outlawing hard-hitting defense because I am not OK watching humans shorten their lives for my entertainment.

Put another way: Confusing as it is, I am wholly supportive of the changes that in my opinion have ruined the sport.

Put a third way, this time by my attorney, when discussing whether or not to fold our fantasy league: “It isn’t fun to cheer anymore because you basically have to yell ‘Tackle him! But not too hard!’”

I miss the simpler bloodlust, the days of rooting for my guys to just annihilate their guys. No one roots for

injuries (except maybe to Green Bay’s players) but the frenzied howling for a huge sack on third-and-long was exhilarating — and it kinda isn’t anymore. I liked seeing guys get knocked down, but even more I like seeing them get up. I don’t want to be watching when someone dies.

I’m not nannying them. I’ve thought about this. I am comfortable with people taking physical risks for my entertainment. I like watching pro wrestling, Jackie Chan movies, and pole dancing. Tear an ACL, break a bone, get arthritis in both hips by 40, fine. But I was in a museum earlier today, the Italian-American Sports Hall of Fame, and I watched a grainy clip of Rocky Marciano defeating some poor slob by KTFO, and I thought, “I just watched someone get dementia.”

That’s a taller order, enjoying knockouts and huge hits with that knowledge.

And I loved the NFL. I had played in the same Fantasy League since 1998. I worked for ESPN for eight years. I have been watching Bears games with my dad my whole life. (I will continue doing that last one.)

This feels like a real loss for me, this loss of interest, though I am allowing for the possibility that we just need some time apart.

I do not feel bad it took me or the whole rest of the world this long to realize that concussions might have cumulative consequences in the long term. It wasn’t intuitive, the idea that a few dozen bell-ringers could leave you unable to remember your own name years later. I’m not ashamed or anything.

That’s not the best illustration of the problem. The guys who were my heroes when I was 11 are going. I don’t beat myself up for not seeing something obvious that no one else did. But now my childhood idols are going on ESPN and telling stories of the damage the game did to them, and it’s hard to watch. I’m not as much younger than them now as I once was. I had a poster of Jim McMahon in my room in 1985 when I was 11. He was diagnosed with dementia in 2012, when he was 53.

Check please.

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time since about 1978, I’m not really enjoying the NFL.

L E T T E R S

Live and let live Two years ago I was one of several residents who worked against allowing video gaming machines in Forest Park establishments. I opposed gaming because I was concerned about the loud and abundant signage that gambling could bring and I thought that the village wasn’t getting enough in return. Two years later, I can say that the legitimate concerns brought by opponents of gaming have been

properly addressed by the local business owners. Businesses now pay $5,0000 a piece for the right to have gaming and estimated earnings for 2018/2019 are over $200,000 in tax revenue. That is a significant revenue boost for the village to put towards other projects. Gaming has not resulted in any unattractive advertising signs on the exterior of local businesses. At most establishments, gam-

ing machines themselves are usually in a separate location from the main dining areas and are hardly even noticeable to customers or staff. Another concern from two years ago was that residents might start spending their money on gambling instead of in local shops and restaurants. Both from what I have seen and heard and what local business owners have told me, this fear has not materialized. I say live and let live. Vote No on prohibiting gaming in Forest Park.

Sue Gancer

Oak Park resident

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Reject political culture of bullying, intimidation

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he sleaziest, most detestable thing a public official can do, in my opinion, is to deliberately try to silence and intimidate private citizens who simply want to speak their minds. Such behavior mocks the democratic process and tears apart the fabric of a community. Such tactics as threatening strategic lawsuits, doxing, abusing FOIA requests to try to dig up dirt on private citizens, and vicious personal attacks ought not to be part of political life in our small town.

Yet these pernicious tactics have been a regular feature of our political culture in Forest Park for nearly a decade and a half.

Commissioner — and practitioner of the political “dark arts” — Tom Mannix has played a central role.

For those of you who are, to your credit, not regular lurkers on the Facebook page Build Forest Park, and may have missed the account in the Review, here is a brief summary of exactly what Mannix did and said recently, and why it still concerns me: Months before, former commissioner and pro-gambling bar manager Mark Hosty, a partner with Mannix in a real estate business, made an FOIA request to view the personal work emails of the wife of a pro-vote activist, looking to find evidence that she engaged in political activities on the job.

All he found was an invitation from the wife (who works in a County department) to her husband to attend the Pride parade, at the behest of her department. Tom Mannix was in some fashion forwarded these emails, and willfully misrepresented them as evidence of wrongdoing. Please note that the woman has never interacted with Tom Mannix, was never involved in the pro-vote movement, and is primarily involved in the Community Garden.

Mannix also expressed the belief that the wife of the chairman of Let Forest Park Vote, a woman who is a well-respected, universally liked and apolitical veterinarian, would harm his dog, and he believed that the River Forest animal clinic where she worked would aid and abet this activity. Again, this woman never once met Tom Mannix. And the animal clinic doesn’t care about the issue of video gambling here.

Astonishingly, Mannix saw no contradiction between making malicious, unhinged accusations against the wives of pro-vote activists and simultaneously threatening a libel lawsuit against anyone criticizing his actions as a public official on the Electoral Board. (If he was so eager to genuinely clarify that his business relationship with bar manager Mark Hosty did not bias his judgment, he might have been wise to not use FOIA requests, garnered by Hosty, to try to intimidate the pro-vote petitioners he claims to have treated fairly.) Threatening

citizens with specious “strategic” lawsuits is a time-honored intimidation technique, and a particularly loathsome one.

At the village council meeting where five citizens spoke against this behavior, the Mayor (playing good cop to Mannix’s bad one) conceded that while he “wasn’t thrilled” with Mannix’s comments, both sides just needed to be quiet. It “takes two to tango”

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he said unctuously, an attempt to silence with condescension people his uncontrollable partner could not silence with threats.

He ignored the difference between heated remarks and cold-blooded acts of intimidation by a public official. And anyway, he noted, there’s nothing the council can do.

Pulling out an old campaign flyer from the last mayoral campaign that accused him of corruption, a flyer he oddly claimed to carry with him at all times, he portrayed himself

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as a victim and dwelled on his own still-hurt feelings. (No mention of how his supporters in that election posted un-redacted, illicitly obtained police records on Facebook that included his mayoral opponent’s Social Security number.)

It is time to reject, once and for all, the political culture of bullying and intimidation.

It is time for the rest of the commissioners, who I know to be good neighbors and honorable citizens, to pass a motion expressing formal condemnation of Mr. Mannix’s actions. It is time, once and for all, to assert that this is a New Forest Park and we as citizens will not be patronized and will not be bullied into silence.

Brian Kuhr is a Forest Park resident.

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First United Methodist Church of Oak Park

First Congregational Church of Maywood

400 N. Fifth Avenue (1 block north of Lake St.) Come join us for Sunday Morning Worship at 11 am Pastor Elliot Wimbush will be preaching the message.

Refreshments and fellowship follow the service.

708-344-6150 firstchurchofmaywood.org When you're looking for a place to worship the Lord, Check First.

You’re Invited to A Church for All Nations A Church Without Walls SERVICE LOCATION Forest Park Plaza 7600 W. Roosevelt Road Forest Park, IL 60130

William S. Winston Pastor (708) 697-5000 Sunday Service 7AM, 9AM & 11:15AM

LIVE Webcast - 11:15AM Service Believer’s Walk of Faith Broadcast Schedule (Times in Central Standard Time) Television DAYSTAR (M-F)

3:30-4:00pm

Nationwide

WJYS-TV (M-F)

6:30-7:00am

Chicago, IL.

WCIU-TV (Sun.)

10:30-11:00am

Chicago, IL.

Word Network

10:30-11:00am

Nationwide

(M-F)

www.livingwd.org www.billwinston.org

West Suburban Temple Har Zion

1040 N. Harlem Avenue River Forest Meet our Rabbi, Adir Glick Pray, learn, and celebrate with our caring, progressive, egalitarian community.

Interfaith families are welcome.

Accredited Early Childhood Program Religious School for K thru 12 Daily Morning Minyan Weekly Shabbat Services Friday 6:30pm & Saturday 10:00am Affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism 708.366.9000 www.wsthz.org

324 N. Oak Park Avenue 708-383-4983 www.firstUMCoakpark.org Sunday School for all Ages, 9am Sunday Worship, 10am Children’s Chapel during Worship Rev. Katherine Thomas Paisley, Pastor Professionally Staffed Nursery Fellowship Time after Worship Presbyterian

Fair Oaks

Lutheran—ELCA

United Lutheran Church

409 Greenfield Street (at Ridgeland Avenue) Oak Park Holy Communion with nursery care and children’s chapel each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. www.unitedlutheranchurch.org

708/386-1576

Lutheran-Independent

Grace Lutheran Church

7300 W. Division, River Forest David R. Lyle, Senior Pastor David W. Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Lauren Dow Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School/Adult Ed. 9:45 a.m.

Childcare Available

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

744 Fair Oaks Ave. Oak Park 386-4920 Sunday Schedule Christian Education for All Ages 9:00am Worship Service 10:00am

Child care available 9-11am

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

Roman Catholic

Ascension Catholic Church

Grace Lutheran School

Preschool - 8th Grade Bill Koehne, Principal 366-6900, graceriverforest.org Lutheran-Missouri Synod

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

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church

305 Circle Ave, Forest Park Sunday Worship, 9:30am Adult Bible Class, 10:45am Wheelchair Access to Sanctuary Leonard Payton, Pastor Roney Riley, Assistant Pastor 708-366-3226 www.stjohnforestpark.org

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

Rev. James Hurlbert, Pastor

Roman Catholic

St. Edmund Catholic Church

188 South Oak Park Ave. Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m.

Sunday Masses: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m., 5:30 p.m.

Weekday Mass: 8:30 a.m. M–F Holy Day Masses: As Announced Reconciliation: Saturday 4:15 p.m.

Parish Office: 708-848-4417 Religious Ed Phone: 708-848-7220

Roman Catholic

St. Bernardine Catholic Church Harrison & Elgin, Forest Park

CELEBRATING OUR 107TH 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

St. Giles Family Mass Community

We welcome all to attend Sunday Mass at 10 a.m. on the St. Giles Parish campus on the second floor of the school gym, the southernmost building in the school complex at 1034 North Linden Avenue.

Established in 1970, we are a laybased community within St. Giles Roman Catholic Parish.

Our Mass is family-friendly.

We encourage liturgically active toddlers. Children from 3 to 13 and young adults play meaningful parts in each Sunday liturgy.

Together with the parish, we offer Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, a Montessori-based religious education program for children in grades K-8.

For more information, go to http://www.stgilesparish.org/ family-mass-community or call Bob Wielgos at 708-288-2196.

Traditional Catholic

The Traditional Catholic Latin Mass

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

Third Unitarian Church 10AM Sunday Forum 11AM Service Rev. Colleen Vahey thirdunitarianchurch.org (773) 626-9385 301 N. Mayfield, Chicago Committed to justice, not to a creed

Upcoming Religious Holidays

Sep 12 Hijra - New Year Islam 13 Ganesh Chaturthi Hindu 14 Elevation of the Life-giving Cross (Holy Cross) Christian Paryushana Parva Jain 19 Yom Kippur Jewish 21 Ashura Islam 22 Equinox Mabon-Ostara Wicca Northern and Southern hemispheres 24-31 Sukkot Jewish 27 Meskal Ethiopian Orthodox Christian 29 Michael and All Angels Christian Oct 1 Shemini Atzeret Jewish

24 HR. TOWING

708-488-8300

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Wednesday Journal and A Tribe Called Aging welcome

The

Tour

Wednesday, October 10th Pilgrim Congregational Church | 460 Lake St. Oak Park A day long, 3 part event, blending medical science, storytelling and live music The ChangingAging Tour shatters our culture’s damaging myths about aging. This is a beautiful day and evening that fills one with hope and excitement for the future.

Disrupt Dementia - ChangingAging Tour Disrupt Dementia 2:30-4:00pm | $20* This immersive and transformational non-fiction theater experience weaves film, music and first-person stories with groundbreaking research turning convention on its head by focusing on what we can all learn from people living with dementia, rather than from experts. This performance is designed for people living with dementia and their allies.

The Lobby Experience - ChangingAging Tour Lobby Experience 4:00-7:00pm In the lobby Dr. Bill Thomas and his friends have created an interactive experience for you to engage with the ideas presented in the afternoon performance, get plugged in with local culture changers’ and connect with others in your community. Dining options available on campus (within short walking distance) between performances.

Life’s Most Dangerous Game - ChangingAging Tour Life’s Most Dangerous Game 7:00-8:30pm | $20* Dr. Thomas’ signature “non-fiction” theatrical performance features original music, storytelling, poetry and groundbreaking insights on aging and care. Featuring musical guests Nate Silas Richardson and Namarah McCall.

*Purchase the whole day pass for just $30

Get tickets at: oakpark.com/changingaging Sponsors:

Oak Park & River Forest Townships

A TRIBE CALLED

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RIVERSIDE PARKS & RECREATION ASST Riverside Parks and Recreation is looking for a highly motivated individual eager to participate in all aspects of the recreation business.

The Recreation Assistant would have administrative responsibilities utilizing RecTrac! and be responsible for instructing classes, supporting with special events, running athletic leagues, as well as day to day assistance with school year and summer camp programs, and helping with the development of recreation offerings throughout the community.

RIVERSIDE PARKS AND RECREATION BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL COUNSELOR Riverside Parks & Recreation seeks Before & After School Counselors to work with children 6-14 years of age from August 2018 to June 2019. This part-time position typically works M–F mornings (6:15 AM–8:05 AM) and afternoons (2:30– 6:15), approx.. 17-30 hours weekly throughout the year with increased hours during school breaks and days off. Pay $8.75 per hour and up. Requirements include: * Must pass CPR/First Aid Certification–provided by RPRD * At least one year prior camp and/ or leadership experience * Knowledge/experience in an assortment of sports and activities * Exhibits dependability, punctuality, patience, teamwork, self-control and enthusiasm * Possesses good leadership abilities and responsibility * Has the ability to work with minimal supervision with children ages 6-14 years of age * Excellent character, integrity and adaptability * Available for training prior to start of the school calendar year * Must be able to participate in a variety of physical activities requiring energetic enthusiasm *Love for working with children

SAL’S POWER WASHING PART-TIME, FULL-TIME Seeking to fill 3-5 Fleet Washing positions. Positions Require: —Clean Appearance —Drug-Free —Valid Driver’s License —Clean Driving Record —Ability to Speak English $10.00 PER HOUR STARTING PAY CALL 708-351-5236

Sr. Application Developer sought by Cars.com in Chicago, IL. Prtcpt in dsgn sess w IT Arch and Dvlpmt Lds. Apply @ www.jobpostingtoday. com #21564

ADVERTISING SALES REP Do you have sales experience?

Are you well networked in the local community?

J.S. PALUCH COMPANY National Publisher of Church Bulletins *Full & Part Time Positions *Excellent Earning Potential *Medical, 401k, Life & ADD Insurance available *Excellent Commission Compensation Plan Email to leanek@jspaluch.com www.jspaluch.com Earn Money!

Do GOOD! Make a POSITIVE IMPACT! ELECTRICIAN’S HELPER PART-TIME Part-time Electrician’s Helper. Must have own transportation. Call for more info 708-738-3848.

PREP PERSON/COOK Experienced cook/prep person needed for busy Oak Park Kitchen.15-20 hours/week. (non-smoker) Please send inquiries to: angiemontroy@angiespantry.com

The ideal candidate has a background in customer service and community engagement. Desired qualities include hard worker, detail oriented, problem solver, flexible, team player, friendly, and creative.

The Recreation Assistant possesses strong oral and written communication skills. Candidates must be driven to excel and perform tasks as requested in a timely manner.

His/her schedule must be flexible to accommodate occasional nights and weekends. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and exemplary driving record.

Position averages 29 hours per week and pays $11–$14 per hour.

Contact: Riverside Parks & Recreation, riversidepr@riverside.il.us 708.442.7025.

Apply online, http://www.riverside.il.us/ Jobs. aspx?CID=98 The Village of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact: Riverside Parks & Recreation, riversidepr@riverside.il.us 708.442.7025 Apply online, http://www.riverside.il.us/ Jobs. aspx?CID=98 The Village of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Senior LIMS Developers sought by Silliker, Inc., Chicago, IL. Deg’d, exp’d w/use of WinLIMS and LimsLINK, etc. Apply online at www. mxns.com.

SYSTEMS ANALYST The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Systems Analyst in the Information Technology Department.

Applicant will need to be knowledgeable and capable to apply the principles and techniques of various programming languages, database, computer programming, on-line programming and programming documentation. Additional skillsets include systems analysis and design techniques, such as database normalization, business analysis, workflow procedure, modular programming, stored procedures, and interface with operating system.

Our technology environment consists of MS-SQL & Tools, Superion OneSolution CAD/RMS, CityView Permit, Licensing & Inspections, ERSI ArcGIS, Laserfiche and web software (Java, HTML, Adobe ColdFusion and Drupal).http://www. oak-park.us/. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application (First review of applications will be on September 14, 2018).

Substitute Teachers Needed for River Forest Public Schools District 90. Must have Valid Illinois Teaching License; Professional Educator License with Endorsements (PEL); or, Substitute Teaching License (SUB); or Educator License with Stipulations with a Para-professional Educator Endorsement (ELS).

Required Certification: Current State of Illinois Professional Educator License or Substitute License Certificate must be registered in West Cook Region 06.

Working Conditions: Available to work on an as-needed basis for Early Childhood through 8th grade classrooms, including core subjects, art, music, physical education and special education.

Position not eligible for benefits.

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Wednesday Journal, Inc., is looking for an energetic self-starter for the parttime position of Distribution Coordinator. This person is responsible for data entry, coordinating drivers for pickup of both weekly and monthly publications, management of our warehouse space, fielding customer service calls and attending community events.

This position requires: strong customer service and problem-solving skills, some college preferred, basic computer skills (Windows), a valid driver’s license, reliable and insured vehicle and the ability to lift 20-30 pound publication bundles.

This position is 20-25 hours per week including Tuesday evenings. Paid vacation and holidays.

Send resume to circulation@oakpark.com.

Supply Chain Engineering Manager sought by Coyote Logistics, LLC in Chicago, IL. Dsgn & implmnt trnsprtn, lgstcl & sply chn slnts.

Aply @ www.jobpostingtoday.com #63615

SUBURBAN REAL ESTATE NEW CONCEPT FOR MAYWOOD

In this quiet residential neighborhood

902 S. 3RD AVENUE (2 blks W of 1st Ave & 1 blk N of Madison)

Reserve your own affordable 2 or 3 BR condo unit of 1000+ sq ft of living space being built on this historic site. You’ll benefit from a unique 12 year tax freeze and lower monthly living expenses from energy saving systems/appliances, and you can help design your own individual unit.

Plans also include building 5 new townhomes onsite. For details Call 708-383-9223.

SUBURBAN RENTALS OAK PARK 2 BR GARDENT APT 2BR 1BA Garden Apt near Longfellow school. Freshly decorated with hdwd floors, tiled bath and beautiful backyard. includes heat, private parking, washer/dryer on premises. $1300 plus 1 mo. security. Background check required. Call 847-561-2699

SUBURBAN RENTALS OAK PARK 3BR 519 N HUMPRHEY 2nd floor of 2-flat. Hardwood floors throughout. Parking avail. Laundry next door. Month to Month. $1390 per month. Call 312-927-4725.

OAK PARK SMALL 1 BR Downtown Oak Park. Hardwood floors throughout. All utlities included. $800 per month.

Call 708-657-4226.

ROOMS FOR RENT AUSTIN CLEAN ROOM With fridge, micro.

Nr Oak Park, Super Walmart, Food 4 Less, bus, & Metra. $116/wk and up.

773-637-5957 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 SELLING YOUR HOME

BY OWNER? Call Us For Advertising Rates!

708/613-3333

SUBURBAN RENTALS

M&M property management, inc.

708-386-7355 • www.mmpropmgt.com 649 Madison Street, Oak Park

Rate of Pay: $110/day for 1-20 days $120/day thereafter

Contact us for a complete list of available rentals throughout Oak Park and Forest Park.

Application Procedure: Interested candidates should complete the on-line application available at district90.org. Please do not send hard copies of supporting documentation, i.e.; cover letters, resumes, etc. to River Forest Public Schools.

Apartment listings updated daily at:

Selection Process: If your qualifications meet the District requirements, a District administrator will contact you directly for an interview and to pick up a document packet from the District office.

7776 Lake Street, River Forest, IL 60305 708-771-8282 • www.district90.org

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CITY REAL ESTATE MLS #: 10019447

5832 W Superior Street Chicago Offered at $296,900

JUMBO 2 UNIT 6 Bdrms, 2 Baths

5832 W. Superior St. Chicago SELLER WILLING TO ASSIST with closing COST on reasonable offer. Spacious units w/ high ceilings, sep LRs & DRs, lg kitchens. Enclosed back porches.

Spacious fin’d bsmt w/lg BR and storage. 2 laundry rms. SEPARATE UTILITIES. Newer roof, and many other updates. .....$296,900 Samuel Jones A. Vision Realty and Mgmt Co. (708) 236-5111 | (708) 732-1907 sam_j_mgmt@msn.com 6 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

2 Units

SELLER WILLING TO ASSIST with closing COST on all reasonable offers -JUMBO 2 unit,Spacious units features -high ceilings ,Separate living &Dining rooms,Large kitchens,And Enclosed back porches. Beautiful & spacious finished basement,Includes 1 large bedroom and plenty of storage space.2 separate laundry rooms.SEPARATE UTILITIES.Newer roof,and many other updates.

Samuel Jones

A. Vision Realty and Mgmt Co. 4415 W. Harrison Hillside, IL 60162 Office:(708) 236-5111|Cell:(708) 7321907|Fax:(708) 236-5113 sam_j_mgmt@msn.com

A. Vision Realty and Mgmt Co.

List office: A. Vision Realty and Mgmt Co. (708) 236-5111

All measurements and figures are approximate. Source of information is deemed reliable, but not verified.

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT OAK PARK OFFICE SPACE Private office (approx. 100 sf) for lease at 1100 Lake Street, Oak Park. Includes desk & chair; high speed Wi-Fi; coffee, tea and water service; nightly cleaning; corporatestyle conference room; reception area. Parking in attached garage (with covered access to building) is free for first 1.5 hours or purchase monthly pass from VOP. $375/ month. Includes heat, AC, electric.

Available Sept. 1. Call 708-2678072. For pictures and more info, search “6686478994” on Craigslist.

CHURCH FOR RENT OAK PARK CLASSIC CHURCH FOR RENT

Includes Sanctuary, Fellowship Hall, Kitchen, Midweek Service/ Bible Study, Office Options.

708-848-9776

LOST & FOUND FOUND CAT Found small black cat in area.

Call 708-343-4609

GARAGE/YARD SALES Berwyn

Find your new apartment this Saturday from 10 am – 4pm at 35 Chicago Avenue.

Or call us toll free at 1-888-328-8457 for an appointment.

FLEA MARKET TRINITY COMMUNITY CHURCH 7022 RIVERSIDE DR SAT 9/15 9AM-2PM Furniture, vendors, lunch and bakery. $1.00 Hot Dogs!

708-484-1818

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GARAGE/YARD SALES Forest Park

GARAGE SALE 904 MARENGO AVE ALLEY THURS 9/13–SAT 9/15 7AM–3PM

Mechanic + range + snowb Air compressor(champion)2 sm snowblowers (Toro, Honda) 2-56 Chevy Hoods, 55-7 Chevy Trunk lid & rear window, oxygen acetylene tanks, torpedo 70000 btu heater, small log splitter, 18 cu ft fridge, 2 61-6 Ford truck fenders, 5000 psi air jack, Jeep 04+up doors.

Forest Park

LARGE MOVING SALE 7209 ROOSEVELT ROAD FRI 9/14 NOON TO 6PM SAT 9/15 8:30AM TO 4PM

26 cu ft Amana side by side refrig; 12 pc wrought iron patio set; 13 cu ft upright freezer, furniture, many household items, gardening pots & more!

North Riverside

GARAGE SALE 2525 HAINSWORTH AVE SAT 9/15 & SUN 9/16 8AM TO 4PM

Tools, furniture, housewares, adult clothes, young women’s clothes, collectors’ plates, Barbie dolls, electronics and much more.

North Riverside

DESIGNER’S GARAGE SALE 2227 S. 4TH AVE FRI 9/14 8-3 SAT 9/15 8-2 50% OFF!!

New household goods and accessories, costume jewelry, woman’s clothing 12=1X, men’s clothing, no kid’s stuff, furniture, holiday decorations Oak Park

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE 515 N CUYLER AVE SAT 9/15 7AM TO 2PM

Everything must go!

We have Electronics, Clothing and everything in between. For Clothing we will have both children and adult clothes.

OMG! You won’t believe the prices!

OMG! You won’t believe the condition of the merchandise!

Oak Park

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE 900 N. MARION SAT 9/15 8:30AM TO 11:30PM

Housewares, adult and children’s clothing, toys, furniture, books, electronics and too much more to list.

Oak Park

TWO BLOCK SALE 900 & 1000 BLOCK OF HOME SAT 9/15 9AM-1PM

Kids/Adult clothes, toys & games, jewelry, furniture, books and posters, holiday items, household, wood lawn ornaments and much more!

Riverside

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ITEMS FORÂ SALE

CEMENT

BRUNSWICK VICTROLA Upright, floor standing model w/ built in speaker. Needs minor cosmetic & mechanical work, but all intact. Pick up in Galewood.

Email: fixit4272@comcast.net ITEMS FOR SALE Slightly used Daewoo compact frig with freezer, veggie drawer; 20X21X33—$80 2 very sturdy all wood sheath back captain chairs, generous seating area;$150

ELECTRICAL

CONCRETE

• Sidewalks • Stairs • Driveways Patios • Repair Foundations • Stamped & Colored Concrete • Exposed Aggregate

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GE microwave, 10X12X14, $25 Call 708-415-8298 PIANO MUSIC Mozart, Beethoven, Schumann piano concertos, ensemble piano music and piano trios.

708-488-8755

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

CEMETERY LOTS 2 WOODLAWN CEMTERY PLOTS Two (2) Woodlawn cemetery plots for sale (side-by-side). In Birchwood section. $5,300 for both, includes transfer fees. Contact Andy 847858-7726

AUTOS FORÂ SALE FORD FUSION 2010 Ford Fusion. 81k miles.

Excellent condition. One owner, garage-kept. $5000 firm. Call 312659-1505.

AIR CONDITIONING/ HEATING AIR CONDITIONING AND APPLIANCE EXPERT Air Conditioning Automotive A/C Refrigerators Ranges • Ovens Washer • Dryers Hot Water Heaters Rodding Sewers Lic/Bonded 25 yrs experience

FREE SERVICE CALL WITH REPAIR AND SENIOR/VETERAN DISCOUNT.

708-785-2619 or 773-585-5000

GARAGE SALE 258 LIONEL RD SAT 9/15 9AM TO 3PM

20 years of accumulation!

Household items, Holiday decorations, garden items, Old Schwinn Bicycle, Antique porch glider, Wagon, wheelbarrow, Priced to sell!!

You have jobs. We have readers!

Find the best employees with Wednesday Classified! Call 708-613-3342.

CONSTRUCTION Chicago Permit Services For All Construction Permits and Building Violation Solutions.

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We make service calls!

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

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Appliance lines Lighting–services Furnace repair & tune-ups Trouble calls Realty pre-sale inspections Lic & Insured Since 1986 Good References

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FLOORS KLIS FLOORING INC.

New hardwood flooring installation & pergo. Sanding, re-finishing, staining. Low prices, insured.

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

773-732-2263 Ask for John

HAULING BASEMENT CLEANING Appliances & Furniture Removal Pickup & Delivery. 708-848-9404

PAINTING & DECORATING CLASSIC PAINTING

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WINDOWS

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RESOLUTION R - 2018 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1169 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF ADDITIONAL TAX FOR LIBRARY PURPOSES IN THE VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD, ILLINOIS WHEREAS, the Board of Library Trustees of the Village of Brookfield has requested the corporate authorities of the Village of Brookfield to levy an additional tax of .02% for certain library purposes, pursuant to Illinois Compiled Statutes, Ch. 75, 5/3-1 (2004); and WHEREAS, this .02% additional tax shall be in addition to the annual levy of .35% allowed for the establishment and maintenance of the library.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, as follows: Section 1: The corporate authorities of the Village of Brookfield herewith determine to levy an additional .02% tax for library purposes for the tax year commencing January 1, 2018.

which petition is signed by electors of the Village of Brookfield equal in number to 10% of the total number of registered voters in the Village of Brookfield and which asks that the question of levying such a .02% tax be submitted to the electors of the Village, then the question shall be submitted at the next applicable election, or at any special election called in accordance with law. The Village Clerk shall provide a petition form to any individual requesting one.

Section 6: This Resolution shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its adoption.

ADOPTED this 10th day of September, 2018 pursuant to a roll call vote as follows: AYES-TTEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Cote, Evans, Ryan, LeClere, Gilhooley and Garvey NAYSâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;NONE ABSTAINâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;NONE ABSENTâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;NONE

Section 2: Such .02% additional tax shall be levied on the value of all taxable property in the Village of Brookfield, as equalized or assessed by the Department of Revenue, and shall be used for the purpose of sites and buildings, for the construction and equipment of buildings, for the rental of buildings required for library purposes, and for maintenance, repairs and alterations of library buildings and equipment.

APPROVED by me this 10th day of September, 2018.

Section 3: The levy of said additional .02% tax shall be effected by the adoption of an appropriate levy ordinance by the corporate authorities pursuant to statutory requirements, which ordinance shall be filed in the office of the Cook County Clerk.

The public is hereby notified regarding the above â&#x20AC;&#x153;Resolution authorizing the levy of additional tax for library purposes in the Village of Brookfield, Illinoisâ&#x20AC;? determining to Levy for the tax year beginning January 1, 2018 an Additional Tax of up to 0.02 Percent of Equalized or Assessed Value of Taxable Property for Particular Building and Equipment Purposes in Accordance with 75 Illinois Compiled Statutes, Section 16/35-5â&#x20AC;? that:

Section 4: The Village Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to publish a copy of this Resolution at least once in the Riverside/Brookfield Landmark, a newspaper with a general circulation in the Village of Brookfield, within fifteen (15) days after its adoption, and also the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Public Noticeâ&#x20AC;? attached hereto as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Annex Aâ&#x20AC;? hereof, shall be included with such publication or posting.

Section 5: If no petition is filed with the corporate authorities of the Village of Brookfield within thirty (30) days after publication of this resolution, requesting that the question of the adoption of this resolution be submitted to the electors of the Village of Brookfield, or if all petitions so filed are determined to be invalid and insufficient, the Village shall then be authorized to levy the tax. However, if a petition is filed with the corporate authorities within said thirty (30) day period,

Kit P. Ketchmark, President of the Village of Brookfield, Cook County, Illinois ATTESTED and filed in my office, this 10th day of September, 2018.

Brigid Weber, Clerk of the Village of Brookfield, Cook County, Illinois â&#x20AC;&#x153;ANNEX Aâ&#x20AC;?

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1. The specific number of voters required to sign a petition requesting that the question of adoption of the Resolution be submitted to the electors of the Village is 1,298 voters.

2. The time in which the petition must be filed is from the date of publication of this Resolution until 30 days hereof, being the 12th day of October, 2018.

3. The date of the prospective referendum, if one should be called pursuant to such petition, is the Consolidated General Election, held Tuesday the 2nd day of April 2019.

4. The Village Clerk shall provide a petition form to any individual requesting one.

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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, October 3, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter:

The Village of Oak Park will receive sealed proposals at the Office of the Village Engineer, 201 South Boulevard, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, until 12:00 P.M. on Thursday, September 27, 2018 for the following: Madison Street Preliminary Environmental Site Investigation. In general, the contract will require the following work: an environmental preliminary site investigation for the Madison Street Improvement Project from Harlem Avenue to Austin Boulevard.

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, October 3, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter:

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, October 3, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter:

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, October 3, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter:

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, October 3, 2018 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. 26-18-Z: 620 N. Euclid Avenue Property Index Number 16-06-414-005-0000

Cal. No. 23-18-Z: 54 Madison Street, James Pearson Property Index Number 16-07-322-030-0000

Cal. No. 25-18-Z: 1111 S. Grove Avenue, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Property Index Number 16-18-321-001-0000 Property Index Number 16-18-321-008-0000

Cal. No. 22-18-Z: 408 S. Oak Park Avenue, Jaime Moran and Pamela Lawrence Property Index Number 16-07-418-001-0000, 16-07-418-005-0000, 16-07-418-006-0000, 16-07-418-007-0000 and 16-07-418-008-0000

Cal. No. 24-18-Z: 715 Highland Avenue, Longfellow Elementary School Property Index Number 16-17-117-028-0000 and 16-17-116-040-0000 Jennifer Costanzo with STR Partners, LLC, Applicant, on behalf of Longfellow Elementary School District 97, is seeking variations from the following sections of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance, which sections relate respectively to dimensional standards (setbacks) and off-street parking requirements, to permit construction of two-story addition to the school building on the premises commonly known as 715 Highland Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois: a. Section 6.2 (C) (Table 6-2: District Dimensional Standards) requires a minimal corner side yard setback of 15 feet; whereas the proposal features a fenced in play area featuring a zero (0’) foot corner side yard setback along Jackson Blvd.; and b. Section 10.4 (A) (Table 10.2: Off-Street Parking Requirements) requires that one parking space per classroom be added to accommodate the additional classrooms; whereas the proposal features an addition that will add a total of eight new classrooms while providing no additional onsite parking spaces.

Those property owners within 300 feet of the Subject Property and those 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.

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 Zoning Board of Appeals may continue the hearing to another date without further notice by public announcement at the hearing setting forth the time and place thereof.

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Proposal forms may be obtained from the office of the Village Engineer starting on Thursday, September 13, 2018 beginning at 12:00 p.m. The Village of Oak Park reserves the right to issue proposal documents and specifications only to those consultants deemed qualified. Proposal forms will not be issued after 4:00 p.m. on September 26, 2018.

THE VILLAGE OF OAK PARK Bill McKenna Village Engineer Published in Wednesday Journal 9/12/2018

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D18155257 on August 22, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of CLICK PROPERTIES with the business located at: 1410 N. HARLEM AVE. UNIT F, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: CHRISTIE GEE, 1410 N. HARLEM AVE. UNIT F RIVER FOREST, IL 60305.

The Applicants Michael and Monica Rose seek a variation from Section 4.3 (Table 4-1: Residential District Standards) of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance which section requires a six (6’) foot side yard setback, to permit the repair of support columns for an existing portico cochere that will move the support column within 1 ½ inches of the north lot line at the premises commonly known as 620 N. Euclid Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois.

Those property owners within 300 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 no 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 Village’s Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449.

The Zoning Board of Appeals may continue the hearing to another date without further notice by public announcement at the hearing setting forth the time and place thereof.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D18155388 on September 7, 2018.

Under the Assumed Business Name of AMY K’S CONFECTIONS with the business located at: 9111 29TH STEET, BROOKFIELD, IL 60513.

The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: AMY R KACZMAREK, 9111 29TH STREET BROOKFIELD, IL 60513 Published in RB Landmark 9/12, 9/19, 9/26/2018

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The Applicant James Pearson seeks a variance from Section 8.3 (B) (Table 8-1: Use Matrix) of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance which requires that residential dwelling units be located above the ground floor in buildings in the MS Madison Street District, to permit the construction of a residential dwelling unit at the rear on the ground floor inside a single-story commercial building at the premises commonly known as 54 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois.

Those property owners within 300 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 no 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 contacting the Village’s Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449. The Zoning Board of Appeals may continue the hearing to another date without further notice by public announcement at the hearing setting forth the time and place thereof.

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Jennifer Costanzo with STR Partners, LLC, Applicant, on behalf of Abraham Lincoln Elementary School District 97, is seeking a variation from Section 10.4 (A) (Table 10.2: Off-Street Parking Requirements) of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance, which requires one parking space per additional classrooms for an educational facility, to permit construction of two-story addition resulting in ten (10) new classrooms while not providing any additional on-site parking spaces for the school building on the premises commonly known as 1111 S. Grove Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois

Applicants Jaime Moran and Pamela Lawrence filed an application pursuant to Section 8.3 (Table 8-1: Use Matrix) of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance, requesting the issuance of a special use permit authorizing an intergenerational program (day care center) providing an opportunity for younger and older generations to interact through planned activities housed in the Oak Park Arms at the premises commonly known as 408 S. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois.

Those property owners within 300 feet of the Subject Property and those 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 300 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 no 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 Zoning Board of Appeals may continue the hearing to another date without further notice by public announcement at the hearing setting forth the time and place thereof.

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 Zoning Board of Appeals may continue the hearing to another date without further notice by public announcement at the hearing setting forth the time and place thereof.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.SHAREE BECTON, MARVIN BECTON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA– DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 17 CH 006065 128 MARSHALL AVE BELLWOOD, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 26, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 25, 2018, 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 128 MARSHALL AVE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-09-103-0310000.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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.

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).

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received by the Board of Education, Oak Park Elementary School District 97 (the “Board”) for the following project: OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT 97 LINCOLN & LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS 1111 GROVE AVE. 715 HIGHLAND AVE. OAK PARK, IL 60304 OAK PARK, IL 60304 & 2019 LIFE SAFETY WORK 1111 GROVE AVE. 715 HIGHLAND AVE. OAK PARK, IL 60304 OAK PARK, IL 60304 LINCOLN & LONGFELLOW/ 2019 LIFE SAFETY BID GROUP 1 – General trades, Concrete, Structural Steel/Metal Deck, Elevators, Excavation and Site Utilities.

Bids will be received until 2:00 p.m. prevailing time on Tuesday September 25, 2018 at the Oak Park Elementary School District 97 Administrative offices, 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302, and will be publicly opened and read at 2:15 p.m. prevailing time on that date. Bids shall be submitted in an opaque sealed envelope clearly marked: Oak Park Elementary School District 97 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302 Attention: Bulley & Andrews Project: LINCOLN & LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS & 2019 LIFE SAFETY WORK - BID PACKAGE 1

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Scope of work for Bid Package 1 generally includes, but is not limited to: General Trades, Concrete, Structural Steel/Metal Deck, Elevators, Excavation and Site Utilities.

All bids must be submitted in accordance with the bidding instructions contained in the Bidding Documents for the project. Bid security in the form of a bid bond in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the base bid amount shall be submitted with the bid. Should a bid bond be submitted, the bond shall be payable to the Board of Education, Oak Park Elementary School District 97, 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. All

documents and information required by the bidding instructions contained in the Bidding Documents for the project shall be submitted with the bid. Incomplete, late or non-conforming bids may not be accepted.

No bids shall be withdrawn, canceled or modified after the time for opening of bids without the Board’s consent for a period of ninety (90) days after the scheduled time of bid opening.

The Bidding Documents for the project (which include the bidding instructions for the project and other related documents) will be available Monday September 10th, 2018 and may be purchased from Springer Blueprint Services – 1640 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60643 – 773-2386340. The Bidding Documents are available for viewing/ download online without cost or purchase at the Bulley & Andrews, LLC FTP Site, https://ftp.bulley.com, username: LincolnLongfellow, password: bulley1891.

The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids or parts thereof, or waive any irregularities or informalities, and to make an award that in the Board’s sole opinion is in the best interest of the District.

The site will be available for visits by appointment to be coordinated with Bulley & Andrews, LLC. Interested parties may inspect the existing conditions. Schedule an appointment with Jason Hayhurst of Bulley & Andrews in advance if you wish to visit the sites.

All bidders must comply with applicable Illinois Law requiring the payment of prevailing wages by all Contractors working on public works. If during the time period of work, the prevailing wage rates change, the contractor shall be responsible for additional costs without any change to the contract amount. All bidders must comply with the Illinois Statutory requirements regarding labor, including Equal Employment Opportunity Laws.

For additional information on the project, contact Jason Hayhurst of Bulley & Andrews, LLC at jhayhurst@bulley. com or 773-645-2110.

Dated: 09/07/2018 Jason Hayhurst Bulley & Andrews, LLC

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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 14-17-04756.

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. 14-17-04756 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 006065 TJSC#: 38-6731 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.

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Commonly known as 933 ELGIN AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-13-414-0290000.

The real estate is improved with a orange brick one story single family home 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. 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, AS TRUSTEE FOR NORMANDY MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2016-1 Plaintiff, -v.LATANIA LOVE A/K/A LATANIA R LOVE, A/K/A LA TANIA LOVE, KENNETH LOVE A/K/A KENNETH R LOVE, LAKEDRA LOVE A/K/A LAKEDRA GARDLEY-LOVE, A/K/A LAKEDRA C. GARDLEY, A/K/A LAKEDRA C. LOVE, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC Defendants 13 CH 07379 933 ELGIN 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 July 10, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 11, 2018, 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:

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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.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 7865.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 7865 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 13 CH 07379 TJSC#: 38-5707 I3096378

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: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 17-5119.

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.

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 17-5119 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 17 CH 10502 TJSC#: 38-6155 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/ B/A MR. COOPER Plaintiff, -v.CHARLES BARDA, DOANN BARDA Defendants 18 CH 3072 3508 SOUTH VERNON AVENUE Brookfield, IL 60513 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 2, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 12, 2018, 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 3508 SOUTH VERNON AVENUE, Brookfield, IL 60513 Property Index No. 15-34-403-0240000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $97,103.27.

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. 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 The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 18-086032.

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.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 18-086032 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 18 CH 3072 TJSC#: 38-5653 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.

I3092918

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.JESUS QUEZADA, ISIDRA QUEZADA Defendants 17 CH 10502 1538 N. HAROLD AVENUE Melrose Park, IL 60160 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 10, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 12, 2018, 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 1538 N. HAROLD AVENUE, Melrose Park, IL 60160 Property Index No. 15-05-103-0370000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $236,124.17.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/ B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO THE NORTH STAR TRUST COMPANY TRUSTEE TO CONTINENTAL COMMUNITY BANK F/K/A MAYWOOD-PROVISO STATE BANK, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED AUGUST 18, 1990 A/K/A TRUST NUMBER 8566, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA– DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2018 CH 02777 1917 S. 6TH 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 18, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 9, 2018, 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 1917 S. 6TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-14-311-0080000.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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

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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 14-18-01528.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-01528 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 02777 TJSC#: 38-5233 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.

I3096180

Property Index No. 15-08-110-0260000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $298,039.71.

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. 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 105814.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. 105814 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 17 CH 12642 TJSC#: 38-6797 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.

I3097023

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CITIZENS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A RBS CITIZENS, N AT I O N A L ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CHARTER ONE BANK, F.S.B SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO HINSDALE FEDERAL BANK FOR SAVINGS Plaintiff, -v.CARL T. GROESBECK, LEIGHTON HOLDINGS, LTD., UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 009347 331 N. TAYLOR 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 December 15, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 26, 2018, 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 331 N. TAYLOR AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-08-109-0110000.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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 spe-

cial 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 14-16-08522.

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. 14-16-08522 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 009347 TJSC#: 38-6801 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.

I3097034

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-BNC1 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-BNC1 Plaintiff, -v.CHERYL TURNER A/K/A CHERYL D. TURNER Defendants 17 CH 12642 218 49TH AVENUE Bellwood, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 19, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 26, 2018, 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 218 49TH AVENUE, Bellwood, IL 60104

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003BC11; Plaintiff, vs.

SERGE CADET; MONIQUE CADET; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 18 CH 2790 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, October 9, 2018 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. 15-10-305-012-0000; 15-10305-013-0000.

Commonly known as 237 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 the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 W18-0250.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3097165

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