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Gun storage information should come from school, parents say

By AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ Staff Reporter

Residents in Oak Park are calling on the elementary school district to commit to informing families about how to properly store firear ms.

Oak Park School District D97, however, isn’t budging. At least not yet.

“We are probably already sharing information in the best way possible,” said Superintendent Ushma Shah. D97 has no policy requiring that information is distributed directly from the district on safe firearm storage. However, Shah said, that does not mean they do not take firearm safety seriously.

According to Shah, D97 works alongside community partners such as the Oak Park Police Department and the Oak Park Health Depar tment, to ensure families receive that information.

Information on safe firearm storage also has been shared through district outlets, such as their newslet-

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A new state law permits schools to share such infor mation

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Former Tap Room space may become music v

Oak Park native and musical booking agent

Donnie Biggins hopes new venue will serve as community hub

By IGOR STUDENKOV Staff Reporter

The for mer Forest Park Tap Room bar may soon become home to a new music venue.

Oak Park native and musical booking agent Donnie Biggins is applying for a conditional use permit to open a music performance venue in a space that has been vacant since the village shut down Tap Room in August 2022. Biggins is no stranger to either Forest Park or music venues. He is a booking agent for Exit Strategy on Madison Street, and he spent years working at FitzGerald’s night club, eventually working his way up to music booker. Biggins also owns the Harmonica Dunn music production company. For the past two years, he organized the Food Aid Festival, a music festival that raises money to combat food insecurity.

The Tap Room’s building itself is up for sale, and according to Cook County records,

the building is still owned by for mer village commissioner Mark Hosty. Biggins will be leasing the space.

Biggins told the Review that he saw it as both a music venue and a community space, a place where nonprofit organizations could host fundraisers and families could hold private events

The musical acts, Biggins said, will be a mix of national touring acts and regional talent.

“My vision is to bring a high-end, live music performance venue and community space to the Village of Forest Park,” he said.

“Though we will be primarily a live music venue, we will also serve as a welcoming neighborhood bar.”

Biggins said that the venue “will feature handmade cocktails, craft beers and premiere non-alcoholic drinks to provide all patrons with the freedom of choice to maximize their experience.”

“I look forward to bringing my 15-plus years of community programming experience to Forest Park,” he added.

This is only the second time anyone has tried to apply for an entertainment venue conditional use permit in Forest Park. Until last August, any performance venues that weren’t a theater of some kind weren’t allowed at the Madison Street corridor at all. On Aug. 14, the village council changed the zoning code to allow them as conditional use, which means that the village reviews any

request to open entertainment venues on a case basis.

The notice also Biggins’ application go before the Planning & Zoning Commission, wh the Forest Hall, on Sept. 18 The commission sions are advisory – it will be up to the to make the final decision.

While the building at the intersection of Madison and Circle still has tenants, including Butter & Brown Bistro restaurant and the ICOMM IT consulting firm, the Tap Room space is by far the biggest and the most publicly visible. Before Tap Room, it housed Healy’s West Side, a restaurant and bar, which Hosty managed. Hosty now lives in River Forest.

While it was open, Forest Park Tap Room faced multiple complaints about loud music, fights and violating COVID-19 mitigation limits in place at the time. When its liquor license came up for renewal, mayor Rory Hoskins, who serves as the village’s liquor commissioner, moved to revoke it. Tap Room appealed, and Hoskins eventually ruled against the bar.

Afterward, Hosty spent months trying to

rent the space out. According to the Cook County Treasurer records, in late June, he got a mortgage from Hinsdale Bank and Trust, a subsidiary of Wintrust Community Bank.

Andy Sokol, the sales agent for the property, previously told the Review this summer that he believes that the building has plenty going for it

“You don’t find many 23,000 square foot buildings in Forest Park,” he said. “If Forest Park continues to hopefully grow, business will come back and creative people would want to put spaces in there, because it’s a beautiful space, it’s a cool loft-looking space. The basement has high ceilings. [The building] is a tank. It’s a super-strong, well-kept building, and someone will take it.”

Forest Park kicks o approval for new Brown/Harlem TIF

Public hearing, nal vote scheduled for Nov. 13

By IGOR STUDENKOV Staff Reporter

Forest Park’s Village Council unanimously approved the legal steps that will pave the way for the creation of a new, less residential iteration of the Brown/Harlem tax increment financing district.

The old TIF, which is also known as Brown Street Station TIF, is set to expire at the end of the year. The village originally tried to get an extension of that TIF in order to get funding for several major capital projects – most notably, redoing the CTA/Metra railroad viaduct bridge over Harlem Avenue. Because

the Illinois General Assembly didn’t approve the extension last spring, the village decide d to create a new, similar-looking TIF instead of risking running out of time to complete the legal steps necessary to make the extension happen.

Monday’s vote schedules a public hearing on the proposed TIF for Nov. 13 at 6:45 p.m. It will take place at the village hall right before the scheduled 7 p.m. village council meeting, where the TIF is expected to get final appr oval. TIF-related documents are available upon request at the village clerk’s office. Residents can also chime in at the Sept. 27 Joint Review Board meeting, which will include representatives from all affected taxing bodies and will be held at the village hall at 11 a.m.

The newly minted Harlem/Circle TIF will largely correspond to the Brown/Harlem TIF

boundaries. The major differences are most residential buildings that are part of the current TIF would not be part of the new TIF, and it would include a larger portion of the Harlem Avenue commercial corridor, reaching all the way down to Madison Street.

When a TIF is created, the amount of property tax revenue the village, school districts, park district and other taxing bodies will receive is frozen, with future increases in taxes collected from the district going into the TIF fund. The creation of the new TIF would reset the amount the taxing bodies get to 2023 levels, and the $4 million in uncommitted TIF funds from the Brown/Harlem TIF will be “ported” over to the Harlem/Circle TIF.

Forest Park is hoping to use the TIF to fund several projects in the northeast corner of Forest Park, including paying a share of

redoing the Harlem Avenue railroad bridge along with Oak Park and River Forest, demolishing the water tower in the nearby CTA railyard and replacing lead pipes in that area. Replacing the bridge has long been a priority for Forest Park mayor Rory Hoskins and his counterparts in Oak Park and River Forest, who feel that the bridge doesn’t accommodate modern trucks and creates bottlenecks and safety hazards. While the Union Pacific Railroad owns the bridge, it isn’t willing to foot most of the bill.

Like all Illinois municipalities, Forest Park is required to replace its lead pipelines — something the village has been trying to find grants to pay for. The TIF funding can be used to pay for replacing them within the TIF boundaries, since it would qualify as infrastructure improvement.

Former Tap Room at 7321 Madison St.

September 13-20

BIG WEEK

Author Discussion & Signing With Patrick Reardon & Floyd Sullivan

Sunday, Sept. 17, 2 p.m., Centuries & Sleuths

These two authors will discuss their works. 7419 Madison Street, Forest Park.

Zach Porlier

Saturday, Sept. 16, 6-10 p.m., Scratch Public House

Live music, featuring both covers and originals. 7505 Madison St., Forest Park.

Mindful Kids: Soundscape Play With Jo Sacco

Thursday, Sept. 14, 4 p.m., Forest Park Public Library

Environmental educator Jo Sacco invites kids to listen to the sounds that surround them in daily life, indoors and out. 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park.

Soup & Bread Forest Park

Tuesday, Sept. 19, 6-8:30 p.m., Exit Strategy Brewing

An evening of tasty soups, salads and bread, prepared by local community chefs and restaurants, Soup & Bread nights are donations-based evenings where community members are welcome to come, eat soup, eat bread and give back. All donations are given direc tly to a food outreach organization. This month, we’ll be giving to @gobeyondhunger, a pillar of good in our neighborhoods. The Szurko Trio will serenade the throng with, as they put it, “classics and oldies you love and miss.” 7700 Madison St., Forest Park.

Listing your event in the calendar

Forest Park Review welcomes notices about events that Forest Park community groups and businesses are planning. We’ll work to get the word out if you let us know what’s happening by noon Wednesday a

week before your news needs to be in the newspaper

■ Send details to Wednesday Journal, 141 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, 60302

■ Email calendar@wjinc.com

George Porter

Friday, Sept. 15, 9 p.m., FitzGerald’s Bassist George Porter was a very integral part of the Meters, an in uential band from New Orleans that put their stamp on the funk movement in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s.

His current music continues that tradition. $30-40, 6615 Roosevelt Road, Berw yn.

New Parent Resource Fair

Sunday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Let’s Play Work

It can be overwhelming nding all the professionals you will need to see once you are expecting or after baby arrives. Sometimes you have no idea what features our community o ers until you are past the stage it is useful and that’s always a bummer. Come join us for a meet and greet to all the people you may need along your parenting journey. Free for adults and children under 10 months old. Day pass is just $10 for this event. Register: www.facebook.com/events/1599671073891423. 7228 Circle Ave. Forest Park.

Forest Park takes steps toward rst Sister City relationship

By IGOR STUDENKOV Staff Repoter

Forest Park took a first step toward establishing a sister city relationship with the Albanian city of Vlora – something that the village ’s Albanian community is eager to see

In early June, F lamurtari Football C lub, Vlora’s soccer club and the oldest soccer club in Albania, pl ayed an exhibitio n match on the Pa rk District of Fo rest Pa rk soccer field. Several dignitaries from the city and the prefecture — a roug h administrat ive equivalent of a c ounty — attended the g ame. Fo rest Pa rk mayo r Ro ry Hoskins, a self-professed soccer f an, went to check out the g ame, and he ended up talking with the Vlora of ficials

As village attorney Nick Pe ppers emphasized, the resolution the village council approved during Monday’s meeting doesn’t commit Forest Park to anything more than a discussion, describing it as “an ag reement to ag ree on something at a future date.” Hoskins said that sharing culture and policy advice would benefit both municipalities, and the commissioners were g enerally supportive of at least exploring the idea.

T he Albanians in attendance spoke fondly of Forest Park, and argued that the collaboration would be good for the village

Vlora, originally founded by Ancient Greeks in the 6th Century BCE, grew into a major po rt city in the ensuing millennia under several dif ferent empires and re gional powers

In the 19th century, while occupied by the Ottoman Empire, it became the epicenter of the Albanian independence movement. This was where the Albanian Declaration of Inde pendence was signed, and while the Vlora didn’t stay a capital for long, it remains a major city.

T he park district soccer field is popular with many Chicagoarea soccer clubs, including clubs formed by immigrants from south European countries. Hoskins told the council that when he heard about F lamutari FC playing an exhibition g ame in Forest Park, he decided to stop by

“I’m a soccer f an, so I stopped by and said hello, eng aged in a discussion with the dele gation,” he said. “I socialized them for a few hours and eventually invited them to the Forest Park village hall. ”

Hoskins said that since Juneteenth was approaching, he told the dele gation about the holiday and gifted them a Juneteenth fla g, and they ended up giving Forest Park their own gifts.

While Hoskins talked about the convention during his June 12 mayor’s re port, the council didn’t revisit the topic until Monday’s meeting.

During the meeting, Hoskins said that while Forest Park had relationships with foreign municipalities in the past, it was never a full-fledged sister city r elationship – which is why the

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village will take a cue from Hanover Park, That west suburban village has 21-year-long Sister City relationship with Cape Coast, Ghana and a 12-year Sister City relationship with Valparaiso, Mexico.

“The idea would be kind of to explore what they did and see if it works for us,” Hoskins said.

When Commissioner Jessica Voogd pressed the mayor for details on what the village would g et out of the arrangement, Hoskins responded that within two years, he hopes to see mutual collaboration within three basic categories – cultural, educational and environmental. For example, he said, the two can share best practices on environmental sustainability, which has been a major priority for Voogd.

Commissioner Michelle Melin-Ro govin, whose day job involves obtaining grants for medical research, noted that having a sister city could open grant opportunities for Forest Park Commissioner Maria Maxham said that she would like to see Forest Park School District 91 and the Forest Park Public Library benefit from the sister city relationship – something that Hoskins ag reed with.

“I think this is just an opportunity for us to show what we have in Forest Park and to learn about the world,” he said. “And I’m always thinking about the schools, so I’m glad you brought it up.”

Seve r al Albanian Fo rest Pa rkers showe d up at the village hall to suppo rt the development of the sister city relationship with Vlora.

T he Rrahmani f amily came to United States in 1999 as part of the wave of ethnic Albanian refug ees who fled Kosovo T hey settled in Forest Park a year later because Vildana Rrahmani found a job there. She told the Review that she has come to love the village, and Vlora’s historical significance to the Albanian people makes her all the more eager to see the Sister City relationship happen.

“It would be great for Forest Park and Albania, because Albanians are kind, caring people, they are intelligent people, they are educated, and it would be good to [for Forest Parkers and Vlorians] to connect through sports,” she said, adding that “So many [Albanians] come to Forest Park, because they f all in love with it.”

Her son, Labeat Rrahmani, was seven when he came to Forest Park, and he spoke fondly of coming of age at the village.

“A partnership with Vlora will be meaningful to the Albanian community, and I think it will provide opportunities for Forest Park to eng age with the [Albanian] community,” he said.

Arben Rama, whose wife is from Vlora, echoed those sentiments

“Vlora is a beautiful city,” he said. “It’s going to be beautiful for both cities.”

What a summer!

A near-record drought, then heavy, midsummer rain, followed by a meteorological fall that evolved into a record heat wave. All that stress probably has your lawn looking weathered. To bring back the green, now is the perfect time to begin your seeding project. Fall offers optimal growing conditions and fewer pressures and stressors than other seasons. As soil temperatures decrease, dormant weed seeds in the soil are not able to germinate as readily. That minimizes competition for space, nutrients, and moisture for the seed to properly establish healthy root systems. With cooler temperatures, the soil also retains moisture longer, decreasing your time and watering demands. Don’t overwater, as this can result in drowning or washing the seed away. Short, frequent watering keeps the top layers of soil moist without being too wet.

Common practice is to keep the top 4-6” of soil moist at all times without being oversaturated. Ten to 15 minutes of irrigation per area will typically provide enough moisture to grow your new lawn. In times of late-season heat, irrigating twice per day might be necessary for optimal growth and soil moisture. NOTE: a 21-day growth period from germination to full growth is normal, after which you can mow for the first time. Your success comes from careful monitoring.

e council is looking create cultural, policy exchanges with Vlora in Albania

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Shot red at Monroe Street residence, family unharmed

A family living at the 7600 block of Monroe Street woke up to discover a bullet hole in the wall.

The husband and wife, and their daughter, were at home when they heard what they thought was a power transformer blowing out on the night of Sept. 6 at around 10:30 p.m. It wasn’t until 7 a.m. the next morning that they noticed a bullet hole in the siding between their front windows, and another

hole in the drywall further back.

Evidence showed that the bullet was fired from out in the street and stopped within the drywall. The family found what turned out to be bullet’s outer shell that had wood from the outer wall, police said.

The victims said that they didn’t have any issues with anyone on the block. While some of the neighbors had security cameras, the police officers said they were unable to ob-

tain the footage at the time of the report.

Liquor store burglary

A Suburban Liquors store employee tried to chase down robbers who stole from his store — and got punched for his trouble

The employee, the store owner’s father, saw a man and a woman enter the store at 7:47 p.m Sept. 9. The woman ordered three

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bottles of tequila from behind the counter. The victim placed the bottles at the counter, out of the woman’s reach, as he waited for payment.

The employee said that the woman then went behind the counter, grabbed the bottles and tried to leave with them. He was able to snatch one of the bottles back, but the man used this as an opportunity to snatch one bottle of tequila from behind the counter. The duo ran out and went into the car parked nearby

The employee chased after them and opened the car’s passenger side door, where the man was seating. The man got out of the car and hit the victim on the side of the head, knocking him to the ground. The duo then drove off, heading east on Madison Street. The employee didn’t get its license plate number

While the store had a security camera, the store owner didn’t send the footage at the time of the report, police said.

Burglaries from motor vehicles

Forest Park saw two separate burglaries from parked cars — one on the morning of Sept. 2 and one over night on Sept. 5.

The Sept. 2 burglary took place at the 500 block of Desplaines Avenue. That morning, the victim was in the process of moving out of her apartment when she left her backpack in her car, a silver 2016 Infiniti. About half an hour later, she received alerts about her debt card being used in a liquor store in Forest Park and a Walgreens location in Chicago. The victim went back to her car and discovered that backpack was gone. Aside from her debit card, it had her drivers’ license, $300 in cash, a textbook, Airpods, and an Apple charger.

The Sept. 5 burglary took place at the 400 block of Ferdinand Avenue. The victim believed that she locked her car, a grey 2015 Toyota Corolla, but a subsequent investigation revealed that the car was malfunctioning. When the victim went to her car that morning, she discovered that “numerous” bags of clothing were missing, and an Apple laptop of unknown make and model was stolen from the trunk. The laptop was estimated to be worth around $1,000 to $1,5000.

These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Forest Park Police Department, Sept. 1-9, 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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Crowds turned out at this year ’s Park District Fall Fest

It was a beautiful weekend for the annual festival

By IGOR STUDENKOV Staff Reporter

Kids and adults came down to Park District of Forest Park’s main park on a sunny Saturday after noon to enjoy this year’s Fall Fest. Now in its second year, the fest featured local vendors, musical acts and entertainment. This year’s acts included two Chicago area cover bands, The Hat Guys, whose sound is influenced by Mardi Gras performers, and Serendipity, an all-women pop/rock band Magician Magic Man Dave performed card tricks between the acts. The fest also featured

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a bounce house and a gaga ball pit for kids, and Bingo organized by the Forest Park chapter of Fraternal Order of Eagles

The vendors were a mix of local businesses such as Play It Again sports, local eateries such as the Golden Steer restaurant, and local organizations such as the Forest Park Public Library and Forest Park School District 91 Parent Teacher Organization. Some of Forest Park’s neighbors were represented as well – Oak Park-based Candycopia, for example, had a table, and so did Chicago White Sox. The park district itself was selling the beer and 2023 No Glove Nationals merchandise.

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GUN STORAGE

Urging schools to inform parents

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ter and social media platforms, said Shah, adding they also shared information on the free firearm lock giveaway held by the police and health departments in May.

But for some local parents, that is not enough.

Local Moms Demand Action member Jenna Leving Jacobson has been advocating for D97 to join the movement and pass a resolution pledging to provide safe gun storage information to district f amilies.

Jacobson, a district parent of two children, presented a petition to the board of education during their school board meeting in early August. The petition, which had 378 signatures, demanded the district “use their uniquely influential position with parents and families, to share life-saving information about secure gun storage.”

Despite nearly two years advocating for this change to occur, Jacobson said the district has not taken action.

around school buildings, safety in c onnection with recreational activitie s, and C PR info rm ation for students in m iddl e school. According to Eve rytown, a nonprofit that a dvo cates for g un safety and against g un violenc e, safe storage includes storing g uns unloaded, locke d, and separate from ammunition.

It’s not clear which districts near Oak Park have passed such resolutions or are considering them. However, a River Forest District 90 re presentative said they do not have such a policy.

But the issue is not unique to Illinois. School boards across the country are adopting resolutions as advocates press them to distribute information to families about how to safely store their firearms. While many school boards across the country voluntarily pass such resolutions, others are seeing new laws mandate their participation. For example, districts in California have no choice this year but to do so after lawmakers required that all local educational agencies communicate safe firearm storage to students, families, and communities through a required annual parental notification.

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“This is a public education campaign,” Jacobson said. “This isn’t legislative advocacy; this is just sharing information.”

Sobering statistics

According to Moms Demand Action’s website, a grassroots movement working toward measures that protect people from gun violence, most school shootings occur after firearms are taken from their home or a relative’s home

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Choosing a community you can trust has never been more difficult.

Choosing a community you can trust has never been more difficult.

Our community has an impeccable record of safety during the COVID-19 crisis and we will stop at nothing to make sure it continues.

Our community has an impeccable record of safety during the COVID-19 crisis and we will stop at nothing to make sure it continues.

Our community has an impeccable record of safety during the COVID-19 crisis and we will stop at nothing to make sure it continues.

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We would be honored for your family to be part of ours.

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T he p ush for schools to be pa rt of the co nversation also stems from the role they have pl ayed providing essential public health info rm ation since the beginning of the p andemic as many districts related important info rm ation on COVI D, including active c ases in the schools, directly to f amilies

“We became used to getting public health information from the schools,” Jacobson said. “There was a new attunes to health and safety. It feels like people are more likely to read their emails from the schools, to listen to the schools, and to be connected to the schools.”

A new state law that went into effect in January permits school boards and other boards in charge of educational institutions supported by the state of Illinois to provide safety education such as safe gun storage.

In the bill, “safety education” means and includes safety in the home, including safe gun storage.

Other topics include safety in and

Research backs that up. According to a 2019 analysis by the U. S. Secret Se rvice National Th reat A ssessment C enter c alled Protecting A merica’s Schools, 41 incidents of targeted school violence in K-12 schools reviewed from 2008 to 2017 showe d that “most attacke rs used firearms, and firearms we re most often acquired from home.” T he assessment also said most of the firearms we re ke pt unsecured. In other situations, the attacker ga i ned a ccess to the secure firearm usually ke pt in a safe or case

According to the Sandy Hook Promise, a nonprofit led by f amilies whose loved ones were killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School mass shooting in 2012, an estimated 4.6 million American children live in a home where at least one gun is ke pt loaded and unlocked.

“It is quite bafing that you wouldn’t do all you can to prevent kids from gaining access to guns. ”

JENNA LEVING JACOBSON Moms Demand Ac tion

Here at home, in June 2022, a six-yearold boy in Forest Park shot of f his finger after accidentally discharging his uncle’s gun, which was stored in a bag in the closet.

In Oak Park, an OPRF student was charged with a Class 3 felony for possession of a weapon on school grounds and a Class 4 felony for aggravated use of a weapon after he was found with a loaded handgun on school grounds in May 2022.

“We feel so helpless with gun violence,” Jacobson said. “It is a crisis out of control in this country. T here is so much that needs to be done that it is hard to feel empowered to g et it done when you are just a mom. Arming ourselves and our community with information feels empowering to me.”

During the public comment portion of the August board meeting, Jacobson addressed the board.

“This community wants you to do all you can to keep our kids and their educators safe,” Jacobson said. “It is quite baffling that you wouldn’t do all you can to prevent kids from gaining access to guns, whether to bring them to our schools, or harm

themselves or someone else at home.”

But whether D97 will send infor mation from their own accord to families is up to the board of education, Shah said.

Board of Education President Gavin Kearney told Wednesday Journal the board is committed to sharing the information but they are looking into what would be the most effective channel of communication.

“I do think it’s something to consider,” Kearney said, adding however, that for it to be a resolution they vote on, the board would need to research what appropriate wording would be.

“One thing is to make it as specific as you can without making it too specific.”

Kearney added that it was important for D97 to clarify that just because they don’ t “memorialize” their pledge to share information, that does not mean they aren’t doing their part.

“Some folks think that because we don’ t have a policy that we don’ t share information or are against sharing information,” Kearney said once agai n stressing the district’s support of safe firear m storage.

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Old-fashioned donuts at Glazed & Infused in Fiore

By DAVID HAMMOND Dining blogger

About two months ago, Glazed & Infused Bakery opened up inside Fiore in Forest Park, and on F ridays, Saturdays and Sundays, starting at 7 a.m., people star t lining up

Erin Mooney is the baker and donut maker, and she has quite the resume, with stints in legendary places including Trio, Green Zebra, and Hot Chocolate. Mooney has been gratified by the public reaction to her selection of decorated toruses (New word? It means “donut or bagel shaped”). “Glazed & Infused has become kind of a destination,” she told us, “and a lot of our fans come to the Forest Park neighborhood from as far away as Deerfield and the city.”

Baked goods — with the exception of well-made bread — have not been among my faves, but then I tried some of the baked toruses from Glazed & Infused. We nibbled a few of Mooney’s donuts, and when I hit the OldFashioned, I was turned around: I really liked it; I even went back to Glazed & Infused specifically to pick up several more.

attractive donut, but it’s the one I go for. The Old-Fashioned’s ir re gular shape, in fact, is one of the things I like most about it: the little outcroppings of crusty cake are easy to pull of f and nibble, no knife required, and the crisp outer edges contrast nicely with the light interior. It’s a sweet thing, just what many people value in a breakfast food (and donuts are traditionally breakfast food, though as Mooney pointed out, “There’s no reason why you couldn’t have them all day long.”).

The Glazed & Infused version of this classic is rather light, not airy, but almost delicate. There’s a thin layer laze on top that adds to the textural variation...and eetness. “The Old-Fashioned Donuts just fly out the door,” said Mooney. “It seems like everyone loves the Old-Fashioned.”

Inventive donuts at Glazed & Infused.

“Old-Fashioned Donuts are,” said Mooney, “our biggest seller.”

There are a lot of other donuts to choose from at Fiore, like the Crème Brûlée, Maple Bacon Long John, Apple Fritter, Blueberry Cake, and Chocolate Glazed Cake with Sprinkles. But it’s the Old-Fashioned that caught my eye…because it looks like a mistake. Uneven edges, and kind of smashed looking, it may not be the most

Though the selection changes gularly, there are always several different kinds of donuts available at Fiore, and we asked Mooney about the characteristics of a great donut. “First and foremost,” she said, “it has to be moist, not dry. The bad doughnuts I’ve had were bad because they were dry. A good donut has to be moist, light, and fluffy. The right sweetness level is also important but difficult to achieve because, of course, [typical] donuts are super-sweet. But you want to try to make them so they’ re not so cloyingly sweet that you don’t even want to finish one. So we play with the sweetness level; my favorite donuts are definitely sweet but not inyour-face sweet. My all-time favorite is the Old-Fashioned. It’s just wonderful.”

Agreed.

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Music on Madison

While future uses of the for mer Healy’s West Side are likely to give a percentage of Forest Parkers a case of frayed nerves, the concept about to go before the Planning and Zoning Commission is an intriguing one

Donnie Biggins, well known locally as a music performance booker, is seeking approval to open a music venue in the space most recently home to the Forest Park Tap Room. Biggins, in an email to the Review, said he saw the space as “a high-end, live performance venue and community space” for the village of Forest Park.

That’s interesting.

The Tap Room, which is still on people’s minds, was an endless controversy as its owners routinely violated a string of local ordinances related to liquor service, crowd control, and any semblance of respect for COVID operating restrictions at a time when that issue was most critical.

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All that ree-raw infuriated a crowd of locals, ranging from the mayor, to the police chief, to other business owners working to comply with local laws, and especially to immediate neighbors near Madison and Circle who had to put up with endless disturbances. The liquor license for the Tap Room was ultimately pulled and, thankfully, it closed.

But the space must ultimately be filled And a music venue, most certainly one with a liquor license, has its virtues and its worries. This is a landlocked building with concer ns over parking. Such a venue will draw evening crowds. But Biggins, who worked for years booking acts at the iconic FitzGerald’s in Berwyn, understands that an audience turning out for a performance is different from a crowd attending an amped-up bar.

We’ll be curious to see where this proposal goes, how attentive its potential operator will be to its neighbors, and what conditions the village gover nment will possibly impose

A comfortable interim

Nothing about the firing of Moses Amidei as Forest Park’s village administrator and now the promotion of Rachell Entler as the interim administrator has been transparent. And Mayor Rory Hoskins is responsible for the lack of candor Village commissioners, who have been uniformly silent, are complicit. Amidei’s dismissal can rightly be kept under cover as a personnel matter. And we will settle for the quiet comments that Amidei lacked decisiveness and was not moving the village forward.

The rapid rise of Entler is another matter A for mer village council member from 2015 to 2019 and a longtime park district mid-manager, Entler moved to village hall as Hoskins’

administrative assistant about a year back

The mayor initially told the Review that he had no interim manager in mind and that Entler was not in line for the post. That changed suddenly last week when she was approved unanimously by the council

The new mystery is when will the council announce its plan for a search for a per manent manager? Our guess is never. Our supposition is that, in a very Forest Park way, the local person with deep roots in town has just been given the permanent post.

The mayor can prove us wrong and announce a le gitimate search. We will wait for the announcement.

As everybody’s Life Cardio starts to come back, post-pandemic, I have realized that there are subtypes of Life Cardio. My weak point, right now, is Travel Cardio.

Back in the Before Times, I used to spend maybe one week out of every six traveling, either for work or for pleasure. It was great. I had routines. I was practiced. I love to travel and was taking full advantage of all opportunities.

I know this isn’t the most common view, but I am one of those people who loves travel so much that I even love business travel. It is the most adult-feeling thing I get to do on any kind of re gular basis that feels good. Wearing business casual and walking through the airport to get on a plane that someone else is paying for so that I can go to another city to do something I’m good at? There is some A-plus, own-up swagger going on. It’s what I imagined being a successful adult would feel like when I was 10.

I also love hotel rooms. Get into the room, unpack my grown-up shir ts and set out my grownup toiletries and ar range all my travel chargers? Heaven. No idea why. Don’t really like having a job, but really enjoy traveling for work I digress. Travel Cardio. The airport is exhausting now. Four years ago, I would think on Sunday night, “I have to go to Washington tomorrow” and then basically the next thing I did that required conscious thought would be unpacking my stuf f in my hotel room. Everything else was on autopilot.

Now it’s different. Now I have to think about how many shirts I might need or whether or not I should refill my toiletry kit. I have to focus going through security. Watch? Belt? I can’t get distracted at the gate, lest I miss some announcement. The airpor t is huge! This is a loooooooong walk. How does a Lyft work? I can’t focus. Everything is baby steps. I have to break things into manageable chunks because all of it is requiring active, eng aged thought. I feel like I’m rehabbing an injury. Which I guess maybe I kind of am.

Somebody I know refers to the global two-year period of mandatory, passively-enforced introspection as “doing pandemic time,” and I really like that idea. Not being able to leave the house for a couple of years was, in fact, a little bit like spending some time in the joint: you think about what you did, you think about what you’ re going to do when you get out, and you spend the time between those two things thinking about them back and forth in turn.

It’s no wonder people go a little crazy. It changes you, confinement. Especially if you’ re a traveler, come to think of it.

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A new name and claim to fame

Areader once asked me to research the historic figures for which our local schools are named

This led to feature-length articles about Ulysses Grant, Elizabeth White, James Garfield, Eugene Field, Robert Louis Stevenson and Betsy Ross

Of these illustrious figures, Garfield was self-educated, Stevenson was home-schooled, and Grant was an indifferent student. Others had more traditional educations and could be considered model students. Betsy Ross had the most questionable biography of any of them.

Bor n in Philadelphia in 1752, she became an upholsterer. She also made flags and sewed American flags for 50 years following the American Revolution. She did not achieve legendary status, though, until her grandson claimed, in 1870, that she had sowed the first American flag.

Betsy Ross may be the star of a omforting American fairy tale, ut she does not deserve to have one of our schools named for her. It’s time to change the name. ’s not uncommon for school districts to change the names of schools. They do it to make the school’s namesake more relevant to today’s students

Nathanial Hawthor ne School is now Percy Julian Middle School. Ralph Waldo Emerson unior High became Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School. In both cases, the names of long-celebrated white Americans were replaced by moder n Black heroes

Which leads me to nominate a woman of color to replace Betsy Ross

the Chicago Working Women’s Union. After Albert was executed and became a Haymarket martyr, Lucy became an internationally famous speaker. She advocated for women’s rights and workers’ rights. She helped found the Industrial Workers of the World labor union. Lucy was more than a labor organizer. She published a biography of Albert and the speeches of the Haymarket martyrs. She was also a newspaper editor She never stopped advocating for workers. The Chicago police tried to silence her for decades.

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According to family tradition, General George Washington visited Ross in 1776 and commissioned her to create the first American flag. There is no archival evidence to substantiate this story and most historians dismiss it. Ross, though, was deemed a patriotic role model for young girls and a commemorative postage stamp was issued to honor her.

Lucy Parsons never lived in Forest Park but she is buried here, in Forest Home Cemetery, close to the Haymarket Martyrs’ Monument, where Albert Parsons was laid to rest. There is no record that Lucy and Albert were for mally married but she always claimed they were

Lucy was born a slave in 1851. Albert had fought for the Confederacy but, after the Civil War, he agitated for Black civil rights. He was shot in the leg while helping Black people register to vote. Albert and Lucy moved to Chicago in 1873. She became a seamstress and opened her own shop. She helped start

Remembering their valor and sacri ce

One-hundred-and-ninety-one dead were remembered in a special memorial garden at Proviso East. They were members of the local National Guard, based at the Armory in Maywood, who played a significant role in one of the most gruesome episodes of the Second World War, infamously known as the 80-mile Bataan Death March of 1942. Many young boys from Proviso Township High School (now known as Proviso East), classes of 1938 and 1939, had joined the National Guard and were part of the historic events that took place in the Philippines during the Japanese occupation.

For 50 years Maywood held a Bataan Pa rade, ending at Maywood Veterans Memorial Park at the corner of 1st Avenue and Oak Street, where tanks memorialized the 92nd Tank Battalion, Co. B.

In 1999, two Proviso East teachers assigned a class project to commemorate the members of the unit, which included Forest Parkers whose stories are among the many recorded. Today, Bataan recognition also includes the men in companies A, C, and D, and the local Filipino community for the incredible valor, sacrifice and brotherhood shared, which has transcend ed generations.

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Lucy was 91 when she died in 1942 — in a house fire. Her legacy lives on, with new biographies highlighting her career. In 2004, the Chicago Park District named Lucy Ella Gonzalez Parsons Park in her honor, though this was opposed by the Fraternal Order of Police. Last year, the city dedicated an apartment development in her name with “100% affordable units.”

Parsons demonstrated a different form of patriotism than Ross. She expressed the patriotism of dissent. She identified injustices and demanded reforms. She was proud to be an anarchist but never called for violence. Lucy Parsons embodies the spirit of Forest Park. She was pro-labor and unafraid to speak truth to power.

So we can perpetuate the myth of Betsy Ross, or we can celebrate a woman who overcame incredible obstacles to bring her message of freedom to the world.

Photo: Forest Park Re view, Sept. 8, 1960: William McLean of the Maywood Chamber of Commerce gi ves an assist to Geord Dennis, VFW Commander, with a banner announcing the Grand Parade in Maywood in 1960.

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RESEARCH ASSISTANT

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Research Assistant in the Village Manager’s Office. This position will perform a variety of duties including assisting in coordinating aspects of equity and inclusion projects/initiatives, some data collection, data entry and analysis, synthesizing information, report writing, and presentation of results to stakeholders. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website https://www.oak-park.us/ your-government/human-resources-departments.

Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application.

PART-TIME CIVILIAN CALL TAKER FOREST PARK, IL

The Forest Park Police Department, seeks a Part-Time Civilian Information Management Call Taker. Eligible candidates will be required to pass an aptitude test and an extensive background check. Qualifications include high school diploma (or equivalent), good verbal and written skills, working knowledge of the computer and Windows, ability to type accurately, a good working knowledge of the English language, the ability to treat customers and co-workers in a polite manner and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Data entry skills and experience answering telephones/operating a switchboard are preferred.

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POLICE RECORDS SUPERVISOR

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Police Records Supervisor in the Police Department. This position will manage, supervise, plan and coordinate the activities and operations of the Police Records Division Support Services Bureau, within the Police Department including records maintenance and management services; and coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at https:// www.oakpark.us/yourgovernment/ human-resources-department. First review of applications will be September 22, 2023.

COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Community Service Officer in the Police Department. This position will perform a variety of public service, customer service and law enforcement related duties and responsibilities that do not require the services of a sworn police officer; and to perform a variety of administrative duties. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at https://www.oak-park.us/your-government/human-resources-department. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application.

FARMERS MARKET MANAGER

The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Farmers’ Market Manager in the Health Department. This position manages the strategic planning and operation of the Oak Park Farmers’ Market; develops sustainable food strategies; and provides health and nutrition education, programming and promotion for the Village. During the Market season, this position would manage the internal staff and contractors needed to operate the Market, provides staff level support to the Farmers’ Market Commission, and manages vendor relations. The Market season runs from May through October, with the Market itself held outdoors each Saturday. During this time, the work week for this position is Tuesday through Saturday. Year-round, this position will provide nutrition education programming for the community in collaboration with the Health Education and Nursing divisions. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at https://www.oakpark.us/jobs. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application. Open until filled.

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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: Y23010928 on August 23, 2023 Under the Assumed Business Name of BIG DOG CONSULTING with the business located at: 812 S. GROVE AVE, OAK PARK, IL 60304. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: CARLOS GUERRERO 812 S. GROVE AVE, OAK PARK, IL 60304, USA

Published in Wednesday Journal August 30, September 6, 13

PUBLIC NOTICES STATE OF MICHIGAN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF LAKE

ESTATE OF JOSEPH LAPLACA, Plaintiff

File No. 23-10626-CH

Hon. David Glancy vs.Circuit Judge

THE ESTATE OF WILLIE HAYWARD, AND/OR ELIZABETH HAYWARD, AND OR THE ESTATE OF ELIZABET HAYWARD its unknown heirs, devisees, and assignees, and any unknown claimants not of record, Defendants

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An action to quiet title to property located in Lake County, Michigan, in which the Defendants have a potential interest, has been commenced by Plaintiffs ESTATE OF JOSEPH LAPLACA, against Defendants THE ESTATE OF WILLIE HAYWARD, AND/OR ELIZABETH HAYWARD, AND OR THE ESTATE OF ELIZABET HAYWARD, its unknown heirs, devisees, and assignees, and any unknown claimants not of record, in the Lake County Circuit Court for the State of Michigan, File No. 23-10626CH, and Defendants must answer or take other action permitted by law within 28 days after the last date of publication. If Defendants do not answer or take other action within the time allowed, judgment may be entered against them for the relief demanded in the complaint.

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LEGAL NOTICE

The Village of Oak Park --Office of the Village Engineer, 201 South Boulevard, Oak Park, Illinois 60302-- will receive electronic proposals until 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2023 for Project: 23-15, Bike Boulevard Pavement Marking and Signage Improvements. Bids will be received and accepted, and bid results posted via the online electronic bid service listed below. In general, the improvements consist of: the installation of pavement markings including preformed thermoplastic, Methyl Methacrylate (MMA), and thermoplastic; the installation of delineator posts; the fabrication and installation of signs and telescoping steel sign supports; and all appurtenant work thereto on Erie Street between Kenilworth Avenue and Scoville Avenue and on Scoville Avenue between South Boulevard and Erie Street in the Village of Oak Park.

Plans and proposal forms may be obtained via the electronic service starting on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. Plans and proposal forms can be found at https://www. oak-park.us/your-government/ budget-purchasing/requestsproposals or at www.questcdn. com under login using QuestCDN number 8693166 for a non-refundable charge of $64.00. The Village of Oak Park reserves the right to issue plans and specifications only to those contractors deemed qualified. No bid documents will be issued after 4:00 p.m. on the working day preceding the date of bid opening.

The work to be performed pursuant to this Proposal is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/0.01 et seq.

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Bill McKenna Village Engineer

Published in Wednesday Journal, September 13, 2023

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

LEGAL NOTICE

The Village of Oak Park will receive sealed Bids from qualified contractors at the Public Works Center, 201 South Blvd., Oak Park, IL 60302 Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. local time until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 for the following:

Village of Oak Park 2023 Root Collar Excavation Bid Number: 23-134

Bid documents may be obtained from the Village’s website http://www.oak-park. us/bid. For questions, please call Public Works at (708) 3585700 during the hours above.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF AND WITH RESPECT TO AJAX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2021-E, MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES, SERIES 2021-E

Plaintiff, -v.JOSEPH R. KLINGER A/K/A JOSEPH KLINGER, VICTORIA KLINGER Defendants 2023 CH 01770 356 E. LYNDALE AVE NORTHLAKE, IL 60164

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 12, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 3, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 356 E. LYNDALE AVE, NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-32-213-0340000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $162,823.04. 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 JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC

Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 23 0251.

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Attorney Code. 40342

Case Number: 2023 CH 01770

TJSC#: 43-2537

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2023 CH 01770 I3227730

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CMALT REMIC 2007-A5-REMIC PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-A5; Plaintiff, vs. GEORGE CALLOWAY; MICHELLE CALLOWAY; CITIBANK, NA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 23 CH 1849

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 3, 2023 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. 15-07-301-047-0000.

Commonly known as 5904 Burr Oak Avenue, Berkeley, IL 60163.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. 6710-191365 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3227778

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. KYRSTAL YORE, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE YORE FAMILY LIVING TRUST, U/A DATED AUGUST 27, 2020; UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE BEATRICE C. RANDLE TRUST DATED MARCH 6, 2014; UNKNOWN SUCCESSOR TRUSTEES OF THE BEATRICE C. RANDLE TRUST DATED MARCH 6, 2014; KRYSTAL YORE AKA KRYSTAL YORE-EVANS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 22 CH 9873 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, October 2, 2023 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. 15-20-402-023-0000. Commonly known as 1606 Downing Avenue, Westchester, IL 60154. The mortgaged real estate is improved

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. 6766-185195

ADC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3227764

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. SPARKLE GIBSON AKA SPARKLE N. GIBSON; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY;

UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 19 CH 2628

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty

Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, October 2, 2023 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. 15-22-402-036-0000.

Commonly known as 2616 South 11th Avenue, Broadview, Illinois 60155. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. 6766-189501

ADC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3227757

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION

FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION

Plaintiff, -v.-

JACQUELINE DESHANA GILES, DEBRINA TARINA RANSON, RICKY

R GILES, HELEN GILES, OSCAR GILES, NAPOLEON GILES, JR, CHERYL GILES, VICTOR GILES, RODNEY GILES, PATRICIA GILES, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF NAPOLEAN GILES, DECEASED, DAMON RITENHOUSE, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF NAPOLEON GILES, DECEASED, UNKNOWN OWNERS

AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS

Defendants

2022 CH 04195

1916 S 17TH AVE

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 28, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 29, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 1916 S 17TH AVE , MAYWOOD, IL 60153

Property Index No. 15-15-315-0230000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $130,546.93.

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 CHAD LEWIS, ROBERTSON ANSCHUTZ SCHNEID CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 205 N. MICHIGAN SUITE 810, CHICAGO, IL, 60601 (561) 241-6901. Please refer to file number 22-022095. 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.

CHAD LEWIS ROBERTSON ANSCHUTZ SCHNEID CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC

205 N. MICHIGAN SUITE 810 CHICAGO IL, 60601 561-241-6901

E-Mail: ILMAIL@RASLG.COM

Attorney File No. 22-022095

Attorney ARDC No. 6306439

Attorney Code. 65582

Case Number: 2022 CH 04195

TJSC#: 43-2768

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2022 CH 04195

I3227752

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION

WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND

SOCIETY, FSB NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ANTLER MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2021-RTL1

Plaintiff, -v.-

52ND AVE LLC, TERESA CHAMBERS, CROWD LENDING FUND ONE, LLC

Defendants

23 CH 01135

1143 CLINTON AVE OAK PARK, IL 60304

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 3, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 25, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 1143 CLINTON AVE, OAK PARK, IL 60304

Property Index No. 16-18-319-0350000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence/condo.

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.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 3469088.

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. 22-13500IL

Attorney Code. 61256

Case Number: 23 CH 01135

TJSC#: 43-3290

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 23 CH 01135

I3227713

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION

U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the SCIG Series III Trust; Plaintiff, vs. GAD IKEANUMBA AKA GAD C. IKEANUMBA; 1030-32 NORTH AUSTIN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION AKA 1030 -32 N. AUSTIN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION AND HENRY SILVERMAN LIVING TRUST

U/A/D AUGUST 26, 1996;

Defendants, 11 CH 33740

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 3, 2023 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate:

P.I.N. 16-05-314-031-1001.

Commonly known as 1032 N. Austin Blvd., Unit 1N, Oak Park, IL 60302.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection

For information call Ms. Mary E.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

Spitz at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Sottile & Barile, LLC, 7530 LUCERNE DRIVE, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OHIO 44130. 440-572-1511. ILF1810025 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3227769

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CSMC 2018RPL6 TRUST Plaintiff, -v.MELVIN E. KRUMDICK, DAVID E. GEE

Defendants 2022 CH 10770 1178 S. ELMWOOD AVENUE OAK PARK, IL 60304 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 11, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 12, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 1178 S. ELMWOOD AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60304

Property Index No. 16-18-429-0130000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $151,871.10.

Sale terms: 100% of the bid amount shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. 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 KELLEY, KRONENBERG, P.A. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 20 N. Clark St., Suite 1150, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 216-8828.

Please refer to file number M22365.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

KELLEY, KRONENBERG, P.A. 20 N. Clark St., Suite 1150 Chicago IL, 60602 312-216-8828

E-Mail: ileservice@kelleykronenberg. com

Attorney File No. M22365

Attorney Code. 49848

Case Number: 2022 CH 10770

TJSC#: 43-2893

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2022 CH 10770 I3228527

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION

DLJ MORTGAGE CAPITAL, INC.

Plaintiff, -v.-

UNKNOWN OWNERS AND/OR LEGATEES OF BERNARD JOHN HESTER, DECEASED, DIANE MARIE HESTER, BERNARD FRANCIS HESTER, JULIE FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR BERNARD JOHN HESTER, DECEASED, SANTA MARIA CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD

CLAIMANTS

Defendants 2019 CH 11767

210 N. OAK PARK AVE., UNIT GGGAR 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 July 12, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 16, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 210 N. OAK PARK AVE., UNIT GG-GAR, OAK PARK, IL 60302

Property Index No. 16-07-212-0101108

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $185,329.09.

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 JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 21 8631.

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 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650 Chicago IL, 60602 312-541-9710

E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg. com

Attorney File No. 21 8631

Attorney Code. 40342

Case Number: 2019 CH 11767

TJSC#: 43-2878

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2019 CH 11767

I3228658