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WC3 set to flip switch on joint dispatch May 8 is target date for changeover to consolidated 911 agency

By BOB UPHUES Editor

West Central Consolidated Communications, a joint emergency police and fire dispatch agency serving Brookfield, North Riverside, Riverside and McCook, will go live on Tuesday, May 8 after two years of preparation.

WC3 beginning next week will handle all police and fire calls for the four villages, replacing the individual police dispatch centers each village now operates. WC3 Executive Director Jason Rodgers, whose office is inside the North Riverside Police Department where the new consolidated dispatch center is located, said residents JASON RODGERS shouldn’t notice much change in the way calls are handled.

“I expect calls to 911 to be pretty seamless,” said Rodgers, who was hired by the WC3 executive board, which includes the village managers of Brookfield, North Riverside and Riverside. WC3 also has an operations board, which includes the fire and police chiefs See WC3 on page 8

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SWEET SENDOFF: A rocker at heart, Ethan Tkalec (left) gets ready to pick the winning ticket for a candy guitar, raffled off by fellow RBHS students and faculty to help raise funds to offset the cost of his medical care, during a daylong tribute last Friday to the 14-year-old freshman who underwent surgery on May 1.

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RBHS celebrates freshman Ethan Tkalec ahead of surgery

By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

Usually, Ethan Tkalec is driven to school in the family van. But April 27 was different.

Instead of the family van, a RiversideBrookfield High School minibus filled with Ethan’s closest friends arrived at his Riverside home a little before 8 a.m. to take him to school, escorted by a Riverside police car.

That was the beginning of a special day for Ethan, a 14-year-old RBHS freshman who suffers from giant axonal neuropathy, known as GAN, an extremely See ETHAN on page 10

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Brookfield Library event is out of this world Village-wide ‘Rocket Men’ reading project caps with May 31 author event

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van who made the connection with Kurson, whose book “Shadow Divers” was the subject of a discusWhile last year’s community wide read- sion group she led last year. Kuring event was firmly planted in the earth- son was unable to make it to the bound world of presidential politics, the library to talk about the book at the time, but he told her 2018 edition of Brookfield about a new book he Reads! is out of this world. was about to publish.

The book for the fourth anDonovan asked Kurnual community-wide reading son if he would like to event, sponsored by the Brookbe part of Brookfield field Public Library, is “Rocket Reads!, and the die was Men” by Chicago area bestcast. selling author Robert Kurson, Murray, Donovan and which tells the story of Apollo Librarian Christy Eyre 8, whose astronauts in Decemall attended the launch ber 1968 were the first to leave party for “Rocket Men” the Earth’s orbit in order to orROBERT KURSON at the Museum of Scibit the moon and pave the way ence and Industry – for the first moon landing less which has the Apollo 8 command than a year later.

Apollo 8’s mission capped a tumultuous module on display – on April 5. In year for the United States, which witnessed addition to Kurson, all three Apolthe assassinations of both Dr. Martin Lu- lo 8 astronauts attended the launch ther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy, riots party.

“What stood out was in the wake of King’s death in the camaraderie they many major American cities, had with each other,” continuing protests against inMurray said of astrovolvement in the Vietnam War nauts Frank Borman, and battles between police and 90; James Lovell, 90; protestors outside the Demoand William Anders, 84. cratic National Convention in “They acted like brothers. They Chicago. were funny, but also serious.”

The U.S. space program also Kurson, whose 2004 book was under pressure to make “Shadow Divers,” about the disgood on President John F. KenFRANK MURRAY covery of a Nazi submarine off nedy’s pledge to land a man on Head of reference and the coast of New Jersey, was a the moon by the end of the 1960s electronic services at the New York Times bestseller, will – pressure made more intense Brookfield Public Library take part in a discussion and

by Soviet space program efforts.

Q&A event on Thursday, May 31 “I never realized how much at 7 p.m. at the Brookfield Zoo the public and the government Discovery Center. was doubting NASA,” said The author event will be modFrank Murray, head of refererated by Riverside-Brookfield ence and electronic services at Landmark Editor Bob Uphues. the Brookfield Public Library.

“They had their backs up against the wall More than 300 people turned out for the 2017 and they knew how much was riding on it author event featuring David Axelrod, for– not only beating the Russians but proving mer advisor to President Barack Obama. they could do it and do it safely.”

To register to attend the author event at Murray said it was Librarian Deb Dono- Brookfield Zoo, sign up online at brookfieldEditor

“They had their backs up against the wall.”

library.info/brookfieldreads.

Brookfield Public Library will also be hosting special events prior to the author event in connection with Brookfield Reads!

Book discussions open to the public will be held May 19 at 2 p.m. at the Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd., and on May 24 at 7 p.m. at Irish Times, 8869 Burlington Ave., Brookfield.

Print and digital copies of the book are available for check out at the library.

On May 22 at 7 p.m., the library will also host “The Space Race,” presented by Michelle Nichols from the Adler Planetarium.

Nichols will take an in-depth look at images and information about the space race between the U.S. and Soviet Union, which has surfaced in the past 20 years.She’ll also bring NASA moon and meteorite samples.

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NR Players puttin’ on Ritz with ‘Young Frankenstein’ North Riverside Players continues performances of its spring musical “Young Frankenstein” on May 4, 5 and 6 in the gymnasium of the North Riverside Village Commons, 2401 Desplaines Ave. A Broadway adaptation of the classic Mel Brooks film comedy of the same name, “Young Frankenstein” follows the exploits of Frederick Frankenstein, the grandson of the infaPROVIDED mous Victor FrankenTRIPLE THREAT: Igor, the Monster and Frederick Frankenstein, who inherits the stein (above) provide some “Transylvania Mania” during estate and follows in the the North Riverside Players’ staging of “Young Frankenmad scientist shoes of his grandfather. stein” this weekend at the Village Commons.

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Serial DUI offender indicted by grand jury A Minnesota woman dubbed “one of the worst DUI offenders in the United States” by Riverside Police Chief Thomas Weitzel was indicted by a Cook County grand jury on April 26 for seven counts of felony aggravated drunk driving.

Tasha Lynn Schleicher, 41, has been held at Cook County Jail since her bond hearing on April 4. Riverside police arrested her April 2 in the parking lot of a Harlem Avenue gas station.

She reportedly had an open bottle of appleflavored whiskey in the car and allegedly was so impaired that she had pulled her car up to a kerosene pump.

Schleicher, according to police, has been arrested for drunken driving at least seven times in as many states. At the time of her arrest in Riverside, she was wanted on warrants in Nebraska, Idaho and Oregon.

Weitzel said Schleicher had avoided jail in the past, in part because she used aliases and multiple Social Security numbers when arrested previously.

After she was arrested for DUI in September 2017 in Rochester, Minnesota, the state’s Child Protective Services Department took custody of her 11 children, ranging in age from 17 to infancy. She reportedly had five children under the age of 10 in the car with her at the time of the Minnesota arrest.

Riverside police reported that Schleicher was passing through Chicago after having dropped off her 15-year-old son in Indiana “to party” with a relative. She reportedly had taken him out of foster care to make the drive.

Riverside police had charged her with felony DUI and driving on a revoked license. After hearing police testimony, the grand jury added multiple felony counts of driving under the influence, police said.

Schleicher’s next court appearance is May 14 at the Maybrook courthouse.

Note-bearing rock thrown at residence A resident of the 4100 block of Arthur Avenue, Brookfield, called police on April 30 to report that sometime between 3:30 a.m. and 4 a.m. someone threw a brick through the glass storm door to her home.

To the rock was tied a hand-written note alleging some sort of past offense made by someone who, according to police, at one time lived elsewhere on the block. Police believe the rockthrower targeted the wrong residence.

Car tires slashed Riverside police charged a 43-year-old Berwyn man with criminal damage to property after he allegedly slashed the tires of a car belonging to the boyfriend of his estranged wife in the 200 block of East Burlington Street just

after midnight on April 28.

Police responded to the scene after getting a call about a man banging on the windows of a residence. Upon arriving police confronted the suspect inside his vehicle nearby. A witness told police the man had punctured the tires of a vehicle parked in the vicinity.

The man reportedly admitted puncturing the tires with a knife, but police were unable to locate it.

Jewelry stolen from home Brookfield police responded to a home in the 3800 block of Hollywood Avenue after a resident reported on April 23 that jewelry valued at more than $8,000 missing from her bedroom.

Because the house is listed for sale and has a lockbox, police requested and obtained a list of people who had access to the house at the time the theft is believed to have occurred. The investigations continues.

Anti-cop graffiti reported Brookfield public works employees removed vulgar graffiti that named a specific Brookfield police officer after receiving a report that the message had been spray-painted on the façade of the Brookfield Bowl, 3415 Maple Ave. on the morning of April 24.

A witness reported seeing a man wearing a hooded jacket and accompanied by a “pointertype” dog in front of the building around 4 a.m.

Similar graffiti was also discovered that morning as short distance away on the rear wall of Tischler Finer Foods, 9118 Broadway Ave.

DUI suspect strikes Memorial Circle A 31-year-old Oak Brook man was charged with drunken driving after he reportedly drove his 2013 BMW into the center of the Veterans Memorial Circle at Eight Corners in Brookfield on April 27 at about 12:45 a.m.

Witnesses told police the BMW blew the stop sign while going northwest on Grand Boulevard and did not brake before striking the curb, jumping it and landing in the middle of the circle.

The driver’s blood-alcohol content reportedly was .163, which is more than twice the legal limit of .08. In addition to DUI, he was also charged with damage to village property. No one was injured.

These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Riverside, North Riverside and Brookfield police departments, April 23-30, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded. Unless otherwise indicated, anybody named in these reports has only been charged with a crime. These cases have not been adjudicated.

— Compiled by Bob Uphues

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Bicyclist hit by car on First Ave. escapes serious injury Video shows bike crossing against red light

By BOB UPHUES Editor

Riverside’s police chief said a 16-yearold bicyclist who was struck by a car as he crossed First Avenue at Forest Avenue against a red light on April 26 was lucky not have been seriously injured.

Two different videos of the crash – one from a motorist’s dashcam and another from a camera at Riverside-Brookfield High School – show that a boy rides his BMX-style bike without pausing at the corner from west to east across First Avenue from the south sidewalk on Ridgewood Road.

At the time of crash, about 8:15 p.m., it is dark outside. The videos show that the boy makes it almost all the way across the roadway before being struck by a 2003 Lincoln sedan in the easternmost lane of traffic.

The dashcam video appears to show the boy trying to veer north away from the oncoming car before he’s struck. The bicycle can be seen tumbling northward and landing on the north sidewalk of Forest Avenue.

“When you look at the video, you can see how lucky he was,” Police Chief Thomas Weitzel said.

Paramedics took the boy, a resident of Riverside, to Loyola University Medical Center

for treatment. According to Weitzel, while he took a hard fall onto the pavement, the boy was alert and responsive the entire time and walked by himself to the ambulance. He was released from the hospital after treatment, Weitzel said.

The dashcam video clearly shows that northbound traffic had a solid green light and that the driver of the Lincoln saw the bicyclist only at the last second.

Police did not issue any citations to the 56-year-old Markham woman who was driving the Lincoln. Paramedics, however, did treat the woman for a panic attack following the crash.

Weitzel said the traffic lights and pedestrian countdown signals at the intersection were working properly at the time of the crash. However, Weitzel did say the police department has received some complaints that the temporary signals installed during the MWRD’s sewer lining project at the intersection don’t cycle correctly.

The temporary signals are not tied into the sensors embedded in the roadway, said Weitzel. Both left-turn signals and green lights are supposed to cycle continuously.

The company responsible for maintaining the signals, Lyons-Pinner Electric has not reported any malfunctions whenever

Fire guts apartment above Cermak Road tavern No one hurt, but BCT sustains smoke and water damage

By BOB UPHUES Editor

Unattended burning candles appear to have been the cause of a fire that destroyed a second-floor apartment and damaged the business below it, Big Corner Tavern, 8405 Cermak Road in North Riverside, on the afternoon of April 28.

No one was hurt, but fire gutted the upstairs apartment and water and smoke damaged the bar, which remains closed and likely will take weeks to repair.

Frank Amanti, manager of Big Corner Tavern, said about 20 people were inside the bar at 5:30 p.m., when two females came running downstairs from the apartment, yelling to call 911.

According to the police report, three people -- a 16-year-old girl, a 21-year-old woman and a 21-year-old man were in the apartment

at the time the fire started.

“Most of the fire was in front,” said Amanti, who added that when everyone inside evacuated they could see smoke “billowing” from the upper floor.

North Riverside Fire Chief Tom Gaertner said the fire started in a bedroom on the west side of the building and spread throughout the apartment.

“The whole second floor was engulfed,” Gaertner said, who added two cats perished in the fire.

Firefighters from numerous neighboring suburbs responded to the box alarm. It took about a half hour to extinguish the flames.

Personnel were on the scene for about two hours, Gaertner said, putting out hot spots and investigating the incident.

While the investigation hasn’t closed, said Gaertner, signs pointed to candles in the bedroom being the cause of the fire.

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CLOSE CALL: A surveillance camera at Riverside-Brookfield High School captured the moment a bicyclist was struck by a northbound vehicle on First Avenue on April 26. The 16-year-old bicyclist was not seriously injured. they have gone out to check after complaints, said Weitzel.

Police called the company again on April 30 after a Brookfield resident commented on the Riverside-Brookfield Landmark’s website, that her family has experienced cycle malfunctions on more than one occasion.

According to Weitzel, Lyons-Pinner Electric personnel observed the signals for about 45 minutes on April 30 and did not

report any malfunctions.

However, said Weitzel, the company said that the temporary signals are tied into the same circuit as other signals up and down First Avenue. If there is heavy traffic or some sort of issue elsewhere along the roadway, that could affect the way the Riverside signal cycles.

“So if there’s a problem in Maywood, it could affect the cycle at First and Forest,” Weitzel said.

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Rotarians raise funds for Mexican medical facility Area clubs raise $37,500 for clinic, clean-water station in Jalisco

By JACKIE GLOSNIAK Contributing Reporter

Puerto Vallarta is a popular costal paradise in Mexico’s state of Jalisco, complete with sandy beaches, world-class resorts and fine seaside cuisine. From the resorts that line the coast, it’s hard to imagine that life anywhere near the booming tourist hotspot can be anything other than paradise.

Yet, only miles away, hundreds of locals face a stark difference in living conditions — poorly constructed homes, scarce access to quality education and extreme lack of medical resources.

In Las Mesas, a small town about two hours outside of Puerto Vallarta, the harsh realities of life are hard to ignore, as was soon discovered by Brookfield-Riverside Rotary President Charles Ezell upon his first visit to the region back in 1999.

Nineteen years later, Ezell is proud to say he and other area Rotarians have helped make a difference in the everyday lives of those in Las Mesas — with the opening of a new medical facility and clean water center.

Ezell, a Berwyn resident and former teacher, became involved with the Brookfield Riverside Rotary Club about five years ago, following the dissolution of the former Berwyn Rotary Club, where he was member for several years.

“One of the mottos of Rotary is ‘service above self,’ and I’m a retired educator, and when I first went as a tourist to Mexico, I did

the tourist things and what interested me was wanting to see some Mexican schools,” he said. “That’s what motivated me.”

The idea for the medical facility and clean water project first came to mind years ago after he began taking trips to the region to work with elementary school children, donating school supplies to the region through the help of the Berwyn Rotary.

The owner of a restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, who became an acquaintance, took Ezell to the poor community outside the city.

Ezell couldn’t believe what he saw — filthy water sources and people living with untreated medical conditions.

“When I went to this town for the first time … I noticed that there was a lady there who had a laceration on her foot,” Ezell said. “I asked my friend, ‘Will she receive any medical help?’ And he said, ‘No, there’s no medical help here at all.’

“Then I asked more questions, and we found out that they get their water supply from the river. The water is untreated and delivered in a hose that is above ground and carries a lot of sediment, and the horses and cattle contaminate the water. The water was awful.”

Soon, the wheels began turning. Ezell wanted to tackle the idea of bringing clean water and a low-cost, all-access medical facility to Las Mesas.

“I knew that the Rotary in Puerto Vallarta was interested in clean water projects, and so [my wife and I] went to the president of the

[Puerto Vallarta] Rotary and started talking to him,” he said.

The president of the Puerto Vallarta Rotary Club told Ezell to write a global grant application — a Rotary International project to support large international activities with sustainable outcomes in a specific Rotary area of focus. The Puerto Vallarta club served as the host club for the project. Soon after, Ezell began drafting proposals to Rotary International.

While Ezell said the planning process for the project took about a year, the writing process and getting other Rotary clubs on board to help participate took close to three years.

“As you raise money from local clubs, you get a matching grant from Rotary International,” Ezell said.

At one point, Ezell said, he was turned down for the grant since Rotary International did not find the mission specific enough.

“The big sticking point was that Rotary International saw our project as we outlined it as three separate small projects,” he said.

After all, not only was Ezell looking for clean water and a medical facility, but also internet access for the area.

But, after reworking the grant proposal and calling it “health infrastructure,” Ezell said Rotary International eventually accepted the proposal.

“We’re talking about water, and that’s certainly clearly under health. We’re talking about the clinic, and that’s clearly under

health; but the clinic has to have a way to connect with the larger community about the coming and going of doctors and staffing and so they really need the internet,” Ezell said about how he re-presented the project.

Ezell then began petitioning local Rotary Clubs in LaGrange, Western Springs, Hinsdale and Darien for donations. In total, Ezell said area clubs were able to raise $37,500.

Additionally, the Puerto Vallarta Rotary Club raised $2,000 for the project.

After the medical facility, water filtration system and internet towers began construction, Ezell said he ensured the medical facility would be operated through a sustainable plan in partnership with another Jalisco village, Talpa de Allende, whose mayor developed a plan with Ezell to guarantee governance of the facility and provide doctors to serve the clinic five days a week.

The new facility, Las Mesas Clinic, is a three-room dispensary with a reception room, two hospital beds and one examination room. Care is free for all residents of the region, where the only thing they have to pay for are medications, which have been negotiated to be distributed at low cost.

The project also provides a clean water supply for the area through a water filtration plant that purifies water resourced from a local river.

Upon attending the clinic’s ribbon cutting ceremony this past November, Ezell’s reaction was pure and simple.

“It was a great day,” he said.

Brookfield trustees wary of fast-food biz liquor request Owner wants to sell alcohol to get gaming machines

By BOB UPHUES Editor

A liquor license request from the owner of a Brookfield fast-food stand looks like it’s going nowhere after the village board expressed reservations about his reason for wanting to sell beer and wine – to profit from video gambling.

Mario Zavaleta, owner of Danny’s Pizza and Beef, 9123 Ogden Ave., told village board members at their April 23 committee of the whole meeting that he wanted a liquor license because that was a state requirement for being able to apply for a gaming license.

“I was thinking about bringing the gaming machines in there, and you have to have a liquor license,” Zavaleta said. “That’s why I want it, to have the gambling machines in there.”

Brookfield has allowed video gambling in its bars and restaurants since 2012 and at present there are 68 video gambling termi-

nals in 14 establishments in the village.

And they are quite popular.

In 2017, players fed almost $13,275,000 into local video gambling terminals, with a total net terminal income of about $3.25 million, according to information provided by the Illinois Gaming Board.

Of that net revenue total, 30 percent was skimmed off the top in taxes to be shared by the state and the village. The state of Illinois’ share was $813,453, while the village of Brookfield collected $162,690.

The remaining $2,277,642 was divided evenly between the establishments and gaming machine vendors – based, of course, on how much gambling income was generated at each establishment.

For some places, the income from gambling in 2017 was modest. Brixie’s Saloon, for example, took in $31,569 last year from its five machines.

For others, it is a windfall. Cordial Inn, which has been Brookfield’s video gam-

bling income champ since the start, raked in $198,031 in 2017 from its five machines. Since 2012, Cordial Inn’s take from video gambling receipts has been almost $1.14 million.

So, it’s no surprise that adding video gambling machines is attractive for a small business.

While video gambling has been an important source of income for some businesses and, to a lesser extent, the village, officials in 2015 took steps to prevent video gambling parlors from opening by requiring any liquor license holder to wait a year before applying for a local gambling license.

Danny’s Pizza and Beef is particularly small. Zavaleta admitted to trustees that most of his business was carryout. The dining area itself has four tables.

Village President Kit Ketchmark told Zavaleta that giving a liquor license to a carryout business for the express purpose of obtaining gambling machines was troubling.

“I’m not sure that is something that this

board would support,” Ketchmark said.

Trustee Michael Garvey said that granting such a license might trigger other requests from carryout businesses and might set the village down a slippery slope.

“If we’re doing this, I believe we’ll be flooded with other applications for this,” Garvey said.

With state requirements about separating video gambling machines from the dining area, some trustees wondered whether it was feasible to squeeze machines in the business.

“You’d be lucky to get 12 sitting down there,” said Trustee Ryan Evans. “By the time you went through with a plan to add video gaming and met the state requirements, you’d have even less room for people to be sitting there.

“I’d be hard-pressed on this one.”

Trustees are expected vote the liquor license request up or down at their meeting on May 14.

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Brookfield to change Eight Corners parking rules Bowing to business owners, village to drop time limit east of circle

By BOB UPHUES Editor

Less than a month after public works employees installed new signs restricting parking to two hours along the 9100 and 9200 blocks of Broadway Avenue – and igniting a surprise protest from business owners -- the Brookfield Village Board beat a retreat on April 23, saying the signs will come down.

Not only that, village trustees signaled that they will change the rules for parking on Broadway Avenue and in the 3500 block of Maple Avenue. The change will allow parking, with no daytime time restrictions, on the west side of Maple Avenue, next to S.E. Gross Middle School.

The hope is that faculty at the school will park there instead of along Broadway Avenue, leaving more spaces for customers of the businesses there. Right now, parking is prohibited in that stretch of Maple Avenue between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Parking is already allowed during the day on the east side of the 3500 block of Maple Avenue.

Police and fire officials say there’s no reason cars should be prohibited from parking there during the day. A fire lane next to a fire hydrant is already marked on the street, and emergency vehicles can reach the school from many directions.

Village Trustee Ryan Evans, who is also principal of S.E. Gross Middle School, said he also reached out to the Illinois State Fire Marshal to be sure there were no concerns about opening up that side of the street for daytime parking.

“School District 95 has been looking to pursue more parking opportunities to alleviate congestion much as the village is doing,” Evans said.

It was the school district, said Evans, which approached the village about opening up parking on the west side of Maple Avenue.

It’s believed the parking prohibition on Maple Avenue may be a holdover from the

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Police Chief James Episcopo told business owners the intent of the new signs was not to begin stricter enforcement, but for the signs to reflect the law on the books. But business owners also complained that the two-hour limit would create a headache for employees and drive some customers away.

It was a reaction that took ofBOB UPHUES/Editor ficials by surprise. The village SIGNING OFF: Brookfield will take down two-hour had gotten complaints about allparking signs recently installed in the 9100 block of day parkers from business ownBroadway Avenue, after businesses complained they ers in the 9200 block of Broadway Avenue, west of the circle. would affect employee parking and drive away cusWhat officials learned was tomers. The signs simply reflected longstanding rules, that businesses on either side of but the village board is opting to change the parking the circle apparently have differlaws there instead. ing needs for parking.

“When we reinstalled those time when the school’s main entrance faced signs, it seems like we almost created more isthe street. The main entrance now faces the sues,” said Village President Kit Ketchmark. parking lot along Broadway Avenue.

East of the circle, in a nod to business “The use of [the entrance] has changed owners, daytime parking restrictions will be drastically over time,” Evans said. “The eneliminated completely. trance to the school is on Broadway, and that West of the circle, the existing two-hour will continue with time.” parking restriction, which extends from MaAs for parking along Broadway Avenue, the ple Avenue to roughly 9230 Broadway Ave., village is bowing to business owners and will Dr. Kathleen Schafer’s office, will remain in eliminate daytime parking restrictions in the place.

9100 block of Broadway Avenue that have exWhile agreeing to the change, Trustee Miisted on the books for decades and which the chael Garvey suggested that the businesses new signs were simply meant to reinforce. may see unintended consequences, like emBusiness owners hit the roof in early April ployees of other businesses taking up spaces when the new signs appeared in the 9100 all day in front of their storefronts. block of Broadway, limiting daytime parking “If this is what they want right now and to two hours. While overnight parking signs this will help them, I’m fine with doing it,” have been displayed along the entire length said Garvey, “but knowing we might have of Broadway Avenue for years, the signs re- to revisit this down the road and monitor stricting daytime parking apparently have the situation and ask business owners to disappeared over time. approach staff and the board as they notice While the village recognized the time re- problems or trends going forward.”

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Brookfield looks to revise curb cut removal policy Village won’t pull out aprons to 9 residential driveways after all

By BOB UPHUES Editor

Curb cuts to the nine residential driveways slated for removal this year as part of Brookfield’s road improvement project will be reinstated, after residents complained that the village’s policy was vague and that notice of removal was last-minute.

In recent years, the village has sought to remove curb cuts connected to “driveways to nowhere,” so called because the driveways don’t lead to a garage or to an appropriately paved parking pad behind the front setback of the home.

Many of the driveways to nowhere were created when detached garages were demolished or attached garages were converted into living spaces. The intent of the policy was to limit the number of cars parking in residen-

tial front yards, particularly where vehicles blocked sidewalks.

However, of the curb cuts identified for removal in 2018, village staff has now concluded most would be considered as leading to driveways in side yards.

“None of the pending driveways will be altered or changed,” said interim management consultant Jay Dalicandro.

Dalicandro on April 23 recommended to members of the village board that the curb cuts to side driveways be reinstated after determining that almost all of them were in side yards and didn’t fit the description of going “nowhere.”

“It’s still a work in progress, in that we’ll need a definitive policy going forward,” said Dalicandro of village staff ’s effort to come up with a policy that can be applied as universally as possible without creating an undue burden

on homeowners.

“It’s a change in policy that the board feels strongly about, and they don’t want to hurt the residents,” Dalicandro said.

If that new policy requires an amendment to the village’s zoning code, the matter could end up on the desk of the Brookfield Planning and Zoning Commission, which would have to hold a public hearing and welcome public input.

“Once we get a policy in place, we can look at how it affects zoning,” Dalicandro said.

Dalicandro on April 23 suggested placing conditions on some of this year’s cases, including widening driveways that didn’t conform to standards. Staff recommended giving homeowners up to a year to make such improvements and put up a $1,000 bond to ensure completion.

However, village trustees were leery of forc-

WC3

$1.2 million to implement from page 1 of every member agency.

With about 70 percent of emergency calls coming in from mobile phones, Rodgers said that the most important aspect of consolidated dispatch is verifying in what town the emergency is.

That shouldn’t be too much of a problem for the 12 full-time WC3 dispatchers, all of whom are already emergency dispatchers in one of the member communities.

“There is already a familiarity, because we all work so closely together,” said Riverside Village Manager Jessica Frances, who is chairwoman of the WC3 executive board through 2021.

One major change as a result of the consolidation is that local police department front desks, except for North Riverside, will be staffed during daytime hours only. After hours there won’t be anyone physically present to take walk-in reports or complaints.

However, there will be video cameras and phones at the front desk areas in Brookfield, Riverside and McCook that can immediately patch after-hours visitors into the WC3 center.

Frances said that residents of the four towns should also begin calling 911 for all incidents to ensure immediate response. While non-emergency numbers will be answered during daytime hours, those phones won’t be manned after hours at the individual departments and callers will get a message telling them to call 911.

“If you need immediate assistance, the way to get emergency medical services, police services or even public works is 911,”

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COMMAND CENTRAL: WC3 will be staffed with three dispatchers during daytime and evening hours, with two overnight, allowing more than one dispatcher to assist on calls and improve response times.

Frances said.

All of the member villages are also changing the way they provide emergency notifications to residents. Moving forward, the villages will all be using a service called Everbridge, which will be able to forward text and voice emergency notifications to residents.

Residents can sign up for Everbridge online through a link on the home page of the village of Brookfield’s website at www.brookfieldil.gov.

North Riverside Police Department will also become the central booking and prisoner lockup facility for Brookfield and River-

side, while McCook will process its arrestees in Stickney, said Rodgers.

Throughout the next year or so, said Rodgers, dispatchers will be trained in Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), an advanced form of emergency dispatching to provide consistent service to those calling in with medical emergencies.

There will be three dispatchers working during two of the three daily shifts, said Rodgers, two dispatchers will work overnights.

The setup should allow dispatchers to assist one another and more quickly dispatch emergency personnel.

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ing additional expense, increasing impermeable surfaces and requiring a bond.

Trustees and Dalicandro agreed to do work now to identify possible problem driveways that would be affected by road improvement projects in future years and work with those homeowners on solutions with plenty of notice.

“Now is the best time to plan on how to address those,” Dalicandro said.

Tom Galbraith, whose curb cut to the driveway of his McCormick Avenue home was one of the ones initially targeted for removal, said he agreed with the village’s decision to take a second look.

“I’m satisfied with the outcome since they said they will leave the driveways alone and amend the ordinance or re-write the ordinance,” Galbraith said. “If they follow through on this, I will be satisfied with the outcome.”

and signed into law by Gov. Bruce Rauner in 2015, consolidated dispatch is meant, over the long haul, to reduce overall costs and provide better service to communities under 25,000 people.

However, the savings are not yet in evidence. Setting up the joint dispatch center, which will be housed in the North Riverside Police Department at 2359 Desplaines Ave., has cost its member communities about $1.2 million.

Brookfield, North Riverside and Riverside split the cost for creating the agency as full partners in WC3. McCook is an associate member and will pay WC3 a flat fee of $150,000 during the first year, with annual increases built into McCook’s agreement with the agency.

One of the biggest expenses was the installation of fiber-optic cable, creating a closed high-speed communications system between WC3 and all of its member agencies. The fiber-optic cable installation, a project that started last summer, cost the agency about $760,000 alone.

“Are we realizing a cost savings right off the bat in year one? Not with those capital outlays,” Rodgers said. “But we’ve worked really hard to keep things in line with not going beyond what agencies are paying independently with their own [centers].”

WC3 could see an after-the-fact reduction in the overall cost for implementation through grants that have become available through the Illinois Emergency Telephone System Board, which collects E911 surcharges on all phones registered in the state and distributes the funds based on registration.

“The state advisory board has been setting aside a certain portion of those surcharge funds for agencies to apply for,” Rodgers said.

If WC3 is successful in obtaining a grant, it could significantly offset the cost for creating the consolidated dispatch center.

BIG WEEK

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And more Brook Park Elementary School, 1214 Raymond Ave. in LaGrange Park, hosts an art show featuring the work of all students in grades one through five on May 3 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Nazareth Academy, 1209 W. Ogden Ave. in LaGrange Park, presents a Spring Choir Concert on May 8 at 7 p.m. in the Romano Family Theatre. The pops concert features favorites from the past and present. Free.

Hitzeman Funeral Home, 9445 31st St. in Brookfield, hosts its first Grief Support Gathering, to be held the second Tuesday of each month, on May 8 at 6:30 p.m. Addie Anderson will speak about counseling and coaching services to dispel common myths and discuss the effects of grief, especially for the newly bereaved. RSVP by May 4 at 708-485-2000 or to info@hitzemanfuneral.com.

The Riverside Arts Center, 34 E. Quincy St., hosts the Riverside-Brookfield High School AP Art exhibit from through May 12. Gallery hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.

Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd., hosts Book Fiesta on May 5 at 4 p.m. Drop in and join Christal Beyer for a morning of stories and songs in Spanish. Visit www.brookfieldlibrary.info or call 708-485-6917 for more info.

Riverside Public Library, 1 Burling Road, hosts an Embracing Retirement workshop on May 2 at 7 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room.

North Riverside Public Library, 2400 Desplaines Ave., hosts a Senior Drop-in on May 4 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Meeting Room. Play cards and socialize every Friday. For kids, Messy Mornings for Munchkins (ages 2+), May 8 at 10:30 a.m.; Lapsit Storytime (babies, toddlers with adult) on May 3 at 10:30 a.m.; Pajama Storytime (all ages with adult) on May 8 at 6:30 p.m.; Tales & Treats (ages 2-5) on May 5 at 10:30 a.m.; and Legos Club Mega-Build Challenge on May 4 at 3:45 p.m.

Riverside-Brookfield High School, 160 Ridgewood Road, continues its spring WET Class, an adult-level water exercise class every Wednesday night through May 23. No swimming involved. Email Noelle at bajhorn@ rbhs208.net.

The Brookfield Elks Lodge, 9022 31st St., hosts bingo every Monday night. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games start at 7 p.m. minimum cash payout of $2,275 a night, plus pull tabs, lightning, tic-tac and raffles.

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North Riverside Firefighters Union Local 2714 hosts its annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Saturday, May 5 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the North Riverside VFW Hall, 2622 Desplaines Ave. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for senior citizens and children under 12. Join local firefighters for a night of food, fun and prizes.

Proceeds benefit the union’s charitable causes.

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Cinco de Mayo Concert

North Riverside Park Mall, 7501 Cermak Road in North Riverside, invites the public to a Cinco de Mayo Concert on Sunday, May 6 from 1 to 5 p.m.

Performers include Orejones, Luis Alfredo Mariachi Singers, Mexican Folkloric Dancers and Dora the Explorer. Celebrate, dance and win prizes.

Do you Raku?

Lyons Township High School invites the public to take part in its annual Raku Fest, an outdoor, interactive ceramics event filled with flames, smoke, fun and art on Friday, May 4, from 3:05 to 8 p.m. at the South Campus south parking lot, 4900 S. Willow Springs Road in Western Springs.

To register, email Lorena Lagis at llagis@lths. net and send $5 for a small homemade ceramic pot. Spots are limited to the first 45 people.

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Remembering the Berlin Airlift Learn about or relive the memory of the Berlin Airlift, one of the greatest operations in U.S. military history, supplying the citizens of West Berlin for more than a year in 1948-49 after the Soviets cut surface transportation to the Allied-occupied part of the city, which was isolated far inside the Soviet sector of occupied Germany after World War II.

Organic gardening at home

North Riverside Public Library, 2400 Desplaines Ave., and the North Riverside Garden en Club present “Organic Gardening” on Wednesday, ay, May 9 at 6:30 p.m.

College instructor Karen Starsky explains how w to grow organic vegetables and fruits at home..

Refreshments provided.

To sign up, call 708-447-0869 or online at www. northriversidelibrary.org/events.

Historian Anette Isaacs will bring this period of post-war history to life on Monday, May 7 at 7 p.m. at the Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd., to celebrate its 70th anniversary.

Register to attend by visiting www.brookfieldlibrary.info or calling 708-485-6917.

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We can’t publish everything, but we’ll do our best to feature the week’s highlights.

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ETHAN

Students raise $2,300 from page 1 rare inherited genetic disorder that progressively attacks the body’s central nervous system and weakens the muscles. Those with GAN typically don’t live beyond their early 20s.

“This disease is very similar to ALS and it’s just a devastating disease,” said Ethan’s mother, Gelse Tkalec.

Friday was Ethan Tkalec’s last day of school at Riverside-Brookfield High School this year and students and staff wanted to make it unforgettable. On May 1, after the Landmark’s press time, the Ethan was scheduled to undergo major spinal surgery to help him deal with the effects of GAN. During the risky surgery at Lurie Children’s Hospital, surgeons will implant two titanium rods in Ethan’s back during a spinal fusion operation to control severe scoliosis.

“This will help the spine stay straight despite his weakness in his muscles and it will help to have the back not collapse back on the organs,” Gelse Tkalec said. “It will help keep the lungs clear longer. It was very difficult for us to decide to do this because there is risk of doing the operation, but there is also a greater risk not to do anything.”

On Friday at RBHS the focus was on Ethan and showing him how much he meant to the school.

When Ethan entered the school Friday morning, he was met by two rows AUDREY CONNELLY of students lined up RBHS sophomore to clap him into the building. Then came a special breakfast.

At lunch, Ethan was feted in the cafeteria.

He was given a signed photograph of Chicago Blackhawks star Patrick Kane and presented with a RBHS football jersey bearing the number 1. The Tkalec family was also given $2,300 that students and staff raised to help defray costs associated with his surgery. Students presented Ethan about 200 handwritten cards at the end of the day.

The lunch period culminated when Ethan zoomed his motorized wheelchair down the aisle in the middle of the cafeteria to the cheers of fellow students while one of his favorite songs, “Thunderstruck” by AC/DC, blared through the speaker system.

At the end of the day Ethan led the RBHS band through the school’s hallways and out the door as the band serenaded him with music.

“It was very cool,” Ethan said, adding

“He’s always lifts my spirits whenever I’m with him.”

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CENTER OF ATTENTION: Ethan Tkalec got a police escort to school on April 27, was clapped into the building by an honor guard of students and zoomed his wheelchair around the RBHS cafeteria to the sounds of AC/DC. At the end of the school day (above), he was serenaded out of the building by the RBHS band with hallways lined with fellow students. that the lunchtime celebration was loud and crazy and made him feel warm inside.

Ethan positivity and joyfulness has profoundly affected those who know him best.

“He’s taught me that nothing really lasts forever and to enjoy the moment while it’s here and definitely not to sweat the little things,” said Annalisa Cinkay, who met Ethan in a sixth-grade art class at L.J. Hauser Junior High School and is perhaps his closest friend.

Cinkay says that Ethan is a great friend.

They talk on the phone, sometimes they sing together or just hang out.

“It’s the best relationship I have in my life,” Cinkay said. “He has taught me so many things about love and loving myself and loving others and appreciating everyone in my life.”

Ethan is a sweet, funny, sarcastic boy who maintains a positive, upbeat attitude despite being confined to a wheelchair and dealing with the limitations of a devastating disease for which there is currently no cure. He loves happy movies, classic rock groups such as Led Zeppelin, Queen, Journey and Van Halen.

Friday RBHS science teacher Dave Monti gave Ethan a special gift: a guitar pick that once belonged to Angus Young, the lead guitarist and co-founder of AC/DC. Ethan loves dance parties and singing.

“He’s always down to party and dance and he’s also really sarcastic,” said Audrey Connelly, a RBHS sophomore who is Cinkay’s stepsister and also one of Ethan’s best friends. “He’s always lifts my spirits whenever I’m with him and he honestly just radiates love and positivity.”

Ethan is popular with girls and is known as something of a flirt.

“He’s one of the biggest flirts I think I’ve ever met, and every girl just plays into it, and honestly it’s just his positive attitude that attracts the girls so much,” said Angie Kuehn a nurse and Ethan’s aide at RBHS. This year, however, Ethan has formed an exceptionally close relationship with Brookfield resident Jake Garvey, who is his Best Buddy in a club that pairs students with special needs with students in the general RBHS population. Garvey is co-president of Best Buddies.

“Something just clicked,” said Garvey, a senior standout baseball player who is going to play baseball at Concordia University next year. “We just get along really well.”

Although Ethan has a feeding tube, he can eat some regular food. He loves macaroni and cheese. He and Garvey like to go out to eat at Irish Times in Brookfield and Nicksons in LaGrange. Both families have become close due to the relationship between the two boys.

Like Ethan’s other friends, Garvey says that time spent with Ethan always brightens his day. They might watch a Blackhawks game together or just hang out. During his adaptive physical education class, where Garvey serves as an aide, Ethan likes to race Garvey using his motorized wheelchair while Garvey runs.

“He’s showed me how to just have fun with everything,” said Garvey, who said Ethan is like his third brother. “I’ve never had a bad day hanging out with him. He’s just fun to be around.”

On Friday night, Ethan was back at RBHS to see the Orchesis dance show that included senior McKenna Doyle, another close friend and Best Buddies Club member who is Garvey’s girlfriend.

Ethan had an unusual class schedule, structured to appeal to his interests and limitations. In addition to an English class he took with other special-needs students and adaptive physical education, he took three classes with the general RBHS student population: Choir, Acting and Directing and Drawing and Painting.

Ethan’s parents, John and Gelse, were moved by the outpouring of love for Ethan at RBHS. “We just think it’s incredible that the school has come together to do this for Ethan,” Gelse Tkalec said.

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Talking things through

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ou might be tempted to think, in light of the village of Brookfield backing away from controversies over residential driveway aprons and parking restrictions at Eight Corners, that it’s simply a matter of the squeaky wheel getting

the oil.

While that may be partially true, it also reflects a change in the way village hall is responding to its constituent residents and business owners.

Brookfield residents have complained for years that village hall simply doesn’t hear them. Or call them back.

While customer service was a stated goal and changes were made to help make it a reality, when it came to policy, village hall knew best and didn’t want to hear about it.

The village’s decisions to install new signs restricting parking at Eight Corners and tear out the aprons of residential driveways they deemed code violations were part of that father-knows-best attitude.

News of the signs and apron demolition came with virtually no notice and little explanation.

But there are signs that’s changing.

One thing that’s obvious since the village hired Jay Dalicandro as a management consultant is that he’s interested in solving problems and not simply cramming planning and zoning policies into places where they just might not make sense.

Communicating with the people affected by the policy implementation is part of that strategy.

When the village decided to put up the parking signs at Eight Corners, they didn’t talk to all of the business owners first. It turned out that what was a problem on one end of Broadway was not a problem on the other end. Habits and business requirements evolved over time.

After businesses complained, the village sat down with them and got a better picture of the reality on the street.

The result is a change in parking rules. Will those rules evolve again as the area redevelops? Probably, and communication between the village, business owners and residents in the area will be key in maintaining a balance.

As for the driveway aprons, removal of them with no discussion or notice was a hammer blow to homeowners who are about to lose a valuable asset — their driveways. Many of the “driveways to nowhere” predated those owners, and the village saw fit to let them remain intact for decades.

Maybe some of them need to be removed for safety reasons. But doing some advance scouting, identifying potential problems and working with homeowners on a solution is surely a better strategy that simply mailing them a form letter telling them that in two weeks they’ll no longer have a driveway.

Small towns like Brookfield are organic and evolve. The parking rules of 1954 may not suit 2018. But communication is always a key factor in tracking that evolution.

Not many decisions by a local government are universally embraced, but as long as they’re fair and sensible, they’re at least defensible.

It’s much harder to defend my-way-or-the-highway policies that appear to residents and business owners like some sort of punishment for situations they didn’t necessarily create.

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KOSEY CORNER

Riverside’s Finn chosen for 2018 Jansky Award

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ometimes it is just nice to recognize people who do good without seeking any recognition, just lending a hand because they can. Such was the thought of the late Bill Jansky of Riverside, businessman and active Riverside Township Lions Club member.

It was for just such people that the Jansky Award was established in his honor -- to recognize people who have quietly served for the benefit of many.

The honoree this year is Bob Finn of Riverside.

Bob Finn has resided in Riverside for 45 years, since he married a Riverside girl, Judy Miller.

The couple raised their two sons here and recently moved to their third house in the village.

Finn has been an active member of the community and at St. Mary Church. He served as a member of the Riverside Safe Environment Commission, after which he was appointed to the Landscape Advisory Commission.

An avid gardener, he was able to help the village, both physically and with his expertise.

It is not unusual to see him with groups volunteering during Olmsted Society clean-up days in the parks. He also finds time to volunteer at the Morton Arboretum, where he

also gains more knowledge he can share with Riverside.

Finn also has an artistic side. He takes classes at the Riverside Arts Center and volunteers there as an officer on their board. During the annual Riverside Arts Weekend, he can usually be found helping children with simple art projects RAC’s tent in Guthrie Park.

A member of the Knights of Columbus at St. Mary’s, he also serves as an usher and is on hand to help with other projects within the parish.

Finn will have his name added to the Jansky Award plaque, which is located on the first floor at the Riverside Township Hall. His volunteerism is an example of what the award stands for and his name is a proud addition to the list of those who have similarly been awarded.

Bob Finn will receive the award on Tuesday, May 8, at regular meeting of the Lions Club.

The dinner is at the Scottish Home, 2800 Desplaines Ave., with social hour at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:15 at a cost of $20 per person. Reservations are required by Saturday, May 5 and can be made by calling yours truly, Lions Club President JoAnne Kosey, at 708-447-5219.

JOANNE KOSEY

LETTERS

Riverwalk tenant likes building I am living at Riverwalk Senior Residences located at 8019 Ogden Ave. in Lyons. The property manager is Lisa Byers and the assistant property manager is Tina DeBartolo. Both managers are well-liked by the tenants.

Also, both managers are very sweet to deal with.

There are movies shown in the TV rooms on a flat TV

screen. Also there is bingo on Tuesday and Friday in the social room. There is also a laundry facility on the building.

There are one-bedroom apartments with a shower and two-bedrooms with two showers. So come by and check the apartments. You only pay your electric bill.

Call Lisa Byers to set up an appointment at 708-442-0007.

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OBITUARIES

Violet Larson, 93 Past-president of Mater Christi Guild

Violet H. Larson (nee Sobol), 93, of Elmhurst and a former longtime resident of North Riverside, has died.

She was an active member and past-president of the Mater Christi Guild and had retired as a registered nurse from Loyola University Medical Center.

Ms. Larsen was the wife of the late Irving; the mother of Patrick (Maria) and Michael Larson and Susan (David) Singleton; the grandmother of six; the great-grandmother of three; and the sister of the late Elmer (late Betty) and the late Edward (late Irene) Sobol.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated May 2 at 10 a.m. at Mater Christi Church followed by interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) are appreciated.

Arrangements were handled by The Original Kuratko Family - Brian D. Kuratko, director.

Joseph Lawson, 80 Bus driver Joseph Mott Lawson, 80, of Maywood, died on April 26, 2018.

Born on April 19, 1938, he was a U.S. Army veteran and worked as a bus driver.

Mr. Mott was the husband of Judith Mary Lawson, (nee Holm); the father of Leeann Lawson; the grandfather of See OBITUARIES on page 19

Mother's Day

A H O L I D AY & C E L E B R AT I O N G U I D E

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Carmen Rivera: Mom with Media and Fashion Savvy

Editor Lacey Sikora Food Writerr Melissa Elsmo Photographer Alexa Rogals Editorial Design Manager Claire Innes Editorial Designers Jacquinete Baldwin, Javier Govea Advertising Production Manager Philip Soell Advertising Design Manager Andrew Mead Advertising Designers Mark Moroney, Debbie Becker Display Advertising Director Dawn Ferencak Display Advertising Sales Marc Stopeck, Bill Wossow Inside Sales Representative Mary Ellen Nelligan Event Coordinator Carmen Rivera Media Assistant Megan Dickel IT Manager /Web Developer Mike Risher Circulation Manager Jill Wagner Publisher Dan Haley Business Managerr Joyce Minich Published by Wednesday Journal, Inc., 141 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 Phone: 708/524-8300

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orn and raised in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood, as a young girl Carmen Rivera told her mother she was either going to live in the Sears Tower or Oak Park when she grew up. The Oak Park side of that dream panned out, and today the busy mother of three loves all that the village and western suburbs have to offer.

While the good schools in Oak Park were the initial draw for her when choosing a place to raise her family, this single mother also liked the village’s cultural attractions and urban feel.

“Even as a true city girl, the access to everything that I love within the city is right here. The CTA green and blue lines, as well as the Metra rails, are literally walking distance from most places within Oak Park.”

Rivera has worked in media for over twenty years and one of her jobs is working as a full-time events coordinator for Wednesday Journal and Chicago Parent.

Not content to rest with one job, in 2015, she took a leap of faith and opened Bliss Fashion Lounge Lingerie Boutique in Forest Park. She notes that as a selffunded business she likes being her own boss and has come to fill a niche in the

community.

“Not long after my opening and having such a positive reaction from local and city-wide clients for what I was doing at Bliss, women, men, transgender and anyone needing help with their underthings, from all over the area began to recognize me as the ‘Curvologist.’ I had quickly become an expert on curves!”

Rivera finds fulfillment in her multiple careers but says that she has her challenging moments. “With my full-time event job in media and my Bliss, some days I just sit on the floor of my kitchen and cry. But that’s ok, we all have our moments, and as a friend recently told me, if it were easy, everyone would do it!”

She finds balance through meditation and working out, and reports that Mother’s Day is the one day she lets someone else take over. “It’s the one day a year when I will allow my children to take me to brunch or do something special for me. I also use Mother’s Day to celebrate my mother. My mother is a beautiful and amazing woman. She is where I get my resilience from, for all things tough in life. She’s who I strive to be when I grow up, so I dedicate my Mother’s Day to her.”

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Easy Week-Night Chicken Feta Pita

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A Mother's day favorite!

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very mom has a few tried and true recipes in her week-day rotation. Usually these reliable dinners are fast, easy, and universally loved by her family. Even the most finicky eaters will eat these best loved dishes without complaint making them a joy for Melissa Elsmo/Food Writer mothers to serve as they ensure dinner won’t devolve into a dreaded Food Writer “one more bite” negotiation.

These chicken feta pitas have long topped the list of my family’s best loved week-night recipes and my college-aged daughter already makes them on a regular basis for her friends and roommates. Brimming with chicken, fresh veggies, and melty feta cheese, these interactive sandwiches are easily customizable. If your kiddos are not a fan of fire on the palate you can toss chili flakes aside. If roasted red pepper hummus isn’t your thing, feel free to substitute with any flavor your heart desires.

Here’s hoping my favorite, fast, family-friendly meal makes it into your regular recipe rotation.

MELISSA ELSMO

(serves 6-8)

For the Chicken:

■ 3 Tablespoons olive oil (divided) ■ 2 Pounds fresh boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into ½” cubes ■ Kosher salt and coarse black pepper ■ 1 teaspoon dried oregano ■ ¼-½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (more or less to taste) ■ 1 (6-ounce) package crumbled feta with Mediterranean herbs

For Serving:

■ 6 pocketless pitas (gyro style) or multigrain/whole wheat flatbreads ads ■ 1 (10-ounce) container roasted red pepper hummus (or whatever

fflavor fl la av vor or

you like best) ■ 2-3 roma or heirloom tomatoes, halved and thinly sliced ■ 1 small English cucumber, halved and thinly sliced ■ 1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced ■ Pitted Kalamata Olives

Directions:

Heat 2 Tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot, but not smoking. Add the diced chicken breast to the pan and season with salt and pepper (I usually start with about 1-1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of coarse black pepper; you can always add a little more later, but feta is salty so be careful).

Mix the chicken well and season with the dried oregano and red pepper flakes (if using). Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until chicken is cooked through and most of the liquid in the pan has evaporated-about 10-15 minutes.

Pour the container of feta over the chicken. Remove the pan from the heat and mix the cheese into the chicken until is slightly melted. Transfer the chicken to a serving bowl and set aside.

Quickly wash out the pan you cooked the chicken in and return to the stove. Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in the pan over high heat until hot, but not smoking. Add a flatbread to the skillet and warm through on both sides.

To serve, place a flat bread on a plate and top it with some hummus. Place a the chicken mixture on top of the hummus and garnish with cucumber, tomato, red onion, and Kalamata olives as desired.

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Mother's Day | 2018

Natasha Gittings: Finding Purpose and Community

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rowing up in Oak Park, Natasha Gittings says she had amazing women role models. By the age of sixteen, she was already interested in becoming a midwife and took her first class in the subject at age eighteen.

She became a doula, and after having her own two children, she went back to school to become a Labor and Delivery nurse.

These days, she works night shifts at West Suburban Hospital, and the busy single mother says that her lifetime passion has become a fulfilling career. “If we can support moms and kids, there’s just a better outcome for society as a whole. I love to bring a sense of empowerment to my patients.”

Gittings notes she receives a lot of support from her house-mate, who also happens to be her mother. “I couldn’t do this without my mom’s support. I work at night, and to just be able to be there and enjoy every minute of my kids’ growing up when I am home is what I want to do.”

Susan Gittings worked in local schools for years and now is a part-time preschool teacher, and her daughter calls her the unofficial grandmother to a lot of

people in their Forest Park community.

That sense of community is a large part of what makes Forest Park the perfect home for their family.

Natasha says of Forest Park, “You have all these families watching everybody’s kids. It feels like you go back in time a little bit with that sense of community here.”

A few years ago, after a tragic loss of a young mother in their community, Gittings and friends formed the Forest Park Mom's Compound. Originally designed as an outpost to bring meals to a family in need, the group evolved to become a community mainstay for many. Gittings calls it a support network for busy families. Whether someone needs help with a carpool or school question, the group is there for both kids and moms.

She says of the group’s role in the neighborhood, “You can have a whole team of people there to make everyone’s lives as wonderful as possible.”

Gittings always wanted to be a mother and calls her two children the biggest blessings of her life. On Mother’s Day, she looks forward to spending time outside with her family.

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Take the Kids out without Busting the Budget There are days you just can’t face cooking after a long day at work capped off by an endless commute. There are days you want to celebrate with the family, but just can’t justify the budget hit on a weeknight of treating the kids to a dinner out. For those times when you need a little pick-me-up without a big hit to the wallet, local restaurants offer kids eat free deals that keep you out of the kitchen and out of the drive through line while delivering on some quality family time.

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Forget About the Kids: Hot Spots for Date Nights Kids are wonderful, and we all know there’s nothing more relaxing than piling all the little munckins into the car for a quiet, candle-lit dinner. Yeah, right. Sometimes, you want to unwind without your offspring, so book a sitter or beg grandma to come over and spend some quality time with the grandchildren while you and your partner get a much-needed night out at one these local spots.

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Four local caddies are Evans Scholars

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arlier this month, five Illinois high school seniors were awarded the Western Golf Association’s Chick Evans Scholarship, a full, four-year housing and tuition scholarship offered to golf caddies.

Among those chosen for the scholarships were North Riverside residents Maximiliano Alvarez and Jack Xin and Riverside residents Massimo Flight and Erik Robertson.

WGA directors, Evans Scholars alumni and other program supporters interviewed each of the nominees at the selection meeting. The full tuition and housing college scholarship is valued at an estimated $100,000 over four years.

All four are caddies at Riverside Golf Club in North Riverside. When the 2017-18 selection meeting process is completed by April, and estimated 275 caddies are expected to be awarded the Evans Scholarship.

Alvarez, Robertson and Xin are all students at Riverside-Brookfield High School, while Flight is a senior at Fenwick High School in Oak Park. Next fall, Xin will be headed off to University of Michigan, while the three others will attend the University of Illinois.

Scholarship funds come mostly from contributions by golfers across the country, who are members of the Evans Scholars Par Club program. Evans Scholars Alumni donate more than $10 million annually, and all proceeds from the PGA’s BMW Championship are donated to the Evans Scholars Foundation.

League of Women Voters recognized The members of the League of Women Voters of the LaGrange Area recently were recognized by the National Voter registration Day organization as a Top 100 performer nationwide.

The LaGrange Area League was among the top 3.5 percent of more than 2,800 participating organizations who registered voters in September 2017. The newly registered voters included college students, recently naturalized citizens and elderly voters who have a difficult time registering in person or online.

Those voters were able to participate in the 2018 spring primary elections.

Inducted

BRIAN GREENENWALD

Riverside police officer Brian Greenenwald was one of six members of Illinois State University’s College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) inducted into its Academy of Achievement on April 19.

The Academy of

PROVIDED

ON PAR: Riverside Golf Club caddies Maximiliano Alvarez, Massimo Flight, Erik Robertson, Jack Xin and David Reese gathered with Western Golf Association directors, Evans Scholars alumni and other program supporters after being awarded Evans Scholarships.

They will begin college as Evans Scholars in the fall of 2018.

Achievement brings together CAST alumni who are leaders in their field and who serve as an inspiration to others to pursue similar career paths. Greenenwald received his B.S. in criminal justice sciences from the college in 2007.

On campus

Alaks and Meaghan Dorsey, both of Brookfield, were named to the 2018 winter term dean’s list at Knox College in Galesburg.

■ Justin Chaney, of Riverside, was named to the 2017 fall semester dean’s list at Washington University in St. Louis. Chaney is enrolled in the university’s Olin Business School and achieved a semester grade-point average of at least 3.6 on a 4-point scale.

■ Ema Bothwell a Brookfield resident and student at Park Junior High in LaGrange Park, was awarded a scholarship from the Omron Foundation to attend a two-week visit to the More no Ike Japanese language village EMA BOTHWELL during its summer program at Concordia Language Villages in Minnesota.

Scholarship recipients can immerse themselves in one of many languages at the camp.

Each language is taught in an architecturally ■ Katherine

authentic village. Students not only speak the language, they participate in activities and eat the cuisine common to the region.

■ Riverside-Brookfield High School junior Patrick Hanley was recognized by the West 40 Intermediate Service Center as the recipient of the 2018 SCOTY (School Citizen of the Year) Award.

■ Lyons Township High School senior Antonio Giron, of Brookfield, was one of four Advanced Placement students who participated in the 2018 Illinois Economics Challenge state finals held at ANTONIO GIRON the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

LTHS placed among the top 10 teams in the state.

Hanley was recognized for his commitment to academic success and positive contributions to the school community through his leadership in and out of the classroom.

■ Brookfield resident Daniel Lada was one of 12 student-athletes at Lyons Township High School signing letters of intent recently to play intercollegiate sports at the National Spring Signing Day. Lada will play lacrosse for Aurora University next year.

■ Several local students were named to the honor rolls at Nazareth Academy in LaGrange Park for the third quarter of the 2017-

18 school year: A Honor Roll: Brookfield residents Grace Acosta, Gwenyth Acosta, Leilani Dodson, Braden Schneider and David Sullivan and Riverside residents Matthew Ivansek, Carlie Merola and Elizabeth Pilarz.

B Honor Roll: Gunnar Hendrix, John Mangan and Archer Wagner and Riverside resident Isabella Brick.

■ Several students on the Riverside-Brookfield High School math team qualified for the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) state competition in May at the regional event held in February.

Winning automatic bids to the state meet was Jason Kenny, who placed third in Pre-Calculus. The eight-person Junior/ Senior team of Luka Malovic, Andres Resto, Joey Vitek, Elise Wojack, Kaitlin Gaynor, Mary Clare Greelees, Radka Pribyl-Pierdinock and Jacob Wardzala placed first to qualify as well. The Orals Team of Jackson Hajer and Kenny also placed first to move on.

Winning an at-large bid to the state competition was the Pre-Calculus Team of Hailey Jurgens, Gaynor, Greenlees, Hajer, Kenny and Wardzala.

■ Riverside-Brookfield High School Scholastic Bowl team members Ben Harrison, Lindsey DeJesus, Matthew Michaelson and Erik Robertson were named to the Metro Suburban Conference all-conference team after the team finished second at the MSC tournament.

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OBITUARIES Continued from page 11 Savannah Rowan; the brother of Harriet (the late Warren) Shepard, Helen (the late James) Adair, Donald (the late Rose) Lawson Jr., Jessie (the late William) Morgan, Albert (Nancy) Lawson and the late Nancy (the late Luther) Phillips; and the uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation is on Friday, May 4 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Hitzeman Funeral Home, 9445 31st St., Brookfield. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, May 5 at 10 a.m. at St. Bernardine Church, 7246 Harrison St., Forest Park. Interment is at Parkholm Cemetery.

Memorials are appreciated to the Amyloidosis Foundation, 7151 N. Main St., Suite 2, Clarkston, Michigan, 48346.

John Wilk, 57

ship Lions Club.

He was a devoted fan of the Chicago Bears, White Sox, and Blackhawks.

Mr. Wilk was the husband of Deborah Graham-Wilk; the brother of Kathy (Ron) Otto and Peggy (David) Gregorski; the uncle of Laura (Jared) Tyunaitis and Katie (Peter) Gehrig; and the son of the late Harry and Phyllis (nee Kudlacz) Wilk.

Visitation is on Thursday, May 3 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak Road, Westchester. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, May 4 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Church in Riverside. Interment is private.

Donations appreciated to the Disabled Veterans of America.

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Victor Matook

John F. “Jack” Wilk, 57, of Riverside, has died.

He was a proud 1978 graduate of Fenwick High School, Illinois Weslyan University and John Marshall Law School.

Mr. Wilk was a member of the Illinois and Chicago Bar Associations, a former finance committee chairman at St. Mary Catholic Church, the Riverside Economic Development Commission, a member of the Illinois FOP State Lodge and the Riverside Town-

Former Riverside resident Victor George Matook, who grew up in Riverside and had lived in Berwyn, died on April 18, 2018 in southern California.

He served in the military and earned recognition for many achievements, such as top car salesman, and was the owner of two taverns, Vic’s Place on 26th and Wesley and on 26th and Ridgeland. He retired after working as a local ordinance inspector for the city of Berwyn.

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Mr. Matook was the husband of Patricia (nee Ochsner); the father of Debra (Gary and grandson, Brandon) Waters, Laura Matook (grandson, Daniel and greatgrandchild, Emilia), VICTOR MATOOK Trish Matook (grandchildren, Johnny and Anna), Victor Matook Jr. (Rachel and grandson, Jordan) and grandchildren by marriage, Megan and Timothy.

He was also the son of the late George and Victoria Matook; the brother of George (Sandy) Matook, Douglas (DeeDee) Matook, and the late Madelon (Ed) Lukas and the late Georgette “Jo Ann” Holly.

He adored all his nieces, nephews and cousins and valued all his many friendships and acquaintances.

Visitation is on Saturday, May 5 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Kuratko-Nosek Funeral Home 2447 Desplaines Ave., North Riverside.

Matt Mathey, 69 Vietnam veteran Matt H. Mathey, 69, of Forest Park and formerly of Riverside, died on April 28, 2018.

Born on Nov. 7, 1948, he served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam and later worked for a marble and granite MATT MATHEY contractor.

Mr. Mathey was the father of Matt (Lisa), Craig, Dina and Mary (Michael) Arlowski; the grandfather of Ashley, Joseph, Colin, Matthew, Grace, Elizabeth, Scarlett, and the late Madeline; the greatgrandfather of Jesus Jr. and Isaiah; and the brother of Karl.

Visitation is on Monday, May 7 at 3 p.m. until time of service with military honors at 8 p.m. at Kuratko-Nosek Funeral Home, 2447 Desplaines Ave., North Riverside. Private interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood.

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Born Dec. 29, 1929 in Chicago, the daughter of Andrew and Katherine (nee Schordge) Eichhorn, she worked as an administrative assistant for Hartmarx in Chicago until her retirement in 1994. Then she and her husband, Robert, moved to Las Cruces.

While there, Ms. Orgler was an active parishioner with Our Lady of Health Catholic Church where she organized several prayer groups. She was currently a member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Oswego and a former member of St. Mary Church in Riverside.

No matter what church she was attending, she was very active in pro-life groups, Holy Name Society, Christian Family Movement, choir member and lector.

She was a former member and volunteer with the McHenry Republican Women and Riverside’s Kiwanis Club.

Ms. Orgler is survived by her children, Jeanne (Michael) Hejtmanek, Mary Hejtmanek, Tom (Sharon) Orgler and AnneMarie (Gregory) Vrchota; her grandchildren, Michael (Kim) Hejtmanek, Katie Hejtmanek, Joey Hejtmanek, Jenny (Craig) HejtmanekRobin, Amy (Frank) L’Odense, Jason (Jackie) Vrchota, Tom Orgler, Danny Zimmerman, Lauren Orgler, Susan (Chad) Carrington, MaryLynne Zimmerman and Meghan Orgler; her great-grandchildren, Harper Hejtmanek, Sadie Hejtmanek, Abby L’Odense, Brooke Vrchota, Penn L’Odense, Carlie Vrchota and Milada Robin; her son-in-law, Dan Zimmerman; and her brother, James (Mary) Eichhorn.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert W. Orgler; her daughter, Peggy Zimmerman; her brother, Andrew Eichhorn; and her son-in-law, Don Hejtmanek.

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RBHS baseball piling up wins With effective pitching and lineup, Bulldogs primed for strong second half

By MARTY FARMER

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Sports Editor

he Riverside-Brookfield High School baseball team continued its season-long roll by winning four games last week. Since a 2-2 start, the Bulldogs have won 12 of 14 games to post a 14-4 overall record and 11-2 mark in the Metro Suburban Con-

ference.

“We have had solid pitching and timely hitting from a number of different players,” RBHS coach Dallas Till said.

“We battled back a few times recently from early deficits so it has been nice to see the team rally back.”

RBHS capped off its perfect 4-0 run last week by outslugging Guerin 15-8 at Ehlert Park in Brookfield on April 26.

The Bulldogs jumped all over the Gators with six runs in the first inning and four more in the second to take a commanding 10-0 lead.

Guerin responded well with five unanswered runs to draw within 10-5 in the top of the third. RBHS quickly regained momentum, however, with three runs in the fifth to extend the lead to 13-5.

The Bulldogs had 13 hits for the game. Ryan Cermak went 2-for-3 with a triple, double and RBI. Mike Schicker, Casey Vileta and Joe Kawiecki knocked in two runs apiece.

Starting pitcher Jacob Garvey earned the win, allowing five runs and six hits with four strikeouts in four innings of work. Jarod Turina threw well in relief with two scoreless innings and four strikeouts.

RBHS recorded even more impressive comeback wins at Aurora Central Catholic and Immaculate Conception.

Trailing ACC 3-0, the Bulldogs rallied with six unanswered runs (3 in the 5th inning; 3 in the 6th) to earn a 6-3 victory. With the game tied at 3-3, Cermak had the key hit of the game with a two-RBI single in the sixth.

In the previous inning, RBHS tied the score on a timely single by Schicker.

Howie Hatton (2-for-3, 2 RBIs), Marco Ruiz (2-for-4), Cermak (2-for-4, 2 RBIs) and Schicker (2-for-4, RBI) powered a balanced attack which produced 14 hits.

A similar narrative occurred against Immaculate Conception in Elmhurst.

The Bulldogs trailed 3-0 but rallied again with five runs in the middle innings. RBHS scored three runs in the fourth to draw even. In the fifth, RBHS tacked on two more runs,

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RB’s Jarod Turina makes contact on Thursday, March 29, during a varsity baseball game against Elmwood Park High School at the Ehlert Park baseball fields in Brookfield. (Left) RB’s Ryan Cermak (17) throws to first base for the out.

which made the difference in a 5-3 win. Hatton put the Bulldogs ahead 4-3 on an RBI single. In the fourth, Caden Vais provided a single that scored two runs.

Jeremy Heer pitched 5.1 innings to notch the victory,

while Cermak picked up a save. Heer allowed three runs (two earned) and three hits and fanned four. Cermak struck out four of the six batters he faced to close out the game.

The Bulldogs also routed IC in an 8-0 victory at Ehlert Park. RBHS put the game away early with seven runs in the first. Cermak had two RBIs, while Schicker, Ruiz, Kawiecki, Turina and John Kosner each drove home a run against the Knights. Six players had two hits apiece for the Bulldogs.

Winning pitcher Nathan Roberto went the distance in a four-hit shutout. He struck out five and walked two.

“Production has come from all over the lineup,” Till said.

“Recently, the bottom of our order has been putting the ball in play and moving runners over.”

While solid hitting and steady run production were expected this spring, the Bulldogs’ pitching has emerged as a viable strength. Cermak, Roberto, Turina, Heer, Garvey, James Frieh and Armando Mamolejo have teamed together to comprise a deep rotation.

RBHS hosts Holy Trinity in a doubleheader on Saturday, May 5. The first game starts at 10 a.m.

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RBHS boys track takes Fenwick title Cervanka, Wardzala and Moody win individual events for Bulldogs

By MARTY FARMER Sports Editor

The Riverside-Brookfield High School boys track and field team’s talent and depth were on full display during Saturday’s Fenwick Invite at Concordia University Chicago.

First-place finishers George Cervanka, Jacob Wardzala and Devin Moody set the tone for the Bulldogs, who also won the team title.

Cervanka, a returning state qualifier in the 100- and 200-meter dash races, ran well in both on Saturday.

He won the 200 with a time of 22.97 seconds and placed fifth in the 100 at 11.49.

In the 1,600 final, Wardzala coasted to a win by crossing the finish line at 4:36.07, well ahead of runner-up Emilio Jeremy of Notre Dame, who posted a time of 4:44.90.

DEVON MOODY Moody, who also played wide RBHS senior receiver on the football team, flourished in three field events. Moody placed first in the triple jump at 41 feet, 6-5 inches. He was a runner-up in the long jump (20-10) and high jump (6-2).

In the 400, RBHS junior Josh Ranft recorded a time of

Courtesy John Keen

RBHS senior Jacob Wardzala leads the pack in the 1,600 at the Fenwick Invite on April 28. Wardzala won the race with a time of 4 minutes 36.07 seconds.

53.45 to earn fifth place. Sophomore Corey Dishmon scored well in the hurdles, taking fifth in the 110 hurdles (16.98) and sixth in the 300 hurdles (44.70).

In the middle and long distance runs, RBHS showed off its depth. The Bulldogs’ Jason Noel, Jack Sagan and Chris Magno finished second through fourth in the 800. Noel ran the race in 2:04.36, while Sagan was 2:07.05 and Magno 2:07.26. Seniors Connor O’Brien and Ryan Hahn came in third (10:31.95) and fourth (10:33.56), respectively, in the 3,200.

RBHS had three relay teams notch a top-three showing.

The Bulldogs won the 3,200 relay with a time of 8:19.64 and

were second in the 1,600 relay at 3:38.37. The 400 relay team came in third (45.01).

Angel Alarcon, Ethan Clarkson, Vaughn Hilpp and Hunter Hughes have also contributed to the Bulldogs’ success this spring.

RBHS hosts a quad against Chicago Christian, Elmwood Park and Walther Christian and a Senior Night dual meet against Nazareth to wind up the regular season.

The Bulldogs will be vying for their sixth straight outdoor Metro Suburban Conference championship on Friday, May 11 at Fenton. The MSC meet begins at 4:30 p.m.

football; Jeff Bills- Elmhurst College- football; Jeremy Warren- Carroll University- football; Anthony Smith- Morton College- soccer; Vanessa Fragoso- St. Xavier Universitysoccer; Emily Graham- Purdue University- soccer; Amy Kulaga- St. Mary’s University of Minnesota- softball; Destiny Carroll- Triton College- softball; Nora Dachota- United States Air Force Academy- softball; Tori Blood- Triton Col-

lege- softball; Ellise Mitchell- Elmhurst College- softball; Ava Collins- Roosevelt University- tennis; Devin Moody- undecided- track and field; George Cervanka- undecided- track and field; Jason Bageanis- St. Ambrose University- volleyball; Ruth Hruska- Central College- volleyball; Tatum Bruno- Wittenberg University- water polo; Sam Fletcher- Triton College- wrestling.

College-bound Bulldogs honored RBHS student-athletes set to play in college sports recognized at ceremony Riverside-Brookfield High School held its second annual College Commitment Recognition Ceremony in the main gymnasium Friday, April 27. The event recognizes graduating seniors who will continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level next year.

Here’s the list of 31 RBHS student-athletes and their college choice/sport: Jeremy Heer Jr.-Quincy University- baseball; Jake Garvey- Concordia University Chicago- baseball; Howie Hatton- Concordia University- baseball; Ryan Cicenas- St. Xavier University, basketball; Heidi Wolfer- University of Wisconsin- cheerleading; Jack Sagan- Central College- cross country; Jason Noel- Benedictine Universitycross country; Ryan Hahn- Morton College- cross country; Jacob Wardzala- University of Pittsburgh- cross country; Ja’moni Wise- St. Bonaventure University- diving; Matthew Bielobradek- St. Bonaventure University- diving; Nicolas Del Nodal- Carthage College- football; Hunter Hughes- Carthage College- football; Stefan Giminski- Carthage College-

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STATE OF ILLINOIS) COUNTY OF COOK )ss In the Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division.

Chertkow and Chertkow (22019) Attorneys for Petitioner 1525 East 53rd Street Chicago, Illinois 60615

In re the marriage of Gloria McCurtis, Petitioner and Donnell McCurtis, Respondent, Case No. 2018D430105.

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, the above named Respondent, that a Petition has been filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, by the Petitioner, for Dissolution of Marriage and for other relief; and that said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said Respondent, file your response to said Petition or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Room 802, Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, in the City of Chicago, Illinois, on or before May 25, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that day, and a judgment for Dissolution of Marriage entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition.

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In re the marriage of Dorrett Williams Lewis, Petitioner and Hugh Himan Lewis Respondent, Case No. 2018D-002919.

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, the above named Respondent, that a Petition has been filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, by the Petitioner, for Dissolution of Marriage and for other relief; and that said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said Respondent, file your response to said Petition or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Room 802, Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, in the City of Chicago, Illinois, on or before May 29, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that day, and a judgment for Dissolution of Marriage entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition.

DOROTHY A. BROWN, Clerk.

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Ms. Jeanne Keane Oak Park School District 97 260 Madison Street Oak Park, Illinois 60302 The front of the envelop should be clearly marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;LANDSCAPE SERVICESâ&#x20AC;?. Additional information may be obtained by contacting Ms. Keane at (708) 524-3125 or jkeane@op978.org Bid Due Date:Tuesday, May 15, 2018.at 3:00 P.M. Only those bids complying with the provision and specification of the bid will be considered. The Board of Education reserves the right to waive any informalities, qualification or irregularities and/or reject any or all bids, when in its opinion, such action will serve the best interest of the Board of Education of Oak Park Elementary School District 97.

Sheryl Marinier Board Secretary Published in Wednesday Journal 5/2/2018

STATE OF ILLINOIS) COUNTY OF COOK )ss Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division.

In re the marriage of Alberto Villalobos, Petitioner and Alma Rosa Martinez Respondent, Case No. 2018D-003284.

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, the above named Respondent, that a Petition has been filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, by the Petitioner, for Dissolution of Marriage and for other relief; and that said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said Respondent, file your response to said Petition or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Room 802, Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, in the City of Chicago, Illinois, on or before June 4, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that day, and a judgment for Dissolution of Marriage entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition.

DOROTHY A. BROWN, Clerk.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D18154203 on April 18, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of PRIDEAUX PRESS with the business located at: 1530 ELGIN AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: EMILY VICTORSON, 1530 ELGIN AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Published in Forest Park Review 4/25, 5/2, 5/9/2018

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Oak Park and River Forest High School District 200, located at 201 N. Scoville will be conducting a Timely and Meaningful Consultation Meeting on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. in Room 107. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plans for providing special education services to students with disabilities who attend private/parochial schools and who are home schooled within the district for the 2018-19 school year. If you are the parent of a home-schooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability and you reside within the boundaries of Oak Park & River Forest High School District 200, you are urged to attend.

If you have questions regarding the meeting, please contact Dr. Kennedi Dixon, (708) 434-3105.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D18154183 on April 17, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of MASYLS with the business located at: 314 IROQUOIS ROAD, HILLSIDE, IL 60162. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: SYLVIA HINER, 314 IROQUOIS ROAD HILLSIDE, IL 60162.

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D18154235 on April 23, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of TABITHA J ENTERPRISES with the business located at: P.O. BOX 3785 OAK PARK, IL 60303. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: TABITHA JOHNSON 5247 W QUINCY ST CHICAGO, IL 60644.

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PUBLIC NOTICE PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, County Department, County Division.

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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: D18154292 on April 26, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of OLEK TRAVELS with the business located at: 1118 S LYMAN AVE, OAK PARK, IL 60304. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: OLAFUYI LEKAN ALLI BALOGUN, 1118 S LYMAN AVE, OAK PARK, IL 60304

In the matter of the petition of Michael E. Henderson and Adrienne Irone Henderson for change of name to MalakYAH Ben YisraEl and YAHminah ZaniYAH YisraEL, Case No. 20184002872.

Notice is given you, the public, that on April 23, 2018 I have filed a Petition For Change of Name in this Court, asking the Court to change our present names of Michael E. Henderson and Adrienne Irone Henderson to the names of MalakYAH Ben YisraEL and YAHminah ZaniYAH YisraEL. This case will be heard in Courtroom 112 at the Circuit Court of Cook County, Fourth Muncipal District Maywood Courthouse located at 1500 Maybrook Drive, Maywood, IL 60153, on July 23, 2018 at 9:30 a.m..

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VILLAGE OF RIVERSIDE, ILLINOIS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given to all interested persons that a public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Riverside will be held on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the business of the Planning and Zoning Commission may permit, in Room 4 of the Riverside Township Hall, 27 River- side Road, Riverside, Illinois, to consider an application for a Map Amendment (rezoning) for property located at 7234 W. Ogden Ave., Riverside, Illinois, in the B1-C Commercial Subdistrict, to change the zoning on the property from B1-C (Commercial Subdistrict) to B1-TC (Transitional Commercial Subdistrict) to allow the existing medical office building on the property to be converted into residential condominiums.

Application No.: PZ 18-01 Petitioner: Tahir Sheikh/Riverside Medical Building Inc. Property Commonly Known As: 7234 W. Ogden Avenue, Riverside, Illinois PIN: 15-36-410-025 The map amendment sought is:

BID NOTICE The Village of Oak Park will receive sealed proposals at the Office of the Village Engineer, 201 South Boulevard, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, until 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 17, 2018 and at that time will be publicly opened and read aloud for the following Village Project: 18-6: Microsurfacing and Crackfill. In general, the improvements will require the following construction: crackfilling streets followed by microsurfacing, thermoplastic pavement marking, and all appurtenant work thereto. Crackfilling will occur both in Oak Park and River Forest.

Plans and proposal forms may be obtained from the office of the Village Engineer starting on Thursday, May 3, 2018 at noon.

There is no fee for plans and specifications. The Village of Oak Park reserves the right to issue plans and specifications only to those contractors deemed qualified. No bid documents will be issued after 4:00 p.m. on the working day preceding the date of bid opening.

All prospective bidders must prove they are pre-qualified by the Illinois Department of Transportation before receiving bid documents. The work to be performed pursuant to this Proposal is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/0.01 et seq.

THE VILLAGE OF OAK PARK Bill McKenna Village Engineer Published in Wednesday Journal 5/2/2018

A Map Amendment to change the zoning of the above referenced property from B1-C (Commercial Subdistrict) to B1-TC (Transitional Commercial Subdistrict) to allow the conversion of the existing medical office building into residential condominiums. Multi-family dwellings area a permitted use in the B1-TC Zoning District.

The above application is available for inspection at the office of the Village Clerk, 27 Riverside Road, Riverside, Illinois 60546. During the Public Hearing the Planning and Zoning Commission will hear testimony from and consider any evidence presented by persons interested to speak on this matter.

Persons wishing to appear at this hearing may do so in person or by attorney or other representative and may speak for or against the proposed map amendment.

Communications in writing in relation thereto may be filed at such hearing or with the Planning & Zoning Commission in advance by submission to the Village’s Building Department at 27 Riverside Road, Riverside, Illinois prior to 4:00 p.m. the day of the pub- lic hearing. The Public Hearing may be continued from time to time without further notice, except as otherwise required under the Illinois Open Meetings Act. Dated this 2nd day of May, 2018.

Jill Mateo, Chairperson Planning and Zoning Commission Published in RB Landmark 5/2/2018

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PUBLIC NOTICE The River Forest Park District has placed its 2018-2019 Combined Budget and Appropriation Ordinance on file for public inspection. Said Ordinance may be examined between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, at the Park District’s temporary offices at 411 Thatcher Avenue, River Forest, Illinois. A public hearing on said Ordinance will be held at 6:00pm on Monday, May 14, 2018, at 411 Thatcher Avenue, Unit 2G, River Forest, Illinois.

Michael J. Sletten, Secretary River Forest Park District Published in Wednesday Journal 5/2/2018

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK, NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR LONG BEACH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-7 Plaintiff, vs.

SUSAN JAMISON, JOHNNY JAMISON, MARY RUSSELL GARDNER, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, KOFI AKIL JAMISON, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 17 CH 13380 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on February 26, 2018 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, May 29, 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. 16-05-303-023-0000.

Commonly known as 841 N Lombard Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. 550025.02 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds,

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within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 150 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 981-7385.

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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 14-17-11952.

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. 14-17-11952 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 12196 TJSC#: 38-1048 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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FRANKLIN AVENUE UNIT #301, FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 Property Index No. 12-28-206-0321016.

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.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/ B/A MR. COOPER Plaintiff, -v.GRAZYNA BILSKA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA– DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MIECZYSLAW PRZYGODA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, JULIE FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR MIECZYSLAW PRZYGODA (DECEASED) Defendants 2017 CH 12196 2550 LANDEN DRIVE MELROSE PARK, 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 January 25, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 1, 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 2550 LANDEN DRIVE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-29-400-1910000.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL, LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.ERICA CALDERON, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC, ASSET ACCEPTANCE, LLC, THE CROSSINGS AT FRANKLIN STATION CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 17 CH 000613 9670 FRANKLIN AVENUE UNIT #301 FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 28, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 30, 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 9670

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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 14-16-16710.

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. 14-16-16710 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 000613 TJSC#: 38-2095 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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DECEASED Defendants, 16 CH 11981 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 Wednesday, May 23, 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. 15-10-125-057-0000.

Commonly known as 117 SOUTH 21ST AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153.

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

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-020346 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3083603

BETTY R. RUSSELL A/K/A ELIZABETH RUSSELL; COUNTY OF COOK; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; NICOR GAS COMPANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BETTY R. RUSSELL, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 10 CH 22207 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, May 22, 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. 15-15-304-027-0000.

Commonly known as 1812 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 Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. (312) 940-8580. 1611515 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3083579

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE ALT-B SECURITIES MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-AB4 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, vs.

LESLIE TIMMS-TAYLOR, ANDREW TAYLOR, STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, EQUITY MORTGAGE CORPORATION, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR EQUITY MORTGAGE CORPORATION, OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC, AS SERVICER FOR MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 12 CH 18169 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 Friday, May 25, 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. 15-16-109-071-0000.

Commonly known as 931 Marshall Avenue, Bellwood, IL 60104.

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 Sale Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-1327983 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3083910

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 27, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 29, 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 2018 SCOTT ST, MELROSE PARK, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-33-130-0370000.

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).

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 14-17-05852.

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. 14-17-05852 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 006573 TJSC#: 38-2075 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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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: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number 616933494.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

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.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 616933494 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 17 CH 08835 TJSC#: 38-2205 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 WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.ALEX A. ANGULO, KAROL V. CARBONELL, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA–DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 17 CH 006573 2018 SCOTT ST MELROSE PARK, IL 60164

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF KATHLEEN M. PETERS, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF KATHLEEN M. PETERS, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF KATHLEEN M. PETERS, DECEASED, JONATHAN PETERS, SEAN PETERS, JULIE FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF KATHLEEN M. PETERS, DECEASED Defendants 17 CH 08835 315 BURKHARDT CT FOREST PARK, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 27, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 30, 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 315 BURKHARDT CT, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-12-431-0310000.

The real estate is improved with a multi unit building containing two to six apartments.

The judgment amount was $105,473.13.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.PATRICIA A TARSITANO, WESTCHESTER PLACE HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 17 CH 01507 2939 DENTON COURT WESTCHESTER, IL 60154 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 28, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 30, 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 2939 DENTON COURT, WESTCHESTER, IL 60154 Property Index No. 15-29-322-004.

The real estate is improved with a brown brick, one story townhouse, attached one car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN

POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 260140.

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

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 260140 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 17 CH 01507 TJSC#: 38-2111 I3081361

$181,553.34.

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: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number 2120-12875.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

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.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-12875 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 16 CH 13660 TJSC#: 38-1910 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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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 14-16-04335.

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. 14-16-04335 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 005316 TJSC#: 38-3155 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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P.I.N. 15-20-401-002-0000.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Eric Malnar at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 566-0040.

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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 14-17-15213.

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. 14-17-15213 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 14101 TJSC#: 38-1092 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 JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JORGE ORTEGA AKA JORGE L. ORTEGA, TOWN OF CICERO Defendants 16 CH 13660 10237 PANORAMIC DR. FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 27, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 30, 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 10237 PANORAMIC DR., FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 Property Index No. 12-21-110-0060000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.EARL L. FILSKOV JR. A/K/A EARL LESTER FILSKOV JR., CHRISTINE H. FILSKOV A/K/A CHRISTINE HELEN FILSKOV Defendants 16 CH 005316 213 E. WAGNER DRIVE 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 November 28, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 16, 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 213 E. WAGNER DRIVE, NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-29-304-0240000.

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.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB DOING BUSINESS AS CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR BCAT 2014-4TT Plaintiff, vs.

FRANCISCO L. ARANA, JESSICA ARANA, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, 15 CH 17037 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 Wednesday, May 30, 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: Commonly known as 1607 Mayfair Ave, Westchester, IL 60154.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JUDY A. THOMPSON Defendants 17 CH 14101 1716 S. 8TH 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 January 29, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 4, 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 1716 S. 8TH AVE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-14-156-0140000.

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.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CARISBROOK ASSET HOLDING TRUST; Plaintiff, vs.

CARMELLA BROWN; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CARMELLA BROWN, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 3789 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 Wednesday, May 30, 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. 15-21-216-044-0000 Vol. 0170.

Commonly known as 1523 Bristol Avenue, Westchester, IL 60154.

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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) 360-9455 W17-0106.

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ments 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 175385.

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. 17-5385 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 17 CH 14337 TJSC#: 38-2299 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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Property Index No. 15-22-116-0410000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-11627.

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. 14-17-11627 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 11043 TJSC#: 38-2314 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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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 14-17-15462.

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. 14-17-15462 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 14351 TJSC#: 38-1382 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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DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 3599 3149 LEE STREET MELROSE PARK, 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 March 7, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 8, 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 3149 LEE STREET, MELROSE PARK, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-29-200-0150000.

The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for

inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 253398.

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

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 253398 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 16 CH 3599 TJSC#: 38-2130 I3080618

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.ROSALIND BRANTLEY, JOHNNIE W. BRANTLEY, ARGENT MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC Defendants 17 CH 14337 3819 BUTTERFIELD ROAD 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 February 20, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 7, 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 3819 BUTTERFIELD ROAD, Bellwood, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-09-302-0520000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $235,493.55.

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 assess-

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.PATRICIA A. DEARMAN A/K/A PATRICIA DEARMAN, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA– DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 2017 CH 11043 2421 S 22ND AVENUE BROADVIEW, 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 November 9, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 6, 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 2421 S 22ND AVENUE, BROADVIEW, IL 60153

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.SHERRY M. FORD, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Defendants 2017 CH 14351 3911 GLADYS 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 February 2, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 7, 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 3911 GLADYS AVE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-16-114-0260000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.PHILLIP JANETEAS A/K/A PHILIP JANETEAS, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN

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