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May 9, 2018

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Riverside public facility decisions on the horizon Report outlines safety, code shortcomings of existing village buildings

By BOB UPHUES Editor

Riverside voters could be faced with a referendum regarding improving or building new public facilities, such as a new public safety building, municipal building or major renovations to existing facilities as early as April 2019.

Village President Ben Sells said Monday that such a referendum, which would appear on the same ballot as trustee candidates for office, would be possible after an architectural firm hired to assess and recommend options finishes up its work later this spring.

See FACILITIES on page 12

ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer

STRE-E-E-E-E-TCH: First-graders from Brook Park School take an exercise break on the soccer field at Vena Park in LaGrange Park during a walkathon held to raise funds for a new playground at the school, which will undergo a major construction project over the next year-plus. For more information on the playground fundraiser, see story on page 6.

Democrats turnout surged in primaries: report Countywide and locally, GOP voters outnumbered

By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

Democratic turnout surged locally in the March 20 primary election as it did throughout suburban Cook County, according to a

report released last week by the Cook County Clerk David Orr. In Riverside Township, nearly four times as many primary voters took a Democratic ballots this year compared to the previous gubernatorial primary in 2014.

In that year, only 842 Riverside Township voters took a Democratic ballot, accounting for just 38.5 percent of the primary votes cast in Riverside Township. This year, Democratic primary voters outnumbered Republican primary voters by a 3-to-1 margin in Riverside

Township, which includes most of the village of Riverside, the eastern half of North Riverside, and the Hollywood section of Brookfield.

This year 3,289 primary voters in Riverside See ELECTION REPORT on page 10

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Kayak ‘regatta’ planned in honor of late township assessor

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Public invited to paddle the Des Plaines through Riverside in June

By BOB UPHUES Editor

You might not have known it, but Riverside hosted a regatta in 2017.

Of course, it was a mighty small regatta – three kayakers in all – who paddled under the radar along the bend of the Des Plaines River forming the southern end Riverside’s First Division all the way to the Swinging Bridge.

With the village still officially discouraging launching and landing boats on Riverside’s riverbank, Connie Schmidt, Alex Gallegos and Tom Sisulak didn’t want to draw a crowd that might get them in hot water.

They also wanted to make sure such a paddle would be feasible for a larger group when they publicly invited people to join them on June 24 at 10 a.m. for the 2nd Annual Scuff Gross Memorial Riverside Kayaking Regatta, named in honor of the late longtime Riverside Township assessor and avid boating enthusiast.

“It was a thrill to see the view of the village from the river and retracing my dad’s steps on the river,” said Schmidt, one of Gross’ three daughters, who launched the regatta last year along with Gross’ Lions Club colleague, Gallegos, and his American Legion compatriot, Sisulak.

“I only wish I could have done it with him,” she said.

Gross served as Riverside Township assessor for 40 years, retiring in 2009. He died on July 4, 2016 at the age of 88. He had an adventurous streak, said Schmidt, and a lifelong love of sailing and boating, which started as a child with a canoe on the Des Plaines River.

“My dad loved the river,” said Schmidt, who is president of the Illinois Chapter of the Sierra Club and now lives in far west suburban Warrenville, though she remains a member of Riverside Presbyterian Church, where her father was a deacon.

She recalled one story her father told of a time when he was 12 or 13 and he and a friend capsized their canoe on a fast-moving Des Plaines near Swan Pond.

PHOTO BY MIKE SCHMIDT

GET YOUR OAR IN: In honor of the late Scuff Gross (left), Riversiders are asked to join in the 2nd Annual Kayaking Regatta on the Des Plaines in June. The first one in 2017 (above) was an underthe-radar affair featuring Gross’ daughter, Connie Schmidt (with arms raised), Alex Gallegos (middle) and Tom Sisulak (rear).

His friend grabbed a tree branch and pulled himself ashore. Gross attempted to swim after the canoe, giving up at the Ogden Avenue bridge. He walked back to downtown Riverside where he found the fire department in the midst of a recovery operation – for him.

Schmidt said kayaking along Riverside’s banks was a lifelong dream, but one that had been variously prevented in the past by two dams and the village’s stance against boats launching and landing there.

“It’s something I wanted to do all my life – to view Riverside from a different perspective,” Schmidt said. “Seeing it from the banks, looking up at the houses and landscape was a lovely way to view the town.”

In June, the founding trio are inviting the public to join them in honoring Gross. Kayak-

ers are instructed to meet in the McCormick Woods at 31st Street and First Avenue in North Riverside at 10 a.m. Participants are responsible for bringing their own kayaks and IDNRrequired life vests.

The group will launch from there and head downstream, gathering as a group near the base of the library before paddling en masse to the Swinging Bridge. Kayakers will continue downstream to the exit point, the Stony Ford Canoe Landing at 43rd Street and Oak Avenue in Lyons.

Participants are invited to gather afterwards at La Barra restaurant in downtown Riverside. There’s no need to register to participate, though more information is available at www.facebook.com/ events/415986232158972.

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P O L I C E

R E P O R T S

Man charged with Brookfield car break-ins North Riverside resident Doushon Whitaker, 19, was charged with two counts of burglary, criminal trespassing and possession of stolen property after he was reportedly caught by police inside a vehicle in the garage of a home in the 3200 block of Vernon Avenue, Brookfield, just after midnight on May 2.

Police responded to the home after the resident called to report someone banging on their front door and someone entering their garage. When they arrived, police reported finding a BMX-style bike on the sidewalk in front of the house and Whitaker getting out of a rear door of a vehicle parked inside the unlocked garage.

According to police, Whitaker told them he was looking for a friend of his named “Tyler.” They also reported Whitaker had taken a phone-charging cord and loose change from the vehicle. From another vehicle parked in the garage, Whitaker reportedly took two packs of cigarettes.

Police also reported that just prior to the 911 call from the resident on Vernon Avenue, someone residing in the 3200 block of Prairie Avenue called police after a man knocked on the door, asking for someone named Tyler.

Subsequently, police received calls from another resident in the 3200 block of Vernon Avenue and someone from the 3100 block of Vernon Avenue reporting their vehicles had been broken into.

A phone-charging cord had been taken

from a vehicle parked in the driveway of a home in the 3100 block of Vernon, while a bag containing a pair of gym shoes was taken from a vehicle parked in a garage in the 3200 block of Vernon.

Police reported recovering the bag containing the shoes at the time of Whitaker’s arrest.

Car stolen from gas station North Riverside police responded to Community Gas and Food, 8545 Cermak Road in North Riverside, on April 30 at about 3 p.m. after a 71-year-old Cicero man reported that someone had stolen his light blue Ford Taurus, which had been parked at a gas pump.

The victim stated he left the keys in the ignition of the car as he went inside the gas station’s food mart to make a purchase. When he returned to the pump, the car was gone.

The officer arrested Favela and police recovered more cannabis and paraphernalia from the vehicle during a search prior to towing the car. In addition to being charged with one count of felony possession of cannabis with intent to deliver, Favela was also cited for speeding and having no proof of vehicle insurance.

tests and she was arrested. During processing, the woman asked the officer if he was Chinese and said, “My condolences for your little squinty eyes.”

The officer, who is not Chinese, reportedly ignored her comments.

A resident of the 3400 block of Sunnyside Avenue called police on the morning of May 3 to report that sometime after 2 a.m. someone forced open the side service door of his garage and removed several power and hand tools.

Vehicles in the garage apparently were undisturbed, and other items of value were left untouched inside the garage.

In the days after a woman emailed the village at help@brookfieldil.gov on May 3 to report people continually blowing through a stop sign at Windemere and Elm avenues, Brookfield police reported issuing 10 citations to motorists for disobeying the sign.

Police also issued a citation to one of the motorists for possessing a small amount of cannabis.

“Sometimes it’s much more convenient for citizens to send an email,” said Deputy Chief Ed Petrak. “This is an easy way for residents to reach out to the village and police department.”

Garage burglary

Possession with intent to deliver

Cops: DUI arrestee made racial slurs

Roberto C. Favela, 22, of Chicago, faces felony drug charges after police reported seizing 124 grams of cannabis and $1,405 from his vehicle after a traffic stop on April 30 at 8:20 a.m. on 26th Street at Lewe Court in North Riverside.

A police officer reported clocking Favela’s Infiniti G35 at 40 mph in a 25 mph zone and pulled the vehicle over. The officer reported smelling the odor of burnt cannabis as he talked to Favela, who directed the officer to a glass jar containing cannabis on the rear passenger seat.

A 26-year-old Tinley Park woman charged with driving under the influence of alcohol

by Riverside police on the morning of May 5 reportedly made several unsolicited, racially offensive statements to a police officer she believed to be Chinese.

According to the police report, her vehicle was illegally parked, facing the wrong direction, on East Burlington Street at Cowley Road at about 1:10 a.m. Police said tie marks in the parkway indicated the vehicle had left the roadway prior to stopping.

Police stated the woman failed sobriety

Stop sign complaint leads to arrest

These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Riverside, North Riverside and Brookfield police departments, April 30 to May 6, 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

Despite plea, Lincoln principal won’t be back Letter from asks Silva to rescind resignation

By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

Many parents at Lincoln School in Brookfield are upset that the school’s principal, Theresa Silva, won’t be back next year. Silva, who is in her first year as principal, submitted her letter of resignation in March shortly before the school board was going to vote whether to renew her contract.

Two school board members have said that they would not have voted to renew her contract, and it appears as if Silva’s contract would not have been renewed had it come to a vote.

But, in a matter of days parents obtained 40 signatures on a letter asking Silva to rescind her letter of resignation. At the April 23 meeting of the Lyons-Brookfield School District 103 Board of Education, Brookfield resident Erin Milankovic, the mother of two Lincoln School students, submitted a copy of the parents’ letter to Silva to the school board, asking

board members to try to keep Silva at Lincoln School.

“She’s a great principal,” Milankovic said.

“We don’t want her to leave.”

Three other parents on April 23 also spoke in support of Silva, saying that she has changed the atmosphere at Lincoln for the better. In March, when Silva’s resignation, effective at the end of the school year, was announced, a number of Lincoln School teachers also spoke up in passionate support.

The parents said it did not appear to them that Silva wants to leave Lincoln School.

Gina Bacci, the mother of a Lincoln fifthgrader and the treasurer of the Lincoln School PTA, agrees.

“I don’t have any proof of it, but I feel like she didn’t feel like her contract would get renewed, so instead of being let go she resigned,” Bacci told the Landmark. “I feel like given the opportunity to stay, she would have stayed.”

Bacci says that in meetings with the PTA, Silva talks wistfully of things she would have done at Lincoln next year if she were returning. She said that Silva does not have another job lined up.

“You can just tell that she’s not happy that

she’s not going to be there,” Bacci said. “I’m sure it was not what she wanted to do.”

Bacci and Lincoln School teachers say that Silva is a principal who is always out and about in the school, visiting classes and interacting with students and teachers.

“She’s never in her office; she’s always out doing something in a classroom,” Bacci said.

Parents and teachers say that Silva is personable and has created a warm, harmonious atmosphere at Lincoln. They say that she treats parents, teachers, and students with respect and that no task is too small for her.

“She’s very welcoming to families and parents,” Bacci said. “The morale inside the school is totally different than it has been for years. The teachers are happy.”

Despite the entreaties of parents and teachers, it appears that the school board has no intention of asking Silva to stay on.

School board President Marge Hubacek said that while she understands the wishes of the parents supporting Silva, there is nothing that can be done.

“She resigned,” said Hubacek, who along with board member Joanne Schaeffer told the Landmark that they would not have voted to

renew Silva’s contract. “There is really nothing that we can do.”

Hubacek said that while she is always willing to talk to parents and had a conversation recently with a parent who wants Silva to stay, there is little she can say about the situation.

“There are personnel issues and just performance things that you just don’t talk about in public; they’re personnel matters,” Hubacek said.

The letter from parents apparently will have no impact on the board.

“I accepted it, but there’s nothing we’re going to do about it,” Hubacek said.

The school board has not met with Silva and has had no direct conversations with her, Hubacek said.

While she did not specifically address the parent’s letter or comment on her resignation, Silva in an email to the Landmark thanked parents and teachers for their support in response to questions from the newspaper.

“I truly appreciate and am humbled by the outpouring of support from the staff and community,” Silva wrote. “I love Lincoln School -- the staff, the parents and all of the children.

We have had an excellent year together.”

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County to repave Eberly Ave. this summer

Traffic reduced to one lane each way during project

By BOB UPHUES Editor

With Brookfield’s residential street improvement program already in full swing, motorists may already know which areas to avoid this summer.

But there’s one more resurfacing project – on one of the village’s main drags – that the Cook County Department of Transportation has announced may also create some headaches in the coming months.

Cook County will be resurfacing Eberly Avenue from 47th Street to Ogden Avenue, work that will also include installation of ADA sidewalk ramps, replacement of curb and gutter and repair of drainage structures.

Work will begin sometime this summer, said Cook County spokeswoman Becky Schlikerman, but a specific date has not been announced.

Whatever the start date, the work is expected to continue into November.

Cook County Department of Transportation & Highways During construction, acWORK ZONE: Cook County will be repaving Eberly Avenue cording to information provided by the county’s trans- from 47th Street to Ogden Avenue this summer, and trafportation department, traffic fic will be reduced to one lane in either direction. on Eberly Avenue will be reduced to one lane in each diries south of 47th Street. The county is rection throughout the entire project.

The street, which forms a border be- warning motorists that the lane reductions tween Brookfield and LaGrange, is heavily will cause delays and that they should seek used by trucks going to and from the quar- alternate routes during construction.

Hollywood Avenue grade crossing closed May 12 Folks who live in the South Hollywood section of Brookfield may to find an alternate route in and out of the neighborhood later this week.

The Burlington Northern-Santa Fe Railroad has announced it will be grinding and resurfacing the asphalt at the Hollywood Avenue grade crossing on May 12. The railroad said the grade crossing would be closed for one day.

According to information provided by the village of Brookfield, the work may also impact commuter train schedules. More infor-

mation about schedule changes should be available at www.metrarail.com as the closure date approaches.

Hollywood Avenue is the only roadway leading out of the neighborhood to the north side of the tracks. Motorists and pedestrians can still exit to the east via West Quincy Street or Waubansee Road. However, exiting motorists can only turn south from those streets, so people are asked to plan for potentially longer travel times and routes that day.

— Bob Uphues

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Brook Park parents raise funds for new playground Goal is to bring in $100,000 by spring 2019

By BOB UPHUES Editor

When construction breaks ground at Brook Park School in LaGrange Park on a major classroom addition later this month, students there will find themselves without an outdoor playground at least until the project is completed in the fall of 2019.

In the meantime, parent volunteers in the Brook Park Council are hoping to raise $100,000 to fund the design and installation of a brand new playground on the south end of the school campus.

While the BPC has held a couple of small fundraising events, on May 4 students launched the first major event – a walkathon – where individual classes took turns heading outside to walk laps around Vena Park, just across the street from Brook Park.

As of late last week, the walkathon had raised $35,000 and the BPC is planning additional fundraisers in the future. The next big event will be the inaugural BPC golf outing on June 24, from which the council hopes to raise at least $5,000.

Kate Amin, recording secretary of the BPC, said they hope to maintain the golf outing as an annual event, with proceeds from 2018 and 2019 going toward the playground fund.

Other potential fundraisers over the next year include another walkathon, an adult ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer social and a Lego building party for stuWALK FOR IT: Brook Park School first-graders take laps around Vena Park in LaGrange Park during their turn outside for a walkathon, dents.

Presently Brook Park School, which one of several events planned by the Brook Park Council to raise funds for a new playground at the soon-to-be expanded school. See serves students in kindergarten through more photos online at www.RBLandmark.com. fifth grade in Brookfield-LaGrange Park As part of the multimillion expansion School District 95, has a playground structure on a bed of woodchips at the south- plan, District 95 has included a $75,000 line east corner of the school property. The item in the project budget for replacing the playground area sits amid a sea of asphalt Brook Park playground. Funds raised by marked with areas for playing ball, four- the BPC will be in addition to that figure.

Officials in Brookfield-LaGrange Kuzniewski, asbestos abatement at “The BPC’s money will help square and running races.

School District 95 are inviting school Brook Park School will take place bethat space become more grand With the expansion of parents and the public to mark the ginning May 29, with exterior demolithan it otherwise would have Brook Park School, the disbeginning of major expansion and tion commencing in early June. been,” said Kuzniewski. “Even Principal Ryan Evans said middle trict’s early childhood educarenovation projects during groundif they raise three-quarters of tion program for kids ages 3 breaking ceremonies at its two schools school students will also be signing their goal, we’ll have a pheto 5 will move over from S.E. on May 24, the final day of classes for their names on a wall that will be ennomenal place for our kids to capsulated by construction, preservGross Middle School. As a re2017-18. play.” sult, said Amin, the goal is to The groundbreaking ceremony at ing the signatures for a future generaParent volunteers hope to Brook Park School, 1214 Raymond Ave. tion to find. install two playground struchave the $100,000 raised by the Demolition of the former auditoin LaGrange Park, will run from 9 to tures – one geared toward ages spring of 2019, so that the playrium/industrial arts wing inside S.E. 9:30 a.m. outside the school building.

3-5 and another for kids 6-12.

MARK KUZNIEWSKI ground can be installed as conBefore leaving for summer vacation, Gross has already started. That wing The BPC would also like District 95 superintendent struction wraps up that sumhowever, students there will be able to will house a ground-floor “cafetorium” to install an ADA-accessible, mer and be ready in time for write their names on the walls of the and two floors of classrooms to house rubberized playing surface inthe start of the 2019-20 school school slated to be demolished to make music instruction and a new STEM stead of woodchips. The estiyear. way for the new classroom/gymnasi- lab. A new gymnasium also will be mated cost of the playground Anyone who would like to added to the S.E. Gross campus. um addition. equipment is in the neighbordonate money for the walkThe combined $35 million construcOfficials will then head over to S.E. hood of $70,000, with installaathon can do so online by visitGross Middle school, 3524 Maple Ave. tion effort is scheduled to be complettion another 36 to 40 percent of that number. in Brookfield, for a ground breaking ed in time for the start of the 2019-20 And that figure does not include the rub- ing pledgestar.com/brookpark.

To simply make a donation to the BPC’s school year. ceremony there from 10:30 to 11 a.m. berized ground cover for the playground, — Bob Uphues According to Superintendent Mark which, according to District 95 Superinten- playground fund, you can do so online at dent Mark Kuzniewski, could cost as much squareup.com/store/BrookParkCouncil/ item/playground-donation. as the structures.

Public invited to D95 groundbreaking

“We’ll have a phenomenal place for our kids to play.

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Owner wants to convert Riverside offices into condos

KOSEY CORNER

Medical building reportedly can’t attract tenants or buyer

By BOB UPHUES Editor

The owner of a medical office building at 7234 Ogden Ave. in Riverside is asking the village to re-zone the property, which includes a 14,000-square-foot building and 39-space parking lot, so he can convert the structure into 12 condominiums.

Dr. Tahir Sheikh, who has owned the property for more than 30 years, will make his case for rezoning the property at a public hearing before the Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission on May 23 at 7 p.m. at the Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road.

Presently, the property – which sits immediately west of the Loyola Medicine Professional Building at 3722 Harlem Ave. – is zoned B1 Business District, which does not allow ground-floor residential uses.

Sheikh, a psychiatrist who started his Riverside practice 37 years ago, is asking the village to reclassify his property as B1-TC, a transitional commercial zoning classification that allows broader residential uses, including on the ground floor.

Plans filed with the village’s community development department indicate that Sheikh wants to convert the offices into one- and-two-bedroom condo units, four on each of the building’s three floors.

The brick and synthetic stucco building at 7234 Ogden Ave. has two full floors above ground with a lower level that presents as a half-story from the exterior. It is somewhat awkwardly sited on

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7234 Ogden Ave., Riverside

the property, with the main entrance facing west.

There are seven parking spaces immediately adjacent to the west, with the rest of the parking located in the rear. Impervious surfaces cover almost the entirety of the property.

According to Riverside’s community development director, Sonya Abt, after Sheikh purchased the property he built an addition on to an existing mixed-use office/residential building and converted it to an all-office use.

Abt said the standards for having property rezoned are different from obtaining a zoning variation and include looking at the impact rezoning would have on adjacent properties, public gain versus the hardship imposed by the existing zoning and the length of time a property is vacant, among others.

Unlike a zoning variation, an appli-

cant does not have to prove meeting every standard in order to qualify.

The property immediately west of the office building is zoned residential, but Abt said asking for that classification would have created zoning conflicts with respect to building setbacks and impervious surface coverage that don’t exist with the transitional business district classification.

The basis for Sheikh’s request, which he laid out in an April 2 zoning application to the village, is largely financial.

According to Sheikh, the building has had a difficult time attracting tenants, even at below-market rental rates. For the last three years, wrote Sheikh, the building has had an occupancy rate of about 15 percent.

“I have used three different real estate companies over the past three years,” Sheikh wrote to the village. “I have even tried auctioning the building. I was willing to accept less than $700,000 for a beautiful 14,000-square-foot building. All with no success.”

Sheikh said in 2016 the property appraised for $1.4 million and that he holds a mortgage of more than $700,000 on it.

In paying $10,500 a month in mortgage payments, Sheikh wrote, he’s losing more than $120,000 a year on the largely vacant office building.

Perhaps helping Sheikh’s cause somewhat is that the property was zoned for residential use prior to 1983, he says.

“Riverside is a very desirable location for home ownership,” Sheikh wrote.

“This will be a win-win situation for both the village and myself.”

RBHS freshman ‘OK’ after spinal surgery Fourteen-year-old Riverside resident Ethan Tkalec is doing pretty well a week after major back surgery.

Ethan, a Riverside-Brookfield high school freshman who suffers from a rare and incurable disease called giant axonal neuropathy (GAN) had spinal fusion surgery last week at Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago to strengthen his back and prevent his spine from collapsing on his organs.

The surgery, which will strengthen Ethan’s back was successful, Ethan’s mother, Gelse Tkalec, said.

But, Ethan has been bothered by hiccups, which make it difficult for him to sleep through the night and

strains his system. He remains in the pediatric intensive care unit at Lurie, but he and his family hope that he may go home later this week.

“He’s doing OK; he’s not doing fantastic,” Gelse Tkalec said on Monday afternoon. “We’re having problems getting rid of these hiccups, and that’s just awful for him.”

Gelse Tkalec said that the surgeon was very pleased with how the surgery went.

On April 27, Ethan’s schoolmates and RBHS staff threw him a party as he left school to prepare for the surgery.

— Bob Skolnik

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Ethan Tkalec at Lurie Children’s Hospital

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Experience Riverside in the RAW

AW! The first time I saw and heard that 11 years ago, I thought it was something else that was going to occur in Riverside.

However, I soon learned it meant Riverside Arts Weekend. Whew!

On the weekend of May 19 and 20, RAW will return to Guthrie Park as one of the finest art events in the Chicagoland area. The event has grown over the years and as a juried art fair, entrants are asked to submit requests to participate and requests are reviewed.

The event attracts artists from across the country, many of them returning every year. All methods of artistic media will be on display and available for purchase or to simply enjoy.

Many of the artists display methods of creativity that will fascinate those who possess artistic qualities as well of those who simply have an appreciation of art in all its forms.

The two-day event has something for everyone in the form of ongoing entertainment and the availability of food and beverages. Children will find they can stop in at the Riverside Arts Center tent to dabble in some art creations.

RAW weekend is also a good time to explore the “art” that is Riverside exemplified by its architecture and landscape. It is the perfect time for residents and non-residents to explore the village and reintroduce themselves into its heritage.

The event is the work of a nonprofit board of directors and many volunteers who work hard to create a sense of anticipation through an annual “spectacle” in the week leading up to RAW. Who can forget the “coyotes” that were seen all over downtown or the knit lamp post covers, and painted swans and, of course, the decorated tandem bikes. This year? As of this writing, I do not know but we will be surprised, pleasantly of course, as to what it will be for 2018.

RAW will take place on Saturday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Guthrie Park at Riverside and Bloomingbank roads, across from the train station.

Your favorite local newspaper, the Landmark, will have a booth, so stop by and tell them who your favorite columnist is. After all, newspapers are an art unto their own.

Riverside trivia: Guthrie Park was the site of an art fair probably around 40 years ago or more. It was the endeavor of two local young men, Clyde “Moose” Moravec and Mike West. Good to see the arts have returned to Guthrie Park.

JOANNE KOSEY

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Riverside seeks to be haven for birders Volunteers gathering data to become Audubon Important Bird Area

By BOB UPHUES Editor

You may have noticed a platoon of people, often early in the morning, looking through binoculars and scanning the wooded areas near the Des Plaines River in Riverside over the weekend.

No, an army of peeping toms is not marshaling its troops on the village’s riverbanks. Rather, they are birders attempting to spot species presently flying through town during peak migration season.

They are part of a larger, concerted effort to have Riverside recognized as an Important Bird Area – yes, that’s an official designation – by the Audubon Society, which administers the program in the U.S. for BirdLife International, a global partnership comprising conservation organizations.

Riverside officials are trying to heighten awareness of their quest to have the village designated an Important Bird Area – or IBA, for short -- through a couple of events this month.

Last week, Village President Ben Sells proclaimed May 12 World Migratory Bird Day in Riverside to coincide with the annual spring celebration of migratory birds as they make their way back north from their

winter havens.

On Saturday, May 12 residents are invited to meet in front of the Riverside Public Library, 1 Burling Road at 9 a.m. From there, groups will walk along the river to the Scout Cabin, take a break and then stroll back to the library. The roughly two-mile excursion should be over by noon.

On Saturday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the village has invited Audubon Great Lakes to host a plant sale fundraiser, the proceeds of which will go to local Audubon chapters.

While the deadline for ordering specific plants has ended, the Audubon Society will have plenty of native plants available for purchase. The organization will set up in the Green Parking Lot at 63 E. Burlington St. Some of those participating in the May 12 walk, like Sells and his wife, Jill Mateo, a small-mammal biologist and avid birder, are sure to be part of the ongoing data collection effort undertaken to obtain the IBA designation from the Audubon Society.

The Audubon Society asks for three years of data regarding significant numbers of 15 notable species in order for an area to be considered as an IBA, said Sells. But after just one week, Mateo, Sells and about 20 other volunteers identified significant numbers of eight species, with another wave of migra-

tory birds coming through the area over the next few weeks.

“We saw more than 200 yellow-rumped warblers and a bumper crop of orioles,” said Sells of last week’s birding sessions. “I’m having a blast. This is all new to me.”

It’s also new to Cathy Maloney, chairwoman of the Riverside Landscape Advisory Commission, who said the idea of approaching Audubon Great Lakes about designating Riverside an IBA was the result of informal meetings she had with Mateo, whom Maloney identified as the person spearheading the data collection effort, and fellow Riverside residents Melinda and Steve Pruett-Jones.

Melinda Pruett-Jones is the executive director of the American Ornithological Society while her husband, Steve, is professor of ornithology at University of Chicago.

“We have some Riversiders who really know their stuff,” Maloney said.

According to Sells, the new initiative to get the village recognized as an IBA fits with Riverside’s renewed focus on the river as a benefit not only naturally, but economically. It’ll also be something of a feather in the village’s cap.

Most IBA’s are sections of towns or forest preserve areas – Salt Creek Woods, for ex-

Yellow-rumped warbler

Photo by Dan Pancamo

ample is among the 90 or so such areas designated in the state since 2000. If Riverside is accepted, it would be the first entire municipality so designated in the state.

“When you start looking at your town as a natural spot, it changes what you see and how you think about where you live,” Sells said.

Since he’s started birding, Sells said he and Mateo have identified scores of bird species in Riverside. The two started a Riverside Birding Network community page on Facebook last week, one they hope may end up converting to a nature network after also noticing snakes, turtles and other wildlife along the river during their birding excursions.

Since the two dams were removed in 2012, the river has sprung to life, said Sells.

“The comeback of the river is a remarkable story,” he said.

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BIG WEEK

Senior Fair in North Riverside

The village of North Riverside hosts its annual Senior Fair on Thursday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Village Commons, 2401 Desplaines Ave. For senior citizens and caregivers, the event features more than 50 senior service-related organizations, including health specialists, medical companies, insurance companies, senior housing organizations and legal and financial advisors. The Illinois Secretary of State Mobile Unit will issue state IDs, renew driver’s licenses and conduct vision screenings.

Admission is free. Call 708-442-5515 for more information.

The Senior Suburban Orchestra will host its 7th Annual Family and Friends Concert on Saturday, May 12 at 1 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 5211 Carpenter St. in Downers Grove.

The program includes waltzes and other pieces

by Johann Strauss Jr., selections from Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim’s “West Side Story,” Archibald Johnston’s “Illinois, By Thy Rivers Gently Flowing” and “A Ray Henderson Gallery” singalong.

The 50-piece orchestra typically plays private events, but the Family and Friends Concert is open to the public. Free, but donations accepted.

And more Boy Scout Troop 111 will host a Spaghetti Dinner and Raffle on May 12 from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the St. Louise de Marillac Colonnade Room, 1112 Raymond Ave. in LaGrange Park. Tickets at the door are $7 per person ($6 seniors) or $24 for a family of 4 or more. Kids under 5 eat free. Takeout available. Raffle.

The Frederick Law Olmsted Society will host its next Riverside landscape workday on May 12 from 9 a.m. to noon, with volunteers weeding the public area along Riverside Road. Come for as long as your schedule allows. Bring gloves and a water bottle.

Snacks and supplies provided. Look for the public works dump truck.

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May 9-16 Judy Baar Topinka book launch

Fill the boot

Members of North Riverside Firefighters Union Local 2714 will be out at the intersection of 26th Street and Desplaines Avenue on May 11, 18 and 31 raising money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association for the 2018 Fill the Boot campaign.

In the past decade, the firefighters have raised more than $38,000 to benefit families living with neuromuscular diseases.

Joseph B. Topinka, the son of the late Judy Baar Topinka, will debut his new book about his mom, the longtime Riverside resident and state political figure, at an author event scheduled for Saturday, May 12 at 1 p.m. in the Great Room of the Riverside Public Library, 1 Burling Road.

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Topinka’s book, “Just Judy,” is the first and only biography of the former Illinois state legislator, state comptroller, state treasurer and candidate for governor. It presents her as a committed public servant, devoted mother and pioneering political leader.

Targeting grade school students, the author hopes to inspire young people to get involved in government, with each chapter of the book containing themes, activities, projects and questions for educators about Nazareth Academy, 1209 W. Ogden Ave. in LaGrange Park, presents a Spring Band Concert on May 15 at 7 p.m. in the Romano Family Theatre.

The pops concert features Broadway and Disney hits, while the Jazz Ensemble will also perform. Free.

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

Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd., hosts Nature Inspired Technology about nature’s influence on inventions hosted by Brookfield Zoo’s Andre Copeland on May 10 at 7 p.m.; Rock Art (supplies provided) on May 12 at 3 p.m.; and Using Accessible Transportation presented by the RTA on May ■

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“I would like to think of this book as a starting point from which young people can begin to be well-informed citizens,”Topinka said.

The event is free to attend and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

14 at 1 p.m. Visit www.brookfieldlibrary.info or call 708-485-6917 for more info.

North Riverside Public Library, 2400 Desplaines Ave., hosts a Senior Drop-in on May 11 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Meeting Room. Play cards and socialize every Friday. For kids, there’s Messy Mornings for Munchkins (ages 2+), May 15 at 10:30 a.m.; Lapsit Storytime (babies, toddlers with adult) on May 9 at 10:30 a.m.; Love2Read reading activities (grades K-1) on May 12 at 10:30 a.m.; and Crafts & Cookies (2nd grade+) on May 11 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 ■

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Pioneers of TV

North Riverside Public Library, 2400 Desplaines Ave., hosts “TV Memories,” a fresh look at the pioneers of television, on Wednesday, May 16 at 6:30 p.m.

Bob Burton, formerly of Oakton Community College and WFLD-TV, will discuss the impact of such people as Milton Berle, Edward R. Murrow, Lucille Ball and more.

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

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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please send a photo and details by noon of the Wednesday before it needs to be published.

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

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Fostering harmony amid discord Area residents collaborate to raise music education nonprofit’s profile

By BOB UPHUES Editor

Venisha Buckley seems nervous. As she slowly climbs the stairs to the stage at Wire, a combination music venue/school/production incubator opened on Roosevelt Road in Berwyn in 2013 by a group of Oak Park and River Forest investors, Venisha doesn’t look like someone thrilled about the prospect of performing for the camera.

But once the music starts, Venisha, an eighth-grader at Beethoven Middle School on Chicago’s South Side who goes by “Famous X” when she’s performing, flips a switch. Photographer Kevin Ryan’s job is easy as he clicks away a few feet from the stage.

Venisha is among a group of seven budding middle school musicians involved in a nonprofit organization called Guitars Over Guns, an after-school music mentoring program that provides structure and a positive outlet for atrisk kids in some of Chicago’s toughest neighborhoods.

The Wire photo shoot on May 1 was to get images for a print advertisement in an upcoming issue of Downbeat magazine, which is donating space in its publication for Guitars Over Guns to reach a wider audience.

A creative team from Edelman, a worldwide marketing and public relations agency, took Guitars Over Guns under its wing as a pro bono client after fielding proposals from several nonprofits.

The head of that creative team, Riverside

ELECTION REPORT from page 1 Township took a Democratic ballot, accounting for 76 percent of all primary votes cast in the township.

In other area townships the pattern was similar. In Lyons Township the share of Democratic primary voters more than doubled going from 36.9 percent in 2014 to 74.5 percent this year. In Proviso Township the share of Democratic primary voters increased from 69.1 percent in 2014 to 86.7 percent this year.

Although Democratic turnout has surged across the nation in a number of elections since the election of Donald Trump as president in 2016, probably the biggest reason for the upsurge in Democratic turnout in this year’s primary is that this year there was a hotly contested primary race for governor, featuring millions of dollars spent on advertising.

In 2014, then incumbent Gov. Pat Quinn faced only light opposition from little-known

resident Steven Slivka, himself a musician, was drawn to what Guitars Over Guns was trying to accomplish. The hope, said Slivka, is to introduce Guitars Over Guns to more Chicago schools.

“It shows the power of music to teach kids discipline, to give them something to look forward to and believe in, in places where things like this are missing or no longer exist,” Slivka said.

Slivka said his introduction to music in grade school in Berwyn – the band director was a working jazz musician – was transformative.

“My life was changed by my music director in grade school,” said Slivka, who is chief creative officer at Edelman Chicago. “He helped me out when no one needed to. Music was the entry point into what I do now.”

In order to give the Downbeat photo shoot an authentic feel, the organizers reached out to Wire co-founder Chris Neville, of Oak Park. The young musicians got to spend time on the stage of a professional club and Wire’s staff donated their time.

“It’s the kind of cause we’re very much behind, so it was an easy sell for me,” said Neville, whose club has hosted and whose band, Tributosaurus, has played at Concert Across America to End Gun Violence for the past two years.

Started by Chicago-area native Chad Bernstein in 2008 in Miami, Guitars Over Guns spread its reach to Chicago four years ago, connecting working musicians with children

who are looking for an alternative to the violence of their communities through music.

“The presence of a caring adult is essential for everyone, but especially for those who have experienced trauma in their lives,” said Andrew DeMuro, regional director for Guitars Over Guns.

DeMuro is himself a working musician.

In addition to being a member of an acoustic trio called The Shades, DeMuro appeared on the TV show “The Voice” in 2016. Prior to joining Guitar Over Guns, DeMuro taught at Urban Prep Academy, an all-boys charter high school on Chicago’s near Southwest Side.

Music wasn’t part of the curriculum at Urban Prep, but kids would find a way to incorporate music into their everyday lives at school, according to DeMuro, from spontane-

ous singing in the hallways between classes to drumming on desk tops.

DeMuro sought to give those musical impulses structure in the form of an after-school choir program.

It was important for kids, DeMuro said, “having people who are there every day and giving them this space and telling them it’s OK to be you.”

In Chicago, 11 musicians from Guitars Over Guns work with about 300 students twice a week after school in two South Side schools as well as a church-affiliated music studio in Bronzeville.

“For a lot of these kids, it’s the only positive thing they have going,” Slivka said. “I wanted to take the opportunity to show the kids as they are – as artists -- and make them look like everybody else in Downbeat.”

activist Tio Hardiman in the primary. In 2014, Republicans had a heated primary with millions spent on advertising by eventual winner Bruce Rauner, which drew Republican voters to the polls.

State Rep. Mike Zalewski, who also serves as the Democratic committeeman of Riverside Township, said that the competitive Democratic race for governor was a major factor in the increased Democratic turnout this year as was increased energy from Democrats since November 2016.

“I think nationally you’re seeing trends that are favorable to the Democratic Party, and I think that’s reflected in the township itself,” Zalewski said.

Republican turnout fell in the 2018 primary.

In the 2014 primary 1,343 voters in Riverside Township took a Republican ballot; this year 1,038 did, a drop of about 23 percent.

Nearly 2,000 fewer primary voters in Lyons Township took a Republican ballot this year compared to four years ago. Similarly, there were more than 1,000 fewer Republican primary voters in Proviso Township this year

compared to 2014.

The report also contained other interesting bits of information. The second precinct of Riverside Township -- otherwise known as Riverside Lawn, where the Cook County Land Bank has purchased more than 20 homes in an attempt to depopulate the flood-prone neighborhood -- had the fewest number of voters, 19, of any precinct in suburban Cook County.

The first precinct of Lyons Township, which includes the southernmost tip pf Riverside’s First Division portion had the fifth fewest voters, 57, in this year’s primary. But that precinct also drew the fifth-highest voter turnout of any precinct in the county at 55.9 percent.

Women turned out for the primary at a higher rate than men in suburban Cook County.

Women accounted for 54 percent of all votes cast in this year’s primary even though they make up 51.5 percent of the population.

The report also shows what was clear soon after the election, that Marie Newman, who narrowly lost to incumbent Congressman Dan Lipinski (D-Western Springs) in the Democratic primary for the 3rd Congressional District,

outpolled Lipinski in the suburban portion district and did especially well in Brookfield and LaGrange.

In the small portion of southern Brookfield that is in the 3rd Congressional District, Newman beat Lipinski by a nearly 2-to-1 margin, picking up about 65 percent of the vote. Newman also ran very strongly in her home town of LaGrange, picking up more than 65 percent of the vote in many precincts there.

But Newman also packed a punch in Lipinski’s hometown of Western Springs, garnering 60 percent of the vote there and losing just one precinct – by three votes.

Overall Newman won 51.69 percent of the vote in the suburban Cook County portion of the district and won five of the eight suburban townships in the district.

Her best township was Lyons Township, which includes the Brookfield portion of the district, which she carried with 57.68 percent of the vote there.

Lipinski’s best suburban township was Stickney Township, where he won 56.94 percent of the vote.

PHOTO BY PATRICK BERRY

IN FOCUS: Photographer Kevin Ryan snaps photos of budding rapper Venisha Buckley with instructor Andrew DeMuro pitching in on guitar during a photoshoot for a Downbeat magazine ad at Wire in Berwyn for Guitars Over Guns, a music mentoring program in Chicago. Riversider Steve Slivka, a creative director at Edelman, took on the education nonprofit as a pro-bono client.

Opinion Changes afoot

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uesday, May 8 was the big switchover for four communities -- Brookfield, Riverside, North Riverside and McCook – partnering on West Central Consolidated Communications, or WC3.

WC3 is a joint emergency dispatch center that will handle all fire and police calls for all four communities.

We say “will” because as of this writing just before noon on May 8, all four local emergency dispatch desks were staffed as the transition to WC3 took place.

It wasn’t as simple as flipping a switch and automatically changing over to the new central dispatch center inside the North Riverside Police Department. There was a lot of data migrating over the course of Tuesday, and it was a process that was expected to take hours to complete.

“Everything is going as planned,” said Brookfield Deputy Police Chief Ed Petrak on Tuesday morning.

Riverside Village Manager Jessica Frances also said Tuesday morning that WC3 was expected to be fully functional by May 9 and that the plan was to lock the lobby to the police station, as planned, at 5 p.m. on Tuesday.

However, anyone walking into the secure vestibule of the police station can contact emergency personnel by a phone there. Brookfield will staff its front desk throughout the night Tuesday into Wednesday, said Petrak, “Just in case something happens.”

Frances reiterated that residents should get used to calling 911 if they want to reach police immediately.

While dialing the non-emergency numbers for police and fire will still be answered during business hours, calling that number after hours will send you to a prompt giving options.

For immediate connection for any emergency – police, fire or public works – after hours, you should call 911.

Of course, residents in Riverside can also reach village officials through the Riverside Responds app, and Brookfield residents looking for assistance that may not be an emergency after hours can email to help@ brookfieldil.gov.

North Riverside police dispatch center – which is where WC3 is located – will be staffed 24 hours a day.

In Riverside, the move to consolidated dispatch dovetails with the ongoing look at the village’s public facilities, particularly the outdated police and fire headquarters. While officials have informally talked about the future of the village’s municipal campus near the township hall, there’s a very intentional effort under way.

This summer, it looks like residents will get their chance to provide input on how or if Riverside should move ahead to modernize or even replace its public safety facilities. Such a project could also be an opportunity to consolidate all of the village’s public safety and administrative functions in one place.

But, any such plan is sure to be expensive and decisions made regarding such facilities will have decades-long impact. So if Riverside is going to take that leap, residents and officials need to make sure they get it right.

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Outside human time and control in the National Groves

he trail is sodden.

Beyond the blooming understory at North Riverside’s National Grove South, the near-banks of the Des Plaines are wet from last week’s furious little storm and water collects along the riverside trail in shallow, tannic pools. The mud is slick and carries a stink of damp funk.

An extended family of whitetail deer, after ambling through the grove, settle into woods nearby, eating fresh shoots from the now-green ground.

Leafing trees are busy with new firsts for the year, including Redstarts and a Black-and-white Warbler.

But this trip isn’t for sights.

I’ve come to test my ears, or rather to use them, and I’ve brought along an audio recorder and small shotgun microphone as listening aides. Not exactly the lowest-tech trip I’ve made to the field, but I’m seeking to isolate and enhance a single sense and, well, that means I’m also wearing headphones.

The effect is immediate. Electric.

A robin’s throaty chut-chut-chut comes hot off the mic. The dull thudding of a far-off woodpecker mixes with the foreground wind and with the wet, mid-range bleat of a parent Canada goose on the far bank as an army of goslings traipses toward the water.

Sitting here on a downed log, beneath the headphones, I

can hear beyond my own hearing.

The sounds of the trail and the sounds outside the trail fill my head completely, and it’s not all good. We live enveloped in noise and so do the animals of the National Groves. The planes, trains and automobiles, all audible in incessance.

Sounds of the spring woods don’t compete with the industrial noise of suburban mobility but instead abide them. The birdsong and leafrustling and splashing and stick-breaking of life in the forest preserves, as the preserves morph into spring, all exist in parallel to the often ugly violence of our own sounds.

To eavesdrop along the river is to hear in stark contrast two different but interrelated worlds, man-made and natural, road and river.

And to dial in the natural is to hear evidence that spring sounds like spring: New birds, new ground squirrels, same sounds repeated year over year, against whatever odds our planet faces, an act of continuance.

I first wrote permanence in my notebook but I can’t say that.

I can say the birds and other animals are audible and, in those sounds, are timeless. They continue to live buffeted by us but outside human time and control.

That still sounds great.

BRETT MCNEIL

Trail Conditions explores the woods, waters and trails out our back doors. Brett McNeil lives in North Riverside.

LETTERS

Don’t wait, get out that bike While I know that Bike Brookfield is not until Saturday, May 19, the time to bike through Brookfield is now.

The weather is favorable, the blossoming trees are in bloom, the spring flowers are up, dandelions cast a mel-

low, yellow glow over many of the parkways, the deer wander about in Kiwanis Park and the eclectic architectural mix practically changes from season to season, just as do the flora and fauna.

The time is ripe.

C.P. Hall

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OBITUARIES

Lillian Boucek, 100 Former Brookfield resident Lillian Catherine Boucek (nee Vehlow), 100, of Downers Grove and formerly of Brookfield, Western Springs and Wisconsin, died on April 28, 2018. Born on April 11, 1918, she was a homemaker.

Ms. Boucek was the wife of the late Emil J. Boucek; the mother of Judith Knudsen, Sandra (Norman) Gurgel, the late Susan DiSanto, Emil (Michelle) Boucek Jr., Jeanne (the late James) Evan and Daniel (Amy) Boucek; the grandmother of Denise Wiseheart, Derrick Knudsen, Dawn Kannon, Heather

(David) Carlile, Tiffany Gurgel, Jonathan (Stephanie) Gurgel, the late Michael (Amy) DiSanto, Deborah (Clint) Brom, the late Stephen (Houssai) DiSanto, Andrew (Colleen) DiSanto, Jacqueline (Trevor) Froschauer, Jacob (Melisa) Boucek, Elisabeth Evan, Peter Evan, Rebecca (William) Sharp, Rachel (Matthew) Webb, Sarah Evan and Ethan Daniel Boucek and three unborn grand infants, Sara Catherine, Daniel Peter and Mary Elisabeth Evan; the great-grandmother of Maren, Juan, Lucas, Taryn, Carter, Mason, Samantha, Zachary, Jackson, Jakob, Anthony, Vincent, Lillian, Nahbinti, Morgan, Keegan, Connor, Vanessa, Caleb, Colton, Brandy, James, Emma and Catherine; and step-great-grandmother of Tyler and Samuel.

See OBITUARIES on page 14

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FACILITIES

“I was surprised at how our current facilities lack safety measures,” said Sells.

“Think about how it is when you walk into a school now, or for that matter any public building. We don’t have those measures in from page 1 place.”

In his May 2 presentation to the village “Our goal is to do the planning through- board, Bushhouse called out a lack of safeout the summer,” said Sells. ty measures for the police department at 31 Sells’ remarks came in the wake of a pre- Riverside Road. The facility lacks a secure sentation last week by William Architects, place to transfer prisoners from squad which was hired last November to conduct cars to the booking room and lacks secure a study of the village’s public facilities, transfer points from the holding area to including the village hall offices, police lockups. and fire departments, the Among some of the probformer public works mainlems with the police departtenance garage and Youth ment, according to a more Center, the water tower, the than 200-page existing conScout Cabin and the new ditions survey submitted by public works facility.

Williams Architects, there The presentation by Mark isn’t proper separation beBushhouse, managing parttween sensitive/secure staff ner of Williams Architects, areas, public areas and prisBEN SELLS at the May 2 meeting of the oners. There is no separaVillage President village board was in some tion between male and feways quite predictable. male prisoners or a separate Many of the village’s public juvenile lockup. facilities are obsolete and The report notes that the underutilized or are not up evidence room isn’t complito modern standards – from the lack of pri- ant with modern standards and that the vate bathrooms for village hall staff to the evidence room and prisoner areas are in lack of gender-specific sleeping quarters close proximity. In addition, it notes that for overnight paramedics to the dungeon- the lower level offices have no windows, like conditions of the police department. lack adequate storage capacity and that Sells, however, said he was surprised by staff use portable heaters to stay warm in one broad, overarching concern. Safety. winter.

The main fire station, the report states, tion of First and Forest avenues, is getting is fast becoming too small to accommo- another look by the village’s engineering date modern fire engines – which now just firm, Sells said. barely fit in the two bays – that the upstairs “We’re going to revisit it to see if it’s quarters functions as a dayroom/kitchen/ even feasible,” said Sells, who said the losleeping quarters and has just one bath- cation otherwise makes good sense for a room. Only the ground-floor offices are air- public safety facility. “That’d be the optimal conditioned. location.”

Fire Station 2, north of the tracks, is small The village might also opt to demolish the and its location next to the railroad tracks is obsolete facilities next to the township hall both disruptive and dangerous. and build a new public safely or combined The report also noted multiple building municipal building there. If those facilities code violations at both the Youth Center and were located elsewhere that area could be old public works garage, turned into a public park particularly with respect or a facility that comto ADA accessibility. The bines public and private building is in poor condiresources – like a conferRead the Williams tion, according to the reence center or boutique Architects facilities port, which notes that the hotel. assessment report online at village stopped spending “The question for resiwww.RBLandmark.com. large sums to upgrade the dents is, ‘What do you building a few years ago want there?’” Sells said. with its future in doubt.

The time for getting The next step in the process is for Williams answers to that question is expected to play Architects to submit a future-needs assess- out this summer after Williams Architects ment to the village board in order for officials delivers the future-needs assessment. Of and the public to begin discussing whether course, any such renovation or construction to renovate what exists or build new – and of public facilities will come with a cost, where. which will be subject to a public vote.

Williams Architects should have that “We all know this is necessary, but in this report ready for officials either later this political environment, is it realistic to think month or in June, said Sells. that any kind of referendum is possible?”

Once rejected as unrealistic due to its lo- said Sells. “We’re all residents, too. We’re all cation in a flood plain, the former location sensitive to the tax burden we already have.

“If people aren’t willing to support anyof the forest preserve district caretaker’s house, on Parkview Road near the intersec- thing, then nothing will happen.”

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OBITUARIES A funeral service was held May 5 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Brookfield, followed by interment at Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery in Oakbrook Terrace.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to Moody Radio Chicago, 820 N. LaSalle Blvd., Chicago, 60610, or to the Salvation Army, 1520 75th St., Downers Grove, 60561 or to Lutherans for Life, 1101 5th St., Nevada, Iowa, 50201.

Hitzeman Funeral Home, Brookfield, handled arrangements.

(Ed) Douglas, Timothy (Tifani), Theresa (Richard Lund) O’Rourke and Kevin (Tracey); the grandfather of Brady, Maya, Will, A.J., Annie, Ryan, Conor, Henry and Jimmy; and the brother of Pat (Ray) Bugielski.

Chapel Service will be held on Wednesday, May 9 at 10:00 a.m. at Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak Rd., Westchester. Interment is at Woodlawn Cemetery in Forest Park.

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

(Robert) Maruska and the late Delores (the late James) Kincaid; and the aunt, great-aunt and friend of many.

Visitation is on Friday, May 11 from 10 a.m., until time of funeral Mass at 11 a.m., at St. Mary Church, 126 Herrick Road in Riverside.

Interment will be private.

Gibbons Family Funeral Home, Chicago, handled arrangements.

at Hitzeman Funeral Home, 9445 31st Street, Brookfield. A funeral Mass will be celebrated May 9 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Barbara Church, 4008 Prairie Ave., Brookfield. Interment is private.

The family appreciates memorials to The Poor Household of God, 233 Orchard Lane, Glen Ellyn, 60137.

Donnie White, 72

Former Brook Park School teacher

Truck driver

John O’Rourke, 81

Catherine Suchan, 69

Retired North Riverside police sergeant

Former Riverside resident

John P. O’Rourke, 81, of North Riverside, has died.

He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a retired sergeant of the North Riverside Police Department after 31 years of honorable service. Mr. O’Rourke was also a member of the North Riverside FOP Lodge 110, the PBPA Unit 73, and the lead negotiator for Illinois FOP Labor Council North Riverside Unit.

Mr. O’Rourke was a member of the Illinois Police Association and president and cofounder of the Rusty Button Club and a devoted Cubs Fan. He was the husband of Sandra (nee Blake); the father of John P. Jr. (Julie Hutt), Susan

Catherine A. Suchan (nee McGrath), 69, formerly of Riverside, has died.

She was the wife of the late Joseph; the mother of Mary Kay (Kevin) Russin, Casey (Barry Poltermann) and Andy (Brandon Ficara); the grandma of Joee Delainee and Jonathan “Jonny” Dominic; the sister and best friend of the late Daniel (late Katherine); the daughter of the late Daniel and Lois; raised by the late Thomas and Margaret McGrath; a cousin of many, especially of Thomas (Colette) McGrath, the late Marge (Jim) Fahey, Maureen Gail (Gil) Sanks and the late Joanne (Charles) Jones; the sister-in-law of Mary Ann (Richard) Rojek, Dorothy Suchan, Esther

Donnie Kay White, 72, of Brookfield, died on May 5, 2018.

Mr. White served in the U.S. Army and had worked as a truck driver.

He was the husband of Patricia “Pat” White (nee Brown); the father of Nicole (William) Hendrix and Sean (Martha) White; the grandfather of Nicholas White, Christian White, Emma Hendrix and Donnie “DJ” White; the brother of Virginia Munts, Billy White, the late JD White, Opal White and Shelton White; the brother-in-law of Richard (Yolanda) Brown and Gary (Diane) Brown; the uncle of many nieces and nephews; the adopted father of David (Jennifer) Rodriguez and David Brady; and the friend of Amy Zielazinski, Larry Sloane, and Dan Montemayor.

Visitation was Tuesday, May 8 from 3 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, May 9 from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Nancy Lee Wolatz (nee Tomchaney), 71, of Blaine, Tennessee and formerly of LaGrange Park and Brookfield, died on May 3, 2018.

Born on November 17, 1946, she was a former kindergarten school teacher who taught at Brook Park School from 1969 to 1976.

Ms. Wolatz was the wife of Fredrick E. Wolatz; the mother of Scott T. Wolatz, Caryn L. Wolatz and the late Brian E. Wolatz; and the sister of Merrilyn Tomchaney.

Visitation is Tuesday, May 8 from 3 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, May 9 from 9 to 9:30 a.m. at Hitzeman Funeral Home, 9445 31st Street, Brookfield. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on May 9 at 10 a.m. at St. Louise de Marillac Church, La Grange Park. Interment is at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside.

Memorials are appreciated to the Alzheimer’s Association, 8430 W. Bryn Mawr, Suite 800, Chicago, 60631.

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RBHS volleyball star shows net value

Bageanis will play at St. Ambrose next season

By MARTY FARMER

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Sports Editor

ason Bageanis is a standout player in every sense of the word on the Riverside-Brookfield High School volleyball team. As an imposing 6-foot-5, 210-pound senior middle hitter, he is unequivocally the Bulldogs’ biggest, best and most experienced player.

“Jason is a three-year starter,” RBHS volleyball coach Dan Bonarigo said. “We obviously look for him to lead the way and dominate the net. He’s quite a force and really connects with our setter (Jonah Raith).”

With only two seniors on the roster, Bageanis’ leadership has been a natural progression.

“When I was a sophomore on varsity, I just wanted to learn and get ready for the upcoming years,” Bageanis said. “Maclean Nolan played the same position as me when I was a sophomore, so I learned a lot from him. And Bono [Bonarigo] is a great coach who taught me almost everything I know about volleyball.”

Bageanis, who picked up volleyball his freshman year, has been a quick study.

His natural athleticism coupled with a passion for volleyball has netted Bageanis a scholarship from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa.

“I stayed for an overnight visit and everybody was very nice and welcoming,” Bageanis said. “The volleyball coach [Dawn Kerr] is really nice and they have a good program. I’m very excited about playing there next year.”

When he joins the Bees next season, they will be adding an explosive player to their roster.

Bageanis has 183 kills, 59 service points, 42 blocks, 30 digs and 19 aces in 59 sets this season. In 2017, he finished with 221 kills, 75 blocks over 91 sets for RBHS. Last winter, Bageanis played well as a starting forward on the Bulldogs’ basketball team.

The All-Metro Suburban Conference pick averaged 7 points and 5.5 rebounds while shooting 57 percent from the field. He also led the

Courtesy of Jim Bageanis

(Above) RBHS senior Jason Bageanis elevates for an emphatic kill during a match this season. In 59 sets played, the 6-foot-5 Bageanis has 183 kills and 42 blocks. (Left) Bageanis, center, signing his letter of intent to play volleyball at St. Ambrose University. St. Ambrose head coach Dawn Kerr, left, and RBHS volleyball coaches Dan Bonarigo and Jen Lyon join Jason.

“I want to go all the way this season and a win a state title.”

team in rebounding in 15 games.

“Jason is physically very strong and an excellent jumper. He had the highest vertical leap on our team this past season,” RBHS coach Mike Reingruber said. “He is a kid that liked to do the little things to help his team succeed. He was the guy setting hard screens, getting tough rebounds, diving on the floor for loose balls, taking charges and all the other intangible things that help a team win games.”

After a losing campaign in Tom McClos-

“From freshman through sekey’s final season as the Bullnior year, Jason has been one of dogs’ head basketball coach in 2017, Bageanis is proud of the the most improved players in our team’s turnaround with a 19-11 program,” Reingruber said. “He record this year. devotes a lot of time and works re“Both McCloskey and Reinally hard at the game of basketball gruber are great coaches,” Bagand it definitely showed in his play eanis said. “Coming off a down throughout the years. He always season my junior year, it felt had a great attitude and he is very good to bring the program back coachable. We will miss Jason very JASON BAGEANIS up this season.” much in the basketball program.”

RBHS senior The Bulldogs’ 67-65 upset win With his high school hoops caover Fenwick was a particureer already in the books, Bageanis larly meaningful victory for is focused on volleyball. RBHS (14Bageanis, who scored 13 points 12) is the No. 13 seed in the 27-team against the Friars. field of the IHSA Sectional of the state play“Beating Fenwick is my favorite memory offs. The Bulldogs begin the playoffs against from basketball,” he said. “It was a really Marmion Academy in the Metea Valley Reintense and fun game to play in, especially gional quarterfinals on May 21 at 5:30 p.m. because they are a rival.”

“We went to the sectional semis when I Although the Bulldogs’ postseason run was a sophomore and the sectional finals ended with a 67-59 loss against regional host last year,” Bageanis said. “I want to go all Curie, Bageanis played well by going 4-for- the way this season and a win a state title.

4 from three-point range to finish with 12 It’s important that we finish off the year points. strong.”

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Naz hoops standout picks Harvard

Stritzel chooses Crimson over dozens of schools

M

y cell phone buzzed during a typically hectic deadline day last week. I knew a text was waiting for me. The smile it elicited from me after reading it was gravy.

Ten words encapsulating the realization of a dream appeared on the screen: Annie verbally committed to Harvard today.

Thrilled is an understatement!

Nazareth Academy girls basketball coach Ed Stritzel was notifying me that his daughter and the Roadrunners’ top player, Annie, had chosen Harvard for her last stop as a student-athlete.

Talk about a recruiting coup for the Crimson. Cambridge, Massachusetts just picked up a big-time player.

Only a junior, Stritzel had about 30 offers, but ultimately chose Harvard over DePaul, Columbia and Illinois State.

“I picked Harvard because of the opportunities both the academics and basketball will provide me,” Stritzel said. “It’s just the best fit for me. I can’t begin to say how relieved I am to have made the decision to go to Harvard. It gives me the opportunity to play with no pressure and focus on my high school senior season.”

A stress-free Stritzel is a scary thought for her opponents next season.

She averaged 24 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 3.8 steals in leading Nazareth to a runnerup finish in the Class 3A state playoffs this season. The Roadrunners (331) had the best season in program history, but lost to Peoria Richwoods 55-46 in the Class 3A state final.

While the team will miss the contributions of seniors Alyssa Geary and Marissa Metz next season, Stritzel ensures Naza-

MARTY FARMER

Sports Editor

Alexa Rogals/Staff Photographer

Nazareth junior guard Annie Stritzel averaged 24 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 3.8 steals this year. reth will remain highly competitive.

“I am so excited to get back with my high school team,” she said. “We want to finish what we left out there in the state championship. It’s special to share this with my dad. He is a phenomenal coach who is always there to support and guide me.”

Stritzel also excels academically with a 4.3 GPA and 29 on her ACT. As the high school sports year winds down, I always enjoy seeing the lists and

photos of student-athletes from schools like Riverside-Brookfield, Lyons Township, Fenwick and Nazareth signing their National Letter of Intent to play college sports. In many instances, they represent the best and the brightest from the Class of 2018.

That certainly applies to Stritzel as a Class of 2019 standout.

While it was very cool to hear about her college choice, I’m more excited about getting to watch Annie play one more season.

Friars’ Stramaglia dominates Trinity Junior earns win, strikes out nine and hits three-run homer

By Melvin Tate Contributing Reporter

After blowing a late lead to rival Trinity in a loss at the Priory on April 30, the Fenwick High School softball team gained measures of redemption and revenge Saturday afternoon at Triton College in River Grove.

“I knew right from the start that our team came ready to play,” Fenwick coach Mike Marrese said. “Our warm ups and the spirit throughout the game were terrific. The kids were having a good time.

That’s the main thing for us, which is to come ready and have a good time.”

Fenwick junior Alyssa Stramaglia starred on the mound and at the plate in the Friars’ 6-2 win over the Blazers.

“I thought we improved a lot,” Stramaglia said after the Trinity game. “We had a lot of motivation in the dugout. On the mound, I just wanted to get that firstpitch strike and then just go from there.”

Stramaglia scattered six hits, allowed two runs and struck out nine in a complete-game victory. She also went 2-for4 with three RBIs and two runs scored

“The pitch was right down the middle and I wanted it.”

against Trinity. ara Herbert (2-for-3) and Tess “Alyssa mixed up her pitchLoGuidice (2-for-4). Eastern es brilliantly,” Marrese said.

Michigan recruit Rachel Mar“Our defense was magnifitinez (2-for-3) also contributed cent. We made every single for Fenwick, which had 13 play.” hits for the game.

Stramaglia also set the The Blazers tacked on a contone offensively, belting a solation run in the bottom of three-run home run off Trinthe seventh on a RBI double ity starting pitcher Ileana ALYSSA STRAMAGLIA by Bella Parravicini. AfterFierro that gave the Friars a wards, Trinity coach Bryan Fenwick junior 3-0 lead in the top of the third Hoffman expressed concern inning. After four innings about his team’s offense. from Fierro, Sammy Nelson “We need to be more discifinished the game for Trinity. plined at the plate,” he said.

“The pitch was right down the middle “We tend to put pressure on ourselves and I wanted it,” Stramaglia said about and try to do too much, rather than takher homer. “It gave us a tremendous ing the pitch that’s given to us. If we’re boost.” not going to see good pitches and not Stramaglia held Trinity scoreless until going to swing at strikes, we’re going to the bottom of sixth when Fierro scored have trouble creating offense.”

Hoffman also didn’t hesitate to stress on a two-out RBI double by Nelson.

Fenwick (8-14, 4-9 GCAC Red) squashed improved defense as a key to Trinity’s forany hopes of a Blazers comeback with tunes going forward.

“Definitely the key for us is better dethree RBI hits of its own in the top of the seventh. With two outs, Kayley Sher- fense,” Hoffman said. “In general, we’ve wood (3-for-4) recorded an RBI single, fol- made too many errors. When we play sollowed by back-to-back RBI doubles by Ci- id defense, we’re in every game.”

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Fenwick junior Alyssa Stramaglia hit a three-run homer in the Friars’ 6-2 win over rival Trinity on May 5.

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

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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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

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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.

DOROTHY A. BROWN, Clerk.

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

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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: 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.

Published in Wednesday Journal 5/2, 5/9, 5/16/2018

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

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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PUBLIC NOTICE On Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 8:30 a.m., Oak Park Elementary School District 97 will be conducting a â&#x20AC;&#x153;timely and meaningful consultationâ&#x20AC;? meeting to discuss 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 2018-2019 school year. The meeting will be held at the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administration office located at 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL. If you are a parent/guardian of a home-schooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability, and you reside within the boundaries of Oak Park Elementary School District 97, you are urged to attend. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting, please contact District 97â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department of Special Education at 708-524-3030.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 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.

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.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3084320 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

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

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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 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.

I3078042

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 assessments and the legal fees required

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C)

OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 17-5385.

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.

I3081107

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 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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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.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 W17-0106.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3084321 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

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

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,

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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 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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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

described real estate: Commonly known as 1735 NORTH 37TH AVENUE, STONE PARK, IL 60165 Property Index No. 15-04-112-0520000.

The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached 1.5 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 identifi-

cation 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 256602.

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. 256602 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 16 CH 07277 TJSC#: 38-2050 I3083100

estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 17-0694.

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. 17-0694 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 17 CH 9599 TJSC#: 38-3459 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 JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.PHILLIP JANETEAS A/K/A PHILIP JANETEAS, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN 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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.JULIE FOX, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR WILLIAM WYSONG, MARJORIE L TIMMERMAN, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF WILLIAM WYSONG, IF ANY, RAYMOND WYSONG, BRUCE WYSONG, JOHN WYSONG Defendants 16 CH 07277 1735 NORTH 37TH AVENUE STONE PARK, IL 60165 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 6, 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION LENDINGHOME MARKETPLACE, LLC Plaintiff, -v.CJGUN CORP., MITCH GUNDOGDU A/K/A MUCAHIT GUNDOGDU, ST. CHARLES ROAD HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 9599 335 32ND AVENUE Bellwood, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 5, 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 335 32ND AVENUE, Bellwood, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-09-211-0140000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $116,319.07.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs.

SANDRA L. ALVARADO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 13662 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, June 7, 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. 15-29-105-044-0000.

Commonly known as 11006 Windsor Drive, Westchester, Illinois 60154.

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

For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890.

(630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F15080009 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3085371

(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 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 14-17-09201.

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. 14-17-09201 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 008921 TJSC#: 38-2430 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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MAYWOOD Defendants 17 CH 13199 1915 S 6TH 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 March 14, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 15, 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 1915 S 6TH AVE., MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-14-311-0070000 fka 15-14-311-007.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $164,558.38.

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 621025070.

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. 621025070 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 17 CH 13199 TJSC#: 38-2546 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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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 2120-358.

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. 2120-358 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 12 CH 20469 TJSC#: 38-3175 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 above cause on October 2, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 31, 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 815 N. 7TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-02-324-0020000; 15-02-324-003-0000.

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 14-15-16236.

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

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-16236 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 015412 TJSC#: 38-3538 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 DITECH FINANCIAL LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.CHRISTOPHER TRENHAILE, LINDA TRENHAILE, LEYDEN CREDIT UNION, CITY OF NORTHLAKE, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC Defendants 17 CH 008921 257 HAYES DR 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 March 8, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 11, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 257 HAYES DR, NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-29-306-0150000.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JESSIE M. GRAHAM, VILLAGE OF

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.MARIA VEGA, DISCOVER BANK, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., FORD MOTOR CREDIT COMPANY LLC, CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA) N.A., ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC, SPRINGLEAF FINANCIAL SERVICES OF ILLINOIS FKA AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC. Defendants 12 CH 20469 208 S. 20TH 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 December 14, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 11, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 208 S. 20TH AVE., MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-10-304-0170000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $207,190.59.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JUAN G. MUNOZ, GUADALUPE RODRIGUEZ, DALIA RODRIGUEZ, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA– DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 15 CH 015412 815 N. 7TH AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.TINA COTTONE-MCBRIDE, KATHLEEN A. GERVASE, JOSEPH T. COTTONE, JOHN A. COTTONE, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GRACE COTTONE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR GRACE COTTONE (DECEASED) Defendants 17 CH 13345 305 DEWEY AVE NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 13, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 19, 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 305 DEWEY AVE, NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-32-208-0190000.

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.

The Landmark, May 9, 2018

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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 14-17-10486.

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. 14-17-10486 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 13345 TJSC#: 38-1553 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 be1 used for that purpose.

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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 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 14-17-15921.

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. 14-17-15921 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 15160 TJSC#: 38-1560 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/ B/A MR. COOPER Plaintiff, -v.CARMELLA FULMER Defendants 2017 CH 15160 520 NORTH LAVERGNE AVENUE 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 February 14, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 21, 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 520 NORTH LAVERGNE AVENUE, NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-31-208-012-

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/ B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, vs.

JULIA OWENS; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; JULIA OWENS, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED THE 8TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2003 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 400; UNKNOWN SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED THE 8TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2003 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 400 Defendants, 17 CH 10948 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, June 14, 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. 15-10-312-014-0000.

Commonly known as 400 SOUTH 20TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153.

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

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-024591 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3086042 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR THE LXS 2005-05N TRUST FUND Plaintiff, -v.GUILLERMO SALGADO, VIRGINIA SALGADO, FIA CARD SERVICES NA, HSBC BANK NEVADA NA Defendants 12 CH 16708 9931 MONTANA AVENUE 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 January 26, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 5, 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 9931

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MONTANA AVENUE, Franklin Park, IL 60131 Property Index No. 12-28-418-005.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $528,951.28.

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

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121

WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 15-076316.

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

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 15-076316 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 12 CH 16708 TJSC#: 38-3765 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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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 930 MARIK DRIVE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-16-109-0980000.

The real estate is improved with a single family home, no garage.

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

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

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

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 10431.

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

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 10431 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 15 CH 4983 TJSC#: 38-3753 I3086315

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO HOME EQUITY ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES 2005-3 TRUST, HOME EQUITY ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-3 Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, JORIE WRIGHT, LOYCE WRIGHT, JR, ROBIN S. WRIGHT, WILLIAM BUTCHER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, BERNADETTE WRIGHT A/K/A BERNADETTE A. WRIGHT, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BERNADETTE WRIGHT A/K/A BERNADETTE A. WRIGHT, IF ANY Defendants 15 CH 4983 930 MARIK DRIVE 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 August 29, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 8, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act., which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discrimination.

The Illinois Human Rights Act prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental or advertising of real estate based on factors in addition to those protected under federal law.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informedthat all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

Restrictions or prohibitions of pets do not apply to service animals.

To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll free at: 1-800-669-9777.

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The Landmark, May 9, 2018

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54 Northgate Rd, Riverside $450,000 W NE

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70 Pine Ave 1C, Riverside $140,000 W NE

430 Home Ave 302S, Oak Park $175,000

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755 Selborne Rd., Riverside $340,000

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10 E Burlington St 3F, Riverside $399,000

100 Fairbank Rd., Riverside $714,900

145 Woodside Rd, Riverside $499,900

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613 Harvard St, Oak Park $390,000

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125 Bloomingbank Road, Riverside $975,000

296 Blackhawk Road, Riverside $495,000

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FEATURED HOME OF THE WEEK!

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525 Berkeley Rd, Riverside Don’t miss this modern gem in historic Riverside. Redesigned and renovated in 2010, this one-of-a kind home has an airy, light-filled open floor plan perfect for today’s living. As you step into the home, the inviting entry foyer provides a view of the entire first floor. Centered by the gourmet kitchen and breakfast bar, the first floor also features formal living room and dining room spaces. A few steps off the foyer, you will find the first floor family room...a great place to relax, read, or watch a movie. A floating staircase leads to the second floor. The amazing master suite features a sitting area and a luxurious master bath. You will also find a 2nd bedroom and an updated full bath. There is an office area/gallery space in the second-floor hallway, brightened by a skylight. The finished basement has a recreation room and 3rd bedroom.

Beautifully landscaped, fenced yard and covered deck are perfect for entertaining.

Two-car garage and storage shed. This home is a must see! ...........................$500,000

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