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BRUSHING UP

Majority of trustees favor program, which could include multiple locations

By BOB UPHUES Editor

It may be up to a year before they make their appearance in Riverside, but red-light cameras appear to be on the way, with a majority of village trustees indicating support for rolling out the program during discussion of the subject on Aug. 2.

Next month, trustees will decide whether to accept a recommendation from Police Chief Thomas Weitzel on a preferred vendor or to issue a request for proposals from red-light camera firms, a decision which could slow down the implementation of a program unless the village hires a consultant to put together the RFP. Village Manager Jessica Frances said her staff was “overwhelmed” by other projects and that if the board wanted staff to put the RFP together, it wouldn’t come back to the board for approval “for a few months.”

However, Trustee Doug Pollock indicated a competitive process was essential for his support, and Village President Ben Sells also favored the RFP approach.

“This may be the most significant thing we do as a board,” Pollock said. “It’s just common public policy to do competitive bidding.”

Other trustees, including Michael Sedivy, Wendell Jisa, See RED-LIGHT CAMERAS on page 10

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Sophia Ortega (left) and Jasari Ortega, both of Brookfield, paint piggy banks on Aug. 4 during the 102nd annual picnic at the Caledonia Senior Living and Memory Care in North Riverside. For more photos, visit online at www.RBLandmark.com.

Trustee hopefuls test the waters for 2019 Slate forming in Brookfield to challenge PEP Party next spring

By JACKIE GLOSNIAK Contributing Reporter

Though the spring 2019 village elections are still distant three people

have begun meeting with members of the community to spark interest and support for what appears to be a slate of three candidates for village trustee.

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The summer Riverside was Hollywood Back in 1992, ‘Darkness’ descended on the village

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By CHRIS ULRICH

I

Special to the Landmark

t was the summer of 1992 when Riverside was transformed into a small Wisconsin town.

There wasn’t much excitement growing up in Riverside in the early ’90s, but that all changed for one summer as Riverside was the filming location of the 1993 made-for-TV thriller “In the Company of Darkness.”

Thinking back on that summer is quite the treat. I was just 12 years old, so experiencing your hometown turned Hollywood for a summer was incredibly exciting at such an age.

Riverside residents had to rely on the local newspaper and word of mouth for rumors and celebrity sightings. The producer, Don Johnson was seen around town with his ’90s wife, Melanie Griffith.

The up-and-coming star and future Academy Award-winning actress, Helen Hunt, was spotted at various local restaurants. Steven Weber, star of the TV show “Wings,” who played the role of a child killer, frequented the homes of local residents as they began filming.

Even “Rudy” Ruettiger, who was getting ready for his biographical movie to be reCHRIS ULRICH leased, played the local police dispatcher I’ll never forget when I hid in the bushes with my friends as actor Jeff Fahey ran past while shooting a night scene. He frantically ran to the corner gas station at Burlington and Delaplaine Road, known as Howie’s to local residents.

They filmed several dramatic takes at the old corner phone booth, the same place that my friends and I would frequently ride our bikes for a vending machine soda and quick prank call.

Of course, you won’t find any movie props there today. The gas station was later converted into a low-rise condo project. This childhood gathering place may be gone, but it will live on forever through the playback of my worn-out VHS tape.

“All I see when I watch the film are friends and neighbors.”

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JUMPING INTO THE MOVIES: A 12-year-old Chris Ulrich leaps from the high dive at the Riverside Swim Club during the opening credits of “In the Company of Darkness,” the made-for-TV movie that used Riverside as its backdrop in 1992.

I was lucky enough to be asked to act in this film. OK, so I was an extra. Yes, that was me in the opening credits. I was the chubby kid jumping off the diving board.

And no, the splash was not computer generated; that was all me from years of endless practice at the Riverside Swim Club.

Many of my friends joined me in these small, yet important roles. Whether it was the Little League softball team celebrating, the paperboy making his deliveries or even playing the killer’s victims, I guess my friends and I were “lucky” to be the same age as the killer’s prey. Thus, giving us the opportunity to be a part of the movie magic.

I had never even been to California at the time, but for just a moment our town got to experience the Hollywood life. For one amazing summer the chatter around town was all related to the movie.

Rumors would fly about where they would be filming next as film trailers lined the streets and parking lots. There was no Twitter or social media, so my friends and I would find the next shooting location by riding our bikes at night, gazing over the

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When it was all said and done, we had more than a movie to look forward to.

We had an experience that this village had never seen before. So many residents contributed to the production in so many ways that the anticipation for the final product was overwhelming.

How was the movie? I couldn’t tell you.

Probably as good as any made-for-TV movie can be.

All I see when I watch the film are friends and neighbors. I see the streets I would ride my bike down regularly, the parks I would play ball in and houses that I used to sell candy bars to when raising money for the Little League.

I think of the summer of 1992 as I watch the film, and I’m flooded with the memories of being 12 years old. It’s a reminder of what it was like to be naïve, innocent, young and dumb.

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‘Church’ sign at art gallery raises eyebrows 8 Corners business owner cries foul on Compassion Factory

By BOB UPHUES Editor

At least one business owner in Brookfield’s Eight Corners’ business district is protesting the appearance last week of a sign in a window at 9210 Broadway Ave. referring to the building as “Compassion United Methodist Church.”

Laura Atwood, owner of Laura Atwood Studio Beads and Trading Co. at 9142 Broadway Ave., complained to elected officials as well as the director of the village’s building department last week about the sign, which she called “underhanded.”

Trustee Michael Garvey, one of the elected officials receiving Atwood’s complaint told the Landmark that her concerns had been forwarded to the village’s attorney.

“We’ve got [attorney] Rich Ramello looking into what they can and can’t have in terms of signage,” said Garvey. “I know she’s not happy, but we’re going to wait and see what they can and can’t put up on the property regarding signs.”

The building at 9210 Broadway Ave. is also home to Compassion Factory Art Gallery, and a sign announcing that use is on another window on the front of the building. The building continues to function as an art gallery/studio/education business. A new art exhibit, in fact, will debut in the space later this week and upcoming shows are planned out for months.

There are double entrance doors to the building, on the west side. One door identifies the building as the art gallery, listing its hours, which are Thursdays from 4 to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and first Fridays of the month from 7 to 10 p.m.

The other entrance door identifies the space as a church, listing the two-hour worship time each Sunday.

In addition to the stated gal“It doesn’t worry me at all,” said LeClere, who remarked that lery hours, Compassion Factory Sokol’s renovation had improved Art Gallery hosts art classes for the building greatly. “The buildchildren, teens and adults, weeking is beautiful.” ly workshops in the rear studio Atwood said some business space and, on Thursdays during owners are afraid of taking a pubthe summer, family nights in the lic stand, fearing they’ll lose busioutdoor patio/lawn area west of ness. Atwood also complained the building. that the village has to focus on However, the property’s owner business development and not reis the Northern Illinois Conferligious uses at Eight Corners in ence of the United Methodist order for people like her to recoup Church, and earlier this year the their investments and thrive.

Brookfield Village Board voted Since renovating her storefront to allow the formerly itinerant and opening the business, Atwood Compassion United Methodist says her property’s taxes have triChurch to use the art gallery pled. space for religious assembly each “It’s about getting commerce Sunday. in the [Eight Corners] area bourAnd Compassion United MethBOB UPHUES/Editor geoning,” Atwood said. “We’re odist Church’s pastor, the Rev. A CHURCH? A new window sign identifying the building at 9210 being held hostage down there.”

Karl Sokol, said that for two The village board’s vote to alhours each Sunday, 9210 Broad- Broadway Ave. in Brookfield as a “church” has one Eight Corners business owner angry and has village officials checking to see if low religious assembly ran counway Ave. was a church. ter to the recommendation of the “From 10 to 12 [on Sundays] it’s it complies with the municipal code. The village board OK’d two village’s Planning and Zoning full-on church, with churchy mu- hours of religious assembly each week there earlier this year.

Commission, which voted 3-2 to sic and churchy free speech, and prohibit religious assembly. the rest of the time it’s an art galNot everyone on Broadway Avenue sees a In casting his “no” vote back in March, lery,” Sokol said in an interview last week.

Planning and Zoning Commissioner PatSome Eight Corners property owners, like problem with the new window sign.

Keith Brennan, owner of For the Birds, rick Benjamin said, “Once a religious use Atwood, suggested that the action would set a precedent that would lead to a permanent across the street from the gallery at 9207 is established, it’s very difficult to control it church in a district the village’s new com- Broadway Ave., said he’s OK with the within their mission.”

Commission Chairman Charles Grund, prehensive plan identifies as a pedestrian- church sign.

“It doesn’t bother me one bit,” Brennan who was absent for that vote but who had oriented commercial hub.

Atwood also said that if the art gallery said. “I’m not here on Sundays, and my cus- earlier expressed doubt about allowing religious assembly at the art gallery, said he goes out of business in the future, the Meth- tomers haven’t commented on it, either.”

Betty LeClere, the longtime owner of had no opinion on the new “church” sign at odist Church will own a vacant, open-plan property with a special use permit that al- Betty’s Flowers and Gifts at 9138 Broadway 9210 Broadway Ave. Ave., said on Monday that she’d hadn’t no“It’s a village board issue as far as I’m lows religious assembly.

“It’s a bait and switch,” Atwood said. ticed the sign until informed by a reporter. concerned,’ Grund said. “As [the planning “When that gallery folds, the regional church However, she wasn’t concerned about it, commission is] an advisory committee, [the either. village board] has the final say.” takes it over. The writing’s on the wall.”

Brookfield Library puts its ‘Taste’ on hiatus Officials concentrating on fundraising for new building

By BOB UPHUES Editor

The Taste of Brookfield @ Your Library, a fundraiser which has been a staple of early autumn for the past 11 years, will take a break in 2018 as library officials shift their focus to their expansion efforts.

The Friends of the Brookfield Public Library have hosted the event in partnership with library officials since 2006, and it has served as a major fundraiser for the Friends, who support the library’s mission. The night not only featured food and drink from local restaurants and bars, but it also included a

silent auction, raffles and music.

The event typically brought in between $10,000 and $12,000, said Library Director Kimberly Coughran, for the Friends of the Library.

But, with officials concentrating on plans to build a new facility, they are focusing on how they are going to raise what could be substantial sums of money to support that effort.

“Library stakeholders are focusing all energies on the facility project and on the accompanying fundraising that will be necessary to make the project a reality,” said Coughran in a press release.

Late last year, the Foundation for the Brook-

field Library, a 501c3 nonprofit, was created with the support of the Friends and the library board. Library officials already have been reaching out to potential benefactors in private.

Library board President Linda Kampschroeder told the Landmark last month that their efforts to reach donors “has been better than we had hoped.”

“The library and the Foundation for the Brookfield Library are busy working on this philanthropic effort behind the scenes and will soon be in touch with all residents of Brookfield.”

A new library building that would provide

about 20,000-square-feet of space will cost between $9.5 and $10 million, based on options provided by the library board’s architectural firm and discussed by board members in July.

The library board has saved about $5.2 million in a special reserve fund and hopes to raise another $1.5 to $2 million through its newly created foundation. The rest of the cost would be paid for through a long-term loan the library hopes to secure through a bank.

In 2016, the library put a referendum on the ballot asking residents to support issuing $10 million in construction bonds, but the referendum failed, causing the board to rethink its approach.

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HopStop moves to Quincy Street for 2018 Aug. 25 event celebrates Olmsted Society, Arts Center anniversaries

By BOB UPHUES Editor

After three years at the downtown train station, organizers of the annual HopStop craft beer festival in Riverside are moving the event to East Quincy Street in downtown Riverside on Aug. 25 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Not only will the change allow HopStop to accommodate more people, the change was also made to celebrate a couple of significant anniversaries. The Frederick Law Olmsted Society, which has been the main sponsor of the event since its beginning in 2015, is celebrating its 50th birthday this year.

And this year the Olmsted Society has partnered with the Riverside Arts Center, 32 E. Quincy St., which is celebrating its 25th anniversary.

A portion of East Quincy Street near the Riverside Arts Center will be blocked off for the event. Around 20 local craft beer and cider brewers and one distillery – Riverside’s own Quincy Street Distillery -- will have tents along the street and also inside the Arts Center, whose galleries and sculpture garden will be open to the public during the event.

“Part of our goal is to bring people from the community into the [the Arts Center] and

give them an opportunity to realize what a resource they are,” said Rob Dixon, the Olmsted Society board member who is one of the lead organizers of the event.

The Riverside Arts Center is conducting an art auction during HopStop, with online bidding starting on Aug. 13. The auction preview party, which is free and open to the public, will be held Aug. 18 from 7 to 9 p.m., with the gallery open for auction viewing Aug. 21-25 from 1 to 5 p.m.

“I’m always amazed by the quality of the work,” Dixon said. “People hopefully will realize that and bring home a little art as well.”

In addition to the art auction, the Riverside Arts Center is also offering modern art classes for kids right after HopStop. The classes are for kids age 5 and up and will run from 5 to 7:30 p.m. There is an additional fee for classes.

See www.riversideartscenter.com for more info about the art auction and registration for kids’ classes.

Organizers of this year’s HopStop have also beefed up the live music offerings, with four bands playing throughout the festival, ranging from the jazz of Riverside-Brookfield High School student quintet The Saltimbanques to the “spaghetti western” rock of

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The Sundown Club to the punk-infused folk of The Dirty Green to the country harmony duo The Mountainaires.

“I think there’s a little more interesting and wider variety of music,” said Dixon. “It’s a chance to sample a lot of great beer and listen to some great music. It’ll be a feast for the senses.”

Food will be provided by La Barra Ristorante and Flur Bakery, and organizers are again hoping HopStop can be a zero-waste event.

“It’s important that a fairly large community event can be pulled off with 10 pounds of landfill waste of less,” said Dixon. “We work with vendors so they can obtain compostable serving ware and food items that work well with that.”

Last year, according to organizers, HopStop was able to divert almost 96 percent of its waste away from landfills. About 68 percent of waste was able to be recycled, with another 28 percent composted. Just 5 pounds of waste from last year’s HopStop ended up in the landfill.

Tickets are on sale now, and presales are generally brisk. Tickets are $35 each (plus a $2.22 service fee) are available online through Aug. 18. After that, tickets are $40 (plus a $2.39 service fee).

FILL’ER UP: Al Casiello of Western Springs pours a sample from Lyons-based BuckleDown Brewery at the third annual HopStop craft beer festival at the Riverside train station in 2017.

You can also buy a special poster ticket ($45 plus $2.57 service fee) that includes admission plus a HopStop 2018 event poster commemorating the Olmsted Society and Arts Center anniversaries signed by artist Jennifer Taylor.

More information and a link to the ticket sales can be found at www.riversidehopstop. com.

Proceeds from HopStop will benefit both the Olmsted Society and the Riverside Arts Center.

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BIG WEEK

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August 8-15 It’s on!

It may not exactly be a duel to the death, but you won’t want to miss the final entry in Brookfield’s Summer Concert Series on Friday, Aug. 10 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. featuring Midwest Dueling Pianos.

This fully interactive show, driven by piano and vocals is a hit with families. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and head on over to the band shell at Kiwanis Park, next door to the Brookfield Village Hall at 8820 Brookfield Ave. Food and drink available for purchase.

Author event

Join the Brookfield Public Library’s Romance Readers’ Salon for a discussion of the “Black Knights Inc.,” a romantic suspense series with author Julie Ann Walker on Tuesday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m.

Copies of her books are available for checkout at the library’s “holds” shelf. For more information, contact the library at 708485-6917.

JULIE ANN WALKER

And more The Frederick Law Olmsted Society hosts its next landscape workday on Aug. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon in Scottswood Commons. Volunteers will be weeding and mulching. Bring a pair of work gloves and a water bottle. Snacks and other supplies are provided. Stay as long as you like. Look for the public works dump truck.

Hitzeman Funeral Home, 9445 31st St. in Brookfield, will host the next of its monthly grief support gatherings on Aug. 14 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The theme of the gathering will be “Remembering the One Who Died,” including managing difficult emotions after the loss of a loved one. Seats are limited. RSVP by Aug. 10 to info@hitzemanfuneral. com or call 708-485-2000.

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The Ri Riverside id Ch Chamber b off CCommerce andd Ri Riverside id GGarage will host its final Cruise Night of the summer on Thursday, Aug. 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. on East Burlington Street, between Longcommon Road and the Green Parking Lot, in downtown Riverside.

Admission is free for spectators and 14 trophies will be handed out to participants.

presents “Mark Twain and Mr. Clemens” at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 12 at the Theater of Western Springs, 4384 Hampton Ave. Sutton relates stories from a bygone era and the results are the hilarity of Twain and the period music of Samuel L. Clemens.

Tickets for the fundraiser are $30 ($25 for subscribers). Call the box office at 708-246-3380 or buy tickets online at www.theatreofwesternsprings.com.

The Riverside’s Farmers Market continues every Wednesday from 2:30 to 7 p.m. through Oct. 10, in Centennial Park, 10 Pine Ave. Weekly scavenger hunt for kids, live music and more.

The Brookfield Farmers Market is held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 13 in the parking lot of the village hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave. Weekly special events and live music.

Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd., hosts Experimentos Y Espanol on Aug. 10 at 4 p.m.

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Participate in science experiments – all in Spanish. Register to attend at 708-485-6917 or online at www.brookfieldlibrary.info. Also next week, join the Brookfield Public Library’s Romance Readers’ Salon for a discussion of the “Black Knights Inc.,” a romantic suspense series with author Julie Ann Walker on Tuesday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. Copies of her books are available for checkout.

North Riverside Public Library, 2400 Desplaines Ave., hosts a Senior Drop-in on Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Meeting Room.

Play cards and socialize every Friday. Adults can enjoy the program “Vagabonding Around the World” on Aug. 15 at 6:30 p.m., featuring world traveler Brian Michalski. To sign up call 708-4470869. For kids, there’s Stories and Play (through age 5) on Aug. 9 at 10:30 a.m.; Saturday Stories & Snacks (through age 5) on Aug. 11 at 10:30

a.m.; Bilingual Storytime (ages 2+) on Aug. 15 at 10:30 a.m.; and AniManga Club, (teens/ tweens) on Aug. 11 from 1 to 3 p.m.

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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Brookfield Zoo offers 3D theater experience

“Floating on Fields,” by Chai Wolfman

New art exhibit in Brookfield

Compassion Factory Art Gallery, 9210 Broadway Ave. in Brookfield, presents a new exhibition, “Paper and Stitch,” featuring the work of artists Chai Wolfman and Don Widmer from Aug. 9 through Sept. 8.

A free opening reception will be held on Friday, Aug. 17 from 7 to 10 p.m. Gallery hours are Thursdays from 4 to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and first Fridays from 7 to 10 p.m.

CSS Art Exhibition

Blood drive

The Riverside Masonic Lodge No. 862, 40 Forest Ave., will host a Blood Donor Day on Saturday, Aug. 11 at the lodge hall from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Appointments are recommended and can be made by calling LifeSource Blood Services at 847803-7943. Walk-ins are welcome. Donors should bring identification showing your name and date of birth and one of the following items, Social Security ID, driver’s license, state ID or passport.

Meet the CSS Academy production group artists, view theirr work and celebrate theirir accomplishments at their eir art exhibit at the Brookfifield Public Library, 3609 Grand and Blvd., on Aug. 10 from 6 to 8 p.m.

This after-hours event nt is closed to the public without hout RSVP to Cassandra Krcmar mar at 708-354-4547, ext.

191 or email to CColucy@ y@ CSSservices.org.

Showtime

North Riverside Parks and Rec invites families to a Movie in the Park on Thursday, Aug. 9 at 8:15 p.m. at Commons Park, behind the Village Commons at 2401 Desplaines Ave. The free event features a screening of the 2017 musical film “The Greatest Showman,” starring Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron and Michelle Williams.

Concessions available for a nominal fee. Bring a blanket, chair and your family for the last of the village’s outdoor sounds of summer.

Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Road, this summer launched a new experience for its visitors that will get you up close with animals and get you out of the heat (or cold) at the same time.

The zoo’s new 3D Theater is located in the Discovery Center, located just east of the North Gate entrance, and offers a pair of educational 3D films that “offer an enhanced sensory experience,” according to a press release.

The films are shown beginning at 10 a.m. daily, with the two 20-minute films alternating every half hour.

Both were created by BBC Earth and were intended to give the audience “an incredible immersive experience right from their seats before heading out to enjoy seeing the animals.”

The first film, shown every hour on the

hour is “Wild Africa,” which explores the African continent and features some its most iconic animals, showing how their lives are affected by the presence – or lack – of water.

The other film, shown every hour on the half hour is “Walk with Dinosaurs: Prehistoric Planet 3D,” showing how paleontologists imagine a year in the lives of a herd of plant-eating dinosaurs using computergenerated imagery.

Entry into the 3D Theater is $8 for adults and $6 for children between the ages of 3-11, for each film. You can buy tickets at any of the zoo’s ticket booths or at the Discovery Center.

The 3D Theater will be at Brookfield Zoo at least through May 2019.

More information can be found at www.

CZS.org/3D. — Bob Uphues

Triton gets $260K to beef up support programs This upcoming school year, around two dozen people will work part-time offering tutoring and mentoring services at Triton College thanks to a $260,000 state grant, Triton officials announced in a statement released last week.

The part-time workers will all be members of AmeriCorps, a “network of national service programs, made up of three primary programs that each take a different approach to improving lives and fostering civic engagement,” according to the organization’s website.

Members of AmeriCorps dedicate a certain amount of service hours to addressing “critical community needs like increasing academic achievement, mentoring youth, fighting poverty, sustaining national parks, preparing for disasters, and more.”

In Triton’s case, 24 part-time AmeriCorps members will complete more than 900 service hours throughout the school year, school officials said.

The AmeriCorps members will work in a range of student service and mentoring programs, including a program called TRIUMPH (Triton Undergraduate Men Pursuing Higher Education), which is designed to support male students of color who attend the community college.

The members will also help out with tutoring and mentoring programs formed from collaborations between Triton and various community organizations like the Oak Park Public Library and West 40.

The state grant is administered by the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and

Community Service and consists of federal and local matching funds, according to a statement released by Triton last week.

In addition to a stipend, the AmeriCorps members will receive additional financial assistance for education-related expenses, such as help paying tuition and student loans, once they complete their service hours, Triton official said.

“This is an exciting opportunity for Triton College to expand on strategic plan items that we have not otherwise had the resources or the manpower to expand,” Deborah Baness King, Triton’s dean of academic success, explained in the statement.

“The Triton College AmeriCorps State Program will provide the human capital necessary to implement a comprehensive structure of support for our students that increases individualized services and connects students with a mentor/coach,” King added.

According to Triton officials, Serve Illinois allocated more than $35 million in federal grant money to pay for 46 AmeriCorps service programs across the state. Triton is just one of four community colleges to receive funding.

“This is the largest AmeriCorps investment Illinois has ever seen in the history of the program,” Serve Illinois Executive Director Scott McFarland explained in Triton’s statement.

“Last year, AmeriCorps Illinois served nearly 400,000 Illinoisans, including more than 209,000 disadvantaged youth and nearly 40,000 veterans, active military and military family members,” he said.

— Michael Romain

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this wonderful opportunity in Lithuania to really connect with my roots,” he said.

In Lithuania, Lietuvninkas studied under his teacher and now-colleague Laurynas Lape, a trumpet player for the LNOS. In addition, he played with Saulius Petreikis, a multi-instrumentalist who originally was a classically trained trumpet player After the audition was announced, Lietuvninkas said he had nine weeks to practice the material, which included two movements of a trumpet concerto and selected orchestral excerpts. In order to prepare, he practiced and performed in front of a large audience in

Many kids are met with the decision of picking an instrument to play in the school band when they are young. For Dovas Lietuvninkas, when his time came to choose an instrument at Riverside’s Ames Elementary School, he was drawn to the trumpet.

“I was immediately interested in the trumpet,” Lietuvninkas said. “Having come from a singing family, I think the singing quality of the instrument really spoke to me.”

This summer, Lietuvninkas was appointed as the next principal trumpet of the Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra (LNOS).

Following a year as an exchange student at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre through the Fulbright Program, Lietuvninkas decided to take the next step in his musical career and pursue it professionally.

“For most of the year, thinking about a job in the LNSO was mostly a daydream since audiPROVIDED tions for symphony orDovas Lietuvninkas chestras are few and far between and especially since I was only planning to be [in Lithuania] for a year,” the now order to overcome nerves.

“Taking auditions can be very high-presfull-time resident of Lithuania said. “Once I heard that they had announced an audition sure and stressful situations, so I tried to in the spring, I started to seriously consider make the situation as normal and comfortable as possible, and it really helped once it it.”

Music had always been prominent in the came time to play for the conductors and the Lietuvninkas family, and Dovas started to committee,” Lietuvninkas said.

Lietuvninkas has signed a one-year conpractice violin and piano before playing the trumpet. He was involved as a singer and mu- tract with the LNOS, which performs from sician at Riverside-Brookfield High School September to June with concerts every Saturday. In addition to musical duties, the princiand he also plays the guitar and accordion.

“Singing and playing with different groups pal trumpet is a position of leadership for the of people really showed me how valuable trumpet section, acting as a liaison between music is in our lives and culture, and I knew the conductor and trumpet players and proearly on that I wanted to share my love and viding feedback to other section members.

At 24, Lietuvninkas –is one of the younger passion for music with as many people as possible,” said Lietuvninkas, who graduated members of the orchestra, whose players are typically in their 40s and 50s. But he says the from RBHS in 2012. real challenge isn’t overcoming the lack of Moving through the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York, Lietuvninkas professional experience, but rather overcomapplied to the Fulbright program hoping to ing the challenge to improve his craft.

“There’s always work to be done as a mutravel to Lithuania, where his grandparents sician, always some aspect of playing that had immigrated from.

Lietuvninkas grew up speaking Lithu- could be worked on or polished, always some anian, attended Lithuanian school on Satur- new challenge ahead,” Lietuvninkas said. “If days, has participated in various Lithuanian I’m still able to play and teach at the highest level, [if] I can and continue to make good muorganizations in Chicago.

“My Lithuanian heritage means a great sic, good progress, and good students at the deal to me and I am very happy that I have end of my career, I’ll consider that a success.”

The Landmark, August 8, 2018

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Riverside joins towns suing opioid makers, prescribers Former local pain clinic docs named in lawsuit

By BOB UPHUES Editor

The village of Riverside is joining a growing number of communities in Illinois in a series of lawsuits against manufacturers and distributors of prescription opioids and a former Riverside “pill mill” that dispensed hundreds of thousands of doses of the medications before it was forced to close in early 2017.

On Aug. 2, village trustees voted 6-0 as part of their omnibus agenda to retain the services of Edelson PC and join a class-action lawsuit seeking to recoup damages from the defendant companies and doctors for their roles in creating a nationwide opioid epidemic and the costs associated with combating it.

“Like a lot of other communities, we feel it’s important to hold the people responsible for the opioid crisis accountable,” said Village President Ben Sells in an interview after the vote. “It affects everyone. Our village as well.”

In May, Edelson filed its first suit in Cook County Circuit Court, naming 11 municipalities, including Berwyn and River Forest, as plaintiffs. They followed up in July with a second, nearly identical lawsuit representing

13 more municipalities, including North Riverside, and one fire protection district.

Ari Scharg, a partner at Edelson PC, told the Landmark that Riverside will be a plaintiff, along with 10 or 12 more municipalities, in a third lawsuit that will be filed in Cook County Circuit Court within the next couple of weeks.

Edelson has chosen to file the cases in state court rather than consolidate their cases with a number being consolidated as part of a multidistrict litigation being handled in U.S. District Court in Ohio.

By specifying Riverside Pain Management, which operated in Riverside from 2013 to 2017 and whose doctors have had their medical licenses stripped from them by the state, Edelson’s lawyers believe the cases will remain in state court.

On Aug. 2 the defendants in the Cook County cases removed the lawsuits to federal court, but Scharg said that because of the local nature of the suit, naming individual doctors and municipal code violations, he fully expects the cases to be remanded back to Cook County.

“It’s a delay tactic, which is what we expect,” Scharg said. “We’re going to file a motion to remand as soon as possible.”

P O L I C E

The physician identified in the lawsuit are Dr. Joseph Giacchino, Dr. Paul Madison and Dr. William McMahon, who worked out of a nondescript office at 28 E. Burlington St. for four years before being forced to shut down by state regulators.

Giacchino had his medical license revoked in 2011 for improperly prescribing controlled substances and exchanging medications to female patients in exchange for sex.

But, Giacchino was still an important part of the operation, serving as Riverside Pain Management’s “administrator.”

Meanwhile, he hired Madison and McMahon to meet with patients and prescribe medications by the thousands. McMahon’s medical license was suspended by the state in October 2016 and a month later was made permanently inactive.

Madison, however, has been singled out in this lawsuit and in another lawsuit filed against drug company executives in Massachusetts as a particularly notorious prescriber of controlled substances, including fentanyl, a breakthrough pain drug developed for cancer patients that Madison allegedly prescribed routinely for those without cancer.

In addition, Madison is under a federal

criminal indictment for insurance fraud, a case which is slated to go to trial later this year.

The state suspended Madison’s medical license in November 2016, and it remains suspended today. In the Massachusetts case filed in U.S. District Court against executives of the firm Insys Therapeutics for, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, their parts in a “nationwide conspiracy to profit by using bribes and fraud to cause the illegal distribution of a Fentanyl spray intended for cancer patients experiencing breakthrough pain.”

Madison is an unindicted co-conspirator in that case. He allegedly was paid $87,000 to participate in sham speaking events in exchange for aggressively prescribing the fentanyl spray. Madison reportedly accounted for 60 percent of all Insys’ fentanyl spray prescriptions in Illinois.

In the 22 months prior to having his medical license stripped by the state, Madison allegedly prescribed about 1.6 million doses of controlled substances out of his office in Riverside.

“That was a factor,” Sells said of the Riverside pain clinic doctors’ inclusion in the lawsuit. “We felt it was important to take a stand given their involvement as defendants.”

R E P O R T S

Man warned for carrying gun in park Brookfield police responded to Ehlert Park on the village’s south end on Aug. 2 about 1:15 p.m. after a day camp counselor called 911 to report that a man near the splash pad was armed with a handgun.

Police made contact with the man, a resident of Lyons, walking in the park accompanied by three children between the ages of 6 and 13. When questioned, the man admitted carrying a firearm and showed police his firearm owner’s ID and concealed carry license.

The man said his shirt must have lifted up when he got up from a seated position, revealing the weapon, which was described as a Heckler & Koch .40-caliber handgun.

An officer warned the man that carrying a concealed weapon in a public park was illegal, and that he could have been charged with a Class B misdemeanor.

Police say they have referred the report to the Illinois State Police for review and documentation. Concealed carry licenses can be revoked for repeated violations of state laws regarding concealed handguns.

Vehicle break-ins ■ A resident of the 9300 block of Monroe Avenue, Brookfield, reported that, between July 26 and 28, someone entered her ve-

hicle, which was parked on the street, and removed a blue Vera Bradley wallet containing multiple credit cards and gift cards, along with about $40 in cash. There were no signs of forced entry to the vehicle, police said.

■ Brookfield police reported on Aug. 5 that, sometime between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., someone entered and ransacked her unlocked vehicle, which was parked in the 4100 block of Forest Avenue. Nothing of value was reported missing.

That same evening, police responded again to the 4100 block of Forest Avenue after a resident called to report that a vehicle parked on the street had been ransacked and that loose change had been stolen from it.

Garage break-ins ■ A resident of

the 2200 block of Burr Oak Avenue, North Riverside, called police on July 25 to report finding fresh pry marks on the side service door to her garage. The marks were made overnight on July 22-23, according to the police report.

While police were on the scene, a neighbor stopped by to report that around that time frame he discovered his overhead garage door open and his snow blower missing. The

victim said he believes he left his side service door unlocked.

■ North Riverside police responded to the 2200 block of Park Avenue on July 26 after a resident called to report his garage had been burglarized.

The man reported that he received an alarm notice about 5:25 a.m. on July 25 and went outside to find a police officer, who told him that while he was on patrol, he had noticed the garage’s overhead door was open.

At the time, the victim didn’t realize anything was missing. The following day, the victim noticed that a leaf blower, a shop vacuum and an electric snow broom had been stolen.

■ A resident of the 3100 block of Park Avenue, Brookfield, called police on Aug. 2 to report that someone had burglarized her detached garage sometime between 6:15 and 10 p.m.

Entry reportedly was gained through an unlocked side service door. Missing from the garage was a blue Schwinn bicycle and a green Ergo lawn mower with a bungee cord wrapped around it.

SUV strikes 8-year-old bicyclist Police said “inexperienced driving played

a major role” in an SUV striking an 8-yearold girl who was navigating a crosswalk at the intersection of Longcommon Road and Pine Avenue on Aug. 1 about 6:10 p.m.

According to police, the girl was in a marked crosswalk when she was struck by a Nissan Rogue driven by a 16-year-old Brookfield girl. The victim suffered minor injuries, according to police.

Vehicle window shattered A resident of the 4400 block of Blanchan Avenue, Brookfield, called police to report that the driver’s side window of his vehicle, which was parked in the driveway by the alley, had been completely shattered.

Originally, there was a 1-inch hole in the window, said the victim, until he opened the door, when the window shattered completely.

These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Riverside, North Riverside and Brookfield police departments, July 25 and Aug. 5, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded. Unless otherwise indicated, anybody named in these reports has only been charged with a crime.

These cases have not been adjudicated.

— Compiled by Bob Uphues

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The Landmark, August 8, 2018

REDLIGHT CAMERAS Two locations mulled from page 1 Joseph Ballerine and Elizabeth Peters said they were comfortable moving ahead with SafeSpeed LLC, the firm recommended by Weitzel after consulting other area police chiefs whose villages use that firm.

“I definitely want to move forward, and I wish we would have done this years ago,” Sedivy said.

Police Chief Thomas Weitzel enthusiastically supported implementation of a red-light program in Riverside, and recommended Safe Speed as the company to do it.

“To me, all traffic enforcement is about changing habits,” Weitzel said.

Red-light cameras have proliferated in Chicago and the suburbs in the past decade, with come municipalities reaping hundreds of thousands of dollars or more by issuing red-light violations ranging from drivers who blow straight through red lights or improperly turn left after a light has changed to people who roll through a right turn on a red light.

The vast majority of red-light violations are issued to people who roll through or who police determine have not stopped for a long enough period before turning right on a red light.

At all intersections the cameras monitor, right-turns on red account for 90 percent or more of violations issued. Without

TRUSTEE

Seeking change from page 1 Mark Rogers, Tom Galbraith and Josh Jones spoke to a crowd of around 20 Brookfielders interested in hearing more about who they are and what they hope to do to bring a change in Brookfield village government.

“Maybe you’re here because you’re a little sick and tired of what’s been happening and being told one thing and something else is happening, or you want something different to happen in Brookfield,” Rogers said.

The three men reportedly agreed to join forces on July 4, following several discussions and a shared interest in changing Brookfield’s political landscape, which has been dominated by the PEP Party since they regained complete control of the village board in 2005.

“We feel that there are just some fundamental changes that need to be done,” Rogers told the crowd, drawn by a flyer that circulated around town and online across social media. “Things need to improve, basically.”

red-light violations, the cameras would not be economically feasible for the redlight camera companies.

In addition to charging monthly fees for the cameras, for example, SafeSpeed gets $40 from each $100 red-light violation ticket issued by a municipality.

Because of that, red-light camera programs have come under fire from the general public as municipal money grabs that have little impact on overall safety.

The village of North Riverside, during their 2017-18 fiscal year, collected almost $1.4 million from red-light violations issued that year and another $1.3 million by collecting on delinquent red-light tickets through the Illinois Comptroller’s Local Debt Recovery Program.

North Riverside last month extended its contract with SafeSpeed LLC for another four years.

According to information included in the village board’s Aug. 2 meeting packet, Weitzel estimated that Riverside could expect an average of $24,000 per month per intersection in revenue from red-light violations.

SafeSpeed in a survey conducted in April has indicated that the village has two locations where red-light cameras would be feasible right now. The Illinois Department of Transportation has final say over whether the cameras can be placed at an intersection.

The locations include the northbound and eastbound approaches of the intersection at 31st Street and First Avenue as well as eastbound 26th Street at Harlem Avenue.

Listed as not feasible in the April survey

was the First Avenue and Forest/Ridgewood, which is heavily trafficked and immediately adjacent to Riverside-Brookfield High School.

One of the reasons given for the location not being feasible was the fact that the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Great Chicago is still in the midst a ma-

jor construction project.

However, the survey also notes “low cross traffic volume” on all four approaches. In the past SafeSpeed had identified the intersection as a feasible location, and Weitzel told trustees he still believes that will be the case once the MWRD work wraps up.

Rogers, 57, is not new to Brookfield politics.

A former member and president of the Lyons-Brookfield School District 103 school board, he first ran for village trustee in 2015 as part of a slate backed by former Brookfield President Bill Russ, but finished in fourth place.

After that unsuccessful bid, he announced plans to run for trustee as an independent in April 2017 election, but never ended up formally filing to do so.

Rogers told the crowd he got to know the 48-year-old Galbraith three years ago when he first ran for trustee, and has known Jones, 35, for several years as a past colleague at a bank in Chicago.

While new to the Brookfield political scene, Galbraith recently made his voice heard at village meetings regarding a village curb cut law that would have eliminated their driveways, angering several homeowners. Following the complaints of Galbraith and other residents, the village backed off.

As for Jones, in November of 2010 he announced he would be running for trustee as an independent, but was tossed off the ballot after his nominating petitions were challenged.

Rogers spent the most time speaking at the meeting, sharing sentiments on every-

thing from what he considered the shortcomings of the PEP Party.

Showing printouts from the PEP Party’s website and newspaper articles, citing PEP’s claims of success, Rogers’ main message was that PEP is “promising, but not delivering.”

Rogers posed questions to the audience, asking if during the PEP Party’s reign, if people had really seen drastic improvements with radical economic development in town, fulfilled a promise for a senior transportation program and or implemented a successful flood mitigation program.

“The PEP Party is no longer adhering to many points from its platform,” he said.

Rogers also posed questions asking residents to consider the outward appearance of Brookfield, asking attendees whether Brookfield was truly healthy financially and if elected officials cared about the appearance of business districts and longvacant storefronts.

“Dynamic leaders is what makes people say, ‘I want to come to this town, because they get it,’” Jones said about the lack of vibrant business in Brookfield. “I’m sick of all of us having to run in the black and [the village] doesn’t have to. … Give other people an opportunity, who know what it’s like to run a profitable business, and to

put money away for the future.”

Rogers also argued that things don’t change much because, during board meetings, it elected officials don’t engage in detailed discussions.

“The issue is that if you have one party that is totally in control over everything, there’s not going to be a lot of change,” Rogers said. “When I go to a village board meeting, I expect trustees to dialogue.”

Galbraith agreed.

“Every time I’ve gone to a meeting, everything seems predetermined,” he said.

“There’s very little dialogue.”

Rogers also called for attitude changes from Brookfield employees, an oft-cited past complaint.

“Respect culture needs to start at the village hall,” he said.

The three men have not rolled out a party name nor have they created a political committee, according to the Illinois Board of Elections. But, they appear to be planning to circulate nominating petitions in September.

Rogers said his problem is not with the PEP Party individuals personally, just on a political level.

“Nobody is questioning that [the PEP Party politicians] are nice people,” he said. “They’re just not getting the job done.”

Riverside looks to install surveillance cameras In addition to giving a nod to red-light cameras, Riverside trustees also signaled an interest on Aug. 2 in phasing in a program that would bring police security cameras to key areas of Riverside.

The Riverside Village Board has considered adding surveillance cameras to key entry points of the village for years, but money for implementation has been a stumbling block. Police Chief Thomas Weitzel said he’s tentatively removed a $130,000 line item for entry way cameras from his 2019 budget.

However, trustees indicated that they’d favor putting that money back in the budget, and using revenue from red-light cameras, once they’re installed, to fund the police cameras.

Police routinely seek surveillance camera video from residents and business owners as they investigate crimes.

They also will solicit red-light camera video from neighboring towns to identify vehicles suspected of being involved in crimes.

“These cameras, in solving one crime,

pay for themselves,” said Trustee Michael Sedivy. “We have police officers using doorbell cameras and going door to door. It’s insane.”

Weitzel suggested that phasing in the cameras gradually would help soften the blow of the cost, which he estimated at between $3,000 and $12,000 per camera, depending on the type, as well as $37,000 for computer equipment. That doesn’t include the cost of installing the cameras.

“Maybe if we started with only two or three cameras it wouldn’t be that much,” Weitzel said.

Trustee Elizabeth Peters suggested Weitzel seek grant funding for the cameras, similar to ComEd. The village of Brookfield last year received a $10,000 grant from the ComEd Powering Safe Communities program. That money helped fund the purchase of 10 cameras that recently went live in that village.

Weitzel said he would seek grants as organizations offered opportunities to apply.

— Bob Uphues

Opinion THE LANDMARK VIEW

On the right track

T

he Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees determined many years ago that the present building was wholly inadequate to provide the kinds of contemporary programming and service that library patrons expect.

They’ve been saving money, acquiring property, engaging in years of planning and have now launched a capital campaign to solicit funds from major donors.

As we have been saying for the past couple of years: Make no mistake, Brookfield is going to have a new library. It needs a new library.

Given that inevitability, the recent decision by the library board to scrap their plans for an addition to the existing building in favor of building a new facility is one that all residents should see as a return to the right direction.

After residents defeated a referendum to issue $10 million in bonds at the polls in 2016, the library board did some soul-searching and decided that maybe they could get something almost as good as new by gutting and adding on to the existing library.

But after the village put the kibosh on closing off Lincoln Avenue to achieve that goal, it quickly became evident that library officials weren’t comfortable with their remaining options.

They also began to realize that their plans for gut and add onto the existing building would trigger code requirements that essentially had them building a new facility, jammed into that terrible isosceles triangle of a site while a rectangular parcel of land across the street — perfect for a place like a library, and bought for that expressed purpose — would end up a parking lot.

On further review, the board discovered that if they scaled back their plans for a new facility a bit, and maybe built a new building that would allow for future growth, they could do it for not much more money than renovating and expanding a building they don’t want.

It’s still early in the planning process, and anyone interested in seeing how things are shaking out can attend a special meeting of the library board on Aug. 14 at 6:30 p.m., which will deal solely with how a new facility might fit onto the lot across the street.

There may yet be more twists and turns before the library board sorts out a final plan. But the one thing we can say is that the library board certainly isn’t settling for something they and the community would regret later.

That’s what happened in the 1980s, when the board decided to go cheap and build a building that was not only too small but lacked expansion options. The village’s original public library served the community for more than 60 years.

A new one needs to serve the community as well for as long.

The Landmark, August 8, 2018

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KOSEY CORNER

Aunt Diana’s doll mascot up for auction

H

ow much is that dolly in the window?

Those people passing Aunt Diana’s Old-Fashioned Fudge or entering the shop in Riverside may have noticed a doll displayed in the window and wondered.

She will be dressed in one of her seasonal outfits, wearing one of her many headbands. What is the story behind the doll? Well, here I am to tell you.

The doll is known as a Patty Play Pal doll and at 36 inches she was intended to be a playmate for some deserving child. Made of vinyl, she was a product of the Ideal Toy Company in the late 1950s and early 1960s.

Because the doll was child size, it was possible for the doll to wear actual children’s clothes. Patty Play Pal arrived at Aunt Diana’s as a gift to another Patty – store manager Patty Miglore, who is affectionately known as Auntie Patty.

The doll was a gift to Miglore from her friend, Riverside resident Joann Weiss. A doll collector herself, Weiss found the doll

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at a local church rummage sale, and that is how the doll made its way to the store window.

Many people have asked, “How much is the dolly in the window?” Well, until now the doll hasn’t been for sales.

But, while they’re still fond of the doll, Weiss and Miglore have decided to put it up for auction, with proceeds to go to the Riverside Public Library. Patty Play Pal comes with a wardrobe that includes dresses for various holidays, shoes and headbands. It’s a delight for any doll collector or little girl or someone who remembers having one of the dolls as a child and wants to return to those easy, early days of childhood.

Bids for the doll start at $150 and can be made at Aunt Diana’s, which is located at 29 E.

Burlington St. Bidding will continue through August and end on Labor Day.

LETTERS

The lessons animals teach us I took our 14-year-old, 80-pound black lab “Chance” for a backyard walk. He’s full of aches and pains, but he still loves life, everyone and everything.

In front of us lay a big, beautiful red robin, apparently killed during an early morning storm. Chance gently picked up and brought the bird to me. With pleading eyes and manner, he seemed to be saying, “Fix him.” I said, “I can’t,” and had him lay the bird down and promised to bury him later.

Chance and the bird had been hardcore rivals (but friendly), chasing each other, with Chance barking and running wildly while the robin buzzed him over and over. They respected each other but maintained their own individuality while reacting to

each other. With his rival down, Chance wanted to help despite their conflict.

I took a step back and through, “What a great lesson for people.” We can be hardcore but friendly rivals with everyone, but when there is a need in them, we should respond 100 percent to help them in any way possible.

Otherwise, we let them down but, sadly, we let our own selves down even more.

Animals, especially, but all of life teaches us something every day. Hopefully, let us all be aware of it.

Jim Zak

North Riverside

OBITUARIES

Adleta Altman, 88

Fiona M. Maye, 27

Brookfield resident

Former Riverside resident

Adleta Altman, 88, of Brookfield, died on Aug. 3, 2018.

Born on Sept.16, 1929, she was an assembly worker in the communications field.

Ms. Altman was the wife of the late Joseph Altman; the sister of Amalie (the late Charles) Moravec, the late Adolph (the late Betty) Altman and Agnes (the late Ray) Rice; and the aunt of many nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass was celebrated Aug. 7 at St. Cletus Church in LaGrange, with interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

Hitzeman Funeral Home, Brookfield, handled arrangements.

Fiona Marie Maye, 27, of Forest Park and formerly of Riverside, died suddenly on July 29, 2018.

Born on Aug. 1, 1990, she attended St. Bernadine’s Catholic School, Riverside-Brookside High School, and attended Triton College with a nursing scholarship from the British Home Retirement Community.

She loved her family dearly, her animals, and enjoyed spending time with her friends. She was artistic and very health conscious.

Ms. Maye fought fiercely in her lifetime -- a survivor of childhood cancer, then depression, and several minor surgeries.

See OBITUARIES on page 12

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She was the daughter of Tim and Catherine Maye. She is survived by Conor, Ian and Nora, her grandmother Noel Maye (the late John Maye) and Patrick and Maire Fay, he uncle Peter and family, aunt Susanna and family, uncle Patrick and family, aunt Maeve and family, uncle John and Family, and all cousins here and overseas.

A funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Bernadine Catholic Church in Forest Park on Aug. 4.

Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home, Forest Park, handled arrangements.

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Born on June 14, 1941, he was a machinist in the beverage industry and served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Mr. Hart was the husband of Sandra Hart (nee Chodacki); the father of Christine Hart and Richard (Jackie) Hart; the grandfather of Brandon, Alyssa, Adam and Kaytlin; the brother of Pat Cobb and Joan Foley; and the uncle of Randall (Angie) Cobb and many and nephews.

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Born on May 10, 1929, he worked the secuThis event is free and open to all local families.

• Index cards rity detail for Illinois government dignitaries • Notebook paper Recommended school supplies include: • Erasers • Alarm clocks • Highlighters and the Secretary of State and managed aucwill be served.

• Spiral notebooks • Markers Refreshments • Index cards • Spiral notebooks • Calculators • Markers • Backpacks • Scissors

• Ink pens

• Binders • Notebook paper • Highlighters • Pocket folders • Index cards • Hand sanitizer • Binders • Highlighters • Facial tissues

tions for a railroad company. Mr. McCracken served as a Brookfield police and fire commissioner for many years, and he owned the Recommended school supplies include: • Erasers • Alarm clocks • Art boxes • Glue sticks Suburban Juvenile Children’s Store on Grand • Rulers • Pencils • Pocket folders • Scissors • Ink pens • Binders Boulevard. He loved finding hidden treasures • Crayons • • Pencil sharpeners • Calculators Hand sanitizer • Backpacks • Notebook paper • Rulers Pencils • • Pocket folders at flea markets and garage sales.

For more information, please contact Rep. Zalewski’s full-time constituent • Art boxes • • Glue sticks • Markers Facial tissues • Spiral notebooks • Index cards • Crayons Pencil sharpeners • • Hand sanitizer Mr. McCracken was the husband of the service office at 708-442-6500 or info@RepMikeZalewski.org. late Lorenza “Lolli” McCracken; the father of • Art boxes • Glue sticks • Facial tissues • Erasers • Alarm clocks • Highlighters Lynn (Charles) Vaughn; and the family friend • Scissors • Ink pens • Binders of Cindy (Anthony Giannini) Jourdan.

For more information, please contact Rep. Zalewski’s full-time constituent • Rulers • Pencils • Pocket folders For more information, please contact Rep. Zalewski’s full-time constituent service office at 708-442-6500 or info@RepMikeZalewski.org. Services have been held. Interment was private. service office at 708-442-6500 or info@RepMikeZalewski.org.

• Crayons • Pencil sharpeners • Hand sanitizer Hitzeman Funeral Home, Brookfield, han• Art boxes • Glue sticks • Facial tissues dled arrangements.

• Backpacks • Erasers • Rulers • Spiral notebooks • Crayons • Scissors

Calculators • • Alarm clocks • Pencils • Markers • Pencil sharpeners • Ink pens

For more information, please Susan Smetana-Butler, 58 For more information, please contact Rep. Zalewski’s full-time constituent contact Rep. Zalewski’s fullservice office at 708-442-6500 or info@RepMikeZalewski.org.

Nurse and volunteer time constituent service office Susan Smetana-Butler, 58, of Brookfield, at 708-442-6500 or info@ died on July 26, 2018. Born on March 27, 1960, she was a nurse.

RepMikeZalewski.org.

She enjoyed watching Bears, Cubs, and Blackhawks games and supporting and watch-

ing her children at hockey games, softball tournaments and gymnastics meets.

Many people knew her through her many years of coaching softball, volunteering at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, and her radiant positive personality. She cherished going on fishing trips with her husband and friends.

Ms. Smetana-Butler accomplished her lifelong educational goal by graduating with her Associate’s Degree in Nursing in 2014.

She was the wife of William Butler; the mother of Billy Butler, Julie (Alan) Lopez and Elizabeth Butler; the daughter of Maureen Smetana (nee Delaney) and the late Edward Smetana; the sister of Steven Smetana, MaryJo (Randy) Yeater, Edward Smetana and the late Michael (Susie) Smetana; the daughter-inlaw of Robert Butler.

Ms. Smetana-Butler is also survived by many nieces, nephews and other important family members. She was a devoted and faithful wife, mother, and friend. She was always dedicated to lovingly raising her three children.

Services have been held. Interment was private.

Hitzeman Funeral Home, Brookfield, handled arrangements.

John Schejbal, 77 Owned Brookfield Engine Rebuilders John Emmett Schejbal, 77 of Eddyville, Kentucky, and formerly of Brookfield and Oak Park, died on July 12, 2018 at his home.

Born on Aug. 16, 1940 to James and Theodata (nee Monahan) Schejbal of Oak Park, he went to Fenwick High School and later started to work for Coca Cola.

He served with the U.S. 5th Army in Vietnam at the rank of Spec. 4 and was discharged in 1969 when his tour of duty was complete.

In 1971, he began his career as a firefighter for the River Forest Fire Department, continued his education, and became an EMT. He retired from the River Forest Fire Department in the early 1990s.

Mr. Schejbal also had a passion for cars and rebuilding engines, old and new. He opened Brookfield Engine Rebuilders in 1976 and continued until 1992.

In his later years, he retired from the cold winters in Chicago and relocated to Eddyville in 2005. There, he enjoyed lake life, his boat, visits from his children and grandchildren, and drove a school bus for Lyon County.

Mr. Schejbal is survived by his wife of 15 years, Jeri McMahon Schejbal; his children, Jeff (Tammy Miller) Schejbal, Karen (Mike) Albertini, John (Michelle) Krogh and Ken (Chrissy) Schejbal; his grandchildren, Jeffrey, Bailey, Zackary, Tyler, Ryan, Allison, Jack and Johnny; his siblings, Virginia (Charles) Poidomonte, Joanne (Harry) O’Brien, James (Beatrice) Schejbal and Kathleen (late Robert) Schulenberg; and his many nieces, great-nieces, nephews and great-nephews.

Visitation is on Wednesday, Aug. 8 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Kuratko-Nosek Funeral Home, 2447 Desplaines Ave. in North Riverside, with a memorial service at 8 p.m.

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PEOPLE

Kosey named Lions president for second term

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oAnne Kosey was sworn in for a second term as president of the Riverside Township Lions Club by former District 1A Governor Ralph Zarada at the club’s annual installation dinner in June in the Scottish Home in North Riverside.

Kosey is a columnist for the RiversideBrookfield Landmark.

New officers who were sworn in are Andy Sitkiewicz, first vice president; Diana Ceragioli, second vice president; and Gerry Stutz, third vice president.

Treasurer Dave Moravecek and Secretary Chuck Courtney will remain in their positions.

Others installed are Chet Biedron, tail twister, and Adam Yurkiw and Jon Jansky, Lion tamers.

Elected to one-year terms on the board of directors were Eric Sundstrom, Brian Ganan, Tom Sisulak and Frank Gangware. Elected to two-year terms were Phil Polanski, Joe Kosey, Dr. Jay Van Cura and Robert J. Lifka.

Permanent directors are Llewellyn Heine, Jerry Kosik, Donald McDowell, Walter Pierce, Bill Scanlon, Jansky, Jack Wiaduck, Olga Sylvester, Joe Dvorak IV and Alex Gallegos.

Organizations serving Riverside Township selected to receive donations this year include the North Riverside and Riverside public libraries to purchase materials for hearing impaired and visually impaired patrons, PeopleCare and the Riverside Township Food Pantry.

Other west suburban organizations selected to receive donations this year include Pillars in Berwyn; Helping Hand Rehabilitation Center in Countryside; Seguin Services Inc. in Cicero; and Aging Care Connections in BRIAN GREENENWALD La Grange.

In addition, donations were given this year to the Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind, Second Sense, Hadley School for the Blind, Chicago Hearing Society, Eversight, the Fisher House at Hines VA ISAAC HAMILTON Hospital, Dogs for the Deaf and Live Out Loud.

Donations also were made to hurricane relief efforts and charitable Lions Club causes.

Michigan and Upper Mississippi Region Leagues.

The event kicked off a two-year celebration of the 100th Anniversary of women gaining suffrage in 1920 and also the establishment of the League of Women Voters.

On campus

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ONE MORE TIME: Former Lions District 1-A Governor Ralph Zarada with JoAnne Kosey following her induction as president of the Riverside Township Lions Club for a second term.

I’d be honored Four Riverside police officers were recently recognized by the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM) for their work in removing impaired drivers from roadways in 2017.

Officers Brian Greenenwald, Joseph Mahanna, Isaac Hamilton and Chris Kudla each received a certificate of appreciation in July after combining for 96 total arrests for driving under the influJOSEPH MAHANNA ence last year.

Police Explorer excels Riverside Police Explorer Quinn Robertson, 16, of Riverside, placed third out of a field of more than 600 in the CHRIS KUDLA 14-16 age group in the bike policing competition at the National Law Enforcement Exploring Conference at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, in July.

Robertson was one of six members of Riverside Police Explorers Post #390, along with two advisors, attending the week-long conference for those contemplating careers in law enforcement.

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Area LWV members attend conference The League of Women Voters of the LaGrange Area was represented by 15 members at the 53rd National League of Women Voters’ Convention on June 28-July 1 in Chicago.

Local delegates included Local included Ann Lee and Patty Rocco, who represented the LaGrange League; Krista Grimm for the Lake Michigan regional chapter; and volunteers Eileen Breslin, Siobhan Greene, Mary Klonowski, Melissa Lieb, Veronika Lieb, Mary McGovern, Janice Miller, Cynthia Schilsky, Laurie Sinden, Laurie Braun and Joyce Williams. Mary Lou Lowrey was the LaGrange League delegate to the preconvention annual meeting of the Lake

■ Joseph T. Lendabarker, of Brookfield, graduated summa cum laude from DePaul University in June with a bachelor’s degree in history. He will pursue a master’s degree in education through the U.S. Department of Education’s TEACH program.

■ Tess Gresik, of Brookfield, a graduate of St. Ignatius College Prep in Chicago, received a $2,500 scholarship for her college education from Marquette Bank, which awarded 57 such scholarships to Chicago area graduating seniors. Gresik will attend St. Mary’s College in the fall.

■ At the annual University of Jamestown (North Dakota) honors convocation this spring, Liliana Cortes, of Brookfield, was inducted into the Alpha Gamma Honor Society, which admits membership to students who have received grades of A in at least two courses in the same foreign language at the college level.

■ Justin Chaney, of Riverside, was named to the 2018 spring semester dean’s list in the Olin School of Business at Washington University in St. Louis for earning a semester grade-point average of at least 3.6 on a 4-point scale.

■ Lyndsey Hoyd, of Brookfield, was named to the dean’s list for the 2018 spring semester dean’s list at Johns Hopkins University for earning a GPA of at least 3.5.

She is the daughter of Kristin and Gary Hoyd and a graduate of Riverside-Brookfield High School.

■ Riverside resident Andrew Salij was named to the 2018 spring semester dean’s list at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, for attaining a semester GPA of at least 3.75. Salij, a chemistry major, is the son of Kristine Herbst and Roman Salij.

He is a graduate of the Illinois Math and Science Academy.

■ Moira Dunn, of Riverside, was named to the 2018 spring semester dean’s list at Augustana College in Rock Island.

■ Riverside resident Danny Zontos was named to the 2018 spring semester dean’s list at Lewis University in Romeoville. Zontos, an aviation flight management major, earned a semester GPA of at least 3.5.

■ Bridget Halvey, of North Riverside, was named to the 2018 spring semester dean’s list at Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin, for earning a semester GPA of at least 3.5.

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It’s Your Money

LTHS students assist paratriathletes Finishing a marathon is quite an accomplishment, but imagine helping someone who needs assistance complete a marathon.

That’s what 10 Lyons Township High School students did, along with physical education teacher Cassie Niego, all of whom volunteered at the Dare2Tri Kids Paratriathlon Training Camp in July in Chicago.

The students swam, biked, ran and assisted in moving physically disabled athletes, in addition to providing words of encouragement and inspiration along the way.

Dare2Tri is an organization that comes to LT each spring to assist physically disabled students participate in the sophomore semiannual triathlon. The triathlon comprises a 150-meter swim, a 5-minute stationary bike ride, and a 0.67-mile run.

Dare2Tri brings adaptive equipment, and any student in need of assistance is matched with a “Tri Buddy,” a fellow classmate who completes the event by their side.

Last summer, Niego volunteered for the Dare2Tri’s summer camp and bumped

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By Linda Sokol Francis. E.A.

FIVE SIGNS OF SMALL BUSINESS IDENTITY THEFT AND NEW PROTECTION METHODS

mall business identity theft is a big business. Just like individuals, businesses can be victims, too.

Thieves use a business’s information to file fake tax returns or get credit cards.

Identity thieves are more sophisticated than they used to be. They know the tax Signs of Identity Theft: Business filers should be alert for signs of identity theft. They should contact the IRS if they experience any of these issues: • The IRS rejects an e-filed return saying it already has one with that identification number.

• The IRS rejects an extension to file request saying it already has a return with that identification number.

code and filing practices and how to get valuable data. The IRS has seen a sharp increase in fraudulent business tax forms. These include Forms 1120, 11208 and 1041, as well as Schedule K-1. These affect business, partnership, estate and trust filers.

• The filer receives an unexpected tax transcript.

• The filer receives an IRS notice that doesn’t relate to anything they submitted.

• The filer doesn’t receive expected or routine mailings from the IRS.

BROOKFIELD FINANCIAL PLANS, INC. Linda Sokol Francis, E.A. PROVIDED

into one of LT’s Tri Buddies, Emma Korzyniewski, Class of 2019, of Brookfield.

This spring, Niego and Korzyniewski recruited other Tri Buddy students and offered a summertime field trip to the Dare2Tri Summer Training Camp.

Brookfielder earns science fair honors

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Brookfield resident and recent St. Mary School graduate Benediktas Bieliauskas was among students in grades seven through 12 who won awards at the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago’s Environmental Science Fair in June.

Certificates were presented to the winners by MWRD President Mariyana T. Spyropoulos.

Students presented their projects in front of their families, MWRD commissioners and staff. Afterwards, the winners and parents took a guided tour of the Chicago River, learning about the history and role of the waterways in managing storm water.

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Sports

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McCloskey-Bax hired by North Central hoops Former RBHS and Loyola Chicago star could be a perfect fit to coach Cardinals

By ANDREW DONLAN

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orth Central College successfully coaxed an Illinois basketball great to return to the western suburbs in July when they hired Maggie McCloskey-Bax to fill their women’s basketball head coaching vacancy. McCloskey-Bax, a RiversideBrookfield High School and Loyola University Chicago graduate, accepted the role after five years as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

“I learned a lot from all of the coaches I’ve worked for, especially in the last five years at Carthage,” McCloskey-Bax said.

“When the North Central job opened up, it hit all of the marks for me.”

In terms of basketball résumés, MAGGIE MCCLOSKEY-BAX McCloskey-Bax’s RBHS alum is hard to beat. At RBHS—where she played for her head coach, Larry Rocco— she was named to the Suburban Prairie all-conference team four times. In three of those years, she was named player of the year in the conference.

At Loyola, her dominance on the court continued. McCloskey-Bax is the all-time leader in three-point field goals made at both Loyola and in the Horizon League with 325.

She holds a NCAA record for making at least one 3-pointer in 69 consecutive games. During her collegiate years, she was a favorite of newly famous Loyola icon Jean Dolores Schmidt, better known as Sister Jean.

After college, McCloskey-Bax continued her playing career and began her coaching career in Reykjavik, Iceland. She played for the Fjölnir basketball club in the Iceland Express League and simultaneously coached a 12-year-old girls basketball squad.

“Those years helped me grow up and get out of my comfort zone,” McCloskey-Bax said. “I had to learn a little bit of the Icelandic language, so it was a tough first head coaching experience, but it was worth it.”

McCloskey-Bax’s background in basketball is immense, but her experience at Carthage is particularly advantageous as it pertains to the North Central job. Both

Courtesy Carthage College Athletic Dept.

After a stellar career as a player and coaching stint at Carthage College, Maggie McCloskey-Bax has been hired to coach the North Central College women’s basketball team. teams compete in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin, which has enabled McCloskey-Bax to familiarize herself with the competitive atmosphere for the last five years.

“The CCIW is such a great conference so it was a great opportunity for me to stay within that,” McCloskey-Bax said. “At Carthage, I primarily recruited Illinois kids, so I know exactly the kind of recruits that I’ll be looking for.”

Though the recruiting transition may be relatively seamless, McCloskey-Bax still has her work cut out for her at North Central.

Before bringing in any new players, her immediate priorities include acquainting herself with the current roster and hiring an assistant coach.

North Central finished last in the CCIW

last year, only amassing three wins in conference play. Carthage, with McCloskeyBax’s help, finished third in the conference and earned a bid to the CCIW tournament last season.

North Central’s athletic director, Jim Miller, expressed excitement over the hiring of McCloskey-Bax. “Coach McCloskey-Bax brings a variety of experience to this position,” Miller said in a press release. “She was an outstanding local high school player at Riverside-Brookfield High School, played at the NCAA Division I level at Loyola University Chicago and has now coached at two NCAA Division III institutions.”

If McCloskey-Bax’s prior work in basketball is any indication of how her head coaching career will turn out, Miller is right

to be enthused.

“In the first year, it’s all about getting comfortable with my coaching style,” McCloskey-Bax said. “In five years, I hope North Central will be at the top of the CCIW. Eventually, we want to compete for a national championship. I think North Central has a lot to offer in terms of bringing the right kids here in order to achieve those goals.”

McCloskey-Bax’s husband is originally from Naperville, so the homecoming was doubly welcomed.

“I love living in the west suburbs and I had a great experience at Riverside-Brookfield,” McCloskey-Bax said. “To settle down, and plant my family’s roots here for the future is an exciting opportunity. I have such great memories here and it’ll nice to be closer to family.”

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

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CROSSING GUARD The Forest Park Police Department is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Crossing Guard.

This position requires flexible hours during days when schools are in session. A background investigation and drug screening will be conducted prior to consideration for the position. Applications available at Village Hall, 517 Desplaines Avenue or on-line at www.forestpark.net and should be returned to Vanessa Moritz, HR Director, at Village Hall.

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PARKING SPACES/ GARAGE BROOKFIELD 2 CAR GARAGE Brookfield 2 car garage for rent vicinity 31st and Sunnyside $250.00 Call Norine 708-785-9121

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This empty nest is too full, so our purge is your splurge!. Household goods, lamps, leg brace, cookbooks, clothing, toys, Precious Moments, jewelry, books, and much more. Everything is priced to sell.

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Outdoor & indoor furniture, electronics, CDs, books, shelves, clothing, housewares, area rugs, LOTS of stuff!

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CARPENTER TOOLS Several professional carpenter tools for sale for a carpenter who does rough framing or trim carpentry.

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PUBLIC NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE Donald Rendler-Kaplan & Associates (24594) Attorney for Petitioner 831 N. Ashland Ave. Chicago, Illinoi2 60622 STATE OF ILLINOIS) COUNTY OF COOK )ss Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division.

In re the marriage of Salomon Yepez, Petitioner and Sorayda Fuentes, Respondent, Case No. 2018D-002415.

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

Now, therefore, unless you, the said Respondent, file your response to said Petition or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Room 802, Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, in the City of Chicago, Illinois, on or before August 28, 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.

Published in Wednesday Journal 7/25, 8/1, 8/8/2018

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Forest Park Public Schools, District No. 91 in Forest Park, Illinois will be destroying all temporary special education records for students who graduated/transferred from the school district between 2011â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2012 and 2012â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2013. Students over the ages of 18 or custodial parents interested in obtaining copies of these records may do so by contacting Katie Bell 708-366-5703. BEFORE: September 7, 2018

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AUGUST 23, 2018 AT 7:00 P.M.

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: D18154938 on July 10, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of THE OTHERSIDE LANDSCAPING COMPANY with the business located at: 8500 88TH AVE, JUSTICE, IL 60458. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: THOMAS RUSNAK, 8500 88TH AVE JUSTICE, IL 60458

NOTICE is hereby given that the Village of Brookfield Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Edward Barcal Hall located at 8820 Brookfield Avenue, Brookfield, Illinois to hear the Application of the Village of Brookfield which is seeking certain text amendments to the allowed uses set forth in Section 62.30 entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Other Use Categoryâ&#x20AC;? of Article I entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Generalâ&#x20AC;? of Chapter 62 entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Zoningâ&#x20AC;? of the Village Code of Brookfield, Illinois to prohibit certain uses.

The public is invited to attend the public hearing and present oral and/ or written comments.

The application may be viewed at the Village of Brookfield Village Hall during normal business hours.

Written comments may be provided prior to the public hearing to: Village of Brookfield, Planning and Zoning Commission c/o Nicholas Greifer, 8820 Brookfield Avenue, Brookfield, IL 60513.

Individuals with disabilities requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any meeting should contact the Village of Brookfield (708) 485-7344 prior to the meeting. Wheelchair access is available through the front (South) entrance of Village Hall.

By Order of Chuck Grund, Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman.

Published in RB Landmark 8/8/2018

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AUGUST 23, 2018 AT 7:00 P.M. NOTICE is hereby given that the Village of Brookfield Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Edward Barcal Hall located at 8820 Brookfield Avenue, Brookfield, Illinois to hear the application of the Village of Brookfield which is seeking certain text amendments to define new construction and require new construction to comply with all current codes, ordinances and standards as forth in Section 62.2 entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Definitionsâ&#x20AC;? and Section 62-5 entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scope of regulationsâ&#x20AC;? of Article I entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Generalâ&#x20AC;? of Chapter 62 entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Zoningâ&#x20AC;? of the Village Code of Brookfield, Illinois to prohibit certain uses.

The public is invited to attend the public hearing and present oral and/ or written comments.

The application may be viewed at the Village of Brookfield Village Hall during normal business hours.

Written comments may be provided prior to the public hearing to: Village of Brookfield, Planning and Zoning Commission c/o Nicholas Greifer, 8820 Brookfield Avenue, Brookfield, IL 60513.

Individuals with disabilities requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any meeting should contact the Village of Brookfield (708) 485-7344 prior to the meeting. Wheelchair access is available through the front (South) entrance of Village Hall.

By Order of Chuck Grund, Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman.

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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: D18155074 on July 26, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of PL CAPITAL with the business located at: 1035 S ELMWOOD AVE, OAK PARK, IL 60304. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: PAUL LANDERMAN 1035 S ELMWOOD AVE OAK PARK, IL 60304 Published in Wednesday Journal 8/1, 8/8, 8/15/2018

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLNOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, PROBATE DIVISION Estate of MARIE C. CICHON, Deceased No. 2018 P813 That the Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Representative in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois was granted on February 28, 2018 for the Estate of Marie C. Cichon, Deceased and that DONALD BENISCHEK was appointed as the Independent Executor and letters of office have issued and states under the penalties of perjury that: 1. Marie C. Cichon died December 26, 2017, leaving a will dated July 7, 2009.

2. The approximate value of the estate in this state is: Personal $1,000, Real: $200,000, Annual Income from Real Estate $0.

3. The names and post office addresses of the testatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heirs and legatees are set forth on Exhibit A made a part of this petition.

4. The testator nominated as executor of the following, qualified and willing to act: Donald Benischek, 25555 Sunnyside, Westchester, IL 60154.

5. The name and post office address of the personal fiduciary designated to act during independent administration for each heir or legatee who is a minor or disabled person are shown on Exhibit A, a part of this petition.

6. This ad also requests that any unknown heirs make themselves known to the attorney herein.

7. This ad will serve as a notice to creditors that they have 6 months from the date of filing of this petition to submit their claims.

Petitioner asks that the will be admitted to probate and that letters testamentary issue.

Atty Name: Matt Leuck Attorney for Petitioner 84 E. Burlington, 2W Riverside, IL 60546 708-447-3166 Atty No. 11017 Published in Landmark 8/1, 8/8, 8/15/2018

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D18155109 on August 1, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of JIM BERNARD DESIGN with the business located at: 430 LENOX ST., OAK PARK, IL 60302.

The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: JAMES PAUL BERNARD 430 LENOX STREET, OAK PARK, IL 60302

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLNOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, PROBATE DIVISION Estate of HOWARD OZER, Deceased No. 2018 P2834 That the Order Admitting Will to Probate and Appointing Representative in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois was granted on Apil 28, 2018 for the Estate of Howard Ozer, Deceased and that TRINA OZER was appointed as the Independent Executor and letters of office have issued and states under the penalties of perjury that:

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1. Howard Ozer died April 6, 2017, leaving a will dated July 13, 2014.

2. The approximate value of the estate in this state is: Personal $100,000, Real: $200,000, Annual Income from Real Estate $0.

3. The names and post office addresses of the testator’s heirs and legatees are set forth on Exhibit A made a part of this petition.

4. The testator nominated as executor of the following, qualified and willing to act: Trina Ozer, 84 E. Burlington, Riverside, IL 60546.

5. The name and post office address of the personal fiduciary designated to act during independent administration for each heir or legatee who is a minor or disabled person are shown on Exhibit A, a part of this petition.

6. This ad also requests that any unknown heirs make themselves known to the attorney herein.

7. This ad will serve as a notice to creditors that they have 6 months from the date of filing of this petition to submit their claims.

Petitioner asks that the will be admitted to probate and that letters testamentary issue.

Atty Name: Matt Leuck Attorney for Petitioner 84 E. Burlington, 2W Riverside, IL 60546 708-447-3166 Atty No. 11017 Published in Landmark 8/1, 8/8, 8/15/2018

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Education of School District No. 91, in the County of Cook, State of Illinois, the tentative budget for said School District for the Fiscal Year 2019 will be available for public inspection at the District Office, 424 DesPlaines Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois, after 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. Notice is hereby given that a public hearing on said budget will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the 13th day of September, 2018, at the District Office, 424 DesPlaines Avenue, Forest Park, in this School District No. 91.

Dated this 3rd day of August, 2018 Board of Education School District No. 91 County of Cook State of Illinois Blake Harvey Secretary Published in Forest Park Review 8/8/2018

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D18155126 on August 2, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of ALTGELD APPRAISAL with the business located at: 844 S. KENILWORTH AVE., OAK PARK, IL 60304. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: THOMAS RODGERS 844 S. KENILWORTH AVEL, OAK PARK, IL 60304.

Published in Wednesday Journal 8/8, 8/15, 8/22/2018

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CASABLANCA LOFTS L.L.C. AND MICHAEL A. WIER; Plaintiff, vs.

DOUGLAS W. LOHMAR, JR.; LOHMAR LAW OFFICES; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 18 ch 118 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-06-214-004-0000.

Commonly known as 1128 North Elmwood, Oak Park, IL 60302.

The mortgaged real estate is 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: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier’s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

PURSUANT TO 735 ILCS 5/12101, DEFENDANTS SHALL BE ALLOWED AN ADDITIONAL SIX MONTHS TO REDEEM FROM THE DATE OF SALE AND THE

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HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION UNDER SECTION 735 ILCS 5/12901 SHALL APPLY .

For information call Mr. Lorne T. Saeks at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Much Shelist, P.C., 191 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606-1615.

(312) 521-2000. 445032 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3094063

60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1427 NORTH HARLEM AVENUE UNIT C, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-06-107-1110000.

The real estate is improved with a yellow brick, two story townhouse with 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 254198.

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. 254198 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 16 CH 08210 TJSC#: 38-6066 I3094574

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF THE STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003BC2 Plaintiff, -v.EMILY CAMPBELL-WARD, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF VICTOR L. WARD, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR VICTOR L. WARD (DECEASED) Defendants 16 CH 005753 2906 MADISON STREET 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 May 16, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 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 2906 MADISON STREET, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-16-201-0730000.

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 14-16-00406.

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

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-00406 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 005753 TJSC#: 38-5862 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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entered in the above cause on June 24, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will, on August 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at 120 W. Madison, Suite 718, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Commonly known as 322 S. 47th Ave., Bellwood, IL 60104 Property Index Number: 15-08-229026-0000 The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence.

The Judgment amount was $184,268.61 Sale shall be under the following terms: The real estate described herein, with all improvements, fixtures and appurtenances is sold in “as is” condition. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff.

Premises will NOT be open for inspection, and Plaintiff makes no representations nor any warranties as to the condition of the property.

There shall be no proration of taxes, assessments, water bills or any other bill that may accrue or has accrued in association with the property.

The deposit required at the time of sale will be between 10% and 25% of the successful bid. The balance of the bid amount is required to be paid with in 24 hours of sale. All payments of the amount bid shall be in certified funds.

The judgment amount is $184,268.61 with accruing post judgment interest and accruing costs.

At any time, if the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser shall have no recourse or claims against the plaintiff’s attorney(s).

Prospective bidders are to check the court file and verify all information herein and therein.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any liens or encumbrances that have priority.

For information contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Scott R. Barfuss 24 East Avenue Riverside, Illinois 60546 Telephone number: 708-788-4870 Attorney No. 56646 This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act 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 CAF BRIDGE LENDING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs.

CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION; CHICAGO CONSTRUCTION TEAM, LLC; DARRIUS WALLS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS. Defendants, 17 CH 7030 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, September 5, 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 53 Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302.

P.I.N. 16-08-104-004-0000.

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 Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602.

(312) 940-8580. 17-01474 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3094079 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P. Plaintiff, -v.BRENDA BRADD-AMER A/K/A BRENDA J. BRADD AMER, A/K/A BRENDA JOYCE BRADDMCGRATH, MOHAMED MAHOUD AMER A/K/A MOHAMED MAHOUD AMER, A/K/A MOHAMED AMER, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 08210 1427 NORTH HARLEM AVENUE UNIT C OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 8, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 27, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION FATHER & SONS HOME IMPROVEMENT II, INC. Plaintiff, v.

PHILLIP THIGPEN, PAULA THIGPEN, M O RT G A G E ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, v.

PHILLIP THIGPEN, PAULA R. R. THIGPEN, FATHER & SONS HOME IMPROVEMENT II, INCORPORATED, UNKNOWN OWNERS, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

10 CH 50690 consolidated with 12 CH 34116 322 47th Avenue BELLWOOD IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Pursuant to a Judgment

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/ B/A MR. COOPER Plaintiff, -v.ANITA REDMOND A/K/A ANITA L. REDMOND, FOREST PLACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants 17 CH 16244 310 LATHROP AVENUE, UNIT 303 Forest Park, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 1, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 5, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the

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highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 310 LATHROP AVENUE, UNIT 303, Forest Park, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-12-429-0621101 and 15-12-429-062-1062.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $98,372.90.

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, 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 17-084976.

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. 17-084976 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 16244 TJSC#: 38-4751 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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cial taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-08727.

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

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-08727 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 026295 TJSC#: 38-5960 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 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE (CWALT 2004-2CB) Plaintiff, -v.CHARLES J. NOVAK, KATHLEEN A. NOVAK A/K/A KATHLEEN ANN NOVAK, BEERMANN SWERDLOVE LLP, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., FIRSTMERIT BANK, N.A. S/B/M TO MIDWEST BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, GERALDINE M. REDMOND, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 09899 1537 SOUTH ELGIN AVENUE FOREST PARK, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 22, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 23, 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 1537 SOUTH ELGIN AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-24-215-0340000.

The real estate is improved with a tan, vinyl siding, single family, with a two car detached garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. 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 8255.

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. 8255 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 15 CH 09899 TJSC#: 38-5959 I3093938

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR SG MORTGAGE SECURITIES TRUST 2006-FRE2, ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FRE2 Plaintiff, -v.BRENDA JONES A/K/A BRENDA GIVENS A/K/A BRENDA L. JONES, LEE T. JONES A/K/A LEE TORICE JONES, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., THE LAW OFFICES OF BEVERLY A. PEKALA, P.C., CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. F/K/A CAPITAL ONE BANK Defendants 16 CH 8669 4928 SAINT PAUL COURT Hillside, IL 60162 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 August 28, 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 4928 SAINT PAUL COURT, Hillside, IL 60162 Property Index No. 15-07-401-0300000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $196,909.62.

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 16-079942.

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. 16-079942 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 16 CH 8669 TJSC#: 38-6038 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 MTGLQ INVESTORS, LP Plaintiff, -v.SALVADOR GUZMAN, RITA GUZMAN, CITIBANK, N.A. F/K/A CITIBANK, FSB AS MORTGAGEE UNDER DOCUMENT UNDER DOCUMENT 0521426004 Defendants 11 CH 026295 152 N. 22ND AVENUE MELROSE PARK, IL 60160 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 10, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 24, 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 152 N. 22ND AVENUE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60160 Property Index No. 15-10-102-0410000, Property Index No. 15-10102-042-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION ROUNDPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs.

JOHNNY J. WHITING AKA JOHNNY WHITING; 7314 RANDOLPH CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; RANDOLPH WEST NO. 2 CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 18 CH 4383 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, September 6, 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. 15-12-426-023-1024.

Commonly known as 7314 Randolph Street, Unit 4H, Forest Park, IL 60130.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 W17-0927.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3094192

221 S. 17TH AVE. MAYWOOD, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 4, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 13, 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 221 S. 17TH AVE., MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-10-400-0090000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $117,392.50.

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) 4221719 Please refer to file number 2120-14596.

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. 2120-14596 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 18 CH 01687 TJSC#: 38-3954 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.

I3087554

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 8, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 10, 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 22 S. 15TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-10-224-0190000; 15-10-224-020-0000.

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 14-17-03643.

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. 14-17-03643 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 004396 TJSC#: 38-4935 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.

I3093002

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 14-17-05481.

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. 14-17-05481 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 006256 TJSC#: 38-6096 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.

I3094563

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

RAMAH A LEE, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 16 CH 14576 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, September 11, 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 29 N IRVING AVE, HILLSIDE, IL 60162.

P.I.N. 15-18-229-005-0000.

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 Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602.

(312) 940-8580. 16-11325 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3094703

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.RICHARD THOMAS, JR., CATHERINE J. THOMAS Defendants 18 CH 01687

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.GUILLERMO C H AV E Z , RAYMUNDO REYES, SMITHROTHCHILD FINANCIAL COMPANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 004396 22 S. 15TH AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION MORTGAGE CLEARING CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.CRISTIAN ALBA, ILLINOIS FINANCE AUTHORITY, CITY OF DECATUR, THE 38 KING ARTHUR COURT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 006256 38 KING ARTHUR COURT, UNIT 6 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 July 23, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 30, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 38 KING ARTHUR COURT, UNIT 6, NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-30-402-0601006.

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).

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