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DNA, physical evidence points to Harry Carlsen, killed in 1943

By BOB UPHUES Editor

It’s been 75 years since anyone last saw Technical Sgt. Harry A. “Bud” Carlsen alive. Quite possibly it was his friend, Sgt. B.W. Robbins.

Members of the 2nd Marine Division’s 2nd Amphibious Tractor Battalion, Carlsen and Robbins were among the first troops to assault the Japanese defenses of Red Beach on the north side of tiny Betio Island in the Tarawa Atoll in

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Aiden Burns scampers through the inflatable slip-and-slide during the 30th Annual Maplewood Road Block Party on Aug. 18 in Riverside. For the story and more photos, turn to page 2.

Options mulled for Riverside village campus Estimated cost is between $22 million and $28.5 million

By BOB UPHUES Editor

Nine months after hiring an architecture firm to study and recommend options for a

possible new municipal complex, Riverside now knows what undertaking such a project will cost taxpayers.

And it’s not cheap.

During a presentation before the Riverside

Village Board on Aug. 16, Mark Bushhouse of Williams Architects laid out a pair of options for creating a new municipal complex east of the existing township hall that provide a more secure environment while creating greater di-

rect connection between village departments.

One of the two plans would expand parking for village staff, and both plans envision See VILLAGE CAMPUS on page 8

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The Landmark, August 22, 2018

On Maplewood Road, it’s all in the family Isolated Riverside street feels like a community of its own

By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

Karina Koncius was 9 years old in 1988 when the residents of Maplewood Road decided to have their first block party. She remembers it as a fun time -- so much so that 30 years later, Koncius is still enjoying the party, which celebrated its 30th anniversary on Aug. 18.

In 2017, Koncius, her husband, Rob, and their three sons, moved back to Maplewood Road, an isolated half mile long U-shaped street just south of 31st and west of Woodside Road in Riverside, after living for 14 years on Selborne Road.

Koncius had inherited the house she grew up in after her parents died. But her childhood home, a 1920s English Tudor, needed a lot of work so they made the difficult decision to tear down Karina’s childhood home and build new.

“It was very, very hard,” Koncius said. “We knew we wanted to move on, but at the same time, the memories, in every room, in every inch of it, was an emotional roller coaster.”

But while her house is different, the block she grew up on remains much the same.

“To come back and realize that there are still the old timers who are still here when I was here,” Koncius said at Saturday’s Maplewood block party. “It’s nice to see them -- familiar faces.”

Maplewood has a special atmosphere, because it is isolated. Few people enter other than those who live there. It’s almost a world of its own, even if it just a short walk away from L.J. Hauser Junior High School where Koncius teaches broadcasting and communications.

The secluded nature of the street makes it ideal for little kids who have the freedom to roam around but also can be easily watched.

It was an idyllic place for her two teenage children to grow up says, Nikki Hajer.

“They were able to do a lot more because we lived on this block and

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PARTY TIME: Kids and adults line up on Aug. 18 for the parade (above), which has kicked off the Maplewood Road Block Party for the past 30 years. Each year for the past six years, one family’s name is drawn to display the Maplewood Road Award outside their home. At left, this year’s winners, Deanna Zalas and Hayden Marrs, pose next to the award. For more photos visit online at www.RBLandmark.com.

BOB SKOLNIK/Contributor

because it was so protected,” Hajer said.

Many people active in Riverside public life live on Maplewood, including former Village President Michael Gorman, current Riverside Village Attorney Michael Marrs, current District 96 school board president Jeff Miller, Cook County Judge John Allegretti, former District 208 school board member Dan Moon and former District 208 Superintendent Chuck Klingsporn.

Former District 96 superintendent, and former interim District 208 superintendent David Bonnette lived on Maplewood until he moved out of town little more than one year ago.

The back yards of the houses on the west side of Maplewood slope down to the Des Plaines River making those homes some of the only one in Riverside with direct river access.

There are 56 homes on Maplewood and 162 residents. There has been an influx of young families with young children in recent years, rejuvenating the block and the block party.

Currently there are 58 children, including three sets of twins, under the age of 18 living on Maplewood.

But almost half the homes, 27, are occupied by empty nesters.

“There are a lot more kids than I

remember having when I was growing up so that’s neat for my kids,” Koncius said. “As a child you get to know the ins and outs of the block, and now as an adult I know the ins and outs of the blocks for my kids, so it’s neat.”

Many of the old-timers enjoy the influx of new families and young children.

“It makes it a lot more exciting,” said Dennis Topolski, who moved to Maplewood from Berwyn with his wife, Dolores, and two daughters 42 years ago in 1976. “There’s always action, kids running around, having a good time, and that’s a good deal.”

This year 30 of the 56 families, mostly the younger ones, attended the block party.

“It’s wonderful having a community,” said Tricia Baum, who was the lead organizer this year. “When we lived in Chicago, when we lived back in New York City, and other places we lived we didn’t know our neighbors and this block party helps.”

Baum and her husband Alex, the youngest homeowners on Maplewood, moved to Maplewood from the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago about five years ago.

“We wanted to be in a big city, but we wanted a small-town feel,” said Baum who grew up in Dubuque, Iowa.

The Durbins, who have twins, are the most recent family to buy a house on Maplewood. The bought

their house last November, moving over from Addison Road.

“The sense of community is awesome,” said Pete Durbin.

There is a Maplewood directory, now a Google Doc, which lists each resident, their address, phone numbers, email addresses, the year they moved in, the names of any children and the month of the children’s birthdays.

“Everyone has access to everyone else’s contact information,” said Tina Ritzler, who moved to Maplewood six years ago from LaGrange Park.

Six years ago, when there were fewer children on the block, the block party was losing steam. Nick and Lisa Lambros, who have lived on Maplewood for 17 years decided that it needed a jolt.

“It was kind of dwindling and it wasn’t very much fun, and so we did a lot of games for the kids and my husband said, ‘Well we need something exciting, we need an award,’” said Lisa Lambros.

Lisa Lambros and Gail Crossman, who died in May, found a log in the yard of Doug and Audrey Korslund’s home and created a sculpture by carving a river into the varnished wood. They called it the Maplewood Award.

Every year at the block party, a slip of paper with the name of each family who attends is put into a bag and the award winner is drawn by lot. The winner is supposed to display the Maplewood Award in their

front yard for a year and add something to it.

This year, the log had decayed, so Lambros created a new sculpture based on the old one. The winner this year was the Marrs family.

This year there was a core group of 17 women who did most of the party planning. This year’s party featured an inflatable bounce house, a piñata, a ride on a vintage fire truck owned by a friend of Allegretti, three-legged races, and egg-and-spoon race and a mixture of catered and home-cooked food including burritos, hot dogs, salad, and steak on a stick.

“Since it is an anniversary thing we’d thought we do some retro games,” Baum said.

The block party begins with a parade of kids on bikes and scooters and an adult -- this year Paul Gamboa, dressed in raccoon costume -calling everyone out into the street.

The party concludes after dark with a movie projected onto a white sheet draped over a garage with popcorn provided by a popcorn machine owned by the Conboys.

The adults enjoy watching the kids scamper around. It’s the one day a year that kids are allowed to play in the street.

“I’m happy to see the new little kids,” Nikki Hajer said. “I just remember back to my kids growing up here and what a great experience it was, so I’m glad another generation gets to experience that.”

The Landmark, August 22, 2018

Riverside invites residents to ‘Picnic Like It’s 1869’

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Zero-waste event at Swan Pond planned for Sept. 16

By BOB UPHUES Editor

Almost a year ago, the Riverside trustees overturned a longstanding ban on picnics in village parks.

To take advantage of that change and with Frederick Law Olmsted’s General Plan for Riverside approaching its 150th birthday next year, the village’s Landscape Advisory Commission is inviting the community to participate in a special family-friendly event, Picnic Like It’s 1869, which will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 16 on the bluff overlooking Swan Pond Park, along Burling Road just west of the Riverside Public Library.

Appearing before the Riverside Village Board and dressed in a homespun frock and bonnet, Landscape Advisory Chairwoman Cathy Maloney last week provided an example of how the commission is approaching this zero-waste event — by ditching the paper plates and plastic forks and getting into spirit of the 19th century.

That’s not to say Maloney expects people to don bustles and bonnets or waistcoats and bowlers. But she’s hoping that picnickers will approach the event the way their 19th-century counterparts would have — as a way to commune with nature.

“People’s objections to picnicking in recent history tended to be about litter and loud music, but that wasn’t the case when Olmsted and company were around,” Maloney said.

“It was about enjoying nature, and there were no disposable items.”

People would pack up their wicker hampers with everyday china, silverware and glassware, linen napkins and, of course, their food and drink. They’d bring along blankets or tables and make a day of it. When they left, visitors did so without a trace, said Maloney.

If there was music, it would be of the acoustic variety, of course, with perhaps some sing-

Editor Bob Uphues Sports Editor Marty Farmer

IMAGE COURTESY OF “RIVERSIDE IN 1871”

BACK IN TIME: An 1871 engraving shows people on “Picnic Island,” once part of Swan Pond Park in Riverside (you can see the water tower and Riverside Hotel complex above, on the bluff ) before the creek creating the island was filled in. ing. Picnic Like It’s 1869 will feature just such entertainment — local violinists and book readings in conjunction with the Riverside Public Library.

According to Maloney, people in 19th-century Chicago would travel for hours to farmers’ fields and other scenic locations to picnic. As a planned resort community with riverfront access and located on a train line, Riverside itself became a popular picnic area in its early years.

Images included in the Riverside Improvement Company’s sales brochure, “Riverside in 1871, with a Description of its Improvements Together with Some Engravings of Views and Buildings,” depicts handsomely attired ladies and gentlemen lounging in the parks and on the balcony of the refectory

(site of the Youth Center), taking in views of the river.

Olmsted’s plan includes a “picnic island” in Swan Pond Park, created by a small creek that once ran through it and, according to an engraving in the brochure, accessed by a wooden foot bridge.

Picnic Island is long gone and the park has had a tendency to be on the damp side in the past couple of years, but the Landscape Advisory Commission plans to offer nature tours of the park, describing how the park used to be and informing participants about the current planting effort, what they’re trying to accomplish, and how it’s going.

There’s no need to register to attend the event, which will not have a rain date in case of inclement weather.

Riverside, North Riverside cops crack down on impaired drivers

Police in North Riverside and Riverside are adding special traffic enforcement patrols through Sept. 4 as the department’s participate in Illinois “Drive Sober of Get Pulled Over” crackdown on impaired driving through Labor Day weekend.

The additional patrols are funded through federal grants administered through the Il-

linois Department of Transportation.

In addition, Riverside police will be joining a statewide initiative called “Saturation Saturday” with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) to raise awareness of the dangers of drunk and drugged driving by increasing enforcement to remove those drivers from the roadways.

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The Landmark, August 22, 2018

Cermak Road water main project resumes in September Phase two will replace pipe from 5th to 9th avenues

By BOB UPHUES Editor

The village of North Riverside will undertake phase two of its Cermak Road water main replacement project in early September after trustees voted to award a contract for the work at their meeting on Aug. 13.

Orland Park-based Riccio Construction was the only firm to submit a bid for work, which will replace the deteriorating 8-inch water main on the south side of Cermak Road between 5th Avenue and 9th Avenue with a new 12-inch main.

North Riverside will pay Riccio Construction $625,360 for the work, which should start shortly after Labor Day, according to Village Engineer John Fitzgerald. Work is scheduled to wrap up sometime between Halloween and Thanksgiving.

Last year the village started the water main replacement project, installing a new 12-inch main from First Avenue to 5th Avenue. The village will continue to install four-block sections of new main in 2019 and 2020, and will wrap up when the new main extends to 17th Avenue.

The existing 8-inch water main is under Cermak Road and is at least 70 years old.

Water pressure, especially fire flow, can be

an issue on the far west end of the village, since it is so far from the water tower, and the Cermak Road main has been prone to breaks in recent years.

In 2016, a major break at 7th Avenue resulted in the village issuing a boil order for a little more than a day.

“It will improve not only fire flow to the commercial corridor, but to the side streets as well, because they are connected to it,” said Fitzgerald of the new 12-inch main.

The old 8-inch main will be disconnected and abandoned in place under Cermak Road. The new 12-inch main will be installed under the sidewalk on the south side of Cermak Road.

That will result in a good portion of the sidewalk being removed during construction, and will cause some inconvenience in accessing businesses and multifamily residential buildings that line Cermak Road from 5th to 9th avenues.

At the end of each work day, said Fitzgerald, the excavated areas will be backfilled with stone to give access.

“They won’t be fully accessible to everyone, but they’ll be passable,” Fitzgerald said.

Sidewalks will be replaced once sections of the water main are installed, tested and chlorinated as construction progresses

west.

The work on the south parkway also means that the outside lane of traffic on eastbound Cermak Road is likely to be closed temporarily between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. when workers are on scene.

North Riverside has received a permit from the Illinois Department of Transportation to work in the state right-of-way but the village is not allowed to close any lanes to traffic during rush hours.

CDBG funding for water main Mayor Hubert Hermanek Jr. on Aug. 13 announced that North Riverside had been awarded $200,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant funds, which will be earmarked for an infrastructure project in 2019.

The money will help pay the cost for installing a new 8-inch water main along 3rd Avenue between Cermak Road and 24th Street. The new main will replace an aging 6-inch main.

According to Fitzgerald, the hope is to install the new main in the parkway, but that may not be possible depending on what engineers confront during the design phase.

“That’s always our preference, but you can’t always do that,” he said.

North Riverside approves street improvement work Street resurfacing projects will begin to pop up in a handful of locations in North Riverside after Labor Day, with work expected to be completed later in the fall.

Among the streets to receive attention are 22nd Place between 13th and 14th avenues, 23rd Street between 14th and 17th avenues and Park Avenue from 25th Street north to the cul-de-sac.

The scope of work includes the repair of deteriorated drainage structures, spot replacement of curb and gutter as well as a complete resurfacing of the asphalt pavement.

In addition to the resurfacing, asphalt patching projects will be completed at various locations around the village.

On Aug. 13, the village board voted to award the contract for the work to Cicerobased M&J Asphalt, which submitted the lowest of four bids at $182,568.

The work is being funded through the village’s share of state motor fuel tax revenues.

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Riverside road projects pushed to 2019 Metra station area makeover, street resurface bids come in over budget

By BOB UPHUES Editor

Two major infrastructure projects that were to have kicked off soon in Riverside will now be postponed until at least spring 2019 after construction bids came in well above initial estimates.

Riverside has rejected the low bids for both the pedestrian access/streetscape improvement project on Riverside and Bloomingbank roads in and around the downtown train station as well as the road resurfacing projects slated for Barrypoint Road, Forest Avenue and Herrick Road.

Bid were opened on Aug. 3, and the low bids for both projects came from Coal Citybased D Construction Inc. However, the bid for the pedestrian access/streetscape improvements near the train station came in at $648,292, about 19 percent over the village engineer’s revised estimate of $544,650. The village had budgeted even less -- $539,842 – for the project in 2018.

Instead of taking on the additional cost, the village will have the Illinois Department of Transportation rebid the project in January 2018.

IDOT is the lead agency for the project since 70 percent of the work is being funded through a federal Surface Transportation Program grant.

“We’re fairly hopeful they won’t come back as high,” said Community Development Director Sonya Abt. The project concentrates on creating a safer environment for pedestrians near the train station, including the creation of a brick paver plaza with raised planters near Riverside Road that will connect to the train station platform and station via a new raised sidewalk along Bloomingbank Road.

The plaza will force the new right-turn lane farther south on Riverside Road to prevent cars stopping on the railroad tracks to allow pedestrians to navigate the existing long crosswalk.

The streetscape on the east side of Riv-

erside Road will be made over to match the streetscape north of the tracks.

Abt said that if the bidding goes well next January, construction around the train station and on Riverside Road would start in April and wrap up in late June.

Platform work imminent While the streetscape work around the train station is postponed, work will begin on the train platforms both north and south of the tracks in the next couple of weeks.

In July, the village board awarded a $274,439 contract to Martam Construction Company to perform repairs to reset brick pavers on the south platform, replace stairways leading to the south platform and install new ADA-compliant hand railings and remove platform trip hazards.

The project also includes replacing the bases of columns supporting the roof of the north platform.

According to Public Works Director Edward Bailey, the north platform work will

result in the closure of the diagonal parking spaces along the north platform for several weeks.

Areas of the platforms may be restricted at times during construction.

Road resurfacing postponed Riverside has also rejected the low bid from D Construction Inc. to resurface the entire length of Barrypoint Road, Forest Avenue from the Des Plaines River bridge to Longcommon Road and Herrick Road between Longcommon Road and North Cowley Road.

The work is being postponed, because the low bid came in at $815,139. The engineer’s estimate for the work was $754,467. The work will be paid for by a combination of federal Surface Transportation Program grant funds and the village’s share of state motor fuel tax revenues.

The resurfacing project will be rebid, along with the train station pedestrian/ streetscape project in January 2019.

The Landmark, August 22, 2018

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Riverside board takes a pass on rezoning medical office Owner says he may donate property to charity

By BOB UPHUES Editor

The owner of an Ogden Avenue medical office building in Riverside says he may simply donate the property to charity and walk away from it after village trustees voted unanimously on Aug. 16 to reject a request to rezone the property in order to convert the building to condominiums.

Dr. Tahir Sheikh, who has owned the property since 1983, told trustees he simply couldn’t continue to lose more than $100,000 a year on a building that has just 17 percent occupancy and has become difficult to either lease or sell.

“I just cannot continue to see how I can drain myself year after year after year,” Sheikh said. “More than half of my salary is going into this.”

This spring, Sheikh brought forward a plan to convert the medical office building into 12 condominiums. In order to do that, he needed the property’s zoning changed from B1-C, a strictly commercial designation which does not allow ground-floor residential occupancy, to B1-TC, which does.

In May, the Riverside Planning and Zoning Commission recommended the zoning

7234 Ogden Ave., Riverside change with some conditions, including bringing the parking lot into conformity with village codes.

The following month, the village board delayed action on rezoning, asking Sheikh to make another effort to either sell or lease the property. Sheikh has again listed the property for sale at $1.5 million.

He said he has also attempted to lease spaces by offering rental rates as low as $7 per

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square foot, but continues to have no takers.

“We have done everything possible we can do,” Sheikh said.

On Aug. 16, trustees learned that Sheikh could not provide enough parking spaces in his lot for 12 condominiums, and that Sheikh was now proposing nine condo units.

Trustee Michael Sedivy, who expressed reservations about the rezoning back in June, said the loss of three condo units would mean the property would produce even less in property tax revenue than GOOGLE MAPS the mostly vacant building contributes now.

If the condos attracted families with children who use school services, rezoning the property would result in a negative financial benefit to the village.

“I think we lose significant money on that based upon the services that would be consumed,” Sedivy said. “From a village perspective, I cannot understand why we would consider this as the highest and best use of that property.”

Trustee Wendell Jisa also said he didn’t

support rezoning scarce commercial property in the Ogden-Harlem area.

“Turing a commercial opportunity into residential homes is a huge mistake for the community,” Jisa said.

Jisa suggested perhaps Sheikh was having a hard time selling the property because of the high asking price. The outstanding mortgage on the property, Sheikh confirmed, was about $630,000.

“You’re asking $900,000 over the mortgage,” Jisa said, “maybe that’s a way for you to be more aggressive on the price.”

Part of the resistance to rezoning is the fact that the property sits immediately west of the Loyola Medicine Professional Building at 3722 Harlem Ave. Rezoning Sheikh’s property would stand in the way of possibly assembling the two properties in the future for a significant commercial development if Loyola ever wants to sell its land.

Community Development Director Sonya Abt said she has reached out to Loyola and has learned that they have no intent to sell the property at this time. The professional building is not fully occupied, but it houses three physician groups, a diabetes center, a wound-care clinic and an outpatient imaging center.

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The Landmark, August 22, 2018

BIG WEEK August 22-29

The Great Marijuana Debate

The League of Women Voters of the LaGrange Area in partnership with the Coalition for a Drug Free Lyons Township will host “The Great Marijuana Debate” about the legalization of cannabis on Tuesday, Aug. 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the LaGrange Village Hall, 53 S. LaGrange Road.

An expert panel representing a wide range of views will present information on the topic as the state considers legalization of cannabis for recreational use.

The event is free and open to the public.

For more info, email to league@lagrangearealwv.org or visit www.lagrangearealwv.org.

Riverside craft beer fest

Riverside Foods, the Frederick Law Olmsted Society and the Riverside Arts center will host the fourth annual HopStop Craft Beer Festival on Saturday, Aug. 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. in front of the arts center at 32 E. Quincy St. in downtown Riverside.

Sample offerings from craft brewers, cideries and Riverside’s own Quincy Street Distillery. An art auction will be staged in the Riverside Arts Center with bidding during the festival.

Enjoy food from Flur and La Barra, and live music from four bands, along with art activities for kids (sign up through the arts center). Proceeds benefit the Olmsted Society and Riverside Arts Center.

Tickets ($40, includes tasting glass) can be purchased at riversidehopstop.com.

Comboni Fest

Trivia night at the zoo

Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Road in Brookfield, will host its first Trivia Night, for adults 21 and older (photo ID required for entrance), on Saturday, Aug. 25, starting at 6 p.m. at the Pavilions.

The evening includes music, food and drinks and plenty of trivia. Winners from each round will receive prizes courtesy of Miller Lite, and animals from the zoo’s animal ambassador program will make appearances throughout the event.

Tickets are $35 each or $210 for a table of six and include parking and regular zoo admission, along with three drink tickets. Food is available for purchase.

To make reservations or for more info, visit www.

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And more Brookfield Elks Lodge #1510, 9022 31st St., seeks to offer two 4-hour sessions on how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance abuse from the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI). The classes would be free and open to the general public. Before dates are chosen the Elks need to gauge interest and compile a list of potential attendees. If you are interested contact Robert Rolewicz by Sept.

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The Frederick Law Olmsted Society will hold its next walking tour of historic Riverside on Aug. 26 from 2 to 4 p.m. with a stroll through the village’s south division. Meet at the east platform of the Riverside train station, 90 Bloomingbank ■

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The Comboni Mission Center, 1615 E. 31st St. (at Raymond Avenue) in LaGrange Park, hosts its La annual Comboni Fest on annu SSaturday, t d AAug. 25.

The free event, which is open to the public, starts with an outdoor Mass at 3 p.m., followed by the fest, featuring a pig roast, tiki bar, pizza, tacos, cannoli, a basket auction, kids’ activities and more.

Entertainment by the Ballet Folklorico Sones Mexicanos and Nino Folino.

Photo courtesy of Berwyn Route 66 Car Show

Route 66 Car Show

The 28th Annual Berwyn Route 66 Car Show will be held on Ogden Avenue between Oak Park and Ridgeland avenues on Saturday, Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

One of the area’s biggest car shows, it featured more than 550 vintage and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles. There’s also live entertainment and food.

Spectator admission is free, and for those seeking an early peek, vehicles start arriving at 7 a.m.

Road. Tickets are $20 ($15 for seniors and society members). Learn more at www.olmstedsociety.org.

Compassion Factory Gallery, 9210 Broadway Ave. in Brookfield, continues its exhibition, “Paper and Stitch,” featuring the work of artists Chai Wolfman and Don Widmer through Sept. 8. 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.

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 ■

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Ave. Weekly special events and live music.

Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd., hosts “Haunted Bachelor’s Grove” on Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. Wendy Moxley Roe and Karl Kochmann, photographers and researchers for Ursula Bielski’s book, will talk about the history of the Midlothian grove and cemetery. On Aug. 27 at 7 p.m., have “Iced Tea with Amber the Coffee Maker,” featuring Brookfield’s favorite barista. Tasting provided. Registration required for both programs at 708-485-6917, ext. 130 or www.brookfieldlibrary.info.

North Riverside Public Library, 2400 Desplaines Ave., hosts a Senior Drop-in on Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Meeting Room. Play cards and socialize every Friday. For kids, there’s Open Play Drop-in (ages 2-5) on Aug. 23 and 28 at 10:30 a.m.

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and Bilingual Storytime (ages 2+) on Aug. 29 at 10:30 a.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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The Landmark, August 22, 2018

KOSEY CORNER

Changing with Brookfield through the years

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his is a big year for you Brookfield -- 125 years, in fact. As one might well imagine there has been much progress and many changes in the village originally called Grossdale until it was changed to Brookfield in 1905.

It was Samuel Eberly Gross, a lawyer turned real estate investor, who “founded” the community, hence the name Grossdale. The year was 1888.

In 1889, he began selling lots and in 1893 its new residents voted to officially incorporate the municipality, hence the reason for this year’s celebration. In 1905 the village board voted to change the name to Brookfield, but the founder’s name can still be seen on the former main train station, which is now home to the village’s historical museum as well as S.E. Gross Middle School.

It has been nice to observe Brookfield’s growth and change over the years, and having grown up in Riverside, I have observed many of the changes up close.

Eight Corners is a fun place to explain to newcomers or outsiders. At one time, the roundabout was not there, and when people asked how we navigated it, I would simply reply that you would close your eyes, point your car in the direction you wanted to go and step on the gas. It now is more navigable, if people aim to be polite as they venture around.

I also remember going to the Jewel, now CVS, or Fingerhut Bakery, now Mary’s Morning Mix-Up and Fisher’s Drug store, now Brookfield Ale House.

Our favorite? Sir Gerold’s Pub located on the north side of the tracks where a condominium building now stands. It was a great restaurant and had a separate bar area where area people would meet, socialize and imbibe.

Walking into the establishment, you would be see a large suit of armor almost like a sentry. I think there may have been a few attempts to abscond with the armor, which may have happened after someone had over socialized.

Sir Gerold’s was owned and operated by Blanche and Lou Kucera, who made “regulars” feel like family. For many years it was where the Riverside Kiwanis met.

I have patronized many of the shops in Brookfield over the years. For the Birds near Eight Corners is one of Husband Joe’s most frequently stops, getting his bird seed and an occasional gift for me (that is not bird seed) since the shop has many nice gift items.

Well congrats, Brookfield. There will be more to write as you continue your celebration. I’ll be glad to celebrate with you!

JOANNE KOSEY

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Dems targeting local Cook County Board seat

Abdelnasser Rashid seeks to oust Sean Morrison in 17th District

By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

What a difference four years make.

Back in 2014, there was no Democratic candidate in the race for Cook County commissioners in the 17th District, a slice of western Cook County that runs from Tinley Park on the south to Des Plaines on the north and includes almost all of Riverside ABDELNASSER RASHID SEAN MORRISON and Brookfield north of Southview Action League.

Avenue.

Rashid said that, unlike Morrison, he This year, 29-year-old Harvard graduate Abdelnasser Rashid is mounting would be a full-time commissioner.

“I’m not going to be distracted by some a challenge to incumbent Republican Sean Morrison, who was appointed to corporate job,” Rashid said. “That’s his the Cook County Board seat in 2015 to focus. Being a commissioner is just a replace Liz Gorman after she resigned to side gig for him.”

Rashid attacked Morrison for lobbying take a job in the private sector. local governments to opt Rashid, who lives in out of the Cook County Justice, is the son of Palminimum-wage increase. estinian immigrants.

“He is one of the largest If elected, he would be voices against workers in the first Arab Muslim to this county, and I’m going be elected to the county to be a strong advocate for board. Rashid has been workers and a strong partactive in politics since ner with labor,” Rashid the 2008 presidential camsaid. paign of Barack Obama.

In 2016, Hillary Clinton In 2016, he was deputy ABDELNASSER RASHID carried the 17th District director in Illinois for the 17th District candidate with 50.4 percent of the Bernie Sanders for Presivote and the Cook County dent campaign, and in Democratic Party, its cof2015 he was the field direcfers bolstered by a recent tor for the mayoral cam$500,000 contribution from paign of Jesus “Chuy” gubernatorial candidate Garcia. billionaire J.B. Pritzker, is This spring he served as the deputy campaign manager for targeting Morrison and two of the other the successful Fritz Kaegi campaign for three Republicans on the 17-member Cook County assessor. Rashid serves as county board.

“We know the district is our favor,” the co-chairman of the Illinois/Chicago chapter of Our Revolution, an offshoot Rashid told his supporters noting that he received nearly twice as many votes of the Sanders presidential campaign.

Rashid has worked for nearly three in the March primary than Morrison years as Deputy Chief of Staff for Cook when they were both unopposed.

The Cook County Democratic Party is County Clerk David Orr and before that worked for about two years as a policy prepared to spend upwards of $100,000 director for the Illinois Coalition for Im- on Rashid’s campaign and has already migrant and Refugee Rights. paid for a poll that showed Rashid with At an event at Steak + Vine restaurant a 1-point lead over Morrison. in LaGrange on Aug. 9, Rashid was enCook County Board President Toni dorsed by Indivisible Brookfield and by Preckwinkle is the new chairwoman of Cristin Evans, a Riverside resident who the Cook County Democratic Party and is leader of Indivisible West Suburban is eager to defeat Morrison, who was one

“We know the district is our favor.”

of the leaders of successful repeal of the tax on sweetened beverages that Preckwinkle supported.

Morrison, of Palos Park, says that leading the effort to repeal the sweetened beverage tax was one of his biggest achievements in his three years on the county board. He said he opposed other tax increases and led efforts to cut county spending to the tune of $82 million this year.

Morrison says that taxes will be a big issue in this fall’s campaign.

“There is a terrible disparity between the services received by suburban Cook County and the amount of revenue that we put in through taxes,” Morrison said. “He doesn’t think so. He thinks we need to be taxed more; I don’t.”

Morrison, who founded and runs a private security firm, Morrison Security, called Rashid a socialist who has never held a private sector job.

“He’s a political operative,” Morrison said. “He’s worked for the Our Revolution socialist group. He goes on and off political payrolls so he’s a payroll dolt.”

Morrison said that the minimum wage should be set statewide, and he doesn’t believe that Cook County has the authority to set a minimum wage.

Some Rashid supporters are crying foul at a mailer from the Morrison campaign, showing an exploding mailbox spewing mud with the caption “Uh oh, More political mud from Abdelnasser.”

“The mailer from Sean Morrison with the mailbox exploding on the front side of it captures all the egregious, unethical, terrible stereotypes that are being promoted about Muslims,” said Mitzi Norton, a co-founder of Indivisible Brookfield. “He is trying to paint a picture of this man as an Islamic terrorist, and I am so offended that Sean Morrison represents me.”

But Morrison defended the piece, saying it is a cartoon image sent in response to negative attacks the Rashid campaign has leveled at him.

Morrison acknowledged that he is facing a tough race but predicted he would win handily.

“He’s going to have a lot of money to spend,” Morrison said.

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The Landmark, August 22, 2018

VILLAGE CAMPUS

OPTION A — Main Level Site & Floor Plan

River views from page 1

creating parking areas in the greenspace along the river east of the Swinging Bridge.

The plans also, to different degrees, try to provide more direct connections and views of the river both for staff and the public.

In terms of what such plans would cost, Bushhouse estimated that it would be anywhere between $22 million and $28.5 million, an amount that would trigger a referendum for voters to decide.

“We know it’s a lot,” Bushhouse told members of the village board, “but it does get these projects done for you.”

Should the village board decide to scrap the idea of building a new facility, Bushhouse estimated that it would cost between $7 million and $9 million to rehabilitate and update the existing village facilities.

That would leave village staff to operate in offices that are not securely connected and are in some cases inadequate to house such things as next generation fire engines or separate sleeping quarters for both male and female firefighter/paramedics.

Bushhouse said if the village decides to go the remodel route, that work ought to be done soon and at the same time to get efficiencies of scale for construction.

There was no discussion of how the village staff and emergency services would continue to operate while a new or remodeled municipal campus was under construction.

During the months-long investigation into existing conditions, space programming and site exploration, said Village President Ben Sells, the only viable location for a new municipal facility was the area immediately east of the township hall.

“It’s hard for me to imagine any other spot in town where we have this much space,” Sells said.

According to Sells, other locations looked at included the southeast corner of First and Forest Avenue. However, that was ruled out for a couple of reasons.

All of the property, except for the Parkview Road cutoff, is owned by the Cook County Forest Preserve District. Even if the county was willing to part with the land, it is located within a designated flood way, where building is prohibited.

The only other village-owned location with enough room to house such a complex is Harrington Park, which faces Harlem Avenue.

However, there did not appear to be any enthusiasm for giving up the park for such a facility.

Trustee Wendell Jisa asked if planners had considered the north side of East Burlington Street, between the Village Center and Riverside Foods as a possible location. The properties between the two buildings are privately owned, but vacant.

However, Sells and other trustees balked at giving up such a large chunk of the commercial downtown, taking those properties off the tax rolls and introducing a competing use there.

OPTION B — Main Level Site & Floor Plan

IMAGES COURSTESY OF VILLAGE OF RIVERSIDE

BIG PLANS: Williams Architects presented two options for remaking the Riverside municipal campus by converting existing office space to house recreation and administrative staff, building a new police/fire facility, and a four-bay fire vehicle room. The plans also address parking and provide greater connection to the river. The costs are estimated at between $22 million and $28.5 million.

Both options presented to the village board on Aug. 16 contemplate demolishing the old service garage, public works garage and youth center buildings which line the rear of the campus.

The plans would keep the shells of existing village-owned office space, including the existing village hall office, the police department and fire station. Those areas would be gutted and reconstructed. In both scenarios, recreation staff would occupy what is now the village hall offices, while administration, finance and community development would occupy the areas now housing police and fire.

Both plans envision the construction of a new police/fire facility with a large four-bay fire vehicle storage garage to the east. Both plans create a new main entry at the rear of the existing fire station, next to a new visitor parking area.

Where the plans differ is in how staff

and police parking are handled. While both would create a new staff parking area east of the Swinging Bridge, Option B shows that lot would slope down to the west to a depth of 13 feet, which would lead into a secure underground police patrol and staff parking area under the new police/fire facility.

In Option A, the staff parking area is disconnected from the campus, and covered surface parking for police patrol vehicles is behind the township hall next to a new sally port.

The two plans also differ in how they take advantage of the riverfront. Option B’s plan is more ambitious, creating a walking path along the river that also connects to a green roof/sitting area behind the township hall that is accessible to the public and to the second floor of the new police/fire facility.

The plans presented on Aug. 16 did not go into any detail about the architectural style of a new facility or whether it would match

or otherwise complement the existing township hall.

Bushhouse mentioned that the plan could also incorporate an additional story on the new police/fire facility, if the village wanted to seek a private partner to create a multipurpose space that could be used for events, conferences or other private or public gatherings.

In addition to such as space, Sells suggested opening up a greater area behind the new facility as a space for public use at all times.

“If we’re going to make this work for the community as a whole, and not just with regard to just police and fire, we really need to focus on how we can maximize this for public use on a continual basis and not just at off hours,” Sells said.

Next steps will include village staff exploring options for funding and scheduling public meetings to gather input and answer question from the community.

The Landmark, August 22, 2018

CARLSEN Closure

from page 1 the Central Pacific on Nov. 20, 1943.

“He was only a few yards to my left at the time [Carlsen was killed],” Robbins wrote in February 1944 to Anne Miles, a New Zealander with whom Carlsen had become romantically involved during a rest period after the Battle of Guadalcanal.

“And only a few minutes before, he waved to me and smiled.”

Carlsen, 31, who lived in Brookfield until he left to enlist in the Marines shortly after Pearl Harbor, was cut down by Japanese machine gun fire, hit in the head and possibly the right hand and leg.

Three months after the battle, Marine Chaplain Douglas Vernon wrote to Harry’s mother, Amelia, who lived at 8928 Southview Ave., describing her son’s actions that day.

“Technical Sgt. Harry A. Carlsen landed with our first troops,” Vernon wrote. “He climbed out of the tractor in which he had come ashore. While he was rushing a Japanese machine gun emplacement, the enemy fire killed him instantly.”

Mae Yates, Harry’s sister, later wrote repeatedly to the Marines asking after her brother’s personal effects.

“I am asking in the interests of my mother, who is up in years, and who will never be satisfied until she receives some definite information as to the whereabouts of Harry’s personal belongings, as she feels that is all she has left to look forward to,” Yates wrote to the Marine Corps commandant in March 1945.

Two years later, the family received a letter explaining that not only did they have no personal effects, they didn’t know what had happened to Carlsen’s remains.

But, now, the mystery is over.

On June 4, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency confirmed the identification of Carlsen’s remains through DNA testing and dental and skeletal records.

The announcement to Carlsen’s relatives in July capped a decade of trying to finally

BOB UPHUES/EDITOR

A LONG JOURNEY: On Aug. 16, Hattie Johnson, head of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency’s Marines Corps’ section (above), met with Ed Spellman (above, right) to present the agency’s report identifying the remains of Spellman’s great uncle, Harry A. Carlsen (bottom left, at right) who was killed in action during the Battle of Tarawa in 1943. After the 3-day battle for Betio Island (below, center), Carlsen was buried in a cemetery just below the far east end of the island airstrip. Bottom right, Marines lay dead on Red Beach, where Carlsen was killed, after the Nov. 20, 1943 assault. The U.S. government will provide a burial with full military honors for Carlsen in the coming months. identify his remains, an effort kick started by Carlsen’s niece, Nancy Spellman.

“To be able to close it just feels good,” said Ed Spellman, Nancy’s son and grandson of Harry Carlsen’s sister, Josephine.

Ed Spellman said the family didn’t talk much about Harry’s death. He knew his great uncle had died at Tarawa, but that’s about all.

“Whenever the subject came up with my grandmother, you saw and felt her pain,” Ed Spellman said.

But Nancy Spellman enjoyed investigating the family genealogy, and the mystery of her missing uncle, whom she remembered in an interview with the Landmark in 2010 as “a John Wayne type. A big hunky guy,” was intriguing.

Nancy and Ed Spellman began really push-

ing for the identification of unknown remains from Betio Island after the publication of the book “Tarawa’s Gravediggers” by Bill Niven, which painstakingly sought to identify those who were buried, in small and large groups, in more than two dozen burial sites on the island. Harry Carlsen’s name appears in that book.

Prior to her death in 2011 at the age of 77, Nancy Spellman had provided DNA to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. But, progress was painstakingly slow, and Spellman’s son, Ed, took up the cause.

But he became frustrated with the glacial pace of the agency’s efforts and had given up hope that he’d have an answer soon.

Finally, in 2016, the order was given to exhume the 94 sets of unidentified remains from

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the Battle of Tarawa that had been moved from Betio Island in 1949 and interred at the National Cemetery of the Pacific in Hawaii.

Since June 2017, the agency through DNA and other analysis has positively identified more than 30 Marines killed on Betio Island whose remains had been unaccounted for.

In 2017, the agency disinterred the remains known as X-82, which had been identified back in 2012 by a former agency analyst as a “most likely match” for Carlsen. It turned out that analyst had been correct.

On July 31, out of the blue, Ed Spellman received a call confirming identification from the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency.

“Once the call came there was no resentment or bitterness,” said Ed Spellman. “It’s overshadowed by the sense of peace and closure. It’s a very satisfying feeling.”

But, the agency also revealed that some of Carlsen’s remains had been left behind, shrouded in a camouflage poncho, and buried in the sand of Betio Island since 1943.

Those remains were unearthed in 2013 by a nonprofit organization called Honor Flight, which has traveled to Betio Island several times in the past decade, excavating sites that were turned into Marine cemeteries immediately after the three-day battle, which killed more than 1,100 Marines, about 3,600 Japanese troops and 1,100 Korean laborers.

Skeletal remains unearthed in 2013, along with shoe and poncho fragments, were taken to Hawaii for analysis. DNA extracted from the skeletal remains recovered from Betio Island in 2013 matched the X-82 remains in Hawaii since 1949.

On Aug. 16, Hattie Johnson, head of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency’s Marines Corps’ section, traveled to Ed Spellman’s home in St. Charles to meet with a half dozen of Harry Carlsen’s relatives and present the agency’s findings and to begin arranging for Carlsen to be buried with full military honors at a cemetery of the family’s choosing.

Family members are still weighing where to lay Carlsen to rest.

In his February 1944 letter to Carlsen’s girlfriend, Anne Miles, Sgt. Robbins closed by writing, “Keep your chin up, my friend, and one day this whole thing will be over.”

After 75 years, it finally is.

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The Landmark, August 22, 2018

P O L I C E

R E P O R T S

Sentry calls police after man tries climbing armory fence A soldier at the National Guard Armory, 8660 Cermak Road in North Riverside, called police on Aug. 8 at 5:30 p.m. after a man who had been turned away from the base twice that day was seen trying to climb the security fence near the main entrance.

According to the police report, the man, whose age and place of residence were not provided, arrived at the front gate for the first time about 2 p.m., telling the sentry he needed to see a recruiter about going from National Guard duty to active U.S. Army duty.

When the on-duty recruiter reportedly told the sentry that the man had been dishonorably discharged from the National Guard, the sentry told him he was not welcome at their property.

About 4 p.m. as the sentry opened the gates to allow a vehicle to enter, the same man came running toward the gate, where he was again denied entry and told to speak to the recruiter at the North Riverside Park Mall.

At 5:20 p.m., the man returned and allegedly started climbing the security fence. The sentry told him to leave, but the man refused, prompting the call to police.

Police arrived and searched the man and his backpack. They found no contraband or suspicious items. He also had no criminal history, so police sent him on his way.

Riverside burglary suspect charged Riverside police on Aug. 14 arrested Izalis Morales, 19, of Chicago, one of two people they believe were involved in stealing an SUV, as well as multiple burglaries to vehicles and a garage last month in the 100 blocks of Longcommon and Nuttall roads.

Morales had been arrested Aug. 10 along with a male suspect by Winnebago County

Sheriff ’s Police near Rockford. The man, identified as Darvis R. Dennis, 30, was charged with burglary, possession of a stolen motor vehicle and possession of stolen license plates.

Morales was charged with criminal trespass to a vehicle.

Morales was released into the custody of detectives from Riverside and South Barrington, where she and Dennis are also suspected of having committed burglaries.

In the meantime, Riverside police obtained a search warrant for a storage locker in Chicago where they found more than 250 items of stolen property.

According to Police Chief Thomas Weitzel, Dennis would steal items and often a vehicle to transport them out of an area, while Morales’ role was to sell the stolen property using an app called Let Go. Riverside charged Morales with felony possession of stolen property and possession of a motor vehicle stolen from a Riverside driveway in July. She has also been charged by South Barrington police and is being investigated by police in New Lenox, Hinsdale, Burr Ridge, Indiana and Wisconsin.

Dennis is still being held in Winnebago County. Riverside police were planning to interview him there on Aug. 21.

Burglary ■ A resident of the 3200 block of Madison Avenue, Brookfield, went to police on Aug. 18 to report that between 1 and 6:45 a.m. someone entered his work van, which was parked in the driveway, and removed an iPad and iPhone 7S. There were no signs of forced entry, said police.

■ Brookfield police responded to a residence in the 3100 block of Vernon Avenue on Aug. 18

to report that a snow blower had been stolen from her garage. According to the police report, the overhead garage door had been left open for a time the prior week. Nothing else was reported missing from the garage.

Criminal damage ■ Riverside police responded to an apartment building in the first block of Forest Avenue after a management company employee called to report that the rear entry door to a wing of the building had been forced open.

There were no pry marks or shoe prints, police said. Rather, the door appeared to have been forced open by someone using a foot or shoulder. Police found the basement storage lockers to be in order and no other rear doors appeared to have been tampered with.

■ A 19-year-old Riverside woman called police on Aug. 14 to report that her mother’s black Volvo, which had been parked in the lot near the post office at 45 E. Burlington St. while she was inside for 15-20 minutes, had been vandalized. Someone left an open plastic jar of petroleum jelly oozing onto the hood of the car.

■ A resident of the 700 block of Selborne Road, Riverside, called police on Aug. 13 to report that someone had dumped a can of Spaghetti-O’s over the back window of his daughter’s vehicle, which was parked in the driveway.

Two weeks earlier, a can of baked beans was dumped on the car.

■ Brookfield police responded to a home in the 4200 block of Forest Avenue after a resident called to report someone throwing rocks at her home.

Police found multiple landscaping bricks lying around the home’s exterior, along with

damage to three windows and the glass front door to the home.

Bowling alley doors found open Brookfield police responded to the shuttered Brookfield Bowl, 3415 Maple Ave., which is owned by the village and is slated for redevelopment. An anonymous caller informed police that the doors to the bowling alley were unlocked.

An officer reported finding both the north and east side doors open, but no trespassers were discovered during a walk-through of the interior of the building, which remains cluttered with debris, including bowling pins and balls, chairs and more.

The building was secured without incident.

Stolen vehicle recovered North Riverside police on Aug. 7 recovered a black Infiniti SUV that was stolen out of Minneapolis, Minnesota, after stopping a Broadview man who was driving it eastbound on Cermak Road at 6th Avenue at 5:50 p.m.

Police initially reported that the vehicle was being stopped for speeding, but a check of the registration showed the vehicle had been stolen. The driver later was released without being charged. The investigation was turned over to the Illinois Secretary of State police.

These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Riverside, North Riverside and Brookfield police departments, Aug. 7-19, 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 VIEW

Finding Sgt. Carlsen No ‘witness trees’ but walnut canopy beckons

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n 2013 when we last wrote about the efforts of what was then called the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) to identify the unknown remains of war dead recovered from battlefields all over the world, it seemed unlikely that we’d ever know just what happened to Harry “Bud” Carlsen, a Brookfield man who was killed on Nov. 20, 1943 during U.S. Marines’ assault of Betio Island during the Battle of Tarawa.

At the time, JPAC was a mess, seemingly incapable of doing its job, even though experts had solid information pointing to likely matches for remains that JPAC had on its hands.

Even then, there was information pointing to Harry Carlsen as a likely match for the remains known only as X-82, and JPAC had DNA from one of Carlsen’s relatives to compare with those remains. That same year, a private nonprofit had recovered more remains from Betio Island and turned them over to JPAC. It turned out some of those remains also matched X-82.

In 2015, the Department of Defense, fed up with JPAC’s ineffectiveness, killed it.

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), which took its place, began aggressively trying to identify the 94 sets of remains recovered from Betio Island in the years following the war, along with the remains of those recovered from other conflicts.

Since mid-2017, more than 30 of the Tarawa unknowns have been identified, along with scores of others from World War II, Korea and Vietnam.

Also in 2017, DPAA ordered the remains of X-82 exhumed from a grave marked “Unknown” at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Hawaii. The DNA evidence provided almost a decade ago by Carlsen’s niece, the late Nancy Spellman, proved crucial to the identifying the remains known as X-82 as Carlsen.

While the mystery of Harry Carlsen has been solved, the remains of thousands of those killed while serving in this nation’s wars continue to be either unidentified or missing.

Some will never be recovered. But for the remains that have been recovered, we owe it to the families of the missing to continue the effort to identify them. For those killed in World War II and even Korea, time is running out for those living who may have known a fallen loved one.

Nancy Spellman likely attended, along with other family members, the memorial service held for Harry Carlsen in 1943 at First Congregational Church, just across Maple Avenue from S.E. Gross School in Brookfield, but the fact that his remains were never recovered clearly gnawed at family members, and to learn a few years after the war that the Marine Corps essentially had lost track of Carlsen’s remains must have been crushing.

While his immediate family and relatives who knew Carlsen, like Nancy Spellman, did not live to see Carlsen’s remains identified and buried with honor, another niece who knew Carlsen and others, like Nancy’s son, Ed, will see it. And there’s comfort and closure, finally, in that knowledge.

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he trail is sun-dappled.

It begins in the gravel parking lot of Callahan Grove at Cermak and Desplaines and winds invisibly south through dew-wet grass.

It’s early enough that traffic is still light and the natural sounds of the grove -- cicadas tuning up loudly, jays bleating in the riverine woodlot, wind passing through black walnut and maple trees -- can be heard above the cars and crossovers and roaring, monster pick-ups that are already starting to thicken.

My wife and child have joined me on an arboreal scavenger hunt for few old white oaks that appear on an online map compiled by the Chicago Region Trees Initiative marking so-called “witness trees.” Also known as bearing trees, these trees were used as natural landmarks by land surveyors in the 19th century as they platted Illinois.

The witness tree project is based at the Morton Arboretum and involves the Field Museum, the federal government and several research universities, and the idea is to get people out into the local woods and local parkways to search for any of these surviving landmark trees -- all of which would now be older than 200 years.

The witness tree map showed three possible specimens at Callahan Grove, all white oaks. All were marked with GPS coordinates based on old logbooks.

Melissa Custic, coordinator of the Chicago Region Trees Initiative, warned me that most of these trees are long gone.

In fact, many were used to mark planned roadways and did not survive the horse-drawn carriage era. The Chicago Region map has about 14,000 witness tree locations on it, and since that map went live earlier this year only about 25 trees have been identified, Custic said.

The situation in Callahan Grove is much the same. There are no surviving witness trees in the grove. At least one gave way to Cermak Road and who knows what happened to two others that GPS coordinates place south of 22nd Street. The grove lacks white oaks of any size and is now home to a pretty sizable community of chestnut trees and a smaller, more sickly clumping of maples.

Visitors to Schuth’s Grove across Cermak will find two excellent white oaks just off the west side of the parking lot near the picnic gazebo but neither is marked on the map as a Chicago Region witness tree. One of these oaks is at least three-feet around; it deserves a visit, and it also deserves to have fewer charcoal briquets dumped at its base.

Back at Callahan Grove, there is no gazebo, no grill, no paved parking lot. It’s refreshingly rustic and still features a hand-pump for drinking water. The chestnut trees on the west side of the property have established a thick overstory that beckons visitors to step beneath and pause for a bit. A comically large spider tends its web. Mallards hurtle by overhead toward the river.

Later, driving past on Desplaines, I see a family has spread a picnic blanket beneath the walnuts. Another couple walks a golden lab nearby.

Late summer beneath the witness trees of tomorrow.

The Chicago Region Tree Initiative witness tree map and project details are at chicagorti.org/WitnessTrees.

Multiple other witness tree locations are marked in Riverside and Brookfield, and one more is marked along the Salt Creek Trail in North Riverside.

BRETT MCNEIL

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

Write to him at brett@rblandmark.com.

LETTERS

Brookfield summer concerts were great A huge thank you to the village of Brookfield for providing a wonderful summer of Friday night entertainment at Kiwanis Park.

The variety of music was terrific and food delicious. Keep it up.

Mary Movrich Brookfield

All North Riverside employees respected As usual, I sat through the North Riverside village meeting on Aug. 13. I expected some controversy over the fire chief situation and was happy to see that any and all who wished to speak could have time at the mike.

There were well-spoken individuals on both sides, but I was really surprised at a few things. Some of the audience apparently were nev-

er taught the courtesy of listening to a speaker and kept interrupting. So many of the people just did not understand the meaning of the word “interim.” How come?

There also was an undercurrent worry for the women of North Riverside because of the subject matter.

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INTEREST ON HOME EQUITY LOANS OFTEN STILL DEDUCTIBLE UNDER NEW LAW

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OBITUARIES

Dorothy Brown, 102 Disciplinarian at Queen of Peace H.S. Dorothy I. Brown, 102, of Delavan, Wisconsin, died at home on Aug.15, 2018. Born on Nov. 20, 1915, she was disciplinarian at Queen of Peace High School in Burbank.

She is survived by her daughter, Laurel (Vito) Episcopo; her grandchildren, James (Suzanne) Episcopo, Anthony Episcopo, Roseanne Episcopo, Anita (Mickey) McIntyre and Maria (Tom) Kvitli; four great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

Ms. Brown was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lawrence; and a sister, Alice.

Funeral services have been held with burial at Chapel Hill Gardens South.

Hitzeman Funeral Home, Brookfield, handled arrangements.

Richard J. Ciborowski, 70 Sheet metal worker Richard J. Ciborowski, 70, of Brookfield died Aug. 20, 2018 Born Nov. 29, 1947, Mr. Ciborowski served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was a proud and dedicated sheet metal worker for over 50 years, and was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers International Association Local 73 for more than 25 years.

“Cibo” loved traveling and spending time in the Indiana Dunes and Riviera Mia Mexico.

He was the husband of Margaret Ciborowski (nee Sorensen); the father of Tina (Jack) Pond and Candice (Simon) Lehtman; the grandfather of Brennan Ciborowski, Brad Pond, Aria Lehtman and Bella Lehtman; the brother of Lad Ciborowski, Dan Ciborowski and Lou (Sharon) Ciborowski; and the uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be on Saturday, Aug. 25 from 11 a.m. to time of service at 1 p.m. at Hitzeman Funeral Home, 9445 31st St., Brookfield. Interment is private.

Memorials are appreciated to Loyola Hospice, 2301 W. 22nd St., Oak Brook, 60523, Attn: Dee.

Carl Dropka, 63

North Riverside firefighter for 34 years Carl M. Dropka, 63, a lifelong resident of the village of North Riverside, died suddenly on Aug. 16, 2018.

Born on July 7, 1955, he was fiercely proud of his 34-year employment in the North Riverside Fire Department, starting first as a paid-on-call firefighter, then one of the first hires in the new full-time fire department.

Mr. Dropka rose through the ranks as lieutenant and then deputy chief and retired in July of 2011 as a lieutenant. He was a military history buff, particularly regarding the Civil War. He was a man of few words and held his emotions close to his heart. He was extremely proud of his son Michael, his home and its meticulous lawn, and the valued friendships of Dominic and Gert Salvino and many other close friends, including the Rusty Buttons.

Mr. Dropka is survived by his wife of 39

years, Milissa Dropka (nee Mentzer); his son, Michael (fiancé Christiana Gentry) Dropka; his mother, Dorothy Dropka; his mother-inlaw, Mildred Mentzer; his brother-in-law, Cary Mentzer; and Daisy and Lada.

He was preceded in death by his father, Chester Dropka; his father-in-law, Curt Mentzer; and his many other aunts and uncles.

A funeral Mass was celebrated Aug. 21 at Mater Christi Church in North Riverside, followed by interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside.

Memorials in Carl’s name are appreciated to The Battle of Franklin Trust, 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin, Tennessee, 37064 or The Friends of Gettysburg Foundation, PO Box 4629, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, 17325.

Hitzeman Funeral Home, Brookfield, handled arrangements.

Clotilde Frankiewicz, 71 School teacher, administrator Dr. Clotilde “Cloe” Armenia (Mrzena) Frankiewicz, Ph.D., 71, died on August 13, 2018.

Born on Sept. 19, 1946 in Chicago to the late Armenia Adler and the late Frank Mrzena, she received a B.A. in education from Concordia University in 1988 and earned a Ph.D. in 2003 from the University of Illinois at Chicago with her dissertation on “Parental Influence on Educational Decision Making and Student Achievement.”

Cloe spent her career as a respected math teacher and assistant principal until she retired in 2017. Active in the teachers’ union and championed teacher’s rights. She enjoyed scuba diving, gardening, fishing, feeding a crowd, and spending time with family. She is survived by her children, Eva (Frankiewicz) Winckler and her husband Brad and Matthew Frankiewicz and his wife Jill; and her grandchildren, Luke Frankiewicz, Cadel Winckler, Morgan Frankiewicz and Claudia Winckler. Friends and family are welcome to attend a memorial mass on Friday, August 24 at 10:00 a.m. at Brookfield’s St. Barbara Church, 4008 Prairie Ave. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Cancer Society.

Judy Jensen, 73 X-ray technician Judy Jensen (nee Paul), 73, of LaGrange Park, died on Aug. 18, 2018. Born on Jan. 5, 1945, she worked as an X-ray technician.

She was the wife of the late Michael Dale Jensen; the mother of Kristine (Paul) Cernansky and Paul Jensen; the grandmother of Alexander Cernansky and Sophie Cernansky; sister of Eloise (the late Carl) Osmolski, Ruth (Jimmy) Rojewski and the late Katherine Paul; and the aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation is Tuesday, Aug. 21 from 3 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, Aug. 22 from 8:30 a.m. to time of Service at 9 a.m. at Hitzeman Funeral Home Ltd., 9445 31st Street, Brookfield. Interment will be Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood.

The family appreciates memorials to the Academy of Sacred Heart, 619 N. 2nd Street, St. Charles, Missouri, 63301, Attn: Mary Maher, development director.

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LETTERS Continued from page 11 Well, it appears that many just don’t see or know what goes on in North Riverside.

Right in the room, Debbie Garcia, police chief, in charge of a force of neighborhoodoriented police, who also can respond to any situations in minutes and have done so often, sat listening.

Chief Garcia worked her way through the ranks and is well respected and cared about by her force and all residents. With such a great team of support, no one would dare to sexually harass her.

Also in the room were Finance Director Sue Scarpiniti, Trustee Terri Sarro, Trustee Debbie Czajka, Clerk Kath Ranieri, all respected and cared about by all.

Other anchors of our village are Karyn Byrne, Michelle Cozzone, Teresa Mrozik in recreation and all her girls. Guy Belmonte acts as father, brother and friend to all his girls and others I may have missed.

All of these ladies are respected, loved and cared about by the entire village because of the great job they do: with bright eyes, a smile and intensity to do a great job, which they do.

Hopefully, these words give some insight as to why North Riverside is on the list of the 10 nicest towns in the U.S. Male or female, we all care about each other, and anyone taking a risk at bother-

ing any lady is taking a huge risk and will be sorry. We all make mistakes and are not perfect. I learn something every day, and I hope we all can.

Jim Zak

North Riverside

Fire chief should come from within ranks While Mayor Hermanek wrestles, once again, with the challenge of finding suitable candidates for the positions of fire chief and deputy fire chief, North Riverside’s firefighters remain baffled as to why we have not yet received a call.

For years the practice has been to fill the top job vacancies from within the department. The results of that practice have been excellent, with fire chiefs and deputy fire chiefs who have served with honor and distinction.

Now, all of a sudden, this practice is no longer valid? It is still used through the village of North Riverside. Police department?

Yes. Village hall? Yes. Public works? Yes. Mayor Hermanek has chosen to go outside of the fire department for his chief candidates, and the resulting firings and controversies have stained the reputation of a proud fire department while causing North Riverside’s residents unneeded concern and anxiety.

We encourage Mayor Hermanek to return to the practice of promoting current fire department personnel to the positions of fire chief and deputy fire chief.

The firefighters of North Riverside have served the village for an average of 20 years. We have been subjected to rigorous cognitive and physical examinations and medical and psychological assessments, including polygraph tests and police background checks, all for the privilege of working for North Riverside.

We have also attained the highest levels of fire department training and certifications. Most members have certifications and degrees that have not been seen in past chiefs’ resumes. The argument that time on the job and experience makes up for some of that comes to mind. Please see the “average of 20 years” stated earlier.

In other words, the screening and review process for the position of fire chief and deputy fire chief has been completed for Mayor Hermanek, and the results are in -- the most qualified candidates already work for the fire department of this great village. The investment has already been made into these individuals throughout their careers.

Isn’t the running of a village department dedicated to the safety and service of the residents, workers, businesses and visitors of this “small village with a big heart” worth the best person for the job?

I ask you, who better to know what North Riverside needs than somebody who has al-

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ready been involved in serving this great community with 20 or more years of experience.

The cherry on top of all of this, is an internal chief doesn’t come with a special line item in the budget for external fire chief search in this year of a $300,000 net loss in the budget. Mayor Hermanek, the firefighters of North Riverside await your call.

Chris Kribales

North Riverside Ed note: Chris Kribales is a North Riverside firefighter and president of North Riverside Firefighters Union Local 2714.

A tale of two visions Yesterday, for the first time in a while, I drove on Ogden past the old YMCA location and was stunned by the huge, beautiful brick buildings on either side of Ogden, just east of LaGrange Road.

In comparison with Brookfield’s Eight Corners it was a tale of two cities, one having executed a grand vision and the other held hostage by a retrograde element whose motto seems to be “my way or the highway” and elected officials who are OK with their pathetic stewardship.

Responsible officials have a duty to the taxpaying business owners who have their entire economic and psychological being tied up at their establishments.

James L. Miller

Brookfield

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Football Preview

Bulldogs believe in teamwork RBHS looks ks to ‘Win from Within’ as each player yer strives for team goals

By MARTY FARMER ER Sports Editor

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hile there are many elements lements to winning, talent g, tends to trump most (if if not all) contributing factors. Led by dynamic playmakers like ke Hunter Hughes, Nic del Nodal and Stefan Giminski, the Riverside-Brookside-Brookfield High School team m certainly translated its abundant roster into success last season with h an 8-2 record and Class 6A playoff off appearance.

Losing 18 starters to graduation in 2017, the Bulldogs have reloaded for the upcoming season. Talent will return to the gridiron at the Martin H. Kennelly Athletic Complex, albeit mostly in the form of new players.

RBHS at a glance Head coach: Brendan Curtin Last season: (8-2, 4-1 Metro Suburban Blue); Lost to Lake Forest 35-10 in first round of Class 6A playoffs.

Quote: “We are a young but determined squad that will be competing against some very good football teams.” – Brendan Curtin Outlook: Over the past five seasons, the Bulldogs have amassed a lot of wins and postseason appearances.

With so many new players, the team will offer a different look in ways; however, the program’s standard of success should remain intact.

“This group is great teammates,” RBHS head coach Brendan Curtin said. “The kids are respectful to one another. As a coach, you can get things done being surrounded by kids like ours who are willing to serve as ideal teammates.

Since multiple players are competing for several positions, Curtin respectfully declined to talk about any specific players.

“I want to stay away from mentioning any names because we truly are a team, or better yet, a family and band of brothers,” Curtin said. “Without tipping our hand too t much, h I can say that th t we are a talented team that’s blessed with real deal playmakers.

“There’s competition all over the place and I would hate to leave someone out from the competition.

Obviously we graduated a lot of players, but I’m confident in this group.”

The Bulldogs’ theme this season is “Win from Within.” According to Curtin, the theme is about each player declaring a personal level of accountability and work ethic towards achieving team goals.

“There are certain levels of toughness and physicality associated with Bulldog football,” Curtin said. “We define toughness as the ability to perform at the top tier of your skills regardless of circumstance. We know the breaks will be up against us from time to time, but the expectation always will be to perform to the best of our abilities.

“If we can do those things and continue to be a good teammate by supporting each other,” he added, “good things are going to happen for us this season.”

In terms of scheme, the Bulldogs will be balanced on offense.

A mix of running and passing,

ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer

Wide receiver Luke Gentile (#33) goes to catch the ball during varsity football practice at Riverside-Brookfield High School.

(Right) RBHS varsity head coach Brendan Curtin talks with the defensive line. protected by an offensive line with good size will be the game plan.

“I think we have a handful of playmakers that will help us put points on the board,” Curtin said.

“We have some decent-sized kids on the front line. We’ve always had one or two kids on the offensive line, but this season we have some big kids across the board that can get the job.”

The defensive approach will be similar to last season.

“Last season and this one, the defense is a bit different than the previous years,” Curtin said. “We’ve brought a certain type of physical defense, but we’ve switched it up a bit moving forward based on our personnel.”

In terms of the Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division, defending champion and two-time Class

3A state champion Immaculate Conception is the favorite. RBHS, which finished second to the Knights in conference in 2017, returns as a top contender. With some teams moving between the Metro Suburban Blue and Red Divisions, RBHS is the only public school remaining in the Metro Blue.

The rest of the Blue division includes Aurora Christian, Aurora Central Catholic, Bishop McNa-

mara, Wheaton Academy and St. Francis.

“Being the only public school in the Metro Suburban Blue is tough,” Curtin said. “The private schools which we will be going up against utilize a wide scope in their ability to obtain student-athletes.

“With that being said, one of our team mottos is ‘respect all, fear none,’” he added. “We sincerely welcome all challenges.”

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Football Preview

New-look Lions ready for competition Dutton, Smith, Cushing and Willis headline talented group

By MILES POWERS-HUANG

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Contributing Reporter

n high school football, Division I college quarterbacks do not grow on trees. While finding one may be difficult, replacing one is an even steeper challenge. This is the scenario Lyons Township head coach Kurt Weinberg will deal with this season.

Ben Bryant achieved many accolades during his time at LTHS, which included setting passing records in every category and winning the West Suburban Conference Silver Division Offensive MVP twice. In 2017, he threw for 1,685 yards with 18 touchdowns and two interceptions. As a threeyear varsity starter, he passed for over 5,000 yards and accounted for 59 touchdowns.

After his stellar preps career, Bryant accepted a scholarship to play football at the University of Cincinnati. He also considered Georgia, Wisconsin, Indiana, West Virginia and Ole Miss.

JJ Dutton is Bryant’s replacement. Weinberg believes Dutton’s hard work and progress over the summer have prepared him well for the season.

“We knew it was going to be JJ Dutton going in,” Weinberg said.

“Replacing an excellent player like Ben Bryant is a really hard thing to do, but JJ has come along really nicely. Ben led our offense and our team. He was very smart and understood how defenses were trying to attack him. That that learning curve is going to be a steep one for JJ.” Dutton, who spent time at defensive back last season, can use his athleticism and mobility to help his transition under center.

Additionally, Weinberg cited a quartet of seniors as key contributors this season. They are running back Tyrone Smith, middle linebacker Sean Rickman, lineman Emmet Cushing and defensive back Hareson Willis.

Smith in particular, was successful last season and will be called upon for more production this fall.

“Tyrone needs to do what he did last year, which is run the ball hard and fast,” Weinberg said. “He

File photo

LTHS senior Tyrone Smith (#14) runs with the ball during a football game against Proviso West at Lyons Township High School in Western Springs. had a great summer so he just has to go out there and be himself.”

The offensive line, which lost nearly graduated all its starters from last season, is promising but untested. Like Dutton, the Lions’ front five should develop with game experience at the varsity level.

Anthony DeMarco, Aidan Kelly and Tay Dextra have performed well this summer.

Per usual, the West Suburban Conference Silver Division is stacked with good teams, particularly at the top of the standings.

Lyons Township Lions at a glance Head coach: Kurt Weinberg Last season: (7-3, 4-2 West Suburban Silver); Lost to Curie 46-288 in the first round of the Class 8A playoffs.

Top returning players: QB JJ Dutton, RB Tyrone Smith, LB Sean Rickman, OL/DL Emmet Cushing, DB Hareson Willis Other players to watch: Anthony Demarco, Tay Dextra, Aidan Kelly Outlook: The level of success LTHS reaches will be determined by how quickly it can replenish its 2017 talent. Ben Bryant is no longer under center and Tyrone Smith will be running behind a line full of first-year starters. If JJ Dutton and his new offensive lineman can adapt quickly, the Lions could contend for the conference title.

Glenbard West is the preseason favorite, followed closely by Hinsdale Central. Oak Park and River Forest and LTHS could contend for the title as well. Downers Grove North and York have new coaches and plenty of potential.

“Unlike some other conferences around, there are no easy games in our conference” Weinberg said.

“The West Suburban Conference is one of the best conferences in the state.”

The Lions’ schedule will be

2018 Schedule: 8/24: Sandburg (7:30 p.m./Senior Night) 8/31: @ Hinsdale South (7:30 p.m.) *9/7: York (7:30 p.m.) *9/14: @ Proviso West (7:30 p.m.)

9/21: Leyden (1:30 p.m./Homecoming) *9/29: @ Glenbard West (1:30 p.m.) *10/5: Downers Grove North (7:30 p.m.) *10/12: Hinsdale Central (7:30 p.m.) *10/19: @ Oak Park-River Forest (7:30 p.m.)

*Conference games challenging. LTHS visits Glenbard West on Sept. 29 and closes out the season with four straight games against conference title contenders. A home game against Hinsdale Central (Oct. 12) and road game against OPRF (Oct. 19) will be stiff tests.

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Football Preview

Nazareth ready for all comers

Reigning Class 6A state runner-ups poised for another banner season

By ANDREW DONLAN Contributing Reporter

If the Nazareth Academy football team surpasses its stellar 2017 season this year, the Roadrunners need to win a state championship. Nazareth lost an instant classic to Prairie Ridge 28-21 in the Class 6A state title game last year.

After two state titles and three appearances in the IHSA playoffs since 2014, high expectations (and results) have become commonplace at Nazareth.

Nazareth Academy Roadrunners at a glance Head coach: Tim Racki (14th season, 96-48 record) Last season: (12-2); Lost to Prairie Ridge 2821 in the Class 6A state championship game Top returning players: WR/DB Michael Love, Devin Blakley RB/DB, Elijah Moscinski OL, Matt Keeler OL, Louis Stec OL/DL, Cameron Leach DL Newcomer to watch: QB J.J. McCarthy Outlook: Another deep run in the postseason appears likely.

Watching the maturation process of McCarthy under center will be interesting.

“We have a lot of guys returning so we know we’re going to get a lot of preseason press,” head coach Tim Racki said.

“More importantly, we’re going to get every team’s best game each week. We’re not hiding from anybody.”

The Roadrunners open their season outside of conference against Lutheran North, a perennial power from St. Louis. After that interstate clash, Nazareth visits highly regarded Lake Zurich for another tough nonconference game.

With the exception of a 42-0 loss against Marist in Week 7, Nazareth dominated their opponents during the regular season in 2017.

“Our goal within this program is always to get six to nine wins,” Racki said. “The higher number we get, the better seed we’ll get in the playoffs.”

The Roadrunners’ offensive line is one of the most experienced and talented groups on the squad. Three-year starter Elijah Moscinski and two-year-starter Matt Keeler anchor the line at right and left tackle, respectively. Moscinski and Keeler are 6-foot-5 and 6-foot-6, respectively, and hover around 300 pounds each. Louis Stec, another threeyear starter, pads the middle at a guard position.

“We’ve got a heck of a lot of experience upfront,” Racki said. “They don’t get a lot of shine, but without them, we’re not going to do much.”

Michael Love and Devin Blakley are dynamic playmakers on offense. Promising sophomore J.J. McCarthy gets the call at quarterback.

File photo

LOVE FOR THE GAME: Nazareth Academy senior Michael Love is a versatile contributor who plays running back, wide receiver and defensive back for the Roadrunners.

Defensively, the Roadrunners are also tough up front. Stec and four-year veteran Cameron Leach (6-2, 280-pounds) anchor the defensive line.

Friars set sights on conference title With Cronin and a strong supporting cast, Fenwick will be very competitive

By EUGENE WHITE JR. Contributing Reporter

After earning a share of the Chicago Catholic League Green Division championship with Montini last season, the Fenwick football program entered the IHSA Class 7A state playoffs with high hopes, only to be dashed by Wheaton North 35-7.

Ending their 2017 season in disappointment, the Friars have made the most of the offseason.

Fenwick coach Gene Nudo has been working extensively with the incoming squad the last few weeks.

The Friars will have their hands full with a schedule featuring the likes of CCL Green rivals St. Ignatius, Mount Carmel and De La Salle.

“I don’t know where there are any breathers in our schedule but we are certainly looking forward to the challenge,” Nudo said.

The Friars will look to make use of their burgeoning stars, including junior quarterback Danny Cronin.

Last season, Cronin accounted for

12 touchdowns (9 passing, 3 rushing) and completed 53 percent of his passes. Cronin’s size, savvy, arm strength and athleticism make him a Division I prospect.

Fenwick also boasts a strong presence on special teams with all-conference kicker Brian Dowd. He made 6-of-8 field goals and went 30-for-30 on extra points in 2017.

Linebacker Max Forst (52 tackles, 4 for loss in 2017), cornerback Solomon Singleton (37 tackles, interception) and defensive lineman Konrad Skowyra are notable playmakers.

“Defensively, we’re going to get after people,” Nudo said. “We are going to send a lot of guys after the quarterback and force the issue on defense.”

On the other side of the ball, the Friars will run a multiple-set offense.

“We can run power football or throw it around,” Nudo said.

Since 2012, the Friars have won four CCL division titles and made it the Class 7A state semifinals (2016) and state quarterfinals (2014) under Nudo.

Accountability seems to be a key

Fenwick Friars at a glance Head Coach: Gene Nudo (7th Season, 47-24 record) Last Season: (7-5, 3-1 CCL Green); Lost to Wheaton North 35-7 in the first round of the Class 7A playoffs Top Players: QB Danny Cronin, DB Solomon Singleton, LB/FB Max Forst, DL Konrad Skowrya, RB Mitch Lopez, RB Thomas Mills, OL Sean Carpenter, OL Emmett Bonaccorsi, OL Jamie Moran, TE Marcus Wright, WR Jonas Capek Outlook: Although the Friars are young, they have experience and talent back at several positions, notably quarterback with Cronin. Although the schedule is difficult, Fenwick has a reasonable shot at defending its division title. principle, along with Fenwick’s annual priority of winning conference.

“Football is not an easy sport,” Nudo said. “We all feel we have the ability to win the conference. Now we just have to prove it.”

Photo by Ian McLeod

Fenwick quarterback Danny Cronin accounted for 12 touchdowns and completed 53 percent of his passes last season. He’s a burgeoning star under center.

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AUTO PARTS PART-TIME DRIVER & INVENTORY NAPA Auto Parts Stores looking for dependable and dedicated employees for part-time Driver and Inventory Worker openings. Most important is a friendly demeanor, good attitude, and ability to work with people. Availability right now.

If interested, call Cesar or Jim at 708-447-4980.

PAID-ON-CALL FIREFIGHTER POSITION

PART-TIME COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Hephzibah Children’s Association is accepting applications for a part time Communications Coordinator to provide external communications to donors, media, working partners and the public. The coordinator will manage all print and digital publications, the Hephzibah website and all social media platforms as well as provide administrative support to the Director of Development. Position is entry level, $15.00 per hour.

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

PART TIME CAR WASH ATTENDANT SPOTLESS CARWASH at 7343 Roosevelt Rd and 7802 Madison St in Forest Park needs an attendant.

We are looking for someone who likes to be outside, and is friendly and likes people. The duties are to meet and greet customers, make change, sell tokens, automatic and self serve wash use instructions, keep lot and the perimeter clean, and empty the garbage. Pay is $10.00 per hour. The hours an attendant is on duty are 9-5 on week days and 9-4 on Saturday and Sunday. If you can fit any of these hours on a part time basis we can work with you. Please come to 7343 Roosevelt Rd. in Forest Park to pick up an application.

708-771-2945 Thank you

COMMUNITY RELATIONS INTERN The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Community Relations Intern in the Community Relations Department.

This is a seasonal position will provide assistance to the Community Relations Department provides intake and referral services for residents to community resources, assists in investigations of landlord/ tenant complaints, etc. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http:// www.oakpark.us/. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than September 3, 2018.

CROSSING GUARD–Riverside $12.15 hr.

Requires working in all weather conditions 4 hrs./day; hours are split as guard is needed morning & afternoon Applications are at Riverside Police Dept.

31 Riverside Rd. Riverside, IL 60546 (708) 447-2127-Sgt. Pontrelli fpontrelli@riverside.il.us Data Entry Clerk/Customer Service Representative/AP&AR Small local company located in Forest Park has an opening for a Data Entry/Customer Service Representative. We are looking for an energetic self-starter with an analytical mind, detail-oriented, advanced customer service skills and a positive professional attitude.

This position requires: 2+ years customer service role or environment, strong interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, flexible attitude, general AP/AR, payroll and payment processing knowledge, and various data entry skills. We offer full benefits, paid vacation and holidays.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to datainputjob@yahoo.com ELECTRICIAN’S HELPER PART-TIME Part-time Electrician’s Helper. Must have own transportation and some tools. Call for more info 708-738-3848.

The Village of Riverside Fire Department is seeking Individuals for the position of Paid-on-call Firefighter; This is not a full-time position.

Applicants must be: * I n good physical condition * Reside within 1.5 miles of the boundaries of the Village of Riverside at time of appointment * Be 18 years of age at the time of application * Possess a high school diploma or GED. * Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record Applications for employment are available on-line at: http://riverside.il.us/Jobs Applications must be returned to: Village of Riverside Village Hall 27 Riverside Rd. Riverside IL 60546 Applications must be returned by September 14, 2018 at 4pm The Village of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part Time Positions Available for 2018-19 school year After-School Recreation / Day Care Worker Youth Development Specialist on site at Oak Park public schools The Day Care Program of Hephzibah Children’s Association is accepting applications for nurturing individuals to provide care and supervision of 5-11-year-old children in the After School Day Care program on site at Oak Park public schools. The days and hours are Mon–Fri from 2:30-6:00 PM and 2:00-6:00 PM on Wednesdays.

Plan and supervise arts and crafts, indoor & outdoor play, games, sports, homework help and more.

Requirements include: -6 semester hours in education, recreation, social work or related college courses -previous experience working with children.

Openings available for the 2018-19 school year starting.

Contact Amy O’Rourke, Director of Day Care at aorourke@hephzibahhome.org Equal Opportunity Employer SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Responsible for Developing and Implementing real-time, clinical decision-support software for some of the most prestigious hospitals in the country. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of experience or Master’s degree plus 2 years of experience in software development. Review full job duties online and apply to: employment@vigilanzcorp.com

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* Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field.

Excellent written and verbal * communication skills *Demonstrated Proficiency with website management and social networking platforms * Excellent computer skills including all Microsoft office products and Adobe Creative Suite * Familiarity with Chicago metropolitan area news outlets and philanthropic community desired * Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills *Sensitivity and responsiveness to the cultural differences in the staff and client populations Send resume to mjjoyce@hephzibahhome.org Equal Opportunity Employer RIVERSIDE PARKS & RECREATION ASST Riverside Parks and Recreation is looking for a highly motivated individual eager to participate in all aspects of the recreation business.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Contact: Riverside Parks & Recreation, riversidepr@riverside.il.us 708.442.7025 Apply online, http://www.riverside.il.us/ Jobs. aspx?CID=98 The Village of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer 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 Wednesday Classified 3 Great Papers, 6 Communities To Place Your Ad, Call: 708/613-3333

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WATER AND SEWER WORKER The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Water and Sewer Worker I in Public Works. This position will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, repair, cleaning and maintenance of Village water and sewer systems, metering equipment, traffic control devices and all related facilities.

Employees are subject to 24 hour call outs. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http://www.oak-park. us/ jobs. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than September 7, 2018.

SUBURBAN REAL ESTATE NEW CONCEPT FOR MAYWOOD

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SUBURBAN RENTALS FOREST PARK 2 BR 2nd floor 2BR apt for rent. Newer carpeting throughout hall, BR, LR. Quiet building. no smoking, no pets.

Gas & Elec. not included. $1100 + 1 mo. security deposit & credit check.

References checked. Near public transportation. Call 708-366-0552.

FOREST PARK 2BR APT Spacious 7RM, 2BR 1BA 1400 SF 1st floor of 2-flat. Living rm, Dining rm, Kitchen, Office & Den. Shared laundry in bsmt. Finished wood floors throughout. Ample closets.

Convenient to Blue & Green Line.

Near 290 & Madison Street shopping. Water incl. Tenants pay util.

No smoking & No pets. 1 1/2 mo. sec. dep & credit check. $1450 per month. Call Evelyn 708-527-5405.

OAK PARK 2 BR GARDEN APT 2BR 1BA Garden Apt near Longfellow School. Freshly decorated with hdwd floors, tiled bath and beautiful backyard. Includes heat, private parking, washer/dryer on premises. $1300 plus 1 mo. security. Background check required.

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CITY RENTALS WEST GARFIELD CLEAN 2 BR APT LR & DR. Heat & appliances included. $900 per month. Deposit & Background Check Required.

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CHURCH FOR RENT MIRACLE CENTER M.B. CHURCH 5634 W. CHICAGO AVE

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

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DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR •

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

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

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

Send resume to circulation@oakpark.com.

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GARAGE/YARD SALES Forest Park

GARAGE SALE 410 CIRCLE AVE FRI 8/24 & SAT 8/25 8AM TO 2PM

Moving sale from a family downsizing and relocating after 25 years in River Forest. Amazing selection of household items including fixtures, decorative glass-wear, small appliances, party supplies, some furniture, videos, games, music, broad assortment of lanterns, candles and other wedding decorations.

Maywood

HUGE YARD SALE !!!

231 SOUTH 13TH AVE SAT 8/25 9AM TO 4PM ONE DAY ONLY!!

The Founder and Former President of Dorolyn Academy of Music in Oak Park, IL is sponsoring this HUGE YARD SALE that you don’t want to miss.

Deals and Steals galore !!

Antiques, Oil Paintings, Designer Clothes, Shoes, Audio Equipment, Electronics, Tableware, Bedding, Costume Jewelry, Vinyl L.P.’s, CD’s, DVD’s, Audio Cassettes, Bathroom accessories, Area Rugs, Books Galore, (including Music Books), All Genres of Sheet Music, Loads of Fabric, Schwinn Bike, Small business Telephone System, Microphones, ...and of course BRAND NEW HEALTH AND BEAUTY ITEMS, and so much more!!

Oak Park

GARAGE SALE 1020 N EUCLID SAT 8/25 9AM TO 2PM

(No earlybirds please) GREAT VARIETY OF GOOD STUFF: Fine china, crystal & glass, antiques, full-size traffic signs, furniture, books, housewares, picture frames & art, tools, yard & garden, Christmas items, two classic adult bikes and much more. Don’t miss this one!

Oak Park

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE 844 N MARION ST SAT 8/25 8AM TO 1PM

China, Silver, Stemware, Glasses, Small Appliances, Collectibles, TV, Art & Frames, Costume Jewelery, Purses, Christmas Items, Cameras, Bicycle, and miscellaneous.

Oak Park

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE 1018 & 1020 S OAK PARK AVE SAT 8/25 8:30AM TO 1PM

One family is moving and the other is downsizing, everything must go!

Tools, kid’s toys, Halloween decorations, school supplies, CDs, vintage items, clothes and so much more.

You don’t want to miss this one!

Riverside

HUGE MULTI-FAMILY SALE 312 BLACKHAWK RD FRI 8/24 & SAT 8/25 9AM TO 4PM

Outdoor items, music C/D’s DVD’s, furniture, books, girls bike, curio cabinet and much more....

ITEMS FORÂ SALE BAVARIAN CHINA 12 5-piece place settings of Bavarian china with Greek key borders.

708-488-8755 CARPENTER TOOLS Several professional carpenter tools for sale for a carpenter who does rough framing or trim carpentry.

Negotiable on price compared to the market value. Call for a tool you require. Call Bill at 312 388-4454 CERTIFIED WIND SURFER Full Size, with cover and sail $130.00 WATER SKIS $15.00 708-488-8755 DUNCAN PHYFE DINING ROOM SET Excellent Condition 2500.00.

Can send photos. Set includes: - Table (Pedestal) with 3 leafs, 6 chairs (4 chairs and 2 arm chairs) - Buffet–62 inches wide, -Small Breakfront email: organica4-duncan@yahoo.com phone: 773-550-0396 or 708-370-0730 HEAVY WROUGHT IRON SETTEE & COCKTAIL TABLE White. $69.00 Call 708-488-8755.

REAL VINTAGE DOORS Variety of interior & exterior doors from 1900 to 1930, painted & unpainted, some with upper glass, for Victorian, farmhouse, and bungalow homes. Most need work.

Interior solid wood $30, Exterior with glass $50. Email all dimensions and panel design to fixit4272@comcast.net. You pick up from storage in Galewood.

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WANTED MILITARY ITEMS: Helmets, medals, patches, uniforms, weapons, flags, photos, paperwork, Also toy soldiers-lead plastic-other misc. toys.

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LOST & FOUND LOST SUNGLASSES Prescription sunglasses; black with teal stems. Reward. 708-763-8099.

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PUBLIC NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF TENTATIVE BUDGET Notice is hereby given by the Board of Education of Oak Park and River Forest High School, District No. 200, Cook County, Illinois, that a tentative budget for said School District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2018, will be on file and conveniently available at the School Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Administration Building located at 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois, from and after 8:00 a.m. on August 24, 2018.

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing on the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2018 will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, 2018, at the School Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Administration Building located at 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois.

Dated: August 20, 2018 Board of Education Oak Park & River Forest High School, District No. 200 Cook County, Illinois By: /s/Jennifer Cassell Secretary, Board of Education Published in Wednesday Journal 8/22/2018

LEGAL NOTICE Board Meeting Notice Due to the lack of quorum to conduct business at the regularly scheduled Riverside Township Board Meeting on Tuesday, August 14, 2018; Notice is hereby given that the Riverside Township Board will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at the Riverside Town Hall, 27 Riverside Road, at 7:00 p.m.

Liane J. Blauw Clerk Published in RBLandmark 8/22/2018

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

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EXHIBIT “A” VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD, ILLINOIS BOARD OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS SPECIAL ASSESSMENT NO. 359

Attention: Lucrezia DiFruscolo, President PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Alley Improvements in the 4100 block of Deyo Avenue and DuBois Boulevard, Special Assessment No. 359.

THE BOARD OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS has considered the bid submitted by you for the above-described work in response to its Invitation for Bids published on July 4, 2018, and July, 11, 2018.

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that your bid has been accepted for items in the amount of Three Hundred Forty-Six Thousand Seven Hundred Eighty-Four and 00/100 Dollars ($346,784.00) payable on a unit price basis for the units of work listed in the Proposal properly installed and accepted by the Village, subject to: A. The furnishing of the proper bonds and insurance, and B. The rights of the owners of a majority of the frontage of the lots and land upon the alley wherein the work is to be done or their agents to elect within ten (10) days of the publication of the Notice of Award to take the work and enter into a written contract to do the whole work at ten percent ( 10%) less than the price at which the contract has been awarded, to commence the work within thirty (30) days of the publication of the award and to prosecute the work with diligence; and C. The entry of a Judgment of Confirmation of the Assessment Roll by the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, in the action filed to levy Village of Brookfield Spe-

cial Assessment 359 and the expiration of thirty days without the filing of a Notice of Appeal of the Judgment of Confirmation.

You are required to execute the Contract and furnish the required contract bonds and insurance within twenty (20) calendar days from the date of publication of this Notice, in case a contract is made with the owners of the lots or land fronting the alley and default by them, then within ten (10) days after notice that the owners are in default.

If you fail to execute said Contract and to furnish said bonds and insurance within twenty (20) days from the publication of this Notice, or within ten (10) days of the notice that the owners are in default as the proper case may be, the Board will be entitled to consider all your rights arising out of the Board’s acceptance of your bid as abandoned and as a forfeiture of your bid security. The Board will be entitled to such other rights as may be granted by law.

You are required to return an acknowledged copy of this Notice of Award to the Board of Local Improvements.

Dated this 15th day of August 2018.

VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD, ILLINOIS, BOARD OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT By: Kit P. Ketchmark , President

ACCEPTANCE OF NOTICE

Contractor: Triggi Construction, Inc. By: Lucrezia DiFruscolo, President

Published in Landmark 8/22/2018

PUBLIC NOTICE

ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDDING Request of bids for exterior renovations at the Cheney Mansion Entry Plaza.

ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDDING Request of bids for the Custodial Services at 11 Park District Facilities.

Owner: Park District of Oak Park 218 Madison St, Oak Park, IL 60302

Owner: Park District of Oak Park 218 Madison St, Oak Park, IL 60302

The Park District of Oak Park seeks bids related to the renovation of the Cheney Mansion Entry Plaza.

Work includes removal of existing pavers and coping, remove masonry, remove lighting, building protection, winter conditions, new masonry, new pavers and new electrical lighting. The Park District of Oak Park will receive individual sealed Bids until 11:00 a.m.

(CST) on Friday, September 14th, 2018, at 218 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois. The bidding documents and requirements will be available on the Park District’s website as of 5:00 pm Friday, August 24th, 2018. A non-mandatory pre-bid walk-thru is scheduled for Tuesday, August 28th at 11:00 am (CST) at 220 N. Euclid, Oak Park, IL. Copies of the bidding specifications are available via the Park District of Oak Park website at: http://www.pdop.org/bids-and-rfps/ For additional information, contact Chris Lindgren at chris.lindgren@ pdop.org or (708) 725 2050. Only the bids prepared in compliance with the bidding documents will be considered. This project must adhere to the Prevailing Wage Act of 2018. The Park District of Oak Park encourages minority and women owned business firms to submit bids for this project.

The Park District of Oak Park seeks bids related to the Custodial Services for 11 park district facilities. The Park District of Oak Park will receive individual sealed Bids until 10:00 a.m. (Central Standard Time) on Friday, September 14th, 2018 at 218 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois. There are two opportunities to attend the pre-bid walk thru that is mandatory for all new bidders.

They will be held on August 29th & 30th, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. (CST) at 218 Madison St., Oak Park, IL 60302. The bidding documents and requirements will be available on the Park District’s website as of 5:00pm Friday, August 24th, 2018. Copies of the bidding specifications are available via the Park District of Oak Park website at: http://www.pdop.org/bids-and-rfps/ For additional information, contact Chris Lindgren at chris.lindgren@ pdop.org or (708) 725 2050. Only the bids prepared in compliance with the bidding documents will be considered. This project must adhere to the Prevailing Wage Act of 2018. The Park District of Oak Park encourages minority and women owned business firms to submit bids for this project.

Park District of Oak Park By: Kassie Porreca, Secretary Park District of Oak Park 218 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302

Park District of Oak Park By: Kassie Porreca, Secretary Park District of Oak Park 218 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 Published in Wednesday Journal 8/22/2018

PUBLIC NOTICES

HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER), IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 16-18-135-0210000.

REQUESTS: The Applicant is requesting approval of a Planned Development with the following allowances from the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance; 1.) ARTICLE 5: COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS: Table 5-1 Neighborhood Commercial (NC) District: The Lot Area is 12,500 square feet allowing16 dwelling units; The Applicant is proposing 37 dwelling units (including Live/ Work Units) which are an additional 21 dwelling units. 2.) ARTICLE 5: COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS: Table 5-1 Neighborhood Commercial (NC) District: The Maximum Height allowed is 45 feet. The Applicant is proposing a height of 48 feet which is three (3) feet above the allowed height.

3.) ARTICLE 10: OFF STREET PARKING & LOADING: Table 10-2 Multi-Family Dwellings have a one (1) on-site parking space per Dwelling Unit requirement. The Applicant is proposed 23 parking spaces which is 14 less than required, a reduction of 38 percent. 4.) ARTICLE 10: OFF-STREET PARKING & LOADING: Section 10.6 Bicycle Parking Standards (C) Location: eight (8) of the ten (10) required “Long-Term Spaces” or “protected spaces” located inside

the building will be provided. The remaining two (2) will be located outside the building. 5.) ARTICLE 11: LANDSCAPE; Section11.8 BUFFER YARD REQUIREMENTS requires a seven (7) foot interior side yard setback for lots over 90 feet in depth. The request is for a four (4) foot – six (6) inch setback at the northwest corner, and zero (0) buffer yard along the interior side setback extending from the loading space to the southwest corner.

Copies of the application and each of the applicable documents are on file and are available for inspection at the Village Hall, Development Customer Services Department, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Persons with disabilities planning to attend and needing special accommodations should contact the Village Clerk’s Office at 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, or call (708) 358-5670.

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE INVITED TO BE HEARD. David Mann, Chairperson OAK PARK PLAN COMMISSION, Sitting as a Zoning Commission Oak Park, Illinois 60302

Published in Wednesday Journal 8/22/2018

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Notice is hereby given by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of River Forest, Cook County, Illinois, that sealed bids will be accepted for: Gale Ave Alley Improvements

PUBLIC NOTICE

Published in Wednesday Journal 8/22/2018

DOCKET NUMBER: PC 18-07 Planned Development (TCB Oak Park 1) HEARING DATE: September 6, 2018 TIME: 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the Agenda permits.

LOCATION OF HEARING: Room 201 (Council Chambers), Oak Park Village Hall, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois, 60302 APPLICANT(S): Oak Park 1 Housing Owner, LLC, an Illinois Limit Liability Company, 135 South LaSalle Street, Suite 3350, Chicago, IL 60603 OWNERS OF RECORD: Community Bank of Oak Park River Forest, 1001 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 SUBJECT PROPERTY ADDRESSES: 801 South Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60302 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOTS 1 AND 2 IN BLOCK 4 IN OAK PARK AVENUE SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 2 AND 3 AND THAT PART OF LOT 1, LYING WEST OF OAK PARK AVENUE, IN THE PARTITION BY THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, OF THE EAST HALF OF LOT 2 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE WEST

ATTEST: By: David LeClere, Secretary Receipt of the above Notice of Award is hereby acknowledged this 15th day of August, 2018 .

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF OAK PARK PLAN COMMISSION

NOTICE OF AWARD TO: Triggi Construction, Inc. 1975 Powis Road West Chicago, Illinois 60185

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This project generally consists of the reconstruction of approximately 1100 square yards of a concrete alley pavement with the installation of approximately 185 square yards of pervious pavers and asphalt pavement or concrete pavement.

A 6” underdrain is also proposed throughout the length of the alley.

This work will be paid for in part by a grant from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD). As a requirement of the grant, all work must comply with the MWRD’s Purchasing Act and Multi-Project Labor Agreement.

The bidding documents are available for download starting Friday, August 17, 2018 at: http://vrf.us/government/bids-a-rfps Bids must be submitted by Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at: Public Works Department, 2nd Floor Village of River Forest 400 Park Avenue River Forest, IL 60305 The bid proposals will be publicly opened and read at that time.

Proposals will be considered not only on the basis of cost, but also on past performance, experience and ability to perform the work.

No bid shall be withdrawn after the opening of the Proposals without the consent of the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of River Forest for a period of thirty (30) days after the scheduled time of the bid opening.

The Village of River Forest reserves the right in receiving these bids to waive technicalities and reject any or all bids.

Published in Wednesday Journal 8/22/2018

LEGAL NOTICE Chertkow and Chertkow (22019) Attorneys for Petitioner 1525 East 53rd Street Chicago, Illinois 60615 STATE OF ILLINOIS) COUNTY OF COOK )ss Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division.

In re the marriage of CAROLYN DAVIS, Petitioner and DRAKE DAVIS Respondent, Case No. 2018D-005914.

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 September 26, 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 8/22, 8/29, 9/5/2018

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WINTRUST MORTGAGE A DIVISION OF BARRINGTON BANK AND TRUST Plaintiff, vs.

SARAH GULLETTE-JOHNSON; AARON N. JOHNSON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 10102 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 25, 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. 16-18-313-020-0000.

Commonly known as 1015 S. Kenilworth Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304.

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.

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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.

For information call Mr. James M. Crowley at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Plunkett Cooney, P.C., 221 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60601. 312-670-6900.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3095847

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 14-17-14679.

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. 14-17-14679 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 13559 TJSC#: 38-4662 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 CITIMORTGAGE, INC Plaintiff, -v.CONDE BASEY, 714 N. AUSTIN CONDO ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANNIE BASEY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, CARY ROSENTHAL, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR ANNIE BASEY (DECEASED), DENEENA NORTON Defendants 17 CH 13559 714 NORTH AUSTIN BL., GNE 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 25, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 3, 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 714 NORTH AUSTIN BL., GNE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-08-105-0221003.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION STERLING NATIONAL BANK AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ASTORIA BANK Plaintiff, -v.CARL M. WAHLSTROM A/K/A CARL M. WAHLSTROM JR., SUSAN I. WAHLSTROM, PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, TARGET NATIONAL BANK, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. Defendants 17 CH 009087 522 NORTH HUMPHREY AVENUE OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 2, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 4, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 522 NORTH HUMPHREY AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05-326-0080000.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

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

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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 14-17-07164.

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. 14-17-07164 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 009087 TJSC#: 38-5687 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, L.P. Plaintiff, -v.PAWEL POLTORAK A/K/A PAWEL A. POLTORAK, MARTA POLTORAK A/K/A MARTA U. POLTORAK, CHARTER ONE BANK, N.A. Defendants 15 CH 09898 9529 NICHOLS AVENUE FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 19, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 20, 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 9529 NICHOLS AVENUE, FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 Property Index No. 12-22-102-0060000.

The real estate is improved with a tan, brick, 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 13769.

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. 13769Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 15 CH 09898 TJSC#: 38-5159 I3094929

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-HE6 Plaintiff, -v.CONSUELO LOPEZ Defendants 2018 CH 01821 333 23RD AVENUE BELLWOOD, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 8, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 17, 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 333 23RD AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-10-123-0370000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-18-01198.

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

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-01198 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 01821 TJSC#: 38-4991 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 HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2006-D, MORTGAGE BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-D Plaintiff, -v.UGANDA T. HARRIS A/K/A UGANDA HARRIS, MARILYN J. PERRIEN A/K/A MARILYN PERRIEN Defendants 12 CH 41531 10323 ELIZABETH STREET Westchester, IL 60154 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 14, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 17, 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 10323 ELIZABETH STREET, Westchester, IL 60154 Property Index No. 15-21-118-0540000.

The real estate is improved with a co-op.

The judgment amount was $506,216.23.

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

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 112762.

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. 112762 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 12 CH 41531 TJSC#: 38-5267 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR BNC MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-2 MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-2 Plaintiff, -v.RICHARD A. BARNES, SELENA R. BARNES, ILLINOIS HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES Defendants 15 CH 11933 444 E. END AVENUE 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 August 25, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 31, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 444 E. END AVENUE, Hillside, IL 60162 Property Index No. 15-07-411-0420000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $112,108.48.

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

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 113624.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. 113624 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 15 CH 11933 TJSC#: 38-6130 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Commonly known as 1023 BELOIT AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-13-417-0250000.

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

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 262311.

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. 262311 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 15 CH 04292 TJSC#: 38-5245 I3094859

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 14-036068 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3095319

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 14-17-06139.

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. 14-17-06139 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 10619 TJSC#: 38-5278 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 NEW PENN FINANCIAL LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING Plaintiff, -v.BRADLEY A WAHL, KATHLEEN C. WAHL, FOREST PARK NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST COMPANY Defendants 15 CH 04292 1023 BELOIT 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 21, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 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:

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JOSE EDGAR GALLEGOS; Y.A. LOPEZ DE GALLEGOS; STATE OF ILLINOIS; TOWN OF CICERO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION; Defendants, 15 CH 2988 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 20, 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. 15-04-111-013-0000.

Commonly known as 1721 North 38th Avenue, Stone Park, IL 60165.

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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES TRUST 2006-BC3 Plaintiff, -v.JANET D. JONES, BRENDA E. JONES Defendants 17 CH 10619 334 24TH AVE BELLWOOD, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 20, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 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 334 24TH AVE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-10-121-0310000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no

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