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January 31, 2018 Vol. 36, No. 21 ONE DOLLAR

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To be or not to be independent D97 wants BRAVO and CAST to explore nonprofit status By MICHAEL ROMAIN Editor

Community members affiliated with two popular, longtime Oak Park Elementary Schools District 97 performing arts programs are going into 2018 with more stage fright than usual at the prospect of what could be their final acts (at least as many people have known them) if a resolution isn’t reached with district officials on how they’ll be funded after the 2018-19 school year. As part of ongoing efforts to practice fiscal restraint, district officials have been in talks with officials from BRAVO, the nationally prominent performing arts program based at Brooks, and CAST, the celebrated performing arts program at Julian, about ways the programs can become more financially independent. Representatives with both programs, however, say they aren’t seeking the autonomy. Last year, the district “explored cost-cutting options with the board,” according to a Jan. 23 memo drafted by Alicia Evans, the district’s outgoing assistant superintendent for finance and operations. “One of those options included the elimination of CAST and BRAVO positions,” Evans wrote. After the public learned of that option, there was “an immediate response to keep CAST and BRAVO staff and continue to support performing arts at both schools.” See D97 ARTS on page 13

The no-boots boot

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Adolfo Laborde, 13, of Oak Park, kicks the ball into the goal on Friday, Jan. 26, at the Ridgeland Common soccer field. A January thaw brought soccer players outdoors.

OP moves toward adopting racial equity model Community Relations Commission urges mindfulness in decision making

By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

The village of Oak Park has a long history of aspiring to achieve racial diversity and inclusiveness, from the historic Fair Housing Ordinance of 1968 to the more recent Welcoming Village Ordinance, es-

tablishing Oak Park as a sanctuary city. But there still is more work to be done, according to members of the village’s Community Relations Commission, an advisory group which presented a plan to the Oak Park Board of Trustees on Jan. 29, to advance the concepts of racial equity in Oak Park.

The plan, known as “Governing for Racial Equity,” would train village employees and officials to approach decision-making through the prism of racial equity, according to members of the commission. See EQUITY on page 14

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I N S I D E

R E P O R T

DPOP phone banking for 3 guv hopefuls The Democratic Party of Oak Park is not endorsing a candidate for governor in the March 20 primary, but has opened its office for phone banking for each of the three leading candidates. Beginning Jan. 30, the DPOP office at 6941-A West North Ave. is open on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. for phone banking for Chris Kennedy. On Wednesday evenings, starting Jan. 31, the office will be open for phone banking for State Sen. Daniel Biss. And on Thursday evenings, starting Feb. 1, the office will host phone bankers for J.B. Pritzker. “There are pockets of support among our members for all three candidates,” said state Sen. Don Harmon, the committeeman of the Democratic Party of Oak Park.

Harmon has personally endorsed Biss, his colleague in the State Senate. However, in the contentious Cook County Assessor’s race, Harmon is staying neutral -- not endorsing incumbent Joseph Berrios, who also serves as the chairman of the Cook County Democratic Party; Oak Parker Fritz Kaegi who is mounting a strong challenge to Berrios; or Andrea Raila, whose nominating petitions are being challenged by Kaegi. “I’ve made no endorsement in the Cook County’s Assessor’s race,” Harmon said. When asked if he had any plans to endorse to anyone in the assessor’s race in the future, Harmon said, “At this point I don’t have any plans to do so.”

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fronting Oak Park Avenue, which, when backlit, features Abraham Lincoln and George Washington Carver on either side of Jesus — is throwing Harry a well-deserved retirement bash this Saturday night at Elmcrest Banquets in Elmwood Park.

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The Hammer hangs it up

The sign at the corner of Oak Park Avenue and Ontario Street read “Parting Words” in preparation for Rev. Harry Parker’s final sermon last Sunday at First Baptist Church of Oak Park. Parker, aka “The Hammer” (allegedly), has delivered over 1,000 sermons in his 28 years as pastor of what is probably the most racially diverse congregation in the village. In actuality, he has been a notable model of reason and fairmindedness in an era of societal polarization. In recent years, he has battled cancer and the experience deepened his spirituality (which he explored in our Viewpoints section), along with the many trips he led with congregants (and on one occasion with a Wednesday Journalist) to the Holy Land. The congregation — known for many Decembers hosting a Live Nativity diorama (with camels!), running a popular preschool nursery program, and the unusual stained-glass window

Tourism brings $225M to Oak Park

Visitors to Oak Park spent $224.7 million in 2016, according to a news release from Visit Oak Park, the nonprofit tasked with attracting tourists to the village. Visit Oak Park CEO Sara Barnett said tourism expenditures for the entire Visit Oak Park area, covering several western suburban communities, including Maywood, River Forest, Berwyn and Brookfield, totaled $602.8 million in 2016. That represents a 2.6 percent and 2.5 percent increase from the previous year for the area and Oak Park, respectively, helping to support more than 5,300 local jobs and generating $65.4 million, according to Visit Oak Park.

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A high bar Gymnasts with Oak Park Gymnastics compete during the Gold Medal Invite gymnastics tournament at Oak Park and River Forest High School last Sunday. More photos on page 15.

D90 opens kindergarten registration

Find out everything you wanted to know and more about enrolling your soon-to-be- kindergartener at River Forest District 90 schools at Information Night on Feb. 1. The first day of school is Aug. 23. Hear presentations from kindergarten teachers, the school nurse, principal and leaders from the Parent Teacher Organization. The evening will also feature a tour of classrooms. Registration for D90 kindergarten begins Feb. 2 for children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 1. Families who live north of Chicago Avenue should plan to attend Information Night at 6:30 p.m. at Willard School, while families who live south of Chicago Avenue should plan to attend the 6:30 p.m. program at Lincoln School.

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Construction begins on The Depot

Construction on River Forest Park District’s Metra depot headquarters started Jan. 24 and, if all goes well, will be finished by June 1, in time for the district’s slate of summer programming, said Michael Sletten, executive director.

“The original building’s offices were scattered all over different spaces, and so we’ll be consolidating offices in a secure space on the top floor,” Sletten said. “The lower level will be two larger program rooms that will allow us to offer so more adult programming and so then we can expand our summer camp program, which is a big thing since that is always packed.” The Park District Board of Commissioners budgeted $782,056 for renovations to The Depot, 401 Thatcher Ave. Construction Solutions of Illinois is the general contractor for the project, and FGM Architects is the architect. The park district has built in a $50,000 contingency, in case of unforeseen cost overruns. Planned renovations include a redesigned first-floor, which will free up more space for activities, including a 750-square-foot programming space. There will be a revamped lobby as well. The building will also be ADA-accessible. Park district staff moved out of The Depot just before Christmas, and have temporarily relocated to an apartment building across the parking lot from their old HQ.

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Correction A story in the Jan. 24 edition of Wednesday Journal inaccurately identified Scott J. Frankel in a photo. We regret the error.

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Jan. 27-Feb. 7

BIG WEEK Flamenco with Maya Tatiana Thursday, Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m., Nineteenth Century Charitable Association: With haunting Spanish guitar solos and dance evocative of rumba and tango, you will be moved by the passion and depth of this colorful experience. Doors open at 6:45. $10, suggested donation. Info: 708-386-2729, www.nineteenthcentury.org. 178 Forest Avenue, Oak Park.

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Artist Talk Sunday, Feb. 4, 2 to 5 p.m., Firecat Projects Gallery: Oak Park artist Betty-Jane Lau’s show of two-sided weavings runs through Feb. 17. More: firecatprojects.org. 2124 N. Damen Ave., Chicago.

Friday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 3, 2:30 and 7 p.m., Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School: Various Mondays, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Bravo Performing Arts presents this heartwarming producVeterans Room, Main Library: tion that follows Junie B. as she takes the plunge into first Join film historian Doug Deuchler for a grade. She learns a lot about herself, friendship and how series of screenings and discussions. to take life’s lemons and make it into lemonade. $10; • Feb. 5: Mrs. Brown $8, students/seniors. Tickets: bravoperformingarts. • Feb. 12: Ladies in Lavendar org, 708-524-5621. 325 S. • Feb. 19: Mrs. Henderson Presents Kenilworth Ave. • Feb. 26: Notes on a Scandal Oak Park. • March 5: Philomena • March 12: Victoria & Abdul More: oppl.org/calendar. 834 Lake St., Oak Park.

Understanding the World of Islam: Sufism Wednesday, Feb. 7, 7 to 9 p.m., Veterans Room, Main Library: Sufism is a mystical Islamic belief and practice in which Muslims seek the truth of divine love and knowledge through direct personal experience of God. The University of Chicago’s Franklin Lewis, Associate Professor of Persian Language and Literature, introduces Sufism by way of 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic Rumi and his work. Bring your questions or email communications@oppl.org. 834 Lake St., Oak Park.

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“The Speckled Band” Monday, Feb. 5, 1:15 p.m., Nineteenth Century Charitable Association: Hear Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s favorite Sherlock Holmes story told by Helen Stoner, the main female character, played by Megan Wells. $10, suggested donation. More: 708-386-2729, nineteenthcentury.org. 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park.

Japan Fest Saturday, Feb. 3, Noon to 4 p.m., Oak Park & River Forest High School: Experience the music, games, food and crafts of Japan at this family-friendly event. Sponsored in part by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago. 201 N. Scoville, Oak Park.

Saturday, Feb. 3, 11:30 a.m., Multi-Purpose Room, Roosevelt Middle School: Join District 90, the PTOs and Dr. Ann Batenburg of Mindset Works in an interactive discussion about the growth mindset approach to life and learning. Lunch at 11:30 a.m. followed by discussion. Facilitated breakouts on applications at home, in school and in the community follow. Storytime compliments of the RF Library for those second grade and younger; older students participate in discussion. Free. 7560 Oak Ave., River Forest.

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Thursday, Feb. 1, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Meeting Room, River Forest Public Library: Chicago historian and urbanologist Max Grinnell takes a tour-du-table with historic photographs, ephemera and his own knowledge. Brought in partnership with River Forest Township. More: riverforestlibrary.org, 708-366-5205. 735 Lathrop Ave.

Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7 to 9 p.m., Veterans Room, Main Library: Author of How Healing Works: Get Well and Stay Well Using Your Hidden Power to Heal, Dr. Wayne Jonas draws on 40 years of research and patient care to explain how 80 percent of healing arises from outside the doctor’s office. His method helps people tap into their own healing capacity. The Book Table will sell books. Info: oppl.org/calendar. 834 Lake St., Oak Park.

Celebrate African-American Heritage Month Sunday, Feb. 4, 10 a.m., St. Catherine-St. Lucy Parish: The celebration includes Mass with Bishop Joseph Perry, festive praise and worship, three choirs in combination, African music and garb and a potluck brunch. People of all faiths invited. Info: 708-386-8077, crakitan@catherinelucy.org. 38 N. Austin Blvd., Oak Park.

Conversations: The Lid Saturday, Feb. 3, 9:15 a.m. to 10 p.m., Greater Chicago Church (GCC): Join the GCC women leaders to start the conversation on removing the ‘lid’ holding individuals back from fulfilling one’s full potential. Sheri Silk of Loving on Purpose presents at 10 a.m. on destiny, community and lifting each other up. Women’s panel at 1:30 p.m. Danny and Sheri Silk present an evening session at 7 p.m., open to men as well. $25; free, evening session. Childcare available. Questions: millie.phaeton@ greaterchicagochurch.com. Tickets/more: greaterchicagochurch.com/calendar/. 705 Jackson Blvd., Oak Park.

CALENDAR EVENTS ■ As you’ve likely noticed, our Calendar has changed to Big Week. Fewer items, higher profile. If you would like your event to be featured here, please send a photo and details by noon of the Wednesday before it needs to be published. We can’t publish everything, but we’ll do our best to feature the week’s highlights. Email calendar@wjinc.com.

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ART BEAT

Art in unusual places By MICHELLE DYBAL

Contributing Reporter

rt surrounds us. Though we may seek it out at Harrison Street galleries and Oak Park Art League (OPAL) shows or stumble across it during the Sculpture Walk in the warm months, it also shows up in places we may not expect. There are gallery spaces in the community, courtesy of businesses and the art entities that partner with them, which showcase the creations of local artists on a rotating basis. One place with a sizeable exhibition space is West Suburban Medical Center, which partners with OPAL. According to Stasia Thompson, director of marketing and public relations at West Suburban, having gallery space integrates art into the fabric of the community while supporting local artists. “We are a community hospital — more than just a place to come when people are not well,” Thompson said. “They come for information and education and the art is there on display for everyone.” Accessible during main hospital hours, the audience also includes patients and employees. “It reaches someone in a vulnerable place in their life as well as our employees,” Thompson said. “It creates an artful environment and can influence their healing process.” Opening Friday is “Fleeting Fragrances,” acrylic works by Bala Thiagarajan, influenced by her Indian heritage and henna art. Vivid colors reference the saris worn in South India and mandalas with a central mirror represent centering oneself and regaining balance. A different gallery space, this one run by the Oak Park Area Arts Council (OPAAC), can be found at Oak Park Village Hall. Currently on display is “Women of Quiet Confidence,” composed of charcoal and acrylic mixed-media drawings of African American females by Jesse Howard, who grew up in Austin and teaches at OPAL. Howard sees his audience as the village employees and the people coming in for code enforcement or getting a ticket, i.e. “the people who are trying to make it out there.” His art keeps things real, reflecting a population he didn’t see when going to galleries

— disenfranchised African Americans. “I am depicting the rawness of what I see,” he said. “My series at village hall shows the African American women who made me who I am today. They are the backbone of the community.” Another OPAAC gallery space is the Oak Park Township Senior Services Dining Room on the 100 block of South Oak Park Avenue. Painter and illustrator Jack Stockman has been exhibiting there for the past two months. His pieces include art designed for a children’s book, one of 20 he has illustrated in his career, and paintings he has done for family and friends. Stockman, who also has six paintings along the Metra train track embankment, believes OPAAC is putting “wonderful artwork” into different venues. “I enjoy putting [my art] in a different con(Clockwise from text,” Stockman said, top) Jesse Howard. “and I enjoy the fact Jack Stockman. that people viewing it Bala Thiagarajan. don’t always have opportunities to see artwork.” While everyone is welcome in the Senior Services Dining Room during open hours, a low-cost lunch is served weekdays to those over 60, bringing in another audience for artistic viewing. Passersby on Oak Park Avenue are welcome to peek into the windows to view the art as well. Yet more work is up for viewing at Forest Park National Bank & Trust Co., 7348 W. Madison St., coordinated through OPAAC. In February and March, the Oak Park Photography Club will exhibit there. “We want to afford artists, who don’t have one, a gallery space to showcase their work and have it out in the public,” said OPAAC Executive Director Camille Wilson White. “And they may have it purchased.” Like any fine art gallery, some of the work may be purchased directly from the artists. The opening reception for “Fleeting Fragrances” is Friday, Feb. 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Main Building Lower Level Gallery, West Suburban Medical Center, 3 Erie Court. “Women of Quiet Confidence” reception to meet the artist is on Thursday, Feb. 15, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Room #101, Village Hall of Oak Park, 123 Madison St.

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omething that has surprised me and moved me these past few years on my Facebook feed — even more than the Russians inviting me to a PTO meeting, peculiar cat videos and what you all had for lunch even as I had another bowl of soup from George’s — have been the posts about putting down pets who have made their intimate place in your hearts. There are weeks when it has felt like endless grief as one family, then the next shares the painful news about a dog or cat who faced the vet’s final visit. Usually accompanied on Facebook by a photo and a few emotional words of loss, we all immediately know the pain and the process that led to that essential family moment. I’m writing this Monday morning knowing that I’ll leave work early today to head home to gather with family and await the arrival of our exceptional vet, Aaron Vigil, who will close out the too short life of Ivy. Ivy is one of those dogs who, several years back, were transferred by the vanfull from overburdened shelters in Oklahoma and into the caring embrace of the no-kill Animal Care League in Oak Park. That was the first needle that Ivy and her sister Holly dodged as young pups. These arrivals from the South had become so common that the Journal wrote a story about the volunteers who repeatedly loaded vans and headed north. Ivy is some sort of mixed-up mutt with a heavy pit bull lineage and a lot of what we were told, oddly, was Greyhound. Made for a dramatic-looking friend — gigantic chest, tiny waist — with a mess of energy, a sweetness and soulfulness and, still, as Mary said early this morning, as we sat with Ivy on the living room floor, always those rare flashes reminding us that she had a little wild in her that she wouldn’t ever let go.

We chose not to list Ivy as a pit bull on her annual vaccine shot owing to the overwrought bias against the breed. But we knew and loved our pittie. And if it was wiser to list her as a poodle on her paperwork, then so be it. Don’t mean this to be an ad, but one of our good fortunes these past dozen years has been having a vet who comes to our house. Aaron Vigil comes whether it is time for vaccinations, the cat got into a fight and is scratched up, or the counter-cruising pit bull discovered a plate of eight uncooked pork chops and demolished them, bones and all. It was Ivy’s four courses of the other white meat last September that led to blood work looking for uncooked pork disease. The blood test confirmed that Ivy has a cast iron stomach but also that at just 7 years old she had signs of terminal lymphatic cancer. So we’ve been living on four months of borrowed time, a hundred extra evening walks, and both Thanksgiving and Christmas with this lovely animal. On Saturday afternoon as I sat in my comfortable chair watching an old movie, Ivy kept coming and standing, leaning against me. She just stayed and stayed, wanting rubs and connection. By evening she was pacing, her breathing just off from normal. And we knew the cancer had come for her. The tumors in her throat have been growing rapidly since the first of the year; her mood seemed off. Our goal, Mary, Mariah and I, was to make it to Monday, make it until Dr. Vigil could come, and we could all gather for what has now become a loving and brutal ritual. This will be our second pooch in a row to have died young, 7-8 years. What should be Ivy’s prime will now be her passing. To adopt a dog is to sign on for the complete cycle. We just need these cycles to be full cycles, not so painfully shortened.

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Oak Park tower fetches over $100 million

Village stands to gain more than $800,000 in transfer taxes from Vantage sale By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

Oak Park’s tallest and newest apartment tower, Vantage Oak Park, has been sold for more than $100 million to a partnership between Chicago-based Magnolia Capital and global finance company Goldman Sachs. The sale closed on Jan. 25, said Lee Golub, principal and executive vice president of Golub & Co., which developed the tower. It’s likely the most expensive property transfer in the history of the village and will net Oak Park more than $800,000 in transfer tax revenue. The 21-story, 270-unit luxury high-rise apartment building at the corner of Lake Street and Forest Place was completed in 2016 through a joint venture between Golub, Atlanta-based Wood Partners and investment management firm CBRE Global Investors. Golub would not reveal the exact price of the sale, but confirmed that it was over $100 million but under the $108 million reported elsewhere. He confirmed that it cost roughly

$90 million to build Vantage. The development was partially financed through a $68 million loan from PNC Bank. Golub said the partnership group has “a great relationship with Oak Park, the mayor, trustees and city staff.” “I think people like it in general,” Golub said, noting the building’s commercial tenants on the first few floors. “I think Cooper’s Hawk [restaurant] and the [Edward-Elmhurst] medical facility are great for the community,” Golub said. The sale dwarves that of the Oak Park Place Apartments, 479 N. Harlem Ave., which took place in August 2016, and which appeared to be the largest property purchase in village history at that time. That building, which is commonly referred to as the Whiteco building, sold for $68 million. Oak Park Mayor Anan Abu-Taleb told Wednesday Journal that he is happy for Golub, noting that “they took a risk and it paid off; they were first to market and it paid off for them and for us.” He added that the successful construction of the Vantage building has helped attract the attention of national developers. “We are the only village west of the city that’s rising,” Abu-Taleb said. He said the Oak Park Board of Trustees established goal in 2015 of generating $700 million in new investment in the village by

2025, but due to the success of Vantage and other high-rise projects in the downtown Oak Park area, the board recently increased its goal to $850 million. That goal also includes bringing in 3,000 new residents. Abu-Taleb said that each of the four new high-rise developments – the Emerson development at Harlem and Lake, the Lincoln Properties development near Harlem and South Boulevard, and the forthcoming Albion project at Lake and Forest – are expected to cost about $100 million to complete. “I believe it is our responsibility as a village board to increase our tax base,” he said. Asked if the new revenue would be used to hold the line on taxes, Abu-Taleb said: “I don’t want to increase the levy.” “Having such a stream of revenue, I would urge the board and staff to hold the levy or reduce it by 5 percent,” he said. Golub executive Michael Glazier, who oversaw the project, thanked the village for their partnership in the project. “I really enjoyed working with the city and got to know a lot of people who are very open, friendly, supportive of the project and practically minded and helped us thread the needle,” Glazier said. “We shared the experience and hopefully it’s benefitted the community as well as our group. It looks like things continue to move forward in Oak

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Colder temperature can affect dogs in obvious and subtle ways

ometimes, a sunny, 45-degree day is the reminder we need to know that winter won’t last forever. But don’t let a mild day in January erase your responsibilities as a dog owner. As this last week proved, winter always returns, meaning your dogs will have to endure several more weeks of a colder climate. In a previous column, we looked at ways to keep your dog’s paws safe and warm when it’s cold outside. This week, we’ll look at other aspects caring for your dog during these winter months.

Of course, if you have a small dog and a cold house, a winter sweater is a good thing. Also, it’s important to remember that a cold-weather coat can tangle and mat your dog’s fur so make sure you continue to brush your her often, even when it’s cold outside.

Mind your back—and theirs Coats are a dog’s friend. You don’t have to go all American-Girl-Doll and buy matching winter parkas for you and your pooch, but it’s important to keep your dog’s spine covered when he’s outside. Obviously, heartier and cold-weather bred dogs aren’t as bothered by the cold. In fact, a lot of dogs embrace the snow, but a coat can help keep them warm and protect their bodies from the wind. If you’re not sure if you should provide your pooch with an extra layer of warmth this winter, go back to the simple rule: If you’re cold, it’s a good bet that your dog is cold, too. Still, coats should be worn outdoors, not inside. In fact, it’s a good idea to remove all outer layers when dogs re-enter the house since they often have a hard time self-regulating their body temperatures. Don’t let them get used to an extra layer of warmth in your home.

Cold advice Now that your dog’s sporting the latest in canine outerwear, here are a few more cold-weather tips: • While a lot of owners like to let their dog’s winter coat grow out, it’s important to continue to groom their paws since they can be vulnerable to ice, salt and debris. • Your dog’s nails might appear longer in the winter. That’s because sidewalks, which usually help wear down your dog’s nails, are often covered in snow and ice, removing a natural grooming tool from your dog’s daily beautification routine. • Keep your dog hydrated, especially if your house is dry during the winter. Put out an extra bowl of water, maybe near where your dog sleeps. Hint: If you see your dog eating snow, there’s a good chance she’s thirsty. • Watch out for coyotes. If you’re used to letting your dog roam around in your yard unattended, you might want to join him when it’s cold outside. If not, keep a

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watchful eye on them from a window when they’re in the yard. • Dogs experience cabin fever like the rest of us. If they’re cooped up for an extended number of days or weeks, be sure to take them out on the weekends for some quality time at the park or send them to a doggie daycare during a weekday so they can burn off some of that energy. • Dogs are affected by the changes in daylight, but mostly because we’re affected by them. If we do things differently around the house because it gets dark outside earlier., our dogs are affected as well. And don’t deny their commitment to a routine. They might be bothering you for dinner earlier than usual if they’re used to being fed when the sun’s still up. Imagine their confusion when it’s dark at 5 p.m. and they still haven’t eaten. You don’t have to serve them the 4 p.m. Senior Dinner Special but you should adjust their feeding schedule if the rest of their day has been modified during winter. By taking a few precautions, you can be sure your dog is happy and healthy this winter. Don’t let the cold weather keep you and your four-legged friend inside until April. A nice walk with your dog on a sunny day will do you both some good. And don’t worry, spring will be here soon enough. Jill Showalter owns Yuppie Puppy and Doggie Day Play in Oak Park. She has personally tended to over 100,000 dogs since 2007 and has shared stories and advice with numerous dog owners.

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Oak Park police on Facebook, Twitter By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

Oak Park residents have told police over the last few months they want better communication from law enforcement officials, and the Oak Park Police Department has responded by launching Facebook and Twitter accounts. The department’s Facebook page is at www. facebook.com/VOPpolice and the Twitter account is available at https://twitter.com/VOPpolice. The accounts, which appear to have been created in late January, were launched without any announcement, but as of Friday, Jan. 26, the Facebook page had nearly 1,000 followers; the Twitter page had less than 50. Both accounts appear to include much of the same information, such as police summary reports, police news releases and a link to police forums scheduled for the next few weeks. Village spokesman David Powers said village staff just established the accounts and are working out some remaining information gathering processes for those working on the accounts. They plan to officially announce the accounts on Monday, Jan. 29. The accounts come at a time when carjackings have skyrocketed in Oak Park, the city of Chicago and other suburban municipalities. Residents have called for better communication between law enforcement and the public, arguing that information about serious crimes often are not made public until hours or days after they take place. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

Police offer insights on violent crime

Urge residents to call 911 if they see anything suspicious By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

On Jan. 4, intruders broke into a home on the 900 block of Franklin Avenue, stealing two cars. Almost two weeks later, they came back for more. Police had recovered the cars, but offenders forced open the home’s garage and took back a vehicle, having saved the keys from the last time. That incident was at the top of about 70 people’s minds at the River Forest Community Crime Prevention Meeting, Jan. 24, as attendees waited to hear advice on how to avoid the rash of car thefts, carjackings, and home burglaries occurring in the River Forest, Forest Park, Oak Park and Elmwood Park communities. “We have a proven crime prevention strategy in place, a regional approach because we know the same people are going into Oak Park and Forest Park and Maywood; they don’t know the border,” said River Forest Detective James Greenwood. From November 2017 to Jan. 22, 2018, there have been 15 carjackings across those towns, the most occurring in Oak Park, according to data compiled by River Forest police. A carjacking occurs when a car is taken through the threat or use of physical force. Fifty-five cars were also stolen during the same time period, the

majority in Oak Park. There have been 29 residential burglaries during this same time period, most in Oak Park. Greenwood urged people who see anything suspicious to call 911. Glen Czernik, River Forest crime prevention officer, reminded audience members that if they fall victim to a carjacking or theft, to give the offender their vehicle. “Property can be replaced, you can’t,” Czernik said. Greenwood said juveniles are stealing the cars and committing the carjackings, and are responsible for some of the home burglaries too. The car theft and carjacking trend hit the Chicago area in May 2015, with crews coming from the South Side of Chicago to the north suburbs and has since bled west, with West Side crews now in River Forest. Like the incident Jan. 4, Greenwood said most stolen cars are eventually recovered, often on the city’s West Side, and that’s “going to continue because that’s where those stealing and carjacking our cars are living,” he said. Often thieves go door to door, or hang out at gas stations, waiting for people to leave their car unlocked with the keys inside. Because most cars are stolen this way, River Forest police will start issuing $30 tickets to those who leave their vehicle unattended while running, a practice that is technically illegal in Illinois. “Citations can always be issued but that’s not necessarily the goal,” said Czernik, adding that officers also plan to simply warn residents who leave their car running while waiting

at Dunkin’ Donuts. Forest Park and Oak Park police said they will likewise be reminding residents to turn their cars off. When juvenile offenders are caught, they’re often put on electronic monitoring, which allows them to be out of their house only during specific hours, Greenwood said. In the Franklin Avenue burglaries, officers arrested two juveniles. Cook County Juvenile Detention Center officials screened both for housing at their facility, but offenders didn’t qualify for transfer. As a result, they were released. “They’re out driving around, stealing more cars, and the cycle continues,” Greenwood said, calling it a broken criminal justice system. In December 2017, River Forest police hosted reps from the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office and juvenile detention centers, and they’re “aware of this epidemic,” Greenwood said. “They’re trying to do something in the constraints that they have, but the juvenile justice system is meant to try to rehab the child.” Not incarcerate. “It’s meant so we don’t stigmatize and set up a 17-year-old for failure for the rest of his life,” Greenwood said. “But one thing they forgot with their good intentions: what to do with the hardened gang members, the gang members from Joliet, Rockford and Chicago. They forgot to address the issue of what do we do with them, and so now they’re lumped in with just the normal people and they go ahead and milk the system for what it’s worth.” CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com

Cook County Sheriff to aid in carjacking crackdown

Elected officials come together to share resources to fight crime By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart has agreed to send more resources toward Oak Park’s effort to curb carjackings and other crime in the village. A press release from Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin notes that the partnership was a result of Oak Park Mayor Anan Abu-Taleb reaching out to Dart and Boykin to request additional law enforcement resources. “As the Cook County Sheriff, my office serves residents county-wide,” Dart said in the press release. “When issues like this arise, it is my duty to work with existing law enforcement to find a solution.” Boykin said in a telephone interview that

the Sheriff ’s Office has spoken release. “We must work prowith the Oak Park Police Departactively to fight crime in our ment about the extent of the opcommunity, and collaboration eration with the goal of increasserves as proof that the stakeing the sheriff ’s visibility in the holders are working together.” village. State Sen. Don Harmon (D“They’re donating vehicles and Oak Park) said in the press remanpower in Oak Park to deal with lease that he also has been in the carjackings,” Boykin said, recontact with local law enforceferring to the rash of vehicular ment officials and state police hijackings that have taken place in “about the disturbing spike in TOM DART Oak Park over the last year. carjackings” in the village. Cook County Sheriff Five carjackings have taken “The State Police Departplace in the village so far in 2018. ment is concerned and focused “(Dart) takes this seriously and wants to on this issue across the region,” Harmon make sure the people are safe in every com- said. “We have got to put a stop to it, and I munity,” he said. “It’s good for Oak Park and am encouraged by the number of arrests alit is also good for the county in terms of ready and the dedication of new resources making sure people are safe.” to help.” Patrick Oldendorf, Boykin’s deputy chief Meanwhile, the Village of Oak Park isof staff, said the effort is now limited to Oak sued a press release on Friday, Jan. 26, notPark because of the request from the mayor. ing that more marked police cars have been “I applaud Commissioner Boykin and dispatched to the streets and alleys of Oak Sheriff Dart for working quickly to fight Park over the last few weeks. “Having additional marked squad cars on this issue,” Abu-Taleb said in the press

our streets is important, whether they bear the emblem of the Oak Park Police Department or any other law enforcement agency,” Oak Park Police Chief Anthony Ambrose said, referring to the presence of Sheriff ’s Department squad cars. “Criminals rely on finding targets they can hit quickly and move on. Seeing a roving patrol car is a sure way to make a criminal think twice.” Ambrose also said that “patrol strategies are not fixed” and that OPPD is monitoring crime reports and communicating with other law enforcement agencies to better track criminal trends. “High visibility throughout the community with marked squad cars is a proven crime prevention tactic,” Ambrose said. “But we also maintain an aggressive undercover approach to broaden the reach of patrols, especially in areas where data suggest a trend may be developing.” He added that resident participation in crime prevention is still key to catching criminals. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

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Neighbor’s call foils Three arrested in attempted Oak Park carjacking Oak Park carjacking

Two apprehended after failed hijacking in alley By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

Police have charged two people, an 18-year-old man and a teenage boy, both of Chicago, in connection with an attempted carjacking in an Oak Park alley on Jan. 23. The juvenile was charged with attempted vehicular hijacking. Jacoby Douglas, 18, of the 3300 block of West Jackson Boulevard, was charged with burglary. Police turned the teenager over to Cook County Juvenile Justice authorities. The arrests came after a failed attempt to hijack a vehicle that had just pulled into a garage in the alley behind the 1100 block of Grove Avenue on Jan. 23 at about 8 p.m. According to police, the female

driver was still inside the vehicle, with the doors locked, when a male offender knocked on the window while pulling on the door handle and ordering her out. A second male also yelled for her to exit the vehicle. It is unclear whether either suspect was armed. The driver started honking her car horn and the offenders fled the garage. A neighbor saw both suspects exit the garage and immediately called 911, providing detailed descriptions. About 20 minutes later, an officer stopped two people who fit the descriptions walking in the 800 block of South Oak Park Avenue. Police arrested both suspects, who reportedly were positively identified by the witness and victim. Charges are pending. ONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

Police: Woman was targeted while fueling up at gas station By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

Oak Park police have charged three Chicago men with an attempted carjacking that took place at the Shell gas station at 1 Harrison St. at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27. According to a police press release, the three men – Sharod Turner, 23, and Jamel Turner, 21, both of the 1100 block of South Mason Avenue, and Demetrius T. Haymon, 20, of the 5800 block of West Fulton Street – attempted to steal a woman’s vehicle as she began to fill her tank at the pumps. Oak Park police said in an earlier press release that the woman said she began to get gas

Demetrius T. Haymon, Sharod Turner and Jamel Turner

when she saw one of the men enter her vehicle from the driver’s side. She confronted him and he implied he had a gun, police said. The man then fled the vehicle and ran northbound on Austin Boulevard. He was accompanied by two others. Police stopped and arrested Jamel Turner and Haymon near the incident. They arrested Turn-

er on Sunday morning near his Chicago home. Police initially reported that they did not find a weapon on the day of the incident. There was no mention of a weapon in the most recent press release. A bond hearing for all three men was scheduled for Monday, Jan 29, at the Maybrook courthouse. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

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A program of dance and native music mingled with the Moorish, Jewish and eternal gypsy spirit. Doors open at 6:45. Beer, wine and snacks available.

Saturday, 2/3 – 5:30 pm “Follow the Footsteps” Gala Fundraiser.

Dinner, entertainment, auctions. $100. Call to reserve.

Monday, 2/5 – 1:15 Arthur Conan Doyle – “The Speckled Band”

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s favorite Sherlock Holmes story. Megan Wells as the main female character delivers spot-on theatrical timing.

Monday, 2/12 – 1:15 My Funny Valentine; Love Puccini Style, Love Viennese Style, Love American Style and Naughty Love Soprano Christine Steyer and tenor Emanuel Caraman.

Thursday, 2/15 – 7:30 pm Henry Fogel Presents…pianist, Conley Johnson

Some of the most glorious music from the romantic era. Program concludes with a rip-roaring virtuoso showpiece, The Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2. Two tickets of the same price for the price of one! $35, $20 students.

Sunday, 2/18– 3 pm Free Readers of Oak Park presents Rumors

Local, actor- based ensemble showcasing the magic of words.

Monday, 2/19 – 1:15 Author Donna Seaman’s new book Identity Unknown: Rediscovering Seven American Women Artists reveals the lives and work of almost lost icons of their day.

Monday, 2/19 – 7:00 English Country Dancing.

No partner needed, dances are taught and called.

Thursday, 2/22 – 7:30

Just Duets, with singers John Eskala and Joanie Winter, with pianist Pat Rusk. An evening of music and entertainment. Doors open at 6:45. Beer, wine and snacks available.

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Could Oak Park, township merge?

Village to establish task force on efficiencies, commission on aging By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

The Oak Park Board of Trustees is moving forward with its goal-setting initiatives earlier this month and plans to establish two new advisory bodies – a task force on efficiency and a commission on aging. Trustees made it clear that the task force on efficiency is not solely focused on the topic of consolidating the village and township governmental bodies, but they all noted that it is a topic they intend the taskforce to explore. The topic of consolidation, a subject that has been discussed for years, has resurfaced in recent months as Oak Parkers have become increasingly vocal about the rising tax burden in the village. Consolidation was discussed at a recent meeting of the ad hoc, resident-led Oak Park Property Tax Watch group, which met earlier this month at the Oak Park Public Library. Oak Park Mayor Anan Abu-Taleb said in a recent interview that Illinois has over 7,000 units of government, more than any other state in the union. He said he hopes the task force, which has yet to be formed, “lets us know if consolidation makes sense.” “If the community sees a benefit [to consolidation], then it’s up to the village to find that out,” Abu-Taleb said. Many who support the idea of consolidation point to the 2014 consolidation of the city of Evanston and its township. The city released a white paper in August 2016, not-

ing that the consolidation saved the municipality $780,000 in the first year. Trustee Bob Tucker referred to the savings in Evanston in a recent telephone interview, noting that the initial savings to that village were greater than expected. He said the task force will look at anything that creates efficiencies to the village’s bottom line. “It think we’re all interested in having that conversation,” he said. Trustee Jim Taglia, who served on the Oak Park Township Board of Trustees for six years, said the goal is to find efficiencies, but if it leads to an exploration of consolidation “then so be it.” “It’s important that as elected officials that we recognize and never forget that our obligation is to the taxpayers, not the taxing bodies,” he said. The commission on aging will pursue a different goal of better understanding and connecting to Oak Park’s aging population. The commission was spurred by a community meeting held by Abu-Taleb earlier this year to discuss aging in the village. Trustee Simone Boutet said in a telephone interview that people are living longer and more productive lives “and we, as a village, need to make sure we’re making decisions that take that reality into consideration.” She said that includes decisions concerning zoning, infrastructure and service delivery. Trustee Deno Andrews said that many aging Oak Park residents are now struggling to stay in their homes because of the rising tax burden. He hopes the commission investigates a “pathway for people to live their whole lives here.” “I think we have a real need for that, and it should be a part of the planning process when we are building our village,” Andrews said.

River Forest joins community data-sharing collective

Cooperative consists of 11 communities that want to improve operations By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

River Forest trustees unanimously approved the village’s participation in the Northern Illinois Benchmarking Cooperative (NIBC) at a regular board meeting, Jan. 8. NIBC is a collaboration among several communities that compares strategies and data about how to best run a local government.

River Forest will pay $5,781 to join the collective, which includes the communities of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Buffalo Grove, Schaumburg, Glencoe, Wilmette, Lincolnshire, Arlington Heights, Hoffman Estates and Mount Prospect. Because the 2018 budget did not include funds for the initiative, this year River Forest’s participation will be funded from surplus revenues, and the 2019 budget will allocate funds for participation. What participation entails is collecting quantitative and anecdotal data on how communities run every village department. Researchers from the University of Illinois Chicago Department of Public Administration then compare data across communities, and compile a report on their findings.

UIC’s first report will focus exclusively on police attraction, retention and how officers respond to mental health calls. The first report should be completed by July 2018. “I think there’s a lot of similarities in the issues that people have seen with police officer retention, dealing with communities and public trust, and dealing with what the most holistic term would be for mental health calls,” said Jon Pape, River Forest management analyst, who is in charge of collecting and clearing data for the report. Pape said mental health calls could include everything from Alzheimer’s to suicide threats and depression. By the end of the month, the collective hopes to nail down concrete performance indicators that can be

used to measure and compare these topics across all 11 villages. Eventually, the collective plans to analyze data and best-practices for running all village departments. Pape said he did not know which village department the cooperative will choose to analyze next, but they will probably start collecting data in July 2018. He said analysis of police matters in River Forest will be ongoing. “The goal is to learn from what everybody else is doing, learn what’s gone well, what’s gone poorly, where people have different perspectives, and collaborate and communicate with each other to do these things better,” Pape said. CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com

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D97 ARTS

Oversight at issue from page 1 The district decided that all of the positions would be retained for the 2017-18 and 2018-19 school years. The two-year period “would provide CAST and BRAVO enough time to support their own activities and staff.” Currently, the district pays the salaries and benefits of four administrators for the programs, each of which are assigned a program director and a program manager. The program directors for both CAST and BRAVO are responsible for raising additional funds for the programs. When reached Monday, Chris Jasculca, D97’s senior director of policy, planning and communication, said the salaries and benefits of those CAST and BRAVO employees totals roughly $278,000. “We also provide access to facilities, cover the cost of custodial services during nonschool hours, cover the cost of supplies and provide technology for their summer programs,” Jasculca said. According to Evans’ memo, the district asked CAST and BRAVO “to inform the administration about construction activities,” because past building improvements for the programs had “been made without proper authorization or oversight” and the work was “not in compliance.” Representatives for CAST declined to say how much more money they raise each year beyond what the district provides and representatives for BRAVO could not be reached for comment. In May, district officials decided to explore whether or not the district should continue the practice of not evaluating CAST and BRAVO performing arts directors if they aren’t working during the day, and to con-

sider “conversations on business tasks that might be combined and other business functions, like 501(c)(3) status, among other considerations.” At the time, D97 Supt. Carol Kelley also recommended that the district work with CAST and BRAVO leadership on a plan to develop a course in performing arts for middle-school students that would allow the schools to satisfy a minimum amount of arts-related instruction necessary for them to keep their International Baccalaureate certification. When the district met with CAST and BRAVO leadership in November, however, both groups “indicated that no progress had been made” in establishing their own nonprofit status, according to Evans’ memo. During a regular meeting on Jan. 23, Stephanie Kiesling, a CAST board representative, said she believes the depiction of the conversations between the district, and BRAVO and CAST back in May is “not accurate.” “The CAST council does not now, nor has it ever believed that these partnerships can exist without the form of staff and financial oversight provided by District 97,” she said, Kiesling added that the notion of the programs being independent of the district goes against the tenor of the public’s support for the programs when they were on the chopping block ahead of the two referenda that passed last April. She said that “what was explored” in May was how the two programs could expand their programming during the school day to support the district’s IB curriculum. Kiesling also claimed that “at no time since last May has there been any discussion between all parties involved” about the programs becoming independent of the district.

D97 approves pay increase for some at-will workers Pay hikes approved for teacher’s aids, custodians and other sub workers File photo

During the Jan. 23 meeting, parents of BRAVO and CAST participants spoke out in support of the programs. “BRAVO has given kids self-esteem and confidence, and has built their personality where they’re able to take risks and improve themselves,” said Juan Gonzalez, a co-president on BRAVO’s board who is also the parent of a BRAVO participant. “For the last 10 years, the board has supported the program and I’d encourage.” Both BRAVO and CAST offer free musical theater for D97 middle-school students during the school year and tuition-based summer programming. CAST is over 30 years old while BRAVO was created in 1995. The programs, BRAVO in particular, have generated national, even international, acclaim for the quality of their productions. One parent of a BRAVO participant who spoke at the Jan. 23 meeting said that “there are people in Australia and New Zealand who recognize this program” and with both programs “the bar is set really high for [students who participate] and that isn’t true for a lot kids in other middle schools.” CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

The Oak Park Elementary Schools District 97 school board voted unanimously to increase the pay of for substitute custodians, substitute teaching assistants, playground supervisors and lunchroom workers. The vote, which happened at a Jan. 23 regular meeting, brings those rates closer to competitive levels and more line with Cook County prevailing wage rates, and could result in the district attracting more qualified candidates to those positions. The pay for substitute custodians now increases to $12 an hour from $10 an hour. Substitute teaching assistants will now get paid $45 per half day and $90 per full day — up from $10.15 an hour. Playground supervisors and entrylevel lunchroom workers will now both be paid $11 an hour, up from $9.84 an hour and $10.67 an hour, respectively. The pay increases took effect immediately after the board approved them last week. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

Brooks boosts interim to permanent principal status

Former asst. principal had been acting principal since Khan’s departure By MICHAEL ROMAIN Editor

Brooks Middle School in Oak Park has a new permanent principal after the school’s former principal, LeeAndra Khan, resigned to take another job last June. During a Jan. 23 regular meeting, the District 97 school board unanimously approved the appointment of April Capuder as principal. Capuder, who had been working as interim principal at the school since the start of this academic year, was given a 1-year

terim principal, and before she contract with a base salary of was hired at Brooks, Capuder $124,052. worked in various roles at Schil“I want to congratulate April ler Park School District 81. on her appointment,” said D97 From 2006 until 2014, she was a Supt. Carol Kelley in a stateseventh-grade science teacher, an ment released after Capuder’s eighth-grade math teacher, and appointment. a Common Core coordinator. Ca“She has done an exemplary puder graduated from National job at Brooks in her roles as Louis University with a bachelor’s interim principal this year degree in elementary education and assistant principal before APRIL CAPUDER and obtained a master’s degree in that,” Kelley added. “I truly Brooks principal school leadership from Concordia believe that her experience, University Chicago. leadership and tireless dedica“I consider it a true honor to be able to tion to the success of our students will help both the school and our district reach new continue my service to the Brooks and Oak Park communities,” Capuder said in a disheights.” Capuder was an assistant principal at trict statement. “The faculty and staff at Brooks for three years before becoming in- this school and throughout the district are

doing amazing things to foster growth and development of our students.” District officials said Brooks parents/ guardians and staff were part of the search process, with both groups giving administration officials feedback about the qualities they desired in applicants and selecting members of teams that conducted interviews with prospective candidates. “I want to thank the members of the Brooks community for the critical role they played in the search process,” Kelley said. “The assistance they provided was instrumental in filling this position with an individual whose passion for learning and commitment to education will help our students continue to thrive both in and out of the classroom.” CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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Unlocked car left running is stolen near Barrie Park

A black 2017 Chevrolet Spark, left unlocked and running near Barrie Park in Oak Park, was stolen about 6 p.m. on Jan. 25. According to police, one of a group of four men entered the vehicle, which was parked in the 1000 block of South Lombard Avenue, and sped off. He headed southbound on Lombard, eastbound on Harvard, northbound on Taylor and then eastbound on Garfield. The other three men ran eastbound through Barrie Park, and police believe they may have been picked up by the stolen vehicle. The vehicle contained the driver’s purse, cellphone, wallet, cash and a driver’s license. The estimated loss was $14,300. The vehicle was recovered at 6:21 p.m. on Jan. 27 in the 1200 block of West Roosevelt Road in Chicago.

Aggravated fleeing, manufacturing cannabis Santino Roseburr, 40, of the 3400 block of Thomas Street in Melrose Park, was arrested in the 1100 block of Ontario at 12:22 p.m. on Jan. 23. He was charged with aggravated fleeing and manufacturing and delivering cannabis. Oak Park police report that Roseburr was pulled over by police and fled the scene and crashed. He fled on foot and was later taken into custody. He was found to be

EQUITY

Positive outcomes from page 1 Terry Keleher, of Race Forward: The Center for Racial Justice and Innovation, told the board that decision makers have to focus on equity, which is different than diversity. Equity focuses on positive outcomes for racial minorities, he said, while diversity is about variety. He made the point that diversity is necessary for racial equity, but without positive outcomes for minority races, you have not achieved equity. Keleher said it is, perhaps, more important now than ever for local governments to make a commitment to equity, because of the changing role of the federal government under the current administration. He said the total cost for training for village staff and officials could run anywhere from $50,000 to $100,000. Keleher emphasized the importance of being mindful about racial equity in every decision made by government staff and officials. He said his organization already is working with Oak Park’s elementary and high school districts on Governing for Racial Equity approaches to decision-making.

in possession of cannabis. No other detail was given.

Theft ■ An Oak Park juvenile was arrested for stealing beef jerky and cookies from the 7-Eleven at 661 South Boulevard at 6:49 p.m. on Jan. 23. ■ A Maywood resident’s rose and gold iPhone 6 Plus was stolen from the Subway sandwich shop, 208 Lake St., about 12:24 p.m., after she left it on the counter. ■ A brown wallet containing cash and identification was stolen from a Maywood resident’s backpack in the 1200 block of North Harlem Avenue sometime between 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 23 and 9:30 a.m. on Jan. 24. ■ A sign was stolen from a yard in the 600 block of South Grove Avenue sometime between 5 and 10 p.m. on Jan. 21. The estimated loss is $10. ■ A 63-year-old resident of the 1700 block of Meade St. in Chicago was arrested in the 800 block of North Humphrey at 4:01 p.m. on Jan. 22 and charged with theft. ■ A man attempted to sell someone a Louis Vuitton men’s belt at the Wendy’s restaurant, 11 N. Harlem Ave., at 3:05 p.m. on Jan. 28. The buyer took the merchandise without paying the man and ran northbound on Maple and eastbound in the South Washington Boulevard alley. The estimated loss is $400.

■ Someone by unknown means stole two leather jackets, a bottle of Jack Daniels whiskey and a crystal decanter from a residence in the 900 block of North Kenilworth sometime between 8 p.m. on Jan. 27 and 6:04 p.m. on Jan. 28.

Armed robbery Charles A. Davis, of the 700 block of North Parkside in Chicago, was arrested in the 2700 block of South California in Chicago, at 9:25 a.m. on Jan. 23, and charged with an armed robbery that took place in Oak Park. Police did not give details about when or where the armed robbery occurred.

Criminal damage to property ■ Someone broke the glass door at McCarthy Eye Center, 7055 W. North Ave., sometime between 5 p.m. on Jan. 23 and 12:13 a.m. on Jan. 24. The estimated damage is $500. ■ Someone broke the lobby entrance glass window of an apartment building in the 200 block of South Oak Park Avenue at 2:15 p.m. on Jan. 24. The estimated loss is $500. ■ A vehicle parked in the Holley Court Garage, 1125 Ontario St., was vandalized with several scratch marks sometime between midnight on Jan. 19 and 8:47 a.m. on Jan. 26. The estimated damage is $1,000. ■ Sometime between midnight and 6 a.m.

Commissioner Kelly Benkert he’s seen on social media congave an example of how the city of cerning the increase in carSeattle began using racial equity jackings in Oak Park. He said techniques in its decision-making. that in one social media group, In one neighborhood that had exsome have begun posting imperienced a spike in crime, city ages of firearms and how they officials found that street lights will use them if they are tarin the area had burned out, but geted. the public works department only He said that as the father of replaced them when a complaint a 13-year-old African-American was made. boy, the heated rhetoric has This can be a problem in comhim worried. munities of color where residents “I’m actually more worried might distrust police and governabout some neighborhood vigiment officials. She said the neighlantes at this point than the borhood had a large immigrant rare instances of carjackings,” population, and the language barKeleher said, adding that while ANDREA BUTTON rier also might have prevented crime is certainly a concern, Trustee residents from calling for lights to he was “more concerned about be changed. racial bias.” Looking at the problem through “No one knows why the cara racial lens informed the city’s decision- jackings are happening, and to me that’s making process, prompting officials to get inexcusable,” Keleher said. “There’s human rid of the complaint-based system. The people behind those carjackings, and if we change helped reduce crime in the area and had restorative justice practices, we might be able to talk to people and find out what’s served communities of color, Benkert said. Oak Park Trustee Dan Moroney asked going on.” Focusing on punitive responses, said KeleKeleher and other commission members if there were specific issues in the village that her, discourages that. “It’s like, let’s get more cops, let’s get more would be addressed through adopting the guns, let’s stiffen the fines, but we’re not getracial equity governance model. Keleher, an Oak Park resident, said he was ting to the root of the problem,” he said. Keleher said police tell residents to conmost recently concerned with comments

“This has to be a village-wide conversation.”

on Jan. 26, someone broke the glass container boxes to six fire extinguishers on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th floors of the Holley Court Garage. They also exhausted the extinguishers onto several vehicles and the floor. The estimated damage is unknown. That same evening, someone took the front license plate from a vehicle on the fourth floor. The estimated damage for that was $220.

Battery A 24-year-old resident of the 400 block of South Taylor was arrested at Oak Park Village Hall, 123 Madison St., at 10:15 a.m. on Jan. 24, and charged with battery. No other details were provided. These items, obtained from the Oak Park and River Forest police departments, came from reports, Jan. 19-28, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded. Anyone named in these reports has only been charged with a crime and cases have not yet been adjudicated. We report the race of a suspect only when a serious crime has been committed, the suspect is still at large, and police have provided us with a detailed physical description of the suspect as they seek the public’s help in making an arrest.

Compiled by Timothy Inklebarger and Nona Tepper

tact them when they see something suspicious, but he cautioned against an underlying bias that might be informing those suspicions. “When people make fast, automatic associations between dark-skinned and criminality, that’s a public safety threat I feel every day when my son’s out,” Keleher said. Trustees voiced their support for implementing the new racial equity framework, and are expected to take action some point within the next couple of months. Trustee Bob Tucker said it is important, especially considering members of the village board are predominantly white – Mayor Anan Abu-Taleb is originally from Palestine – that trustees need to always consider racial equity in their decision making. “What I like about this and learning about this is we don’t always know what we don’t know,” Tucker said. Trustee Andrea Button said the time is now for Oak Park to be a leader in racial equity. “This has to be a village-wide conversation,” she said. Abu-Taleb noted that he, too, has been subjected to racial bias and efforts toward diversity and equity are ongoing. “The village of Oak Park has made a lot of progress in this area, but it’s not enough,” he said. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

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project. He added that talks continue with a third, yet-to-be-named grocer, but a deal has not been reached. “We are not there yet,” Abu-Taleb said. “I would say the project is not dead. We’re moving as fast as the slowest stakeholder.” He said the village has one chance to get By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER it right. Staff Reporter The project, if completed, would generate The clock is ticking on a project that a projected $1.6 to $1.8 million in property would overhaul a section of Madison Street taxes annually. Currently the same parcels from Oak Park Avenue to East Avenue – and are generating about $140,000 each year in Mayor Anan Abu-Taleb says the deal’s not property taxes. Abu-Taleb has said the village might be able to extend the Madison dead yet. TIF, but that conversation has Abu-Taleb, who also serves not yet taken place. as a voting member of the Oak He said that in order to attract Park Economic Development business and development to the Corporation (OPEDC), a nonarea, the village and developer profit group tasked with bringhave to create a sense of space, ing economic development to the and Madison Street in its curvillage, told Wednesday Journal rent form has the feel of a highthat negotiations continue on a way. proposed development with JuHe said that the Emerson piter Realty. mixed-use development project Jupiter was chosen as the prenear the corner of Lake Street ferred developer of a parcel of and Harlem Avenue took nearly village-owned land at the corner a decade to complete. of Oak Park Avenue and MadiOther trustees on the village son Street in December 2016. board have yet to hear any firm That project would comprise ANAN ABUTALEB information on the project. new residential and retail propOak Park mayor “I’m hearing absolutely notherties on both sides of Madison ing, and I’m getting antsy,” said Street and bend the street to acTrustee Deno Andrews. commodate an anchor tenant on Andrews said he is comfortthe south side of the street. able with OPEDC and the mayor The roughly $13 million available in the Madison Street Tax Increment taking the lead on the project, but someFinancing District fund could help pay for thing needs to happen soon. “I think that there’s been ample time for the project, but the TIF expires at the end of 2018, putting pressure on the village and its the preferred developer to make a deal on preferred developer to lock in aspects of the Madison Street, and if that deal doesn’t get presented soon, I think it’s our fiduciary project in the coming months. Abu-Taleb said late last year that gro- duty to rethink the preferred developer’s cery store chains Mariano’s and Jewel had status or putting it back out to [a request for expressed interest in being the anchor ten- proposals],” Andrews said. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com ant, but both ultimately took a pass on the

“We are not there yet. I would say the project is not dead. We’re moving as fast as the slowest stakeholder.”

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hen David Burns was growing up in England, his family lived in a 500-year-old house. Over on this side of the pond, he found that housing stock was not quite so historic, but he and his wife, Marihelen, still wanted something with a bit of age that they could fix up for their family. He recalls that they started their home

search in Oak Park, but ended up purchasing 146 Keystone Ave. in River Forest. “Thirty-eight years ago, my wife and I made offers on eight houses in Oak Park,” he says. “We wanted an old Victorian that was worth restoring. We came to look at this house again, even though it was too big and too expensive. We ended up with a seven-bedroom house, and we had only one child.” Thinking he could work on the 1886 house See HISTORIC HOME on page 20

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LONG HAUL: The Burns family has painstakingly restored the Victorian home at 146 Keystone Ave. in River Forest since 1979. They are home’s fifth owners since the home was built in 1886.

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HISTORIC HOME Original character from page 19 himself on breaks from his day job as a consultant, Burns found it took twice as long and cost twice as much to restore the home and bring it up to modern standards as they had anticipated. As their family grew to include two more children, the house became a labor of love that was more than just a restoration project. Construction on the house began in July 1886 for Charles Marble and his wife, who raised nine children there. A printer, Marble copyrighted the Nabisco trademark. The home was built before there was city-provided water, so there was a well in the backyard, and a hand pump to pump water to the third floor. The Burnses restored the pump to working condition. The third family to live in the home, the Ryans, raised five children in the home. In 1932, Mr. Ryan was surprised by a visit from Herbert Hoover’s men after they found car abandoned by gangster Baby Face Nelson. A priest’s calling card was found in the back seat of the car, and that priest was visiting Mr. Ryan; both men had been childhood friends of Nelson. The fourth owners, the O’Leary family, raised nine children in the home from 1946 to 1979. Son John raised a boa constrictor in the basement, and the family paved over the yard to accommodate space for eight cars.

PICTURE PERFECT: The entire property received attention, from the original water pump in the backyard (above, left) to the kitchen (above), which was enlarged by removing a butler’s pantry and moved to allow construction of an adjoining sunroom (at right). Lower left, the living room.

Diamond in the rough When the Burns family bought the house in 1979, David worked on restoring the exterior of the home. The aluminum siding was removed, and the clapboard siding restored. The front porch, which had been altered over time, was rebuilt and an original bay window was uncovered. Throughout the process, care was taken to match the home’s original character.

Burns used his basement workshop to create replacement ornamental trim for the home. The chimneys above the roof were replaced to match the originals and lined so that the fireplaces could be used. At some point in time -Burns believes the 1920s -- a rear, open porch was enclosed, leaving only one rear window on the first floor that overlooked the back yard. That window was in the pantry, so the entire rear of the house was blocked off from the yard. When the Burnses renovated their kitchen, they moved it and installed two windows and also added a sunroom over an enlarged basement well. They surrounded the sunroom walls with hand-constructed windows made of 130-year-old wavy glass. The Burns family also replaced a garage with a coach house, which mirrors the style of the home and replaced the asphalt driveway with a brick-paved driveway. David Burns jokes that the exterior took so much time and effort that he had to wait until his retirement to get to work on the interior of the home. While he made sure to meticulously restore original features such as doors, windows and plaster, David says he and Marihelen were conscious of

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the fact that people live differently today than they did when servants were cooking in the small, dark kitchen. They opened up the kitchen, removing the butler’s pantry and turning the original food pantry into a mudroom. The new kitchen space is flooded with light through new windows and opens to a family room and breakfast room. Noting that a Victorian house would have had a big kitchen table, they wanted to create more storage space, but didn’t want an island. They created a storage piece in the center of the room using 130-year-old studs from the house as a table top, and adding power outlets and storage into the piece. “It’s not an island, it’s a table,” Marihelen says, firmly. On the second floor, they re-arranged space to create more bathrooms. A maid’s bedroom was turned into the master bath-

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OAKPARK.COM | RIVERFOREST.COM room and features a large shower and double vanity. Another hall bathroom was expanded and renovated in a modern Victorian style, with a six-foot bathtub, heated towel rack and stained glass details. A second-floor linen closet became a laundry room. David Burns and his father reconfigured the stairs to the third floor and created more livable space, including a fifth bedroom and another full bathroom. During the process of interior renovations, all the home’s mechanicals were replaced, including electric and plumbing systems. Air-

conditioning was added, and the home now has three-zones of heating and cooling. While the upstairs might retain such classic features as pocket doors and stained glass, the basement is an unexpected find. The couple finished it in a steam punk style, tuck-pointing the stone walls and leaving them exposed. The open space includes a bar with a copper counter and sink, a wine cellar, cement-swirled flooring and exposed rafters in the ceiling. They like the space so much that they hosted their daughter’s rehearsal dinner in the basement.

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WOW FACTOR: The home retains historic features like the carved wood staircase on the first floor (top) while marrying that historic feel with modern amenities like the steampunk style basement that includes a wine cellar, a bar and exposed stone walls. David jokes that their youngest daughter was born the day they started work on the interior of the house, and they wrapped up work in time to host her wedding reception in the home. For David and Marihelen, hosting that event and winning a Historic Preservation award from River Forest capped off Sponsored Content

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light hospitality. Afterwards, Dr. Ann Batenburg of Mindset Works will lead an interactive presentation on the benefits of a growth mindset for both adults and students. She will offer suggestions on identifying one’s own current mindset and applying mindset principles in all areas of one’s life. Facilitated breakout sessions will continue the conversation. The River Forest Public Library will also hold a special story time for students up to grade 2 during the presentation (12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.), while older students will be able to participate in the main presentation. Please join District 90 and the District 90 PTO’s in the Mindset discussion and small group breakout sessions – even if you have not read the book. This event is free and open to the public. The final community event for the One District/One Book initiative will be a live webinar that will be held on Wednesday, February 21 from 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Additional details will be forthcoming. * Roosevelt Middle School is located at 7560 Oak Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305

a lifetime in the house. With all of their children grown and their renovations at a stopping point, they hope another family will move in and love the house as much as they have. They have listed the house with realtor Laura Maychruk of Gullo & Associates for $1,325,000.

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ELEGANT, GRACIOUS HOME with 4 BRs, 2-1/2 BAs offers a large formal LR w/gas fireplace, spacious DR, hardwood floors, beautiful molding, family room, eat-in kitchen, finished lower level and whole house generator. Outside includes back deck & 3 car garage. .......................................$819,000

BEAUTIFUL BRICK TRI-LEVEL HOME nestled in the heart of the Oak Park’s Gunderson Historic district. Great layout with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Family room in lower level plus Sub-basement. Beautiful new cherry wood floors throughout. Two car garage. ..........................................$450,000

BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANNE completely rehabbed with the highest quality craftsmanship throughout. Open kitchen with SS appliances, maple cabs and granite counters. Four bedroom, two full baths; bedroom on first fl can be office or in-law. Professionally landscaped back yard. ................$509,000

VERY UNIQUE PRAIRIE HOME sits on beautiful corner lot. The home suggestive of Tallmadge & Watson has a dramatic fam rm that opens to kitchen. Expansive LR with fireplace. Basement has 2nd half bath, and storage. Nice size yard with private brick patio & XL 2 car garage. .......$629,000

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UNPRECEDENTED ESTATE in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historical district of Oak Park! This meticulously renovated 5 BR, 5 full / 2 half bath property offers exquisite details and refined finishes that boast timeless materials and over the top custom millwork. This is a showcase home! ..............$1,875,000

LEGENDARY 1883 ITALIANATE VILLA on Keystone available for the first time in 37 years! A one of a kind house with 7BRs, 3BAs, new hardwood floors, custom stain glass windows, eat-in kitchen. Meticulously preserved original features. AND unparalleled 2014 Guest House! ................$1,650,000

PREPARE TO BE IMPRESSED with this STUNNING 5 bedroom brick home that was renovated from top to bottom in 2010. This home offers endless amounts of quality upgrades. Exceptional lower level like none you have ever seen. New 2 level brick and stucco heated garage. .......$1,495,000

COMPLETELY UPDATED mission influenced interior with amazing craftsmanship detail. Built-in oak shelving, gourmet kitchen, family rm, mud room. Special lighting & hardwood flrs throughout! Finished LL. Large lot with privacy fence, dog run, patio, and 2 car attd garage . .........$729,000

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A REAL STUNNER! This 4BR, 4 full, 1 half BA home was completely gutted and rehabbed in 2010. First floor features a much sought after open floor plan and chef’s kitchen. Bedrooms feature full walk in closets. Fabulous basement has an addl BR, full high end bath and rec room. ........$1,275,000

AMAZING GUT REHAB with second floor addition. Open first floor plan, family room, mud room. 2nd floor laundry room. Hardwood floors, fabulous wood and wrought iron railings. New custom deck and fenced back yard. Finished basement, two car garage with addl parking space. .........$699,000

HULBERT BUILT HOME located on a fantastic corner lot in Historic Oak Park! Five bedroom, two and one half bath home with natural woodwork, hardwood floors, and art glass windows. The kitchen/breakfast room overlooks spacious backyard, two car attached garage. ................... $617,000

THIS HOME HAS IT ALL! Open floor plan, hardwood flooring and natural woodwork. High-end kitchen, first floor laundry area. Four large bedrooms. Large basement offers additional living space. 2-car attached garage. Tons of storage with lots of natural light throughout..........$899,000

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STUNNING VICTORIAN! Updated 3 bedroom, 3 bath home. Original details have been preserved, and well considered updates added to create an ideal blend of historical character and contemporary design. House sits on an extra large lot with professional landscaping. ........................$549,000

OVER 60 LEADED GLASS WINDOWS in this four BR, three BA house with gleaming hardwood floors and beautiful woodwork throughout. Located in the middle of town, it offers custom cabinetry, Batchelder tiles in LR, hand painted tile in kitchen, Ann Sacks designer tile in BA........$889,000

STUNNING & SOPHISTICATED RENOVATION of this Mid Century 3 bedroom ranch. Perfectly updated for today’s living! Gracious living, dining and family rm. Magnificent GOURMET kit. First floor laundry/mudroom, finished LL, attached 2 car garage. Private yard with patio. ............$835,000

INVITING TWO STORY three BR on a corner lot designed in 1921 by renowned architect Lyman Allison. This classic home has retained all of its original charm including natural woodwork and stained glass windows. The tranquil back yard provides a perfect place to relax. .........................$425,000

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BEAUTIFUL center-entrance on large corner lot. Great central location! Home features updated kitchen open to the fam rm, outdoor dining area. Bonus sun rm on first flr and tandem rm on the second flr. Many new mechanicals, freshly painted throughout interior, exterior stucco, wood trim has been Call Laura! restored. Basement partially finished, plumbing in place to add a bathroom. Walk to schools, transportation, pool, parks + shopping and more!

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PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP is evident in this classic bungalow! Updated with finished basement. Three BRs on the 2nd flr, 1 BR/fam rm/office on the 1st flr. Yard FULL of mature plants, garage has workshop! Walk to school, parks, library & more! Move in and enjoy the Oak Park life!

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IT’S THE BEST OF ALL WORLDS - superb location, classic exterior, modern mechanicals & modest tax bill. Move-in ready - 2013 gut rehab. 3 blocks to Downtown OP, CTA & Metra. Wide lot w/huge backyard. Designer touches on every flr! Sunny open granite & SS kitchen, mudrm, 1st flr laundry Call Dave! rm + screened-in porch! Nice master suite w/soaking tub, sep. shower + double closets. Two full BAs on 2nd flr! 2 unit zoned hi-efficiency HVAC. Rec Rm, full BA (w/ steam shower) + bonus rm on lower level. 2.5 car garage + storage loft.

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ADDRESS

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LISTING PRICE

TIME

3135 Harvey, Berwyn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$219,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2:30

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1011 N. 11th Ave, Melrose Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$275,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 637 Lyman Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$339,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 605 S. Elmwood Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$450,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1179 Home Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$509,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12 815 S. Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$525,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3:30 1023 Bonnie Brae, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$560,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 1104 S. Cuyler Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$625,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 535 Carpenter Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$710,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-3

CONDOS

ADDRESS

MULTIFAMILY

313 S. Elmwood Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$915,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2

ADDRESS

REALTY CO.

LISTING PRICE

TIME

439 S. Home Ave. UNIT 1S, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$219,500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 431 S. Kenilworth Ave. UNIT 1N, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$224,500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-1:30

REALTY CO.

LISTING PRICE

TIME

5557 W. Van Buren, Chicago. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beyond Properties Realty Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$158,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sat. 12-3

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How to Make an Oak Parker Crazy

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hree Oak Park women tentatively pivoted before the zero-waste station, studying the signs, sheepishly conferring with each other, plates of garbage in their unsteady grips. Compost? Recycle? Landfill? Which fork goes in which? Do I have to scrape the remains of my pudding into compost before the plastic cup goes into recycling? Is it even the right number plastic to be recycled? Will I taint the entire bin of compost with environmentally hazardous garbage if I make the wrong decision? Oh nooo! “This is how you make an Oak Parker crazy,” a gentleman remarked, watching the women’s angst over trash. The burden of negligence combined with the inability to understand the posted placards describing types of

trash forced a reckoning with one’s own environmental impact. Last Friday’s Bite Nite event at the Nineteenth Century Club is the Chamber’s annual celebration of restaurants and food culture in our community. Sold out for the fourth year in a row, this “taste of” party brings over 400 people to rub shoulders with fifty local chefs and sample their splendid offerings. This year, with the help of Oak Park’s Sustainability Manager Mindy Agnew, we introduced a “zero-waste” approach to garbage. Mindy herself set up zero-waste stations, brought in a special dumpster for compost and trained volunteers to help patrons figure out how to dispose of their plates, utensils and half-eaten bites. It was terrific. We had a few bumps but issues were primarily education, behavior and culture. Like so many important issues in our area, we have strong progressive values but don’t always know how to incorporate

supportive behaviours into everyday living. While I am proud to say I am an environmentalist, I was unexpectedly humbled by a simple trash system that called for me to know the difference between compost and landfill. Say what?? Mindy was great. Our volunteers were amazing. By the end of the night we had not only “done a good thing” but educated everyone there. Well maybe not everyone: those precocious millennials and gen-xers not only sorted and tossed their trash with one fluid motion, they acted like this was totally normal. And it will be. Soon. We can be taught.

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to sunset, every day for four weeks. Nausheen sounds very much like a Jew on Yom Kippur or a Christian during Lent when she describes what Muslims are striving for during Ramadan. “What people may not know,” she said, “is that the purpose of Ramadan is to bring you closer spiritually to your Cre-

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Prepare the child for the road

uring coffee hour after church years ago, I watched a toddler crawl under a table. His mother followed her child, and placed her hand between him and the underside of the table top. The mother was, of course, instinctively protecting her toddler from standing up, banging his head, and crying out in pain. I’ve done the same kind of thing many times when my children were that age. Now I watch my daughter protecting her 1½-year-old in the same way. But I got to thinking. What if that mother at the coffee hour did not protect her child? What if the little tyke stood up and banged his head on the table top? He’d be in pain for a minute or two, but he’d never stand up under a table again, and he would have learned a painful lesson about “looking before leaping.” So I am asking myself, “Did that mom do her kid a favor by protecting him from pain? Or did she rob him of an opportunity to learn something about how to move around in a world with limits and consequences?” I read a soundbite recently that goes, “Prepare your child for the road, not the road for your child.” The saying is based on the metaphor of life as a bumpy road. Most of us, I assume, would agree that the road of life has many bumps, some of them very painful. So here’s the question I’m asking myself: “Should I teach my 4½-yearold granddaughter that life will often be difficult and sometimes painful, so that even at her young age she will be at least a little prepared for the inevitable bumps that upset her ride? Or do I try to pro-actively smooth out the bumps I see in her future before she gets to them?” Or, to get current: “Do we prevent this young girl, whom I love, from hearing about Larry Nassar?” That, of course, is a judgment call I’m going to let her parents make. But I think you get the point. As I listened last week to story after painful story from Larry Nassar’s victims, I heard some of them acknowledge that they had been naïve and taught as children to trust people in positions of authority. I’m not trying to blame victims here. And shame on me if I ever let someone hurt my granddaughter. But I wonder what might not have happened if those young athletes had been taught that a small percentage of adults should not be trusted and if they had been coached on how to distinguish between the bad actors and the vast majority of adults who are trustworthy. A second reason for telling those stories is that, in the telling, I will be reminded of my own responsibilities as an adult. When my granddaughter is placed in my care, I, as the adult, am the one responsible for her protection, not her. I will have to strike that balance between letting her experience appropriate amounts of independence

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Carjacking’s residual victims

y truth is I am more terrified for black boys/men in the suburbs than victims of carjackings. It is dangerous for innocent black boys for white people to be afraid of unidentifiable black men: Trevon Martin. Tamir Rice. Alton Sterling. These are not murders that happened in a vacuum. They happened because “black boys/men scared me” is a justifiable reason to kill them. And it is not just murdering that happens when people are faced with “black boys/men who scare them.” They also have to deal with: Being falsely arrested. Being beaten by the police. Having people they thought were neighbors and friends call the police on them, and relationships are broken. But one of the most difficult things that happens is that black boys and black men, who are residents of this community, are profiled and they have to take countermeasures to appear “unthreatening.” Which means that, currently, there are black boys who live in Oak Park that are being told not to go down dark alleys because their parents are afraid that someone might misjudge them as a criminal. There are black boys who live in Oak Park that instead of walking home from school or practice when it is dark, are getting rides from their parents because their parents are afraid for their safety. There are black men, who take the train every day for work, that are now trying hard to make it home before dark and/or figure out ways to distinguish themselves from “criminals” and make sure that they don’t look or act like “the scary, danger-

ous black man.” Yes, there has been a rise in carjackings. Yes, there are black/brown men who are committing crimes and white people have to be safe. But everybody has to be safe. And black boys and men who live in this community need to also feel safe from racial profiling. It breaks my heart to think of people being scared of my son, husband, nephew, brother, or my friends. Because all black men look the same in the dark and it is even worse for teenagers. It is hard enough being a black man and trying to be “un-dangerous looking” but add to that bad lighting and a rash of crimes and it is a no-win situation. My question to the community is this: Can we take a public stance against racial profiling? Can we support and protect black kids and youth in the community and allow them the same freedom to explore and be young as the white kids and youth in the community? Can we offer a support group for young black and brown men on how best to navigate through the community at night as to not raise suspicion? Can we offer support groups for those who have been the victims of racial profiling? Is there a way to be vigilant against crime and also make sure not to profile black male residents? The victims — of all races, ethnicities, and classes — who have been carjacked, aren’t the only victims. A community’s fear of “scary black men” has victimized many innocent black males, many of them just young boys, in the community too. ShaRhonda Knott-Dawson currently resides in the west suburbs of Chicago with her two school-aged girls and her husband, Brian. She writes a blog at EducationPost.org.

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ith the grout still setting in upper-floor bathrooms, the brand-new Vantage building has been sold to investors for a whopping $100 million plus. At 21 stories, the building towers, for now, over the corner of Lake and Forest. Towers also in the amount its sale will generate in real estate transfer taxes owed to the village of Oak Park. Sell your bungalow or sell your 270-unit apartment tower and you are going to pay $8 on every thousand dollars of sales price. Our Wednesday Journal calculator computes this unexpected haul to top $800,000 in found money for the village government. First, we say good for the Vantage developers. They worked and risked all through a devastating real estate collapse to keep a shaky project alive. And when the recession finally ended, they constructed a signature building, signed top-notch restaurant and service tenants and leased up nearly 20 floors of apartments in record time. They earned their substantial profit. Here’s the question we put to Mayor Anan Abu-Taleb last week during an interview: If you believe that intense residential and commercial construction is a key element in, at least, moderating Oak Park’s rising property tax burden, then how should village government use this unplanned, unbudgeted windfall? He gave us the answer we wanted to hear. Abu-Taleb said he’d recommend to his village board and the staff that the $800,000 be used in the next budget year to maintain or reduce village government’s property tax levy. Now we want to hear from the village and the other taxing bodies about their plans once annual property tax revenue begins arriving from the four high rises — Vantage, the Emerson, Harlem and South, and the soon to be constructed Albion. That ought to be $4 million per year and it cannot simply be absorbed into the spending stream of the parks, library, township and school districts.

The future of CAST and BRAVO We’re coming up on a year since District 97 Superintendent Carol Kelley more or less put the mostly independent middle school theater programs on notice that CAST and BRAVO needed to either come into the district’s orbit and under its direction or the venerable and admired programs had to begin functioning as fully independent nonprofit entities. Not much has happened since, despite talk of task forces and collaboration between the district and performing arts groups’ staff and volunteer boards. But Kelley is not letting the matter go quietly. It was raised again last week in a memo to the school board. This issue is complex and touches nerves. For some 30 years, each of these middle school programs has touched the lives of thousands of sometimes awkward middle schoolers, drawing themselves out of shells, onto the stage, and into extracurricular groups that aren’t formed around a sport. The performances have been uniformly wonderful. The leaders of each group have grown into iconic, some may have thought untouchable, status. It is not by accident that 20 years ago the district built two new middle schools each with a matching auditorium with amenities that would put a small-town high school to shame. But, times change, and the district is rightly under intense pressure to watch spending. And so the suggestion that BRAVO and CAST either integrate into the wider middle-school curriculum or fully take wing as distinct nonprofits is a debate that will have to be had. These are remarkable programs. But that does not make them immune to change.

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Profiles in patriotic courage Among this year’s Best Picture nominees are two powerful profiles in courage, The Post and Darkest Hour. I grew up in post-World War II America, hearing all about Winston Churchill, who was my father’s hero. He would regularly do Churchill impersonations for us. Two speeches cemented his place in history (and in my memory). The first was delivered before Parliament on June 4, 1940, less than a month after he became prime minister and just after the rest of Europe had fallen to the Nazis: “We shall go on to the end,” he said. “We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills. We shall never surrender.” The second speech, on June 18, added an exclamation point: “Let us therefore brace ourselves to our duties, and so bear ourselves, that if the British Empire and its Commonwealth last for a thousand years, men will still say, ‘This was their finest hour!’” Between those speeches, the film shows, Churchill went through a “darkest hour” of the soul. England was alone, and Churchill felt alone in his resolve to resist. Europe couldn’t help. The U.S. wouldn’t help (six months shy of Pearl Harbor). The fate of his army in Dunkirk looked more dire by the day. And his party conspired to replace him if he didn’t consider a peace deal with Germany. The Darkest Hour dramatizes how he overcame his own doubts and uncertainty, found the courage to defy everyone else’s, and, as Lord Halifax puts it with grudging admiration following the June 18 speech, “mobilized the English language and sent it into battle.” What is known as his “never give up” speech, by the way, was delivered more than a year later, on Oct. 29, 1941, when he visited Harrow School, his alma mater: “Never give in, never give in, never, never, never, never — in nothing, great or small, large or petty — never give in except to convictions of honour and good sense. Never yield to force; never yield to the apparently overwhelming might of the enemy.” Churchill is the exception that proves the rule, “Never say never.” He also, apparently, never said, “Never give up,” but that’s how it was relayed to us growing up. He also proved true a popular English adage, “Cometh the moment, cometh the man.” Americans look to films to bolster our flagging and faltering patriotic courage. Superheroes fail to inspire because we’re not in their league. The kind of courage shown by fallible humans who rise to an occasion in spite of their doubts and fears sets a much better example for all of us mere mortals. Katharine Graham’s courage, as portrayed by Meryl Streep in Steven Spielberg’s The Post, is likewise impressive. The first female publisher of a major American newspaper, she was thrust into the role when her husband, Philip Graham, committed suicide three months before JFK was assassinated in 1963. Gracious, warm and mannered, Kay Graham struggled to be taken seriously in a male-dominated world. Yet she found herself in the crucible in 1971, deciding whether the Washington Post would publish the “Pentagon Papers” after a judicial rul-

ing temporarily barred the New York Times from continuing its nine-part series, based on a classified government report leaked by Daniel Ellsberg, a U.S. military analyst formerly with the Pentagon. The report described how President Lyndon Johnson and Defense Secretary Robert McNamara knew as early as the mid-1960s that the war in Vietnam was unwinnable, but they lied to the public, gambling that they could drive North Vietnam into peace negotiations and thereby save face politically. The result was sending some 50,000 young Americans to their deaths unnecessarily — and polarizing this country to the present day. The pressure on Graham was crushing. She had a close friendship with McNamara and was generally cozy with the power elite. She could have gone to prison herself for defying the lower court’s restraining order (which claimed national security interests take precedence). Her company and her family’s legacy were in jeopardy (her father purchased the Washington Post in a bankruptcy auction in 1933). She had just taken the company public and banks were threatening to pull their support. She had a lot to lose. She chose to publish anyway. In retrospect, knowing it was the right thing to do, it’s easy to say, “Of course.” In real time, such decisions take tremendous courage. The Post does an excellent job of dramatizing that moment, as Graham stammers the go-ahead with everyone around her (except editor Ben Bradlee) questioning her judgment and strongly disagreeing. The Post’s publication forced the Supreme Court to fast-track “New York Times Co. v. the United States,” and on June 30, the court issued its landmark 6-3 decision in favor of the First Amendment. In the film, Graham borrows a line from the opinion by Justice Hugo Black, former senator from Alabama (and former Ku Klux Klan member), who had been on the court since 1937 and who would die of a stroke three months later. He wrote: “In the First Amendment the Founding Fathers gave the free press the protection it must have to fulfill its essential role in our democracy. The press was to serve the governed, not the governors. The Government’s power to censor the press was abolished so that the press would remain forever free to censure the Government. The press was protected so that it could bare the secrets of government and inform the people. Only a free and unrestrained press can effectively expose deception in government.” “The press serves the governed, not the governors,” Graham repeats as she discusses the verdict with Bradlee. Those words should be posted in large block letters in every newsroom in America. At this point, my handkerchief was out of my pocket and getting quite a workout. For me, that was the film’s defining moment, and it made me feel pretty good about my career choice. These two films and their depiction of patriotic courage couldn’t be more timely. Graham’s defining moment came in 1971. Cometh the moment, cometh the woman. For the rest of us, that moment is now.

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Thankful that this country doesn’t reflect Trump Dear Friends, This letter seems more appropriate for Thanksgiving, but at the holiday, my gratefulness focused on my family and personal blessings. Now, I wish to express my gratitude for this community. I know our village is a microcosm of thousands of similar communities throughout HARRIET HAUSMAN our nation and we all demonstrate that the uncaring crudeness of the president does not represent us. Let us alert the world that we Americans are appreciative of our diversity and that we are people who care for one another. Most of us were hopeful that, despite President Trump’s reputation for vulgarity, lying, bullying, and womanizing, he would recognize the importance of his presidential role. We thought he might take advantage of the strides President Obama had accomplished leading us out of the 2009 recession to a thriving, growing nation in 2016. President Trump could have taken advantage of the regulations that President Obama instituted for our health, safety, and our environment, and possibly even improved them. Instead, in his uncaring, brutal manner, he rescinded all of the regulations and even refused to continue agreements arranged to maintain our alliances with the nations of the world.

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We (the 70 percent of the United States population) question why President Trump seems determined to bully both our allies and our enemies, threatening this nation’s peace and lessening our world status? Why is he so uncaring and brutal in his decision to dismiss our health care program? Why DONALD TRUMP does he have such prejudice against the “Dreamers” and non-whites to accept being named a racist? Is this the legacy he desires for his presidency? These painful questions have deeply troubled me but this community of caring people has been a positive counter to the negativity of Trump’s behavior. Just as a personal example, I often have difficulty opening a heavy public door or moving a stiffened right leg out of the car. When this occurs, it seems there is always someone nearby who will offer a helping hand. That hand may be black or brown or white and is usually accompanied by a pleasant greeting. This simple, everyday kindness describes this community and, most likely, the similar villages throughout our country. This is who we are! I sincerely thank our community for personally making my life sweet during these bitter, frightening political times.

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Despite commission’s welcome end, threats to voting rights continue The League of Women Voters of Illinois recognizes the end of the Presidential Advisory Commission on Election Integrity, but warns that ongoing threats to voting rights remain, including the Department of Homeland Security taking over the commission’s mandate. “Since 1920, the League of MIKE PENCE Women Voters of Illinois has worked strenuously to protect and defend the rights of Illinois’ citizens to participate fully in elections. We will continue to monitor any potential threats to those rights, whether they emanate from Springfield or from Washington,” said Bonnie Cox, president of LWV Illinois. The commission, chaired by Vice President Mike Pence and controversial Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach, was formed in May 2017 and tasked with finding evidence to support the President’s claim that millions of wrongful votes were cast in the 2016 election. From its start, the League cautioned that commission members included a troubling number

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of well-known advocates of voter suppression, including co-chair Kobach. The commission’s nationwide request for private voter information was declined by state election officials of both parties, including the Illinois State Board of Elections, and the body was the subject of several lawsuits. KRIS KOBACH While the commission has been dissolved, the President’s declared intent to use the Department of Homeland Security to continue investigating fabricated claims of widespread voter fraud remains cause for concern. “The League of Women Voters of Illinois will monitor this disturbing development, and we will continue to partner with other good government groups to fight against any attempts to suppress the rights of voters,” said Henrietta Saunders, LWVIL deputy executive director.

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Support Frankel for judge I am writing to express my strong support for Scott Frankel’s candidacy for judge in the 11th Judicial Subcircuit. Scott has a vast array of legal experience, ranging from work as a public defender to working in a large Chicago law firm. He has distinguished himself as a lawyer and as a community leader in Oak Park.

Scott has the key attributes to be an excellent judge — he can view an issue from all sides, has a keen sense of fairness, and will treat all who come before him equally. I hope you will join me in supporting Scott Frankel’s candidacy.

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Scott Frankel is running as an independent Democrat for judge in the 11th Subcircuit of Cook County. I’ve known Scott for 15 years, since our kids were at Beye School together. He is highly qualified, with more than 30 years of experience, and has the temperament and motivation to be a great judge in Cook County His opponent from Rosemont is the “endorsed” candidate and getting the support of committeemen and party regulars. While there are plenty of

great and fair-minded judges who’ve run that old-school political gauntlet (several right here in Oak Park), Scott is committed to taking the independent path. Scott Frankel will be a great judge for the people of Cook County. A vote for Scott lets us all show that the decision on judgeships belongs solely to the voters.

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Is the village giving Divvy members the shaft?

My question is: Where do I pick up my free bike? The Oak Park village trustees voted to cancel the Divvy Bike contract on Jan. 16. Reported, at a previous village board meeting, it was said that it would be cheaper just to give all the Divvy Bike users a bike rather than continue the program. Therefore, I assume that was the trustees’ plan when deciding to end the program without giving notice to those who, in good faith, bought annual memberships, based on a village-sponsored deal last fall. At the very least, the village is going to reimburse us for the three-quarter membership that we will not be able to use, right? After all, the village put on a big push to get new riders last Octo-

ber. I think you owe us that much. The village is great with giveaways when it’s a building developer wanting ordinance variances or a restaurant that wants to take over the sidewalk as their outdoor space. But those of us who relied on village support of the Divvy Bike program, what do we get? The shaft, it appears. Don’t tell me Divvy will take care of me. They sent out an email the next day saying nothing has changed. I can still enjoy the service if I care to get to the nearest station in Chicago. That’s one mile away for me. Divvy was for me to get around Oak Park without using my car, not to drive over to Chicago, and to go where exactly?

Mary Dycus Oak Park

Welcome to Oak Parking Recently, a public forum was held to discuss new approaches to streamlining the complex parking scene in Oak Park. With 120 parking ordinances and more than 10,000 signs throughout the village, it’s advisable to have an attorney accompanying you at all times. I have a straightforward solution that won’t

cost the village a bundle: Simply place relatively few large signs at strategic entry points to the village saying, “Welcome to Oak Park. If you park here, you’re in violation. We now accept Bitcoin.”

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Divvy demise will make parking muddle worse I was disappointed to read that the Village Board of Trustees had voted to discontinue the Divvy program. I am a heavy user of Divvy, mostly in the city where I work but also in the village. My perception is that usage of Divvy in Oak Park would have been greater had there been more stations. There is no station anywhere near the Harlem el stop for example. The closest station to my house in South Oak Park is about eight blocks.

In the city, stations are no more than 2-3 blocks away. As a member of the Transportation Commission, I am also puzzled why a board that has charged the commission with finding a solution to the parking muddle in Oak Park would take an action that will tend to contribute to rather than alleviate that situation.

Thank you to all of the Oak Park and River Forest residents who turned out for Oak Park Mayor Anan Abu-Taleb’s Community Forum on “Aging in Oak Park” at the Oak Park Public Library on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Both Oak Park and River Forest townships appreciate all of the valuable information and feedback provided, and we look forward to using this information to inform and focus our ongoing strategic planning efforts. As the local provider of services for the aging residents in Oak Park and River Forest, Township Senior Services relies on feedback from the entire community regarding those programs and services currently available and any opportunities to expand and provide new services. In February, Township Senior Services will be conducting a formal needs assessment to gather input from a wide audience of older adults, caregivers, educators, and community partners. Surveys will be made available to current participants, posted online and available as requested via USPS. Township Senior Services will also host informational sessions to provide more information on our current services and to offer assistance in completing the surveys. We will host sessions at the Oak Park Township Board Room, River Forest Community Center, and the Senior Services meeting room to solicit input from the community. Once the schedule for these sessions is finalized, we will invite participation, using local press, social media, community partner publications, and by posting information at the host sites. Township Senior Services has a long history of collaborating with the park districts;

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We are seeking an Advertising Sales Associate who is passionate about providing quality customer service while dominating the local advertising market in the towns of Riverside, North Riverside, and Brookfield. Want to join our team? Candidates must be willing to work in a fun yet highly-driven sales environment with a strong focus on growing new business. This position involves sales and marketing team participation, inoffice cold-calling, out-of-office and beyond-business hours networking, and outside cold-calling on local businesses. What will you do? You will develop strong relationships as you sell business solutions including print and digital advertising, sponsorships, and events to local businesses in Riverside, North Riverside, and Brookfield What do we offer? We have a very well-rounded compensation package: • 100% commission • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance options • 401k Requirements: You need to be an excellent communicator who can work with a variety of people to meet and exceed your sales goals. • previous sales and/or customer service experience • enthusiastic with high energy throughout the sales workday • outgoing with a friendly personality, especially while handling objections & negotiating pricing • Valid driver’s license and transportation • Bilingual Spanish a plus Could this be your dream job? Send an email to Dawn@OakPark.com with a strong cover letter stating why you are the best fit for the new Advertising Sales Associate for RB Landmark. Please attach your resume and 3 current references. No phone calls please. Questions? email Dawn@OakPark.com

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How soon do we tell them? from page 33 while also shielding her from danger. Not protecting a toddler from banging his head on a table top is one thing. Letting a creep like Nassar scar my granddaughter for life is another. None of the many men I know in this town are, to my knowledge, creeps like Nassar. But, based on statistical probability, I have to suppose that there is at least one out there waiting. Another reason for not always telling stories with happy endings is what we’ve learned about our bodies’ immune systems. We’ve learned that white blood cells — which are designed to battle alien invaders — become better fighters and increase in number when they are exposed in manageable doses to some of those invaders. One church management consultant taught me years ago a way to create a resilient, healthy congregation. He said every once in a while I should introduce a “non-lethal” controversy to the members, an issue which would expose divisions among them but not so toxic that it would produce permanent harm. His argument was that, in

so doing, the “white blood cells” in the faith community would get strengthened. They would learn they didn’t have to avoid controversy but could respond to it in healthy ways. Larry Nassar’s victims, like many combat veterans, experienced bumps in their roads which were so devastating that they overwhelmed their white cells, if you will, instead of strengthening and increasing them. Some wounds take a much longer time to heal, if they heal at all. That said, public awareness has been raised and people are finally taking the problem of sexual assault seriously only because some women had the courage to risk their careers — and risk the humiliation of not being believed — to speak out publicly about what happened to them. I have to assume that the parents of those women prepared them for the road instead of trying to smooth out every bump because they “just wanted them to be happy.” It’s always a judgment call when we try to decide how much of the world’s fallen-ness to expose our children to and at what stage of their development. But no matter how difficult it is to apply the principle to real-life situations, the principle remains true: Protecting our children and grandchildren from all harm and struggle is doing them and our society no favor.

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O B I T U A R I E S

Mary CoughlinLancaste, 62

Awakenings Project board member Mary Coughlin-Lancaste, 62, a former Oak Park resident, died on Dec. 21, 2017. Known to family and friends as “Carmel,” she was a graduate of Oak Park and River Forest High School and Barat College. She was a longtime employee of the DuPage County Health Department and a dedicated board member of the Awakenings Project. Ms. CoughlinLancaste is survived by her husband, EuMARY COUGHLINgene; her daughters, LANCASTE Kelly and Eileen; her grandchildren, Luke and Laura; her siblings, Nancy Wohlrab, Jim (Jane), Tom (Maryann), Steve (Kay), Brian (Gina) and Phil (Carolyn); and her many nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life was held on Jan. 27 at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road in Wheaton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Awakening Project, a nonprofit organization that promotes artistic opportunities for persons with psychiatric disorders. More information is available at 708-386-4568.

Dave Maxwell, 55 General contractor, former WJ homes columnist

David D. Maxwell, of Oak Park, died on Jan. 26, 2018. Born in California on Feb. 13, 1962, he was a former columnist for the home improvement section of Wednesday Journal, beginning in the 1990s. A general contractor for several decades in the Oak Park area, he was an on-camera personality for home improvement segments on CLTV, and host of a home improvement television series sponsored by international companies. He lived his life with honesty and integrity and would always go beyond what was asked of him. He is survived by DAVE MAXWELL his mother, Shirley Ann Maxwell; his brother, William T. Maxwell III; his sisters, Jane Maxwell and Maureen (Gregg) Maryniak; a nephew and two nieces and his fourlegged friend, Jake. He was preceded in death by his father, William T. Maxwell Jr. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Diabetes Association. Dave en-

couraged everyone to sign up with the organ and tissue donation program. Interment will be at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, alongside his father, William T. Maxwell. The memorial Mass will be private. Arrangements were handled by Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home.

Harold Rohlfing, 84 Veteran, teacher, musician

Harold T. Rohlfing, 84, of Elmhurst, formerly of Oak Park, died on Jan. 9, 2018. Born on Aug. 9, 1933 to Johanna and Richard, he grew up on the Concordia Teacher’s College campus in River Forest, now known as Concordia University Chicago, following his dad through the halls of the music rooms, hearing and seeing music taught and made. Baptized at Grace Lutheran, he attended its school, and became a lifelong member of the church. He also attended Oak Park and River Forest High School where he demonstrated great interest and facility with music. In high school, his parents bought him a fine Heckel Bassoon, an instrument that was an important part of his life to the very end. He pursued a caHAROLD ROHLFING reer as a musician and music educator, receiving both a bachelor’s and master’s in music education at Northwestern University. Between degrees, he married Caryl and promptly left town to serve in the U.S. Army, where he put his music degree to work as a chaplain’s assistant, at one time playing organ for Easter services in the Underground Pentagon for the members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. After his Army service, the couple returned to Chicago where Harold picked up his father’s teaching responsibilities at Concordia and also taught at Grace School where he introduced hundreds of young people to music — teaching them their first instruments and introducing them to the Grace School Band. He passed on much musical talent to those he taught at Concordia as well. He accomplished much during his lifetime and excelled at so many things. He pursued his life with great energy and passion and, most importantly to those closest to him, he developed deep relationships and gave much of himself to others. Harold Rohlfing was the husband of Caryl (nee Leininger); the father of Gregory (Cindy), Joan Rohlfing (Pallav Das), Anne (Peter) Peregrine, William (Sheila Dougherty) Rohlfing, and the late Julia (Douglas) Clemons; the grandfather of Amy and Ellen Rohlfing, Arjun Rohlfing-Das, Alison and Katherine Peregrine, Ellery Rohlfing and Richard, Grace and Sophia Clemons; the brother of John (Virginia) and the late Richard (the late Doris) Rohlfing; and the uncle of many.

A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, Feb. 3 from 10 a.m. until the time of service, 11 a.m., at Grace Lutheran Church, 7300 Division St. in River Forest 60305, with private interment at Concordia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Bach Cantata Vespers, c/o Grace Lutheran Church, www.graceriverforest.org/giving, are appreciated by the family.

Ann Grimes, 102

Pursued interest in the arts and nature Ann Grimes (nee Berman), 102, died on Jan. 17, 2018. She grew up in Evansville, Indiana, moved to Chicago after college, and lived in Oak Park before settling in River Forest. She worked in advertising until her ANN GRIMES retirement. Before and after her retirement, she touched and inspired many who joined her in the pursuit of her interests in the arts and in nature. She was an active volunteer for the Women’s Advertising Club of Chicago, the League of Women Voters, the Poetry Reading Group at the Oak Park Public Library, the Lyric Opera, the Morton Arboretum, and the Field Museum (where she led a tour on “the sex lives of plants.” Her interests took her touring to many places in North America and to Europe, South America, and Africa. Ann Grimes is survived by her nieces, nephews, and their children and grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any of the organizations listed above, or the Chicago Symphony, or Nature Conservancy. A celebration of Ann’s life will be planned for the spring. For additional information, contact 630-820-2828.

John Wood, 79

Active member of Unity Temple John Francis Wood, 79, of Oak Park, died on Jan. 12, 2018. A man ahead of his time, his leadership and passion for social and cultural issues drew people in and inspired them to serve. Born in Chicago to Hilda JOHN WOOD and George Wood, he grew up in Forest Park and spent much of his time with his grandparents, Hilda and John Schmehl, where he developed a love of food, books, music, friendship, and life. An avid chess player, he met his wife, Jane

Ellen Liddell Wood, at a Maywood chess club, and they married in August 1964. Their marriage of over 50 years was admired by all. They became active members of the Unity Temple Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Oak Park in 1964. Along with a small group of other young adults new to the congregation, they helped grow a strong and vibrant community, one that has quadrupled in size. John served in every capacity of church organization, helping to make both the building and congregation of Unity Temple a cornerstone of the life and identity of Oak Park. Unity Temple and food were his great passions, expressed in many fine dinners, some held for the benefit of the Unity Temple Restoration Foundation, of which he was a founding member. He served up food with a side of love, including his (award-winning!) chili at the annual chili cook-off, food-themed workshops at his children’s youth group conferences (“Cooking with Cream”), and formal dinners to raise funds to build a new kitchen for Unity Temple. John retired from Northwestern University in 2003, where he was director of the Information Management Group in Research and Graduate Studies. A kind and generous man, John will be missed by the many lives he touched, of which there are far more than he realized. John is survived by his wife, Jane Ellen Liddell Wood; his children, Evan Wood and wife Samantha, Elizabeth Wood Lyman and husband Zachary, and Michael McNamara and wife Lorna. He is also survived by his brother, Earl Wood, and sister, Patricia Grassman, and his grandchildren Dillon, Douglas, and Devan Wood, Gavin and Zoe Lyman, and Arrow, Adam, and Andrew McNamara. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in John’s memory to the Unity Temple Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 1019 South Blvd., Oak Park, IL 60302, or http://www.unitytemple.org, with designation to either the “Minister’s Discretionary Fund” or “Unity Temple Choir.” A celebration of John’s life will be held at Unity Temple, 875 Lake St., Oak Park, on Sunday, Feb. 18. The family will greet guests starting at 2 p.m., the service beginning at 3, with a reception to follow. Of course, food will be served.

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Religion Guide Methodist

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First United Methodist Church of Oak Park

First Congregational Church of Maywood

400 N. Fifth Avenue (1 block north of Lake St.) Come join us for Sunday Morning Worship at 11 am Pastor Elliot Wimbush will be preaching the message. Refreshments and fellowship follow the service. 708-344-6150 firstchurchofmaywood.org When you're looking for a place to worship the Lord, Check First.

You’re Invited to A Church for All Nations A Church Without Walls SERVICE LOCATION Forest Park Plaza 7600 W. Roosevelt Road Forest Park, IL 60130

William S. Winston Pastor (708) 697-5000 Sunday Service 7AM, 9AM & 11:15AM

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“Here is where you belong!” Engage Christian Church Engaging God, His Family, and His Mission 1000 S. Elgin Ave. Forest Park, IL (In First United Church) To stay connected visit our website and join us on social media www.engagecc.org Facebook: @EngageCC Twitter: @engagecchurch Instagram: @engccchurch

West Suburban Temple Har Zion

1040 N. Harlem Avenue River Forest Meet our Rabbi, Adir Glick Pray, learn, and celebrate with our caring, progressive, egalitarian community. Interfaith families are welcome. Accredited Early Childhood Program Religious School for K thru 12 Daily Morning Minyan Weekly Shabbat Services Friday 6:30pm & Saturday 10:00am Affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism 708.366.9000 www.wsthz.org

324 N. Oak Park Avenue 708-383-4983 www.firstUMCoakpark.org Sunday School for all Ages, 9am Sunday Worship, 10am Children’s Chapel during Worship Rev. Katherine Thomas Paisley, Pastor Professionally Staffed Nursery Fellowship Time after Worship Presbyterian

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Lutheran—ELCA

744 Fair Oaks Ave. Oak Park 386-4920

United Lutheran Church

409 Greenfield Street (at Ridgeland Avenue) Oak Park Holy Communion with nursery care and children’s chapel each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. www.unitedlutheranchurch.org

708/386-1576

Lutheran-Independent

Grace Lutheran Church

7300 W. Division, River Forest David R. Lyle, Senior Pastor David W. Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Lauren Dow Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School/Adult Ed. 9:45 a.m. Childcare Available

Sunday Schedule Christian Education for All Ages 9:00am Worship Service 10:00am

Child care available 9-11am

fairoakspres.org OAK PARK MEETING OF FRIENDS (Quakers) Meeting For Worship Sundays at 10:00 a.m. at Oak Park Art League 720 Chicago Ave., Oak Park Please call 708-445-8201 www.oakparkfriends.org

Roman Catholic

Ascension Catholic Church

Grace Lutheran School

Preschool - 8th Grade Bill Koehne, Principal 366-6900, graceriverforest.org Lutheran-Missouri Synod

Christ Lutheran Church

607 Harvard Street (at East Av.) Oak Park, Illinois Rev. Robert M. Niehus, Pastor Sunday Bible Class: 9:15 am Sunday School: 9:10 Sunday Worship Services: 8:00 and 10:30 am Church Office: 708/386-3306 www.christlutheranoakpark.org

Rev. James Hurlbert, Pastor

Roman Catholic

St. Edmund Catholic Church

Lutheran-Missouri Synod

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church

808 S. East Ave. 708/848-2703 www.ascensionoakpark.com Worship: Saturday Mass 5:00 pm Sunday Masses 7:30, 9:00, 11 am, 5:00 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation 4 pm Saturday Taize Prayer 7:30 pm First Fridays Feb.– Dec. & Jan. 1

305 Circle Ave, Forest Park Sunday Worship 8:30am & 11:00am Adult Bible Class & Sunday School 10:00am Wheelchair Access to Sanctuary Leonard Payton, Pastor Roney Riley, Assistant Pastor 708-366-3226 www.stjohnforestpark.org

188 South Oak Park Ave. Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m., 5:30 p.m. Weekday Mass: 8:30 a.m. M–F Holy Day Masses: As Announced Reconciliation: Saturday 4:15 p.m. Parish Office: 708-848-4417 Religious Ed Phone: 708-848-7220

Roman Catholic

St. Bernardine Catholic Church Harrison & Elgin, Forest Park

CELEBRATING OUR 107TH YEAR! Sat. Masses: 8:30am & 5:00pm SUNDAY MASSES: 8:00am & 10:30am 10:30 Mass-Daycare for all ages CCD Sun. 9am-10:15am Reconciliation: Sat. 9am & 4pm Weekday Masses: Monday–Friday 6:30am Church Office: 708-366-0839 CCD: 708-366-3553 www.stbern.com Pastor: Fr. Stanislaw Kuca

St. Giles Family Mass Community

We welcome all to attend Sunday Mass at 10 a.m. on the St. Giles Parish campus on the second floor of the school gym, the southernmost building in the school complex at 1034 North Linden Avenue. Established in 1970, we are a laybased community within St. Giles Roman Catholic Parish. Our Mass is family-friendly. We encourage liturgically active toddlers. Children from 3 to 13 and young adults play meaningful parts in each Sunday liturgy. Together with the parish, we offer Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, a Montessori-based religious education program for children in grades K-8. For more information, go to http://www.stgilesparish.org/ family-mass-community or call Bob Wielgos at 708-288-2196.

Traditional Catholic

The Traditional Catholic Latin Mass

Our Lady Immaculate Church 410 Washington Blvd Oak Park. 708-524-2408 Mass Times: Sat. 8:00am Sun. 7:30 & 10:00am Operated by Society of St. Pius X. Confessions 1 hr. before each mass

Third Unitarian Church 10AM Sunday Forum 11AM Service Rev. Colleen Vahey thirdunitarianchurch.org (773) 626-9385 301 N. Mayfield, Chicago Committed to justice, not to a creed Upcoming Religious Holidays

To place a listing in the Religion Guide, call Mary Ellen: 708/613-3342

Feb 2 Candlemas - Presentation of Christ in the Temple Christian Imbolc - Lughnassad Wicca/ Pagan Saint Brighid of Kildare Celtic Christian 3 St. Blaze Day Christian Setsebun Sai Shinto 4 Four Chaplains Sunday Interfaith 8 Nirvana Day Buddhism 11 Cheesefare Sunday Orthodox Christian Transfiguration Sunday Christian 12 Triodion Orthodox Christian

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PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Parking Enforcement Officer in the Police Department Field Services Division. This position will perform a variety of duties and responsibilities involved in the enforcement of Village parking regulations; and to provide general information and assistance to the public. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http:// www.oak-park.us/. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than February 5, 2018.

The Day Care Program of Hephzibah Children’s Association is accepting applications for warm, caring, 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. Plan and supervise arts and crafts, indoor & outdoor play, games, sports, homework help and more. Mon–Fri from 2:30-6:00 PM and 1:30-6:00 PM on Wednesdays. Requirements include: minimum of 6 semester hours in education, recreation, social work or related college courses previous experience working with children. Contact Amy O’Rourke, Director of Day Care at aorourke@hephzibahhome.org Equal Opportunity Employer ARCHITECTURAL INTERN Prashanth Mahakali PC d/b/a PMPC Architects seeks an Architectural Intern. Mail resume to 527 S Wells Street, # 402, Chicago, IL.

Betty’s Day Care Academy, INC, located at 5719/25 W. Chicago Ave., is seeking Teachers, Administrative Support, and a Director to assist her in her newly remodeled Day Care center. Must have 4 years of Head Start experience, a love for children, be organized, professional and able to work well with others. If this is you, call the Daycare at 773-261-1433 or fax your Resume to 773-261-1434. ELECTRICIAN The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Electrician in the Public Works Department. This position will perform complex and skilled electrical work in maintenance, repair, installation, and inspection of street lighting and traffic signal systems and components. 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 February 16, 2018. EQUIPMENT OPERATOR The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Equipment Operator in the Public Works Department. This position will operate construction and maintenance equipment in a variety of street activities including loading, hauling, and related operations. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http:// www.oak-park.us/. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than February 16, 2018.

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Professional Services Consultant sought by 1WorldSync in Chicago, IL (& Other US locs as nedd.). Wrk Clsly w/ thrd prty sftwr vndr, lrn bsic cnfgrtn in the tools & hlp to trblshoot cust iss w/ the sftwr. Ocsnl trvl as nedd. Aply @ www.jobpostingtoday. com #58772. VoIP Engineer sought by Telnyx LLC in Chicago, IL. Progrmng & enhncng VoIP & SIP ntwrks wrkng w/ srvr & swtch load-balncng, call signlng anlys, dirctng trafc, & telphny fraud detctn. Apply @ www.jobpostingtoday.com # 80414.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 19, 2018, at 7:30 p.m. at the Council Chambers of the Oak Park Village Hall, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois, a public hearing shall be held by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Oak Park, Cook County, Illinois (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Villageâ&#x20AC;?), to consider forming the East, Columbian, Linden and Euclid Avenues Speed Tables Special Service Area Number 8 (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Special Service Areaâ&#x20AC;?) at the property legally described in this Notice (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Propertyâ&#x20AC;?). The proposed Special Service Area is the area generally bounded by both the east and west sides of the 1200 Block of North East Avenue, the east and west sides of the 1200 Block of Columbian Avenue, the east and west sides of the 1200 Block of Linden Avenue, and the east and west sides of North Euclid Avenue from LeMoyne Parkway, north to the alley immediately south of North Avenue, with the residential addresses included in the range of 1200 through 1235 inclusive. The Property is legally described as follows: THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 14 IN BLOCK ONE OF MILLS AND SONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NORTH OAK PARK SUBDIVISION; THENCE SOUTH ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 14 AND ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EXTENSION 442.2 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 22 IN BLOCK ONE IN SAID MILLS AND SONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NORTH OAK PARK SUBDIVISION; THENCE WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 22 AND ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EXTENSION, 1335.7 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 11 IN THELIN AND THELINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S OAK PARK SUBDIVISION; THENCE NORTH ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 11 AND ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EXTENSION, 442.4 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 11 IN BLOCK ONE IN ROSALIE HIGHLANDS; THENCE EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 11 IN BLOCK ONE AND ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EXTENSION, 1334.2 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. An accurate map of the Property is on file in the office of the Village Clerk and available for public inspection and is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. The permanent tax index numbers of each parcel located within the proposed Special Service Area are as follows:

16-06-200-022-0000 16-06-200-023-0000 16-06-200-024-0000 16-06-200-025-0000 16-06-200-026-0000 16-06-200-027-0000 16-06-200-028-0000 16-06-200-029-0000 16-06-200-030-0000 16-06-200-031-0000 16-06-200-032-0000 16-06-201-011-0000 16-06-201-012-0000 16-06-201-013-0000 16-06-201-014-0000 16-06-201-015-0000 16-06-201-016-0000 16-06-201-017-0000 16-06-201-018-0000 16-06-201-019-0000 16-06-201-020-0000 16-06-201-021-0000 16-06-201-024-0000 16-06-201-025-0000 16-06-201-026-0000 16-06-201-027-0000 16-06-201-028-0000 16-06-201-029-0000 16-06-201-030-0000 16-06-201-031-0000 16-06-201-032-0000 16-06-201-033-0000 16-06-202-009-0000 16-06-202-010-0000 16-06-202-011-0000 16-06-202-012-0000 16-06-202-013-0000 16-06-202-014-0000 16-06-202-020-0000 16-06-202-021-0000 16-06-202-022-0000 16-06-202-023-0000 16-06-202-024-0000 16-06-202-025-0000 16-06-202-026-0000 16-06-202-027-0000 16-06-202-028-0000 16-06-202-030-0000 16-06-202-031-0000 16-06-202-032-0000 16-06-202-033-0000 16-06-202-035-0000 16-06-203-011-0000 16-06-203-012-0000 16-06-203-013-0000 16-06-203-014-0000 16-06-203-015-0000 16-06-203-016-0000 16-06-203-017-0000 16-06-203-018-0000 16-06-203-019-0000 16-06-203-020-0000 16-06-203-021-0000 16-06-203-022-0000 16-06-203-023-0000 16-06-203-024-0000 16-06-203-025-0000 16-06-203-026-0000 16-06-203-027-0000 16-06-203-028-0000 16-06-204-014-0000 16-06-204-015-0000 16-06-204-016-0000 16-06-204-017-0000 16-06-204-018-0000 16-06-204-019-0000 16-06-204-020-0000 16-06-204-021-0000 16-06-204-022-0000 Published in Wednesday Journal 1/31/2018

All interested persons, including all persons owning taxable real property located within the proposed Special Service Area, will be given an opportunity to be heard regarding the formation and boundaries of the proposed Special Service Area and the levy of taxes for the proposed Special Service Area and all such persons may object to the formation of the proposed Special Service Area, and the levy of taxes affecting the proposed Special Service Area. The purpose of the establishment of the proposed Special Service Area is to provide special municipal services, namely, to design, construct, install and maintain speed tables mid-block on the 1200 blocks of North East Avenue, Columbian Avenue, Linden Avenue and North Euclid Avenue, including all associated costs of engineering, construction, inspection, and legal fees for the speed tables, and the Villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s costs for mailing, publication, recording, and other necessary and incidental expenses incurred in establishing the Special Service Area. At the public hearing, there will be considered whether the proposed Special Service Area shall be established; the boundaries of the proposed Special Service Area; the special services to be provided and the estimated amount of funding required. If the Special Service Area is established, a special tax will be levied for a period not to exceed 5 years and not to exceed an amount of 0.041% per annum of assessed value, as equalized, against the Property included in the Special Service Area. The proposed amount of the tax levy for the special municipal services for the initial year for which taxes will be levied is $4,500.00. The public hearing may be adjourned by the President and Board of Trustees to another date without further notice other than by a motion fixing the time and place of the adjourned meeting, which shall be entered upon the minutes of the hearing. If a petition is signed by at least 51% of the electors residing within the Special Service Area and by at least 51% of the owners of record of the land included within the boundaries of the proposed Special Service Area and is filed with the Village Clerk within 60 days following the final adjournment of the public hearing objecting to the creation of the proposed Special Service Area, the imposition of a tax, or the issuance of the SSA Bonds for the provision of special services to the Special Service Area, no such special service area may be created and taxes levied or imposed.

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ANNUAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Brookfield will hold a public hearing at 6:15 P.M. on February 12, 2018 at the Edward Barcal Hall in the Municipal Building of the Village of Brookfield, 8820 Brookfield Avenue, Brookfield, Illinois 60513 on the Villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proposed appropriation ordinance, which will serve as the basis for the Villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2018 Annual Appropriation Ordinance. The proposed appropriation ordinance will be on file in the Village Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office for at least ten (10) days prior to February 12, 2018 and copies thereof will be conveniently available for public examination and copying. Brigid Weber, Village Clerk Published in RB Landmark 1/31/2018

LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF RIVER FOREST DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD RIVER FOREST, ILLINOIS Public notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held by the Development Review Board of the Village of River Forest, County of Cook, State of Illinois, on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the River Forest Village Hall, 400 Park Avenue, River Forest, Illinois on the following matter: Application #18-01: Amendment to the Planned Development granted by Ordinance 3628 regarding the encroachment of the four story, 15 unit condominium building at 11011107 Bonnie Brae Place. The Legal Descriptions of the properties are as follows: 1101-1107 BONNIE BRAE PLACE: LOTS 15 AND 16 IN GREY AND BRAESEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 1 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1, 8, 9 10, 11, 14, 15 AND 16 IN BOGUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ADDITION TO OAK PARK BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST ÂŤ OF THE SOUTHEAST ÂŹ AND THE EAST 1/ 3 OF THE WEST ÂŤ OF SAID SOUTHEAST ÂŹ OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 12 EAST THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AND 1111 BONNIE BRAE PLACE: LOT 14 IN GREY AND BRAESEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 1 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1, 8, 9 10, 11, 14, 15 AND 16 IN BOGUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ADDITION TO OAK PARK BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST ÂŤ OF THE SOUTHEAST ÂŹ AND THE EAST 1/3 OF THE WEST ÂŤ OF SAID SOUTHEAST ÂŹ OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 12 EAST THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS The applicant is: Bonnie Brae Construction, LLC, 3528 Walnut Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 All interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard at the public hearing, the purpose of which is to take evidence on the Application for the Development Review Board and Village Board to consider. A copy of the application and meeting agenda will be available to the public at the Village Hall, 400 Park Avenue, River Forest, or at www.vrf.us no later than January 31, 2018. Clifford Radatz Secretary Development Review Board Published in Wednesday Journal 1/3/2018

LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Village of Oak Park, Police Department is seeking proposals from vendors to provide towing services for the Village of Oak Park. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS AND CALENDAR Proposals shall be submitted on or before Friday, February 23, 2018 at 5:00pm to: Village of Oak Park Police Department 123 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 PROPOSALS MUST BE ENCLOSED IN SEALED ENVELOPES INDICATING â&#x20AC;&#x153;SEALED PROPOSAL â&#x20AC;&#x201C; TOWINGÂ SERVICESâ&#x20AC;? Published in Wednesday Journal 1/31/2018

PUBLIC NOTICE Oak Park Elementary School District 97 Oak Park, Illinois ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Oak Park Elementary School District #97 will receive sealed bids for the: Asbestos Abatement Projects at Lincoln Elementary, Holmes Elementary and Hatch Elementary The Bid Opening will be on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Oak Park Elementary School District #97 Office located at 260 Madison Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302. At this time sealed bids will be publicly opened and read. A Bid Security of 10% of the Bid is required with the proposal. The Contractor must pay the Prevailing Wage Rates for all work per Illinois Law. A Pre-Bid Meeting is scheduled on Thursday, February 1, 2018. Pre-bid Meeting will be starting at Holmes Elementary School at 3:00 p.m. Copies of specifications may be secured prior to the Pre-Bid Meeting date from the offices of Jacob & Hefner Associates, Inc., 1333 Butterfield Road, Suite 300, Downers Grove, IL 60515, (630) 652.4680. Cut-off date for picking-up plans is 4:00pm, Monday, February 5, 2018. Contractor shall demonstrate experience of at least five IDPH asbestos abatement projects in projects with a contract value of $100,000 or greater within the last 5 years. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities in the bidding procedure, or accept the Bid that, in its opinion, will serve the best interest of the School District. Any such decision shall be considered final. The Owner reserves the right to set aside a Bid from a Contractor who, in the Ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opinion, does not exhibit past experience equal to the size and scope of this project. The bidder shall have a written sexual harassment policy in place in full compliance with Section 2-105 of the Illinois Human Rights Act. All questions shall be directed to Jacob & Hefner Associates, Inc., 1333 Butterfield Road, Suite 300, Downers Grove, IL 60515, (630) 652.4680. Published in Wednedsay Journal 1/31/2018

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Advertisement for Bids – Maywood Park District Recreation Center Renovations Bid Submission. The Maywood Park District, Cook County, Illinois, will receive lump sum sealed bids from general contractors for Maywood Park District Recreation Center Renovations, 809 Madison Street, Maywood IL 60153 Sealed bids will be received on or before, but not after, 10:30 a.m. on February 23, 2018. at the Maywood Park District Office located at 921 S. 9th Avenue, Maywood IL 60153. Bids received after that time will not be considered. Sealed envelopes or packages containing the Bid Forms shall be transmitted to the attention of the “Executive Director” and shall be marked or endorsed with the title of the Bid (“Sealed Bid for Maywood Park District Recreation Center Renovations”) and the Bidder’s full legal name. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Maywood Park District Office at 10:30 a.m. on February 23, 2018. Bidding Documents. Contractors may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents from any BHFX Digital Imaging location. Please contact BHFX at (630) 393.0777 to obtain a set of Bidding Documents, or visit their Plan Room online at www.bhfxplanroom.com. Bidders shall be responsible for the costs of reproduction of printed copies. Pre-bid meeting. A pre-bid meeting will be held at the project site on February 13, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. with a tour of the existing facility to follow. Prospective bidders are strongly recommended to meet the Owner and Architect at the May-

wood Park District Office for the pre-bid meeting. If the Contractor is not able to attend the pre-bid meeting, then they shall contact the Owner and/or the Construction Manager to make arrangements to visit the building. Contractors submitting a bid are required to certify on the Bid Form that they have visited the building to familiarize themselves with the existing conditions. Information to bidders. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond or a cashier’s check in the amount of 10% of the total bid, made payable to Maywood Park District, as a guarantee that the successful bidder will promptly execute a satisfactory contract, will furnish a satisfactory performance bond and payment bond and proceed with the work. Upon failure to do so, the bidder shall forfeit the amount deposited as liquidated damages and no mistakes, errors, exclusions, or omissions on the part of the bidder shall excuse the bidder or entitle the bidder to a return of the aforementioned amount. No bid will be considered unless the bidder shall furnish evidence satisfactory to the Board of Commissioners that the bidder has the necessary facilities, abilities, experience, equipment, financial and physical resources available to fulfill the conditions of the Contract and execute the work, should the Contract be awarded to such bidder. This project is being financed, in part, with funds from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, “Park and Recreational Facil-

ity Construction Grant Program” (PARC) grant program. Maywood Park District encourages minority business firms to submit bids on this project and to utilize minority businesses as subcontractors for supplies, equipment, services and construction. Not less than the prevailing wage shall be paid for labor on the work to be done as required by law. The PARC grant program requires that 50% of the labor hours on the project must be performed by residents of the State of Illinois. Substantial Completion of the Work is required by September 28, 2018. The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any technicalities and irregularities in the bidding, and to hold the bid proposals for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of opening set forth above. Questions about the bid documents should be submitted, in writing, to Tedd Stromswold, Williams Architects (tastromswold@williams-architects.com). Responses to questions submitted by bidders during the bidding period shall be in the form of written addendum to all plan holders of record. By order of the Board of Commissioners of the Maywood Park District, Cook County, Illinois. Dated at Maywood, Illinois this January 29, 2018.

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LEGAL NOTICE Chertkow and Chertkow (22019) Attorneys for Petitioner 1525 East 53rd Street Chicago, Illinois 60615 STATE OF ILLINOIS) COUNTY OF COOK )ss Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division. In re the marriage of Silvia Torres, Petitioner and Jose Mario Gonzalez De La Torre Respondent, Case No. 2017D-008390. 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 February 27, 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 1/24, 1/31, 2/7/2018

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.AUSTIN L. DEWALT, BOULEVARD POINTE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 2017 CH 09914 127 WASHINGTON BLVD #2 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 October 20, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 28, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 127 WASHINGTON BLVD #2, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-08-321-0341011. The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or spe-

cial taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in

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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 14-17-09349. 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. 14-17-09349 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 09914 TJSC#: 37-9825 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. I3071746

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NA; Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BARBARA J. BASSETT, AKA BARBARA BASSETT, DECEASED; CHARLES L. BASSETT; JULIE FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR BARBARA J. BASSETT AKA BARBARA BASSETT, DECEASED; Defendants, 16 CH 4712 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, March 2, 2018 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-18-419-006-0000. Commonly known as 1114 South Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-016885 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3074186

the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1401 WEST WILLIAM STREET, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 Property Index No. 15-01-209-0120000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $942,568.81. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number 601294948. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The

Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 601294948 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 17 CH 02177 TJSC#: 37-10882 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. I3070937

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION ASSOCIATED BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. SHEILA CONNER; STEVEN CONNER; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, OFFICE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY; THE STATE OF ILLINOIS; CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Defendants, 16 CH 15506 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, February 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. 16-08-311-001-0000. Commonly known as 200 South Humphrey Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-031157 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3073073

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE BSSP TRUST 2007-EMX1, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2007-EMX1 Plaintiff, -v.JOHN F. EDWARDS III, KIMBERLY A. EDWARDS, BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA-DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY-INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, STATE OF ILLINOIS-DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES vLC Defendants 17 CH 02177 1401 WEST WILLIAM STREET RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 30, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 6, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P. Plaintiff, -v.MARIA C. RIVERA Defendants 17 CH 002798 1024 S. RIDGELAND AVENUE OAK PARK, IL 60304 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 7, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 9, 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 1024 S. RIDGELAND AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60304 Property Index No. 16-17-308-0110000. 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 14-17-01730. 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. 14-17-01730 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 002798 TJSC#: 37-11074 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. I3073378

CHIARELLI; DETAIL WERKS, INC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 11363 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 Monday, February 26, 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. 15-01-304-004-0000. Commonly known as 1123 Franklin Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305. The mortgaged real estate is a two story single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier’s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Edyta Kania at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Di Monte & Lizak, 216 West Higgins Road, Park Ridge, Illinois 60068-5736. (847) 698-9600. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3073947

2, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 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 110 S. HUMPHREY AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-08-305-0030000. 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 14-13-22714. 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. 14-13-22714 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 000292 TJSC#: 38-554 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. I3074528

Commonly known as 1023 North Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 150 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 981-7385. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3074690

spection. 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 I3073461

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 14-17-03411. 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. 14-17-03411 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 004831 TJSC#: 37-10863 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. I3072609

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION ABC BANK F/K/A AUSTIN BANK OF CHICAGO; Plaintiff, vs. CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS SUCCESSOR FOR COSMOPOLITAN BANK AND TRUST, NOT PERSONALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED THE 11TH DAY OF MAY, 2000, KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 7444; VILLAGE OF RIVER FOREST; GEORGE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WILMINGTON TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1 Plaintiff, -v.ELIZABETH L. PURNELL, KENNETH PURNELL JR. A/K/A KENNETH PURNELL, STATE OF ILLINOIS, CITY OF CHICAGO Defendants 14 CH 000292 110 S. 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 November

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A., AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR AND FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF MULTI-CLASS MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES OF CHASEFLEX TRUST, SERIES 2007-2 Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM H. FARLEY, JR. AKA WILLIAM H. FARLEY, GALE FOSTER FARLEY AKA FARLEY G. FOSTER, CITIBANK, N.A, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 09 CH 9575 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on September 16, 2016 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-06-119-019-0000.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. 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 Friday, February 23, 2018 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-04-111-013-0000. 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 in-

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.KEITH W. JONES, KIM L. LEWIS Defendants 17 CH 004831 1702 N. 38TH AVENUE STONE PARK, IL 60165 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 30, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 2, 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 1702 N. 38TH AVENUE, STONE PARK, IL 60165 Property Index No. 15-04-110-0450000. 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

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Huskies’defense disrupts LTHS OPRF shuts out Lions 18-0 in flawless second quarter By MELVIN TATE Contributing Reporter

Oak Park and River Forest junior forward Anthony Roberts had a game-high 21 points and seven rebounds to power the Huskies past Lyons Township 57-48 on Saturday, Jan. 27 in LaGrange. Even with the win, OPRF coach Matt Maloney expressed concern about the Huskies’ apparent lack of energy and focus at the beginning of the game. “We didn’t have a lot of spirit and intensity during the warm-up and that carried over into the first quarter,” he said. “And in the second half, after I challenged our guys to extend the lead, we again came out with a bit of a lull. We’ve got to do better with our starts to the game and second half. But we did enough to win at the end.” Indeed, the Huskies fell behind early by deficits of 6-1 and 16-9 as LTHS junior guard Tyrese Shines came scored nine points early in the game. OPRF senior guard Isaiah Fuller’s 3-point basket in the closing seconds of the opening quarter proved to be a momentum-changer. It cut the OPRF deficit to 16-12 after one quarter. Then the Huskies shut out the Li-

ons in the second quarter 18-0 to take a 30-16 halftime lead. “The second quarter was the best quarter we’ve played all year,” Maloney said. “That was tremendous.” The Huskies (16-4, 7-0) ended the half with a sweet alley-oop dunk by Roberts. “Anthony had his best offensive game of the year,” Maloney said. Roberts clearly was an inside force as several of his baskets came off his own offensive rebounds. “On offense, I try to find open spots and make sure my teammates see me,” Roberts said. “And I’ve managed to finish around the rim.” Roberts, Fuller (12 points) and Chase Robinson (11 points) led OPRF offensively. “We played great tonight,” Roberts said. “That second quarter in which we shut them out gave us a lot of confidence. Our defense sets up our offense, and the coaches stress defense in practice all the time.” Shines led the Lions (10-11, 2-6 West Suburban Silver) with a team-high 13 points. OPRF’s frontline dominated the glass once again, outrebounding the Lions by a margin of 26-14. Malachi Ross had eight rebounds. The Huskies also received valuable minutes from senior reserve forward Trey Royal.

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OPRF senior Malachi Ross always provides defense and hustle. He also had a team-high eight rebounds in a 57-48 win over LTHS. “Malachi is a warrior. He’s not 100 percent but he’s all over the glass and playing hard,” Maloney said. “Trey is a glue guy. He gave us

energy and did a lot of the little things that we talk about all the time. I was very proud of his efforts this week.”

Short-handed Huskies lose to LTHS Missing three starters to injuries, OPRF can’t overcome flat start By MELVIN TATE

LTHS led 20-14 after the first quarter and 34-27 at the half. The Lions pulled away in the third quarter due to excellent interior play from senior forward Emma Fink. The Lions went on a 16-2 burst to begin the second half. As the high school girls basketball regular season At the conclusion of their spurt, the Lions had nears a close, Oak Park and River Forest is a 50-29 lead. seeking to establish momentum for the state Fink finished with a game-high 17 points tournament. and 10 rebounds (8 offensive). Senior guards On Saturday night in LaGrange, OPRF took Sidney Bugaieski (8 points) and Tessa Elliott a step backward with a disappointing 66-47 (6 points) also contributed for the Lions. West Suburban Silver Conference loss against OPRF did not make a basket for almost the the Lions. first six minutes of the third quarter. Junior Playing without injured starters Amaya guard Cici Garland finally broke the Huskies’ Coleman, Maeve Nelson, and Darse Sanchez, drought with a 3-point basket. the Huskies started the game sluggishly. Early Garland scored a team-high 14 points and foul trouble on Joi Holman, Carrington Mcgrabbed 11 rebounds for OPRF. Junior guard Gowan and Ahsha Spencer also hurt OPRF. JP COUGHLIN Faith Smith added 12 points and senior guard “We were flat,” OPRF coach JP Coughlin OPRF coach Spencer finished with 10. said. “This is our worst margin of defeat all “We need to stay positive,” Coughlin said. year. In spite of our injuries, we had played “When we play for each other, we play pretty three good games in a row, but for whatever well. But they can easily get frustrated. As a reason we didn’t come out with any energy coach it’s my job to make sure they think positonight. “We played last night but that’s not an excuse. Our de- tive the rest of the way. “If we stay positive and get the right matchup come fense was awful. We played about five different types of playoff time, I still think we can upset somebody. We’ve defense and didn’t grab rebounds in any of them.” The Lions (14-8, 6-4 West Suburban Silver) lead from got to win on hustle and guts and can’t lose the 50-50 balls start to finish, gradually widening their lead thanks like we did tonight.” OPRF (11-14, 6-4) hosts Glenbard West, Friday, Feb. 2 largely to effective defense, patient offense and a size ad(7:30 p.m. tip-off). vantage. Contributing Reporter

“When we play for each other, we play pretty well.”

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OPRF senior guard Ahsha Spencer scored 10 points in a 66-47 loss at Lyons Township.

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Formidable Friars from page 48 finals last season, is 12-2-2 this year. Along with state champion Glenbrook and Loyola, the Friars have an excellent shot at winning state. Girls have been playing hockey at Fenwick since the 2003-2004 season. “We’ve set a goal of getting to the state finals this year,” Fenwick coach Mason Strom said. “It’s been a really positive first half of the season. Even though we lost a few top scorers after last season, we have a really strong returning core of players who are mostly juniors.” Lack of talent clearly isn’t a concern. Fenwick has produced a best-ever seven All-State players this winter. Goaltender Lena Flores, defensemen Ava Gawley, Caroline Jenkins, and Sarah Steadman, and forwards Cici Jenkins, Ellie Kaiser and Erin Proctor have all been named to the All-State Red Team. Proctor (13 goals, 8 assists), Kaiser (16 goals, 4 assists) and Cici Jenkins (10 goals, 5 assists) are the team’s top point-producers. Flores has excelled in net with 192 saves in 210 shots on goal for a 1.09 goals against average. “Lena Flores is unbelievable and keeps us in every game,” senior defensemen Megan Krikau said. “She has been a big part of our success this year.” Other players on the team include: Katherine Gobber, Lilly Curry, Lindsay Sepanski, Zoe Wachtel, Lanie Hibel, Sam Schak,

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Grace Kedziora, Emily Franciszkowicz, Gianna Stinsa and Jennifer Davis. Playing hockey represents a dream come true for the precocious Kaiser. The Fenwick sophomore leads the team in goals and has verbally committed to play Division I college hockey at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. “I began hockey when I was a figure skater,” Kaiser said. “I saw hockey players in the other rink and knew I wanted to do that. My parents signed me up and I’ve been playing for 10 years.” In terms of coaching, Strom’s vision is as clear as a breakaway scoring opportunity. “We’re teaching hockey lessons but also life lessons,” he said. “It’s important to have team chemistry. I preach defense first, but now we have a handful of pretty talented players offensively as well. Our big goals are teaching defensive responsibility and playing both ends of the ice.” Sportsmanship is of utmost importance as well. “We all want to win but it must be the right way,” Strom said. “We’ve been in some rough games when we knew it could get chippy with some cheap shots. The best way to react, not just on the ice but in life, is to take the high road. We don’t believe in schoolyard justice or an eye for an eye. The way you beat those teams is on the scoreboard.” In terms of team chemistry, the girls have proven Huskies and Friars (plus a handful

of other school mascots) can truly get along. “I play lacrosse for OPRF, so I can enjoy being part of a school team and non-affiliated team,” Proctor said. “It’s really fun becoming so close to teammates from other schools.” But it does lead to awkward moments. “Sometimes it’s really hard to be part of your rival school’s team,” Proctor added. “I’ve gotten comments like, ‘You’re at the wrong school,’ when I wear Fenwick girls hockey shirts, but I just laugh it off.” Gawley, a senior captain from Fenwick, added: “The mix of schools is a good thing for the team because it allows everyone to meet new people and expand their friendships.” It’s not uncommon for team members to play multiple sports. Krikau, a senior co-captain on Fenwick’s hockey team, also plays softball and volleyball at OPRF. She was the starting libero on the volleyball team this year and a member of the Huskies’ softball state championship team in 2017. She hopes to win a state title in hockey as well. “Our goal is to make it to the state championship game at the United Center,” Krikau said. “After a big win, I remember our coach saying, ‘This is a great win and a great way to start off the second half, but I won’t be completely satisfied until we are celebrating in the locker room spraying sparkling apple cider.’”

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Short-handed Huskies lose to LTHS 46

Fenwick is a magnet for talent on the ice Hockey players from area high schools make up girls team

Fenwick senior defenseman Megan Krikau controls the puck with teammates Erin Proctor on her left and Emily Franciszkowicz on her right.

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By MARTY FARMER

Sports Editor

hen the OPRF boys hockey team beat Fenwick 3-2 on Sept. 9, a standing-room-only crowd filled the Paul Hruby Ice Arena at Ridgeland Common. Whether fans cheered for the Huskies’ orange and blue or Friars’ black and white, allegiances

were clearly delineated. Girls high school hockey could not be more different. In fact, skating under the banner of Fenwick, girls from Fenwick, OPRF, Trinity, York and Guerin have blended to field one of the best hockey teams in the state. Fenwick, which advanced to the state tournament semi-

“We’ve set a goal of getting to the state finals this year.” MASON STROM Fenwick coach

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