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ILP Issues FORECLOSURES ILP is working to alleviate the sizeable foreclosure problem that is not only affecting individual families here, but also affects all of Cicero and Berwyn. Several foreclosed houses on a block lower the property values of all. Vacant homes invite safety and gang problems. Schools, churches, neighborhood organizations and ILP also are being weakened as families struggle and leave. Currently there are 1963 homes in the foreclosure process in Cicero and 886 in Berwyn. ILP is working through our member organizations and in collaboration with other community groups to formulate solutions to this devastating problem.
TOWING POLICY DURING STREET CLEANING ILP is worked to eliminate the practice of towing for street cleaning violations in Cicero. Previosly, cars were towed five days per week, eight months per year for a fine of anywhere between $135 and $225, payable only in cash. The towing company kept all of the revenue from the tow, with the exception of $20 per car paid to the Town of Cicero. ILP leaders negotiated an agreement with the Town President and the Public Works committee chair which was approved twice by the Public Works committee. Under this new policy, $50 ticket will be given for the first three street cleaning violations, and towing will result from a fourth violation in the same year. ILP leaders put continuing pressure on Town leaders to adopt this ordinance and end the financial hardship that this practice put on residents. The new towing ordinance was passed on September 1st, 2009. On Thursday, July 23rd 2009, ILP organized an action in front of Tuff Car Co., the town's towing company to highlight the issue. Articles and pictures are located in the following link.
2010 CENSUS ILP is leading an extensive door-knocking campaign in Cicero and Berwyn. Our goal is to reach a 70 percent return in funds for the area. IMPORTANT: Every year hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funds are awarded to states and communities for hospitals, schools, transportation, and social services based upon data from the U.S. Census. SAFE: By law, the Census Bureau cannot share your answers with anyone, including federal, state and local agencies. This includes immigration services. EASY: Every residence will receive a short questionnaire that is fast and simple to complete and return. If you return your questionnaire by April 1, 2010 no one will come to your house. If you have any questions call Teresa Dominguez at 708-652-7711 ext. 3. Make Yourself Count! 2010 Census: IT'S IN OUR HANDS! |
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