Below is a summary of what was discussed at the past BOMA/Chicago Preparedness Committee Meeting on June 18, 2019.
CPD, District 1:
- Robberies are down 37% YTD
- Thefts are up 2% YTD
- The private sector’s use of video is proving to be very useful in prosecutions
- “Flyer Boys” scam artists/pickpockets are still an ongoing issue
CPD, District 18: Not Available
CFD:
- The CFD will be gathering critical building safety data whenever it visits large high rises for drills, training, etc.
- High rises must still file plans with OEMC
DHS: Not Available
OEMC
- Ongoing protests are anticipated in the Loop
- There is a continuing initiative to canvass and share information at private sector buildings located near large special event sites
What Events are Coming Up in Chicago?
June 21st Weekend
- Rolling Stones concert at Soldier Field (Friday, June 21)
- Country Lakeshake festival at Northerly Island (Friday, June 21–Sunday, June 23)
- World’s Largest Block Party at Old St. Pat’s Church in the West Loop (Friday, June 21–Saturday, June 22)
June 28th Weekend
- Pride in the Park concert at Butler Field (Saturday, June 29)
- The Chicago Pride Parade in East Lakeview (Sunday, June 30)
Other Things to Note:
- The Central Business District Evacuation and Shelter-in-place flyer was recently released in draft form. The Chicago Public Private Task Force is requesting comments
- There were two recent fires at Union Station involving Amtrak equipment. The fires produced significant smoke and disruption but no injuries occurred
- The next Fire Safety Director class will be held in September
The Preparedness Committee is considering the following events:
- Order of protection/workplace violence open meeting in the coming months
- Public health and state fusion center guest speakers in August
- A Meeting co-located with the ASIS GSX Conference in September
Tags: BOMA/Chicago