We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Friday, July 31st through Sunday, August 9th. Tentative info for the public gatherings and protest activity is listed below:
- Friday, July 31st, 2020, at Grant Park (E Jackson / S Columbus), time is 5:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “No to Racist Symbols.”**
- Friday, July 31st, 2020 at the United Center (1901 W Madison), time is 6:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Native Americans Are Not Your Mascots: Chicago Blackhawks.”
- Saturday, August 1st, 2020 at St. Patrick’s Church (711 W Monroe), time is 9:00 am. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Procession in Support of Black Lives.”
- Saturday, August 1st, 2020 at Grant Park (E Roosevelt / S Michigan), time is 10:00 am. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Loop Neighborhood Chalking.”
- Saturday, August 1st, 2020 at Fraternal Order of Police (1400 W Washington), time is 5:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Resign FOP Rally/March: Dismantle & Defund CPD.”
- Saturday, August 1st, 2020 at Millennium Park (201 E Randolph), time is 7:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Solidarity Street: Abolish CPD Block Party.”
- Monday, August 3rd, 2020 from 1901 W. Carroll Ave to City Hall (121 N. LaSalle St), time is 1:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Occupy City Hall Protest & Caravan.”
- Friday, August 7th, 2020 at Federal Plaza (230 S. Dearborn St.), time is 1:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “No ICE Citizen Academy in Chicago.”
- Sunday, August 9th, 2020 at various locations including the Notebaert Museum (2430 N Cannon), time is 2:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “United Wards for Civilian Police Accountability Commission (CPAC).”
- Saturday, August 29th, 2020 at the Wrigley Building (400 N Michigan), time is 5:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Black Lives Matter March: Shutdown our Magnificent Mile.”
** Please note: With temporary removal of Columbus statute, may combine with the group at the United Center
Safety Tips:
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
- If you see an unattended bag, alert police as quickly as possible
Additional Resources:
- Demonstration Building Security Preparedness Checklist – Click Here
- BOMA/Chicago Best Practices Guide for Civil Unrest/Disturbances/Protests – Click Here
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).