We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Tuesday, July 14th through Saturday, July 18th. Tentative info for the public gatherings and protest activity is listed below:
- Tuesday, July 14th, 2020, at the Thompson Center (100 W. Randolph), time is 1:30 – 2:30 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Action: Emergency Relocations for Illinoisans in Institutions.”
- Tuesday, July 14th, 2020, at the Bank of America Building (135 S. LaSalle), time is 3:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Press Conference: CORPs That Fund the Police.”
- Wednesday, July 15th, 2020, at the Federal Plaza (230 S. Dearborn), time is 4:00 – 5:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Where is Sen. Durbin? Time is Running Out: COVID Relief NOW!”
- Friday, July 17th, 2020, at the Buckingham Fountain, time is 5:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Black, Indigenous Solidarity Rally.”
- Friday, July 17th, 2020, at the Thompson Center (100 W. Randolph), time is 5:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Justice for Vanessa Guillen!”
- Saturday, July 18th, 2020, at the Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph), time is 4:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Justice for Vanessa.”
- Saturday, July 18th, 2020, at the Federal Plaza (230 S. Dearborn) time is 5:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “No ICE Citizens Academy in Chicago.”
- Saturday, July 18th, 2020, at 435 N. Michigan, time is 2:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Belarusian Solidarity Line.”
- Monday, July 20th, 2020, at the Thompson Center (100 W. Randolph), time is 11:00 am. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Strike for Black Lives, Caravan and Rally.”
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).