We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Monday, June 29th through Saturday, July 4th. Tentative info for the public gatherings and protest activity is listed below:
- Wednesday, July 1st, 2020, at the Undisclosed JP Morgan Chase Bank Branch locations, time is 12:00 – 6:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Reparations and Call Out Donald Trump.”
- Thursday, July 2nd, 2020, at Civic Opera House (20 N. Wacker), time is 7:00 – 9:30 am. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Shutdown Chicago BLC-Protest.”
- Saturday, July 4th, 2020, at 14th and Michigan (At Farley Jackmaster Fund Blvd) and Daley Plaza (50 W Washington), time is 11:00 am. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Black Lives Matter.”
- Saturday, July 4th, 2020, at Thompson Center (100 W. Randolph), time is 12:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Demand Illinois Make Juneteenth a State Holiday.”
- Saturday, July 4th, 2020, at Federal Plaza (219 S. Dearborn), time is 12:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “March and Boycott 4th of July: Police Brutality.”
- Saturday, July 4th, 2020 at DuSable Bridge – Tribune Plaza (400 N. Michigan) and Grant Park (Monroe & Columbus), time is 12:00 – 6:00 pm. The group will assemble regarding their campaign “Black Lives and Black Heroes Matter.”
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).