News for the 33rd Distict| July 2014

State Representative | 33rd District Marcus C. Evans, Jr. July 2014 www.staterepevans33.com In This Issue Message from Rep. Evans Legislation Events Jobs Announcements Important Information Contact Rep. Evans 33rd District Townships Thornton Bloom Cities & Municipalities Chicago Burnham Calumet City Lansing Lynwood Sauk Village Federal 1st Congressional District 2nd Congressional District Committees Agriculture & Conservation Appropriations-General Service Business Occupational Licenses Consumer Protection Elementary & Secondary Education Revenue & Finance Subcommittees Business Licenses Subcommittee Finance Subcommittee Special Committees Sentencing Policy Advisory Council (SPAC) Illinois Task Force on Gang Violence Find your District Illinois State Board of Elections July 10, 2014 Greetings! Session is finally over until November for veto session. A number of bills have been passed for this years General Assembly. I supported a number of bills such as increased minimum wage, medicaid reform, consumer protection, and improving education. It is my duty to keep my constituents, friends, colleagues and family informed with valuable information and upcoming events through my monthly newsletters. It is always my pleasure serving as your State Representative and I appreciate your continued support. All the very best, Marcus C. Evans, Jr. State Representative, 33rd District Legislation Legislation in the General Assembly Legislation Passed Legislation passed this session; HB 3814-Minimum Wage SB 741- Medicaid Reform HB 4207- Bullying Prevention HB 5735- Consumer Protection HB 3816- Millionaire Surcharge HB 4440- Early Childhood Grant Legislation Pending; SB 2187 Prescribing Psychologists HB 4591 Charter School Funding HB 4597 Park District Borrowing HB 3794- Road Construction SB 3530-Keeping Workers on the Job, Avoid Unemployment SB 346- EDGE Tax Credit Reforms To learn more about new legislation and the bills Rep. Evans is Sponsoring visit the Illinois General Assembly website. Events Please take advantage of the many community events below that are available and open to the public. List of Events July 12, 2014 Super Saturday Shopping Bazaar Benefit! Calvary's Community Complex 8108 S. South Chicago Ave. 10 am-4 pm. July 18, 2014 Congressman Bobby Rush presents a Minority Contracting Opportunity Fair Illinois Institute of Technology (Hermann Hall Conference Center) 3241 S. Federal Street, Chicago, IL from 8:30 am-3:00 pm. (Doors open @ 8:00 am). July 24, 2014 Job Club Support Group @ Calumet City Public Library. 1:00 pm-3:00 pm. Learn how to market and network yourself into a better opportunity. July 25, 2014 Movie in the Park @ Avalon Park 1215 E. 83rd Street. Showing the story of Jackie Robinson @ 8:30 pm. Free Event! Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Contact 312-747-6015 for more information. August 2, 2014 8th Ward Shred-A-Thon 9:00 am-1:00 pm @ the Ward Office 8539 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, IL. Contact 773-874-3300 for more information August 5, 2014 National Night Out Jesse Owens Park, 8800 S. Clyde from 3:00 pm-7:00 pm. For more information contact the 4th District CAPS Office at 312-747-1708 Jobs Need Help finding Employment or need to get re-employed? The Calumet Area Industrial Commission, in collaboration with Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, provides free placement services in area Industries. They are currently recruiting for * Warehouse Staff * Industrial Electricians * Mechanics * Welders *Assemblers * Forklift Operators * Overhead Crane Operators Call 773.928.6000 ext. 227 Click Here for Details The Illinois Tollway is looking to hire for seasonal construction jobs! Residents living near the Tri-State Tollway (I-294)/I-57 Interchange Project are needed for seasonal opportunities. Seeking: Carpenters Cement Masons Construction laborers Ironworkers Specified Zip Codes: 60426, 60428, 60406, 60411, 60412, 60419, 60827, 60472, 60429, 60445, 60469, 60478 Qualifications: Must live in one of the ZIP codes specified above Must have construction experience-union membership preferred Must pass a drug test Call Today! LSJ Limited 888-313-2122 Try these links for available opportunities Illinois Tollway Illinois Tollway Payroll Supervisor CTA Open Positions Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Announcements Below are some great programs, and trainings to be aware of. New Life Southeast Food Pantry Grand Opening Beginning Thursday, July 17, 2014 They will serve the community every Thursday from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm. The NLCCSE Annex 7757 S. Greenwood Ave. Chicago, IL 60619 Each Household Can Only Be Served Once Per Month! Boundaries between State Street and Stony Island & Between 71st Street to 83rd Street Greater West Town Project Get Shipping and Receiving Career Training A 12-week program will prepare you to work with UPS Online, RF Scanners, computerized inventory control, and forklift operations. Training begins August 4, 2014 Job Placement Assistance Upon Completion of Training - No Cost if Low Income Eligible - State Certified, WIA Certified Training Provider Call 312-563-9028 to apply today! New Express Bus Route to Brookfield Zoo Enjoy a weekend trip to the zoo for only $1.75 each way with your friends and family. Important Information Use and share this resourceful information to your advantage. Down Payment Assistance to Buy Your First Home! Click Here for flyer How to Apply: visit Welcome Home Illinois website or call 312-836-5200 Illinois Lawyer Referrals & Legal Guidance Connect with an attorney for free. Attorneys will listen to your unique situation, evaluate it and answer your questions. If needed we will recommend an independent law firm that is right for you. Contact (312) 346-5320 or (800) 517-1614 FindGreatLawyers.com Driving Updates The tollway offers the following ways for drivers to get the latest travel information before they get on the road: Construction/Planning section and Tollway Trip Calculator and real-time roadway incident information visit www.illinoistollway.com Call 1-800-TOLL-FYI for daily lane closure and travel information Real time travel times visit www.travelmidwest.com Real time roadway incident information Street Closures until July 14th due to the Taste of Chicago Columbus Drive between Michigan & Lake Shore Drive Monroe Drive between Michigan and Lake Shore Drive Jackson Drive between Michigan and Lake Shore Drive Congress Drive between Michigan and Columbus Contact Rep. Evans To request a meeting or to invite Rep. Evans to an event, please visit www.staterepevans33.com and click on Meeting Request or Event Invitation. To contact staff Email: evansassistant33@gmail.com Resources State of Illinois Cook County Assessor Cook County Board of Review Cook County Recorder of Deeds Cook County Commissioner, 4th District Cook County Treasurer Grant Alerts Citizens Utility Board Service Office District Office 8539 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Suite B Chicago, IL 60619 Email: Repevans33@gmail Phone: 773-783-8492 Fax: 773-783-8625 Hours: Mon. -Fri. 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Constituent Hours: Mon. 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m except Holiday's and Session Day's Representative Marcus C. Evans, Jr. | | marcuscevansjr@gmail.com | 8539 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, IL 60619 Copyright © 20XX. All Rights Reserved.

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