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In cooperation with our cross-sector safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the events around the 2022 Chicago Triathlon, set to be held on Sunday August 28. Streets throughout the downtown Chicago area will be closed beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday August 27. Closures for the Chicago Triathlon will conclude at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday August 28. These closures will impact high traffic areas including Lake Shore Drive, Wacker Drive and the area around Millennium Park and Grant Park.

Safety Tips Near/During Large Events

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).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and have enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated and efficient, customized security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector partners dedicated to safety and security, Titan is monitoring an emergency “Stand with GAZA” protest being held by the coalition for Justice in Palestine on Tuesday August 9th in downtown Chicago.

The protest is scheduled to start at 4:30pm CT at Michigan Ave and Ida B Wells Dr. The Justice in Palestine group can draw several hundred and sometimes thousands for their cause. They historically march to 500 W Madison and tie up traffic during rush hour. It is expected that while potentially disruptive, these events are anticipated to be largely peaceful.

As information surrounding this and associated demonstrations becomes available, it will be posted on the Titan News and Resources hub.

Anticipated Activities

Tuesday August 9 at 4:30pm: Michigan Ave and Ida B Wells Dr, Group will gather for their cause “Stand with GAZA” *

Notes/Analysis

* = Demonstration is being held in protest of the attacks on Gaza in Palestine

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source

Titan Security is a proud participant in the leadership of the BOMA/Chicago Preparedness Committee, dedicated to the safety of high rise commercial structures in the City of Chicago. Minutes from the most recent monthly meeting of the group on July 20, 2022 are shared below.

ABOUT BOMA/Chicago

BOMA/Chicago is a trade association that has represented the interests of the Chicago office building industry since 1902. Membership includes approximately 240 commercial office, institutional and public buildings and about 170 companies that provide commercial building services to support operational excellence. BOMA/Chicago members constitute approximately 80 percent of all rentable office space and more than 98 percent of rentable space in Class A buildings downtown.

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Chicagoland community. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and have enjoyed over twenty-eight consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated and efficient, customized security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector life safety partners, including several organizations and senior officials across Illinois and Wisconsin, Titan Security is currently monitoring demonstration activity in or near the Chicago Loop and Milwaukee area in response of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe vs Wade.

Law enforcement and emergency management leaders anticipate large-scale protests may take place as a result. While potentially disruptive, these events are anticipated to be largely peaceful. There is a much higher concern for actions by violent lone actors – references were made to previous clinic bombings and potential vehicle rammings.

As information surrounding any demonstrations related to the Supreme Court’s decision becomes available, it will be posted on the Titan News and Resources hub.

Anticipated Activities

Friday, June 24 (tentative) at 5:30pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Emergency Response to Supreme Court Decision” **

Notes/Analysis

** = Demonstration was planned to take place on the date SCOTUS abortion decision was announced

If you are attending any rallies in response to the pending Supreme Court opinion, take steps to prepare and protect yourself and help others in the event of a mass attack.

Types of Mass Attacks

Prepare BEFORE

Survive DURING: Run, Hide, Fight

Run to Safety

Cover and Hide

Defend, Disrupt, Fight

Help the Wounded

Be Safe AFTER

When Law Enforcement Arrives

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

Life-threatening emergencies can happen fast and emergency responders aren’t always nearby. You may be able to save a life by taking simple actions immediately. You Are the Help Until Help Arrives. Read more about the steps that can save a life from the Federal Emergency Management Agency here: https://community.fema.gov/PreparednessCommunity/s/until-help-arrives?language=en_US

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) in Illinois or 1-877-WI-WATCH (1-877-949-2824) in Wisconsin.

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

Titan Security is a proud participant in the leadership of the BOMA/Chicago Preparedness Committee, dedicated to the safety of high rise commercial structures in the City of Chicago. Minutes from the most recent monthly meeting of the group on June 21, 2022 are shared below.

ABOUT BOMA/Chicago

BOMA/Chicago is a trade association that has represented the interests of the Chicago office building industry since 1902. Membership includes approximately 240 commercial office, institutional and public buildings and about 170 companies that provide commercial building services to support operational excellence. BOMA/Chicago members constitute approximately 80 percent of all rentable office space and more than 98 percent of rentable space in Class A buildings downtown.

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Chicagoland community. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and have enjoyed over twenty-eight consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated and efficient, customized security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector life safety partners, Titan Security is currently monitoring the following demonstration and special event activity in or near the Chicago Loop.

Anticipated Activities

Notes/Analysis

* = Previous events have been relatively small but have involved intentional traffic disruptions

** = Demonstration will take place on whatever date SCOTUS abortion decision is announced

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an Excessive Heat Warning due to the rising temperatures expected through Wednesday evening for the Chicagoland area. 

The Advisory is in effect for all of Northern Illinois June 14 through 8pm Wednesday June 15. Heat index values between 106 and 110 degrees are expected during this time.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. Drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun when possible, and know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.

From Chicago’s Office of Emergency Management and Communications

Residents should feel empowered to contact 3-1-1 if they are feeling uncomfortable or in need of assistance. It’s also important to check on relatives, neighbors, seniors and our vulnerable populations when temperatures climb to extreme levels. If you are unable to make contact, you can request a wellbeing check by downloading the CHI311 app, visiting 311.chicago.gov, or calling 3-1-1. If there is a medical emergency due to a heat related illness, call 9-1-1. 

The City of Chicago’s cooling areas located at the City’s six community service centers will be activated on Tuesday and Wednesday. The cooling areas operate from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays–Fridays. Visitors are required to wear a face covering while in the cooling areas. DFSS will provide free face coverings for guests who do not have one and want to utilize the cooling areas.  

During hours of operation, residents can also find relief in one of the City’s more than 75 Chicago Public Library locations and more than 31 Chicago Park District fieldhouses as well as 176 splash pads.  

Heat-related Illness 

Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids. Heatstroke is more serious and occurs when the body starts to lose its ability to regulate itself. The telltale signs of heatstroke are: 

If you see someone suffering from heatstroke, call 9-1-1 immediately and then try to move the person into a cool place and cool the person with water. 

Tips to Beat the Heat 

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In cooperation with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following special events and demonstrations in or near the Chicago Loop June 9-17, 2022. Note that other events listed below could also impact the city core.

Anticipated Events/Demonstrations

Notes/Analysis

* = includes significant street closures in and around Grant Park
** = attendance largely weather-dependent; currently moderate interest online

Additional Events

Chase Corporate Challenge – Grant Park
Thursday, June 9th – 6:50pm Start

Puerto Rican Festival & Parade – Humboldt Park
Festival: Thurs. June 9th thru Sunday, June 12th
Parade: Saturday, June 11th  – Division St. from Western Ave. to Sacramento Ave.

Wells Street Art Festival
Sat. June 11th & Sun. June 12th
Well St. between North Ave. & Division Street

Old Town Art Fair
Sat. June 11th & Sun. June 12th
Centered at the 1763 N. North Park Ave.

Hyde Park Summer Fest
Sat. June 11th & Sun. June 12th
Midway Plaisance – 59th St. & Ellis Ave.

Vegandale Festival – Grant Park Butler Field
Saturday, June 11th – 11am-7pm

Grant Park Music Fest Opening Day – Millennium Park
Wednesday, June 15th thru Saturday, August 20th

Taste of Randolph
Friday, June 17th thru Sunday, June 19th
West Loop – 900 W. Randolph St.

Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash
Friday, June 17th thru Sunday, June 19th
Douglas Park – 1401 S. Sacramento Dr.

Safety Tips Near/During Protests and Events

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).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

Coordinating with our cross-sector public-safety partners, Titan Security continues to monitor the following activities in or near the Chicago Loop.

Anticipated Events/Demonstrations

Notes/Analysis

* = Possibility of counterdemonstrators
** = Out of state group known for repeated events including confrontational hate speech

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In cooperation with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following special events and demonstrations in or near the Chicago Loop. Note that other events, including the Crosstown Classic baseball series at Guaranteed Rate Field, could also impact the city core.

Anticipated Event and Protest Activity

Notes/Analysis

* = Group claims to be meeting every evening from 05/19 to 06/02; few if any events have actually materialized
** = New Latin music festival to be held in Grant Park for first time

*** = Out of state group known for repeated events including confrontational hate speech

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.