In partnership with a range of public-safety organizations and agencies, Titan Security is monitoring the following demonstrations and special events in or near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Events/Demonstrations
- Friday, May 20 at 6:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “Abolish Flatfoot’s Curfews!” *
- Saturday, May 21 at 12:00pm, 201 E Ontario (Arts Club), Group will gather/march for their event “Pre-Memorial Day March of Clowns”
- Sunday, May 22 at 8:45am, 300 N Dearborn to 200 S Dearborn, Group will gather for TV filming which may cause rolling street closures
- Sunday, May 22 at 12:00pm, 1500 W Washington (Union Park), Group will gather for their cause “Study Group + Reproductive Rights Discussion”
- Sunday, May 22 at 12:30pm, 1430 W Taylor, Group will gather for their event “Piazza Italia di Chicago” **
- Sunday, May 22 at 2:00pm, 150 N Halsted to 400 S Halsted, Group will gather/march for their event “2022 Hellenic Greek Heritage Parade”
- Monday, May 23 at 10:00am, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Fathers are not Secondary Parents”
Notes/Analysis
* = group claims they will protest each night curfew is in effect; currently very low interest online
** = limited chance of counterprotesters for this event
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- 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
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 life safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring a range of special events and protest activity in or near the Chicago Loop. Please find a current list of those dates and locations below.
Anticipated Events and Protests
- Friday, May 13 at 11:00am, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park) to 180 N Michigan (Hudson Institute), Group will gather/march for their cause “UE Union Rally & Picket”
- Friday, May 13 at 2:30pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “Die-In Demonstration: Stop the Supreme Court from Taking Away the Right to Abortion” *
- Saturday, May 14 at 9:00am, 1500 W Washington (Union Park), Group will gather for their cause “Counterprotest: Abortion will be Abolished (Outreach)” *
- Saturday, May 14 at 9:30am, 1500 W Washington (Union Park), Groups will gather/march for their cause “Bans Off Our Bodies Day of Action/Rally for Abortion Justice Chicago” *
- Saturday, May 14 at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for Roe – Gather to Defend Roe v Wade” **
- Saturday, May 14 at 1:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park, Wrigley Square), Group will gather/march for their cause “Abortion on Demand and Without Apology!” *
- Saturday, May 14 at 5:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group may gather for their event “Teen Trend Meetup”
- Sunday, May 15 at 8:00am, 233 S Wacker (Willis Tower), Helicopter lift scheduled with street closures including S Wacker, S Franklin, W Adams, W Van Buren
- Sunday, May 15 at 12:00pm, 919 N Michigan (Louis Vuitton), Group will gather for their cause “Fur Protest Against Louis Vuitton”
- Sunday, May 15 at 2:00pm, 250 N LaSalle (approximate), Group will gather for their cause “Defend Roe: Chicago” *
- Sunday, May 15 at 2:00pm, S Michigan / E Ida B Wells, Group will gather for their cause “National Day of Protest – NAKBA 74 Justice for Shireen”
- Tuesday, May 17 at 4:30pm, 42 W Madison (CPD Headquarters), Group will gather for their cause “Charter School Contract Kick Off Rally”
- Wednesday, May 18 at 5:30pm, 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center), Group will gather for their cause “Chicago Ride of Silence 2022”
- Thursday, May 19 at 6:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “Save Our Children #endgunviolence”
Notes/Analysis
* = Ongoing and widespread protests related to the pending SCOTUS decision regarding Roe v Wade should be anticipated
** = Anticipated to be the largest protest of the week, depending on weather conditions; organizers indicate group may march to Wacker/LaSalle
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- 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
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, promptly 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, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
Coordinating with our cross-sector partners in public safety, Titan Security is currently monitoring the following protests and special events in the Chicago area. The current situation remains extremely fluid, and we recommend stakeholders remain alert and informed.
Anticipated Demonstrations and Special Events
- Saturday, May 7 at 11:30am, 700 S Columbus to 100 S Columbus, Group will gather/march for their cause “Polish Constitution Day Parade” *
- Saturday, May 7 at 11:00am, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Emergency Rally: Defend Roe! Fight for Abortion Rights/We Won’t Go Back” **
- Sunday, May 8 at 12:00pm, 919 N Michigan (Louis Vuitton), Group will gather for their cause “Fur Protest Against Louis Vuitton”
- Monday, May 9 at 10:00am, 149 N Michigan (Michigan and Randolph), Group will gather for their cause “Chicago Circumcision Crisis Protest 1.0”
- Monday, May 9 at 6:00pm, 122 S Michigan (Philippine Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Vigil for a Clean & Honest Election”
- Tuesday, May 10 at 10:00am, 101 W Ida B Wells (ICE Regional HQ), Group will gather for their cause “Octaviano’s Deportation Can Be Stopped!”
- Wednesday, May 11 at 3:45pm, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza) to 600 E Grand (Navy Pier), Group will gather/march for their cause “Carry the Load National Memorial May Rally – Midwest Relay”
- Wednesday, May 11 at 6:00pm, S Michigan/E Ida B Wells, Group will gather for their cause “Rally: Legalize Abortion Once and For All” **
- Thursday, May 12 at 5:00pm, 221 N Columbus (Radisson Blu Aqua), Group will gather for their cause “Protest Planned Parenthood Fundraiser in Chicago” **
- Saturday, May 14 at 9:30am, 1500 W Washington (Union Park), Groups will gather/march for their cause “Bans Off Our Bodies Day of Action/Rally for Abortion Justice Chicago” ***
- Saturday, May 14 at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for Roe – Gather to Defend Roe v Wade” ***
- Saturday, May 14 at 1:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park, Wrigley Square), Group may gather/march for their cause “Abortion on Demand and Without Apology!” ***
- Sunday, May 15 at 2:00pm, 250 N LaSalle (approximate), Group will gather for their cause “Defend Roe: Chicago” **
Notes/Analysis
* = One in a series of national/ethnic parades during warm-weather months
** = Anticipate multiple large-scale protests and demonstrations related to pending U.S. Supreme Court abortion ruling
*** = Large-scale protests and counterprotests anticipated on May 14; multiple gatherings and marches may combine into one location
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- 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
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, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In collaboration with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is currently monitoring the following special events and public demonstrations. The following notes are from a special public safety conference call held by Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s office on Tuesday May 3, 2022 regarding recent developments in downtown Chicago and upcoming events happening in the city.
Hosted by:
- Samir Mayekar, Mayor’s Office
- John O’Malley, Mayor’s Office
- Jill Stevens, Chicago Police Department
- John Hein, Chicago Police Department
- Patricia Zuber, Chicago Police Department
- Rich Guidice, Office of Emergency Management and Communications
Call Notes:
- Samir Mayekar (Mayor’s Office) provided a welcome and introductions for the speakers on the call
- John O’Malley (Mayor’s Office) provided a recap of the previous weekend’s incidents within Loop. The city is monitoring teen “Trend” events and is asking high-rise buildings to monitor perimeter and public ways
- Department of Finance ticketed, booted, or towed over 300 cars last weekend
- Jill Stevens (CPD) provided overview of Central Command Group for CPD
- Additional staffing around Millennium Park on Saturday
- Additional staffing surged into CCG following Sunday shooting
- Tactical unit start times shifted slightly later to address early a.m. issues
- Mayekar noted the city is deploying customer service and security-oriented street ambassadors along commercial corridors
- Cinco de Mayo may include some car caravans traveling into the Loop, before or during 05/05. These caravans may organize near Montrose Harbor then travel south
- Memorial Day weekend events are being reviewed; unofficial kickoff of summer event season
- Current Memorial Day weekend events being monitored: Approximately 40,000 in Grant Park for Latino music festival, 2 sold-out Coldplay shows at Soldier Field, Cubs-White Sox series at Guaranteed Rate Field
Question Responses:
- CTA and transit police will increase staffing on weekends and holidays
- Illegally parked cars and Lower Wacker reckless driving have been noted as ongoing concerns
- Graffiti and aggressive panhandling noted as ongoing concerns
- ChiBiz text alerts and BOMA Slack channel promoted as info sources
- Rolling closures are a possibility for large events or car caravans
- “Trend” preparations in Millennium Park include briefings, officer orientation, coordination with Titan Security resources
- Theaters expressed safety concerns and sought detailed talking points; Additional CPD staffing to be deployed before/after shows
- Cook County Sheriff presence will be increased in the River North area
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 2,200 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 collaboration with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is currently monitoring the following special events and public demonstrations.
Anticipated Activity
- Friday, April 29 at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Standing Silent Witness – End Sexual Violence”
- Friday, April 29 at 4:30pm, 500 W Madison (Israeli Consulate) to 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause “March for Palestine and Al Quds in Chicago” *
- Saturday, April 30 at 5:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group may gather for their event “Teen Trend Meet Up”
- Sunday, May 1 at 10:00am, 1501 W Randolph (Union Park) to 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group(s) will gather/march for their causes “May Day March – Abortion Rights, Immigrant Rights”
- Sunday, May 1 at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Unite the Left 2022, Chicago May Day March”
- Sunday, May 1 at 12:30pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park/Wrigley Square), Group will gather for their cause “Stand with One Voice Sri Lanka”
- Sunday, May 1 at 2:00pm, North LaSalle at Riverwalk, Group will gather for their cause “Stand with Ukraine – Human Chain Along the Chicago Riverwalk”
- Tuesday, May 3 at 5:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Emergency Rally for Abortion Rights” ***
- Thursday, May 5 at 12:00pm, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Yom Ha’atzmaut (Israeli Independence Day) Flag Raising Celebration” **
- Saturday, May 7 at 11:30am, 700 S Columbus to 100 S Columbus, Group will gather/march for their cause “Polish Constitution Day Parade” ****
- Saturday, May 7 at 1:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Emergency Rally: Defend Roe! Fight for Abortion Rights” ***
- Monday, May 9 at 10:00am, 149 N Michigan (Michigan and Randolph), Group will gather for their cause “Chicago Circumcision Crisis Protest 1.0”
- Monday, May 9 at 6:00pm, 122 S Michigan (Philippine Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Vigil for a Clean & Honest Election”
- Wednesday, May 11 at 3:45pm, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza) to 600 E Grand (Navy Pier), Group will gather/march for their cause “Carry the Load National Memorial May Rally – Midwest Relay”
- Thursday, May 12 at 5:00pm, 221 N Columbus (Radisson Blu Aqua), Group will gather for their cause “Protest Planned Parenthood Fundraiser in Chicago” ***
Notes/Analysis
* = Potentially disruptive to evening pedestrian and vehicle traffic around Ogilvie train station
** = Likelihood of counterprotesters is significant for this event
*** = Imminent SCOTUS decision resulting in very large increase in abortion-related demonstrations
**** = One in a series of national/ethnic parades along Columbus or State during warmer months
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- 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
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, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following protest and demonstration activity in Chicago.
Pending Protest Activity
- Friday, April 22 at 2:30pm, 301 S Columbus (Buckingham Fountain) to 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause “Earth Day Student Protest!”
- Saturday, April 23 at 2:30pm, 450 S Michigan, Group will gather for their cause “U.S. & Israel: Hands Off Jerusalem Emergency Protest”
- Saturday, April 23 at 3:00pm, 400 N Michigan (Turkish Consulate), Group may gather for unknown protest of Turkish government
- Saturday, April 23 at 7:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “#EndGunViolence: Prayer Vigil”
- Sunday, April 24 at 10:00am, 801 S Loomis (Arrigo Park), Group will gather for their cause “Pro-Columbus Statue Rally”
- Monday, April 25 at 7:00am 31 E Mid Wacker/Riverwalk (Vietnam Veterans Memorial), Group will gather for their cause “ANZAC Day Commemorative Service 2022”
- Tuesday, April 26 at 12:30pm, 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center), Group will gather for their cause “Prison Water Crisis Press Conference!”
- Wednesday, April 27 at 9:00am, 42 W Madison (CPS Headquarters), Group will gather for their cause “#FreetheFunds Demand Mayor Lightfoot and the Board of Education Stop the Budget Cuts”
- Wednesday, April 27 at 5:30pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza) Group will gather for their cause “Illinois Standing with Queer & Trans Communities”
- Thursday, April 28 at 10:00am, 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center), Group will gather for their cause “#WeAreMore Say No to ‘Tough On Crime’ Politics”
- Thursday, April 28 at 12:00pm, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women (MMIW) Rally”
- Friday, April 29 at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Standing Silent Witness – End Sexual Violence”
- Friday, April 29 at 4:30pm, 500 W Madison (Israeli Consulate) to 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause “March for Palestine and Al Quds in Chicago”
- Sunday, May 1 at 11:00am, 1501 W Randolph (Union Park) to 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause(s) “May Day March – Abortion Rights”
- Sunday, May 1 at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Unite the Left 2022, Chicago May Day March”
- Sunday, May 1 at 12:30pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park/Wrigley Square), Group will gather for their cause “Stand with One Voice Sri Lanka”
- Sunday, May 1 at 2:00pm, North LaSalle at Riverwalk, Group will gather for their cause “Stand with Ukraine – Human Chain Along the Chicago Riverwalk”
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- 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
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, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In partnership with a range of cross-sector public-safety agencies, Titan Security is monitoring the following event and protest activities.
Anticipated Demonstration Activity
- Friday, April 15 at 9:00am, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza) to 735 N State (Holy Name Cathedral), Group will gather/march for their cause “Annual Way of the Cross”
- Saturday, April 16 at 2:30pm, 1 E Erie (Chinese Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Falan Dafa Group Exercises and Rally to Commemorate the Peaceful Appeal of Falun Gong Practitioners in China 4/25/1999”
- Friday, April 22 at 2:30pm, 301 S Columbus (Buckingham Foundation) to 1 S Dearborn Plaza (Chicago Board of Ed), Group will gather/march for their cause “Earth Day Student Protest! We Demand Green Schools for Chicago!”
- Saturday, April 23 at 7:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their event “#endgunviolence Prayer Vigil”
- Thursday, April 28 at 12:00pm, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Rally”
- Friday, April 29 at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Standing Silent Witness – End Sexual Violence”
- Friday, April 29 at 4:30pm, 500 W Madison (Israeli Consulate)to 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause “March for Palestine and Al Quds in Chicago”
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- 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
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, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security has identified the following protest or demonstration activities during the month of April.
Anticipated Demonstrations
- Saturday, April 2 at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Justice for Adam Toledo” *
- Saturday, April 2 at 6:00pm, 37 S Ashland (UE Hall), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for Reproductive Rights”
- Friday, April 8 at 6:30pm, 100 N Riverside (Boeing), Group will gather for their cause “No U.S. Intervention! No Sanctions! No War!”
- Saturday, April 9 at 2:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park/Wrigley Square), Group will gather/march for their cause “#RiseUpForAbortionRights – Rise Up to Keep Abortion Legal”
- Sunday, April 10 at 10:00am, 646 N Michigan (Starbucks), Group will gather for their cause “Starbucks Worldwide Day of Protests”
- Sunday, April 10 at 1:00pm, 200 E Randolph (Aon/Kraft Heinz), Group will gather for their cause “Kraft Heinz, Stop Any Business with Russia”
- Sunday, April 10 at 3:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “No More Corruption! Sri Lankans in Chicago Stand Against Corruption and Injustice”
- Friday, April 15 at 9:00am, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza) to 735 N State (Holy Name Cathedral), Group will gather/march for their cause “Annual Way of the Cross”
Notes/Analysis
* = Other affiliated protests may occur around the one-year anniversary of the police-involved shooting of teen Adam Toledo
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- 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
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, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In coordination with our cross-sector partners, Titan Security is providing this updated list of pending demonstration activity in and near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Events and Demonstrations
- Wednesday, March 16 at 12:00pm, 69 W Washington (Cook County), Group will gather for their cause “#AdamToledo Protest for Justice at Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx’s Office”
- Wednesday, March 16 at 6:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Emergency Protest: Demand justice for Anthony Alvarez, Adam Toledo & All Victims of Police Terror”
- Monday, March 21 at 10:00am, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Low-Income Illinoisans Deserve a Tax Break”
- Tuesday, March 22 at 11:00am, 806 N Michigan (Water Tower), Group will gather for their cause “World Water Day to Protect the Great Lakes from Fossil Fuels”
- Wednesday, March 23 at 9:30am, 42 W Madison (CPS Headquarters), Group will gather for their cause “Keep our School Community Safe! Demand CPS Keep its Required Mask Agreement with CTU”
- Wednesday, March 23 at 12:00pm, 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center), Group will gather for their cause “End the Torture of Prisoners in Menard Penitentiary”
- Thursday, March 24 at 1:00pm, 50 W Washington (Daley Center), Group will gather for their cause “Greek Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony 2022”
- Saturday, March 26 at 11:00am, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Rally to Support the Anjanette Young Ordinance”
- Sunday, March 27 at 2:00pm, 806 N Michigan (Water Tower), Group will gather for their cause “Rally in Support of Ukraine” *
- Monday, March 28 at 11:00am, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Rally to Support the Anjanette Young Ordinance”
- Wednesday, March 30 at 3:00pm, 233 S Wacker (Willis Tower), Group will gather/rally for their cause “Good Airports Rally”
- Thursday, March 31 at 3:00pm, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for Trans Lives”
- Saturday, April 2 at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Justice for Adam Toledo” **
Notes/Analysis
* = Note that multiple pro-Ukrainian demonstrations have been taking place on short notice in or near the Loop, including pedestrian marches and car caravans
** = March 29 is the one-year anniversary of the death of Adam Toledo; spontaneous protests or demonstrations are likely in addition to the listed event
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- 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
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, 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 March 15, 2022 are shared below.
- Meeting was held via Microsoft Teams with approximately 40 attendees
- Hosted by Erin Belknap (Sterling Bay), Tom Henkey (Titan Security), Ron Tabaczynski (BOMA)
- A summary of Chicago Public-Private Task Force (CPPTF) subcommittees and projects was provided by Steve Caluris from ChicagoFIRST
- An overview of “go bag” status was provided by the Committee chair and vice-chair; draft list of best practices to members by next month
- Public-sector agency reports included:
- Chicago Police Department, District 1 – St. Pat’s weekend completed with no major incidents; Shamrock Shuffle on 03/20; reduced number of protests; crime is still escalated year-to-date; gun arrests are up in district
- Chicago Police Department, District 18 – St. Pat’s weekend events; Former presidents Clinton and Bush in town on 03/15; pro-Ukrainian vehicle caravans ongoing; CTA/CPD transit unit staffing increasing
- Chicago Police Department, Area 3 – detectives working multiple crime patterns; arrest made on bar break-ins in River North; new community alert on restaurant break-ins in Loop; auto theft still an issue, including many cars left running
- Chicago Fire Department – Loop Operations not fully briefed on pending Shamrock Shuffle; highrise drill format under review with COVID restrictions lifting
- Metra – ridership up to approximately 1/3 of pre-COVID levels; train frequency increasing in April
- Next Committee meeting will be in “hybrid” format; 04/19 at 9:00am at 425 S Financial Place, or via live videolink; details to follow
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.
