Central Business District Weekend Safety Measures
Titan Security has taken part in multiple recent safety and security briefings with a range of private-sector associations and public-safety agencies. Both groups are closely monitoring an expected gathering of juveniles on Saturday evening, as well as the ongoing risk posed by organized retail theft rings. (See the post “Updated Notice of Protest Activity: December, 2021” for more information.) A summary of briefing content is provided below.
Specific Measures
- Titan Security is working with our public-sector partners as we monitor multiple activities and special events in the Central Business District (CBD) this weekend
- Regular updates will continue to be posted at https://titan-security.com/news-and-resources/
- The Chicago Police Department will be deploying additional resources in the CBD this weekend, including foot patrols, bike units, and the mounted unit
- Other City agencies will be deploying personnel, barricades, and equipment in the CBD and in retail corridors
- Additional security measures and hours of operation will be in place at Millennium Park on Saturday
- There may be localized safety restrictions on pedestrian or vehicular traffic in the CBD
- Increased situational awareness for all Loop residents and employees is highly encouraged
- Emergencies should result in a call to 911, situational communication may utilize the BOMA Slack channel or 311
- Please contact your Titan Security representative with any questions or concerns
Update from the Chicago Police Department Business Liaison Office
“The Chicago Police Department is aware there has been online chatter regarding the possibility for unsupervised youths to come into the Central Business District again this Saturday. CPD will have extra personnel and resources in and around the CBD.
There has also been some misinformation distributed through various media outlets and email chains suggesting there will be limited access to the CBD this weekend. There are currently no plans for mass street closures or limited access to the CBD this weekend.
For several years, the City of Chicago and CPD have had an emergency plan in place wherein the CBD can be ‘locked down’ if necessary. This plan is only implemented under extreme conditions.”
Safety Tips During or Near Protest Activity
- 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).