Notice of Protest Activity: September 11, 2021

We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Saturday, September 11th. Tentative info for the protest activity is listed below:

Scheduled Protests/Assemblies

Saturday, September 11th, 2021

• 7:30 am at 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park) to 3500 N Clark. The group will gather/march for their cause “9/11 and Afghanistan Memorial Hump.”
• 8:00 am at 1410 S Museum Campus Dr (Soldier Field). The group will gather for their cause “2021 Chicagoland 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb.”
• 10:00 am at 800 W 18th Street to 1900 W 18th Street. The group will gather/march for their cause “Mexican Independence Day of Pilsen.”
• 12:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Demand 9/11 Memorial for Stolen Lives of Police Brutality.”
• 12:00 pm at N Michigan/E Washington. The group will gather for their cause “9/11: A Tragedy Manipulated to Produce Further Tragedies.”
• 9:00 pm at 4343 S. Pulaski. The group will gather for their cause “Mexican Independence Day Take Over Week Car Caravan.” (unrelated to anniversary)

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
• NotifyChicago Notification System – Click Here
• City of Chicago Emergency Guidance for Evacuation and Shelter-In-Place – 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).