October 2022

A Message from Clerk Iris Y. Martinez...

As you may recently be aware, some devastating hurricanes hit Florida’s southwestern coast, Puerto Rico, Cuba and the Dominican Republic. Let’s keep these people and their loved ones in our prayers. Relief organizations throughout each of these affected locations are already assisting those in need and workers on the ground but more help is needed.

Here are a few mutual aid and humanitarian groups able to directly respond in the region during this crisis.

Florida - Disaster Relief at Work

Puerto Rico & Dominican Republic - Project HOPE

Cuba - The People’s Forum

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Clerk of the Circuit Court's New Hires

Our office is very pleased to announce that more than 60 new employees were sworn in as Clerks at the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Our new hires began their journey with us last month. We're excited to extend our capacity to better serve the public.

On Friday, September 9th, our office participated in the San Lucas UCC's Hispanic Heritage Celebration. This organization provides resources to the community. The event offered COVID-19 booster vaccines, boxes of fresh produce, and many other services.

On September 20th, Clerk Martinez joined The Puerto Rican Agenda of Chicago and elected officials representing the Northwest Side of Chicago at a press conference to advocate for support and resources for Puerto Ricans recovering from the devastation caused by Hurricane Fiona.

The catastrophic storm hit the island just after the five-year anniversary of Hurricane Maria, much of whose damage remains.

This time, the storm dumped up to 32 inches of rain in some parts of the island leaving behind crested rivers, collapsed bridges, and destroyed homes and infrastructure. For more information on how to support relief efforts visit: 3R’s for Puerto Rico FAQs — The Puerto Rican Agenda of Chicago (puertoricanchicago.org)

On September 23rd, Clerk Martinez was the keynote speaker at the Latinas in Law Enforcement Scholarship Luncheon hosted by Trinidad Aguirre-Armenta Foundation for the Arts. The event is an effort to raise scholarship funds for Latinas interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement.

For more info: armentafoundation.org

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Clerk Iris Y. Martinez hosted a program with entertainment by Latino performers. She also recognized Evelyn Roman, Principle from Avondale-Logandale Elementary School and Mariana Osoria, MA, Senior Vice President from Partnerships & Engagement Family Focus, as well as Bienvenido “Nino” Perez, Manager from the Cook County Civil Division and Mirella Miranda from our Management Information Systems Bureau for their outstanding work in our communities.

DATES TO REMEMBER

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is to raise awareness and the impacts of breast cancer. Providing resources through early detection, education, and support services. For more information and resources please visit, National Breast Cancer Foundation by clicking here.

OTHER RESOURCEFUL NEWS

Farmer's Market season is upon us! The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events is excited to be presenting City Markets throughout Chicago from May through October. As essential businesses increase neighborhood access to fresh and healthy food, farmer's markets are opening on schedule and will be following specific precautions to encourage social distancing and protect customers and vendors. A full schedule of Chicago City Markets, along with a listing of independent farmer's markets, can be found on the City of Chicago website. 

LAST DAY IS OCTOBER 27, 7am–2pm

Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) 

LAST DAY OF FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS IS October 7,

11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

For more information, please visit the City of Chicago website.

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Space is limited, but we would love to know what you have going on in your courthouse, department, or division.

Content for November is due October 21, 2022

Email Cesar Rolon at crrolon@cookcountycourt.com