April 29, 2009 at Douglas Park Field House, at 1401 S. Sacramento from
5:30 pm-8:00 pm.
“Unfortunately, during tough economic times, fraud and deceptive
practices become prevalent. With people losing their jobs, homes to
foreclosure and debt mounting, financial stability becomes the greatest
concern for consumers and the public at large,” said Commissioner of
the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, Norma I.
Reyes.
The workshop events will provide consumers with on-hand information on
how to protect their home, their money and their family. Consumers can
connect with trusted resources and agencies such the Neighborhood
Housing Service of Chicago, the Federal Trade Commission, the United
State Postal Inspection Service, Attorney General’s Office, Harris
Bank and other local government and community agencies.
The event will offer expert speakers and exhibitors from trusted
consumer agencies who will share information on the following areas of
importance:
●Provide information to inform consumers on mortgage issues that many
Chicagoans are facing today such as foreclosure, refinancing and how to
protect themselves from companies that are looking to take advantage of
consumers.
●Offer important credit repair, credit and debt consolidation
information. Consumers can also receive tips on how to detect common
fraudulent schemes that are prevalent today, such as check and credit
fraud.
●Educate consumers about their rights, they will get tips and learn
how and where to report fraud and seek restitution.
The Consumers and the Economy events are being offered on following
dates and locations. All events will run from 5:30 – 8:00 PM
April 29
Douglas Park Field House
1401 S. Sacramento
May 27
Humboldt Park Field House
1440 N. Sacramento
August 19
North Park Village Community Room
5801 N. Pulaski Road
December 9
South Shore Cultural Center
7059 S. South Shore Drive
Consumers can find out more by calling 311 or visit
www.cityofchicago.org/bacp
