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Titan Security is proud to represent safety operations across a range of locations, sectors, and Clients at the most recent meeting of the Chicago Public-Private Task Force (CPPTF). As a part of larger cross-sector safety efforts across the region, the CPPTF meets monthly to discuss issues relevant to multiple agencies and businesses.

Public Sector Updates

Other Updates

About the CPPTF

The Chicago Public-Private Task Force (CPPTF) has combined the planning and preparedness efforts of public, private, and nonprofit institutions for more than a decade. Member organizations volunteer their networks, skillsets, and expertise to address common safety and security issues affecting the broader community. Sectors represented include first responders, hotels and tourism, universities, financial firms, cultural properties, commercial properties, residential properties, retail properties, and hospitals.

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 more than 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,250 security staff, and having 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 security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector public-safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring several anticipated public gatherings in or near the Chicago Loop.

Special Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = Exercise is expected to involve an active-shooter scenario and a large police presence; expect road closures in the immediate vicinity

** = Group known for promoting “spontaneous” gatherings at this location; turnout has been small in past

*** = Weather permitting; expect localized street closures on Sunday morning

Event/Protest Best Practices

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.

Titan Security monitors ongoing special event and protest activity in and near the Chicago Loop, in consultation with our cross-sector safety partners.

Anticipated Special Events/Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = One of an ongoing series of teen gatherings; uneventful recently, largely weather-dependent attendance

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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, effi

Alongside our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following anticipated activities in and around the Chicago Loop.

Demonstrations and Special Events

Notes/Analysis

* = City Hall event will be preceded by slow-moving group of bicyclists intentionally blocking traffic along on Halsted and Milwaukee

** = Hot Chocolate Run can attract up to 25,000 participants, depending on weather; expect extensive street closures in area

*** = Agencies including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and New York Police Department (NYPD) have issued alerts regarding possible extremist activities to disrupt voting. Review the “See Something Say Something” message below.

**** = Car club “meet ups” are a strong indicator of car caravans, street activity, and local traffic disruptions; will continue to monitor

Event/Protest Best Practices

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.

In partnership with other agencies and organizations dedicated to public safety, Titan Security is monitoring the potential impacts of multiple demonstrations and special events in or near the Chicago Loop.

Anticipated Protests and Events

Notes/Analysis

* = Event will include “feeder” rides along Halsted and Milwaukee; group of bicyclists known to intentionally ride slowly in traffic lanes during rush hour

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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.

Titan Security is proud to represent safety operations across a range of locations, sectors, and Clients at the most recent meeting of the Chicago Public-Private Task Force (CPPTF). As a part of larger cross-sector safety efforts across the region, the CPPTF meets monthly to discuss issues relevant to multiple agencies and businesses.

Public Sector Updates

Other Updates

About the CPPTF

The Chicago Public-Private Task Force (CPPTF) has combined the planning and preparedness efforts of public, private, and nonprofit institutions for more than a decade. Member organizations volunteer their networks, skillsets, and expertise to address common safety and security issues affecting the broader community. Sectors represented include first responders, hotels and tourism, universities, financial firms, cultural properties, commercial properties, residential properties, retail properties, and hospitals.

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 more than 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,250 security staff, and having 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 security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following special event and demonstration activity expected to impact the Chicago Loop in coming days.

Anticipated Events and Demonstrations

Notes/Analysis

* = Group of bicyclists that intentionally rides slowly in traffic lanes during rush hour; may cause local traffic disruptions or delays

** = Pro-Ukrainian group gathering near the Cloud Gate sculpture in Millennium Park

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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.

Titan Security is actively monitoring the following protests and special events in or near the Chicago Loop, in partnership with local, state, and federal public-safety organizations.

Anticipated Demonstrations and Events

Notes/Analysis

* = Group of bicyclists that intentionally rides slowly in traffic lanes during rush hour; may cause local traffic disruptions or delays

** = Two relatively small abortion-related protests; groups may intermingle or march between locations

*** = Organizers have listed both a Friday and a Saturday date for event

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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

In cooperation with our cross-sector public-safety partners, Titan Security is actively monitoring the following activity anticipated to occur in or near the Chicago Loop this month.

Anticipated Events/Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = Small group of bicyclists who intentionally ride slowly to disrupt traffic flow

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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.

In partnership with our cross-sector life-safety organizations, Titan Security is sharing the latest information from the City of Chicago’s Office of Emergency Management & Communications (OEMC) regarding events happening September 16-18, 2022.

From City of Chicago OEMC:

The City of Chicago is taking the appropriate measures to ensure the safety of all residents around Mexican Independence Day and all events citywide this weekend. We ask that everyone be cognizant of your neighbors and respectful of others while celebrating and realizing there are critical functions that exist for the well-being of all. Residents can expect increased traffic activity throughout the city. OEMC will continue to monitor all citywide events on a 24/7 basis and have measures in place if any activity begins to escalate. OEMC is working closely with the Chicago Police Department and our public safety partners to ensure safe celebrations and public gatherings.  

The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) advises residents and visitors to be aware of street closures, additional crowds and increased traffic in areas of events this weekend. As always, OEMC reminds everyone of the importance of always being aware of your surroundings and to report suspicious activity to on-site event security or by calling 9-1-1.  

Citywide deployments for the weekend are planned in order to ensure the safety and security of the public. The OEMC will monitor events and weather conditions citywide from the Operations Center and coordinate public safety resources as needed.  OEMC, Chicago Police Department and city departments collaborate to share communications regularly through daily coordination calls that allows for enhanced citywide coordination and activation of safety plans.    

Motorists should be prepared for traffic impacts, delays and possible reroutes due to street closures or increased crowds. Traffic Control Aides (TCAs) will be on hand at select events citywide to direct traffic flow and impacts.   

OEMC will continue to monitor all events throughout the city on a 24/7 basis and have measures in place if any activity begins to escalate. OEMC will continue to work closely with the Chicago Police Department and our public safety partners to ensure safe celebrations and public gatherings.  

Riot Fest – Douglass Park  

      Friday, September 16 – Sunday, September 18, 11a.m. – 10 p.m.  

Riot Fest annual music festival takes place in Chicago’s Douglass Park, 1401 S Sacramento Drive. The main entrance is located at Ogden and Sacramento. Event boundaries include S. Albany Avenue, California Avenue, 19th Street and Ogden Avenue. Taxis, Limos, Ubers, Lyft and other ride shares will drop off and stage on the north side of the Ogden Dr. inner drive, westbound between California and Sacramento. For complete details, visit RiotFest.org  

Mexican Independence Day Activities  

Expect increased traffic due to celebratory activities through September 18. There are no planned street closures at this time, other than permitted events, however traffic may be diverted to control traffic flow if needed. Mexican Independence Day is an annual event that takes place every September 16th, celebrating Mexico’s declaration of independence from Spain in 1810. 

Annual Mexican Patriotic Parade 

Sunday, September 18, Step Off: 1 p.m. (Assembly begins at 11 a.m.)  

The parade route will head south along Commercial Avenue from 87th Street to 100th Street and disband at 101st Street 

Pilsen Fest 

Saturday, September 17 – Sunday, September 18, noon – 10 p.m.  

1800 S. Blue Island Avenue 

Pilsen Fest aims to expose the Latino community to the deep pool of cultural talents that exist in the Pilsen neighborhood and the Chicago metropolitan area. 

Safety Tips Near/During Protests

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 110,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,000 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.