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May 26, 2017
                        
State Representative Emanuel "Chris" Welch, D-7th, Fighting for Our Safety!  
 
Welch Fighting for Violence Prevention Funds for Our Community!  
   
Dear Neighbor,
 
Over the past several years we have seen an increase in violence throughout our neighborhoods and streets. So far this year, there have been six homicides in Maywood. Unfortunately, this increase in violence can be attributed to Governor Rauner's extreme funding cuts to violence prevention, after-school and summer jobs programs.
 
I recently introduced legislation with 27 of my colleagues to provide funding to community based organizations throughout Illinois that reduce gun violence and ensure kids are not brought into a life of crime. House Bill 4008 would provide $2 million to the 7th District to fund programs including violence prevention programs, job training programs, youth sports, library workshops and more.
 
It is a well-known fact that when children have opportunities to become invested in their communities, violence decreases. I am frustrated that Governor Rauner refuses to see how keeping our neighborhoods safe makes Illinois a better place to live and do business. My focus will always be on helping improve the lives of working families, not the wealthy and well-connected.
 
I am asking that friends, family and neighbors please sign my petition at bit.ly/welchviolenceprevention to show Governor Rauner that we deserve a budget that fully funds violence prevention programs now. For more information, please call my office at 708-450-1000 or email me at RepWelch@EmanuelChrisWelch.com.
 
Sincerely,
 
Emanuel "Chris" Welch
State Representative, 7th District
 
 
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Join Rep. Chris Welch Invites You to Join Him in Thanking Our Fallen Heroes By Marching in the River Forest Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, 2017 at 10am.  Call 708-450-1000 to volunteer to walk with Rep. Welch today.  
 
  

 


Rep. Welch's Annual Job Fair Returns June 3, 2017 at the Proviso Math and Science Academy, 8601 W. Roosevelt Road, Forest Park. Please feel free to share this information! 
 
  

 


Join Rep. Chris Welch, Westlake Hospital, Agent Larry Williams and State Farm Insurance and Trainer Charles Robinson for their "Healthy Lives Matter" campaign.  Join them for a monthly Free Fitness Class at Proviso West High School in Hillside on June 17, 2017.  The event will run from 10am to 12pm.  Feel free to share as this event is open to all seeking to live a healthy lifestyle. 
 
  

 


Please Join Rep. Welch, Westlake Hospital, Freedom Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. Craig M. Smith, Dr. Nabil Saleh, Erskine Reeves Barber Academy and the West Suburban Teachers Union Local 571 for Rep. Welch's 5th Annual Back to School Health Fair at Proviso West High School on July 29, 2017 from 10am to 2pm.  School Supplies are limited.  Screenings are for kids and adults! 
 
  

 


Rep. Welch's Annual Community Shred Day Returns August 12, 2017 at the Forest Park Community Center, 7640 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park.  The event will run from Noon to 3pm.  Please feel free to share this information! Limit two boxes per family please!
 
  

 


DISTRICT OFFICE AND SPRINGFIELD OFFICE
 
  
District Office:
10055 Roosevelt Road, Suite E
Westchester, Illinois 60154
(708) 450-1000
(708) 450-1104 fax
  
Tionna Clanton
Office Administrator
  
Dimietha Sangster
Office Assistant
 
Springfield Office:
266-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, Illinois 62706
(217) 782-8120
  
Kate Carver 
Secretary
 
Office Hours:
M-F 9am-4pm
Sat by Appointment only
 
State Representative, D-7th 
Emanuel "Chris" Welch
708-450-1000
708-450-1104 fax
www.emanuelchriswelch.com
Serving Working Families Everyday.

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