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State Lawmakers Host Meet And Greet Event At Dan Ryan Pavilion

Come meet Sen. Cunningham and Reps. Burke and Hurley and hear more about the recent legislative session on Saturday, Sept. 29.

EVERGREEN PARK, IL – Constituents will have the chance to share their thoughts and concerns with their state legislators Representatives Kelly Burke (36th District) and Fran Hurley (35th District), along with Sen. Bill Cunningham (18th District) Saturday, Sept. 29 during their upcoming visit to the Pavilion at the Dan Ryan Woods, 8700 S. Western Ave., to discuss the recent legislative session in Springfield. The meet-and-greet runs from 9 to 10 a.m., followed by a tour of the newly renovated Pavilion and short hike in the area, weather permitting, from 10 to 11 a.m.

“Sen. Cunningham. Rep. Hurley and I always make it a priority to remain open and accessible to the people we represent,” Burke said in a news release. “This event is a chance for residents to talk informally with us about state issues, have questions answered and learn more about the services available through our offices. We also look forward to exploring the newly renovated pavilion and the wonderful treasure of our neighborhood, the Dan Ryan Woods in the Cook County Forest Preserve.”

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