On Monday, February 16, at 7 p.m., 1st Ward residents are invited to attend a forum with Illinois Senator Daniel Biss at The Merion, located at 1611 Chicago Ave., as he discusses the many facets of Illinois' retirement policy, both public and private. 

Senator Biss will also speak on the nation's looming retirement crisis, along with policies and practices that can be implemented to help Illinois residents save for a secure retirement. 

For more information about the forum, please call 847-644-1779. The event is free and open to the public.