Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Meeting of FPD Board of Commissioners on 7/12/2016 at 10:00 AM

16-0301

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0301
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Conservation and Experiential Programming Request: Receive and File Report Title: Campground Report Report Period: Campground Openings, May, 2015 - Year to Date Summary: Report of Campground Operations, Programming, Revenue and Attendance, since their openings in May of 2015. Customer comment stats will be included as well.
Action: suspend the rules
Result: Pass

16-0301

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

16-0308

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0308
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT PUBLIC UTILITIES BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 5, Public Utilities, Chapter 2, Franchises, Sections 5-2A-5 and 5-2B-5, Tree Mitigation of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code is hereby amended as Follows: *** Sec. 5-2A-5. Tree Mitigation. All plans submitted will include a listing of all trees over four (4) inches in diameter breast height (DBH) that will be removed from FPD property as a result of construction of the proposed facilities. This list will include the DBH, common name, and species name for each tree to be removed. Plans will also indicate the location of the trees to be removed, identity of each individual tree and indicate that it is to be removed by showing an "X" through the tree symbol on the plans. The FPD will use this information to determine the tree mitigation fee using the FPD's tree mitigation plan as adopted by the Board of Forest Preserve District Commissioners on March 21, 2007, and as further amended by the Forest Preserve District Bo
Action: refer
Result: Pass

16-0276

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:46 GMT

File #: 16-0276
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE DISTRICT TO PAY THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (IDOT) THE LOCAL SHARE OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE NORTH BRANCH BICYCLE TRAIL SOUTHERN EXTENSION-STAGE 2 AND AMEND A LOCAL AGENCY AGREEMENT WHEREAS, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) has sought and been awarded, funds from the Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (“CMAQ”) federal grant program administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation (“IDOT”) for the construction of a 2.96 mile southern extension of the North Branch Bicycle Trail (hereafter the “Project”); and WHEREAS, on October 10, 2014, the Board of Commissioners authorized the Forest Preserves to enter into a local agency agreement (the “Local Agency Agreement”), with IDOT to pay 20% of the Phase III Construction Engineering ($530,000.00) costs and estimated Construction costs ($6,710,000.00) associated with the Project; and WHEREAS, due to the amount of available funding, the Project was divided into two stages: Stage 1 from Devon and Caldwell Avenue to Forest Glen Avenue a
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0314

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0314
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE FOREST PRESERVES TO OFFER CERTIFICATES FOR CERTAIN EXPERIENCES WHEREAS, from time to time, the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Preserves”) would like to offer complimentary recreational and educational experiences within the Preserves to the following: (1) individuals or organizations that will promote, advertise, or market the Preserve; (2) non-profit organizations which serve Cook County residents; and/or (3) individuals or organizations otherwise approved by the General Superintendent to receive such complimentary certificates, (collectively Proposed Complimentary Certificate Recipients); and WHEREAS, such complimentary experiences may include, without limitation, the following: Aquatic Center Family Admission, Camping, Camp and Climb Events, Picnics, Naturalist Walk, Night Naturalist Walk, Treetop Adventure Course -Family Pack, Golf on Forest Preserve Course (Foursome), and/or 2 Hour Boat Rental; and WHEREAS, the total value of the complimentary certificates for recreational and educational experiences that the Preserve
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0269

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:46 GMT

File #: 16-0269
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Planning and Development Vendor: Path Construction Company, Arlington Heights, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to extend a previously executed contract Good(s) or Service(s): Construction services for improvements to various buildings at the Central Garage and Warehouse Complex Original Contract Period: 10/26/2015 - 4/23/2016 and an Administrative Extension (4/24/2016 - 6/23/2016) Proposed Contract Period Extension: Two hundred seventy (270) days (6/24/2016 (retroactive) - 3/21/17) Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $1,026,100.00 Original Approval: 4/14/2015, $1,026,100.00 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: N/A Estimated Fiscal Impact: N/A Accounts: N/A Contract Number(s): 13-80-01-G5R2 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. The Vendor has met the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Ordinance Provisions. District(s): 1 Summary: Additiona
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0270

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:46 GMT

File #: 16-0270
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Planning and Development Vendor: Robe, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to extend a previously executed contract Good(s) or Service(s): Construction services for the renovation and addition to the Palos Division headquarters located near Willow Springs. Original Contract Period: 4/13/2015-12/10/2015, Administrative Extension (12/11/2015-2/9/2016) Board approved extension (2/9/2016-8/8/2016) Proposed Contract Period Extension: One hundred twenty (120) days 8/9/2016-12/7/2016 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $633,646.00 Original Approval: 2/11/2015, $633,646.00 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: N/A Estimated Fiscal Impact: N/A Accounts: N/A Contract Number(s): 13-80-01 G6R1 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. The Vendor has met the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Ordinance Provisions. District(s): 17 Summary: This is
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0271

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0271
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: License Request
Title: PROPOSED LICENSE REQUEST Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (“the Preserves”), as Licensor to grant a License to Maine Township High School District 207, Grantee, to locate, operate and maintain a 1.5-inch conduit with fiber optic line along the north side of Oakton Street from the Des Plaines River to Algonquin Road at Campground Road Woods. The conduit will be installed underground by directional bore within the right of way of Oakton Street and will be owned by, and for the exclusive use of, the Grantee. Term: Continuous License Fee: $68,181.82 License Application Fee: $500.00 YELAR Fee: $3,600.00 Total one-time upfront fee of $72,281.82 for the term of the License (Sec. 5-2A-4 and 5-2B-4) Tree Mitigation Fee: None The area of the License is: 0.947 acres Concurrence(s): The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. Grantee has met the insurance requirements under the License Agreement. The Forest Preserves staff have reviewed this license application and plans and h
Action: suspend the rules
Result: Pass

16-0271

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:46 GMT

16-0272

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:46 GMT

File #: 16-0272
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: License Request
Title: PROPOSED LICENSE REQUEST Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (“the Preserves”), as Licensor to grant a License to Wide Open West d/b/a WOW!, Grantee, to locate, operate and maintain a fiber optic line along the north side of Dundee Road between Milwaukee Avenue and the I-294 Tollway at Potawatomi Woods to connect cellular towers for public telecommunication services. The section west of the Des Plaines River will have two 1.5-inch underground conduits installed within the existing right of way by directional bore, and from the west bank of the river to the Tollway will be aerial cable installed on the existing ComEd pole line. Term: Ten (10) Years License Fee: $119,876.03 License Application Fee: $1,000.00 YELAR Fee: $3,600.00 Total one-time upfront fee of $124,476.03 for the term of the License (Sec. 5-2A-4 and 5-2B-4) Tree Mitigation Fee: None The area of the License is: 1.665 acres Concurrence(s): The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. Grantee has met the insuranc
Action: refer
Result: Pass

16-0273

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:46 GMT

File #: 16-0273
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: License Request
Title: PROPOSED LICENSE REQUEST Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (“the Preserves”), as Licensor to grant a License to The Village of Westchester, Grantee, to locate, operate and maintain 1,080 linear feet of 30-inch sanitary sewer on FPCC property to replace an existing 5,000 linear feet of 30-inch sanitary sewer on FPCC property. Relocating the storm sewer will result in less impacts to the FPCC than replacing the existing sewer, and less impact for long term future maintenance. Term: Continuous License Fee: $26,776.86 License Application Fee: $500.00 YELAR Fee: $3,600.00 Total one-time upfront fee of $30,876.86 for the term of the License (Sec. 5-2A-4 and 5-2B-4) Tree Mitigation Fee: $19,154.26 The area of the License is: 0.372 acre Concurrence(s): The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. Grantee has met the insurance requirements under the License Agreement. The Forest Preserves staff have reviewed this license application and plans and have found them to be accepta
Action: refer
Result: Pass

16-0294

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0294
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: License Request
Title: PROPOSED LICENSE REQUEST Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (“the Preserves”), as Licensor to grant a Hardship License pursuant to the District Code Section 2-3-1D to Mark A. Zieminski and Lisa Zieminski, 348 Michigan City Road, Calumet City, Grantee, to locate, operate and maintain an existing concrete and stone raised patio, retaining wall and existing attachments that encroaches onto the Preserves. The patio and retaining wall were built as part of the house in 1941. Removal of the encroachments would jeopardize the structure of the existing residence. The Grantees purchased the house in 2002 and continue to occupy and maintain the patio, retaining wall, and attachments. Term: 10 Years License Fee: $3,600.00 License Application Fee: None YELAR Fee: Waived Total fee of $3,600.00 payable in annual installments for the 10 year term of the License (Sec. 2-3-1D and 5-2A-4) Tree Mitigation Fee: None The area of the License is: 0.013 Acre Concurrence(s): The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have
Action: refer
Result: Pass

16-0302

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0302
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: License Request
Title: PROPOSED LICENSE REQUEST Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (“the Preserves”), as Licensor to grant a License to North Cook County Soil & Water Conservation District, Grantee, to share approximately 200 square feet of workspace at the Preserves’ Northwest Resource Management facility, 640 Cosman Road, Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Term: 5 years License Fee: $100.00 monthly License Application Fee: $0.00 YELAR Fee: Waived Total one-time upfront fee of N/A for the term of the License (Sec. 5-2A-4 and 5-2B-4) Tree Mitigation Fee: N/A The area of the License is: Approximately 200 square feet of workspace at the Preserves’ Northwest Resource Management facility, 640 Cosman Road, Elk Grove Village, Illinois Concurrence(s): The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. Grantee has met the insurance requirements under the License Agreement. The Forest Preserves staff have reviewed this license application and plans and have found them to be acceptable; therefore, it is recommen
Action: refer
Result: Pass

16-0304

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0304
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Facilities and Fleet Vendor: Stertil Koni; Stevensville, Maryland Request: This is a request to enter into a contract with Stertil-Koni USA, Inc. (“Stertil”), pursuant to Section 1-8-2(AA) of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County’s Code of Ordinances, based on pricing terms and conditions established by the National Joint Powers Alliance (the “NJPA”), for Heavy Duty Lifts and Accessories. The NJPA is a national public service agency that leverages the purchasing power of more than 50,000 members. Stertil was selected as a vendor by the NJPA through a competitively solicited Request for Proposals process in June 2015. Good(s) or Service(s): Heavy Duty Lifts and Accessories for the Fleet Maintenance Department. Contract Value: $243,463.66 Contract period: One time purchase Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2016: $243,463.66 Accounts: Capital Outlays, 53-6300 and Building Account, 25-6710, 26-6710, 54-6710, 55-6710, 56-6710 and 09-6710 Contract Number(s): National Joint Powers Alliance, 061015-SKI Concurrences:
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0306

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0306
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Grant Application Authorization Request
Title: PROPOSED GRANT APPLICATION AUTHORIZATION REQUEST Department: Planning and Development Grantee: The Forest Preserve District of Cook County (the “Preserves”) Grantor: Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ Land and Water Convervation Fund (“LWCF”) Request: Authorization to apply for grant Purpose: Authorization to apply for grant funds and match funds if awarded Grant Amount: $1,070,250.00 Grant Period: Three (3) Years From Grant Approval Date Fiscal Impact: Not to Exceed $1,070,250.00 Accounts: Land Acquisition, 25-6800 District(s): 15 Summary: Approval of resolution authorizing the Preserves to apply for a grant and, if awarded, to provide match funds and enter into an agreement with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The LWCF grant would provide funding for the acquisition of the 165 Algonquin property in Barrington Hills, Illinois. The 23-acre site would provide a direct connection between Horizon Farms and Spring Creek Forest Preserves. The acquisition of this property would allow the Preserves to install a natur
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0315

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0315
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Partnership Agreement
Title: PROPOSED PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT Request: requesting authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a revenue generating Partnership Agreement with Recreational Equipment Inc. (“REI”), Chicago, Illinois.. Reason: The Preserves seek to partner with REI for the purposes of providing outdoor recreation and outdoor activities as well as educating the public with nature based activities which includes but is not limited to hiking, biking, camping, archery and volunteer stewardship. For all courses conducted on the Preserves’ property, REI will compensate the Preserves with 20% of all registration fees collected from their participants. Participants of REI’s courses will also receive extensive environmental education supplemented by nature-based recreational activities which promote forest preserve awareness, and teaches participates how healthy forest preserves contribute to their community and quality of life. These courses promote the use of the Preserves and REI has committed to partnering with the Preserves’ volunteers to provi
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0316

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0316
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Submitting Annual Business Diversity Report for referral to the Contract Compliance Committee Report Title: FY 2015 Report Period: 1/1/2015 - 12/31/2015 Summary: Submitting report for referral to the Contract Compliance Committee
Action: refer
Result: Pass

16-0275

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:46 GMT

File #: 16-0275
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Procurements and Disbursements Report Report Period: 5/1/2016 - 5/31/2016 Summary: Submitting the Procurements and Disbursements Report for the period of May 2016. This report is to be received and filed in compliance with Section 1-8-2(BB) of the District’s Code of Ordinances.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

16-0303

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0303
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Miscellaneous Item of Business
Title: PROPOSED MISCELLANEOUS ITEM OF BUSINESS Department: Conservation and Experiential Programming Summary: Forest Preserves of Cook County Calendar - 7/12/2016 - 9/13/2016 Thursday, 7/14; 5 - 7 pm Butterfly Lab, Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, Lemont Drop in on Sagawau’s Butterfly Lab to learn about the local lepidopterans. See what’s hatching and learn ways to support conservation efforts. Saturdays and Sundays through October 9; 1:30 and 2:30 pm Garden Chef Series: Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden Kitchen Amphitheater, Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe Join noted chefs as they feature fresh produce and prepare original recipes. Free. Saturday, 7/16; 9 am - Noon Painting by the Pond, Trailside Museum of Natural History, River Forest Watch artists at work as they create original paintings near our pond. Enjoy seeing the many different styles of “plein air” painting (painting from life). Paintings displayed until August 16. Saturday, 7/16; check in 5 pm to Sunday, 7/17; 1 pm Family Campout, Camp Reinberg, 1801 N Quentin, Palatine This special overnigh
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

16-0323

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0323
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Journal of Proceedings
Title: JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS SECRETARY TO THE BOARD, Matthew B. DeLeon, presented in printed form a record of the Journal of Proceedings of the regular meeting held on 6/7/2016 .
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0305

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0305
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation)
Title: RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION) Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation - 6/7/2016 The Finance Subcommittee on Litigation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval: Proposed Settlements Approved Fiscal Year 2016 to Present: $386,495.10 Proposed Settlements to Be Approved: $0.00 Legal Fees Approved Fiscal Year 2016 to Present: $658,372.63 Legal Fees for 6/7/2016 to Be Approved: $93,237.51
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0265

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0265
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Facilities and Fleet Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Patson Inc. DBA TransChicago, Elmhurst, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Purchase of one (1) 2017 Freightliner Grapple Truck Fiscal Impact: $200,032.00 Accounts: 25-6625, Vehicles and Maintenance Contract Number(s): N/A District(s): Districtwide Summary: This purchase is for one (1) 2017 Freightliner Grapple Truck to be used throughout the District. This was board approved 11/17/2015.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0289

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0289
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Martinez Frogs - OVC JV, Chicago, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $277,490.09 Accounts: Recreation (Landscape Improvements) Account, 25-6760 Contract Number(s): 11-80-14 District(s): 6 Summary: Oak Forest Heritage Preserve Trail Construction and Parking Lot Improvements
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0290

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0290
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Speedy Gonzalez Landscaping, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $194,449.20 Accounts: Site Amenities Account, 55-6770 Contract Number(s): 16-80-22 District(s): 4 and 11 Summary: Pavement Repairs - Dan Ryan Woods
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0291

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0291
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Path Construction Company, Arlington Heights, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $203,149.26 Accounts: Building Account, 25-6710 Contract Number(s): 13-80-01-G7R3 District(s): 15 Summary: Rolling Knolls Welcome Center
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0292

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0292
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Paul Borg Construction Co., Chicago, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $249,990.79 Accounts: Recreation (Landscape Improvements), 54-6760 Contract Number(s): 13-80-02-11C1 District(s): 17 Summary: Adaptive Reuse - New Office at Bemis Woods
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0277

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0277
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Bid Recommendation
Title: PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION Presented by: ARNOLD RANDALL, GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT Department: Planning and Development Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves District of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a construction contract with Enlight Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, install concrete walkways at Camp Reinberg in Palatine. Reason: Contract 16-80-23 Camp Reinberg Trail Paving. This work includes, but is not limited to the installation of concrete sidewalk at Camp Reinberg and other related work as specified in the plans and specifications. Bid Opening Date: 6/17/2016 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid Total Bid Enlight Corporation $145,362.00 Misfits Construction $189,972.00 . Estimated Fiscal Impact: $145,362.00 Contract Period: One hundred fifty (150) days after issuance of notice to proceed Account Name/Number: Building Account, 25-6730, 26-6730, 52-6730, 54-6730, 55-6730, 56-6730 and 09-6730 District(s): 14 Concurrence(s): The vendor has met the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Ordinance provision. The Chief Atto
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0287

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0287
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Bid Recommendation
Title: PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION Presented by: ARNOLD RANDALL, GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT Department: Resource Management Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a contract with Trees “R” Us, Inc., Wauconda, Illinois Reason: Contract #16-31-113 consists of the removal of one thousand two hundred fifty-six (1,256) trees, thirty-one (31) of which require stumping in accordance with the Preserves’ specifications in Region 4, North Branch Division. Trees “R” Us, Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder of the five (5) bidders. Bid Opening Date: 6/22/2016 Bid Results: 1. Trees “R” Us, $154,050.00 2. Clean Cut Tree Service, $188,487.00 3. Arborworks, LLC, $193,341.25 4. Groundskeeper Landscaping, $214,600.00 5. Homer Tree Service, $243,138.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: $154,050.00 Contract Period: Sixty (60) working days after issuance of purchase order Account Name/Number: 09-6756 EAB Tree Removal, 09-6750 Habitat Restoration District(s): 9, 10, 12 and 13 Concurrence(s): The Chief
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0288

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0288
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Bid Recommendation
Title: PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION Presented by: ARNOLD RANDALL, GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT Department: Resource Management Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a contract with Trees “R” Us, Inc., Wauconda, Illinois Reason: Contract #16-31-112 consists of the removal of four hundred (404) trees, three (3) of which require pruning in accordance with the Preserves’ specifications in Region 2, Northwest Division. Trees “R” Us, Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder of the five (5) bidders. Bid Opening Date: 6/24/2016 Bid Results: 1. Trees “R” Us, $47,050.00 2. Clean Cut Tree Service, $58,104.00 3. Arborworks, LLC, $60,557.50 4. Homer Tree Service, $74,646.00 5. Groundskeeper Landscaping, $79,230.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: $47,050.00 Contract Period: Thirty (30) working days after issuance of purchase order Account Name/Number: 09-6756 EAB Tree Removal, 09-6750 Habitat Restoration District(s): 15 Concurrence(s): The Chief Attorney and Chief Financial Officer have approved this i
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0298

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0298
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Bid Recommendation
Title: PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION Presented by: ARNOLD RANDALL, GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT Department: Planning and Development Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves District of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a contract with Rausch Infrastructure, LLC, Chicago, Illinois for removal of the Dempster Street Dam on the Des Plaines River in Des Plaines. Reason: Contract 16-80-05 Dempster Street Dam Removal. The work includes, but is not limited to, dam removal, soil erosion and sediment control, landscape restoration, and other related work as specified in the plans and specifications. Bid Opening Date: 6/22/2016 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid 1. Rausch Infrastructure, LLC $274,890.00 2. Industria, Inc. $331,243.00 3. Pan Oceanic Engineering Co., Inc. $476,245.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: $274,890.00 (100% IDNR) grant funded Contract Period: One hundred fifty (150) days after issuance of Notice to Proceed. Account Name/Number: Dam Modification Grant Account, 10-6750. District(s): 17 Concurrence(s): The vendor has met the Minori
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0299

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0299
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Bid Recommendation
Title: PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION Presented by: ARNOLD RANDALL, GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT Department: Planning and Development Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves District of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a contract with Matthew Paving, Inc., Oak Lawn, Illinois for various trail repairs to Poplar Creek and Busse Woods and parking lot repairs to Deer Grove West picnic grove #4 and River Trail Nature Center. Reason: Contract 16-80-28 Trail Repairs for Poplar Creek and Busse Woods and Parking Lot Repairs for Deer Grove West #4 and River Trail Nature Center. The work includes, but is not limited to, hot-mix asphalt paving, culverts, ditching and other related work as specified in the plans and specifications. Bid Opening Date: 6/22/2016 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid 1. Matthew Paving, Inc. $342,010.96* 2. Speedy Gonzalez Landscaping, Inc. $347,834.75 3. Chicagoland Paving Contractors, Inc. $349,901.17 4. Misfits Construction Company $516,523.00 5. Pan Oceanic Engineering Co., Inc. $520,393.25 * Matthew Paving, Inc.’s bid was read into
Action: approve
Result: Pass

16-0274

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:47 GMT

File #: 16-0274
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Corporate Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditure Report Period: 5/1/2016 - 5/31/2016 Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis Revenue and Expenditure Report for May 2016.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass