Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Meeting of FPD Board of Commissioners on 4/16/2024 at 10:00 AM

24-0182

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0182
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A FOREST PRESERVE NEAR SWEET WOODS AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE in part of Section 14, Township 35 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, all in Cook County, Illinois near Sweet Woods in District 5. WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois (the “District”), pursuant to the statutes in such case made and provided, has from time to time acquired by purchase, condemnation, gift, grant, devise, or otherwise, lands necessary and desirable for District purposes containing one or more natural forests or parts thereof, or lands connecting such forests or parts thereof, or lands capable of being reforested for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna, and scenic beauties within the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois, and to restore, restock, protect, and preserve the natural forests and said lands together with their flora and fauna, as nearly as may be, in their natural state and condition, for the purpose of the education, pleasure, and
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0183

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0183
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Sale or Purchase of Real Estate
Title: PROPOSED SALE OR PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE Department(s): Legal Department Other Part(ies): 1400 E Joe Orr, LLC (Owner of Record) Request: It is respectfully requested that this proposed purchase be approved. Description of Real Estate: 1413 E Joe Orr Rd (aka 1400 E Joe Orr Rd), Lynwood, Cook County, Illinois Section: N/A Parcel(s): PINs: 32-14-406-001-0000 & 32-14-405-003-0000 THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 14 (EXCEPT THE EAST 36-2/3 ACRES THEREOF) AND (EXCEPT HIGHWAY) THAT PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LYING NORTHEAST OF THE CENTER LINE OF DEER CREEK, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SAID PARCELS CONTAINING 2,022,778 SQUARE FEET, OR 46.44 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. Fiscal Impact: $1,520,000.00 purchase price plus closing costs up to $10,000.00 (up to $1,530,000.00 in total). Accounts: Real Estate and Land Acquisition Fund 51006.560010; and ARPA Fund 51032.560010 District(s): 5 Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County (t
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0184

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0184
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A FOREST PRESERVE NEAR SWEET WOODS AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE in part of Section 11, Township 35 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, all in Cook County, Illinois near Sweet Woods in District 5. WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois (the “District”), pursuant to the statutes in such case made and provided, has from time to time acquired by purchase, condemnation, gift, grant, devise, or otherwise, lands necessary and desirable for District purposes containing one or more natural forests or parts thereof, or lands connecting such forests or parts thereof, or lands capable of being reforested for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna, and scenic beauties within the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois, and to restore, restock, protect, and preserve the natural forests and said lands together with their flora and fauna, as nearly as may be, in their natural state and condition, for the purpose of the education, pleasure, and
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0185

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0185
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Sale or Purchase of Real Estate
Title: PROPOSED SALE OR PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE Department(s): Legal Department Other Part(ies): Calvary Christian Development Corporation (Owner of Record) Request: It is respectfully requested that this proposed purchase be approved. Description of Real Estate: 19101 Cottage Grove, Unincorporated, Cook County, Illinois Section: N/A Parcel(s): PIN: 32-11-300-003-0000 THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE NORTH 1150 FEET THEREOF), IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SAID PARCELS CONTAINING 1,833,440 SQUARE FEET, OR 42.09 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. Fiscal Impact: $1,680,000.00 purchase price plus closing costs up to $10,000.00 (up to $1,690,000.00 in total). Accounts: Real Estate and Land Acquisition Fund 51006.560010; and ARPA Fund 51032.560010. District(s): 5 Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) has identified a parcel of land for acquisition that would add to the Forest Preserves’ current holdings near Sweet Woods (the “Property”). The Property, commonly k
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0121

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:18:05 GMT

File #: 24-0121
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO LOCAL AGENCY AGREEMENT WITH THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (“IDOT”) FOR DES PLAINES RIVER TRAIL RECONSTRUCTION AND TO PAY LOCAL SHARE OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) has sought and been awarded funds from the Transportation Alternative Program (“TAP-L Grant”), a federally funded program administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation (“IDOT”), for reconstruction of a 1.0-mile section of the Des Plaines River Trail between Lawrence Avenue and Irving Park Road also known as Segment 4 (hereafter “the Project”); and WHEREAS, IDOT requires a resolution to reaffirm the Forest Preserves funding commitment for Phase III Engineering (construction management) and Construction costs associated with the Project as per the Local Agency Agreement; and WHEREAS, the Local Agency Agreement also provides for the division of Phase III Engineering and Construction costs for the Project and payment of 20% of the construction cost by the Forest Preserves as the Local Agency
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0136

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0136
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Planning and Development Vendor: Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd., Rosemont, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Phase III engineering services for construction oversight relating to construction of approximately 1.0 mile of the Des Plaines River Trail from Lawrence Avenue to Irving Park Road. Contract Value: $321,800.00 Contract Period: 6/1/2024 - 12/31/2026 Estimated Fiscal Impact: Not to exceed $321,800.00 (FY 2024 $64,360.00, FY 2025 $247,440.00, FY 2026 $10,000.00). Approximately 80% to be reimbursed by TAP-L grant. Accounts: Professional Services 51009.520830, 51010.520830, 51029.520830, 51033.520830, 51034.520830; and future Construction and Development accounts Contract Number(s): #74000013937 issued in response to RFQ #19-80-67G-24E2 (Solicitation #2380-010140) Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract is subject to legal review and approval. The Vendor has me
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0175

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0175
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Facilities and Fleet Vendor: Altec Industries, Inc., Birmingham, Alabama Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Purchase of eight (8) Altec Utility Trucks - (2) Aerial Lift Trucks and (6) Chip-Dump Vehicles, based on Sourcewell contract #110421-ALT, expiring 12/27/2025. Contract Value: $1,266,714.00 Contract Period: One-time purchase Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $1,266,714.00 Accounts: Vehicle Purchase 51033.560266, 51034.560266, 51028.560266, and Grant and Mitigation 51010.560266 Contract Number(s): #74000014053 Concurrences: The Vehicle Steering Committee has approved the purchase of referenced vehicles. The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. Piggyback contract based on the Sourcewell Contract #110421-ALT with no MWBE participation goals. District(s): Districtwide Summary: The Department of Facilities and Fleet is requesting the purchase of eight (8) Altec utility trucks. Thi
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0176

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0176
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Facilities and Fleet Vendor: Global Rental Co., Inc., Birmingham, Alabama Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Purchase of three (3) Altec Aerial Lift Trucks based on Sourcewell contract #062320-ALT, expiring 8/27/2024. Contract Value: $555,165.00 Contract Period: One-time purchase Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $555,165.00 Accounts: Vehicle Purchase 29275.560266; and Clean Air and Clean Water 29802.560266 Contract Number(s): #74000014051 Concurrences: The Vehicle Steering Committee has approved the purchase of referenced vehicles. The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. Piggyback contract based on the Sourcewell Contract #062320-ALT with no MWBE goals. District(s): Districtwide Summary: The Department of Facilities and Fleet is requesting the purchase of three (3) Altec Aerial Lift Trucks from Global Rental Co., Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Altec Industries, Inc., whi
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0186

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0186
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Facilities and Fleet Vendor: Blossman Services, Inc., Ocean Springs, Mississippi Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Propane Autogas and Gasoline Systems, Training, and Parts for Repair Contract Value: $250,000.00 Contract Period: Thirty-six (36) months Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024, $150,000.00, FY 2025, $50,000.00, FY 2026, $50,000.00 Accounts: CCF Corporate, Equipment Supplies and Maintenance Service 51033.540275 Contract Number(s): #74000014052 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract is subject to legal review and approval. Sole Source Contract with no MWBE participation goals. District(s): Districtwide Summary: The Forest Preserves’ Facilities and Fleet Department is requesting to purchase Propane Autogas and Gasoline systems (i.e., propane conversion systems), training, and parts for repair. Fleet vehicles will be modified from gasoline to these propane systems to
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0088

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0088
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Planning and Development Vendor: Pan-Oceanic Engineering Company, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to increase and extend contract Good(s) or Service(s): Paving construction services Original Contract Period: 9/8/2022 - 9/5/2023; Administrative Extension 9/5/2023 - 6/5/2024 Proposed Contract Period Extension: 6/6/2024 - 6/30/2024 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $2,606,851.34 Original Approval: 7/26/2022, $2,606,851.34 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: $220,000.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $220,000.00 Accounts: Land Improvements 51009.560019, 51029.560019, 51033.560019 and 51034.560019 Contract Number(s): #74000010824 issued under Project #19-80-67G-22C4 South Area Pavement Improvements Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final amendment is subject to legal review and approval. The Vendor has met the Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Ordinance via direct
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0172

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0172
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Previously Approved Item Amendment
Title: PROPOSED PREVIOUSLY APPROVED ITEM AMENDMENT Department: Office of the General Superintendent Request: Changing the location of the May 14, 2024 Board meeting to the Cook County Building, 118 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois Item Number: 23-0486 as amended via errata Fiscal Impact: N/A Account(s): N/A District(s): N/A Original Text of Item: 2024 BOARD AGENDA MEETING ANNUAL CALENDAR DATES AND LOCATIONS WHEREAS, in accordance with Title 1, Chapter 5, Section 4-1(a) of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners shall hold regular meetings pursuant to an annual calendar adopted by resolution of the Board; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 2.03 of the Illinois Open Meetings Act, every public body shall give public notice of the schedule of regular meetings at the beginning of each calendar or fiscal year and shall state the regular dates, times and places of such meetings; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by President Toni Preckwinkle and the Forest Preserve District
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0169

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:37:56 GMT

File #: 24-0169
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Miscellaneous Item of Business
Title: PROPOSED MISCELLANEOUS ITEM OF BUSINESS Department: Department of Resource Management Summary: Pursuant to Section 9 of the Cook County Forest Preserve District Act (70 ILCS 810/9), the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) requests to register an addition to Busse Forest Nature Preserve as provided in the Illinois Natural Areas Preservation Act, 525 ILCS 30/1 et seq., and requests authority to submit this additional property for dedication and registration with the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission (“INPC”). This dedication would contribute to one of the key goals set forward in the Forest Preserves’ Next Century Conservation Plan to dedicate and register 20,000 acres with the INPC. Dedication of a site as a nature preserve provides the highest level of protection for land in Illinois and is granted only to natural areas of important ecological or cultural significance. The proposed addition would expand the boundaries of the existing 446-acre Busse Forest Nature Preserve by 508 acres, plus 263 acres of adjacent buffer. Busse Forest Nature Preserve
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0181

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0181
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Office of the County Auditor Request: Refer to Audit Committee Report Title: OCA - FY24 1st Quarter Open Recommendations Report Period: March 2024 Summary: This report was designed to communicate the status of Open Recommendations regarding the Forest Preserves District of Cook County
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0187

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0187
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Finance and Administration Request: Refer to Contract Compliance Committee Report Title: Forest Preserves of Cook County Annual Business Diversity Report FY 2023 Report Period: 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023 Summary: In July 2012, state legislation authorized the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to establish provisions to address the underuse of minority and women-owned businesses with respect to procurement contracts. An ordinance establishing the program’s parameters and guidelines was passed in 2012 and amended in subsequent years by the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners. To remedy historic inequity and to facilitate greater inclusion, the Forest Preserves established aspirational contract goals for the participation of minority and women-owned businesses as set forth under the Forest Preserves of Cook County Code of Ordinances. The Minority and Women-Owned Businesses program accomplishments in FY 2023 include 42% of awarded contracts; and 52% of contract payments were made to minor
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0064

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0064
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Procurement and Disbursement Report Report Period: 2/1/2024 - 2/29/2024 Summary: Submitting the Procurement and Disbursement Report for the period of February 2024. The 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

24-0179

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0179
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Departments of Legal and Finance Request: Receive and File Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Report - February 2024 Report Period: 2/1/2024 - 2/29/2024 Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County Departments of Legal and Finance are submitting Workers’ Compensation Claim Payments for the month of February 2024. Payments total $114,629.22 for February 2024.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0180

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 16:57:43 GMT

File #: 24-0180
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award Report Period: Fiscal Year 2022 Summary: The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting and represents a significant accomplishment by a local government. The award is given by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) upon its review of the Forest Preserves’ Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for FY 2022. The GFOA has awarded the Forest Preserves of Cook County the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for sixteen (16) consecutive years. In order to be awarded the certificate, a government must publish an easily readable and efficiently organized ACFR. The report must satisfy both accounting principles generally accepted in the United States and applicable legal requirements.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0173

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0173
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Calendar of Events
Title: PROPOSED CALENDAR OF EVENTS Department: Department of Conservation and Experiential Programming Summary: Forest Preserves of Cook County Calendar of Events and Activities 4/16/2024 - 5/13/2024 Please check the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s website for updates and changes. Wednesday, 4/17; 6pm International Bat Appreciation Folktale and Walk, Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs Join us for a folktale recited by a librarian from the LaGrange Park Library as we walk and discuss the importance of these misunderstood flying mammals. Registration required. Please call (708)839-6897. Thursday, 4/18; 9:30am - 11:30am Family Bird Walk, Erickson Woods, Winnetka Start with a DIY binoculars craft then try it out while on a guided bird walk. Registration required. Please call (773)758-8899. Thursday, 4/18; 5pm - 7pm Creative Sustainability Workshop, Possum Hollow Woods, Westchester Make chemical-free cleaning supplies, lavender pouches, and native seed bombs. Ages 10 and up. For more information, please call (312)533-5751
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0203

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0203
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Journal of Proceedings
Title: JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS SECRETARY TO THE BOARD, Lynne M. Turner, presented in printed form a record of the Journal of Proceedings of the regular meeting held on 02/27/2024.
Action:
Result:

24-0204

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0204
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Journal of Proceedings
Title: JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS SECRETARY TO THE BOARD, Lynne M. Turner, presented in printed form a record of the Journal of Proceedings of the regular meeting held on 03/12/2024.
Action:
Result:

24-0155

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0155
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Bid Recommendation
Title: PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION Department: Department of Planning and Development Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into a construction contract with Fabex Technologies, LLC, primary place of business Chicago, Illinois, for window replacements, building envelope improvements, and restroom renovations at Forest Preserves General Headquarters. Reason: Contract #74000013938 issued under project #23-80-13, Solicitation #24-80-100224 Window Replacements, Building Envelope Improvements, and Restroom Renovations at Forest Preserves General Headquarters. The work includes, but is not limited to, window replacements, building envelope improvements, restroom renovations, and other related work as specified in the plans and specifications, and would be funded in large part by American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”) sub-award grant funds from Cook County. Bid Opening Date: 2/21/2024 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid Alternate* Total 1. Fabex Technologies, LLC, $2,05
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0177

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0177
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation)
Title: RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION) Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation - 4/16/2024 The Finance Subcommittee on Litigation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval: Proposed Settlements Approved Fiscal Year 2024 to Present: $0.00 Proposed Settlements to Be Approved: $0.00 Legal Fees Approved Fiscal Year 2024 to Present: $197,498.06 Legal Fees for 4/16/2024 to Be Approved: $25,255.90
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0178

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0178
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Recommendation of the Finance Subcomittee (Workers' Compensation)
Title: RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (WORKERS’ COMPENSATION) Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Workers’ Compensation - 4/16/2024 The Finance Subcommittee on Workers’ Compensation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval: Workers’ Compensation Claims approved Fiscal Year 2024 to present: $205,033.23 Workers’ Compensation Claims to Be Approved: $104,197.66 Workers’ Compensation Lien Recovery approved Fiscal Year 2024 to present: $12,500.00 Workers’ Compensation Lien Recovery to be Approved: $0.00
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0161

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0161
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Facilities and Fleet Request: Refer to Finance Committee Report Title: Annual Energy Expense Report Report Period: 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023 Summary: On 1/26/2021, the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners authorized the Forest Preserves of Cook County to enter into agreements recommended by Ameresco, Inc. (Board Item No. 21-0125). Previously, on 10/20/2020, the Board of Commissioners had approved a contract with Ameresco, Inc. to provide, in part, procurement of electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy (Board Item No. 20-0363). On 11/14/2023, the Board of Commissioners approved an extension of the contract with Ameresco, Inc. until 9/30/2025 (Board Item No. 23-0452). As required by Board Item No. 21-0125, this report provides a monthly breakdown of related energy payments made during fiscal year 2023.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0078

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0078
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Corporate Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures Report Period: 1/1/2024 - 2/29/2024 Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures for February 2024.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0209

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:29 GMT

File #: 24-0209
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION RESOLUTION DECLARING A CLIMATE EMERGENCY AND MOBILIZATION TO LIMIT THE PROCUREMENT OF SINGLE USE PLASTICS WHEREAS, on July 6, 2023, the world reached the highest recorded average temperature ever. Re: World Meteorological Organization (July 26, 2023). The month of July 2023 was the hottest month on record globally (NASA, August 2023); and WHEREAS, 2023 was the warmest year on record since global temperature records began in 1850, and 2023 marked the 47th consecutive year (since 1977) that global land and ocean temperatures have been above the 20th century average; and WHEREAS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) data, which tends to be more conservative, warns that the year 2024 has a 99% chance it will rank among the top five warmest years in human history; and WHEREAS, humankind is experiencing death and destruction caused by global warming demonstrated by extreme weather patterns, mass extinction, wildfires, increasing air pollution, rising sea levels, floods, droughts, coastline erosion, rapidly diminishing Artic Sea ice, de
Action: approve
Result: Pass