Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Meeting of FPD Board of Commissioners on 3/15/2022 at 10:00 AM

22-0133

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0133
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Intergovernmental Agreement
Title: PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT Department: Department of Planning and Development Other Part(ies): Streamwood Park District, Streamwood, Illinois Request: Authority for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (“IGA”) with the Streamwood Park District (the “Park District”). Goods or Services: The Streamwood Park District is requesting an IGA to improve and maintain 891 feet of existing unpaved access road that extends north of Schaumburg Road to a former watchman residence in the Arthur L. Janura Preserve to allow for joint access to Forest Preserves land and adjacent Park District land where the Park District is proposing community garden facilities. Proposed improvements on Forest Preserves land include new gravel on the roadway and approved pull-off areas, new speed limit signs, new access gates and demolition of a former watchman residence. The Park District is seeking a license for 0.31 acres or 13,365 square feet (891 linear feet times the requested 15-foot license width). Agreement Number
Action: refer
Result: Pass

22-0169

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0169
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Agreement
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Facilities and Fleet Vendor: The Public Group, LLC, Provo, Utah Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Online Auction Services Contract Value: N/A Contract Period: 3/15/2022 - 8/7/2022, with four (4) one-year optional renewals to be exercised at the discretion of the General Superintendent if the underlying comparable government procurement is extended as well. Estimated Fiscal Impact: N/A. Revenue Generating (Estimated $40,000.00) Accounts: N/A Contract Number(s): N/A Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final agreement is subject to legal review and approval. District(s): Districtwide Summary: The Public Group, LLC provides a public web-based, online auction system. The Public Group, LLC will be responsible for advertising the sale of various decommissioned vehicles and surplus items for the Forest Preserves. The decommissioning of vehicles is subject to approval of the Vehicle St
Action: approve
Result: Pass

22-0168

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0168
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Department of Conservation and Experiential Programming Action: Authorization to disburse payment Payee: Swim Chicago Southland, Bridgeview, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Management and operations associated with the three (3) Aquatic Centers Fiscal Impact: Not to exceed $799,369.00 in the 2022 fiscal year. Accounts: Professional Services 51001.520840 Contract Number(s): 16-35-01 District(s): 4, 9, 10, 16 Summary: Payment of expenses for managing the three (3) Aquatic Centers for the swim season, which is Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, unless extended due to weather conditions. Payments will be based upon working capital needs, invoices, and backup documentation submitted by Swim Chicago Southland for the management and operations including staffing, supplies and concession items for the Aquatic Centers, pursuant to the Aquatic Center Management Contract approved by the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners on 3/22/2016 (Board Item No. 16-0129) and renewed for the 2022 season at
Action: approve
Result: Pass

22-0176

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0176
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Department of Planning and Development Action: Authorization to disburse payment Payee: Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LTD., Rosemont, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Professional Services for Transportation Improvements Fiscal Impact: $157,531.57 Accounts: Professional Services 51029.520830 and 51009.520830 Contract Number(s): #74000007780 and #74000009864 issued under Project #19-80-67G District(s): Districtwide Summary: Professional engineering services for certain transportation-related capital projects funded primarily by the transfer of up to $25 million in motor fuel tax (MFT) funds through an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Cook County Department of Transportation & Highways (“CCDOTH”). The consultant scope includes design and construction management for improvements to access roads with parking areas, rehabilitation of trails, related ADA improvements, stormwater drainage and pedestrian safety improvements. This payment is for work under a professional service contract approved by
Action: approve
Result: Pass

22-0181

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0181
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Affiliate: Forest Preserve Foundation Request: Receive and File Report Title: Forest Preserve Foundation 2021 Annual Report Report Period: January 2021 - December 2021 Summary: The mission of the Forest Preserve Foundation (the “Foundation”) is to engage in protecting and restoring the treasured natural habitats of the Forest Preserves of Cook County and to enhance the outdoor experiences of all communities. It does this by encouraging and administering private gifts to further the Forest Preserves of Cook County mission and goals. Over its lifetime, the Foundation has made grants totaling $2.8 million toward its primary goal: increasing access for all to the Forest Preserves of Cook County.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

22-0175

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0175
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: 1/1/2021 - 12/31/2021 Summary: On 1/26/2021, the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners authorized the Forest Preserves to enter into agreements for energy providers 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). As required by Board Item No. 21-0125, this report provides a monthly breakdown of related energy payments made during fiscal year 2021.
Action: refer
Result: Pass

22-0170

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0170
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Forest Preserves of Cook County Law Enforcement Request: Refer to Law Enforcement Committee Report Title: Model Policing Report Period: March 2022 Summary: Report on the status to achieve the goal of a Model Forest Preserves Police Department
Action: refer
Result: Pass

22-0174

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0174
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Office of the General Superintendent Request: Receive and File Report Title: Resident Watchman Annual Report Report Period: 1/1/2021 - 12/31/2021 Summary: This report is required per Section 1-9-3 (Fees and Occupancy of District Lands) of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances. The report provides names, job titles, and salaries of employees who occupied property within the Resident Watchman Program for fiscal year 2021 and includes other program related information.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

22-0171

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0171
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Departments of Legal and Finance Request: Receive and File Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Report - January 2022 Report Period: 1/1/2022 - 1/31/2022 Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County Departments of Legal and Finance are submitting Workers’ Compensation Claim Payments for the month of January 2022. Payments total $129,656.05 for January 2022.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

22-0178

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0178
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: 1/1/2022 - 1/31/2022 Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures for January 2022.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

22-0179

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0179
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Procurement and Disbursements Report Report Period: 1/1/2022 - 1/31/2022 Summary: Submitting the Procurement and Disbursements Report for the period of January 2022. 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

22-0172

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0172
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation)
Title: RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION) Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation -2/8/2022 The Finance Subcommittee on Litigation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval: Proposed Settlements Approved Fiscal Year 2022 to Present: $0.00 Proposed Settlements to Be Approved: $207,000.00 Legal Fees Approved Fiscal Year 2022 to Present: $119,217.37 Legal Fees for 2/8/2022 to Be Approved: $42,854.59
Action: approve
Result: Pass

22-0185

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0185
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 02/08/2022.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

22-0173

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0173
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- 3/15/2022 - 4/5/2022 Please check the Forest Preserve of Cook County’s website, www.fpdcc.com/events, for updates and changes. Wednesday, 3/16; 11am - 2pm Celebrate Spring Fest, Cummings Square, River Forest Build and play with natural materials: make a decorative terrarium, paint a bird house, and participate in other activities. Thursday, 3/17; 7pm - 9pm Salamander Night Walk, Little Red Schoolhouse, Willow Springs Join a naturalist to discuss habitats of salamanders and search for these amazing amphibians, which are making a remarkable seasonal migration. Ages 10 and up. Registration required. Friday, 3/18; 7:30pm Moon Walk, Little Red Schoolhouse, Willow Springs Let the full moon be our guide as we walk the 1-mile White Oak trail. Bring binoculars, limited pairs to lend.? Registration required. Friday, 3/18; 6:30pm Woodcock Walk, Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington After a short introduction to the American woodcock, ta
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

22-0126

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0126
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT Title 6 - Business, License and Permit Provisions BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, Title 6 - Business, License and Permit Provisions, Chapter 2 - Hawkers and Peddlers, of the Forest Preserve District Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as follows: TITLE 6 - BUSINESS, LICENSE AND PERMIT PROVISIONS CHAPTER 2 - HAWKERS AND PEDDLERS CONCESSIONS PERMITS AND CONTRACTS 6-2-1: - PERMIT REQUIRED CONCESSIONS PERMIT OR CONTRACT REQUIRED Outside of authorized District personnel in the performance of their job duties, no Person shall upon or in connection with any District Property: collect fees, admission or cover charges, or display or offer for sale any articles, items or things, or conduct or solicit any business, trade, occupation or profession without obtaining a valid vendor permit Concessions Permit or Contract from the General Superintendent or their designee, or the Board (if applicable), and then only in accordance with the terms and conditions thereof, it being the intention of the District to
Action: discharge from committee
Result: Pass

22-0126

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:56 GMT

22-0019

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0019
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE Ordinance for the Levy of Taxes for the Year 2022 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County: Section 1. That this Ordinance is and the same is hereby termed the “Ordinance for the Levy of Taxes for the Year 2022.” Section 2. That the Committee on Finance of the Board of Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois has considered the subject of the Annual Tax Levy for the year 2022 and the several sums necessary to be levied to meet the needs and requirements of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County for said year and has recommended that this ordinance for the levy of taxes be adopted. Section 3. That the Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, heretofore having approved and adopted the Annual Appropriation Ordinance for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County for the year commencing January 1, 2022 at its meeting held November 18, 2021, which ordinance was published by authority of said Board as provided by law and which portion of said Appropriation O
Action: discharge from committee
Result: Pass

22-0019

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:55 GMT

22-0019

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:56 GMT

22-0163

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0163
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT ETHICS ORDINANCE BE IT ORDAINED, by the Cook County Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners, that TITLE 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE, CHAPTER 13 - CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT, is repealed in its entirety and the following Code is substituted in its place CHAPTER 13 CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT 1-13-1: DEFINITIONS. 1-13-2: CODE OF CONDUCT. 1-13-3: FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE. 1-13-4: BOARD OF ETHICS - REPEALED. 1-13-5: SANCTIONS FOR VIOLATION. 1-13-6: MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS - REPEALED. Effective date: This ordinance shall become effective upon becoming law. Click for full text:
Action: approve as substituted and amended
Result: Pass

22-0128

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0128
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION PROPOSED COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT, SALARY SCHEDULE, WAGE ADJUSTMENTS AND HEALTHCARE PLAN RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (5 ILCS 315/1 et seq.) has established regulations regarding collective bargaining with a union; and WHEREAS, the collective bargaining agreement for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2024, has been negotiated between the Forest Preserves of Cook County (“the Forest Preserves”) and the Sheet Metal Workers International Association, Local No. 73 (“Sheet Metal Workers Union”); and WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves is obligated to pay the prevailing rate for these categories of employees pursuant to the state statute, 820 ILCS 130 et seq, and the collective bargaining agreement between the Forest Preserves and the Sheet Metal Workers Union; and WHEREAS, salary adjustments and prevailing wage increases are reflected in the collective bargaining agreement negotiated between the Forest Preserves and Sheet Metal Workers Union; and WHEREAS, the union representing the category of employe
Action: refer
Result: Pass

22-0129

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:55 GMT

File #: 22-0129
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION PROPOSED COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT, SALARY SCHEDULE, WAGE ADJUSTMENTS AND HEALTHCARE PLAN RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (5 ILCS 315/1 et seq.) has established regulations regarding collective bargaining with a union; and WHEREAS, the collective bargaining agreement for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2024, has been negotiated between the Forest Preserves of Cook County (“the Forest Preserves”) and the Chicago Journeymen Plumbers Local Union 130, U.A. (“Plumbers Union”); and WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves is obligated to pay the prevailing rate for these categories of employees pursuant to the state statute, 820 ILCS 130 et seq, and the collective bargaining agreement between the Forest Preserves and the Plumbers Union; and WHEREAS, salary adjustments and prevailing wage increases are reflected in the collective bargaining agreement negotiated between the Forest Preserves and Plumbers Union; and WHEREAS, the union representing the category of employees has properly certified that the below
Action: refer
Result: Pass

22-0130

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:55 GMT

File #: 22-0130
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION PROPOSED COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT, SALARY SCHEDULE, WAGE ADJUSTMENTS AND HEALTHCARE PLAN RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (5 ILCS 315/1 et seq.) has established regulations regarding collective bargaining with a union; and WHEREAS, the collective bargaining agreement for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2024, has been negotiated between the Forest Preserves of Cook County (“the Forest Preserves”) and the International Brotherhood of Painters and Allied Trades, District Council #14 (“the Painters and Allied Trades Union”); and WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves is obligated to pay the prevailing rate for these categories of employees pursuant to the state statute, 820 ILCS 130 et seq, and the collective bargaining agreement between the Forest Preserves and the Painters and Allied Trades Union; and WHEREAS, salary adjustments and prevailing wage increases are reflected in the collective bargaining agreement negotiated between the Forest Preserves and the Painters and Allied Trades Union; and WHE
Action: refer
Result: Pass

22-0131

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:47:54 GMT

File #: 22-0131
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION PROPOSED COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT, SALARY SCHEDULE, WAGE ADJUSTMENTS AND HEALTHCARE PLAN RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (5 ILCS 315/1 et seq.) has established regulations regarding collective bargaining with a union; and WHEREAS, the collective bargaining agreement for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2024, has been negotiated between the Forest Preserves of Cook County (“the Forest Preserves”) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 134 (“IBEW”); and WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves is obligated to pay the prevailing rate for these categories of employees pursuant to the state statute, 820 ILCS 130 et seq, and the collective bargaining agreement between the Forest Preserves and IBEW; and WHEREAS, salary adjustments and prevailing wage increases are reflected in the collective bargaining agreement negotiated between the Forest Preserves and IBEW; and WHEREAS, the union representing the category of employees has properly certified that the below listed rates are the prevai
Action: refer
Result: Pass