Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Meeting of FPD Board of Commissioners on 3/10/2015 at 10:00 AM

15-0220

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0220
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE Ordinance for the Levy of Taxes for the Year 2015 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 2015.” 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 2015 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, 2015 at its meeting held November 19, 2014, which ordinance was published by authority of said Board as provided by law and which portion of said Approp
Action: waive the rules
Result: Pass

15-0220

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

15-0220

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

15-0233

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0233
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AN AMENDMENT TO THE RULES OF ORGANIZATION AND PROCEDURE BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 1: - General Ordinances, Chapter 5: - Forest Preserve District President and Board of Commissioners Rules of Organization and Procedure, Section 1-5-2: - Organization., Subsection 2-13. of the Cook County Code is hereby amended as follows: … 2-13. Approval of Journal of Proceedings. Effective January 1, 2011, in accordance with Public Act 96-1473, the Journal of Proceedings shall be approved within the time allowed by the law. To achieve this requirement of the law, the following procedures shall be followed: (1) Commissioners shall file a statement of their "nay" and "present" votes with the Secretary within twenty-four (24) hours of the end of a Meeting. For items approved pursuant to a voice vote, a member may record a vote of “present” or “no” for a particular resolution by filing a notice with the Secretary to be included in the Journal of Proceedings within twenty-four (24) hours of the
Action: refer
Result: Pass

15-0228

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0228
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Miami Woods Volunteer Stewards Request: Receive and File Report Title: Miami Woods & Prairie 2014 Update Report Period: 1/1/2014 - 12/31/2014 Summary: Provides a summary of the ecological restoration activities in Miami Woods during 2014 including a review of the ecological health of the Woods (native plant communities, impact of deer, invasive species, etc.) and volunteer activities (number of volunteers, hours, activities, etc.).
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

15-0189

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0189
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Planning and Development Vendor: Century Contractors Inc., Bedford Park, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to extend contract Good(s) or Service(s): Construction services for various trail improvements at 13 locations Districtwide (see maps in backup materials) Original Contract Period: 4/4/2014 - 11/4/2014 Proposed Contract Period Extension: Twelve (12) Month Extension beginning 11/5/2014 retroactively through 11/4/2015 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $536,595.00 Original Approval: 14-0138, 3/11/2014, $536,595.00 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: N/A Estimated Fiscal Impact: None Accounts: Recreation (Landscape Improvements) Accounts 25-6760, 51-6760, 52-6760, 54-6760 and 55-6760 Contract Number(s): 13-80-02-12C1 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. The Vendor has met the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Ordinance Provisions. Summary: A contract e
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0192

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0192
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Planning and Development Vendor: CXT, Inc. an L.B. Foster Company, Spokane, Washington Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to extend contract Good(s) or Service(s): Purchase of four (4) prefabricated toilet buildings Original Contract Period: 1/29/2014 - 1/28/2015 Proposed Contract Period Extension: Three (3) Month Extension 3/30/2015-6/30/2015 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $222,568.00 Original Approval: Item #14, 10/1/2013, $222,568.00 Previous Increase(s): N/A Previous Extension: Sixty (60) days 1/29/2015 - 3/29/2015 This Increase Requested: N/A Estimated Fiscal Impact: None Accounts: Building Accounts 51-6710 and 52-6710 Contract Number(s): 13-80-46B Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. Summary: A contract extension is required because the corresponding site work necessary to be completed for the installation of these units has been delayed. Contract 13-80-
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0200

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0200
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Planning and Development Vendor: Old Veteran Construction Inc., Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to increase and extend a previously executed construction contract Good(s) or Service(s): Camp Reinberg Development Construction Original Contract Period: 7/17/2014 - 4/13/2015 Proposed Contract Period Extension: Four (4) Month Extension from 4/14/2015 - 8/13/2015 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $3,920,843.76 Original Approval: 5/20/2014, $3,920,843.76 Previous Increase(s): none This Increase Requested: $437,275.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2015 $437,275.00 Accounts: Camp Accounts 25-6730, 51-6730, 52-6730, 54-6730, 55-6730 and 26-6730. Contract Number(s): Contract #13-80-03-004-C Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. The Vendor has met the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Ordinance Provisions. Summary: The Preserves is currently seeking approval of a $43
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0203

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0203
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Planning and Development Vendor: Chicago Commercial Construction, Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to extend contract Good(s) or Service(s): Eggers Grove site improvements Original Contract Period: 8/20/2014 - 11/2/2014 Proposed Contract Period Extension: Nine (9) Month Extension From 11/3/2014 retroactively through 8/2/2015 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $634,966.90 Original Approval: 14-0360, 7/22/2014, $634,966.90 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: N/A Estimated Fiscal Impact: None Accounts: Recreation (Landscape Improvements) Accounts 25-6760, 51-6760, 52-6760, 54-6760 and 55-6760 Contract Number(s): 13-80-02-04C1-Rebid Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. The Vendor has met the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Ordinance Provisions. Summary: A contract extension is required due to delay in delivery of boardwalk material and cold weat
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0205

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0205
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Planning and Development Vendor: Clauss Brothers, Inc., Streamwood, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to extend contract Good(s) or Service(s): Little Red Schoolhouse Outdoor Interpretation and Landscaping Original Contract Period: 2/7/2014 - 10/5/2014 Proposed Contract Period Extension: Seven (7) Month Extension From 10/6/2014 - 5/5/2015 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $317,988.14 Original Approval: 14-0013, 1/14/2014, $317,988.14 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: N/A Estimated Fiscal Impact: None Accounts: Recreation (Landscape Improvements) Accounts 25-6760, 60-6760, 51-6760, 52-6760 and Capital Improvement Account 09-6750 Contract Number(s): 13-80-02-05C1 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. The Vendor has met the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Ordinance Provisions. Summary: A contract extension is required to allow additional time to rev
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0206

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0206
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Previously Approved Item Amendment
Title: PROPOSED PREVIOUSLY APPROVED ITEM AMENDMENT Department: Facilities & Fleet Request: Reconsider a previously approved item and approve as amended Item Number: 14-0489 Fiscal Impact: N/A Account(s): Other Professional Services, 01-6217; Camp Accounts 25-6730, 52-6730, 54-6730 & 55-6730; Building Accounts 25-6710, 51-6710, 52-6710, 54-6710 & 55-6710; and Recreation Landscape Accounts 25-6760, 54-6760 & 55-6760. Summary: Board approval is requested to add capital improvement accounts to a previously approved board item that would allow for the use of these capital funds for these security equipment purchases at the campgrounds. Item 14-0489, a contract with Broadway Electric for security monitoring and installation services was approved by the Board of Commissioners on 10/7/2014. Staff is seeking to purchase security equipment for new campgrounds and other new public buildings and recreation sites from this vendor through this previously approved contract. No change in the contract amount or term is needed. The previously approved item with the rec
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0208

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0208
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Grant Award
Title: PROPOSED GRANT AWARD Department: Resource Management Grantee: Forest Preserve District of Cook County Grantor: Illinois Department of Natural Resources - Coastal Management Program Request: Authorization to accept grant Purpose: The purpose of this grant is to fund the development of a Conservation Action Plan for Critical Wetlands in the Millennium Reserve with the goal of improving habitat for threatened breeding birds and improving the overall quality of the Calumet Wetland System. Grant Amount: $153,824.00 Grant Period: 3/10/2015 - 12/1/2016 Fiscal Impact: $163,337.00 Accounts: Grant Match and Working Fund, 09-6758 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. Summary: This grant will enable the Forest Preserves to conduct an assessment of Calumet wetland habitats and create a plan that identifies opportunities for restoration and how to best conserve and improve habitat for wetland-dependent birds and other species. The total cost of the project, which addresses a top priority for So
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0202

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0202
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 13500 S. Harlem Ave., LLC, Grantee, to locate, operate and maintain an existing steel and wood retaining wall, pavement, light poles and appurtenances. The existing wall and improvements were inadvertently installed at an angle to the property line approximately 15 years ago, resulting in much of the wall encroaching on FPCC property. The 15.5 foot high wall supports FPCC land behind it; removal would leave an unstable slope subject to erosion and collapse, and the land containing mature oak trees unsupported. No additional land other than what is occupied by the encroachment is requested. In addition to the Licensing Fees, the applicant will contribute $20,000.00 toward restoration activities in the FPCC. Term: 10 Years License Fee: $3,500.00 (minimum license fee) License Application Fee: $1,000.00 YELAR Fee: $3,500.00 Total one-time upfront fee of $8,000.00 for the term of the License (Sec. 5-2A-4 an
Action: refer
Result: Pass

15-0151

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0151
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Resource Management Request: Receive and File Report Title: Natural and Cultural Resources Master Plan Report Period: N/A Summary: In October of 2013 the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) partnered with the University of Illinois’s Prairie Research Institute (“PRI”) for the purpose of developing a Natural and Cultural Resources Master Plan (the “Plan”) as part of the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Forest Preserves. The Plan was designed to establish a logical framework to identify and prioritize management of the Forest Preserves’ natural and cultural resources. The Plan will help guide the allocation of resources and inform strategies to accomplish the ambitious goals set forth in the Next Century Conservation Plan, including the goal to restore 30,000 acres within 25 years. Moreover, the Plan provides targeted insight into the development of the rhetorical narrative needed to communicate the aforementioned goals to the people of Cook County and beyond.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

15-0209

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0209
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Procurements and Disbursements Report Report Period: 1/1/2015 - 1/31/2015 Summary: Submitting the Procurements and Disbursements Report for the period of January 2015. 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

15-0211

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0211
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Facilities and Fleet Request: Receive and File Report Title: Resident Watchman Report Report Period: 1/1/2014 - 12/31/2014 Summary: Resident Watchman Detailed Report
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

15-0223

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0223
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Submitting Report for the Contract Compliance Committee Report Title: Forest Preserve of Cook County MBE/WBE Expenditures Report Report Period: 1/1/2014 - 12/31/2014 Summary: Submitting report for referral to the Contract Compliance Committee
Action: refer
Result: Pass

15-0224

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0224
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Submitting Report for the Contract Compliance Committee Report Title: Chicago Zoological Society MBE/WBE Expenditures Report Report Period: 1/1/2014 - 12/31/2014 Summary: Submitting report for referral to the Contract Compliance Committee
Action: refer
Result: Pass

15-0226

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0226
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Submitting Report for the Contract Compliance Committee Report Title: Chicago Botanic Garden MBE/WBE Expenditure Report Report Period: 1/1/2014 - 12/31/2014 Summary: Submitting report for referral to the Contract Compliance Committee
Action: refer
Result: Pass

15-0207

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0207
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: 3/11/2015 - 4/14/2015 Saturday, 3/14 - Sunday, 3/15; 10 am - 4 pm Illinois Orchid Society Spring Show and Sale, Regenstein Center, Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe Join the Illinois Orchid society at its spring show and sale, in which individual orchids in 128 classes will vie for ribbons. Free. Saturday, 3/14; 1 pm Natural Numbers, Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington Hills Celebrate Pi Day with a look at how mathematics and the natural world are intertwined. Thursday, 3/19; 11 am - 2 pm Third Thursdays: A Taste of Maple Syrup Fest, Cummings Square, River Forest Join us to celebrate the start of spring! Learn how real maple syrup is made, and enjoy lunch from food trucks with maple syrup-focused menus. All ages. Saturday, 3/21 - Sunday, March 22; 11 am - 4 pm Malott Japanese Garden Spring Weekend; Regenstein Center, Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe Celebrate spring by writing a seasonal haiku and making a cherry bl
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

15-0235

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0235
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 2/11/2015.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0232

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0232
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation)
Title: RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION) Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation -2/11/2015 The Finance Subcommittee on Litigation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval: Proposed Settlements Approved Fiscal Year 2015 to Present: $24,846.44 Proposed Settlements to Be Approved: $0.00 Legal Fees Approved Fiscal Year 2015 to Present: $136,041.21 Legal Fees for 2/11/2015 to Be Approved: $104,396.05
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0187

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0187
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Resource Management Action: Request to disburse payment for Invoice #005-000 Payee: University of Illinois, Champaign, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Developing the Natural and Cultural Resources Master Plan Fiscal Impact: $235,711.19 Contract is not to exceed $1.3 million for completion of the initial plan. Funding of additional work under the IGA would be approved by the Board on a year-to-year basis with a maximum of five (5) years. Accounts: Habitat Restoration, 09-6750 Contract Number(s): FPD 2014-01101 Summary: The Prairie Research Institute of the University of Illinois is developing the Natural and Cultural Resources Master Plan to be completed, produced, and distributed as part of the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Forest Preserves of Cook County.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0216

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0216
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Burling Builders, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $185,391.00 Accounts: 25-6710, Building Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-01-G3R1 & G3R2 Summary: New Metal Buildings at Various Sites, locations include: Thorn Creek Maintenance Division HQ, Palos Trail HQ, Central Maintenance Facilities Addition & Central Maintenance Facilities Vehicle Storage Building
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0217

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0217
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: CCC Holdings, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $236,895.37 Accounts: 25-6760, Recreation (Landscape Improvements) Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-02-04C1-Rebid Summary: Eggers Grove Site Improvements; New trail connection (Burnham Greenway to Indiana), including boardwalk and access path to shelter.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0218

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0218
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Old Veteran Construction, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $175,180.50 Accounts: 25-6730, Camp Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-03-004C Summary: Camp Reinberg Development
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0219

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0219
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Cornerstone Contracting, Inc., Elk Grove Village, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $294,623.28 Accounts: 25-6730, Camp Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-03-006C Summary: Camp Bullfrog/Maple Lake Development
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0221

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0221
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Burling Builders, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $151,028.45 Accounts: 25-6730, Camp Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-03-003C Summary: Camp Sullivan Development Phase 1
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0186

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0186
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 Arborworks LLC, Downers Grove, Illinois Reason: Contract #15-31-101 consists of the removal, topping or pruning of two thousand four hundred and ten trees (2,410), which includes twenty-three (23) that require pruning (due mostly to the impacts of Emerald Ash Borer), in accordance with the Preserves specifications in Region 3, Des Plaines Division. Arborworks LLC was the lowest responsible bidder of the five (5) bidders. Bid Opening Date: 2/6/2015 Bid Results: 1. Arborworks LLC, $271,387.50 2. Trees R Us, $287,100.00 3. Groundskeeper Landscaping, $398,271.00 4. McGinty Brothers, $508,349.00 5. Homer Tree Service, $546,058.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: $271,387.50 Contract Period: Three (3) Months from Notice to Proceed Account Name/Number: 09-6756 EAB Tree Removal District: 9, 14 and 17 Concurrence(s): The v
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0188

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0188
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 Preserve District of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a contract with Path Construction Company, Inc., Arlington Heights, Illinois, for Repairs to Dams and Lakes at Crabtree Nature Center/Sulky Pond, Big Bend Lake, Maple Lake and Wampum Lake Reason: Contract 13-80-02-10C1-R Repairs to Dams and Lakes. The work includes, but is not limited to, earthwork, removals, fencing, pipe culvert replacement, rip rap, epoxy crack injection, structural repair of concrete, concrete structure, limestone slab outcropping repair, erosion control, landscape restoration, water management, and other related work as specified in the plans & specifications. Bid Opening Date: 1/30/2015 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid 1. Path Construction Company, Inc. $467,280.00* 2. Schaefges Brothers, Inc. $468,691.45 3. Pan Oceanic Engineering Co. Inc. $542,965.00 4. Industria, Inc. $545
Action: withdraw
Result:

15-0190

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0190
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 Preserve District of Cook County to enter into a contract with Path Construction, Arlington Heights, Illinois for building improvements at Central Garage and Warehouse Complex. Reason: Contract 13-80-01 G5R2 includes upgrades at various buildings at Central Maintenance Compound & at Central Maintenance Warehouse. This work is for construction services and includes improvements for ADA accessibility, life safety issues as well as office and restroom functionality. Bid Opening Date: 1/23/2015 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid Additional Item 3* Total Bid 1. Path Construction $1,010,600.00 $15,500.00 $1,026,100.00 2. Wight Construction $1,063,500.00 $16,000.00 $1,079,500.00 3. Simpson Construction Co. $1,097,343.00 $8,750.00 $1,106,093.00 4. Cornerstone Contracting $1,174,000.00 $18,000.00 $1,192,000.00 5. Paul Borg Construction $1,240,007.00 $16,592.00 $1,
Action: withdraw
Result:

15-0197

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0197
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 Preserve District of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a contract with All Bry Construction, Burr Ridge, Illinois, for the renovation of an existing barn at Camp Sullivan in Oak Forest, Illinois, as an indoor activity and gathering space. Reason: Contract 13-80-03-009-C Camp Sullivan Barn Phase 3. The project includes the renovation and remodeling of the Camp Sullivan barn as an indoor activity space for the Camp Sullivan campgrounds. The project also includes site work, landscaping, structural, exterior finishes, new interior spaces, new restrooms, interior architectural finishes, interior wheelchair lift, interior climbing wall, and MEP&FP and other related work as specified in the plans & specifications. Bid Opening Date: 2/11/2015 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid Alt. Bid Items G1a and G2a** Total Bid 1. All Bry Construction $2,407,000* $39,000 $2,446,000 2. Path Construction $
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0199

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0199
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 Preserve District of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a contract with Outlook Design and Construction, Chicago, Illinois, for campground signage at various campgrounds throughout the District. Reason: Contract 13-80-03-012-C Campground Program Signage Package #2 Rebid. The work includes, but is not limited to signage at campground locations including new masonry entrance signs, vehicular and pedestrian directional signs, site map signs, site marker signs, regulatory signs, and other related work as specified in the plans & specifications. Bid Opening Date: 02/11/2015 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid Alternate 1 Bid* Total Bid 1. Outlook Design and Construction $289,640.00 $5,500 $295,140.00 *Alternate Bid Item 1 - Furnish and install 1 additional masonry entrance sign Estimated Fiscal Impact: $295,140.00 Contract Period: Four (4) Months From Notice to Proceed Account Name/Num
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0215

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0215
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 Preserve District of Cook County to enter into a contract with Staalsen Construction Company, Inc., Chicago, Illinois for building improvements at Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion and Central Garage Reason: Contract 14-80-41 Re-Bid Inspection, evaluation and repair of wood trusses at Dan Ryan Pavilion and Central Garage. This work is for construction services and includes the design and construction of wooden truss repairs. Bid Opening Date: 2/13/2015 Bid Results: Firm Total Bid 1. Staalsen Construction Company, Inc. $310,805.00* *Bids were originally to be accepted on December 19, 2014 however only one bid was submitted. This bid was not opened and was returned to the bidder and the project was re-bid. Because this was the second time this project was bid, the single bid received on 2/13/2015 was opened at this time. Estimated Fiscal Impact: $310,805.00 Contract Period: Three (3) Months fr
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0210

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:28 GMT

File #: 15-0210
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Corporate Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expense Report Period: 1/1/2015 - 1/31/2015 Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis Revenue and Expense Report for January 2015
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

15-0135

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:27 GMT

File #: 15-0135
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FOREST PRESERVE FEE SCHEDULE Amending the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances to add a fee schedule for the new Camp Ground Facilities. BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 7 - Fees, Chapter 1 - Fee Schedule of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as follows: 7-1-1: FEE SCHEDULE *** CAMP GROUND FEES TYPE CAPACITY MONTHS NIGHTS RESIDENT* NON- RESIDENT* Tent or RV Electric |99|November- All Nights $25.00 $35.00 March Tent or RV Electric |99|April - Sunday- $35.00 $45.00 October Wednesday Tent or RV Electric |99|April - Thursday - $50.00 $60.00 October Saturday Tent or RV Non-Electric|99|November - All Nights $20.00 $30.00 March Tent or RV Non-Electric|99|April - Sunday - $30.00 $40.00 October Wednesday Tent or RV Non-Electric|99|April - Thursday - $35.00 $45.00 October Saturday Small Cabin |99|November - All Nights $40.00 $50.00 March
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0178

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:28 GMT

File #: 15-0178
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $17,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION UNLIMITED TAX REFUNDING BONDS, AND NOT TO EXCEED $3,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION LIMITED TAX BONDS OF THE FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Authority, Purposes and Findings. This ordinance is adopted pursuant to the provisions of the Cook County Forest Preserve District Act, 70 Illinois Compiled Statutes 810, the Forest Preserve District Refunding Bond Act, 70 Illinois Compiled Statutes 820, and the Local Government Debt Reform Act, 30 Illinois Compiled Statutes 350, and authorizes the issuance of not to exceed $17,000,000 principal amount of General Obligation Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds (the “Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds”) of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois (the “District”); and not to exceed $3,000,000 principal amount of General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds (the “Limited Tax Bonds” and together with the Unlim
Action: adopt as amended by substitution
Result: Pass

15-0147

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:28 GMT

File #: 15-0147
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN TO INCREASE SEASONAL PARKING FEES FOR NON-MEMBERS WHEREAS, the Chicago Botanic Garden (“the Garden”) has remained one of the top attractions in Cook County; and WHEREAS, in 2005, the Garden attracted a total of 697,000 guests; and WHEREAS, in 2014, attendance at the Garden surpassed the one-million-visit-benchmark with 1,058,000 visits, an increase of 6% over 2013 and a 52% increase since 2005; and WHEREAS, although the number of guests have increased, the Garden has never charged an admission fee; and WHEREAS, the Garden is one of the only major cultural institutions in the Chicagoland area to not charge an admission fee; and WHEREAS, while the Garden is extremely proud of the increased attendance numbers, this success frequently becomes a detriment to the visitor experience and Garden-wide commitment to outstanding customer service; and WHEREAS, weekend visitorship has increased, guests waiting to enter the garden experience lengthy delays and the Garden’s 1,200 parking spaces are quickly filled
Action: approve
Result: Pass