Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Meeting of FPD Board of Commissioners on 7/23/2024 at 10:00 AM

24-0328

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0328
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT TO TAKE SAFETY MEASURES WHEREAS, During the week of August 19, 2024, Cook County is expected to receive roughly 50,000 visitors from across the country due to the Democratic National Convention; and WHEREAS, The Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners does not meet in the month of August; and WHEREAS, Many of these visitors will be notable public officials, which can invite a considerable amount of attention requiring robust safety and security measures and intergovernmental coordination; and WHEREAS, One of the primary functions of local government is to maintain public safety; and WHEREAS, Government entities across Cook County have made preparations to safely accommodate these visitors; and WHEREAS, The Forest Preserves of Cook County may be called upon to assist other government entities in Cook County to effectively handle this influx of visitors; and WHEREAS, Per Article VII, Section 10 of the Illinois Constitution, units of local government may contract or otherwise associate with oth
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0309

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:24:39 GMT

File #: 24-0309
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT EXTENDING THE TERM OF A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT NEGOTIATED BETWEEN THE FOREST PRESERVES OF COOK COUNTY AND THE ILLINOIS FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE LABOR COUNCIL (POLICE OFFICER UNIT) WHEREAS, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (5 ILCS 315/1 et seq.) has established regulations regarding collective bargaining with a union; and WHEREAS, a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Forest Preserves of Cook County (“Forest Preserves”) and the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (Police Officer Unit) is currently in effect for a term of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2024 covering Police Officers in the Law Enforcement Department of the Forest Preserves (Board Item No. 23-0523); and WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves and the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (Police Officer Unit) have entered into a Memorandum of Agreement subject to approval by the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners and such Memorandum of Agreement makes the following adjustment to the term
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0310

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 20:48:03 GMT

File #: 24-0310
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 Salary Schedule and wage adjustments, as well as healthcare plan revisions, and other terms and conditions of employment, for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2025, covering employees in the classification of Sergeant in the Law Enforcement Department of the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”), have been negotiated between the Forest Preserves and the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (Sergeant Unit); and WHEREAS, the general increases and wage adjustments that have been negotiated are reflected in the Salary Schedule and are included in the Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiated between the Forest Preserves and the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (Sergeant Unit); and WHEREAS, th
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0335

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0335
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVAL OF SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR NON-UNION EMPLOYEES WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution to approve salary schedule, wage adjustments and healthcare plan revisions for non-union employees on June 14, 2022 (Agenda Item No. 22-0132); WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners approved salary schedule, wage adjustments and healthcare plan revisions for union employee members of Teamsters, Local 700, including an extension of the Teamsters, Local 700 collective bargaining agreement that included adjustments and general increases (Agenda Item Nos. 22-0118 & 23-0570); WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer, Comptroller and Director of Human Resources recommend the underlined adjustments below to the previously approved salary adjustments and general wage increases approved for non-union employees on June 14, 2022 (Agenda Item No. 22-0132); a) Effective the first full pay period on or after July 1, 2021, the pay rates for non-union employees shall be increased 1.5% for all clas
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0327

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:58:07 GMT

File #: 24-0327
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FEE SUNSET DATE 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: FEES. *** REVIEW AND SUNSET: This Ordinance shall sunset on December 31, 2024 2028. Prior to that sunset date, the District shall review its fee increase process for items covered by this Title 7, Chapter 1 to determine if modifications are advised. Effective date: This ordinance amendment shall be in effect immediately upon adoption.
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0317

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0317
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Sale or Purchase of Real Estate
Title: PROPOSED SALE OF REAL ESTATE Department(s): Legal Department Other Part(ies): Sargon Zaya (“Purchaser”) Request: It is respectfully requested that this proposed sale be approved. Description of Real Estate: Surplus Parcel 14 4834 Kirk Street, Skokie, Cook County, Illinois LOT 12 AND 13 IN BLOCK 4, IN SUPERIOR COURT COMMISSIONERS SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST 10 ½ ACRES (EXCEPT R.R.) OF LOT 1 IN COUNTY CLERKS DIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST ¼ OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE 3RD PRIME MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN: 10-28-209-037 SAID PARCEL CONTAINING 7,446 SQUARE FEET, OR 0.17103 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. Section: N/A Parcel(s): Surplus Parcel 14 Fiscal Impact: $310,000.00 in revenue (minus closing costs not to exceed $10,000.00) Accounts: Anticipated Land Sales/Surplus 51006.411466 District(s): 13 Summary: The Forest Preserve District of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) recently concluded a bidding process for the sale of a surplus parcel that has been approved for sale by the State Legislature, Surplus Parcel 14, c
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0326

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0326
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Partnership Agreement
Title: PROPOSED PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into a Partnership Agreement with the Chicago Zoological Society (“CZS”), Brookfield, Illinois. Reason: The Forest Preserves and the Chicago Zoological Society, which operates the Brookfield Zoo Chicago, seek to partner to facilitate a variety of activities to advance regional wildlife field research initiatives, including: 1) support for a post-residency veterinary PhD program, 2) purchase and shared use of veterinary diagnostic equipment, and 3) participation in emerging research projects. The PhD fellowship program will allow a graduate of the Illinois Zoological and Wildlife Health Management Residency (Board Item Nos. #22-0108 and #24-0192) to continue working under contract with or as an employee of CZS for a period of up to four (4) years beginning in 2025. Building upon the successes and new areas of investigation launched during the residency program, this partnership will engage a professional veterinarian with expertise in urban w
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0288

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0288
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Grant Award
Title: PROPOSED GRANT AWARD Department: Department of Conservation and Experiential Programming Grantee: The Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) Grantor: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Request: Authorization to accept grant Purpose: Authorization is sought for the Forest Preserves to accept a grant of up to $43,945.00 and to enter into a grant agreement with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) under the Tourism Attraction Grant Program for the purchase of Global Research Innovation and Technology (GRIT) Freedom Chairs (all terrain manual wheelchairs) and disability awareness training. Grant Amount: Up to $43,945.00 Grant Period: 7/1/2024 (retroactive) - 6/30/2025 Fiscal Impact: Not to Exceed $45,600.00 in direct match (FY 2024 $34,600.00, FY 2025, $11,000.00) Accounts: Training Program Staff 51001.501905; Institutional Supplies 51001.530170; Professional Services 51001.520830; and grant accounts Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final grant agreement is subject
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0322

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0322
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Conservation and Experiential Programming Vendor: Global Research Innovation and Technology (GRIT), Inc., Medford, Massachusetts Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Purchase of a minimum of eleven (11) GRIT Freedom Chairs, all-terrain wheelchairs Contract Value: $44,820.00 Contract Period: One-time purchase Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024: $44,820.00 (with $43,632.00 to be reimbursed via an Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Tourism Attraction Grant) Accounts: Training Program Staff 51001.501905; Institutional Supplies 51001.530170; Professional Services 51001.520830; and grant accounts Contract Number(s): #74000014516 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract is subject to legal review and approval. Sole Source contract with no MWBE goals. District(s): Districtwide Summary: The Forest Preserves recently received a Notice of Award for funding from th
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0330

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0330
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Grant Award Amendment
Title: PROPOSED GRANT AWARD AMENDMENT Department: Department of Planning and Development Grantee: Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) Grantor: Illinois Department of Natural Resources (“IDNR”), Springfield, Illinois Request: Authorization to extend grant agreement. Purpose: To acquire three (3) parcels of land located near other recent acquisitions in Glenwood, Illinois. Supplemental Grant Amount: N/A Grant Period: 4/25/2023 - 3/31/2025 Extension Period: 4/1/2025 - 9/30/2025 Fiscal Impact: Up to $946,000.00 in match. There is no additional cost associated with the extension. Accounts: Real Estate and Land Acquisition Fund 51006.560010; and Grant Fund 51010.56010 Date of Previous Board Authorization for Grant: 4/25/2023 Previous Grant Amount: $946,000.00 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final grant amendment is subject to legal review and approval. District(s): 5 Summary: On 4/25/2023, the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners approved the acceptance of grant funding from IDNR to support t
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0299

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0299
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: License Request
Title: PROPOSED LICENSE REQUEST Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”), as Licensor to grant a License to Nicor, Grantee, to locate, operate and maintain 903 feet of gas main along Rand Road in Des Plaines. The new line will replace an existing gas line that needs to be relocated to accommodate road construction work by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). The existing gas line was installed pursuant to License #837 issued in 1970. Conveyance of small easement areas to IDOT for road improvements was approved by the Board of Commissioners separately in 2021 (Board Item No. 21-0123). No trees will need to be removed for this project. Term: Ten (10) years License Fee: $29,851.24 License Application Fee: $1,500.00 Review Fee: $3,000.00 YELAR Fee: $7,200.00 Additional Fee: $3,000.00. This fee will be used to support restoration work in the Des Plaines River corridor. Total one-time upfront fee of $44,551.24 for the term of the License Tree Mitigation Fee: N/A The area of the License i
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0266

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0266
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: License Amendment
Title: PROPOSED LICENSE AMENDMENT REQUEST Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”), as Licensor to amend a License to the Village of Crestwood, Grantee, to locate, operate and maintain a new underground drainpipe and related improvements on Forest Preserves land in Rubio Woods to address severe erosion at the base of an existing unauthorized earthen berm. Erosion has occurred in recent months after a new trunk storm sewer and flood control basin were completed in 2023 under the original license (#1782) to the Village of Crestwood (“Village”). The license amendment would expand the license area for the new drainpipe and defer the requirement to remove the unauthorized berm for another year after completion of the proposed new improvements, which are currently in the engineering design phase. Final amendment is subject to Forest Preserves review and approval of final plans and specifications. No trees will be removed for this project, and the original license term will not be changed. Additionally, with the exception of the Review Fe
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0325

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0325
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Intergovernmental Agreement
Title: PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT Department: Department of Resource Management Other Part(ies): United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”), Springfield, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (“IGA”) Goods or Services: Integrated wildlife management services related to wildlife research and disease surveillance. Agreement Number(s): 25-7217-8011-RA issued under contract #74000014480 Agreement Period: 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2029 Fiscal Impact: Not to exceed $1,500,000.00 per year, or $7,500,000.00 over the five (5) year term (FY 2025 $1,500,000.00, FY 2026 $1,500,000.00, FY 2027 $1,500,000.00, FY 2028 $1,500,000.00, FY 2029 $1,500,000.00) Accounts: Wildlife Management 51001.521447; Professional Services 51034.520840; Grant and Mitigation 51010.521444 and 51010.520840; and all future Professional Services accounts District(s): Districtwide Summary: The Forest Preserves has partnered with USDA for over a decade to collaborate on extensive wi
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0271

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:27:56 GMT

File #: 24-0271
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Facilities and Fleet Vendor: SMG Security Holdings LLC, Elk Grove Village, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Fire and Security Alarm Monitoring, Inspection and Maintenance Services Contract Value: $943,807.00 Contract Period: 8/1/2024 - 7/31/2027, plus two (2) one-year extension options to be exercised at the discretion of the General Superintendent. Estimated Fiscal Impact: $943,807.00 (FY 2024, $77,629.58, FY 2025, $186,311.00, FY 2026, $186,311.00, FY 2027, $187,995.59, FY 2028 (optional), $192,089.83, and FY 2029 (optional), $113,470.00) Accounts: Professional Services 51001.520840 Contract Number(s): #74000014361 issued under Project 24-53-010553 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract is subject to legal review and approval. The Vendor has met the Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Ordinance via direct participation. District(s): Districtwide Summary: Th
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0287

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 15:58:00 GMT

File #: 24-0287
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Facilities and Fleet Vendor: Sutton Ford, Matteson, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Project #24-54-117 for ten (10) 2024 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles based on State of Illinois Central Management Services (CMS) Contract #22-416CMS-BOSS4-P-41049. Contract Value: $407,370.00 Contract Period: One-time purchase Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024, $407,370.00 Accounts: Vehicle Purchase 51009.560266 Contract Number(s): #74000014475 Concurrences: The Vehicle Steering Committee has approved the purchase of the referenced vehicles. The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item. Piggyback contract based on the State of Illinois CMS Contract #22-416CMS-BOSS4-P-41049 with no MWBE Participation goals. Vendor is a certified Minority-and Women-Owned Business Enterprise. District(s): Districtwide Summary: The Department of Facilities and Fleet received permission from
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0303

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0303
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Office of the General Superintendent Vendor: Eco-Counter, Inc, Montreal QC, Canada Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Twenty (20) permanent and six (6) temporary trail counters, data software subscription services, and spare/replacement batteries and parts Contract Value: $199,182.50 Contract Period: Sixty (60) months Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $157,062.50, FY 2025 $0, FY 2026 $14,040.00, FY 2027 $14,040.00 and FY 2028 $14,040.00 Accounts: Professional Services 51001.520840 Contract Number(s): #74000014453 issued under RFP #24-10-010920 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract is subject to legal review and approval. The contract-specific Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise goal for this contract was set to zero. District(s): Districtwide Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the purchase of trail co
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0321

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0321
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Resource Management Vendor: Various vendors establishing a vendor pool for the supply and delivery of sand, gravel, stone, and related granular materials, listed below: Contract No. Vendor Name 74000014481 Franco Hauling, LLC, Bensenville, Illinois 74000014483 M.T. Transit, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Supply and delivery of a variety of stone aggregate Contract Value: Not to exceed a combined total of $200,000.00 per twelve (12) month period (or $1,000,000.00 over the entire term, including all option years) across all contract numbers listed above. Contract Period: 8/1/2024 - 7/31/2026, with three (3) optional one-year renewals to be exercised at the discretion of the General Superintendent Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $100,000.00; FY 2025 $200,000.00; FY 2026 $200,000.00; FY 2027 $200,000.00 (optional); FY 2028 $200,000.00 (optional); FY 2029 $100,000.00 (optional)
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0324

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0324
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): ?Department of Resource Management Vendor: Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc., Loveland, Colorado Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Purchase of herbicide based on the State of Illinois JPMC Herbicides Contract No. 24-416CMS-BOSS4-P-66227, expiring 1/15/2029 Contract Value: Not to exceed $500,000.00 Contract Period: 7/23/2024 - 1/15/2029 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $70,000.00; FY 2025 $100,000.00; FY 2026 $100,000.00; FY 2027 $100,000.00; FY 2028 $100,000.00; and FY 2029 $30,000.00 Accounts: Chemical 51001.530264; Professional Services 51034.520840; Land Improvements 51033.560020; Grant and Mitigation 51010.521444 and 51010.520840; and all future Professional Services, Land Improvements, and Grant and Mitigation accounts Contract Number(s): #74000014484 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract is subject to legal review and approval. Piggyback contract based on the State of Illinois Contract No. 24-41
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0261

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0261
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Landscape Maintenance Vendor: Allied Waste Transportation Inc., Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and increase the Region 1 contract. Good(s) or Service(s): Refuse and Recycling Disposal Sites Original Contract Period: 9/1/2021 - 8/31/2024; with two (2) one-year extension options Proposed Contract Period Extension: 9/1/2024 - 2/28/2026 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $101,200.00 Original Approval: 7/27/2021, $92,000.00 Previous Increase(s): 6/25/2024, $9,200.00 (Administrative Increase) This Increase Requested: $81,000.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $33,000.00, FY 2025 $41,000.00, FY 2026 $7,000.00 Accounts: Refuse Disposal 29250.520075 Contract Number(s): #74000009804 issued under Solicitation #21-52-006223 (R) Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final amendment is subject to legal review and approval. The contract-specific Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise go
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0262

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0262
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Landscape Maintenance Vendor: Lakeshore Recycling Systems, Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and increase the Region 2 contract Good(s) or Service(s): Refuse and Recycling Disposal Sites Original Contract Period: 9/1/2021 - 8/31/2024; with two (2) one-year extension options Proposed Contract Period Extension: 9/1/2024 - 2/28/2026 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $92,000.00 Original Approval: 7/27/2021, $92,000.00 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: $90,000.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $38,000.00, FY 2025 $44,000.00, FY 2026 $8,000.00 Accounts: Refuse Disposal 29250.520075 Contract Number(s): #74000009805 issued under Solicitation #21-52-006224 (R) Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final amendment is subject to legal review and approval. The contract-specific Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise goal for this contract was set to zero. District
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0263

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0263
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Landscape Maintenance Vendor: Lakeshore Recycling Systems, Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and increase the Region 3 contract Good(s) or Service(s): Refuse and Recycling Disposal Sites Original Contract Period: 6/12/2023 - 8/31/2024; with two (2) one-year extension options Proposed Contract Period Extension: 9/1/2024 - 2/28/2026 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $51,840.00 Original Approval: 4/7/2023, $51,840.00 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: $77,790.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $35,000.00, FY 2025 $39,660.00, FY 2026 $3,130.00 Accounts: Refuse Disposal 29250.520075 Contract Number(s): #74000013244 issued under Solicitation #23-52-009067 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final amendment is subject to legal review and approval. The contract-specific Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise goal for this contract was set to zero. District(s): 8, 9,
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0264

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0264
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Landscape Maintenance Vendor: Allied Waste Transportation, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and increase the Region 4 contract Good(s) or Service(s): Refuse and Recycling Disposal Sites Original Contract Period: 9/1/2021 - 8/31/2024; with two (2) one-year extension options Proposed Contract Period Extension: 9/1/2024 - 2/28/2026 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $100,300.00 Original Approval: 7/27/2021, $23,000.00 Previous Increase(s): 9/6/2022, $2,300.00 (Administrative Increase); 11/15/2022, $75,000.00 (Board-Approved Increase) This Increase Requested: $17,000.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $4,000.00, FY 2025 $9,000.00, FY 2026 $4,000.00 Accounts: Refuse Disposal 29250.520075 Contract Number(s): #74000009806 issued under Solicitation #21-52-006226 (R) Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final amendment is subject to legal review and approval. The contract-specific Minority
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0282

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:07:49 GMT

File #: 24-0282
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Planning and Development Vendor: Pacific Construction Services, LLC., Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to increase contract Good(s) or Service(s): Construction services to replace existing heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems at the Forest Preserves’ General Headquarters building located in River Forest. Original Contract Period: 6/2/2023 - 7/1/2024; 7/2/2024 - 12/31/2024 (Administrative Extension) Proposed Contract Period Extension: N/A Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $2,355,882.00 Original Approval: 4/25/2023, $2,355,882.00 Previous Increase(s): $149,220.84 (Administrative Increase pending as of 7/15/2024) This Increase Requested: $38,596.25 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $38,596.25 Accounts: Property Maintenance and Operations 51009.560105, 51010.560105, 51031.560105, 51032.560105, 51033.560105, 51034.560105 and future Construction and Development accounts Contract Number(s): Contract #74000012184 issued under
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0285

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0285
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Finance and Administration Vendor: Insight Public Sector, Inc., Tempe, Arizona Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and increase contract Good(s) or Service(s): Computer Hardware Products Original Contract Period: 10/22/2019 - 9/8/2024, with three (3) one-year renewal options Proposed Contract Period Extension: 9/9/2024 - 9/8/2025 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $935,000.00 Original Approval: 10/22/2019, $600,000.00 Previous Increase(s): 2/7/2023, $60,000.00 (Administrative Increase); 4/25/2023, $275,000.00 (Board Approved) This Increase Requested: $400,000.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $150,000.00, FY 2025 $250,000.00 Accounts: Computer Supplies and Services 51001.530635 Contract Number(s): #74000006761 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract amendment is subject to legal review and approval. The contract-specific Minority-and Women-Owned Business Enterprise goal for this contract was set t
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0295

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0295
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Planning and Development Vendor: Eva Design and Engineering, LLC, Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend contract Good(s) or Service(s): Professional engineering services for design and construction management for reconstruction of the Beaubien Boat Launch and other outdoor recreation amenities Original Contract Period: 7/1/2021 - 6/30/2023 Previous Contract Extension: 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024 (Administrative Extension) Proposed Contract Period Extension: 7/1/2024 (retroactive) - 12/31/2024 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $126,000.00, An Administrative Increase of less than 10% is anticipated to be submitted to the Purchasing Agent separately prior to contract expiration. Original Approval: 6/22/2021, $126,000.00 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: N/A Estimated Fiscal Impact: N/A. This is a time extension only. Accounts: Professional Services 51009.520830, 51010.520830 and 51033.520830 Contract Number(s
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0300

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0300
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Permits, Rentals and Concessions Vendor: Bottling Group, LLC (Pepsi), White Plains, New York and Cook County Government, Cook County, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to amend contract Good(s) or Service(s): Various Pepsi products Contract Period: 6/15/2016 - 6/30/2028 Original Approval: 6/7/2016 Estimated Fiscal Impact: N/A - Revenue Generating. Accounts: Concessions, 01-5302 Contract Number(s): AM-2016-001 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract amendment is subject to legal review and approval. District(s): Districtwide Summary: On 7/21/2015, the Forest Preserves Board approved an Intergovernmental Agreement between the County and the Forest Preserves for the purpose of joining the Asset Marketing Program. On 9/8/2015, the Forest Preserves Board approved the Forest Preserves procuring the same service as Cook County under contract 12-90-289 with the Superlative Group, Inc. for asset marketing progra
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0304

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0304
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Previously Approved Item Amendment
Title: PROPOSED PREVIOUSLY APPROVED ITEM AMENDMENT Department: Office of the General Superintendent Request: Changing membership on the Decennial Committee to Interim General Superintendent Eileen Figel from former General Superintendent Arnold Randall Item Number: 23-0230 Original Text of Item: RESOLUTION CREATING THE DECENNIAL COMMITTEE WHEREAS, on June 10, 2022, the Decennial Committees on Local Government Efficiency Act (50 ILCS 70/1 et seq) (the “Act”) became effective and placed certain requirements on the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners (the “Board”), including the formation of a Decennial Committee by June 10, 2023; and WHEREAS, the purpose of such committee would be to study the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s governing statutes, ordinances, rules, procedures, powers, jurisdiction, shared services, intergovernmental agreements, and interrelationships with other governmental units and the State; and WHEREAS, no later than eighteen (18) months after the formation of the Decennial Committee, the Committee shall provide a report to the Cook Cou
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0283

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0283
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Law Enforcement Request: Refer to Law Enforcement Committee Report Title: Model Policing Report Period: 4/1/2024 - 6/30/2024 Summary: Report on the status to achieve the goal of a Model Forest Preserves Police Department
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0307

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:47 GMT

File #: 24-0307
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Office of the General Superintendent Request: Refer to the Zoological Committee Report Title: 2024 Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s Next Century Plan Summary: The report details the comprehensive strategy that will guide the long-term trajectory of Brookfield Zoo Chicago, including the physical site plan and organizational priorities, for the next thirty (30) years.
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0323

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0323
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Finance and Administration Request: Refer to Finance Committee Report Title: Forest Preserves of Cook County Annual Fee Waiver and Discount Report FY 2023 Report Period: 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023 Summary: Under the Forest Preserves of Cook County Code of Ordinances, certain discounts are granted to veteran or non-profit organizations with respect to recreational use of Forest Preserves of Cook County property or amenities. Additional discounts may be offered at the discretion of the General Superintendent. The Forest Preserves of Cook County implemented a Fee Waiver Policy (Policy Number: 02.30.00) establishing the process for when discounts or waivers would be granted. The policy requires an annual report to the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners on discounts and waivers for the sake of transparency. The Fee Waiver and Discount Report describes specific discount categories and various passes issued pursuant to Forest Preserves of Cook County Board Approved Resolution No. 16-0314, approved July 12, 2016. In 20
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0312

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0312
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Office of the County Auditor Request: Refer to Audit Committee Report Title: OCA-FPD FY24 2nd Quarter Open Recommendations Report Period: June 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

24-0067

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0067
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: 5/1/2024 - 5/31/2024 Summary: Submitting the Procurement and Disbursement Report for the period of May 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

24-0320

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0320
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Departments of Legal and Finance Request: Receive and File Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Report - May 2024 Report Period: 5/1/2024 - 5/31/2024 Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County Departments of Legal and Finance are submitting Workers’ Compensation Claim Payments for the month of May 2024. Payments total $125,163.58 for May 2024.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0316

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:32 GMT

File #: 24-0316
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 7/23/2024 - 9/16/2024. Please check the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s website for updates and changes. Thursday, 7/25; 8:30am Forest Therapy, Bluff Spring Fen Nature Preserve, Elgin Awaken your senses and renew your bond with nature with a Certified Forest Therapy Guide. Registration required. Ages 18 and up. Please call (773)758-8899. Thursday, 7/25; 9am - 10:30am Clean Up and Explore, Linne Woods, Morton Grove Do your part to help keep the forest preserves clean! Litter pick-up supplies are available for check out. Registration required. Meet at Grove 2. Please call (773)758-8899. Thursday, 7/25; 4:30pm - 6:30pm Art in Nature, Swallow Cliff-North, Palos Park Drop in and create land art, write a poem, and make tie dye using fruits and spices. Thursday, 7/25; 6pm - 8:30pm Learn to Fly Fish: On the Water, Horsetail Lake, Palos Park We will review casting and other as
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0144

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:47:50 GMT

File #: 24-0144
Ver.: 2
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT DISTRICT VEHICLE POLICY AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 1 (Administrative), Chapter 14 (District Vehicle Policy), of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as Follows: 1-14-1: ESTABLISHMENT OF A COUNTYWIDE DISTRICTWIDE VEHICLE STEERING COMMITTEE. 1-14-2: RESPONSIBILITIES OF ELECTED OFFICIALS, DEPARTMENTS, AND EMPLOYEES AND ASSIGNMENT OF VEHICLE COORDINATOR. 1-14-3: AUTHORIZED USE OF DISTRICT VEHICLES. 1-14-4: MISCELLANEOUS. Full text of this ordinance amendment can be found here: Effective Date: This ordinance shall be in effect immediately upon adoption.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0217

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0217
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Transfer of Funds
Title: PROPOSED TRANSFER OF FUNDS Department: Department of Finance and Administration Request: Approval of a transfer of Funds Reason: The reason for this transfer is to meet the Forest Preserves of Cook County Pension obligation as set forth in the Public Act 102-1131 (effective June 1, 2023). From Account(s): 51001.5100.00000.801420.00000.00000 (Corporate) To Account(s): 51004.5100.00000.411502.00000.00000 (Pension) Total Amount of Transfer: $8,384,419.00 On what date did it become apparent that the receiving account would require an infusion of funds in order to meet current obligations? What was the balance in the account on that date, and what was the balance 30 days prior to that date? Tax collection for the pension fund has not yet increased to meet 2024 obligations. This became apparent after first quarter 2024. How was the account used for the source of transferred funds identified? List any other accounts that were also considered (but not used) as the source of the transferred funds. It was determined there was sufficient availab
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0242

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0242
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 Pan-Oceanic Engineering Co., Inc., primary place of business Chicago, Illinois, for the removal and installation of drop gates (bollards), trail striping, painting of pavement markers, and installation of signage along the Poplar Creek, Tinley Creek, and Centennial Trail paved trail systems. Reason: Contract #74000014446 issued under Project #24-80-01R Trail Safety Improvements for Poplar Creek, Tinley Creek, and Centennial Trails. The work addresses safety issues with the removal and/or installation of drop gates at egress points on Forest Preserves paved trails, centerline striping and installation of approved regulatory signs. Bid Opening Date: 5/15/2024 Bid Results: 1. Garfield Building Maintenance Co., Inc. $319,715.00* 2. Pan-Oceanic Engineering Co., Inc. $448,397.58 * The Cook County Waiver Review Committee determined that the M
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0281

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0281
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 to enter into a construction contract with Fabex Technologies, LLC, primary place of business Chicago, Illinois, for shelter repairs at Yankee Woods (grove 2), Dan Ryan Woods (groves 1, 5, 10 & 15), Flatfoot Lake, Jurgensen Woods (grove 1), Bremen Grove #1, Eggers Grove #3, and Glenwood Woods North (grove 1). Reason: Contract #74000010979 issued under Project #24-80-26 for 2024 Picnic Shelter Repairs at South Cook County Locations. The work addresses the renovation of ten (10) existing picnic shelters. The work includes, but is not limited to, lead-based paint removal, concrete ceiling panel patching, concrete ceiling panel replacement, roof removal and replacement, and other related work as specified in the plans and specifications. Bid Opening Date: 6/28/2024 Bid Results: 1. Fabex Technologies, LLC $819,960.94 2. AGAE Contractors, Inc. $952,000.00 3. TORI Construction $985,000.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: $819,
Action: approve as amended
Result: Pass

24-0292

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:27:47 GMT

File #: 24-0292
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 Great Lakes Landscape Company, primary place of business Bartlett, Illinois, for pavement improvements at ten (10) locations in the north and northwest of Cook County including Carl Hansen Woods, Che-Che-Pin-Qua Woods, Schiller Woods Grove 4, Ted Lechowicz Woods, Catherine Chevalier Woods, Ned Brown Meadow, North Branch Trail, and Busse Woods. Reason: Contract #74000014447 issued under Project #19-80-67G-24C1 2024 North Area Pavement Improvements. This work will include, but is not limited to, pavement resurfacing, drainage and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) access improvements, paved trail construction, pavement removal, and landscape restoration. Bid Opening Date: 5/30/2024 Bid Results: 1. Great Lakes Landscape Company $2,893,994.65 2. Chicagoland Paving Contractors $2,900,000.00 3. Pan-Oceanic Engineering Co. $3,089,090.99 Estimat
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0319

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0319
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation)
Title: RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION) Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation - 7/23/2024 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: $303,880.80 Legal Fees for 7/23/2024 to Be Approved: $59,228.32
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0191

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0191
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Permits, Rentals and Concessions Request: Refer to Finance Committee Report Title: Forest Preserves of Cook County Annual Concessions Report FY 2023 Report Period: 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023 Summary: On 3/15/2022, the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners approved the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) Concessions Ordinance (Board Item No. 22-0126) (the “Ordinance”). Under the Ordinance, the Forest Preserves is authorized to grant certain concession related permits and contracts. To assist with this process, the Forest Preserves implemented a Concessions Policy (Policy Number: 05.00.00) establishing the criteria by which the Forest Preserves will issue permits and contracts for concession opportunities to increase and improve visitor engagement by providing the public with access to complementary recreational activities, amenities and services while also generating revenue to support the mission of the Forest Preserves. The Ordinance requires an annual report to the Forest Preserves of Cook
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0081

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0081
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 - 5/31/2024 Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures for May 2024.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0342

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0342
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 6/11/2024 .
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0138

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 22:48:00 GMT

File #: 24-0138
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Easement Request
Title: EASEMENT REQUEST Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to grant a permanent and temporary easement to Illinois Department of Transportation (“IDOT”) at intersection of 95th Street and Archer Avenue near Willow Springs for an area not to exceed 7.462 acres for permanent easements and 1.459 acres for temporary easements or 325,045 square feet for permanent easements and 63,552 square feet for temporary easements. Construction would impact two hundred seven (207) living trees and fifty-four (54) dead trees, resulting in tree mitigation fees. In practice, more trees may need to be removed than originally estimated. Any increase in the tree mitigation fee will be in accordance with the Tree Mitigation Plan (see Board Item No. 20-0279), and if such increase is more than 20% of the original estimate, then approval will be sought from the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners. Reason: IDOT has identified this intersection as a high percentage crash location due to the original 1926 design and plans to modif
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0269

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0269
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A FOREST PRESERVE NEAR McGINNIS SLOUGH AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE in part of Section 3, Township 36 North, Range 12, East of the Third Principal Meridian, all in Cook County, Illinois near McGinnis Slough in District 17. 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,
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0219

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0219
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Intergovernmental Agreement
Title: PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT Department: Department of Planning and Development Other Part(ies): Village of Orland Park, Illinois (the “Village”) Request: Authorization to execute agreement Goods or Services: Conveyance of permanent and temporary easements and tree removal adjacent to the McGinnis Slough Forest preserve for road improvements associated with the proposed widening of a portion of 143rd Street, subject to donation of property to the Forest Preserves and other terms and conditions Agreement Number(s): N/A Agreement Period: Agreement shall remain in effect until improvements are removed or abandoned. Fiscal Impact: N/A. Waiver of compensation for the appraised value of the proposed permanent and temporary easements totaling $18,200.00, and the value of up to one additional acre of permanent easement area if needed, and tree mitigation fees totaling $392,663.39 is recommended in exchange for the donation of 26.7 acres of land and improvements with an appraised value of $2,620,000.00 located just east of McGinnis Slough at 13951 LaGrange Roa
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0246

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0246
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT EXTENDING THE TERM OF A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT NEGOTIATED BETWEEN THE FOREST PRESERVES OF COOK COUNTY AND THE CHICAGO JOURNEYMEN PLUMBERS LOCAL UNION 130, U.A. WHEREAS, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (5 ILCS 315/1 et seq.) has established regulations regarding collective bargaining with a union; and WHEREAS, on April 5, 2022, the Board of Commissioners approved the collective bargaining agreement negotiated between the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the Chicago Journeymen Plumbers Local Union 130, U.A. (Board Item No. 22-0129) with an amendment approved on January 24, 2023 (Board Item No. 22-0497) and such collective bargaining agreement will expire December 31, 2024; and WHEREAS, a Memorandum of Agreement has been entered into between the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the Chicago Journeymen Plumbers Local Union 130, U.A. to extend the term of the collective bargaining agreement through December 31, 2025; and WHEREAS, salary adjustments and prevailing wage increases will be approved
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0247

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0247
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT EXTENDING THE TERM OF A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT NEGOTIATED BETWEEN THE FOREST PRESERVES OF COOK COUNTY AND THE INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF PAINTERS AND ALLIED TRADES DISTRICT COUNCIL #14 WHEREAS, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (5 ILCS 315/1 et seq.) has established regulations regarding collective bargaining with a union; and WHEREAS, on April 5, 2022, the Board of Commissioners approved the collective bargaining agreement negotiated between the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the International Brotherhood of Painters and Allied Trades District Council #14 (Board Item No. 22-0130) with an amendment approved on January 24, 2023 (Board Item No. 22-0497) and such collective bargaining agreement will expire December 31, 2024; and WHEREAS, a Memorandum of Agreement has been entered into between the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the International Brotherhood of Painters and Allied Trades District Council #14 to extend the term of the collective bargaining agreement through December 31, 2025; a
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0248

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:33 GMT

File #: 24-0248
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT EXTENDING THE TERM OF A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT NEGOTIATED BETWEEN THE FOREST PRESERVES OF COOK COUNTY AND THE INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS, LOCAL 134 WHEREAS, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (5 ILCS 315/1 et seq.) has established regulations regarding collective bargaining with a union; and WHEREAS, on April 5, 2022, the Board of Commissioners approved the collective bargaining agreement negotiated between the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 134 (Board Item No. 22-0131) with an amendment approved on January 24, 2023 (Board Item No. 22-0497) and such collective bargaining agreement will expire December 31, 2024; and WHEREAS, a Memorandum of Agreement has been entered into between the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 134 (“IBEW”) to extend the term of the collective bargaining agreement through December 31, 2025; and WHEREAS, salary adjustments and preva
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0249

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:05:13 GMT

File #: 24-0249
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT EXTENDING THE TERM OF A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT NEGOTIATED BETWEEN THE FOREST PRESERVES OF COOK COUNTY AND THE SHEET METAL, AIR, RAIL & TRANSPORTATION WORKERS (SMART), LOCAL NO. 73 WHEREAS, the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (5 ILCS 315/1 et seq.) has established regulations regarding collective bargaining with a union; and WHEREAS, on April 5, 2022, the Board of Commissioners approved the collective bargaining agreement negotiated between the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the Sheet Metal, Air, Rail & Transportation Workers (SMART), Local No. 73 (Board Item No. 22-0128) with an amendment approved on January 24, 2023 (Board Item No. 22-0497) and such collective bargaining agreement will expire December 31, 2024; and WHEREAS, a Memorandum of Agreement has been entered into between the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the Sheet Metal, Air, Rail & Transportation Workers (SMART), Local No. 73 to extend the term of the collective bargaining agreement through December 31, 2025; and WHEREAS, sa
Action: approve
Result: Pass