Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Meeting of FPD Board of Commissioners on 1/20/2015 at 10:00 AM

15-0135

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 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: refer
Result: Pass

15-0081

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0081
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LAW ENFORCEMENT MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT AND THE EXISTENCE AND FORMATION OF THE ILLINOIS LAW ENFORCEMENT ALARM SYSTEM BY INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATION WHEREAS, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, of the State of Illinois (hereinafter “Governmental Entity”) is a special purpose unit of local government and duly constituted public agency of the State of Illinois, and; WHEREAS, the Governmental Entity, as a public agency of the State of Illinois, is authorized and empowered by the Constitution of the State of Illinois (Ill. Const. Art. VII § 10) and the Illinois Intergovernmental Cooperation Act (5 ILCS 220/1 et seq.) to enter into intergovernmental agreements with other public agencies on matters of mutual concern and interest such as the provision of adequate law enforcement personnel and resources for the protection of residents and property falling within the jurisdiction of the Governmental Entity, and; WHEREAS, the Governmental Entity recognizes that certain natural or man-made occurrences may result in emergenci
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0117

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0117
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION COOK COUNTY NO CASH BID PROGRAM RESOLUTION AUTHORIZATION FOR THE FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF COOK COUNTY, THROUGH ITS GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT, TO REQUEST THAT THE COUNTY OF COOK ASSIST IN THE ACQUISITION OF THREE TAX DELINQUENT PARCELS BY THE FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF COOK COUNTY THROUGH THE NO CASH BID PROGRAM AND FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING FOREST PRESERVES IN THE AREA ADJACENT TO THE JOE LOUIS GOLF COURSE AND WHISTLER WOODS FOREST PRESERVE WHEREAS, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (the “District”) owns an approximately 120 acre parcel known as Joe Louis Golf Course , located north of W 134th Street and west of S Halsted Street in Riverdale, Cook County, Illinois; and WHEREAS, it has come to the attention of the District that two parcels immediately adjacent to the north boundary of the Joe Louis Golf Course (“Parcel 1” and “Parcel 2”) and suitable for use by the District as a forest preserve are tax delinquent; and that a parcel immediately adjacent to the eastern Boundary of Parcel 2 (“Parcel 3”) and suitable for use by the District
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0147

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 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: refer
Result: Pass

15-0108

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0108
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Planning and Development Vendor: IMEX, LLC, Schaumburg, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to extend contract Good(s) or Service(s): Construction services for site utilities and site improvements for five prefabricated comfort stations Original Contract Period: 10/16/2013-10/15/2014- twelve (12) months from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed Proposed Contract Period Extension: 10/16/2014 - 6/30/2015 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $1,110,060.00 Original Approval: FINA0068, 9/10/2013, $1,110,060.00 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: N/A Estimated Fiscal Impact: None Accounts: Building Accounts 51-6710 and 52-6710 Contract Number(s): 13-80-40 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: Contract 13-80-40 includes site utilities and site improvements for five
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0114

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0114
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Intergovernmental Agreement
Title: PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT Department: Conservation and Experiential Programming Other Part(ies): University of Illinois Extension, Champaign, Illinois Request: Authorization to enter into Interagency Agreement with the University of Illinois Extension Goods or Services: Environmental education and outreach services Agreement Number(s): N/A Agreement Period: 01/20/2015-12/31/2015 Fiscal Impact: $250,000.00 Accounts: Corporate Fund Districtwide Services 01-6919 Summary: The University of Illinois Extension ("Extension") will provide educational and public outreach programs, thus significantly expanding educational opportunities for youth and adult populations within Cook County. Extension will also provide professional training workshops for Forest Preserve staff and assist in growing the number of Master Naturalists and Master Gardeners that volunteer with the Preserves. The Forest Preserve Conservation & Experiential Programming staff will work with Extension staff to coordinate and direct these educational activities. The Universi
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0116

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0116
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Partnership Agreement
Title: PROPOSED PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT Request: requesting authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (the “Preserves”) to enter into a Partnership Agreement with Fishin’ Buddies, Inc.. Reason: For more than twenty years, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (the “District”) has partnered with Fishin’ Buddies to provide educational and recreational outdoor programs and activities to underserved youth in Cook County. For the last six years, Fishin Buddies has sponsored several programs including, but not limited to, the Youth Conservation Conference (“YCC”), an intensive, four-week boot camp for High School youth; the Fall Fishing Derby, a team fishing contest at Waumpu Lake in September; and the C.O.R.E Kids program, a winter/outdoor program for elemetary and middle school youth. Those youth who complete the YCC also may be eligible for a two-week paid intership at District. The total cost of these programs offered by Fishin; Buddies is about $77,000.00. It is requested that the District be given authority to proceed as a sponsor for the programs listed b
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0119

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0119
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Finance and Administration Vendor: PNC Bank, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Electronic payment card services Contract Value: Revenue Generating, $179,000.00 Contract period: 2/15/2015 - 7/31/2017 Estimated Revenue: FY 2015, 2015, $46,000.00, FY 2016, $83,000.00 and FY 2017 $50,000.00 Accounts: Rebate Revenue, 01-5522 Contract Number(s): 1488-13855 Cook County Approved on 7/23/2014 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: PNC Bank will provide the Forest Preserve District of Cook County with electronic payment card services, utilizing a virtual credit card for vendor payments, this is cost effective, flexible and user friendly with strong security, antifraud and reconciliation features. The Forest Preserve is seeking to procure the same services provided b
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0138

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0138
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting (CAFR) Award Report Period: Fiscal Year End 2013 Summary: The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

15-0140

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0140
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Procurements and Disbursements Report Report Period: 11/1/2014 - 11/30/2014 Summary: Submitting the Procurements and Disbursements Report for the period. 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

15-0146

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0146
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Finance & Administration Vendor: Systems Solutions, Inc., Northbrook, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County to increase contract Good(s) or Service(s): Computer hardware, software and hardware maintenance Original Contract Period: 07/11/2012 - 07/10/2015 Proposed Contract Period Extension: N/A Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $520,000.00 Original Approval: 07/02/2012, $200,000.00 Previous Increase(s): 05/13/2013, $20,000.00 and 06/18/2013, $300,000.00 This Increase Requested: $300,000.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2015 $300,000.00 Accounts: Computer Equipment, Supplies and Software Accounts, 01-6310, 01-6372 and 09-6374 Contract Number(s): 11-84-167cc 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 Forest Preserve District wishes to continue to utilize the Cook County System Solutions
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0115

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0115
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Miscellaneous Item of Business
Title: PROPOSED MISCELLANEOUS ITEM OF BUSINESS Department: Forest Preserves of Cook County Summary: Calendar items for the Forest Preserves of Cook County for 1/20/2015 - 2/11/2015. Mondays, 1/12 - 5/18 (except 4/20); 10 - 11 am Story Time in the Lenhardt Library, Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe Stories and activities for children ages 2 to 5, accompanied by a caregiver. Free. Tuesday, 1/20; 5 - 7 pm Winter Wellness in the Woods Thatcher Woods, River Forest Reap the benefits of exercising outside in nature. Instructor-led workouts will include a variety of winter-related activities. Learn how to dress for exercise in cold conditions. Call 708-771-1010 for details and to reserve a spot. Saturday, 1/24; 9 am - 3 pm Ski Fest, Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, Lemont Celebrate cross-country skiing at Sagawau’s winter wonderland. Experience our groomed trails at this slide-and-glide party for skiers of all levels. Saturday, 1/24; 1:30 pm Raptors in Winter, Little Red Schoolhouse, Willow Springs Learn about Illinois raptors and how they survive in winter.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

14-1017

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 14-1017
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 - 9/30/2014 Summary: Submitting report for referral to the Contract Compliance Committee.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

14-1018

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 14-1018
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 Expenditure Report Report Period: 1/1/2014 - 9/30/2014 Summary: Submitting report referral to the Contract Compliance Committee.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

14-1019

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 14-1019
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 - 6/30/2014 Summary: Submitting report for referral to the Contract Compliance Committee.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

15-0145

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0145
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 12-16-2014 .
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0113

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0113
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: wef
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Facilities and Fleet Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Currie Motors, Frankfort, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Vehicles and Maintenance Purchase for thirteen (13) 2015 Ford Escape 4x4 SUV Fiscal Impact: $308,919.00 Accounts: Vehicles and Maintenance, 25-6625 Contract Number(s): National Joint Powers Alliance Number 129-Board Approval 07/22/2014 Summary: This purchase is for thirteen (13) 2015 Vehicles to be used throughout the District and includes maintenance services.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0123

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0123
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Facilities and Fleet Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: BCR Automotive Group, DBA Roesch Ford, Bensenville, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): 2015 Ford F350 Ext. Cab Fiscal Impact: $36,013.36 Accounts: Vehicles and Maintenance, 09-6625 and 25-6625 Contract Number(s): City of Chicago Contract #26573, Board Approval Date 07/22/2014 Summary: This purchase is for one (1) 2015 Ford F350 Ext. Cab vehicle to be used throughout the District and includes maintenance services.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0124

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0124
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Facilities and Fleet Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: BCR Automotive Group, DBA Roesch Ford, Bensenville, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Eighteen (18) 2015 Ford Explorer Fiscal Impact: $602,448.00 Accounts: Vehicles and Maintenance, 09-6625 and 25-6625 Contract Number(s): City of Chicago Contract #26235, Board Approval 07/22/2014 Summary: This purchase is for Eighteen (18) 2015 Ford Explorer vehicles to be used throughout the District and includes maintenance services.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0129

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0129
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: $449,328.28 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

15-0130

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0130
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: All-Bry Construction, Burr Ridge, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $170,474.71 Accounts: 25-6710, Building Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-01-G7R2 Summary: Warming Shelter Building and Site Improvements at Swallow Cliff
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0131

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0131
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: $161,482.55 Accounts: 25-6780, Trail Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-02-03C1-R Summary: Bridges, Culverts & Underpass Repair & Replacement, Regions 7-9 at the following locations: Cal Sag Channel Tributary (FP115), Paddock Woods (FP130), Papoose Lake, Dan Ryan Woods Underpass, Schubert’s Woods (FP63) and Woodrow Wilson Woods (Fp65 & 66)
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0132

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0132
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: $582,422.68 Accounts: 25-6730 Camp Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-03-003-C Summary: Camp Sullivan Group Development, Phase 1
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0133

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0133
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: $442,191.87 Accounts: 25-6730 Camp Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-01-004-C Summary: Camp Reinberg Development
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0134

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0134
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: $611,240.02 Accounts: 25-6730, Camp Account Contract Number(s): 13-80-03-006-C Summary: Camp Bullfrog/Maple Lake Development
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0137

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0137
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: $325,487.89 Accounts: Camp Account, 25-6730 Contract Number(s): 13-80-03-002-C Summary: Camp Shabbona Development
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0142

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0142
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Disbursement
Title: PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT Department(s): Planning & Development Action: Disbursement Approval Payee: Plata Corporation, Chicago, Illinois Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services Fiscal Impact: $292,922.20 Accounts: Building Account, 25-6710 Contract Number(s): 13-80-01-G2R3 Summary: Indian Boundary Maintenance Division Headquarters and Golf Course
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0109

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0109
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 “Forest Preserves”) to enter into a contract with Chicago Commercial Construction, Chicago, Illinois, for site improvements and interpretive elements at Deer Grove East near Palatine and Killdeer Meadow near Tinley Park, including new signs, stone seating and sculptural elements Reason: Contract 13-80-02-05C4-R; Deer Grove and Tinley Creek Site Improvements. The work includes, but is not limited to, earthwork, stone trail installation, concrete paving, arched bridge, landscape restoration, signage and other interpretive elements, and other related work as specified in the plans & specifications. Bid Opening Date: 12/19/2014 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid 1. Chicago Commercial Construction $836,289.65 2. Industria, Inc. $859,316.00 3. Cornerstone Contracting, Inc. $949,000.00 4. Pan Oceanic Engineering Co., Inc. $1,241,126.00
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0110

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0110
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 “Forest Preserves”) to enter into a contract with Path Construction, Arlington Heights, Illinois, recreation landscape improvements at Swallow Cliff-north near Palos Park including construction of new stairs on the west side of the sledding hill, repair and regarding of the existing sledding hill and related site improvements Reason: Contract 13-80-02-16C2; Swallow Cliff Site Improvements. The work includes, but is not limited to, site grading, concrete paving, cast-in-place concrete, concrete stair steps, limestone stair steps, railing, drainage piping, landscape restoration, and other related work as specified in the plans & specifications Bid Opening Date: 12/10/2014 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid Additional Work Item’s #1* Total Bid 1. Path Construction $739,400.00 $19,476.00 $758,876.00 2. Schaefges Brothers $774,989.68 $24,272.00 $799,261.68
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0112

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0112
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 “Forest Preserves”) to enter into a contract with Chicago Commercial Construction, Chicago, Illinois, for recreation landscape improvements at Miller Meadow in Maywood, Beck Lake dog area in Glenview and Bremen Grove dog area in Tinley Park. Miller Meadow improvements include flying field relocation, access paths from parking lots to shelters, new off-leash dog area and a new loop trail. New shade shelters and gate improvements planned at Bremen & Beck Lake off-leash dog areas Reason: Contract 13-80-02-06C4-R; Miller Meadow, Beck Lake, and Bremen Grove Site Improvements. The work includes, but is not limited to, site grading, fencing, concrete, asphalt, drainage piping, new shelters, swipe card system, landscape restoration, and other related work as specified in the plans & specifications. Bid Opening Date: 12/19/2014 Bid Results: Firm Base Bid Additional Item
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0118

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0118
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 Homer Tree Care, Inc., Lockport, Illinois Reason: Contract #14-31-122 consists of the removal, topping or pruning of three hundred fifty-two (352) trees (due mostly to the impacts of Emerald Ash Borer), in accordance with the Preserves specifications in Region 4, Skokie Division. Homer Tree Care, Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder of the three (3) bidders. Bid Opening Date: 11/19/2014 Bid Results: 1. Homer Tree Care, Inc. $50,300.00 2. Clean Cut Tree Service, Inc. $95,000.00 3. Trees “R” Us, Inc. $283,600.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: $50,300.00 Contract Period: Sixty (60) working days from the issuance of notice to proceed Account Name/Number: Habitat Restoration 09-6750, EAB Tree Removal 09-6756, EAB Tree Removal 09-914-6756, Habitat Restoration 10-6750 District: 13 and 14 Concurrence(s): The vendor has met
Action: approve
Result: Pass

15-0144

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:48:25 GMT

File #: 15-0144
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Finance and Administration Request: Receive and File Report Title: Corporate Fund Analysis of Revenue & Expenses Report Period: 11/1/2014 - 11/30/2014 Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis Report for November 2014
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass