https://fpdcc.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=8125541&GUID=CB2955E1-AD37-4EB3-997C-7638CE360ED5Legistar15https://fpdcc.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=8125541&GUID=CB2955E1-AD37-4EB3-997C-7638CE360ED5CB2955E1-AD37-4EB3-997C-7638CE360ED5-2026-07-10-18-45-28Title: PROPOSED INTERAGENCY AGREEMENT AMENDMENT Department(s): Office of the General Superintendent Other Part(ies): Chicago Zoological Society, Brookfield, Illinois Request: To amend an agreement between the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) and the Chicago Zoological Society (the “Zoo” or “CZS”) to temporarily expand the area of Forest Preserves property designated for Zoo purposes Good(s) or Service(s): Maintenance and operation of a zoological park on lands of the Forest Preserves, commonly known as the Brookfield Zoo Chicago Agreement Period: Original 4/8/1986 - 4/7/2026; Board Approved Extension 4/8/2026 - 4/7/2027 Proposed Agreement Extension: N/A Fiscal Impact: N/A (other than funding through annual budget appropriation) Accounts: N/A Agreement Number(s): N/A District(s): 16 Summary: On 10/22/2024, CZS unveiled its Next Century Plan (see Board Item No. 24-0307), with a goal of revolutionizing animal habitats and spaces; embracing sustainable practices; transforming guest experience and accessibility; and expanding contributions to environFri, 10 Jul 2026 18:45:28 GMT