Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Meeting of FPD Board of Commissioners on 1/23/2024 at 10:00 AM

24-0095

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0095
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Consent Calendar Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION HONORING THE SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS OF GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT ARNOLD RANDALL TO THE FOREST PRESERVES OF COOK COUNTY WHEREAS, Arnold Randall has served as the General Superintendent of the Forest Preserves of Cook County since his appointment in 2010, and as the leader of one of the country’s oldest and largest forest preserve districts, he has focused on restoring and protecting these lands and has been ardently committed to ensuring that all people feel welcome in the forest preserves; and WHEREAS, because of his leadership as General Superintendent, the Forest Preserves is forever committed to making everyone feel welcome and to being an important asset to Cook County residents. Under his direction the Forest Preserves dedicated itself to offering innovative new programs, expanding opportunities for collaboration, adopting strategies that ensure meaningful public engagement, and developing master plans and accelerating the work to expand and preserve the unique natural areas of Cook County; and WHEREAS, through Arnold’s visionary and transfo
Action: suspend the rules
Result: Pass

24-0095

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

24-0056

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0056
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Appointment
Title: PROPOSED APPOINTMENT Appointee(s): Eileen Figel Position: Interim General Superintendent Effective Date: January 24, 2024 Expiration Date: Upon the appointment of a permanent General Superintendent or another Interim General Superintendent Summary: The General Superintendent has full administrative authority in all matters pertaining to the Forest Preserves of Cook County, subject to the direction of the President of the Board of Commissioners. The current General Superintendent will vacate the position January 23, 2024. In the case of a vacancy in the position of General Superintendent, it is necessary to appoint an Acting or Interim General Superintendent to perform the duties of the General Superintendent and said Acting or Interim General Superintendent shall have the full authority to execute the duties and responsibilities of the General Superintendent position. It is imperative for the successful operation of the Forest Preserves of Cook County that the duties of the General Superintendent continue to be carried out in an efficient and transparent manner. Eileen
Action: suspend the rules
Result: Pass

24-0056

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

24-0054

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0054
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION AUTHORIZED SIGNATORIES WHEREAS, the FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF COOK COUNTY (the “Forest Preserves”) has authorized various banks as depositories of its accounts; and WHEREAS, from time to time, the Forest Preserves may also seek to open lines of credit or purchase appeal bonds from various insurers, bond companies or other institutions to cover the costs of judgments against the Forest Preserves in the event the Forest Preserves, upon Board approval, decides to appeal such judgments; and WHEREAS, the various banks that serve as depositories of the Forest Preserves’ accounts require the manual or facsimile signature of duly elected or appointed Officers of the Forest Preserves for the warrants, checks drafts or other orders on these accounts; and WHEREAS, the various insurers, bond companies and other institutions with whom the Forest Preserves may seek to open a line of credit, or from whom the Forest Preserves may seek to purchase an appeal bond, may require the manual or facsimile signatures of duly elected or appointed Officers of the Forest
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0097

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0097
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE FOREST PRESERVES TO ENTER INTO SUPPLEMENTAL LOCAL PUBLIC AGENCY AGREEMENT FOR DESIGN OF THE DES PLAINES TRAIL BRIDGE OVER THE UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD NORTH OF GOLF ROAD WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) has sought and been awarded the following: (1) Grade Crossing Protection Funds (“GCPF”) from the Illinois Commerce Commission (“ICC”), a federally-funded program administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation (“IDOT”), and (2) Invest in Cook (“IIC”) funds from the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (“DOTH”) to facilitate engineering and construction of a multi-use bridge over the Union Pacific Railroad for the Des Plaines Trail (the “Project”); and WHEREAS, as a prerequisite for IDOT to reimburse the Forest Preserves for its awarded Phase II engineering expenses related to the Project, IDOT required a local public agency agreement to be in place between the Forest Preserves and IDOT; and WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves Board of Commissioners approved a prior Resolution on September
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0092

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0092
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Grant Award
Title: PROPOSED GRANT AWARD Department: Department of Resource Management Grantee: Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) Grantor: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Request: Authorization to accept grant and permit the General Superintendent authority to execute the grant agreement on behalf of the President of the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners. Purpose: Authorization is sought for the Forest Preserves to accept grant and enter into a grant agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to restore and enhance 63.4 acres of habitat and support a variety of community engagement activities at Bemis Woods. Grant Amount: $125,000.00 Grant Period: 1/1/2024 (retroactive) - 8/31/2026 Fiscal Impact: Not to exceed $126,000.00 in direct match, which includes approximately $1,000.00 of in-kind support for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the project. Accounts: Professional Services 51033.520840; Grant and Mitigation 51010.521444 and 51010.520840; and all future Professional Services and Grant and Mitigation accounts C
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0001

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0001
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Intergovernmental Agreement
Title: PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT Department: Department of Planning and Development Other Part(ies): Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (“MWRD”), Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization to enter into a new expanded intergovernmental agreement with MWRD Goods or Services: Master agreement for the following: (1) MWRD financial support for green infrastructure projects on Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) land; (2) mutual waiver of license and other fees for projects proposed by either agency that otherwise meet the respective agency’s permit or license review criteria; and (3) clarification of environmental inspection obligations for MWRD land leased by the Forest Preserves. Agreement Number(s): N/A Agreement Period: Five (5) years from the Effective Date regarding joint green infrastructure projects and the mutual waiver of fees, and thirty (30) years from the Effective Date with automatic one-year renewals regarding maintenance of the completed green infrastructure projects Fiscal Impact: Revenue Generating for Green In
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0004

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0004
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Intergovernmental Agreement Amendment
Title: PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT AMENDMENT Department: Department of Conservation and Experiential Programming Other Part(ies): City of Chicago and Chicago Park District, Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and amend existing intergovernmental agreement. Goods or Services: Increased and continued funding of the not-for-profit NeighborSpace Agreement Number: N/A Agreement Period: Original: 1/1/2021 - 12/31/2025, with the option for a five (5) year renewal at the discretion of the General Superintendent. Proposed Extension 1/1/2026 - 12/31/2033, with the option for a five (5) year renewal at the discretion of the General Superintendent. Fiscal Impact: Original: Not to exceed $500,000; Proposed Amendment: Not to exceed $1,500,000 for years 2024-2038. FY 2024 $100,000.00, FY 2025 $100,000.00, FY 2026 $100,000.00, FY 2027 $100,000.00, FY 2028 $100,000.00, FY 2029 $100,000.00, FY 2030 $100,000.00, FY 2031 $100,000.00, FY 2032 $100,000.00, FY 2033 $100,000.00, FY 2034 $100,000.00 (optional),
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0005

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0005
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Intergovernmental Agreement Amendment
Title: PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT AMENDMENT Department: Department of Planning and Development Other Part(ies): Illinois Department of Natural Resources (“IDNR”) Request: Authorization to amend an existing Intergovernmental Agreement (“IGA”) Goods or Services: For removal of certain dams on the Des Plaines River and North Branch of the Chicago River Agreement Number: Amendment #4 to OWR-292 Agreement Period: Original (10/23/2013 - 6/30/2016); Amendment #1 (1/9/2015 - 6/30/2016); IGA suspended by IDNR effective 6/30/2015; Amendment #2 (7/1/2016 - 6/30/2020); Amendment #3 (7/1/2020 - 6/30/2024); Proposed Extension Period for Amendment #4 (7/1/2024 - 6/30/2027) Fiscal Impact: Not to exceed $1,100,000.00 (fully reimbursable by IDNR to the Forest Preserves) Accounts: Professional Services 51010.520830; Special or Co-op Programs 51010.521313; and Land Improvements 51010.560019 District(s): Districtwide Summary: The Forest Preserves seeks authorization to amend and extend an existing intergovernmental agreement with IDNR. Under the existing intergovernmental agreeme
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0002

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0002
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Planning and Development Vendor: Terra Engineering, Ltd., Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and increase an existing engineering services contract Good(s) or Service(s): Engineering services for bridge over Union Pacific Railroad tracks on the Des Plaines River Trail Original Contract Period: 6/16/2020 - 12/31/2022; (Administrative Extension) 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023 Proposed Contract Period Extension: 1/1/2024 (retroactive) - 6/30/2025 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $292,296.01 Original Approval: 6/16/2020, $292,296.01 Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: $82,500.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $82,500.00 Accounts: Professional Services 51010.520830, 51009.520830, 51033.520830, 51034.520830; and future Construction and Development accounts Contract Number(s): Contract #74000007884 issued under Solicitation #20-80-005199 per Request for Qualifications 17-80-31B, Des Plaines River Trail Propos
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0075

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0075
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Law Enforcement Request: Refer to Law Enforcement Committee Report Title: Model Policing Report Period: October 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023 Summary: Report on the status to achieve the goal of a Model Forest Preserves Police Department.
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0053

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0053
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Office of the County Auditor Request: Refer to Audit Committee Report Title: OCA FPD FY23 4th Quarter Open Recommendations Report Period: December 2023 Summary: Status Report on Open Recommendations regarding Forest Preserves of Cook County.
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0061

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0061
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: 11/1/2023 - 11/30/2023 Summary: Submitting the Procurement and Disbursement Report for the period of November 2023. 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

24-0060

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0060
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Departments of Legal and Finance Request: Receive and File Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Report - November 2023 Report Period: 11/1/2023 - 11/30/2023 Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County Departments of Legal and Finance are submitting Workers’ Compensation Claim Payments for the month of November 2023. Payments total $186,582.61 for November 2023.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0087

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0087
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: 1/23/2024 -2/27/2024. Please check the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s website for updates and changes. Thursday, 1/25; 10am - 12pm Winter Workshop-Woodworking, Rolling Knolls, Elgin Repurpose the common European buckthorn into something new. Registration required. Ages 10 and up.?Equipment provided. Please call (773) 758-8899. Thursday, 1/25; 7pm Full Moon Walk, Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington Discover Crabtree at night by the light of the Wolf Moon. Registration required. Ages 8 and up. Please call (847) 381-6592. Friday, 1/26 through Friday 2/16; 9am - 4pm Story Trail: “Over and Under the Snow, Trailside Museum, River Forest Walk a short trail and read the posted story, then pick up a craft and activity bag.? ? Friday, 1/26; 4:30pm - 6:30pm Woodburning & Watercolors, Sand Ridge Nature Center, South Holland Be inspired by the winter landscape and create pieces of ar
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0057

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0057
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation)
Title: RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION) Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation -1/23/2024 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: $0.00 Legal Fees for 1/23/2024 to Be Approved: $61,672.51
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0059

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0059
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Recommendation of the Finance Subcomittee (Workers' Compensation)
Title: RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (WORKERS’ COMPENSATION) Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Workers’ Compensation - 1/23/2024 The Finance Subcommittee on Workers’ Compensation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval: Workers’ Compensation Claims approved Fiscal Year 2024 to present: $0.00 Workers’ Compensation Claims to Be Approved: $162,392.10 Workers’ Compensation Lien Recovery approved Fiscal Year 2024 to present: $0.00 Workers’ Compensation Lien Recovery to be Approved: $12,500.00
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0593

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 23-0593
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Finance and Administration Request: Refer to Finance Committee Report Title: American Rescue Plan Act Sub-Award Annual Report Report Period: 7/26/2022 - 9/30/2023 Summary: This report serves as an annual update on the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s (the “Forest Preserves”) American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”) sub-award funds pursuant to Board Resolution No. 22-0289. This report covers the period of July 26, 2022 through September 30, 2023 and includes Forest Preserves’ expenditures and activities for ARPA projects. ARPA funds seek to address the negative health and economic impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on communities nationwide. The Forest Preserves remained open throughout the pandemic and saw firsthand how important nature is to the residents of Cook County, with visitor numbers jumping from an estimated 62 million visits per year to 100 million during this time. ARPA funds support the Forest Preserves mission in providing access to nature to all residents of Cook County.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0072

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0072
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: 1/1/2023 - 11/30/2023 Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures for November 2023.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0107

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 24-0107
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 12/12/2023.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0595

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 23-0595
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A FOREST PRESERVE NEAR SPRING LAKE AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE in part of Section 9, Township 42 North, Range 9, East of the Third Principal Meridian, all in Cook County, Illinois near Spring Lake in District 15. 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, pleasure,
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0596

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 23-0596
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Sale or Purchase of Real Estate
Title: PROPOSED SALE OR PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE Department(s): Legal Department Other Part(ies): Parkway Bank and Trust Company, as Trustee under Trust Agreement Dated October 1, 2017 and known as Trust Number 15761 (Owner of Record) Request: It is respectfully requested that this proposed purchase be approved. Description of Real Estate: 340 Old Sutton Road, Barrington Hills, Cook County, Illinois 60010 Section: N/A Parcel(s): PIN: 01-09-102-015-0000 THAT PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID EAST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER, 1038.00 FEET NORTH FROM THE SOUTHWEST CORNER THEREOF, FOR A POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID WEST LINE OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER, 564.17 FEET TO A POINT LYING 363.94 FEET SOUTH (AS MEASURED ON SAID WEST LINE) FROM THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 9; THENCE EAST 812.10 FEET TO A POI
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0597

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 23-0597
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A FOREST PRESERVE NEAR SPRING LAKE AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE in part of Section 9, Township 42 North, Range 9, East of the Third Principal Meridian, all in Cook County, Illinois near Spring Lake in District 15. 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, pleasure,
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0598

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 23-0598
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Sale or Purchase of Real Estate
Title: PROPOSED SALE OR PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE Department(s): Legal Department Other Part(ies): Gilda Jafari, Robert Jafari and Sam Jafari, As Co-Trustees Of The Kianoosh And Soussan Jafari Irrevocable Trust Dated February 8, 1999, as to an Undivided ½ Interest; Soussan Jafari, Gilda Jafari, Robert Jafari, And Sam Jafari, as Co-Trustees Of The Kianoosh Jafari 2010 Family Trust Dated October 14, 2010, as to an Undivided ½ Interest. (Owners of Record) Request: It is respectfully requested that this proposed purchase be approved. Description of Real Estate: 339 Old Sutton Road, Barrington Hills, Illinois 60010 Section: N/A Parcel(s): PINs: 01-09-102-013-0000 & 01-09-102-016-0000 PARCEL 1: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE CENTER LINE OF SUTTON ROAD 646.77 FEET NORTH OF (AS MEASURED ALONG SAID CENTER LINE) THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 9 THENCE NORTH 29 DEGREES 17 M
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0599

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 23-0599
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A FOREST PRESERVE NEAR SPRING LAKE AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE in part of Section 9, Township 42 North, Range 9, East of the Third Principal Meridian, all in Cook County, Illinois near Spring Lake in District 15. 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, pleasure,
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0600

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 23-0600
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Sale or Purchase of Real Estate
Title: PROPOSED SALE OR PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE Department(s): Legal Department Other Part(ies): Gilda Jafari, Robert Jafari and Sam Jafari, as Co-Trustees of The Kianoosh And Soussan Jafari Irrevocable Trust Dated February 8, 1999, as to an Undivided ½ Interest; Soussan Jafari, Gilda Jafari, Robert Jafari, and Sam Jafari, as Co-Trustees of The Kianoosh Jafari 2010 Family Trust Dated October 14, 2010, as to an Undivided ½ Interest. (Owners of Record) Request: It is respectfully requested that this proposed purchase be approved. Description of Real Estate: 338 Old Sutton Road, Barrington Hills, Illinois, 60010 Section: N/A Parcel(s): PIN: 01-09-102-014-0000 THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING ON THE CENTER LINE OF SUTTON ROAD 646.77 FEET NORTH OF (MEASURED ALONG SAID CENTER LINE) THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 9; THENCE NORTH 29 DEGREES 17 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST ALONG A LI
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0612

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:51 GMT

File #: 23-0612
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A FOREST PRESERVE NEAR CAMP SULLIVAN WOODS AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE in part of Section 18, Township 36 North, Range 13, East of the Third Principal Meridian, all in Cook County, Illinois near Camp Sullivan in District 6. 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

23-0613

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:51 GMT

File #: 23-0613
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Sale or Purchase of Real Estate
Title: PROPOSED SALE OR PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE Department(s): Legal Department Other Part(ies): Feras Alhaj (Owner of Record) Request: It is respectfully requested that this proposed purchase be approved. Description of Real Estate: 15701 151st Street, Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois 60462 Section: N/A Parcel(s): PIN: 28-18-100-001-0000 THE NORTH 12 ACRES OF THE WEST ½ OF THE NORTHWEST ¼ OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 36 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT THE WEST 70 FEET), IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SAID PARCEL CONTAINING 490,050 SQUARE FEET, OR 11.25 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. Fiscal Impact: $475,000.00 purchase price plus closing costs up to $10,000.00 (up to $485,000.00 in total). Accounts: Real Estate and Land Acquisition Fund 51006.560010 District(s): 6 Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) has identified a parcel of land for acquisition that would add to the Forest Preserves’ current holdings near Camp Sullivan Woods (the “Property”). The Property, commonly known as 15701 151st St
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0564

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:50 GMT

File #: 23-0564
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Planning and Development Request: Refer to Capital Development & Ecological Restoration Committee Report Title: 2024 Update to the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan Report Period: Five (5) Years, 2024-2028 Summary: This report is an update of capital improvement projects and funding needs for the next five (5) years (2024-2028). Capital improvement needs were identified by Forest Preserves’ staff, partner organizations and members of the public. The draft report can be downloaded from the Forest Preserves’ website. Comments can be submitted on that web page. A final report will be issued in January.
Action: approve
Result: Pass

23-0588

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:34:51 GMT

File #: 23-0588
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Department of Permits, Rentals and Concessions Request: Refer to Recreation and Engagement Committee Report Title: Event and Permit Application Survey Report Period: 2023 Summary: The Department of Permits, Rentals and Concessions (“PRC”) contracts with a third-party consultant, Penn and Associates, to survey customers who hold picnics or special events in our groves on a weekly basis throughout the summer months. This year, one thousand, three hundred and eighty-seven (1,387) patrons completed questionnaires, a 26.5% response rate. Overall, customer satisfaction increased in 2023 compared to a year ago and the results showed continuous month-by-month improvement throughout the 2023 season. PRC, Department of Landscape Maintenance, and Department of Law Enforcement staff who interacted with customers all received extremely high ratings. The full report and presentation include detailed findings. Results of the survey are reviewed by all relevant staff on a weekly basis during the summer months to gauge and improve areas of operations within
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass