Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Meeting of FPD Board of Commissioners on 10/22/2024 at 10:00 AM

24-0305

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:35 GMT

File #: 24-0305
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION 2025 BOARD AGENDA MEETING ANNUAL CALENDAR DATES AND LOCATIONS WHEREAS, in accordance with Title 1, Chapter 5, Section 4-1(a) of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners shall hold regular meetings pursuant to an annual calendar adopted by resolution of the Board; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 2.03 of the Illinois Open Meetings Act, every public body shall give public notice of the schedule of regular meetings at the beginning of each calendar or fiscal year and shall state the regular dates, times and places of such meetings; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by President Toni Preckwinkle and the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners (the “Board”): 1. That the Board shall hold its regular meetings of the Board on the following dates during calendar year 2025, the time for holding the specified meetings is 10:00 a.m., local time: Tuesday, January 14 Tuesday, February 4 Tuesday, March 11 Tuesday, April 8 Tuesday,
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0421

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:08:05 GMT

File #: 24-0421
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE ORDINANCE for the Levy of Taxes for the Year 2024 BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County: Section 1. That this Ordinance is and the same is hereby termed the “Ordinance for the Levy of Taxes for the Year 2024.” Section 2. That the Committee on Finance of the Board of Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois has considered the subject of the Annual Tax Levy for the year 2024 and the several sums necessary to be levied to meet the needs and requirements of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County for said year and has recommended that this ordinance for the levy of taxes be adopted. Section 3. That the Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, heretofore having approved and adopted the Annual Appropriation Ordinance for the Forest Preserve District of Cook County for the year commencing January 1, 2024 at its meeting held November 14, 2023, which ordinance was published by authority of said Board as provided by law and which portion of said Appr
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0416

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:47 GMT

File #: 24-0416
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A FOREST PRESERVE NEAR SWEET WOODS AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE in part of Section 11, Township 35 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, all in Cook County, Illinois near Sweet Woods in District 5. 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, and
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0417

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:47 GMT

File #: 24-0417
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Acquisition of Real Estate
Title: PROPOSED PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE Department(s): Legal Department Other Part(ies): The Conservation Fund, A Nonprofit Corporation (Owner of Record) Request: It is respectfully requested that this proposed purchase be approved. Description of Real Estate: Parts of 19100 E. Glenwood Dyer Road & 2990 Ridge Road, Unincorporated Cook County, Illinois Section: N/A Parcel(s): Part of PINs: 32-11-301-001-0000 & 32-11-400-004-0000 PARCEL C: THAT PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER LYING SOUTH OF GLENWOOD-DYER ROAD OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AND THAT PART OF THE WEST HALF (EXCEPT THE EAST 990.0 FEET THEREOF MEASURED ON SOUTH LINE) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHICH LIES SOUTH OF GLENWOOD-DYER ROAD, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 11; THENCE SOUTH 89° 39’ 53” WEST A DISTANCE OF 1322.00 FEET TO THE SOUT
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0311

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:47 GMT

File #: 24-0311
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FEES AND OCCUPANCY OF DISTRICT LANDS BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 1 (Administrative), Chapter 9 (Land Acquisitions and Dedications) of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as follows: CHAPTER 9 LAND ACQUISITIONS AND DEDICATIONS FEES AND OCCUPANCY OF DISTRICT LANDS 1-9-1: [REPEALED] LAND ACQUISITIONS. A. Appraisals Required: All land recommended for purchase by the Land Acquisition Team shall be appraised by a competent real estate appraiser. 1. No surplus real estate owned by the District shall be sold or exchanged unless two written independent fee appraisal reports have first been obtained and presented to the District Board of Commissioners and the proposed sale or exchange has been presented to the Real Estate Committee. At least one of such appraisals shall be an M.A.I. appraisal. The grantee may be required to pay the cost of such appraisals as a condition of conveyance of the real estate proposed to be sold or exchanged.
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0313

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 18:08:21 GMT

File #: 24-0313
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT ACQUISITION, CONVEYANCE, LICENSE AND USE OF DISTRICT PROPERTY BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 2 (Forest Preserve Lands and Property), Chapter 5 (Authorized Conveyance of Property) of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances is hereby repealed in its entirety and the following ordinance provisions are substituted in its place: 2-5-1 Purpose and Policy Objectives 2-5-2 Definitions 2-5-3 Land Acquisitions 2-5-4 Conveyances 2-5-5 Licenses 2-5-6 Easements and Rights-of-Way 2-5-7 Vacations 2-5-8 Annexation 2-5-9 Eminent Domain 2-5-10 Resolution of Encroachments 2-5-11 Required Review Factors; Procedure 2-5-12 Supplemental Mitigation Measures and Public Amenities and/or Benefits 2-5-13 No Net Loss of Land Over Time; Annual Reporting Click for full text: [https://bit.ly/3Y7EpJ1] Effective date: This ordinance amendment shall be in effect on January 1, 2025.
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0314

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:47 GMT

File #: 24-0314
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Ordinance Amendment
Title: PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT LICENSE PROCESS BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 5 (Public Utilities), Chapter 2 (Franchises), Article A (Utility Companies and Other "For Profit" Entities) and Article B (Municipalities and Other Governmental Agencies) of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances are hereby amended as follows: *** 5-2A-4: LICENSE FEE. In addition to those special fees as may be recommended by District staff, the fee for licenses issued under this Article will be determined by multiplying the acres used by the cost per acre. Acres used will be calculated by multiplying the linear footage shown on the license application (or revised application) by the width required for future maintenance of the facilities. The minimum width will be fifteen (15) feet for all licenses regardless of the facilities installed or location of said facilities. Requests for widths above fifteen (15) feet must include an explanation justifying the need for additional width. The minimum license fee wi
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0405

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:35 GMT

File #: 24-0405
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Resolution
Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION ADOPTION OF THE 2024 COOK COUNTY MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves of Cook County (“Forest Preserves”) recognizes the threat that natural hazards pose to people and property within the Forest Preserves and recognizes the importance of reducing or eliminating vulnerability to disasters caused by natural hazards for the overall good and welfare of the community; and WHEREAS, on October 10, 2000, the U.S. Congress passed the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (“Act”) which provides the legal framework for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) mitigation and planning requirements for state, local, and tribal governments as a condition of mitigation grant assistance, emphasizing the need for pre-disaster mitigation of potential hazards; and WHEREAS, as a condition of future funding for mitigation projects, the Act requires jurisdictions to prepare and adopt hazard mitigation plans to identify and address certain vulnerabilities that exist prior to and during a disaster; and WHEREAS, FEMA supports disaster g
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0371

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 21:38:24 GMT

File #: 24-0371
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Agreement
Title: PROPOSED AGREEMENT Vendor: The Eugene S. Pike House Foundation, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into an agreement Reason: An agreement with The Eugene S. Pike House Foundation, Inc. (“Pike House Foundation”) for the donation of material and labor for roof repair services for the Eugene S. Pike House (the “Pike House”), a Forest Preserves owned building, located at 1826 W. 91st Street, within the Dan Ryan Woods preserves in Chicago, Illinois. This donation of roof repair services will be at no cost to the Forest Preserves and be subject to the confirmation of funding and other terms and conditions, including, without limitation, the utilization of prevailing-wage labor, securing all the required Cook County Building and Zoning permits, insurance coverage for all services and materials associated with the roof repair, indemnification of the Forest Preserves, and compliance with all other applicable law. This work is related to an existing understanding between the Pike House Founda
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0411

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:35:52 GMT

File #: 24-0411
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Agreement
Title: PROPOSED AGREEMENT Vendor: Village of Willow Springs, Sarah Halladay, Sarah’s Family Riding Center, Sarah’s Pony Rides, Eugene Halladay, The Eugene Halladay Trust, Willows Springs, Illinois Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into a parking agreement Reason: The Forest Preserves currently owns an approximately 9,450 square foot gravel lot in Buffalo Woods directly between the properties owned by Sarah’s Pony Rides and The Eugene Halladay Trust on South Kean Avenue in Willow Springs. These owners that are located directly North and South of the gravel lot are seeking authorization to utilize the gravel lot for patron parking, school bus drop-offs for various programs involving special needs individuals, truck/trailer loading and unloading, and access to a nearby rustic trail. The proposed multi-party agreement would allow for this nonexclusive parking, access, and maintenance by these property owners after the payment of the parking permit fees below. The agreement also covers parking access for the followin
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0433

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:35 GMT

File #: 24-0433
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Partnership Agreement Amendment
Title: PROPOSED PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT AMENDMENT Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to amend its Partnership Agreement with Openlands, Chicago, Illinois. Reason: The Forest Preserves wishes to extend its partnership agreement with Openlands in order to accept additional grant funding of up to $74,000.00 and expand restoration activities undertaken in association with the installation of a community gathering space at Beaubien Woods. Original Contract Period: 1/11/2022 - 9/30/2023; Board Approved Extension 10/1/2023 - 12/31/2024 Proposed Partnership Agreement Extension: 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2026 Fiscal Impact: N/A. The project will continue to be implemented at no direct cost to the Forest Preserves, which may provide in-kind staff support for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the projects. Account(s): Grant and Mitigation 51010.521314 and 51010.521444 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final amendment is subject to legal review and approval. District(s): 4, 5 Summary: Due
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0406

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:24:39 GMT

File #: 24-0406
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: License Renewal
Title: PROPOSED LICENSE RENEWAL REQUEST Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”), as Licensor to renew a License to the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission, Grantee, to use approximately 400 square feet of workspace in the property commonly known as Salt Creek Resource Management, 500 Ogden Avenue, Western Springs, Illinois. The Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners approved a prior renewal of the License on June 6, 2017 (Board Item No. 17-0162). Shared occupancy of this location facilitates collaboration between the Forest Preserves and the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission for mutual projects involving management and conservation of dedicated Nature Preserves and Illinois Land and Water Reserves in our region. The Illinois Nature Preserves Commission has occupied the space since April, 2012. No other changes to the terms of the original License are being proposed. Original Term: Original license period 4/2/2012 - 12/31/2017; Board Approved Extension 1/1/2018 - 12/31/2022 Proposed Extension: 1/1/2023 (retr
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0412

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 14:08:12 GMT

File #: 24-0412
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Intergovernmental Agreement
Title: PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT Department: Department of Planning and Development Other Part(ies): Elk Grove Village (Village), Illinois Request: Authority to enter into an agreement for use of Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) land for construction of a pedestrian bridge and trail spur Goods or Services: Design, construction and maintenance of a new pedestrian bridge structure, ramps and trail spur to the Busse Woods paved trail on the west side of Arlington Heights Road approximately 900 feet south of Higgins Road. The bridge structure and trail spur would impact approximately 0.28 acres (12,000 s.f.) of Forest Preserves land. An additional 0.25 acres would be impacted during construction, primarily to remove and restore an existing trail spur. No trees would be impacted. Agreement Number(s): IGA #24-0412 Agreement Period: Forty (40) years with automatic one (1) year renewals with an option to renew for an additional forty (40) year term with no additional license fees, subject to future approval by the Board of Commissioners Fiscal Impa
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0413

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:18:22 GMT

File #: 24-0413
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Intergovernmental Agreement
Title: PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT Department: Department of Planning and Development Other Part(ies): Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (“DOTH”) Request: Authority to execute agreement and convey temporary easement for construction of trail spur Goods or Services: Construction of trail spur to the Paul Douglas paved trail at the northeast corner of Central Road and Freeman Road in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. The work will require one temporary easement for 0.317 acres (13,811 square feet) and the removal of thirteen (13) trees. Agreement Number(s): IGA #24-0413 Agreement Period: From full execution date of the IGA to the completion of the work by DOTH and acceptance by the Forest Preserves (but no later than five (5) years from the date of execution) Fiscal Impact: N/A Easement Fee: $4,000.00 appraised value of temporary easement (waived) Tree Mitigation Fee: $24,725.24 (waived) Accounts: N/A District(s): 15 Summary: DOTH is seeking temporary use of Forest Preserves of Cook County land to construct a trail connection from a propo
Action: refer
Result: Pass

24-0431

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:35 GMT

File #: 24-0431
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT Department(s): Department of Law Enforcement Vendor: Axon Enterprise, Inc., Scottsdale, Arizona Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute Good(s) or Service(s): Purchase of one hundred (100) Body Worn Cameras, one hundred (100) Taser units, three (3) search and rescue unmanned aerial vehicles (drones), as well as all related licensing, software, warranties, cloud storage and training services for law enforcement based upon the University of Nebraska Master Agreement 3544-21-4615 between the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska and Axon Enterprise, Inc., effective December 21, 2022. Contract Value: $2,000,000.00 Contract Period: 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2029 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2025 $275,000.00; FY 2026 $431,250.00; FY 2027 $431,250.00; FY 2028 $431,250.00; and FY 2029 $431,250.00 Accounts: Equipment 51001.540132 Contract Number(s): #74000014996 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract is subject to legal review and approval. P
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0362

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:36 GMT

File #: 24-0362
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Permits, Rentals and Concessions Vendor: Oak Park Tennis Center, River Forest, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend contract Good(s) or Service(s): Management of a tennis facility on Forest Preserves property Original Contract Period: 12/12/2017 - 12/11/2024 with a thirty-six (36) month renewal option. Proposed Contract Period Extension: 12/12/2024 - 12/11/2026 with one (1) twelve (12) month renewal option at the discretion of the General Superintendent. Total Current Contract Amount Authority: N/A (revenue generating) Original Approval: 12/12/2017 (Board Item No. 17-0450) Previous Increase(s): N/A This Increase Requested: N/A Estimated Fiscal Impact: $21,092.63 (Revenue Generating) in annual base fees to be paid to the Forest Preserves over three (3) years, plus a capital contribution of $20,000.00 per year. Accounts: Concession Fees 51001.411316 Contract Number(s): N/A Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Fi
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0407

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:35 GMT

File #: 24-0407
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Contract Amendment
Title: PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT Department(s): Department of Resource Management Vendor: Friends of the Forest Preserves, Inc., Chicago, Illinois Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and increase contract Good(s) or Service(s): Career Immersion Program Original Contract Period: 1/1/2018 - 12/31/2022; Board Approved Extension 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023; Administrative Extension 1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024 Proposed Contract Period Extension: 1/1/2025 - 12/31/2025 Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $1,300,000.00 Original Approval: 11/14/2017, $1,000,000.00 Previous Increase(s): 4/5/2022, $50,000.00; 11/15/2022, $250,000.00 This Increase Requested: Not to exceed $150,000.00 Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2025 $150,000.00 Accounts: Professional Services 51034.520840; Grant and Mitigation 51010.521444 and 51010.520840; and all future Professional Services accounts Contract Number(s): #74000002916 Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final amendment is subject to legal review and approval
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0435

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:17:54 GMT

File #: 24-0435
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Miscellaneous Item of Business
Title: PROPOSED MISCELLANEOUS ITEM OF BUSINESS Department: Office of the General Superintendent Goods or Services: Acceptance and match of grant funds from the Forest Preserve Foundation (“Foundation”) for various programs Fiscal Impact: Not-to-exceed $50,000.00 in the aggregate per year through 12/31/2027, for a total of $150,000.00 Accounts: Special or Coop Programs 51001.521314; and Habitat Restoration 51001.521444 Summary: The Foundation is dedicated to supporting the mission of the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) and to raising funds that support Forest Preserves initiatives and projects that protect and restore natural habitats, ensure that all people in Cook County feel welcome in the preserves, and encourage residents to seek out the Forest Preserves for outdoor recreation and nature exploration. The Forest Preserves and the Foundation currently work together to secure funding for the implementation of important initiatives such as the Conservation Corps, restoration projects, volunteer stewardship activities, and community engagement programs, and
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0069

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:36 GMT

File #: 24-0069
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: 8/1/2024 - 8/31/2024 Summary: Submitting the Procurement and Disbursement Report for the period of August 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

24-0419

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:35 GMT

File #: 24-0419
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Departments of Legal and Finance Request: Receive and File Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Report - August 2024 Report Period: 8/1/2024 - 8/31/2024 Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County Departments of Legal and Finance are submitting Workers’ Compensation Claim Payments for the month of August 2024. Payments total $144,639.35 for August 2024.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0408

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:50:35 GMT

File #: 24-0408
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 10/22/2024 - 11/18/2024. Please check the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s website for updates and changes. Thursday, 10/24; 10am - 12pm Fall Color Excursion, Caldwell Woods, Chicago Join us and explore the North Branch paved trail. You can experience the changing colors of local species. The event will begin at Grove 1. For more information, please call (773)758-8899. Saturday, 10/26; 10am Project Feeder Watch, Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs This program will teach you how birds are adapting to environmental change. You will learn how to identify, count, and report bird species findings and how scientists interpret the data. Registration required. Please call (708) 839-6897. Saturday, 10/26; 10am - 2pm The Great Sand Ridge Tiny Pumpkin Hunt, Sand Ridge Nature Center, South Holland Discover hidden pumpkins on a fun scavenger hunt! You can take home your ow
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0428

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:48 GMT

File #: 24-0428
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 September 17, 2024 .
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0432

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:48 GMT

File #: 24-0432
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 Special meeting held on 09/19/2024 .
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0083

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:48 GMT

File #: 24-0083
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 - 8/31/2024 Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures for August 2024.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0376

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:48 GMT

File #: 24-0376
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Agreement
Title: PROPOSED AGREEMENT Vendor: Indigo Sports, LLC (formerly Billy Casper Golf), a wholly owned subsidiary of Troon Golf, LLC, Scottsdale, Arizona Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into an agreement Reason: The Forest Preserves sought proposals through a Request for Proposals (“RFP”) process for the management of its ten (10) golf courses and four (4) driving ranges. Indigo Sports, LLC was selected out of four (4) total respondents due to their offer being the most lucrative and sustainable for the longevity of the Forest Preserves’ golf portfolio. The Forest Preserves also partnered with a golf consultant to assist in developing the RFP as well as evaluating potential golf course management providers (See Board Item No. 24-0168). Indigo Sports, LLC (known previously as “Billy Casper Golf”), which has managed the Forest Preserves’ golf courses since 2003, presented the strongest financial package and management plan for the upcoming term. Purchase Order #74000014226, is added for tracking purposes. C
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0415

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:48 GMT

File #: 24-0415
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation)
Title: RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION) Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation - 10/22/2024 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: $78,000.00 Proposed Settlements to Be Approved: $950,000.00 Legal Fees Approved Fiscal Year 2024 to Present: $424,604.15 Legal Fees for 10/22/2024 to Be Approved: $70,195.73
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0418

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:48 GMT

File #: 24-0418
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 -10/22/2024 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: $575,967.72 Workers’ Compensation Claims to Be Approved: $80,562.16 Workers’ Compensation Lien Recovery approved Fiscal Year 2024 to present: $12,500.00 Workers’ Compensation Lien Recovery to be Approved: $0.00
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0373

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:48:01 GMT

File #: 24-0373
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 easement and a temporary easement to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) at Joliet Road and Brainard Avenue in Countryside, Illinois for a safety improvement project. Reason: IDOT plans to complete a safety improvement project at the intersection utilizing the easement areas for sidewalk construction and re-grading of existing Forest Preserves trail. The area for the permanent easement is 0.006 acres (or 261 square feet), and the area for the temporary easement is 0.054 acres (or 2,352 square feet). IDOT indicates that no trees are expected to be removed for this project. Easement Fee: $300.00 for the permanent easement and $700.00 for the temporary easement Tree Mitigation Fee: $0 Concurrence(s): The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final easement is subject to legal review and approval. District(s): 17
Action: approve
Result: Pass

24-0399

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:48 GMT

File #: 24-0399
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Office of the County Auditor Request: Refer to Audit Committee Report Title: FPCC - MBE-WBE Audit Report Report Period: January 30, 2024, through May 21, 2024 Summary: This audit was designed to evaluate the Minority and Women Business Enterprise process implemented by the FPCC.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0400

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:48 GMT

File #: 24-0400
Ver.: 1
Agenda #:
Type: Report
Title: REPORT Department: Office of the County Auditor Request: Refer to Audit Committee Report Title: ARPA - FPCC Conservation Corp Audit Report Report Period: January 30, 2024, through May 21, 2024 Summary: This audit was designed to determine if the program was in compliance with the Financial and Monitoring provisions of the subrecipient agreement.
Action: receive and filed
Result: Pass

24-0307

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:28:48 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: receive and filed
Result: Pass