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PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
Department: Conservation and Experiential Programming
Other Part(ies): University of Illinois Extension, Champaign, Illinois
Request: Authorization to enter into Intergovernmental Agreement with the University of Illinois Extension and make quarterly payments on contract.
Goods or Services: Environmental education and outreach services
Agreement Number(s): N/A
Agreement Period: 1/1/2017, retroactively - 12/31/2017
Fiscal Impact: $250,000.00
Accounts: Corporate Fund Districtwide Services, 01-6919
District(s): Districtwide
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, including the Conservation@Home program. 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 University of Illinois Extension will also work with Preserve staff on specific projects related to the Next Century Conservation Plan as outlined in their Scope of Work. Payments will be made quarterly based on UIE invoice and work completed.
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