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PROPOSED PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT
Request: Request authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into a Partnership Agreement with the Chicago Area Mountain Bikers (“CAMBr”), Bartlett, Illinois.
Reason: The proposed agreement will authorize the Forest Preserves to continue a twenty (20+) year partnership with CAMBr to clear, manage and maintain multi-use natural surface single track trails in the Palos region and other approved areas to be used generally by cyclists and other users. These projects will provide a system for ensuring sustainable use by riders and improve the Forest Preserves’ single-track trail systems by developing leadership and creating self-sustaining communities of volunteers and stewards. All projects will require approval by the Forest Preserves, which will support the partnership by providing in-kind contributions at the discretion of the General Superintendent or a designee. Such contributions could include stone or other materials, as well as limited storage space for tools and other equipment used to clear, manage, and maintain Forest Preserves trails.
CAMBr is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to educate bicyclists, promote responsible trail use, and maintain and build multi-use natural surface single track and freeride cycling opportunities in the Chicagoland area.
Contract period: 7/1/2019 - 6/30/2024
Fiscal Impact: None
Account(s): N/A
Concurrences:
The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item.
District(s): Districtwide
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