21-0252
| 1 | | Amendment to 2021 Board Agenda Meeting Annual Calendar Dates and Locations | Previously Approved Item Amendment | PROPOSED PREVIOUSLY APPROVED ITEM AMENDMENT
Department: Office of the Secretary
Request: Amendment to 2021 Board Agenda Meeting Annual Calendar Dates and Locations
Item Number: 20-0350
Fiscal Impact: N/A
Account(s): N/A
District(s): N/A
Original Text of Item:
PROPOSED RESOLUTION
2021 BOARD AGENDA MEETING ANNUAL CALENDAR DATES AND LOCATIONS
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 4-1(a) of Chapter 5 of Title 1 of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners (“the Board”) 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, as amended, 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.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Toni Preckwinkle, President, and the Forest Preserves of Cook County Bo | approve | Pass |
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21-0247
| 1 | | PROPOSED RESOLUTION | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING AND SUPPORTING MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND TOOLS 2 THRIVE OUTSIDE
WHEREAS, May is Mental Health Awareness Month and during May the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) is working with the Nature, Culture, and Human Health Network (NCH2) to highlight Mental Health America’s national movement to raise awareness about mental health; and
WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves is a founding member of NCH2, a network that connects people with interests in investigating and applying knowledge about the health benefits of nature to improve the health and well-being of Chicago-region communities; and
WHEREAS, numerous studies have shown that daily exposure to nature has a wide range of health benefits for both body and mind; and being outside in nature has been shown to reduce blood pressure, reduce feelings of stress and anxiety, decrease symptoms of depression, and improve mood; and
WHEREAS, scientific research in the growing field of ecotherapy, or nature therapy, demonstrates that people have a deep connection to their environme | approve | Pass |
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21-0266
| 1 | | PROPOSED RESOLUTION | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
ADOPTION OF THE CLEAN ENERGY FRAMEWORK
WHEREAS, over one hundred years ago, visionary leaders had the foresight to create the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) with the mission “to acquire, restore and manage lands for the purpose of protecting and preserving public open space”; and
WHEREAS, Illinois has experienced a one-degree Fahrenheit increase in average annual temperature since the beginning of the 21st Century; and
WHEREAS, recent climate projections published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and other scientific organizations, predict that if global emissions of greenhouse gases continue to rise, historically unprecedented warming is anticipated in the Midwest region in the next few decades; and
WHEREAS, along with a projected rise in annual temperatures, studies also project that the Midwest region likely will experience increased events of extreme precipitation during winter and spring, and intense summer droughts, stronger storms, more street and basement flooding and combined sewer ov | refer | Pass |
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21-0244
| 1 | | PROPOSED LICENSE REQUEST | License Request | PROPOSED LICENSE REQUEST
Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”), as Licensor to grant a License to Oakton Community College (“OCC”), Grantee, to locate, operate and maintain a 114-foot sidepath, guardrail and stormwater improvements on the west side of College Drive, about a quarter mile north of Golf Road at Kloempken Prairie. This sidepath is designed to provide a safe route to the campus for bicyclists and pedestrians, who currently have to share College Drive with vehicles. OCC has agreed to include interpretive signage at this location, notifying sidepath users of the adjacent forest preserve.
Term: Ten (10) Years
License Fee: $4,710.74
License Application Fee: $1,500.00
License Review Fees: $3,000.00
YELAR Fee: $6,750.00
Total one-time upfront fee of $15,960.74 for the term of the License
(Sec. 5-2A-4 and 5-2B-4)
Tree Mitigation Fee: None
The area of the License is: 0.0523 Acre
Concurrence(s):
The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final agreement is subject to legal | refer | Pass |
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21-0243
| 1 | | PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT | Intergovernmental Agreement | PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Other Part(ies): The Village of Melrose Park (“Melrose Park”)
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (“IGA”) with Melrose Park to widen and maintain two (2) drainage ditches in Thatcher Woods.
Goods or Services: The authority requested is to grant permission to Melrose Park to widen and maintain two (2) existing drainage ditches on approximately 0.17 acres of Forest Preserves land located on the west side of the Des Plaines River in Thatcher Woods just south of North Avenue.
Agreement Number(s): N/A
Agreement Period: Perpetual, subject to termination after twenty (20) years
Fiscal Impact: $15,000.00 one-time upfront payment to the Forest Preserves for ecological restoration
License Fee: $15,495.87 (waived)
License Application Fees: $3,500.00 (waived)
YELAR Fee: $6,750.00 (waived)
Tree Mitigation Fee: N/A
Accounts: N/A
District(s): 9
Summary: Melros | refer | Pass |
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21-0269
| 1 | | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Landscape Maintenance
Vendor: Red Wing Shoes, Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Employee Boots
Original Contract Period: 4/30/2019 - 4/29/2020; Administrative Extension 4/30/2020 - 4/29/2021
Proposed Contract Period Extension: 4/30/2021 (retroactive) - 9/30/2022
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $25,000.00
Original Approval: 4/30/2019, $25,000.00
Previous Increase(s): N/A
This Increase Requested: $40,000.00
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2021 $20,000.00; FY 2022 $20,000.00
Accounts: Apparel 51001.530130
Contract Number(s): #74000003341 (GSA Contract GS-07F-0027N (FSC Group 84, Part II, Section B, “Special Purpose Clothing”)
Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final amendment is subject to legal review and approval.
The Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Ordinance is not applicable due | approve | Pass |
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21-0264
| 1 | | PROPOSED CONTRACT | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Department of Facilities and Fleet
Vendor: Currie Commercial Center, Frankfort, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute a contract with Currie Commercial Center who was awarded a contract by the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (#152) through a competitive process.
Good(s) or Service(s): Two (2) Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrids with K-9 package
Contract Value: $111,183.70
Contract Period: one-time purchase
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2021 $111,183.70
Accounts: Vehicles and Trucks 51058.530175 and 51010.521313
Contract Number(s): #74000009110
Concurrences:
The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item.
The Vehicle Steering Committee has approved the purchase of the referenced vehicles.
The contract-specific Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise goal for this contract was set to zero.
District(s): Districtwide
Summary: The Vehicle Steering Committee (VSC) voted to decommission a total | approve | Pass |
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21-0265
| 1 | | PROPOSED CONTRACT | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Department of Facilities and Fleet
Vendor: Sutton Ford, Inc., Matteson, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute a piggyback contract with Sutton Ford, Inc., who was awarded a contract by the City of Chicago (#101191) through a competitive process.
Good(s) or Service(s): Thirteen (13) Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrids (marked), three (3) Ford Interceptor Utility Hybrids (unmarked) and one (1) Escape Hybrid
Contract Value: $834,387.88
Contract Period: one-time purchase
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2021 $834,387.88
Accounts: Vehicles and Trucks 51058.530175, 51009.540250 and 51028.520830
Contract Number(s): #74000009111
Concurrences:
The Chief Financial Officer and Chief Attorney have approved this item.
The Vehicle Steering Committee has approved the purchase of the referenced vehicles.
The Vendor has met the Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise Ordinance via direct participation.
District(s): Districtwide
Summar | approve | Pass |
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21-0220
| 1 | | PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION | Bid Recommendation | PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into a construction contract with A.L.L. Masonry Construction Co., Inc., d/b/a ALL Construction Group, primary place of business Cicero, Illinois, for masonry repairs and window replacements at Central Compound Vehicle Maintenance Garage located near Maywood.
Reason: Contract #74000009070 issued under Project #21-80-07 Masonry Repairs and Window Replacements at the Central Garage. The work addresses energy efficiency improvements as well as deferred maintenance work. The work includes, but is not limited to, the removal and replacement of the existing original windows, masonry repairs, and the abatement of asbestos containing materials.
Bid Opening Date: 4/7/2021
Bid Results:
Firm Base Bid
1. ALL Construction Group $693,736.00
2. Tyler Lane Construction Inc. $703,600.00
3. Empire Construction Company $746,737.00
4. Robe, Inc. $756,000.00
5. Berglund Construction Company $757,000.00
6. Fabex Techno | approve | Pass |
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21-0246
| 1 | | PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION | Bid Recommendation | PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into a construction contract with Enlight Contracting, LLC, primary place of business Chicago, Illinois, for Districtwide Transportation Improvements at Irving Park Canoe Landing in Schiller Park, Sunset Bridge Meadow in River Grove, Harms Woods Central, Harms Woods North and Blue Star Memorial Woods in Glenview.
Reason: Contract #74000009069 issued under Project #19-80-67G-21C2 Districtwide Transportation Improvements at five (5) northeast locations (Irving Park Canoe Landing, Sunset Bridge Meadow, Harms Woods Central, Harms Woods North and Blue Star Memorial Woods). The work includes, but is not limited to, pavement resurfacing, trail construction, drainage and sidewalk improvements, and other related work as specified in the plans and specifications.
Bid Opening Date: 4/7/2021
Bid Results:
Firm Base Bid
1. Enlight Contracting, LLC $687,878.07*
2. M&J Asphalt Paving Co, Inc. $903,711.90
3. Matthew | approve | Pass |
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21-0259
| 1 | | PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT | Disbursement | PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT
Department(s): Department of Resource Management
Action: Authorization to disburse payment
Payee: Stantec Consulting Services, Lombard, Illinois
Good(s) or Service(s): Comprehensive habitat enhancement services
Fiscal Impact: $457,780.34
Accounts: Professional Services 51030.520840; Grant and Mitigation 51010.521444 and 51010.521314
Contract Number(s): #74000003824 issued under Project #18-31-101C
District(s): Districtwide
Summary: Payment for expenses related to execution of comprehensive habitat enhancement services provided by Stantec Consulting Services, including invasive species and brush removal operations, pursuant to the Habitat Enhancement Services contract approved by the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s Board of Commissioners on 7/26/2018 (Board Item No. 18-0299). | approve | Pass |
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21-0260
| 1 | | PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT | Disbursement | PROPOSED DISBURSEMENT
Department(s): Department of Resource Management
Action: Authorization to disburse payment
Payee: Pizzo & Associates, Leland, Illinois
Good(s) or Service(s): Comprehensive habitat enhancement services
Fiscal Impact: $283,158.44
Accounts: Professional Services 51030.520840; Grant and Mitigation 51010.521444 and 51010.520840
Contract Number(s): #74000003825 issued under Project #18-31-101S
District(s): Districtwide
Summary: Payment for expenses related to execution of comprehensive habitat enhancement services provided by Pizzo & Associates, including invasive species and brush removal operations, pursuant to the Habitat Enhancement Services contract approved by the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s Board of Commissioners on 7/26/2018 (Board Item No. 18-0301). | approve | Pass |
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21-0248
| 1 | | The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award (CAFR) | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Finance and Administration
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award
Report Period: Fiscal Year End 2019
Summary: The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and represents a significant accomplishment by a local government. The award is given by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) upon its review of the Forest Preserves’ Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for FY 2019.
The GFOA has awarded the Forest Preserves of Cook County the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for thirteen (13) consecutive years. In order to be awarded the certificate, a government must publish an easily readable and efficiently organized CAFR. The report must satisfy both accounting principles generally accepted in the United States and applicable legal requirements. | receive and filed | Pass |
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21-0250
| 1 | | REPORT Department of Finance and Administration | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Finance and Administration
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Forest Preserves of Cook County Annual Fee Waiver and Discount Report FY 2020
Report Period: 1/1/2020 - 12/31/2020
Summary: Under the Forest Preserves Code of Ordinances certain discounts are granted to veteran or non-profit organizations with respect to recreational use of Forest Preserves property or amenities. Additional discounts may be offered at the discretion of the General Superintendent. The Forest Preserves implemented a Few Waiver Policy (Policy Number: 02.30.00) establishing the process for when discounts or waivers would be granted. The policy requires an annual report to the Board of Commissioners on discounts and waivers for the sake of transparency. The Fee Waiver and Discount Report describes specific discount categories and various passes issued pursuant to Forest Preserves Board Approved Resolution, 16-0314, dated July 12, 2016.
In 2020, the Forest Preserves issued significantly fewer discounts and complimentary passes than in prior years. | receive and filed | Pass |
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21-0255
| 1 | | Report Workers’ Compensation Report - March 2021 | Report | REPORT
Department: Departments of Legal and Finance
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Report - March 2021
Report Period: 3/1/2021 - 3/31/2021
Summary: Per Board Resolution 19-0509 (12/17/2019), the Forest Preserves of Cook County Legal and Finance Departments are submitting Workers’ Compensation Claim Payments for the month of March 2021. | receive and filed | Pass |
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21-0267
| 1 | | Corporate Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures Report Period: 1/1/2021 - 3/31/2021 | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Finance and Administration
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Corporate Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures
Report Period: 1/1/2021 - 3/31/2021
Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures for March 2021. | receive and filed | Pass |
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21-0268
| 1 | | Procurement and Disbursements Report: 3/1/2021 - 3/31/2021 | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Finance and Administration
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Procurement and Disbursements Report
Report Period: 3/1/2021 - 3/31/2021
Summary: Submitting the Procurement and Disbursements Report for the period of March 2021. The report is to be received and filed in compliance with Section 1-8-2 (BB) of the District’s Code of Ordinances. | receive and filed | Pass |
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21-0273
| 1 | | FY’21 2nd Quarter Open Recommendation Status Report | Report | REPORT
Department: Office of the County Auditor
Request: Refer to Audit Committee
Report Title: FY’21 2nd Quarter Open Recommendation Status Report
Report Period: May 2021
Summary: Report on the status of open audit recommendations. | refer | Pass |
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21-0257
| 1 | | RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION)
Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation - 4/13/2021 | Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation) | RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION)
Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation - 4/13/2021
The Finance Subcommittee on Litigation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval:
Proposed Settlements Approved Fiscal Year 2021 to Present: $1,795,564.89
Proposed Settlements to Be Approved: $44,000.00
Legal Fees Approved Fiscal Year 2021 to Present: $231,233.35
Legal Fees for 4/13/2021 to Be Approved: $83,368.34 | approve | Pass |
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21-0256
| 1 | | RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (WORKERS’ COMPENSATION)
Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Workers’ Compensation - 5/11/202 | Recommendation of the Finance Subcomittee (Workers' Compensation) | RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (WORKERS’ COMPENSATION)
Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Workers’ Compensation - 5/11/2021
The Finance Subcommittee on Workers’ Compensation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval:
Workers’ Compensation Claims approved Fiscal Year 2021 to present: $197,175.30
Workers’ Compensation Claims to Be Approved: $165,000.00 | approve | Pass |
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21-0277
| 1 | | JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS | Journal of Proceedings | JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS
SECRETARY TO THE BOARD, Matthew B. DeLeon, presented in printed form a record of the Journal of Proceedings of the regular meeting held on 04/13/2021. | approve | Pass |
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21-0254
| 1 | | PROPOSED CALENDAR OF EVENTS | Calendar of Events | PROPOSED CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Department: Department of Conservation and Experiential Programming
Summary: Forest Preserves of Cook County Calendar of Events and Activities 5/11/2021 - 6/22/2021
Please check the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s website, www.fpdcc.com/events, for updates and changes.
Tuesday, 5/11
Brookfield Zoo Spring Run, Chicago Zoological Society/Brookfield Zoo, Brookfield
Brookfield Zoo’s first-ever Virtual 5K Spring Run/Walk takes you outdoors to enjoy the warm weather and glorious colors of spring. You choose the time and place-take a hike in a forest preserve, jog along a waterfront trail, or stroll through a neighborhood, for example. Or if you enjoy competition, run the full 5K (3.1-miles) and compare your time with other runners. Each runner will receive a numbered bib and commemorative swag included with registration. To register, visit CZS.org.
Tuesday, 5/11 through Monday, 9/6
Dinos Everywhere! Chicago Zoological Society/Brookfield Zoo, Brookfield
Over 40 animatronic dinosaurs that are BIGGER and BADDER than ever before have arrived at Brookfield Z | receive and filed | Pass |
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21-0223
| 1 | | EASEMENT REQUEST
EASEMENT REQUEST
EASEMENT REQUEST | Easement Request | 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 Illinois Department of Transportation (“IDOT”) at IL Route 7 (Southwest Highway) and 131st Street in the Groundhog Slough forest preserve for less than 0.2 acres for roadway improvements.
Reason: Permanent and temporary easements are needed at the northwest corner of Southwest Highway and 131st Street as part of a larger drainage improvement project between 131st and 135th Streets. This road segment has experienced severe flooding due to inadequate drainage infrastructure. Stormwater would be conveyed via new storm sewers and improved ditches to Mill Creek and the Cal Sag Channel. The proposed drainage improvements will allow for more effective management of the water levels at McGinnis Slough, which drains via storm sewer to the ditch along Southwest Highway.
A small permanent easement is needed on Forest Preserves land adjoining the roadways for slight roadway widening, installation of traffic signal | approve | Pass |
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21-0233
| 1 | | Forest Preserve District of Cook County Worker’s Compensation Audit Process Review | Report | REPORT
Department: Office of the County Auditor
Request: Refer to Audit Committee
Report Title: Forest Preserve District of Cook County Workers Compensation Audit Process Review
Report Period: March 2021
Summary: This audit was designed to evaluate the effectiveness of the internal controls in place to ensure that each Workers Compensation claim was valid based on the required information given to support that an incident occurred, was reported timely, accurately and was administered properly. | receive and filed | Pass |
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21-0284
| 1 | | REQUESTING A HEARING INTO THE POLICIES AND PRACTICES OF THE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT TO PROTECT THE CIVIL RIGHTS OF IMMIGRANTS AND BIPOC RESIDENTS AND VISITORS WITHIN COOK COUNTY | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
REQUESTING A HEARING INTO THE POLICIES AND PRACTICES OF THE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT TO PROTECT THE CIVIL RIGHTS OF IMMIGRANTS AND BIPOC RESIDENTS AND VISITORS WITHIN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, Cook County has always been home to people from many racial and ethnic backgrounds, and the Cook County Forest Preserve District has been a public space and place to visit nature for these residents and visitors. With over one million immigrants, Cook County has the largest concentration of foreign-born residents in the State of Illinois. Many of these individuals and families visits our preserves and are among the over 60 million visits that the Forest Preserve District experiences each year over its almost 70,000 acres; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Forest Preserve District has benefitted and continues to benefit culturally, socially, and economically from the diversity of its residents; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Forest Preserve District and its partners, the Brookfield Zoo and Chicago Botanic Garden, are committed to being a Fair and Equal place for all im | refer | Pass |
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21-0285
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING MAY AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING MAY AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH IN THE FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being; and
WHEREAS, According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year. 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year. 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year,50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, 75% by age 24 and suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-34; and
WHEREAS, all Americans face challenges in life that can impact their mental health, whether it is due to the loss of a loved one, socioeconomics circumstances and especially during a pandemic; and
WHEREAS, mental health conditions are real and prevalent in our nation according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency (SAMHSA),for adults aged 18 or older, the percentage who had any mental illness (AMI) in the past year increased from 17.7 percent (or 39.8 | refer | Pass |
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