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Meeting date/time:
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7/23/2024
9:30 AM
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Minutes status:
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Draft
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Meeting location:
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Thatcher Woods Pavilion, 8030 Chicago Avenue, River Forest, Illinois
Issued On: 7/17/2024
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24-0290
| 1 | | | Committee Minutes | COMMITTEE MINUTES
Approval of the minutes from the meeting of 6/11/2024 | | |
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24-0144
| 2 | | | Ordinance Amendment | PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
DISTRICT VEHICLE POLICY AMENDMENT
BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 1 (Administrative), Chapter 14 (District Vehicle Policy), of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as Follows:
1-14-1: ESTABLISHMENT OF A COUNTYWIDE DISTRICTWIDE VEHICLE STEERING COMMITTEE.
1-14-2: RESPONSIBILITIES OF ELECTED OFFICIALS, DEPARTMENTS, AND EMPLOYEES AND ASSIGNMENT OF VEHICLE COORDINATOR.
1-14-3: AUTHORIZED USE OF DISTRICT VEHICLES.
1-14-4: MISCELLANEOUS.
Full text of this ordinance amendment can be found here:
Effective Date: This ordinance shall be in effect immediately upon adoption. | | |
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24-0217
| 1 | | | Transfer of Funds | PROPOSED TRANSFER OF FUNDS
Department: Department of Finance and Administration
Request: Approval of a transfer of Funds
Reason: The reason for this transfer is to meet the Forest Preserves of Cook County Pension obligation as set forth in the Public Act 102-1131 (effective June 1, 2023).
From Account(s): 51001.5100.00000.801420.00000.00000 (Corporate)
To Account(s): 51004.5100.00000.411502.00000.00000 (Pension)
Total Amount of Transfer: $8,384,419.00
On what date did it become apparent that the receiving account would require an infusion of funds in order to meet current obligations? What was the balance in the account on that date, and what was the balance 30 days prior to that date?
Tax collection for the pension fund has not yet increased to meet 2024 obligations. This became apparent after first quarter 2024.
How was the account used for the source of transferred funds identified? List any other accounts that were also considered (but not used) as the source of the transferred funds.
It was determined there was sufficient available Corporate Fund Ba | | |
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24-0242
| 1 | | | 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 Pan-Oceanic Engineering Co., Inc., primary place of business Chicago, Illinois, for the removal and installation of drop gates (bollards), trail striping, painting of pavement markers, and installation of signage along the Poplar Creek, Tinley Creek, and Centennial Trail paved trail systems.
Reason: Contract #74000014446 issued under Project #24-80-01R Trail Safety Improvements for Poplar Creek, Tinley Creek, and Centennial Trails. The work addresses safety issues with the removal and/or installation of drop gates at egress points on Forest Preserves paved trails, centerline striping and installation of approved regulatory signs.
Bid Opening Date: 5/15/2024
Bid Results:
1. Garfield Building Maintenance Co., Inc. $319,715.00*
2. Pan-Oceanic Engineering Co., Inc. $448,397.58
* The Cook County Waiver Review Committee determined that the M | | |
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24-0281
| 1 | | | Bid Recommendation | PROPOSED BID RECOMMENDATION
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County to enter into a construction contract with Fabex Technologies, LLC, primary place of business Chicago, Illinois, for shelter repairs at Yankee Woods (grove 2), Dan Ryan Woods (groves 1, 5, 10 & 15), Flatfoot Lake, Jurgensen Woods (grove 1), Bremen Grove #1, Eggers Grove #3, and Glenwood Woods North (grove 1).
Reason: Contract #74000010979 issued under Project #24-80-26 for 2024 Picnic Shelter Repairs at South Cook County Locations. The work addresses the renovation of ten (10) existing picnic shelters. The work includes, but is not limited to, lead-based paint removal, concrete ceiling panel patching, concrete ceiling panel replacement, roof removal and replacement, and other related work as specified in the plans and specifications.
Bid Opening Date: 6/28/2024
Bid Results:
1. Fabex Technologies, LLC $819,960.94
2. AGAE Contractors, Inc. $952,000.00
3. TORI Construction $985,000.00
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $819, | | |
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24-0319
| 1 | | | Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation) | RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION)
Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation - 7/23/2024
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: $303,880.80
Legal Fees for 7/23/2024 to Be Approved: $59,228.32 | | |
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24-0191
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Permits, Rentals and Concessions
Request: Refer to Finance Committee
Report Title: Forest Preserves of Cook County Annual Concessions Report FY 2023
Report Period: 1/1/2023 - 12/31/2023
Summary: On 3/15/2022, the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners approved the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) Concessions Ordinance (Board Item No. 22-0126) (the “Ordinance”). Under the Ordinance, the Forest Preserves is authorized to grant certain concession related permits and contracts. To assist with this process, the Forest Preserves implemented a Concessions Policy (Policy Number: 05.00.00) establishing the criteria by which the Forest Preserves will issue permits and contracts for concession opportunities to increase and improve visitor engagement by providing the public with access to complementary recreational activities, amenities and services while also generating revenue to support the mission of the Forest Preserves.
The Ordinance requires an annual report to the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board | | |
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24-0081
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Finance and Administration
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Corporate Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures
Report Period: 1/1/2024 - 5/31/2024
Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures for May 2024. | | |
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