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4/25/2023
10:00 AM
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Final
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Cook County Building, Board Room,
118 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois
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23-0310
| 2 | | | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING COMMISSIONER BRANDON JOHNSON
WHEREAS, Commissioner Brandon Johnson will vacate his seat on the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners to become the fifty-seventh mayor of the City of Chicago in the near future after over 4 years of service as a Forest Preserves of Cook County Commissioner; and
WHEREAS, it is the mission of the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) "to acquire, restore and manage lands for the purpose of protecting and preserving public open space with its natural wonders, significant prairies, forests, wetlands, rivers, streams, and other landscapes with all of its associated wildlife, in a natural state for the education, pleasure and recreation of the public now and in the future"; and
WHEREAS, the Forest Preserves was founded over one hundred years ago, currently spans almost seventy thousand acres across Cook County making it one of the largest urban open space organizations in the nation experiencing millions of visits annually, and contributes immeasurably to the quality of life of residents o | approve on the Consent Agenda | Pass |
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23-0309
| 1 | | | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING THE CAREER AND HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF STEPHEN HUGHES
WHEREAS, Stephen has provided over 40 years of public service in local government agencies including as the Managing Deputy Comptroller for the City of Chicago, the Chief Financial Officer for the Chicago Park District, the Deputy Director of Cook County’s Enterprise Resource Planning Department, and most recently the Chief Financial Officer of the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”); and
WHEREAS, in his role with the Forest Preserves, Stephen was responsible for managing all financial affairs and administrative functions related to personnel, purchasing, risk management and financial accounting; and
WHEREAS, soon after arriving at the Forest Preserves, he discovered a substantial pension and structural budget deficit, and spent the next several years helping to identify and analyze over fifty initiatives and options to reduce costs and raise revenues, ultimately advocating to find a sustainable source of revenue to avoid reducing programs and services; and
WHEREAS, St | approve on the Consent Agenda | Pass |
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23-0301
| 2 | | | Appointment | PROPOSED APPOINTMENT
Appointee(s): Damon Howell
Position: Acting Treasurer
Department/Board/Commission: Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”)
Effective date: May 1, 2023
Expiration date: Upon the appointment of a permanent Treasurer
Per the Forest Preserves Code of Ordinances, Section 1-6-3-A, the Treasurer is considered the Chief Financial Officer of the Forest Preserves. | suspend the rules | Pass |
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23-0301
| 2 | | | Appointment | PROPOSED APPOINTMENT
Appointee(s): Damon Howell
Position: Acting Treasurer
Department/Board/Commission: Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”)
Effective date: May 1, 2023
Expiration date: Upon the appointment of a permanent Treasurer
Per the Forest Preserves Code of Ordinances, Section 1-6-3-A, the Treasurer is considered the Chief Financial Officer of the Forest Preserves. | approve | Pass |
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23-0298
| 1 | | AUTHORIZED SIGNATORIES | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZED SIGNATORIES
WHEREAS, the FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF COOK COUNTY (the “Forest Preserves”) has authorized various banks as depositories of its accounts; and
WHEREAS, from time to time, the Forest Preserves may also seek to open lines of credit or purchase appeal bonds from various insurers, bond companies or other institutions to cover the costs of judgments against the Forest Preserves in the event the Forest Preserves, upon Board approval, decides to appeal such judgments; and
WHEREAS, the various banks that serve as depositories of the Forest Preserves’ accounts require the manual or facsimile signature of duly elected or appointed Officers of the Forest Preserves for the warrants, checks drafts or other orders on these accounts; and
WHEREAS, the various insurers, bond companies and other institutions with whom the Forest Preserves may seek to open a line of credit, or from whom the Forest Preserves may seek to purchase an appeal bond, may require the manual or facsimile signatures of duly elected or appointed Officers of the Forest Preserves in | approve | Pass |
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23-0308
| 2 | | | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
PROPOSED RESOLUTION FOR AN INFRASTRUCTURE BENEFICIARY GRANT FROM COOK COUNTY TO THE FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF COOK COUNTY, CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN, AND BROOKFIELD ZOO TO BE PAID FROM ARPA REVENUE LOSS ALLOCATION
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2021, the federal government authorized the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (“ARPA”), which includes $1.9 trillion in federal stimulus funds to hasten the United States’ recovery from the economic and health effects caused by the COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, specifically, the federal government has authorized and allocated a federal award of approximately $1,000,372,385 of ARPA funding to Cook County (“County”) to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2021, the County’s American Rescue Plan Act Framework (the “ARPA Framework”) was presented to the Cook County Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners via Resolution 21-3654 accepted the ARPA federal award to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health | suspend the rules | Pass |
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23-0308
| 2 | | | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
PROPOSED RESOLUTION FOR AN INFRASTRUCTURE BENEFICIARY GRANT FROM COOK COUNTY TO THE FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF COOK COUNTY, CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN, AND BROOKFIELD ZOO TO BE PAID FROM ARPA REVENUE LOSS ALLOCATION
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2021, the federal government authorized the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (“ARPA”), which includes $1.9 trillion in federal stimulus funds to hasten the United States’ recovery from the economic and health effects caused by the COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, specifically, the federal government has authorized and allocated a federal award of approximately $1,000,372,385 of ARPA funding to Cook County (“County”) to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2021, the County’s American Rescue Plan Act Framework (the “ARPA Framework”) was presented to the Cook County Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners via Resolution 21-3654 accepted the ARPA federal award to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health | approve as amended | Pass |
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23-0299
| 1 | | | Intergovernmental Agreement | PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Other Part(ies): Public Building Commission of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Public Building Commission (“PBC”)
Goods or Services: Planning, design and construction of various building and site improvement projects on public land and facilities owned by the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”).
Agreement Number(s): N/A
Agreement Period: 4/25/2023 - 12/31/2028
Fiscal Impact: Not to exceed $25,000,000.00. Estimated impact: FY2023 $1,227,188.00, FY2024 $4,956,938.00, FY2025 $6,204,938.00, FY2026 $6,204,938.00, FY2027 $939,750.00, FY2028: $799,000.00
Accounts: Professional Services 51009.520830, 51010.520830, 51027.520830, 51028.520830, 51030.520830, 51031.520830, 51033.520830; Land Improvements 51009.560019, 51010.560019, 51028.560019, 51030.560019, 51031.560019, 51033.560019; Property Maintenance and Operations 51009.560105, 51010.560105, 51027.560105, 51028.560105, 51030.560105, 5 | suspend the rules | Pass |
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23-0299
| 1 | | | Intergovernmental Agreement | PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Other Part(ies): Public Building Commission of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Public Building Commission (“PBC”)
Goods or Services: Planning, design and construction of various building and site improvement projects on public land and facilities owned by the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”).
Agreement Number(s): N/A
Agreement Period: 4/25/2023 - 12/31/2028
Fiscal Impact: Not to exceed $25,000,000.00. Estimated impact: FY2023 $1,227,188.00, FY2024 $4,956,938.00, FY2025 $6,204,938.00, FY2026 $6,204,938.00, FY2027 $939,750.00, FY2028: $799,000.00
Accounts: Professional Services 51009.520830, 51010.520830, 51027.520830, 51028.520830, 51030.520830, 51031.520830, 51033.520830; Land Improvements 51009.560019, 51010.560019, 51028.560019, 51030.560019, 51031.560019, 51033.560019; Property Maintenance and Operations 51009.560105, 51010.560105, 51027.560105, 51028.560105, 51030.560105, 5 | approve | Pass |
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23-0019
| 1 | | | Grant Award | PROPOSED GRANT AWARD
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Grantee: Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”)
Grantor: Commonwealth Edison Company (“ComEd”), Oak Brook, Illinois
Request: Authorization to accept grant
Purpose: Grant award for the construction of a new very high efficiency heating, ventilating and air conditions system for the Forest Preserves’ General Headquarters located in River Forest, Illinois.
Grant Amount: $300,000.00
Grant Period: Date of Execution to one (1) year after completion of construction under proposed contract described in related Board Item No. 23-0018
Fiscal Impact: N/A (Revenue Generating)
Accounts: Property Maintenance & Operations Grant 51010.560105
Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final grant agreement is subject to legal review and approval.
District(s): 9
Summary: ComEd is seeking to support the use of very high efficiency Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems through its Emerging Technologies grant program. The $300,000.00 prop | approve | Pass |
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23-0289
| 1 | | | Grant Award | PROPOSED GRANT AWARD
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Grantee: Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”)
Grantor: Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Request: Authorization to accept grant
Purpose: Authorization is sought for the Forest Preserves of Cook County to accept and enter into an agreement with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) for Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant funding for the acquisition of three (3) parcels of land located near other recent acquisitions in Glenwood, Illinois
Grant Amount: $946,000.00
Grant Period: 4/25/2023 - 3/31/2025
Fiscal Impact: Up to $946,000.00 in match
Accounts: Real Estate and Land Acquisition Fund 51006.560010; and Grant Fund 51010.56010
Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final grant agreement is subject to legal review and approval.
District(s): 5
Summary: The Forest Preserves has been awarded an LWCF grant that will support the acquisition of three (3) parcels comprising approximately 86-acres along the Deer C | approve | Pass |
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23-0296
| 1 | | | Grant Award | PROPOSED GRANT AWARD
Department: Department of Planning and Development
Grantee: Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”)
Grantor: Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Springfield, Illinois
Request: Authorization to accept grant
Purpose: Authorization is sought for the Forest Preserves to accept and enter into an agreement with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) for Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant funding for acquisition of a 14.3-acre parcel in Orland Park, Illinois in Cook County.
Grant Amount: $428,800.00
Grant Period: 5/1/2023 - 4/30/2025
Fiscal Impact: Not to Exceed $857,600.00 in match
Accounts: Real Estate and Land Acquisition Fund 51006.560010; and Grant Fund 51010.560010
Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final grant agreement is subject to legal review and approval.
District(s): 17
Summary: The Forest Preserves has been awarded an OSLAD grant that will support the acquisition of a 14.3-acre parcel just north of the 960-acre Orland Grassland preserve, in southwe | approve | Pass |
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23-0283
| 1 | | | Contract | PROPOSED AGREEMENT
Vendor: Chicago River Canoe & Kayak, Evanston, Illinois
Request: Requesting authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into an agreement
Reason: To provide canoe and kayak rentals at Skokie Lagoons. The Forest Preserves requested proposals through its online bidding process. The selected vendor, Chicago River Canoe & Kayak, was deemed the most responsive and responsible of two (2) respondents to operate the Skokie Lagoons boating facility, which will offer canoe and kayak rentals along with lessons to the public. Chicago River Canoe & Kayak has operated the Skokie Lagoons boating facility since 2009 and presented the strongest financial package and management plan for the coming term.
Chicago River Canoe & Kayak has agreed to pay the Forest Preserves an annual fee per year of $21,000 in addition to 5% of gross sales.
Contract Period: Thirty-six (36) months. The initial Term of this Agreement shall be for a three (3) year initial contract with two (2) optional two-year extensions to be exercised at the discretion | approve | Pass |
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23-0270
| 1 | | | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Department of Facilities and Fleet
Vendor: Metropolitan Industries Inc., Romeoville, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Supply of hydromatic pumps
Contract Value: $150,000.00
Contract Period: 4/25/2023 - 4/24/2026
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2023 $29,000.00, FY 2024 $50,000.00, FY 2025 $50,000.00, FY 2026 $21,000.00
Accounts: Property Maintenance and Operations 51001.540350, Construction and Development 51033.520830, and future Construction and Development and Capital accounts
Contract Number(s): #74000012159
Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract is subject to legal review and approval.
The contract-specific Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise goal for this contract was set to zero.
District(s): Districtwide
Summary: Metropolitan Industries is the sole Cook County authorized distributor of the Pentair hydromatic pump, proprietary brackets, and proprietary rail system that | approve | Pass |
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23-0302
| 1 | | | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Department of Planning and Development
Vendor: Hey and Associates, Inc., Volo, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Professional civil engineering services for design and feasibility studies of canoe and kayak launches at various locations.
Contract Value: $449,745.00
Contract Period: 4/25/2023 - 4/24/2027
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2023 $199,745.00, FY 2024 $125,000.00, FY 2025 $125,000.00
Accounts: Professional Services 51009.520830, 51028.520830, 51030.520830, 51031.520830, 51033.520830; and future Construction & Development accounts
Contract Number(s): #74000012185 issued under Request for Proposals No. 23-80-25, Solicitation #23-80-008950
Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract is subject to legal review and approval.
The Vendor has met the Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Ordinance provisions via direct participation.
District(s): Districtwide
Summary: The Forest P | approve | Pass |
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23-0275
| 1 | | | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Office of the General Superintendent
Vendor: Silk Screen Express, Inc, Tinley Park, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to extend and increase contract.
Good(s) or Service(s): Districtwide Apparel
Original Contract Period: 1/1/2018 - 12/31/2022; Administrative Extension 1/1/2023 - 5/31/2023
Proposed Contract Period Extension: 6/1/2023 - 12/31/2023
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $137,500.00
Original Approval: 11/14/2017, $125,000.00
Previous Increase(s): Administrative increase 2/6/2023, $12,500.00
This Increase Requested: $25,000.00
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2023, $25,000.00
Accounts: Professional Service 51001.520840, 51001.530267, 51001.521314, 51001.520635, 51001.520350, 51001.530130, 51001.530267, 51001.530271, 51001.530189, and 51001.520835
Contract Number(s): #74000004276 issued under Project #17-31-110R
Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract amendment is subject to legal review and approva | approve | Pass |
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23-0278
| 2 | | | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Finance and Administration
Vendor: Insight Public Sector, Inc., Tempe, Arizona
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Computer Hardware Products
Original Contract Period: 10/22/2019 - 9/8/2024, with three (3) one-year renewal options
Proposed Contract Period Extension: N/A
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $660,000.00
Original Approval: 10/22/2019, $600,000.00
Previous Increase(s): Administrative increase 2/7/2023, $60,000.00
This Increase Requested: $275,000.00
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2023 $140,000.00, FY 2024 $135,000.00
Accounts: Computer Supplies and Services 51001.530635
Contract Number(s): #74000006761
Concurrences: The Chief Financial Officer has approved this item. Final contract amendment is subject to legal review and approval.
The contract specific Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise goal for this contract was set at zero.
District(s): Districtwide
Summary: The Forest | approve | Pass |
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23-0291
| 1 | | | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Landscape Maintenance
Vendor: Service Sanitation, Inc., Homewood, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to amend the Placement and Servicing of Portable Toilets in Region 1 (Northwest Region) by exercising our third cleaning option during peak season (May 1st through September 30th) for the Service Sanitation, Inc. contract.
Good(s) or Service(s): Placement and Servicing of portable toilets in Region 1 (Northwest Region)
Original Contract Period: 11/1/2021 - 10/31/2024; three (3) year contract with two (2) one-year renewal options
Proposed Contract Period Extension: N/A
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $312,420.00
Original Approval: 9/21/2021, $312,420.00
Previous Increase(s): N/A
This Increase Requested: $89,000.00
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2023 $44,000.00, FY 2024 $45,000.00
Accounts: Professional Services 51001.520840; Operations and Maintenance 51001.540380; Supplies and Materials 51001.530267; Special or Co-op Programs 51001.521448; Gr | approve | Pass |
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23-0292
| 1 | | | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Landscape Maintenance
Vendor: Service Sanitation, Inc., Homewood, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to amend the Placement and Servicing of Portable Toilets in Region 2 (North Region) by exercising our third cleaning option during peak season (May 1st through September 30th) for the Service Sanitation, Inc. contract.
Good(s) or Service(s): Placement and Servicing of Portable Toilets in Region 2 (North Region)
Original Contract Period: 11/1/2021 - 10/31/2024; three (3) year contract with two (2) one-year renewal options
Proposed Contract Period Extension: N/A
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $281,100.00
Original Approval: 9/21/2021, $281,100.00
Previous Increase(s): N/A
This Increase Requested: $88,000.00
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2023 $43,000.00, FY 2024 $45,000.00
Accounts: Professional Services 51001.520840; Operations and Maintenance 51001.540380; Supplies and Materials 51001.530267; Special or Co-op Programs 51001.521448; Grant an | approve | Pass |
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23-0293
| 1 | | | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Landscape Maintenance
Vendor: Service Sanitation, Inc., Homewood, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to amend the Placement and Servicing of Portable Toilets in Region 3 (Southwest Region) by exercising our third cleaning option during peak season (May 1st through September 30th) for the Service Sanitation, Inc. contract.
Good(s) or Service(s): Placement and Servicing of Portable Toilets in Region 3 (Southwest Region)
Original Contract Period: 11/1/2021 - 10/31/2024; three (3) year contract with two (2) one-year renewal options
Proposed Contract Period Extension: N/A
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $300,900.00
Original Approval: 9/21/2021, $300,900.00
Previous Increase(s): N/A
This Increase Requested: $130,000.00
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2023 $64,000.00, FY 2024 $66,000.00
Accounts: Professional Services 51001.520840; Operations and Maintenance 51001.540380; Supplies and Materials 51001.530267; Special or Co-op Programs 51001.52144 | approve | Pass |
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23-0294
| 1 | | | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Landscape Maintenance
Vendor: Service Sanitation, Inc., Homewood, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to amend the Placement and Servicing of Portable Toilets in Region 4 (Southeast Region) by exercising our third cleaning option during peak season (May 1st through September 30th) for the Service Sanitation, Inc. contract.
Good(s) or Service(s): Placement and servicing of portable toilets in Region 4 (Southeast Region)
Original Contract Period: 11/1/2021 - 10/31/2024; three (3) year contract with two (2) one-year renewal options
Proposed Contract Period Extension: N/A
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $222,780.00
Original Approval: 9/21/2021, $222,780.00
Previous Increase(s): N/A
This Increase Requested: $92,000.00
Estimated Fiscal Impact: FY 2023 $45,000.00, FY 2024 $47.000.00
Accounts: Professional Services 51001.520840; Operations and Maintenance 51001.540380; Supplies and Materials 51001.530267; Special or Co-op Programs 51001.521448; Gra | approve | Pass |
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23-0295
| 2 | | | Previously Approved Item Amendment | PROPOSED PREVIOUSLY APPROVED ITEM AMENDMENT
Department: Office of the General Superintendent
Request: Changing the location of the May 23, 2023 Board meeting to Sagawau Environmental Learning Center
Item Number: 22-0448
Fiscal Impact: N/A
Account(s): N/A
Original Text of Item with Edits:
2023 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.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by President Toni Preckwinkle and the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners (the “Board”):
1. That the Boa | approve | Pass |
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23-0281
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Law Enforcement
Request: Refer to Law Enforcement Committee
Report Title: Model Policing
Report Period: January 1, 2023, through March 31, 2023
Summary: Report on the status to achieve the goal of a Model Forest Preserves Police Department. | refer | Pass |
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23-0288
| 1 | | Forest Preserve District of Cook County Annual Business Diversity Report FY 2020 | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Finance and Administration
Request: Refer to Contract Compliance Committee
Report Title: Forest Preserves of Cook County Annual Business Diversity Report FY 2022
Report Period: 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2022
Summary: In July 2012, state legislation authorized the Forest Preserves of Cook County (the “Forest Preserves”) to establish provisions to address the underuse of minority and women-owned businesses with respect to procurement contracts. An ordinance establishing the program’s parameters and guidelines was passed by the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners in September 2012. This initiative is significantly benefiting the residents of Cook County by increasing the pool of qualified minority and women-owned businesses that have the opportunity to be selected for contracts awarded by the Forest Preserves each year.
To remedy historic inequity and to facilitate greater inclusion, the Forest Preserves established aspirational contract goals for the participation of minority and women-owned businesses as set forth | refer | Pass |
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23-0290
| 1 | | | 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 2022
Report Period: 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2022
Summary: Under the Forest Preserves of Cook County Code of Ordinances certain discounts are granted to veteran or non-profit organizations with respect to recreational use of Forest Preserves of Cook County property or amenities. Additional discounts may be offered at the discretion of the General Superintendent. The Forest Preserves of Cook County implemented a Fee 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 Forest Preserves of Cook County 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 of Cook County Board Approved Resolution, 16-0314, dated July 12, 2016.
In 2022, the Forest Preserves of C | receive and filed | Pass |
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23-0287
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Finance and Administration
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Procurement and Disbursements Report
Report Period: 2/1/2023 - 2/28/2023
Summary: Submitting the Procurement and Disbursements Report for the period of February 2023. 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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23-0306
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Departments of Legal and Finance
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Report - February 2023
Report Period: 2/1/2023 - 2/28/2023
Summary: The Forest Preserves of Cook County Departments of Legal and Finance are submitting Workers’ Compensation Claim Payments for the month of February 2023. Payments total $134,893.45 for February 2023. | receive and filed | Pass |
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23-0300
| 1 | | | Calendar of Events | PROPOSED CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Department: Department of Conservation and Experiential Programming
Summary: Forest Preserves of Cook County Calendar: 4/25/2023 - 5/23/2023
Please check the Forest Preserve of Cook County’s website for updates and changes.
Wednesday, 4/26; 5pm - 7pm
Family Pond Paddle, Thatcher Glen Pond, River Forest
Families, enjoy an evening out paddling. Instruction, equipment, and kayaks provided. Registration required.
Friday, 4/28; 7:30pm
Nature at Night, River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook
Explore the world of nature after the sun sets. $3 per person. Registration required by 4/26.
Sunday, 4/29; 10am
Waterfowl Watch, Little Red Schoolhouse, Willow Springs
Walking with brief stops to observe the birds that frequent waterways. Registration required.
Saturday, 4/29; 10am - 12pm
Arbor Day Celebration, Papoose Lake, Palos Park
Celebrate the grandeur of trees and why they are vital to our community with plantings and walks. Drop-in.
Saturday, 4/29; 7pm - 8:30pm
Starry Night Walk, Sand Ridge Nature Center, South Holland
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23-0220
| 1 | | | Ordinance Amendment | PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
MINORITY- AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES
BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that TITLE 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE, CHAPTER 8 - DISTRICT FINANCES, SECTION 5 - MINORITY- AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as Follows:
1-8-5a: SUBDIVISION I-GENERAL PROVISIONS.
A. Short Title.
B. Preface and Findings.
C. Policy and Purpose.
D. Definitions.
E. Race- and Gender-Neutral Measures to Implement the Program.
F. Program Administration.
G. Contract Compliance Committee.
H. Program Goals.
I. Program Eligibility.
J. Utilization Plan; Commercially Useful Function.
K. Methods to Achieve Goals and Compliance.
L. Request for a Total or Partial Waiver of the Contract Specific Goals; Good Faith Efforts.
M. Calculating PCE Participation.
N. Review of Contract Performance.
O. Prompt Payment of Firms.
P. Reporting and Review.
Q. Prohibited Provisions.
R. Sanctions and Penalties.
S. Established Business Participation | approve | Pass |
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23-0304
| 1 | | | Recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee (Litigation) | RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (LITIGATION)
Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Litigation - 4/25/2023
The Finance Subcommittee on Litigation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval:
Proposed Settlements Approved Fiscal Year 2023 to Present: $0.00
Proposed Settlements to Be Approved: $55,000.00
Legal Fees Approved Fiscal Year 2023 to Present: $265,701.90
Legal Fees for 4/25/2023 to Be Approved: $146,892.60 | approve | Pass |
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23-0305
| 1 | | | Recommendation of the Finance Subcomittee (Workers' Compensation) | RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE (WORKERS’ COMPENSATION)
Finance Subcommittee Meeting on Workers’ Compensation - 4/25/2023
The Finance Subcommittee on Workers’ Compensation met on the above listed date and recommends the following for approval:
Workers’ Compensation Claims approved Fiscal Year 2023 to present: $124,428.42
Workers’ Compensation Claims to Be Approved: $105,705.04
Workers’ Compensation Lien Recovery approved Fiscal Year 2023 to present: $0.00
Workers’ Compensation Lien Recovery to be Approved: $4,500.00
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23-0018
| 2 | | | 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 Pacific Construction Services, LLC, primary place of business Chicago, Illinois, for the replacement of existing heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems at the Forest Preserves’ General Headquarters building located in River Forest.
Reason: Contract #74000012184 issued under Project #21-80-44 Installation of a very high efficiency heating, ventilating and air conditioning (VHE HVAC) system at the Forest Preserves General Headquarters. The work addresses energy efficiency improvements. The work includes, but is not limited to, removal and replacement of the existing inefficient heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, and other related work as specified in the plans and specifications. Separate purchases of equipment were approved by the Board of Commissioners on March 14, 2023 (Board Item Nos. 23-0212 and 23-0213) to expedite delivery. More tha | approve | Pass |
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23-0234
| 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 2022
Report Period: 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2022
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 concessions 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 | receive and filed | Pass |
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23-0246
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Facilities and Fleet
Request: Refer to Finance Committee
Report Title: Annual Energy Expense Report
Report Period: 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2022
Summary: On 1/26/2021, the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners authorized the Forest Preserves of Cook County to enter into agreements recommended by Ameresco, Inc. (Board Item No. 21-0125). Previously, on 10/20/2020, the Board of Commissioners had approved a contract with Ameresco, Inc to provide, in part, procurement of electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy (Board Item No. 20-0363). As required by Board Item No. 21-0125, this report provides a monthly breakdown of related energy payments made during fiscal year 2022. | receive and filed | Pass |
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23-0286
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Finance and Administration
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Corporate Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures
Report Period: 1/1/2023 - 2/28/2023
Summary: Detailed Fund Analysis of Revenue and Expenditures for February 2023. | receive and filed | Pass |
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23-0318
| 1 | | | Journal of Proceedings | 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 03/14/2023. | approve | Pass |
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23-0172
| 1 | | | Ordinance Amendment | PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT - CALENDARS
BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that TITLE 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE, CHAPTER 13 - CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT, SECTION NUMBER 1-13-2 - CODE OF CONDUCT of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as Follows:
Sec. 1-13-2: CODE OF CONDUCT.
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L. Political Activity.
1. No District Official or Employee shall compel, coerce or intimidate any District Official or Employee to make or refrain from making any political contribution. No District Official, Appointee shall directly solicit any political contribution from their Employees, the spouses, domestic partners or civil union partners of, or Relatives living with, their Employees. Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent any Official or Employee from voluntarily making a contribution or from receiving a voluntary contribution.
2. No Employee with contract management authority nor Appointee of a District Official whose board or commission appointment prov | approve | Pass |
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23-0272
| 1 | | Equity, Cultural Sensitivity, and Inclusion Site Name Task Force Final Report | Report | REPORT
Department: Equity, Cultural Sensitivity, and Inclusion Site Name Task Force
Request: Receive and File
Report Title: Equity, Cultural Sensitivity, and Inclusion Site Name Task Force Final Report
Report Period: September 2021-February 2023
Summary: Final Report for Task Force created in 2021, the Equity, Cultural Sensitivity, and Inclusion Site Name Task Force which reviewed the Forest Preserve Site Names | receive and filed | Pass |
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23-0224
| 1 | | | Ordinance | PROPOSED ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF LAND VIA DONATION FROM SAVE THE PRAIRIE SOCIETY AND CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE NEAR WOLF ROAD PRAIRIE NATURE PRESERVE
AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FOREST PRESERVE in part of Section 30, Township 39 North, Range 12, East of the Third Principal Meridian, all in Cook County, Illinois near Wolf Road Prairie Nature Preserve in District 17.
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois, 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 Forest Preserve 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 faun | approve | Pass |
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23-0230
| 1 | | | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION CREATING THE DECENNIAL COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, on June 10, 2022, the Decennial Committees on Local Government Efficiency Act (50 ILCS 70/1 et seq) (the “Act”) became effective and placed certain requirements on the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Commissioners (the “Board”), including the formation of a Decennial Committee by June 10, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of such committee would be to study the Forest Preserves of Cook County’s governing statutes, ordinances, rules, procedures, powers, jurisdiction, shared services, intergovernmental agreements, and interrelationships with other governmental units and the State; and
WHEREAS, no later than eighteen (18) months after the formation of the Decennial Committee, the Committee shall provide a report to the Cook County Board of Commissioners and such report shall include recommendations in respect to increased accountability and efficiency; and
WHEREAS, according to the Act, the Decennial Committee is to be chaired by the President of the Forest Preserves of Cook County Board of Com | approve as amended | Pass |
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23-0274
| 2 | | Cook County Land Acknowledgement | Ordinance Amendment | PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
PROPOSED SUBSTITUTION TO FILE 23-0274
(FPD Legislation and Intergovernmental Relations Committee Meeting 4/25/2023)
Sponsor: KEVIN B. MORRISON, Forest Preserve District of Cook County Commissioners
BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 1 - Administrative, Chapter 5 -FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RULES OF ORGANIZATION AND PROCEDURE, Section 1-5-4- PARLIAMENTARY RULES, Subsection 4-7 - ORDER OF BUSINESS of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as follows:
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4-7. Order of Business.
(a) At each regular meeting of the Board, the order of business (unless otherwise directed by the Board) is as follows:
1.Consent Calendar.
2.Public Testimony.
3.Committee Items Requiring Action.
4.New Business.
(b) All questions relating to the priority of business shall be decided by the Chair, without debate, subject to appeal.
(c) Meetings of the Board may commence with a prayer or invocation and the Pledge of Allegian | suspend the rules | Pass |
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23-0274
| 2 | | Cook County Land Acknowledgement | Ordinance Amendment | PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
PROPOSED SUBSTITUTION TO FILE 23-0274
(FPD Legislation and Intergovernmental Relations Committee Meeting 4/25/2023)
Sponsor: KEVIN B. MORRISON, Forest Preserve District of Cook County Commissioners
BE IT ORDAINED, by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Title 1 - Administrative, Chapter 5 -FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RULES OF ORGANIZATION AND PROCEDURE, Section 1-5-4- PARLIAMENTARY RULES, Subsection 4-7 - ORDER OF BUSINESS of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as follows:
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4-7. Order of Business.
(a) At each regular meeting of the Board, the order of business (unless otherwise directed by the Board) is as follows:
1.Consent Calendar.
2.Public Testimony.
3.Committee Items Requiring Action.
4.New Business.
(b) All questions relating to the priority of business shall be decided by the Chair, without debate, subject to appeal.
(c) Meetings of the Board may commence with a prayer or invocation and the Pledge of Allegian | approve as substituted | Pass |
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23-0329
| 1 | | REQUESTING A HEARING OF THE CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN COMMITTEE | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION (AS SUBSTITUTED)
REQUESTING A HEARING OF THE BOTANIC GARDEN COMMITTEE ON OPERATIONS, PROGRAMS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OF THE CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN
WHEREAS, the Chicago Botanic Garden opened 50 years ago, as a garden for all; and
WHEREAS, the Chicago Botanic Garden has since matured into one of the world’s great living museums and conservation science centers; and
WHEREAS, the Chicago Botanic Garden’s modern history began in 1962, when the Chicago Horticultural Society agreed to help create and manage a new public garden. With the groundbreaking for the Chicago Botanic Garden in 1965 and its opening in 1972, the Society created a permanent site on which to carry out its mission; and
WHEREAS, the Chicago Botanic Garden today consists of 28 gardens and four natural areas that are uniquely situated on 385 acres on and around nine islands and six miles of lake shoreline; and
WHEREAS, the Chicago Botanic Garden is the proud home to the Lenhardt Library, containing 150,000 items-including one of the nation's best collections of rare botanical books, and nine lab | refer | Pass |
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