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PROPOSED MISCELLANEOUS ITEM OF BUSINESS
Department: Department of Real Estate Management
Summary: Requesting approval of a Second Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding to allow blind vendors to continue operating vending facilities at additional County facilities. The 2019 Memorandum of Understanding being amended was entered into pursuant to the statutory mandates set forth in the Blind Vendors Act, 20 ILCS 2421/1 et seq., for the operation of vending machines and concession stands for newspapers, beverages and foodstuffs at various County facilities and commenced January 1st, 2020. The program is sponsored by the State of Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services, Business Enterprise Program for the Blind, referred to as (DHS/DRS/BEPH) and works with governmental bodies to provide economic opportunities for visually impaired individuals. The Cook County Department of Public Health has approved the "Healthy Vending" approach proposed by this vendor and will continue to work with the vendor to maximize sales of healthy snacks.
The existing MOU expires December 31, 2024; however, The BEPH is presently conducting a facilities assessment of the County's real estate portfolio to identify additional locations and to determine the scale, scope, and suitable vending options for each location. Additionally, the BEPH's attorney requires additional time to review the draft MOU that would extend the term for five (5) years.
The Department of Real Estate Management requests to amend the active MOU to execute month-by-month extensions until both parties reach a new agreement that serves the mutual interests of the County and Blind Vendors.
Licensor: County of Cook
Licensee:
State of Illinois Department of Human Services
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Business Enterprise Program for the Blind
809 Commercial Ave, Springfield, Illinois 62703
Term: Second Amendment: 1/1/2025 - 2/28/2025, with the option to renew on a mont...
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