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Meeting date/time:
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4/18/2024
10:00 AM
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Final
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Meeting location:
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Cook County Building, Board Room,
118 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois
Issued on: 4/12/2024
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24-1179
| 1 | | Mosquito Abatement District Appointment | Appointment | PROPOSED APPOINTMENT
Appointee(s): Tito Rodriguez
Position: Member
Department/Board/Commission: Des Plaines Valley Mosquito Abatement Board
Effective date: 5/17/2024
Expiration date: 5/17/2028 | refer | Pass |
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24-2670
| 1 | | | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CALLING ON COOK COUNTY HEALTH TO PROVIDE AN UPDATE ON THE 2024 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SUMMIT TO THE COOK COUNTY BOARD’S HEALTH & HOSPITALS COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, on February 15, 2024 Cook County Health held its first Behavioral Health Summit, bringing together health care and social service providers, mental health advocates, community leaders and elected officials to discuss how to improve access and care in Cook County; and,
WHEREAS, the all-day summit, held at the UIC Dorin Forum, was led by the Cook County Health Office of Behavioral Health, which was established last year to support the transformation of the behavioral health ecosystem across Cook County through community partnerships, systems alignment, innovation, and equity-driven funding; and,
WHEREAS, more than 700 people attended the event, which included addresses from Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Michael Cabonargi, Regional Director, US Department of Health and Human Services, as well as video-taped messages from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and | refer | Pass |
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24-2571
| 1 | | APPROVING A THIRD AMENDMENT TO THAT CERTAIN REVOLVING LINE OF CREDIT AND BUDGET TRANSFER FOR THE COOK COUNTY LAND BANK AUTHORITY | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A THIRD AMENDMENT TO THAT CERTAIN REVOLVING LINE OF CREDIT AND BUDGET TRANSFER FOR THE COOK COUNTY LAND BANK AUTHORITY
WHEREAS, the Cook County Land Bank Authority (“CCLBA”) is authorized under its enabling ordinance, Chap. 103, Art. 1, Sec. 103-1, et seq., of the Cook County Code of Ordinances (“Ordinance”) to use available resources to facilitate the return of vacant, abandoned and tax-delinquent properties to productive use thereby combating community deterioration, creating economic growth and stabilizing the housing and job market, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 103-41(f) of the Ordinance, CCLBA has authority to borrow money from private lenders, subject to the approval of the County Board, to further or carry out CCLBA’s public purpose by executing leases, trust indentures, trust agreements, agreements for the sale of notes, loan agreements, mortgages, deeds to secure debt, trust deeds, security agreements, assignments, and such other agreements or instruments as may be necessary or desirable in the judgment of CCLBA, to evi | approve | Pass |
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24-2304
| 1 | | MATERNAL HEALTH MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY RATES IN COOK COUNTY RESOLUTION | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CALLING FOR A HEARING OF THE HEALTH AND HOSPITALS COMMITTEE TO RECEIVE AN UPDATE ON MATERNAL HEALTH MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY RATES IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, each year in the U.S., hundreds of women die from complications related to pregnancy and childbirth, known as maternal death, at a rate many times greater than in other developed nations; and
WHEREAS, maternal death/mortality is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “the death of a woman while pregnant or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy, irrespective of the duration and the site of the pregnancy, from any cause related to or aggravated by the pregnancy or its management, but not from accidental or incidental causes, and maternal morbidity as “any health condition attributed to and/or complicating pregnancy, and childbirth that has a negative impact on the woman’s well-being and/or functioning”; and
WHEREAS, Health and Human Services officials and stakeholders stated that the pandemic worsened factors contributing to maternal health disparities, like access to care, cardiovascul | refer | Pass |
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24-2660
| 1 | | RESOLUTION FOR ASIAN AMERICAN DATA INCLUSION | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION FOR ASIAN AMERICANPROPOSED AMENDMENT TO FILE 24-2660
Sponsored by: JOSINA MORITA, Cook County Board of Commissioners
PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION FOR ASIAN AMERICAN DATA INCLUSION
WHEREAS, Cook County is one of the largest and most racially, ethnically and linguistically diverse counties in the country; and
WHEREAS, Cook County Government is committed to supporting equitable, inclusive and accessible government; and
WHEREAS, Cook County Government must collect accurate data to understand and serve the specific needs of its diverse communities; and
WHEREAS, Cook County recognizes Asian Americans as a minority group; and
WHEREAS, Asian Americans include people whose origins and ancestries lie in East Asia, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands and South Asia the Indian subcontinent; and
WHEREAS, Asian Americans come from over 40 countries, include over 20 ethnicities speaking 2,300 languages and dialects; and
WHEREAS, there were approximately 409,000 Asian American residents in Cook County representing 7.7% of the County's p | approve | Pass |
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24-2660
| 1 | | RESOLUTION FOR ASIAN AMERICAN DATA INCLUSION | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION FOR ASIAN AMERICANPROPOSED AMENDMENT TO FILE 24-2660
Sponsored by: JOSINA MORITA, Cook County Board of Commissioners
PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION FOR ASIAN AMERICAN DATA INCLUSION
WHEREAS, Cook County is one of the largest and most racially, ethnically and linguistically diverse counties in the country; and
WHEREAS, Cook County Government is committed to supporting equitable, inclusive and accessible government; and
WHEREAS, Cook County Government must collect accurate data to understand and serve the specific needs of its diverse communities; and
WHEREAS, Cook County recognizes Asian Americans as a minority group; and
WHEREAS, Asian Americans include people whose origins and ancestries lie in East Asia, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands and South Asia the Indian subcontinent; and
WHEREAS, Asian Americans come from over 40 countries, include over 20 ethnicities speaking 2,300 languages and dialects; and
WHEREAS, there were approximately 409,000 Asian American residents in Cook County representing 7.7% of the County's p | reconsider | Pass |
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24-2660
| 1 | | RESOLUTION FOR ASIAN AMERICAN DATA INCLUSION | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION FOR ASIAN AMERICANPROPOSED AMENDMENT TO FILE 24-2660
Sponsored by: JOSINA MORITA, Cook County Board of Commissioners
PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION FOR ASIAN AMERICAN DATA INCLUSION
WHEREAS, Cook County is one of the largest and most racially, ethnically and linguistically diverse counties in the country; and
WHEREAS, Cook County Government is committed to supporting equitable, inclusive and accessible government; and
WHEREAS, Cook County Government must collect accurate data to understand and serve the specific needs of its diverse communities; and
WHEREAS, Cook County recognizes Asian Americans as a minority group; and
WHEREAS, Asian Americans include people whose origins and ancestries lie in East Asia, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands and South Asia the Indian subcontinent; and
WHEREAS, Asian Americans come from over 40 countries, include over 20 ethnicities speaking 2,300 languages and dialects; and
WHEREAS, there were approximately 409,000 Asian American residents in Cook County representing 7.7% of the County's p | refer | Pass |
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24-2674
| 1 | | A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY SAFETY THROUGH STABLE HOMES ACT | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY SAFETY THROUGH STABLE HOMES ACT
WHEREAS, according to the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) report “Fair Housing Implications of Nuisance and Crime-Free Ordinances: A Guide for Units of Local Government”, ‘crime-free’ housing programs are formal partnerships between cities and housing providers that often require housing providers to evict tenants that are deemed connected to crimes; and
WHEREAS, the report goes on to note that these crime-free ordinances often require housing providers to deny housing, evict, fine, or penalize tenants for their connection to specific crimes or just “criminal activity” in general, and are often broadly written to prohibit activities such as the act of an arrest or simple calls for police service; and
WHEREAS, according to the ACLU of Illinois, these ordinances have been broadly written to apply even when the tenant was the victim of the crime or called the police for protection or assistance; and
WHEREAS, Illinois Public Media reports that these types of or | refer | Pass |
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24-2210
| 1 | | Medical Examiner Office - Department of Revenue Audit Report | Report | REPORT
Department: Office of the County Auditor
Report Title: Medical Examiner Office - Department of Revenue Audit Report
Report Period: December 2021 - June 2023
Summary: This audit was designed to assess the internal controls over the cash process of the Medical Examiner’s Office to determine if they are adequate. | refer | Pass |
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24-2243
| 1 | | OCA - FY23 4th Quarter Open Recommendations | Report | REPORT
Department: Office of the County Auditor
Report Title: OCA - FY23 4th Quarter Open Recommendations
Report Period: November 2023 - December 2023
Summary: This report was designed to communicate the status of Open Recommendations from previous reports issued by the Office of the County Auditor. | refer | Pass |
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24-2658
| 1 | | Medical Examiner Office Audit Report | Report | REPORT
Department: Office of the County Auditor
Report Title: Medical Examiner Office Audit Report
Report Period: December 2021 - June 2023
Summary: This audit was designed to assess the internal controls over the cash process and to determine if the security vendor is complying with the scope defined in the contract within the Medical Examiner’s Office. | refer | Pass |
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24-2236
| 1 | | Cook County Covid 19 Financial Response Report April 2024 Board | Report | REPORT
Department: Bureau of Finance
Report Title: Cook County Covid 19 Financial Response Report April Board 2024
Report Period: March 1, 2020 - March 15, 2024
Summary: This report serves as an update on Cook County’s Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF), FEMA PA and ERA fund use for COVID-19 efforts. It covers activity for the period from March 1, 2020, through March 15, 2024. This report includes updates on the County’s FEMA PA, Emergency Rental Assistance and American Rescue Plan Act grant allocations.
We are proud of the work done by our office to distribute hundreds of millions of dollars for the many pandemic-related needs of Cook County in an efficient, effective and equitable manner. We are encouraged by the progress made toward the careful management of coronavirus relief distribution. | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2238
| 1 | | TIAO Ordinance Amendment | Ordinance Amendment | PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
AMENDMENT TO COUNTY TAXPAYERS’ INTEREST ASSURANCE ORDINANCE
BE IT ORDAINED, by the Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Chapter 34 Finance, Article I Generally, Section Number 34-4 of the Cook County Code is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 34-4. Investment of public funds.
(a) This section shall be known and may be cited as the "Cook County Taxpayers' Interest Assurance Ordinance".
(b) All elected and appointed public officials of Cook County are directed to invest public funds in their possession or for which they are custodians in interest-bearing accounts, except where prohibited by law or for which compelling economic reasons do not justify the use of an interest-bearing account. If any public funds are not invested in an interest-bearing account, the elected or appointed public official shall certify in writing to the Chief Financial Officer and the County Auditor the reason that such funds have not been invested in an interest-bearing account. The Chief Financial Officer and the County Auditor will forward to the President of | refer | Pass |
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24-2633
| 1 | | ARPA Budget Transfer Approvals | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Budget & Management Services
Report Title: Board Resolution 22-0637 ARPA Budget Transfer Approvals
Report Period: March 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Summary: Pursuant to Board Resolution 22-0637, the Department of Budget & Management Services (DBMS) may approve budgetary transfers required to implement the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) initiatives approved by the Board of Commissioners within the special purpose fund established for the County’s allocation of ARPA Funding. Attached, please find a report of all transfers made within the ARPA special purpose fund between March 1, 2024, and March 31, 2024.
Please note, the report presents the information in three different formats:
Summary of Budget Transfers: reflects a summary of all transfers by fund and department, and the purpose of the transfer.
Transfers By Department: reflects all transfers by Department, delineating the accounts out of and into which such transfers were made.
Transfers By Fund: reflects all transfers by Fund, delineating the Department or Agen | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2498
| 1 | | Bills and Claims Report 2/21/2024-3/25/2024 | Report | REPORT
Department: Comptroller’s Office
Report Title: Bills and Claims Report
Report Period: 2/21/2024-3/25/2024
Summary: This report to be received and filed is to comply with the Amended Procurement Code Chapter 34-125 (k).
The Comptroller shall provide to the Board of Commissioners a report of all payments made pursuant to contracts for supplies, materials and equipment and for professional and managerial services for Cook County, including the separately elected Officials, which involve an expenditure of $150,000.00 or more, within two (2) weeks of being made. Such reports shall include:
1. The name of the Vendor;
2. A brief description of the product or service provided;
3. The name of the Using Department and budgetary account from which the funds are being drawn; and
4. The contract number under which the payment is being made. | receive and file | Pass |
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24-1597
| 1 | | Contract Amendment A1 Mesirow Insurance Services Alliant (Insurance Brokerage Services Muni, Med Mal, CountyCare) 2005-18332 | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Risk Management
Vendor: Mesirow Insurance Services, Inc., an Alliant-owned company, Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to renew and increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Insurance Brokerage Services (Municipal Liability, Medical Malpractice and Managed Care Excess of Loss Insurance - CountyCare )
Original Contract Period: 7/1/2021 - 6/30/2024 with (1) one, (2) two-year renewal option
Proposed Amendment Type: Renewal and Increase
Proposed Contract Period: Renewal period 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2026
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $30,085,720.00
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Board 3/18/2021, $30,085,720.00
Increase Requested: $22,161,511.00
Previous Board Increase(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potential Fiscal Impac | approve | Pass |
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24-1615
| 1 | | New Contract Deloitte (Health & Group Benefits Consulting) 2305-09194 | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Risk Management
Vendor: Deloitte Consulting LLP, Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Health & Group Benefits Consulting
Contract Value: $1,017,565.00
Contract period: 8/1/2024 - 7/31/2027 with two (2) two-year renewals
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY 2025 $ 359,055.00, FY 2026 $ 322,500.00, FY 2027 $ 336,010.00
Accounts: 11000.1490.13385.520830.00000.00000
Contract Number(s): 2305-09194
Concurrences:
The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance via: Direct participation and partial MWBE waiver.
The Chief Procurement Officer concurs.
Summary: This contract will allow the Department of Risk Management to receive Health and Group Benefits Consulting Services. The services identified include annual actuarial assessments, procurement support, vendor management, compliance support, communications, and the ability to provide strategic counsel on industry trends such as plan design | approve | Pass |
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24-2106
| 1 | | Fleet Vehicle Source, Inc. dba US Fleet Source, Las Vegas, Nevada | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Bureau of Administration (BOA) and State’s Attorney’s Office (SAO)
Vendor: Fleet Vehicle Source, Inc. dba US Fleet Source, Las Vegas, Nevada
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Nissan Leaf SV Plus 4 Door Hatchback (electric vehicles).
Contract Value: $250,740.00
Contract period: 4/18/2024 - 4/17/2025, with two one-year renewal options
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY 2024 $250,740.00
Accounts: 11601.1011.21120.560265 (BOA); 11620.1250.21120.560265 (SAO)
Contract Number(s): 2345-07273R2
Concurrences:
The contract-specific goal set on this contract was zero.
The Chief Procurement Officer concurs.
Summary: This contract will allow BOA and SAO to purchase seven (7) Nissan Leaf SV Plus 4 Door Hatchbacks.
The vendor was selected pursuant to a publicly advertised Invitation for Bids (IFB) in accordance with the Cook County Procurement Code. Fleet Vehicle Source, Inc. dba US Fleet Source was the lowest, responsive and | approve | Pass |
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24-2114
| 1 | | Sutton Ford, Matteson, Illinois | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Bureau of Administration, Transportation and Highways, States Attorney, Clerk of the Circuit Court, Chief Judge Office, Juvenile Probation, Health and Hospitals
Vendor: Sutton Ford, Matteson, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Ford Maverick XLT Hybrid
Contract Value: $2,170,350.00
Contract period: 4/18/2024 - 4/17/2026, with one, one-year renewal option
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY 2024 $983,892.00
Accounts: SAO 11620.1250.21120.560265 $289,380.00; BOA 11601.1011.21120.560265 $202,566.00; DOTH 11569.1500.21120.560265 $115,752.00 and 11620.1500.21120.560265 $86,814.00; Clerk of the Circuit Court 11620.1335.21120.560265 $57,876.00; Chief Judge 11601.1310.21120.560265 $28,938.00; Health and Hospitals 11601.4897.21120.560265 $173,628.00; Juvenile Probation 11569.1326.21120.560265 $28,938.00
Contract Number(s): 2445-02095
Concurrences:
The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance Via: direct participation. | approve | Pass |
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24-1605
| 1 | | ARPA - Municipal Recycling Support, Subrecipient Approval | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY AND THE RECYCLING PARTNERSHIP FOR MUNICIPAL RECYCLING SUPPORT
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 $1,000,372,385.00 of ARPA funding to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2021, the Cook County 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 allocated to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19 in the amount of approx | approve | Pass |
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24-2245
| 1 | | Neurologica, Corp | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Cook County Medical Examiners (MEO)
Vendor: Neurologica, Corp., Danvers, Massachussets
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Neurologica CT BodyTom Service Agreement
Contract Value: $228,000.00
Contract period: 5/1/2024 - 4/30/2027
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY2024 $44,333.33, FY2025 $76,000.00, FY2026 $76,000.00, FY27 $31,666.67
Accounts: 11100.1259.35290.530814.
Contract Number(s): 2201-07262
Concurrences:
The Contract Specific goal set on this Contract is Zero.
The Chief Procurement Officer concurs.
Summary: The Cook County Medical Examiner’s office requests authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute a contract with Neurologica, Corp. for the maintenance and service agreement of the MEO’s Neurologica CT BodyTom (Portable Full Body 32-Slice CT Scanner). Neurologica Corp is the only vendor that can perform these services because the MEO’s current equipment is one of Neurolo | approve | Pass |
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24-1240
| 1 | | Intergovernmental Agreement for IIC with the Village of Skokie | Intergovernmental Agreement (Highway) | PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department: Transportation and Highways
Other Part(ies): Village of Skokie, Illinois
Request: Approval of proposed Intergovernmental Agreement.
Goods or Services: Right-of-Way acquisition
Location: Village of Skokie, Illinois
Section: 23-IICBP-13-LA
Centerline Mileage: N/A
County Board District: 13
Agreement Number(s): N/A
Agreement Period: One-time agreement
Fiscal Impact: $94,500.00
Accounts: Motor Fuel Tax: 11300.1500.29150.560019
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed Intergovernmental Agreement between the County and the Village of Skokie. The Village will be the lead agency for Right-of-Way acquisition for Skokie Valley Trail Project within the Village limits between Dempster Street and Golf Road. The County will reimburse the Village for its share of Right-of-Way acquisition costs. | refer | Pass |
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24-1456
| 1 | | Intergovernmental Agreement for IIC for Shared Use Mobility Center’s 2023 | Intergovernmental Agreement (Highway) | PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department: Transportation and Highways
Other Part(ies): Shared-Use Mobility Center (SUMC)
Request: Approval of proposed Intergovernmental Agreement.
Goods or Services: Study Project.
Location: Countywide
Section: 23-IICTR-02-ES
Centerline Mileage: N/A
County Board District: Countywide
Agreement Number(s): N/A
Agreement Period: One-time agreement
Fiscal Impact: $350,000.00 (up to $175,000.00 to be reimbursed from the Regional Transportation Authority)
Accounts: Motor Fuel Tax: 11300.1500.29150.560019
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed intergovernmental agreement between the County and Shared-Use Mobility Center (SUMC). The SUMC will be the lead agency for Chicago Regional Mobility Hubs Framework study Project. The County will reimburse the SUMC for its share of planning study costs. | refer | Pass |
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24-1720
| 1 | | Intergovernmental Agreement for RTA Mobility Hub Framework Study | Intergovernmental Agreement (Highway) | PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department: Transportation and Highways
Other Part(ies): Regional Transportation Authority (RTA)
Request: Approval of proposed Intergovernmental Agreement.
Goods or Services: Study
Location: Countywide
Section: 23-IICTR-02-ES
Centerline Mileage: N/A
County Board District: Countywide
Agreement Number(s): N/A
Agreement Period: One-time agreement
Fiscal Impact: $175,000.00 (up to $175,000.00 to be reimbursed from the Regional Transportation
Authority)
Accounts: Motor Fuel Tax: 11300.1500.29150.560019
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed Intergovernmental Agreement between the County and Regional Transportation Authority (RTA). The Shared-Use Mobility Center (SUMC) will conduct the Study for Chicago Regional Mobility Hubs Framework study for the County of Cook through the 2023 Invest in Cook program. The County of Cook will provide project management for the Study and shall be supported by the RTA in | refer | Pass |
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24-1921
| 1 | | Report for Construction Monthly Status Report – February 2024 | Report | REPORT
Department: Transportation and Highways
Report Title: Bureau of Construction Status Report
Report Period: 2/1/2024 - 2/29/2024
Action: Receive and File
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests that the status report be received and filed for Construction for the month of February 2024. | receive and file | Pass |
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24-1924
| 1 | | Contract for Pavement Preservation 2024 - Crack Sealing co. number 2411-12044 | Contract (Highway) | PROPOSED CONTRACT (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department(s): Transportation and Highways
Vendor: Denler, Inc., Joliet, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute contract.
Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Services - Pavement Preservation 2024 - Crack Sealing
Location: Countywide
Section: 24-PPCRS-01-PV
Contract Value: $1,418,899.45
Contract period: 5/2/2024 - 10/14/2027 12/13/2027
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY2024 $1,064,174.59; FY2025 $283,779.89; FY2026 $70,944.97
Accounts: Motor Fuel Tax: 11300.1500.29150.560019
Contract Number(s): 2411-12044
Concurrences:
The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance via: Direct participation.
The Chief Procurement Officer concurs.
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed Contract between the County and Denler, Inc., Joliet, IL. This contract provides for the furnishing and installation of various types of crack sealing and crack filling products throughout C | approve as amended | Pass |
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24-1996
| 1 | | Improvement Resolution for East Lake Avenue at C&NW Railroad | Improvement Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT RESOLUTION (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department: Transportation and Highways
Project Type: Motor Fuel Tax Project
Request: Approval of appropriation of Motor Fuel Tax Funds
Project: East Lake Avenue at C&NW Railroad
Location: Village of Glenview, Illinois
Section: 24-A5921-00-BR
County Board District(s): 14
Centerline Mileage: N/A
Fiscal Impact: $840,000.00 (FY24 = $420,000.00, FY25 = $420,000.00)
Accounts: Motor Fuel Tax: 11300.1500.29150.560019
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed improvement resolution for work being done in the Village of Glenview. The appropriating funds are for the East Lake Avenue at Chicago and North Western (C&NW) Railroad project in the Village of Glenview in Cook County. The project scope consists of the removal and replacement of bridge steel diaphragms. | refer | Pass |
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24-2064
| 1 | | Grant Award Acceptance Resolution for Old Orchard Rd (CMAQ) | Grant Acceptance Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED GRANT AWARD
Department: Transportation and Highways
Grantee: Cook County
Grantor: Illinois Department of Transportation
Request: Authorization to accept grant
Purpose: The Department is the recipient of $9,060,606.00 in Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) funds for the improvement of Old Orchard Road from Woods Drive to Skokie Boulevard, in coordination with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Village of Skokie, in the Village of Skokie
Grant Amount: $9,060,606.00
Grant Period: 7 years from date of execution of the funding agreement
Fiscal Impact: FY24 ($1,952,000.00) Capitalizable; FY24 ($942,400.00) Non Capitalizable; FY25 ($2,448,000.00) Capitalizable; FY25 ($1,413,600.00) Non Capitalizable; FY26 ($2,304,606.00) Capitalizable
Accounts: No Cash match required. 11900.1500.53986.521536; 11900.1500.53986.560019.
Concurrences:
The Budget Department has received all requisite documents and determined the fiscal impact on Cook County, if any.
Summary: The Department of Transportat | refer | Pass |
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24-2065
| 1 | | Grant Award Acceptance Resolution for Touhy Ave (CMAQ) | Grant Acceptance Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED GRANT AWARD
Department: Department of Transportation and Highways
Grantee: Cook County
Grantor: Illinois Department of Transportation
Request: Authorization to accept grant
Purpose: The Department is the recipient of $34,739,000.00 in Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) funds for the improvement of Touhy Avenue from Elmhurst Road to Mt. Prospect Road in the Village of Elk Grove Village, City of Des Plaines and City of Chicago and in coordination with the Illinois Tollway and the municipalities.
Grant Amount: $34,739,000.00
Grant Period: 7 years from date of execution of the funding agreement
Fiscal Impact: FY24 ($10,421,700.00); FY25 ($10,421,700.00); FY26 ($13,895,600.00)
Accounts: No cash match. 11900.1500.53665.521536
Concurrences:
The Budget Department has received all requisite documents and determined the fiscal impact on Cook County, if any.
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed grant award acceptance. The grant is to accept CMA | refer | Pass |
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24-2066
| 1 | | Grant Award Acceptance Resolution for 88th Ave/Cork Ave (IL Competitive Freight) | Grant Acceptance Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED GRANT AWARD
Department: Transportation and Highways
Grantee: Cook County
Grantor: Illinois Department of Transportation
Request: Authorization to accept grant
Purpose: Cook County received National Highway Freight Program (NHFP) funds totaling $13,443,680.00 for construction of 88th Avenue/Cork Avenue from Archer Ave to 81st Street. The project is advancing in coordination with IL Tollway and Village of Justice.
Grant Amount: $13,443,680.00
Grant Period: 7 years from execution of the grant agreement
Fiscal Impact: FY24 ($6,654,622.00) Non Capitalizable; FY24 ($2,218,207.00) Capitalizable; FY25 ($3,428,138.00) Non Capitalizable; FY25 ($1,142,713.00) Capitalizable
Accounts: No cash match. 11900.1500.53814.560019. 11900.1500.53814.521536
Concurrences:
The Budget Department has received all requisite documents and determined the fiscal impact on Cook County, if any.
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed grant award acceptance. The grant is to accept NHFP grant awa | refer | Pass |
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24-2067
| 1 | | Grant Award Acceptance Resolution for Franklin Ave /Green Street (CMAQ) | Grant Acceptance Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED GRANT AWARD
Department: Department of Transportation and Highways
Grantee: Cook County
Grantor: Illinois Department of Transportation
Request: Authorization to accept grant
Purpose: The Department is the recipient of $19,831,971.00 in Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) funds for the improvement of Franklin Avenue/Green Street from York Road to County Line Road in the Villages of Bensenville and Franklin Park and in coordination with the Illinois Tollway and the municipalities.
Grant Amount: $19,831,971.00
Grant Period: 7 years from date of execution of the funding agreement
Fiscal Impact: FY24 ($11,514,392.40) (Task 10); FY24 ($388,990.20) (Task 11); FY25 ($7,676,261.60) (Task 10); FY25 ($259,326.80) (Task 11)
Accounts: No cash match. 11900.1500.54179.521536.
Concurrences:
The Budget Department has received all requisite documents and determined the fiscal impact on Cook County, if any.
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed grant award ac | refer | Pass |
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24-2068
| 1 | | Grant Award Acceptance Resolution for Traffic Signal Replacement HSIP #1 (HSIP) | Grant Acceptance Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED GRANT AWARD
Department: Department of Transportation and Highways
Grantee: Cook County
Grantor: Illinois Department of Transportation
Request: Authorization to accept grant
Purpose: County will be the lead agency for construction and construction engineering of traffic signal replacements and intersection improvements at Ridgeland Avenue at 143rd Street, Kedzie Avenue at 139th Street and Kedzie Avenue at 175th Street.
Grant Amount: $982,962.00
Grant Period: 5 years from execution of funding agreement
Fiscal Impact: FY24 ($884,666.00); FY25 ($98,296.00)
Accounts: No cash match. 11900.1500.54354.560019
Concurrences:
The Budget Department has received all requisite documents and determined the fiscal impact on Cook County, if any.
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed grant award acceptance. The grant is to accept $982,962.00 HSIP grant award for HSIP #1 project (23-HSIP1-00-TL) | refer | Pass |
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24-2069
| 1 | | Grant Award Acceptance Resolution for Old Orchard Road (HPP) | Grant Acceptance Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED GRANT AWARD
Department: Transportation and Highways
Grantee: Cook County
Grantor: Illinois Department of Transportation
Request: Authorization to accept grant
Purpose: The Department is the recipient of $800,000.00 in Highway Priority Project (HPP) funds for the improvement of Old Orchard Road from Woods Drive to Skokie Boulevard, in coordination with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Village of Skokie, in the Village of Skokie.
Grant Amount: $800,000.00
Grant Period: 7 years from date of execution of the funding agreement
Fiscal Impact: FY24 ($320,000.00); FY25 ($480,000.00)
Accounts: No cash match. 11900.1500.TBD.560019
Concurrences:
The Budget Department has received all requisite documents and determined the fiscal impact on Cook County, if any.
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed grant award acceptance. The grant is to accept HPP grant award of $800,000.00 for Old Orchard (14-A8327-09-RP) project construction | refer | Pass |
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24-2070
| 1 | | Improvement Resolution for 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Program Northern Corridor - Phase II | Improvement Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT RESOLUTION (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department: Transportation and Highways
Project Type: Motor Fuel Tax Project
Request: Approval of appropriation of Motor Fuel Tax Funds
Project: 2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Program: Northern Corridor Package 3
Location: Villages of Elk Grove, Glenview, Hoffman Estates, Northfield, and Northbrook
Section: 22-PRPN1-00-PV
County Board District(s): 14, 15
Centerline Mileage: 11.4 miles
Fiscal Impact: $23,000,000.00
Accounts: 11300.1500.29150.560019 (Motor Fuel Tax), 11300.1500.29152.560019 (RBI) (FY24 = $2,760,000.00 RBI; $1,840,000.00 Motor Fuel Tax; FY25 = $11,040,000.00 RBI, $7,360,000.00 Motor Fuel Tax)
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed improvement resolution for working being done in the Villages of Elk Grove, Glenview, Hoffman Estates, Northfield, and Northbrook. The improvement resolution is appropriating funds for Pavement Rehabilitation at six locations (Landwehr Road, Walters Ave, Landmeier Road, Sho | refer | Pass |
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24-2071
| 1 | | Supplemental Improvement Resolution for County Line Road (South) - I-294 to North Avenue | Supplemental Improvement Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED SUPPLEMENTAL IMPROVEMENT RESOLUTION (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department: Transportation and Highways
Project Type: Motor Fuel Tax Project
Request: Approval
Project: County Line Road from I-294 to North Ave
Location: Cities of Elmhurst, and Northlake
Section: 16-W7331-00-RP
County Board District: 17
Centerline Mileage: N/A
Fiscal Impact: $4,700,000.00 (FY24 = $2,350,000.00; FY25 = $1,880,000.00; FY26 = $470,000.00)
Accounts:
Motor Fuel Tax Fund: 11300.1500.29150.560019 ($1,860,000.00); 11300.1500.29150.521536 ($2,840,000.00)
Board Approved Date and Amount: February 10, 2016, $36,000,000.00; June 24, 2021, $4,000,000.00
Increased Amount: $4,700,000.00
Total Adjusted Amount: $44,700,000.00
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed supplemental improvement resolution for work being done in the cities of Elmhurst and Northlake. The supplemental resolution is appropriating funds for the improvement of County Line Road from I-294 to North Ave | refer | Pass |
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24-2128
| 1 | | Supplemental Improvement Resolution for 87th St Bridge over B.O.C.T. RR | Supplemental Improvement Resolution (Highway) | PROPOSED SUPPLEMENTAL IMPROVEMENT RESOLUTION (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department: Transportation and Highways
Project Type: Motor Fuel Tax Project
Request: Approval
Project: 87th Street Bridge over B.O.C.T. Railroad
Location: Village of Bridgeview, Illinois
Section: 19-B4224-00-BR
County Board District: 6
Centerline Mileage: N/A
Fiscal Impact: $525,000.00 (FY24)
Accounts: MFT Fund: 11300.1500.29150.560019 ($10,500.00); 11300.1500.29152.560019 ($514,500.00)
Board Approved Date and Amount: July 25, 2019, $3,300,000.00; July 28, 2022, $2,200,000.00
Increased Amount: $525,000.00
Total Adjusted Amount: $6,025,000.00
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of the proposed supplemental improvement resolution for work being done in the Village of Bridgeview. The appropriating funds for the removal and replacement of the concrete deck and approach slabs of the 87th Street Bridge over the B.O.C.T. Railroad in the village of Bridgeview in Cook County. | refer | Pass |
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24-2219
| 1 | | Resolution to Advance Build Up Cook Implementation | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
TO PROVIDE ARPA FUNDS TO SUPPORT BUILD UP COOK PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ASSET MANAGEMENT
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 $1,000,372,385B of ARPA funding to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2021, the Cook County 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 allocated to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19 in the amount of approximately $1,000,372,385.00; and
WHEREAS, Resoluti | refer | Pass |
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24-2261
| 1 | | Build Up Cook IGA with Harvey and Riverdale | Intergovernmental Agreement | PROPOSED INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
Department: Bureau of Asset Management
Other Part(ies): Village of Riverdale, Illinois, City of Harvey, Illinois
Request: Request to Approve Intergovernmental Agreement
Goods or Services: The County will procure a contractor to inspect a utility tunnel owned by the Village of Riverdale.
Agreement Number(s): N/A
Agreement Period: This agreement shall be authorized upon Cook County Board approval and shall be in effect for twelve (12) months or upon completion of the project, whichever is earliest.
Fiscal Impact: No net impact beyond funds already allocated to the project. The cost of this phase is estimated to be $50,000.00
Accounts: 11286.1031.63464.520830.00000.00000 - NT099
Summary: The Board of Commissioners approved an IGA on 11/16/2023 authorizing the Bureau of Asset Management, through its Build Up Cook Program, partner with the City of Harvey to assist the City with the completion and execution of various rehab and infrastructure projects related to the City’s potable water supply system | approve | Pass |
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24-1904
| 1 | | Enercon Ltd. DBA Grumman Butkus Associates Contract | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Cook County Health - Operations and Development and Capital Planning and Policy
Vendor: Enercon Ltd. dba Grumman Butkus Associates Evanston, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Service - Mechanical, Engineering, and Plumbing (MEP) System Upgrades to Stroger Hospital - Powerhouse Only
Contract Value: $2,061,200.00
Contract period: 5/1/2024 7/1/2024 - 4/30/2027
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY 2024 $400,789.00, FY 2025 $687,066.50, FY 2026 $687,066.50, FY 2027 $286,278y.00
Accounts: 41569.4031.11190.560107.00000.00000
Contract Number(s): H24-25-073
Concurrences:
The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance via: Direct participation.
The CCH Chief Procurement Officer Concurs
Summary: This request is for the provision of engineering design services for upgrades to the powerhouse MEP systems at Stroger Hospital. The vendor shall perform a complete examination of Stroger’s MEP systems in conj | refer | Pass |
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24-1905
| 1 | | Enercon Ltd. dba Grumman Butkus Associates Contract | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Cook County Health - Operations and Development and Capital Planning and Policy
Vendor: Enercon Ltd. dba Grumman Butkus Associates Evanston, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Architectural and Engineering Design Services for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Upgrades (John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital Only)
Contract Value: $1,547,100.00
Contract period: 5/1/2024 7/1/2024 - 4/30/2027
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY 2024 $214,875.00, FY 2025 $515,700.00, FY 2026 $515,700.00, FY 2027 $300,825.00
Accounts: 41569.4031.11190.560107.00000.00000
Contract Number(s): H24-25-074
Concurrences:
The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance via: Direct participation.
The CCH Chief Procurement Officer Concurs
Summary: This request is for the provision of engineering services for the design, engineering, and construction administration services for implementation of mechanical and electrical infrastruc | refer | Pass |
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24-1203
| 1 | | Marco Supply Co. Inc., DBA Johnson Pipe Supply Co., Marco Supply Co., Inc. D/B/A Johnson Pipe & Supply Co. | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Department of Facilities Management
Vendor: Marco Supply Co. Inc., DBA Johnson Pipe & Supply Co. Inc., Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Sloan Plumbing Supplies
Contract Value: $300,000.00
Contract period: 5/1/2024 - 4/30/2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY 2024 $66,666.64, FY 2025 $100,000.00, FY 2026 $100,000.00, FY 2027 $33,333.36 X
Accounts: 11100.1200.12355.530188
Contract Number(s): 2302-04190R
Concurrences:
The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance Via: Full MWBE waiver with indirect participation.
The Chief Procurement Officer concurs.
Summary: This contract will allow the Department of Facilities Management to purchase Plumbing Supplies.
The vendor was selected pursuant to a publicly advertised Invitation for Bids (IFB) in accordance with the Cook County Procurement Code. Marco Supply Co. Inc., DBA J | approve | Pass |
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24-1516
| 1 | | Convergint Technologies, LLC | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Facilities Management
Vendor: Convergint Technologies, LLC, Schaumburg, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to renew and increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Maintenance and Repair of the “EST” Fire Alarm Systems
Original Contract Period: 6/15/2020 - 6/14/2023, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options
Proposed Amendment Type: Renewal and Increase
Proposed Contract Period: 6/15/2024 - 6/14/2025
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $140,000.00
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Procurement, 7/1/2020, $90,000.00
Increase Requested: $50,000.00
Previous Board Increase(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): 7/31/2023, $50,000.00
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: 7/31/2023, (6/15/2023 - 6/14/2024)
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potential Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $20,833.33 FY 2025, $29,166.67
Accounts: 1 | approve | Pass |
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24-1517
| 1 | | Production Distribution | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Facilities Management
Vendor: Production Distribution, Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to Renew and Increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Filter Supplies
Original Contract Period: 7/1/2021 - 6/30/2024, with one (1), two (2) year renewal option
Proposed Amendment Type: Renewal and Increase
Proposed Contract Period: 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2026
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $975,494.31
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Board, 6/24/2021, $725,494.31
Increase Requested: $250,000.00
Previous Board Increase(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potential Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $52,083.33, FY 2025 $124,999.92, FY 2026 $72,916.75
Accounts: 11100.1200.12355.530188
Contract Number(s): 2002-18416
Concurrences:
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24-1837
| 1 | | Valdez, LLC | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Facilities Management, Cook County Sheriff’s Office, Juvenile Temporary Detention Center
Vendor: Valdes, LLC, Wheeling, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to Renew and increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Paper Towels and Toilet Tissue
Original Contract Period: 6/1/2021 - 5/31/2024, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options
Proposed Amendment Type: Renewal and Increase
Proposed Contract Period: 6/1/2024 - 5/31/2025
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $1,184,439.84
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Board, 5/13/2021, $749,232.00
Increase Requested: $560,000.00
Previous Board Increase(s): 11/17/2022, $435,207.84
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potential Fiscal Impact:
(DFM: FY 2024 $125,000.00, FY 2025 $125, | approve | Pass |
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24-2107
| 1 | | City Escape Garden and Design, LLC | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Cook County Department of Facilities Management, Zones 1, 2 and 4 and Cook County Hospital and Health Systems, Zone 3
Vendor: City Escape Garden & Design, LLC., Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Landscaping Services
Contract Value: $1,392,085.00
Contract period: 6/1/2024 - 5/31/2027, with two (2), One (1) year renewal options.
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: CC DFM: FY 2024 $165,975.78 FY 2025 $331.951.67, FY 2026 $331.951.67 FY 27 $165,975.78
CCHHS: FY 2024 $66,038.33, FY 2025 $132.076.67, FY 2026 $132.076.67, FY 27 $66,038.33.
Accounts: CC DFM, Zones 1, 2, and 4: 11100.1200.12355.520390.00000.00000; CCHH, Zone 3: 41225.4897.17775.540360.00000.00000
Contract Number(s): 2345-08242A
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The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance via: Direct participation. The Prime Vendor is Certified WBE.
The Chief Procurement Officer concurs.
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24-2180
| 1 | | Aztec Supply Corporation | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Facilities Management, Cook County Sheriff’s Office and Juvenile Temporary Detention Center
Vendor: Aztec Supply Corporation, Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to renew contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Janitorial Supplies
Original Contract Period: 12/1/2021- 11/30/2024, with one (1), two (2) year renewal option
Proposed Amendment Type: Renewal
Proposed Contract Period: Renewal 12/1/2024 - 11/30/2026
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $2,030,033.87
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Board 11/4/2021, $2,030,033.87
Increase Requested: N/A
Previous Board Increase(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potential Fiscal Impact: N/A
Accounts:
Department of Facilities Management - 11100.1200.123 | approve | Pass |
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24-2267
| 1 | | Lease Agreement for 2101 W. Cermak | Lease Agreement | PROPOSED SUBSTIUTE TO FILE 24-2267
PROPOSED LEASE AGREEMENT
Department: Department of Real Estate Management
Request: Authority to Enter into a Lease Agreement
Landlord: WELBIC III BROADVIEW CERMAK LLC
Tenant: Cook County, for use by the Cook County Department of Public Health
Location: 2101-2171 W. 22nd Street (Cermak Road), Broadview, Illinois
Term/Extension Period: 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2034
Space Occupied: 15,850 Square Feet
Monthly Rent:
Base Rent Expense Pass Total Obligation Net Build- Total Obligation
(Monthly) Throughs (Monthly) Out Costs (Annually)
(Monthly)
Year 1 $14,529.17 $57.25 $14,586.42 $297,952.00 $472,989.04
Year 2 $14,877.27 $196.50 $15,073.77 - $180,885.24
Year 3 $15,237.56 $339.92 $15,577.48 - $186,929.72
Year 4 $15,610.46 $487.58 $16,098.04 - $193,176.52
Year 5 $15,996.41 $639.75 $16,636.16 - $199,633.92
Year 6 $16,395.87 $796.42 $17,192.29 - $206,307.44
Year 7 $16,809.31 $957.83 $17,767.14 - $213,205.72
Year 8 $17,237.22 $1,124.00 $18,361.22 - $220,334.64
Year 9 $17,680.11 $1,295.25 $18,975.36 - $227,704.32
Year 10 $18,138.50 $1,471. | refer | Pass |
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24-2502
| 1 | | 4800 W. Chicago Lease Agreement | Lease Agreement | PROPOSED LEASE AGREEMENT
Department: Department of Real Estate Management
Request: Approval to enter into a lease agreement.
Landlord: Westside Health Authority
Tenant: Cook County Health
Location: 4800 W. Chicago Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60651
Term/Extension Period: 7/23/2024 - 7/22/2029
Space Occupied: 13,790 SF
Monthly Rent: 7/23/2024 - 7/22/2025, $42,908.01. 7/23/2025 - 7/22/2026, $43,771.38. 7/23/2026 - 7/22/2027, $44,654.29. 7/23/2027 - 7/22/2028, $45,557.24. 7/23/2028 - 7/22/2029, $46,480.72
Fiscal Impact: $2,680,459.70
Accounts: 41215.4893.10700.550130.00000.00000
Option to Renew: Option to renew for two (2) five (5) year terms, with a 2% annual base rent escalations per Board Approval
Termination: N/A
Utilities Included: Yes for electricity and natural gas, no for water
Summary/Notes: Cook County Health (CCH) uses the premises for the purpose of providing medical services to the public and for ancillary office and storage purposes. Landlord will provide a $75,000.00 tenant improvement all | refer | Pass |
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24-2561
| 1 | | Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Sublease | Lease Agreement | PROPOSED LEASE AGREEMENT
Department: Department of Real Estate Management
Request: Request to Sublease Property
Landlord: Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Tenant: Cook County
Location: 180 N. LaSalle St. Chicago, Illinois
Term/Extension Period: 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2031
Space Occupied: 40,850 Square Feet
Monthly Rent:
7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025 $97,018.75
7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026 $100,422.92
7/1/2026 - 6/30/2027 $103,827.08
7/1/2027 - 6/30/2028 $107,231.25
7/1/2028 - 6/30/2029 $110,635.42
7/1/2029 - 6/30/2030 $114,039.58
7/1/2030 - 6/30/2031 $117,443.75
Fiscal Impact: $8,256,561.75
Accounts:
11900.1250.54471.550131----66% Federal
11900.1250.54472.550131----34% State
Option to Renew: N/A
Termination: Sublandlord may not terminate unless County provides written consent. If the Master Lease is terminated for any reason whatsoever prior to its natural expiration, then the Sublease shall terminate with the Master Lease.
Utilities Included: Water, Heating and Cooling within normal business hours, Electricity and telecommunications are | refer | Pass |
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24-2573
| 1 | | Westside Health Authority Lease Agreement | Lease Agreement | PROPOSED LEASE AGREEMENT
Department: Department of Real Estate Management
Request: Request to Enter Lease Agreement
Landlord: Westside Health Authority
Tenant: Cook County, for use by the Public Defender’s Office
Location: 5500 W. Madison Street, Chicago, Illinois 60644
Term/Extension Period: 3/1/2024 -12/31/2026
Space Occupied: 2,520 square feet
Monthly Rent: $6,405.00
Fiscal Impact: $140,910.00
Accounts: 11286.1260.62742.550130.00000.00000
Option to Renew: Option to renew for three (3) additional three (3) year terms.
Termination: Provide details of lease termination
Utilities Included: Yes
Summary/Notes: Requesting approval to enter into a lease agreement between Westside Health Authority, as (Landlord) and Cook County, a body corporate and politic (Tenant), for use by the Public Defender’s Office, to lease approximately 2,520 rentable square feet of office space, on the second floor, in the building located at 5500 W. Madison Street, Chicago, IL. 60644, for the purpose of establishing a Freedom Defense | refer | Pass |
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24-2662
| 1 | | 715 W. Maxwell St. Lease Amendment | Lease Agreement Amendment | PROPOSED LEASE AMENDMENT
Department: Department of Real Estate Management
Request: Request to Approve Second Amendment to Lease Agreement
Landlord: Trustees of University of Illinois, a body politic and corporate
Tenant: County of Cook, a body politic and corporate, on behalf of Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
Location: Spaces 26.2 and 26.4 - 715 W. Maxwell St., Chicago, Illinois
Term/Extension Period: 6/1/2024 - 5/31/2025
Space Occupied: Approximately 1,179 Square Feet
Monthly Rent: $2,500.00
Fiscal Impact: $30,000.00 (total renewal term)
Accounts: 11100.1250.14245.550130.00000.00000
Option to Renew: One (1) remaining one (1) year renewal option
Termination: County may terminate with 60 days’ notice.
Utilities Included: Yes
Summary: Requesting approval to exercise a renewal option contained in the Second Amendment (approved 5/25/2023) to an IGA License with Board of Trustees of University of Illinois, a body politic and corporate, as Landlord, and County of Cook, a body politic and corporate, on behalf | refer | Pass |
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24-1676
| 1 | | ARPA FUNDS TO SUPPORT COOK COUNTY ARTS VIA SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH CHICAGO LISC | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
TO PROVIDE ARPA FUNDS TO SUPPORT COOK COUNTY ARTS VIA SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH LISC CHICAGO
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 $1,000,372,385B of ARPA funding to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2021, the Cook County 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 allocated to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19 in the amount of approximately $1,000,372,385.00; and
WHEREAS Resolutio | refer | Pass |
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24-2131
| 1 | | ARPA Vital Communities - Cook County Legal Aid for Housing and Debt | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
PROPOSED RESOLUTION FOR AN ARPA VITAL COMMUNITIES PROGRAM INITIATIVE IMPLEMENTED BY THE BUREAU OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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 $1,000,372,385B of ARPA funding to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2021, the Cook County American Rescue Plan Act Framework (the “ARPA Framework”) was presented to the Cook County Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, to effectuate the approach outlined in the ARPA Framework, the Cook County Board of Commissioners authorized the Chief Financial Officer and the Budget Director to expend a limited amount of ARPA funding via Resolution 21-3657 for the purpose of | refer | Pass |
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24-2162
| 1 | | Stern Pinball Inc | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
Stern Pinball Inc. Class 6b CEERM PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE REQUEST
WHEREAS, the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development received and reviewed a Real Property Assessment Classification 6b CEERM application containing the following information:
Applicant: Stern Pinball Inc.
Address: 1001 Busse Avenue, Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Municipality or Unincorporated Township: Village of Elk Grove
Cook County District: 15th District
Permanent Index Number: 08-26-303-014-0000
Municipal Resolution Number: Village of Elk Grove, Resolution No. 55-22
Number of month property vacant/abandoned: Five (5) months vacant
Special circumstances justification requested: Yes
Proposed use of property: Industrial, manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution
Living Wage Ordinance Compliance Affidavit Provided: Yes
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted a Real Property Assessment Classification 6b Critical Emergency Employee Retention Modification (CEERM) that provides an applicant a reduction in the assessment level for | refer | Pass |
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24-2163
| 1 | | Windy City Asset management | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
Windy City Asset management Inc. CLASS 8 PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE REQUEST
WHEREAS, the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development received and reviewed a Real Property Assessment Classification 8 application containing the following information:
Applicant: Windy City Asset Management Inc.
Address: 14500 S. Alice Avenue, Burnham, Illinois
Municipality or Unincorporated Township: Village of Burnham
Cook County District: 4th District
Permanent Index Number: 30-06-400-037-0000
Municipal Resolution Number: Village of Burnham, Resolution No. 2021-R-007
Number of month property vacant/abandoned: Four (4) months vacant
Special circumstances justification requested: Yes
Proposed use of property: Industrial - production and distribution
Living Wage Ordinance Compliance Affidavit Provided: Yes
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted a Real Property Assessment Classification 8 that provides an applicant a reduction in the assessment level for an abandoned commercial facility; and
WHEREAS, the Cook Count | refer | Pass |
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24-2170
| 1 | | WP 5, LLC | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
WP 5, LLC CLASS 8 PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE REQUEST
WHEREAS, the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development received and reviewed a Real Property Assessment Classification 8 application containing the following information:
Applicant: WP 5, LLC
Address: 5201 W. 167th Street, Oak Forest, Illinois
Municipality or Unincorporated Township: Village of Oak Forest
Cook County District: 6th District
Permanent Index Number: 28-28-103-031-0000
Municipal Resolution Number: Village of Oak Forest, Resolution No. 2021-06-0405
Number of month property vacant/abandoned: 12 months vacant
Special circumstances justification requested: Yes
Proposed use of property: Commercial - Restaurant
Living Wage Ordinance Compliance Affidavit Provided: Yes
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted a Real Property Assessment Classification 8 that provides an applicant a reduction in the assessment level for an abandoned commercial facility; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Classification System for Assessment defines abandoned pr | refer | Pass |
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24-2194
| 1 | | AJ Inter Estate LLC | Resolution (Class 8) Purchase for Value | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
AJ Inter Estate LLC CLASS 8 PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE REQUEST
WHEREAS, the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development received and reviewed a Real Property Assessment Classification 8 application containing the following information:
Applicant: AJ Inter Estate LLC
Address: 3241 East End Avenue, South Chicago Heights, Illinois
Municipality or Unincorporated Township: Village of South Chicago Heights
Cook County District: 6th District
Permanent Index Number: 32-33-101-024-0000 and 32-33-101-025-0000
Municipal Resolution Number: Village of South Chicago Heights, Resolution No. 2022-R-5
Number of month property vacant/abandoned: Six (6) months vacant
Special circumstances justification requested: Yes
Proposed use of property: Industrial use - Commercial Truck Repair
Living Wage Ordinance Compliance Affidavit Provided: Yes
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted a Real Property Assessment Classification 8 that provides an applicant a reduction in the assessment level for an abandoned commercial facili | refer | Pass |
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24-2195
| 1 | | KeyState Holdings, LLC | Resolution (Class 6B) Purchase for Value | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
KeyState Holdings, LLC CLASS 8 PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE REQUEST
WHEREAS, the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development received and reviewed a Real Property Assessment Classification 8 application containing the following information:
Applicant: KeyState Holdings, LLC
Address: 5859 W. 117th Place, Alsip, Illinois
Municipality or Unincorporated Township: Village of Alsip
Cook County District: 6th District
Permanent Index Number: 24-20-404-003-0000 and 24-20-404-004-0000
Municipal Resolution Number: Village of Alsip, Ordinance No. 2022-02-1
Number of month property vacant/abandoned: Nine (9) months vacant
Special circumstances justification requested: Yes
Proposed use of property: Industrial use - warehousing and distribution
Living Wage Ordinance Compliance Affidavit Provided: Yes
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted a Real Property Assessment Classification 8 that provides an applicant a reduction in the assessment level for an abandoned commercial facility; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Cl | refer | Pass |
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24-2513
| 1 | | ARPA HOME BUYER DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FUNDING | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
PROPOSAL FOR ARPA FUNDING-HOMEBUYER DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
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 to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2021, the Cook County 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 allocated to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19 in the amount of approximately $1,000,372,385.00; and
WHEREAS, Resolution 21-3654 further au | refer | Pass |
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24-2177
| 1 | | South Boulevard Shores, LLC Home Investment Partnership | HOME Investment Partnerships Program | PROPOSED HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM
Department: Planning and Development
Other Part(ies): South Boulevard Shores, LLC
Request: Cook County’s Department of Planning and Development requests approval of the investment of $1,500,000 HOME Investment Partnership funds to support the acquisition and new construction of South Boulevard Shores, a 60-unit affordable housing development to be located at 504-518 South Boulevard in Evanston.
Total Development Cost: $28,496,577.00
Project Loan Amount: $1,500,000.00
Fiscal Impact: $1,500,000.00
Account(s): 11900.1013.54153.580170.00000.00000
Summary: Cook County’s Department of Planning and Development requests the approval of investment of $1,500,000 HOME Investment Partnership funds to support the acquisition and new construction of South Boulevard Shores, a 60-unit affordable housing development to be located at 504-518 South Boulevard. The construction (18-month term) and permanent HOME loan (30-year term) will bear 1.0% interest with interest-only payments payable from surplus cash in a subordinat | refer | Pass |
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24-1760
| 1 | | Q1 FY 2024 Hiring Timeline Report | Report | REPORT
Department: Bureau of Human Resources
Report Title: Bureau of Human Resources Hiring Timeline Report
Report Period: 1st Quarter FY 2024
Summary: This report provides a quarterly analysis of the Bureau of Human Resources’ hiring timeline showing the amount of time it takes to fill vacant positions. The timeline begins with the date the completed hiring request is submitted to the Bureau of Human Resources and ends with an employee’s first day of employment. | refer | Pass |
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24-2120
| 1 | | Target Market Professional Services | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Various Cook County Bureaus, Agencies, and Office of the Elected Officials
Vendor: Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman, LLP Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Labor Consultation and Representation Services (Target Market) for two (2) categories of legal services:
Category IV - Employment Law
Category V - Employment Benefits and Pension
Contract Value: Program: $500,000.00
Contract period: 6/1/2024 - 5/31/2027, with three (3), one (1) year renewal options
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: NA
Accounts: Countywide
Contract Number(s): 2308-02060A
Concurrences:
The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance Via: direct participation. The prime vendor is MWBE.
The Chief Procurement Officer concurs.
Summary: The selected firm may provide legal consultation and representation services for various County bureaus, agencies, and offices of the elected officials.
These contracts are awarded t | refer | Pass |
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24-2121
| 1 | | Non target Market Professional services | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Various Cook County Bureaus, Agencies, and Office of the Elected Officials
Vendor: Various Law Firms:
Franczek P.C., Chicago, Illinois
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, Chicago Illinois
Laner Muchin, Ltd. Chicago, Illinois
Robbins, Schwartz, Nicolas, Lifton, & Taylor Ltd. d/b/a Robbins Schwartz, Chicago, Illinois
Charles H. Wintersteen d/b/a Charles H. Wintersteen, P.C., Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Labor Consultation and Representation Services (Non-Target Market) for six (6) categories of legal services:
Category I - Union Contract Negotiations,
Category II - Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Interpretation and Implementation
Category III - Labor Relations Board Matters
Category IV - Employment Law
Category V - Employment Benefits and Pension
Category VI - Employment of Foreign Nationals
Contract Value: Program: $4,100,000.00
Contract period: All Contracts: 6/1/2024 - 5/31/2027, with three (3), one (1) year renewal options | refer | Pass |
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24-2241
| 1 | | HR Bi-Weekly Report FY 2024 Pay Period 4-6 | Report | REPORT
Department: Bureau of Human Resources
Report Title: Human Resources Bi-weekly Activity Reports
Report Period:
Pay Period 04: January 28, 2024 - February 10, 2024
Pay Period 05: February 11, 2024 - February 24, 2024
Pay Period 06: February 25, 2024 - March 9, 2024
Summary: This report lists all new hires and terminations of employees in executive, administrative or professional positions, Grades 17 through 24, and employees in such positions who have transferred positions, received salary adjustments, whose positions have been transferred or reclassified, or employees who are hired into positions as Seasonal Work Employees, Extra Employees, Extra Employees for Special Activities and Employees per Court Order. | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2259
| 1 | | HR Transfer of Funds FY 2024 Q1 | Transfer of Funds | PROPOSED TRANSFER OF FUNDS
Department: Bureau of Human Resources
Request: Approval of a transfer of funds in Department 1032, Bureau of Human Resources
Reason: The reason for this transfer is to support the purchase of carpet for rooms 820 and 818 at 118 N. Clark Street. The current carpet is in poor condition, inclusive of tripping hazards in various locations.
From Account(s): 11000.1032.11690.501010.00000.00000, Salary/Wages)
To Account(s): 11000.1032.10155.540370.00000.00000, Maintenance of Facilities
Total Amount of Transfer: $90,000.00
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?
This expense was unexpected; therefore, no funds were initially appropriated.
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.
DBMS suggested | approve | Pass |
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24-2227
| 1 | | Q1 Human Relations Committee Report | Report | REPORT
Department: Department of Human Rights & Ethics
Report Title: First Quarter FY2024 - Complaints with the Commission on Human Rights Pursuant to Section 42-34(9)
Report Period: December 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024
Summary: This report highlights human rights complaints that were investigated and closed during the first quarter of 2024. | refer | Pass |
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24-2493
| 1 | | Annual Ethics Report to the President | Report | REPORT
Department: Human Rights and Ethics
Report Title: 2023 Ethics Annual Report
Report Period: December 1, 2022 through November 30, 2023
Summary: In accordance with Sec. 2-591(o) of the Cook County Code of Ordinances, the Cook County Board of Ethics shall prepare and publish an annual report summarizing the Board's activities and present the report to the President and the Board of Commissioners. This Annual Report covers the period of December 1, 2022 through November 30, 2023. | refer | Pass |
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24-0880
| 1 | | DACRA Contract Renewal 2024 | Contract Amendment (Technology) | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT (TECHNOLOGY)
Department(s): Bureau of Technology
Vendor: DACRA Adjudication Systems, LLC dba DACRA Tech LLC., Rosemont, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to extend and increase the contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Citation Management and Adjudication System
Original Contract Period: 6/1/2021 - 6/11/2023
Proposed Amendment Type: Extend and Increase
Proposed Contract Period:Extension period, 6/12/2024 - 6/30/2025
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $2,084,896.00
Original Approval (Board or Procurement):Board, 5/13/2021, $1,937,563.00
Increase Requested: $840,100.00
Previous Board Increase(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): 8/29/2023, $147,333.00
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): 8/29/2023, 6/12/2023 - 6/11/2024
Potential Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $523,250.00; FY 2025 $316,850.00
Accounts: 11569 1009 21120 | approve | Pass |
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24-1709
| 1 | | 2024 Toshiba Contract 1630-15529 extension | Contract Amendment (Technology) | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT (TECHNOLOGY)
Department(s): Bureau of Technology
Vendor: Toshiba Business Solutions, a division of Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc., Buffalo Grove, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to extend and increase the contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Leasing of Multi-Function Digital (MFD) Copiers/Printers
Original Contract Period: 1/1/2017 - 12/31/2021 with two (2), one (1) year renewal options
Proposed Amendment Type: Extension and Increase
Proposed Contract Period:Extension period 6/1/2024 - 4/30/2025
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $8,493,193.13
Original Approval (Board or Procurement):Board, 12/14/2016, $5,273,091.00
Increase Requested: $1,392,000.00
Previous Board Increase(s): 1/13/2022, $3,220,102.13
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: 1/13/2022, 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2023
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s):N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): 10/6/202 | refer | Pass |
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24-2053
| 1 | | Chapin Hall Center for Children, Chicago, Illinois | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Office of the Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County
Vendor: Chapin Hall Center for Children, Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Services; technical and research assistance for reimagining youth detention
Contract Value: $836,862.00
Contract period: 5/1/2024 5/17/2024 - 4/30/2025
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY 2024 $490,000.00, FY 2025 $346,862.00
Accounts: 11100.1326.35520.520470
Contract Number(s): 2450-03200
Concurrences:
The Contract Specific Goal set on this contract is Zero.
The Chief Procurement Officer Concurs.
Summary: The Office of the Chief Judge seeks approval of a contract with Chapin Hall Center for Children for the purpose of providing best practice research and reporting to the Chief Judge’s implementation team for the court’s reimagining youth detention programming and specification of best practices in centers of care for youth. This work will encompass recommendations for Requests f | refer | Pass |
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24-2213
| 1 | | Center for Conflict Resolution, Chicago, Illinois | Payment Approval | PROPOSED PAYMENT APPROVAL
Department(s): Office of the Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County
Action: Approval of Court-Ordered Payment
Payee: Center for Conflict Resolution, Chicago, Illinois
Good(s) or Service(s): Dispute resolution services
Fiscal Impact: $300,000.00
Accounts: 11322.1310.10155.520830 (Professional Services)
Contract Number(s): N/A
Summary:
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
SPECIAL ORDER No. 2024 - 11
SUBJECT: dispute resolution fund, disbursement
The circuit clerk having collected dispute resolution fees during the year 2023, pursuant to the Illinois Not-For-Profit Dispute Resolution Center Act, 710 ILCS 20/1, et seq., and Cook County Cir. Ct. G.O. No. 19.2 (eff. March 9, 1989);
The circuit clerk having deposited said fees into the dispute resolution fund;
The amount of the dispute resolution fees collected by the circuit clerk in the year 2023 and available for funding having totaled $ 313,303.00;
The Center for Conflict Resolution, 11 E. Adams St., Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60603, (Center | approve | Pass |
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24-2590
| 1 | | Valdes, LLC, Wheeling, Illinois | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, Circuit Court of Cook County
Vendor: Valdes, LLC, Wheeling, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to renew contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Disposable Kitchen Supplies
Original Contract Period: 5/15/2020 - 5/14/2022 with three (3), one-year renewal options
Proposed Amendment Type: Renewal
Proposed Contract Period: Renewal period, 5/15/2024 - 5/14/2025
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $307,894.90
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Procurement, 5/14/2020, $102,894.90
Increase Requested: N/A
Previous Board Increase(s): 3/16/2023, $180,000.00
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): 10/7/2022, $25,000.00
Previous Board Renewals: 3/16/2023, 5/15/2023-5/14/2024
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: 10/7/2022, 5/15/2022-5/14/2023
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potential Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $153,947.45, FY 2025 $153,947.45
Accou | approve | Pass |
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24-2305
| 1 | | Transfer of Funds | Transfer of Funds | PROPOSED TRANSFER OF FUNDS
Department: Office of the Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County; Office of the Clerk, Circuit Court of Cook County
Request: To approve a budget transfer between accounts within the Office of the Chief Judge and Office of the Clerk
Reason: To facilitate capital equipment purchases, which will be reimbursed by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2024 through its “Illinois Court Technology Modernization Program”
From Account(s):
11100.1310.13725.580380, ($544,739.00)
11100.1335.13945.580380, ($504,516.00)
To Account(s):
11100.1310.21120.560225, $544,739.00
11100.1335.21120.560225, $504,516.00
Total Amount of Transfer: $544,739.00 and $504,516.00
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?
In March 2024, the Chief Judge and Clerk learned that the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (“AOIC”) will reimburse the purchase of certain | approve | Pass |
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24-2592
| 2 | | Inclusion Solutions Payment Approval | Payment Approval | PROPOSED PAYMENT APPROVAL
Department(s): County Clerk
Action: For Payment Only
Payee: Inclusion Solutions LLC, Evanston, Illinois
Good(s) or Service(s): 24” Precinct bags
Fiscal Impact: $438.00
Accounts: 11000.1110.17080.530605
Contract Number(s): N/A
Summary: The Cook County Clerk’s Office is requesting approval of payment to Inclusion Solutions, LLC, of $438.00. This request is due to the bags being needed promptly. | approve | Pass |
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24-1721
| 1 | | Vehicle Leasing, Maintenance and Insurance (HIDTA) | Contract (Vehicle Acquisition) | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Cook County Sheriff’s Chicago High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Unit (HIDTA)
Vendor: Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., Oak Brook, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Vehicle Leasing, Maintenance, and Insurance
Contract Value: $6,334,615.44
Contract period: 6/1/2024 - 5/31/2027
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: None; Federal Grant Funded
Accounts: 11900.1210.54314.550060 - Automotive Equipment Rental, Grant Distribution, P28324, A11929
Contract Number(s): 2345-07100R
Concurrences:
The contract-specific goal set on this contract was zero.
The Chief Procurement Officer concurs.
Summary: This contract will allow the Cook County Sheriff’s Office to enter into a leased vehicle program that includes maintenance, fuel and insurance for the Sheriff’s Chicago HIDTA.
The vendor was selected pursuant to a publicly advertised Invitation for Bids (IFB) in accordance with the Cook County Procurement Code. Enterpris | approve | Pass |
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24-2197
| 1 | | Harris Corrections - 2nd renewal & Increase (JMIS) | Contract Amendment (Technology) | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT (TECHNOLOGY)
Department(s): Cook County Sheriff’s Office
Vendor: Harris Corrections Solutions, Inc. Niagara Falls, New York
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to renew and increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Maintenance, Support and Enhancements to the Cook County Offender Management System (CCOMS)/Jail Management Information System
Original Contract Period: 5/8/2020 - 5/7/2023, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options
Proposed Amendment Type: Renewal and Increase
Proposed Contract Period:Renewal period, 5/8/2024 - 5/7/2025
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $3,883,320.00
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Board, 3/26/2020, $3,883,320.00
Increase Requested: $2,878,106.00
Previous Board Increase(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: 3/15/2023, 5/8/2023 - 5/7/2024
Previous Board Extension(s):N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potenti | approve | Pass |
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24-2303
| 1 | | HONORING SHARON JONES UPON HER RETIREMENT | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING SHARON JONES UPON HER RETIREMENT FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL AND RABIES CONTROL
WHEREAS, Sharon Jones, of Monee, Illinois commenced employment in and for the County of Cook as Clerk IV in the office of Cook County Animal & Rabies Control on July 25, 2005, and will retire as Administrative Assistant 1 on April 30, 2024; and
WHEREAS, during the course of working in Cook County Government, there emerges certain individuals, who, because of their exemplary service, shared concerns for Cook County communities and dedication to Cook County Animal & Rabies Control stand out; and
WHEREAS, unwavering commitment to achievement and an outstanding work ethic, warrant special recognition; and
WHEREAS, that Sharon was hired as a Clerk IV in Department of Animal & Rabies Control (ARC). In 2010 she was promoted to Clerk V and in 2018, she was promoted to Administrative Assistant I and is serving in that capacity now until her retirement date April 30, 2024; and
WHEREAS, Sharon often shared encouraging words, made the team laugh with stories, stayed p | approve | Pass |
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24-2677
| 1 | | DECLARING THE MONTH OF JUNE JUNETEENTH MONTH IN COOK COUNTY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION DECLARING THE MONTH OF JUNE JUNETEENTH MONTH IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, for over 150 years, Juneteenth, also known as “Emancipation Day,” and “Freedom Day,” continues to be the most recognized and the oldest African American commemorations in the United States; and
WHEREAS, on September 22nd, 1862, amid the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation, which declared that as of January 1, 1863, slaves in the Confederate states, “shall be then, thenceforward, and forever free;” and
WHEREAS, the Emancipation Proclamation laid the groundwork for the passage of the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which abolished slavery throughout the United States and its territories; and
WHEREAS, on June 19, 1865, two and half years after the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation, Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and issued General Order No. 3, with news that the Civil War had ended and that the enslaved were free; and
WHEREAS, African Americans who had been sl | approve | Pass |
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24-2687
| 1 | | DECLARING THE MONTH OF APRIL SECOND CHANCE MONTH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION DECLARING THE MONTH OF APRIL SECOND CHANCE MONTH IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, statistics proves that nearly 1 in 3 American adults have criminal records, which can have serious effects on the livelihood of individuals seeking housing, careers, educational and other daily incentives necessary for people to live. Some refer to these impacts as negative connotations to changed human beings; and;
WHEREAS, the United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world accounting for more than 20% of the world’s prison population, despite the United States only making up roughly 5% of the global population; and
WHEREAS, there are currently about 40,000 plus collateral consequences that impact Americans with criminal records making it significantly difficult for these Americans to reintegrate back into their communities; and;
WHEREAS, the re-entry period is a critical time where both risk and protective factors can impact outcomes for returning residents who greatly benefit from support, services, and a second chance as they navigate the challenge | approve | Pass |
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24-1669
| 1 | | PROCLAIMING APRIL 20, 2024 AS, “MISSING PERSONS DAY” | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
PROCLAIMING APRIL 20, 2024 AS, “MISSING PERSONS DAY” IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, Cook County is home to a diverse population, and each year, individuals from our communities go missing under various circumstances, leaving behind families and loved ones who endure immense emotional distress and uncertainty; and,
WHEREAS, the observance of Missing Persons Day in Cook County serves as a poignant reminder of the countless individuals whose whereabouts remain unknown, highlighting the urgent need for collaborative efforts to address this pressing issue and provide support to affected families including access to counseling, legal assistance, and financial resources; and,
WHEREAS, on May 20, 2017, the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office hosted the first Missing Persons Day in Cook County which allowed members of the public to connect with those family members missing more than one month for free by using the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs); and
WHEREAS, in 2022, the National Crime Information Center had 97,127 active mis | approve | Pass |
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24-2231
| 1 | | HONORING THE LIFE OF LOREAN O. GORDON | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE LIFE OF LOREAN O. GORDON, IN MEMORIAM
WHEREAS, on March 15, 2024, Lorean O. Gordon passed away at the age of 91, and
WHEREAS, Lorean O. Gordon was born on November 6, 1932 in Chatham, Louisiana. Lorean was the eighth child born out of fourteen children to the late John Wesley McKeever Sr. and Delitha Dobbins McKeever. In her journey was one of profound faith and unwavering devotion, instilled in her from an early age as she embraced the teachings of Christ and served as a faithful member of her community; and
WHEREAS, growing up in the warmth of her family's embrace, Lorean learned the values of hard work, togetherness, and unconditional love. These lessons, cultivated on her father's farm in Chatham, Louisiana, accompanied her as she embarked on her life's journey, shaping her into the compassionate and generous soul that she became; and
WHEREAS, after graduating from Jasper Henderson High School, Lorean ventured to Chicago, Illinois, where she continued to embody the principles instilled in her upbringing. It was there that she met th | approve | Pass |
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24-2044
| 1 | | Honoring the Life and Contributions of Clarence N. Wood, Jr.
Honoring the Life and Contributions of Clarence N. Wood, Jr.
Honoring the Life and Contributions of Clarence N. Wood, Jr. | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF CLARENCE N. WOOD, JR.
WHEREAS, Clarence N Wood, Jr. was born April 14, 1940 in Birmingham, Alabama to Dr. Clarence N Wood, Sr and Lucille Fleming Wood. As a child, Mr. Wood and his parents spent a time on their family farm in Sulligent, Alabama and summers in Chicago with family. Mr. Wood grew up in the Jim Crow South and was keenly aware of the racial injustices of the South. Mr. Wood also knew the key role education played to change the negative narrative of the South; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Wood attended Carrie C. Tuggle elementary school and A.H. Parker high school in Birmingham and was an early entrant to Fisk University at age 15. Mr. Wood studied Law at the University of Iowa Law School on a scholarship provided by the State of Alabama designed to prevent black people from attending southern white universities; and
WHEREAS, driven by the outrageous racial inequities he witnessed in his youth, Mr. Wood joined the vanguard in the fight for civil rights, served as a beacon of hope for countless people, an | approve | Pass |
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24-2077
| 1 | | CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF PATRICIA DALEY MARTINO | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF PATRICIA DALEY MARTINO
WHEREAS, it is with a heavy heart we acknowledge the passing of Patricia Daley Martino of Chicago, who left us peacefully on March 9, 2024, at the age of 86; and
WHEREAS, Patricia was born and raised in the city of Chicago to her parents, former Mayor Richard J. Daley, and Eleanor “Sis” Daley. Patricia attended St. Xavier Academy for Young Ladies before graduating from St. Xavier University. Patricia spent many years as a dedicated Chicago Public School English teacher, inspiring students at Mather, Kennedy, and Tilden high schools; and
WHEREAS, Patricia was known for her infectious laugh, her sunny disposition, and her boundless wit, which earned her the nickname Grinny from her adoring grandchildren. She had a song for every occasion and could play any tune by ear on the piano. Her quick wit, engaging stories, and sense of humor made her the life of every party; and
WHEREAS, Patricia loved her beautiful home in Grand Beach, Michigan, which she designed and built with her beloved husband, Peter. Patric | approve | Pass |
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24-2725
| 1 | | CELEBRATING THE VICTORY OF THE WENDELL PHILLIPS WILDCATS BASKETBALL TEAM IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION CELEBRATING THE VICTORY OF THE WENDELL PHILLIPS WILDCATS BASKETBALL TEAM IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP
WHEREAS, Wendell Phillips high school is proudly located in Cook County’s 3rd District in the Bronzeville neighborhood. Wendell Phillips High School, the oldest African American school in the city of Chicago and has a rich and proud legacy of producing accomplished graduates who made and will continue to make significant contributions in various fields throughout society; and
WHEREAS, the Wendell Phillips Wildcats achieved an incredible milestone by winning the IHSA Class 2A basketball state championship. Phillips’ first such victory in more than 49 years; and
WHEREAS, the team faced formidable opponents with unwavering determination, showcasing resilience and teamwork in every game. The Wildcats resolve and hard work culminated in a title clenching victory in Champaign, Illinois, over Benton Consolidated High School by a score of 54-47; and
WHEREAS, The Wildcats, composed of talented young men who came together over the past seven months, includ | defer | Pass |
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24-2522
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH WEEK AND MINORITY HEALTH MONTH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH WEEK AND MINORITY HEALTH MONTH IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, the month of April is National Minority Health Month, a month-long initiative to advance health equity across the country on behalf of all racial and ethnic minorities and highlight the importance of improving their health while reducing health disparities; and
WHEREAS, in solidarity with National Minority Health Month, the week of April 11-17 is Black Maternal Health Week in the United States, originated by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, and officially recognized by the White House by proclamation, it is a week of awareness, activism, and community building intended to deepen the national conversation about Black maternal health in the US; amplify community-driven policy, research, and care solutions; center the voices of Black Mamas, women, families, and stakeholders; provide a national platform for Black-led entities and efforts on maternal health, birth and reproductive justice; and enhance community organizing on Black maternal health; and
WHEREAS, this year | approve | Pass |
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24-2523
| 1 | | STI Awareness Month | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
DESIGNATING APRIL AS STI AWARENESS MONTH AND APRIL 14-20, 2023 AS STI AWARENESS WEEK IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, April is designated as National STI Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control designates the 2nd week in April as STI Awareness Week with the theme with the theme Talk, Test, Treat, an opportunity to raise awareness about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and how they impact our lives; reduce STI-related stigma, fear, and discrimination; and ensure people have the tools and knowledge for prevention, testing, and treatment; and
WHEREAS, anyone who is sexually active can get an STI, so it is important to learn more about them and how to minimize your exposure to STIs and take care of your sexual health; and
WHEREAS, according to the CDC, the STI epidemic continues to worsen, and the 2022 Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Surveillance Report underscores that STIs must be a public health priority as more than 2.5 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were reported in the United States, the 7th time in 8 | approve | Pass |
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24-2524
| 1 | | COMMEMORATING ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
COMMEMORATING ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, April is National Arab American Heritage Month, which celebrates the history, culture, and diverse population and the many contributions Arab Americans have made to our country; and
WHEREAS, Arab America and the Arab America Foundation launched the National Arab American Heritage Month initiative in 2017; and
WHEREAS, an estimated 3.7 million Americans have Arab roots, according to the Arab American Institute, with ancestries traced to 22 countries in the Middle East and North Africa; and
WHEREAS, Arab Americans have diverse backgrounds and faiths, vibrant traditions, bold innovation, hard work, and a commitment to community and country; and
WHEREAS, Arab Americans, both Muslim and Christian, are proud veterans of wars from the American Revolution to the Civil War to World War I and II to the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq; and
WHEREAS, Arab Americans are serving proudly throughout different levels of government, bringing a diversity of expertise that helps make this country st | approve | Pass |
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24-2218
| 1 | | IN LOVING MEMORY OF RUTH M. CALLAHAN | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
IN LOVING MEMORY OF RUTH M. CALLAHAN
Psalm 37:23-24
"The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand.”
WHEREAS, we gather with heavy hearts to pay tribute to the life and legacy of Ruth M. Callahan, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and pillar of her community; and
WHEREAS, Ruth M. Callahan, born on April 13, 1940, in Arkansas, entered this world as the fourth of six children to the late Benton Steve and Martha London, surrounded by a loving family; and
WHEREAS, Ruth M. Callahan's unwavering faith guided her through life's challenges, leading her to accept Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age, and inspiring her to serve her community and church faithfully; and
WHEREAS, Ruth M. Callahan's commitment to her faith was evident through her service and leadership at Allen Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Stuttgart, Arkansas, and True Vine Baptist Church, in Dixmoor, Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Ruth M. Callahan embarked | approve | Pass |
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24-2669
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING SIKH AWARENESS MONTH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING SIKH AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, Sikhs have been living in the United States for more than 120 years, working to grow and strengthen the country since; and
WHEREAS, Sikh Americans have been contributing to the development of the United States since the mid 19th century with their work on farms, in lumber mills and mines, and on the Oregon, Pacific & Eastern Railway; and
WHEREAS, Sikhism is the fifth largest religion in the world today, with more than 25 million Sikhs worldwide, an estimated 500,000 in the United States, and 25,000 in the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Sikh Americans continue to make rich contributions to the social, cultural, and economic vitality of the United States through their work in areas like agriculture, information technology, small business, hospitality, trucking, medicine, technology, and the United States Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, Sikh Americans work to foster respect among all people through faith and service; and
WHEREAS, Cook County is committed to educating residents about the world’s | approve | Pass |
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24-2685
| 1 | | IN MEMORIAM OF FORMER SCHAUMBURG MAYOR AL LARSON | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
IN MEMORIAM OF FORMER SCHAUMBURG MAYOR AL LARSON
WHEREAS, Former Schaumburg Mayor Al Larson served as a visionary leader who guided the community for more than four decades as it grew into the second largest economic hub in Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Larson got his start in public service when he wrote a letter to complain about snowplowing during his young family's first winter in the Village in 1969-70, which elicited a call from then-Schaumburg Mayor Bob Atcher, prompting Larson to understand the impact he could have on his community; and
WHEREAS, Larson soon after became a member of Atcher's Schaumburg United Party, the Schaumburg Jaycees, and the Schaumburg Environmental Committee, and was also appointed the Village's public relations director; and
WHEREAS, he was then elected as Trustee in 1975 where he served three terms until 1987; and
WHEREAS, Larson eventually evolved into an independent voice on the Village Board after losing a re-nomination bid in 1983, when he then ran as an independent and became the first independent elect | approve | Pass |
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24-2688
| 1 | | A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING LITTLE CITY’S NEW CEO, RICH BOBBY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING LITTLE CITY’S NEW CEO, RICH BOBBY
WHEREAS, Little City recently announced the promotion of Rich Bobby as their new Chief Executive Officer to take the helm of the organization; and
WHEREAS, with 25 years of human services experience, including 12 years at Little City, Bobby has overseen operations for all Little City’s programs and support services, serving children, youth, and adults with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Rich joined Little City in 2012 as the Director of the Center for Family & Community-Based Services overseeing Little City’s Foster Care & Adoption, Community Clinical Services, and former Home-Based Services at their Chicago office; and
WHEREAS, in December 2014, he became the Chief Program Officer of Adult Services, later transitioned to become the Chief Program Officer of Children’s Services, and was named Chief Operating Officer in 2023; and
WHEREAS, Rich has led programs and services during some of Little City’s most challenging times, such as a | approve | Pass |
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24-2022
| 1 | | COMMENDING MARION NZINGA STAMPS | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION COMMENDING MARION NZINGA STAMPS AND THE SISTERS OF THE STRUGGLE FOR THEIR DECADES OF ADVOCACY
WHEREAS, Marion Nzinga Stamps and the Sisters of the Struggle (SOS), comprising Regina Harvey Stewart, Nianna Hickman, JoAnn Barron, Pauline Marshall, Addie Feazell, Polly Triplett, Makeda London, Pauline Marshall, Joyce Flake, Renay Wright, Bobbi Lockhart, Eunice Banks, and Marcia Jones, have demonstrated unwavering dedication to social justice and community empowerment since the 1970s; and,
WHEREAS, the Sisters of the Struggle, based in the Cabrini Green community, emerged as powerful advocates for fair housing and public housing, championing the rights of residents in the face of housing discrimination and inequality; and,
WHEREAS, the SOS played a pivotal role in the historic election of Chicago's first black mayor, Harold Washington, breaking down racial barriers and paving the way for increased representation in the city's leadership; and.
WHEREAS, the Sisters of the Struggle exhibited exceptional leadership by driving Chicago's first woman | approve | Pass |
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24-2646
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING APRIL 22, 2024, AS EARTH DAY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING APRIL 22, 2024, AS EARTH DAY
WHEREAS, the very first celebration of Earth Day took place in 1970; and
WHEREAS, Senator Gaylord Nelson, the junior senator from Wisconsin, had long been concerned about the deteriorating environment in the United States. In January 1969, he and many others witnessed the ravages of a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, California; and
WHEREAS, Senator Nelson announced the idea for a teach-in on college campuses to the national media, and Pete McCloskey, a conservative-minded Republican Congressman, to serve as his co-chair; and
WHEREAS, they recruited Denis Hayes, a young activist, to organize the campus teach-ins and they chose April 22, a weekday falling between Spring Break and Final Exams, to maximize the greatest student participation; and
WHEREAS, they changed the name to Earth Day, which immediately sparked national media attention, and caught on across the country; and
WHEREAS, it inspired 20 million Americans at the time, 10% of the total population of the United States to take to the streets | approve | Pass |
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24-2671
| 1 | | DESIGNATING APRIL 30th, 2024, AS THERAPY ANIMAL DAY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
PROPOSED RESOLUTION DESIGNATING APRIL 30th, 2024, AS THERAPY ANIMAL DAY IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, thousands of therapy animals and their human owners or companions volunteer in schools, nursing homes, and community centers throughout the United States; and
WHEREAS, scientific research shows that interacting with therapy animals can reduce stress, relieve depression, slow heart rate, lower blood pressure and strengthen the immune system; and
WHEREAS, therapy animal teams throughout Cook County play an essential role in improving human health and well-being through the human-animal bond; and
WHEREAS, therapy animal teams interact with a variety of people in our community including veterans, seniors, patients, students, and those approaching end of life; and
WHEREAS, these exceptional therapy animals and their human companions bring comfort and healing to those in need; and
WHEREAS, we encourage more pet owners to consider becoming therapy animal volunteers to help our community by creating greater access to meaningful therapy animal visits; and
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24-2756
| 1 | | Harold Washington Cultural Center 20th Anniversary | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HAROLD WASHINGTON CULTURAL CENTER 20TH ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, it is with great pleasure and deep gratitude that the Cook County Board do hereby proclaim the celebration of a significant milestone - 20 years of unwavering dedication to children, community, and culture at the Harold Washington Cultural Center; and
WHEREAS, the Harold Washington Cultural Center has stood as a beacon of hope and opportunity, illuminating the paths of over 25,000 young individuals annually through its Media and performing arts initiatives; and
WHEREAS, the Broadway and Bronzeville program has played a pivotal role in fostering the talents and creativity of our youth, providing them with a platform to showcase their skills and aspirations, thereby guiding them from the streets onto the stage; and
WHEREAS, in addition to the invaluable youth programs, the Harold Washington Cultural Center has forged partnerships with diverse arts organizations, championing STEAM education, dance, theater, improv, and musicianship, thereby cultivating a vibrant and inclusive arts community t | approve | Pass |
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24-2772
| 1 | | JOSEPHINE MARY REGAN | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE MEMORY OF JOSEPHINE MARY REGAN
WHEREAS, We are here to honor and recognize Josephine Mary Regan born on May 31, 1964 to Bridie and Christie Sheerin in Bruree, County Limerick, Ireland; and
WHEREAS, Josie will be remembered by her husband Cyril and her cherished son David as well as her loving mother Bridie in Bruree and her mother-in-law Mary T. in Roscommon; and
WHEREAS, Recognition is given to Josie’s caregivers who lovingly watched over her, especially Nancy Bunce who is one of a kind, as well as Judy Petrauskiene, Eileen Nugent, Mary Henry, and the countless doctors and nurses who supported her during her battles; and
WHEREAS, We hold space for her family and friends and remember the countless joyful and cherished memories of times spent with Josie in laughter and love; and
WHEREAS, May the people who take on the important role of coaching the youth, a cause close to Josie’s heart continue to do so selflessly by nurturing and mentoring young adults so that they may experience the fulfilling moment when the smile of accomplishment | approve | Pass |
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24-2751
| 1 | | Honoring Youth Crossroads, Inc. on the 50th Anniversary of Their Founding | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING YOUTH CROSSROADS, INC. ON THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR FOUNDING
WHEREAS, the members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners congratulates Youth Crossroads, Inc. on their 50th Anniversary since their founding; and
WHEREAS, in 1971, a group of community organizers from Berwyn received state funding to create a three-year project known as the Youth in Crisis Project; and
WHEREAS, the Youth in Crisis project provided crisis intervention for houseless youth, drug abuse counseling, and support services for underserved teens in the west suburbs; and
WHEREAS, in 1974, organizers from the Youth in Crisis Project incorporated the non-profit charitable organization West Suburban Youth Outreach, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, by 1978, the agency moved into its own facility in the City of Berwyn. Over the next three decades the agency continued to grow and expand their services; and
WHEREAS, the new services provided included reaching youth in trouble with police, involved with gangs, or experiencing problems at home, in school, or in the community; and
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24-2773
| 1 | | Celebrating El Día Del Niño in Cook County | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING EL DÍA DEL NIÑO IN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, Día Del Niño, otherwise known as Day of the Child, is a culturally significant holiday for Mexicans and Mexican Americans; and
WHEREAS, Cook County has a large population of Mexican Americans who have contributed immensely to our county’s culture, economy, and communities; and
WHEREAS, children and their families are highly valued in Mexican culture, and this is reflected in the significance of the day; and
WHEREAS, Día Del Niño is celebrated in Mexico on April 30th; and
WHEREAS, in 1924, Mexican President Alvaro Obregon signed the League of Nations’ Declaration of the Rights of the Child; and
WHEREAS, in 1925, on the one-year anniversary of the signing, Mexico declared the first annual Día Del Niño celebration; and
WHEREAS, Día Del Niño calls on the charity of individuals and organizations to support educational, health, economic, recreational, and cultural opportunities for children; and
WHEREAS, popular festivities include, the giving of gifts, music, pinatas, and games; and
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24-2740
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING APRIL AS NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH AND APRIL 24th, 2024, AS “DENIM DAY” | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING APRIL AS NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH AND APRIL 24th, 2024, AS “DENIM DAY”
WHEREAS, April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, according to National statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in the United States of America (U.S.) have experienced sexual violence involving physical contact; and
WHEREAS, according to the CDC, 47% of transgender people experience sexual violence; and
WHEREAS, according to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), on average, there are 433,648 victims of rape and sexual assault each year in the United States of America (U.S.), and;
WHEREAS, the RAINN data assures that every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted, and every 9 minutes, that victim is a child; and
WHEREAS, according to RAINN: only 310 of every 1,000 rapes are reported, only 50 of every 1,000 rapes lead to arrest, and only 25 of every 1,000 rapes lead to conviction in the United States of America (U.S.); and
WHEREAS, according to RAINN | approve | Pass |
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24-2741
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING APRIL 30, 2024 AS DÍA DE LOS NIÑOS (CHILDREN’S DAY) | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING APRIL 30, 2024 AS DÍA DE LOS NIÑOS (CHILDREN’S DAY)
WHEREAS, Children’s Day has been celebrated annually in México since 1925; and
WHEREAS, this celebration had its origins during Álvaro Obregón's presidential period after the country joined the Geneva Conventions and looked after the wellness of the vulnerable children affected by World War I; and
WHEREAS, the United Nations suggested in 1959 that countries adopt a National Children's Day in honor of the Children's Rights Declaration of 1959; and
WHEREAS, Children are our future and are owed inalienable rights. It is the responsibility of society to ensure their rights are met & protections; and
WHEREAS, Children are citizens of the world who need emotional and physical stability and should not be separated from their parents and family; and
WHEREAS, Children have the right to an education, to enjoy a social life, and to build their futures; and
WHEREAS, Children have the right to food so that they will not suffer from malnutrition and die from hunger; and
WHEREAS, Children | approve | Pass |
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24-2747
| 1 | | RECOGNIZING APRIL 7TH AS WORLD HEALTH DAY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RECOGNIZING APRIL 7TH AS WORLD HEALTH DAY
WHEREAS, April 7 is recognized as World Health Day; and
WHEREAS, around the world, millions of people's right to health is increasingly being threatened. Diseases and disasters loom large as causes of death and disability. Conflicts are devastating lives, causing death, pain, hunger, and psychological distress; and
WHEREAS, in 1948, countries of the world came together and founded?the World Health Organization (WHO) to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable; and
WHEREAS, WHO is the United Nations agency that connects nations, partners, and people to promote health, keep the world safe, serve the vulnerable, and champion global efforts to achieve better health for all; and
WHEREAS, WHO plays an essential role in supporting countries to prepare for, detect, respond to, and recover from health emergencies, including pandemics, disease outbreaks, natural disasters, and humanitarian crises; and
WHEREAS, six key programmatic divisions at the WHO headquarters drive action towards the Tr | approve | Pass |
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24-2748
| 1 | | CELEBRATING THE 105TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICAN LEGION | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING THE 105TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
WHEREAS, the American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a Patriotic veterans organization; and
WHEREAS, the American Legion is built on a promise from men and women who swore with their lives to defend and protect the United States through military service; and
WHEREAS, the promise begins at enlistment, grows through training and discipline in the U.S. Armed Forces, and continues after discharge as veterans in service to community, state, and nation; and
WHEREAS, focusing on service to veterans, service members, and communities, the Legion evolved from a group of war-weary veterans of World War I into one of the most influential nonprofit groups in the United States; and
WHEREAS, there are about 55 departments: one each for the 50 states, along with the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, France, México, and the Philippines; and
WHEREAS, on June 23, 1935, Legionnaires Harold Card and Hayes Kennedy organized the first American Legion Boys State at the Illinois State Fairgrounds i | approve | Pass |
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24-2755
| 1 | | TORO’S CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF TORO’S CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION
WHEREAS, Toro Construction Corporation is one of the fastest-growing Hispanic/Latino construction companies; and
WHEREAS, Toro is a minority, women-owned business and has been active in the Chicagoland area for over a decade; and
WHEREAS, as a certified minority general contractor, Toro fearlessly takes on projects of all sizes, offering not only construction expertise but also invaluable project management services to coordinate specialty trades for both commercial and residential endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Toro also provides design input and engineering solutions as additional valuable services to their clients; and
WHEREAS, Toro employs over 110 people, many of whom are from historically disadvantaged communities, and have completed 300 projects totaling over $150 million in value and almost 1.5 million work hours; and
WHEREAS, one of Toro’s main end goals is to work as a solar contractor without the need for a partnership with an experienced, well-capitalized solar developer; an | approve | Pass |
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24-2767
| 1 | | CONGRATULATING CARRIE FULLERTON | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CONGRATULATING CARRIE FULLERTON ON RECIEVING THE 2024 ILLINOIS PARK AND RECREATION ASSOCIATION ROBERT ARTZ LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
WHEREAS, Carrie Fullerton is the Executive Director of the Arlington Heights Park District and the 2024 recipient of the Robert Artz Lifetime Achievement Award from the Illinois Park & Recreation Association; and
WHEREAS, this Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes that a recipient’s efforts will have had lasting impact and created awareness of the importance of parks and recreation among peers and in the community they serve; and
WHEREAS, Carrie Fullerton is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, earning a Master’s Degree in Recreation, Sport & Tourism Administration, as well as an Associate of Science degree in Cardiac Technology from Harper College; and
WHEREAS, Carrie Fullerton has served as Arlington Heights Park District Executive Director since 2020, deftly managing the park district through the challenges of COVID-19 and ensuring the continuity of park services that were crucial to people’s emotion | approve | Pass |
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24-2724
| 1 | | IDIOPATHIC HYPERSOMNIA AWARENESS DAY JUNE 1ST | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
IDIOPATHIC HYPERSOMNIA AWARENESS DAY JUNE 1ST
WHEREAS, Idiopathic Hypersomnia (IH) is a serious and chronic neurological disorder that has a considerable, life-altering impact on those living with the condition and their caregivers; and
WHEREAS, the main symptom of IH is excessive daytime sleepiness and/or sleeping in excess of 10 hours per night. Additional symptoms commonly include non-restorative sleep, and severe sleep inertia, which is extreme difficulty awakening from sleep, accompanied by feelings of inordinate disorientation upon awakening; and
WHEREAS, this inability to stay awake and alert, an irrepressible need for sleep, and/or lapsing into sleep unexpectedly adversely affects quality of life and wreaks havoc on what most would consider typical day to day activities; and
WHEREAS, patients and their caregivers are often dismissed, misunderstood and stigmatized by loved ones, friends, employers and medical professionals; and
WHEREAS, despite its seriousness, IH is underrecognized, under researched and underdiagnosed which exacerbates t | approve | Pass |
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24-2739
| 1 | | HONORING COUNTY MAYO IRELAND | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION HONORING COUNTY MAYO IRELAND
WHEREAS, Mayo Day is a longstanding tradition in County Mayo, Ireland, celebrating its rich culture, heritage, and community; and
WHEREAS, on May 4th, 2024, the 10th anniversary of Mayo Day will be celebrated with a flagship international event at Gaelic Park in Chicago, Cook County; and
WHEREAS, this event will showcase Mayo's music, arts, crafts, food, and family-friendly activities, fostering a sense of connection for those with Mayo heritage in Cook County; and
WHEREAS, the event provides an opportunity to celebrate Mayo pride, connect with fellow Mayoans, and strengthen cultural ties within Cook County;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County that May 4th, 2024, be officially proclaimed as Mayo Day in Cook County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Cook County encourages all residents to participate in the Mayo Day festivities at Gaelic Park and celebrate the vibrant culture and heritage of County Mayo. | approve | Pass |
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24-2734
| 1 | | HONORING THE LIFE OF, ERIN CHAVETTA RENEA NELSON | Consent Calendar Resolution | HONORING THE LIFE OF, ERIN CHAVETTA RENEA NELSON, IN MEMORIAM
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24-2746
| 1 | | HONORING WOMEN LEADERS IN THE LABOR | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION HONORING WOMEN LEADERS IN THE LABOR MOVEMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL WORKERS’ DAY
WHEREAS, the Cook County President and Board of Commissioners have designated the first of May as International Workers’ Day, joining the majority of the world’s countries in honoring workers and the global labor movement on the anniversary of the 1886 Haymarket Tragedy in the City of Chicago; and
WHEREAS, women have made significant contributions to the labor movement throughout history by organizing, unionizing, rallying, and inspiring all workers to fight for social and economic justice, better working conditions, immigrant rights, and equal pay across racial and gender lines; and
WHEREAS, Cook County is home to many historically influential women leaders in the labor movement, such as Lucy Gonzalez Parsons, Jane Addams, Margaret Haley, Sylvia Woods, Reverend Addie Wyatt, Jacqueline B. Vaughn, and Karen Lewis, and many others; and
WHEREAS, in 1910, women led over 40,000 mostly immigrant laborers in Chicago in the garment workers' strike against the garment i | approve | Pass |
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24-2711
| 1 | | HONORING AVERY R. YOUNG FOR NATIONAL POETRY MONTH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING AVERY R. YOUNG FOR NATIONAL POERTRY MONTH
WHERAS, Avery R. Young is an interdisciplinary artist, educator, recipient of the Leader for a New Chicago 2022 award, a Cave Canem fellow and co-director of The Floating Museum, and;
WHERAS, Young’s poetry and prose have been featured in BreakBeat Poets, Teaching Black, Poetry Magazine and alongside images in photographer Cecil McDonald Jr’s, In The Company of Black, and;
WHERAS, Young is the composer and librettist for a new commissioned work from The Lyrics Opera of Chicago titled Safronia, and;
WHERAS, Young’s work in performance, visual text, and sound design has been featured in several exhibitions and theater festivals---notably The Hip Hop Theatre Festival, The Art Institute of Chicago, The Museum of Contemporary Art, and American Jazz Museum, and;
WHERAS, Young is the featured vocalist on flutist Nicole Mitchell’s Mandorla Awakening (FPE Records). His theater credits include co-writing and co-producing the soundtrack for Lise Haller Baggeson’s Hatorgrade Retrograde: The Musical, scoring | approve | Pass |
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24-2713
| 1 | | ACKNOWLEDGING APRIL AS CHILD ABUSE AWARENESS MONTH | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
ACKNOWLEDGING APRIL AS CHILD ABUSE AWARENESS MONTH
WHERAS, Child abuse is when intentional harm or mistreatment of a child under age 18 occurs. Child abuse is a criminal offense perpetuated commonly by someone the child knows such as a parent, family member, caregiver or family friend, and;
WHERAS, Child neglect is a form of abuse. Neglect is failing to provide a child with food, shelter, education, medical care, and emotional support. At least 1 in 7 children has experienced neglect annually, and;
WHERAS, Children who live in poverty, are younger than four years of age, and have special needs, are at higher risk of experiencing abuse and neglect, and;
WHERAS, If untreated, the experiences of child abuse can impact a child’s lifelong health and well-being. Victims of child abuse are at higher risk of experiencing depression, substance use disorder or personality disorders. Counseling and therapy can help prevent future abuse and reduce long-term damage, and;
WHERAS, As much as 70% of child abuse goes unreported; and a child tells an average of se | approve | Pass |
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24-2769
| 1 | | CELEBRATING PROSPECT HEIGHTS NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION’S 10 ANNIVERSARY | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CELEBRATING PROSPECT HEIGHTS NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION’S 10 ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, April 22, 2024, is Earth Day, first celebrated in 1970; and
WHEREAS, the first Earth Day brought together millions of people and gave rise to the modern American environmental movement; and
WHEREAS, sustainable communities is one of the six key pillars of Cook County’s Policy Roadmap and over the next decade the County is committed to implementing policies that support healthy, resilient communities that thrive economically, socially and environmentally; and
WHEREAS, Cook County is dedicated to the health and well-being of the community, tasking the Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability with improving the quality of the environment for all Cook County residents; and
WHEREAS, Cook County is investing $45 million of American Rescue Plan Act funds towards sustainable, resilient, and healthy communities across the County; and
WHEREAS, Cook County’s Climate Resiliency Planning for Communities has awarded $16 million to support environmental planni | approve | Pass |
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24-2778
| 1 | | Yvonne Davis Resolution | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
YVONNE N. DAVIS, IN MEMORIAM
WHEREAS, Yvonne Davis Arelia Nicholas Davis was born to Harry Nicholas and Irma Catherine Shane on January 11, 1937 in Evansville, Indiana and sadly passed away March 13, 2024; and
WHEREAS, Yvonne Davis was an educator and a guide in academics and life; and
WHEREAS, Yvonne Davis regularly shared with pride that she received her education at schools designated for people of color, including the all-Black Lincoln High School (1954), and her beloved Fisk University (1958) where she earned a BA Speech and Dramatics; and
WHEREAS, Yvonne became a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Alpha Beta Chapter while attending Fisk. After graduating from Fisk, Yvonne moved to Evanston, Illinois where she met her husband of 54 years, Carl Edwin Davis; and
WHEREAS, Yvonne later earned a Master’s Degree in Education Administration at Northwestern University, as well as a Reading Specialist Certification from Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire; and
WHEREAS, Yvonne began her career as an educator at Jenner School, in Chicago | approve | Pass |
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24-2780
| 1 | | Martha Johnson Resolution | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
MARTHA ANN JOHNSON, IN MEMORIAM
WHEREAS, Martha Ann Johnson was born November 6, 1931 and transitioned March 30, 2024 at the age 92; and
WHEREAS, Martha Ann Johnson was raised by her parents Rev. Martha Louise and William Dobbins of Evanston, IL. and was the third of three children. At the tender age of three, Martha later developed spinal meningitis. This also resulted in her becoming deaf and mute; and
WHEREAS, Martha attended a residential school for the hearing impaired in Jacksonville, IL. until the 6th grade when she returned home to Evanston; and
WHEREAS, Martha became active in and was baptized in her mother’s church, Church of the Living God, as a child and young adult. She later symbolized her dedication to Jehovah through water baptism becoming a Jehovah’s Witness where she was very active in the Kingdom Hall; and
WHEREAS, Martha’s joy for field service, Bible studies, and sharing Jehovah’s word provided time for her to also fellowship with her spiritual brothers and sisters; and
WHEREAS, Martha felt pride in her rewarding jobs as a homemaker, | approve | Pass |
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24-2797
| 1 | | RESOLUTION CELEBRATING MARGOT HAGER AS A 2024 EARTH MONTH BIRD CALL CONTEST WINNER | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION CELEBRATING MARGOT HAGER AS A 2024 EARTH MONTH BIRD CALL CONTEST WINNER
WHEREAS, Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita hosted the 2nd Annual Earth-A-Palooza on Sunday, April 14th at Linne Woods in Morton Grove; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago Bird Alliance, founded in 1971, connects people in all our communities with birds and nature through educational programming, field trips, advocacy, stewardship and research. Chicago Bird Alliance has a vision for all communities to care about, protect, and cherish wild birds and their habitat; and
WHEREAS, Judy Pollock is a renowned bird expert and serves as the President of the Chicago Bird Alliance; and
WHEREAS, Cook County Commissioner, The Chicago Bird Alliance and Judy Pollock hosted the 2024 Earth Month Bird Call Contest to reclaim the outdated mnemonic bird call of the Carolina Wren, previously known as “maid, maid, maid, put on the tea kettle, kettle, kettle,” and
WHEREAS, Margot Hager, a 9-year-old elementary school student at School District 74, Rutledge Hall, and member of Girl Scout Troop 4 | approve | Pass |
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24-2798
| 1 | | RESOLUTION CELEBRATING ALAINA KRITICOS AS A 2024 EARTH MONTH BIRD CALL CONTEST WINNER | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION CELEBRATING ALAINA KRITICOS AS A 2024 EARTH MONTH BIRD CALL CONTEST WINNER
WHEREAS, Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita hosted the 2nd Annual Earth-A-Palooza on Sunday, April 14th at Linne Woods in Morton Grove; and
WHEREAS, The Chicago Bird Alliance, founded in 1971, connects people in all our communities with birds and nature through educational programming, field trips, advocacy, stewardship and research. Chicago Bird Alliance has a vision for all communities to care about, protect, and cherish wild birds and their habitat; and
WHEREAS, Judy Pollock is a renowned bird expert and serves as the President of the Chicago Bird Alliance; and
WHEREAS, Cook County Commissioner, The Chicago Bird Alliance and Judy Pollock hosted the 2024 Earth Month Bird Call Contest to reclaim the outdated mnemonic bird call of the Carolina Wren, previously known as “maid, maid, maid, put on the tea kettle, kettle, kettle,” and
WHEREAS, Alaina Kriticos, a 9-year-old elementary school student at School District 74, Rutledge Hall, and member of Girl Scout | approve | Pass |
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24-2802
| 1 | | RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING MINAL DESAI ON HER APPOINTMENT AS SKOKIE VILLAGE CLERK | Consent Calendar Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
PROPOSED RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING MINAL DESAI ON HER APPOINTMENT AS SKOKIE VILLAGE CLERK
WHEREAS, Minal and her husband and children have lived in Skokie for 35 years; and
WHEREAS, Minal has proven professional experience and diverse community relationships to educate, engage, and empower Skokie residents and ensure that the Village of Skokie is an equitable and welcoming place to all residents; and
WHEREAS, Minal served as a member and secretary of the Skokie Kiwanis Club from 2006-2009; and
WHEREAS, Minal served as the Executive vice president of the Skokie Chamber of Commerce from 2006-2009 and built relationships with members and the business community; and
WHEREAS, Minal served as the John Middleton School Wellness Committee from 2016-2018 where she promoted health and wellness; and
WHEREAS, Minal served as the Skokie Baseball and Softball Board Member from 2016-2020 and was an ambassador for the organization’s mission and goals; and
WHEREAS, Minal served as a Board Member for the Caring Hearts Grant Committee since 2016 raising funds | approve | Pass |
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24-0302
| 1 | | GMA Construction Group, Chicago, Illinois | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Capital Planning and Policy
Vendor: Griggs, Mitchell & Alma of IL, LLC d/b/a GMA Construction Group, Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to extend and increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Manager at Risk Services
Original Contract Period: 10/1/2022 - 9/30/2024
Proposed Amendment Type: Extension and Increase
Proposed Contract Period: Extension period 10/1/2024 - 12/31/2026
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $24,200,000.00
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Board, 9/22/2022
Increase Requested: $21,500,000.00
Previous Board Increase(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potential Fiscal Impact: FY 2024, $5,750,000.00; FY 2025, $11,000,000.00; FY 2026: $5,750,000.00
Accounts: 11569.1031.11190.560107.5601 | approve | Pass |
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24-1923
| 1 | | Bass Furniture and Rug Co., Inc. | Lease Agreement | PROPOSED LEASE AGREEMENT
Department: Department of Real Estate Management
Request: Requesting approval to enter into a lease agreement.
Landlord: Bass Furniture and Rug Co., Inc.
Tenant: Cook County, for use by the Public Defender’s Office
Location: 11431 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60628
Term/Extension Period: 4/1/2024 5/1/2024 - 12/31/2026
Space Occupied: 1,502 sqf
Monthly Rent: 6/1/2024 - 3/31/2025 $20,000.00; 4/1/2025 - 3/31/2026 $24,360.00; 4/1/2026 - 12/31/2026 $24,730.80
Fiscal Impact: $69,090.80 (Non-revenue generating)
Accounts: 11286.1260.62742.550130.00000.00000
Option to Renew: Option to renew for three (3) consecutive three (3) year terms.
Termination: Provide details of lease termination
Utilities Included: No $69,090.80 (Non-revenue generating)
Summary/Notes: The Freedom Defense Center of Roseland will foster accountability and trust between the Public Defender’s Office and the community it serves. The center is rooted in partnering and standing with the Roseland community, to reduce the impact of the carceral system an | approve as amended | Pass |
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24-1873
| 1 | | MAC Asset Management, LLC | Resolution (Class 6B) Purchase for Value | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
MAC Asset Management, LLC 6B PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE REQUEST
WHEREAS, the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development received and reviewed a Real Property Assessment Classification 6b application containing the following information:
Applicant: MAC Asset Management, LLC
Address: 7575 W. 79th Street, Bridgeview, Illinois
Municipality or Unincorporated Township: Village of Bridgeview
Cook County District: 6th District
Permanent Index Number: 18-36-201-003-0000
Municipal Resolution Number: Village of Bridgeview, Ordinance No. 22-17
Number of month property vacant/abandoned: Two (2) months vacant
Special circumstances justification requested: Yes
Proposed use of property: Industrial use -distribution and logistics
Living Wage Ordinance Compliance Affidavit Provided: Yes
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted a Real Property Assessment Classification 6b that provides an applicant a reduction in the assessment level for an abandoned industrial facility; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Classification | approve | Pass |
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24-1874
| 1 | | Ideal Greenleaf LLC | Resolution (Class 6B) Purchase for Value | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
Ideal Greenleaf LLC 6B PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE REQUEST
WHEREAS, the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development received and reviewed a Real Property Assessment Classification 6b application containing the following information:
Applicant: Ideal Greenleaf LLC
Address: 1400 Greenleaf Avenue, Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Municipality or Unincorporated Township: Elk Grove Village
Cook County District: 15th District
Permanent Index Number: 08-34-205-018-0000
Municipal Resolution Number: Village of Elk Grove, Resolution 7-21
Number of month property vacant/abandoned: One (1) month vacant
Special circumstances justification requested: Yes
Proposed use of property: Industrial use - warehousing, manufacturing, and distribution
Living Wage Ordinance Compliance Affidavit Provided: Yes
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted a Real Property Assessment Classification 6b that provides an applicant a reduction in the assessment level for an abandoned industrial facility; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Classific | approve | Pass |
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24-2140
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Office of the Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County
Report Title: Report of Legal and Expert Witness Fees and Expenses Processed for Payment
Report Period: March 1, 2024 through March 31, 2024
Summary: This report includes court orders for the payment of fees and associated expenses to attorneys and experts for legal services provided on behalf of indigent litigants. The orders have been processed by the Office of the Chief Judge and submitted to the Cook County Comptroller’s Office for payment during the period. . | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2323
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Law Office of Karla Fiaoni
Attorney(s): Karla M. Fiaoni
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 93 CR 2647704
Date of This Order: 02/08/2024
Time period: 01/24/2024 - 02/08/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $1,387.00
Paid to Date: $90,828.00
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | | |
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24-2324
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Law Office of Karla Fiaoni
Attorney(s): Karla M. Fiaoni
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 93 CR 2647704
Date of This Order: 03/12/2924
Time period: 02/21/2024 - 03/11/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $5,895.00
Paid to Date: $90,828.00
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2325
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Law Office of Karla Fiaoni
Attorney(s): Karla M. Fiaoni
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 99 CR 2602001 & 99 CR 2602002
Date of This Order: 02/08/2024
Time period: 01/24/2024 - 02/08/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $6,060.50
Paid to Date: $149,284.03
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2326
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Law Office of Karla Fiaoni
Attorney(s): Karla M. Fiaoni
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 99 CR 2602001 & 99 CR 2602002
Date of This Order: 03/12/2024
Time period: 02/09/2024 - 03/12/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $24,189.47
Paid to Date: $149,284.03
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2328
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Reimer, Dobrovolny & LaBardi PC.
Attorney(s): Nemura Pencyla
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 97 CR 511002
Date of This Order: 03/12/2024
Time period: 11/01/2023 - 02/29/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $7,356.25
Paid to Date: $34,031.25
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2331
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Reimer, Dobrovolny & LaBardi PC
Attorney(s): Nemura Pencyla
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 97 CR 2956002
Date of This Order: 03/12/2024
Time period: 11/01/2023 - 02/29/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $32,106.25
Paid to Date: $68,556.13
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2332
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Office of the Special Prosecutor
Attorney(s): Michael J. O’Rourke
Case Name: Appointment of Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 00 CR 13572-01
Date of This Order: 02/29/2024
Time period: 11/01/2023 - 02/28/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $7,800.72
Paid to Date: $8,436,074.50
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2353
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Office of the Special Prosecutor
Attorney(s): Michael J. O’Rourke
Case Name: Appointment of Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 91 CR 2145101
Date of This Order: 03/05/2024
Time period: 11/01/2023 - 02/29/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $16,873.64
Paid to Date: $8,436.074.50
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2374
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Office of the Special Prosecutor
Attorney(s): Michael J. O’Rourke
Case Name: Appointment of Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 95 CR 27600-01
Date of This Order: 03/13/2024
Time period: 04/01/2023 - 01/30/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $88,862.49
Paid to Date: $8,436,074.50
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2395
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Office of the Special Prosecutor
Attorney(s): Michael J. O’Rourke
Case Name: Appointment of Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 90 CR 25846
Date of This Order: 03/18/2024
Time period: 08/03/2023 - 02/29/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $28,786.25
Paid to Date: $8,436,074.50
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2416
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Office of the Special Prosecutor
Attorney(s): Michael J. O’Rourke
Case Name: Appointment of Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 00 CR 13572-01
Date of This Order: 03/18/2024
Time period: 02/14/2024 - 03/15/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $14,969.46
Paid to Date: $8,436,074.50
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2437
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Office of the Special Prosecutor
Attorney(s): Michael J. O’Rourke
Case Name: Appointment of Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 88 CR 18817-01
Date of This Order: 03/25/2024
Time period: 11/16/2023 - 03/15/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $12,866.75
Paid to Date: $8,436,074.50
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2458
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Office of the Special Prosecutor
Attorney(s): Michael J. O’Rourke
Case Name: Appointment of Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 91 CR 2114701
Date of This Order: 03/26/2024
Time period: 11/15/2023 - 03/15/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $7,781.26
Paid to Date: $8,436,074.50
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2459
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: Office of the Special Prosecutor
Attorney(s): Michael J. O’Rourke
Case Name: Appointment of Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 92 CR 0023, 91 CR 21147
Date of This Order: 03/26/2024
Time period: 11/14/2023 - 03/15/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $3,382.50
Paid to Date: $8,436,074.50
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2460
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: 1) Lawrence Oliver II - Special Prosecutor (2) Sidley Austin - Deputy Special Prosecutor (3) FTI Consulting (4) Lawrence Rosen and (5) Wendy Muchman
Attorney(s): Lawrence Oliver II
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 82 CR 1221 & 88 CR 7771
Date of This Order: 02/23/2024
Time period: 12/01/2023 - 12/31/2023
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $Lawrence Oliver II - $1,693.99 & FTI Consulting - $16,770.98
Paid to Date: $659,477.96
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2480
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: 1) Lawrence Oliver II - Special Prosecutor (2) Sidley Austin - Deputy Special Prosecutor (3) FTI Consulting (4) Lawrence Rosen and (5) Wendy Muchman
Attorney(s): Lawrence Oliver II
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 82 CR 1221 & 88 CR 7771
Date of This Order: 02/23/2024
Time period: 01/01/2024 - 01/31/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $Lawrence Oliver II - $5,837.50
Paid to Date: $659,477.96
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2481
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: 1) Lawrence Oliver II - Special Prosecutor (2) Sidley Austin - Deputy Special Prosecutor (3) FTI Consulting (4) Lawrence Rosen and (5) Wendy Muchman
Attorney(s): Lawrence Oliver II
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 82 CR 1221 & 88 CR 7771
Date of This Order: 03/26/2024
Time period: 02/01/2024 - 02/29/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $Lawrence Oliver II - $4,675.00 & FTI Consulting - $3,343.70
Paid to Date: $659,477.96
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2557
| 1 | | | Special Court Orders | Firm: McCarthy & Valentini, LLC.
Attorney(s): McCarthy & Valentini, LLC.
Case Name: In re Special Prosecutor
Case No.(s): 88 CR 230902
Date of This Order: 04/02/2024
Time period: 02/05/2024 - 04/01/2024
This Court Ordered Amount for fees and expenses: $21,812.75
Paid to Date: $299,794.80
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2291
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Municipal Litigation) | Case: Chicago Sun Times v. Cook County Sheriff’s Office
Case No: 2023 CH 09335
Settlement Amount: $5,500.00
Department: 1210 - Office of the Sheriff)
Payable to: Loevy & Loevy Attorneys at Law
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: An allegation of a FOIA violation. | approve | Pass |
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24-2292
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Municipal Litigation) | Case: Shreyas Gandlur v. Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
Case No: 2023CH 04090
Settlement Amount: $31,500.00
Department: 1250 - State’s Attorney
Payable to: Loevy & Loevy Attorneys at Law
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: An allegation of a FOIA violation. | approve | Pass |
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24-2293
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Municipal Litigation) | Case: Walter Thompson v. Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
Case No: 2021 CH 01738
Settlement Amount: $29,500.00
Department: 1250 - State’s Attorney
Payable to: Loevy & Loevy Attorneys at Law
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: An allegation of a FOIA violation. | approve | Pass |
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24-2294
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Municipal Litigation) | Case: HRDC v. Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
Case No: 2021 CH 05850
Settlement Amount: $41,537.97
Department: 1250 - State’s Attorney
Payable to: Loevy & Loevy Attorneys at Law
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: An allegation of a FOIA violation. | approve | Pass |
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24-1884
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Medical Litigation) | Case: Pickett, Jacque (Est. Jeanette Pickett) v. Cook County, et al.
Case No: 19 L 11139
Settlement Amount: $91,532.30
Department: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital - 4897
Payable to: Est. of Jeanette Pickett and her attys Allen N. Schwartz, Ltd.
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: Settlement of a medical malpractice claim. | approve | Pass |
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24-2249
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Medical Litigation) | Case: Ohrt, Jacqueline (Est. Edith Ohrt) v. Knight, Donija and Cook County
Case No: 23 L 9233
Settlement Amount: $3,500,000.00
Department: 4897 - John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County
Payable to: Jaqueline Sue Ohrt as Ind. Adm. Est. of Edith June Ohrt, and her atty, Thomas M. Paris
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: 03/13/2024
Subject matter: Settlement of a medical malpractice case. | approve | Pass |
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24-2278
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Medical Litigation) | Case: Vaughn, London (a minor, by his mother Tika Clark) v. Cook County
Case No: 20 L 10094
Settlement Amount: $3,000,000.00
Department: 4897 John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital
Payable to: Multiple - See Attachment A
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: 09/20/2023
Subject matter: Settlement of a medical malpractice claim. | approve | Pass |
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23-5547
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Torts and Civil Rights) | Case: Russell v. Cook County
Case No: 2022 CH 03326
Settlement Amount: $500.00
Department: 1239 - Department of Corrections
Payable to: Mike Russell
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: an allegation of a civil rights violation | approve | Pass |
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24-1508
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Torts and Civil Rights) | Proposed Settlements
Case: Williams, Tayan v. Dart
Case No: 21 C 6561
Settlement Amount: $1,500.00
Department: 1239 - Department of Corrections
Payable to: Tayan Williams (R13854)
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: an allegation of a civil rights violation | approve | Pass |
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24-2202
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Torts and Civil Rights) | Case: Cole, Quincy v. Wray
Case No: 22-cv-1127
Settlement Amount: $2,250.00
Department: 1239 - Department of Corrections
Payable to: Quincy E. Cole
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: an allegation of a civil rights violation | approve | Pass |
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24-2205
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Torts and Civil Rights) | Case: Allen, Joseph v. Dart, et al.
Case No: 22-cv-4479
Settlement Amount: $600.00
Department: 1239 - Department of Corrections
Payable to: Joseph Allen
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: an allegation of a civil rights violation | approve | Pass |
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24-2223
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Torts and Civil Rights) | Case: Smith v. Hampton, et al.
Case No: 20-cv-7495
Settlement Amount: $2,000.00
Department: 1239 - Department of Corrections
Payable to: Donald Smith
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: an allegation of a civil rights violation | approve | Pass |
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24-2155
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Labor and Employment) | Proposed Settlements
Case: Washington, Justin v. Cook County
Case No: 23 C 1842
Settlement Amount: $4,200.00
Department: 4897 - John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County
Payable to: Justin Washington $2,000.00; Manikowski Law Office, L.L.C. $2,200.00
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: an allegation of employment discrimination | approve | Pass |
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24-2187
| 1 | | | Proposed Settlements (Labor and Employment) | Case: Minge, Rose v. Cook County
Case No: 20 C 6935
Settlement Amount: $95,000.00
Department: 4897 - John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County
Payable to: Rose Minge; Law Office of Mark Schaffner, PC
Litigation Subcommittee Approval: N/A
Subject matter: an allegation of employment discrimination | approve | Pass |
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24-2234
| 1 | | | Report (SAO Workers Comp) | REPORT
Department: Civil Actions Bureau
Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Payments Following Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office - Litigated Settlements & Awards
Report Period: March 14, 2023 to April 3, 2024
Summary: Authorization to Pay Workers’ Compensation Settlements and Awards | approve | Pass |
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24-2239
| 1 | | 24-2239 Workers’ Compensation Settlements Decisions Finance Committee Meeting April 17 2024 | Workers' Compensation Claims (Risk Management) | REPORT
Department: Risk Management
Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Payments - Risk Management Settlements
Report Period: 03/01/2024 - 03/31/2024
Summary: Authority to pay Workers’ Compensation Settlements | approve | Pass |
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24-2237
| 1 | | 24-2237 Receive File- Workers' Compensation Claim Payments - February 2024 | Workers' Compensation Claims (Risk Management) | REPORT
Department: Risk Management
Report Title: Workers’ Compensation Claim Payments
Report Period: 02/01/2024 - 02/29/2024
Summary: The Department of Risk Management is submitting for your information Workers’ Compensation Claim Payments for the month ending February 2024. Payments total $1,388,327.92 | approve | Pass |
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24-2207
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Risk Management
Report Title: Receive and File Patient Arrestee Claims
Report Period: Month ending February 29, 2024
Summary: The Department of Risk Management is submitting for your information Patient Arrestees Claims for the month ending February 29, 2024. Payment’s total: $28,936.89 | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2206
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Risk Management
Report Title: Receive and File Self Insurance Claims
Report Period: Month Ending February 29, 2024
Summary: The Department of Risk Management is submitting for your information Self Insurance Claims for the month ending February 29, 2024. Payment’s total: $16,583.07 | receive and file | Pass |
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24-1962
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Risk Management
Report Title: Receive and File - Subrogation Claim Recoveries
Report Period: Month ending March 31, 2024
Summary: Submitting for your information, a summary of Claim Recoveries for the month ending 3/31/2024 - Total Recovery: $4,342.03 - Number of Recoveries: 2 | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2587
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Comptroller Office
Report Title: Analysis of Revenues and Expenses Report
Report Period: Three-month period ended February 29, 2024
Summary: Analysis of Revenues and Expenses Report for the three-month period ended February 29, 2024, for the Corporate, Public Safety, Health, Grants and Special Purpose funds of Cook County | receive and file | Pass |
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24-1412
| 1 | | | Report | REPORT
Department: Cook County Health
Report Title: CCH Monthly Report
Report Period: March-April 2024
Summary: | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2103
| 1 | | ALLOCATION MODIFICATION OF THE DISASTER RESPONSE AND RECOVERY FUND | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
ALLOCATION MODIFICATION OF THE DISASTER RESPONSE AND RECOVERY FUND
WHEREAS, in August 2022, the State of Texas started a coordinated effort of funding buses to transport new arrivals to the United States at the southwest border to various cities across the country with a focus on Chicago; and
WHEREAS, the unannounced nature of bus arrivals created an unsafe and chaotic situation leading local government entities to respond to this humanitarian crisis; and
WHEREAS, Cook County and Cook County Health have assisted the City of Chicago since the inception of the new arrivals operation with emergency management support and Cook County Health standing up a new clinic at Belmont Cragin exclusively to care for over 24,000 new arrival patients; and
WHEREAS, there was a drastic increase in buses sent to Chicago with a peak of 15 buses in a single day and over 2,800 individual new arrivals in one week in September 2023; and
WHEREAS, this influx caused overcrowding at Chicago Police Department precinct locations and the need for several additional shelte | approve | Pass |
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23-3815
| 1 | | Covid-19 Quarterly Updates | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
REQUESTING A MEETING OF THE COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS COMMITTEE TO RECEIVE AN UPDATE FROM COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND THE COOK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH ON THEIR COVID-19 AND OTHER DISEASES OF CONCERN IMMUNIZATION and MITIGATION PLANS IN SUBURBAN COOK COUNTY
WHEREAS, on January 27, 2020, the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services declared that COVID-19, a respiratory illness spread by close contact through respiratory droplets, presents a public health emergency, and the World Health Organization characterized the COVID-19 outbreak as a pandemic on March 11, 2020; and
WHEREAS, despite advances in treatment protocols and the availability of vaccines, COVID-19 continues to be a serious disease across the U.S. and Cook County, and;
WHEREAS, as of November 30, 2022, there have been 655,646 confirmed cases of SARS-CoV-2 in Suburban Cook County under the jurisdiction of the Cook County Department of Public Health with 7,309 reported deaths; and
WHEREAS, on August 31, 2022, the FDA amended the emergency use authorizations (EUAs) of | defer | Pass |
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23-5909
| 1 | | Appointment of Dr. Justin Harbison | Appointment | PROPOSED APPOINTMENT
Appointee(s): Dr. Justin Harbison
Position: Trustee
Department/Board/Commission: Northwest Mosquito Abatement District
Effective date: Immediate
Expiration date: 4 years from date of approval | approve | Pass |
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24-1177
| 1 | | Department of Human Rights Appointment | Appointment | PROPOSED APPOINTMENT
Appointee(s): Dr. Simone Griffin
Position: Member
Department/Board/Commission: Commission on Human Rights
Effective date: 2/29/2024
Expiration date: 2/28/2027 | approve | Pass |
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24-1937
| 1 | | MANAGER OF ARCHIVES | Ordinance Amendment | PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
MANAGER OF ARCHIVES
BE IT ORDAINED, by the Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Chapter 2 ADMINISTRATION, Article 5 DEPARTMENTS AND SIMILAR AGENCIES, Division 4 RECORDS COMPLIANCE, Sec. 2-444 of the Cook County Code is hereby amended as Follows:
Sec. 2-444. Role of the manager of archives.
The Manager of Archives shall:
(a) Administer, supervise and monitor requirements with respect to the collection and preservation of Archival Materials under this Division, including, but not limited to, inter-agency transfers of Archival Material, donations of Archival Material from external sources and post-custodial care of the Archive Materials.
(b) Establish guidelines and policies to support the governance of the CARO archival holdings and access through the CARO office.
(c) Work cooperatively with the Records Management Administrator as to establish documentation and methods to categorize and retrieve Archive materials as necessary.
(d) Promulgate CARO rules and procedures which govern this section as needed.
(e) Serve as | approve | Pass |
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24-2057
| 1 | | Ethics Ordinance Amendment -- Newsletters, brochures, public service announcements | Ordinance Amendment | PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
AMENDMENT TO ETHICS ORDINANCE
BE IT ORDAINED, by the Cook County Board of Commissioners, that Chapter 2 Administration, Article VII Ethics, Division 2 Code of Ethical Conduct, Section 2-586 of the Cook County Code is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 2-586. Newsletters, brochures, public service announcements, and promotional materials.]
(a) Election Period Prohibitions
(1) Except as provided by subsection (b), Sixty days prior to a general, primary, or special election and ending the day after such election in which an elected official is a candidate, County funds and or resources may not be used by any elected County official to print, mail, transmit, or pay for the printing, mailing, or transmission of any newsletters or brochures bearing the proper name of the elected County official during the period of time design, print, and/or distribute::
a. Print newsletters or brochures bearing the proper name or image of the elected County official who is a candidate in an election; or
b. Public service announcements or advertisements th | approve | Pass |
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24-2097
| 1 | | Women's Commission | Appointment | PROPOSED APPOINTMENT
Appointee(s): Phoebe Snowe
Position: Cook County Women’s Commissioner
Department/Board/Commission: Cook County Commission on Women’s Issues
Effective date: 4/17/24
Expiration date: 4/17/26 | approve | Pass |
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24-1222
| 1 | | Contract for Pavement Rehabilitation Program co. number 2238-10062 | Contract (Highway) | PROPOSED CONTRACT (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department(s): Transportation and Highways
Vendor: R.M. Chin & Associates, Inc., Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute contract.
Good(s) or Service(s): Preliminary Engineering and Design Engineering Services for Various-Various Pavement Preservation and Rehabilitation Projects
Location: Countywide
Section: 23-PEDES-00-EG
Contract Value: $5,000,000.00
Contract period: 5/1/2024 - 4/30/2027 with two (2) one-year renewal options
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY 2024 $1,000,000.00, FY 2025 $1,500,000.00, FY 2026 $1,500,000.00, FY 2027 $1,000,000.00
Accounts: Motor Fuel Tax Fund: 11300.1500.29150.521536
Contract Number(s): 2238-10062
Concurrences:
The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance Via: Direct participation. The prime vendor is MBE certified.
The Chief Procurement Officer concurs.
Summary: The Department of Transportation and Highways respectfully requests approval of t | approve | Pass |
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24-1223
| 1 | | Contract Amendment - Bituminous Hot Patch S1- A2 - co. number 2038-18223 | Contract Amendment (Highway) | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department(s): Transportation and Highways
Vendor: K-Five Hodgkins, LLC, Hodgkins, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Bituminous Material (Hot Patch) and Prime Coat Materials
Location: Transportation and Highways Maintenance District 4: South Area- Orland Park
County Board District(s): N/A
Original Contract Period: 4/1/2021 - 3/31/2023 with one (1) two-year renewal option
Section: N/A
Proposed Contract Period Extension: N/A
Section: N/A
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $170,400.00
Original Board Approval: N/A
Previous Board Increase(s) or Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s) or Extension(s): 3/21/2023, $50,000.00 and two-year renewal through 3/31/2025
This Increase Requested: $75,000.00
Potential Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $50,000.00; FY 2025 $25,000.00
Accounts: Motor Fuel Tax: 11300.1500.29150.530224
Contract Number(s): 2038-1822 | approve | Pass |
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24-1224
| 1 | | Contract Amendment - Bituminous Hot Patch S2 - A2 co. number 2038-18224 | Contract Amendment (Highway) | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)
Department(s): Transportation and Highways
Vendor: Gallagher Materials Corporation, Thornton, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Bituminous Materials (Hot Patch) and Prime Coat Materials
Location: Transportation and Highways Maintenance District 5: South Area- Riverdale
County Board District(s): N/A
Original Contract Period: 04/01/2021 - 03/31/2023 with one (1), two (2) year renewal option
Section: N/A
Proposed Contract Period Extension: N/A
Section: N/A
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $163,900.00
Original Board Approval: N/A
Previous Board Increase(s) or Extension(s): 03/21/2023 $50,000.00 and two-year renewal to 03/31/2025
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s) or Extension(s): OCPO approval 03/29/2021 $113,900.00
This Increase Requested: $75,000.00
Potential Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $50,000.00; FY 2025 $25,000.00
Accounts: Motor Fuel Tax: 11300.1500.2 | approve | Pass |
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24-2189
| 1 | | Journal of Proceedings 02-29-2024 | Journal of Proceedings | JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS
COOK COUNTY CLERK, Karen A. Yarbrough, presented in printed form a record of the Journal of Proceedings of the February 29, 2024. | approve | Pass |
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24-2583
| 2 | | Journal of Proceedings 3-14-2024 | Journal of Proceedings | JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS
COOK COUNTY CLERK, Karen A. Yarbrough, presented in printed form a record of the Journal of Proceedings of the regular meeting held on March 14, 2024. . | approve | Pass |
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24-1395
| 1 | | Insight 2024 | Contract Amendment (Technology) | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT (TECHNOLOGY)
Department(s): Bureau of Technology
Vendor: Insight Public Sector, Inc., Tempe, Arizona
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to renew and increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Office Technology Products and Related Services
Original Contract Period: 9/9/2019 - 9/8/2024, with three (3), one-year renewal options
Proposed Amendment Type:Renewal and Increase
Proposed Contract Period: Renewal period 9/9/2024 - 9/8/2025
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $25,000,000.00
Original Approval (Board or Procurement):Board, 7/25/2019, $25,000,000.00
Increase Requested: $13,809,973.00
Previous Board Increase(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s):N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potential Fiscal Impact: FY 2024 $8,285,983.00, FY 2025 $5,523,989.00
Accounts: Capital and Operating
Contract Number(s): 1830 | approve | Pass |
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24-1704
| 1 | | Major Information Technology Project Report | Report | REPORT
Department: Bureau of Technology
Report Title: Major Information Technology Project Reports
Report Period: September 2023- March 2024
Summary: A report provided by Offices Under the President, represented by the Bureau of Technology and all other separately elected offices providing semi-annual updates to the Cook County Technology and Innovation Committee of the Board of Commissioners regarding information technology projects related to their offices’ strategic initiatives. | receive and file | Pass |
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24-1705
| 1 | | Software Asset and Technology Hardware Asset Inventory Report 2024 | Report | REPORT
Department: Bureau of Technology
Report Title: Software Asset and Technology Hardware Asset Inventory Report
Report Period: FY 2024 Annual Report
Summary: In accordance with the Cook County Information Technology Reporting Ordinance, Offices Under the President represented by the Bureau of Technology’s Chief Information Officer, and all other Chief Information Officers from each of the separately elected offices shall present a Software and Technology Hardware Asset Inventory Report to the Cook County Technology and Innovation Committee of the Board of Commissioners annually in April. | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2043
| 1 | | A RESOLUTION CONSENTING TO THE CREATION OF MOUNT PROSPECT SPECIAL SERVICE AREA, AND THE INCLUSION OF A PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN UNINCORPORATED COOK COUNTY IN MOUNT PROSPECT SPECIAL SERVICE AREA (MOUNT PROSPECT ELK GROVE TOWNSHIP FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION CONSENTING TO THE CREATION OF MOUNT PROSPECT SPECIAL SERVICE AREA, AND THE INCLUSION OF A PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN UNINCORPORATED COOK COUNTY IN MOUNT PROSPECT SPECIAL SERVICE AREA (MOUNT PROSPECT ELK GROVE TOWNSHIP FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL ASSISTANCE)
WHEREAS, properties located within the former Elk Grove Rural Fire Protection District (hereinafter referred to as the "EGRFPD”) no longer receive fire protection and emergency medical services from the EGRFPD; said properties being legally described on Exhibit A, and depicted on Exhibit B, both Exhibits being submitted herewith and made part hereof (hereinafter referred to as the "SSA Properties"); and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the SSA Properties to have access to fire protection and emergency medical services; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Mount Prospect (hereinafter referred to as the "Village") has agreed to provide fire protection and emergency medical services to the SSA Properties, provided said services are pursuant to the Mount Prospect Elk Grove Township Fire And | approve | Pass |
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24-2565
| 1 | | V 2412 Robert Mabry | Zoning Board of Appeals Recommendation | RECOMMENDATION OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Request: Variation V-2412
Township: Rich
County District: 5
Property Address: 3544 W. 192nd Street, Homewood, IL. 60430
Property Description: The Subject Property is less than 1 acre, in Section 11.
Owner: Robert Mabry, 5918 Corey Lane - 1AR, Oak Forest, IL. 60452
Agent/Attorney: Mario Wilson, 20700 S. Crawford Avenue, Matteson, IL 60443
Current Zoning: R-3 Single Family Residence District
Intended use: Applicant seeks a variance to reduce lot width from minimum required 150 feet to an existing 100 feet to construct a new single-family residence.
Recommendation: ZBA Recommendation that the above application be granted.
Conditions: None
Objectors: Carrie Hughes, 3522 W 192nd Street, Homewood, IL 60430
History:
Zoning Board Hearing: 4/3/2024
Zoning Board Recommendation date: 4/3/2024
County Board extension granted: N/A | approve | Pass |
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24-2567
| 1 | | V 2415 Jacek Sek | Zoning Board of Appeals Recommendation | RECOMMENDATION OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Request: Variance V 2415
Township: Lemont
County District: 17
Property Address: 1296 119th Street, Lemont, IL. 60439
Property Description: The Subject Property is 0.52 acres, located approximately 2500 feet north of McCarthy Road, and approximately 3,100 feet south of Main Avenue, in Section 21.
Owner: Jacek Sek, 1296 119th Street, Lemont, IL 60439
Agent/Attorney: Agent Anna Lukaszcyk, 8642 Menard Ave. Burbank, IL 60459,
Current Zoning: R-4 Single Family Residence District
Intended use: : Applicant seeks a variance to; 1) increase the height of an accessory structure from the maximum allowed 15 feet to a proposed 18.8 feet, and 2) reduce the side yard setback from the minimum required 25 feet to a proposed 19.8 feet. The variance is required to construct a second story addition, porch, and shed onto an existing single-family residence.
Recommendation: ZBA Recommendation that the application be granted.
Conditions: None
Objectors: Joe Pieggi, Esq., representing Susan Black, neighbor, 1269 | approve | Pass |
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24-2178
| 1 | | Sunrise-Bergen HOME Investment Partnership | HOME Investment Partnerships Program | PROPOSED HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM
Department: Planning and Development
Other Part(ies): Sunrise-Bergen, LLC
Request: Cook County’s Department of Planning and Development requests the approval of the investment of $2,000,000 HOME Investment Partnership funds to support the rehabilitation/redevelopment of Sunrise Apartments and Daniel P. Bergen Homes (Sunrise-Bergen), two public housing developments located in Chicago Heights totaling 107 units.
Total Development Cost: $50,342,608.00
Project Loan Amount: $2,000,000.00
Fiscal Impact: $2,000,000.00
Account(s): 11900.1013.54147.580170.00000.00000
Summary: Cook County’s Department of Planning and Development staff recommends the investment of $2,000,000 of HOME funds for the rehabilitation/redevelopment of Sunrise Apartments and Daniel P. Bergen Homes (Sunrise-Bergen), two public housing developments located in Chicago Heights currently owned by the Housing Authority of Cook County (HACC). The construction (two-year term) and permanent HOME loan (30-year term) will bear 0% interest and will be fully defe | refer | Pass |
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24-2503
| 1 | | Funds Transfer for BHR | Transfer of Funds | PROPOSED TRANSFER OF FUNDS
Department: Bureau of Human Resources
Request: Approval of a transfer of funds in Department 1032, Bureau of Human Resources
Reason: The reason for this transfer is to acquire professional services to support BHR’s recruitment and hiring efforts due to turnover within the Workforce Strategy Division.
From Account(s):
11000.1490.33910.540135.00000.00000 Working Capital-Maintenance, $177,400
11000.1490.33910.520610.00000.00000 Advertising for Specific Purposes, $350,000
11000.1490.33910.521044.00000.00000 Legal Fee-Labor Matters, $63,652.16
11100.1490.33910.501750.00000.00000 Shared Tuition, $100,000
11000.1032.11690.501010.00000.00000 Salaries/Wages, $900,000
11000.1032.10155.501010.00000.00000 Salaries/Wages, $300,000
11000.1032.20320.501010.00000.00000 Salaries/Wages, $300,000
To Account(s): 11000.1490.33910.520830.00000.00000 Professional Services, $691,052.16
11000.1032.10155.520830.00000.00000 Professional Services $1,500,000
Total Amount of Transfer: $2,191,052.16
On what date did it become apparent that the rece | approve | Pass |
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24-2712
| 1 | | CMAP Appointment Mayor Jada Curry | Appointment | PROPOSED APPOINTMENT
Appointee(s): Mayor Jada D. Curry
Position: Member
Department/Board/Commission: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
Effective date: 5/16/2024
Expiration date: 5/16/2028 | refer | Pass |
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24-2672
| 1 | | RTA Northwest Region | Appointment | PROPOSED APPOINTMENT
Appointee(s): Appointment to complete the term of Mary Beth Canty, expiring on June 30, 2025 (Term to be effective April 17, 2024, through June 30, 2025) John Yonan
Position: Director
Department/Board/Commission: RTA Northwest Region
Effective date: 5/16/2024
Expiration date: 6/30/2025 | refer | Pass |
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24-2211
| 1 | | TRANSFER OF FUNDS | Transfer of Funds | PROPOSED TRANSFER OF FUNDS
Department: Budget and Management Services
Request: Approve transfer of $10,500,000.00 of ARPA funding between Connected Communities, Open Communities and Vital Communities Policy Pillars.
Reason: Request in transfer of funds between ARPA programs will permit strategic adjustments in community initiatives.
From Account(s): Revenue Loss (Open Communities) 11286.1014.60162.580380.00000.00000, Appropriation Adjustment, $2,000,000.00; ARPA Initiative NT092 (Vital Communities) 11286.1027.63314.580170.00000.00000, Grants Disbursements, $8,500,000.00.
To Account(s): ARPA Initiative NT099 (Connected Communities) 11286.1031.63464.580170.00000.00000, Grant Disbursements, $10,500,000.00.
Total Amount of Transfer: $10,500,000.00
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?
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How was the account used for the source of transferr | approve | Pass |
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24-2242
| 1 | | RSI Upgrade and Maintenance Amendment | Contract Amendment | PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Department(s): Department of Revenue
Vendor: Revenue Solutions, Inc. (RSI), Pembroke, Massachusetts
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to extend and increase contract
Good(s) or Service(s): Integrated Home Rule Tax Processing System - Upgrade, License, Support and Maintenance
Original Contract Period: 10/1/2015 - 9/30/2020, with five (5), one (1) year renewal options
Proposed Amendment Type: Extension and Increase
Proposed Contract Period: Extension period 10/1/2025 - 9/30/2028
Total Current Contract Amount Authority: $15,430,839.00
Original Approval (Board or Procurement): Board, 9/9/2015, $10,971,946.00
Increase Requested: $3,320,655.00
Previous Board Increase(s): 8/3/2016, $692,000.00; 9/24/2020, $3,766,893.00
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Increase(s): N/A
Previous Board Renewals: 9/24/2020, 10/1/2020 - 9/30/2025
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Renewals: N/A
Previous Board Extension(s): N/A
Previous Chief Procurement Officer Extension(s): N/A
Potential Fi | refer | Pass |
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24-2701
| 1 | | 2024 Q1 Disaster Response and Recovery Fund Report | Report | REPORT
Department: Emergency Management & Regional Security
Report Title: 2024 Q1 Disaster Response and Recovery Fund Report
Report Period: 12/1/2023 - 2/29/2024
Summary: The quarterly report includes updates for 2024 Q1 for the Disaster Response and Recovery Fund including commitments, expenditures, and substantive updates. | refer | Pass |
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24-2753
| 1 | | 2023 JTDC Advisory Board Annual Report | Report | REPORT
Department: Justice Advisory Council
Report Title: An Urgent Call for Change: Advancing Justice in the Cook County Juvenile Detention Center The 2023 Annual Report of the Cook County Juvenile Detention Center Advisory Board
Report Period: December 1, 2022 - November 30, 2023
Summary: The JTDC Advisory Board's 2023 annual report highlights significant ongoing and unaddressed concerns about the detention center's practices. Multiple reports issued by expert bodies and state agencies underscore the importance of reforming practices in the JTDC to prioritize rehabilitation and address the specific needs of detained youth. Unfortunately, these reports have not led to significant change at the JTDC. This year's report, once again, focuses on the much-needed areas of improvement critical to the rehabilitation and safety of the detained youth. We, the JTDC Advisory Board, call upon Cook County Commissioners, Judges, and community leaders to join us in our ongoing mission to transform the JTDC, thereby ensuring a safer, more rehabilitative, educationally focused, and | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2531
| 1 | | Berglund Construction Co., Chicago, Illinois | Contract | PROPOSED CONTRACT
Department(s): Department of Capital Planning and Policy
Vendor: Berglund Construction Co., Chicago, Illinois
Request: Authorization for the Chief Procurement Officer to enter into and execute
Good(s) or Service(s): Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) Services for Provident Hospital Improvements
Contract Value: $100,865,745.00
Contract period: 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2027
Potential Fiscal Year Budget Impact: FY2024 $14,009,131.20, FY2025 $33,621,915.00, FY2026 $33,621,915.00, FY2027 $19,612,783.80
Accounts: 11569.1031.11190.560105/7.00000.00000 (Capital Improvement Program)
Contract Number(s): H24-25-085
Concurrences:
The vendor has met the Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Ordinance via: Direct participation.
The CCH Chief Procurement Officer Concurs.
Summary: This request is for Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) services for improvements to Provident Hospital. The vendor shall provide pre-construction services and complete the construction of assigned projects under a guaranteed maximum price (GMP).
The v | refer | Pass |
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24-1503
| 1 | | PROPOSED RESOLUTION FOR AN ARPA VITAL COMMUNITIES PROGRAM INITIATIVE IMPLEMENTED BY THE BUREAU OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT | Resolution | PROPOSED SECOND SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION
PROPOSED RESOLUTION FOR AN ARPA VITAL COMMUNITIES PROGRAM INITIATIVE IMPLEMENTED BY THE BUREAU OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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 $1,000,372,385B of ARPA funding to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2021, the Cook County 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 allocated to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19 in the amount of approximately $1,0 | refer | Pass |
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24-2735
| 1 | | PROPOSAL FOR ARPA NT 093 MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE – SINGLE FAMILY HOME DEVELOPMENT | Resolution | PROPOSED RESOLUTION
PROPOSAL FOR ARPA NT 093 MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE - SINGLE FAMILY HOME DEVELOPMENT
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 to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2021, the Cook County 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 allocated to Cook County to assist the County in its recovery from the economic and health effects of COVID-19 in the amount of approximately $1,000,372,385; and
WHEREAS, Resolution 21-3654 fur | refer | Pass |
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24-2793
| 1 | | Honorable Karen A. Yarbrough | Miscellaneous Item of Business | PROPOSED MISCELLANEOUS ITEM OF BUSINESS
Department: Office of the President
Summary: We announce and recognize with great sadness that the Honorable Karen A. Yarbrough, Cook County Clerk, died April 7, 2024 leaving a vacancy in the Office of the position of County Clerk. Clerk Yarbrough was a dedicated and innovative public servant, and her presence will be missed in Cook County and throughout the State of Illinois. Attached please find a copy of the notice of vacancy from the Office of the County Clerk. | receive and file | Pass |
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24-2794
| 1 | | Report on Cook County Committee on Social Innovation | Report | REPORT
Department: Cook County Committee on Social Innovation
Report Title: Cook County Committee on Social Innovation
Report Period: February 2023- December 2023
Summary: The final report or the Cook County Committee on Social Innovation | refer | Pass |
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24-2801
| 1 | | Carol Johnson - Northwest Mosquito Abatement District | Appointment | PROPOSED APPOINTMENT
Appointee(s): Carol Johnson
Position: Member
Department/Board/Commission: Northwest Mosquito Abatement District
Effective date: 5/16/2024
Expiration date: 5/16/2026 | refer | Pass |
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