POST BOARD ACTION AGENDA
Meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners
County Board Room, County Building
Thursday, January 9, 2003, 10:00 A.M.
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JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS
ITEM #1
REFERRED TO THE ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
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JOURNAL
(November 19, 2002)
DAVID ORR, Cook County Clerk presented in printed form a record of the Journal of the Proceedings of the meeting held on Tuesday, November 19, 2002.
I am hereby requesting the opportunity to discuss this matter with the Administration Committee of the Board of Commissioners.
WAIVER OF PERMIT FEES
ITEM #2
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 10, 2002 from
DONALD H. WLODARSKI, Commissioner, Department of Building and Zoning
respectfully request the granting of a No Fee Permit for the Cook County Forest Preserve District for removal and construction of a fence and rail at 12545 West 111th Street, Lemont, Illinois in Lemont Township.
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Permit #: |
021353 |
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Requested Waived Fee Amount (100%): |
$562.00 |
This request is pursuant to the County Board's adoption of Item No. 176427 on September 16, 1991 that all building and zoning permit fees be waived for public entities defined as county, township, municipality, municipal corporation, school district, forest preserve district, park district, fire protection district, sanitary district, library district and all other local governmental bodies.
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $562.00
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ITEM #3
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 10, 2002 from
DONALD H. WLODARSKI, Commissioner, Department of Building and Zoning
respectfully request the granting of a No Fee Permit for the Central Stickney Sanitary District to re-roof Stickney Sanitary District buildings at 4960 South Long Avenue, Chicago, Illinois in Stickney Township.
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Permit #: |
021421 |
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Requested Waived Fee Amount 100%: |
$2,970.00 |
This request is pursuant to the County Board's adoption of Item No. 176427 on September 16, 1991 that all building and zoning permit fees be waived for public entities defined as county, township, municipality, municipal corporation, school district, forest preserve district, park district, fire protection district, sanitary district, library district and all other local governmental bodies.
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $2,970.00.
PRESIDENT'S APPOINTMENTS
ITEM #4
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President, Cook County Board of Commissioners
Pursuant to my authority vested in me by law, I hereby appoint Cook County Commissioner Elizabeth Ann Doody Gorman to serve on the Board of the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission, to fill a vacancy, for a term to begin immediately and expire on October 1, 2005.
I submit this communication for the advise and consent of the Cook County Board.
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ITEM #5
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President, Cook County Board of Commissioners
Pursuant to my authority vested in me by law, I hereby appoint Cook County Commissioner Joan Patricia Murphy to serve on the Board of the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission, to fill a vacancy, for a term to begin immediately and expire on October 1, 2005.
I submit this communication for the advise and consent of the Cook County Board.
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ITEM #6
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL
RELATIONS #256931
Transmitting a Communication from
JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President, Cook County Board of Commissioners
I hereby appoint Mr. Joseph G. Ford to the South Stickney Sanitary District to fill the vacancy left by the late Jerome Schroeder, for a term to begin immediately and expire on May 1, 2004.
I submit this communication for your approval.
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ITEM #7
RECEIVED AND FILED
Transmitting a Communication from
JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President, Cook County Board of Commissioners
I hereby appoint Mr. Gary A. Weintraub to the Cook County Employee Appeals Board, to fill the vacancy left by Mr. James Coli, for a term to begin immediately and expire on July 1, 2004.
I submit this communication for your information.
GRANT APPLICATION
ITEM #8
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 16, 2002 from
DENNIS MANZKE, Chief of the Administrative Services Bureau, State’s Attorney’s Office
requesting authorization to apply for a grant in accordance with Section 29 of the 2002 Cook County Budget Resolution from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) in the amount of $1,275,140.00. This grant will provide a fourth year of continued funding for the Complex Drug Prosecutions Initiative. This program funds the salaries of ten (10) assistant state’s attorney’s, seven (7) investigators, two (2) administrative assistants and three (3) support positions. The Complex Drug Prosecutions Initiative focuses on implementing strategies that have proven to be effective in combating drug enterprises and networks operating in the city and suburban Cook County.
This grant requires that the office match one dollar for every three dollars of federal funding. The match commitment for this program is a cash match that supports the salaries of one (1) assistant state’s attorney, one (1) investigator and two (2) support positions as well as all of the fringe benefits for all 22 grant funded positions.
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $614,208.00 (Required match - $425,047.00; and Over match - $189,161.00). Grant Award: $1,275,140.00. Funding period: January 8, 2003 through January 7, 2004. (250-818 Account).
GRANT RENEWAL APPLICATION
ITEM #9
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 16, 2002 from
JAMES M. O’ROURKE, Executive
Director, Judicial Advisory Council
requesting authorization to apply for federal block grant renewal funds made available through the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) in the amount of $1,063,738.00. Specifically, these funds will be used to continue the State’s Attorney’s youth diversion crime reduction program, known as Project Reclaim.
These funds will be utilized for the purpose of continuing to provide a wide range of services to 10 to 17 year old high risk youth. These services will continue to include, but not be limited to, intensive individual and family counseling, substance abuse counseling, drug testing and mentoring services. This program has operated for three years with excellent results. A detailed report on this program will be forwarded under separate cover.
This agreement requires an $118,193.00 cash match. Funds have been appropriated for this activity.
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $118,193.00. Grant Award: $1,063,738.00. Funding period: October 1, 2001 through September 30, 2003. (205-818 Account).
GRANT AWARD RENEWALS
ITEM #10
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 11, 2002 from
DENNIS MANZKE, Chief of the Administrative Services Bureau, State’s Attorney’s Office
requesting authorization to accept a grant renewal in the amount of $75,000.00 from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) for the Domestic Violence Resource Center, located in the Domestic Violence Division at 1340 South Michigan Avenue. This program funds one (1) Domestic Violence Resource Center coordinator and one (1) victim specialist. This grant requires that the office match one dollar for each three dollars of federal funding.
GRANT AWARD RENEWALS continued
ITEM #10 cont'd
This match commitment for this program is a cash match that supports a portion of the salary and fringe benefits of the grant funded staff, commodities such as the Domestic Violence Resource Center brochure, and reimbursement for training-related travel expenses incurred by grant funded staff.
The authorization to apply for this grant was given on November 19, 2002 by the Cook County Board of Commissioners.
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $25,000.00. Grant Award: $75,000.00. Funding period: January 1, 2003 through December 31, 2003. (250-818 Account).
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ITEM #11
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 13, 2002 from
DENNIS MANZKE, Chief of the Administrative Services Bureau, State’s Attorney’s Office
requesting authorization to accept a grant renewal in the amount of $48,140.00 from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) for the Prosecutor-Based Victim Assistance Services - Domestic Violence Court Program. This program funds two (2) domestic violence victim specialists who work in the Victim Witness Assistance Program.
This grant requires that the office match 25% of the grant award. This match commitment for this program is an in-kind match that supports the salary and fringe benefits of one of the domestic violence victim specialists.
The authorization to apply for this grant was given on August 1, 2002 by the Cook County Board of Commissioners.
Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Grant Award: $48,140.00. Funding period: December 2, 2002 through December 1, 2003. (250-818 Account).
COOPERATIVE
EDUCATIONAL MASTER AGREEMENT PROGRAM ADDENDA
ITEM #12
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 13, 2002 from
LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Stroger Hospital of Cook County
requesting authorization from the Cook County Board of
Commissioners to enter into Program Addenda to the Cooperative Educational
Master Agreement, Contract No. 96-43-713 as authorized by the Cook County Board
on March 6, 1996 with the University of
Illinois at Chicago Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, for Stroger Hospital of
Cook County.
The Program
Addenda will combine the academic and clinical resources of the University of Illinois at Chicago Hospital to
the educational and training experience of Stroger Hospital of Cook
County. Pursuant to the Program
Addenda the University of Illinois at
Chicago Medical Center will provide rotating residents to include:
Orthopaedic Surgery - up to seven
(7) University Residents (PGY I - V) per academic
year.
Otolaryngology - up to four (4)
University Residents (PGY III - VI) per academic
year.
Plastic Surgery - up to six (6)
University Residents (PGY VI - VII) per academic
year.
COOPERATIVE
EDUCATIONAL MASTER AGREEMENT PROGRAM ADDENDA continued
ITEM #12 cont'd
The term of each rotation shall be three to six months. The total full time equivalent (FTE) commitment during each year of this Addendum is up to 17.0 FTE.
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $1,701,504.00 (Year 1: $830,002.00 and Year 2: $871,502.00). Contract period: December 1, 2002 through November 30, 2004. (897-272 Account). Requisition No. 38970275.
COOK COUNTY STATE'S ATTORNEY
ITEM #13
REFERRED TO THE FINANCE LITIGATION SUBCOMMITTEE
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 16, 2002 from
PATRICK T. DRISCOLL, JR., Chief, Civil Actions Bureau
respectfully request permission to discuss the following cases with the Board or the appropriate committee thereof:
1. Mary Cobbs, Individually and as Administrator of the Estate of Roosevelt Cobbs, Sr., Deceased v. County of Cook, et al., Case No. 00-L-430
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2. Officemax a/s/o Travelers Insurance v. County, Case No. 00-L-10830
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PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
ITEM #14
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County
by
ERNESTO VELASCO, Executive Director, Department of Corrections
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of computer supplies.
Contract period: April 8, 2003 through April 7, 2004. (239-388 Account). Requisition No. 32390019.
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ITEM #15
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
CLARA BOLDEN COLLINS, Superintendent, Juvenile Temporary Detention Center
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of the following items:
REQ. NO. DESCRIPTION CONTRACT PERIOD
34400009 Seafood products April 9, 2003 through April 8, 2004
34400010 Ice cream products May 30, 2003 through May 29, 2004
(440-310 Account).
CONTRACTS
ITEM #16
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
DAVID ORR, County Clerk
by
GARY RYCYZYN, Director of Elections
requesting authorization for the Purchasing
Agent to enter into a contract with Technology Development Group, Inc. (TDG), Chicago, Illinois, to complete the implementation of
an in-house ballot layout system which includes filing, challenge management,
proofing, and the production of ballots.
Bringing these processes in-house and integrating them all into one
system will both dramatically lower the cost and the time needed to effect
ballot changes in future elections.
Moreover, TDG has begun to train the Clerk's
Office staff to maintain and support the new system.
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Reason: |
The Election Department of the County
Clerk's Office wants to continue the relationship with TDG
based on the success of the parallel test with the in-house ballot layout
system in the 2002 primary and general elections. The results of the parallel test met and
exceeded all system measurements, in a more timely and cost effective manner
than the old external method. The new
in-house ballot layout system will be used for the first time in February
2003. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $107,000.00. Contract period: January 1, 2003 through December 31, 2003. (524-289 Account). Requisition No. 35240023.
The Chief Information Officer has reviewed this item and concurs with this recommendation.
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ITEM #17
APPROVED AS AMENDED
Transmitting a Communication from
TERRY A. STECZO, Deputy Assessor for Administration & Taxpayer Services
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with JRM Consulting, Inc., Warrenville, Illinois, to design and develop commercial and industrial assessment applications for the Assessor’s Office Local Area Network.
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Reason: |
JRM Consulting, Inc. has an
integral understanding in designing and creating a computer assessed mass
appraisal system and integrating them with |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $25,300.00. One time purchase. (040-260 Account). Requisition No. 30400020.
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ITEM #18
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
JAMES M. O’ROURKE, Executive
Director, Judicial Advisory Council
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Ms. Nancy L. Smith, President of NLS, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, to assist the County in the management and administration of the Department of Justice grants and to oversee the administration of the five County funded crime prevention grants.
CONTRACTS continued
ITEM #18 cont'd
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Reason: |
Ms. Smith was a senior staff member of the U.S. Department of Justice for many years. Her relationships with the Department of Justice officials are invaluable as the Judicial Advisory Council continues to secure grant dollars for criminal justice programs for Cook County. Ms. Smith negotiates program requirements and financial regulations with federal staff responsible for program development to ensure compliance with federal program objectives and financial regulations. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $45,000.00. Contract period: January 1, 2003 through September 30, 2003. (205-249 Account). Requisition No. 32050009.
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ITEM #19
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County
by
JAMES E. MALINOWSKI, First Deputy Chief of Police, Sheriff’s Police Department
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Best Technology Systems, Inc., Plainfield, Illinois, for maintenance and decontamination services and full Type II recycling and removal of Sheriff’s shooting range lead contaminated materials.
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Best Technology Systems, Inc. is the only company that is licensed and certified by OSHA for the cleaning and decontamination of filters and bullet traps utilized at the shooting range. The company is licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Environmental Protection Agency to maintain, haul and dispose of hazardous waste materials. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $102,360.00. Contract period: February 17, 2003 through February 16, 2004. (211-186 Account). Requisition No. 32110016.
Purchasing Agent concurs.
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ITEM #20
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
EUGENE “GENE” MOORE, Recorder of Deeds
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with MSCI, Inc., Bloomington, Illinois, to develop microfilm, brown toning and storage of microfilm.
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Reason: |
MSCI, Inc. is the only known company that can supply storage of Kodak microfilm, along with developing, duplicating and brown toning of Kodak film while being processed for long-term film storage. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $185,000.00. Contract period: January 1, 2003 through December 31, 2003. (130-246 Account). Requisition No. 31300003.
Purchasing Agent concurs.
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CONTRACTS continued
ITEM #21
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
EUGENE “GENE” MOORE, Recorder of Deeds
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Proactive Technologies, Chicago, Illinois, to continue providing strategic project management for the Recorder of Deeds' Cashiering and Accounting project.
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Reason: |
Proactive Technologies currently serves as Lead Project Manager for the implementation of the Cook County Recorder of Deeds' Cashiering and Account/E-Recording, Internet System. The company has extensive knowledge of the County's Wide Area Network and has provided comprehensive on-site technical management assistance to the Office. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $105,000.00. Contract period: January 1, 2003 through June 30, 2003. (715/130-579 Account). Requisition No. 31300005.
Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.
The Chief Information Officer has reviewed this item and concurs with this recommendation.
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ITEM #22
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Stroger Hospital of Cook County
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Children’s Surgical Foundation, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, to provide consultant services.
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Reason: |
The Children’s Surgical Foundation, Inc. will provide consultant services at the Hospital or Bureau clinics including operative services, outpatient services, outpatient consultations, outpatient follow-up care, on-call and weekend coverage, teaching and supervisory activities for pediatric residents and administrative services. Consultant services to include more specifically:
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The department was not able to process the requisition on time due to a delay in finalizing the terms of the contract.
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $360,000.00. ($180,000.00 per year). Contract period: September 1, 2002 through August 31, 2004. (897-272 Account). Requisition No. 38970277.
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CONTRACTS continued
ITEM #23
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Stroger Hospital of Cook County
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Compass Medical Technologies, Inc., d/b/a Medoc Advanced Medical Systems, U.S., Minneapolis, Minnesota, for the purchase of a thermal sensory analyzer (TSA) II neurosensory analyzer for the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Management.
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Reason: |
Medoc Advanced Medical Systems, U.S. is the only known manufacturer and distributor of the FDA approved TSA II neurosensory analyzer that evaluates both cold-pain delta and heat-pain/C-fiber sensory nerve fibers for early detection and progression of functional neurological deficit in patients with low back pain, diabetic neuropathy, nerve root compression and to evaluate the effectiveness of different treatment modalities. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $18,700.00. One time purchase. (717/897-540 Account). Requisition No. 38974010.
Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.
Purchasing Agent concurs.
CONTRACT ADDENDA
ITEM #24
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
CHRISTOPHER J. MORRIS, Executive Director, Office of the Medical Examiner
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to extend for one (1) month, Contract No. 01-54-1134 with Moises Contracting, Chicago, Illinois, for snow plowing and salt services.
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Reason: |
This request is necessary to allow sufficient time for the implementation, evaluation and award of the new contract for which bids are scheduled to be opened on January 7, 2003. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Contract extension: January 3, 2003 through February 2, 2003.
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ITEM #25
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
JOHN L. HIBBETT, Director, Department of Risk Management
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $1,000,000.00, Contract No. 01-41-395 with USI Insurance Services Corporation of Illinois, d/b/a USI Midwest, Chicago, Illinois, for the purchase of excess liability insurance.
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Board approved amount 12-19-00: |
$16,725,000.00 |
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Increase requested: |
1,000,000.00 |
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Adjusted amount: |
$17,725,000.00 |
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Reason: |
Increase is needed because premiums were originally projected as flat renewals. Market conditions have resulted in increased premiums. This is the third year of the three-year contract. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $1,000,000.00. (542-846 Account).
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CONTRACT ADDENDA continued
ITEM #26
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
JOHN L. HIBBETT, Director, Department of Risk Management
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $95,420.00, Contract No. 98-45-1231 with Deloitte & Touche, LLP, Chicago, Illinois, for consulting services for the labor negotiations process and to continue to provide services focused on coordinating vendor data, projecting future costs and analyzing emerging cost utilization and trends.
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Board approved amount 06-05-01 |
$ 275,000.00 |
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Increase requested: |
95,420.00 |
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Adjusted amount: |
$ 370,420.00 |
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Reason: |
Increase is due to unexpected costs related to the labor negotiations process. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $95,420.00. (490-260 Account).
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ITEM #27
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to extend for two (2) months, Contract No. 00-82-177 Rebid with Medquist Transcriptions, Inc., Beachwood, Ohio, for transcriptions services.
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Reason: |
This request is necessary to allow sufficient time for the implementation of the new contract. (See related Bid Report, Section 1, Page 4). |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Contract extension: January 1, 2003 through February 28, 2003.
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ITEM #28
APPROVED
COMMISSIONER SUFFREDIN VOTED PRESENT
Transmitting a Communication from
RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $471,300.00, Contract No. 98-73-1088 with Quest Diagnostics, Inc., Wood Dale, Illinois, for reference laboratory testing services for in-patient care for Stroger Hospital of Cook County, Department of Pathology Laboratories.
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Board approved amount 01-07-99: |
$ 869,365.70 |
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Previous increase approved 07-11-00: |
288,000.00 |
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Previous increase approved 08-09-01: |
322,500.00 |
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This increase requested: |
471,300.00 |
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Adjusted amount: |
$ 1,951,165.70 |
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Reason: |
This request is necessary due to an unanticipated increase in test volume. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $471,300.00. (897-278 Account).
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CONTRACT ADDENDA continued
ITEM #29
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 19, 2002 from
RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $46,612.00 and extend for three (3) months the following contracts for substance abuse assessment and referral services for the Bureau of Health Services patients at Stroger Hospital of Cook County and Provident Hospital of Cook County:
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CONTRACT NO. |
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02-41-1156 |
Caritas, Oak Brook, Illinois |
$202,741.00 |
$ 23,306.00 |
$226,047.00 |
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02-42-1186 |
The Women’s Treatment Center, Oak Brook, Illinois |
90,476.00 |
23,306.00 |
113,782.00 |
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$293,217.00 |
$46,612.00 |
$339,829.00 |
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Reason: |
These projects, a collaboration between Caritas, The Women’s Treatment Center and the Bureau of Health Services, were funded through a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration/Center for Substance Abuse Treatment for the expansion of substance abuse treatment capacity in targeted areas of need. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Grant funded amount: $46,612.00. Contract extension: October 1, 2002 through December 31, 2002. (904-269 Account).
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ITEM #30
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Stroger Hospital of Cook County
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $40,000.00 and extend for two (2) months, Contract No. 98-73-108 Rebid with Ravenswood Medical Resources Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, for the purchase of reagents and supplies with vendor provided chemistry analyzers, for the Department of Pathology Laboratories, Division of Biochemistry.
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Board approved amount 06-02-98: |
$ 1,127,125.30 |
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Previous increased approved 08-09-01: |
200,000.00 |
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Previous increased approved 09-05-02: |
45,000.00 |
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This increase requested: |
40,000.00 |
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Adjusted amount: |
$1,412,125.30 |
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Reason: |
This request will allow continued patient chemistry
testing during the transition to the new Stroger Hospital of Cook County. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact:
$40,000.00. Contract
extension: December 1, 2002 through
January 31, 2003. (897-365 Account).
CONTRACT RENEWALS
ITEM #31
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
LOUIS G. APOSTOL, Public Administrator
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to renew Contract No. 98-42-1200 with Computrust Software Corporation (formerly Pacific Western Information Systems), Morgan Hill, California, for software maintenance and usage fee.
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Reason: |
Computrust Software Corporation has provided the County with software since 1989. This software is specifically designed to handle detailed estate accounting. It provides accounting and case management capabilities and has the capacity to hold extremely detailed information about the status of each estate. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $15,840.00. Contract period: December 1, 2002 through November 30, 2003.
(390-441 Account). Requisition No. 33900001.
The Chief Information Officer has reviewed this item and concurs with this recommendation.
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ITEM #32
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
EUGENE “GENE” MOORE, Recorder of Deeds
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to renew Contract No. 02-45-405 with Suburban Surveying Services, Ltd., Mokena, Illinois, for consulting services.
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Reason: |
Suburban Surveying Services, Ltd. will work closely with
members of the staff to assist in the review of documents that contain
complex legal descriptions for the Mapping Department, Real Estate Indexing
Department and Document Maintenance Department. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact:
$18,000.00. Contract period: January 1, 2003 through December 31,
2003. (527-260 Account). Requisition No. 35273004.
APPROVAL OF PAYMENT
ITEM #33
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County
by
JAMES E. MALINOWSKI, First Deputy Chief of Police, Sheriff’s Police Department
requesting approval of payment in the amount of $13,788.26 to Lynx’s Chicago Cargoport, L.L.C., Austin, Texas. This payment represents a balance due for pass through charges (utilities) for the year 2001.
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $13,788.26. (231-441 Account).
EMERGENCY
REQUEST FOR CARDIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST STAFFING SERVICES
ITEM #34
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Stroger Hospital of Cook County
requesting cardiology technologist staffing services from Smith Thomas Williams, Inc., Homewood, Illinois, on an emergency basis for the Department of Medicine, Division of Adult Cardiology.
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Reason: |
The hospital solicited and obtained three (3) Request for Proposals (RFPs). Smith Thomas Williams, Inc. was the lowest proposal meeting the requirements until the vacant positions are filled due to the early retirement incentive program. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $620,152.00. One time purchase. (897-260 Account). Requisition No. 38970279.
EMERGENCY REQUEST FOR PHARMACY STAFFING
SERVICES
ITEM #35
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Stroger Hospital of Cook County
requesting pharmacy staffing services from Coverage, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, on an emergency basis for the Department of Pharmacy.
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Reason: |
The hospital solicited and obtained three (3) Request for Proposals (RFPs). Coverage, Inc. was the lowest proposal meeting the requirements until the vacant positions are filled due to the early retirement incentive program. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $223,200.00. One time purchase. (897-260 Account). Requisition No. 38970316.
REAL ESTATE MATTERS
ITEM #36
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 16, 2002 from
JOHN W. DAVIS, Director, Real Estate Management Division
requesting approval of the first amendment to lease covering the space at 2515 Veterans Drive, Posen, Illinois, for the use of Commissioner Deborah Sims, 5th District field office. The legal and budgetary requirements are met in accordance with the Cook County Board ordinances, relating to district offices. Details are:
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Landlord: |
American National Bank & Trust Company of Chicago as Trustee U/T #76244-06, dated 11/9/1971 and Sheldon Simborg |
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Tenant: |
County of Cook for the use of Commissioner Deborah Sims |
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Term: |
12/01/02 to 11/30/06 |
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Cancellation: |
30 days, written notice either party |
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Location: |
2515 Veterans Drive, Posen, Illinois 60469 |
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Space occupied: |
2,800 square feet |
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Rate per square foot: |
$6.26 |
REAL ESTATE MATTERS continued
ITEM #36 cont'd
RENT:
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Monthly: |
$ 1,460.00 |
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Annual: |
17,520.00 |
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Monthly utility allowance: |
300.00 |
Landlord's utility allowance shall not exceed $3,600.00 per year.
Approval recommended.
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ITEM #37
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 16, 2002 from
JOHN W. DAVIS, Director, Real Estate Management Division
requesting approval of the first amendment to lease covering the space at 3333 West Arthington, Suite 140, Chicago, Illinois, for the use of Commissioner Bobbie L. Steele, 2nd District field office. The legal and budgetary requirements are met in accordance with the Cook County Board ordinances, relating to district offices. Details are:
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Landlord: |
PNL Homan Square, L.L.C. |
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Tenant: |
County of Cook for the use of Commissioner Bobbie L. Steele |
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Term: |
12/01/02 to 11/30/06 |
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Cancellation: |
30 days, written notice either party |
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Location: |
3333 West Arthington, Suite 140, Chicago, Illinois 60624 |
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Space occupied: |
1,918 square feet |
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Rate per square Foot |
$9.42 |
RENT:
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Monthly: |
$ 1,505.00 |
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Annual: |
18,060.00 |
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Monthly utility allowance: |
195.00 |
Landlord's utility allowance shall not exceed $3,600.00 per year.
Approval recommended.
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ITEM #38
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 16, 2002 from
JOHN W. DAVIS, Director, Real Estate Management Division
requesting approval of the first amendment to sublease covering the space at 3801 West Lake Avenue, Office #103, Glenview, Illinois, for the use of Commissioner Gregg Goslin, 14th District field office #1. The legal and budgetary requirements are met in accordance with the Cook County Board ordinances, relating to district offices. Details are:
REAL ESTATE MATTERS continued
ITEM #38 cont'd
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Landlord: |
Township of Northfield |
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Tenant: |
County of Cook for the use of Commissioner Gregg Goslin |
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Term: |
12/01/02 to 11/30/06 |
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Cancellation: |
30 days, written notice either party |
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Location: |
3801 West Lake Avenue, Office #103, Glenview, Illinois 60025 |
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Space occupied: |
117 square feet |
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Rate per square foot: |
$30.77 |
Flat monthly rate, utilities included.
RENT:
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Monthly: |
$ 300.00 |
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Annual: |
3,600.00 |
Approval recommended.
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ITEM #39
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 16, 2002 from
JOHN W. DAVIS, Director, Real Estate Management Division
requesting approval of the second amendment to lease covering the space at 800 East Northwest Highway, Suite 207, Mount Prospect, Illinois, for the use of Commissioner Carl R. Hansen, 15th District field office. The legal and budgetary requirements are met in accordance with the Cook County Board ordinances, relating to district offices. Details are:
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Landlord: |
Atrium Realty III, L.L.C. with Berkson & Sons, Ltd. as Managing Agent |
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Tenant: |
County of Cook for the use of Commissioner Carl R. Hansen |
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Term: |
12/01/02 to 11/30/06 |
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Cancellation: |
30 days, written notice either party |
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Location: |
800 East Northwest Highway, Suite 207, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 |
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Space occupied: |
1,300 square feet |
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Rate per square foot |
$12.60 |
RENT:
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Monthly: |
$ 1,365.00 |
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Annual: |
16,380.00 |
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Monthly utility allowance: |
300.00 |
Landlord's utility allowance shall not exceed $3,600.00 per year.
Approval recommended.
BID OPENING - COMMISSIONER PERAICA
ITEM #40
REFERRED TO RESPECTIVE DEPARTMENTS FOR REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION
Submitting for your consideration, bids which were opened under his supervision on Thursday, December 19, 2002 at 10:00 A.M., in the County Building, Chicago, Illinois.
COUNTY PURCHASING AGENT
ITEM #41
APPROVED
COMMISSIONER HANSEN VOTED "NO" ON CONTRACT NO. 02-72-1137
WITH PROGRESSIVE INDUSTRIES, INC.
Transmitting contracts and bonds executed by the contractors for approval and execution as requested by the Purchasing Agent.
HIGHWAY
DEPARTMENT MATTERS
PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
ITEM #42
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, December 5, 2002 from
WALLY S. KOS, P.E., Superintendent of Highways
The following projects are
presented to your Honorable Body for adoption and authorization for advertising
for bids after all appropriate approvals of the plans, specifications,
proposals and the estimates have been obtained for receipt of Contractor’s
bids:
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LOCATION |
TYPE |
SECTION NUMBER |
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Sauk Trail, Central Park Avenue to Western Avenue (Village of Park Forest) |
Bituminous reconstruction |
01-C1130-04-FP |
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Bode Road, Barrington Road to Springinsguth Road (Harmon Boulevard) (Villages of Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates) |
Bituminous reconstruction |
98-A6307-02-FP |
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Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg Road to Bode Road (Harmon Boulevard) (Village of Schaumburg) |
Bituminous reconstruction |
98-V5539-02-FP |
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Main Street, Sauk Trail to 216th Street (Villages of Richton Park, Park Forest and Matteson) |
Bituminous reconstruction |
98-W4502-02-FP |
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Cottage Grove Road, Steger Road to Lincoln Highway (Villages of Sauk Village and Ford Heights) |
Concrete repairs and bituminous surfacing |
02-W5901-03-RS |
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Brinker Road, Algonquin Road to Lake-Cook Road (Village of Barrington Hills) |
Bituminous resurfacing |
02-V4845-02-FP |
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Lake-Cook Road, Waukegan Road to Winona Avenue (City of Highland Park and the Villages of Deerfield and Northbrook) |
Concrete repairs |
02-A5021-06-RP |
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151st Street, Oak Park Avenue to Central Avenue (City of Oak Forest) |
Bituminous resurfacing |
02-B5625-01-RS |
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State Street, 119th Street to 115th Street (City of Chicago) |
Bituminous resurfacing |
02-W5515-04-RS |
HIGHWAY
DEPARTMENT MATTERS continued
PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE continued
ITEM #42 cont'd
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Martin Luther King Drive, 115th Street to 103rd Street (City of Chicago) |
Bituminous resurfacing |
02-W5515-05-RS |
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Vollmer Road at Flossmoor Road drainage ditch (east of Harlem Avenue) (unincorporated Rich Township) |
Culvert replacement |
93-B6625-02-DR |
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Kedzie Avenue over the Baltimore and Ohio Chicago Terminal Railroad and Wireton Road (City of Blue Island) |
Bridge repairs |
02-05313-04-BR |
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170th (167th) Street over Thorn Creek (Village of South Holland) |
Bridge repairs |
02-B5936-05-BR |
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Ela Road at Palatine Road (Village of Inverness) |
Intersection, channelization and traffic signal relocation |
02-V5744-03-CH |
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170th (167th) Street at Paxton Avenue (Village of South Holland) |
Traffic signal installation |
02-B5936-04-TL |
I respectfully request that your Honorable Body concur in this recommendation.
CONTRACT ADDENDUM
ITEM #43
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication from
WALLY S. KOS, P.E., Superintendent
of Highways
requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $5,000.00 and extend for three (3) months, Contract No. 02-51-190 with Waste Management of Illinois, Inc., d/b/a Waste Management Metro, Chicago, Illinois, for scavenger services for all five (5) maintenance facilities.
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Board approved amount 01-08-02: |
$ 68,450.00 |
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Increase requested: |
5,000.00 |
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Adjusted amount: |
$ 73,450.00 |
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Reason: |
This request is to allow sufficient time for the evaluation, award and implementation of a new contract. |
Estimated Fiscal Impact: $5,000.00. Contract extension: January 9, 2003 through April 8, 2003. (500-215 Account).
AGREEMENT
ITEM #44
APPROVED AS AMENDED
Submitting for your approval ONE (1) AGREEMENT/RESOLUTION:
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1. |
Membership Agreement with JULIE, INC. (Joint Utility Location Information for Excavators) Various Locations in Cook County Corporate Fund
Number: ( Fiscal Impact: $4,000.00 |
HIGHWAY
DEPARTMENT MATTERS continued
AGREEMENT continued
ITEM #44 cont'd
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Membership Agreement with JULIE, INC. (Joint Utility Location Information for Excavators), an Illinois not-for-profit corporation, wherein the County accepts and agrees to the membership terms and conditions described in the Agreement and in the Illinois State Statute 220 ILCS 50/11.5. As a member, the County shall be responsible for locating and marking its underground facilities, including traffic signal conduit, storm sewers and other underground highway appurtenances, pursuant to telecommunication notification by JULIE, INC. The administrative costs to the Highway Department for this work are estimated to be $4,000.00 annually. |
CONTRACTS AND BONDS
ITEM #45
APPROVED
Submitting Contracts and Bonds properly executed by the Contractors.
CHANGE IN PLANS AND EXTRA WORK
ITEM #46
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ROADS AND BRIDGES
Submitting four (4) change in plans and extra work:
1. Section: 00-W1644-01-RS. Group 4-2001: Schoenbeck Road, Camp McDonald Road to Dundee Road; Techny Road at Sanders Road in the Villages of Arlington Heights and Wheeling and the City of Prospect Heights. Final adjustment of quantities. $401,930.88 (Deduction).
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2. Section: 00-W4818-02-RS. Ashland Avenue, 95th Street to 77th Street in the City of Chicago. Adjustment of quantities and new items. $199,092.14 (Deduction).
#256935
3. Section: 99-W2516-03-BR. 104th Avenue at 107th Street; 104th Avenue over Cal-Sag Channel in unincorporated Cook County. Adjustment of quantities and new items. $135,925.03 (Addition).
#256936
4. Section: 01-B1113-06-RP. Group 2-2002: Arlington Heights Road, Devon Avenue to Cosman Road; Devon Avenue, Rohlwing Road to Park Boulevard; Arlington Heights Road at Salt Creek in the Villages of Elk Grove and Itasca. Adjustment of quantities and new items. $789,755.16 (Addition).
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ORDINANCE
ITEM #47
APPROVED
Transmitting a Communication, dated January 3, 2003 from
THOMAS J. GLASER, Chief Financial Officer, Bureau of Finance
Re: Master Loan Agreement
I am hereby requesting approval to enter into a Master Loan Agreement between the County of Cook, Illinois and the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (“District”) to assist the District in its capital improvement program. The previous Agreement terminated on December 31, 2002. As in the past, the County would use available cash to loan the District up to $15,696,000.00, exclusive of any loans previously undertaken. This Agreement will expire December 1, 2008.
Submitting an Ordinance sponsored by
JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President, Cook County Board of Commissioners
Co-Sponsored by
EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY and LARRY SUFFREDIN, County Commissioners
ORDINANCE
An Ordinance Amending a Loan
Agreement by and between the County of Cook, Illinois, and the Forest Preserve
District of Cook County
WHEREAS, Section 6(a) of Article VII of the 1970 Constitution of the State of Illinois provides that “a County which has a Chief Executive Officer elected by the electors of the County ... (is) a Home Rule Unit” and The County of Cook, Illinois (the “County”), has a Chief Executive Officer elected by the electors of the County and is therefore a Home Rule Unit and may, under the power granted by said Section 6(a) of Article VII of the Constitution of 1970 (the “Act”), exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the County (the “Corporate Authorities”) have previously made and do now affirm the determination that it is desirable and in the public interest of the County that the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois (the “District”), construct, acquire, equip, repair and renovate buildings or other improvements to land of the District and that the District acquire equipment for the District, from time to time and as provided for in the annual appropriation ordinances of the District (collectively, the “Projects”); and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the District has heretofore advised the County that the aggregate costs of the Projects, including but not limited to legal, financial, engineering, architectural and related professional services, and such appurtenances as shall be necessary, are in excess of funds of the District lawfully available and on hand and anticipated to be on hand from time to time; and
WHEREAS, the County and the District have heretofore entered into that certain Master Loan Agreement dated as of December 16, 1997 (the “Master Loan Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Master Loan Agreement the County has loaned to the District money from time to time for the purpose of enabling the District to pay the costs of the Projects (the “Loans”); and
WHEREAS, the aggregate amount of the Loans to and including the date hereof is not in excess of $7,848,000.00 as authorized by and originally contemplated in the Master Loan Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Master Loan Agreement by its terms terminates on the 31st day of December, 2002; and
WHEREAS, the Corporate Authorities have heretofore, and it hereby is, determined that it is desirable and necessary that the County provide additional Loans to the Districts for the Projects; and
ORDINANCE continued
ITEM #47 cont'd
WHEREAS, in evidence of such additional Loans, it is necessary to amend the Master Loan Agreement as hereinafter authorized, provided that at any given time the aggregate principal amount of the Loans outstanding shall not exceed the aggregate amount of $15,696,000.00, which amount is inclusive of and not in addition to all Loans previously made by the County to the District; and
WHEREAS, the Loans shall be made from cash of the County on hand and legally available therefore; and
WHEREAS, the Projects will constitute projects for which appropriations have been or will be made as part of the District’s annual budget; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 21.1 of the Cook County Forest Preserve District Act, as amended, the District is authorized to enter into loan agreements with the County for the Projects; and
WHEREAS, the District is subject to the provisions of the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law, as amended, and is authorized to issue its “limited bonds” payable from its “debt service extension base” as therein and in the Local Government Debt Reform Act, as amended; and
WHEREAS, the Loans will be made pursuant to the Master Loan Agreement, as amended and restated (being the “Amended and Restated Master Loan Agreement”), and will be evidenced thereunder by the issuance to the County by the District of one or more series of its limited bonds; and
WHEREAS, the Corporate Authorities hereby expressly determine that it is desirable and necessary and in the best interests of the District and the citizens of the County that the Master Loan Agreement be amended and restated as hereinafter provided.
Now, Therefore, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of Commissioners of The County of Cook, Illinois, in the exercise of its home rule powers, as follows:
Section 1. Incorporation of Preambles. The Corporate Authorities hereby find that the recitals contained in the preambles to this Ordinance are true, correct and complete and do incorporate them into this Ordinance by this reference.
Section 2. Determination To Make Loans. It is necessary and in the best interests of the citizens of the County to provide for the Projects and to make one or more Loans from time to time for such purposes. It is hereby found and determined that the making of one or more Loans from time to time as herein and as heretofore authorized is for a proper public purpose or purposes and is in the public interest, and is authorized pursuant to the Act; and these findings and determinations shall be deemed conclusive.
Section 3. Master Loan Agreement Amended and Restated. The Master Loan Agreement be, and it hereby is, amended and restated (being the “Amended and Restated Master Loan Agreement”) (a) to provide that the aggregate principal amount of Loans made thereunder shall not exceed $15,696,000.00 over the term of the Amended and Restated Master Loan Agreement, which amount is inclusive of, and not in addition, to the sum of $7,848,000.00 heretofore authorized thereunder and (b) to provide that the termination date of the Amended and Restated Master Loan Agreement shall be December 1, 2008. The Amended and Restated Master Loan Agreement shall be submitted hereto as Exhibit A and be incorporated herein by this reference. The officers of the County shown as signatory thereto are hereby expressly authorized and directed to execute the Amended and Restated Master Loan Agreement in substantially the form so submitted with such insertions or revisions as they shall reasonably deem necessary, their execution thereof to constitute ratification of the same without further official action of the Corporate Authorities.
Section 4. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance is held to be invalid or unenforceable, that invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect other provisions which can be given effect without the invalid or unenforceable provision.
Section 5. Superseder and Effective Date. All ordinances, resolutions and orders, or parts thereof, in conflict herewith, including, specifically, that certain “Ordinance authorizing the execution of a Loan Agreement by and between The County of Cook, Illinois, and the Forest Preserve District of Cook County,” adopted by the Corporate Authorities on December 2, 1997, are to the extent of such conflict hereby superseded; and this Ordinance shall be operative, effective and valid upon its passage by the Corporate Authorities and its approval by the President, all in compliance with the powers conferred in Sections 6(a) and 6(d) of Article VII of the 1970 Constitution of the State of Illinois.
RESOLUTIONS
ITEM #48
APPROVED
Submitting a Resolution sponsored by
JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President, Cook County Board of Commissioners
Co-Sponsored by
JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE and LARRY SUFFREDIN, County Commissioners
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, on Monday, January 6, 2003 the members, friends and honored guests of the American Bar Association came together for “A New Beginning,” a special reception in honor of Dennis W. Archer, the first person of color to be elected President of that esteemed organization; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Archer has the distinction of serving two four-year terms as mayor of the city of Detroit, in addition to serving as president of the National League of Cities; and
WHEREAS, a talented and highly-respected attorney, Mr. Archer was elected chairman of Dickinson Wright PLLC, a major Detroit-based law firm that also has offices in Michigan and Washington, D.C.; and
WHEREAS, heavily involved in a wide range of impressive civic endeavors, Mr. Archer sits on the corporate boards of Johnson Controls, Inc., Compuware Corporation, North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company and Covisiant; and
WHEREAS, in 1985, Mr. Archer was appointed Associate Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court; he went on to be elected to an eight-year term the following year; moreover, in his final year on the bench, Mr. Archer was named most respected judge in Michigan by Michigan Lawyers Weekly; and
WHEREAS, having elected Mr. Archer as their president, the members of the American Bar Association have selected a competent, compassionate and forward-thinking leader who is more than ready to accept any challenge that may arise as he assumes the helm of this distinguished organization.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five millions residents of Cook County, does hereby applaud the myriad achievements of the Honorable Dennis Archer and congratulate him on having been elected president of the American Bar Association; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to Mr. Dennis Archer in honor of this prestigious achievement.
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ITEM #49
APPROVED
Submitting a Resolution sponsored by
BOBBIE L. STEELE and PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR., County Commissioners
Co-Sponsored by
JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, ROBERTO MALDONADO,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS and LARRY SUFFREDIN,
County Commissioners
RESOLUTIONS continued
ITEM #49 cont'd
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners
passed a resolution establishing Court Filing Fees to be charged and collected
by the Clerk of the Circuit Court on November 7, 2002 Communication No. 255297
as provided by Public Act 92-0521, and set forth in 705 ICLS
105/27.2a; and
WHEREAS,
the Cook County Board of Commissioners has established pursuant to the
aforementioned Resolution the fee for an expungement
petition at $120.00 and the fee for an certified copy at $8.00; and
WHEREAS,
the Cook County Board of Commissioners has determined that the existing
increased fee to be charged for expungement petitions
presents a hardship to the necessary parties and citizens of Cook County
requiring this service to clear their respective court records in accordance
with Illinois law; and
WHEREAS,
the Cook County Board of Commissioners hereby determines that by reducing the
fee for expungement petitions to the minimum amount
set by law, citizens of Cook County will be benefited by improving their
ability to seek employment opportunities; and
WHEREAS,
the revenue derived from the current fee for the expungement
petition is a small portion to the total revenue collected in association with
the operation of the judicial system.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
THAT:
Section 1.
Section (U) Expungement Petition. Shall be amended as follows:
(U) Expungement Petition. The clerk shall be entitled to
receive a fee of $120 $60 for each expungement
petition filed and an additional fee of $8 $4 for each certified
copy of an order to expunge arrest records.
Section 2. This amendatory resolution shall take effect and
be in force effective February 1, 2003.
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ITEM #50
APPROVED
COMMISSIONER HANSEN VOTED PRESENT
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 19, 2002 from
MARK KILGALLON, Chief, Bureau of Human Resources
Transmitting herewith are a number of collective bargaining agreements for your consideration and approval at the January 9, 2003 Board Meeting.
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Collective Bargaining Agreements for the period of December 1, 2001 through November 30, 2004 have been negotiated between the County of Cook and the following Collective Bargaining Groups:
1. Chicago Typographical Union, Local 16 (Central Services Printshop)
2. International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 (Representing technical positions in the Highway Department and elsewhere)
3. AFSCME, Council 31, Local 1767 (Juvenile Temporary Detention Center)
4. AFSCME, Council 31, Local 3315 (Assistant Public Defenders)
5. AFSCME, Council 31, Local 3696 (Clerical, Public Defender)
6. AFSCME, Council 31, Local 1111, 1178, 1276 (Health Facilities)
and
RESOLUTIONS continued
ITEM #50 cont'd
WHEREAS, salaries and wages for this agreement have previously been approved by the Board of Commissioners.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this union agreement be approved by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.
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ITEM #51
APPROVED
COMMISSIONER HANSEN VOTED PRESENT
Transmitting a Communication, dated December 19, 2002 from
MARK KILGALLON, Chief, Bureau of Human Resources
Transmitting herewith are a number of collective bargaining agreements concerning Offices under the Sheriff for your consideration and approval at the January 9, 2003 Board Meeting.
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Collective Bargaining Agreements for the period of December 1, 2001 through November 30, 2004 have been negotiated between the County of Cook/Office of the Sheriff (as joint Employers), and the following Collective Bargaining Groups:
1. Chicago Typographical Union, Local 16 (Jail Printshop)
2. AFSCME, Council 31, Local 3692 (Correctional Sergeants)
3. AFSCME, Council 31, Local 3958 (Police Sergeants)
and
WHEREAS, salaries and wages for this agreement have previously been approved by the Board of Commissioners.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this union agreement be approved by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County.
CONSENT CALENDAR
ITEM #52
APPROVED
Pursuant to Rule 4-33, the Secretary to the Board of Commissioners hereby transmits Resolutions for your consideration. The Consent Calendar Resolutions shall be published in the Post Board Action Agenda and Journal of Proceedings as prepared by the Clerk of the Board.
There are 7 Consent Calendar items for
January 9, 2003
CC ITEM #1
Submitting a Resolution sponsored by
DEBORAH SIMS, County Commissioner
Co-Sponsored by
JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL,
EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO,
JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI,
BOBBIE L. STEELE and LARRY SUFFREDIN, County Commissioners
CONSENT CALENDAR continued
ITEM #52 cont'd
CC ITEM #1 cont'd
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom called
from our midst Minister Samuel O’Leary Woodson born into time October 29, 1933,
born into eternity December 13, 2002; and
WHEREAS, Minister Samuel O’Leary Woodson was the
youngest of eight children born to the late Sam and Curry Woodson; and
WHEREAS, Minister Samuel O’Leary Woodson met and
married Reverend Marlene Greene, and together they raised three wonderful sons,
Seneca, Larnell and Darnell; and
WHEREAS, Minister Samuel O’Leary Woodson spent more
than 25 professional years in the field of alcoholism/substance abuse social
work. With a B.A. Degree from Governors
State University in Alcoholism Science and a Master’s Degree in Health Science,
Minister Woodson became an experienced clinician, manager and administrator;
and
WHEREAS, Minister Samuel O’Leary Woodson became a
seasoned program developer, researcher, grant proposal writer, lecturer, and
staff/Management trainer. Working with
the Woodlawn Organization, Minister Woodson was the Founder/Director of the
First Social Setting, an alcohol detoxification center; and
WHEREAS, Minister Samuel O’Leary Woodson from 1985
to 1988, became the founder and Executive Director of the South Shore Community
Health Center. He served as an Adjunct
Professor at Governors State University for three years after which he became
the Program Director of the New Day Rehabilitation Center with the Tri-City
Mental Health Center of East Chicago, Indiana; and
WHEREAS, Minister Samuel O’Leary Woodson helped
develop his beloved wife’s (Reverend Marlene Woodson) vision of transitional
facility for homeless women and children.
The organization, Christian Vision Center, Inc. Ministries has provided
assistance to thousands of women and children over the years.
NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board
of Commissioners of Cook County that the Board does hereby express its deepest
sorrow and extends its most heartfelt sympathy to the loved ones and many
friends of Minister Samuel O’Leary Woodson; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that this text be
spread in everlasting thoughts upon the official proceedings of this Honorable
Body, and a suitable copy of same be provided to the family of Minister Samuel
O’Leary Woodson, that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.
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CC ITEM #2
Submitting a Resolution sponsored by
JOHN P. DALEY and PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR., County Commissioners
Co-Sponsored by
JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE and LARRY SUFFREDIN, County Commissioners
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called Austin J. O’Malley from our midst, and
WHEREAS Austin J. O’Malley was the devoted father of Mark, Michael, John (Cindy) and Patrick, and
WHEREAS Austin J. O’Malley was the dearly beloved husband of the late Rosetta Rich O’Malley, and
WHEREAS Austin J. O’Malley was the loving grandfather of Jonathan and Mark, and
WHEREAS Austin J. O’Malley was the dear brother of the late Kathleen and the late Mary Jane, and
WHEREAS Austin J. O’Malley was the fond uncle of many nieces and nephews, and
CONSENT CALENDAR continued
ITEM #52 cont'd
CC ITEM #2 cont'd
WHEREAS Austin J. O’Malley proudly answered the call of his country and defended the cause of freedom during World War II, and
WHEREAS all who knew him will attest that Austin J. O’Malley was a kind and compassionate man, virtuous of character and gentle in spirit, admired and respected by his many friends and neighbors, and dearly loved by his family, now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County that the Board does hereby offer its deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to the family and many friends of Austin J. O’Malley, and joins them in sorrow at this time of loss, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and a suitable copy of same be tendered to the family of Austin J. O’Malley, that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.
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CC ITEM #3
Submitting a Resolution sponsored by
JOHN P. DALEY and PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR., County Commissioners
Co-Sponsored by
JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE and LARRY SUFFREDIN, County Commissioners
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called Robert E. Kenny, Jr. from our midst, and
WHEREAS Robert E. Kenny, Jr. was the dearly beloved husband of 48 years to Mary Ward Kenny, and
WHEREAS Robert E. Kenny, Jr. was the devoted father of Robert E. (Kathleen) Kenny III, Karen Kenny, Colleen (Mark) McNicholas, Eileen (John) Mullen, Michael (Mary Beth) Kenny, Brian Kenny, William (fiancée Beth McCormick) Kenny, James (Dianne) Kenny, Sean (Jennifer) Kenny and Maureen (Ted) Pasquinelli, and
WHEREAS Robert E. Kenny, Jr. was the loving grandfather of Michaela, Mary Kate and Maureen Kenny, Brianne, Bridget, Caitlin and Maggie McNicholas, Aileen, Megan and Michael Kenny, Brian and Vincent Kenny, Kevin, Andrew and Ryan Kenny, Sean Kenny and Kathryn Pasquinelli, and
WHEREAS Robert E. Kenny, Jr. was the devoted son of Lauretta and the late Robert Kenny, and
WHEREAS Robert E. Kenny, Jr. was the dear brother of Joan (Lawrence) O'Connell, Raymond (Barbara) Kenny, Connie (James) Sullivan, the late Ronald (Helen) Kenny and the late Roger (Peggy) Kenny, and the fond brother-in-law of the Honorable William F. (Judy) Ward, and
WHEREAS Robert E. Kenny, Jr. was a graduate of Leo High School, Loyola University, and earned a law degree from DePaul University Law School, and
WHEREAS Robert E. Kenny, Jr. previously served as a Cook County Assistant State's Attorney before beginning his long and successful practice of law in the private sector in 1965, and
WHEREAS Robert E. Kenny, Jr. was active in his parish, St. Gerald Church of Oak Lawn, and his community, as a 38-year member of the South Suburban Sierra Club, past officer of the Southwest Bar Association, volunteer of Chicago Southwest P.A.D.S., Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce and the Mother McAuley and St. Laurence parents clubs, and
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WHEREAS all who knew him will attest that Robert E. Kenny, Jr. was a kind and compassionate man, virtuous of character and gentle in spirit, admired and respected by his many friends and neighbors, and dearly loved by his family, now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County that the Board does hereby offer its deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathy to the family and many friends of Robert E. Kenny, Jr., and joins them in sorrow at this time of loss, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and a suitable copy of same be tendered to the family of Robert E. Kenny, Jr., that his memory may be so honored and ever cherished.
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CC ITEM #4
Submitting a Resolution sponsored by
JOHN P. DALEY and PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR., County Commissioners
Co-Sponsored by
JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE and LARRY SUFFREDIN, County Commissioners
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the fifth grade students of St. Barbara Elementary School have duly completed training under the aegis of the Cook County Sheriff Michael Sheahan's Drug Abuse Resistance Education program (D.A.R.E.); and
WHEREAS, the increasing pressure from undesirable social factors has the potential to lead today’s youth astray, thus programs like D.A.R.E. are necessary to provide students with the knowledge, self-esteem, and strength of character to resist such pressure; and
WHEREAS, the students have benefited from the positive classroom environment maintained by their teachers Miss Ruth Czarnecki and Mrs. Genaye Parodi, their principal Dorene Hurckes, and their D.A.R.E. program instructor, Officer Al Martinez; and
WHEREAS, the fifth grade students of St. Barbara Elementary School have pledged to practice the D.A.R.E. principals of saying "No" to the use of illegal drugs, and "Yes" to the benefits of a good education; now therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Board of Commissioners of Cook County salute the following students from St. Barbara's fifth grade on their outstanding achievements:
Samantha Blaje, Ashley Carrion, Taylor Castro, Amanda Chow, Jamie Gonzalez, Kyle Hujbar, Joseph Jasas III, Megan Koester, Joseph LasCola, Michael Lewandowski, Nicole Reyes, David Sanicki, Matthew Sapikas, Theresa Smycz, Paul Spalla, David Strasser and Brandon Walsh, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be presented to the fifth grade class at St. Barbara Elementary School as a symbol of their fine work and bright future as young citizens of their community.
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CC ITEM #5
Submitting a
Resolution sponsored By
JOHN P. DALEY and
PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR., County Commissioners
Co-Sponsored by
JERRY BUTLER, FORREST
CLAYPOOL, EARLEAN COLLINS,
ELIZABETH ANN DOODY
GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,
ROBERTO MALDONADO,
JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA,
MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE and
LARRY SUFFREDIN, County Commissioners
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS it has come to the attention of the Cook County Board of Commissioners that Mr. Thomas J. Shinnick will soon retire from professional employment with the Office of the State’s Attorney, concluding a long term of loyal and dedicated public service in Cook County, and
WHEREAS in the course of his career with the Cook County State’s Attorney, Thomas J. Shinnick has been recognized for his capabilities and leadership, and
WHEREAS Thomas J. Shinnick holds the position of Group Supervisor in the Investigations Bureau for the State’s Attorney, where he has served with distinction during a remarkable career in county government that began in 1974, and
WHEREAS throughout his career, Thomas J. Shinnick has performed his various duties and responsibilities with admirable skill and proficiency, and has displayed a professionalism and commitment to service which exemplifies excellence in the public sector, and
WHEREAS Thomas J. Shinnick has compiled a longstanding employment record of dedication and diligence that stands as a model for all to emulate, and
WHEREAS Thomas J. Shinnick attended De La Salle Institute and Roosevelt University in Chicago, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1972, and
WHEREAS Thomas J. Shinnick has received highly specialized training in surveillance, detection, weapons, intervention, and apprehension tactics, putting him in an elite category of law enforcement agents who possess the capabilities to bring the most dangerous criminals to justice, and
WHEREAS Thomas J. Shinnick can now use his well-earned retirement time to better enjoy the company of his wife, Carol, and his many friends, now
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby extend its congratulations to Thomas J. Shinnick on the occasion of his retirement, and joins all who will assemble at a party in his honor on January 24, 2002, at De La Salle Institute in wishing him many years of health and happiness, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this text be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body, and a ceremonial copy of same be presented to Thomas J. Shinnick to commemorate this occasion.
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CC ITEM #6
Submitting a Resolution sponsored by
BOBBIE L. STEELE, County Commissioner
Co-Sponsored by
JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL,
EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO,
JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY, ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS and LARRY SUFFREDIN, County Commissioners
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RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom called from our midst Julius Samuel Cousin, Sr.; and
WHEREAS, Julius Samuel Cousin, Sr. was the loving husband of Annie Cousin and the proud father of nine children and twenty grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Julius Samuel Cousin, Sr. was a faithful member of Presentation Catholic Church and served in numerous capacities, including membership in the Knights of Peter Clavier and as an Executive Member of the Men’s Club. He enjoyed serving the church by cooking at the monthly pancake breakfasts and ribs at the summertime barbecues; and
WHEREAS, Julius Samuel Cousin, Sr. was a professional chef before his entrepreneurial spirit led him to develop and operate several small businesses. He wholeheartedly believed in the vision for redevelopment of the Lawndale community. He served as a founding member and director of several community organizations including Pyramid West and the Lawndale’s People’s Planning and Action Committee; and
WHEREAS, Julius Samuel Cousin, Sr. is gone but not forgotten. He will be sorely missed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the more than five million residents of Cook County, do hereby extend to the family of the late Julius Samuel Cousin, Sr. our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies, for their loss is shared by this Honorable Body and the people of Cook County; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body and that a copy of same be tendered to the family of the late Julius Samuel Cousin, Sr. in honor of his memory.
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CC ITEM #7
Submitting a Resolution sponsored by
CARL R. HANSEN, County Commissioner
Co-Sponsored by
JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, FORREST CLAYPOOL,
EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, ELIZABETH ANN DOODY GORMAN, GREGG GOSLIN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, JOAN PATRICIA MURPHY,
ANTHONY J. PERAICA, MIKE QUIGLEY, PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS,
BOBBIE L. STEELE and LARRY SUFFREDIN, County Commissioners
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, David Bonoma has been selected as one of 63 Americans from across the country to meet with NATO and other European leaders as part of the American Marshall Memorial Fellowship program for 2003, and
WHEREAS, this fellowship program was formed in 1982 by the German Marshall Fund (GMF) of the United States to provide young European leaders with an intimate understanding of the U.S. political, social and economic institutions, and
WHEREAS, the mission of the German Marshall Fund is to promote the exchange of ideas and cooperation between the United States and Europe in the spirit of the Marshall Plan, and
WHEREAS, the recipients of this award will travel abroad extensively, attending seminars and high level meetings with European officials that will take them throughout the continent to explore European and transatlantic economic, political and social issues, and
WHEREAS, David Bonoma, one of 63 Americans to receive this honor in 2003, was chosen for his comprehensive knowledge of the American legal system and exemplary skills he has honed in his career as an attorney, and
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WHEREAS, David Bonoma, who left private practice to join the State’s Attorney’s Office in 1997, and was named Chief of Staff to State’s Attorney Richard A. Devine in June 2001, has proven himself to be a significant positive force at the State’s Attorney’s Office, and
WHEREAS, the County of Cook is honored to share one of its assets, such as David Bonoma, whose experience and knowledge will contribute greatly to the goals of the American Marshall Memorial Fellowship program, now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate David Bonoma on receiving this prestigious award, and join his family and friends in wishing him great success in his endeavors.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
ITEM #53
DETAILED INFORMATION REGARDING COMMITTEE
REPORTS IS AVAILABLE FROM THE SECRETARY TO THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
APPROVED
APPROVED
APPROVED
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The next regularly scheduled meeting is presently set for Thursday, January 23, 2003.