POST BOARD ACTION AGENDA

Meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners

County Board Room, County Building

Thursday, January 24, 2002, 10:00 A.M.

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JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS

ITEM #1

REFERRED TO THE ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE #249245

JOURNAL

(December 4, 2001)

DAVID ORR, Cook County Clerk presented in printed form a record of the Journal of the Proceedings of the regular meeting held on Tuesday, December 4, 2001.

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 21, 2001 from

DONALD H. WLODARSKI, Commissioner, Department of Building and Zoning

respectfully request the granting of a 10% No Fee Permit for Loyola University Medical Center for interior remodeling of office space at 2160 South First Avenue, Maywood, Illinois in Proviso Township.

	Permit #:	011543
	Total Fee Amount:	$16,373.00
	Requested Waived Fee Amount (90%):	$14,735.70
	Amount Due (10%):	$1,637.30

This request is pursuant to the County Board's adoption of Item No. 176427 on September 16, 1991 that valid not-for-profit organizations be required to pay ten percent (10%) of the standard permit fee as established by Ordinance.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $14,735.70.

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ITEM #3

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated December 21, 2001 from

DONALD H. WLODARSKI, Commissioner, Department of Building and Zoning

respectfully request the granting of a 10% No Fee Permit for St. Luke Orthodox Church for a church addition at 10700 South Kean Avenue, Palos Hills, Illinois in Palos Township.

	Permit #:	011537
	Total Fee Amount:	$6,559.00
	Requested Waived Fee Amount (90%):	$5,903.10
	Amount Due (10%):	$655.90

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $5,903.10.

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WAIVER OF PERMIT FEES continued

ITEM #4

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 4, 2002 from

DONALD H. WLODARSKI, Commissioner, Department of Building and Zoning

respectfully request the granting of a 10% No Fee Permit for Peace Memorial Church of Palos Park for driveway improvements at 10300 West 131st Street, Palos Park, Illinois in Palos Township.

	Permit #:	011068
	Total Fee Amount:	$455.00
	Requested Waived Fee Amount (90%):	$409.50
	Amount Due (10%):	$45.50

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $409.50.

MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS

ITEM #5

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 2, 2002 from

LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Cook County Hospital

The physician appointments, physician reappointments and physician status change presented have been professionally reviewed and recommended for the status shown. The Board of Commissioners will be notified confidentially when there are physicians herein who have any malpractice claims or professional sanctions when such specific cases have not previously been presented to the Board of Commissioners. Additional information concerning such matters will be available on a confidential basis through the Secretary of the Board.

MEDICAL STAFF APPOINTMENTS

LEONARD I. BORAL, M.D. - Attending Physician/Clinical Director, Department of Pathology, Division of Clinical Pathology, will be paid at Grade K-11, Step 1, from Account 110, 8970190 (24-07), Position Identification #9522308, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

ISABELLA A. DANEL, M.D. - Voluntary Physician, Department of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

MICHAEL DJURIC, C.C.P. - Voluntary Perfusionist, Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

MUHAMMED IMRAN, M.D. - Service Physician, Department of Emergency Medicine, will be paid from Account 133, 8970162 (33-01), Position Identification #9932430, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

MARY L. KREITER, M.D. - Voluntary Attending Physician, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

JOSEPH E. LEVITT, M.D. - Voluntary Associate Attending Physician, Department of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

JOHN W. MARKHAM, C.C.P. - Voluntary Perfusionist, Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS continued

ITEM #5 cont'd

SUMANT R. RANJI, M.D. - Voluntary Associate Attending Physician, Department of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

PAUL SAIZ, M.D. - Voluntary Associate Attending Physician, Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

DAVID B. SANDERS, C.C.P. - Voluntary Perfusionist, Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

RAJAKUMARI P. SELVARAJ, M.D. - Consultant Physician, Department of Surgery, Division of Ophthalmology, will be paid from Account 133, 8970243 (27-10), Position Identification #9932615, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

ROBIN C. SUTTON, C.C.P. - Voluntary Perfusionist, Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

KIMBERLY TONEY, M.D. - Voluntary Attending Physician, Department of Family Practice, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

GARY TSAROVSKY, C.C.P. - Voluntary Perfusionist, Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

SERGE G. TYLER, M.D. - Attending Physician, Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Orthopaedic/Gastro Urology Upper Intestinal, will be paid at Grade K-11, Step 5, from Account 110, 8970279 (30-12), Position Identification #9523210, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

MEDICAL STAFF REAPPOINTMENTS

Jaya Ahuja, M.D. Attending Pathologist

Ephraim I. Axelrod, M.D. Anatomic Clinical Attending Physician/Director

Khaja Basheeruddin, Ph.D. Molecular Diagnostics Scientific Officer

Kathleen G. Beavis, M.D. Microbiology/Virology Attending Physician /

Division Chairman

Rajyasree Emmadi, M.D. Attending Pathologist

Bourke L. Firfer, M.D. Attending Pathologist

Paula Kovarik, M.D. Hematopathology Attending Physician/Director

Mai Mangkornkanok, Ph.D. Immunology Scientific Officer

Thomas J. Milson, Ph.D. Immunology Scientific Officer

Farhat S. Quadri, PhD. Biochemistry Scientific Officer

Osvaldo L. Rubinstein, M.D. Autopsy Services Service Physician

Saroja Ilangovan, M.D. Anatomic Pathology Attending Neuropathologist

Prema Singa, M.D. Blood Bank Attending Physician/

Division Chairman

Paulus Tsui, Ph.D. Immunology Scientific Officer

Marin Sekosan, M.D. Anatomic Pathology Attending Pathologist

Patricia Simples, M.D. Cytology Attending Pathologist

Eugene Youkilis, Ph.D. Primary Care Labs Scientific Officer/Director

StepHanie A. Young, M.D. Attending Pathologist

DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY

Joel S. Richman, Ph.D. Adolescent Clinical Psychologist

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MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS continued

ITEM #6

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

CYNTHIA HENDERSON, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County

The physician appointment presented has been professionally reviewed and recommended for the status shown. The Board of Commissioners will be notified confidentially when there are physicians herein who have any malpractice claims or professional sanctions when such specific cases have not previously been presented to the Board of Commissioners. Additional information concerning such matters will be available on a confidential basis through the Secretary of the Board.

PHYSICIAN APPOINTMENT

RAJESWARI CHANDRAN, M.D. - Attending Physician, Department of Pathology, will be paid at Grade K-5, Step 5, Account 126, Business Unit #8980034, Position Identification #0100192, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

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ITEM #7

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated December 3, 2001 from

STEPHANIE WRIGHT-GRIGGS, Chief Operating Officer, Provident Hospital of Cook County

MEDICAL STAFF APPOINTMENTS

LIONEL BAREROUSSE, JR., M.D. - Attending Physician, Department of Family Medicine. Will be paid from Account 155, Business Unit #8910501, Position Identification #0189191, Job Code 1635, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

TARIQ JAMIL, M.D. - Service Physician, Department of Critical Care. Currently being paid by Cook County Hospital, Department of Critical Care, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

PRASAD KODURI, M.D. - Attending Physician, Department of Internal Medicine. Currently being paid by Cook County Hospital, Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Hematology/Oncology, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

ARTHUR MOSWIN, M.D. - Voluntary Physician (Infectious Diseases), Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Infectious Diseases. Will not be paid, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

MEDICAL STAFF REAPPOINTMENTS

DEPARTMENT OF CRITICAL CARE

ROGER BOYE, M.D. - Service Physician, Reappointment 01/20/2002 through 01/20/2004

MYRNA ORBANA, M.D. - Attending Physician, Reappointment 01/20/2002 through 01/20/2004

MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS continued

ITEM #7 cont'd

DEPARTMENT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE

ROGER BOYE, M.D. - Service Physician, Reappointment 01/20/2002 through 01/20/2004

DON LEROY HOLLANDSWORTH, M.D. - Consultant Physician (Nephrology), Reappointment 12/21/2001 through 12/21/2003

BHUPAT MEHTA, M.D. - Consultant (Gastroenterology) Physician - Affiliate Category, Reappointment 02/19/2002 through 02/19/2004

MYRNA ORBANA, M.D. - Service Physician, Reappointment 01/20/2002 through 01/20/2004

THOMAS PITTS, M.D. - Consultant (Endocrinology) Physician, Reappointment 01/18/2002 through 01/18/2004

OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

RENEAU DIALLO, C.N.M. - Advanced Practice Nurse, Reappointment 12/16/2001 through 12/16/2003

PAULA MANUEL, C.N.M. - Advanced Practice Nurse, Reappointment 12/16/2001 through 12/16/2003

PEDIATRICS

SUBUOLA AKINTORIN, M.D. - Attending Physician, Reappointment 02/19/2002 through 02/19/2004

PAMELA NICKSON, M.D. - Attending Physician, Reappointment 01/20/2002 through 01/20/2004

RADIOLOGY

DEAN AMEEN, M.D. - Consultant (Radiation Therapy) Physician, Reappointment 01/20/2002 through 01/20/2004

NATHANIEL HOLLOWAY, M.D. - Consultant (Radiation Oncology) Physician, Reappointment 12/21/2001 through 12/21/2003

SURGERY

KHURSHEED MALLICK, M.D. - Attending Physician - Affiliate, Reappointment 02/15/2002 through 02/15/2004

PATRICIA VIDAL, M.D. - Attending Physician - Affiliate, Reappointment 02/15/2002 through 02/15/2004

CHANGE OF CATEGORY STATUS

JACQUELINE GOLDBERG, M.D. - Attending Physician, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, is requesting a change of category status to the Ancillary category, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, effective January 24, 2002; subject to approval by the Cook County Board.

GRANT AWARD ADDENDA

ITEM #8

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated December 17, 2001 from

TIMOTHY C. EVANS, Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County

requesting authorization to extend for six (6) months a grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Telecommunications and Information Administration to develop the Children’s Advocacy Network (CAN). The CAN application will link the court’s Juvenile Enterprise Management System (JEMS) with hundreds of community-based organizations and volunteers serving delinquent, abused and neglected children and their families. The grant extension is requested to complete the development of CAN.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Funding period extension: December 31, 2001 through June 30, 2002.

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GRANT AWARD ADDENDA continued

ITEM #9

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated December 5, 2001 from

DENNIS MANZKE, Chief of the Administrative Services Bureau, State’s Attorney’s Office

requesting authorization to accept a supplemental grant award from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Violence Against Women Office, for the Target Abuser Call (TAC) program and award the program subcontracts as outlined in the grant award.

This program works to target high risk domestic violence cases and is a partnership among the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, Hull House Association, LifeSpan Center for Legal Services & Advocacy and the Social Services Department of the Circuit Court. In the program’s fourth funding cycle, this grant funds eight (8) full-time personnel employed by the State’s Attorney’s Office and one Social Service Department employee to work with high risk domestic violence cases. Hull House and LifeSpan function as the service providers and facilitate program elements.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Supplemental Grant Award: $624,730.00. Contract period: July 1, 2001 through September 30, 2002.

Subcontract with Hull House Association:

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Funds provided through the Office of Justice Programs: $71,736.00. Subcontract period: July 1, 2001 through September 30, 2002.

Subcontract with LifeSpan Center for Legal Services & Advocacy:

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Funds provided through the Office of Justice Programs: $50,560.00. Subcontract period: July 1, 2001 through September 30, 2002.

GRANT AWARD RENEWALS

ITEM #10

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 4, 2002 from

KAREN L. SCOTT, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Department of Public Health

requesting authorization to renew a grant in the amount of $125,000.00 from the Illinois Department of Public Health for the Comprehensive Tobacco Prevention Program. The purpose of this grant is to provide services with these goals: eliminating environmental tobacco smoke; preventing smoking initiation among youth; promoting quitting smoking among adults and youth; and eliminating disparities among population using program components of community intervention, policy and regulation, and surveillance and evaluation.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Grant Award: $125,000.00. Funding period: July 1, 2001 through June 30, 2002.

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ITEM #11

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

DENNIS MANZKE, Chief of the Administrative Services Bureau, State’s Attorney’s Office

requesting authorization to renew a grant in the amount of $1,237,762.00 from the Illinois Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Council. This is a grant renewal that provides continued funding for the Motor Vehicle Theft Prosecutions Program. This grant funds the salaries and benefits for four (4) Assistant State’s Attorneys, two (2) State’s Attorney investigators, one (1) administrative assistant and two (2) part-time law clerks located at 2650 South California Avenue. The personnel funded by this grant work to increase prosecution of offenders involved in motor vehicle theft crimes and motor vehicle related crimes. This grant does not require a match commitment.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Grant Award: $1,237,762.00. Funding period: January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2003.

COOK COUNTY STATE'S ATTORNEY

ITEM #12

REFERRED TO THE FINANCE LITIGATION SUBCOMMITTEE

Transmitting Communications 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. Sabich v. Velasco, Case No. 99-L-14405

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2. Mayoral v. Sheahan, Case No. 96-C-7249

#249247

3. Mohammed Aleem, as Special Administrator of the Estate of Durdana Aleem, deceased v. Dr. Dale Mueller, Dr. M. Gasiro and County of Cook d/b/a Cook County Hospital, Case No. 98-L-10064

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4. Quiana Hopkins, as mother and next friend of Destiny Hopkins, a minor v. Health and Hospital Commission of Cook County a/k/a Cook County, County of Cook, T. Luck, M.D., J. Maurice, M.D., M. Rider, M.D. and S. Krishnankutty, M.D., Case No. 99-L-211

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PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE

ITEM #13

APPROVED AS AMENDED

Transmitting a Communication from

DOROTHY BROWN, Clerk of the Circuit Court

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of ~~one~~ four hundred (400) cartons of Xerox brand labels. The Xerox brand labels are made specifically for use in the Xerox 4635 high-speed printers used by the Clerk of the Circuit Court to print file jacket and other labels. Xerox high-speed labels are made specifically to eliminate adhesive build-up in equipment and reduce machinery jamming. Use of generic labels in the past resulted in high waste, printer down-time, and eventual hand feeding of label sheets requiring employee overtime.

One time purchase. (528-355 Account). Requisition No. 25281171.

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ITEM #14

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

DOROTHY BROWN, Clerk of the Circuit Court

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of one hundred (100) photo-conductor units, twenty-five (25) boxes of developer mix, twenty-five (25) cleaning units, one hundred and twenty-five (125) toner cartridges, twenty (20) fuser units and thirty (30) transfer belts to be used on the laser printers.

One time purchase. (528-388 Account). Requisition No. 25281172.

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PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE continued

ITEM #15

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

ERNESTO VELASCO, Executive Director, Department of Corrections

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of toothpaste, toothbrushes and razors.

One time purchase. (239-333 Account). Requisition No. 22390028.

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ITEM #16

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

ERNESTO VELASCO, Executive Director, Department of Corrections

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of sheets, pillow cases, towels and wash cloths.

One time purchase. (239-333 Account). Requisition No. 22390027.

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ITEM #17

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

ERNESTO VELASCO, Executive Director, Department of Corrections

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of male and female canvas shoes.

One time purchase. (239-320 Account). Requisition No. 22390031.

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ITEM #18

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

WILLIAM R. HUFFMAN, Director, Department of Facilities Management

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of boiler and chiller chemical supplies for the new Cook County Hospital Powerhouse.

Contract period: May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2003. Bond Issue (28000 Account). Requisition No. 22000087.

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE continued

ITEM #19

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

WILLIAM R. HUFFMAN, Director, Department of Facilities Management

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of boiler feed water drum level indicators manufactured by Clark-Reliance. Clark-Reliance is the only known manufacturer of this component compatible with the existing equipment.

One time purchase. Bond Issue (20000 Account). Requisition No. 22000088.

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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ITEM #20

APPROVED AS AMENDED

Transmitting a Communication from

WILLIAM R. HUFFMAN, Director, Department of Facilities Management

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of four (4) annual tradesmen supply contracts:

REQ. NO.	ITEMS
~~22000001~~ 22000081	Paint tools
~~22000002~~ 22000082	Glass
22000083	Steel
22000084	Wire and cable

Contract period: May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2003. (200-333 Account).

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ITEM #21

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

TIMOTHY C. EVANS, Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of an automobile with police package. This vehicle will be used by the new Juvenile Probation Department warrant unit funded by a grant from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA).

One time purchase. (791-549 Account). Requisition No. 27910001.

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PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE continued

ITEM #22

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

TIMOTHY G. BRENNAN, Director of Vehicle Services

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for mobile automotive glass replacement.

Contract period: April 20, 2002 through April 19, 2004. (211-444 Account). Requisition No. 22110515.

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ITEM #23

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

TIMOTHY G. BRENNAN, Director of Vehicle Services

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of decals and striping for police vehicles.

Contract period: June 1, 2002 through May 31, 2003. (211- 444 Account). Requisition No. 22110514.

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ITEM #24

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

TIMOTHY G. BRENNAN, Director of Vehicle Services

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for maintenance of the fleet of forty-one (41) buses owned and operated by the Sheriff’s Office.

Contract period: June 1, 2002 through May 31, 2004. (211-444 Account). Requisition No. 22110509.

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ITEM #25

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

TIMOTHY G. BRENNAN, Director of Vehicle Services

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for auto body repair for Sheriff's Office vehicles. This is a two (2) year contract that is to be awarded by geographical zones (1-4).

Contract period: May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2004. (211-444 Account). Requisition Nos. 22110516, 22110517, 22110518 and 22110519.

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PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE continued

ITEM #26

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

KIMBERLY FEENEY, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer’s Office

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of office furniture and equipment.

One time purchase. (*717/060-530 and 534-530 Accounts). Requisition Nos. 20600013 and 25340001.

*Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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ITEM #27

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

KIMBERLY FEENEY, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer’s Office

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the lease of a color laser copier.

Contract period: May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2003. (060-630 Account). Requisition No. 20600038.

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ITEM #28

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

LEONARD R. BERSKY, Chief Operating Officer, Cermak Health Services of Cook County

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of a low dose digital chest x-ray unit for screening of pulmonary tuberculosis.

One time purchase. (717/240-540 Account). Requisition No. 22400215.

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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ITEM #29

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Cook County Hospital

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for temporary security services for the New Cook County Hospital.

Contract period: May 1, 2002 through November 30, 2002. Bond Issue (28000 Account). Requisition No. 20310006.

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE continued

ITEM #30

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Cook County Hospital

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of the following items:

REQ. NO.	ACCT. NO.	DESCRIPTION	CONTRACT PERIOD
28970313	897-330	Soap and detergents	August 1, 2002 through July 31, 2004
28970354	897-240	Printing services for the “County Beat” newsletter	May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2003
28970355	897-362	Diagnostic angiographic catheters	May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2004
28970356	897-365	Virological enzyme immunoassay reagents and supplies for a vendor provided analyzer	July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2004
28970357	897-365	Rubella latex agglutination test kits	May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2004
28970358	897-365	Enzyme immunoassay kit for rapid detection of respiratory syncytial virus antigen	May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2004

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ITEM #31

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

CYNTHIA HENDERSON, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of the following items:

REQ. NO.	ACCT. NO.	DESCRIPTION	CONTRACT PERIOD
28980300	898-289	Magnetic resonance imaging services	May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2004
28980313	898-235	Exterminating and rodent control services	May 17, 2002 through May 16, 2004
28980347	898-310	Seafood products	July 9, 2002 through July 8, 2003
28980348	898-310	Prepared salads	June 28, 2002 through June 27, 2003
28980349	898-310	Poultry products	June 28, 2002 through June 27, 2003

CONTRACTS

ITEM #32

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 16, 2002 from

WILLIAM R. HUFFMAN, Director, Department of Facilities Management

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Keter Consultants, Inc., certified industrial hygienists, to perform an indoor air quality study at the Cook County Juvenile Center.

Recent concerns raised by Cook County employees regarding noxious odors emanating from the Acme Barrel Company, located across the street from the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, have prompted this request for an indoor air quality study. This comprehensive evaluation of the air quality in the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center will also include a review of new data from Acme Barrel Company. The Department of Facilities Management is coordinating this effort with the Chicago Department of Environment, the Chicago Department of Public Health and the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health to insure the safety of the facility for the residents, employees and the patrons of the Court.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $28,900.00. One time purchase. (200-260 Account).

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ITEM #33

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MARK KILGALLON, Chief, Bureau of Human Resources

and

EDWARD WODNICKI, Executive Director, Sheriff’s Merit Board

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with H M Services, Chicago, Illinois, to provide required oversight and supervision of drug and alcohol testing policies and procedures. This is a joint request between the Cook County Bureau of Human Resources and the Sheriff’s Merit Board.

Reason:

This company has a thorough knowledge of Cook County’s drug and alcohol testing procedures.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $40,000.00. Contract period: February 1, 2002 through January 31, 2003. (032-289 and 249-260 Accounts). Requisition Nos. 20320001 and 22490001.

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ITEM #34

APPROVED AS AMENDED

Transmitting a Communication from

STANLEY A. MOLIS, Director, Department for Management of Information Systems

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc., Springfield, Illinois, for software, maintenance and support for VPS/TCPIP and DRS software product. This software will enable the mainframe to communicate to remote printers that are on the county’s wide area network. This software will be used by the county’s mainframe (M.I.S.) and the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s mainframe. This software will be leased by the Circuit Court for an eight (8) month period. M.I.S. will have a perpetual use license until the mainframes are consolidated.

Reason:

This product is an extension of other software products we have from this vendor. The other products are used in conjunction with this new product for the communication of the wide area network.

CONTRACTS continued

ITEM #34 cont'd

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $39,559.00. Contract period: February 1, 2002 through January 31, 2003. (*717/528-630 and 012-630 Accounts). Requisition No. 20120025.

*Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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ITEM #35

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

KAREN L. SCOTT, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Department of Public Health

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with the Suburban Primary Health Care Council, Westchester, Illinois, to provide care to 3976 clients at a cost of $377.19 per client per year.

Reason:

The Access to Care Program provides primary health care to medically indigent residents of suburban Cook County through a network of physicians. The Suburban Primary Health Care Council is a private not-for-profit consortium of the Department of Public Health, Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA) and the Northwest Suburban Cook County Health Care Taskforce.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $1,499,707.44. Contract period: January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2002. (895-298 Account). Requisition No. 28952212.

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ITEM #36

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

KAREN L. SCOTT, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Department of Public Health

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with the Suburban Primary Health Care Council, Westchester, Illinois, for the administration of the Access to Care Program, to provide services to women forty (40) years of age and older for the purpose of early detection of breast and cervical cancer.

Reason:

The Access to Care Program administered by the Suburban Primary Health Care Council provides primary health care to medically indigent residents of suburban Cook County through a network of physicians. The Suburban Primary Health Care Council is a private not-for-profit consortium of the Department of Public Health, Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA) and the Northwest Suburban Cook County Health Care Taskforce.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Grant funded amount: $32,000.00. Contract period: October 1, 2001 through September 30, 2002. (997-290 Account). Requisition No. 29972004.

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CONTRACTS continued

ITEM #37

APPROVED AS AMENDED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

JAMES E. MALINOWSKI, First Deputy Chief of Police, Sheriff’s Police Department

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Gleason & Elfering Mechanical Services, Mundelein, Illinois, for maintenance on the Sheriff’s Police Range ventilation equipment and controls.

Reason:

The range ventilation equipment and controls are proprietary and must be serviced by the manufacturer, Gleason & Elfering Mechanical Services.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $11,130.00. Contract period: December 1, 2001 through November 30, 2002. (211-186 Account). Requisition No. 22110025.

Purchasing Agent concurs.

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ITEM #38

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

GERALD O’SULLIVAN, Executive Director, Sheriff’s Training Institute

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Frank W. Meekins, Orland Park, Illinois, to provide instruction for the Institute’s Academies, the Department of Corrections, and the Court Services Division as may be required.

Reason:

Mr. Meekins is an expert in teaching the legal aspects of policing to recruits at the Cook County Sheriff’s Training Institute. Mr. Meekins has previously taught courtroom testimony, legal and criminal procedures, and has developed an updated law curriculum. Additionally, Mr. Meekins is certified by the Illinois Enforcement Training Standards Board to teach this curriculum in this academy.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $36,000.00. Contract period: January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2002. (211-186 Account). Requisition No. 22110029.

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ITEM #39

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

KIMBERLY FEENEY, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer’s Office

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Laner, Muchin, Dombrow, Becker, Levin and Tominberg, LTD. (LMDBLT), Chicago, Illinois, for professional legal services.

Reason:

The Treasurer’s Office requires legal representation for pending labor issues and contractual negotiations with Local 73, SEIU. Because of this, the firm selected must be capable of providing reliable and immediate resources, provide legal advice and in addition, must have experience in labor issues. LMDBLT was chosen because of prior experience representing the Treasurer’s Office regarding the labor issues of this office.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $20,000.00. Contract period: February 1, 2002 through January 31, 2003. (060-260 Account). Requisition No. 20600029.

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CONTRACTS continued

ITEM #40

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

KIMBERLY FEENEY, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer’s Office

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Maxim Group, Chicago, Illinois, to provide the office with the integration of a single database.

Reason:

The Treasurer’s Office is currently functioning off of twenty-three (23) databases. Maxim Group will revise, patch, repair, and re-link the different databases into one (1) unified database.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $67,200.00. Contract period: January 31, 2002 through April 30, 2002. (060-441 Account). Requisition No. 20600041.

The Chief Information Officer has reviewed this item and concurs with this recommendation.

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ITEM #41

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Cook County Hospital

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with IMPRA, Incorporated, Tempe, Arizona, for the purchase of distaflo bypass grafts for the Department of Surgery, Main Operating Rooms.

Reason:

IMPRA, Incorporated is the only known manufacturer and distributor of the carbon impregnated distaflo bypass graft with a cuff technology design that enables higher patency rates and fewer complications in peripheral vascular by-pass surgery.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $100,000.00. Contract period: March 1, 2002 through February 28, 2004. (897-362 Account). Requisition No. 28970251.

Purchasing Agent concurs.

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ITEM #42

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Cook County Hospital

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Johnson Controls, Incorporated, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to maintain and monitor Johnson Controls’ systems for temperature, energy management and line safety for the Department of Buildings and Grounds.

Reason:

Johnson Controls, Incorporated is the only authorized service representative to maintain the equipment. This system has been installed in the most critical patient care areas at the hospital, the Fantus Health Center and the Core Center. This service is critical to patient care and the continued adherence to regulatory requirements.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $50,000.00. Contract period: February 1, 2002 through January 31, 2003. (897-450 Account). Requisition No. 28970361.

Purchasing Agent concurs.

CONTRACTS continued

ITEM #43

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 4, 2002 from

LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Cook County Hospital

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Beckman Coulter, Incorporated, Brea, California, for the purchase of reagents and supplies for a vendor provided automatic coagulation laboratory (ACL) coagulation analyzer for the Department of Pathology Laboratories, Fantus Health Center.

Reason:

Beckman Coulter, Incorporated is the only known distributor for the coagulation analyzer manufactured by Instrument Laboratories. This is the only equipment that performs automatic baseline corrections resulting in a more accurate bleeding time prior to surgery and development of treatment protocols.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $120,000.00 ($40,000.00 per year). Contract period: April 1, 2002 through March 31, 2005. (897-365 Account). Requisition No. 28970241.

Purchasing Agent concurs.

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ITEM #44

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

LACY L. THOMAS, Chief Operating Officer, Cook County Hospital

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Beckman Coulter, Incorporated, Brea, California, for the purchase of reagents and supplies for vendor provided Beckman Coulter hematology analyzers with a slide maker/stainer for the Department of Pathology Laboratories, Fantus Health Center.

Reason:

Beckman Coulter, Incorporated is the only known manufacturer and distributor for the reagents and supplies for the equipment that has the only technology with an automated integrated slide maker/stainer that enhances the accuracy for complete blood counts and prepares slides from a single blood sample.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $409,500.00 ($136,500.00 per year). Contract period: April 1, 2002 through March 31, 2005. (897-365 Account). Requisition No. 28970167.

Purchasing Agent concurs.

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ITEM #45

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

CYNTHIA HENDERSON, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Dade Behring, Inc., Deerfield, Illinois, for the maintenance and repair of the Microscan Walkaway 40 analyzer.

Reason:

Dade Behring, Inc. is the manufacturer and only known source for maintenance for this equipment owned by the hospital.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $12,000.00. Contract period: February 10, 2002 through February 9, 2003. (898-442 Account). Requisition No. 28980269.

Purchasing Agent concurs.

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CONTRACTS continued

ITEM #46

APPROVED

COMMISSIONER MORAN VOTED PRESENT

Transmitting a Communication from

STEPHANIE WRIGHT-GRIGGS, Chief Operating Officer, Provident Hospital of Cook County

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Janet Fortman, River Forest, Illinois, for consulting services regarding Provident Hospital of Cook County’s preparation for the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) survey.

Reason:

The service is required to provide consultation and advise on the preparation for the triennial JCAHO survey for the fall of 2002. The consultant will review previous survey results, assist in developing a corrective action plan, and assess current levels of compliance with JCAHO standards. Ms. Fortman has fifteen years of healthcare regulatory experience within the Cook County Bureau of Health Services.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $50,400.00. Contract period: February 1, 2002 through September 30, 2002. (891-249 Account). Requisition No. 28910499.

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ITEM #47

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

STEPHANIE WRIGHT-GRIGGS, Chief Operating Officer, Provident Hospital of Cook County

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to enter into a contract with Health Management Services, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, for case management services for cancer patients.

Reason:

Health Management Services, Inc. assures that severely ill patients with cancer who require radiation therapy have access to appropriate services and equipment as required to successfully complete their prescribed treatment regimen.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $50,000.00. Contract period: February 1, 2002 through January 31, 2003. (891-249 Account). Requisition No. 28910514.

CONTRACT ADDENDA

ITEM #48

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

JAMES L. ELDRIDGE, JR., Chief Administrative Officer, Bureau of Administration

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $15,000,000.00, Contract No. 98-43-1323 with Peoples Energy Services Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, to increase the total dollar amount of the contract from $20,000,000.00 to $35,000,000.00 for natural gas purchases. This will keep the contract in force to provide discounted natural gas for the County's heating and cooling needs through the contract term November 30, 2003.

Board approved amount 08-06-98:	$20,000,000.00
Increase requested:	15,000,000.00
Adjusted amount:	$35,000,000.00

CONTRACT ADDENDA continued

ITEM #48 cont'd

Reason:

Due to the natural gas market cost increases experienced last year during the 2000-2001 heating and cooling season, $17,793,904.92 has been spent against this contract commencing December 1, 1998. Under the terms of the contract it is stated that "It is the intent of the parties that this contract continue until November 30, 2003". “If the payment due contractor pursuant to Attachment B Section IV Payment, under this contract appears likely to exceed $20,000,000.00 prior to the expiration of the term of this contract on November 30, 2003, the Chief Administrative Officer or his designee will transmit a request for additional funding for this contract to the Cook County Board of Commissioners".

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Request does not change annual funding amount to any department’s gas heating account. The dollar increase reflects the monthly increase in spot market gas pricing on which the contract is based and passed through to the County. Sufficient funds are appropriated to cover natural gas costs.

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ITEM #49

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 18, 2002 from

JOHN L. HIBBETT, Director, Department of Risk Management

Re: Cook County Group Term Life Insurance Extension

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $417,028.00 and extend for one (1) month, the term life insurance contract with CIGNA Insurance Company. Sufficient funds were appropriated for this program. This extension will allow sufficient time to complete negotiations for the next term life insurance contract.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $417,028.00. Contract extension: February 1, 2002 through March 1, 2002. (490,499,899-175 Account).

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ITEM #50

APPROVED AS AMENDED

Transmitting a Communication from

KIMBERLY FEENEY, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer’s Office

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $5,000.00 and extend for three (3) months, Contract No. 01-54-13 Rebid with Merchants Rent a Car, Hooksett, New Hampshire, to continue the lease of two (2) vans required for the operational needs of the Treasurer's Office.

Board approved amount ~~02-23-01~~ 02-21-01:	$ 17,400.00
Increase requested:	5,000.00
Adjusted amount:	$ 22,400.00

Reason:

This request is to allow sufficient time to receive permission to advertise for bids, submit requisition, bid, evaluate, award, and implement the new contract for which Board authorization is being requested February 5, 2002.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $5,000.00. Contract extension: February 1, 2002 through April 30, 2002. (060-190 Account).

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CONTRACT ADDENDA continued

ITEM #51

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated December 19, 2001 from

RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase by $2,000,000.00, Contract No. 00-41-413 with Health Management Systems, New York, New York, for Retroactive Claims Reprocessing Services (RCR).

Board approved amount 12-07-99:	$ 1,800,000.00
Previous increase approved 02-21-01:	1,300,000.00
This increase requested:	2,000,000.00
Adjusted amount:	$ 5,100,000.00

Reason:

This increase is necessary to meet the increased need for Health Management Systems to reprocess each Bureau of Health Services institutions outpatient accounts to identify third party coverage against their database. RCR serves as a safety net for Bureau of Health Services facilities, generating additional third party revenue after the Bureau of Health Services has completed its own routine and special billing efforts, the terms of fee collection by the vendor remain the same at 12% on collection. The period of this contract ends December 6, 2002.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $2,000,000.00. Revenue generating estimate: $15,000,000.00. (897-260 Account).

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ITEM #52

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated December 19, 2001 from

RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to increase the following contracts which were Board approved January 6, 2000 for Medicaid Eligibility Services.

ORIGINAL PREVIOUS

CONTRACT INCREASE INCREASE ADJUSTED

VENDOR AMOUNT APPROVED REQUESTED TOTAL

HealthRev, Inc.

Chicago, Illinois

Contract No. 00-41-401 $3,600,000.00 $3,500,000.00 $1,700,000.00 $8,800,000.00

Eligibility Services, Inc.

Dallas, Texas

Contract No. 00-41-400 3,600,000.00 600,000.00 1,000,000.00 5,200,000.00

Great Lakes Medicaid

Chicago, Illinois

Contract No. 00-41-591 1,800,000.00 400,000.00 300,000.00 2,500,000.00

$9,000,000.00 $4,500,000.00 $3,000,000.00 $16,500,000.00

Reason:

This increase is necessary to meet the increased need for the vendors to provide the Bureau of Health Services with medicaid eligibility assistance for inpatient accounts and database matching services to assist in re-billing claims that have been previously rejected by various payors, the terms of fee collection by the vendors remain the same at 7.9% on collection. The period of this contract ends January 5, 2003.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $3,000,000.00. Revenue generating estimate: $40,000,000.00. (897-260 Account).

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CONTRACT ADDENDA continued

ITEM #53

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to amend and increase by $80,000.00, Contract No. 01-15-083H with The Burrows Company, Wheeling, Illinois, for the purchase of safety infusion sets.

Board approved amount 02-06-01:	$ 132,891.00
Increase requested:	80,000.00
Adjusted amount:	$ 212,891.00

Reason:

This request is to allow and permit Provident Hospital of Cook County participation in the above referenced Bureau of Health Services contract.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $80,000.00. (891-362 Account).

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ITEM #54

APPROVED AS AMENDED

COMMISSIONER HANSEN VOTED NO

Transmitting a Communication from

CYNTHIA HENDERSON, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to extend for three (3) months, Contract No. 98-54-1221 with EcoLab, Inc., St. Paul, Minnesota, for the purchase of dish soap and detergents.

Reason:

This request is necessary to allow continued operations while this item is rebid due to failure of bidders to comply with general contract provisions as reflected on the Bid Reports of January 24, ~~2001~~ 2002.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Contract extension: January 7, 2002 through April 6, 2002. (898-330 Account).

CONTRACT RENEWALS

ITEM #55

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

ERNESTO VELASCO, Executive Director, Department of Corrections

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to renew Contract No. 99-41-1398 with the Illinois State Police, Chicago, Illinois, for mainframe user fees and software maintenance.

Reason:

This proprietary software is only available through the Illinois State Police.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $275,220.00. Contract period: July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2003. (239-441 Account). Requisition No. 22390029.

The Chief Information Officer has reviewed this item and concurs with this recommendation.

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CONTRACT RENEWALS continued

ITEM #56

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

STANLEY A. MOLIS, Director, Department for Management of Information Systems

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to renew Contract No. 00-41-1038 with J. D. Edwards, Denver, Colorado, for annual software maintenance services for the Financial Management Information Systems (FMIS).

Reason:

J. D. Edwards is the only vendor that can provide the maintenance service to this proprietary software.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $634,643.10. Contract period: January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2002. (012-441 Account). Requisition No. 20120023.

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ITEM #57

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MARY JO HORACE, Director, Department of Office Technology

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to renew Contract No. 99-45-1090 with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc., Redlands, California, for software maintenance. This software is used by the Department of Office Technology, the Highway Department, the County Clerk, the Zoning Board of Appeals, the Bureau of Administration and the Assessor’s Office to produce digitized maps for Cook County.

Reason:

The vendor Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. is the only company able to provide software upgrades and maintenance services to the software product line.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $15,700.00. Contract period: February 26, 2002 through February 25, 2003. (023-441 Account). Requisition No. 20230019.

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ITEM #58

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

JAMES E. MALINOWSKI, First Deputy Chief of Police, Sheriff’s Police Department

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to renew Contract No. 00-45-332 with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA), Automated Law Enforcement Radio Terminal System Division (ALERTS), Chicago, Illinois, for payment of user fees to provide access into ALERTS that is utilized by the Police Department’s mobile data terminals installed in the vehicle fleet.

CONTRACT RENEWALS continued

ITEM #58 cont'd

Reason:

ALERTS is the sole property of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority and no other company can provide these services. The Police Department has been granted special pricing by the ICJIA for the use of ALERTS.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $29,160.00. Contract period: January 1, 2002 through June 30, 2002. (231-630 Account). Requisition No. 22310820.

The Chief Information Officer has reviewed this item and concurs with this recommendation.

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ITEM #59

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

THOMAS P. FITZGERALD, Chief of Police, Sheriff’s Police Department

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to renew Contract No. 98-41-1421 with Oracle Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, to provide technical support for the Criminal Apprehension Booking System (CABS) unit Oracle programs.

Reason:

Oracle Corporation owns the source code to all Oracle programs and is therefore the only authorized supplier of technical support services for the Oracle programs that the CABS unit has purchased.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $100,666.56. Contract period: November 30, 2001 through November 29, 2002. (231-441 Account). Requisition No. 22310010.

The Chief Information Officer has reviewed this item and concurs with this recommendation.

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ITEM #60

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

THOMAS P. FITZGERALD, Chief of Police, Sheriff’s Police Department

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to renew Contract No. 99-41-1457 with NEC Technologies, Inc., Rolling Meadows, Illinois, for maintenance of computer equipment for the Criminal Apprehension Booking System (CABS) unit.

Reason:

NEC Technologies, Inc. is the only provider of hardware and software support for the computer equipment in the Cook County CABS unit.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $660,190.00. Contract period: December 1, 2001 through November 30, 2002. (231-440 Account). Requisition No. 22310019.

The Chief Information Officer has reviewed this item and concurs with this recommendation.

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CONTRACT RENEWALS continued

ITEM #61

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

KAREN L. SCOTT, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Department of Public Health

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to renew Contract No. 01-41-759 with Citigate Communications, Chicago, Illinois, formerly MSI Strategic Communications, for the continuation of the Department of Public Health’s marketing, advertising and public relations campaign to educate the public on the dangers of second hand smoke.

Reason:

MSI Strategic Communications, now Citigate Communications was awarded this contract through a Request for Proposal last year. To ensure continuity and because of their experience in this type of campaign, Citigate Communications will once again be the lead contractor working with MK Communications, Chicago, Illinois and Danielle Ashley Advertising & Public Relations, Chicago, Illinois.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None. Grant funded amount: $400,000.00. Contract period: January 24, 2002 through June 30, 2002. (935-289 Account). Requisition No. 29352102.

CONTRACT AMENDMENTS

ITEM #62

WITHDRAWN

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

MICHAEL F. SHEAHAN, Sheriff of Cook County

TERRIE McDERMOTT, Executive Director, Department of Women’s Justice Services

requesting to amend prior authorization to enter into a contract which was Board approved on July 10, 2001 with SecurityLink, Inc., Oak Brook, Illinois, to provide electronic monitoring equipment for the Sheriff’s Female Furlough Program, for a change the vendor name to ADT Security Services, Inc., Boca Raton, Florida.

The original authorized vendor, SecurityLink, Inc. was sold to ADT Security Services, Inc., Boca Raton, Florida.

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ITEM #63

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 2, 2002 from

CYNTHIA HENDERSON, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County

requesting to amend prior authorization to enter into a contract which was Board approved on September 19, 2000 with Fisher Scientific, Hanover Park, Illinois, to purchase reagents and supplies for the Clinical Lab Department, for a change in name to be Beckman Coulter, Inc., Brea, California.

The original approved vendor, Fisher Scientific Company, no longer has an agreement with Beckman Coulter, Inc. to distribute their ACL reagents and supplies. Beckman Coulter, Inc. has become the direct distributor.

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CONTRACT AMENDMENTS continued

ITEM #64

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, December 10, 2001 from

STEPHANIE WRIGHT-GRIGGS, Chief Operating Officer, Provident Hospital of Cook County

requesting to amend prior authorization to enter into a contract which was Board approved on March 20, 2001 with Agilent Technologies, Andover, Massachusetts, to provide a patient monitoring system upgrade, transport monitor and transport cart, for a change in name to Phillips Medical System, Naperville, Illinois.

The original authorized vendor, Agilent Technologies was sold to Phillips Medical Systems, Naperville, Illinois. In addition, the vendor has changed its quotation from $105,701.00 to $105,700.32.

APPROVAL OF PAYMENTS

ITEM #65

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

PATRICK T. DRISCOLL, JR., Chief, Civil Actions Bureau

requesting approval of payment in the amount of $10,714.00 to Gilbert M. Goldman, M.D. for expert witness fees.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $10,741.00. (250-268 Account).

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ITEM #66

APPROVED AS AMENDED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 18, 2002 from

PATRICK T. DRISCOLL, JR., Chief, Civil Actions Bureau

requesting approval of payment in the amount of $115,970.27 to Piper, Marbury, Rudnick and Wolfe for out of state legal representation of Cook County in the liquidation of Reliance Insurance Company in the state of Pennsylvania.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $115,970.27. Bond Issue (~~250-268~~ 28000 Account).

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

RENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIPS

ITEM #67

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated December 17, 2001 from

RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services

requesting approval of payment in the amount of $56,765.00 to the Metropolitan Chicago Healthcare Council, Chicago, Illinois, for fiscal year 2002 institutional membership dues for Cook County Hospital, Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County and Provident Hospital of Cook County.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $56,765.00 [$24,710.00 - (897-880 Account); $13,649.00 - (898-880 Account); and $18,406.00 - (891-880 Account)].

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RENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIPS continued

ITEM #68

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated December 17, 2001 from

RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services

requesting approval of payment in the amount of $198,984.24 to the Illinois Hospital & HealthSystems Association, Wheaton, Illinois, for fiscal year 2002 institutional membership dues for Cook County Hospital, Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County and Provident Hospital of Cook County.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $198,984.24 [$94,215.57 - (897-880 Account); $34,803.91 - (898-880 Account); and $69,964.76 - (891-880 Account)].

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ITEM #69

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services

requesting approval of payment in the amount of $89,944.00 to the Illinois Hospital & HealthSystems Association, Wheaton, Illinois, for fiscal year 2002 American Hospital Association institutional membership dues for Cook County Hospital, Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County and Provident Hospital of Cook County. Illinois Hospital & HealthSystems Association collects the membership dues on behalf of the American Hospital Association.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $89,944.00 [$88,279.00 - (897-880 Account); $565.00 - (898-880 Account); and $1,100.00 - (891-880 Account)].

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ITEM #70

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

RUTH M. ROTHSTEIN, Chief, Bureau of Health Services

requesting approval of payment in the amount of $42,000.00 to the National Association of Public Hospitals & Health Systems, Washington, D.C., for fiscal year 2002 institutional membership dues and fiscal year 2002 Public Hospital Pharmacy Coalition (PHPC) dues for Cook County Hospital, Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County and Provident Hospital of Cook County.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $42,000.00 [$24,500.00 - (897-880 Account); $8,750.00 - (898-880 Account); and $8,750.00 - (891-880 Account)].

CAPITAL PROGRAM ITEMS

ITEM #71

REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CONSTRUCTION #249250

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

MICHAEL E. LAMONT, Director, Office of Capital Planning and Policy

Transmitted herewith for your approval is Amendment #1 to the contract with EQ International, medical equipment planning consultant for the New Cook County Hospital in the amount of $390,000.00. It is respectfully requested that this honorable body approve this request.

CAPITAL PROGRAM ITEMS continued

ITEM #71 cont'd

Reason:

This change provides for the addition of loading dock management services which are required to schedule and coordinate all equipment deliveries; additional laboratory design services and additional funds for reimbursable expenses that are anticipated to complete the project.

Contract No. 99-43-375

Original Contract Sum: $1,877,237.00

Total Amendments to-date: 00.00

Adjusted contract to-date: 1,877,237.00

Amount of this Amendment: 390,000.00

Adjusted Contract Sum: $2,267,237.00

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $390,000.00. Bond Issue (22000 Account).

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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ITEM #72

REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CONSTRUCTION #249251

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

MICHAEL E. LAMONT, Director, Office of Capital Planning and Policy

Transmitted herewith for your approval is Amendment #5 to the contract with the Partnership for Community Healthcare, program manager for the New Cook County Hospital in the amount of $997,500.00. It is respectfully requested that this honorable body approve this request.

Reason:

This change provides for additional staff to complete the closeout of the major architectural and construction contracts from the time of substantial completion to final completion, program management services to assist the County in implementing the radiology contract, scheduling services in connection with the installation of information systems and additional funds for reimbursable expenses that are anticipated to complete the project.

Contract No. 95-43-1160

Original Contract Sum: $ 7,333,250.00

Total Amendments to-date: 4,748,481.00

Adjusted Contract to-date: 12,081,731.00

Amount of this Amendment: 997,500.00

Adjusted Contract Sum: $13,079,231.00

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $997,500.00. Bond Issue (22000 Account).

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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ITEM #73

REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CONSTRUCTION #249252

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

MICHAEL E. LAMONT, Director, Office of Capital Planning and Policy

Transmitted herewith for your approval is Change Order #1 to the contract with Amtech Elevator, contractor for the Cook County Elevator Modernization Bid Package II – Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County/Fantus Clinic in the amount of $8,754.83. It is respectfully requested that this honorable body approve this request.

CAPITAL PROGRAM ITEMS continued

ITEM #73 cont'd

Reason:

This change provides for new pumps, a credit for relocation of a utility room and miscellaneous time extensions for a total 113-day extension to the contract.

Contract No. 00-53-410

Original Contract Sum: $1,969,369.00

Total Change Orders to-date: 00.00

Adjusted Contract to-date: 1,969,369.00

Amount of this Amendment: 8,754.83

Adjusted Contract Sum: $1,978,123.83

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $8,754.83. Bond Issue (20000 Account).

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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ITEM #74

REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CONSTRUCTION #249253

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

MICHAEL E. LAMONT, Director, Office of Capital Planning and Policy

Transmitted herewith for your approval is Change Order #3 to the contract with Walsh Construction Company of Illinois, contractor for the 2nd District Courthouse Parking Garage. It is respectfully requested that this honorable body approve this request.

Reason:

This change provides for additional crushed stone for backfill of ramps and credit for elimination of various work such as; roof drains, louvers, an expansion joint and shrink reducing mix on walls.

Contract No. 01-53-430

Original Contract Sum: $14,335,800.00

Total Change Orders to-date: 15,641.00

Adjusted contract to-date: 14,351,441.00

Amount of this Amendment: 00.00

Adjusted Contract Sum: $14,351,441.00

Estimated Fiscal Impact: None.

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ITEM #75

REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CONSTRUCTION #249254

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

MICHAEL E. LAMONT, Director, Office of Capital Planning and Policy

Transmitted herewith for your approval is Change Order #4 to the contract with Amtech Elevator, contractor for the Cook County Elevator Modernization Bid Package I – DOC in the amount of $36,303.85. It is respectfully requested that this honorable body approve this request.

CAPITAL PROGRAM ITEMS continued

ITEM #75 cont'd

Reason:

This change provides for asbestos removal, new door panels and construction of a room to segregate the elevator equipment from the mechanical equipment. This change also provides for a 61-day contract extension.

Contract No. 00-53-257

Original Contract Sum: $2,896,466.00

Total Change Orders to-date: 29,943.85

Adjusted contract to-date: 2,926,409.85

Amount of this Amendment: 36,303.85

Adjusted Contract Sum: $2,962,713.70

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $36,303.85. Bond Issue (20000 Account).

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

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ITEM #76

REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CONSTRUCTION #249255

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

MICHAEL E. LAMONT, Director, Office of Capital Planning and Policy

Transmitted herewith for your approval is Change Order #5 to the contract with Broadway Consolidated Companies, contractor for the Department of Corrections – Division I, IV, VII Plumbing Renovation in the amount of $50,466.92. It is respectfully requested that this honorable body approve this request.

Reason:

This change provides for ceiling replacement, substrate for shower room floor, replacement mop basins, pipe relocation and miscellaneous credits. This also provides for a 42-day time extension.

Contract No. 00-53-369

Original Contract Sum: $2,147,000.00

Total Change Orders to-date: 156,751.65

Adjusted contract to-date: 2,303,751.65

Amount of this Amendment: 50,466.92

Adjusted Contract Sum: $2,354,218.57

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $50,466.92. Bond Issue (39000 Account).

Sufficient funds have been appropriated to cover this request.

REAL ESTATE MATTERS

ITEM #77

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

JOHN W. DAVIS, Director, Real Estate Management Division

requesting approval of the first amendment to lease covering the rental of additional space at 18122 Martin Avenue, Suite 1G, Homewood, Illinois. The space referenced will be utilized together with space presently occupied for Commissioner William R. Moran’s District 6 field office. 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 #77 cont'd

Lessee:	County of Cook for the use of Commissioner William R. Moran
Lessor:	Mr. John M. Kut
Location:	18122 Martin Avenue, Suite 1G, Homewood, Illinois 60430
Term:	February 1, 2002 through November 30, 2002
Space Occupied:	550 square feet

Rent

Monthly:	$675.00 (inclusive of utilities)
Annual:	$8,100.00
Rate per square foot:	$14.72

The State’s Attorney’s Office has approved the lease as to form.

Approval recommended.

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ITEM #78

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

JOHN W. DAVIS, Director, Real Estate Management Division

requesting approval of the lease for the premises to be used by Circuit Court of Cook County’s Adult Probation Department at 533 East 103rd Street, Chicago, Illinois. The space will be utilized as a Community Site for the Circuit Court of Cook County’s Adult Probation Department. Details are:

Lessee:	County of Cook
Lessor:	MARP LLC
Agency:	Circuit Court Adult Probation Department
Location:	533 East 103rd Street, Chicago, Illinois 60628
Term:	5 Years, February 1, 2002 through January 31, 2007
Space Occupied:	1,660 square feet

Rent

Monthly:	$1,500.00
Annual:	$18,000.00
Rate per square foot:	$10.84

The State’s Attorney’s Office has approved the lease as to form.

Approval recommended.

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ITEM #79

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

JOHN W. DAVIS, Director, Real Estate Management Division

requesting approval of the lease for the premises to be used by Cook County Hospital at 2234 West Walnut Street, Chicago, Illinois. The space will be used by the Hospital for the storage of excess administrative equipment and administrative records. Details are:

REAL ESTATE MATTERS continued

ITEM #79 cont'd

Lessee:	County of Cook
Lessor:	AHSEA, Inc.
Agency:	Cook County Hospital
Location:	2234 West Walnut Street, Chicago, Illinois 60612
Term:	3 years, February 1, 2002 through January 31, 2005
Space Occupied:	6,100 square feet

RENT	1ST YEAR	2ND YEAR	3RD YEAR
Monthly:	$ 5,083.33	$ 5,235.83	$ 5,392.92
Annual:	$ 61,000.00	$ 62,830.00	$ 64,715.00
Rate square foot:	$ 10.00	$ 10.30	$ 10.60

The State’s Attorney’s Office has approved the lease as to form.

Approval recommended.

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ITEM #80

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

JOHN W. DAVIS, Director, Real Estate Management Division

requesting approval of the agreement covering the use of available thirty (30) year open item tax data for the year 2000 to Mid America Title Company. Mid America Title Company will use this information to prepare publications for its board members. The Department of Revenue maintains this information. This lease is in accordance with Ordinance No. 92-O-2, an ordinance establishing and approving the rental charges for the lease of Cook County real estate tax data by commercial users. The agreement reflects a credit from payment of 1999 tax year data that was not available.

The State’s Attorney’s Office has approved the agreement as to form.

Approval recommended.

REPORT

ITEM #81

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

DAVID ORR, County Clerk

GARY RYCYZYN, Director of Elections

submitting herewith a copy of the report concerning the selection, proposed confirmation and appointment of the Judges of Election to fill vacancies in the Office of Judge of Elections for the election precincts under the jurisdiction of the Cook County Clerk for the years 2002 and 2003.

Submitted is a list of names of persons recommended by the Chairmen of the Cook County Central Committees of both the Democratic and Republican parties to serve as Judges of Election, where vacancies exist, for the years 2002 and 2003 in the election precincts indicated.

PRECINCT BOUNDARY CHANGES

ITEM #82

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 7, 2002 from

DAVID ORR, County Clerk

GARY RYCYZYN, Director of Elections

In an attempt to reduce the number of split precincts for the Primary Election, March 19, 2002, the Election Department adjusted boundaries of 297 precincts.

Please note that the total number of precincts in either Township or County level did not change and still remains at 2502.

BID OPENING - COMMISSIONER SILVESTRI

ITEM #83

REFERRED TO RESPECTIVE DEPARTMENTS FOR REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION

Submitting for your consideration, bids which were opened under his supervision on Thursday, January 10, 2002 at 10:00 A.M., in the County Building, Chicago, Illinois.

COUNTY PURCHASING AGENT

ITEM #84

APPROVED AS AMENDED

CONTRACT NO. 02-45-281 WITH HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE, INC. (HRDI) WAS AMENDED TO REFLECT THE CORRECT BOARD APPROVAL DATE OF OCTOBER 4, 2001

CONTRACT NO. 01-51-1172 REBID WITH MOISES CONTRACTING WAS DELETED FROM PAGE 6 OF THE CONTRACTS AND BONDS LETTER.

COMMISSIONER HANSEN VOTED "NO" ON CONTRACT NO. 01-56-1256 WITH A.M.C. MECHANICAL, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 01-88-241 WITH CCIT, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 01-88-241 WITH LANSOFT OFFICE SYSTEMS; CONTRACT NO. 01-51-1239 WITH PROGRESSIVE INDUSTRIES, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 02-75-186 WITH RAVENSWOOD MEDICAL RESOURCES CORPORATION; CONTRACT NO. 01-51-1168 WITH SUTTON FORD, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 01-51-1194 WITH SUTTON FORD, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 02-51-117 WITH SUTTON FORD, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 01-88-241 WITH TABIN CORPORATION; CONTRACT NO. 01-15-597H WITH BIOELECTRONIC ENGINEERING AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES (B.E.A.M.S.); CONTRACT NO. 01-15-599H WITH BIOELECTRONIC ENGINEERING AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES (B.E.A.M.S.); CONTRACT NO. 01-15-599H WITH THE BURROWS COMPANY; CONTRACT NO. 01-15-599H WITH CENTURY PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 01-15-597H WITH DMS PHARMACEUTICAL GROUP, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 01-15-599H WITH DMS PHARMACEUTICAL GROUP, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 01-15-599H WITH DIK DRUG COMPANY; CONTRACT NO. 01-15-597H WITH DIK DRUG COMPANY; CONTRACT NO. 01-15-597H WITH JOHNSON & JOHNSON HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS, INC.; CONTRACT NO. 01-15-599H WITH RICHMOND PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.; and CONTRACT NO. 01-15-597H WITH RICHMOND PHARMACEUTICALS, 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 #85

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

WALLY S. KOS, P.E., Superintendent of Highways

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the complete preparation and painting of various road maintenance equipment and attachments.

One time purchase. (500-444 Account). Requisition No. 25008308.

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ITEM #86

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

WALLY S. KOS, P.E., Superintendent of Highways

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for the purchase of various size tires and various size inner tubes.

One time purchase. (500-444 Account). Requisition No. 25008318.

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ITEM #87

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication from

WALLY S. KOS, P.E., Superintendent of Highways

requesting authorization for the Purchasing Agent to advertise for bids for maintenance and repair service of light, medium and heavy duty Ford trucks. The maintenance and repair must be performed by factory authorized Ford dealerships only.

Contract period: May 1, 2002 through April 30, 2004. (500-444 Account). Requisition No. 25008319.

AGREEMENTS

ITEM #88

APPROVED

Submitting for your approval THREE (3) AGREEMENTS / RESOLUTIONS:

Phase II Engineering Agreement between the County of Cook and the Village of Glenview

Design engineering and preparation of construction plans, etc.

East Lake/Lake Avenue, Patriot Boulevard to Edens Expressway

in the Village of Glenview

Section: 01-A5922-02-EG

Fiscal Impact: $768,263.00 (The County will reimburse the Village 100%)

from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund (600-600 Account)

Phase II Engineering Agreement between the County of Cook and

the Village of Elk Grove Village

Design engineering and preparation of construction plans, etc.

Landmeier Road at Busse Road

in the Village of Elk Grove Village

Section: 01-A6817-02-CH

Fiscal Impact: $39,000.00 (The County will reimburse the Village 30%)

from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund (600-600 Account)

HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT MATTERS continued

AGREEMENTS continued

ITEM #88 cont'd

Phase II Engineering Agreement between the County of Cook and

the Village of Elk Grove Village

Devon Avenue at Busse Road

in the Village of Elk Grove Village

Section: 01-B1117-05-CH

Fiscal Impact: $58,000.00 (The County will reimburse the Village 30%)

from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund (600-600 Account)

APPROVAL OF PAYMENT

ITEM #89

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 11, 2002 from

WALLY S. KOS, P.E., Superintendent of Highways

requesting approval of payment in the amount of $131,068.00 to the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission (NIPC), Chicago, Illinois. This is for the fiscal year 2002 annual contribution to the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission.

Estimated Fiscal Impact: $131,068.00. (501-880 Account).

IMPROVEMENT RESOLUTION

ITEM #90

APPROVED

Submitting for your approval ONE (1) IMPROVEMENT RESOLUTION:

1.	Motor Fuel Tax Project Engineering services East Lake/Lake Avenue, Patriot Boulevard to Laramie Avenue in the Villages of Glenview and Wilmette Section: 01-A5922-02-EG Fiscal Impact: $1,300,000.00 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund (600-600 Account)

SUPPLEMENTAL IMPROVEMENT RESOLUTIONS

ITEM #91

APPROVED

Submitting for your approval TWO (2) SUPPLEMENTAL IMPROVEMENT RESOLUTIONS:

Motor Fuel Tax Project

Widening the existing structure and approaches, etc.

Lake-Cook Road at Wisconsin Central Railroad

in the Villages of Buffalo Grove and Wheeling

Section: 92-A5016-03-BR

Fiscal Impact: $2,500,000.00 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund (600-600 Account)

Board approved amount 11-02-92: $5,000,000.00

Increase requested: 2,500,000.00

Adjusted amount: $7,500,000.00

On November 2, 1992, your Honorable Body approved an Improvement Resolution appropriating $5,000,000.00 towards completion of the project. Additional funding is required as the result of inflation in material and construction cost since the original appropriation and increased project scope not anticipated in the original construction estimate.

HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT MATTERS continued

SUPPLEMENTAL IMPROVEMENT RESOLUTIONS continued

ITEM #91 cont'd

Motor Fuel Tax Project

Interconnecting existing traffic signals, etc.

Lake Avenue, Sunset Ridge Road to Laramie Avenue

in the Villages of Glenview and Wilmette

Section: 97-A5923-06-TL

Fiscal Impact: $200,000.00 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund (600-600 Account)

Board approved amount 11-18-97: $ 850,000.00

Increase requested: 200,000.00

Adjusted amount: $1,050,000.00

On November 18, 1997, your Honorable Body approved an Improvement Resolution appropriating $850,000.00 for a project interconnecting existing traffic signals in the referenced limits. Subsequent design evaluation shows that intersection channelization is required to optimize the signal interconnection. This Addendum adds channelization design and right-of-way acquisition to the scope of that improvement and an additional $200,000.00 is requested toward the completion of the project.

CHANGE IN PLANS AND EXTRA WORK

ITEM #92

REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON ROADS AND BRIDGES

Submitting three (3) change in plans and extra work:

1. Section: 99-W4832-01-RS. Ashland Avenue, Kennedy Expressway to Addison Street in the City of Chicago. Adjustment of quantities and new items. $488,649.25 (Addition).

#249256

2. Section: 99-W9513-03-RP. Group 5-2000: Francisco Avenue, Broadway Street to Vermont Road; 175th Street at Dan Ryan Expressway West Leg (I-57) the Village of Robbins, the City of Blue Island and Unincorporated Cook County. Adjustment of quantities and new items. $44,085.70 (Addition).

#249257

3. Section: 95-7BLDG-02-MG. Building replacement District #5 in the City of Blue Island and the Village of Riverdale. Adjustment of quantities and new items. $106,251.98 (Addition).

#249258

PROVIDENT HOSPITAL OF COOK COUNTY

JOINT CONFERENCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

ITEM #93

RECEIVED AND FILED

Transmitting a Communication from

STEPHANIE WRIGHT-GRIGGS, Chief Operating Officer, Provident Hospital of Cook County

submitting herewith the Provident Hospital of Cook County Joint Conference Committee minutes for the meeting held on October 12, 2001.

PROPOSED ORDINANCE

ITEM #94

REJECTED

The following item was deferred at the January 8, 2002 Board Meeting:

Submitting a Proposed Ordinance sponsored by

WILLIAM R. MORAN, County Commissioner

PROPOSED ORDINANCE

COOK COUNTY INMATE PROCESSING FEE ORDINANCE

WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners seeks to provide the same quality and amount of services for the people of Cook County without raising taxes; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Sheriff’s Office processes inmates entering and exiting from the Cook County jail, expending a great deal of manpower and resources to accomplish this task; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners desires to establish a fee for processing inmates, except in cases where the inmate is indigent; and

WHEREAS, Section 730 ILCS 125/20 allows the County Board to require convicted persons confined in the Cook County Jail to reimburse the County for the costs of the convicted person’s incarceration; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County:

Section:

1. Amount

2. Collection

3. Contesting Payment

4. Notice

5. Severability

6. Short Title

7. Effective Date

Section 1. Amount

1. That the Cook County Board of Commissioners shall assess a processing fee of $25.00 for each inmate, to be charged after conviction, if that inmate was or will be housed within any of Cook County’s jails.

Section 2. Collection

2. That the processing fee shall be collected upon conviction of the inmate or the fee shall be deducted from the inmate’s Trust Account and deposited in the Cook County General Fund to be appropriated pursuant to Illinois Law. If an inmate is released before paying their processing fee, Cook County may make a claim against any funds possessed by the inmate.

Section 3. Contesting Payment

3. If an inmate can prove to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office they do not have sufficient funds in order to pay the processing fee, the fee shall be collected at a later date or waived at the discretion of the Cook County Sheriff. If the inmate can prove the fee was improperly imposed upon the inmate, the fee shall be waived.

PROPOSED ORDINANCE continued

ITEM #94 cont'd

Section 4. Notice

4. Upon entering any Cook County jail an inmate shall be informed, by signs or other written documents, of the fee the inmate must pay upon conviction.

Section 5. Severablity

5. If any portion of this Ordinance or the application therefore to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity does not affect other provisions or applications of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid application or provision, and to this end the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable. If any section, sentence or clause of this Ordinance shall be adjudged unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or of any section, sentence or clause thereof not adjudged unconstitutional.

Section 6. Short Title

6. This Ordinance shall be known and may be cited as the Cook County Inmate Processing Fee Ordinance.

Section 7. Effective Date

7. This Ordinance shall be effective for inmates convicted after July 1, 2002.

ORDINANCE AMENDMENT

ITEM #95

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated December 24, 2001 from

KAREN L. SCOTT, M.D., M.P.H., Chief Operating Officer, Department of Public Health

Transmitting a communication requesting approval of two (2) amendments to the Cook County Youth Tobacco Control Ordinance, Section 4 - Prohibitions on Sale or Distribution of Tobacco Products. The requested amendments would restrict self-service displays of tobacco and require cashiers selling tobacco to be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Studies have shown that these actions reduce the incidence of sales to youth.

Submitting a Proposed Ordinance Amendment sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President, Cook County Board of Commissioners

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN P. DALEY, JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,

PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER,

County Commissioners

ORDINANCE AMENDMENT

COOK COUNTY YOUTH TOBACCO CONTROL ORDINANCE

WHEREAS, the County of Cook is a home rule unit of local government pursuant to Article VII Section 6(a) of the 1970 Illinois Constitution; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners finds that youth addiction to tobacco is a public health problem with grave consequences; and

ORDINANCE AMENDMENT continued

ITEM #95 cont'd

WHEREAS, the Surgeon General of the United States has declared that nicotine addiction from tobacco is similar to addiction to cocaine and is the most widespread example of drug dependence in this country; and

WHEREAS, the Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse concluded that the majority of Americans who die from cigarette smoking became addicted to nicotine as adolescents; and

WHEREAS, studies by the Cook County Department of Public Health indicate that youth have little difficulty purchasing tobacco products from area merchants; and

WHEREAS, approximately fifty-four (54) communities in suburban Cook County have adopted ordinances that prohibit the distribution of tobacco products to persons under eighteen years of age.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF COOK, ILLINOIS, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1 - TITLE

This Ordinance shall be known and may be cited as the Cook County Youth Tobacco Control Ordinance.

SECTION 2 - DEFINITIONS

As used in this Ordinance:

"Retailer" means any person who sells tobacco products to individuals for personal consumption, or who operates a facility containing vending machines that dispense tobacco products or self-service displays of tobacco products in unincorporated Cook County.

"Tobacco products" means any substance containing tobacco leaf, including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, snuff, smoking tobacco, and/or smokeless tobacco.

"Person" means an individual, firm, partnership, joint venture, association, corporation, estate, trust, trustee, or any other group or combination acting as a unit, excepting the United States of America, the State of Illinois, and any political subdivision thereof.

"Tobacco product sample" means a tobacco product distributed to members of the general public at no cost or at nominal cost for purposes of promoting the product.

"Vending machine" means any mechanical, electronic or self-service device which upon insertion of money, tokens or any other form of payment, automatically dispenses tobacco products.

“Distribute" means to give, sell, deliver, dispense or issue or offer to give, sell, deliver, dispense or issue, or cause or hire any person to give, sell, deliver, dispense, issue or offer to give, sell, deliver, dispense or issue.

"Public place" means any area to which the public is invited or permitted.

"Tavern" means an enclosed place of business kept, used, maintained, advertised and held out to the public as a place that primarily serves alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises and in which providing entertainment or the serving of food is only incidental or secondary to the sale of alcoholic beverages for immediate consumption. Examples of places of business not deemed to be taverns within the definitions of this paragraph include, but are not limited to, restaurants, catering halls, bowling alleys, billiard parlors, discotheques, theaters and arenas.

"Photographic identification" means any officially issued card containing the bearer’s date of birth that includes a photograph of the person seeking to purchase tobacco products and that is accepted as proof of age under Illinois law.

"Point of sale" means a store, stand, building, boat, vending machine or any other separate place of business maintained by a seller from which tobacco products are made available for sale or distribution to consumers. Point of sale does not include separate cash registers or service counters within a store or other place of business.

“Licensee” means any person obtaining a tobacco product retailer’s license under this Ordinance.

“Ordinance” means the Cook County Youth Tobacco Control Ordinance.

ORDINANCE AMENDMENT continued

ITEM #95 cont'd

SECTION 3 - JURISDICTION

This Ordinance applies to retailers of tobacco products in unincorporated Cook County, including any person who sells tobacco products to individuals for personal consumption or who operates a facility containing vending machines which dispense tobacco products or self-service displays of tobacco products.

SECTION 4 - PROHIBITIONS ON SALE OR DISTRIBUTION OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS

A. Underage Tobacco Sales

1. No retailer may sell or distribute tobacco products to any person under 18 years of age.

2. Each retailer shall request and examine the photographic identification of any person purchasing tobacco products so as to verify that the purchaser is over 18 years of age. No such verification is required for any person who appears without reasonable doubt to be over the age of 27.

B. Sale of Tobacco Products Other Than in Sealed Packages

No retailer may break or otherwise open any cigarette or smokeless tobacco package to sell or distribute individual cigarettes or a number of unpackaged cigarettes that is smaller than the minimum cigarette package size of 20 cigarettes or any quantity of cigarette tobacco or smokeless tobacco that is smaller than the smallest package distributed by the manufacturer for individual consumer use.

C. Distribution of tobacco product samples prohibited.

No person shall give away, barter, exchange, distribute or in any way dispense free of charge or at nominal cost any tobacco product samples, and/or any coupon redeemable for any tobacco products, on any public street, alley, sidewalk, or in any public park, ground or playground, or in areas open to the public in any publicly owned or operated building or at any place located within 500 feet of any building or other location used primarily as a school, child care facility, or for the education or recreation of children under 18 years of age.

D. Prohibited locations.

No retailer shall sell or distribute tobacco products at any place located within 500 feet of any building or other location used primarily as a school, child care facility, or for the education or recreation of children under 18 years of age. This prohibition shall not apply to those businesses engaged in the retail sale of tobacco products at a location that would otherwise be prohibited by this Ordinance that were in existence prior to passage of this Ordinance. This exemption shall apply to any new owner at the same location providing the same service.

E. Restrictions on tobacco product vending machines.

1. No retailer shall sell or distribute tobacco products through a vending machine unless the vending machine is located:

(a) in an area of factories, businesses, offices, private clubs and other places not open to the public; or

(b) in taverns.

2. Tobacco products may be sold or distributed by a tobacco product vending machine in a tavern only in the following ways:

(a) the tobacco product vending machine must be placed at a distance of a minimum of 25 feet from any entrance to the premises; and

(b) the tobacco product vending machine must be directly visible by the owner or the lessee of the premises, or his or her employee or agent during the operation of such vending machine.

ORDINANCE AMENDMENT continued

ITEM #95 cont'd

F. Posting of warning to minors.

Every retailer of tobacco products shall place and maintain, in legible condition, at each point of sale of tobacco products to consumers, including the front of each vending machine, a sign stating:

Warning

It is a Violation of the Law For Cigarettes Or Other Tobacco Products To Be Sold To Any Person Under The Age of 18.

The sign shall not be less than eight (8) inches by eleven (11) inches in size, except for a sign placed on the front of a vending machine. The sign for a vending machine shall not be less than four (4) inches by four (4) inches in size. The text of such printed card shall be in red letters on a white background, said letters to be at least one inch high.

G. Self-Service Sales Prohibited

It shall be unlawful to sell, offer for sale, give away, or display tobacco products for sale at any location where the consumer can acquire those products through self-service. All tobacco products will be displayed from behind a sales/service counter so that no consumer can access tobacco products without assistance by an employee of the licensee. This restriction shall not apply to customer self-service as described in Section 4 E - Restriction on Tobacco Product Vending Machines.

H. Minimum Age to Sell Tobacco Products

It shall be unlawful for any licensee or any officer, associate, member, representative, agent or employee of such licensee to engage, employ or permit any person under eighteen (18) years of age to sell tobacco products in any licensed premises.

SECTION 5 - LICENSING OF TOBACCO PRODUCT RETAILERS

A. License requirement

No person shall engage in the retail sale of tobacco products or operate a facility containing vending machines that dispense tobacco products unless the person is authorized to do so by a license issued pursuant to this Ordinance, or is an employee or agent of a person who has been issued a license pursuant to this Ordinance. A separate license must be obtained for each point of sale maintained by the retailer. The license to sell tobacco products shall be displayed prominently at the point of sale for which it is issued.

B. License Administration

The Department of Public Health shall administer the licensing of retailers of tobacco products and shall approve or deny all applications for licenses and revoke existing licenses pursuant to this Ordinance.

C. License - application

An application for a tobacco retailer's license shall be filed in writing with the Department of Public Health on a form provided by the Department. Each application for a license shall contain the following:

1. the applicant’s full name, the address and telephone number where the applicant is engaged in the business of the retail sale of tobacco products and the name, address and telephone number of the person authorized to receive notices issued pursuant to this Ordinance;

2. if the applicant is a corporation, the corporate name, the address and telephone number of the principal place of business; the date and state of incorporation; the names of the corporate officers and the name, address and telephone number of the person authorized to receive notices issued pursuant to this Ordinance;

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3. if the applicant is a partnership, the name, address and telephone number of the principal place of business; the names of all partners; the name, address and telephone number of a person authorized to receive notices issued pursuant to the Ordinance.

Any retailer whose license is revoked for violating this Ordinance shall be prohibited from obtaining a tobacco retailer’s license for one year.

D. Licenses for Tobacco Product Vending Machines

The Department of Public Health shall issue an adhesive self-voiding license emblem to be placed on each licensed tobacco product vending machine. Each license emblem shall be coded to identify the retailer who has control over each tobacco product vending machine. The license emblem shall bear the words County of Cook, Licensed Tobacco Product Vending Machine. The license shall designate the period of time for which the license is valid, shall contain a reproduction of the County seal along with the name of the County Board President; shall contain a space for a brief description of the name, style and type of vending machine to be licensed; the location of the vending machine and such other language as may be prescribed by the President of the County Board. A replacement license emblem will not be issued unless the application for such replacement emblem is accompanied by a police report of the incident in which the emblem to be replaced was lost, stolen or mutilated, or unless the remnants of the emblem being replaced are submitted with the replacement application.

E. License - Term

Every retailer's license shall be issued for an annual period beginning January 1st and ending December 31st. Each license shall expire on the last day of the license year for which the license was issued.

F. License Fee

The annual license fee for a retailer shall be $125.00 per license. If a licensee operates more than one vending machine at the same premises, the licensee shall pay the annual license fee of $125.00 for the first vending machine license and $25.00 for each additional vending machine license.

G. License - Transfer prohibited

The transfer of any license issued hereunder is prohibited. Any such purported transfer is void.

SECTION 6 - ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

A. Duties of Department of Health

1. The Department of Public Health shall be responsible for the enforcement and administration of this Ordinance.

2. The Department of Public Health shall conduct random, unannounced inspections at locations where tobacco products are sold, including tobacco vending machines, to ensure compliance with the Ordinance.

3. The Department of Public Health shall promulgate reasonable rules and regulations consistent with this Ordinance to provide for the enforcement and administration of this Ordinance. The Rules and Regulations shall establish procedures for administrative action against those who violate the Ordinance and for a method of administrative adjudication of the violation or violations.

4. Any rules or regulations promulgated under the Ordinance shall be filed in the Department of Public Health’s principal office and shall be made available for public inspection. Copies shall be made available upon request and payment of a reasonable fee as determined by the Department to cover the cost of providing the copy.

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B. Penalties

1. The Department of Public Health shall impose a fine upon any person who violates the provisions of Section 4 of this Ordinance. Each instance in which Section 4 is violated shall constitute a separate and distinct offense. Penalties imposed shall include the following:

a) for a first violation, an administrative penalty of $250;

b) for a second violation, occurring after a final determination of liability for a first violation, and within a twelve (12) month period, an administrative penalty of $500 and a suspension of the license of the retail tobacco dealer for thirty (30) days;

c) for a third violation, occurring after a final determination of liability for a second violation and within a twelve (12) month period, an administrative penalty of $1000 and a revocation of the license of the retail tobacco dealer for one (1) year.

2. The Department of Public Health shall impose a $500 fine upon any person who sells tobacco products without a license as required by Section 5(A) of this Ordinance or after a license issued pursuant to this Ordinance has been suspended. Each instance in which a person sells tobacco products in violation of Section 5(A) shall constitute a separate and distinct violation.

3. In addition to imposing the fines and other penalties provided by this Ordinance, the Department of Public Health may request the State’s Attorney to make application on behalf of Cook County to the Circuit Court of Cook County for an injunction requiring compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance or for such order as the court may deem necessary or appropriate to secure such compliance. The State’s Attorney may then institute such proceedings on behalf of Cook Country as provided by law.

C. Judicial Review

A person may seek a writ of certiorari from the Chancery Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County according to applicable law, appealing any final determination of liability or decision of the Department of Public Health under this Ordinance.

SECTION 7 - SEVERABILITY

If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence or clause of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person is for any reason deemed to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect, impair or invalidate any remaining portion, section or part thereof or application of this Ordinance to any other person.

SECTION 8 - EFFECTIVE DATE

This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force as of January 1, 1998.

The January 24, 2002 amendments to the Cook County Youth Tobacco Ordinance shall be effective upon passage.

RESOLUTIONS

ITEM #96

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 16, 2002 from

JOHN F. CHAMBERS, County Comptroller

Transmitted herewith for your consideration are Resolutions providing for the transfer of $34,500,000.00 from the County's Motor Fuel Tax Fund to the County's Public Safety Fund and the County's Circuit Court Automation Fund for the Fiscal Year 2002.

Your approval of these Resolutions is recommended.

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RESOLUTION

A RESOLUTION providing for the transfer of funds from the

Motor Fuel Tax Fund of The County of Cook, Illinois to the

Public Safety Fund of The County of Cook, Illinois.

PREAMBLES

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 powers granted by said Section 6(a) of Article VII of said Constitution of 1970, exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and

WHEREAS, the County has previously established a Motor Fuel Tax Fund of the County (the “Motor Fuel Tax Fund”); and

WHEREAS, Article 5, Division 1, Section 5-701.10 of the Illinois Highway Code, as amended (Ill. Rev. Stat. (1991), Ch. 121,¶ 5-701-10), authorizes the County to use any motor fuel tax money allotted to the County for the purpose of paying any and all expenditures resulting from activities conducted by the circuit court located in the County and for the further purpose of paying any and all expenditures resulting from the activities of any County department which has a relation to highways located within the County; and

WHEREAS, moneys existing in the Motor Fuel Tax Fund may be used to pay any and all expenditures resulting from the activities conducted by the circuit court located in the County and for the further purpose of paying any and all expenditures resulting from the activities of any County department which has a relation to highways located within the County by transferring such moneys, in whole or in part, to the Public Safety Fund of the County (the “Public Safety Fund”); and

WHEREAS, moneys will be available in the Motor Fuel Tax Fund for transfer to the Public Safety Fund during the Fiscal Year 2002; and

WHEREAS, the County has determined it to be in its best interest to transfer $32,000,000 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund to the Public Safety Fund.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Cook, Illinois, as follows:

Section 1. Incorporation of Preambles. The Board hereby finds that all of the recitals contained in the preambles to this Resolution are full, true, and correct and does hereby incorporate them into this Resolution by this reference.

Section 2. Authorization. It is hereby found and determined that the Board has been authorized by law to transfer a sum of $32,000,000.00 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund to the Public Safety Fund.

Section 3. Transfer of Funds. The Treasurer of the County is hereby directed to transfer from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund a sum of $32,000,000.00 which amount is to be placed to the credit of the Public Safety Fund for expenditures resulting from activities conducted by the circuit court of the County and for highway related County department expenditures for the Fiscal Year 2002.

Section 4. Filing of the Resolution. The Board hereby directs the Clerk of the County to file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Treasurer of the County and the Treasurer is hereby directed to cause the transfer of moneys as provided by, and for the purpose set forth, in this Resolution.

Section 5. Severability. If any section, paragraph or provision of this Resolution shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the invalidity or unenforceability of such section, paragraph or provision shall not affect any of the remaining provisions of this Resolution.

Section 6. Repealer. All ordinances, resolutions or orders, or parts thereof, in conflict with the provisions of this Resolution are to the extent of such conflict hereby repealed.

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Section 7. Constitutional Power of the County. This Resolution is adopted pursuant to the constitutional powers of the County as a home rule unit notwithstanding any provisions of the Illinois Revised Statutes to the contrary.

Section 8. Effective Date. The Board hereby finds that this Resolution shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its passage by the Board and approval by the President of the Board.

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ITEM #97

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 16, 2002 from

JOHN F. CHAMBERS, County Comptroller

RESOLUTION

A RESOLUTION providing for the transfer of funds from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund of The County of Cook, Illinois to the Circuit Court Automation Fund of The County of Cook, Illinois

PREAMBLES

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 powers granted by said Section 6(a) of Article VII of said Constitution of 1970, exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and

WHEREAS, the County has previously established a Motor Fuel Tax Fund of the County (the "Motor Fuel Tax Fund"); and

WHEREAS, moneys existing in the Motor Fuel Tax Fund may be used to pay any and all expenditures resulting from the activities conducted by the circuit court located in the County and for the further purpose of paying any and all expenditures resulting from the activities of any County department which has a relation to highways located within the County by transferring such moneys, in whole or in part, to the Circuit Court Automation Fund of the County (the "Automation Fund"); and

WHEREAS, moneys will be available in the Motor Fuel Tax Fund for transfer to the Automation Fund during the Fiscal Year 2002; and

WHEREAS, the County has determined it to be in its best interest to transfer $2,500,000.00 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund to the Automation Fund.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Cook, Illinois, as follows:

Section 1. Incorporation of Preambles. The Board hereby finds that all of the recitals contained in the preambles to this Resolution are full, true, and correct and does hereby incorporate them into this Resolution by this reference.

Section 2. Authorization. It is hereby found and determined that the Board has been authorized by law to transfer a sum of $2,500,000.00 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund to the Automation Fund.

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Section 3. Transfer of Funds. The Treasurer of the County is hereby directed to transfer from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund a sum of $2,500,000.00 which amount is to be placed to the credit of the Automation Fund for expenditures resulting from activities conducted by the circuit court of the County and for highway related County department expenditures for the Fiscal Year 2002.

Section 6. Repealer. All ordinances, resolutions or orders, or parts thereof, in conflict with the provisions of this Resolution are to the extent of such conflict hereby repealed.

Section 7. Constitutional Power of the County. This Resolution is adopted pursuant to the constitutional powers of the County as a home rule unit notwithstanding any provisions of the Illinois Revised Statutes to the contrary.

Section 8. Effective Date. The Board hereby finds that this Resolution shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its passage by the Board and approval by the President of the Board.

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ITEM #98

APPROVED

Transmitting a Communication, dated January 16, 2002 from

JOHN F. CHAMBERS, County Comptroller

Transmitted herewith for your consideration is a Resolution providing for the transfer of working cash funds for the Fiscal Year 2002.

The Fiscal Year 2002 Budget Resolution along with this Resolution will allow for the maintenance of an estimated $302,552,711 in the County's consolidated working cash fund and the ability to utilize working cash funds throughout the year in order to sustain the four major operating funds while awaiting distribution of the first and second installment of real estate tax collections. The working cash funds will be repaid throughout Fiscal Year 2002 in accordance with the past practices.

Your approval of this Resolution is recommended.

RESOLUTION

A RESOLUTION providing for a Working Cash Fund of the County

of Cook and for transfers therefrom for the Fiscal Year 2002

PREAMBLES

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 powers granted by said Section 6(a) of Article VII of said Constitution of 1970, exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and

WHEREAS, the County maintains the Corporate, Public Safety, Health Facilities and Election Funds as independent, self-balancing funds for accounting purposes; and

WHEREAS, the County has previously established separate Working Cash Funds for Corporate, Public Safety, Health Facilities and Election Fund purposes; and

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WHEREAS, all taxes and other receipts in support of Corporate, Public Safety, Health Facilities and Election Fund purposes are paid into a single account, the County's “A” account; and

WHEREAS, the County has therefore determined that it is possible to consolidate its Working Cash Funds while maintaining the accounting integrity of the Corporate, Public Safety, Health Facilities and Election Funds; and

WHEREAS, the County has determined it to be more efficient and to require less borrowing to manage its cash on the basis of a consolidated Working Cash Fund; and

WHEREAS, it becomes necessary from time to time to borrow from a Working Cash Fund to meet ordinary and contingent expenses of the Corporate, Public Safety, Health Facilities and Election Funds of the County for cash flow needs in anticipation of settlement of various accounts receivable, including property taxes; and

WHEREAS, it shall be the policy of Cook County to repay all loans to the Corporate, Public Safety, Health Facilities and Election Funds from any Working Cash Fund from any and all available funds prior to the end of the fiscal year during which the loan or loans were made; and

WHEREAS, the Annual Appropriation Bill for Fiscal Year 2002 for Cook County, Section 16, establishes a limit of $302.5 million for the Working Cash Funds.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Cook, Illinois, as follows:

Section 2. Authorization. There is hereby created a single, consolidated Working Cash Fund in the amount of $302.5 million to be used for the purposes described above.

Section 3. Transfer of Funds by the Treasurer. The Treasurer of Cook County is hereby directed to consolidate all balances in the County's various Working Cash Funds, and to make available all remaining sums, not to exceed $302.5 million, for 2002 cash flow borrowing needs to be transferred from time to time.

Section 4. Transfer of Funds by the Comptroller. The Comptroller is hereby directed to transfer to the Treasurer from any and all available funds, the full aggregate amount borrowed therefrom prior to November 30, 2002.

Section 5. Filing of the Resolution. The Board hereby directs the Clerk of the County to file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Treasurer of the County and the Treasurer is hereby directed to cause the transfer of moneys as provided by, and for the purpose set forth, in this Resolution.

Section 6. Severability. If any section, paragraph or provision of this Resolution shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the invalidity or unenforceability of such section, paragraph or provision shall not affect any of the remaining provisions of this Resolution.

Section 7. Repealer. All ordinances, resolutions or orders, or parts thereof, in conflict with the provisions of this Resolution are to the extent of such conflict hereby repealed.

Section 8. Constitutional Power of the County. This Resolution is adopted pursuant to the constitutional powers of the County as a home rule unit notwithstanding any provisions of the Illinois Revised Statutes to the contrary.

Section 9. Effective Date. The Board finds and determines that this resolution shall be in full force and effect for the fiscal year 2002, December 1, 2001 through November 30, 2002.

CONSENT CALENDAR

ITEM #99

APPROVED

CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM #17 WAS WITHDRAWN AND PLACED ON THE NEW ITEMS AGENDA, ITEM #4

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 22 Consent Calendar items for January 24, 2002.

CC ITEM #1

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

JOHN P. DALEY, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR. and TED LECHOWICZ,

County Commissioners

Co-Sponsored by

JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst,

John T. ''Jack'' Carey

born into time October 27, 1952

passed into eternity January 6, 2002, and

WHEREAS John T. “Jack” Carey was the beloved husband of Alexandra (nee Stevens), and

WHEREAS John T. “Jack” Carey was the loving son of Ruth and the late Joe Carey, and

WHEREAS John T. “Jack” Carey was the dear brother of Daniel Carey and Margaret Randolph, and

WHEREAS John T. “Jack” Carey was the loving uncle of eight nieces and nephews, and

WHEREAS John T. “Jack” Carey was president of the Cook County Public Defender’s Union, and in this role was a tireless advocate for the interests of his colleagues, and

WHEREAS John T. “Jack” Carey was held in the highest regard by members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners for the professional manner in which he conducted his numerous appearances before the Board on issues of concern to his union members, and

WHEREAS John T. “Jack” Carey received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Cincinnati, a master’s degree from the University of Chicago, and a law degree from Loyola University, and

WHEREAS all who knew him will attest that John T. “Jack” Carey 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 relatives, 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 John T. “Jack” Carey, 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 John T. “Jack” Carey, 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, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR. and TED LECHOWICZ,

County Commissioners

Co-Sponsored by

JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst,

Louis Greifenstein, Sr.

born into time February 14, 1913

passed into eternity January 8, 2002, and

WHEREAS Louis Greifenstein, Sr. was the dearly beloved husband of the late Dorothy Baker Greifenstein, and

WHEREAS Louis Greifenstein, Sr. was the devoted father of Louis Jr. (Kathleen), Henry L. (Sandra), Frank (Geraldine) Greifenstein and the late William and the late Robert Greifenstein, and

WHEREAS Louis Greifenstein, Sr. was the loving grandfather of Laura (Neil) Laibly, Louis D. (Donna) Greifenstein and Henry William (Nadine) Greifenstein, and

WHEREAS Louis Greifenstein, Sr. was the cherished great-grandfather of Blake, Brandon and Brooke Laibly and Lily Greifenstein, and

WHEREAS Louis Greifenstein, Sr. was the fond uncle of many nieces and nephews, and

WHEREAS Louis Greifenstein, Sr. was the proprietor of Holden Drug Company for over 70 years, and was known and loved by his customers for his helpful manner and willingness to contribute to the welfare of the community, and

WHEREAS all who knew him will attest that Louis Greifenstein, Sr. 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 relatives, 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 Louis Greifenstein, Sr., 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 Louis Greifenstein, Sr., 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, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR. and TED LECHOWICZ,

County Commissioners

Co-Sponsored by

JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, 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 teacher Miss Ruth Czarnecki, 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:

Alexander Allen, Trasel Almarinez, Adrian Cervantes, Terrance Clancy, Amber Contreras, Vincent Deng, Gerardo Esquivel, Christian Garcia, Nicolas Guzman, Raven Hurtado, Mark Johnson, Ryan Kaput, John Kazaklis, Eva Leung, Doneri Mayhay, Rebecca Medina, Juanito Munoz, Elliott Ramirez, Matthew Ramirez, Michael Spalla, Gordon Tsang, Colleen Williams, Manuel Yu III, and Stephanie Zondlak-Finegan; 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 #4

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

ALLAN C. CARR, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

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CC ITEM #4 cont'd

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Sunday, February 10, 2002, the Boy Scouts of America Troop 111, which the Holy Name Society of St. Louise D. Marillac Parish sponsors, will present the rank of Eagle Scout to Thomas W. Patrick Kuttenberg; and

WHEREAS, the rank of Eagle Scout is the highest achievement a Boy Scout can acquire. They award it to a member who conscientiously completes a significant service project and has earned the required twenty-one merit badges; and

WHEREAS, Thomas W. Patrick Kuttenberg is a senior at Lyons Township High School and is active in Peaceable Schools Initiative (P.S.I.). He is also a member of Who’s Who American High School Students and an active member of the BSA Venture Crew Program and President of the Council Venture Crew; and

WHEREAS, Thomas has been a member of Troop 111 since September 1990 and has worked diligently to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, Thomas’ Eagle Scout Project required that he coordinate a crew that spent countless hours and several days removing overgrown foliage, constructing a retaining wall and landscaping a site in front of St. Louise School.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby congratulate Thomas W. Patrick Kuttenberg on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout and commend him for his unwavering commitment to the Boy Scouts of America; 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 Thomas W. Patrick Kuttenberg as recognition for his good work and commitment to all aspects of the community.

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CC ITEM #5

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

ALLAN C. CARR, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Thomas Adam Gjondla is a sophomore at Riverside-Brookfield High School and is also a member of the swim team; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Adam Gjondla has been a member of Troop 111 since February 1998 and has worked diligently to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout; and

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CC ITEM #5 cont'd

WHEREAS, Thomas’ Eagle Scout project required that he restore Kiwanis Park in Brookfield to a natural Savannah state by using various techniques to achieve his goal. He removed the overgrown foliage that would eventually choke out the native species and replanted vegetation natural to the area thereby encouraging new plant growth. The Town of Brookfield was so impressed with Tom’s ability to coordinate and complete his project that they appointed him the youngest voting member of the Brookfield Conservation Board.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby congratulate Thomas Adam Gjondla on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout and commend him for his unwavering commitment to the Boy Scouts of America; 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 Thomas Adam Gjondla as recognition for his good work and commitment to all aspects of the community.

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CC ITEM #6

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

ALLAN C. CARR, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Daniel Richard Fahey is a Senior at Riverside-Brookfield High School and is on the soccer and tennis teams. He is also a member of the ski club, fishing club and German club; and

WHEREAS, Daniel Richard Fahey has been a member of Troop 111 since September 1990 and has worked diligently to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, Daniel’s Eagle Scout project required the coordination to encourage the proliferation of the Blue Bird and Bat species native to the Brookfield area. He built bird houses and bat houses and planned and worked with a crew in the installation of the habitats in the area including Kiwanis Park.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby congratulate Daniel Richard Fahey on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout and commend him for his unwavering commitment to the Boy Scouts of America; 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 Daniel Richard Fahey as recognition for his good work and commitment to all aspects of the community.

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ITEM #99 cont'd

CC ITEM #7

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

ALLAN C. CARR, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO,

WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Charles Martin Gjondla is a senior at Riverside-Brookfield High School and is also a member of the baseball, football and wrestling teams; and

WHEREAS, Charles Martin Gjondla has been a member of Troop 111 since February 1998, and has worked diligently to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, Charles’ Eagle Scout Project required that he direct a crew that established the central camp for the American Cancer Society at Kiwanis Park in Brookfield. This fundraiser was an overnight walk-a-thon that was an enormous success. Charles and his crew not only helped set up the camp but they also assisted in transporting all the camping equipment of all participants. During the walk-a-thon Charles and his crew provided security for the participants and were the designated clean-up crew when the event concluded.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby congratulate Charles Martin Gjondla on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout and commend him for his unwavering commitment to the Boy Scouts of America; 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 Charles Martin Gjondla as recognition for his good work and commitment to all aspects of the community.

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CC ITEM #8

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT and BOBBIE L. STEELE, County Commissioners

Co-Sponsored by

JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,

PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS AND CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

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RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom called from our midst Sid Ordower; and

WHEREAS, Sid Ordower, a daring politician and champion of civil rights was a significant and dedicated individual to America and the people of Chicago. He possessed an insatiable quest for the justice of every man; and

WHEREAS, Sid Ordower joined World War II to fight Hitlerism and was highly decorated as a Combat Infantry Captain. With the American Veterans Committee, the United Electrical Workers District II and as a radio news commentator, Ordower fought and defended the rights of Black veterans to live in public housing airport homes; and

WHEREAS, Sid Ordower led several movements to combat mob violence against African-Americans. With his program on WJJD, “Chicago Speaks,” he fought against racism, bigotry and discrimination in every form; and

WHEREAS, not only was Ordower motivated for human rights and equality in all their forms, he was a significant force in projecting the culture of African-Americans through the genres of ethnic music. Through his program “Jubilee Showcase”, many spiritual singers rose to international fame; and

WHEREAS, Sid Ordower ensured that democracy served every human being. He risked his own life for others who were in peril because of racism and diabolical injustice. He will be sorely missed. He is gone, but not forgotten.

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, does hereby extend to the family of the late Sid Ordower our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies, for their loss is shared by this Honorable Body and the people of Cook Count; 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 Sid Ordower in honor of his memory.

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CC ITEM #9

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS and BOBBIE L. STEELE, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst,

JOHN P. FOX, JR.

WHEREAS, John P. Fox was the loving brother of Mildred and (the late) Mary Alice, dear uncle of Nancy, Richard, William and John, and many grand nieces and nephews, and

WHEREAS, John P. Fox was born in Chicago and raised in the Uptown neighborhood. He graduated from Loyola Academy and Loyola University and received a law degree from Loyola University after the war, and

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WHEREAS, John P. Fox bravely served his country in the Navy during World War II. He served in the Pacific and was navigator for the hospital ship, USS Comfort, when it was struck by a kamikaze plane, killing many aboard, and

WHEREAS, John P. Fox embarked on a long and notable career with then up-and-coming Beatrice Foods. During the next 30 years, he helped turn Beatrice into one of the largest companies in the United States, and

WHEREAS, John P. Fox was profoundly dedicated to his family and became a father figure for his sister’s four young children when their father died, and

WHEREAS, John P. Fox retired from Beatrice Foods in the late 1970s and practiced law for a decade with his childhood friend, Jim Fox, and

WHEREAS, John P. Fox generously shared his knowledge and experience and gave advice and counsel to many young lawyers over the years. He was active in various organizations including Serra International, an organization fostering religious vocations, and

WHEREAS, John P. Fox was fervently devoted to his family and his faith and left an enduring legacy of dedication and commitment to his profession and love for his family.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby express its deep sorrow at the death of John P. Fox, and offers its heartfelt sympathy to his family in their hour of sorrow and joins his family in honoring his memory, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the family of John P. Fox as a memorial of his good works and spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.

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CC ITEM #10

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS and BOBBIE L. STEELE, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst,

PATRICIA SIEBERT

WHEREAS, Patricia Siebert was the loving wife of (the late) Robert, beloved mother of Mark, James and John, and proud grandmother of Jason, Kyle and Jake, and

WHEREAS, Patricia Siebert was born in Chicago and attended St. Scholastica High School. After graduating from Mundelein College in less than three years, she went off to Washington to join the Navy WAVES as a cryptographer, breaking German and Japanese World War II codes. Mrs. Siebert earned a master’s degree in Library Science at Catholic University then returned to Chicago and earned a master’s degree in English at Loyola University while working for a management consulting firm. She started work as a librarian for Standard Oil of Indiana at its Chicago headquarters in 1952. Her involvement in politics, civic activities and youth work led to her appointment as the first female chief of the Cook County Jail, and

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WHEREAS, Patricia Siebert was an ardent Democrat who became involved in politics at the age of 19 when she was a precinct captain in her neighborhood of East Rogers Park. She later served on the Illinois Democratic Party Platform Committee, was a co-founder of the Illinois Democratic Women’s Caucus and helped run 13 political campaigns, including those of Governor Otto Kerner, and

WHEREAS, Patricia Siebert amassed the highest vote total of any suburban Democrat until 1970 in her unsuccessful run for Cook County Board Commissioner that same year, and

WHEREAS, Patricia Siebert was hired by Sheriff Richard J. Elrod to head Cook County’s new Youth Services Department in 1970, one of the first in the nation. She became assistant executive director of the Department of Corrections under Elrod, overseeing the jail, and was director of special projects, and

WHEREAS, Patricia Siebert was deeply committed to youth and helped found The Harbour, a Park Ridge shelter care facility for girls in crisis, and

WHEREAS, Patricia Siebert was honored for her service to many organizations including the Illinois Association of School Social Workers, the Illinois Congress of Parents and Teachers, the Evanston Committee on Mental Health, the Evanston YMCA and the 13th District Democratic Women’s Club, and

WHEREAS, Patricia Siebert had a great zest for life. She retired in 1986 and sold real estate “for fun” before moving to Las Vegas in the early 1990s. She enjoyed the casinos, took a cruise around the world and was an avid reader, going through five or six books a week, and

WHEREAS, Patricia Siebert was profoundly devoted to her family, her faith and her profession and lived an extraordinary life dedicated to Democratic ideals and the betterment of society.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby express its deep sorrow at the death of Patricia Siebert, and offers its heartfelt sympathy to her family in their hour of sorrow and joins her family in honoring her memory, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the family of Patricia Siebert as a memorial of her good works and spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.

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CC ITEM #11

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS and BOBBIE L. STEELE, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst,

PHYLLIS SUTKER

WHEREAS, Phyllis Sutker was the beloved wife of Melvin, loving mother of Kim and Hal, dear grandmother of Alexis, Clarissa, Ashley and Theodore, and fond sister of Philip and the late Gussia and Earl, and

WHEREAS, Phyllis Sutker was born in Chicago and grew up on the West Side. She graduated from Crane High School and began her professional career as a secretary. Mrs. Sutker took a course in law and worked for the Chicago Department of Planning in the 1950s and 1960s. She was one of the first women to become a leading real estate broker in the trucking industry, and

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WHEREAS, Phyllis Sutker developed her expertise in building and selling truck terminals as a secretary and later a broker for the late real estate developer Harry F. Chaddick, owner of First American Realty Company, now a division of Concord Development Corp. Her success in the real estate trucking industry led her to serve as president of the company for the rest of her life, and

WHEREAS, Phyllis Sutker was nationally renowned for her knowledge of trucking facilities and related transportation properties. Her remarkable acumen resulted in domination of the Chicago freight terminal market. “Everyone who did business with her knew she was the best at what she did, and she was incredibly successful at it,” said Wayne Moretti, president of Concord Development Corp., and

WHEREAS, Phyllis Sutker was the first woman ever admitted to the Chicago Traffic Club and she was a member of the Illinois Transportation Association. Mrs. Sutker was considered an authority in the deregulation of the trucking industry during the 1980s, and

WHEREAS, Phyllis Sutker was committed to education and youth and contributed to the Teachers’ Association for Outdoor & Adventure Education, a California-based nonprofit organization aimed at increasing youth access to the outdoors, and

WHEREAS, Phyllis Sutker loved to garden and walk along the lake near her home in Evanston. She was versed in the stock market and an art collector, and

WHEREAS, Phyllis Sutker was respected, admired and beloved by her friends and colleagues alike and was considered by all who knew her to be an endearing and wonderful person who was deeply devoted to her family, and

WHEREAS, Phyllis Sutker led an extraordinary life and left an enduring legacy of achievement and determination and love of her family, her faith and her profession.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby express its deep sorrow at the death of Phyllis Sutker, and offers its heartfelt sympathy to her family in their hour of sorrow and joins her family in honoring her memory, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the family of Phyllis Sutker as a memorial of her good works and spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.

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CC ITEM #12

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT and EARLEAN COLLINS, County Commissioners

Co-Sponsored by

JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN,

TED LECHOWICZ, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN,

JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY, HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR.,

PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER,

County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has call from our midst,

NORA BASKIN DRAGGS

WHEREAS, NORA BASKIN DRAGGS was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and spiritual leader; and

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WHEREAS, NORA BASKIN DRAGGS who possessed a strong sense of family and community became affectionately known as Mother Draggs; and

WHEREAS, MOTHER DRAGGS had an unquenchable desire to assist and give comfort to the sick, indigent and troubled youth; and

WHEREAS, MOTHER DRAGGS was devoted to her family and to the principle that education was the true road to freedom; and

WHEREAS, MOTHER DRAGGS children all are honorable and productive adults; and

WHEREAS, MOTHER DRAGGS has led a full and fruitful life as entrepreneur, community activist, spiritual leader, and mother.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby express its deep sorrow at the death of NORA BASKIN DRAGGS and offers its heartfelt sympathy to her family in this hour of sorrow and joins her family in honoring her memory; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered to the family of NORA BASKIN DRAGGS as a memorial of her good works and spread upon the official proceedings of this Honorable Body.

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CC ITEM #13

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

PETER N. SILVESTRI, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, the Columbian Club of Chicago, an Italian-American organization dedicated to charitable activities, will hold its 63rd Annual Installation Dinner on January 26, 2002; and

WHEREAS, Frank Trocchio, DDS, will be sworn in as the Columbian Club’s new President; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Trocchio was born on Chicago’s West Side and was raised on the Northwest Side. He is a graduate of Holy Cross High School in River Grove and of Loyola University. Dr. Trocchio received his doctorate of dental surgery at Loyola School of Dentistry and currently practices in Elmwood Park; and

WHEREAS, as the President of the Columbian Club of Chicago, Dr. Trocchio will provide his leadership to the organization’s goal of contributing to charitable causes such as the Villa Scalabrini, Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, Little Sisters of the Poor, the Italian Cultural Center and the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago as well as providing scholarships to deserving students of Italian heritage; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Trocchio will be especially proud to establish a new scholarship, the Charles A. Trocchio Memorial Scholarship, in honor of his late brother.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby congratulate Dr. Frank Trocchio on his election as President of the Columbian Club of Chicago and commend him on his dedication to his profession and his commitment to many worthy causes; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered for presentation to Dr. Trocchio as evidence of the esteem in which he is held by this Honorable Body and the residents of Cook County.

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CC ITEM #14

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

PETER N. SILVESTRI, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, the Triton College Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the enhancement of service and educational opportunities at Triton College. Each year the Foundation hosts a President’s Reception at which it honors a person who has made a positive impact on the community; and

WHEREAS, the Foundation’s 2002 honoree is the Honorable Corinne Wood, Lieutenant Governor of the State of Illinois; and

WHEREAS, Corinne Wood made history by becoming the first woman Lieutenant Governor of the State and serves as an inspiration for the women of Illinois; and

WHEREAS, civic and community responsibility have been a driving force throughout Ms. Wood’s life. She has served on numerous charitable, political and governmental boards and was a member of the Illinois House of Representatives; and

WHEREAS, Lieutenant Governor Wood provides strong leadership in health care, environmental protection, senior advocacy, crime prevention and economic development to the residents of Illinois.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and Board of Commissioners of Cook County does hereby thank Lieutenant Governor Corinne Wood for her many years of dedication to the people of Cook County and the State of Illinois and congratulate her on this well-deserved honor; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution be tendered for presentation to Corinne Wood as evidence of the esteem in which she is held by this Honorable Body and the residents of Cook County.

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CC ITEM #15

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

WILLIAM R. MORAN, County Commissioner

Co-Sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., PRESIDENT, JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, JOHN P. DALEY, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, TED LECHOWICZ,

ROBERTO MALDONADO, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and

CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Shortly before dawn on January 21, 1968 the Battle of Khe Sanh began, and

WHEREAS, fighting took place both before and after the seventy-seven day battle at Khe Sanh, however both the White House and the media feared this battle was the next Dien Bien Phu, and

WHEREAS, in late January approximately six thousand Marines were stationed at the Base at Khe Sanh, just south of the demilitarized zone near the Laotian border in Northwest South Vietnam, and

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WHEREAS, the base was close to the Ho Chi Minh Trail and was used to track movement into South Vietnam, and

WHEREAS, through February supplies and access to the base was limited due to rough weather, supplies were brought in but the ground troops were able to maintain their positions in and around the base, and

WHEREAS, in March the weather improved and the ground troops at the base were aided by increased air strikes, and

WHEREAS, the Third Air Division indicated the B-52’s flew 2,548 sorties, dropping 59,542 tons of bombs in the Khe Sanh effort, and

WHEREAS, the total bombing campaign around Khe Sanh dropped almost the same tonnage of bombs as were dropped throughout World War II, and

WHEREAS, official records indicate 205 Marines lost their lives at Khe Sanh and thousands were injured, the totals lost or wounded are difficult to determine based on limited visibility during the beginning of the campaign, and

WHEREAS, in early April the Marines at Khe Sanh received relief forces and the troops were able to maintain the base for the United States of America.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby salute the United States Servicemen and women who fought and especially those Servicemen and women who gave their lives at the Battle of Khe Sanh, and so honors the anniversary of the sacrifices they made in order to make the world a safer place.

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CC ITEM #16

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

JOHN H. STROGER, JR., President, Cook County Board of Commissioners

Co-Sponsored by

PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER,

County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Reverend Larry Jones was born in Crawfordsville, Arkansas, United States, on November 21, 1936; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Larry Jones completed eight years of elementary school at McNeil Grade School and four years of schooling at McNeil High School, in the State of Arkansas; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Larry Jones obtained some of his multi-faceted skills by working as a welder for General Motors, from 1966 to 1968; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Larry Jones worked in the realm of Engineering for the City of Chicago from 1968-69 prior to joining the Cook County Highway Department as an Engineer Technician One on March 3, 1969; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Larry Jones has progressively advanced through the ranks of the Highway Department to his position as an Engineer Assistant One responsible for supervising the Traffic Operations Division’s field assignments; and

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WHEREAS, Reverend Larry Jones excelled for nearly thirty-three years in the Transportation and Planning Bureau wherein he received excellent reviews from supervisors and peers; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Larry Jones has demonstrated his reverence for life through being a prominent Minister, presiding at the Unity of Love (M.B.C.) Baptist Church. He has especially focused on uplifting and nurturing the children of the world; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Larry Jones should be commended for the successful completion of his career with the Highway Department of Cook County, which ended with his retirement on November 30, 2001.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the President and Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County do hereby applaud and commend Reverend Larry Jones for the services he has rendered to the County of Cook; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we, the President and Members of the Board of Commissioners of Cook County wish him health, prosperity and well being in his retirement; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a suitable copy of this Resolution, approved by the Board of Commissioners of Cook County, be presented to Reverend Larry Jones as a token of the appreciation of its President and Members of the Board and the citizens of Cook County for outstanding public service.

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CC ITEM #17

CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM #17 WAS WITHDRAWN AND PLACED ON THE NEW ITEMS AGENDA, ITEM #4.

Submitting a Resolution sponsored by

JOHN P. DALEY, PRESIDENT JOHN H. STROGER, JR. and TED LECHOWICZ,

County Commissioners

Co-Sponsored by

JERRY BUTLER, ALLAN C. CARR, EARLEAN COLLINS, GREGG GOSLIN, CARL R. HANSEN, ROBERTO MALDONADO, WILLIAM R. MORAN, JOSEPH MARIO MORENO, MIKE QUIGLEY,

HERBERT T. SCHUMANN, JR., PETER N. SILVESTRI, DEBORAH SIMS, BOBBIE L. STEELE and CALVIN R. SUTKER, County Commissioners

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS Almighty God in His infinite wisdom has called from our midst,

Michael A. Bilandic

born into time February 13, 1923

passed into eternity January 15, 2002, and

WHEREAS Michael A. Bilandic was the beloved husband of Heather (Morgan), and

WHEREAS Michael A. Bilandic was the devoted father of Michael Jr., and

WHEREAS Michael A. Bilandic served more than 3 decades in public service to the people of Chicago and the State of Illinois, and

WHEREAS the son of Croatian immigrants, Michael A. Bilandic grew up in Bridgeport and after receiving a bachelor of science degree from St. Mary’s College, he attended DePaul University’s College of Law, where he was awarded a Juris Doctor degree, and

WHEREAS he courageously served in the United States Marines during World War II, retiring with the rank of First Lieutenant, and

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WHEREAS Michael A. Bilandic began his long and distinguished political career in 1969 after his election as the alderman from his lifelong neighborhood, the 11th Ward, and while a member of the City Council he served as Chairman of the Finance Committee and Floor Leader, and

WHEREAS Michael A. Bilandic became mayor of Chicago in 1976, and served ably in that capacity until 1979, when he returned to the private practice of law, and

WHEREAS in 1984, Michael A. Bilandic started a new career with his election to the 1st District Appellate Court, and in 1990, he was elected to the highest judicial office, the Illinois Supreme

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