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A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement by and Between the Village of Oak Park and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago for the Design, Construction, Operation, and Maintenance of the Green Alleys Project in Oak Park, Illinois and Authorizing its Execution
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A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement by and Between the Village of Oak Park and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago for the Design, Construction, Operation, and Maintenance of the Green Alleys Project in Oak Park, Illinois and Authorizing its Execution
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Introduction
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The Village of Oak Park recently received notice of award of $440,000 from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) for their Green Infrastructure Partnership Program for construction of four permeable alleys in 2026. The IGA defines the terms and conditions of the funding program.
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Recommended Action
Adopt the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
The Board has taken the following prior actions:
* The Village Board approved a Task Order for Professional Engineering Services with Edwin Hancock Engineering Co. for Design Engineering Services for the 2026 Alley Improvement Project in an amount not to exceed $325,477 on July 1, 2025 (RES 25-225).
* The Village Board approved the submission of a Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Green Infrastructure Partnership Program Application for the 2026 Green Alleys Project on March 4, 2025 (RES 25-170).
Background
The Village of Oak Park recently received notice of an award of $440,000 from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) for its Green Infrastructure Partnership Program for the construction of four permeable alleys in 2026. The Village applied for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) funding in March of this year. Staff identified four alleys already scheduled for replacement due to their condition and also are located in areas with sandy soils, which allows for cost-effective installations of permeable pavements.
Per the terms of the IGA, design of the alleys will need to be complete by the end of 2025. Construction of these must occur in 2026 or the Village will lose these funds. Design work is already underway and is scheduled to be completed by the end of this year per the IGA.
Timing Considerations
Adoption of the Resolution at this time will allow for the project to move forward at its anticipated schedule which will allow for construction to be completed in the desired timeframe.
Budget Impact
The proposed FY26 Budget includes costs for the construction of permeable alleys in the Capital Improvement Fund. The MWRD funds will cover approximately 34.7% of the construction costs related to the permeable pavements in an amount not to exceed $440,000. Construction of the four alleys is estimated at $1,300,000 using about $440,000 in MWRD funds. The MWRD green infrastructure partnership IGA also includes $10,000 in reimbursement for geotechnical and environmental testing on the green alley sites which will be completed in 2025.
Staffing Impact
There is no DEI impact associated with this item.
DEI Impact
There has been no community input given in relation to this item.
Community Input
There has been no community input given in relation to this item.
Staff Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution, which will allow for the Village to receive funds to help offset costs for construction of the 2026 Alley Improvement project.
Advantages:
* This Resolution will allow for the Village to receive grant funds to help offset local costs for the 2026 Alley Improvement project.
Disadvantages:
* None
Alternatives
Alternative 1:
The Board can delay action to gain additional information.
Advantages:
* The Board can delay action to gain additional information.
Disadvantages:
* The timing of the eventual Board action could impact the desired implementation schedule.
Alternative 2:
The Board can vote down the item.
Advantages:
* None
Disadvantages:
* Misalignment with the Climate Action Plan.
Anticipated Future Actions
There are no anticipated future actions in relation to this item.
Prepared By: Bill McKenna, Village Engineer/Assistant Public Works Director
Reviewed By: Rob Sproule, Public Works Director
Approved By: Kevin J. Jackson, Village Manager
Attachment(s):
1. Resolution
2. IGA
3. IGA Ehibits