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A Resolution Approving a Professional Services Agreement with Greenprint Partners for the Biodiversity and Green Infrastructure Study and Plan in an Amount Not to Exceed $120,035 and Authorizing its Execution.
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This resolution authorizes the execution of a Professional Services Agreement with Greenprint Partners for the Biodiversity and Green Infrastructure Study and Plan in an amount not to exceed $120,035.
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Recommended Action
Staff recommends approving the resolution.
Prior Board Action
On December 3, 2024, the Board approved Resolution 24-382 approving the Village of Oak Park's Climate Ready Rainscapes Grant Program.
On March 18, 2025, the Board adopted Ordinance 25-138 which amended Chapter 22 ("Streets and Sidewalks") to allow property owners to maintain gardens in the Village Parkways.
Background
The Village released the Biodiversity and Green Infrastructure Study and Plan on June 6, 2025, and received eight highly qualified proposals. After reviewing proposals, staff determined the Greenprint Partner's proposal to be the best and are recommending that the Village Board enter into a Public Service Agreement with the firm.
The Climate Ready Oak Park (CROP) plan includes as one of its six main commitments the commitment to "Establish 30% of Oak Park's land as green infrastructure or enhanced park management."
The Village Board Goal 5.1.h.i reads "Develop a plan to transition 30% of Village-owned property to native species, green infrastructure including bioswales, organic soil amendments, and new forested areas, via turf removal/reduction or other site-appropriate strategies. Include equitable and authentic community engagement processes during the planning process."
To develop a plan to meet the 30% commitment of the CROP plan, the Village must first gain a better understanding of what counts towards that goal, develop a methodology for measuring progress towards the goal, and develo...
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