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A Resolution Approving A Professional Services Agreement with Planning Resources Incorporated for Landscape Architecture Services for Phase I And II Design Services for Chicago Avenue Projects in An Amount Not to Exceed $225,500, Authorizing Its Execution, and Waiving the Request for Proposal Process for this Agreement
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Introduction
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At the September 9, 2025 meeting the Village Board passed a motion approving the design concept for a Chicago Avenue Streetscape Honoring Dr. Percy Julian that was developed by Planning Resources Inc. (PRI). The Board also approved a Vision Zero Action Plan and an update to the Bike Plan that call for specific safety upgrades to the Chicago Avenue corridor. These improvements have been combined into a single project to most efficiently implement the overlapping recommendations. PRI was selected for Phase I/II Design Services to keep the design consistent with the one approved by the Board in 2025. Staff recommends awarding an agreement not to exceed $225,500 based on their proposed staff, qualifications and experience.
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Recommended Action
Adopt the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
The Board has taken the following prior actions:
* At the September 9, 2025 Village Board meeting, the Village Board approved the design concept and scope of the Chicago Avenue Streetscape Plan Honoring Dr. Percy Julian (MOT 25-220)
* At the July 22, 2025 Village Board meeting, the Village Board approved the Bike Plan Update as recommended by the Transportation Commission (RES 25-232)
* At the February 18, 2025 Village Board meeting, the Village Board approved the Oak Park Vision Zero Action Plan (RES 25-145)
Background
In 2025, the Village completed a Vision Zero Action Plan, an update to the Bike Plan, and a preliminary design study for a streetscape on Chicago Avenue honoring Dr. Percy Julian. These three plans identified specific improvements along Chicago Avenue from Marion to Austin. The street...
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