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A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Village of Oak Park and the Village of Forest Park for Equipment and Vehicle Sharing and Authorizing its Execution
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Introduction
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The Village and the Village of Forest Park each maintain fleets of specialized vehicles and equipment. At times, one agency requires a vehicle or piece of equipment that the other already has available. The Village of Forest Park is willing to formalize this cooperative arrangement through an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA). The attached IGA is presented for authorization.
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Recommended Action
Adopt the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
There is no prior Board action associated with this item. The Village of Forest Park signed the intergovernmental agreement at its August 31, 2026 board meeting.
Background
The Village of Oak Park and the Village of Forest Park have long operated under an informal practice of sharing vehicles and equipment. To prevent future misunderstandings and formalize this cooperative relationship, both organizations collaborated to develop the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) now under consideration. This proposed IGA establishes a clear framework for sharing Village and Village of Forest Park vehicles and equipment.
Timing Considerations
There are no specific timing considerations associated with this item.
Financial Impact
There is no financial impact associated with this item.
Operations Impact
There is no operating impact associated with this item. The item aligns with the department's core service delivery.
DEI Impact
There is no DEI impact associated with this item.
Community Input
There has been no community input given in relation to this item.
Staff Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution.
Advantages:
This action formalizes the existing beneficial partnership that already exists.
Disadvantages:
There are no disadvantages to this recommendation.
Alternatives
Alternative 1:
The Board can t...
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