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A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Village of Oak Park and the Park District of Oak Park for Equipment and Vehicle Sharing and Authorizing its Execution
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Introduction
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The Village and the Park District 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 Park District of Oak 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.
Background
The Village of Oak Park and the Park District of Oak 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 Park District vehicles and equipment. The Village's Public Works Department currently maintains 210 vehicles and pieces of equipment, while the Park District maintains 43.
Timing Considerations
There are no specific timing considerations associated with this item.
Financial Impact
There is no budget 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
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