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A Resolution to Approve an Agreement with Housing Forward for Emergency Shelter Operating Costs at 112 S. Humphrey Ave. Oak Park, IL for up to $645,587
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Introduction
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As the Village's response evolves to meet the needs of our unhoused residents, Housing Forward seeks support for operations of the emergency shelter located at 112 S. Humphrey Ave.
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Recommended Action
Adopt the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
The Board has taken the following prior action(s):
* August 5, 2025: RES 25-251 - A Resolution to Approve an Amended Agreement with Housing Forward for Emergency Shelter Operating Costs at 112 S. Humphrey Ave. Oak Park, IL
* February 4, 2025: RES 25-398 - A Resolution to Approve an Agreement with Housing Forward for Emergency Shelter Operating Costs at 112 S. Humphrey Ave. Oak Park, IL
* December 3, 2024: ID 24-608 - A Presentation and Discussion regarding Oak Park's Unhoused Population, Including Ongoing Work of the Village and Key Community Partners
* December 3, 2024: ORD 24-162 - Concur with the Plan Commission and Adopt an Ordinance Granting a Special Use permit to Allow a Community Service Center in NC-Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District located at 112 S. Humphrey Avenue
* December 3, 2024: ORD 24-161 - Concur with the Plan Commission and Adopt an Ordinance Amending Article 8 ("Uses"), Section 8.4 ("Principal Use Standards") and Table 8.1 ("Use Matrix") of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance to Establish a Community Service Center as a Special Use in NC-Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District
Background
In February 2025, the Village Board approved funding to support the renovation and initial operational costs of the expanded emergency shelter located at 112 S. Humphrey. At that time, it was anticipated that the State of Illinois would support operational costs in future years. While the State allocated $7 million to support emergency services for unhoused residents in 2026, Housing Forward was not a...
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