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A Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. to Provide Additional Overnight Security Services at Avenue Garage, Increase the Parking Structure Security Services Not to Exceed Amount from $750,000 to $770,722.56, and Authorize Its Execution
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Introduction
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Staff requests approval of a $20,722.56 amendment to its existing agreement with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. to add overnight security at Avenue Garage beginning November 1, 2026.
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Recommended Action
Approve the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
The Board has taken the following prior action:
In December 2025, the Village entered into a Professional Services Agreement with Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. for security staffing at Village parking structures and Village Hall, with initial-term authorizations of $750,000 and $50,000, respectively.
Background
Providing security at municipal parking facilities is a core service priority of the Village. The existing Securitas agreement supports monitoring, customer assistance, and security operations at Village parking structures and Village Hall.
Following a recent series of vehicle break-ins at Avenue Garage, staff reviewed opportunities to enhance the security presence at the facility. Staff proposes adding an overnight security officer from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., seven days per week, supplementing existing coverage rather than creating a new security program.
The security officer will conduct foot patrols, monitor facility activity, assist garage users, maintain activity reports and shift pass-down information and coordinate with Village personnel and the Oak Park Police Department as needed. This additional visibility is intended to deter unauthorized activity and improve incident detection and response.
Timing Considerations
The additional overnight security officer is scheduled to begin November 1, 2026. Board appro...
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