Regular Village Board meetings are typically held at 7:00 p.m., the first three Tuesdays of each month in Council Chambers of Village Hall (room 201), 123 Madison St. When a Regular Meeting falls on a holiday, the meeting typically is held the following night. The Village Board also meets in special sessions from time to time. However, dates and times of Special Meetings can vary and may change.

File #: RES 20-170    Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
In control: President and Board of Trustees
On agenda: 7/6/2020 Final action: 7/6/2020
Title: A Resolution Approving a Temporary License Agreement with Ahimsa Yoga Studio, Inc. to Conduct Outdoor Yoga Classes on Village of Oak Park Property and Authorizing its Execution
Attachments: 1. Resolution Ahisma Yoga Studio, 2. License Agreement Ahimsa

Submitted By                     

Cara Pavlicek, Village Manager

 

Reviewed By

LKS

 

Agenda Item Title

Title

A Resolution Approving a Temporary License Agreement with Ahimsa Yoga Studio, Inc. to Conduct Outdoor Yoga Classes on Village of Oak Park Property and Authorizing its Execution

 

End

Overview

Overview

This is a License Agreement that would allow for Ahimsa Yoga Studio to conduct yoga classes through September 30, 2020 on the grassy area south of the Village Hall.  Due to COVID-19 the business is limited in its ability to operate indoors.

 

End

Recommendation

Recommendation

Approve the Resolution.

 

Fiscal Impact

The License Agreement requires the Licensee to obtain appropriate insurance, including indemnifying the Village.

 

Background

The owners of Ahimsa Yoga Studio requested use of Village property during the Phase 4 of Restore Illinois in order to keep their business operational during the Phase 4 phase of Restore Illinois.    They have requested to hold classes seven days a week, with maximum attendance of 20 people per class.  They will not use speakers/music in order to be compatible with the neighboring residences. 

 

Alternatives

Direct staff to look for an alternative location.

 

Previous Board Action

The Village has not permitted Village property for organized recreation/fitness previously.  Given the unprecedented nature of the economy related to COVID-19, staff is looking for alternatives where feasible, to assist local businesses.

 

Citizen Advisory Commission Action

N/A.

 

Anticipated Future Actions/Commitments

N/A.                     

 

Intergovernmental Cooperation Opportunities

The Park District declined the use of Park District property prior to Ahimsa contacting the Village.