TITLE
AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CHICAGO BOARD OF EDUCATION TO SHARE INVESTIGATION INFORMATION REGARDING ALLEGATIONS OF SERIOUS MISCONDUCT
BODY
To: The Honorable Board of Commissioners of the Chicago Park District
I. Recommendation
Pursuant to the Intergovernmental Cooperation Act (5 ILCS 220/1 et seq.), it is recommended that the Board of Commissioners of the Chicago Park District (the "Board") enter an order authorizing the Chicago Park District ("CPK") to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Board of Education of the City of Chicago ("CPS") (collectively referred to as the "Parties") to allow the Parties to share investigative information for employment candidates and/or dual employees regarding allegations of and substantiated findings involving sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, and physical abuse.
II. Agreement Information
Public Agency: Board of Education of the City of Chicago
Contract type: Intergovernmental agreement
Authorization: Authorize the General Superintendent and/or their designee to negotiate, enter into, and execute such intergovernmental agreement, amendments, and related documents and perform any and all acts as shall be necessary or advisable in connection with the transaction described herein. Authorize the General Counsel to include other relevant terms and conditions in the written agreements, amendments and instruments. Authorize the Secretary to attest as to the signing of the Agreements.
III. Explanation
Due to the nature of the work performed by the Parties, it is not uncommon for individuals have or hold positions of employment or apply for employment with both organizations. The Parties to this Agreement endeavor to vigorously safeguard the health and well-being of patrons and employees including minors in their custody or minors who participate in their programming or minors who are their employees. The Parties further wish to expand on, ensure the smooth implem...
Click here for full text