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AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO A LEASE WITH THE METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6000 N. LINCOLN AVENUE FOR THE EXPANSION OF PARK NO. 526
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To: The Honorable Board of Commissioners of the Chicago Park District
I. Recommendation
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners of the Chicago Park District adopt an ordinance authorizing the General Superintendent, or his designee, to negotiate, enter into, and execute and take all action necessary to enter into a lease with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District for the expansion of Park No. 526.
II. Agreement Information
Grantor: Metropolitan Water Reclamation District
100 Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60611
Transfer Type: Intergovernmental Property Transfer in accordance with 50ILCS 605/2(a) of the Local Government Property Transfer Act.
Granting Instrument: Lease or Lease Amendment
Agreements: Intergovernmental agreements, amendments to intergovernmental agreements and, if applicable, temporary right of entry, easements, restrictive covenants, and any other agreements or instruments necessary to comply with any restrictions of record for a portion or the entirety of the Property and the transfer of funds for development.
Authorization: Authorize the General Superintendent to negotiate, enter into, and execute such intergovernmental agreements, amendments to intergovernmental agreements, indemnities, and instruments and perform any and all acts as shall be necessary or advisable in connection with the transactions described herein, including compliance with existing easements, if any, filing of street and alley vacation or dedication applications, plats of dedication, and other applicable requirements. Authorize the General Counsel to include other relevant terms and conditions in the written agreements, amendments and transfer instruments. Authorize the Secretary to attest as to the signing of the Agreements and transfer instruments and keep an original copy of the Agreement on file.
III. Explanation
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District owns property located at 6000 N. Lincoln Avenue and intends to lease this property to the Chicago Park District for the expansion of Park No. 526. This 1.8 acre parcel borders the west portion of the existing Park No. 526. This property will further enhance recreational opportunities available at this passive park that abuts both sides of the Chicago River. This expansion will address the needs of the North Park Community Area and the 50th ward.
IV. General Conditions
1) Conflicts: The Agreement shall not be legally binding on the Chicago Park District if entered into in violation of the provisions of 50 ILCS 105, the Public Officer Prohibited Activities Act.
2) Ethics: The Chicago Park District’s Ethics Code, Chapter III of the Code of the Chicago Park District, shall be incorporated into and made part of the agreement.
3) Contingent Liability: Any agreement lawfully entered into for a period of more than one year shall be executory only for the amounts for which the Park District may become liable in succeeding fiscal years pursuant to 70 ILCS 17(i).