TRANSMITTAL LETTER FOR BOARD MEETING OF JUNE 15, 2023
COMMITTEE ON REAL ESTATE
Mr. Brian A. Perkovich, Executive Director
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Authority to approve and execute a 3,125± sq. ft. permanent, non-exclusive access easement from NeighborSpace for the East Garfield Park Eco Orchard Project (18-IGA-05) near Sacramento Boulevard and 5th Avenue in Chicago, Illinois
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Dear Sir:
On August 8, 2019, the Board of Commissioners granted authority to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (“IGA”) with and make payment to the City of Chicago (“City”) for the construction, operation, and maintenance of the East Garfield Park Eco Orchard Project, in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00.
As part of the IGA, the City will install and maintain the Eco Orchard on two vacant parcels in the Garfield Park neighborhood. The project will divert and direct stormwater from surrounding streets and alleys into areas planted with native vegetation and trees. The project is expected to mitigate flooding by reducing runoff into the local combined sewer system, and to demonstrate to local residents the benefits of constructing green infrastructure.
A portion of the project area, approximately 3,125 sq. ft., is owned by NeighborSpace. NeighborSpace has agreed to grant a permanent, non-exclusive access easement to both the City and the District for the construction and maintenance of this project. Pursuant to the terms of the IGA, the City is responsible for the perpetual maintenance of the Eco Orchard, and the District retains the right of access to ensure such maintenance is performed. There is no fee to the District for the grant of the easement.
It is requested that the Executive Director recommend to the Board of Commissioners that it authorize the approval and execution of a 3,125± sq. ft. permanent, non-exclusive access easement from NeighborSpace for the East Garfield Park Eco Orchard Project (18-IGA-05) near Sacramento Boulevard and 5th Avenue in Chicago, Illinois.
Requested, Susan T. Morakalis, General Counsel, STM:JTM:BJD:ATF:NOC
Recommended, Brian A. Perkovich, Executive Director
Disposition of this agenda item will be documented in the official Regular Board Meeting Minutes of the Board of Commissioners for June 15, 2023
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