Title
Evergreen View Park Conceptual Plan & OSLAD Grant Resolution
History
On July 7, 2025 the State announced $35 million in funding for new Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) Grants for the 2026 grant cycle.
Staff initiated a request for quotes from qualified engineering firms to develop a conceptual plan and cost estimate for improvements at Evergreen View Park and to assist with the OSLAD Grant application process.
Swings at Evergreen View will be replaced in 2025. The playground and pavilion are slated for replacement in 2026.
Staff hope to add additional amenities to the park, potentially including a splash pad. An OSLAD Grant provides up to $600,000 in reimbursable funding.
Attached, please find proposals, summarized below, from three firms.
Wight & Co.: $25,000
Fehr Graham: $12,500
Planning Resources Inc.: $10,700
Staff seek approval to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Planning Resources in the amount of $10,700, plus a contingency of $1,500 for additional services that may arise during the planning process for a not to exceed total of $12,200.
Additionally, staff seek approval to authorize the Village Manager to sign the Resolution of Authorization application (attached) acknowledging the Village has sufficient funds to complete the pending OSLAD project within the specified Grant timeframe complying with all terms, conditions and regulations as specified in the Resolution of Authorization.
Financial Impact
Funds are available in 2009100 to fund the work performed by Planning Resources Inc. Funds will need to be allocated in 2026 for this park improvement.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve and authorize the execution of a Professional Service Agreement between the Village of Orland Park and Planning Resources Inc. for the development of a conceptual plan, budget estimate and assistance in applying for an Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development(OSLAD) Grant consistent with the proposal dat...
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