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Resolution Authorizing the District to Apply for an Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) Grant for the Redevelopment of Glenwood Forest Preserve
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WHEREAS, the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, Kane County, Illinois desires to seek the aid of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources through funding from the Open Space Land Acquisition & Development (OSLAD) grant to assist in funding for the Glenwood Forest Preserve Re-development Project; and
WHEREAS, the improvements include restoration of the existing roadway and parking areas, natural area enhancements, replacement of the existing shelter and restroom, trail improvements and canoe/kayak launch onto the Fox River; and
WHEREAS, the OSLAD grant will provide up to 50% ($600,000 cap) reimbursement for those funds spent on approved projects; and
WHEREAS, the IDNR has graciously consented to support the District in past efforts to provide recreational development and improvements for the Citizens of Kane County; and
WHEREAS, the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, Kane County, Illinois herby certifies and acknowledges that it is has sufficient funds necessary (includes cash and value of donated land) to complete the pending OSLAD project within the timeframes specified herein for project execution and that failure to adhere to the specified project timeline or failure to proceed with the project because of insufficient funds or change in local recreation priorities is sufficient cause for project grant termination which will also result in the ineligibility of the local project sponsor (District) for subsequent Illinois IDNR outdoor recreation grant assistance consideration in the next two (2) consecutive grant cycles following project termination; and
WHEREAS, it is understood that the project must be completed within the timeframe established. The OSLAD timeframe...
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