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Volunteers Voice Support of Restoration Programs in CC Forest Preserves

2/17/2016

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FPD Finance Committee and Board Meeting - Feb 9, 2016

Both meetings were short with no contentious issues discussed. A number of bid contracts were awarded and disbursals recommended which seemed to be clearly presented and well-organized.

Significant Topics Discussed:
  • Public comment included volunteers who testified in support of the restoration programs being carried out by the Friends of the Forest Preserves (FOTFP), with one steward pronouncing that more taxpayers were out at his cold workday during the last weekend than appeared to be present in the chamber observing the meeting. In contrast to the generally favorable tone of the rest of the speakers, regular observer George Blakemore also spoke, questioning why "Friends" of the Forest Preserve should be requesting funds, if they are true Friends.  There was a total of $100,000 in monies and $20,000 in either funds or in-kind support voted for this organization.  No one answered Mr. Blakemore's concern directly at the meeting, but it is clear from the packet that FOTFP has generated more than $300,000 from other sources and over 6000 volunteers. The CCFPD amounts provide a needed match for outside funds, or supplement work that is ongoing on public lands.
  • A large sum was also voted to continue the relationship with U of I Extension for the Master Naturalist program, a competitive program which is currently seeking applicants.  Master Naturalists are required to complete public service in the Forest Preserves as part of their designation process.
  • Another public speaker was Mike McDonald, a well-known photographer who presented each Commissioner with a copy of his new book, My Journey into the Wilds of Chicago, A Celebration of Chicago's Startling Natural Wonders. Many of the pictures in the book were taken in the Forest Preserve District, and he expressed appreciation for this resource and encouraged ongoing care of this world-class resource.
Observer - Henrietta Saunders


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