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Valparaiso board approves Epic Limo use of transit parking for commuter service to O'Hare
Summary
The Valparaiso City Board of Works approved an agreement allowing Epic Limo to use the north end of the city's transit center parking lot to launch a commuter service between Valparaiso and O'Hare International Airport, after city counsel strengthened indemnity language.
The Valparaiso City Board of Works voted to approve a parking-facility agreement that will allow Epic Limo to operate a commuter service between Valparaiso and O'Hare International Airport using the north end of the city's transit center parking lot.
Bob, the presenting staff member, said Epic Limo proposes four routes from Valparaiso to O'Hare to provide a regular airport commuter option. The board discussed the operational details, including parking location and capacity, and heard that the company plans to begin service subject to final approvals.
City Attorney (identified in the meeting transcript as the attorney who reviewed the contract) told the board staff had negotiated stronger indemnity and hold-harmless provisions to protect the city; following that review the attorney recommended approval. Mayor (speaker 3) moved to approve the agreement, a board member seconded, and the motion passed by voice vote.
Danielle and facilities staff confirmed the agreement includes the negotiated contract language and noted Epic Limo's facilities are out of the immediate region; the board asked staff to finalize changes and return the signed agreement for the city files.
The board approved the agreement and the next procedural step is for staff to finalize signatures and implement any operational coordination with transit-center management.
