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Ford Heights trustees adopt resolution to seek proposals for potable water service
Summary
The Ford Heights board adopted a resolution authorizing a request for proposals for potable water service, a step trustees said is needed to move work with Chicago Heights forward; the board voted to carry the measure and directed staff to proceed with the procurement process.
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Ford Heights voted to adopt a resolution authorizing the issuance of a request for proposals for potable water services. Chair said the resolution "states the intent of the mayor and board of trustees of the village of Ford Heights regarding the issuance of a request for proposals for potable water services." The motion carried on roll call.
Trustees said the resolution follows earlier closed-session discussion and is intended to let Chicago Heights and other potential providers begin preparing bids. "This is the second part to what was discussed in closed session regarding moving things forward with Chicago Heights," the Chair said, adding trustees wanted the process to advance so bids can be sent and work can proceed.
During discussion trustees noted the village still owes Chicago Heights money and said making a formal RFP move would demonstrate progress while staff manages financial and procurement details. A roll call was taken and the board voted to adopt resolution number 2025Dash12DashO3Dash12; trustees indicated unanimous support during the roll call in the transcript.
Next steps: staff will prepare the RFP paperwork and proceed with the procurement timeline so responses can be accepted and evaluated. Trustees requested a mayoral statement be entered for the record and said they expect further updates at a subsequent meeting.
