Lockport Approves Lease Transfer For IDNR Property

LOCKPORT, IL — At its Wednesday meeting, the Lockport City Council approved a lease transfer for the IDNR property along the I&M Canal in Lockport to transfer to the City.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has asked the City to take over the lease on the property, as the city has more opportunities to partner with other agencies for future improvements and grants, according to council documents.

The agreement is for a 10-year term.

Needed improvements on this property include Lock No. 1 on the I&M Canal, erosion issues on the canal trail, and deterioration on the Eighth Street pedestrian bridge.

The Council also approved an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Lockport and the Lockport Township Park District for maintenance responsibilities.

Council documents state that the park district is willing to be a sub-licensee and continue to be responsible for a share of routine maintenance of the path.