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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1945302 Evanston, Illinois City Hall, January 2, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held January•2, 1945, convening at 9:55 P.M. PRESENT: (13) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway " Kimbark " Mogg " MacSteven James " Jourdain " Rubin " Brandt " Corcoran " Harwood e " Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: (2) " Platt " Emery Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held December 26, 194.40 be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE introduced AN ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATIONS TO DEFRAY ALL NECESSARY EAYENSES AND LIABILITIES OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUAR'Y.18 1945s AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 19458 grand total appropriation for general corporate,bonds and interest, and special purposes,$1,760,314.00. i In this connection Alderman Brandt made the statement that the increases in the elective offices of Mayor, City Clerk and Municipal Court Judges were made by the Council; that the figures submitted by the Mayor were the.same as.last year but the Council saw fit, because of the increase in population in Evanston and the importance of the work done by these elective offices to increase the salary of Mayor to its former.level, and provide increases in the other elected offices. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of'9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran addressed the Council as follows: "I am pleased to report to the Council that the Corporation Counsel -called me today and informed me that the United States Circuit Court of Appeals had reversed the findings of the District Court in regard to the Oakton Street suit., This is a very important suit and the outcome of it is of the utmost importance to the City of Evanston, I am very confident, now that the case has been scheduled for a re -hearing subject to ON instructions set forth in the Circuit Court of Appeals, that the City should win the suit. According to my information, the Circuit Court of Appeals held the District Court was in error in refusing to admit evidence that Oakton Street had been used as a public highway prior to the time of the foreclosure bill. 7I do not think the City will have any difficulty in proving this fact and if my information is correct the opinion of the Circuit Court of Appeals would seem to indicate that when we prove this fact we are entitled to a verdict. It is in the nature of a Christmas present and I hope the matter will soon be re -tried and I am confident that the verdict will be in our favor and it will relieve us of something that has been worrying the Judiciary Committee for many years." Alderman Corcoran for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted a report from the Superintendent of the Bureau of Recreation proposing that the following streets be barricaded for coasting purposes: Lee Street West from Asbury Avenue (1 block) Crain Street East from Ridge Avenue (1 block) Grove Street West from Asbury Avenue (1 block) Leonard Place West from Ridge Avenue (1 block) Grant Street West from Ridge Avenue -(1 block) Monticello Street East from Ridge Avenue (1 block) Park Place East from Ridge Road (1 block) The Park Committee has considered this report and recommends that the proposal of the Superintendent be followed, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE stated in the absence of Alderman Emery, that the Corporation Counsel consider proposed Transit Commission which is supposed to have juris- diction over the transportation facilities in the Chicago -Metropolitan area, and to make a report to the Committee at a later date. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $730.48 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward stated he had received complaints that the "L" trains coming through Evanston, if they are late, discharge all passengers at the Davis Street station to wait for the next north -bound train to take them to their destination. Moved a reference to the Mayor, Corporation Counsel and the Public Utilities Committee to investigate this situation and have it stopped. Duly seconded and carried. 304 Alderman James_of the Fourth Ward stated that con- e � sistent with policy established by the Honor's administration in coming into office andFwishing.for the continuance of same, moved that'all city -employees be granted City automobile stickers for sum of 50�. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Corcoran, Brandt;, Rubin, Jourdain, James and: MacSteven (8). Voting nay Aldermen Harwood, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (5): Motion carried. ' UNDER MISCELLANEOUS.BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham intro- duced the following names for confirmation -at the next meeting of the City Council: Frank J. Elegreet, 1513 South, Blvd. as a�..member•of the . . Board of. Examining Engineers to fill the unexpired term of Karl J. Sorenson, deceased, - John Borre, Pound Master> Special Police - 6 months Carl J. Karsten, " " 6 . " renewal For Council.,records, Chief of. Police Ekman has announced that the probationary appointments -of. William H. Jones and Victor J. Drogoshave been renewed for an additional 60 day - .period, 4 . Upon mot ion ' duly se c.onded and -carried,, the Council adjourned -at 10:;10 P.M. Edward* W. Bell, City Clerk 305 Evanston, Illinois City Hall January 8, 1945 Regular'Meeting of the City Council held January 8, 1945, convening at 9:17 P.M. PRESENT: (14) Alderman Bersbach it Hemenway " Kimbark r� Mogg " MacSteven James " Jourdain " Rubin " Brandt n Emery Corcoran " Harwood " Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: (1) " Platt Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held January 2, 1945, be approved without reading.Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "There is an overdraft of $437,28 on the New Municipal Building,Account - State Bank and Trust Company. It is recommended that the above amount be transferred from General Fund to this account to cover the overdraft." Alderman Kimbark so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. Alderman Kirribark also presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATIONS TO DEFRAY ALL NECESSARY EXPENSES AND LIABILITIES OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 18 19450 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1945, grand total appropriation for general corporate, bonds and interest and special purposes $,1,760,314.00. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven.. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway who stated - "I would like to add that I hope our fellow citizens appreciate that you suggested and we approved the addition of --only 6% instead of the usual 10% for loss and cost of collection.' This means quite a saving in taxes. I hope also it will mean prompt payment of taxes when billed," Kimbark,,Mogg, MacSteven and James who stated: 306 "I am going to vote aye,on the budget and I presume all the aldermen will do likewise. I wish to say at this time that I think proper consideration has been given to the economic conditions that exist insofar as pay to the workers in the city yards is concerned, by both the Mayor who presented the budget and the.Finance Committee who concurred in the recommendations, and members of the council who approved the submission. I think there can be sensed an acknowledg- ment of the low standard of wage that has been paid to the men in the city yards for years, and that the action of the council last year and this year is appropriating the amount of money in labor item manifests a desire on the part of the council.and the Mayor to bring up to a reasonable, fair and just standard of pay for .these men. I think that the personnel of the Street Department today consists of a higher grade of men than have ever been in the employ of the Street Department. The people appreciate the character of service that these men render, some service beyond the scope of their ordinary performance of duty. There is a different spirit that prevails in the city yards, it is one of aggressiveness and one of careful attention to duty, and as Chairman of the Street Committee it used to be my experience almost every day to receive complaints about the service rendered in the streets and alleys. I seldom if ever get complaints today, and those complaints I do get are casual in character, so it all points Mr. Mayor to an attitude on the part of the men to give the kind of service that the people of Evanston pay for and that they are entitled to expect, and -we have'in the past two years taken steps -in the right direction in order to get this pay up to a reasonable and just standard" Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark moved that the Corporation Counsel be instructed to prepare the, Tax Levy. -Ordinance for presentation; and also that the Commissioner of.Public Works be authorized to solicit bids for 1945 Tax Anticipation Warrants; and that the Com- missioner of Public Works solicit bids for printing of the budget. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James; Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood,. Thoma and Hungerford'(14): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. Alderman Thoma for the FIRE COMMITTEE submitted and read a letter sent to Fire Marshal Hofstetter by,Lloyd Wynne, Fire Marshal of the Evanston Auxiliary Fire Department, as follows: ' t "The second alarm list of the Auxiliary Fire Department was called out on Saturday, January 6, at 1:31 A.M. to a fire at 702 Reba Place, and were back in service at 2:45 A.M. They were again called out at 5;16 A.M...to Washington Street and Florence Avenue, returning in service at 6:31 A.M. Total time" on duty at the first -fire was 1 hour 14 minutes, and at the second fire 1 hour 15 minutes, total 2 hours and 29 minutes. Thefollowing members on the second alarm list reported for duty: 307 Aux..Pumper Co. #8 2nd Asst, Chief Anderson Capt, McDaniel Foster - Pmp.>Sj. #26 Hamlund " 26 Dahlgren " !' 21 Bartholomew Pmp " 23 Bpnton Tr. r' 25 Bull Pmpr' " 26 Aux.- Pumper Co. #10 1st Asst. Chief Carter Lt. McMillan Wood - Truck Sq: #11 Landes Pmp. Sq. 33 Stewart " !r 1 '33 Gellersted " 34 ,Mann - Pmp " 18 Lemke " " 18 Brown " 'r 18 Pressley " " 18 0 Alderman Thoma stated "I do not think enough praise can be given to. the Auxiliary Fire Department, when you think these men are called out at 1:30 in the morning and then again at 5:160 and they are giving their time gratis to the city. It is a, great work indeed and I want to offer my congratulations and I am sure the Council feel likewise." Mayor Ingraham also stated'.that these men give a great deal of their time to this cause and we are beginning to realize the efficiency of this body of men. Alderman Corcoran for the>JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene.as of 900 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried.. Alderman .Harwo_od for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of,Public Works calling the attention of the City Council to the expiration date on February 24, 1945 of the present fire insurance and liability and property damage policies covering city owned and operated automotive equipment. The Commis - sioner of Public Works requests authority to solicit sealed proposals for the continuation of fire, liability and property damage insurance on city owned and operated automotive equipment. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood.submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that informal bids have been received for furnishing 6 visible record binders for Registration, complete with lock, index and dividers. The City Council is requested to authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to purchase 6 visible record binders for Registration, complete with lock, index and dividers, from the low bidder., Chandlert-s at the total bid price 'of $149.82, to be charged to Miscellaneous fund "Election Supplies," This has the approval -of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway,, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. 308 Alderman Mogg•for the RELIEF COMMITTEF. submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of$812.43-and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills.. Motion seconded by Alderman Kimbark. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, "Kimbark-, Mogg, Mac.Steven,.James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, .Corcoran,. Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman :James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Commissioners of Public Works: "On -Saturday, January.6, 1945 our salvage collection was held and the following is a record of the tin cans and paper collected: Ward Tin Cans Per Capita Papers and Tin cans Magazines 1 2180 lbs. .36 lbs. 13050 lbs. 2 700 lbs. .098 lbs. 3350 lbs. 3 3080 lbs. .388 lbs. 4100 lbs. 4 2660 .lbs. .34 lbs. 9370 lbs. 5 900 lbs. .008 lbs. 9670 lbs. 6 3600 lbs. .345 lbs. 49880 lbs.. 7 2900 lbs. .345 lbs. 20480 lbs. 8 630 lbs. .085 lbs. 7210 lbs. Total 16650 lbs. .254 lbs. 117110 lbs. Third Ward is.the Tin Can Prophy Winner.' UNDER CALL OF WARDS:' Alderman Thoma of -the Eighth .Ward stated "Now that the budget is a thing of the .past -I would lid to bring up the matter of special assessments which we have talked about several times and which we have gone into slightly in one of our Committee of the. Whole Meetings. I am asking for a meeting next Monday night and that the .Corporation Counsel be prepared to give us - more information as to how to proceed." UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Frank J. Elegreet, as a member of the Board of Examining Engineers to fill the unexpired term of Karl J. Sorenson, deceased. John Borre, Pound Master Special Police - 6 months Carl J. Karsten, " " 6 " renewal Alderman Rubin, moved. that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council . adjourned at 9:35' P.M... Edward W. Bell, City Clerk e w 309 Evans.ton.., Illinois City Hall January 15, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held January 15, 1945, convening at 10.15 P.M. PRESENT: (13) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway !' Mogg MacSteven t1 James " Jourdain " Rubin Brandt Emery Corcoran Harwood it Thoma !' Hungerford ABSENT: (2) " Platt !' Kimbark Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held January 8, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded/ and carried. Alderman Harwood for the FINANCE COMMITTEE introduced An Ordinance Levying Taxes in the City of Evanston, County of Cook, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 1945 and ending December 31, 1945. Alderman Harwood moved authorization for payment of temporary payrolls on January 19th in approximate amount of $11,000. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, , Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Jourdain for' the BUILDING COMMITTEE submitted application received from Mrs. Claude M. Richardson, Sr. requesting permission to erect a two car frame garage on the rear of the vacant lot to the south of their residence at 1735 Hartrey Avenue. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. - Motion seconded by Alderman Emery and carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran stated that pursuant to reference made by Alderman Bersbach some time ago, the Judiciary Committee has been working for many weeks on the revision of Rules and Order of Business for the City Council. The work has been completed and a revision of these rules has been mimeographed. Asked that a copy be given to each member of the Council. These Rules as revised by the Judiciary Committee are presented to the Aldermen with the unanimous approval of the Judiciary Committee and the Corporation Counsel$ and he suggested that the Aldermen read them over carefully. There will be a meeting of the Committee of the Whole next week to discuss same. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works stating that the Maintenance Division is in need of a small one-half horse power electric air compressor for spray painting, which can be used to great advantage painting street name signs, traffic signs, etc. Two companies have indicated that they would be able to supply this compressor. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works'be authorized to purchase one air compressor from the low bidder, DeVilbiss Company at the bid price of $130.08, to be charged to Account No. 33. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood,` Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (13); Voting nay norie.. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted 'bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $502,72 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford; Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (13)= Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted report from the*Commissioner of Public Works together with copy of Resolution appropriating motor fuel tax funds in amount of $29,575,50 for maintaining various arterial streets and state highways (41) - and including maintenance and electric energy expense for traffic signals on portions of Ridge Avenue, Green Bay Road, Chicago Avenue, Oak Avenue, for the period January 1, 1945'to December 31, 1945. Alderman James moved the approval and adoption of this resolution and that two certified copies be sent to the Illinois Division of Highways for their approval. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, 311 Jourdain; James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (13):. Voting --nay none (0). Motion carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham.intro- duced the -'following names for confirmation at the'next meeting of the City Council: • . Boston Ephraim,.'Special Police - 6 months'renewal Clinton L. Baldwin, " " 6 •'J Carl N. Brown, n n n 6 n it s Jackson Tolbert, « rt 6 it n Charles Searles, " " 6 For Council records, Chief Ekman has announced.that M the probationary period for Charles L. Schwarz -and Robert R. Kutok has been extended another 60 days.`' Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:25 P.M�. ' Edward W. Bell., . City, Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall • January 22, 1945 ` Regular Meeting of the City•Council.held January 22, 1945, convening at 11:20 P.M. PRESENT: (14) Alderman Bersbach » Hemenway ' Kimbark it MogS MacSteven it James " Jourdain rr Rubin Brandt + " Emery Corcoran Harwood" " Thoma Hungerford' . 'ABSENT: (l) r' Platt Mayor Ingraham presiding. -- Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held Janua'ry'15, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City`Clerk Edward.W. Bell, presented•the following: Request from the City Clerk to the Aldermen to submit list of .,judges and clerks, also polling places for the April election.' The Election -Ordinance must be passed early in February. Notice from State of Illinois advising that our allotment 3�2 of Motor Fuel Tax for the month of December, 1944 is.$6,411.72. Alderman James moved same be .referred to the Commissioner of Public . Works and the Street Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted report from the City Treasurer stating that in accordance with authority conferred upon them at a meeting of the City Council held December 26, 1944, the Mayor, the City Treasurer and the City Comp- troller paid the temporary payrolls of $110416.49 and bills of $42381,01 on December 31, 1944. Alderman Kimbark moved approval of this action. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried: Alderman Kimbark also submitted report from the City Treasurer advising that in accordance with authority conferred upon them at a meeting of the City Council January 15, 1945, the. Mayor, the City Treasurer and the City Comptroller paid the temporary payrolls in.amount of S9,566.30 on January 11, 1945. Alderman Kimbark moved approval of this action. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE LEVYING TAXES IN THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COUNTY OF COOK, STATE OF ILLINOIS, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1945 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1945 - total amount levied by this ordinance $10018,563.37. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. .Alderman Kimbark also stated that the City of Evanston solicited bids for approximately $425,000 Tax Anticipation Warrants to be issued against the 1945 tax levies of the City of Evanston for various purposes. Two bids were received. For the joint account of Scott & Wyandt, Inc. and Enyart, Van Camp & Co.-Inc..who made a firm bid of 100 .to bear interest at the rate of 7/8 of 1°q, plus a total premium of 69¢ per $1,000.- Bid from the three banks in Evanston f 313 of par for all warrants bearing interest at the. rate of 1% per annum, plus a premium of $25 to be paid upon delivery of the first warrants issued. As the joint bid of Scott & Wyandt, Inc. and Enyart, Van Camp & Co. Inc. was high, moved that the Mayor, City Clerk and Cor- poration Counsel be authorized to enter into a contract for the t acceptance of this bid a.s specified. Motion seconded by _Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg,,. MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark moved that the Corporation Counsel be authorized to prepare ordinance for the issuance of Tax Antici- pation Warrants. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen•Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none (0). .Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted and moved the payment, of -the following bills, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Illinois Municipal League $393.00 to annual dues for year ending December 31, 1945 and contribution for Legislative program. Miscellaneous Fund $20.00 Miscellaneous Fund 23.96 Water Department 2.44 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, y r Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford'(14): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried.. Alderman Kimbark submitted communication from the Clerk of The Municipal Court of Evanston, John Be Treff, requesting t the establishment of a petty cash fund: Accordingly moved that the City Treasurer'be authorized to issue a check in the sum of $35'for his, office. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted three requests for refunds as follows: Main Food Shop, 717 Main Street - refund of cigarette license paid January 12 of $50 as they have discontinued the sale of same. Moved a refund of $50 less $2.50. 314 s William, J. Warmington, .833 Hamlin St. -a member of Navy. V-12 Unit who paid full rate. .Moved a . refund of $2-.50. Liggett Drug Co. paid permit fee for the'electric sign in front of their store at 1900-04jCentral Street, which .store has since been closed. Moved a refund of $10.40 less 75¢.and that permit be' voided : and .refund made. Motion seconded by Alderman.,Harwood.'; • Voting aye - Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg,-',MacSteven, James,. Jourdain, Rubin_, Brandt., Emery, `Cor.coran-, . Harwood, Thom_ a and-Hungerford ' (i4) ; Voting. nay . none (0) . . Motion. carried. Alderman James asked for; a reconsideration of vote in. regard. to payment of bill to - the Illinois Municipal League for 4393.00 and moved same.be.re-referred'-to the Finance Committee for consideration. • ,Duly seconded -and .carried. • . ;. t 0 , Alderman Corcoran for ;the JUDICIARY- COMMITTEE moved } that the_ Council convene as of 9; 00; o f clock P_.M. and consent. to stay in session beyond period of 10t30.otclock:P. M. Duly seconded and carried.- Alderman ,Mogg• for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted. bills of the Relief Organization. ;in• amount -. of $475,92 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. .Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen•Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James.,Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, ._ t ' Emery, Corcoran, -Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford,(14); Voting nay none (0). Motion carried. - Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE submitted a report of the Zoning Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of a variation to'permit the erection and use., for administrative, engineering and research purposes and not for manufacturing purposes, of a one story building.on the property bounded by Greenleaf -Street, Brown Avenue; Lee Street and the first alley west of Brown Avenue, provided that the proposed building is setback not less than ninety-four feet frwn Lee Street and sixty feet from Brown Avenue and from Greenleaf Street, and further provided that no fence be erected on said property or any part of it east of the alley bounding -'said property on the west. (Application from Electrical Research Lab.) As Chairman of the,Committee on Zoning Alderman Bersbach recommended that this variation be granted, and so moved. I 315 Motion seconded by Alderman Emery.+ Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway and Kimbark who stated: "I have given this a lot of thought and tried to weigh both sides of the question and after hearing the points brought out that the actual construction of -this building on the property involved will be 148 feet away from Lee Street which in addition to the 66 foot street will make it well over 200 feet away from the nearest residence. And also the fact that the gate to the parking area for the factory to be built will be on Greenleaf Street,'and also that the whole project will not be delayed 25 years but that immediate action is in mind, causes me to feel the good to be gained for the entire neighborhood outweighs the objections, and therefore I vote aye" Aldermen Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Embryo Corcoran and Harwood who stated; "Iii voting aye I wish to express my appreciation to the Attorney for the objectors, the objectors and the Attorney for the Petitioner, the Zoning Board of Appeals for the' way the matter has been presented which has assisted me in reaching a rather difficult decision' and Alderman Thoma who stated; ''I have voiced my opinion before on the subject of inviting into the..city desirable factories to provide labor and work after the war. We will have a lot of war workers out after the,war and and we certainly want to do everything we can to provide jobs for these boys, and that is one of the reasons I would like to see 700 boys find employment in the city" Voting aye'(12): Voting nay Alderman MacSteven who stated; "As .a west sider I held up the motion a week'ago in the -Zoning Committee meeting until we could get more information. If we are going to allow encroachment of industrial business to creep in we are spoiling our west side. Therefore I vote no" and Alderman Hungerford who stated; "I have listened with a great deal of interest to both sides and the decision I have come to has been difficult to make. I want it understood that I am not opposed to progress or additional plants coming into Evanston, but I think property owners should be protected and unless we adhere to the zoning, laws as strictly as we can the zoning laws will become useless. I appreciate the fact that we want to give -700 boys re- turning.from.service employment, but the variation in zoning in my opinion is absolutely unnecessary. If this were all vacant property I would not object, but when people invest in the neigh- borhood of $18,000 to build homes I think they have a right to be protected. I vote no even though this variation will be passed by the Council. All variations are vicious and should be avoided whenever possible. The Counsel for Erla told us they were not going to put up a fence, but that if the Government insisted they will have to.-i and for this reason and on general principals I vote.no.rr Voting nay (2); Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE introduced An Ordinance Vacating Grey Avenue from Lee Street to Greenleaf Street and certain public alleys extending from Lee Street to Greenleaf Street. 316 UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduceda Charles Searles, Special Police -'6 months renewal Jackson Tolbert, " it 6 Carl, K. Brown,,. !' " 6 !' Clinton L. Baldwin, rr ►r 6, rr. rr Boston Ephraim,,- " " 6 Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. + Duly seconded and carried-, Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation,at.next.meeting of the City -Council: Andrew Soderberg, Special Police - 6 months renewal Waldemar C. Kasten, Senior Clerk Police Dept. 60 days " Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 11:.45 P.M:, Edward W. Bell, City Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall January 29, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held January 29, 1945, convening at lOr30 P.M. PRESENT: (13) Alderman B6rsbach !' Hemenway Mogg MacSteven " James " Jourdain Rubin " Brandt # Emery Corcoran Harwood ` Thoma '.' Hungerford .ABSENT: (2)' " Platt Kimbark Mayor Ingraham .presiding: Alderman. Rubin moved that the* Minutes of Meeting held January 22,.1945, be approved without reading. Dul9 seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell,. presented the following Communication State of Illinois, dated January 13, 1945 approving Resolution for Section 20-CS adopted by the City Council of the City of Evanston at a meeting held October.9, 1944,. The ?. improvement consists of a Portland cement concrete pavement, together with necessary traffic control equipment, drainage structures, curbs 317 and.appurtenances on Davis Street, Arterial Street No. 7, from Benson Avenue to Orrington Avenue, and on Sherman Avenue, Arterial Street No. 4, from GroveStreet to Davis Street, for sum of $80,000 from Motor Fuel Tax funds. Alderman James moved same be referred to the Commissioner of Public .Works and the Street Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted application received from-F.D. Ellis requesting permission to remodel a two apartment building at 631 Hinman Avenue by dividing each of the large apartments into: -.two smaller ones, adding a section on the.rear of•'the building and installing an apartment in the base- ment. The applicant desires permission'to use rock lath and cement plaster on the,basement ceiling and to construct the dividing partition by filling in spaces between the studs with fire resistant material. He also requests permission to use steel columns to'carry the rear stairways. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood for the FINANCE COMMITTEE sub- .mitted.and moved the payment of,the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized; Auditing Department 6.02 Building Department 15.10 • City Clerk's Office 18.06 City Collectors Office 109.29 City Hall Building 564.56 City Treasurers office 54,93 Contingent Fund 191.21 Fire Department 10415.66 Health Department 468.33 Health Department 24.38 Legal Department 43.59 Motor Fuel Tax -Special Acct. 20176.59 Municipal Court 22.02 New Municipal Building Acct. 54.24 Park Department 147.70 Playground Department 286.92 Police Department 1,554.72 Public Works Department 317.45 Salaries of City Officers Fund 2.55 Salvage -Special Account 72.11 Salvage -Special Account 175,17 Street & Bridge Department 10301.86 • Pumping Station 18818.69 Filtration Plant 10111.92 Water Mains Bureau 28.45 City of Evanston Water Works Revenue•1944 Bond Acct. 213,41 Water Meter Bureau 322,70 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, 318 Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted bill from the United States Conference of Mayors in amount of $100 covering service fees for 1945, and moved same be paid. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid February 2, 19450 same to be charged to the proper accounts: Civil Service Commission $36.00 Street & Bridge Repair.Dept. 7,213087 Public Playgrounds Dept. 975.55 Police.Department 551,60 Police Department 30.00 Building Department 45.50 Water Department 323.79 Public Works -Maintenance 179.52 Sewer Department 248.49 Park Department 1$79.45 Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven.. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted communication from the Commissioner of Buildings relative to request for refund from the Architectural Homes, Inc. of $78.75 covering permit fees issued July 7, 1944 fqr the construction of five houses on Leland Avenue. Construction was, never.started on these buildings, and the contractor has abandoned the project. Accordingly moved that refund of $78.75 be granted and_the`permits voided. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting,aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, P Brandt, Rubin•, °Jourdain, James, MacSteven.-Mogg., Hemenway and Bersbach (12):1 Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted request from Rosents Bakery,, 2549 W. Division Street, Chicago for refund -of business -vehicle license #120 in amount of $10.• This was purchased in error as the firm have no vehicles operating in Evanston. Moved that a refund of $10 be granted.. 'License and sticker have been re- turned. Motiorl seconded by, Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt; Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none. Motion `carried. 319 1 Alderman Harwood introduced An Ordinance Providin,$ for the Issuance of $425,000 1945 Tax Anticipation Warrants of the City of Evanston, in Cook County, Illinois. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran submitted copies of Lease from Trustees of Schools, Township 41 to the City of Evanston, leasing the former Larimer School site, also the playground opposite, for term beginning January 1, 1945 and ending December 31, 1995, in consideration of the stun of ..$1.00. Alderman Corcoran moved that the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to enter into this Lease on behalf of the City of Evanston. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran also -.submitted application received from the Chicago Federation of Aged and Adult Charities for permit to hold a Tag Day on May 14, 1945. This is one of the organizations we regularly grant this permit to and committee rec- ommends that permit be granted, and -so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran introduced An Ordinance Calling for An Election in the City of Evanston, and in the Town of the City of Evanston to be held on Tuesday, the 3rd day of April, 1945. Alderman Corcoran for the PARK COMMITTEE stated: VI am very happy at the action taken tonight on the lease for the school property, which will give us an opportunity to give the people of the Second Ward park and playground facilities, which have been sadly neglected,for many years, and which will add to the comfort and pleasure of the children there." Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLUTION RE: PURCHASE OF SITE FOR POLICE AND FIRE STATION AT NORTHWEST CORNER OF LAKE STREET AND ELMWOOD AVENUE. 320 'WHEREAS, the City Council has heretofore ratified and approved the recommendation made by the Citizens' Advisory Committee on Post War Planning as to the Ilocation for a new Police and Fire Station and has secured an option for the purchase of said site at the northwest corner of Lake Street and -Elmwood Avenue more particularly described as - Lots Fifteen (15) and Sixteen (1:6) and -the South One Hundred Fourteen (114) feet of Lot Seventeen S17) in the subdivision of Block Fifty-three (53) . in Evan st on - and WHEREAS, said option for purchase at the price of $20,000 with adjustments for rental, taxes and interest is in full force and effect and provision has been made for the financing of said purchase in the 1945.budget under Item No. 329; and WHEREAS, it appears to be for the best interest of the City that said option be exercised forthwith and the. balance of purchase price paid on or before March 1, 1945; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED: That the Corporation Counsel be authorized to notify the State Bank and Trust Company, Trustee under Trust Agreement dated June 1, 1944 that the City has elected to exercise its option to purchase said property and that the balance of purchase -price in the approximate amount of $19,542.88 be paid as soon as title approved by the Corporation Counsel is ready for delivery, said payment to be;charged to item No. 329. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen HiAigerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman,Brandt made the following remarks to the Council: "Very often the Council does not do very much in one evening, but this evening we have accomplished a great deal which will go,down-in the history of Evanston. I want to congratulate the Mayor, the Street Committee, the Corporation Counsel and Commissioner of Public Works on the improvement of Davis Street. I also wish to ccmipliment the Park Committee and the Mayor on the Larimer School lease; also the Mayor, Corporation Counsel, Commissioner of Public Works, the Council and Post War Planning Commission and the public spirited* citizens ivho have assisted us so nobly on the purchase of the Police and Fire Station site. It has been 25 years since the City has been struggling over this problem and I think it is quite an event." Alderman James asked that the records include the fact that the Council registers its appreciation to Alderman Brandt as',Chairman of his. committee, who has worked untiringly in b ringingabout the passage of this resolution tonight. Alderman Thoma made the following remarks: "My first two years in Council the Public Buildings Com- mittee was quite dormant. Since Alderman Brandt has been Chairman we have a new Municipal Building, a new Police and Fire Station, and I certainly think he has done a remarkable job and deserves our congratulations. Give him time and he will re -build Evanston and in a few years.we won't recognize the town." 321 Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works stating that the City Treasurer's office is in need of 150 sets of City Treasurer's Financial statements. Several bids.were solicited but::only Mumm Print Shop 'is willing to bid. They submitted the'same bid as last year, $225.00. It is recommended that the contract be awarded to Mumm Print Shop for the bid price of $225.00, to be charged to item No. 263. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt; Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $'58.81 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none.. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE presented and moved the adoption of AN ORDINANCE VACATING GREY AVENUE FROM LEE STREET TO GREENLEAF STREET AND CERTAIN PUBLIC ALLEYS EITENDING FROM LEE STREET TO GREENLEAF STREET. Talking to the passage of the Ordinance Alderman MacSteven made the following remarks: "I think we are making a mistake. I think the Aldermen in Evanston.have voted in good faith, but I do not think they realize what they are beginning to do. I think they voted primarily because they want the business to come to Evanston. Is that o-dr thought? I always thought we wanted to have.this a city of homes. Maybe I am wrong. I was born four blocks from that location 48 years ago. If we are going to encourage that sort of thing let us -do it right. The Aldermen want the men in Evanston to have jobs. Niles Center has offered them a fine site. Otherwise let us just throw the zoning ordinance out." Alderman Hungerford stated: "Last week when this variation in zoning was up and it was passed -by an overwhelming vote, I voted no. Inasmuch as this will undoubtedly pass as it is supplementary.to the other motion, I will vote aye." Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Hemenway and Bersbach (.11): Voting nay Alderman MacSteven (1): Motion carried. 322 , k / UNDER .CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Hungerford of the Eighth Ward moved a reference to the.Public Utilities Committee and the Corporation Counsel the question of the bus service on • - y - Ridge Avenue, Route No. 2 during rush hours, especially between 5:30 and 6:00 P.M. "While waiting at .the corner of Main and Ridge sometimes two and three buses pass. I realize they are,very crowded due to war conditions but something should be done about it. I waited the other night for 20 minutes" for a bus. going south and then three buses came along. They should keep on a schedule of some sort, to say the -least.", Asked - them •;to inquire what can be done, to improve it. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma of,the Eighth Ward stated he had ,received complaints about the health 'situation.on the west side of .Clyde Avenue from Howard Street to Brummel Street.. That area of.. apartments is infested with rats.- Moved a reference to the Health Committee to'check into that area as well.as the situation of all stores on Howard Street to see that the garbage is kept in containers which have covers. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood of the Seventh.Ward stated that there have been slip-ups in furnishing mesh bags for picking -up waste paper and the Commissioner of Public Works suggested that some publicity be given to the fact that these bags can be obtained by 1phoning the city,yards and asking.thie drivers�to leave same. They < can also be obtained by leaving a note'on the.containers at home. - 'Alderman-BrandtpT the Sixth"Ward submitted Report -T No.' 12 .from the Citizerist Advisory Committee on Post War'Planning `for ,Evanston''sub ject: Commercial and• Industrial Development of Evanston. Quoting'part:of it''which states - "It is'little wonder that Evanston - The Forest City' was proud to be' -designated •as a -city of homes, schools and churches. Alsolit would seem wise -to endeavor to encourage the >mo W desirable development of industrially zoned areas' rather than to permit them to lie idle or be developed b ' .a process that might almost be called encroachment. Certainly there are no aspects•of Evan.stonTs future developments that•more loudly' cry for"intelligent long- range planning and 'control than do its commercial and industrial activities." Alderman Brandt asked that a copy of this report be sent to the Chamber of Commerce•, and this 3 2.3 report be referred to the Zoning Committee. Duly seconded and carried. ` Alderman Brandt also submitted Report No. 13 of ,-Citizens?-Advisory Committee for Post War Planning for Evanstong subject: A City Plan and a Plan Commission for Evanston. They give us a skeleton of a plan and also a supplement with comments regarding this plan. This comes at a very opportune time as the Mayor has been considering a Plan Commission for several months, having talked it over with several of the aldermen regarding same. D This step is the most important of all and he complimented them on this very thorough report and asked the aldermen to read it carefully. Moved same be referred to the Mayor to act on same. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor•Ingraham made the following appointments.of-names previously introduced: Andrew Soderberg, 'Special Police - 6.months renewal Waldemar C. Kasten, Senior Clerk Police Dept. 60 days` Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at the next meeting of the City Council: Harry G. McGowan, Special Police - 6 months Guy CAselberry, " " 6 " renewal { a Upon motion duly seconded and-carried,'the Council adjourned at ll:•10 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk k i 324 Evanston,.Illinois City Hall February 5, 1945 Regular Meeting of.the'City Council held February 5, 1945,, convening at 10:05 P.M. a PRESENT: (14) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway " Kimbark rr Mogg rr MacSteven r " James " Jourdain !' Rubin " Brandt rr Emery " Corcoran '.' Harwood , " Thoma " Hungerford ABSENT: (1) " Platt Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes,of Meeting held January 290.1945, be•approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: City Treasurer's Financial Statement as of December 31, 1944, Aldermen Kimbark moved same be.`referred to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the Auditor.; Duly seconded and.carried._ Mayor Ingraham informed the Council that he had received a letter from Alderman Henry R. Platt, Jr. tendering his resignation as Alderman of the Second. Ward effective April 1, 1945. Alderman Platt is moving out of the Ward. Alderman Corcoran remarked: "It is with exceeding regret that we accept this resignation. It goes without saying that he is one of the finest aldermen Evanston has ever had. How- ever, as he is moving out of the ward we must of necessity accept his resignation." Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood who welcomed him into the Seventh Ward. Alderman Kimbark moved a reference to the Judiciary Committee to prepare resolution expressing the Council's regret at Alderman Platt'sresignation. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery and carried. ,325 Alderman Kimbark for .the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted and moved the payment of the following supplemental payroll, same to be -charged to the proper account: ,City Clerk's Office $64.50 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourd.ain, Rubin,"Brandt, -Emery, Corcoran, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that -the proper charges and transfers be authorized; Building Department $11.22 City Hall Building 150.88 City Treasurer's Office 3.31 Civil Service Commission 70,00 Contingent Fund 5•.00 Fire Department 173.41 Garbage Department 2,50 Health Department 45,06 Motor Fuel Tax Fund', 266.81 Municipal Court 11,00 Park Department 137,21 Playground Department 72.36 Police Department 121,99 Public Works Department 63,11 Salvage -Special Account 161.90 Salvage -Special Account 21.67 -Street & Bridge Department 10099.51 Filtration Plant 10.51 Water Meter Bureau 7.50 Miscellaneous Fund 35,00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenwaya Kimbarko Mogga MacSteven, James, Jourdaina Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. I I Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark stated that Harold H. Scudamore, 2210 Maple Avenue purchased city vehicle license #2536 for $5 on January 17, 1945 without disclosing that he is a member of the United States Army and stationed in this area. Accordingly moved that a refund of $2.50 be made. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James,, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the passage Fz . of AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY- FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($425,000) 1945 TAX ANTICIPATION WARRANTS OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Motion seconded by 326 Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Ki.mbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, and Hungerf ord (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway for the HEALTH COMMITTEE submitted report from Dr. Winston H. Tucker, Commissioner of Health, relative to reference made by -Alderman Thoma in regard to rat infestation on the west side of Clyde Avenue from Howard Street to Brummel Street. An inspection was made of the area in question but no loose garbage or inadequate garbage containers at any of the stores in that area was found. However, it was found that some of the residents on Clyde Avenue were.feeding birds by throwing bread crusts and other food out the doors and windows upon the snow and ground. This food attrac— ted the rats, and this apparently is the reason for rat infestation in the.neighborhood. If birds are to be fed, standard bird feeding stations should be set up, which are not accessible to squirrels and rats. Any citizen of Evanston can obtain without costa reliable rat poison and directions for its use at the Health Department or the office of the City Collector in the City Hall, as announced in the Evanston Review, Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the ,Council convene as of 9;00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran stated that inasmuch as next Monday is Lincoln's Birthday, moved that the next meeting `of the City Council be held on Tuesday, February 13, 1945. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran also presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE CALLING FOR AN ELECTION IN THE CITY OF EVANSTON AND IN THE TOWN OF THE CITY'OF EVANSTON TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY,'THE 3rd DAY OF APRIL, 1945. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood and Hungerford (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran reported that the Council con- sidered in a committee meeting of the whole question of abolishing the office of Police Magistrate. It seems this office serves no particular purpose and the city is put to some expense in maintaining 327 it. Accordingly moved the Suspension of the Rules for the purpose of passing an ordinance abolishing this office. Motion seconded by Alderman Fogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran then presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE ABOLISHING THE OFFICE OF POLICE MAGISTRATE WITHIN THE CITY OF EVANSTON AND THE TOWN OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, -Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran stated that the Council considered in a meeting of the committee of the whole the .question of. special assessments and pursuant to action taken therein presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLUTION. RE: FORECLOSURE OF DELINQUENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS WHEREAS, many vacant lots in Evanston are delinquent in the payment of special assessments to the extent that the amount of such assessments, accumulated interest thereon and penalties exceed the actual market value of the property; and WHEREAS, the owners and holders of defaulted special assessment bonds will not be able to secure additional return on their investments until delinquent assessments are paid'in whole or in part; and WHEREAS, most vacant lots which are delinquent in the payment of special assessments are also delinquent in -the payment of general taxes and are thus a burden on the tax rolls; and WHEREAS, it is not probable that owners of vacant lots will take steps toward paying delinquent taxes or special asses- sments where .the amount to be paid would exceed the -value of the property; and WHEREAS, the City of Evanston has the power under Chapter 24, Section 84, sub -section 56, Illinois Revised Statutes 1943 to foreclose .the lien of delinquent.special assessments and numerous cities and villages in Cook County and adjacent counties are taking steps to clear up their delinquent special assessments under said provision so that their vacant properties will be available for post-war building, and Evanston as a result will be faced.with a definite competitive condition and will have its vacant areas remain vacant and abandoned unless steps are taken or authorized to make possible the foreclosure of special assessments and the restoration of such real estate to the tax rolls; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Council go on record as being in accord with a program making possible the foreclosure of delinquent special assessments on vacant properties within the City of Evanston and that the Council Committee on Local Improvements be authorized to work with the Corporation Counsel in carrying out the details of such program. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. 328 Alderman Brandt for the.PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE stated that copies -of Reports No. 12 and No., 13 from the Citizens Advisory Committee were put in each committee folder and he hoped that the aldermen would make a thorough study of,same. Alderman Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE referred to inquiry made at the last meeting of the City Council by Alderman Hungerford in regard to the bus service on Ridge Avenue. As Chairman. of the Public Utilities Committee along with the Cor- poration Counsel contacted officials,of the Bus Company and he hoped to have a report,for the next meeting of the City Council. Alderman Harwood for 'the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative.to bids solicited for asphalt tile and linoleum for the Health Department hallway and stairs. Thos. Moulding Floor Co. is not in a position to furnish nosing for the stair treads, hence are unable to bid on complete job. It is recommended that the contract for hallway and i stairs be awarded to Dallia Floors, at the price quoted, $406.00, ,-to be charged to Account No. 597. This has the approval of the Health, Public Buildings and Purchasing Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford•(14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of .the Relief Organization in amount of. $439.17 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven.- Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenwaya Kimbark., Mogg, MacStevena James, Jourdaina Rubin, Brandt., Emery,. Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford. (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Kimbark of the Third Ward asked the Press to take notice of resolution passed this evening concerning special assessments, so that when,,: as and if we do start on.a course of action the more we know about it the better it will be. 929 Alderman James of the. Fourth Ward _made the following remarks: "Living in the south end of Evanston on Washington Street isavenerable and well respected citizen who has resided here some 60 odd -years and among his various civic activities lending themselves. to the general welfare of the city, is the fact that he has acted as a Judge of County and City elections for 41 years continuously. I think from the information I can gather he is the oldest official in the county acting'in this capacity, he being so recognized by the County Clerk." Accordingly Alderman James presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution; I BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City -of Evanston in recognition of the many years of faithful service rendered by ADOLPH STREIFF, 708 Washington Street, who is 82 years of age and w'ho nas served as election judge since 1904, who was responsible for devising a plan which has been generally adopted in other precincts speeding up voting and counting of votes, the Council hereby expresses its appreciation and thanks. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven and carried. Alderman Brandt' of the Sixth.Ward stated: "About four or five weeks ago the Citizens? Advisory Com- mittee on Post War Planning made a very voluminous report on sewers. I believe this report is worth considering and studying. •It was referred to the Local Improvements Committee and I know the Chairman has studied it and investigated a number of things that could be done. I believe he should have a committee meeting. -,,and make a report on.some of his findings. Now that his committee will be.active I would first like to have a report from .the committee on sewers as there are a number of people not only in our ward but other wards who will be vitally affected when the spring rains come on. There are some things we cannot do but there are some we*can do in the post war planning. I understand the City of Galesburg put through a project without waiting until after the war and at a time when.they can obtain money at a very low amount. We should consider this report even if we cannot do anything." Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward asked the Press to take notice of,report from Dr. Tucker concerning the feeding of birds, as this is .one of the reasons for the rats in that particular area. Alderman Hungerford of the Eighth Ward stated that as Chairman of the Committee on Local Improvements he..has spent some time on the sewer report, and has friends.who are familiar with sewer financing making investigations as to the feasibility of fin- ancing a sewer system. He will call a meeting soon. 0' UNDER! MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham read his Annual Report for 1944, copy of which is filed in the office of the City Clerk. 330 Mayor Ingraham made, the -following appointments of names previously introduced; Guy Caselberry, Special Police - 6 months renewal Harry G. McGowan., rr rr 6, rr Alderman Mogg moved that these appointments be confirmed.- Duly seconded and 'carried. , Mayor --Ingraham 'introduced the- following name for confirmation at the next meeting of the City Council; Willard B. Tulloch, License Enforcing Officer-6 months' renewal For Council records Chief.Ekman has announced - that, as of February i•, 1945, Lowell -W. ' Calderwood has been certified as Lieutenant of Police and Fred B. Wynn as Sergeant of Police,.by the Civil Service Commission. ' Alderman James of the Fourth Ward madea reference to the Mayor, Corporation Counsel and Chairman of the.Street Committee to confer with the members of the State Legislature representing this district'both in the House and'Senate, pursuant'to action.that has previously, on more than one occasion,'been"taken on the part of this.Council, with regard to -.-starting in motion the machinery to _.. a make an amendment to 'the Motor Fue1 Tax law providing that a certain percentage of -the proceeds` of motor fuel tax funds alloted• to the municipalities, be placed at the'-disposaliof the city to be spent on secondary streets..•Duly seconded`and,carried:- Upori motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned -at 10;37'P.M. - -Edward V. Bell,_ City Clerk e::y4r'ir:c°".r, h.r.n••'4ho• 5 - Evanston, Illinois ' City Hall., . February 13, 1945. Regular Meeting of'the City Council held February 132 1945s convening at 10:00 -P.M. PRESENT: (14): Alderman Bersbach Hemenway ' Kimbark ►' Mogg _. rr MacSteven James Jourdain Rubin - Brandt n . Emery Corcoran Harwood ;r. Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: (ly Platt Mayor..Ingraham presiding. . Alderman Kimbark moved that the Minutes of Meeting • . held February 5, 1945, be approved without' reading. Duly seconded and carried.. r - Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the f.ollowing bills, • and 'that the proper charges and transfers be. authorized: Building Department $16.75 • City, Clerk's Office 1.00 . City Collector"s.' Office 20.81 _ City Hall Building = _. 20,75 ` City Treasurer's Office 14.68 Civil.Service Commission .75 - Contingent Fund 203.00 _Fire Department 333.80, .- Garbage Department 399.52 _ .,,Health Department _ 107.87 Legal Department c 279.20 . Miscellaneous R"und 62.50 Motor Fuel Tax -Special Account 211.98 .. Municipal Court 18.00 Park Department 57.17 Playground Department 256.92 Police Department 364.78 Public Works Department 173.11 Salaries of City, Officers Fund 4.04 Salvage -Special Account 91.80 Street & Bridge Department ; 6,745.45 Pumping.. St at ion. 570.25 Filtration Plant', ,-25.37 Water Mains Bureau 23.00 ' - ,Water Meter Bureau, 211,20 .r Miscellaneous Fund 30.00 Miscellaneous -Fund 23.96 Motion;se,conded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma,•Harviood., Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, -MacSteven,,Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and-Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion. carried. 33w Alderman Kimbark also presented_ and. moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid February'16, 1945, same to -be charged to the proper accounts: Police Department $544.95 Police Department 30,00 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 6:600.47 Civil Service Commission 40.50 Park Department 1,316.83 Building Department 45.50 Public -Playgrounds Dept. 853.06. Public Works -Sewer 248,49 Public Works -Maintenance 179,52 Water Department 331,32 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerf ord, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran., Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (14) Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "On January 24, 1945, Mr. Oscar Carlson, 1517 Lee Street, was billed $123.84, invoice No. 17022 for some work t.hat should have been an interdepartmental charge. On February 2, 1945, the North East Park District was billed for electrical repair work in the gymnasium at Chandler Park. Invoice No. 17045 in the amount of $7.26. This should have been charged to the Park Department. Authority is requested to cancel Invoice No. 17022 to Mr. Oscar Carlson and Invoice No. 17045 to North East Park District." Alderman Kimbark accordingly moved that these invoices be cancelled. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. 'Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford,, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark,. Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "At various times, Evanston has been a member Qf the Chicago Regi-onal Planning Association. Undoubtedly Evanston derives a definite benefit from it, member or not. The $50 fee, in my opinion, is amply returned to Evanston. I recommend that we pay this $50 membership fee. Mr. Goodman is in full accord with this." The Finance Committee discussed this with the Commissioner of Public Works and upon recommendation of the two Commissioners feel it is money well spent, and accordingly moved that this fee in amount of $50,be paid and charged to the Miscellaneous Fund. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Speaking to the motion, Alderman.James made the following remarks: 333 "In the last several years I have objected to payment of membership fee to the.Chicago Regional Planning*A.s.sociation, not as a matter of amount but a matter of principal. I have no objection to the fee this year, but I would like to explain that the reason I objected to it previously was because I think, whether unwittingly or not the association did a great dis-service to the City of Evanston and particularly to the taxpayers of the Fourth and Eighth Wards, by sending their representative°Mr. Kingery, out here'and in speaking in favor of the Ridgeville Park District, which everyone knows was an imposition upon the people of the Fourth aid Eighth Wards. It may have been that some of the remarks Mr. Kingery made.. in regard to the need for parks in that particular area were true, but it certainly was inappropriate to encouragea park district especially at a time when the people were aroused in -that part of the city, not only because of the creation°of the district but the manner in which it was created, and at a time when the people vitally,interested were taking steps and exploring into the possibil- ty'of destroying the district by the same means it was.created. In the interim the . Officers of the .Park District have changed and the affairs are being controlled by people of repute, people in whom the residents of that area have a good deal of ` confidence, but that does not change the situat'ion insofar as the interest of the Regional Planning Association is concerned, which organization is designed to help the city, not to come in here and encourage a bad situation, a situation which we were trying to -correct. It seems to me an organization comparable to it ought at least make inquiry into the status of the* situation before they come in and confuse it. That is the reason�I was.against it. I do think Mr. Kingery should be advised by the Mayor that in the future before advice is given on questions which raises the taxes in any section of .the city,, he should - first be armed with all the facts." Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma; Harwood, Corcoran, Emery. - Brandt.. Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY- COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond period of 10;30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran stated that pursuant to recent reference to the Judiciary Committee they prepared a revision of the Rules and Order of Business of.the City Council. The matter was considered in committee of the whole and accordingly moved that the Revised Rules and Order of Business of the City Council be adopted and that same be mimeographed and distributed to the -aldermen, Motion seconded�by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford,,Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and=Bersbach (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran stated that at the last meeting of the City Council the Mayor presented and read a very fine and interesting - s annual report. This report was not included in the Minutes and accord- ingly now moved that the Mayor's Annual Report be.made a part of the Minutes of this meeting. Duly seconded and carried. 334 Following is the Mayor's Annual Report for 1944. "In compliance with a provision of the State Statutes I desire to submit to the Council a brief annual report of the affairs of the City during 1944 including recommendations of measures believed to be expedient. Reportsfrom the various departments will collectively summarize the routine work of the City for the year but I would like to enumerate.a few of what may be.considered major accom- plishments; 1. The selection and approval of a site for a new Fire and Police Station and the securing of an option for its purchase. 2. Conclusion of negotiations with the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul R.R. Co. resulting in actual construction or viaducts at Emerson Street and at University Place and permanent track ele- vation north of Church Street, 3. Acquisition by the city of a long term lease of the former Larimer School and playground site from the School Trustees, 4. Approval by the Council and the State of plans for .Fountain Square improvement, to be financed by motor fuel tax funds. 5. The resurfacing of Orrington Avenue completed and paid for with motor fuel tax funds. 6. Resurfacing of parts of Central Park Avenue and Noyes Street with funds from the same source. 7. Approval of a new contract to furnish more water to the Village of Skokie and the installation ofa new main on Church Street. This will result ina substantial annual',prof it to the City for many years. These activities together with the New Municipal Building, the*Lincolnwood Drive rearrangement, the'`Lake Front work, the dump contract, etc., are,all long delayed and much needed improvements. They have been.discussed time and again for years without results. It is therefore with much satisfaction'that we consider the progress which has been accomplished. Many -of these projects are the result of careful, conscien- tious -study and wise planning by competent groups of Evanston cit- izens. Again, as on several previous occasions, I cannot refrain from expressing the gratitude of the city to the members of these volunteer groups and to the Aldermen, elected officials, Department Heads and employees for their harmonious attitude and cooperation without which these accomplishments would not have been possible. Worthy of mention is the excellent credit rating enjoyed by the City because "of prompt;,careful attention to the City's finances. As a result, the bids for our 1944 and 1945 tax antici- pation warrants were probably the best offered to any city in Cook County. In looking to the future, winning the war of course, comes first. We must continue to conserve in the use of vital materials, limit our purchases of equipment and machinery and continue to operate with a shortage of man power. On the other hand, our trucks, equipment and physical properties must be preserved and maintained to the best of our ability, consistent with the war effort. This is not only good business but is a necessity. We should lend every assistance to make possible the post war.projects suggested by the Citizens? Advisory Committee on Post War Planning and so important to the City's future. Among these are the Emerson Street - Greey.Bay.Road viaduct and street intersection changes; provision for better parking . facilities in business districts; more and extended park, playground and recreation facilities. All deserve our attention. Special assessment foreclosure as a means.of putting delin- quent real estate back on'the tax rolls,imking lots available for the building of moderate priced homes, and encouraging the proper development of vacant areas is a matter of prime importance which is presently receiving the attention of the Council. Definite action on this subject is much needed. The City has already joined with the three Evanston school taxing bodies in arranging for involuntary tax foreclosures as a' means of collecting past due general taxes. This is a step in the right direction and should be pursued diligently. Two inspectors in the Building Department have been restored to full time employment for the purpose of making a survey and care ful study of housing conditions and building use and to request, 335 suggest and in some cases insist upon proper repair, rehabilitation and improvements when the war emergency subsides. The program of sidewalk repair, instituted in 1941, should be renewed as soon as possible. Lack of available laboe and materials have curtailed this project which in reality is a sound investment. In this new year of municipal activity, there will doubtless be other matters of importance, not now foreseen, which can and will be done, all consistent with a vigorous war effort. Sooner or later readjustments from war time to peace time living must be made.. Some vexing problems will arise. I am sure that Evanston citizens may deperid'upon a contin- uation_ of the same splendid spirit of cooperation and helpfulness which has characterized the last four years, which has created such a pleasant atmosphere and which makes it so much easier to solve our civic problems." Eespectfully submitted, S.G. Ingraham, Mayor ` Alderman Brandt suggested that the Chairman of the Local Improvements Committee make some comment for the benefit of the public regarding the sewer report as he presented some very interesting facts. Whereupon Alderman Hungerford for, the- COMMITTEE ON LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS stated; "I thought it was agreed in the committee -meeting that there was nothing to report as we did not reach any conclusion. I did report. upon' the feasibility of financing a new or revised sewer system and while we'had an interesting discussion as to ways and means.of financing, no action was taken as it was thought there should be further investigation.". Alderman MacSteven. for. the POLICE COMMITTEE sub- mitted a statement of operating cost and depreciation of the police cars for the past two years, which should prove interesting and asked the aldermen to avail themselves of this report. Alderman Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE read the'"f ollowing letter from the Evanston Bus Company addressed to the -Corporation Counsel regarding various.complaints received on service in recent months& "With reference to your letter of February 3rd, we sincerely regret the inconvenience experienced by the residents of southwest Evanston by the inadequacy of our bus service on Ridge Avenue at certain hours of the day. Unfortunately, this :condition is not confined to Ridge and Main Streets, but also prevails at various otherpoints on our system during the morning and evening rush hours, and we wish to assure you, the. Mayor and the City Council that if it were possible for us to increase our service to remedy, the situation, we would hasten to do so. For the reasons indicated in your letter, we have been unable to increase the service proportionately with the increased demand with the result that our limited fleet has been subjected .to extremely severe operation. This has multiplied our maintenance problems to the extent that we find it increasingly difficult to meet the coach requirements of present schedules, and until the situation is relieved with respect to new buses, replacement parts, and O.D.T. mileage restrictions, we cannot increase our service schedules. With regard'to the particular complaint reported, however, we are checking the southbound traffic on Route No. 2 during the evening rush hours, and assure you that every effort will be made to provide the maxinum service under the circumstances." 336 In this connection Alderman Emery made the following remarks: "In my conversation with Mr.. Bergsland the question was raised as to -when Evanston might expect delivery of some new buses. These have been on order for a long time. Five new buses were promised for January but the manufacturer was unable to make de- livery, and it is -hoped they will be delivered in February. Undoubtedly five buses now -in service will have to be laid up for repairs. . They have had conversations with the O.D.T. trying to get additional mileage permits, but they have not been granted. Bus traveling has increased enormously due to the fact that the public is conserving its automobiles. The Bus Company would like to increase the service through Evanston and operate additional buses. However, ,,due to the situation that is impossible, but I think while it is perfectly proper to -be critical of service when it does become bad, I think it is perfectly logical that we must recognize the fact that our equipment has held up unusually well." .Alderman Hungerford stated: "My reference was made on behalf of the citizens. We are not asking so much for additional service, we are only asking that they maintain a schedule as set up in their cars. The same thing still goes on, you wait for 20 minutes and then two or three buses come right along. If buses were maintained on a schedule the present number of buses will do the job. If they have dispatchers they are not watching their job." Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub - witted a report from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authority to purchase 2 EA,Type Synchronous controllers in'accordance with specifications, from the Eagle Signal Corporation at $219.30 each. This concern has been in signal business since 1856 and are still able to get parts and service on equipment.. This matter was considered by the Purchasing Committee and it is their unanimous recommendation that this authority be granted, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood,. Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, ` Hemenway and Bersbach (13)s Voting nay none. Motion carried.- °' Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $923,55 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Kimbark. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE stated that concurrent with action this council took with reference to expenditure of motor fuel tax funds, read a 'short editorial by the Mayor of De Kalb contained in the De Kalb Daily Chronicle entitled: tlWhy Does State Direct Gas Tax Spending". This for the information of the Council and the Press. 37 Alderman James made a reference to the Street Commissioner re: bad condition of Ride Avenue south of Church Street.to Howard Stree; Green Bay Road north of Emerson Street to Isabella Street; Central Street west of Sherman Avenue to Lincolnwood Drive. These are all State Aid routes and -should have the attention of ,the State in the matter of repairs and if they cannot do it to • 5 make some arrangements with the City of Evanston so they can do it. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING .COMPIITTEE submitted application received from the Evanston Packaging Company -requesting permission to use the ground floor of the, two story brick and frame building at 1006-1010 Davis Street for'"export packing" of tools, material and equipment for the Air, Engineer, Medical and Quartermaster Corps of.the U.S. Army, Navy and Marines. Committee on Zoning recommends that, subject -to the supervision of the Fire Prevention Bureau, the applicant be permitted to use the building for the purpose stated for the duration of the war and not more than six months thereafter, and so moved.. Motion seconded by Alderman James and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward stated that several weeks ago he made a reference to the.Corpor- ation Counsel and the Public Utilities Committee with regard to matter of controlling question of local transportation facilities. Asked that the Corporation Counsel keep in touch with the situation and refer to the Utilities Committee if necessary,.so that any proper action can be taken by this council with reference to such proposed regulations. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Emery of the Sixth Ward inquired whether any consideration has been given with reference to question of cleaning off of sidewalks in the winter. Some thought should be given to it and maybe some day a resolution can be passed. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward addressed the Council as follows: "The subject should be brought up tonight for immediate action because of its importance to the city and to the entire country towns around Chicago. The Aviation-Committee,appointed called my attention to the fact that the State Legislature is being asked through an agreement between the Mayor of Chicago and The Governor of the State to exclude Cook County from the State Aviation authorities bill which was being worked out satisfactorily I believe to many municipalities and to the government as well. The Aviation Committee has contacted Senator Bidwell and Senator. Knox and our State Representatives as well,as they were 338 told we should take immediate action as this Bill was in their com- mittee hands right.now and action would be taken 'in the very near future. If this is excluded from Cook County this would mean that the selection of our.air parks and matter of private aviators, which we intend to encourage-,- would be under the .direction of a Cook County Board of which we would have very little to say, if anything. I believe Alderman Harwood is referring to transportation clause which has not only control of the "L" but even of the buses. If we are to lose control in Evanston and other towns in Cook,County outside of Chicago and they have control of buses and other forms of transportation under authority of city government of Chicago, as the Mayor of DeKalb stated, and in line with action which the Street Committee has encouraged for use of gas tax money,.it is important that Evanston has its own say, and for that reason I ask the Mayor to -get in touch with other authorities of the North Shore towns, also Senator Bidwell and Senator Knox and the State Representatives to look out for Evanstonts interest in this regard and not have us tied up by the City of Chicago so we will -not have authority over our own air parks and our own transportation." Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward -asked the Mayor if he has had any response from the Governor with reference to an appointment with .the Mayor, and a Committee to discuss the. Emerson Street grade separation and other future projects that might go to the State. Mayor Ingraham stated he had written twice.and received no reply. Alderman James asked that the Mayor again communicate with the Governor. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS; Mayor Ingraham stated that for the last few years we have had the*Citizens' Committee on Post War Planning, which.has been very efficient. Inasmuch as the work of this committee is completed and reports made to the City Council, it becomes necessary under the ordinance to appoint a permanent City Plan Commission. I would like to ask the Aldermen to submit names from their wards and from which one will be selected, as I think the Commission should be representative of all parts of the City. The Commission, according to law, shall consist of the Mayor, President of the Board of Local Improvements, .the Commissioner of Public Works and the Chairman of the Zoning Commission, as ex- officio members and twelve other members chosen from the citizens of the City. Mayor Ingraham made the following appointment of name previously introduced: Vuillard B. Tulloch, License Enforcing Officer - 6 months renewal Alderman Rubin moved that this appointment be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. v ' Mayor Ingraham introduced 'the following names for confirmation at next meeting of the City Council: James A. Holmes, Special Police - 6-mbnths renewal* Axel M. Anderson, " " 6 Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 1,0:50 P.M. Edward W. Bell,- _ City Clerk Evanston; Illinois .. City Hall ' February 19; 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council .held February 19., 1945,' convening at 9:45 P.M. PRESENT: (15) Alderman Bersbach n �� y. f' rr ftmFark tr Mogg rr MacSteven " James " Jourdain rr Rubin 'r Brandt it Emery Corcoran it Harwood " Thoma rr Hungerford ABSENT: None Mayor. Ingraham presiding. ' Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held February 130 1945, be approved without reacting. Duly seconded and carried. ' City Clerk Edward W. Bell, reminded the Aldermen to'submit' the names ofthe Judges and Clerks for the coming election as soon as possible. } ` ' Annual Report of the Evanston Auxiliary. Fire Department, for 1944. Alderman�Rubin moved same be received and placed on file. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE 'COMIJ[ITTEE presented and moved the payment of the folloIwing bills; and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized City Hall Building $ 6.20 Contingent Fund .21.20 Fire Department 42.90 Garbage.Department 2.08 Health Department 23.43 Miscellaneous Fund 500.00 340 Motor Fuel Tax -Special Account 20714.64 Municipal Court 12.60 Park Department 20.47 Park Department 50.00 Playground Department 121.53. Police Department 241.51 Public Works Department t 56.64 Salaries of City Officers Fund 1.80 Salvage -Special Account 61.65. Street & Bridge Department 249.99 Pumping Station 20.38 Filtration Plant 67.82 Water Mains Bureau 10.36 Water Meter Bureau 29.94 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, P1att,..Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood and Hungerf ord (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution designating banks as depository for funds of Town Collector, Thomas F. Airth; as follows: State Bank & Trust Company Evanston, Illinois First* National Bank & Trust Co. Evanston, Illinois Evanston Trust & Savings Bank, Evanston, Illinois Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted the following communi- cation. from the Investors Audit Company: "Reference is made to the contract with the. City of Evanston, covering services as continuous Auditor for the period from April 1, 1945 to March 310 1946. We wish to offer our services for the above mentioned period on'the basis of $5,200.00 per-annumi payable monthly at the rate of $433.33. We assure you that we will render the same service as you have had in the past." This is the same rate as was paid last year. The.F.inance Committee in consultation this evening with the Mayor and Commissioner of Public Works feel we have been receiving satisfactory service, and recommend this offer of contract be accepted, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven,.James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt., Emery, Corcoran, Harwood and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 otclo:ck P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran submitted report from the Corpora ation Counsel'in which he.states that the United States Circuit- Court. Y 4 3.41 of Appeals announced that petition for re -hearing had been denied in the Oakton Street suit. This litigation is terminated so far as the appeal is concerned. Also attached,is bill for services from Mason and Mason covering balance due of $562,25. .The Finance Committee considered this bill and recommends it be paid, and charged to the Contingent Fund. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven,, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt,.Emery, Corcoran, Harwood,. Thoma and Hungerford (15);. Voting nay none.. Motion carried. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE stated that the -.Chairman of the Health Committee received a commun- ication from Dr. Tucker advising that the Evanston Health Department clinic is located directly underneath the business office and the office of the Commissioner of Health. In .order to :get to ,the clinic it is necessary for the staff to go outdoors, walk one half ;the length of the building, and enter the clinic through a separate entrance. He_3:s interested in the possibilities of installing a stairway from the clinic to the Health Department offices. A round metal stairway is available in the new municipal building, which .could ;be .used for this -purpose. The Health Committee took this matter up with the Commissioner of Public Works and the Public Buildings Committee, and it was decided to install this stairway with help and labor from the various departments at an expenditure of about $500. The Health Com- mittee approves of this and accordingly moved that the,Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to proceed with this installation, to be charged to item No. 232. Motion seconded by Alderman .Hemenway. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. . Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE stated that the Commissioner of Public Works requests authority to advertise for the sale of an ambulance which -was donated to the City in 1942. This was considered by the Committee and accordingly recommend that the Commissioner of Public Works be given such authority, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. . 342 Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commis- sioner of Public Works concerning proposals.received on fire insurance for city owned trucks and cars, and accordingly moved that,bid be awarded to E.V. Dunphy, Jr.,representing the Hartford Fire Insurance Co. at bid price of 10� per 100-.valuation. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James., Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway,. Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt,.Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15):. Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for'the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in,amount of $434,33 and moved that the 'Township Supervisor be authorized to pay.these.bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach,• Hemenway, Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt-, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried.' UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward inquired of Mayor .Ingraham re: question of proposed transit commission. Whereupon 0-.D, Buckles,Corporation Counsel at the request of the Mayor, advised the Council that a meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, February 20th, had been continued and will be held on Friday, February 23rd at the offices of the Illinois Commerce Commis - Sion. This meeting is being called by Mr. Buckles and Mr.. Ancell, Corporation Counsel of Maywood. Representatives of all municipalities within a radius of 30 miles of Chicago are being invited to attend in an effort to work out a uniform plan with reference -to the proposed consolidated transit,commission. The matter of airport authority will also be considered at this meeting., It is hoped that the suburban municipalities will be able to determine what course of procedure should be adopted. We also hope that by Friday to have a copy of the Governor's Bill, rr UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously, introduced: James A. Holmes, Special.Police - 6 months renewal Axel M. Ander'son, it It 6 It n Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried.. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:00 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk- . in ;<<�t �i ..l •• � riw .. �. jr ..{r;, 343 s Evanston, Illinois City.Hall February 26, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held February,26, 1945, convening at 10:00 P.M. PRESENT: (14) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway rr Platt " Kimbark n Mogg " MacSteven rr Jame.s Jourdain. James Rubin " Brandt " Corcoran !' Harwood Thoma !' Hungerf ora ABSENT: (1) " Emery Mayor Ingraham .pre siding. Alderman Rubin moved that the .Minutes of Meeting held February 1.9,- 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. -Bell, presented the following:, Communication State of Illinois dated February.17, 1945 ,approving resolution adopted by the City Council -on -January 15,.1945 for general street.maintenance and maintenance of traffic control signals on various arterial streets -and extensions to 'State -aid,, Federal -aid and State Bond Issue routes, from January,l, 1945 to December 31, 1945. Alderman Rubin moved same be referred to the Street -Committee and Commissioner -of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried.: Notice from 'State of Illinois advising that our.allotment of Motor Fuel Tax -for the month of January, 1945 is $6,295.08. Alderman •Rubin moved same be referred'to.the Street Committee and -the Commissioner`of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried. - Alderman Kimbark for -the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the•proper charges and "transfers be authorized: Building Department. City Hall Building Civil Service Commission Contingent Fund • 'Fire Department Health Department Health Department ` Legal Department New Municipal Building $16.87 133.66 18.00 298,70 59.62 13.28 .133.40 71.95 57.16 344 Park Department $133.45 Playground Department 247.71 Police Department, 239.52 Public Works Department 154087 Street & Bridge Department 640.28 , Pumping Station 8.44 , Filtration Plant 51.60 Water Mains Bureau 38.76 Health Department 54.40 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford,. Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): -Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also submitted and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid March 2, 1945, same to be .charged to the proper accounts: Building Department City Hall Building City Hall Building Civil .Service Commission Park Department Playground Department Police Department Police Department Public Works Dept. -Sewer Public Works: Dept.Maintenance Street & Bridge Repair Dept.. Water Department. �45.50 35.10 31.05 40.50 1,260.92 447.58 30.00 463.05, 248.49 150.96 6,529.00 323.79 Motion.seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye.Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay. none,. Motion carried: Alderman Kimbark submitted bill in amount of $19,085.78 to be charged to the Miscellaneous Fund, being balance, due on purchase of site for- the new police and fire stations at the northwest corner of Lake Street and Elmwood Avenue; and moved this bill be'•paid.to the State._Bank & Trust Co: as Trustee. Motion seconded by Alderman• Brandt.• ' Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach '(14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark, also submitted request • for refund from Spinney -Run Farms, Libertyville,,Illinois, as through error they purchased two business licenses and only operate one wholesale truck. License and sticker #389 for which they paid $10 have been.re.turned to the City Collector. Accordingly moved that a refund of•$10 be.made. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, 345 Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin,- Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Thoma for the FIRE COMMITTEE reported the receipt of a check in amount of $500 from the Village of Skokie, to pay for fire services which we extended to them in accordance with resolution passed August 2, 1943. This resolution was to be in effect for one year -.i.e. to August, 1944. It covers the area bounded by Crawford Avenue on the west, Elgin Road on the north and Dempster Street on the south., The Village of Skokie has paid altogether and before the City Collector, H.D. Bent can deposit this check it is necessary that we extend this resolution for another year. Accordingly presented ,and moved the adoption of the following Resolution;. RESOLVED that the agreement contained.in the resolution passed by the Evanston City Council on August 2, 1943 relative to fire protection service for certain area of Skokie be renewed for a period expiring July 31, 1945. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Thoma presented the Annual Report of the Fire Marshal of the City of Evanston Fire Department for the year ending December 31, 1944, stating that it is a very comprehensive' report and he called the attention of the Aldermen to certain matters therein including - 1. Six pieces of old equipment, 2 engines 17 years old,. ladder truck 20 years old, 2 engines 26 years old and service truck 27 years old. There are five pieces of comparatively riew•equipment.. 2.' Ten men have left the service and gone into the service of the United States. This leaves quite a man power shortage which has been made up b7 some of the men doubling up their time. The Fire Marshal is looking for any able bodied men he can secure who can pass civil service requirements. 3. Item of fire hose. There are 305 lengths of fire hose in service, and 190 lengths are over 10 years of age. A recom- mendation is,made regarding this. 4. In the past year the Department responded to 729 alarms. .389 were miscellaneous, such as automobiles, rubbish fires, grass fires, etc. A lot of these fires could be eliminated by a little more cooperation from the citizens. The fire loss for the year 1944 was $11,110.31 less than for 1943, which shows What our Fire Department is doing with their man power shortage and the equipment we have. The total valuation of property exposed to fire during 1944 was $12,359,255.00 on buildings and contents. As in past years, the Fire Chief contends that at least 80% of all fires are preventable. A follow-up by our Fire Prevention Department is always made where orders to 346 correct conditions are left by the officer in charge of a fire. The citizens of Evanston should give a little more attention • before a fire instead of after. 5. Total number of calls for Inhalator Squad was 20.- 7 were saved And 13 lost.. r 6. The Fire Chief is indebted to the Auxiliary Fire Department for their fine cooperation given during the past year. It is a fine act of citizenship on their part. The Fire Chief makes certain recommendations in this report with reference to the fire apparatus which has-been in continuous service for the past 27 years. It will have to be replaced in the near future. Asked the Purchasing Committee to go into this matter. The Fire Chief will need 1000 feet or more of 22 inch double jacket, rubber lined fire hose in 50 foot lengths, coupled on both ends., Referred this matter to the Purchasing Committees We also discussed the matter of changing the 22 inch hydrants to 42 inch or steamer connections. This was taken up with the Water Depart- ment and we will do the best we can for the balance of the year. In the budget for 1946 an appropriation should be made to take care of this situation. In conclusion he read the Chief's remarks. He should be congratulated for the fine job his department has done considering that it was under -manned." Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. i Alderman Corcoran introduced An Ordinance Amending An Ordinance Amending Section 299 of Article II entitled; "Amusements" of Chapter XIV of The Evanston Municipal Code of 1927. Alderman Hungerford for the LOCAL IMPROVEME11T.S COM-: MITTEE stated that the Committee received a communication from Mr. W.B. Johnson in connection with foreclosure of general taxes on lots facing Dodge Avenue next to the dump. The State's Attorney is about to foreclose the general taxes and Mr. Johnson has -asked the City to f ore alo sure of special assessments The Committee has considered the matter and approves of'such a resolution. The matter was taken up in pass a resolution authorizing the on this property at the same time. a committee of the aldermen who likewise approve it. Accordingly presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution; WHEREAS, THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS through William J. Touhy, State's Attorney of Cook County, Illinois, has filed or is about to file its complaint for the foreclosure of general real estate taxes against the following described vacant real estate, situated in the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois, to -wit; '34'7 Lot One (1) (except north 14 feet thereof)=and all of Lots Tow (2) to Forty (40) inclusive, in Dodge "L" station .Subdivision, a subdivision of the East 158 feet of the Northeast Quarter (NE-1) of Section Twenty-five (25) Township Forty-one (41) North, Range Thirteen.(13) East of the Third Principal Meridian (except the south 33 feet thereof) in Cook County, Illinois . WHEREAS, said complaint has or will designate as one of the parties defendant thereto the City of Evanston; and WHEREAS, the People of the State of Illinois claims ;that its lien for general taxes is a prior and first lien upon the real estate above described; and WHEREAS, the City of Evanston has certain liens against said premises for unpaid and defaulted Special Assessments against said real estate; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Evanston, Illinois, that the City. of Evanston -file and prosecute a counterclaim in the suit for foreclosure of general taxes to foreclose and enforce the lien of all unpaid special assessments against the real estate situated in the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois, described as follows: Lot One (1) (except north 14 feet thereof) and all of Lots Two (2) to Forty (40) inclusive,_ in Dodge "L" Station Subdivision, a subdivision of the East 158 feet of the Northeast Quarter (NEB) of Section Twenty- five (25), Township Forty-one (41).North, Range Thirteen (13), East of the Third Principal Meridian (except the south 33 feet thereof) in Cook County, Illinois "BE.IT FURTHER RESOLVED that O.D. Buckles, Corporation Counsel be authorized to file the appearance of the City of Evanston in said foreclosure proceedings, to file a counter- claim in its behalf and to take all steps necessary to foreclose the.lien of all special assessments against the real estate above described. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, ,Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay Alderman Corcoran (for -reasons stated in Committee of the Whole) and Alderman MacSteven (2): Motion carried., Alderman Harwood for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE addressed the Council as follows: "Last Friday there was a meeting in the offices of the Illinois Commerce Commission, at which the city was represented by our Corporation Counsel O.D. Buckles, Alderman Emery, Alderman Mogg and myself. There was a discussion of the Chicago consolidated traction plan which was turned down by the Illinois Commerce.Commission in 1942 and which has recently been brought up again before the Federal District Court. There was also discussion on the proposed new legislation by which there would be formed a metropolitan district transit commission consisting of four men appointed by the Mayor of Chicago and three men by the Governor.. A new man would be appointed each year. The discussion indicated an unwillingness on the part of suburban municipalities to approve'even the new plan supposed to have been proposed by the Governor and Mayor Kelly. It was felt that the Governor should appoint all of the members of the commission, or at least a majority. As I understand 348 it there has been nothing definite done as yet regarding this proposed plan. I.understand on the airport situation that the Senate Committee felt it would be unconstitutional to make classification by counties instead of by cities alone. That matter was brought to the attention of the Council by Alderman Brandt and I understand the-p roposed.legislation has been amended so as to satisfy the former objections." Alderman Harwood called upon the Corporation.Counsel to supplement his report. Whereupon Corporation Counsel O.D. Buckles reported that at the conclusion of the meeting a committee of five, including himself had been appointed with power to act relative to protection of the interests of the suburban munici- palities in the matter pending before the -Illinois Commerce Commission; that a meeting of this committee was scheduled for Tuesday, February 27th; that the committee had already taken steps in an effort to have a Bill introduced in•the.Legislature this week providing for a report of the local Transit Commission statute adopted in-1929." Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING C014MITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works asking for authority to accept renewal for one year from February 25, 1945 for. public liability ($10,000/ 20,000. limits) and property damage' ($5,000.1imit) insurance on city owned and operated vehicles and equipment and accept proposal of E.W. Janicki, & Company, agent for the Yorkshire Indemnity Company of New York, for $981.09 premium. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and-so'moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin, Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and.Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Xotion carried.. Alderman Harwood stated -that request is made for, authority to solicit bids on beach.tags and bicycle licenses: This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved,,. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commis- sioner of Public Works listing two quotations received for 900 pounds of Park Mix grass seed andt50 pounds of Parkway mix, all -as specified. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase 950 pounds of grass seed, as specified, from the, low bidder, Olson & Weiss Hardware Company, at bid price of $255..000 to be charged to item No..504. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Park Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin, Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and.Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. . '• a Z� t-i't w.rL. 349 Alderman. Harwood submitted report from•the Commis- sioner of Public Works stating that the Street Department has•an old grader that -has not been in use for the past three years. This grader was advertised in the Chicago Tribune August.27, 28 and 29, 1944 but no bids were.received'for it. Mr. Volz, who sells us black dirt at times, offers us $25 for this grader. It is recommended that this offer of $25 from Mr. A.F. Volz be accepted.- This has the approval of the Chairman of the .Stree`t Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so.moved.' Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, ..MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14);_ Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commis- sioner -of Public -Works listing proposals received for furnishing one carload of rock salt for use by the Street Department for icy walks and pavements. -It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works'be authorized to accept the proposal of Nilles, Coal, --Oil and Building Supplies, Inc. to furnish'one.minimum carload -(30 tons) of rock salt in 100 pound.moisture proof bags at $14.20 per ton delivered, f.o.b. Evanston, to be charged to Account No. 588. This has the approval of, the Chairman of the Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven, Voting -aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $755.42 and moved that the Township .Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. - Aldennan Bersbach for the ZONING COIVMITTEE moved a reference to the Building Commissioner and Zoning Enforcing Officer, and the Corporation Counsel with request that a city-wide survey be. made of all the convalescent homes, rooming houses, -boarding houses, to ascertain whether they conform to or violate either our Zoning 35.0 Ordinance, our Fire Prevention Ordinance or our public health code. We suggest this survey be made immediately and the report submitted at the earliest possible date. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Thoma.of the Eighth Ward spoke of the bus condition in, the Clyde, and Callan Avenue section. The buses coming west on Howard, Street do not make stops from Chicago Avenue to Custer Avenue. Moved a reference to the Public Utilities Committee and the Magor to contact the .Bus Company to see if they cannot have signs put up to inform the people where the,bus stops. Duly seconded and carried. t z Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward reporting for the Special -Committee on Collection of Delinquent Taxes.- stated: "In February, 1944 a tax foreclosure suit involving approximately 160 parcels of real estate was turned over to the County officials by Attorney Charles N. Evans. While check was made from time to time, it was not discovered until five or six months later that this Bill was being held up.due to a.mis- understanding on the part of the Finance Committee of the County Board. After a conference with Mr. Westbrook, Mr, Evanstand-myself with the County Finance Committee promise was given of cooperation. There were further delays due to the fact that the County Board had to take formal action on at least two occasions while - the Staters Attorney's office had certain checking to do, and all this was delayed by change in personnel, interruption of holidays and necessity of side-tracking the suit for the budget and other more spectacular tax matters. I have had the cooperation of Alderman Mogg and Alderman Rubin and other members of the committee, and I am pleased to advise that Bill known as People of the State of Illinois vs. Allen, et al 45 C 1304 in the Circuit Court of Cook County has now been filed.. "In the meantime, Attorney Evans has been working.on a - second Bill involving involuntary foreclosure of approximately 370 parcels and it is expected that this second Bill will be filed'witliin a reasonable time. Thereupon report will be made as to actual collections made since the program of delinquent tax collection was started by Mr.Evans in behalf of the joint committees but it should be kept in mind that voluntary fore- closure settlements are handled exclusively by the County Board. After it is determined definitely what parcels are still in arrears, information as to such will also be furnished. I want to thank all concerned for their patience in this long drawn out matter." Alderman James of the Fourth Ward submitted report from the .Commissioner of Public Works reading as follows: 11 "On Saturday, February 24, our salvage collection was held and the following is a record of the tin`cans and paper collected: 351 Per Capita Papers and Ward Tin Cans tin cans Magazines 1 6740 lbs. 1.11 lb. 16..720 lbs. 2 3800 " .53 "' 69350 " 3 6640 " .84 !' 7, 060 4. 6.100 " :78 !' 81840 !' 5.. 4080 " .39 " 18, 500 " 6 14190 ' " 1'.36 " 42, 830 " 7 7750 " .92 " 37,,060 " .8 1200 !' .16 " 10,900 " .Total :' 50500 '_' .77 148, 260 rr :Sixth Ward is the Tin Can Trophy Winner. Alderman Mogg of the Third Ward stated that recently in trying to lookup an ordinance in -the Code he was impressed with the fact that we should if possible, print or publish a new City Code some time in -the near future. It has not been published since 1927 and there have been many amendments. Moved a reference to the Judiciary Committee.as to the advisability of publishing a new City Code and also to the Finance Committee as to means of financing same. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman'Kimbark of the Third Ward stated: "I have reason to believe that there are scone taxicabs in town that have Evanston licenses who furnish us with very little service.' They spend a great deal of time outside of the city- limits." Moved a reference to the Public Utilities Committee to check into this matter and see if it is possible -to -correct this situation. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINES..S: Mayor Ingraham. introduced the following. names for confirmation at next meeting of the City Council: Richard. -Roth, Special Police - 6 months renewal John C. Miller," rr ,6 "- " Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:45'•P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 3520 Evanston, Illinois s City Hall ' March 5, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council Yield March 5, 1945, convening At 9:03 P.M. , PRESENT; (14) Alderman Bersbach , Hemenway " Kimbark T - Mogg " MacSteven rr James " Jourdain " Rubin tr ;Brandt " Emery Corcoran.. , " Harwood " 1 Thoma Hungerford ABSENT; (1) " Platt Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Emery moved that the Minutes of�Meeting held February 26, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the.BUILDING COMMITTEE stated that the aldermen have copies of proposed ordinance• (convalescent homes) which has been drawn up as a result of some study,*discussion and meetings that have been held.; Asked the,aldermen to give same careful. scrutiny, for discussion later. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted and moved the payment of the following bills, .and .that the .proper.. charges and transfers be authorized; , Building Department. ..$50.85 City Hall Building, ' 122.81 City.Hall Building 600.00 Contingent Fund 271.00 Fire Department 84.00 Garbage Department 172.14 Health Department 8.36 Legal Department 44.50 Health Department 68.00 Park Department 132.61- -Playground Department Playground Department 100.00 Police Department 296.08 Prepaid Insurance 191.80 Public Works Department 52.06 Salvage -Special Account 5.00 Street & Bridge Department 2,075.79 Pumping Station 403,68 Filtration Plant 8.52 'Water Mains Bureau 96,39 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach,. Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, 353 Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13); Voting nay none. - Mot -ion carried. Alderman.Kimbark also presented and moved the pay- ment of the following payroll, same to be charged to the proper account; Public Works Department $30.24 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none: Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the City .Collector concerning requests for refunds as follows; Wirt Farley, 618 Sheridan Square purchased dog license #2 for $3.25 on January 15. The dog has.since been killed. Inasmuch as this license was for year beginning May 1, 1945, recommend a refund of $3.25. The tag has been returned.' Major Louis Putze, 533 Michigan Avenue paid $5 for license #2635 on January 18. He is entitled to a refund of $3.75 under our agreement. Sticker -has been returned. Alderman Kimbark moved that two refunds as listed be approved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford•(13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the -Commis- sioner of Public Works reading as follows; "The City maintenance division did some repair work in the Relief Office. It appears that there is no provision in the Town- ship Relief funds to take care of this item. It is recommended that this invoice No. 17056 to the Town of the City of Evanston, in the amount of 428,83, be cancelled."' Alderman Kimbark moved approval of this cancellation. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma. and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark stated that some time ago a committee was appointed by the Coordinator of the Office of Civilian Defense to make suggestions as to what to do with the money taken in from the sale of waste paper and salvage. This committee pursuant to a request from the Evanston Boy Scouts has made a recommendation that:the proceeds of the salve of, paper collected during the months of March and April, 1945, in excess of the proceeds from thirty-five tons per month, be turned over -to the Evanston Council, Boy Scouts of America.. to be used 354 by it in.accordance with its plan for procuring equipment for the Boy Scouts of Evanston. The Finance Committee approves of this recommen- dation, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James., Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14) Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted Annual Report of the City Collector and Superintendent of Special Assessments for the year ending December 31, 1944. Moved same be referred to the Finance Committee to report on same next week. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma for the FIRE COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authority to advertise for bids for furnishing 1,000,feet of 22" fire,hose for the Fire Department, in accordance with specifications_ on file in the office of the Commissioner of Public Works. Alderman Thoma moved approval. of this request,for bids. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIOX-2990 OF ARTICLE II ENTITLED "AMUSEMENTS" CHAPTER XIV _ OF THE EVANSTON,NUNICIPAL CODE OF 1927. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg; MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE stated we should immediately.take steps to.remove the buildings which are on our grounds at Elmwood and Lake, because of -the condition of those buildings. ,Moved a reference to the Mayor, Corporation Counsel that as soon as the land has.been deeded to the City.that they take steps.to terminate leases on this property. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE referred to Alderman Thoma's reference regarding signs in.the vicinity of Clyde and Callan Avenues, and reported same has been taken care of. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing bids received from plastering contractors for lathing and plastering of circular stairway in the -Health Department building. It is recommen- ded that this bid be let to the low bidder, Samuel G. Currey, at price 355 bid, $180.00 and charged to account No. 232. This has the approval of the Chairman.'of the Health Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven., James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing proposals received for furnishing 312000 beach tokens. It.is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to.enter into an agreement with Keolyn Plastics Company at price quoted of $20,00 per M'. to be charged to account No. 537. This action has the approval of the Chairman of the Park Com- .mittee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Corcoran. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Orcanization in amount of $1,000.45 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the .STREET COMMITTEE moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be granted authority to advertise for bids for two truck chassis suitable for garbage collection and in accordance with specifications on file in the office of the Com- missioner of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: John C.-Miller, Special Police - 6 months renewal Richard -Roth, " " 6 it it Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed.,. Duly seconded and carried. -For Council records, Chief Ekman has announced that the probationary 'appointments of William H. Jones and Victor J. Drogos have been renewed -for an additional 60 day period. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 9:25 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 356 Evanston, Illinois i City Hall March 12, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held March 12, 1945, convening at 1q:30 P.M. , PRESENT: '(15) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway rr Platt " Kimbark " Mogg MacSteven James it Jourdain . " Rubin Brandt " Emery " Corcoran Harwood " Thoma Hungerford ABSENT:. None. Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of.meeting held March 5,`1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City -Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: City Treasurer's Financial Statement for period ending January,31,.1945, Alderman Kimbark moved same be referred to the Mayor, the.Finance.Committee and the Auditor. Duly seconded and. carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE t COMMITTEE presented and moved_the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges,and transfers be authorized: Building Department 5..25 City Hall . Building, 31'.41 City" Treasurer's Office .40 Contingent Fund 507.50• , Fire Department 224.67 Garbage Department 1.25- "Health Department 141,46 Legal Department 38.60 Miscellaneous Fund 248:78 Motor Fuel Tax -:Special Account 451.24, Park Department 72.03 . Playground Department 133,73 Police Department 280.94 Public Works Department 93.02 Salvage-Special,Account 159.18. Street & Bridge Department 5,437.91 Pumping Station 513..23 Filtration Plant 871.68 .yhater Mains Bureau 19.43 _ Water Meter Bureau 736,52 J• Fire Department. '32.30 Health Department 35.70 Miscellaneous -Fund 24,71 0 357 Motion seconded by Alderman, Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg,.Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid March 16, 194-5, same to be charged to the proper accounts; Building Department - $45.50 City Hall Building 19.80 Civil Service Commission 40.50 `. Srriall Parks Department 1,322.79 Public Playgrounds Dept., 288.45 Police Department 30.00 Police Department 551.25 Public Works Department 167.28 Public Works Department -Sewer 248,49 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 6,575.03 Water Department t 331,32 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen.--Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin,.Jamesi MacSteven,-- Mogg,•Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting .pay. -none.' Motion carried.. r Alderman Kimbark submitted Annua]. Report of. City .Collector and Superintendent of Special Assessments for the year ending December.31, 1944. Income from business licenses was about $200 less than for 1943 which is considered not bad under present business. conditions. Many Chicago. -men using trucks, have discontinued operating in Evanston. Income from dog licenses increased.over`1943. Vehicle -licenses ran about-$5,000 less than in 1943.but was $5,453 over the budget. estimate. Beach tokens income continued to increase. ..Moved.'this report be received and placed on file, with compliments. to the City Collector for•.a. job well done. -Duly seconded and' carried. Alderman Thoma for the FIRE COMMITTEE moved that -the Minutes of February 26, 1945 page 2 under -Fire Committee, be .corrected to show that the amount paid by the Village of ':Skokie -was $750 instead of $625. Duly.seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran for.the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9::00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session b.ey.ond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and - carried. 358 Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE submitted Annual Report of the Police Department for year ending December 31, 1944, In the meantime will make a study of.same and comment on it next week. , Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE moved a reference to the .Corporation Counsel and Commissioner of . Public Works, that as soon as present leases on buildings on the jolice and fire station site at Elmwood Avenue and Lake Street can be terminated, that -the Commissioner advertise for bids for the sale of the buildings.. Duly seconded and carried.. .Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from .the Commissioner of Public Works listing three - proposals received for furnishing 10,000. filing envelopes for the Municipal Court. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase 10,000 filing -envelopes from the low bidder, Evanston Printing Service at their bid price of $145.00, to be charged to item No. 346. Motion seconded,by Alderman.Thoma.. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. , -Alderman Harwood also .submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing bids received for the city -owned .ambulance. It is recommended that the offer of $1,250 for this am- bulance, submitted by Brown's Funeral Home be accepted; also that the .Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to return the deposit checks of the urisuccessful.bidders and the return of the successful bidder upon completion- of the sale. ,In this connection Alderman Harwood stated that while' this ambulance is city -owned it was purchased - originally by contributions from the employees of the Street Depart- ment and from contributions from the O.C.D. through the sale. of salvage. In view of this it is thought advisable to turn this money over to the three Evanston Hospitals in equal shares. This disposition of funds was suggested and approved by the employees in question and by the officers of the O.C.D. Accordingly moved'that�bid of '$1,250 from Brown's Funeral Home be accepted. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersb ach (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. 359 Alderman Harwood then moved that the proceeds from sale of ambulance be turned over in equal shares to the Evanston Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and the. Community Hospital.. Motion seconded by Alderman James who stated that it is worthy of comment this action on the part of the employees of the Street Department and members of the O.C.D. in disposing of the money in this manner. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (13):. Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the,Commissioner of Public Works._listing two proposals received for furnishing 6,000 bicycle license plates. It.is recommended that the bid of $226.50 from Los Angeles Stamp and Stationery Company be accepted. This is the low bid and the Police Department prefer this type of tag. This is to be charged to account No. 598. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Street and Police Committees and also the Purchasing .Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, .Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, James, MacSteven, Mogg,. Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach.(13); Voting nay.none. Motion carried." - ,Alderman Mogg for the'RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $520.13 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills., Motion seconded by.Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE stated that . the Committee has considered recommendation of the Commissioner of Public Works for the passage of a resolution calling for the improve- ment with Motor Fuel Tax funds, portions of several streets, as follows: Street From To Central Street Crawford Avenue Lincolnwood Drive Howard Street Chicago Avenue C.M. & .St. P. Rwy. Grant Street Lincolnwood Drive Ewing Avenue Grant Street Bennett Avenue McDaniel Avenue Maple Avenue Church Street Emerson Street Accordingly presented and moved the passage of a Resolution for Improvement by Municipality under the Motor Fuel Tax Law of the -above streets, to be designated as -Section 30-C.:S. for sum .of $60,000 - subject to approval of the Division of Highways. Motion 360 seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. Alderman Platt for the WATER COMMITTEE submitted a report from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting.authority to proceed with laying of a 16 inch water main on Davis Street from Benson Avenue to Orrington Avenue. Last Fall we more or less agreed that the City would do its own work on laying the 16 inch water main, and we have < se t March 19 as the date for starting this work, if it meets with Council approval. We already have the necessary pipe, and if there is no objection on the part of . the Water Committee .or the Council, moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to'' go ahead with this work, to be charged to account No. 397, Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE submitted a report of the Committee relative.to communication received from the. Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by Jules Fisher requesting a variation from the rear yard requirements of the Zoning Ordinance to permit the construction of three row houses to contain a total;of twelve units on;the property at 2709-25 Central, Street. It was discussed in committee meeting and accordingly.rec- ommend that the City Council concur.in the recommendation of the Board of Appeals and grant the variation requested, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma,•Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt,'Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward stated that some time ago Alderman James made a reference con- cerning the railroad tracks across Oakton Street near the brick yards,, which are now in bad condition. Moved a reference to the Corporation Counsel to get in touch with the Chicago, North Western Rwy. and the Public Utilities Committee to have these tracks repaired and also the street. Duly.seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma stated that for many years there has been a crying need in the Eighth. Ward for better transportation, and the matter was taken.up some time ago for a station at Howard Street for the railroad. At that time the railroad officials stated there were not enough people in that particular area to justify installing 0 361 a station, but with the increased population on both sides of Howard - Street and sections,of the Eighth Ward bordering on Howard :Street, there. is a definite need. We know of course it cannot be done at the present time, but moved a reference to the Mayor, the Post. War Planning Committee and Public Utilities Committee so we can contact officials of the Chicago, North Western Railroad to plan on -a station at Howard Street in their post war planning." Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran of the Seventh Ward submitted com- munication from C.G. Bennett relative to parking of cars on residential property during the football season, and asked same be referred to the Corporation Counsel and the Traffic Engineer.. Alderman. Brandt of the Sixth Ward called=the attention of the aldermen to the fact that the policy of resurfacing certain streets should be adopted every year. The resurfacing program which we are, undertaking -for 1945. i s worthy of note, as two of these streets. are very much in need of repair. Alderman Brandt also ;referred to the meeting in Springfield on the traction authority bill, which,the Corporation Counsel will attend. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham. introduced the following name for confirmation at next meeting of. the City Council; Luther W. Avery, Special Police - 6 months renewal Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 11:00 P.M. Edward W..Bell, City Clerk . • T 3640 '. Evanston, Illinois • = City Hall - ` March 19, 1945' Regular Meeting of the City Council held March 19,.1945, convening at 9:10 P.M. PRESENT: (15) Alderman Bersbach _ - " Hemenway Platt " Kimbark rt Mogg r " MacSteven James Jourdain Rubin Brandt ^ " Emery !' Corcoran " -Harwood " Thoma !' Hungerford ABSENT: None _ Mayor Ingraham presiding... Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held March 12, 1.945, be approved without reading.- Duly seconded and' carried. - City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following:• Notice .State of Illinois advising that our allotment of Motor Fuel Tax for the month of February, 1945 is:$5,750.38.' Alderman Kimbark moved same be referred to the Street Committee and the Commissioner of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried. - Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COPIIMITTEE -pre sented and moved the payment of the following payrolls; same_..to be -charged to the proper accounts:.. City Collector's Office $105.00 City Clerk's Office . 37:50- Motion' seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye.Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay.none. Motion carried., Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following bills, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Miscellaneous Fund $28.93 Health Department 37.40 Fire Department 30.60 r. Motion seconded by Alderman,Mogg. Voting.aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 363 Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the City Collector advising that,W.G.G. Townes, 2129 Ridge Avenue purchased 1945 vehicle license #5104 for $5 on February 9, 1945. He has sold the car, does not intend to buy another and is asking for a refund. License and sticker have been 'returned. The Finance Committee recom- mends that inasmuch as the first quarter has lapsed and no refunds granted after six months, moved that a rebate of 50% be allowed. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt,,Emery, Corcoran,'Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15)s Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted two communications from the Commissioner of Buildings relative to application received from Rev. T.C. Lightfoot requesting that a building permit for the con- struction of a church on the property at the southwest corner of Greq Avenue ,and Emerson Street be issued without fee, and recommending that same be granted. Also application has been received from the Rev. Felix Witmanski requesting that a build"ing'permit be issued without fee for certain alterations to be made to the church building at 1208 Ashland Avenue. Alderman Kimbark moved the approval of free building permits to the'two applicants. Motion seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved -that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried.' ' Alderman Mac Steven for the POLICE COMMITTEE referred to Annual Report of the Police Department for year 1944, and called the attention of the Aldermen to the fact that the Police Training course and School of Instruction started in January of 1942 has been discontinued for the duration of the war, except for instruction in First Aid, both standard and advanced courses, the short course in Traffic Control at the Traffic Institute of Northwestern University Police patrol and'squad cars which were purchased new in 1943 and placed in service on January 1, of that year are still in good con- dition and have given excellent service. 'These cars as well as the radio equipment have been maintained at the peak of efficiency during the past year and may be expected to give good service through the coming year. The Emergency Police Division, which now numbers approx- 364 imately 200 members, proved its value to the city during the past year, being called upon to render police service for sports events, parades, beach patrol, and every emergency where extra police pro- tection was needed. Over a third of the members have completed the course in radio control and operation'. The service of these men should be appreciated by every citizen of Evanston. By an ordinance passed by the City Council the office of Juvenile control and crime preven- tion was created and placed under the direct supervision of a Lieut- enant. Alderman MacSteven stated that it seems with some 22 members of the Police Department serving in the armed forces and the Chief having to deal with new men, that certainly the Mayor, the Chief and all the personnel should be not only praised but complimented for the service rendered the City of Evanston. The' Council and the citizens should compliment the Mayor and his organization for work well done. Alderman Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE reported in answer to reference concerning repair work on tracks at Oakton Street, he understands that the main tracks have been repaired by the railroad company. The switch tracks must be raised by private contractor as the railroad is not permitted by the Government to do this work now. About ten days ago representatives of the Illinois Brick Company, National Brick Company and Mr. Hauslein of engineering firm of Deckert- & McDowell met and agreed on the work. The Corporation Counsel called Mr. Weber of National Brick Co. and he said they were waiting on the engineers. This matter has been in Mr. Gad's hand and will report on it before long. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE reported that the corporation Counsel has ascertained that the leases on the buildings at Elmwood Avenue and Lake Street.will expire on June 30, 1945, and conse4uently the City cannot take any action prior to that date. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $544.51 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Platt. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, - Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven-, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. 365 Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE submitted application received from W.G. Haeger of 717 Chicago Avenue requesting permission to use a portion of the space.in his public garage building at that address for the packaging of equipment for shipment overseas for the Signal Corps of the U.S-. Army. The location has been inspected by the Fire and Building Departments and the applicant has agreed to comply with -,the requirements of these departments for fire prevention. Committee on Zoning recommends that this application be granted, subject to frequent inspection by the Fire Department, _for the duration of the war and not more than six months thereafter, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Platt, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven,"James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, fihoma and Hungerford (15):• Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward -reported that the City of Desplaines is considering adding to their -present water supply and taking into consideration the piping of water from Chicago, and he thought it would be just as easy to take it from Evanston. Moved a reference to the Water -Committee and the Commissioner of Public Works to look into the matter. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran of the Seventh Ward stated that at Main Street and Chicago Avenue on the west side from Main Street to the "L" station is reserved for a cab stand. There have. been one or two cabs at the stand and if an individual wants to park it is neces- sary to go three or four blocks away. Moved a reference to the Police Committee and the Traffic Engineer to investigate and determine if practical to cut down the cab stand space and open additional space to - the public. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma*of the Eighth Ward stated he had received complaints concerning the area bounded by South Blvd. and Oakton Street to the railroad tracks. There was a greenhouse in that area which has been torn down and there is a lot of rubble and glass laying there from the dismantling of the greenhouse which was not done in a thorough manner, and which is distinctly a hazard. Moved a refer- ence to the Corporation Counsel and.the Mayor to contact the owner of that property and request them to clean it up. Also at the southeast 366 corner of .South Blvd. and Custer Avenue there is an excavation there which is also. a' definite hazard as' it is filled with water. The owner of this property should be.advised to see if it cannot be -filled - in. Duly seconded and -carried, Alderman Hungerford of the Eighth Ward , reported, that he had received complaints regarding the odors from the dLunp and after investigation found there was garbage being dumped there., He was assured by the Mayor and Commissioner of Public Works that this will be stopped, and would appreciate a report., UNDER MISCELLANEOUS.BUSINESS; Mayor Ingraham made the following appointment of name previously introduced; Luther W. Avery,' Special Police 6 months renewal Alderman,Rubin-moved that this appointment be confirmed: Duly seconded and carried. For Council records Chief -of Police Ekman has announced that the probationary periods for patrolmen Charles L. Schwarz and Robert R. Kutok have been extended another 60 days,. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 9030 P.M. . Edward W. Bell, City Clerk .367 Evaristbn, Illinois City Hall March 26, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held March 26, 1945, convening at 10:35 P.M. PRESENT: (14) Alderman Bersbach Hemenway " Platt !' Kimbark " Mogg it MacSteven " James it, Rubin it Brandt rr Emery. Corcoran Harwood. Thoma s " Hungerford ABSENT: (1) " Jour dain Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held March 19, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Emery for the BUILDING COMMITTEE submitted an application -received from J.K. Kluefer of 2230 Central :Street f requesting permission to locate a one car frame garage, one foot east of the property line between his lot and that owned by Mr. John Boerma at 2226 Central Street. -Mr. Boerma's written_ consent is attached. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. ,Alderman Emery -also submitted application received from Edgar L. Drinkwater requesting permission to build a two car garage on the rear of the vacant property at the northwest corner of Noyes Street and Brown Avenue for the storage of tools and equipment pending the' construction of; a house on the front of the lot. Commit- tee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so ' a moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE'.COMMITTEE submitted and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department 5.00 City Clerk's Office, 40.44 City Hall Building 368.25 City Treasurer's Office 225.00 Civil Service Commission 9.69 Contingent Fund 4 81.60 Fire Department 84.85 Fire Department 50.15 368 Garbage Department $16.50 ' Health Department 276.04 Health Department 31.60 Health Department 17.85 Legal Department. 120.6:0 Miscellaneous Fund 45.05 Motor Fuel Tax7Special Account 1,214.92 Muni-cipal Court 3.84 New Municipal Building 54.91 Park Department 154.35 Playground Department 282.84 Police Department 705.25 Public .Works Department 141.90 Salaries of City Officers' Fund 2.55 Salvage -Special Account 59.57 Street &.Bridge Department 1,487.41 Water Department 45.00 Pumping Station 1,971.31 Filtration Plant 197.44 Filtration Plant 16.82 Water Mains Bureau. 23.85 Water Meter Bureau 7.65 Mi-s c e l l ane ou s Fund 10.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, Mac:Steven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also submitted and moved the payment of -the following temporary payrolls to be paid Mar,ch.30, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Building Department $45.50 Police Department 30.00. Police Department 567.00 , Park Department 1.,353.49 0 Water Department 342.61 Public Works Department 255.08 , Water Department 83.75 Public Works,Department .44.80- City Hall Building 18.00 Public Works -Department 106.08 , Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 6,594.44 Public Playgrounds Dept. 270..95 Civil Service Commission 36.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting'aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted two reports from the City Collector relative to requests for refund on vehicle licenses: Mrs. Marion T. Orvis of 1603 Chicago Avenue purchased two 1945 vehicle licenses #4198 and #7769 for the same car. License and sticker #7769 have been returned. Mrs. Mae Smith of 2523 Central Park Avenue purchased two 1945 vehicle licenses #4784 and #7925 for the same car. License and .sticker #7925 have been returned. Alderman Kimbark moved that a refund of r$5 bey,made- to Mrs. Orvis 369 and $5 to Mrs. Smith. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond period of 10:30 ofclock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative to request received from Charles W. Kegley, Chairman Board of Religion, North- western University, requesting permission to hold Easter Morning Services at 6:30 A.M. on the beach at the foot of Clark ,Street. An attendance of approximately 60 people is expected. Alderman Corcoran moved that this request be granted. Duly, seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE submitted report from the City Traffic Engineer concerning reference of Alderman Corcoran relative to cab stand at Main Street and Chicago Avenue, as follows: "It is recommended that this cab stand be.cut in half until further action by the City Council and not changed by ordinanc.e' at this time, but by resolution. This will allow room for three cabs and three private vehicles to be parked in this space. — It has been a constant complaint among the business men and members of the Council relative to cutting down the size of the cab stand on Benson Avenue between Davis Street and Church Street. Observation of this stand has indicated -that of a certain time of day there are no cabs parked and at other times of the day there may be as many as eight cabs. Inasmuch as the time of year is. approaching when more cabs are parked at cab stands, it is recommended that the Traffic Engineer be given authority to vary the size of this stand as needed, and the balance of this space be devoted to public vehicles." Alderman MacSteven moved that the above recommendation as submitted by the Traffic Engineer and Commissioner of Public Works be approved. Motion seconded by Alderman Kimbark and carried. Alderman Emery moved an amendment to the above motion that the cab stand situation in Evanston be reviewed to include not only this stand but,all other cab stands in Evanston under the juris- diction of the Traffic,Engineer. ,Motion seconded by Alderman Platt and carried. 370 Alderman Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE submitted report from the Traffic Engineer, approved by the Commis- sioner of Public Works regarding special tripper buses going to the High School. After investigation with Mr. Bergsland of the Bus Company it is recommended that the special buses be re-routed. The thing.that is accomplished by this change is that the students will use the pedestrian under -pass at the North Western tracks, which is much safer. The walking distance for the students is approximately the same in either case. This subject has had long and careful scrutiny and investigation by the P.T.A., Evanston Safety Council, officials of the High School and considerable study by our Traffic Engineer. This will be a distinct step in overcoming traffic hazards. This for the information of the Council. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub - matted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing two proposals received on repairs to the floor in the game room at Eiden Field House. It is recommended that contract be awarded to the low bidder, Thos. Moulding Floor Mfg. Co. in accordance with their propos- al for y1�250.00 and charge to item Boo • 508. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Park Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Platt. Voting aye Aldermen Hung;erford,.Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works listing two proposals received for lathing and plastering walls and ceilings of the shower rooms on the second floor of Fire Station No. 3. It is recommended that contract be awarded to the low bidder, Corcoran Brothers to do this work in accordance with .their proposal of March 23, 1945 for $374.00, to be charged to item No. 189. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Park Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. 3'71 Alderman Harwood also,submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing three proposals received for furnishing fire. hose in accordance with city specifications.. The City Council is requested to authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to purchase 1,200 feet of fire hose, in accordance with city specifications, from the low bidder, Eureka Fire Hose, Division of United States Rubber Company at bid price of $1.00 per foot, $1,200 to be charged to item No. 186. This has the approval of the Fire Chief. The City Council is requested to authorize the immediate return of all deposit checks except that of the successful bidder, which will be retained until completion of the contract. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Fire Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works listing four proposals received for fur- nishing two.new truck chassis for the Street Department, with.trade-in of two 1930 dump trucks, Nos. 6 and 34.. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase, from the low bidder, Diarnont T Motor Co. two Diamond T chassis, Model 6144 with cabs, -as stated in proposal of March 15 at $5,158.00 net cost including trade7in allowance on trucks Nos. 6 and 34, to be charged to item No., 620, all subject to obtaining W.P.B. certificate. It is further rec- ommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to return the deposit checks of the unsuccessful bidders at once, and to return the deposit check of the successful bidder upon satisfactory delivery of the trucks. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commis- sioner of Public Works listing two. proposals received for furnishing two fully enclosed refuse collection bodies for the Street Department. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase from the low bidder, Leach Company, two fully enclosed refuse collection bodies, Model -Chief 1945, as stated in proposal submitted March 17, completely installed, at net price'of $3,420.00, to be charged to item No. 620; all.subject to obtaining W.P.B. cer- tificate for new chassis. It is further recommended'that the Com- missioner of Public Works be authorized to return the deposit checks of the unsuccessful bidders at,once and to return the deposit checks of the successful bidder upon satisfactory delivery of the bodies installed on new chassis. This has the -approval of the Chairman of the Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteve. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark,'Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works listing five bids received for a paving breaker needed by the Street Department. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase the Ingersoll- Rand paving breaker from the low bidder, Ingersoll- Rand Company, in accordance with their proposal of March 14, 1945, at their bid price of $193.00, to be charged to item No. 578. This has the approval of the Chairman of the .Street Committee. and Ithe Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood,Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMAIIITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in. amount of $1,555.13 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Platt. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. ` Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted communication from the Corporation Counsel which was considered in Committee of the Whole, reading as follows: 373 "Our arrangements for disposal of rubbish contemplates use of Oakton Street pit at least until 1953 and contemplates that the operation of the dump will be carried on by William Johnson, his heirs and assigns. In order to protect the city our contract with Mr. Johnson is in the nature of an option to the City of Evanston, which option should be exercised before March 31, 1945. Even though Mr. Johnson is now deceased there will be no interference with the dumping operations, and I would suggest that the Council authorize the Mayor and Corporation Oounsel to notify the proper parties that the city has elected to exercise said option." Alderman James moved that the Council concur in the recommendation. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark,.Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14)s Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James moved the Suspension of the Rules for the purpose of adopting an Ordinance vacating and repealing an Ordinance vacating Grey Avenue,. etc. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (14); Voting nay.none. Motion carried., Alderman James then presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND REPEALING AN ORDINANCE ADOPTED JANUARY 29, 1945 VACATING GREY AVENUE FROM LEE STREET TO GREENLEAF .STREET AND CERTAIN PUBLIC ALLEYS EXTENDING FROM LEE STREET TO GREENLEAF STREET. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Platt, Hemenway and Bersbach (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative to request received from James Desherow, Business Manager, Victor Research Laboratories, 636 Church Street, for permission to block off street from Orrington Avenue to Chicago Avenue for the purpose of moving machinery and other equipment from the Victor Research Laboratories in the Carlson Building, on Sunday, April 15, 1945. It will be necessary to take the machines out of an 8th floor window with a block and tackle set-up and will require about eight hours. It is recommended that the Council approve this appli- cation for permit. This request,carries the approval of the Traffic Engineer and Commissioner of Public Works, and it is suggestion of the Engineer that if permit is granted for blocking off the street 74 that it be done in the early morning hours so as to cause as'little inconvenience as possible to the traveling public.. Accordingly.moved that permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James reported for the information of all the aldermen, but particularly the aldermen of the 4th and 8th wards who have borne with this problem for so long, the Illinois Brick Co. has ordered the City to fill in their tracks on Oakton Street and charge the expense to the Illinois Brick. Co. Mr. Weber of the National Brick Co. has agreed to start work of raising the other tracks -and putting the pavement in good shape.on April 1st., Alderman Platt for the WATER COMMITTEE stated that it might be of interest to the Council to know that the water main in Davis Street has been completed and the street will be back -filled tomorrow. The paving will not be replaced until the back -fill has settled. It will be practically normal by tomorrow night. The.cost is about 20% to 30%.under the estimate, which is about one-half of the contractor's bid quoted last fall. - UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Hungerford.of the Eighth -Ward thanked the Mayor and Commissioner of Public Works for prompt action in connection with the dump. He also wished Alderman -Platt farewell and good luck. Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward also wished Alderman Platt Au Revoir. "I have enjoyed.working with him for the past four years and envy his having Monday nights off." Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward welcomed Alderman Platt into the Seventh Ward, Alderman Harwood moved a reference to the T' ,af f i s Engineer to review the situation and make recommendation as to removal of atop signs at Sherman Avenue and Clark Street and the placing of cautionary signs there. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood stated he had considered the matter of the Committee on Committees and suggested that Alderman.Corcoran, Chairman of the Judiciary Committee'serve as Chairman of the Committee on Committees. Also that Aldermen James and Kimbark with their long experience serve on this committee. Accordingly moved that the fol- lowing be appointed as members of the Committee on Committees;' Alderman Corcoran, Alderman James, Alderman Kimbark, Alderman Brandt and Alderman Bersbach. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery and carried. 37 a Alderman Corcoran of the Seventh Ward wished Alderman Platt good luck. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward made -the following remark s; t ' "Alderman James, the Corporation -Counsel, Commissioner of Public Works and Commissioner of Buildings have attended executive Meetings of the Post War Planning Committee, and I feel that probably through my fault we have not done them justice in replying to some of their reports. This is a wonderful committee and these men, busy as they are, have given much of their time to this work. The Mayor picked these men who have proven very capable. Vie should answer some of their communications, and they state they have received no answer from the Finance Committee regarding the lowering of fees for buildings as suggested. No reply from the Local Improvements Committee on Sewers. They would like to have a resolution and consideration of Report #12 which was referred to the Zoning Committee on January 29, 1945. Also what we have done in regard to the Sanitary District canal banks, and whether we had secured permission to use same as parks. In order to bring this to a head I see no reason for not making a motion to refer this to the.Park Committee,.the Mayor and the Corporation Counsel to see if' we can secure leases on ground from the Sanitary District, for park purposes." Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward stated; "I wish to express my regret..at the leaving of Alderman Platt and to say that the Street Committee for some years enjoyed his advice and counsel and he will be sorely missed in our meetings in the future." Alderman MacSteven of the Fourth Ward stated he would certainly miss Alderman Platt. Alderman Mogg of.the Third Ward added his best - wishes to those already expressed for Alderman Platt. Alderman Kimbark of the Third Ward stated in reply to Alderman Brandt's reference on Post War Planning, which was a joint reference to the Building Committee, we have not had any recommendation from the Building Committee as yet. "I am honored to have been chosen on the Committee on Committees for the coming year and will be glad to serve, altho it ismy personal feeling that the aldermen to be appointed should be the sitting aldermen all the way through." We will miss Alderman Platt in the Finance Committee. His contacts and business experience along financial lines have been of great help to the committee." Alderman Platt of the Second Ward stated; "I sent in my letter of- resignation some weeks ago and I think my term is officially up at the end of this month. I have been here about 12 years and that is a long time. I started in under Mayor Bartlett, through Mayor Penfield's administration and through your first four years Mr. Mayor. I must say that the last four years have been much the pleasantest and more has been accom- plished in your four years than,in the preceding terms in which I was an alderman.. This might be due in some small measure to a good .council but it ismore due to the fact that you have been 376 most successful in the selection of your appointees, the Cor- portation Counsel and the . Commissioner of Public Works. You have a good crowd here and I have enjoyed working with them. I have enjoyed working.with the City Council. I do want.you people here to know that I will miss being here. Thank you.very much and good luck." r Mayor Ingraham stated; •"During my four years as Mayor I have enjoyed your cooperation and help Alderman Platt, and sorry to. see you go." Alderman Hemenway of the First Ward offered his best wishes to Alderman Platt. • Alderman Bersbach of the First Ward.stateds "Like the rest of.the gentlemen I will miss Alderman Platt's presence and his wise counsel. He has been a great help to me and I have received the. benefit of his experience." UNDER.MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS- Mayor Ingraham introduced the;f ollowing names for confirmation at the next meeting of the,City Council; Carl Caldeen,_ Special Police -,6 months renewal. Louis Rzepecki, rr rrr 6 rr rr Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 11:22 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall, _April 2, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held April'2, 1945,_ convening at 9;25 P.M. PRESENT; (14) Alderman Bersbach it. Hemenway " Kimbark it Mogg MacSteven !' James Jourdain " Rubin '.' Brandt " Emery " Corcoran " Harwood ". Thoma " Hungerford ABSENT; None Mayor Ingraham presiding. 51 Alderman Kimbark moved that the'Minutes of Meeting held March 26, 1945, be approved with the 'folloiving correction;: Payment of bill in amount of $13.00 , to the Chicago Tribune. should be charged to Special .Salvage Account and'not item No. 620. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, `3'7'7 Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg,"MacSteven, James,. Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford-(13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department .$13.85-- City Clerk's Office. 5.61 City Treasurer's Office - 21.36. City Hall Building 145.50 Contingent Fund 429.88 ..Contingent Fund 6.00 .Fire Department ` 114.95 Garbage Department 35.00 Miscellaneous Fund 25.00 Health Department 44.93 Health Department 14.44 Legal Department 13.45 Miscellaneous Fund 30.00 Park Department 192.92 Playground Department 130.94 Police Department 54.22 Public Works Department 294.93 Salaries of City Officers Fund 41.22 Salvage -:Special Account 239.51 Special Sidewalk Account 65,45 Street & Bridge Department 880.99 Filtration Plant 42.73 Water Mains Bureau 420.00 Wa.ten Meter Bureau 69.74. Motion seconded,by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven,.James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted the following .requests for refunds:.. E.O. Emma, 1629 Ridge Avenue, purchased vehicle license 18178 for which he Braid $5 and has.now been transferred to Waterlboi Iowa. Sticker has been returned. 4Ann`Kennedy,. 833 Hamlin` Street*I paid $3.25 for dog license #456. The fee should have been $2.25. Accordingly.moved that a refund of $2.50 be made to Mr. Emma and a refund of $1.00 to Ann Kennedy. 'Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain,-Rubin; Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood,'Thoma' and Hungerfordl. (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted communication from Alderman MacSteven concerning request for refund and moved same be referred to the Street Committee for their recommendation. Duly seconded and carried. 378 Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY C.OPNITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE intro- duced An Ordinance Amending Section 118 entitled "'Schedule 'A' Prohibited Parking" to include the following items: Lincoln Street - south side - Elm Avenue to Pioneer Road Elm Avenue - east side - Lincoln Street to Pioneer Road Pioneer Road -.west side - Lincoln Street to Elm Avenue Harrison Street - north side - Hartrey Avenue to Pioneer Road Pioneer Road -.east side - Hartrey Avenue to Harrison Street Hartrey Avenue.- west side - Pioneer Road to Harrison Street .Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE moved that the Corporation Counsel be authorized to secure appraisal on the two lots immediately adjoining the new police and fire station site on Elmwood Avenue. Duly seconded and carried. .Alderman Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Traffic Engineer: "In the.past six months we have had three -accidents at this grade crossing (Greenleaf Street at the Mayfair.tracks of the North Western Railway) involving automobiles and trains. It is believed that the.Railway Company should provide more adequate protection at this crossing which now has only the standard cro'ssbuck sign. These accidents have resulted in .one death and two injuries, therefore, it is the recommendation of the Traffic Engineer that the Public Utilities Committee make a reference to the Corporation Counsel to contact the Railway Com any or the Illinois Commerce.Commission or both, relative to more adequate protection at this grade crossing." Alderman Emery so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $413.43 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood,.Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting.nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the .STREET COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner. of Public, Works as follows: "On Saturday, March 31, 1945, our salvage collection was held and the following is a record of the tin cans and paper collected: c 379 Per -Capita Papers and Ward Tin Cans Tin Cans Magazines 1 4680 lbs. .774 lbs. 11760 lbs. 2 8440 lbs. 1:185 lbs. 11-400 lbs. 3 2100 lbs. .266 lbs. 15200 lbs. 4 4850 lbs. .62 lbs. 14700 lbs. 5 1800 lbs. .175 lbs. 8650 tlbs. 6 8500 lbs. .816 lbs. 55730 lbs. 7 4100 lbs. .488 lbs. 30820 lbs. 8 3180 lbs. .431 lbs. 8080 lbs. 37650 lbs. .575 lbs. 156400 lbs. Second Ward is the,Tin Can Trophy Winner." Alderman James submitted the following report from the -Commissioner of Public Works: "In connection with the new Federal Highway Bill, it becomes necessary for the State to pass legislation forbidding diversion of the motor fuel tax and federal highway aid funds for purpose other than highway construction and maintenance (such as relief,,etc.) H.J.R. (Joint Resolution) No. 18.is up for this purpose. If these sentiments agree with yours perhaps a resolution- t.o our Representatives and Senators in State is in order. The bill is called anti -diversion bill." Accordingly moved that the Mayor be requested to communicate with the Representatives both in the -House and Senate at Springfield, urging them to.support this resolution. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Corcoran of the Seventh Ward stated in connection with the Committee on Committees, suggested to the aldermen if they have any preferences for committee assignments to make it known to him or the other members of the committee. Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward reported that the second involuntary foreclosure bill covering general taxes was filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County on Saturday, March 31, 1945. The number'of the case is 45C-2361. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham appointed the following aldermen as members of the Canvassing Committee .to canvass returns of election of April 3, 1945: Alderman Mogg, Chairman Alderman Emery, Alderman Hungerford, Alderman James so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Carl Caldeen, Louis Rzepecki, Special Police - 6 months renewal it it 6 " tt Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at .next meeting of the City. Council; Miller Perrin, Special.Polic.e - 6 months renewal John Campbell,.. " < " < 6 Upon motion, duly.seconded and carried, .the Council adjourned at 9:40 P.M._' , Edward W. Bell, City Clerk Evanston,:Illinois. City Hall April 9, 1945- Regular Meeting of the City Council•held April 9,.,1945; convening . at 10;25 P.M. , PRESENT:� (13) Alderman Bersbach Hemenway „. " Kimbark rr Mogg _ MacSteven -James = Jourdain n Rubin - Brandt --Corcoran " Harwood Thoma !' Hungerford ABSENT: (1) " Emery Mayor Ingraham presiding.. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held April'2, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell',,presented the following: Communication State of -Illinois dated April 7, 1945, approving resolution for Section 30- C S passed March 12, 1945. Alderman James moved same be.referred to the Commissioner of Public Works and the Street Committee. Duly seconded and carried. City Treasurerts'Financial Statement'as of February 28, 1945. Alderman Kimbark moved same be referred to the Mayor; the Finance Committee and the Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted City Treasurer's Statement of Receipts and Disbursements, after elimination of all •interfund transactions for the year ending December 31-, 1944,.and moved same be referred to the Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. 381 Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the Building 'Commissioner relative to request from W.H. Gregg for refund on street opening permit taken out April 4, 1945,,as it was found unnecessary to open the street. Fees amount to $51.00. The Finance Committee accordingly moved that,a refund of $51.00 be made to Mr. Gregg, and permits voided. �Motion.seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven., Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none. Motion carried. .Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the Building Commissioner with letter from Mrs. J.E. Kamper, 2682 Prairie Avenue, requesting .refund on building permit, being unable to proceed with the, construction for which she obtained the permit. Accordingly µ moved that fee of �5 be' refunded and permit be .voided. Motion seconded by -Alderman Harwood. Voting aye' Aldermen 'Hungerrford., Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark -submitted report from the City Collector advising that Francis L. Hammond -of 811 Dobson Street has returned license and sticker #648 for which he paid $10 on. I February 16. As the car was sold before the sticker was applied, he is requesting a refund. The Finance Committee recommends that one-half of -amount of fee or $5 be refunded, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James; MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. ,Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution .designating bank depositories for Thomas` F. Airth, `City Treasurer, as follows: State Bank & Trust Co. Evanston, Illinois First National Bank & Trust Co. Evanston, Illinois Evanston Trust & Savings Bank, Evanston, Illinois Continental Illinois Natl. Bank & Trust Co. Chicago, Illinois Harris Trust & Savings Bank Chicago, Illinois City National Bank & Trust Co. Chicago, Illinois Northern Trust Company Chicago, Illinois First National Bank & Trust Co. Chicago, Illinois Duly seconded and carried. 3802 Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the payment of 'the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department $ 9.44 City, Clerk t s Office 22.87 City Collectors Office 2,00 City Hall Building 60.71 City Treasurers s Office 11.00 Contingent Fund 330;61 Fire Department 167.01 .Garbage Department 2.51 Garbage Department 140.54 Health Department 109.18 Miscellaneous Fund 11292.22 Motor Fuel -Tax Fund : 11378.12 Municipal Court 41.25 Park Department 539.71 Playground Department 375.50 Police Department 299.42 Public Works Department 92.74 Salaries of City Officers Fund 11.85 Salaries oc City Of Fund 10.00 Salvage -Special Account 75.17 Street & Bridge Department 6-1721.23 Water. Department 764.00 Pumping Station 498,49 Filtration,Plant 116.50 Water.Mains Bureau 44.01 Water Meter Bureau .67, Contingent Fund (N.W. Community Clubs contribution for first half 1945) 500,00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran,'.Brandt,,Rubin, Jourrdain; James, MacSteven, Mogg,,Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried! t Alderman Kimbark also presented and.moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid April 13, 1945, same to be charged to.the proper accounts: .Building Department City Collector's Office City Hall Building Civil Service Commission Park Department Public Playgrounds Dept. Police Department Police Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Street & Bridge Repair,Dept. Street & Bridge Repair Dept. Water Department $45.50 .105.00 18..00 49.50 1:337.06 203.08 296.10 30.00 42.10 265.-88 300,76 71.25 6:606.94 486.98 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma; Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13)': carried. Voting nay none. Motion 383 Alderman Kimbark.also presented and moved the payment of the following bills and payrolls, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Miscellaneous Fund (Polling Places) $416.00 Miscellaneous Fund (Judges & Clerks) 2,672.00 Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen HunE�erford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried; Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COIVMITTEE introduced An Ordinance Calling for a General City Election for the Purpose of Electing two judges of The Municipal Court of Evanston, to be held June 4, 1945•. Alderman Corcoran submitted application from Evanston Post No. 42 The American Legion, for a permit for Poppy Day to be held on May 28, 1945. The Judiciary Committee ha-s con- sidered this request and recommends it be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran presented and moved the adoption of: the following Resolution: RESOLUTION UPON THE OCCASION OF THE DEATH OF JOHN F. HAHN WHEREAS, MR. JOHN F. HAHN, City Clerk of the City of Evanston for twenty-six years from 1899 to 1925, departed, this life on . April 4, 1945; and WHEREAS, MR. JOHN F. HAHN has been an outstanding citizen closely identified with Evanstonts growth and development, gave most liberally of his time -and ability to the City, the schools, and all civic enterprises which called upon him so often for his assistance; and WHEREAS, in his passing Evanston has lost a most worthy, distinguished and beloved citizen; and WHEREA,S, it is the desire of this Council to pay tribute to the said JOHN F. HAHN, NOW,_ THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT I,S HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Evanston in regular meeting assembled that the City Council of the City of Evanston express its regret and sincere -sympathy upon the passing of JOHN F. HAHN by the adoption of this resolution and by causing a copy thereof to be engrossed on the permanent records of the, City of Evanston, and it is hereby further resolved that the Mayor and the City Clerk execute and forward a copy of this resolution to the bereaved family of JOHN F. HAHN with an expression of the sincere sympathy of the Mayor, the City Council and the Officers of the City of Evanston. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond period of 10:,30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE .COMMITTEE presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 118 ENTITLED "SCHEDULE 'A' PROHIBITED PARKING" OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTED FEBRUARY 2, 1942, ENTITLED "TRAFFIC REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF EVAN,STON" AND to include in said schedule the following items: Lincoln Street - south side - Elm Avenue to Pioneer Road Elm Avenue - east side - Lincoln Street to Pioneer Road Pioneer Road - west side - Lincoln Street to Elm Avenue Harrison Street - north side - Hartrey Avenue to Pioneer Road Pioneer Road - east side - Hartrey Avenue to Harrison Street Hartrey Avenue - west side - Pioneer Road to Harrison Street Motion seconded by Alderman Rubio. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. o Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE addressed the Council relative to property adjoining the site acquired by the city for erection of a new police and fire station, and advised that the Corporation Counsel, pursuant to request of the Council, -had secured an appraisal by George S. Dalgety on the properties located at 1462-1464 Elmwood Avenue. In accordance with recommendation of the Council meeting as a Committee of the Aldermen, moved that the Cor- poration Counsel, the Mayor and the Finance Committee be authorized to take such steps as they deem necessary for acquisition of said properties. Duly seconded and carried. Whereupon Alderman Brandt moved that authorization t be given to the architects to proceed with preparation of preliminary drawings and sketches for a two story rectangular, shape police and fire station to cover the presently owned properties together with properties to be acquired at 1462-1464 Elmwood Avenue. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING C OM iTITTEE sub- mitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "The fire and extended coverage on city buildings expired April 1, 1945. This has been extended to May.1, 1y45 on a pro- rata of five year policy. There are strong possibilities of a rate reduction this year. There are also possibilities of certain buildings being removed from the list. It is recommended that these be extended to February 1, 1946. Funds will be provided in the 1946 budget to pay for.same." 385 This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and also was discussed in the Finance Committee meeting, and accordingly so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye ;Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood,,Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion ,carried. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the. Relief Organization in amount of $2,803.39 and moved that`the Township -Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hun gerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner'of Public Works regarding application received from the Railway Express Agency requesting a special permit for a driveway on the east side of .Green Bay Road north ,of- the Chicago and North Western Railway freight house. They are -requesting 72 feet of curb to be removed next to the old brick pavement to connect to a new platform and a small expres.soffice which is to .be built immediately adjacent thereto. It is recommended that permission be granted to construct this driveway with the condition that driveway b.e con - strutted of some hard surface type of construction, such as concrete, asphaltic concrete or black top (cinders, gravel or stone are not to be used) and that a satisfactory bond be furnished.. All work is to be done under the supervision of the Public Works Department. Accord- ingly Alderman James moved the issuance of this permit. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James reported that.Mary Alice Ryan, 1408 Main Street, through her plumber Lawrence Swarthout, took out and paid $50.50 for a street opening permit for repairing a sewer con- necting to our main, Because of certain questions regarding proper inspection at time of original installation, she is requesting a partial refund of the permit fee. This matter was considered by the t . aldermen sitting in Committee of the Whole and moved in response to request that a refund of $25.25 be granted. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Alderman MacSteven made a substitute motion cancelling the entire charge and make a full refund. Motion seconded 386 by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Thoma, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, and MacSteven (5): Voting nay Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood; Corcoran, James,-Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (8): Motion lost, Roll Call.was then taken on original motion. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt., Rubin, Jourdain,.James,: MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Hemenway and Bersbach (13):. Voting nay none.. -Motion carried. UNDER SPECIAL COMMITTEES: Alderman Mogg for the CANVA,S'SING' COMMITTEE appointed to canvass the returns .of the City Ele-ction held in the City of- Evanston .on Tuesday, April 3'. 1945, has canvassed said returns and begs to report that the returns are found t,o be as follows: (See Tally .Sheets..) Committee, therefore, finds that the following named persons, having received the, largest number of votes cast, are duly and legally elected to the following named offices for the ensuing term, and we recommend that the persons named hereafter be declared elected to .their respective offices: S.G. Ingraham, ,Mayor Edward W. Bell, City Clerk Thomas F..Airth, City Treasurer Edward T. Arnold, Justice of the Peace James G. Barber., Justice of the Peace George W.. Harri son, Justice of the Peace Marshal I: McMahon, Justice of the Peace L. Wallace Rusne s s, Justice of the Peace Bert. Livingston, Constable Vincent P. Ratcliffe, Constable Charles M. Rohrer,, Constable Eben E. Sherwood, Constable Ralph M. Witt, Constable - Jarvis A: Shedd, Town Supervisor Committee further finds with respect to the Aldermanic vote that the following named persons. having received the largest number of votes cast are duly and. legally elected as Aldermen from the respective wards: Elmer S. Bersbach,. Alderman - First Ward Henry P.C.W. Barber (4 year term) Alderman - Second Ward Neil H. Reynolds (2 year term) Alderman- Second Ward John R. Kimbark, Robert- E. Jame-s, Bennie G. Rubin, . Alderman - Third Ward Alderman - Fourth Ward Alderman - Fifth Ward Eddy S. Brandt, Alderman .- Sixth Ward Francis L. Harwood, Fred R. Thoma, Alderman - Seventh Ward Alderman - Eighth Ward Whereupon Alderman Mogg moved that the Council receive the written report of the Canvassing Committee submitted herewith and that the same be approved and the candidates be declared elected to their respective offices. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward complimented the Mayor, Commissioner of Public Works, Chairman of the•Street Committee and the Street Commissioner for a very fine job done on the Oakton-Street crossing. Alderman Jourdain of the Fifth Ward addressed the Council relative to the long standing need for a field house and community center building in the north end of the Fifth Ward; that when a permanent planning commission is appointed that the Mayor will make recommendations on the necessity of taking seriously this need. The .Superintendent of the Bureau of Recreation has testified again to this Council that it is impossible to carry on a full time program. We should get our plans drawn, site picked and get in line when and if money is available, from the Government. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward addressed the Council as follows: "Tonight the council passed a refund of part of a charge made for a street opening. The charge theoretically covers cost to the Street Department for opening of the street and refilling the hole and replacing of pavement due to faulty function of the sewer. This permit fee charge has been a part of the ordinance for a good many years. The ordinance itself is faulty and I think it is subject to amendment and change, as -all circumstances are not alike. I think many instances prove, and I want the minutes to show, that I did not vote on this issue as to whether it is wholly right or wholly wrong. There are circumstances surrounding each case that are individual in character. A strict interpretation of the ordinance permit charge is justified. On the other hand there are many instances where it would work a hardship can the owner. F Where roots f rom,trees growing into the parkway are ob- structing the sewer, it seems to me it should be'.the free function of the city to make such repairs as are necessary in order to do away with the blockade of the sewer. Accordingly move a reference to the Street Committee directing them to look into this matter 'of changing the ordinance so as to make its terms more fair and equitable.." Duly seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven of the Fourth Ward advised the Council that Mr. Dillon's son has been reported missing in action, and he hoped and prayed for his return. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: • o. Miller Perrin, John Campbell, Special Police - 6 months renewal n n . 6 , n n Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be "confi'rmed. Duly seconded and carried. 0 Upon motion duly'seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 11i10 P.M. Edward W. Bell., ' City Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall April 168 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held April-16, 1945,- convening at 9:00 'P.M. PRESENTS (14) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway Kimbark rr M.ogg " MacSteven ". Jame s Jourdain rr Rubin " Brandt Emery " Corcoran Harwood rr Thoma rr Hungerford ABSENT: None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Mayor Ingraham requested that the assembly stand in silence until the sound of the gavel in official recognition by the City of Evanston of the passing of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, on Thursday. April 12, 1945. r Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held April 9,.1945, be approved without reading.- Duly seconded -and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following:' t ication W. Russell Arrington' Re presentative.6th Sena- torial District relative to HJR 184 stating he would do everything to obtain it's passage, Alderman James moved same be received and placed on file: Duly seconded and carried. ' Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEEpresented and moved the payment of the f ollowing,�bill s, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: 389 Building.Department $143.35 City Collectorts Office 9.80 Contingent Fund 46.78 Fire Department 38,59 Health Department 117.59 Legal Department 10.64 Miscellaneous'Fund 50,00 Municipal Court 78,40 Motor Fuel Tax -Special Account 190.41 Park Department 9.54 Playground Department 53.18 Police Department 714.15 Prepaid Insurance 119.40 Public Works Department 131,72 Salvage -:Special Account 127.56 Salaries of City Officers -Fund 7,75 Street & Bridge Department 496.95 Water Department 27.00 Pumping Station 18421,44 Filtration Plant 6..10 Water Mains Bureau 82.27 Water Meter Bureau 8.80 Miscellaneous Fund 20,00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the City Collector stating that license #4172 issued to J.O. Westlund, 2316 Central Park Avenue -for $5 on January 31 has been returned to this office with a request for a refund, as he is now in the service. The Finance Committee has considered the request in facts as set forth and recommends that a refund of one-half the amount of license or $2.50 be made, and so moved. Motion -seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery., Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted continuation certificates of insurance for the official bonds as follows: S.G. Ingraham Mayor $50000.00 Jarvis A. Shedd Town Supervisor 750000.00 (surety bond) Thomas F. Airth City Treasurer 5000000.00 (surety bond) Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 10000.00 (surety bond) All of these bonds have been approved as to form by the Corporation Counsel, and accordingly moved that said bonds be accepted and approved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE pre- sented and moved the passage of -AN ORDINANCE CALLING FOR A GENERAL CITY ELECTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING TWO JUDGES OF THE MUNICIPAL COURT OF EVANSTON TO BE HELD JUNE 4, 1945. Motion seconded by 390 Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13)s Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution; RESOLUTION UPON THE OCCASION OF THE RETIREMENT OF ALDERMAN HENRY R. PLATT JR. WHEREAS ,.HENRY R. PLATT JR. Alderman of the Second Ward of the City of Evanston has retired by resignation from the City Council, after having served his Ward and the City ably and well for twelve years; and WHEREAS,.ALDERMAN HENRY R. PLATT JR. has given liberally of his time alld talent to the interest of the City of Evanston, the welfare of the Second Ward and particularly as Chairman of the Water Committee has rendered service most valuable to this community; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council of the City of Evanston to pay tribute to the services rendered by AIDERMAN FENHY R. PLATT JR. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Evanston, Illinois, that in behalf of ourselves, the Mayor, City Officials and citizens of this com- munity, we do hereby express official thanks and appreciation for his distinguished service, sincere regrets at his departing from the City Council and the hope that he will continue to further the welfare of the City with his valued counsel and advice; and . BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk be and he is hereby instructed to transmit to Mr. Henry R. Platt, Jr. a copy of this resolution as evidence of our esteem. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. Alderman Corcoran moved that all unfinished business of the committees of the present Council be automatically transferred to and assumed by the respective committees of the new Council. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran also requested that at the adjourn- ment of the old Council, All Aldermen, including the sitting Aldermen and the newly elected Aldermen, meet in the Mayor's office to consider the report of the Committee on Committees. Alderman Hungerford for the COMMITTEE ON LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS presented and moved the adoption of a,Resolution having to do with filing of a suit in the Circuit or Superior Court of Cook County for foreclosure of special assessments and to foreclose and enforce the lien of all unpaid special assessments against the real estate situated in the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois, and described as follows; 391 Lots 3, 4, 5 and 6. Block 50 Bauerts Addition to Wilmette, being a subdivision of parts of Lots 1 and 2 County Clerkts Division south of Grosse Point Road of East Q fractional Sec. 33, T. 42 N. Range 13, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois Be It Further Resolved, that O.D. Buckles, Corporation Counsel, be authorized to institute said proceedings for and in behalf of the City of Evanston and to take all steps necessary to enforce the lien of all special assessments against the real estate above described. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub - witted report from the Commissioner of Public Works in connection with the changes recommended in the settling basins by the Engineers, Alvord, Burdick & Howson,. Four bids were received for cutting the holes through the concrete walls. This is the first step in the alteration program which has been adopted by the Water Committee and this particular expenditure is approved by them and also the Purchasing Committee. It is recommended that.the low bid of Speedway Wrecking Company of $28475,00 be accepted and charged to account No. 387, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of,$495.07 and.moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the WATER COMMITTEE reported that Alvord, Burdick & Howson submitted a report of their survey of the water works containing their recommendations for improvement to our Water Plant. This will.be referred to the new Water Committee and there are enough copies available so that each alderman will have a copy of their perusal and when the Water Committee makes its recom- mendation they will be familiar with the subject. UNDER CALL OF WARDS; Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward made a recommendation for the new council, and moved that the 390 Commissioner of Public Works be.instructed to prepare a bulletin board for the council to be used on Monday nights; same to have a record as to what committees are to meet that night and what the subject is to be. This will expedite meeting of committees and will be a way of acquainting everyone in the Council as well as the public of the work of the committees. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward stated he had received several calls during the week with reference to a dog which has been allowed to run loose in the 800 block on .Seward Street. It is running around without a muzzle and is a vicious type. This has been reported to the Police Department and was picked up by the Dog Warden and returned to the owner with the understanding that he would find a home for it in the country. Moved a reference to the Police Department, and particularly the Dog Warden, to have this dog picked up and held by the City until a suitable place is found. Duly seconded and carried. At this time the City -Clerk asked the newly elected officials -and aldermen to come up to the rostrum -to be sworn in. Chief Justice Porter of the Municipal Court of the City of Evanston then administered the Oath of Office to the newly elected Aldermen - to the Mayor and to the City Clerk, Alderman Thoma moved that the Council adjourn sine die. On the same evening and in the same place following .adjournment of the old Council a meeting of the new Council was then held, preceded by the repeating of the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by the entire assembly. Mayor Ingraham made the following remarkss "Members of the Council, ladies and gentlemen - we are embarking upon another four years of city government. May I welcome to this Council the two new members, Aldermen Barber and Reynolds. You gentlemen are following in the footsteps of very able men whom we were sorry to lose. We are happy now, to have you join us as representatives of the Second Ward and want you to know we stand ready at all times to help you in the work you have undertaken. To the returning Aldermen, may I offer hearty congratulations on your re-election . I look forwardwith assurance to lbur more years of pleasant associations with the Council and city personnel. 393 With the coming of Peace among Nations, we should be able to carry to completion plans already made and to consider new projects for the betterment of our City. To this end I ask of you the same fine spirit of helpfulness you have always displayed, and pledge to you and to the citizens of Evanston the best .administration of city affairs of which I am capable." Father Robert Holmes asked the assembly to repeat with him the Lord's Prayer, after which he invoked Divine Blessing upon the Mayor and his associates. City Clerk Edward W. Bell then called the Roll. - PRESENT: (16) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway " Barber " Reynolds " Kimbark " Mogg " MacSteven " James " Jourdain rr Rubin " Brandt " Emery !' Corcoran . " Harwood rr Thoma " Hungerford ABSENT: None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Corcoran for the COMMITTEE ON COMMITTEES submitted the following report naming members on the different com- mittees: BUILDING: Jourdain, Emery, Hungerford, Bersbach, Reynolds FINANCE: Kimbark, Hemenway, Harwood, Jourdain, Emery FIRE: Hungerford, Barber, James, Brandt, Bersbach HEALTH: Hemenway, Hungerford, MacSteven, Reynolds, Kimbark JUDICIARY: Corcoran, Thomas Hemenway, Mogg, Barber LIGHTING: Rubin, MacSteven, Thomas Hemenway, Emery LOCAL IMPROVE- MENTS: Reynolds, Brandt, Hungerford, Harwood, James PARKS:. Mogg, Corcoran, MacSteven, Rubin, Brandt POLICE: MacSteven, Rubin, Harwood, Kimbarks Brandt PUBLIC BUILDINGS Brandt, James, Barber, Corcoran, Bersbach PUBLIC UTILITIES Emery, Reynolds, Harwood, Kimbark, Jourdain.. PURCHASING: Harwood, Bersbach, James, Hungerford RELIEF: Barber, Jourdain, Mogg, Thomas Emery STREETS: James, Harwood, Jourdain, Reynolds, Brandt, Thcma, Mogg, Hemenway WATER: Thomas Mogg, Hemenway, Corcoran, Rubin,' ZONING: Bersbach, Kimbark, Corcoran, Emery, Rubin, MacSteven, Hungerford, Barber Alderman Corcoran moved that report of Committee on Committees be approved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran moved that the City Clerk be authorized to have official cards printed setting forth names of City Officials, Department heads and Council Committees. Duly seconded and carried. 394 UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Bersbach of the First Ward made the following remarks: "I welcome this opportunity publicly to say to the Woments Republican Club of Evanston who endorsed me as candidate and to. the voters of the First Ward who elected me, my simple and sincere thank you. More particularly however, to the First Ward Non Partisan Citizens Club, I have a very deep appreciation for their splendid and enthusiastic support of me for the past four years." Alderman Hemenway of the First Ward welcomed back his fellow colleague, Alderman Bersbach. Alderman Barber of the Second Ward stated: "I want to take this opportunity of thanking you all for your cordial welcome to me and also to thank publicly the Woments Republican Club and voters of the Second Ward who elected me to office." Alderman Reynolds of the ,Second Ward stated: "I would like to take this opportunity to express my very sincere appreciation for the opportunity of being elected to this Council and being permitted to work with all of you. I am not unmindful of the fact that I am replacing a man who has given twelve years of service to the CitT and I will do everything possible to follow in his foot steps.' Alderman Kimbark of the Third Ward stated: "A few minutes ago I finished my 14th year as Alderman and I am starting on the 15th and the past four years have been the most satisfactory I have had the privilege of serving. It has been four years of achievement and I certainly hope we can continue in that way. I want to thank the people of my ward for returning me to office. I appreciate their compliment." Alderman Mogg of the Third Ward stated: "I am glad my colleague Alderman Kimbark has been returned to Council and sits at my right hand for another two years. I think our council is going to be a very excellent one and working with you and other city officials we will have a very successful two years for the City of Evanston." Alderman MacSteven of the Fourth Ward stated: "I am still one of the junior members of our Fourth Ward. I am certainly pleased to have Alderman James back in the Council as we need him in the Council." Alderman James of the Fourth Ward stated: "I have taken the Oath of Office of Alderman a good many times. The first occasion was in 1923 and God willing if I serve out this term to which I have been elected I shall have served more .years than any other alderman in the history of Evanston, and am very proud to have served the people in my ward in particular, and the people of the City of Evanston in general. I am mindful of the circumstances of the job of alderman and when one discharges the duties of that job faithfully he has a serious job to do. I trust my conduct shall always merit the confidence and approbation of the people in my ward and the people of the City of Evanston." Alderman Rubin of the Fifth Ward stated: "I hope the next four years will be as harmonious as the past four years of your administration Mr. Mayor. I want to take this opportunity of thanking the eople of the Fifth Ward.for returning me back to the Council.' I jJ r 395 Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward stated: "I wanted to come back to the Council this time as we have started so many things and I want to see them finished. The only reason we were able to accomplish some of these things is because we had harmony, -and the next four years are going to see things done - in Evanston as never before, the New Municipal Buildings police and fire station, the straightening of Davis Street, the acquiring of property for parks, and with all the things we have coming ahead of us will show improvements for Evanstonians which they are entitled to." Alderman Emery of the Sixth Ward stated: "The people of Evanston and in the Sixth Ward are fortunate in having Alderman Brandt representing the City of Evanston first and the Sixth Ward secondly." Alderman Corcoran of the Seventh Ward stated: III am happy to welcome you Mr. Mayor and Alderman Harwood in the Council. We are entering a period which will be the most important in the City of Evanston, and with the cooperation we have- had.in the past we will also have.in the future. I pledge you and my colleague my sincere cooperation. I have one regret that I am.giving up the chairmanship of the Park Committee. The Aldermen thought I should -go on with the chairmanship of the Judiciary Committee. I want to publicly thank you, Mr. Rose, Mr. Byrnes and Mr. Dillon for the very fine cooperation, as through their combined efforts we have a better park system than we had. We have a nucelus to go forward on to make Evanston noteworthy for its fine parks." Alderman Harwood of the :Seventh Ward stated: "I am very pleased to start my second term 'as Alderman for the Seventh Ward. I wish to thank my friends for the floral gatherings. In closing I wish to say,a serious word - four years ago:the shadows of war were creeping over us. We have had changes in our adminis- tration and our Leader.for twelve years has gone to his reward. We have a new Leader and I trust our sons will soon be back with us and in position to carry on their work for the good of the City. Again I thank you and pledge myself to do my best in this job and also wish to thank the many capable and earnest candidates in the .Seventh Ward who relinquished their efforts in my behalf." Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward stated: "I want to thank the people of the Eighth Ward who saw fit to return me as their alderman and I intend to serve them to the best of my ability for the next four years. I wish to express my appreciation and thanks to my associate Alderman Hungerford. It has been a pleasure working with him. I am happy to see you back in your chair Mr. Mayor and serving under you for the next four years with a fine cabinet." Alderman Hungerford of the Eighth Ward stated: "I wish to welcome back all the old aldermen, and especially my colleague, Alderman Thoma. I also wish to welcome the two new aldermen and I am glad to say that we are no longer the freshmen aldermen in the Council.ff UNDER MISCELLANEOUS'BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham submitted the following appointments forconfirmation: Corporation Counsel O.D. Buckles City Attorney Erwin F. Stolle Commissioner of Public Works and Superintendent of the Water Dept. Joseph L. Rose Superintendent of Streets Edwin Smedberg Superintendent of Sewers Stanley Tasker 396 City Comptroller City Collector and Superintendent of Special Assessments Commissioner of Buildings Commissioner of Health Chief of Police Fire Marshal Attorney for Board of Local Impr. City Engineer Lawrence J. Knapp H. Dyer Bent Edwin M. Goodman Dr. Winston H. Tucker Carl Ekman A.N. Hofstetter Howard F. Bishop James F. Moring "In addition to the foregoing appointments of regularly established department heads I desire to announce the appointment of Lieut. William Calderwood to serve as Assistant to the Chief of Police. Lieut. Calderwood will continue his present civil service status and compensation as Lieutenant but will assume command second only to that of the Chief of Police. I have discussed this matter with Chief Ekman who is whole-heartedly in accord with this plan and this appointment." Alderman Corcoran moved the Suspension of the Rules for the purpose of confirming the above appointments. Motion secon- ded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15)s Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran then moved that the above appoint- ments be confirmed. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16)s Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented continuation certificates of surety bonds as follows; O.D. Buckles, Horace Dyer Bent Horace Dyer Bent Edwin M. Goodman Howard F. Bishop. Albert N. Hofstetter Edwin W. Smedberg Lawrence J. Knapp Dr. Winston H. Tucker Stanley Tasker Erwin F. Stolle Corporation Counsel City Collector Superintendent of ;Special Assessments Commissioner of Buildings Attorney for Board of Local Impr. Fire Marshal Superintendent of Streets City Comptroller Commissioner of Health Superintendent of Sewers City Attorney All these certificates have been approved as to form by the Cor- poration Counsel, and accordingly moved their approval. Duly seconded and carried. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:12 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 397 Evanston, Illinois City Hall April 23, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held April 23, 1945, convening at 9:45 P.M. PRESENT: (16) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway " Barber " Reynolds Kimbark " Mogg Mac,Steven it James " Jourdain " Rubin " Brandt " Emery Corcoran '.' Harwood " Thoma - " Hungerford ABSENT: None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held.April 16, 1945s be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Hemenway excused by Mayor Ingraham. City Clerk Edward'W. Bell, presented the following: Notice State of Illinois.advising that our allotment of Motor Fuel Tax for the month of March, 1945 is $48802.58. Alderman Rubin moved same be referred to the Commissioner of Public Works and the .Street Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUIM ING COMMITTEE sub- mitted application received -from Mrs. Susan .Sturgeon, 3122 Hartzell Street, requesting permission to make an addition to the one story frame residence on the rear of the property at 3122 Hartzell Street. The Building Code requires the approval of the City Council for the construction or alteration of a dwelling on the rear•of a lot. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also submitted application received from W.S. Moore requesting permission to erect a two car frame garage on the rear of the vacant property at 2002 Grant Street pending the moving of a house from 2305 Prairie Avenue to the front of the lot. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application becbnied, and so moved. Alderman Rubin moved that this report be held over for one week. Duly seconded and carried. We ~Alderman Jourdain also submitted application received from Mr. and Mrs. Edward C. Dapples requesting permission to build a sapling fence six feet six inches high along their property line adjoining the sidewalk on the west side of Ewing Avenue north of Thayer Street. Committee on Buildings recommends that this appli- cation be denied, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain stated that from time to time there have been voiced complaints as to the solution of a'very serious housing shortage in the north end of the Fifth Ward, and in this connection asked for a meeting of the Committee of the Whole. Motion seconded by Alderman James and carried. WHEN COUNCIL RECONVENED: Alderman Jourdain then addressed the Council as follows: "In order to bring some satisfaction to a large number of people who have been hoping thata serious housing shortage and a dire need for more homes will be taken care of by new con- struction in the north end of the Fifth Ward, it is -necessary that the City take some steps and take definite interest in.these new homes going up... A definite impression was given these people and the Council and we all understood these houses were going up for use of Evanston people. Since it now seems that the people who do not live in Evanston are apparently going to have first choice in these homes and that Evanston residents.are excluded, I am asking that the Corporation Counsel communicate with whatever authorities may be necessary, in order to voice the very strenuous protest of this City Council against the ignoring of Evanston people in the filling of these homes, and in order to let those people know that steps must be taken to protect our Evanston"citizens in the rights they have to get into these homes which are being built and which were intended to solve an acute need." Alderman Brandt stated that the report .of the 'Post War Planning Committee strongly recommended definite.relief in connection with the housing situation. Alderman James also stated: "Many of the aldermen have listened on more than one occasion to very comprehensive reports on the housing situation by the t League of Women Voters representatives, and their information has been supported and documented by pictures -and other evidence. pointing out the necessity for some sort of official action 'to be. taken with respect to certain -aspects of the housing situation in. Evanston. If this situation which Alderman Jourdain pointed out is permitted to obtain then it definitely is up to this.Council and other agencies to rectify this part of the housing situation. If we are merely to build on new areas to accaanmodate outsiders we are not in any way improving our situation. I think,we should clear up the blighted areas which we have in Evanston and permit Evanston people to remain and live here.." %Alderman Kimbark stated: "I think -it is taking advantage of the war situation for some one to.secure material priorities to build these houses. •If they were for the benefit of Evanston people it would be. a help for local conditions. With Alderman Jourdain's permissionI would' suggest that copies of our protest be sent to our Congressmen in Washington." 399 ' Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: City Hall Building $22.69 Contingent Fund 48.38 Fire Department 362.59 Health Department 129.74 Health Department" 8,00 Miscellaneous Fund 10,20 New Municipal Building 58.54 Park Department 414.52 Playground Department 85.43 Police Department 468.31 Prepaid Insurance 981,09 Public WorksDepirtment 62.74 Salaries of City Officers Fund 7.65 Miscellaneous Fund 15.00 Motion seconded by Alderman.Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran,'Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried.' Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid April 28, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts: City Hall Building $23.40 Civil Service Commission 31.50 Small Parks Department 10448.59 Public Playgrounds Department 163.20 Police Department 522.90 Police.Department 30.00 Public Works Department 291.92 Public Works Department 248.49 .Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 70339.21 Water Department 327.55 Water Department 35.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the City Collector advising that Lieut. J.D. Gray, USN of 613A Sheridan Road purchased vehicle license #10461 for his car on April 4, 1945 and Mrs. Gray bought license #11100 for the same car on April 16 for $5. The City Collector recommends that $5 be refunded to Lieut. Gray as license and sticker #11100 have been returned. Alderman Kimbark moved that a refund of $5 be made. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, 400 Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain; MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Bersbach (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted report from the° Commissioner of Public Works and requesting authority { to advertise for bids for one tractor for the Park Department, to be. charged to account No. 514, and for two tractors for the Street Department to be charged to account No. 593. Bids to be in accordance with specifications on file in the office of the Commissioner of Public Works. This has the approval of the Parks and Street Committees, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also submitted request received from Elain Waller, President Theta Sigma Phi, for permission to use Dempster Street beach for a picnic Thursday, April 26 at 5 P.M. This has the approval of the Superintendent of the Bureau of Reerea- tion and the Park Committee, and moved permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE stated that there seems to be some controversy on the question of motion picture censorship, and referred to a letter from the Better Films Committee of the Youth Division of the Council of Social Agencies dated April 210,1945, asking the Mayor to use his influence in making it possible for Evanston to have better films shown in this city, especially regarding the films seen by children and our youth, and making other recommendations, copies of which letter had been given all aldermen. In this connection the following report from the Chief of Police was considered. "Permission for the motion picture censor to screen pictures at Chicago showings has been requested. The Censor will have the right to require a special screening in Evanston of any picture she has not pre -viewed in Chicago or which she feels should be pre -viewed by other members of the Censor Board. The Censor has no objection to trying out this idea and in this connection ` theatres have agreed to increased billings sufficient to cover salary increases of censor since 1942. I recommend that permission be granted." Alderman MacSteven moved that this report of the Chief of Police be accepted. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin and carried. 4e1 Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE stated that at a joint meeting of the Finance Committee and Public Buildings Committee, it was unanimously voted that the Mayor and the Corporation Counsel be instructed to take steps to purchase the land at 1462 Elmwood Avenue for $50500 and land at 1464 Elmwood Avenue for $6,500, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin,,Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing three informal bids received for furnishing 6 M sets of bicycle license forms, and requesting authority to purchase the necessary material from the low bidder, Chandler's at $120,002 to be charged b item No. 598, This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford; Thomas Harwood, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood stated that about two weeks ago the City Council authorized that fire insurance on city buildings and contents be extended to February 1, 1946 at the five year rate. The Commissioner of Public Works now recommends that item No. 7 - Filtration Plant building be increased from $32,000 to-$50,000 and contents to $100000. On item No. 8 - Pumping Station and Boiler Room, building remain at $76,000 but contents be increased to 6110,000. This has been considered by the Purchasing Committee and it is their recommendation that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to increase insurance on buildings and contents as specified, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain,i James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried.• Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE presented bills of the Relief Organization in amount of 4408,55 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, �o02 Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted a report from the Commissioner of Public Works reading as follows: "It has been suggested by our Electrical and Maintenance Divisions that we adopt a metal pedestal for supporting traffic ig snals' instead of concrete. Replacement of these, if approved, would take place when and if it is necessary." This matter has had consideration of the Council in Committee of the Whole and accordingly moved the approval of this report and the Council goon record as adopting the metal pedestal. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James also submitted a report from the Commissioner of Public Works together with a list of streets subject to oiling this summer. Accordingly moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to advertise for bids for approximately 25,000 gallons of oil applied to our streets. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven and carried. Alderman James stated that consideration on matter of oiling alleys will be made next week and report made to the Council next Monday night. Alderman Thoma for the WATER COMMITTEE stated that a report has been received from Alvord, Burdick & Howson which the Water Committee authorized several months ago. He requested members of the Committee to read this report carefully, as there will be a very important meeting on the subject on May 7, UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward submitted report from Charles N. Evans, Attorney, regarding foreclosure suits on general taxes, and asked same be incorporated in the Minutes: "The general tax searches that were prepared by this office shows that 4328 lots or parcels of real estate, situated in the City of Evanston, Illinois, at the time thereof, were either delinquent or forfeited to the State for the non-payment of such taxes. At this time we find the following conditions relative to the payment or settlement of the taxes. 403 189 Improved parcels of real estate have filed voluntary tax foreclosure suits, the total taxes being . . . . $2920188,86 47 Vacant parcels of real estate have filed voluntary tax foreclosure suits', where the taxes was over the sum of $500 for each parcel, the total tax being 98$56.97 142 Parcels of real estate where the taxes were less than •$500 for each parcel, have filed voluntary tax fore- closure suits, the total tax being . . . . . . . . . 21,022.39 263 Parcels of real estate have paid the taxes 45,471.04 ' $4570039.26 ,50 Parcels of real estate are known to be exempt, there may be more parcels. 417 Parcels of real estate are in the pending fore- . closure suits. Totaling $472,660.15, 413 Parcels of real estate having a balance due, average amount being about $32.00 each, have not been checked because it would take 10 days for the work. 2457 Parcels of real estate which are in Warrant Books 780 80, 81 and 82'are classified by this office as sub -divided properties that have not paid the taxes nor have they filed voluntary -suits. These lots appear to be heavy in special assessments. The total amount of taxes due from the original report totals over 900,000.00. Z50 Parcels of real estate - appear to be fair for collection. However, if there be any additional exempt properties or parcels,.omitted or can be found to owe taxes they would come under this classification. 4=2$-Parcels-of real estate. A check on voluntary tax suits filed since our work started computed against -the same number of years and months before such work, shows a ratio of 5 to 1 for the period of time in which we have worked. We know that there will benumerous voluntary suits filed this year. ,Many are being prepared at this time. We are advised by the clerk that receives such suits of the number of attorneys that have asked if they could file such suits. By comparison with other municipal tax work, the Evanston tax situation rates first place. The greater benefit to the tax receiving bodies is the fact, that the non-paying real estate is back on the tax rolls_." /s/ Chas. N. Evans Alderman Corcoran of the Seventh Ward stated that the Seventh Ward and the City of Evanston has lost one of its most distinguished citizens, Mrs. Catherine Waugh McCulloch, a resident of the Seventh Ward for over 55 years. Inasmuch as she held public office and at one time was Justice of the Peace, the only woman who ever held that position, it is only fitting and proper that the city take official recognition of her past. Moved a reference to the Corporation Counsel and the Judiciary Committee to draft suitable resolution. Duly seconded and carried. . 1 41' Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward moved a reference to the Park Committee regarding the taking of definite action and asking the Sanitary District for land for parks . This reference is to the new Park Committee and suggested to them that unless they have a better location that they select property which lies entirely on both sides of the canal banks within the City of Evanston from ,Emerson Street to Green Bay Road, and make a definite request to the Sanitary District for use of this property for park purposes. By making a concrete suggestion to them we might be able to get something. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward addressed the Council as follows: "Every year for a good many years about this time I make a reference to the Police Department, particularly to the Dog Warden to make an extra effort to keep dogs out of the city parks. Everyone knows that the parks are not places for dogs, and there are a good many.women and small children who refrain from using our parks because of there being overrun by dogs. I talked to the Park Superintendent and he told me he was having difficulty in getting men to out the grass because the parks are being overrun by dogs. I respectfully make that reference by way of a motion to the Chief of Police and to the Do Warden. If we do not have enough men to take care of that -situation to make a request for more men and that it be considered by the Council." Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James moved a reference to the Commissioner of Public Works requesting him to communicate with the various author- ities at Skokie calling their attention to the condition of the rail- road tracks on Oakton Street immediately west of the tracks that have been put in a state of repair by the City of Evanston. They are the tracks that lead into the National Brick Co. and the Illinois Brick Co., Many people believe these tracks are in the City of Evanston, while as a matter of fact they are not. We are being blamed for negligence which is not our and it would be well for the authorities of Skokie to have those tracks repaired. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham intro- duced the following names for confirmation at next meeting of the City Council; Fred A. Hertwig, Special Police - 6 months renewal Joseph Hoffman, ff " 6 ff it Peter Kreutzer, 6 rr rr Ole Knutson,' " n 6 rr rr Carl Olson, Ii rf 6 n rr Joseph C. Lee, " rr 6 rr rr William Rake, " " 6 " �r 405 Mayor Ingraham stated there would be .a meeting xof' the Junior' Chamber of Commerce tomorrow night* April 24, at,the Orrington Hotel, at which time Japanese pictures of all kinds .will be shown. All the aldermen are invited to a:ttend.. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10t45 P.M. Edward W. Bell* City Clerk Evanston., Illinois' City Hall, April 30'0 1945 Regiaar,Meeting of the City Council held April 30, 1945, convening,* at 10:45-P-.M. PRESENT: '(14) Alderman Bersbach Hemenway Barber Reynolds 'Kimbark Mogg James Jourdain, Rubin Brandt it Corcoran'. Harwood Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: (2). MaeSteven Emery. Mayor.Ingraham, presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held'4ril 239 1945, be approved without reading. Duly -seconded and carried.. City Clerk Edward W. Bell* presented the tolloviing: City Treasurer's Financial" Statement as of March,31,, 1945, Alderman Kimbark moved.same.be referred to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the Auditor.- Duly seconded and carried. Alderman',Jourdain for -the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted an.UplLcation received from Albert Klinger -requesting per- mission to move a one story two car frame' garage south on -Green Bay Road from the''north. city limits -to the rear .of .the property at the northwest comer of Green Bay Road and -Lincoln Street* C.'' ittee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, provided that the applicant will place a stop which will prevent the garage doors � ;� '• from opening over the sidewalk on Green Bay Road. Committee also recommends that the fee for moving this building be $5.00 plus the $5.00 permit fee for locating it upon the property in question. Also that an over -head roll -away door should be installed when • L available, so as to prevent the door from swinging out over the public sidewalk, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also submitted application received from W.S. Moore, which was held over from last week, re- questing permission to erect a two car frame garage on the rear of the vacant property at 2002 Grant Street pending the moving of a house from 2305 Prairie Avenue to the front of the lot. Committee on Buildings recommiends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. At this time Alderman Jourdain addressed the Council as follows: "Mr. Mayor and Gentlemen of the Council. This City Council is honored tonight by having a distinguished guest in the uniform of the famed United States Marine Corps. He has from birth, been a resident of this North .Shore area and Sunday was married to Miss Jean Cohen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Cohen, old Evanston residents. This young Marine Corporal has spent a long time at Camp Le Jeune giving boot training to other young marines who have since gone into various battle fronts. Evanston boys who have come under his training are now fighting in scattered areas. It is a pleasure to welcome him into this City Council meeting and an honor for us Mr. Mayor and Gentlemen of the Council to receive him. I take pleasure in presenting Marine Corporal Wilson Rankin, -who will I am sure have something to say to -us." Marine Corporal Rankin addressed the.Council as follows: "Mr. Mayor and Gentlemen of the Evanston City Council. It is a real pleasure for me to be here with you tonight. I would like to remind you of the names of some of the Evanston boys who have come out of the Fifth Ward of Evanston into Marine Corps service. Men like Charles Guillebeaux, Jerry Boone Jr. and Lyle Perrin are doing good work with the Marines. Jerry Boone is in active :combat service in one of the south Pacific islands and. Lyle Perrin has the distinction of conning from a Fifth Ward family which has six other sons in fighting units in various parts of the world." Mayor Ingraham extended the welcome of the Council to Corporal Rankin and assured him that the members of the City government were happy to have had him as their guest, Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted three reports from the City Collector as follows, making application for refunds: i Lieut. Robert F. Sonnett, USN of 915 Greenleaf Street, very recently returned from the Pacific area, purchased a car and a license for it on April 18. He has now received transfer orders removing him'from this area. License and sticker #87 have been returned. Finance Committee recommends a refund of $10. Dr. James H. Carter purchased license #7268 and on March 6 Martha C. Swank, operating a license service at 1112 Davis Street purchased #7717 for $5, and she is asking for a refund of $5 and has returned license and sticker #7717. 'Finance Committee reccm- mends a refund of $5. .Amanda B. Gore of 1600 Hinman Avenue purchased 1945 vehicle license #244 on December 21, 1944 and then on'April 17, 1945 purchased license #11148 for the same car. License and sticker #11148 have been returned with re nest for a refund. Finance Committee recommends a refund of 35. Alderman Kimbark moved that refunds as recommended be made. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department $ 4.00 City Clerk's Office 9.98 City Hall Building 104.69 City Treasurer's Office 5,89 Contingent Fund 120.00 Contingent Fund 150.00 Fire Department 86.21 Garbage Department 11.88 Health Department 13.20 Municipal Court 17.70 Park Department 166.62 Playground Department 117.31 Police Department 322.48 Public Works Department 44.39 Salvage -Special Account 102.84 Sidewalk Account 36.00 Street & Bridge Department 10418.48 Pumping Station 148,06 Filtration Plant 10696.91 Water Mains Bureau 307,41 Water Meter Bureau 346.85 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stag in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. L ,, Alderman Corcoran -submitted application received from the Consolidated Veterans' Council; Frank H. Gunsolus, Chairman for permit'to hold a Memorial Day parade on May 270 1945.' The parade will start at Mason Park at 3:00 P.M. and will proceed down Davis Street to Lake Front Park, The Judiciary Committee has considered this request and recommends permit be granted; and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLUTION UPON THE OCCASION OF THE DEATH OF MRS. CATHARINE WAUGH McCULLOCH WHEREAS, MRS. CATHARINE WAUGH McCULLOCH, for many years a resident of the City of Evanston, departed this life on April 200 1945; and WHEREAS, Mrs, Catharine Waugh McCulloch, a nationally known figure and pioneer lawyer, gave liberally of her time and talent to local organizations and community welfare; and WHEREAS, in her passing, the City of Evanston has lost an outstanding citizen in civic and professional circles; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council of the City of Evanston to pay tribute to Mrs. Catharine Waugh McCulloch, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT I;S HEREBY RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of'Evanston does hereby express its regret and sincere sympathy upon the passing of Mrs. Catharine Waugh McCulloch, by the adoption of this resolution and by causing a copy thsreof to be spread upon the permanent records of the City of Evanston; and IT I°S HEREBY FURTHER RESOLVED, that the -Mayor and the City Clerk execute and'forward a copy of this resolution to the bereaved family.of Mrs. Catharine Waugh McCulloch, with an expression of the sincere sympathy of the Mayor, the City Council and, the officers` of the City of Evanston. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. Alderman Corcoran also presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLUTION UPON THE OCCASION OF THE DEATH OF FREDERICK ARND, II. WHEREAS; FREDERIC.K ARND, II; a member of the Evanston Civil Service Commission from 1895 to 1901 and an alderman of the First Ward of the City of Evanston from 1901 to 1907, departed this life on April 18, 1945; and WHEREAS, Frederick'Arnd, II, gave generously of his time and ability to civic affairs, maintained deep interest in Evanston, and contributed much to its welfare; and ' WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council of the City of Evanston to pay tribute to Frederick Arnd, II: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that the City Council of the'City of Evanston expresses its regret and sincere sympathy upon the occasion of the passing of Frederick Arnd, II, by the adoption of this resolution, and by causing a copy thereof to be spread upon the permanent records of the City, and that the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby requested to execute and forward a copy of this resolution to the bereaved family of Frederick Arnd, II, with an expression of the sincere sympathy of the Mayor, i t 409 the City Council and the officers of the City of Evanstong Motion duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE announced that. next Monday.at 7:30 P.M. the Park Committee will hold a meeting to consider the 1945 playground and beach program and all aldermen are invited to attend. Alderman Mogg stated that our Park Superintendent, John Dillon who,'some'time ago received word that his son was missing in action, has I understand, received word that the boy was killed -in action, and I am sure all of us realize the irreparable loss he has sustained in the death of this fine boy who gave his life for his Country. Moved that the Mayor be requested to write Mr. and Mrs. Dillon expressing the sincere sympathy of the members of this Council and the City officials. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Rubin for the POLICE COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the.,.,Chief of Police: "Concerning -Alderman James' reference to dogs in city parks. The Dog Warden has been instructed to check.the parks daily. In the past month ,Special ParX ,Police have issued forty warning .tickets to people for allowing their dogs in city parks."* Moved this letter be received and placed on file. Duly seconded and carried. e Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works ,as follows; 0. "The.North tank "cathodic protection" system for preventing rust needs bringing up to date and remodeling.1 We have an estimate from Electro Rust -Proofing Corporation for a figure" of $1,216.00 less a credit of, $430.00 allowance, for two used rectifiers. Some unfinished work on the South tank is included in above. It is recommended that the Commissioner of -Public Works be authorized to enter into an agreement for $786.00 for above work with Electro Rust -Proofing Corporation, the expenditure -to be charged to account No. 398.11 TIAs has the approval of the Water and Purchasing Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark., Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that a new hoist is necessary at the Incinerator. Several of the old hoists are entirely worn out and beyond repair. Bids were solicited from six different companies. 410 It is 'recommmended that the' Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to enter into•an agreement with the low bidder, Shepard Niles Company for 1 Model WII, 1/2 ton hoist in accordance with their proposal No. C-321 submitted for $380,00, to be charged to item No. 615, This has the approval of the Chairman of the Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and' -so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "Some time ago we purchased a small steam generator for use in cleaning the heavy equipment, including.garbage"trucks. This small jenny has served its purpose but we find it too small and we are now in a position to purchase A larger and more adequate machine at a price oY.,,§'491.25. It is impossible to secure any other bidder with a machine of sufficient size, therefore we recommend the purchase of one steam cleaning machine, Model JMi from The Colvin Company,, 611 Vernon Avenue, Glencoe, Ill, at the bid price of 6491.25, to be charged to item No. '574." This has the approval of the Chairman of the :Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted a report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative to communication received from Commercial Light Company advising that shorts had developed in -our, street •lighting cable on the north side of .Church Street east of Dodge Avenue. A small section of the cable is under the present pavement and was left there when the street was paved thinking we could possibly get by without having to make changes at that time, which would have cost in amount almost identical to the present price quoted of $200,00. This work should be done .immediately and it is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be author- ized to enter into an agreement with the Commercial Light Company to make the necessary repairs at the price quoted, $200,00 to be charged to item No. 582. This has the approval of the Lighting and Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James,'Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and 411 Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills,of the Relief Organization in amount of $521,33 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma. and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the 'STREET COMMITTEE stated that prior to April 1, 1945 the City of Evanston gave notice that it desired to exercise its option renewing dumping contract for period of one year. This operation is now being conducted by a corporation organized for that purpose called ILLINOIS DISPOSAL COMPANY and consent of the city to an assignment of the contract to that compan7 is requested. This is advisable .in order to simplify procedure which.. would otherwise be required by the Probate Court but does not affect operation in any way. Proper requests for this assignment were prepared by the Corporation Counsel and this action has his approval as to form and legal procedure. Accordingly moved the approval and consent to assignment be granted. Motion seconded by Alderman Thome. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Rubin, Brandt,,Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford. (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James also submitted application made -on the part of Albert Klinger, 2628 Ridge Road, for permission to construct a concrete driveway at 1809 Lincoln Street. This is in a commercial district and requires a bond. Accordingly moved permit be granted subject to such restrictions and supervision as may be,, imposed by the Commissioner of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James submitted the following report from the -Commissioner of Public Works: I "On Saturday, April 28, 1945, our salvage collection was held and the following is a record of the tin cans and paper collected: Ward Tin Cans Per Capita Papers and Tin Cans Magazines 1 1500 lbs. 9 248 lb. 10160 lbs. 2. 3350 lbs. 6470 lb. 10110 lbs. 3 5000 lbs. .633 The 12550 lbs. 41, 2520 lbs. .322 The 10110 lbs.' 5 1370 lbs. .133 The 11030 lbs. 6 5330 lbs. .512 lb. 40180 lbs. 7 4140 lbs. .493 lb. 32060 lbs. 8 1480 lbs. .200 lb. 10120 lbs. Totals 24690 lbs. .377 The 137320 lbs. Third Ward is the Tin Can Trophy Winner. , .Alderman ,Bersbach for the ZONING C.OMM`1TTEE, :sub- mitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals rec- ending the.granting of•an appeal filed by William C. Johnston for permission for the Cellini• .Shop to use the building at.1508 Elmwood Avenue, owned by Mr. , Johnston, for ;the making and ,plating, of silver -ware, and jewelry. The Board reccmamends that this application be granted, -provided that the shop is operated without objectionable odors,or noises and further provided that the total number of workroom employee.,s does not' exceed twenty. Committee,on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in -this recommendation and grant the appeal,. subject to the. -conditions set forth by the Board of Appeals, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin and carried. 5 *, -UNDER CALL OF- WARDS: Alderman Jourdain of the Fifth Ward addressed the Council as follows; "It appears important to clarify, beyond any possibility of misinterpretation, the motion regarding housing,passed by this City Council last Monday night. This motion simply expressed it as this council's aim; that the Fifth Ward residents who have too long suffered bad and congested housing conditions, be given first choice in the renting of the housing units that were supposed to relieve those conditions. r The sole purpose and the total content of that motion was this, 'to seek to . take steps. that would make effective that prior claim (which the long-suffering Fifth Warders certainly believed they had) in the occupancy of housing units which were advertised as designed to bring relief to their disgraceful overcrowding. For years I have asked for ­action to ,cure an ,iniquitous housing situation. Last week I asked the council simply to see to it that Evanston citizens (who had long been victims of stubborn refusal to create patterns of decent housing) get at least what benefit could come from these newest additions. That was the singular purport of this -motion. That was its ' ts. total content. It is to be made crystal-clear that this motion holds no comfort, gives no aid, to harborers of un-American, undemocratic notions about limiting the size of any so-called minorities in Evanston's population. This council is no nourishing -ground for those petty.. provincial -attitudes that arise -at the level of uncritical thinking. We have no place for chronic outlooks steeped in cultural bias. We are -not here to waste time helping narrow minds nurture petty prejudices. We're moving ahead, in the direc- tion of democracy, not backward, toward discarded and outworn modes. We -have just had as our guest a Marine Corporal non-com who told us of the part Fifth Ward boys are playing in all sections of the globe. When they return, they'll certainly expect their relatives to have the freedom to live decently that they've been fighting for. They'll be looking for a democracy thatts a living reality, and not just a catch -word ona piece of paper." Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward moved a reference to the Commissioner of Public Works relative to condition of sidewalks in the .Seventh Ward, so that if any of. that work can be .done in the r near future that"that situation be looked into and repairs made if possible. Duly seconded and carried.. 413 ` UNDER MISCELLANEOUS` BU>S-INES-. -Mayor Ingraham made the .following appointments of names previously introduced; . • Fred A. Hertwig, .Special Police -.6 monthsrenewal Joseph Hoffman, tt it 6 It it Peter Kreutzer, " " 6 It it Ole Knutson, rr " 6 tt it _ Carl Olson, rr it 6. tt rr Joseph C . Lee,, " tr 6 rt ti .William Rake, tr rt 6 !t rr Alderman Rubin moved that•these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried.. Mayor Ingraham. introduced •the following names for confirmation at next meeting.of the City Council; Kaj Aagaard, Special Police - 6 months renewal Stanley Anderson, it it 6 rr rr John Corrigan, n r► 6 n: n Alvin E. Nieman, it n 6 n n William.. Zielke, 6 " "- Wi l l iam Henr ich s, !r !r 6 it ri For Council records Chief of Police Ekman has announced.that the probationary period for patrolmen William H. Jones and Victor J. Drogos has been extended another 60 days. i,Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at,11%15 P.M. Edward W. Bell;. City Clerk t Evanston, Illinois • City Hall May 7, 1945 Regular -Meeting of the City Council held May 7, 1945, convening at 10:15 P:M. PRESENT: (16) Alderman Bersbach rr Hemenway " Barber " Reynolds Kimbark r► Mogg MacSteven ►' James Jourdain .- " Rubin Brandt !' Emery '.' Corcoran - - " Harwood " Thoma " Hungerford ABSENT; None _.� -, J. • ' . . .. Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved.that the Minutes of Meeting held Apiri1-.30;.;1945,, be, approved .without. reading.' Duly seconded , F' and carried.,., - •,,, _ _ • : ' Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted application received from Wm. S.'Moore requesting'permission to move the 'one 'and one-half `stony frame residence from •.2305 Prairie Avenue to Lot'2,12004..Grant:•Street.t Frontage .consents,.as required,by , law have been.obtained and are on file in the office_of*the Building Commissioner: - Commiittee .on Buildings,.recommends that this application be granted, and so moved: Duly seconded and carried. C 0.-Alderman-.Jourdain reported that the Committee on t: Buildings discovered that the reccmmlendation made. by it to, the Council at the last meeting, for the granting of a Permit to Wm. :S:.Moore for the location of a garage on'the rear of premises at 2002 Grant Street, was based upon erroneous information as to the location of said lot, and therefore recommended that the -action taken by the' Put o Council with respect to said recommendation be reconsidered'and the ..:. fC.t t.+. iy . a• • i . iin .f„ +may j ♦ .! ., y y permit denied. ,As one of the aldermen who voted in favor of the. issuance of said permit, moved that the action taken by the Council on April 30, 1945 for'the granting of said permit be reconsidered. Duly seconded- and. carried. - - - - - - •- Upon recommendation of the Building Committee Alderman Jourdain moved that the application for permit to inn. S. .t Moore be denied. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain . also submitted appiication- re- ceived from J. Ware requesting permission to build a two" -story brick building on the rear of the property at -the southeast corner of • Emerson Street and Hartrey Avenue to be used for the.storage of private: cars -belonging to the owner on the 'first :floor and for living quarters for said owner on the second f loor. i It is proposed to locate the - building on the lot so that it is seven feet from the west. line of the property, five feet.from the'east line and twelve feet from the alley line. Committee on Buildings recommends -that this application be denied, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of -the following bills,.andthat the proper charges and transfers be authorized: 4-1J Building Department $15.14 City Clerk'.s Office 14.30 City Collector's Office 12.04 City Hall Building 52.40 City Treasurer's Office .19.75 Contingent Fund 28.65 Fire Department 240.77 Fire,Department 68,00 Garbage Department 844.08 Health Department 79.37 Legal Department 8.56 Miscellaneous Fund 41.96 Motor Fuel Tax Fund 1*221.38 Park Department 111.55 Playground Department 277.80 .Police Department 223.37 Public Works Department 43.49 Public Works Department- 4,00 Salaries of City Officers Fund 2.10 Salvage -Special Account 933.06 Street & Bridge Department 60582.34 Pumping Station 20876.31 Filtration Plant 18773.75 Water Mains Bureau 12.50 Water Meter Bureau 6.65 Miscellaneous Fund 10.00 Public Works Department 61.50 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting age Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James,.MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, "Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also submitted and moved the pay- ment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid May 11, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Police Department $30.00 Police Department 563.85 Street & Bridge Repair Dept... 6,777.86 Small Parks Department 1,437.46 Water Department 2.50 Public Works - Maintenance 351,80 Public Works - Sewer 269,39 Civil Service Commission 54.00 Civil Service Commission 60.00 City Hall Building 18.00. Water Department 390,92 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood.. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Ma•cSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting -nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted application from L.E. -Knutson formerly of 908 Oakton Street, requesting refund on license #290 which he purchased for $5 on December 22, 1944, as he has moved to Colorado. The Finance Committee recommends that this request be denied, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. 416 Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 otclock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the COMMITTEE ON,LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS requested a meeting of the committee for next Monday at 8:00 otclock P.M. as there are some questions in connection with the. sewer situation.that should be discussed. Members take note.. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE -submitted the Annual Report of the Bureau of Recreation. It is,a very complete report and Alderman Mogg called attention to the fact that Evanston has'not had a drowning`on its protected beaches for eight 1years* He - also called attention to' the close cooperation between the Bureau of Recreation and other organizations such as the Park Districts, the } , School Districts and the P.T.A. He was glad the Bureau does cooper- a:t'i with the other taxing bodies and that cooperation is -something. which should be extended. Copies of this report are available to all the aldermen. Alderman Mogg also addressed the Council I as -follows: "This evening the Park Committee and the other Aldermen met in Committee of the Whole to consider'the playground and beach program for the summer, and they approved the program"which'is substantially the same as that carried out last year. We propose to operate the same beaches as last summer. The Superintendent feels that in order to maintain the excellent protection at our beaches that it be necessary this year to increase the salaries somewhat and.it was the feeling of the aldermen that above all we should.maintain our high standard of protection at `our beaches. In view of 'the increase in expenses ' it_ will be necessary in order to do that, that a very slight. increase in the cost of tokens be made this year, namely: that the §2.00 fee be increased to 02.25 plus Federal tax and the'$3.00 fee be increased to $3.25 plus Federal tasc.' Accordingly moved that these increases be made.!' r Motion seconded by Alderman Kimbark. After remarks by several of .the Aldermen as follows, Roll Call was taken: Alderman Hungerfo`rd `stated: ` "I am -opposed in principle to an increasein cost of tokens, even,though it is a small amount. As we inch+up little �b9 little and increase this cost 'to the public we are giving them less for a little bit more." Alderman Thoma stated "I feel like Alderman Hungerford. We' should not inch up on this thing, but in thinking the matter over and realizing the help situation as it is.today, where it is hard'to.-get people at small salaries which the city .pays for any kind of a job it has to do, and realizing the small amount these life guards will get, that an increase is due them. The real insurance which the fathers and mothers in the pity will get for their children in the way of protection will be worth it and for that reason I am voting aye.". 417 Alderman Harwood stated: "I opposed the increase in Com- mittee of the Whole and rather reluctantly I am going to vote, aye as.we do not want to. -Jeopardize our beach program." ,Alderman Brandt stated: "I do not think we are right in increasing the amount whether large or small and I do not believe there should be an increase -by municipal authorities at this time." Alderman Jourdain•stated:. "The statement of the Department Head was to the -effect that if they did not raise the price of tokens we would have to delve into their reserve fund, but I do not anticipate, any deficit in the budget, and therefore, vote no." Alderman James stated: "In voting age I am doing so on. the statement of the Head of • the Department that .this was an emergent matter involving a deficit in the Playground Fund. It is essential that every precuation be taken to safe -guard the lives'of people visiting the beaches. I think the Finance Committee and the Park Committee .ought to look to including in next years budget out - of the general. c orporate fund, an item to offset cost of operation of the beaches, rather than charge the cost of such operation to receipts from the sale of tokens." Alderman Reynolds stated: "I would like to state that it appears to me that we might possibly jeopardize the very excellent record Evanston has had for the past eight years, during which time there were,no drownings whatever. We are'running the risk of jeopardizing that fora very small saving in the price of these tokens. I do not believe .in.doing that; and for.that reason I vote aye." Alderman Barber statedt "I believe we should give the citizens ,of Evanston the use of -'the -beaches at the least cost to them, but in view of the fact that we are faced in the opinion of the Superintendent, with a possible de:fioit •of 1500 - it is only feasible from a financial viewpoint to raise the fees, and I vote aye." Alderman Hemenway•stated: "I am voting aye with the thought that a surplus,:if it developed, could be added to the previous surplus and have -toiled facilities built on the beaches where,.,.' they are so badly needed." Alderman Bersbach stated "This increase of 25� I under- stand; goes into -the. fund for maintenance of our beaches, and with that understanding I vote aye." Voting aye Aldermen Thoma,.Harwood,.Coreoran, Emery,. James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (11): Voting nag Aldermen Hungerford, Brandt,•Rubin, Jourdain and MaeSteven (5): Motion carried.. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE -sub- mitted statement covering police car maintenance for period from January 1, 194$.to Mardh 31, 1945. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEES stated the committee met this evening and considered report of the architects on subject of costs on revision of our Country Club to make it a practical municipal building. 'The Committee will -consider - these additional alterations""and.changes further.and report to the Council. 418 Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner.of Public Works advising that the.fence at Boltwood Field 'is badly in need of repair. A bid was received from the Cyclone Fence Division of $651.00-to make the necessary repairs on the entire fence. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to enter.into an agreement with the Cyclone Fence Division, in accordance with their proposal for $651.00, to..be charged to .item No. 508. This has the approval of the Chairman of�the Park.Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion.seconded by Alderman —Mac —Steven. Alderman•Rubin moved that this report be held over for one week. Motion seconded by Alderman Jourdain. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted i bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $580.90 and moved that the Township Supervisor be, authorized to pay these bills. .Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, -Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the ,STREET COMMITTEE reported that some time ago the Council approved .re -solution ,for 'Section 30 C.S. which provides for construction of bituminous concrete resur- facing of. portions of Central Street, Grant '.Street, Howard Street and Maple Avenue. These plans and specifications are now submitted. for approval by. the :City Council subject to subsequent approval by the State Highway Department., The City Council is requested to V authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to advertise for bids for the improvement immediately upon receipt of approval from'the State Highway Department, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: — Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward stated there is a bus line on Asbury Avenue running from Howard Street to Main Street and back between the hours of 5:00 and approximately 6:30, and moved a reference to the Public Utilities Committee to study this situation and take up with the Bus Company to have this bus operate in the morning rush hours between 6:30 and 8:00, as he had received several requests for this service.' Duly seconded and carried. 419 Alderman Thoma reported that within the last couple of days there _has been a break -;-in of the milk store at the Asbury Avenue "L" station, which is'a recurrence. Asked that the Police Department keep a more careful check of that station in the evening hours. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward stated that as the'jBus Company has.extra buses now, and particularly -as on. Sundays they are not all used, moved a reference to.the Public Utilities Committee to see if better service could not be furnished to the people coining from church at 12:30 on Sundays. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran of the .Seventh Ward moved that the Council consent to stay in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward stated that the people living on Greeley Avenue and Bernard Avenue are very much desirous of help, and moved a reference to the Commissioner of Public Works to see if some repairing of.these streets cannot be done. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain of the Fifth Ward stated that complaints have been received that the new parking arrangements on the west side of Benson Avenue between Davis and Church 'Streets have not left enough parking space for use of taxicabs there. At this time when -taxi service is difficult to maintain, asked a reference to the Traffic Engineer to reconsider this new arrangement with the aim of providing more space for the taxicabs. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain stated that in the north end of the Fifth Ward, particularly in the area of Emerson Street and Green Bay•Road, Asbury Avenue and Wesley Avenue, and also in the Emerson Street and Dodge and Darrow Avenue neighborhoods, is in need of more adequate patrolling, and moved a reference to the Chief of Police regarding this. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINE.S.S: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: William Henrichs, Special Police -•6 months renewal William Zielke, it. It 6 It Alvin E. Nieman, if f} , 6 n rr John Corrigan, It rr 6 rr rr Stanley Anderson, it " 6 "ft Ka j Aagaard, . rr rr 6 rr rr 420 Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments -be -confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. _ . , _Mayor Ingraham introduced the; following names -for confirmation at,the next meeting of the City, Council. - John Olson, Special Police - 6 months renewal Reinhold Nehring, it , n 6 rr tt Thomas E. Lambert, tt rr� 6 it n also: Mr. 'John. E. Wing as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals and Zoning Commission to succeed himself for. a, term of five years,,. expiring May 15, 1950.,, y Upon motion duly seconded and carried,_.the Council adjourned at 10:45 P.M. t Edward W. Bell, City Clerk Evanston, Illinois • City Hall May 14, 1945, Regular Meeting"of the City Council held May 140 1945, convening at 10:05 P.M. - PRESENT: (16).'Alderman Bersbach Hemenway " Barber " Reynolds !' Kimbark _ > rr Mogg MacSteven " James tr Jourdain " :Rubin • !I' -•Brandt• it Emery " Corcoran " Harwood Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of -Meeting. held May 7,.1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE stated that on May 10.the City.received a refund check for $14.17 from the Illinois ,Bell Telephone Co. and credited to the Contingent Fund, account No. 335. This was for overpayment on terminal and 1/2 mile extension to Gre. 7300 from Fire Station to,O:C.D. Control Center. Inasmuch as the Office of Civilian Defense paid for this extension, moved that authorization be given and a check -for $14.17 be made 421 payable to the O.C.D. and charged to Contingent Fund #335. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James,,Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the approval of Continuation Certificate on bond for Chief of Police Carl Ekman, in amount of $10000 with -premium of $5. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood.. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin,.Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized; .City Clerk's Office $ 5.10 City Hall Building 308.20 City Treasurer's Office 55.20, Contingent Fund 98822.50 Fire Department 94.95 Garbage Department 64.20 Miscellaneous Fund 4.25 Park Department. 71.63 Playground Department 136.17 Police Department 169.19 ' Public Works Department 60'.49 Public Works Department 7.49 Salaries of City Officers Fund 9.07 . Salvage -Special Account 30.00 Street & Bridge Department 765.76 Pumping :Station 158,26 Filtration Plant _ 423.98 Water Mains Bureau 21.30 Water Department 2.93 Miscellaneous Fund 10.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following supplemental payrolls, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Playground Department $211,70 Public Works Department 24.06 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 422 Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY C014MITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. carried. 4 Duly seconded and Alderman Corcoran presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLUTION UPON THE OCCASION OF THE DEATH OF EDWARD L. KAPPELMAN WHEREAS, EDWARD L.-KAPPELMAN, who'servedias a member of the City Council for twenty years, departed this life on May 11, 1945; and WHEREAS, EDWARD L.,KAPPELMAN was a man of high ideals, an outstanding citizen both in private and public life, who gave generously of his -time and ability to - civic affairs ,and maintained deep interest in Evanston; and . WHEREAS, it is the.desir6 of,the City.Counc,il of the City of. Evanston to pay tribute to EDWARD L. KAPPELMAN as one.of its former members; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council , of the City ..of Evanston in. regular meeting assembled, that in behalf of ourselves,, the Mayor and the citizens of this community, we do hereby express profound sympathy upon the occasion of the death of EDWARD L. KAPPELMAN and tender to the bereaved members of his family sincere condolences; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be spread upon the permanent records of this City and that a copy thereof, signed by the Mayor and -attested by the City Clerk be sent to the members of his family. . ' Motion seconded by.Alderman Harwood who endorsed the sentiments expressed therein.. Alderman James also stated he had known Mr. Kappelman a good many years and enjoyed working with him and thought a great deal of him as a personal friend. As a civic minded person he probably had few equals. He was always identified with those things that lent themselves to the betterment of Evanston, and we shall miss him." Motion carried. Alderman Reynolds for the COMMITTEE ON LOCAL IMPROVE- MENTS presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution authorizing the foreclosure of special assessments against vacant real estate situated in the City of Evanston, described as follows: <• The south one -ninth of the southwest quarter of the south- east quarter and the south sixteen ,(16) feet ;of .the .east ninety (90) feet of the north half of the south two -ninths of the southwest quarter of the southeast quarter of Section twenty- four (24), Township 41 North, Range 13 East of the Third Principal Meridian.. This has had consideration of the Committee which unanimously approved Its adoption. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing two requests for per- mission to use city parks and beaches as follows: 4213 J Joyce Allenbach, for the Pembridge Dormitory, on Thursday May 24 from 6 to 8 o'clock at the Dempster Street beach. Elmer E. Nilles, Troop Chairman for St. Matthew's Boy s Scout Troop #26, June 16 from 3 to 9 o'clock at Elliot Park,. The Committee has considered these applications -and recommend they be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and'carried. Alderman Mogg also presented a --report from the Com- missioner of Public'.Works relative to annual request from the Evanston Boy Scouts for use of parks as follows: May 19th 2:00 to 5:00 Cub-O-Lym-Pict Elliot Park June 1, 2, 3. Friday P.M. thru Sunday early morning Council Camporee.Elliot Park June .9 t o . - ' July 26 'Saturday after- noons 2 ball diamonds Chandler Boltwood'Parks These are similar to requests granted in previous -years and the Committee recommends they be granted# and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg stated that last week (May 7) the Council voted very reluctantly to make a slight increase in.charge for beach tokens. During the past week the Playground budget has been gone over very carefully and it is the opinion of the Superin- tendent of the Bureau of Recreation and the Mayor that a saving can be effected in the other items in 'the budget, so that"for this year at least, it will not be necessary to raise the cost of beach tokens. Therefore, moved on behalf of the Park Committee.that action taken last week (May 7) be rescinded, the price to remain the same as last year. Motion seconded by Alderman Corcoran. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Mac.Steven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting.nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mac'Steven for the POLICE COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Chief of Police: Concerning Alderman Thoma's reference to milk store at the Asbury Avenue 'ILI' station, officers are.giving this matter special attention and checking the premises often during the evening hours. Concerning Alderman Jourdain's reference to the need of more • adequate patrolling in the north end of the Fifth Ward, a Patrolman is stationed in said area daily from 12 A.M. to 8 A.M. and 4 P.M. to 12 M. and north squads are instructed to patrol this area as much as possible. 424 s ','.Alderman Brandt for .the-PUBLICFBUILDINGS COMMITTEE made the following report;. '"The • Committee 'had a meeting this• evening and 'the f architects have submitted figures on certain changes and improvements to the New Municipal Building. The entire Council is invited to look over the se -figure-s • in - the .•office of the' Commissioner �of Public.. - Works, . The Committee will have-a-number,of.meetings to which the Aldermen are invited. There will also be meetings outside of Council- nights on this • subject.!' r Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE stated ' r that at the last meeting of the cCity. Council a communication was l'. • t presented.from the -Commissioner of`..Public Works relative to.repairing of fence at Boltwood Field, which report on motion.of.two Aldermen was heldzover. With.permission of Council will withdraw that motion .at this time and submit a new motion. A new proposal has been re- ceived from 'the Cyclone Fence,Company for a -repair and re -galvanizing .job of $10651.00. For comparison between re -galvanizing against painting with a high gradeof aluminum paint, a.figure was obtained from.Thomas Fleming Co. As re -galvanizing is superior and will last twice as long as a re -paint job, it is recommended that we accept the latest proposal of the Cyclone Fence Co. of $1,651,00, same to be charged to item No. 516. This has the approval of the Park'and Purchasing Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Commissioner .of Public Works stating that'the•Water-Committee approved an expenditure of approximately $4,000 to remodel the settling basins at the Filtration Plant. The work of cutting the holes was approved by the City Council on April 160 1945. We are now proceeding with the erection of troughs, and three bids for lumber as part of this job were received. Because of the urgency of this job, the order for the lumber was placed with the low bidder, Edward Hines Lumber 'Co: for .bid price of $524,26. The •City Council is asked • to ,confirm this action., .This has the approval of the Water and Purchasing Committees,,and so moved. .Motion•.seconded by Alderman-Thoma.. Voting aye f'Aldermen-.Bersbach, "Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, .Kimbarkq Mogg,' MacSteven, James, Jourdain, .Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, 425 Thoma and Hungerford (16). Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from'the Commissioner of Public Works as follows: "In order to attain full capacity at higher.heads, it is necessary to purchase a new impeller for this pump:, We obtained from Allis Chalmers Co, a price, with runner and -casing rings, of $836.00 f.o.b. Milwaukee. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase this equipment.from Allis Chalmers Company at price quoted and charge to account No. 379.". This has the approval of the Water and Purchasing Committees, and so 5 ' moved. .Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood,'_Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay,none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $523024 and moved that the Township Supervisor -be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven,.James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery,�Corcoran,-Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE ,submitted communication received -from the Zoning Board of -Appeals recommending the denial of an appeal filed by Peter-D. Giachini for permission to convert the story and a half frame building on the rear of his property at 810 Reba Place into two apartments. :Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in -the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and deny this appeal, and -so moved. Duly seconded and carried. , UNDER CALL OF WARDS:- Alderman,Brandt of the Sixth . Ward spoke of. the work done by the North Evanston 4th of July Celeb- bration, Inc. They riot only have given the City our -concrete tennis courts, but they have contributed to the Bureau of Recreation, helped the American Legion, the Northwestern University, the Red Cross and, various other institutions. In addition to that they have provided for 25 years a very worthy celebration on the 4th of July. They have. again asked for permission to hold a celebration in Dyche Stadium on July 4, and also a parade which they hope will be joined,141 by some of our homecoming boys. Duly seconded and carried. 426 UNDER MISCELLANEOUS'. BUSINESS:, Mayor. Ingraham made ' the followin& appointments,of names previously introduced: Thomas E. Lambert, 'Special Policeir*6 months renewal Reinhold Nehring, it it 6 It - John: O1 s on, ... • t rt n 6 rt n Also: Mr. Johii E. Wirig as a member . of the Zoning Board of*Appeals and Zoning Commission ,to'succeed himself • for.,a term of five years, expiring May 150 1950. Alderman Rubin -moved that these -appointments be confirmed.' •Duly seconded and • carri'ed: . Mayor Ingraham introduced•the.following names..for confirmation, at next meeting: oft the.. City Council _'_,Benjamin;F: Kennedy,��' ..,Special Police -- 6 months , Fred Hauf, �' it6 It. renewal John -Swanson, _ , ; i . �, rr n 6. n rt Evald Carlson, 6 and: Mr. John B. Happ as a member of the Police -Pension Board to . _;L succeed himself 'for.a term of two` years, . expiring May 15, 1947. and Mr. LouisH. Lynk, .r'.a. • �A':Joseph L.� Rose.. - Frank J. Elegreet, ..,r. ., E:M,Goodman, Aas members. of the', -Board of-Examiriing Engineers to 'succeed themselves for a term of four years, said term expiring -May 1, 1949; and Alderman 'John J. .Corcoran to • represent the' City on the Board of -Directors of the,Evanston Community, Recreation -Association. h - arc. r Mayor • Ingraham ,stated that on Friday, May 25, • Governor Green will' meet' with' suburbans iunicipal officials at our New Municipal Building. The*meeting is,;scheduled for 8 P:M..and all neighboring off i"cials4'have •'been,•invited.' •.=,The discussion-, will. -involve .the- new ., traction authority.!%He�.hoped:the Aldermen'=would .be. able to,attend. The meeting cannot••be opened to the public for lack -..of space as some 200 municipal:officials are expected. -Upon motion,duly seconded, and carried, the Council adjourned-at:•10:35, P.M.' s.. , _ >• ti, , .. : Edward .W; ;•Belly City Clerk - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - . • . - •.` T 427 ,..- Evanston ,' Illinois. City Hall May 21, 1945-{.. • Regular Meeting of'the.City Council held May 210 19450 convening at 9:55 P.M. ;. PRESENT; (14) Alderman Hemenway Barber y .. Reynolds Kimbark n Mogg i " James Jourdain " Rubin rr Brandt " Emery . `Corcoran " {" -Harwood Thoma !' Hungerford ABSENT; (2) " Bersbach MacSteven Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held May 14, 19450 be approved without 'reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell,'presented the,f ollowing; Communications from William J.`Touhy,.State!s Attorney and Wilbert F. Crowley,.First Assistant Staters Attorney, -commending Judges Harry H. Porter and James M. Corcoran.of,the Municipal Court of Evanston, for the splendid cooperation given the-State's Attorneys -office, and ,the efficient functioning of The Municipal Court, :Alderman Mogg moved same be received and placed on file. Duly. seconded and carried. , Communication Mr. Hugh W. McCulloch acknowledging resolution sent on the occasion.ofsthe death of his mother,,Mrs. Catharine Waugh McCulloch.. Alderman Kimbark moved same be.received and placed on file. Duly seconded and carried. City Treasurerr.s Financial Statement as of April 30, 1945, Alderman Kimbark moved same be referred -to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the -.Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman.Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE -presented and moved. the payment of the following,bills, and` that the, proper. .charges and transfers be authorized; 428 City -clerk's Office 4 4.95• - City, -Hall Building 6.07 Civil Service Commission 30,00 Contingent'Fund 13.00 _ Fire' Department 651.71' M Health Department 198.31 Miscellaneous Fund 1.75 ,- Motor Fuel Tax Fund 205.17 - •} Municipal Court - 2.51 Park Department 402.76 Playground Department 109.56 Playground Department 423.55 . Police Department s 247.73 Public'Works Department • 105,06 Street & Bridge Department 18112.39 Pumping Station 72.65 Filtration Plant •120603.69 1 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt,•Rubin,'Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Hemenway (14): Voting nay none. •:�: . Motion carried: Alderman Kimbark also. presented and movedthe pay- ment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid May 25, 1945, . ' same to be charged to.the proper accounts$ Civil :Service Commission $45.00 • - ' ` Small --Parks` Department 1,468:88 Public Playgrounds Dept. 249.20 • Police Department' ` ,;, ',• ` - - ' -. - 30.00' - ,Police Department - 567.00 Public- Works • Departinent4 �` • '- 22.50 Public. Works.Department 287.60 l - Public*Work s Department' - '351.96 - Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 6,828:52 j Water Department " z•' 331.32 t Motion 'seconded by -Alderman Harwood: Voting • aye- Aldermen .•Hungerford, } Thoma,,-Harwood; Corcoran;` -Emery,- Brandt; Rubin;' Jourdain,' James,'L Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Hemenway (14)1;•••Voiing nay none: Motion• carried. 4 •'Alderman+Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that- the, Council,"convene 'as -of 9:00 o'clock"P:M.' -'-Dulys'seconded and carried. .. • ' f r - Alderman Corcoran submitted -caanmunicition- from the Commander of The American Legion,*, Evanston Post`N6.'42 making application for perrmit to have the Drum and Bugle Corps play'at Fountain Square on the.everiing of'Poppy-Day, Monday May-28, 1945 between' the hour' of 7 i30 'and 8:'30 P M-. - The Committee- has' considered this request and recommends it be - -,granted, - and so moved: " Duly se'con- . ded and carried. - 429 Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted -report from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authority to solicit bids for'the operation of concession stands or wagons at the Clark Street Beach, Dempster Street Beach, Boltwood Field., Mason Park and Foster Field. This is similar to request made in past years and moved that request to solicit bids be granted. Duly seconded -and carried. Alderman Mogg submitted the following requests for use of the beaches: Stephen Jones of First Methodist Church to'use Dempster Street Beach for a picnic on Sunday, May 27, 1945 from 3:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monica League of Garrett Biblical Institute to use Clark Street Beach for a picnic -on Tuesday, May 29, 1945 from 6:00 to 9:30. Hawaiian group of students*at Northwestern University, to use Clark :Street beach for a picnic on ,Saturday. May 26, 1945 from 4:00 to 9:30 P.M. ^ The Playground Superintendent feels these requests are in order and the Park Committee recommends they be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Rubin for the POLICE COMMITTEE introduced. An Ordinance Amending Section 118 entitled "Schedule 'At Prohibited Parking".of An Ordinance adopted February 2, 1942 entitled "Traffic Regulations of the City of Evanston".by adding thereto the following 4 item: Lake Street - south side - ^ Chicago Avenue to alley.east thereof Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE addressed the Council as follows: "About seven months,ago.the-Mayor was requested,to appoint an Airpark Committee of public citizens with B. Frank Ricker as Chairman, and asked that the minutes show the other members of this committee, their names being - William 0. Campbell, t Norman Freeman, Dr. -Everett L. Edmondson This Committee has -.been doing a lot of study and investigating the airpark situation for Evanston.and the North .Shore., They have devoted a large number of hours to meeting authorities of both the Federal and State and have investigated all angles of an airpark for the North Shore. We are to be congratulated on receiving such a -favorable report as they gave us this evening. Moved a reference to the Mayor specifying.three immediate items which are necessary for action in the near future: 1. That of securing information regarding funds from the Federal Works.Agency for use in engineering,;surveys, inspection and planning. These -funds may be had on application to Mr. R.C. Ashton of Federal Works Agency, 20.N. Wacker Drive, Chicago. 430 2. Entering into,negotiations.with our neighboring communities of Skokie, Morton Grove, Glenview, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka and Glencoe. 3. Consideration of application'to the. Illinois Aviation Commission for an Airport Authority for these North ,Shore towns. According to figures 3000 boys are securing Pilotfs Commission every week, and based on what the City of Evanston has'in the way of young men who are in the aviation forces of our Armed Forces,.it is no high estimate to consider -that within three'or_four years therewill be 300 or 400 boys owning private planes in Evanston and surrounding communities. We are. outling something here that will have.immense possibilities for Evanston as well as the convenience and safety of our citizens,"' - Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHA3ING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing three proposals for furnishing 20,000 checks for the.City Treasurer's office. It is .recommended that the Coimmi•ssioner of Public Works be authorized -to purchase 20,000 checks for the City Treasurerts'office from the low bidder, DeLuxe Check Printers at $148.50,*to be charged to item No. 263. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Hemenway (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted .report from the Com- missioner of Public Works listing bids received for furnishing and applying 25,000 gallons liquid asphalt S.C.2. It is recommended that the Commissioner'of Public Works be authorized to purchase, subject to State approval, the required liquid; asphalt fromthe low bidder.. L.L.-Pelling, at the unit price bid of $0.105 per -gallon applied. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee and the.Chairman of the Street Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg,.Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Hemenway (14); Voting nay none.- Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from,the Commissioner of Public'Works listing two bids received for furnishing two new tractors for the Street Department and one new tractor for the Park Department. The Commissioner of Public Works recommends that all bids be rejected,;that the deposit checks be returned and that he be authorized to -re -advertise for bids to furnish two new { 431. tractors for the Street Department and one new tractor for the Park Department. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee,and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Hemenway (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for. the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted the following bills from*the Relief Organization in amount of $268.77 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized.to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford,• Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Hemenway (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark for the ZONING COMMITTEE submitted report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Evanston Zoning Commission recommending the granting of an appeal. filed by Mrs. C.B. McCullough for permission to convert her house at 1812 Foster Street into a two apartment. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Zoning Commission and grant this appeal. This report is signed by all members of the Committee present, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Evald Carlson, :Special Police - 6 months renewal John Swanson., - it n L 6 rr n Fred Hauf, n rr 6 rr rr Benjamin F . Kennedy rr rr 6 rr also Mr. John B. Happ a•s a member of the Board of Trustees of the Police Pension Fund to succeed himself, the tern of office to expire May 15, 1947. also Mr. Louis H. Lynk, Mr, Joseph L. Rose, Mr. Frank J. Elegreet, Mr. E.M. Goodman, as members of•the Board of Examining Engineers to succeed themselves for a term of,four years, said terms to expire May 1, 1949. also Alderman John J. Corcoran to represent the City of Evanston on the Board of Directors of the Evanston Community Recreation Association. Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. , For Council records Chief Ekman has announced that 4316-2) the probationary appointment -of Charles L. :Schwarz hasbeen extended for another. 60 day period - and Robert Ralph Kutok', having completed. his probation period in a most satisfactory manner, has been sworn , in as a regular. Patrolman. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:15 P.M. Edward W. Bell, Ctty Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall., May 28, 1945 4 Regular Meeting of the City Council held May 28, 1945, convening' at 9:05 P.M. PRESENT; (15) Alderman Bersbach it .,Barber rr Reynolds " u Kimbark " Mogg Mac:Steven " James Jourdain .." Rubin " Brandt ii Emery • A i�. 'Corcoran Harwood Thoma' !' Hungerford ABSENT: (1) " Hemenway j Mayor Ingraham presidiiig.' Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held May 21,.1945, be approved without reading.' Duly seconded and carried. City•Clerk Edward.W.'Bell.. presented the following: Communication State of Illinois approving the acceptance of L.L. Pelling's proposal to furnish 250000 gallons, of liquid. -asphalt., SC-2. Alderman James moved same be referred to the ,Street Committee and the Commissioner of Public Works. Duly seconded" and carried. Notice State of Illinois advising that our allotment of Motor Fuel Tax for the month of April,•1945 is i7,497.52.-.Alderman Rubin .moved same be referred to.the Street Committee and the Commissioner of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried, � Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted report from the City Collector concerning request of Eunice Dugger, 433 1614 Monroe Street for a refund on dog license #1961 purchased on May 18th for which she paid $3.25. The dog was returned to the pet shop after a few days, due to illness. Tag and license have been returned. The Committee feels that under the circumstances a refund in amount of license less 50¢_be allowed,.or $2.75, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery. -Voting aye.Aldermen Bersbach, i Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the Federal Works Agency with information concerning non -interest bearing loans to be -made to cities for Planning for Non -Federal Public Works. Moved same be referred to the Corporation Counsel for his'opinion on this Federal application. Duly'sec coded and carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the pay - went of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized; Building Department City Hall Building Civil Service Commission Contingent Fund Fire Department Health Department Municipal Court. New Municipal Building Park Department Playground Department Police Department Public Works Department Street & Bridge,,Department Miscellaneous Fund 5.37 43.00 46.00 440.05 377.62 126.93 .159.50 57.81 '. 84 96.33 304.53 51.31 185.70 8.97 6 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following Supplemental Payroll, same to be charged to the proper account; o City Hall Building $18.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay 1 none_. Motion carried. IRTAI R Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESO LUT ION` UPON THE OCCASION. 'OF ,THE DEATH �f•. OF , _INILLIAM H..KNAPP -WHEREAS, WILLIAM• H•. ,KNAPP, an Alderman 'of, the..Seventh Ward - of the City of Evanston from 1911 to 1931, departed this life on May 23, 1945; • and WHEREAS, WILLIAM H. KNAPP$ gave generously of his time and ability to civic. affairs; maintained deep interest in Evanston., and contributed much ,to its welfare; and WHEREAS, -it i s the ..desire of the City; Council of. the City. of Evanston to pay tribute to WILLIAM H. KNAPP: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT•AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED,rthat the. City Council of the City of Evanston expresses its regret and sincere -sympathy upon the occasion of :the passing of WILLIAM H.KNAPP by the adoption of this resolution, and by causing a copy thereof to be . spread upon the ;permanent. -records of, the - City, and that the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby requested toexecute :and forward a -, copy. of -this .resolution' to the -ber- eaved family'of'WILLIAM H. KNAPP, with an expression of the sincere sympathy of the Mayor,.,the 'City Council and the Officers of the City of Evanston, 41 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood who stated that Mr..Knapp had served the Seventh Ward for many years faithfully and. conscientiously.. Motion carried. Alderman. Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted report fran the Commissioner of Public Works: relative to ,the fol- lowing requests for, use of parks and beaches: Miss Hope Darr, -Dempster Street Beach, Wednesday, 'May 30 fr.om..12:30 to 3:30, For about. 35 people. ' Young People-1-s Society'of Mission .Covenant:'Church, •for a ("Bonfire -Sing" at Greenwood,,Street Beach, . Sunday, June 10 from 9: 00 t o :.10 : 00 -P.M. ; Brownie.Troop #50 of Oakton-,School, for Friday June 1 from 6:00 to. 8:30 at Elliot . Park. The Couples Club of -First Presbyterian Church for Elliot Park June 1 from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. The Park Committee recommends that these permits be granted, and,so• moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg addressed the Council as follows: "I am sure a number of the aldermen are wondering if anything is being done towards improving Merrick Park, and wish to advise h that the pipe for the water system is now on'and and work will start this week on the drainage and water system. —After -that other preliminary work can be done so that this Fall the park will be ready for. the planting of roses and' I hope..by next year it will be a beautiful spot and a fitting tribute to Alderman Merrick.'► 4 3 5- •;�. Alderman MacSteven for .the POLICE 'COMMITTEE presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING,SECTION 118 ENTITLED ".SCHEDULE '.At PROHIBITED PARKING" OF AN ORDINANCE.ADOPTED FEBRUARY.20 19420,ENTITLED "TRAFFIC REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF .EVAN;STON" by adding thereto the -following item: • Lake,•Btreet -.,south-side -.Chicago Avenue to alley, east 'thereof Motion.seconded by Alderman,Brandt. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Mac'Steven, ,James, Rubin, Brandt,, Emery, _Corcoran, _Harwood, Thoma ,and, Hungerford (14) :, Voting nay-,-.,. .none._ Motion carried. • . �; }'� ,• Alderman Barber for -the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills ;of the Relief -Organization in amount of $9550, 40 and *moved .that the Township Supervisor ;be authorized to pay these bills.- � Motion , seconded by;Alderman Thoma.-• Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber,' Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg,, Mac'Steven., James, :Rubin, Brandt, Emery, -Corcoran, .Harwood., �Thoma and Hungerford (14):.- ,Voting nay. none.;., Motion .carried. ;Alderman-Thoma, f or .the WATER COMMITTEE submitted.' report from the Commissioner of Public Works -requesting authority to -.solicit bids for. pipe and !fittings for work on intake wells, at f the Pumping Station. The Committee, has considered•�this and'.approves of. it,, and. so moved. Duly, seconded .,and carried. • UNDER CALLOF WARDS: „ Alderman -Kimbark ,of ,the Third -Ward •stated,,that he, had been asked .by Bill Reagan, Chairman. of the ',7th-War Loan Campaign.in(Evanston to announce that on Wednesday, May.,30 at 8,:30 P.M., at Cahn Auditorium.,Scott Hall, theref wi•11 .be 'a... ,War' Loan Ra11y, having the. -title oftthe ,7th War --Loan Air -Show.,, :It was too late, to, get publicity in: the local papers, and• her was asked • to ;mention ,it.: ,Admission is through' the purchase of • a !bond: which . • can.,be had,•through..the banks or, the War Finance :Committee. ;.:. vAlderman Jame s of the, Fourth Ward addbe,s sed,_the, _•� Council- as. follows:.--r if"'Some ;of., the residents -:in the 2000 • blocki.on .Cleveland .Street west of Dodge Avenue have complained about the excessive use of that street 'bq heavy trucks coming in from the west., !Al-1 ;of: them' belong to the Marquette Coal & Mining Co. That street is one the ,, t.property 'owners fixed up at their own expense same years ago and yet it is not the kind of pavement that will accommodate those large 6 and 8 ton loads,.,and that is one of the objections that was made as it tears -up -the street. On the other hand there are 27 _children,,that live. in'• that- block and. the parents, are. concerned• 3 J about their•safety when the trucks return empty: The matter was taken up withthe Traffic Engineer and he agrees that proper treatment. of_ the situation,,would be thht the --street be 'closed off at the east line of Hartrey Avenue,'as it is a barren -area there. Accordingly moved that the.Traffib-Engineer and the.Cominissioner of Public Works be instructed to close Cleveland Street off at the. east line .of- Hartrey Avenue. • Duig seconded and carried. % - I Alderman Rubin of the Fifth•Ward'stated-he had received . a complaint . from Mr.•:H.B.-Hansen, . 2018 -Lake Street, that he*had lost a very valuable dog that had been•,bitten'by rats,jarid moved'.a,"reference •,to' -the Health 'Commissioner --t'o" see what - can .be ' done about the rats in'that neighborhood. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman -Brandt of the Sixth -Ward spoke _of the -work of two women'in Evanston -who took upon' -themselves to collect over three carloads 'of .clothing` for the Allied Clothing` Drive., The -Mayor has complimerited1 these women •on •their efforts,) and' -accordingly moved that the Council request the Mayor't'o write arletter of -thanks and praise to Mrs. Orno B.` Roberts and Mrs. 'Harry R. Hargis -for- their wonderful work in collecting •this clothing'. ' Duly '.seconded ,and - carried. Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward stated'that some time .ago he made a reference about the•dog:nuisance on.Seward.Street in the 800, block. He'-, understood -the dog - was' given• to a family `ron- Centra1 Street, but. the sdog-,has -shown up at the. old address recently and -is creating quite a .nuisance. The former reference was -that the dog be taken to the -country. Requested that' the dog' be picked. up'and held until a home can be found "-in-the _country for• it, and moved a reference- to the Dog -Catcher regarding this. ' Duly, seconded -and carried. Alderman 'Thoma referred to 'the%traffic condition' on Asbury Avenue and .that' there is'no• break from Main Stre'et`to Howard Street '-and many motorists are fusing that as• a race :track.`- ,This has• been referred to'•the Police Department to hold the spee-d•down. 'He suggested that the Traffic Engineer place stop signs at Oakton street gn the Asbury Avenue side of the street which will make one •definite break. in the. -speeding of cars. -Also asked the -',Traffic Engineer to survey the condition from Oakton Street to Howard'Street to,see if there' is' any: other possible way ofi cutting• down the! speed. � Duly seconded •and carried. _ • " - '1 • ' ` ` UNDER MISCELLANEOUS' BUSINESS; >Mayor-Ingraliam spoke of the loss. of-' one 'of the employees at -the: city yards; Mr'. 'Luke Wright. He was'born in England in 1879 and came to 'Work 'for the city in 1916, giving 29 gears of faithful service. 437 Mayor. Ingraham introduced the.following name for confirmation at the •next' meeting of the City Council; Frank Klass, ;Special Police = 6 months also.. Ralph Mel in as City Forester to succeed himself. Mayor Ingraham also appointed the following.'Aldermen on the Canvassing Committee to canvass the.vote'of June`4th: Alderman Rubin Alderman Harwood Alderman, Reynolds Upon .motdon duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 9:30 rP`.M.' Edward. W. Bell, ' City Clerk . Evanston,•Illinois City-,Halli June 4, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held June 4, 19450 convening at 900'P..M; r PRESENT: • .(16) , Alderman Bersbach Hemenway " Barber !' Reynolds r► Kimbark _ rr Mogg " MacSteven .. 1 rr James •Jourdain - Rubin " ..,Brandt ' it Emery " Corcoran r... '► Harwood- '_'. Thoma !' Hungerford , ABSENT: None - Mayor Ingraham presiding. ` Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes;of'Meeting ,held.. -May 28, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman,Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted an application received from Mr."Carl M. Snyder requesting permission to convert the structure formerly used -as a library to the north of*the house at 1500 Oak Avenue into liv-ing-quarters forty a single family. Committee on Buildings rec'miends that this application be granted,. and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. `fitJ8 Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTED presented and moved the payment of the following bills,.and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department S-5.00 City Hall Building 103.25 City Treasurer's Office 73,44 Contingent Fund 88,00 Fire Department 251.21 Garbage --Department 1.25 Health Department 43,99. New Municipal Building 40.00 Park Department 9831'30 Playground Department 107.79 Police Department 104.73 Public`Works'Department ' 168.67 Salvage -:Special Account 210,34 Street & Bridge Department 1,959'.9V r Water Department 32.18 Pumping -Station 774,42 Filtration Plant 69.:51 Water Mains Bureau 12.50 Water Meter Bureau 65'.32 Miscellaneous Fund 10.00 Water, Department 40.95 Salvage -Special Account 437.58 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven* Mogg, . Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach .(15): .Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also.presented and moved the payment of the following1temporary payrolls to.be,paid June 8, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Street & Bridge Repair Dept. Public Playgrounds Dept. �Polic.e Department Police Department City Hall Building Public Works- Department Public Works Department Small Parks Department Water Department Civil Service Commission Civil Service Commission Civil Service Commission Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. $6,073.24 266.45 1 30.00 538.65 18.00 313.85 326.70 1,459.84 326.19 22:50 20.00. 60,00 Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE pre- sented and moved the'passage of the following Resolution 9 439 RESOLUTION UPON'THE OCCASION OF THE DEATH OF EDWIN SHERMAN WHEREAS, EDWIN `SHERMAN, a former member of the City Council' of the City of Evanston, as a representative ofrthe First Ward from 1915 to 1917 departed this life on May 29, 1945; and WHEREAS, in his passing the. City of Evanston has lost an outstanding citizen who was much honored for his loyalty, integrity and resourcefulness and who was respected for his sound judgment # and wise counsel; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of this Council to pay tribute to a the life and service of the said EDWIN SHERMAN, NOW, THEREFORE,.BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Evanston that sincere sympathy and regret by hereby ex- pressed at the passing of EDWIN SHERMAN, and that this resolution be spread upon the permanent records of the City; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and the City Clerk be. requested to execute a copy, of this resolution and forward the same to the bereaved family, of EDWIN SHERMAN with an expression of the sympathy of the Mayor, the City Council and the Officers of the City of Evanston, Motion seconded by Alderman Kimbark and carried. Alderman.Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted re- port from the Commissioner of Public Works listing the following requests for use of parks and beaches: June Fellows -Nagler for a. group of \High School , students, Elliot Park, Sunday evening June 10.from 6:00 until 9:30. Lois Hollett, Chairman for Women Off Campus Organization, Clark Street beach, Friday June 8 from 2:00 to 6;00 P.M. North Evanston 4th of July. Assn. to use the Tennis Courts at Ackerman Park the evening of July 3, The Park Committee has considered these applications and recommends , they be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also submitted communication from the Chicago Rapid Transit Company together with copies of the license (lease) permitting the City of Evanston to continue to use a portion of the right of way property of the railroad company on the north side of Foster Street for playground purposes for a period of one year from June 1, 1945 in consideration of the sum of $1.00. Accord- ingly moved that the Mayor be authorized to execute license with the Chicago Rapid Transit Co. extending permission to use property described above for playground purposes for one year. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, i Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood for -the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- 440 mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authority to advertise for bids for furnishing coal for the pumping station, Eiden Field House, city garage, fire stations, Health Department, incinerator and other uses. Present contract expires July 15, 1945. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that one bid was received for beach and park concessions as follows; Clark Street Beach $135.00 ) Boltwood Field 55.00 ) Bidder George Brown Dempster St. beach 25.00 ) Deposit -check of $25.00 It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to enter into 'a contract with George Brown for park and beach con- cessions in accordance with bid submitted, said contract to be approved. by the Corporation Counsel. It is further recommended that the Com- missioner of Public Works be authorized to r-eturn Mr. Brownts'deposit check upon .the execution of the aforesaid contracts and the furnishing of a satisfactory bond. This is the same amount bid last year for these concessions. Request for authorization has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so .moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $368.02:.and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Hemenway. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the :STREET COMMITTEE stated that the Commissioner of Public Works reports that we have secured authority to proceed with the traffic signal contract which was held up in 1942. We are assigned an AA-3 rating on the job, and hope this will enable us to get reasonable prompt delivery. The Commercial Light Company are trying to get promise of an early delivery date. This includes Stop and Go signals at Church Street, University Place and at Custer and Howard Street. 441 UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward addressed the Council as follows: "It seems to me there is' some confusion as to the observance of Decoration Day or Memorial Day. It was started in honoring of the Civil War Veterans and was kept up for many years. It has now come to be considered, and rightly so, a time of decorating graves in memory of•soldiers killed in World War 1, the Civil and Spanish- American Wars. In spite of efforts to make it such, at the present time there is only one State in the Union, Georgia, which officially decorates the graves of World War 1 Veterans, I think.it should . rightly be considered a day for commemorating the memory of all who have falled in battle for their country. I move a reference to the Corporation Counsel and the Judiciary Committee to see if a resolution could not be prepared and offered so that if necessary our Legislature can change our Statutes in order to make Decoration Day a day of observance, possibly the last -Sunday in May. At the present time the Confederate States have a separate -Memorial Day but if it could be arranged by Federal Statutes or Presidential Proclamation so that there would be a universal observance of Memorial Day in honor of•all deceased soldiers of our country. I feel this would remove the confusion now existing.:" •� Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward addressed the Council as follows: "For the greater part of last winter, including the winter we'are now having, I have received a great number.of complaints, in fact an unusually.large number, in regard to the building.'at 1010 Main :Street that includes 70 apartments, and all winter long complaints have been made with reference to the.lack of heat, and these complaints.have been directed to the attention -repeatedly of the Health Department and meetings have been held with the owner and manager and threats of arrest have been made but no headway has been made. Yesterday I had four complaints from residents in that building. I called the Commissioner of Health and asked him why no had been done and he reported.to me that attempts have been made repeatedly to correct the situation but both owner and manager refuse to cooperate, despite the fact that we have an ordinance, Section 1872 which, if enforced will correct that situation, in my opinion. ' (Read a letter from the Commissioner of Health in which he' states that the Health Department is receiving no cooperation from the owners of the building.) This is a serious matter Mr. Mayor and I respectfully refer this communication to the Commissioner of Healtht the City Attorney and the Mavor, requesting them to see whether or not enforcement of the ordinance and arrests can be made at the present time for such violations as already exist and those that may be made in the future." Duly seconded and carried. •, Alderman Barber of the Second Ward stated: "I want to take this opportunity of congratulating the Commissioner of Public Works and Superintendent of Parks for the work.they have been doing this week on Merrick Park. I understand they now have the water pipes in and if they can be left undisturbed for a week or so we will have a nice park." 442 UNDER MISCELLANEOUS'BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham . made the following appointments of. names previously introduced: - Frank -Klass, Special Police - 6 months Ralph Melin as City Forester to succeed himself.. -Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. jDuly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced . the following names for confirmation at :next meeting of the City Council: Carl K. Brown, Special Police - 6-months renewal Dominic ..Frugoli, Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the -Council adjourned at 9: 25. P. M. " s - Edward W. Bell',. City Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall June ll, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council •held -June ll., 1945, convening' at ' 9;15 P.M. PRESENT; (16) Alderman Bersbach �• Hemenway Barber 4 e4 Reynolds - Kimbark . At Mogg " MacSteven is Jame s* rr Jourdain c �+ Rubin t '+ Brandt ci Emery • . `Corcoran Harwood '+ Thoma t rr Hungerford ABSENT: None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the -Minutes of -.Meeting held June 4, 1945, be approved without reading.°•Duly•seconded and carried. • City Clerk Edward• W.• Bell, presented the following: • Communication from Louise Hilly, Superintendent of"the Relief Administration Office thanking the City Council and the Relief Com- mittee for the splendid.cooperation which has been extended -to her during the past year. Alderman Barber moved same be received with thanks and placed on file. In this connection Alderman James- 443 1 addressed the= Council as follows: "It is -not very often, since that agency was established, that I have had to contact"it, but I will -say that the experiences I -have had 'during the.past year have been very pleasant.and far more satisfactory than at any other time.". Duly seconded -and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted.an application received from the Shell Oil Company requesting permission.to build a gasoline filling station on the property at the northeast corner of Central Street and'Central Park Avenue, The Building Code requires that the consent of a majority of the property owners according to frontage on both sides of Central Street be ob- tained, as well as the consent of the owners of a majority of the - area within a radius of one hundred and fifty feet in all directions from the property to be used for filling station purposes. The appli- cant has failed to comply with these requirements. In addition, written objections to the construction of the filling station has been received from seventy persons residing in the neighborhood... In view of .the.facts as presented to the Building Committee by the Building Commissioner it was -decided by the Committee that this application be denied, and so moved. Alderman Brandt speaking to the motion stated: "I want to thank the members of the Building Committee and the Building Commissioner'for their action in protecting the heart of the residential section of the Sixth Ward. I resent outside.interests trying'to come in and put'up filling stations which would'eventually lead to -five stations .in one residential section, and five gas stations in one .block is simply changing the entire complexion of the community and ruining the residential section, and I thank 1 the Committee for their prompt action." Duly seconded and carried. a Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper_., charges and transfers be authorized: Auditing Department Building Department City Clerk's Office City Collector ' s Office City Hall Building City Treasurer's Office Contingent Fund Fire Department Health Department Legal Department Miscellaneous Fund Motor Fuel Tax Fund Municipal Court Park Department Playground Department Police Department Public Works Department �$50.00 4.50 2.56 -. .64 37.31 15.13 36,35 76,00 228,46 4,96 349,70 1,527.08 12.50 211.34 1,092.16 948.02 214.50 �4al Salaries of City Officers Fund $35.46. Salvage -Special Account .63 Sidewalk -Special Account 35.00 Street & Bridge Department 20367.12 Pumping Station 5.-23 - Filtration Plant 1,058.35. Water Mains Bureau 18.00 Water Meter Bureau 79.05 Miscellaneous Fund 10.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, s 4 Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSte.ven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. ' Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment - of the following payroll, same to'be charged to the proper account: Board of Examining Engineers $100.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark,, Mogg, Mac.Steven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. -Motion carried. + Alderman Jourdain-moved that the Council meet as a Committee of the Whole for the purpose of discussing a matter .upon which the Council has already voted. Duly seconded and carried. t . WHEN COUNCIL RECONVENED: Alderman Hemenway for the HEALTH COMMITTEE addressed the Council as.follows: "Several -of the Aldermen have been called recently regarding the. rat situation'in Evanston. It seems to me that this is a question needing mainly the cooperation of each home owner. - The Health Commissioner has publicized several times the use of Red Squill and its,effectiveness in killing rats and not harming dogs. Anyone may call up the Health Department and be given full information on its use. They, will also supply it if the owner will agree to use it. Indiscriminate feeing of birds ,by throwing food on. -the ground rather than in suspended bird feeders.also contributes to rat troubles. .If the Press would be good enough to help us, perhaps we can put over the idea that if each home owner would watch and get Red Squill and use it properly we could quickly eliminate most of our troubles. Each one should keep;garbage pails covered and eliminate refuse piles. Perhaps then he might end up by becoming a "good neighbor." Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the COMMITTEE ON LOCAL IMPROVE- MENTS PRESENTED and moved the adoption of a ResolutiA that the City of Evanston file and prosecute a suit in the -Circuit or Superior Court of Cook County for foreclosure of special assessments and to 445, foreclose and enforce the lien of all unpaid special assessments against the real estate situated in the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois, and described as follows: Lot Two (2) in Block One (1) in'Evanston Highlands a'sub- division of part west of McIntosh Central Wood Addition in fractional Northwest Quarter (NW4) of Section Eleven (11), Township Forty-two (42) North, Range Thirteen (13); East of the Third Principal Meridian (except right of way of North Shore and Milwaukee Railroad) and that O.D. Buckles,,- Corporation Counsel, be authorized to institute said proceedings -for and in behalf of the City of Evanston and to take all steps necessary to enforce the lien of all special assessments against the real estate above described. This has had the consider- ation of the Committee which unanimously approved its passage. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted request received from Rhea Steen for permission to use Greenwood Street for a beach party to be given by the Scripture League Church on Saturday, June 16 from 5;00 to 10.00 P.M. -for approximately 30 people. The Park Committee recommends that this request for permit be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE intro- duced An Ordinance Amending Section 132 entitled "Schedule 101 Through Streets" of An'Ordinance adopted February 2, 19420 by adding thereto the following item: Oakton Street - at Asbury Avenue all four sides. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE_ t submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative to communication received from Yr. Leon L. Hebblethwaite, President of John L. Hebblethwaite, Inc. 1567 Maple Avenue, offering to lease the garage on the rear of the property at 907 Lake Street at a rental of $40 per.month, with the understanding that this agreement may be cancelled at any time by either party upon 30 days written notice. k It is the recommendation of the Public Buildings Committee and the Finance Committee that we enter into this lease and moved that the Commissioner of Public Works and the Corporation Counsel consumate this lease. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bensbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Brandt also reported that the architects on 446 the new Municipal Building have earned additional fees for completed services; and accordingly moved that payment of $1,500 be paid to Eich and Reed, to be charged to item No. 330 of the 1945 budget as appropriated, said payment to be credited against the agreed 10% fee.on ultimate total cost. This has the approval of the Public Buildings Committee. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery.. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds,. Kimbark,, Mogg,. MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay.none. Motion carried. Alderman Brandt reported that the Commissioner of Public_ Works has made. application for priorities on the'new Municipal Building and trust some time in the near future. it will be approved. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub - witted the following.re.port from the Commissioner of Public Works: It has been the practice in the past years to have a diver inspect the intake lines periodically. The intake,lines were last inspected in 1943 and it is advisable to have them done again this year. A proposal has been submitted.by Mr. D.W. ,Falcon to inspect the 42, 36 and 30 inch intake lines and replace two spar buoys which mark points on the intake lines, for the sum of $1, 000. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public `Works be authorized to accept Mr. Falcon's proposal to do this work for the sum of $1,000, to be charged to account No. 378." This has the approval of the Water and Purchasing -Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven., Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE,,submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of '$632.48 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the ;STREET COMMITTEE submitted communication from William E. Abell, Evanston Lodge No. 1316, re- questing permission to block off Greenwood Street and Chicago Avenue at the Elks Club on Sunday, June 17 from 1:30 to 3:30 P.M.'and moved that permit be granted.- This is an annual request on the�part of the 447 Elks Club, occasion being Flag Day exercises. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma for the WATER COMMITTEE advised that the Commissioner of Public Works has invited Mr. Maxwell, represen- tative of Alvord, Burdick & Howson who prepared detailed report on the water works, to appear before the Committee of Aldermen next Monday. After Council adjourns the City Fathers are invited to the Water Works for refreshments. t Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE submitted report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Evanston Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by Hennessey & Burgener for a variation from the set- back requirements of the Zoning Ordinance to permit the erection of a four unit row house on the property at the northeast corner of Oak Avenue and Greenleaf Street. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Board of Appeals and grant this appeal, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery and carried. UNDER SPECIAL COMMITTEES: Alderman Rubiri for the CANVASSING COMMITTEE appointed to canvass the returns of the City Election held in the City of Evanston on Monday., June 4, 1945, has canvassed said returns and begs to report that the returns are found to be as follows: (See tally on on report.) Committee therefore finds that Harry H. Porter received the largest number`"-'- of votes cast and that James M. Corcoran received the next highest number of votes cast, each as certified to by the Judges of Election and that they are duly and legally elected to the following named offices for terms stated, and we recommend that the persons named be declared elected .to their respective offices: Harry H. Porter, Chief Justice of The Municipal Court of Evanston James M. Corcoran, Judge of The Municipal Court of Evanston each for a term ending the first Monday of June, 1951 and when their respective successors are elected and qualified, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:. Mayor Ingraham made the following -appointments of names previously introduced-. Carl K. Brown, Dominic.Frugoli, Special Police - 6 months renewal It It 6 It it Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded andcarried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at next meeting of the City Council: John Nelson, Special Police.- 6 months renewal Joseph M. Miller,_ it It., 6 Axel Sandgren , �� !� . 6` r Mayor Ingraham then entertained a motion to suspend the rules for the purpose of confirming appointments of Life Guards and Token Inspectors. Whereupon Alderman Rubin moved the Suspension of the Rules to confirm appointments of Life Guards and Token In- spectors. Motion seconded by Alderman Kimbark. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Mayor Ingraham then made the following appointments; all for Summer Season of 1945: John McCarthy, Asst. Beach Supervisor Ernest Schott, Life Guard Ralph Gilliland, Life Guard Adolphe J. DuMont Life Guard Howard A. Grant Life Guard Wilson Mizener Life Guard Stantion M. Moss, Life Guard `David Hawkinson Life Guard Richard Mueller Life Guard Gerald W.Las.chinski ,. Life Guard Eugene .Lee Life Guard Ted Bockman, Jr. Life Guard George L. Hall Life Guard Joseph Watson, Life 'Guard . John Snell - Life Guard Tom Russell' Life Guard Bernard Hanke Life Guard James E. Herming Life Guard Chandler McKelvey Life Guard Jack Shaffer Token Inspector Mrs.Ellen J. Ellwood Token Inspector Fred Annulke .,.-Token Inspector Edward Oiestad Token Inspector " Harry J. Neely Token Inspector; Allen Van Cranebrock Token Inspector Christopher R-.. Corbett Token Inspector Joseph M-. Fitzgerald Token Inspector ,Garfield G'. Koenig, Token Inspector Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly • 4 seconded and carried. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:12 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 449 Evanston, Illinois _. City Hall - June 180 1945 _Regular Meeting of the City Council held, June 18,,1945, convening at 9:00 P.M. f PRESENT- (la Alderman Hemenway " Barber _ '► Mogg MacSteven i ^ James !' Jourdain " Rubin " Brandt Emery " Corcoran Harwood ' n _ Thoma . " Hungerford ABSENT: (3) " Bersbach " . Reynolds -. . t4 Kimbark Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of..Meeting held June 11,,, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. _ City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following; Communication State of Illinois approving plans, etc.., on :Section 30-C.S. covering bituminous concrete binder on pavements located on a portion of Grant Street, Maple Avenue, Central Street and the north half of Howard Street, Alderman James moved same be referred to the Commissioner of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried. Communication from Mrs. Alida W. Sherman acknowledging resolution sent .on the death of .Mr. Edwin Sherman., City Treasurer's Financial Statement.as of -May 31, 1945. Alderman Hemenway moved same be referred to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. . ' Alderman Hemenway for the -FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and.that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department t. $45.13 City Hall Building 325.00 Contingent Fund- 22.00 Fire Department 22.85 Garbage Department 1.25 Garbage Department 561,68 Health Department 77,82 New Municipal Building -Special Account 81.30 Park Department 4.83 450 Playground Department Police Department Police Department Public Works Department :Salaries of City Officers Fund Salvage -Special Account Street & Bridge Department Pumping 6tation Filtration Plant Water Mains Bureau Water Meter Bureau Municipal Court 193.99 88.86 50.00 8.22 50.00 34.50 2..312.10. 1,492.95 522.95 28.70 558.55 25.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Barber. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, James,*Mogg, Barber and Hemenway (10); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway also presented and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid June 22, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts: City Hall Building $19.80 Civil .Service Commission 79.50 Civil Service Commission 112.50 Small -Parks Department 12594.09 Police Department 436,10 Police Department 30.00 Public WorksDepartment 316.04 Public WorksDepartment 287.30 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 60876.55 Water Department 331.32 Playgrounds Department 180,25 ,Playgrounds Department 1085.2.61 City Treasurer's Office 13,00 Motion seconded by Alderman Barber. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, Mogg, Barber and Hemenway (10); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway submitted the following commun- ication from the Building Commissioner; "Fowler Motor :Sales, 2510 Greenbay Road, were billed for a filling station permit in error,, since this property is not now used for filling station purposes. I therefore recommend that the attached'•bill for the twenty- five dollar filling station permit fee be -cancelled and the permit voided." I - This meets with the approval of the Finance Committee, and so moved. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, Mogg, Barber and Hemenway (10); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE presen- ted and moveda the adoption of the following Resolution; ,451 RESOLUTION UPON THE OCCASION OF THE DEATH OF ERNEST W.K. BAILEY WHEREAS, ERNEST W.K. BAILEY, a former member of this Council who served as Alderman of the Third Ward from 1919 to 1927 departed this life on June 10, 1945; and WHEREAS, ERNEST W.K. BAILEY was guided by fine attributes of mind and heart and gave liberally of his time to -civic affairs; and WHEREAS, it is the.desire of this Council to pay tribute to his loyal service -- NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Evanston that profound regret be expressed upon the occasion of the death of ERNEST W.K. BAILEY, that a copy of this resolution be -spread upon the minutes and that the Mayor'and City Clerk be authorized to send a copy of the same to the bereaved members of his family with an expression of sympathy from the Mayor, the Council and the Officers of the City of Evanston. . Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg'and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted report from a group of North Shore contributors to the Wake of the News for permit to use Dempster Street beach on July 14 from 6:00 to 10;.30 P.M. Alderman Mogg moved permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also submitted report from the Superin- tendent of the Bureau of Recreation relative to request from Willard (Playground) for permission to blockade a small section of Hurd Avenue in front of Willard School, starting at Park Place, for Friday June 22, beginning at 7:30 P.M. and continuing until 10:00 P.M. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Street'Committee and the Park Committee, and moved request be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Rubin for the POLICE COMMITTEE presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING'SECTION 132 ENTITLED "SCHEDULE 101 THROUGH 'STREETS" OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTED FEBRUARY 2, 1942s ENTITLED "TRAFFIC REGULATIONS OF•THE CITY OF EVANSTON" BY adding thereto the following item: - I c Oakton Street - at Asbury Avenue all four sides. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, Mogg, Barber and Hemenway (11): Voting nay none,. Motion carried. Alderman Brandt for'the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE asked for a Committee of the Whole meeting next Monday, June 25 at 8:00 P.M. to discuss the police and fire station site...This meeting will be under the direction of the Finance Committee and the Public Buildings Committee. 451 0 Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $265.92 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by'Alderman Rubin. Voting aye.Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, 'James, Mogg, Barber and Hemenway (11): Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman -Harwood of the Seventh Ward presented and moved the adoption of the following'Resolution: WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that some one day in each year should be set aside and established as a.legal holiday des- ignated as Memorial Day for the purpose of revering Veterans of all wars in which our Country has been engaged, holding memorial services and decorating the graves of deceased Veterans of all wars and making observance of such day mandatory throughout the nations; and WHEREAS, in fixing a date for such observance.consideration might well be given to the date of May 30th which'is presently observed in many States, V-E Day and the.fact that some states ' and many communities prefer to :observe the Sunday nearest May 30th; , NOW, THEREFORE., BE IT RESOLVED that the Congress of the United States be petitioned to set aside and establish a national legal holiday in the month of May designated as Memorial Day for the,purpose of revering Veterans of all wars in which our Country has been engaged and that a copy of this resolution be sent the President of the United States, the Senators from Illinois and the Congressman of the loth Congressional District. ' Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood also presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: WHEREAS, the date'of May 30th is by 'Statute declared a legal holiday in this .State without designation by name as.Memorial- Day and without a declaration of the purposes of the occasion; and WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that a day be set aside and established as a legal holiday, designated as Memorial Day for the purpose of revering veterans -of all wars in which our Country has been engaged, holding memorial services and decorating the graves of deceased veterans of all wars and making observance of `such day mandatory throughout the State; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Evanston, that the General Assembly of the•State of Illinois be petitioned to forthwith enact proper. and suitable legislation to meet the needs above set forth and that a coP9 of this resolution be forwarded to the representatives of the Sixth Senatorial District and to the•Governor of the State of Illinois. Du1y 'seconded and carried. ` Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward in`discussing the 4th of July Celebration stated that because so many of the boys will be back at that time•it wasdecided to have a parade, and moved a reference to the Street Committee and the Mayor for permit to have a parade on Jul7'4 at 1:30 P.M. Duly seconded and carried. 453 Alderman Brandt moved a reference to the Zoning Committee, the Zoning Enforcing Officer arid'the Corporation Counsel to see if steps cannot be taken to change. that part of ,the Zoning, Ordinance applicable to set -back requirements in Class-"F" Commercial Zones. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward made the following report to the Council: "Pursuant to instructions given by this body to the Mayor and Chairman of the Street Committee to proceed in bringing to the attention of the Representatives' of this District at Springfield matter of an amendment to-the'Motor Fuel -Tax Act providing that an amount not to exceed 20% of the City's share of the tax be spent on secondary streets, was acted on byt he Mayor and myself. We had a conference a couple of weeks ago with the Governor, who ordered legislation drawn up'accommodating this desire on the part of the City of Evanston, Senate Bill #559 was presented by Senator Knox of this District and referred to the Public Vehicles Committee. I appeared before that committee last Wednesday and I am glad to'report to the Council that the committee reported Bill out of Committee and recommended do pass. The situation now rests in the hands of the sponsor, Senator Knox. So far as its treatment in the Senate is concerned it is hoped it will pass and subsequently go to the House where -it will be in the hands of Representative Arrington and this will have the sponsorship of'Representatives Armstrong and VanderVries. I will report progress made later. We are grateful to A.L. :Sargent of the Illinois Municipal . League for his aid and appearance before the Senate Committee speaking on behalf of the Bill." Alderman Barber of the Second Ward reported that during the past week three residents of Asbury Avenue in the 1200 block have been attacked by owls. He believed they were nesting in the trees in Mr.'Peckrs yard. Moved a reference to the Police Depart- ment to take action to eliminate this nuisance. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: ' Axel Sandgren, Special Police - 6 months renewal Joseph M. Miller, n n 6 " " John A. Nelson, !r rr 6 rr rr Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for ~confirmation at the next meeting of the City Council: Robert M. Wall, Beach Supervisor, Sm=er.Season 1945 Bruce Borland, Token Inspector, Summer .Season 1945 Karl A. :Schlecht, Special Police - 6 months Henry A. Hansen, " it 6 rr renewal Dale Stempel, re "' 6 it rr 454 and Mr. Ralph D. Shanesy to succeed himself Mr. -David E. Walker and Miss Theresa Rew as new members, of the Evanston Public Library Board, all for a term.of three years expiring July l; 1948. , and, Mr: Walter T. Stockton and Mrs. E. Royce Armstrong as members of the Art Commission'to succeed themselves for a term of three years expiring,July 1, 19.48. - . Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 9:35 P.M. Edward W.- Bell, City Clerk . Evanston, Illinois City Hall, June 250 1945 Regular Meeting of -the City Council held June 25, 1945," convening at 9:57 P.M. ' PRESENT: (13) Alderman Bersbach Y ' " Hem- enway , n Barber- tl Mogg !' MacSteven James Jourdain " Rubin ' Brandt !' Corcoran - '.' Harwood !' Thoma ' !' Hungerf ord ABSENT: (3)- " Reynolds Kimbark w " Emery Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held June 180 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. .. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Communication 'State of Illinois approving our allotment of Motor Fuel Tax for the month of, May,.1945 as $7,631.73. Alderman Rubin moved same be referred to the Street,Committee and the Commis- sioner of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted an application received from the Mid -City Electrical Service .on behalf of the Firestone Store at Church Street and Benson Avenue requesting"permission to move -the projecting electrical sign at that location to the new store soon to be occupied by the Firestone Company at 816-18 Church Street, at which location the sign would project 455 nine feet and five inches over the sidewalk. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and a temporary permit be issued for the erection of the sign -At the location described, the permit to be valid for the duration of the war and not more than six months thereafter. Duly seconded and carried. t Alderman Jourdain also submitted an application received from Mr. J.V. Atchley, 3148 Harrison Street, requesting per- mission to move the two car frame garage at 3146 Harrison Street so that one-half of the garage is on each of the two lots. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted. Duly seconded and -carried. Alderman Hemenway for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented • w and moved the payment of the following bills,,, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized; City Collector's Office ; r City Hall Building Civil Service Commission Contingent Fund Fire Department Health Department Park Department Playground Department Police Department Public Works Department ` Salaries ,of 'City Officers Salvage -Special Account ,Street and Bridge Department Filtration Plant Water Department Water Meter Bureau 20.32 14.56, 39.00 8.0,0 151,59 69.64 71.32 43,75 217.02 46.71 31.68 75.17 390.83 - 3.00 1.45 . 15.36 Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway,-Barber, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13)a Voting nay none. Motion carried. A Alderman Hemenway also presented and moved the pay- ment of the ,following, temporary payrolls same to be charged to, the proper accounts; Water Department 39.43 Park Department 22.67 Public Works Dept. _ 23,55 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, Mac:Steven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and: Hungerford (13),; Voting nay none. Motion carried. It 456 Alderman Hemenway also presented a cc miunication from the Commissioner of Public Works authorizing the transfer of $81.30 from "New Municipal Building Account" charged to Contingent Fund. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain,•Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway also presented a communication from the Building Commissioner stating that the following signs have been removed and recommending that the bills be cancelled and the permits voided: Macts Smoke Shop, 1722 ,Sherman Ave $9.80 Elm Hand Laundry, 823 Chicago Avenue 9,40 Walter Gottstein, 532 Kedzie Street 9,65 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach; Hemenway, Barber,'Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain,..Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood,,Thoma and Hungerford (13) Voting nay none. Motion carried.-' Alderman Hemenway stated that the City.had accum- ulated a special fund from taxes in the amount of $760699.15 and moved the transfer of this money in payment of the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund be granted. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdaine Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran,,Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13:): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway for the-HEALTH.DEPARTMENT presented the 1.944 Department of Health Annual Report to the:Council and moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to solicit bids for the printing of 500 copies,of the 1944'Annual Health Department Report and that the cost -be charged to item No. 220. Duly seconded and carried.. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clo-ck P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman.Brandt for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE stated that on July 2, 1945 a public meeting.with .the United ;States Corps of Engineers will be held to discuss the merits on the -question of-Lpermiting navigation on the .Sanitary District'Canal. He suggested 45/ that we authorize Mr. Maxwell of Alvord# Burdick and Howson to appear at this meeting on our behalf. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARKS COMMITTEE submitted a reque'st from the Borrowed Time Club of Evanston for permit to hold a picnic in Ellington Park on'Tuesday, July 31 from 1:00 to 6:00 P.M. , and also requested that Hartrey Avenue from Harrison :Street north to alley be closed to traffic during the time of the picnic. This has the approval of the Parks Committee and Chairman of the .Street Caaumittee and Alderman Mogg moved that permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also submitted a request from Mason Park Playground to schedule a street dance on Friday, June 29 from `7;00 until 9:30 p.m. on Davis.Street,--starting at Florence Avenue through to the first alley west. Alder -man Mogg stated that this had the approval of'the Parks Committee and Chairman of the Streets Com- mittee' and moved' that permit' be granted. 'Duly 'seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS'COMMITTEE stated 'that the Municipal Building now occupied by City Hall was in need of repairs and that there was a danger arising from the cupola. He moved that the Commissioner.of Public Works be authorized to get separate estimates on repairing the cupola and on taking it down. Duly seconded and carried.' Alderman Harwood for the PURCHA:SING,COMMITTEE stated that the Cyclone Fence Company with whom we contracted for 're -galvanizing the fence around Boltwood Field have submitted a revised proposal after taking down the fence.which covers additional lineal feet and omits certain gates; this is to be done at the additional cost of $273.06 less a credit of$134.96. The Purchasing Committee has considered this and recommends that the proposal be accepted. Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, Mac.Steven, Jame.s, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also recommended that the United States `Pipe and Foundry Company bid for furnishing cast iron flanged pipe and fittings for use in remodeling-the'section wells at the Pumping .Sta'ti'ori in the' amount of $865.20 be accepted and charged to account No.`378. Motion seconded by Alderman James.' Voting aye 458 Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, MacSteven, James,' Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. .Alderman Harwood also recommended that the City Council accept the proposal of -Walter H. Flood and Company to provide, plant, laboratory and street inspection and testing services for the current resurfacing program at a cost of $0.18 per ton of asphalt paving mixture placed, to be paid for from the motor fuel tax funds provided by the ,State of Illinois for that purpose. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13)•: Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also moved that all bids received in connection with the purchase of tractors be rejected and that the deposit checks be returned to the respective bidders. Motion seconded by Alderman Hemenway. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to advertise for bids for tractors with loaders attached. Motion seconded by Alderman Hemenway. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, MacStev®n, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran,:Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in the amount of $942.22 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt,;Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted Partial Bill No.,.l - M.F.T. resurfacing for engineering costs for March, April, May 1945 for M.F.T. resurfacing, Section 30-C.S. in the amount of $390.8.6 to the City Council for approval of payment from funds furnished for this purpose by the State Highway Department. Alderman James also submitted Partial Bill No. 1 - M.F.T. construction for Engineering Costs for February, March, April and May, 1945 for 459. M.F.T. construction (Davis Street and Sherman Avenue paving) Section 20 C.S. in the amount of $959.85 to the City Council for approval of payment from funds furnished for this purpose by the State Highway Department.. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. w UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward moved that a reference be made to the Building Commissioner re- garding the smoke nuisance from the Carlson Building and the Nelson Laundry. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma moved that a reference be made to the Mayor and Corporation Counsel to have the lot on Linden Avenue between Oakton Street and South Boulevard cleaned up because of the dangerous and unsightly condition of the lot. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Karl A. Schlecht, :Special Police - 6 months Henry A. Hansen, " It - 6 " renewal Dale Stempel, t' " 6 !' " and Bruce Borland Token Inspector and Mr. Ralph D. :Shanesy ) as members of the Board of Directors Mr, David E. Walker ) of the Evanston Public Library, terms Miss Theresa Rew ) of office expiring July 1, 1948. and `Mr. Walter T. Stockton ) as members of the Art Commission Mrs. E. Royce Armstrong ) terms of office expiring July 1, 1948. Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham .introduced the following names for confirmation at.the next meeting of the City Council: Jack Francis Special Police -Life Guard -.Season 1945 James Baker rr rr rr rr �► _ 1945 Harry R. Dunn Special Police - 6 months renewal Alex R. McNaughton rr rr 6 rr It Roy I..Balbirnie " " 6 Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:.27 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 460 Evanston, Illinois City Hall July 2, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held July 2, 1945, convening' at- 9:20 P.M. PRESENT: (16) Alde.rman Bersbach ` rr Hemenway " Barber " Reynolds Kimbark .. _ t .. " Mogg p !' Mac'Steven " James !' Jourdain rr Rubin rr Brandt. Emery Corcoran !' Harwood " Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes•of Meeting held June 25, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Note of appreciation and thanks to the City Council for the Resolution adopted and sent to them following the death of William H. Knapp from Mrs. W.H. Knapp and her daughter. Alderman Rubin moved that same be accepted and placed on file. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman.Kimbark for the FINANCE.COMMITTEE presen-ted and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: City Collectort s Office 26'.03 . City Hall Building 132.10 City Treasurer's -Office' 17.04 Contingent Fund' 1,45 Fire Department 134.87 Health Department 106.99 New Municipal Building 66.94 Park Department 158.51 . Playground Department 52.59 r Police Department ' ' 336.38 Public Works Department .42 ;Salvage -Special Account 82.04 Street and Bridge Department 769.36 Pumping Station ..12488.15 Filtration Plant 193.39 Water Mains Bureau 189.14 Water Meter Bureau 1.51 Alderman Kimbark also moved the .payment of an. additional bill of $8.43 to be charged to -Miscellaneous: Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, 461 Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg,.MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the pay- ment of the f ollowing temporary payrolls, same to be charged to the proper accounts and to be paid July 6, 1945: City Hall Building Civil Service Commission Civil Service Commission Small Parks Department Police Department Police Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Playground Department Playground Department Playground Department Street & Bridge Department Water Department Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. $ 18.00 20.00 63.00 10686.12. 253.05 30,00 285.26 255,69 3,593.80 41,67 . 183,50 70037.85 396.99 Voting aye Aldermen.Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also submitted a report from the City Collector concerning request of G.E. :Straley, 746 Florence Avenue for a refund on dog license No. 2330 purchased on June 12, 1945, for which he paid $2.25. The dog was returned to the Society after a week. The Committee feels that under the circumstances a refund in amount of license less 50� be allowed, or $1.75, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen'Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt,. Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford-(15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also moved that the Corporation Counsel be authorized to draw up the proper papers and resolutions for $150,000 Tax Anticipation Warrants to be dated on July 11, 1945, and to be voted on at the next meeting. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran for.the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COM- MITTEE presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: 46A00 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the CITY OF EVANSTON has certain.liens for unpaid and defaulted special assessments.against the following described vacant real estate situated in'the City of Evanston,. County of Cook and .State of Illinois, to -wit: The South 151 feet of Block 1 of Chase and Pitner's Addition to Evanston, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Evanston, Illinois, that the City of Evanston file and prosecute a suit in the Circuit or Superior Court of Cook County for the foreclosure of special assessments and to foreclose and enforce the lien of all unpaid assessments against the real estate situated in the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois, described as follows: The South 151 feet of Block 1 of Chase and Pitnerts Addition to Evanston BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that O.D. Buckles, Corporation Counsel of the City of Evanston, be authorized to institute such .said proceedings for and in behalf of the City of Evanston and to take all steps necessary to enforce the lien on all special assessments against the real estate above described. Motion duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARKS COMMITTEE submitted a request from Mrs. Harold F. Mann, for the Newcomers Group of Evanston, for permission to hold their annual picnic at Elliot Park on Tuesday, July 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Approximately 50 people are expected to attend. Alderman Mogg moved that permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also submitted a request from Lois Penn, .Secretary of The. Quaintahce.. Club of the First Presbyterian Church for permission to use the facilities on,the lake front at Greenwood Blvd. for a beach party on Tuesday, July 31, between 7:00 and 11:00 P.M. Approximately 40 people are expected to attend. Alderman Mogg moved that permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub - witted bids for furnishing coal to the Pumping .Station and various city buildings and recommended that the contract for coal "A" for the incinerator be awarded to Evanston Fuel and Material Company at a bid price of $9.24 per ton less discount of 25� per ton; that contract for "B".coal for park buildings be awarded to Nilles Coal, Oil and Building Supplies at bid price of $10.36 per ton less 25¢ per ton discount; that contract for "C" coal for fire stations, city garage, Health Department building be awarded to Nilles Coal, Oil and -Building Supplies at bid price of $6.89 per ton less discount of 15¢ per ton; that contract for "C" coal for Eiden Field House be awarded to Marquette 463 Coal and Mining Company at bid price of $6.89 per ton less 15¢ per ton discount; and that contract for "D" coal for the Pumping Station be awarded to Consumers Company at bid price of $6.17 per ton and that the Mayor be authorized to enter into a contract with said bidders at specified prices. It is also recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to return the deposit checks of the successful bidders upon `execution of the contract and the furnishing of surety bond. Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15):' Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also recommended that the City Council accept -the proposal of the low bidder, Arcole-Midwest Corp- oration for Section 30-C.S. which provides for the construction of bituminous concrete resurfacing of portions of Central .Street, Grant Street, Howard Street and Maple Avenue at the price of $46,458.50, The City Council is also authorized to return the deposit checks of the unsuccessful bidders, and the return of the deposit check of the successful bidder after approval,by the State Highway Department of the executed contract and the surety bond. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark; Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also presented bids for 1946 applications for vehicle.licenses, dog licenses and business license applications and moved that the City Council authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to purchase 16,500 sets of vehicle license applications' 3,600 sets of dog licenses and 1,700 sets of business license appli- cations from the low bidder, LaBahnfs at $275,12 and charge to the proper account. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach,•Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt., Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 464 Alderman Harwood also moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase approximately 300 f6et 4" x 11" Lannon Coping Stone to be used for improving Merrick Park from the.low bidder, L.F. Owen Company, at the price bid of $1.60 per lineal 'foot., to be charged to item No. 516. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in the amount of $458.08'and moved that the Township .Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, 11 Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted a communication from the Commissioner of Public Works stating the Salvage collection results of June 30, 1945, and showing the First Ward as the winner of the Tin Can Trophy. Alderman James also presented a request from John W. Weiss of Olson and Weiss, 1910 Central Street, asking for permission toinstall a bicycle rack in front of their entrance. This meets with the approval of our Traffic Engineer, provided the rack does not exceed four feet in length. Alderman James recommended that the permit be granted, the location and size of the bicycle rack to be subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Public Works and the furnishing of a proper surety bond. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James further stated; i "On behalf of the Mayor and myself, who appointed a com- mittee to bring about an amendment to the'Motor Fuel Act, I wish to report to the Council that Senate Bill 559 has passed the House and is now ready for the Governor's signature' When the Bill receives the Governor's signature, which is virtually certain, all Cities and Villages within the State of Illinois can spend up to 15% of their annual share of Motor Fuel Tax funds on secondary streets. This is the thing this Council has sought for such a long time. It is a matter of great advantage to the City of Evanston and every.other municipality. In reporting on Senate Bill 559 I wish to remind the Council that the excellent work on the part of Senator Knox in steering it through the Senate should be recognized as being an efficient job on his part. He was very industrious about it and when the Bill -was taken to Representative Arrington, it was in very capable hands. There was considerable opposition to the Bill t 465 and Representative Arrington guided it very successfully and cleverly through the House. Every time I was introduced to somebody in Springfield,. I heard nothing but high praise and commendation for the work of Representative Arrington. We are to be grateful to both Representative Arrington and .Senator Knox for their great service to this City." Alderman Brandt of the .Sixth Ward then commended Alderman James for his work in connection with Senate Bill 559 and moved that the Council go on record as extending a vote of thanks to the Mayor and Alderman James for their hard work. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE presented a communication from Mr. Ralph Micheline of 2110 Maple Avenue requesting permission to build a stair from the second floor to the ground on 'the north side of his residence -,for the purpose of complying with Building Code regulations in the conversion of the house into a two apartment building. The written consent of the owner of the property to the north has been secured. Alderman Bersbach moved that the permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward in discussing the 4th of.July Celebration called attention to the 3 or 4 hundred citizens of Evanston who have worked so hard to make the celebration the greatest in this territory. He stated that this organization should be commended for the'improvements they have accomplished each year and that recognition should be given to the People of the committee for the time and effort they have devoted toward making the 4th of July Celebration a memorable one. Alderman Hemenway of the First Ward reported that five people were bitten by.dogs one day last week and moved a reference to the Chief of Police to enforce the ordinances. to protect the citizens. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor.Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Harry R. Dunn Special Police - 6 months renewal Alex. R. MCNaughton, it . It 6 if It Roy I. Balbirnie rr rr 6 rr rr Jack Francis -Life Guard " " ..Summer Beason 1945 James Baker, it If rr rr If it 1945 Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor , Ingraham introduced the f oll owing . names for confirmation at the next.meeting of the City Council: Zetto Ae Faulkner, Special Police - 1 year renewal (Traffic Engineer) George T. Cunneen Special Police - 6 months renewal Harold P. Reasoner " " 6 " Mayor Ingraham stated that for Council records, Chief of Police'Ekman has announced that Victor J.. Drogos and William H. Jones have been sworn in.as regular patrolmen, having completed their one. -year -probation period in a most satisfactory mannero tpon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council. adjourned at 9:55 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall July 9, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City.Council held July 9, 1945, convening at 9:45 P.M. PRESENT:. (15) Alderman Bersbach it Hemenway " if Barber '! Reynolds " Kimbark " MOgg !' James 'r Jourdain 'r Rubin " Brandt Emery !' Corcoran, !' Harwood " Thoma !' Hungerford ABSENT: (1) " MacSteven Mayor Ingraham presiding. r Alderman Harwood moved that the Minutes of.Meeting held July 2, 1945, in connection with the report of the Purchasing Committee on bids for furnishing coal, be amended as follows:' Coal for Eiden Field House be awarded to Nilles Coal, Oil and Building Supplies; Coal for Fire 'Stations 2 and 4 be awarded to Marquette Coal and Mining Company. Motion seconded by Alderman James,and_carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented a petition from eight taxpayers of Evanston asking that "No Parking" signs be 467 installed on both sides of Milburn Street between Sheridan Road and the lake and asked that the order then be enforced. Alderman Rubin' moved that a reference be made to the Traffic Engineer. Duly seconded , and carried. AldermanKimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved ,the payment of the following bills.,.and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: City Clerk's Office $ 8.12 City -Hall Building 53.90 Contingent Fund 15.00 Fine Department 1,295.62 Health Department 164,19 Legal Department 8,96 Miscellaneous Fund 25,06 Motor Fuel Tax -Special Account 266.81 Park Department 240,81 Playground Department 314.83 Police Department 356.07 Public Works Department 127,07 Salaries of City Officers . 26.24 Salvage -.Special Account 1.84 `Street & Bridge Department 5,983.69 Pumping Station 594.36 .Filtration Plant 157,53 Water Mains Bureau, 47.04 Water Meter Bureau 18.41 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark moved a suspension of the rules and requested adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLUTION With respect to TAX ANTICIPATION WARRANTS against the 1945 GENERAL CORPORATE FUND, LIBRARY FUND,.PUBLIC PLAYGROUND FUND, STREET AND BRIDGE FUND and GARBAGE FUND, of the City of Evanston, County of Cook, and State of Illinois. WHEREAS, this City Council of the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois, by ordinance adopted February 5, 1945 and approved February 6, 1945, provided for the issuance 'of Tax Anticipation Warrants against the 1945 General Corporate Fund Levy, Library Fund Levy, Public Playground Fund Levy, Street and Bridge Levy and Garbage Fund Levy; and WHEREAS, the following described warrants have heretofore been delivered: Warrants numbered C-1 to C-20 inclusive., of the denomination of $5,000.00 each, in the aggregate principal amount of $100,000.00 against the General Corporate Fund; Warrants L-1 and L-2 of the denomination of $5,000 each, in the aggregate principal amount of $103000 against the Library Fund; Warrants PP-1 and PP-2 of'the denomination of $5,000 each, in the aggregate principal. amount of $10,000 against the Public Play- ground Fund; Warrants SB-1 and SB-2 of the denomination of $5,000 each, in the aggregate principal amount of $10,000 against the Street.and Bridge Fund; Warrants G-1 to G-4 inclusive, of the denom- ination of $5,000 each, in the aggregate , principal amount of $20,000 against the Garbage Fund; all bearing interest at the rate of seven -eighths (7/8) of one per cent (1%) per annum and being dated,February 15, 1945; and WHEREAS,, this City Council finds it presently needs the sum of approximately EIGHTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($800000.00) for the General Corporate Fund; the sum of FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($15,000.00) for the LIBARY FUND: the sum of FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($15,000.00) for the PUBLIC PLAYGROUND FUND; the sum of FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($15,000.00) for the STREET AND BRIDGE FUND anc, the sum of TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($25,000.00) for the GARBAGE FUND, or an aggregate of ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($150,000.00) and that it is for the best interest of this City, that Warrants for that amount be presently delivered and paid for; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois: Section<1: That pursuant to an ordinance adopted February 50 1945 and approved February 6, 1945, authorizing the issuance of Tax Anticipation Warrants against the 1945 levy for the several purposes, there presently be issued and delivered to the -purchasers thereof, as hereinafter described: .Warrants numbered C-21 to C-36 inclusive, of the denomination of $5,000 each, in the aggregate principal amount,of $800000 against the General Corporate Fund; Warrants numbered L-3, L-4,and L-5 of the denomination of $5,000 each, in the aggregate principal amount of $15,000 against -the Library Fund; Warrants numbered PP-3. PP-4 and PP-5 of the denomination of $5,000 each, in the aggregate principal' amount of $15,000 against the Public Playground Fund; Warrants numbered SB-3, TSB-4 and SB-5 of the denomination of $5,000 each, in the aggregate principal amount of $15,000 against the Street and Bridge Fund; Warrants numbered G-5 to G-9 inclusive, of the denomination of $5,,000 each, in the aggregate principal amount of $25,000 against the Garbage Fund; said Warrants to bear interest at .the rate of seven -eighths (7/8) of one per cent (1%) per annum, and being dated July 11, 1945. Section 2: That said Warrants presently to be delivered be executed by the officers directed to execute said Warrants., as set forth in the ordinance authorizing their issuance. After said Warrants, in the aggregate amount of 'One Hundred_Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00) are so executed, same shall be delivered to SCOTT AND WYANDT, inc. and ENYART, VAN CAMP & CO. the purchasers thereof, said sale being not less than the par value of said Warrants, is being ratif ied, approved and confirmed, and delivery of Warrants to such urchasers shall be made upon payment of the purchase price therefor. ME Section 3: It is understood that said Warrants are delivered in accordance with and subject to all of the terms and conditions of said ordinance authorizing their issuance. Section 4: The moneys received by the Treasurer of this City as payment for said Warrants shall be used to pay expenses presently due or about to become due on account of the several funds above described and against which said Warrants are issued. Section 5: That a certified copy hereof be filed with the Treasurer of this City.: Whenever funds are available to pay any of the Warrants directed to be delivered pursuant to this resolution, the Treasurer shall notify such purchaser that funds are available to pay specified numbered Warrants and the same will be paid on presentation. Section 6: That all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith, be and the same are hereby repealed, and this resolution shall be in full force and effect forthwith upon its adoption. ` Alderman Kimbark moved the adoption of the Resolution. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented a request from Mrs. C.R. Peterson for a free building permit to make certain alter- ations to the building at 944 Ashland Avenue. Since the purpose for which the building will be used is charitable in nature.and since the amount of the fee is only $5.00, Alderman Kimbark moved that the request be granted. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds,.Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting c nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 otclock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the people of the State of Illinois, through William J. Touh., State's Attorney of Cook County of Illinois, has filed, or is about to file its complaint for the foreclosure of general real estate taxes against the following described vacant real estate, situated in the 'City of Evanston, County of Cook and `State of Illinois, to -wit: The East 1/3 of the south 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 (except the East 33t and the West 33' thereof) in Section 25, Township 41 North, Range 13, East of the Third Principal Meridian, City of Evanston, Cook County, Illinois, WHEREAS, the people of the State of Illinois claim that its lien for general taxes is a prior and first lien on the real estate above described; and WHEREAS, the City of Evanston has certain liens against said premises for unpaid and defaulted special assessments against 470 said real estate; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Evanston, Illinois,.that the City of Evanston file and prosecute a suit in the Circuit or Superior Court of Cook County for foreclosure of special assessments and to foreclose and enforce the lien of all unpaid special assessments against the real estate situated in the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois, and described as follows: The East 1/3 of'the South 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 (except the East 33' and the West 33' thereof) in ..Section 25, Township 41 North, Range 130 East of the Third Principal Meridian, City 'of Evanston, Cook County, Illinois. ' BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that O.D. Buckles, Corporation Counsel, be authorized to institute said proceedings for and in behalf of the City of Evanston and to take all steps necessary to enforce the lien of all special assessments against the real estate above described. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark,-Mogg, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery,,Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the .PARKS COMMITTEE submitted requests from the following.,four groups for permission to use Boltwood Park Lighted Diamond for Benefit All -Star attractions: Evanston Lions Friday, July 20, 1945 American Legion Wednesday, August 1, 1945 Evanston Sports Assn. week of August 20 to 25i 1945 Knights of Columbus Wednesday, August 29, 1945 All but the Evanston Sports Association who reserve its profits for development of the lighted field, pay a fee of $50.00 for each night. It is recommended that the above permits be.granted, subject to the established City's rules and regulations governing such benefits. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also presented a request from Baker Park Playground and Larimer Playground to hold street dances during this forthcoming week and asked that Oak Avenue between'Crain and Dempster Streets be blocked off on Wednesday, July 11, 1945 from _ :00 to 10:00 p.m. and Forest Avenue between Keeney 'Street and South Blvd. be blocked off on Thursday, July 12, 1945 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Alderman Mogg moved that these requests be granted.' Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also presented a request from the Junior Matrons of the Hemenway Methodist Church for picnic privileges at Boltwood Park for Sunday.; July 15, 1945. Alderman Mogg moved that the permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. 471 Alderman Mogg also presented a request from Mrs. A.W, Anderson on.behalf of the Evening Guild of the Evanston Swedish Mission Covenant Church, for permission to hold.a picnic supper at Elliot Park on July 10, 1945, Alderman Mogg moved that the permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also presented a request from Mrs. W.H. Miles on behalf of the Women's Guild of the First.Congregational Church of Evanston for permission to hold -a picnic for 150 women and children from the .Chicago Commons on July 20, 1945 at the Greenwood Street beach. Alderman Mogg moved that this permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Rubin for the POLICE COMMITTEE submitted a request fxom the Commissioner of Public Works for authority to advertise for the purchase of two motorcycles for the Police Depart- ment: Duly seconded and carried. a Alderman Rubin also pre.sented a ,communication from the Police Department stating that the police officers have been in- structed to make special efforts to enforce the ordinances concerning dogs, in connection with Alderman Hemenway's reference'of last week. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE pre- sented bids for the printing of the Health Department 1944 Annual Report and recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be author- ized to accept the proposal of the low bidder, Mumm Print Shop to print 500 copies of the report for the sum of $180..00 to be .charged. to item No. 220. Motion seconded by Alderman Hemenway. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also moved that the contracts for tractors -be awarded as follows; Contract for two tractors to the Patten Tractor,and Equipment Company in accordance with City specifications for $4,188.00 and charged to item No. 593, while item #587 be earmarked to the extent of $1,388.00 for the Street Department. Contract for one tractor for the Park Department to Great Lakes Supply Company (International) for the sum of $1,148.75 and charged to Item No. 514. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. Voting aye Aldermen.Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. 4740 Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE recommended that the City accept the proposal of S.H. Riess, Inc. to haze and remove the three frame buildings from the premises at the northwest corner of Lake Street -arid. Elmwood Avenue where the City proposes to erect a new Police and Fire Station, in exchange for the salvage, without any charge to the City of Evanston, S.H. Riess, Inc. will sign a contract and post bonds and insurance.if this contract is accepted., Alderman Brandt moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to enter .into an agreement with S.H. Riess, Inc. in accordance with the terms of their proposal. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin and carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Administration in the amount of $748.09 and moved -that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded -by Alderman Mogg. Voting .aye Aldermen Bersbach,.Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, -Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS:, Alderman Barber of the. Second Ward noticed the group of young people in the Council Chamber and wondered if they had some special interest in the Council Meeting. Mayor Ingraham -explained that it was a Political Science Class from North Western University and hoped that the meeting would prove of interest to them.. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward thanked. the Mayor, .Joseph, L. Rose ,.. Commissioner of Public Work.s, Charles T . Byrnes, Bureau of Recreation, Carl Ekman Chief of Police, A.N. Hofstet.ter Fire Marshal, Z.A. Faulkner Traffic.Engineer,,Edwin W._Smedberg Superintendent of Streets, John C..,Dillon of the Park Department, for their aid and cooperation in making the Fourth of July Celebration a great success. Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward asked that a t reference be made to the Traffic Engineer to make a survey of the signs around the parks in the Eighth Ward within the next few weeks. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Harold P. Reasoner, Special Police - 6 months Zetto A. Faulkner, t It It Traffic Engineer one year renewal 473 George T. Cunneen, Special Police - 6 months renewal Alderman -Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed... Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for _confizmati.on at the next meeting of.the City Council: Carl- J. Karsten, Special.Police - 6 months Theresa Munzer, " '' 6 " Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10;10•P.M. Edward W. 'Bell, _• City Clerk _ Evanston, Illinois City Hall, July 16, 1945 Regular Meeting'of the City Council held July 16, 1945,•convening at 9:25 P.M. - PRESENT; (14) Alderman Bersbach if Hemenway it Barber It Reynolds. If Kimbark Mogg James Jourdain " Rubin Emery " Corcoran Harwood " Thoma " Hun ge rf ord ABSENT: (2) " MacSteven !' Brandt Mayor,Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes.of Meeting held July 9, 1945: be approved without reading. Duly seconded.and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMP,4ITTEE sub- mitted.application received from Mr. John H. Schwarten, Jr. requesting permission to build a fence seven feet -high along. the north line of his property at 2539 Marcy Avenue. Committee -on Buildings recommends that.this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also submitted application received from F.D.�Ellis requesting permission to''connect the two, buildings at 631 and 635 Hinman Avenue by means of a two story brick addition approximately'twenty-two feet deep and to alter the building 494 - at 635 by converting it from-atwo apartment into a five family building.,.The combined buildings would then have accommodations fore ten families. The construction proposed has the approval of the Fire Marshal and the Building Commissioner. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and.so moved. Duly seconded and --carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE sub- mitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "On Apri1;20, 1945, Active Service Trucking Company,1801. Central Street was billed 47 50, Invoice No. 17176. Work covered by this invoice snouia nave teen charged to Gus 'Savoy. It is recommended that Invoice RTo. 17176. to Active Service Trucking Company, 1801 Central Street, be cancelled and proper charge of .67.50 made and sent to Gus Savoy." Alderman Kimbark so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman :Emery. Voting aye Alderten.Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Emery, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Hemenway and Bersbach (12): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department City Hall Building Civil Service Commission Contingent Fund Fire Department Health Department Motor Fuel Tax Fund Park Department Playground Department Police Department Public Works Department Salaries of City Officers Fund 'Salvage -Special Account Salvage -Special Account Street & Bridge.Department Pumping Station Filtration Plant Water Mains Bureau Water'Meter Bureau .Miscellaneous Fund $344.50 3044 2.08 35.00 21.69 12.00 2,253.61 392.65 158.41 248.28 28.45 .20 153.47 6.60 3,555.58 1,098.71 14.32 42.61 26.35 20.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Rubin,. Jourdain, James, Mogg,, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway.and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the followingtemporary p y payrolls to be paid July 20, _ 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts; Civil,'Service Commission $ 36.00 Small Parks Department 1,691.51 .175 -Pub lic Playgrounds' Dept. Public Playgrounds Dept. Public Playgrounds Dept. Police Department Police Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Street & Bridge Repair -Dept. Street & Bridge Repair Dept: Street & Bridge Repair Dept. Water Department Water Department 3,500;44 245'50 30.00 232.40 82.83 248.49 86:80 289-52 54-.18 58.50 6,797.43 165.66 331.32 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerf ord, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber and Hemenway (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY C01104ITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 otclock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMAITTEE submitted request from the Boltwood Park Playground for permission to hold a street dance on Florence Avenue between Lee and Main 'Streets on Thursday, July 19th between 7 and 10 p.m. which will necessitate closing the street. This application has the approval of the Park Committee and the Chairman of the Street Committee, and moved permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg submitted the following applications for permission to use the beaches and parks: Calvary Baptist Church to use Elliot Park on Friday, July 20 from 6:30 to 9:30 for 50 people. Evanston United Presbyterian Church to use Elliot Park on. tSaturday,.July 21 from 5:00 to 9:30 for 60 people. The Career Girls. Auxiliary of The Mary Bartleme Club to use Dempster Street Beach Friday, July 20 f-rom 7:00 to 9:00 -,approximately 30 people. These applications have been considered by the Park Committee' and recommend permits be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also submitted communication from Albert:E. Hartoog for permission to use Dempster Street beach on Friday, July 20 from 2:.15 to 6:30 p.m. for 25 young people, with the facilities available for picnic lunches. The Park Committee recommends permit be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. 476 10 Alderman Mogg alpo submitted application from the Womants Auxiliary to the Community Hospital to use eitber•Boltwood Field House or Bpltwood Field for an athletic exhibition, the evening of August 2, 1.94�. The Park Committee has considered this application and recommends permission be granted, subject to usual fee for a benefit show,'.and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Rubin for the POLICE COMMITTEE informed the Aldermen that one of our oldest policemen, Lieut. Anton J. `Schultz died this morning at 1:00 o'clock. He is laid out at Fitzgerald £x Karsten Funeral Parlor. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that the Evanston.Council of Social Agencies have a Chrysler 1942 .Station Wagon which they are going to dispose of. This wagon can be bought by the City of $1,500.00. The City would reel the present 1941 Plymouth 'Station'Wagon now owned and used by the Playground Department for $1,022.60. It is recommended that these offers be accepted and that the difference of approximately $500 be charged to account No. 557. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, the Chairman of the Park Committee and the Finance Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, 1. Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried: Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $620.55 and moved that the Township 'Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, ' b Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): 'Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber referred to communication from Louise Hilly, Superintendent of the Relief Office, stating that her nephew, of whom she was very fond, was killed as a Pilot flying at 13,000 feeto and she has gone West for the funeral. Alderman Barber asked that the Council express their condolences to Miss Hilly on this tragic loss. 47'7 UNDER CALL OF WARDS:- Alderman Corcoran of the Seventh Ward sta ted that the'weeds on the property along Jenks Street in the vicinity of Eastwood Avenue, Broadway Avenue and Asbury Avenue are in need of cutting,•and moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be instructed to have the North Shore Electric Railroad cut these weeds at the earliest possible date. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Carl J-. Karsten, Special Police - 6 months renewal Theresa Munzer, it ff 6 _ff • it Alderman Rubin,moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at next meeting of the City Council: Jackson Tolbert, Special Police - 6 months renewal Charles E. King, It ►f 6 tr fr Mrs. Lucille Riechers, it it 6 rr to Mayor Ingraham addressed the Council as follows: "Since 1943 the Citizens' Advisory Committee on Post War Planning has, among other things, carried out the functions of a City Plan Commission. This Committee, as we all know, has worked hard and diligently and has accomplished much. Among other recom- mendations made by this Advisory Committee was the suggestion that a permanent committee for City Planning be established. The City Code of the City of Evanston provides for a City Plan Commission consisting of the Mayor, the Commissioner of Public Works, the Chairman of the Zoning Commission and twelve other members appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council. Accordingly I desire to submit for confirmation by the Council the following•citizehs as members of the City Plan Commission of the City of Evanston. For a term of one ,year expiring July 15, 1946 Dr. :William G. Alexander Mr. Grant C. Bergsland Mr: Elmer D. Bushnell Mr. Owen L. Coon For a term of two years expiring July 15, 1947 Mr. Francis L. Bacon Mr. George J. Cyrus Dr. Elizabeth W. Hill Mr. Lawrence B. Perkins For a term of three ,years expiring July 15, 1948 Mrs. Horace Dawson . Mr. L.M. Nelson Mr. Henry Russell Platt, Jr. Mr. Harry L. Wells For Council records Chief of Police Ekman has announced that the probationary appointment for Charles L. Schwarz has been 4'7 � extended for another 60 days. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 9:42 P.M. < Edward W. Bell, City Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall July 23, 1945 Regular Meeting of.the City Council held July 23, 1945s convening at 9:15 P.M. PRESENT: C14) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway " Barber " Reynolds " Kimbark " Mogg James " Jourdain " Rubin " Brandt " Corcoran t , Harwood Thoma " Hungerford ABSENT : • ( 2 ) " Ma c`St even " Emery, Mayor. Ingraham presiding. Alderman Kimbark moved that the Minutes of Meeting held July 16, 1945, be approved with the following amendment: Page 3 report of Purchasing Committee on purchase of a Station Wagon, should'be charged to account No. 552 instead of account No. 557. Duly seconded and carried: City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Notice State of Illinois advising .that our allotment of Motor Fuel Tax for the month of June, 1945 is $8,969.32. Alderman James moved same be referred•to'the Commissioner of Public Works and the Street Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE submitted application received from Robert Boston requesting per- mission to build a frame two car garage on the rear.of his property at 1315 Main Street s.o located as to have its eaves not less than six inches from the property line. The written consent of.the ad- joining property owner is attached. This has the approval of the Fire Marshal and the Building Commissioner and Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. 479 Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMPCITTEE submitted the following requests for refunds; Major Walter 1. Viergever, U.,S: Army of 1149 Maple Avenue paid $5,00 for vehicle license #11628. He has been transferred to overseas duty and has returned license and sticker. Recommend a refund of $�2.50, - - W.H. Eastman, 2418 Hartzell.Street obtained a dog and bought license #2509 for $2.25 on July 9. After two days the dog was returned to the Pound to be given away. License and tag have been returned. Recommend a refund of $1,75. Alderman Kimbark moved the approval and payment of these,refunds as listed. Motion.seconded by Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach; Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg,. James, Jourdain,'Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman-Kimbark presented and moved the payment of the following bills and payroll, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: City .Clerk's Office $25,' 51 City Hall Building 5.00 Fire Department 27:97 Garbage Department 149,85 t Health Department 104:30 Municipal Court 10:61 New Municipal Building 48.76 Park Department 55.83 Playground Department 12'21_, Police Department - t 523.82 r 'Public• Works. Department ' 459:78 Salaries of City Officers Fund 1.85 Street & Bridge Department 263:96 Pumping.Station 406:52 Filtration Plant 44:73 Water Mains Bureau 104'76 Water Meter Bureau -36 Playground,Department 11500:00 Payroll City Hall.Building $18.00 Motion seconded by•Alderman,Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, t Hemenway, Barber,�Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, j ' Brandt, Corcoran,+Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00. o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMT-AITTEE submitted request from. Mr. Clyde L. Carter, Superintendent Mount Zion :Sunday School;,for, permission to hold a•picnic at Boltwood Park August 9,., 1945 from 12:00 noon until 7:00 P.M. with an expected attendance of 50. The Park Committee has considered this application and recommends it be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman-Mogg also submitted request from Mrs. T.R. Norr for permission to hold a bonfire get-to-gether for approximately 75 people of the Calvary Baptist, Evangelical Free, Mission Covenant, Free Methodist, Scripture League and .Salvation Army, on Sunday, August 1945, from 9:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Greenwood Street beach. The Park Committee has considered this application and recommends permit be granted, and so moved. Duly -seconded and carried. -Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE addressed the Council as follows: "For the information of the Council the Commissioner of Public Works has received a communication from the War Production Board turning down our request for reconstructing.the New Municipal building (the old Country Club) but at the same time a reference to the dangerous condition.of this present Municipal Building ha.s been.called to our attention that it is costing us money, and certainly the Federal Government does not want municipalities to waste money at this time. Chairman Vinson has expressed himself as being in favor of public pro je•cts in order to furnish work for returning Veterans; the Conference of I1,1ayors held recently has issued their report which shows that public projects should be encour- aged at this time, and I understand the House of Representatives has issued a report which bears out the contention of the Confer- ence of Mayors -to the effect that municipal projects should be started at this' time in order to furnish work for returning service men. However,, tonight we will have to spend money to make repairs to the City Hall; the danger to the present City Hall makes it necessary." Alderman Brandt then submitted the following report from the Com- missioner of Public Works: "The cornice. on the tower at the southeast corner of the City Hall is breaking up. The Building Commissioner, Fire Chief and Commissioner of Public Works examined this tower. We all feel that some immediate repairs are necessary. The Carroll Construction Company has given us a proposal to repair .the two towers for the sum of $1,532.00. It is recommended that the. southeast tower be repairad at a cost of approximately 4800 and that the Mayor and Commissioner of Public Works be authorized toonegotiate a contract with the Carroll Construction Company for repairs to this tower at a price not to exceed 41,000, to be charged to the Contingent Fund." The Public Buildings Committee recommends that this work be done, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works stating that the Police Department is in need of•10 M. arrest notices..'Bids for printing 10 M. arrest notices were solicited from several concerns but only one bid was received, that of Chandler's for $320.00. This bid is the same as the 1944 bid by this concern. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to accept the proposal of Chandler's to print 10 M. arrest notices for the sum of $320,00, to be charged to account No. 118. This has the approval of the'Purchasing.and Police Committees, and so moved. Motion -seconded by AldermanRubin. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing one bid received for furnishing two motorcycles for the Police Department. It is recommended that the Commissioner.of Public Works be authorized to purchase two motorcycles from Illinois Harley-Davidson Sales in accordance with their proposal of $717.36 net delivered, and charge to account No. 122. This has the approval of the Purchasing and Police Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin, Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works as follows: "The Public Service Company of Northern Illinois has recently submitted contracts for hot water heating of city buildings for the period from September 15, 1945 to June 15, 1946, as follows: City Hall Building . . . . . . $728.89 Fire and Police Stations 552.75 These contracts provide the same terms and conditions at the same rate as in previous years. It is recommended that the City Council authorize the'Com- missioner of Public Works to enter into contracts for this heating service." Alderman Harwood so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Brandt. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $764.66 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran; Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. ' Alderman Barber also presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution designating bank depositories for the Township Supervisor, Jarvis A. Shedd as follows: State Bank &'Trust Company Evanston, Illinois Continental Illinois National Bank & Trust Co. of Chicago Chicago, Illinois Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Bersbach of the First Ward addressed the Council as follows: "I have here an article taken from the -Chicago -Tribune of July 21, 1945 in regard to the near drowning of a boy at the Clark Street beach. In -reading the article I was strongly impresses with the fact that the beach guards have heen lax in their duty, but tonight I found it is quite the contrary. The.boy Jimmy Wait was quoted as being 13 years old, whereas he is about 16 years of age. There are a lot'of Evanston people who have read this article and naturally are wondering about the safety of 'their children, and I would like Mr. Mayor that `you put all the weight and influence you have with the Evanston Review to'put'an article in their paper telling the truth and refuting this article in the Tribune." In this connection Alderman Mogg read the following report from PJIr. C.T. Byrnes, Superintendent of -the Bureau of Recreation: "On Friday, July 20th, a rescue was effected at Clark ,Street Beach, at approximately 2:30 o'clock P.M. Following are the circumstances relating to'the rescue: James Wait, aged 15 years, of 1311 Oak Avenue, while swimming at the extreme south end of Clark Street Beach, saw a body floating, face down in the water. He immediately pulled the boy to shore. Life Guard,,David Hawkinson, started artificial respiration, while Guard Adolphe DuMont kept the crowd back. In the meantime, Assistant '.Supervisor John McCarthy, using the beach phone, called the Police Department, who immediately rushed Officers S. Wroblewski, J. Lundregan, Bein, G. Hildebrecht, C. Claypool, 'W.' Egebrecht, 'down to the beach with a tank of oxygen. After a short period -of, artificial respiration and administration of oxygen, the boy was sufficiently revived to be transferred to the Evanston Hospital in the police wagon, He was treated there by Dr. Whitley and Dr. D.M. Queen, who pronounced him out of danger. He was taken home by his mother about 20 minutes later. Some of this report was obtained from the police report. Other details were provided by the Beach Staff. The Police have commended the Guards for their retention of coolness and working under trying conditions. Once again the beach phone - direct line to the Police Department has been of inestimable value, since the oxygen was provided within the shortest possible time after the rescue. Both Life Guards were ,at their post when the accident occured. One was stationed in the boat, patrolling the water area, while the second Life Guard was located on the perch. The young lad who was rescued is Leland Marsh - 6 years of age, 2125 Noyes Street. He had been accompanied to the beach by his Mother. The youth went in swimming on the extreme Jnd of the beach and just beyond a short breakwater. This undoubtedly prevented the Life Guards from observing that he was in trouble. In fact, several persons swimming in the same area were unaware that the boy was in distress until pulled out of the water. 483 Promptness upon the, part 'of all., without a doubt, was responsible for' saving of the youth's life," Alderman Mogg stated that this incident again calls attention to some'of the precautions we have installed on our beaches, such as a direct line to the Police .Station. Since this accident occured signs have been placed south of the breakwater -warning bathers not to use the beach and another'sign calling attention to the fact that there is no Life Guard protection south of the breakwater. Mayor Ingraham stated that he had gone to the beach making inquiries and he congratulated all of those connected with the rescue on their quick thinking. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman -Thbma - of the Eighth Ward stated he had complaints.about the vicious dog in the vicinity of Linden -Avenue and South Blvd. and that he had bitten a number of people during the past year, making it'necessary for people going to the "L" to go down Custer -Avenue. Moved a reference to the Health Commissioner and the ` Chief of, Police to give him a report as to how many instances."there- were that this dog has bitten people during the last year,. so he can make a further report. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: _Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Charles E. King, Special Police - 6 months renewal Jackson Tolbert, " " 6 Mrs. Lucille Riechers, " " 6 also the following citizens as members of the City Plan Commission of .the City of Evanston: For a term of one year expiring July 15, 1946 Dr. William G. Alexander Mr.' Grant C. Bergsland Mr' Elmer D. Bushnell . Mr. Owen L. Coon For a term of two ,years expiring July 15, 1947 t Mr. Francis L. Bacon Mr'. • George J. Cyrus ' Dr: Elizabeth-W. Hill Mr. Lawrence B: Perkins .. _ For a term of three ,years expiring July 15, 194B Mrs. -Horace Dawson Mr. L.M. Nelson Mr. Henry Russell Platt, Jr.. Mr. Harry 'L. Wells Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at the next meeting of -the City Council _Charles Searles :Special. Police 6 inontlis renewal George P. Mullman, " " 6 " r Valentine F. Frankie, . ' . ' " "_ Life. Guard . . Lloyd D. White', , . n ►► ' r► ". N.W. Univ. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 9:45 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk ; Evanston, Illinois City. Hall, ' July 30, 1945' Regular Meeting of the City Council held July 30, 1945, convening at 9:30 P.M. .- PRE°SENT; (15) Alderman,Bersbach " Hemenway " Barber " Reynolds Kimbark -� • . f• Mogg it James " Jourdain 'i Rubin " Brandt ' " -Emery • , " Corcoran " Harwood t, " Thoma it Hungerford - ABSENT: (1) " MacSteven Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held July 23, 1945, be approved.without reading. Duly seconded and carried., City Clerk Edward W.'Bell, presented the following: Petition containing 206,names, practically 100; of the present employees of the City of Evanston, exclusive of the Police and Fire Departments, requesting that consideration be given to �- changing the pension plan from 1• to'12 basis.. Alderman Mogg moved same be referred to the Finance Committee. Motion seconded by Alderman James who stated: '.'It is very apparent that the city employees by the committee here represented tonight, manifest a very sincere interest in.their petitioning of the .Council to give favorable consideration to the request to raise the basis from l to 11 on the pension piano The only thing the Council can do tonight is to concur in the suggestion of referring same to the'Finance Committee -and report later on what their findings are. Those Aldermen with whom I have talked are earnest in their desire to fairly consider this plan and I hope and believe the majority will concur in the suggestion that the petition be given favorable consideration.,_ -� Motion carreed. - At.this time a Committee Meeting of the Whole was called. WHEN COUNCIL RECONVENED; City Clerk Edward W. Bell submitted communication from the State of Illinois approving contract for .Section 30-C.S. Alderman James moved same be referred to the Commissioner of Public Works and the Street Committee. Duly seconded -and carried. City Treasurer's Financial Statement as of June 30, 1945, } .Alderman Kimbark moved same be referred to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized; City Hall Building $191.33 Civil Service Commission 12.25 Contingent Fund 323.50 Fire Department 96.50 Garbage Department 1.25 Health Department 36.12 New Municipal Building Fund 117.15 Park Department 256.35 Playground Department 301.14 Police Department 117.21 Public Works Department 153.41 'Salvage -Special Account 302.31 Street & Bridge Department 674.05 Health Department 20200.00 t Miscellaneous Fund 9.03 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma,'Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the pay- ment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid August 3, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts; Public Works Department 41.60 = Civil :Service Commission 36.00 Civil Service Commission 20,00 Police Department 30.00 Police Department 165,55 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 6,996.77 Park Department 1$27.80 City Hall Building 18.00 Public Playgrounds Dept. 288,35 Public Playgrounds Dept. 3,357.38 Public Works Department 303.80 Public Works Department $248,49 Water Department 354,72 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James,. Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. . Alderman Kimbark submitted the following requests for refunds: R. Wells:Simmonss 1128 Maple Avenue purchased vehicle license #6417 for $5 and his wife, bought license #12079 for $5 for the same car. Sticker #6417 has been returned. Recommend rebate of $5. Lt. Comdr. W.W. Williams, USNR formerly of 494 <Sheridan Rd, purchased vehicle license #8327 for $5.on March 12, On June 11 he was transferred to the West coast. The license has been returned. Recommend a refund of $2.50. t Alderman Kimbark moved the approval and payment of refunds as listed. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none, Motion carried. Alderman Hungerford for the FIRE COMMITTEE stated that the City of. Evanston has been supplying the Village of Skokie in territory bounded by Crawford Avenue,' Elgin Road and Dempster Street with fire, protection for the last two years. The contract runs out on July. 31. The matter has been.taken up with the Fire Committee and.the majority of the committee are in favor of renewing contract, one member not being in favor of it. Accordingly presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLVED, that the agreement contained in the resolution passed by the Evanston City Council on August 2, 1943 relative to fire protection for that part of the Village of 'Skokie bounded by Crawford Avenue on -the west, Elgin Road on the north and Dempster Street on the south, having been extended for a period expiring July 31, 1945, be again renewed for a period expiring July 31, 1946. The compensation to be paid the City of Evanston to be $500 for the extended term, payable quarterly and credited to the Firemen's Pension Fund; provided further that said agreement shall . provide for the Village of 'Skokie paying for medical and other expenses arising out of injuries or accidents occuring while en - route to or from calls in `Skokie, or while engaged in fighting fires in that Village. Motion duly seconded and carried, with Alderman Brandt voting nay. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene .as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted request from Mrs. F.J. Sanborn, Program Chairman of the Woments. Society of the Wheadon Methodist Church for permission to hold a picnic in Lake Front Park south of Clark Street, August 2 from noon ti114:30 or 5:00 o'clock.-. The Park Committee recommends this "request be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "The Playground Department has an old wooden boat which has been declared unsafe for life saving work. An offer of $5.00 has been received from Phil Knepper for the wooden boat. .The City Council is requested to authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to accept Mr. Knepper's offer of $5.00 for this boat, as is." Alderman Mogg moved this offer be accepted. Upon motion of Alderman James, seconded by Alderman Harwood, asked that same he held up for one week. Alderman Mogg submitted report from Superintendent of the Bureau of Recreation stating that in order to acquaint the public with our water front program, it has been suggested by the Beach Supervisor that the city sponsor an AQUACADE for Friday, August 17 at Clark :Street beach. This program -would be held in the afternoon and evening - races and other events being scheduled for the afternoon, and Life Guard demonstrations, diving, water ballet, decorated canoes, etc. scheduled for the night. It is the purpose of the staff to make the purchase of a War Savings Stamp a requisite of admission to the night show." The Park Committee has considered this request and approves it and moved that the Playground Superintendent be authorized to arrange such program. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg also submitted report from Superintendent of Bureau of Recreation advising that the Department is planning its closing playground program, which provides an opportunity for the children to express themselves. This year's program will be called ""Story Book Fantasy." In order to cover the incidental costs involved such as costuming, music, etc., the Department requests the privilege ,of making a small charge of 15¢ (including tax.) The Park Committee has considered this proposal and recommends it be approved, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin and carried. 488 Alderman Mogg read the following letter from Mrs. James Marsh., mother of the boy who had an accident at the Clark Street beach: "We wish to, express our appreciation for the prompt, capable artificial respiration administered with such calm efficiency by Life Guard .Dave Hawkinson, ,at Clark Street beach on Friday, to our son Leland. Also wo appreciate the speed with :which the other Life Guard summoned the Pulmotor squad. We will.be back to the beach in a few days with a real determination to learn to swim." Alderman Mogg informed the Council that the Northwestern University has loaned the city its grandstand seats formerly used in Patten Gymnasium, for an indefinite period. The, City is very grateful for this action, on the part of the University through the efforts of the Mayor. Alderman James stated that -the Commissioner of Public Works has answered the question with reference to the sale o of the boat, and with the consent of the Alderman seconding the motion will withdraw request to have the report held over. Roll Call was then taken: Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, C ` Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. ` Alderman Brandt for'the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE informed the Council that Senate Bill No. 303 was signed by Governor Green. This Bill provides $3,237,500 for allocation to Illinois, municipalities on a matching basis, for engineering surveys, plans,. specifications and blue prints for the construction of municipal public works. Evanstonts allotment according to the Illinois Municipal League report is $22,134.00. He understood the Mayor and the Commissioner of Public Works have already taken steps to see that the necessary blanks are secured at once so we can fill them out and make our request for allocation of the amount due the city. This will be a great help towards our post-war planning projects. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE -submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $101.84 and moved that the Township":.Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion - seconded by Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Jourdain, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted request from Mr. Frederick A. Cooper, 525 Grove 'Street, for permission to construct a concrete driveway at 800-802 Main Street. Investigation of this application indicates that there is a street light cable in the parkway and that a bond is required since the location is in a commercial district. It is recommended that permission be granted for construction of this driveway with the condition that construction be done in accordance with proper ordinances and under the supervision of the Public Works Department and that the street light cable be properly protected and the required bond be furnished. Alderman James moved the issuance of this permit. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward made the following remarks: i "I just want to say a few words about the Petition'submitted by the city employees. In January we sit around and consider the budget and devise ways and means to add to the small stipend we pay city employees. Here we have an opportunity to reward them for the work they have done in the past. I want to go on record as being in favor of such a pension plan which entails a small amount of money each year. Where we pay sma11 salaries it adds an incentive for the employees. It is a fine idea,'and if we had a similar pension plan in private corporations you would find employees much better satisfied." Alderman Emery .of the Sixth Ward spoke about the traffic situation in Evanston and referred to accident which he witnessed on Central :Street where a young girl was hit and dragged along the road about 60 feet, by a minor driving an old car with no license. Moved a reference to the Mayor and Chief of Police to check up on these old -cars operating without drivers licenses, faulty brakes, etc. and wherever possible to impose the maximum penalty upon violators. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward concurred in remarks made by Alderman Emery and that there should be a concerted effort to clean up these cars driving without licenses, etc. Alderman Jourdain of the Fifth Ward added his expression for the change from 1 to 12 pension plan and his earnest desire that this change will go through. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward stated: "Several of the employees of the city departments are interested in the Petition presented to the Council tonight and which was referred to the Finance Committee. I have discussed it at length with those better informed and hope upon consideration of the subject matter on the part of 490 R the Finance Committee that ,their report -will be favorable to the petitioners, 'so that when it is presented to the Council' they will go on record as:being of the consensus that when' the budget is made up for 1946 that .'this $8,000 item will be included in the budget in order to effect the .terms ,of this -Petition." Alderman Kimbark of the. Third Ward moved'a . reference to the Health -Commissioner regarding the man who has,a popcorn wagon and who sometimes sells his..wares,to people who use the Lee Street Beach, and that an inspect-ion.be made. Duly seconded and carried. 'Alderman Reynolds of ,the Second Ward 'stated he had received several calls regarding the Petition presented tonight .and that he was in favor of .the change as he -believed it was very desirable. ,. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:. Mayor Ingraham • made the following appointments of names previously introduced: George P. Mullman, Special Police - 6 months Charles -Searles., It " . 6 it renewal Valentine F,' Frankie, " " Life Guard Llo9d D: White, N.W. Univ. Alderman Mogg moved. that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at the next meeting of the City Council; Boston Ephraim, Special Police 6 months renewal Andrew Soderberg, 6 '! Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council 'adjourned at 10;25 'P.M.. . ' Edward W., Bell,: , City Clerk - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - t.` �6' "".tit' r • ,•. ' . • i 491 Evanston, .Illinoi-s . - City Hall August 6, 1945. Regular .Meeting of the City Council .held August .6, 1945, .convening at 10:00 orclock P.M. PRESENT: (13) Alderman Bersbach �* ,. " Hemenway + . Barber . " Reynolds , Kimbark rr Mogg„ !' MacSteven _ n James + Jourda in . 'r Brandt , • rr Emery Harwood , '.' Hungerf ord AB.SENT : (3) " Rubin r' • Corcoran , rr Thoma Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Harwood moved that•the Minutes of.Meeting held'July 30, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE.COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper _. charges and' transfers be authorized: c ' 'Building Department $11.18 -City Hall Building 309.56. Contingent Fund 25,00 - Fire.. Department 13.92, Health Department - 54,14 Miscellaneous Fund 23.96 Park Department - -48.35 Playground Department 164067 ,'Police Department 294.76;. Public Works Department 24.52 Street & Bridge Department 3,719545 Pumping Station 112,08 ,.Filtration Plant 976.13 , .,-Water Mains Bureau 796,00 Water Meter,Bureau 10.10 s Motion•seconded by Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven,'James, Jourdain; Brandt, Emery, Harwood and Hungerford (13)': Voting nay none.- Motion carried. ` Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following supplemental payroll, same . t o be charged to the proper account: + 3 Health Department'19.95 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway,•Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark reported in connection with r Petition presented by the city employees last week concerning the pension plan, stating that a communication has been addressed to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Board asking for details on how to proceed in -this connection and are waiting for this information. He understood that Mr. Hansen is on his vacation., Alderman Kimbark submitted a report from the Corporation Counsel with reference to communication received from a gentleman who designated himself only as a "citizen of Evanston" and enclosing $11.50 in cash with the statement that he wished to con- tribute this amount to the energies of this local community in en- larging our efforts of improving living quarters in certain sections of the community. Since we have no particular fund meeting this re- quirement and sincethe Community Hospital is at this time raising funds for this purpose, moved that this $11.50 in cash be turned over to the Community Hospital for its Building Fund. Motion seconded by Alderman Jourdain, and carried.' Alderman Kimbark submitted communication from the Building Commissioner as follows: "The following two matters are referred to the Finance Committee for consideration: 1. A request from the Mount Zion Baptist Church at 1113 Clark Streets -Evanston, for the waiver of the fee for a building permit to make certain alterations to the basement of the church building. I recommend that this application be granted. 2. Some time ago the Big Dipper Ice Cream Company gave up the store at 807 Howard 'Street and removed their projecting electric sign. I recommend that the fee for this sign be cancelled and the permit voided. The amount is 07.95." Alderman Kimbark moved the approval of these two requests. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, r t Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also submitted the following communication from the Auditor: "In Council meeting on April 24, 1944 the City Council authorized the -Fire Chief, on account of shortage of help, to pay the firemen at the rate of 60¢ per hour, or $14.40 for 24 hours permonth for excess time they are serving.in the stead of another fireman. When salaries were raised as at January 1, 1945 the Fire 493 Chief raised the pay to $15.40 for 24 hours overtime,, or at the rate of 64 1/6g per hour. This increase in pay for overtime from January 1, 1945 has never been acted upon by the City Council and suggest that the Council ratify this pay increase in over- time for the year 1945 as paid by the Fire Chief, based on a thirty day month. Said authorization retroactive to January 1, 1945. ' Alderman Kimbark so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works stating that there is an overdraft of 440 in the New Municipal Building Account. It, is recommended that $40 be transferred from ,item No. 31 to the New Municipal Building' Account, and so moved. Motion seconded -by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber; Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. i Alderman Hemenway for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that�the Council convene as of 9:00•o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COM- MITTEE reported that a proposal has been received requesting special assessment foreclosure on property at the northwest corner of Fowler Avenue and Davis,Street. A resolution has been prepared authorizing this proceeding, which has had consideration of the committee, and accordingly presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution author- izing that the City of Evanston file and prosecute a suit in the - Circuit or Superior Court of Cook County for foreclosure of special assessments. and to foreclose and enforce -the lien of all unpaid special assessments against the real estate situated in the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of -Illinois, and described as follows: Lots Seven (7) to Twelve•(12) inclusive, Block - Three (3) Fowler and Carney's Addition -to Evanston. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted request received from Ethel Gorbutt of the Illinois Children's Home and Aid Society, 826 Ridge Avenue for permission to hold a picnic in Elliot Park Saturday, August 11 from 4:00 to 6:30 P.M. Approximately 494 30 children are expected to attend the picnic. The Park Committee has considered this request and recommends it be granted, -and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE spoke of Lieut. Anton Schultz' death which occured while he was away, and moved a reference to,the Corporation Counsel to prepare suitable resolution. Duly seconded and carried. . 1. Alderman,Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works stating that the Health Department is in need of a wide field sterescopic - microscope. Dr. Tucker received a verbal quotation for this micro- scope manufactured. by Bausch & Lomb ,of $190.00, plus $8.00 for a dustproof shuttle nosepiece. It is recommended that the Commissioner of,Public Works be authorized to purchase. a stereoscopic microscope and dustproof shuttle nosepiece from Bausch•& Lomb for $198,00. the expenditure to be charged to item No. 227. This has the approval of the Health and Purchasing Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Harwood and Hungerford (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works stating that the Street Department is -in need of an emulsion sprayer for street repair work. Three proposals have been received for furnishing one 110 gallon emulsion sprayer. Inasmuch as Mr. Smedberg, Superintendent of Streets, prefers the Littleford sprayer because of advantages for our particular work, it is recommended that the Commissioner .of Public. Works purchase the 110 gallon emulsion sprayer made by Littleford from Great Lakes :Supply Corporation in accordance with their proposal for $498.00, to be charged to item No. 588. This has the approval of the Chairman of the :Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MaSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Harwood and Hungerford (13); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works advising that the incinerator is in need M 495 of repairs. The lower thimble casting needs renewal about every three or four years. Some of the castings for parts have been obtained from Calumet Foundry Company after much searching on our part. At present we need new lower thimbles. Calumet cannot make these, being tied up with war orders. The patterns are now at Woodruff & Edwards where, through some connections, we hope to get castings. However, they are not willing to set a price on them. They say they will keep costs down as low•as possible. Inasmuch as these castings are badly needed the Commissioner requests authority to proceed with this order on this basis.. It is planned to replace them in late fall when the load slackens off. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg-, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alde-rman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills` of the Relief Organization in amount of $394.62 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman -Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Harwood and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted three reports from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting authority to advertise for bids on the following: 1. Two new .snow plows in accordance with specifications on file in the office of the Commissioner of Public Works. 2. -Dog tags and peddlers, solicitors and chauffeurs badges for 1946 in accordance with specifications on file in the. office of the Commissioner of Public Works. 3. Motor vehicle, business licenses and safety decalcomanias and transparencies for 1946 in accordance with specifications on file in the office of the Commissioner of Public Works, Alderman James moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be author- ized to so advertise. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James also submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "On December 5, 1940 the Street Department purchased one General No. 2 crawler crane for $4,250.00. This crane was used during the construction by W.P.A. of the permeable groins at Lake Front Park: 9 496 We have very little use for this particular piece of machinery and inasmuch as the market is good now, the Commissioner of Public Works requests authority to advertise the sale of this piece, of equipment." Alderman James so moved. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Mogg of the Third Ward stated: "I am sure the members of the Council are very sorry to hear that the City Collector, q. Dyer Bent., lost his mother and it would be in order for the Manor to write a letter expressing the sympathy of the Council in Mr. Bentts bereavement." Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward moved that Alderman Robert E. James be appointed Mayor pro tem during Mayor Ingraham's abseance. Duly seconded and carried. t Alderman Emery of the Sixth Ward read the following report from John Dillon, Park Superintendent: "In answer to, -request for cutting weeds on Lincolnwood Drive extension, we have again cleaned up this debris, including the weeds and it is now in very good condition. I have instructed the Park Police Officer to keep a careful check on the property owners residing on Hurd Avenue in order to stop them from dumping papers, tree limbs and other debris on the property and the neighbors should avoid using this property as an' alley." Tr Alderman Emery also read the following report from the Chief of Police: "Concerning Alderman Emery's reference to old.cars with faulty brakes. 'I assure you that.the Police Department will concentrate their efforts, in eliminating from the streets auto- mobiles that are not in,good mechanical order. It seems proper -at this time to suggest that serious con- sideration should be given to the re-establishment of our Municipal Testing lane which you will recall was abandoned by the City Council as a war measure. In my opinion the compulsory testing of auto- mobiles, of 'resident owners of Evanston was one of the finest safety measures adopted by our city and was successful in practically eliminating all ,mechanically unsafe cars from our streets. It -is - the Police Departmentfs hope that the city can see its way clear to resume this very important function in the interest of elimin- ating loss of life, injury and property damage upon our streets and highways. May I also say that the department is using its_ best efforts to apprehend those persons driving without licenses and particularly minors. In connection with under -age persons, the cooperation of parents is urgently requested." Moved a reference to the Commissioner of Public Works for estimate of cost of re -opening and operating of testing lane, and also ideas as to satisfactory site for the lane's location. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINE.S:S:' Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Andrew Soderberg, Special Police -,6 months renewal Boston Ephraim, if " 6 it " Alderman Mogg moved that these appointments be *conf armed. Duly seconded and carried. 497 Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at the next -meeting of the City Council; Guy Caselberry.. Special.Police - 6 months renewal, John E. Schmit, " " Dog Warden-6•months William G. Bogart, !' !' Life Guard - -For Council records, Chief -of Police Ekman has announced that the following men have been sworn in as probationary patrolmen for 60 days as of August.l, 1945: James M. Allen., Richard C. Braithwaite, Stanley M. Kowalczyk, Mayor Ingraham stated that.at a recent meeting of the War Memorial Committee, Mr. Ross.Siragusa tendered his resignation. as a member of that committee as he is no longer a resident of the City of Evanston. Mayor Ingraham appointed Mrs. Orno B. Roberts, .2115 Livingston 'Street, to fill this, vacancy on the War Memorial Committee. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned. at•10:20 P.M. a Edward•W. Bell, City Clerk ,Evanston, Illinois r City Hall August 13, 1945 Regular -Meeting of the. City Council. held August 13, 194&, convening at 9:00 P.M. PRESENT:` (11) Alderman Bersbach w Hemenway, !' Reynolds Mogg rr _Mac'Steven " James. Jourdain - Brandt . " Emery !' Harwood Hungerford . ABSENT: (5) " Barber Kimbark Rubin " Corcoran !' Thcma Mayor pro tem James presiding. Alderman Hungerford.moved that the Minutes of Meeting held August.6, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. ' r • 498 E Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub - witted an application received from Mr. -Roy Fancher of 2517 Hartzell Street, requesting permission to move a one story frame two car garage twenty feet square from 1140 Isabella Street, Wilmette, to the north- west city limits of Evanston by way of Isabella Street, Lincolnwood. Drive, Central Street and Ridge Road. Committee on Buildings recom- mends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Hemenway for the FINANCE COMMITTEE pre- sented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that -the proper charges and transfers be authorized; Building Department City Clerkts Office City Collectors Office City Hall Building Contingent Fund Garbage Department Health Department Motor Fuel Tax -Special Account Park Department Playground Department Police Department Public Works Department Sidewalk -Special Account Street &Bridge Department Salaries of City Officers Fund Water Department Pumping Station Filtration Plant Water Mains Bureau New Municipal Building Playground Department $ 4.50 2.00 16,75 25,60 30,66 44.75 197,87 1,301.72 92.13 266.55 205.11 115.98 86.35 2:549.45 5.50 75.00 863.96 153,67 53,30 5.50 222,08 Motion seconded by Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood, Emery, Brandt, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Reynolds, Heme nway and Bersbach (10); Voting nay none. Motion carried.. Alderman Hemenway also presented and moved the payment of the temporary payrolls to be paid August 17, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts; Public Playground -Department $30413.70 Public Playground Department 333,60. Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 6,811.22 City Hall Building 18.00 Civil Service Commission 36.00 Small Parks Department 1,470.56 Public Works Department 289.52 Water Department 11.40 Water Department 337.32 Public Works Department 248,49 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Harwoods Emerya Brandt, Jourdain, MacStevena Mogg, Re7noldss Hemenwa y and Bersbach (10); Voting nay none. Motion carried. 499 Alderman Hemenway submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works which has been approved by the Finance Committee and the Public Buildings Committee, attaching a bill for $$500 from the architects on the Police and Fire .Station, and recom- mending that this bill be paid and charged to account No. 331. The original total was $3600.00 of which $1500 was paid in 1944. We have $2100 set up in the current budget and $500 has already been paid, and the bill for $500 now presented for payment reduces it to $1100. Moved the payment of this bill. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood, Emery, Brandt, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Reynolds,'Hemenway and Bersbach (10): Voting nay'none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE pre- sented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLUTION UPON THE OCCASION OF THE DEATH OF LIEUT. ANTON J. SCHULTZ WHEREAS, LIEUT. ANTON J. SCHULTZ, a member of the Police Department of the City of Evanston continuously since 1913, departed this life on July 16, 1945; and WHEREAS, during his thirty-two years in the department, LIEUT. ANTON J. :SCHULTZ rendered distinguished service as a police officer, participated in merit awards on twenty-one occasions, and was always respected by the public and his 'fellow -officers for his ability, patience, candor and consid- eration for others; and WHEREA,8, in his passing the City of Evanston has lost a valued and' most trustworthy police officer to whom official tribute is justly due; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Evanston in regular meeting assembled, that•in behalf of ourselves, the Mayor and the citizens of this community, profound regret and sympathy is expressed upon the occasion of the death of LIEUT. ANTON J. SCHULTZ. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be spread upon the permanent records of the City and that a'copy thereof executed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk be sent to the members of his family. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COM- MITTEE reported that a proposal has been received for the foreclosure of special assessments on two vacant lots on the south side of Emerson Street between Laurel and Lemar and two vacant lots on Lyons .Street and Lemar; and four vacant lots on the southeast corner of Hartzell Street and Hurd Avenue. A resolution has been prepared and the matter referred to the Local Improvements Committee who passed favorably on it, and accordingly presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution 500 authorizing the City of Evanston to file and prosecute .a suit in the Circuit or Superior Court of Cook County for foreclosure of special assessments and to foreclose and' enforce the lien of all unpaid special assessments against the real estate situated in the City of Evanston, described as follows' s Lots 4 and 52 Block 2 in Arthur T.. McIntosh.Church Street Addition to Evanston. Lots 37 and 38 in Block 7 in Arthur T. McIntosh Church Street Addition to Evanston. Lots 56, 57, 58 and 59 in Westerlawn Subdivision ,(southeast corner of Hartzell and Hurd) Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford and carried, with Alderman Brandt voting nay. Alderman Reynolds also reported that a second pro- posal has been received requesting foreclosure of special assessments on eight vacant lots on Hurd Avenue and Hartzell Street, Central Park Avenue between Central .Street and Park Place and Central.Park Avenue and Hartzell Street. This has been submitted to the Committee who have also recommended its passage and proper resolution has been submitted authorizing the City of Evanston to file and prosecuts•:,a suit in the Circuit or Superior Court of Cook County for foreclosure of special assessments and to foreclose and enforce the lien of all unpaid special assessments against the real estate situated in the City of -Evanston, described as follows; Lots 71, 72, 73, 74, 78, 91, 92 and 95 in Westerlawn, a subdivision of Section 33, Township 42 North, Range 13, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois. Alderman Reynolds moved the adoption of this resolution. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. After discussion by Aldermen Brandt, Harwood, Bersbach,. Emery, Jourdain, Reynolds, roll call was then taken. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood, Mogg, Reynolds, Hemenway and,Bersbach (6); Voting nay Aldermen Emery, Brandt, Jourdain, MacSteven (4); Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted requests as follows for use of parks for picnic purposes; Mrs. Eolo D. Richardson, for permission to hold a picnic at Foster Field, Sunday, -August 26, 1945, for approximately 35 people. The Evanston Civil Liberties Committee and the Independent Voters of Illinois with other sponsoring organizations, for permission to use Boltwood Park on Sunday, August 26, 1945, at 3:30 P.M. 501 Mrs. T.R. Norr, for permission to use Elliot Park for about 100 young people of various churches, on Friday, August 24 from 4:00 to 10:00 P.M. The privilege of having a bonfire also is requested. Alderman Mogg moved that these requests be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg called the attention of the Council to the first annual aquacade to be held at Clark Street beach on Friday, August 17. Alderman Mogg also spoke of. the work of one of our lifeguards at the Lee Street beach in his quick action in saving the life of a young lady who was seized with cramps while swimming there. E ' Alderman Mogg also submitted a report from the . Superintendent of Bureau of Recreation advising that Boltwood Park requests the privilege of closing Florence Avenue between Lee and Main Streets., on the night of Friday, August•17 for the purpose of holdinga street dance. This has the approval of the Chairman.of the Street Committee and the Park Committee and moved permission be granted. Duly seconded and carried. v Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE. stated that in talking with a party who is very much interested in the sale and lease of land that is very close to our present city hall, that it is his advice that we take steps at once for the sale of our City Hall. As the Aldermen know the Government has cancelled many contracts and business has undertaken immediate action for post war work. Accordingly the Committee held a meeting this.evening and we were unanimous in asking the Finance Committee to take immediate action towards taking legal steps for the sale of the City Hall, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach and carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub - witted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that the Water Department is in need of 100 M. envelopes with special window and 22M. envelopes, closed window. Three quotations have been received. 6 It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized t to purchase these envelopes from the low bidder.. Chandler's at the price bid of $306.87, and charge to item No. 412. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Water Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye 50� Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood, Emery, Brandt, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Reynolds, Hemenway and Bersbach (10): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works advising that the Water Department is in need of an additional supply of water service boxes and service box parts. Quotations were received from two companies. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized -to purchase this mater- ial from Mueller Company for the sum of $763.75 and charge to account No. 394. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Water Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by ^Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood, Emery, Brandt, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Reynolds, Hemenway and Bersbach (10): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that the Water Department is in need of additional fire hydrants and hydrant 'gate valves for replace- ment purposes. Quotations have been obtained from the Waterous Company and the Ludlow Valve Company for hydrants meeting our specifications. Since the above prices are identical with those previously charged, it is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase 10 - 5" hydrants from the Waterous Company and 10 - 6" gate valves from the Ludlow Valve Company at the prices quoted,, the expenditure for gate valves to be charged to account No. 394 and the expenditure for hydrants to account No. 395. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Water Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood, Emery, Brandt, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Reynolds, Hemenway and Bersbach (10): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 1 Alderman Jourdain for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $896.89 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Harwood, Emery, Brandt, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Reynolds, Hemenway and Bersbach (10): Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman 'Emery of the .Sixth Ward moved a reference to the Commissioner of Public Works and the Traffic Safety Engineer to eliminate where necessary the weeds, plants, 503 flowers, shrubs, etc., in the parkway at the intersection of Stewart Avenue, Walnut Avenue and Park Place, which intersection is a definite traffic hazard. Several complaints have been received and several near accidents have occured. Asked that this work be done immediately. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward moved a reference to the Chief of Police to instruct the dog catcher to get .some of the dogs running wild in the Sixth Ward. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain of the Fifth Ward moved a reference to the Chief of Police and the Police Committee for an increase in the number of patrolmen in order to make possible more adequate patrolling of Emerson Street from Green Bay Road west - Foster Street also on Darrow Avenue, Dodge and Dewey Avenues from Church Street north. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also moved a reference to the Commissioner of Public Works and Superintendent. of the Bureau of Recreation to speed the work of lighting at Foster Field, which heretofore has been delayed because of difficulty in getting materials. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain spoke of- the necessity of building a recreation building at Foster Field, similar to the one in Boltwood Park. Now that we have a new planning commission they should'make that the No. 1 item for consideration. Moved a reference to the City Plan Commission:. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor pro tem James made the following appointments of names previously introduced; Guy Caselberry, 'Special Police - 6 months renewal John E; Schmit, Special Police Dog Warden - 6 months William G.. Bogart, " " Life Guard -1945 season Alderman Emery moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. t Mayor pro tem James introduced the following name for confirmation at next meeting of the City Council: Donald Murphy, Special Police - Life Guard 21 days Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 9:40 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 504 Evanston, Illinois City Hall August 20, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held August 20,,1945, convening at� 9:35 P.M. PRESENT: (16) Alderman Bersbach it. . Hemenway Barber Reynolds rt Kimbark n MOgg . " Mac.Steven rr James rr Jourdain r' Rubin rr Brandt " Emery Corcoran Harwood Thoma r' Hungerf ord ABSENT: None Mayor pro tem James presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held August 130 1945, be approved without reading. Duly•seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANV COMMITTEE pre- sented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: City Hall Building $119.58 Fire Department 85.52 Health Department' 8.00 Municipal Court 10..00 Park Department- 150.38 Playground Department 14.6.1 Police Department 137.99- Prepaid Insurance 372.81 Public -Works Department 4.37 0-idewalk-3pecial Account 148.50 Filtration Plant 65.75 Water Mains Bureau 101.55 'Water Meter Bureau 15.34. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach.,. Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following supplemental payrolls, same to"be charged to the proper accourits: Police.Department $17.50 Police Department 30.00 505 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin., Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15);. Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COM_?,ZITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE extended an invitation to the members of the Council to attend two events to be held at Boltwood Field this week. The All Star ball game on Wednesday, August 22, proceeds to go towards a memorial stadium fund; and on Thursday, August 23, a Pageant marking the end of the.playground season. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE sub- mitted the following report from the Chief of Police: "Concerning Alderman Brandt's reference to dogs running wild in the Sixth Ward, wish to advise that the Dog Warden has been instructed to concentrate his efforts in picking up unmuzzled dogs in said ward. Concerning Alderman Jourdain's reference to the need of more adequate patrolling of'Emerson Street from Green Bay Road west, also on Foster Street - Darrow Avenue, Dodge and Dewey Avenues from Church Street north: I assure you that at all times when a patrolman is available he will be assigned to this area and squad cars will patrol same also as much as possible. With the war over we expect several of our policemen back soon from the armed services, which will substantially alleviate the present man power shortage and enable us to give not only the said area increased police protection but the rest of the city as well." Alderman MacSteven also made the following report; "We had a..police meeting tonight which included the Chief of Police, the Mayor and the Police Committee and also Aldermen of the various wards who were asked to come in. Matters were discussed that have come up during the past week, and accordingly moved'a recom- mendation to the Chief of Police and the Mayor recommending that the eight vacancies now existing_in the Police Department be filled by the Chief of Police as quickly as possible." Alderman Jourdain in rising to second this motion stated: "I wish to emphasize the need for filling these vacancies and thereby obtaining additional patrolmen.as speedily as possible, and I was about to state an objection to the letter read by Alderman MacSteven in reply to my motion of a week ago asking for these new patrolmen. I was about to object that the letter was not positive enough as to the addition of new patrolmen and the assignment of new patrolmen to cover the badly neglected area west of Green Bay Road and north from Church ,Street to the canal. It seems now hover, that this motion which I am seconding. will provide the needed reinforcement of our police force and I am seconding the motion with the distinct understanding that the new men thus secured will be assigned to patrolling on foot'in that area. While it is true that squad cars have appeared there and while the letter promises squad car protection, it is never- theless true that the kind of protection which the business men, property owners and particularly women and children in that area are entitled to can be provided only by men on foot." 506 Motion carried.- . _ Alderman MacSteven further moved a recommendation to the Finance Committee that the full pre-war complement of the Police Department be provided for by appropriate action in the next budget. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt made the following remarks: "we can no longer put off the necessary protection of our homes and we must see to it that the police force is brought up to standard., There are some things we must realize and that is that the next budget will have to be raised to cover certain con- ditions that have arisen since the war. In the coming months we will have greater need for proper police protection and we should be thinking about that ahead of time rather than waiting until January." ' Alderman Jourdain in discussing the situation . created by reports of a rapist active in several sections of Evanston, took severe exception to published reports in newspapers which pinned a racial label on the alleged rapist. He said it would be unfortunate if information were to be given out from the. Evanston Police Department which sought to identify a criminal or alleged criminal by a racial or religious or credal label. The indicting of an entire race for the alleged misconduct of an individual is contrary to all our democratic institutions and teachings. People of good will are solidly against this sort of practice which simply builds up stereotypes, stirs ill will, offends many people and is certainly no accurate orprecise guide for criminal detection. It is idle to say that labeling a suspect as a negro ever.describes or identifies him for those who are searching, because within the negro race are to be found every possible combination of skin color, eye color, hair texture and head form. Any anthropologist knows that thus labeling a suspicious criminal is giving offense entirely needless to many people while offering no accurate descriptive." Moved a reference to the Chief of Police and the Mayor to se'e to it that as a matter of permanent policy in the future, that orders are definitely issued to the department that no information goes out labeling a criminal or suspect with the name of any race, relig16n or creed. Following this`proposed motion and comments by Aldermen Kimbark, Emery and Barber, Mayor pro tem James suggested that Alderman Jourdain change his motion to refer the matter to the Police Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $566.69 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. '5 0'7 Alderman Emery speaking in connection with the relief bills asked for an explanation of the cash relief set-up and that possibly a Committee meeting of the Whole could be held soon for this purpose. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Brandt of the ,Sixth Ward stated that the Council should take appropriate action tonight in view of the crisis arising over the lack of tin. He was told that the Chicago papers are unable to publish needed want ads for help that factories are trying to get because of the shortage of paper and tin. He stated further that if we hope to get new cars, washing machines or other equipment we will have to have more tin. The citizens of Evanston should realize this need for waste paper and tin now as much as during the war. Moved that the Council urge the City to make a special effort this Saturday for putting out waste paper and tin. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Emery of the Sixth Ward referred to his reference made to the Police Committee and the Commissioner of Public Works regarding the re -opening of the testing lane, as with increased traffic and the increased number of cars on the streets due to gas rationing being lifted and with cars not in proper mechanical condition, we should have this uppermost in our minds as time goes on*= Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward seconded remarks made by Alderman Emery, stating that since then the Chief of Police as joined in the recommendation and we should see that it is re-established as soon as possible. Moved a reference to the Finance Committee to see if this can be opened before the first of the year. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood stated that as there are now releases of critical materials and the work on the elevation of the C.M. & St. P. Rwy. nearing completion, moved a reference to the Corporation Counsel and the Public Utilities Committee to see if the stations at Foster Street and Noyes Street cannot be completed permanently. Motion seconded by Alderman Corcoran who stated that those stations are really shameful and a disgrace to the city. With the war over and materials available every effort should be made to get those stations completed. Motion carried. , 508 Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward stated: "We are all aware of.the regretful rape incident which recently took place in the Eighth Ward. The adjacent area there is composed of considerable vacant property and is badly patrolled and in need of immediate police protection. Moved a reference to the Mayor, Police Committee and the. -Chief ofa Police to immediately post patrolmen in.that are." Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma asked for a report from the Com- missioner of Public Works on the progress of the stop lights at Howard .Street and Custer Avenue. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Hungerf ord of the Eighth Ward in supple- menting Alderman Thomals remarks, moved a reference to the Lighting Committee, the Mayor and Commissioner of Public Works to see what can be done about turning on all lights. During the war only half the circuit has been on. There is considerable vacant in that section and he thought it would be a great protection to have the full circuit kept on. In order to avert a similar instance in other parts of the Eighth Ward the lights should be kept on west of Asbury Avenue, as in that section there is considerable vacant and there have been gangs of boys and wanderers who have parked out there and many of the resi- dents have been fearful of what might happen. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor pro tem James stated in supplementing the various motions made here tonight in regard to added and increased police protection and other factors aimed at protecting the public against rapists and other criminals; that have been too active here of recent days, that never before during his experience as acting Mayor has he encountered such public indignation as this rapist situation has caused. Tonight he had a delegation from the Eighth Ward and individuals have come in seeking advice and information as to what should be done. These references made here tonight will lend themselves to alleviate the situation and relieve the fear and apprehension that is apparent with reference to that situation. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor pro tem James made the following appointment of name previously introduced: Donald Murphy, Special Police - Life Guard for 21 days Alderman Mogg moved that this appointment be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:05 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 509 Evanston, Illinois City.. Hall - . August.27, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held August 27, 1945,,convening at 10:00. P.M. PRESENT: (16) 'Alderman'Bersbach " Hemenway 'Barber " Reynolds `' '► Kimbairk ; .. " MacSteven James n Jourdain " .,Rubin Brandt- " Emery., . " Corcoran Harwood r rr Thoma " Hungerford ABSENT: None Mayor pro tem James .presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes -of Meeting held August 20,•1945, be approved without reading. Duly, seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward V. Bell, presented the following: Notice of Application filed by the Eagle Bus Lines, Inc. for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to operate as a motor carrier for,the transportation of persons in intra-state com- merce -within the State of Illinois. Alderman Rubin moved same be referred to the,Public Utilities Committee and the .Corporation Counsel. Duly seconded and carried. Notice from State of Illinois advising that our allotment of Motor Fuel Tax for ,the month of July, 1945 is $8,826.20. Alderman Rubin moved same be referred to the Commissioner -of Public Works and r, 1 - _ ` the'Street Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Note of appreciation from the family of Mrs. Mary M. Bent. Alderman Kimbark moved same be received and placed on file. Duly seconded and carried. Three communications from the State of Illinois, Division of, Highways enclosing copies of their audit reports.covering the receipt and disbursement, of motor -fuel tax funds by. the City of Evanston for the periods beginning July 16, 1943 to December,31, 1943 - January 1, 1944 to December 31,- .1944 and January 1, 1945 to June 30,. 1945. , Alderman Harwood moved same -be referred to the Commissioner of Public i 510 Works and the Street Committee. Duly seconded and carried. City Treasurer's Financial Statement as of July 31, 1945. Alderman Kimbark moved same be referred to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. 41 At this time Alderman Reynolds requested a meeting of a Committee of the Whole to discuss the attempted rape problem which has come up, particularly in the Second Ward very recently, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Barber and carried. WHEN COUNCIL RECONVENED: Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the.payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid August 31,.1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Civil Service Commission $58:50 Civil Service Commission 20'00 Small Parks Department 1,617:35 Water Department 332:52 Public Works'Dept.-Sewer 248:49 City Hall Building 18:00 Public Works Dept: -Maintenance 289'52' Playground Department 432:50 Playground Department 2,889.47 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 6,971:33 Public Works Department 24.48 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hunge'rford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin', Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. ' Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following bills, same to be charged to the.' proper account: Salvage -Special Account '$72.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. ' Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none.- Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark reported that last April, Dr. E.D. Coolidge, 726 Seward 'Street purchased vehicle license 481 for $10 for a 1938 Packard Sedan over 35 HP. which car is under 35 HP. Upon recommendation. of the' City Collector, moved that a refund of $5' be made to Dr. Coolidge. Motion seconded by Alderman"Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin,' Jourdain, MacSteven,' Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 511 Alderman Kimbark submitted report fr= the Building Commissioner regarding application received from the Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church requesting that a building permit for moving and re- modelling the: two story frame house at the northeast corner of Ridge Avenue and Central Street so:that it may be used as a parsonage for the church be issued without fee. Accordingly moved, that charges for permit be waived. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood,. Voting,aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven,.Mogg,.Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Be rsbach (15) : Vo.t ing nay none. . Mot ion carried. Alderman Kimbark stated that last week a. reference was made to the Finance Committee in regard to funds for re -opening_ of the safety testing lane. Discussion was -had with the Traffic, Engineer as to possible cost of operating the testing lane for the balance of the year, and it,was found that we have excess receipts in -Account No. 604.. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the Finance Committee to the Police Committee that the safety lane be put into operation as soon as possible,.as funds are available,for� that purpose.• Alderman Kimbark moved the approval of the recommen- dation. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark,-Reynolds,- Barber, Hemenway and-Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Whereupon -Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE stated that inasmuch as gas rationing had been suspended and there would be an increased use of automobiles as a result thereof, and since the Finance Committee had found means of financing the testing lane until the next budget, it is the recommendation ofsthe Police Committee that operation of the testing lane b:e resumed as soon as possible, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg and carried. Alderman Reynolds stated that upon recommendation of the Finance Committee, the City Council will place at the disposal, of the Chief of Police and the Corporation Counsel a sum not to exceed $1,000 to be spent as they see fit in the matter of payment of reward to the person or persons furnishing information leading to the appre- hension, arrest and conviction of the person or persons guilty of �. attacks and criminal assaults which'.occured in.the City of Evanston 51� on August 12,..13,,-14'and 26. Also that the Council would welcome any additional reward -money from citizens of Evanston who may wish to contribute funds for 'that purpo'se, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Barber. Voting'aye Aldermen'Hungerford, Thoma,.Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain,..MaeSteven, Mogg, Kimbark,. Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried t Alderman Corcoran„for the :JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council: convene as -of 9:00' o l clock. P.M. and consent, to stay.in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman• Corcoran,,stated that inasmuch as next Monday is Labor Day, moved that -when the Council adjourns tonight it reconvene on Tuesday, September 4, 1945.- Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COM- MITTEE stated that -a proposal has been received requesting foreclosure of special assessments on property at.1000 Dohson Street, which is, vacant. This has been submitted.to.the Committee on Local Improve- ments who have unanimously.passed ,favorably upon it and proper resolution has been prepared. Accordingly presented and moved the adoption .of a' resolution ;authorizing the City of Evanston .to file and prosecute.,a suit in the Circuit or:Superior Court. of Cook County for foreclosure of special assessments,` and to 'foreclose and enforce the lien of all unpaid -special assessments against the real estate situated in the City of Evanston, and described as follows: Lot Forty-three (43) in South Roger-Touhy's Birchwood Highlands, being a subdivision of'Lots'Four (4) to Thirty-eight (38) in Baulands Ridge-Roulevard Addition to 'South Evanston ' in the ' Northwe st ' quartet ' (NW4) of ,Section Thirty (30), Township 41 North;,Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted report from the :Superintendent of.the Bureau of Recreation stating that a total of $112.25 was realized in admission to the Playground Pageant on August 23, 1945, and the cost of production amounted to $111.70, leaving a balance of 55�. Alderman Mae --Steven for the POLICE COIC41TTEE submitted the following report from the Chief of Police: 513 "In reference to filling the existing vacancies in the'Police Department, I wish'to advise that eight applicants have been interviewed and will be -appointed on September 1, 1945, provided at that time they have completed and successfully passed the required physical and medical examination. • '' - It Concerning Alderman Thomats reference to the'need'of addit- ional police protection -in area along Howard Street, you have my, assurance that -the Police Department will do everything possible to keep this area adequately patrolled." Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDING: COMMITTEE, reported that the committee met this evening with the Chairman of the Finance Committee, the Building Commissioner and the Acting Mayor. The architects were in and they gave information that they would have -working drawings for the New Municipal Building in a few weeks, at which time we expect to advertise for bids on specifications. We have had during the last week a number of inquiries from prospective bidders for the City Hall and we are doing everything possible to get things ready for that as soon as possible. The Committee moved unan- imously to authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to start prep aration on -a booklet which will set out facts, assets and advantages of the City Hall site. which °is to be offered for sale, and moved that the Council concur in the recommendation of' committee. Duly seconded'and carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works stating that he had advertised and requested by letter bids from about 12 companies for furnishing motor vehicle, business license decalcomanias and transparencies for 1946 in accordance with specifications on file, and succeeded in getting one bid from the American Decalcomania Co. This bid is the same as the 1944 bid by the same concern. In view of the satisfactory service given by them last year, it is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to accept the proposal submitted by the American Decalcomania Co. for furnishing 170510 vehicle license transparencies at 4� each; and 1900 business license decalcomanias at 4 each; the expenditure to be charged to the proper accounts. This has the approval of the Purchasing Com- mittee, and so moved. Motion seconded by.Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven; Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15):• Voting nay none.. Motion carried. 514 ,Alderman Harwood moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be ,authorized to advertise for bids for the necessary quantity.of safety decalcomanias. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman. Barber for ;the RELIEF,. COMMITTEE submitted bills -of the Relief Organization in amount of-$534.34 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford; Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain•, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. - Alderman Harwood for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: ` "On taturday;.August 25, 19450 our salvage collection was held and the following is a record of the tin cans and paper collected: Per Capita Papers and" WARD Tin Cans-. Tin Cans Magazines 1 2,600 lbs. 043 lb' 16,190 lbs* 2 4,700 ibs' �:66 lb: 50300 lbs: 3 5,300 lbs: 067 lb: 10,000 lbs: 4 4,100 lbs: *52 lb:• 19,140 lbs: 5 •1,800 lbs: 017 lb: 40800 lbs: .6 7,100 lbs: 068 lb: 620180 lbs: 7 2,550 lbs: :30 lb: 31,460 lbs: 8 1.9350 lbs: :18 lb: 9,-060 lbs: 29,500 lbs. .45 lb. 158:130 lbs. Sixth Ward is the Tin Can Trophy Winner. Alderman Harwood moved a reference to the Superin- tendent.of :Streets and the City Traffic Engineer to bring in recom- mendations to, the ,Street Committee limiting the -load weight on Cleveland Street west of Dodge.Avenue:• Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Hungerford of the Eighth Ward made the following remarks: "We of the Eighth Ward are deeply concerned -about the out- - rage which occured not only in the Eighth Ward but'in other wards. There is a certain evil'apparent in this town -and one way to eliminate the evil'is*to eradicate*the'source: At Clyde Avenue extended across*Howa"rd Street on'the Chicago side are a large number of saloons, too many. 'Perhaps something could be -done to eliminate some of.these saloons. I now yield to my colleague." Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward also made'the following remarks: ` I heartily concur in remarks made by Alderman Hungerford.,'. As you know on Howard :Street from Chicago, Avenue to'Ridge Avenue we probably have a -tavern every `fifty feet, and' it seems 'a lot of disturbance apparently originates from these taverns.. One of the ways in which we feel we might be able to help the. Ei-ghth Ward was brought about by the suggestion of a constitutent in the Eighth Ward, and that is to cut down the number of taverns. 5 J. 5 Accordingly moved that the Judiciary Committee.in conjunction with the Corporation Counsel and the Mayor prepare a resolution addressed to - the Citv Council of Chicago requesting them to have the number'of taverns restricted on Howard Street. If they were cut 50% the danger would also be cut 50%." Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain of the Fifth Ward asked that the City Council prepare an ordinance (in line with copy submitted) pro- viding for cooperation with the Federal Governinent agencies in pre- venting .. -t _ venting discrimination on account of race, color or creed, and moved a reference to the Judiciary Committee requesting that this proposed ordinance be referred to this committee for immediate recommendation to the'City Council. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin and carried. Alderman Jourdain also.submitted copy of resolution adopted by "The Bilbo Threat to America Rally" on Sunday, August 26, 1945 at Boltwood Field, Evanston, Illinois, and moved same be referred to the Judiciary Committee for consideration next Monday night. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg of -the Third Ward stated that his atten- tion has been.called to the excessive speeding on Forest Avenue for several blocks north of Main 'Street during the rush business hours between 8 and 9 in the morning and 5 and 6:30 at night. Moved a t - - reference to the Chief of Police and the Police Committee for immed- iate action to see what can be done to stop speeding in -that vicinity. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Barber of the Second Ward stated that this series of criminal actions throughout the city, culminating in the latest fiendish act of last night brings the sincere hope that the posting of this reward may at least help in seizing one of these criminals, and the Police Department will be able by its industry to allay the fears of the people. Alderman Hemenway of the Firsts Ward stated that the aldermen have been given a copy of the Annual Report of the Department of Health for 1944, and hoped they would read it care- fully as there is some interesting data in it. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward stated that two weeks ago Alderman Jourdain suggested that we look into the expense of obtaining Dr. Banner's report which was prepared for the Evanston Council of Social Agencies, and moved that the Council of Social 516 s Agencies be requested, to, loan one copy` to the City'of Evanston to be kept in the City Clerks office for use of, the officials. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor"pro tem'James introduced the following names for confirmation at- the * next meeting of the City Council: Richard J. Roth, --Special Police'- 6 months renewal Luther W. Avery, " .." .6 " " Axel M. Anderson, " " -Beach-Guard N.W. Univ. Mayor -'pro tem James addressed the Council as follows: "Today I took the liberty; on your behalf., to dispatch a note of congratulation to'Gen. Charles G. Dawes on this,the 80th anni- versary of his birth. --I anticipated that on'this' day you would'' want the best wishes of this Council to_ go to Evanston's first_ citizen- this -man who in - his eighty' years of usefulness to' his " community,,state and nation has.created a record of achievement equaled'by few Americans. ' ' We are indeed fortunate that he has been our friend and �neighbor'over the years and that we have been the beneficiary of his wise, brilliant and dominant influence." Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 11:00 P.M. Edward W. Bell, ` City Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall. . September 4, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held September 4, 1945, convening at 10:05. P.M...' PRESENT: (16) Alderman Bersbach , " Hemenway " Barber f' Reynolds y n Kimbark ., • Mogg , 'r Mac -Steven,, " James Jourdain rr Rubin rr Brandt !' Emery " Corcoran !' Harwood " .•.Thoma _ !' Hungerf ord ABSENT None Mayor Ingraham presiding. ` Alderman.Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held August.27, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded - i , and carried. . .. :,,, o` M 7 City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Communication Evanston Council of Social Agencies advising that our request of August 29th for a copy of Dr. Bannerts report will be presented to the Board of Directors at the September meeting. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers' be authorized: City Clerk's Office $36.46 City Hall Building 148.39 Contingent Fund 35,00 Garbage Department 88400;05 Health Department 89.25 New Municipal Building 67,75 Park Department 70.10 Playground Department 383,06 Police Department- 999,03 Public Works Department 174.94 Salaries of City Officers Fund .80 Salvage -Special Account 144,97 Street & Bridge Department 1,311.78 Pumping Station 1,849.27 Filtration Plant 2,739.70 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg,-MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford .(16): Voting nay none. -Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted the following communication -from the Building -Commissioner: "On March 15, 19440 Van Aken and Johnson deposited $100 with the City Collector to insure the removal of a one story frame building which the City Council permitted them to erect at 100 Ridge Avenue and use for the sale of second hand cars. The building has now been removed and H. Van Aken requests the r etuin of the $100 deposit. I understand from Mr. Bent that the approval of the City Council is necessary before the money can be refunded. The applicant has complied with the regulations imposed'and I accordingly recommend that the refund be approved*" Alderman Kimbark moved the approval and payment'of refund. Motion^ seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma-and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. - Alderman Kimbark submitted the following communication front the Commissioner of Public Works: "The account No. 604 mentioned in the Council Minutes of August 27, 1945 is a receipt item. We suggest that money be transferred from 604 as needed; to the Police budget, setting up an item No. 128-A, against which any charges for operating the testing lane can be charged." Alderman Kimbark so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. 518 Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for -the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and. carried. Alderman Corcoran also reported in regard to reference of Alderman Thoma and Alderman Hungerford, suggesting the Judiciary Committee consider a resolution requesting a reduction of the number of taverns on the Chicago side of Howard Street, the Committee has considered this matter and recommends that the Mayor.be authorized to communicate and confer with the proper officials of the City of Chicago in.an effort to work out better and more efficient police protection and law enforcement on both sides of Howard Street# and so moved. Alderman Jourdain asked of Alderman Corcoran - "before a vote is taken on this I would like to have.it made perfectly clear exactly what is the meaning of this motion.. Is it the recommendation of the Judiciary Committee that the City Council is to authorize the Mayor to discuss with the Chicago City Officials how to handle certain situations on Howard Street?" to which Alderman Corcoran answered in the affirmative and repeated the motion. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted a request received from Mrs. T.R. Norr for permission to have a. bonfire sing at Greenwood Street beach September 9,.1945 from 9 to 10 Sunday night for about 75.to 100 people from various churches. On behalf of the Park Committee,. moved that permission be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg stated that the.beach season brought to a close on September 3,,1945 marks the ninth consecutive year without a drowning at any of our protected beaches, which is a record we can well be proud of. :Submitted a report from the Superintendent of the Bureau of Recreation advising that more than 125 non -swimmers were taught to swim, while 105 beginners were given advanced lessons. He also advised that during this year the net amount which was taken in for beach tokens was $13,1�6.45. The 1944 net was $13,848.29. A report on the disbursements will be submitted shortly. .519 Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Chief of Police; "In'reply to Alderman Mogg's reference to excessive speeding on Forest Avenue north of Main Street, I wish to advise.that a motorcycle police officer -has been assigned.to patrol said street during the rush hours. Work on cleaning the testing lane and overhauling its equipment is progressing rapidly and everything should be in order to officially open the lane on Monday, September 17,, 1945. Five new policemen were appointed and started to work on September 1, 1945.' Three more will be appointed as soon as possible. The Evanston Emergency Police are to be commended for their tireless efforts on behalf ,of the community. This fine body of public-spirited citizens have lended'invaluable aid to the Police Department in patrolling the beaches, assisting us on V-E Day,. V-J Day, 4th of July, and on several other occasions during the past_ few months. At the present time large groups "of these volunteer's are turning out nightly in an effort to apprehend the sex maniac who has assaulted two women with an ice pick.", Alderman Mac:Steven introduced An Ordinance Amending An Ordinance entitled "Traffic Regulations of the City of Evanston" by adding thereto a.section to be designated as Section 76-B - Traffic on Cleveland Street, Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE stated that the Commissioner of Public Works has received word of approval to go ahead with the new City Hall, subject however to the restriction of no priority assistance. In other words, if -materials where priorities are required,. such as lumber, we will be granted no assistance. This actually means that if we can secure the critical materials under restriction, without priority assistance, we can go. ahead. He was under the impression we will be able to get these materials. Alderman Brandt stated that the committee met this evening and unanimously moved to grant the Commissioner of Public Works authority to advertise for bids for the remodeling of the New Municipal.Building, with the distinct understanding that each bidder must give a definite date of completion of the building in their bid. We have had a number of requests from prospective bidders for the present City Hall, and they have requested a definite date of vacation. Motion seconded by Alderman James and carried. Alderman Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE answering reference made by Alderman Harwood two weeks ago relative to improving the "Lf' stations at Foster Street and Noyes Street, 520 stated that the Commissioner of Public Works advised him that we have been in con eff, el - l=the railroad, who advise that they are working on the matter and thought they would be able to give a report within -the next two weeks. They hoped the release of materials would enable them to complete the stations within a very short time. Alderman Harwood for the -PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub - witted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that proposals for furnishing dog tags and peddlers, solicitors and chauffeurs badges were solicited from eight firms. Two proposals were received - one from C.H. Hanson Co. and American `Seal and Stamp Co. It is'recommended that the City Council authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to accept the proposal of the low bidder, C`.H. Hanson Co. for furnishing 400 zinc badges at $15 per 100 and 3600 aluminum dog tags at $37:50 per M. and charge to the proper account. This has the approvah of the Chairman of the Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee; and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber,° Reynolds, Kimbark,'Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin,'Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford'(16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood stated that the Commissioner .'of Public Works was authorized to'sell a crane belonging to the city and advertised for bids. The highest bid on the original proposal was $3368 but one'additional bidder increased his price and three of the original bidders raised their price. The low bid was $2075 and the high bid was $4750. It is the recommendation of the committee with the approval of the Chairman of the Street Committee that the high bid from the Graham Paving Co. of $4750 be -accepted - that checks of the unsuccessful bidders be returned and that the check of the successful'bidder be returned upon payment of the purchase price, this purchase money to be credited to account -No. 609-A and earmarked for the purchase of a track tractor with loader, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach,`Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): .Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood stated in connection with the above sale, that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to advertise a 521 for bids for a track type tractor with loader and other. equipment attached, and:•so moved. Duly seconded and carried Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount:of $540.11 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye.Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain,. Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. • -Alderman Thoma for the WATER COMMITTEE• referred to report given to the aldermen on subject of Recommendations for Water Works Development, with request that it be carefully studied for -.a meeting next week. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Kimbark of the Third Ward referred to pamphlet on parking meters, stating it is well*worth considering as to whether we could use parking meters. Moved same be referred to the Traffic Engineer and'the Police Committee for their consideration. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood of the Seventh, -Ward stated that at his request the Traffic Engineer posted :Slow signs at both entrance and exit to alley between Monticello Place and -Clinton Place. Despite these warnings thetrucks speed through that alley, and moved a reference to the Chief of Police to see if the matter cannot be checked and arrests made if necessary to stop the nuisance. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood submitted a report from the Commis- . sioner of Public Works stating that the city has been asked to continue the collection of prepared tin cans for at least six months more. We have had complaints from the de -tinning company about sand, gravel and other materials getting into the solution. This is caused by the. crane picking up this excessmaterial with the cans during the loading of the freight car. Further, we are getting rid of our crane. He recommends the purchase of a.portable conveyor for the Salvage Com- mittee. Bids were solicited from four suppliers and two bids were received. It is recommended that the Flight-Veyor be purchased from the American Conveyor Co. for 0565 (low bid) and charged to the Special Salvage fund, subject to approval of the Salvage Committees 522 and so moved. • Motion- seconded..by Alderman James. • Voting aye Aldermen Bersbachr, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds,, Kimbark,•Mogg, MacSteven,,James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery,, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma,,and Hungerf.ord (16):••.- Voting nay' none. • Motion. carried. UNDER MI`SCELLANEOU'S BUSINESS: • Mayor •Ingraham thanked Alderman James for his help in serving as Mayor pro tem during his. absence., _ Mayor Ingraham made, the following appointments - •of. names previously introduced: , Axel M. Anderson, .,Special Police -Beach Guard N.W.Univ. Richard Roth, rr 'r 6 months renewal Luther, M. Avery,: 6 rr n Alderman Rubin moved .that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. For Council records, Chief Ekman has announced that the following probationary patrolmen.have been..sworn in for a 60 11 1"T:r , day period effective September 1, 1945: William C. Fleming, Probationary Patrolman Elmer Jantho rr rr James L. Ge t chiu s, r► rr John P. Schmidt, Russell E. Stephens, rr it Upon..motion duly seconded and carried, the Council . adjourned at, 10:30 ,P.M. ,� ,,w• Edward, W.- Bell,, , City Clerk ` t -523 Evanston, Illinois t `s` City Hall- 01 September 10, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held September 10, 1945, convening at 10:25" P.M. ' PRESENT: (14) Alderman Bersbach rr Hemenway " Barber Reynolds Kimbark �► Mogg MacSteven Jourdain " Rubin N Brandt } 4 it Corcoran - " Harwood - Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: (2). " James " Emery Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting lheld'September'4; 1945, be approved without reading.. Duly seconded and carried.' Alderman Kimbark for 'the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and; transfers be authorized: ; City. Clerk's Office j'­ $13.72' City. Collector's Office 2.94 City' Hall Building 35.57 . City Hall Building 300.00 City Treasurer's Office 1.73 Contingent Fund 122.57 'Contingent Furid 96.67, Contingent Fund 7.00 -Fire Department 266.60 Fire Department 159.57 • -Garbage Department' 779.67 Health Department 526.26 Legal Fund - 18.25 .Miscellaneous Fund 23.96 Motor Fuel Tax -;Special Account 173.93 Motor Fuel -Tax -Special 266.81 -Account Park Department �� 39.38 Playground Department 129.01 + '-Police Department- 192.34 Police 'Department 32.47 Prepaid Insurance 4.80 Public Works Department' 57.49 -Public Works Department •22.79•• ' Public•Works Department - 76.64 Salvage -Special Account 55.80 Street & Bridge Department 50358.20 ' Pumping Station a 183.04 Pumping Station 573.42 Filtration Plant 12.59 Water Mains Bureau 46.93 Water Mains Bureau 12,50 Water Meter Bureau 481:.89 Miscellaneous Fund 19.63 524 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenw'ay, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment ' of the following.temporary payrolls to be paid September 14, 19450 same to be charged to the proper accounts: Police Department Police Department Street & Bridge Repair Dept. Civil Service Commission Small Parks Department Playgrounds Department Playgrounds Department Water Department Public Works Dept. -Sewer Water Department City Hall Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. $30.00 141.75 6*625.50 36.00 1:545.08 501.41 116.00 336.99 252.09 52.64 24.75 379.28 16.48 0 Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. -Motion carried. L Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond.period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted request from Mrs. ,T.R. Norr for permission to have a bonfire sing at Greenwood Street Beach Sunday, October 7, 1945 from 9 to 10 P.M. for about 100 people from various churches. The Park Committee has considered this request and recommends it be granted, and;so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Chief of Police: "In reply to Alderman Harwood's reference to speeding in alley between Monticello and Clinton Place, I want to assure you that special attention will be given this complaint." AldermanMacSteven presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED "TRAFFIC REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON" BY ADDING THEREO A SECTION TO BE DESIGNATED AS SECTION 76-B -.Traffic on Cleveland Street. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. On motion of Alderman Harwood seconded by 525 Alderman Reynolds requested that action on this ordinance be held over for one week. Later Under Call of Wards, after discussion by Alderman MacSteven regarding the holding over of the ordinance, Alderman Harwood with the consent of Alderman Reynolds withdrew his motion. Whereupon Alderman Thoma moved to revert back to the business of the Police Com- mittee for purpose of considering the ordinance. Duly seconded by Alderman Hungerford and carried. Alderman MacSteven then presented and moved the passage of the above ordinance. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works and Chief of Police advising that the stock of tear gas shells and bombs must be discarded, due to age, as they have lost their effectiveness and the Police Department recommends the purchase of 25 tear gas jumbo grenades and 25 tear gas 12" projectile shells. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be given authority to purchase the above materials at the best price available. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Police Committee and the Purchasing Committee., and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that he advertised and requested by letter bids from about six companies for furnishing necessary quantities of decalcomanias or transparencies for use by the safety lane during 1946. Only one bid was received - that of American Decalcomania Co. on 44,900 decalcomanias or transparencies at 4� each. It is recom- mended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to accept the proposal submitted by the American Decalcomania Co. to furnish 44,900 decalcomanias or transparencies in accordance with city's specifications, the expenditure to be charged to item No. 128-A. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, 526 Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion.carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that the fence around Larimer Park is badly in need of repairs. Proposals have been received from the Cyclone Fence Co. and the Chicago Fence & Equipment Co. It .is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to accept the proposal of the low bidder, Cyclone Fence Co, to make the necessary repairs to fence around Larimer Park, in accordance with their pro- posal for` the sum 'of $892.00 - same to be charged to item No. 516. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Park Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford-, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. 'Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing three bids received for furnishing 2 snow plows for the :Street Department. It is recommended that the Com- missioner of Public Works -be authorized to purchase 2 Baker snow plows from the low bidder, R.C. Larkin Co. in accordance with city specifications and their proposal of August 25, 1945. It is also recommended that'the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to return the deposit check of the unsuccessful bidders immediatelg, and the deposit check of the successful bidder upon satisfactory delivery of the plows. This has the approval of the Street and Purchasing Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Aemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. ' •Alderman Harwood also submitted the following 'report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "An inspection this week showed that a section of the City sewer on Main ;Street east of Asbury Avenue is in need of replace- ment. .Since the Sewer Department does not have the necessary men or..equipment to do this work at this time, it is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to advertise for bids covering this work. The work involves replacement of about 75 feet of sewer. Plans and specifications will be on file 'in the Commissioner ofPublic Workts office." Accordingly moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized I 527 to advertise for bids covering this work. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "We are in position to buy a four-wheel drive truck in excellent condition, practically new, for $900. This would serve to carry snow plow for heavy duty work,' also for towing purpose. We are anxious to get a truck with four-wheel drive for use in heavy blizzards. This truck is onw of the armored cars declared surplus by the army. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase this vehicle at a price of §900, the ex- penditure to be charged to account No. 595. We will have a surplus in other accounts sufficient to take care of this amount." , Alderman Harwood stated that this truck new cost over $3,000. This has the approval of the Finance, Street and -Purchasing Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14) Voting nay none. Motion -carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF -COMMITTEE submitted the following bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $426.02 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. - Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran,, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Im Alderman Harwood for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted Estimate No. 1 Partial in the amount of $38,929.99 due Arcole Midwest Corporation for work done on Section 30-C..S. for resurfacing portions of Central Street, Howard Street, Grant Street and Maple Avenue. The bill is presented for approval of payment from Motor Fuel Tax funds furnished for this purpose by the 'State Highway Department. This has the approval of the Street Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works relative to request from St. Francis Hospital, 355 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, for a waiver of permit fee for the laying of 493 linear feet of cement sidewalk on their property fronting the hospital. This has the approval of the Finance and 528 Street Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Kimbark. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "Attached find copy of agreement between the State of Illinois, Division of Highways: and the City of Evanston,, for maintenance of those portions of city streets now being used as State Bond Issue Routes Nos. 42 and 58s for -the period from July 1, 1945 to June 30 1946. The terms and conditions of this agreement are identical with those which have been in effect for the past several years with the exception of the notice to the State Highway Department when making repairs costing more than $250.00. This amount pre- viously was $500.00. This exception will have no effect in our working conditions. It is recommended that the City Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute this agreement on behalf of the City of Evanston." . This has the approval of the Street Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye=Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also reported that a bad condition exists on Custer Avenue between Oakton 'Street and Washington Street, and in this connection presented and moved{the adoption of the fol- lowing resolution, which has the approval of the :Street Committee: "WHEREAS, the City of Evanston having resurfaced Custer Avenue from Oakton Street to Washington Street with asphalt concrete in 1986 on what appeared to be a good -and tested macadam base; and WHEREAS, in the past five years the City of Evanston has been compelled to remove wood sheathing protruding through asphalt sur- face at several locations between Reba Place and Oakton :Street, and repair asphalt surface; and WHEREAS, it is now necessary to cut the sheathing protruding through the asphalt surface which has become deformed and to' repair .the said surface; and WHEREAS, this protruding sheathing and deformities of paving constitute a definite hazard; and WHEREAS, it has been determined that the Sanitary District of Chicago is directly responsible for this condition as said sheath- ing was left in place during construction -of -their sewer in Custer Avenue: NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY.RESOLVED - that.the Sanitary District of Chicago is hereb petitioned to remove or cut said sheathing; and place the surface in prover condition to,save the City of Evanston further expense and to save further hazard to motorists and pedestrians; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED - That the City Clerk is hereby in- structed and authorized to send a certified copy of this resolution to the President of the Board of The Sanitary District of Chicago and to the Chief Engineer of the .Sanitary District of Chicago. Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds and carried. 529 Alderman Harwood submitted reported from the Com missiorier of Public Works requesting that the following excerpts of previous -minutes and the new resolution be read into the City Council records. This has the approval of the :Street Committee, and so moved. SUBJECT: Ridge - Emerson Viaduct. "On January 27, 1941 Alderman Parsons submitted the following report from W.W. Polk, Commissioner of Public Works: On January 13, 1941: a reference was made to the Commissioner of Public Works to prepare and send petitions to the proper state officials in regard to improvement of Sheridan Road along Calvary Cemetery and also the Ridge, Emerson,,Green Bay intersection and viaduct. In my opinion, this matter can best be handled by the adoption by the City Council of formal resolutions. :Such resolutions covering the above items and also the improvement of .Sheridan Road from Main Street to :South Blvd. which it is considered desirable to include, have been prepared and are submitted herewith for consideration by the City Council. It is believed that formal resolutions sent to all interested officials and departments will be more effective in obtaining favorable action on these matters. If these resolutions are passed by the City Council, it is suggested that a suitable letter accompany the resolutions when they are forwarded to the proper officials." The following resolution, prepared by Mr. Polk, passed unanimously by the City Council: "WHEREAS, certain roadways located in the City of Evanston and designated by the State of Illinois, Department of Public Works and, Buildings, Division of Highways, as State Bond Issue Route 58 and as State Aid Route 55, and State Aid Route 57, intersect at or near the viaduct passing beneath the tracks,of the Milwaukee Division of the Chicago and North Western Railroad at Emerson :Street; and WHEREAS, those portions of the aforesaid roadways which traverse said viaduct and which form the approaches to said viaduct are very greatly in need of reconstruction; and WHEREAS, the physical layout of said viaduct'and approaches is such as to render it unsuitable to the safe conduct of vehicular and pedestrian traffic; and WHEREAS, the greatest portion of the large volume of traffic using said.roadways is not local traffic; and WHEREAS., this traffic is attracted to said roadways principally by virtue of said designation as State Bond Issue Route 580 State Aid Route 55, and State Aid Route 57, respectively; and ` WHEREAS, the City of Evanston feels that the improvement of said roadways and viaduct is the direct responsibility of said Division of Highways: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED - that the Division of Highways of the State of Illinois is hereby petitioned to reconstruct said viaduct and such portions of the roadway of `Emerson Street, Green Bay Road and Ridge Avenue as constitute the approaches to said viaduct; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED - that the City Clerk is hereby instructed and authorized to send a certified copy of this resolution to the Governor of the .State of Illinois, to the Members of the State Legis- lature from this District, to the Director of the Department of Public Works and Buildings, and to the Chief Highway Engineer and the District Engineer of the Division of Highways of the Department of Public Works and Buildings." Previous to this time, as far back as 1930, this problem has vexed the City. No apparent results have been achieved even to this date. The Illinois Planning Commission is now working on a public work program. The ;State Legislature passed a Bill appropriating money for planning. Money is also available on loan without interest, repayable when the financing of the project isarranged for. Planning 530 of this long delayed and important improvement should now commence. It is suggested that the Council pass the attached resolution. It is further suggested that the Mayor be requested to transmit a suitable letter with copy of resolution to proper officials. Accordingly Alderman Harwood also presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: WHEREAS, the improvement known as Emerson -Ridge viaduct and roadway is.a direct responsibility of the Division of Highways of the 'State of Illinois; ' NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT I.S HEREBY RESOLVED - that the Division of Highways of the State of Illinois is hereby petitioned to reconstruct said viaduct and such portions of the roadway of Emerson Street, Green Bay Road, and Ridge Avenue as constitute the approaches to said viaduct; and - BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED - that the City Clerk is hereby in- structed and authorized to send a certified copy of this resolution to the Governor of the State of Illinois, to the Members of the State Legislature from this District, to the Director of the Depart- ment of Public Works and Buildings, and to the Chief Highway Engineer, the District Engineer of the Division of Highways of the Department of Public Works and Buildings, and to the Illinois .:State Planning Commission. Motion seconded by Alderman Jourdain and carried. Alderman Thoma for the WATER COMMITTEE addressed the Council as follows: ' "The -Water Committee some six months ago secured a report on the Water Plant from the engineering firm of Alvord, Burdick & Howson, who were engineers for the City. After giving this report considerable study we ascertained that the water works at the present time has practically met its capacity and with the building boom which we all feel will -be with us for the next five or six years, it is necessary that an expansion program be planned. To give you some figures, our present filters have a total capcaity of 24 million gallons per day and during 1945 we reached as high as 25 million gallons per day, so you can see how precarious our situation is. At the time we proposed this new filtration plant we also proposed a new pumping station. The majority of the piping around the various pumps at the water works are 75 years old, and we feel. this is sufficient .time for the life of this equipment. We also propose a permanent sea wall. At the present time we have sheet piling, which from time to time has to be filled in with rock; and we propose a permanent steel interlocking wall. After going over this report very carefully, it is recomm- endation of the Committee to authorize the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Alvord. Burdick & Howson for the drafting of plans and specifications in line with their proposal as discussed by the Water Committee." This is the full recommendation of the Water Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Barber. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Thoma moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to advertise for bids on 1200 lineal feet of 10 inch pipe.and fittings to be laid on Dempster Street between Pitner, Avenue and Dodge Avenue. Duly seconded and carried. 5.31 UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward stated that we have several ordinances on our books, with one requiring that property owners have lights on the rear steps and also in vestibules of apartment buildings. With the aggravated condition of citizens at the.present time, moved that the Building Commissioner and the Police Committee see to it that this ordinance is enforced. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood of the .Seventh Ward reported that when walking on Orrington Avenue on Sunday he noticed that the people are now raking the leaves and he hoped that bonfires will not be started on the newly paved .streets in any part of town. Moved a reference to the Chief of Police to see that our ordinances are enforced and that the new pavements are not jeopardized by these fires. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt of the ;Sixth Ward reported that Alderman Emery and himself had received numerous letters and resolutions from various organizations in the Sixth Ward regarding the latest sex incident in the Lincolnwood School district, adjacent to which there is a forest preserve. Communications from the Lincolnwood School P.T.A. and the North End Mothers Club are requesting that something,be done about the Forest Preserves as the time has }come for definite action when it threatens any of our children and we must do away with the danger this Forest Preserve is creating. Moved that the Mayor be requested to ask the County Commissioners to immediately remove the underbrush from the Forest Preserves at Colfax Street, Grant Street and Ewing Avenue, adjacent to the Lincolnwood ,School. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt moved a reference to the Park'Committee, Corporation Counsel and the Mayor that action be taken to see if, we cannot take steps to secure the Forest Preserves as a city park, or at least to control them in some way by making arrangements with the, County Commissioners. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt moved a reference to the Public Utilities Committee regarding the necessity for taxicabs at the stand on Central .Street at the "L" station. We have granted these stands to the cab companies and if they are not going to be used then they should be taken away from them. This is a very useful cab stand and it should 532 be occupied with cabs. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark of the Third Ward made the following report: "One hot afternoon last week, either Wednesday or Thursday, I was confronted by a somewhat disturbed citizen who said •that he b&d, just come out from the Chicago loop on the "L" and that.the'trip had consumed one hour and thirty-five minutes of time. He•further stated (and I am quoting from memory).that he rode on the "L" daily to and from Chicago and such a time consuming trip was no unusual experience. He felt for such a nice little city as Evanston, that we had exceed- ingly poor transportation facilities and that it was up to the City Council to see that they were improved. The gentleman was not very specific nor did I obtain his name, but I thanked him for calling my attention to this.situation, which certainly should be corrected if it does prevail, and I told him that I would see what could be done about it. Incidentally on the following Friday one of the employees of my place of business had to -go to Chicago and I asked him to take the "L" and to note carefully the time in transit. He reported that it took only 30 minutes each way. My conversation with the gentleman with the complaint eras very pleasant until he switched from "L" transportation to taxicabs and bluntly stated that he and the citizens of Evanston blame the poor status of cab service directly on the.City Council, because we had consistently refused to issue enough cab licenses. If this is the prevailing idea, I think it only fair that the citizens be advised that during the War years and up until about three weeks ago the issuing of cab licenses was strictly under control of the O.D.T. and that as soon as these restrictions were lifted the Evanston City Council took action and only last week the Public Utilities Committee authorized the City Collector to issue 24 more licenses and took other steps aimed at improving cab services. Going back to the .."L" situation, out of deference to the complaint received, I would.like to make a reference to the Public Utilities Committee and the Mavor, that a check -be made into the train schedules and the_maintenance thereof of the Chicago Elevated Railway." Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINE-S:S: Mayor Ingraham intro- duced the following name for -confirmation at next meeting of the City Council; James A. Holmes, Special Police - 6 months renewal Mayor Ingraham announced that he has appointed Mr. Virgil C. Baurhyte as a member of the'Civil.Service Commission to succeed himself for a term of three years, expiring ::September 1, 1948. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 11:15 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 533 Evanston, Illinois City Hall, ,September 17, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held :September 17, 1945, convening at 11:10 P.M. PRESEN,T: (15) Alderman Bersbach Hemenway , rr Barber Reynolds " Kimbark it Mogg !' MacSteven • " Jourdain " Rubin !' Brandt " Emery !' Corcoran '.' Harwood '.' Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: (1) " James .Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that -the Minutes of Meeting held .September 10, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Communication from James N. Lott addressed to Alderman Harwood requesting that the bus stop be moved from in front of his building at 1222 Central Street to the southwest corner of Asbury Avenue and Central Street.. Alderman Harwood moved same be referred to the Traffic Engineer and the Public Utilities Committee. Duly seconded and carried. City Treasurer's Financial ;Statement as of August 31, 1945. Alderman Kimbark moved same be referred to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted application received from Eleanor Rowe requesting permission to move a two story frame house from 2325 Prairie Avenue to 2040 Dodge Avenue over the following route: West -from present location to. Green Bay Road, thence south to the south side of the right-of-way. of the Sanitary District, thence southwesterly to Brown Avenue, then east and south to the new location. The route has been checked and approved by the Department of Public Works. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application -be granted, and.so.moved. Duly seconded and carried. 534 Alderman Jourdain submitted an application received from Mr. E.L. Jones requesting permission to build a two car frame garage on the rear of the vacant property at 2443 Ridge Avenue. He intends to build a house on the front of the lot next spring and wants to use the garage to store tools and an automobile over the winter. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bill, same to be charged to the proper account: :Salvage -Special Account 27.20 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for "the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted report from the Superintendent of Bureau of Recreation advising that plans for observation of Hallowe'e n are now being considered. In line with what the City has been doing for the past several years the Department requests that a sum of $300.00 be advanced towards the expense of sponsoring some thirteen programs throughout the City. The money allotted for this -activity should be charged to item No. 557. The Park Committee has considered this request and recommends that this - money be appropriated for that purpose and charged to item No. 557, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Kimbark. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg submitted report from the .Superintendent of the Bureau of Recreation concerning letter received from Mrs. 0. Cameron Moffatt, 1205 Michigan Avenue, stating that the neighborhood has enioved Elliot Park so much more this year that some of the mothers thought it a good idea to let you know about it Miss Millard and Miss Z35 Sutherland have been fine with the children and they considered them- selves fortunate in having such fine girls as Playground Directors. Alderman Mogg fated that the City administration is always glad.to get letters like the above. Alderman Mac'Steven for the POLICE COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Chief of Police; "In reply to Alderman Harwood's reference to burning leaves on newly paved.streets, I wish to advise that Officers will give this matter special attention. Instructions to Officers - allow no person to burn nor set fire to any grass, leaves or other combus- tible material upon any public sidewalk, public street, public driveway or public alley which is constructed.or paved with concrete or asphalt material. No fire shall be set nor permitted to burn in any place or manner as to endanger surrounding property or to obstruct any public street or alley. Any person burning or setting fires to combustible material shall carefully Supervise and watch the same at all times.'' During.the past week the Police Department cleaned up nine a'tb'- theft cases and then or more larceny from auto. cases through the arrest of. five boys, 16 and 17 years of age. This group of boys also admit pilfering about 150" glove compartments of parked automobiles. rr "Rape case which occured on September 16th in the Forest Pre- serve on Grant :Street. was cleared also through the apprehension - and arrest of a 16 year old boy who is now confined in the Juvenile home." "The Municipal Testing lane was officially opened this date. It is.now in full operation. Some complaints have been made about the overcrowding and the Chief of Police states that the Station will be open on Saturdays in order to take care of this problem." Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $15.32 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach,'Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood for the .STREET COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works as follows; "The Consolidated Pointing and Cleaning_Company has applied for a permit to sandblast and tuckpoint building at the northwest corner of Chicago Avenue and Davis Street. It is recommended that they be granted this permit subject to the posting of the proper bond and complying with other reg- ulations of the Department of Public Works." ' This has the unanimous approval of the Street Committee, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. 536 Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE submitted a`report of the Committee advising that the Zoning Board of Appeals has recommended the granting of an appeal filed,by Dr. E.D. Coolidge for a variation from the rear yard requirements of the Zoning Ordinance at 1924 Central .Street. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation, of the Board and grant the appeal, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Barber and carried. Alderman Bersbach also submitted a report of the P Committee advising that the Zoning Board of Appeals has recommended the granting of an appeal filed by James M. Corcoran for permission to build a five unit row house'.on the property at the northwest corner of Church Street and Ashland Avenue. 'Committee.on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Board and grant the appeal, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Barber and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Hemenway of the First Ward moved a reference to the Public Utilities Committee' to see if it is possible to have the Bus Company restore the stop formerly made at Chicago Avenue and Hamilton Street.' Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Barber of the Second Ward stated that in view of the recent activities of crime throughout the city, moved that the.Police Committee and the Finance Committee take necessary steps to increase the police force immediately to such a number as the Chief of Police deems adequate. Duly 'seconded and carried.. Alderman Corcoran of the Seventh Ward stated he had received complaints from the citizens on Clinton Place between' -Ridge Avenue and Sheridan Road about the excessive speeding taking place there. It is a narrow street and with parking on both sides and the many small children it is a hazard. They indicated they would like to have Slow signs placed along there and moved a reference to the Traffic Engineer and the'Police.Committee regarding this. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward addressed the Council as follows: "You are no doubt all aware of the latest crime incident which again occured in the Eighth Ward. It happened this morning at 10 o'clock, an attempted rape at B14 Mulford Street. About three weeks ago we had a similar incident on Clyde Avenue and yet the rapist has not been caught or apprehended. 537 This evening ten residents of the Eighth Ward appeared in an outraged fashion before the Aldermen and demanded police protection in the Eighth Ward. These people have always felt that they have been left out of the city and that the city ended at Cleveland Street and Reba Place. It is getting so the women will not go out, <the men are getting their guns loaded and something is going to happen in the Eighth Ward. I do not know anything about police work, but I do know the Police Department is charged with the safety and protection of all citizens in town. Other occurences have happened in the Second and Sixth Wards and I am asking for a better share of police in the Eighth Ward. Petty. violations should be forgotten for the present and go after the major things as rape crime. We have an important crime wave in this town at the present time and it is the job of our Police Department that have the experience and are trained, to ferret these cri finals wherever they are and if they are coming from Chicago lets get them. We do not want any six months investigation and we want them apprehended. Moved a'-refeience that we in the Eighth Ward have adequate police protection1for the coming weeks to restore confidence in the minds and hear,ts.of those people, I mean police patrolling either by foot or vehicle. The Chief has promised he will have two motorcycles assigned in that district. It•needs police patrolling and I am charging that responsibility to that depart- ment. Let us do the job and do it quick." Alderman HungerforS of the Eighth Ward addressed the Council as follows: "I cannot express too strongly my accord in what my fellow colleague has said. The citizenry from the Eighth Ward which appeared tonight was a spontaneous committee. They are thoroughly aroused; they are not only angry but they are frightened. This attack occured at 10 o'clock in the morning. I have lived there 18 years and I have never locked my door but.from now on the doors will be locked day and night, until we apprehend the criminal, and I demand that the Police force do something about this situation in the Eighth Ward. We should have patrolmen and they should patrol the streets and not on Howard Street, and the new wheelers should be patrolling the streets in.that section. It is a dangerous situation and the citizenry are thoroughly aroused and unless something is done to protect them the police force will have to answer for its negligence, if it is negligence, or the.Council will have to." Mayor Irigrah" stated that everything is being done and we know the criminal will be apprehended. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: James A. Holmes, :Special Police - 6 months renewal and: Virgil C. Baurhyte, to succeed himself for a term of three years as a i4ember of the Civil .Service Commission, t6rm of office to expire September 1, 1948, Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and,carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at�thenext meeting of the City Council: Fred A. Hertwig, :Special Police - 6 months renewal Floyd S. Timmons,' rr rr 6 rr 'Joseph Lee, rr rr 6 rr rr 538 For Council records, Chief Ekman has announced that i Charles.L..Schwarz, having completed his probationary period in a• most satisfactory.manner,.has been sworn in as a -regular patrolman. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the,Council adjourned at 11:30 P.M. Edward W: Bell, , City Clerk.- � , Evanston, Illinois City Hall .September 24, 1945 Regular Meeting'•of';the City Council held September 24, .1945, con- vening at .9:55 P.M. i PRESENT: (15) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway " Barber r' Reynolds Kimbark " Mogg " MacSteven rr James 'r Jourda in Rubin Brandt Corcoran " Harwood r' `Thoma Hungerford AB SENT : (1) 'r Emery . Mayor[ -Ingraham presiding. ' ` AldermanRubin moved that the Minutes of,,Meeting held {September 17, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Report of Mayor Ingraham to the Council: "For information ,of the Council and the benefit of our cit izens, I deem it proper to clarify some current facts and circum- stances. Communitie's do riot 'change from one'extreme to another,. over night. Evanston has long been a community of.law abiding citizens and will so remain., Its record of crime, both past and,present, is below the°average'f or cities -of similar size in large metropolitan areas. In spite of the fact that there have been recent. occurrences of the character to arouse fear and anxiety, particularly when those occurrences are accompanied'by'exaggerated description and rumors, plain facts do,, not indicate that Evanston has become afflicted with a crime wave. Records disclose that seven cases of rape'have been committed in Evanston this year. The'guilty parties have been appre- hended by Evanston police in six of these cases. In 1944, by way of comparison there were .six such offenses and `five convictions. In 1944 there were twenty reported cases of aggravated assa.ult of all kinds, including attempted rape with eleven of those cases cleared by apprehension of the guilty parties. Thus far this year there have been but ten such reported cases with five of them solved. In 1944 there 539 were one hundred thirteen reported burglaries while in 1945 there has been but thirty-three such offenses to date. In 1931, by comparison, there were two hundred seventeen reported burglaries. The Evanston Police Department has not ceased to function nor has it failed to act efficiently. Members have volunteered for extra duty after their regular shift was ended and others have remained on duty around the clock. Within the past few weeks an Evanston youth, who had been molesting young girls in the Lincolnwood area, was appre- hended through clever detective work and is now in custody awaiting trial in the County Juvenile Court: A few weeks ago., -officers in a squad car, while passing along the street, heard screams and one of the 'officers apprehended, at the point of a gun, a white man who was beating a woman in a threatened attack. Another arrest was made of the man who had been calling at homes in north Evanston under the pretense of seeking work while in fact doing sneak thief burglary whenever he found no one home. A call from a citizen to report her suspicion made this arrest by a squad car possible. The Police Detective Bureau has never been abolished. At my direction the plain clothes detail of the Detective.Bureau 'Was ordered placed in uniform as part of a program to eliminate gambling and the sale of liquor by delegating direct responsibility to the Lieutenants in charge of the various details instead of leaving this matter to any particular unit, commonly described as a vice squad. These Lieutenants at all times had and have .authority to use men in plain clothes for police work whenever the occasion arose. Institutions of gambling and law violation have no place in this cormnunity. They will not be tolerated and arrests by our Police.Department will be made whenever they are found to exist. Non-resident seekers of this type of diversion will have to go elsewhere, all those who insist upon operating such places of business will be punished and -local residents, if there be any, who demand this kind of amusement, had best seek other localities. Until recently the police personnel consisted of seventy-four men, fifty of whom were assigned to the patrol division, which division has now been increased to fifty-eight patrolmen. Additional men, recently authorized by the Council, are being added and members of the Department on military leave, some of whom are.returning shortly, will greatly augment our present -force. It is hoped that by January lst the full pre-war strength of the Department can be re-established. In the meantime; Evanston is benefiting, beyond measure, from the. voluntary work of the Emergency police, whose strength in number is far greater than any organized force a city of this size could be expected to maintain. These men who have been serving for four years have and rightfully deserve our deepest gratitude and I know they will continue to give us their best support. Within the past few weeks over sixty suspects have been picked up by the Evanston police alone, in connection with the recent offenses in, south Evanston. All of these suspects have been inter- viewed and investigated, thirty of them were viewed by witnesses and then were put through lie detector tests. Over three thousand pictures of suspicious characters from the files of our Police Depart- ment and the files of the Sex Offense Bureau of Chicago have been reviewed. Police from Chicago, and particularly from the .-Rogers Park Station, have cooperated wholeheartedly: Evanston and Chicago Police are convinced that one and the same person was responsible for the crimes which took place on Clyde Avenue and Mulford Street in Evanston and the.two offenses and the rape case which occured on Juneway Terrace in Chicago.. Evanston's Police Department is well organized, it has two-way radio and modern equipment, additional men in uniform have been assigned to walk beats in residential areas and officers are operating in plain clothes wherever circumstances require. There is -no need for hysteria or alarm but constant vigilance, care and caution by citizens at all times will assist materially, not only in apprehending suspicious characters but in preventing crime. Citizens may rest assured that protection will be given and that no effort will be spared to arrest and prosecute, to the limit, all persons ilty of law violation..rr ( signedY B. G. Ingraham, Mayor In this connection, Alderman MacSteven Chairman of the Police Com- mittee read a report made by the Chief of Police shoring a, ccmn€�riscn, of figures over -a period of five years, namely; 1928, 1929, 1931, 1944 and 1945 of -the major crimes, rape, robbery, aggravated assault and burglary. Alderman MacSteven stated that he had complete confidence 540 in'the Police Department and that they are doing a good job. Alderman Brandt stated that seldom had he seen such poor journalism as reported in connection with the rape cases; that it waspoor journalism,to use the same story day after day, that it was poor journalism to refer to Roscoe Street in Chicago as being near to Evanston, because of a few cases that have come up, bad as `they are. We are not condoning those cases and as soon as the ,crime wave broke we immediately put the police force back on the pre-war basis. We,took other steps such as cleaning up the Forest. Preserves; we have :taken every step that is required by law and many more not required. However, there is also a raping of the good name of the -City of Evanston, a city of homes, and that is as serious as anything'I know. It effects the children, it effects the fathers and mothers. I resent any action on the part of the .Press. They do not mean it, they have done it unintentionally." I wish to move a vote of confidence in the Evanston Police Force as an answer to the -Press. Motion seconded by Alderman Kimbark. Aldermen James, Jourdain, Reynolds then spoke in favor of the motion. Whereupon Alderman i Bersbach inquired as to whether or not copies of the Mayor's'report will be furnished to the Press, and upon being assured they were, made a request of the Press that said report be published verbatim. Motion carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Resolution signed by eight citizens requesting that a com- mittee be allointed with full power and authority to study and to review.all pertinent city records, especially those referring to the Police Department and to crime. Alderman Hungerford moved same be referred to the Mayor and the Police Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Communication Godfrey Schroeder, 812 Clark Street requesting that the lamp post at the intersection of the alley and Clark -Street be lit. Alderman Rubin moved same be referred to the Lighting Com- mittee and the Commissioner of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried.. Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted application received from W.O. Jeffery, Jr. requesting per- mission to build a fence,six feet high along the rear of his property at 2223 Central Park Avenue. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department $14.13 City' Colle ct,or t s Office 51,24 City Hall Building 15.28 Civil Service, Commission 13.06 Contingent Fund 814.00 Fire Department 6.00 Garbage Department 2,00 Health Department 192.13 Municipal Court 200.10 New Municipal Building 39.26 541 Park Department 10749.03 Playground Department 99.03 Police Department 351.09 Public Works Department 177.'88 Sidewalk=Special Account 76.50 Street &.Bridge.Department 1,906.42 Pumping Station 5.70 , Filtration Plant 117.00 Water Mains Bureau 33.20 Water Meter Bureau 371.17 Municipal Court 18.27 Miscellaneous Fund 20.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, .Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mac:Steven,, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Mdtion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the f ollbwing temporary payrolls to be paid September 28, 19450 same to be charg-ed- to the proper accounts:. -- Small ParksiDepartment $1,541.42 Public Works Department 89.76 City Hall Building 18&100 Civil Service Commission 36.00 Civil Service Commission 20.00 Civil Service Commission 112.50 Playground Department 99.50 Playground Department 87.00 Public Works Department 469.92 Public Works Department -Sewer 248.49 Water Department 120.00 Police Department 535.50 Water Department 318.66 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 70169.44 Police Department 50.00 Police Department 295.00 Police Department 30.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kiriibark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman. Kimbark submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "Under provisions of Illinois Senate Bill 303, now a law, municipalities will be granted money by the State-to•assist in the cost of preparation of plans and specifications for public works projects. These funds will be granted on a matching basis, the city supplying the balance of funds over and above the grant. The maximum grant will be 2% of the cost of.the project. . The City Council has authorized three projects which are eligible, for these funds, namely: 1. New Municipal Building 2. Police, Fire and Municipal Court Building 3. Water Works extension program 542 The Commissioner of Public Works requests authoritv to file application for these grants from the State of Illinois." Alderman Kimbarkin moving approval of authority, stated that this represents no commitment on the part of the Council. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council, convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Rubin for the LIGHTING COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "The street lighting system is operating on its pre-war schedule. It should be called to the attention of the public that there was no change whatsoever in the lighting in the .residential areas'at any time during the war or since, except where Ridge Avenue and Sheridan Road passed thru. These two boulevards have a so-called double lighting, i.e. twice.as many as regular streets and was operated as follows: Double system from sundown to 11 P.M. and single system from 11 P.M. to dawn. During the war the single system from sunset to sunrise has been in effect,. This change was in compliance with requests from the War Production Boa-rd and made the lighting on these two streets (.Sheridan Road -and Ridge Avenue) the same as in the other residential areas which were, to repeat, not changed during the war. Evanston',s street lighting system in residential areas is far superior to most towns in Cook County and is second to none. A ride thru other villages and cities at night will convince one of this.". Alderman Rubin moved.that this report be received and placed on file. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COM- MITTEE introduced for passage a Resolution pertaining to special assessment warrant No. 606, and moved the adoption of said Reso- lution. Motion seconded by Alderman Barber. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE reported in connection with cleaning up for the Forest Preserves, stating that through the offices of Commissioner Erickson, Mr. Charles G. Sauers, Chief Forester, the Mayor and he went over that property, and the work of cutting the underbrush for a distance from the curb has started and the path widened. As to the second part of that refer- ence, work has started on that but we are not yet ready to make a report. 543 Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE reported that we are to have plans for the New Municipal Building ready ina week or ten days and expect in two or three weeks to have complete plans for the new Police and Fire Station. Alderman Harwood for'the PURCHASING COMMITTEE:Sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising -that the Police Department is in need of two radio receivers for the two new motorcycles. A quotation of $350 plus Illinois :Sales tax has been received from the Galvin Mfg. -Co. for 2 motorola radio receivers. It is reccm mended -that the Commissioner of.Public Works be authorized to purchase 2 Motorola radio receivers from Galvin Manufacturing Co. in accordance with their proposal, at $350 plus Illinois sales tax, the expenditure to be charged to item No. 121. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee and Chairman of the Police Committee, and so moved. -Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, -Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mac -Steven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried.. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works listing three bids received on replacement of about 75 feet' of sewer ,in Main Street east of Asbury Avenue. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to accept the proposal of the low bidder, .Santucci Construction Co. to replace approximately 75,feet of sewer in Main Street east of Asbury Avenue intersection, for $2,303.25, the expenditure to be -charged to item No. 335. It is also recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to return the deposit checks of the unsuccessful bidders immediately and the.deposit check of the successful bidder upon satisfactory completion of the job. This has the.approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerf ord, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works listing four bids received on 1,248 feet of 10 inch cast iron pipe and fittings. Since all four companies are bidding on 18 foot lengths of Class 200 centrifugal pipe, it is 544 recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase this material from the low bidder, Glamorgan Pipe and Foundry Co. for $2,245.18, the expenditure to be charged to item No. 397. It is also recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to return the deposit checks of the unsuccessful bidders immediately and the deposit check of the successful bidder upon satis- factory delivery of the material. This has the approval of the Chairmai. of the Water Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven.. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, ,Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $624.73 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. ,Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried.' Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted the following communication from the Sanitary District of Chicago. with reference to.condition of Custer Avenue in both the 4th and 8th.Wards: "With reference to your letter of September 15, 1945 regarding condition of the pavement on Custer Avenue between Oakton and Washington Streets, please be advised that the Engineering Depart- ment of the Sanitary District of Chicago is now making the neces- sary surveys and investigations preparatory to letting a contract to correct the conditions complained about in the Resolution passed by the City Council of the City of Evanston# It is deemed advisable, however, not to award a contract to do this work until early next spring to avoid unfavorable weather conditions. You may be assured however, that the Sanitary District of Chicago will correct the conditions as complained about as ex- pediously as possible.". Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE submitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from r the Evanston Zoning'Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by the Sentinel Radio Corporation requesting permission to extend a part of a proposed one story brick factory building to be erected on the property at the southeast corner of Dempster Street and Hartrey Avenue to a line parallel to and fifty feet east of the 5.45 east boundary of Hartrey Avenue, when dedicated to its full width of sixty-six feet, provided that the following conditions are complied with: 1e a strip of land thirty-three feet wide extending from Dempster Street to Crain Street along the west boundary of the property in question is dedicated to the City of Evanston for street purposes, thus making Hartrey Avenue sixty-six feet wide; 2. the said building is set back at least seventy-five feet from the south line of Dempster Street and fifty feet from the north line of Crain Street; 3. the east, west and north walls of the building are covered with face brick; and 4, there is no entrance for vehicles from Hartrey Avenue to the property in question. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Board of Appeals and grant this appeal, subject to the conditions 1, 2 and 3 and that their recommendation as to condition number 4 be over -ruled. It is the understanding of the Committee that condition number 4 was imposed as a result of verbal objection by two objectors who have since expressed their desire to withdraw their objection. The Commissioner of Buildings is to confirm this fact., Alderman Bersbach stated that being so, moved the approval of recommendation. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark; Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. • UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward stated he had been advised by the Commissioner of Public'Works that within the next ten days work on installation of the Stop light at Custer Avenue and Howard Street will start. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward thanked the Com— missioner°of Public Works and the Park Commissioner for the good work they did in cleaning up the shrubs on Grant Street and also for the work of County Commissioner Erickson on the Forest Preserves. Alderman Brandt moved that the Mayor contact the government officials (O.D.T.) to see if it is possible to have all the bus stops -formerly made put back as soon as possible. A number of requests have been received and he believed it is for the safety of all the women and children that this be done. Duly seconded and carried. 546 Alderman Jourdain of the Fifth Ward stated that with the lifting of restrictions on materials that the Commissioner of Public Works start on work of the lighting of Foster Field as soon as possible. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also moved a reference to the Com- missioner of Public Works and Superintendent of Streets regarding repairs to alleys in the northwest section of the Fifth Ward; also for better collection of garbage. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward requested that additional li�hting.be created in the 1800 block on Madison Street, and moved that the Commissioner`of Public Works be authorized to put into operation such additional lights as will adequately light that particular block. This recommendation is concurred in by the Chairman of the Lighting Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Barber of the Second Ward made the following report: "Now that the war is over and with the lack of building during the war, that there are many people who are doubled and tripled up in homes and many buildings that have been condemned should be torn down, and there 'should be a trend towards new building. There is a tie-up between juvenile crime and badly over -crowded housing conditions. I am interested in Evanston citizens having homes for themselves and returning service men will be in need of homes. I look to the possible area that may be developed by the building of homes; one area now owned by the Sanitary District that could be well divided into park playgrounds and home areas. I am moving a reference to the City Planning Commission to consider this matter, particularly with reference to the contacting of contractors and people who might be interested in this type of development for the betterment of the City of Evanston." UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Joseph Lee, Special Police - 6 months renewal Fred A. Hertwig; " " 6 it " Floyd S. Timmons, !' " 6 " Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the .f ollowing names for confirmation at the next meeting of the City Council: John F. Fee, August Preuss, Edward J. Welsh, August Woywod, Arthur ]Baumann, Wilbur J. Trunkey, Special Police - 6 months renewal rr . It 6 " it " n 6 it tr n rr 6 " " it 6 n. it it 6 n .547 For Council records, Chief of Police Ekman has announced that John W. Weber has been sworn in as a probationary patrolman for a period of 60 days. At this time Alderman Jourdain moved that a Committee Meeting of the Whole be held to give some of the citizens present an opportunity to present their views. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Whereupon a Committee Meeting of the Whole followed. WHEN COUNCIL RECONVENED; Alderman Jourdain of the Fifth Ward stated that following the suggestion contained in a report of a survey recently made to the effect that the total number of colored policemen in Evanston's police force was far below the pro- portion which the size of the colored population merits, and also in line with the remarks concerning police conduct which have been made this evening, moved a reference'to the Mayor and the Police.Committee to see to it that in the proposed addition of new police, enough colored policemen are -added to the force to bring the total size of the negro personnel,up to the proportion which the size of the colored population merits. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also stated that much has been said regarding the danger inherent in the use of extra legal volunteer groups to supplement the work of the uniformed police. It has been repeatedly pointed out that grave clanger can arise from a policy of encouraging volunteer police and the formation of vigilante groups and citizens patrol groups. For this reason moved a reference to the Corporation Counsel for an opinion as to the legal status of these volunteer units in a city .which can well afford to pay for what police and fire protection it needs. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also moved a reference to the Police.Committee to consider thoroughly all aspects involved in the continuance of volunteer police groups and the advisability of main- taining them. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also moved a reference to the Police Committee and Assistant to the Chief to see to it that an immediate stop is put to the promiscuous picking up of colored citizens and to 548 the unnecessary questioning of colored citizens who happen to be in sections of Evanston distant from their homes, when that questioning is so conducted as to imply that they had not the full right to be in a section of the city at any time. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also moved a reference to the Mayor's Committee on Race Relations requesting that it meet immediately to consider and to take action towards alleviating the cause of a rapidly mounting dissatisfaction among the colored citizens over discrimination,, 'discriminatory practices and the 'continuance of segregation, and that the committee take steps to put an end to persistent and wilful law- lessness in violation of the Evanston Civil Rights act in the down- town area. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward addressed the Council as follows: "I do not have any quarrel with the resolutions or statements made prior to the presentation of these various references by Alderman-Jourdain. All he is asking for is that the Police Depart- ment function legally.. The Mayor, Chief of Police and the Police Committee and all theAldermen subscribe to that. This is no de- parture from our .routine attitude. In offering no obection to these references I am agreeing merely as always, that the Police Department or any other department function legally, and I am not admitting that I have any knowledge of any unlegal act being com- mitted on the part of the Police Department. - I would not want it understood in voting on these references that I am in any sense depreciating the value of the work of the auxiliary police. I think they have been of inestimable value to the city. I would not want anyone to believe that I minimize to the slightest degree the seriousness of these rapes that have been taking place in the city. To me it is serious whether it is one, two, three or a dozen rapes, and it is serious to me whether the rape has been committed by a negro or a white person, and I do not think any thinking colored person argues otherwise: I went to school with colored people, I played football with them and baseball and all of the 54 years of my life I have assoc- iated with them and known them. I have fought for the colored people and their aims and ambitions. I have supported Alderman Jourdain and others who have fostered the things that best served their interests. In a situation like this let us be sure that some of us are not leading people badly along the wrong road. The thinking colored people are not going to get into a state of hysteria because an officer is doing his duty. If he was going beyond his,duty I want to know about'it but I want to be convinced that he is going be- yond his legal duty and if any person in the city is subjected to certain indignities on the part of the police, he ought to consider that as a patriotic contribution to the cleaning up of this sit- uation. Let us not be too sensitive under this circumstance. I think the colored people who have spoken here tonight are capable of explaining this to their people in a way that will stop any suggestion of hysteria. Let us not condemn but rather praise the auxiliary police who are doing a fine job for us in conjunction with our Police Department." Upon motion duly seconded and carried,'the Council adjourned at 12:00 o'clock midnight. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 549 Evanston, Illinois City Hall October 1, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held October 1, 1945, convening at 10:00 o'clock P.M. PRESENT: (15) Alderman Bersbach " Heimenway " Barber " Reynolds Kimbark rr Mogg " MacSteven " James rr Jourdain " Rubin !' Brandt !' Emery Corcoran Harwood " Thoma ABSENT: (1) It Hungerford Mayor.Ingraham presiding. Alderman Bersbach,moved that the Minutes of Meeting held September 24, 1945, be amended to -include the following: On report of Mayor Ingraham - Alderman Bersbach inquired , "with reference to that part of your report stating !institutions of gambling and law violation have no place in this community. They will not be tolerated and arrests by our Police Department will be made whenever they are found to exist.' Will you Mr. Mayor tell this group of people that you will use the authority of your office., your loyalty to the City of Evanston, that you will muster all your personal vigor and force to see that this report .is carried out." Whereupon Mayor Ingraham stated that he wanted the citizens of Evanston to know,that•he always felt that way. . Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following. Communication from Evanston Council of :.Social Agencies with reference to request for a copy of Dr. .Banner's report, stating they are having additional copies made and will file one in this office. Alderman Kimbark moved same be received and -placed on file. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted application received from Mr. Arthur Hess requesting permission to use stone veneered construction in the erection of an office and work shed for a proposed cut stone yard to be operated on the property at the northwest corner of Hartrey Avenue and Oakton Street. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be.granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. 550 Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: City Collector ' s Office gyp• 2,.25 City Hall Building 133.72 City Treasurer's Office . .148.50 Civil Service Commission 35.00 Contingent Fund 5.00 Fire Department 108,95 Health Department 33.07 Miscellaneous Fund 23.96 Park Department 69.65 Playground Department 22.48 Police Department 562.39 Public Works Department 22.00 Salvage -Special Account 12.26 Street & Bridge Department 108.67 Pumping Station 36.18 ` Filtration Plant 85.00 Water Mains Bureau 257.10 Water Meter Bureau 57.95 Salvage -Special Account 90,00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood and Thoma (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "Our'Chemist in the Filtration Plant left on June 23. She was paid $190.00 per month. We had a college girl this -summer who filled in temporarily. The balance in this account No. 381 as of September 1, is $815.00. We hired, as of September 13, an excellent chemist just back from the armed service, at $200.00 per month for the balance of the year. Our efforts for the past three -months to secure one for any price failed. Your authority to pay $200.00 for a chemist.in_the Filtration Plant, an increase of �10.00 per month,.is requested." The Finance Committee approves of this action, and Alderman Kimbark so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Mac:Steven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood and Thoma (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved - that the .Council convene as of 9:00 o t clock .P . M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Rubin for the LIGHTING COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: 551 "In accordance with the request of Alderman James for additional lighting in the 1600 block Madison Street, the street lighting In this area has been investigated. It is recommended that the street lighting unit in the 1600 block Madison Street be restored to service." Alderman Rubin so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE stated that on September 17th the NORTH EAST PARK DISTRICT served legal notice upon the City of Evanston terminating its lease on Chandler Park and Leahy Community Park, effective as of December 31, 1945., This procedure is intaccordance with the terms and provisions of the lease and,means that from now on the City will have the care, operation and maintenance of those parks. Alderman Mogg submitted a copy of a letter from Mrs. Harold B. Hansen complimenting the -Bureau of Recreation for providing a planned recreational program at Dewey .School Playground. Alderman Bersbach for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted a report from the Commissioner of Public Works listing three bids received on Lannon stone for steps and coping for sidewalls at ' Merrick -Park. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase the.required amount of Lannon stone and coping, in accordance with city blue prints and specifications, from the low bidder, L.F. Owen Company for $867.50, the expenditure to be charged to item No. 508. This has the approval, of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimb4rk, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran and Thoma (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted ,bill in the amount of $821.03, due Walter H. Flood and Company for plant, laboratory and .street inspection services for :Section 30-C.S. resurfacing various streets. This bill is presented for approval of payment from Motor Fuel Tax funds furnished for this purpose by the Illinois Division of Highways. Alderman James moved the bill be approved for payment. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain,,Brandt., Emery, Corcoran and Thoma (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 552 Alderman James also submitted Estimate No. 2 Final in amount of $7,801.46 due Arcole Midwest Corporation for work done on Section 30-C.S. Central ;Street, Howard Street, Grant .Street and Maple Avenue. This estimate is presented for payment from Motor Fuel Tax funds, subject to subsequent approval by the Illinois Division of Highways. Alderman James moved this estimate in amount stated be approved and payment authorized. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven.- Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Pinery, Corcoran and Thoma (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James also presented and moved the approval of -Maintenance Bond presented by Arcole Midwest Corporation with the .Standard Accident Insurance Co. in amount of $46,731.45 on Section 30-G.S. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran and Thoma (13): Voting nay none.. Motion carried. Alderman James also submitted copy of Bill No. 2, Final for engineering services on M.F.T. resurfacing various streets — Section 30-C.:S. in amount of $871.02. This bill is presented for approval of payment from funds furnished for this purpose by the State Highway Department for engineering services on this section. Alderman James moved approval and authorization for payment;of the above account. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran and Thoma (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James also submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works as follows: 0 "On Saturday, September 29, 1945, our salvage collection was held and the following is a record of the tin cans and paper collected: Per Capita Papers and Ward Tin Cans Tin cans Magazines 1 160 lbs. .03 lbs. 3000 lbs. 2• 2000 lbs. .28 lbs. 3530 lbs. 3 4000 lbs. .51 lbs. 5700 lbs. 4 900 lbs. .12. lb s . 3300 lbs. 5 300 lbs. .03 lbs. 2100 lbs. 6 2100 lbs. .20 lbs.: 19210 lbs. 7 1150 lbs. .14 lbs. 6540 lbs. 8 680 lbs. .09 lbs. 3400 lbs. 11290 lbs. .17 lbs. 46780 lbs. Third Ward is the Tin Can Trophy Winner. 553 UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Barber of the Second Ward reported that he noticed many of the street light.poles were very rusty and hoped that the matter would be considered when the other contracts for maintenance are taken up. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward stated that a few people in his ward had contacted him with reference to the street lights being turned off in the early morning hours. The situation will adjust itself satisfactorily after the 28th of this month when we go back to regular time, but in the interim it would be well to keep the lights burning a little longer until it is light, as a protective measure. There are a good many people who are still working in war plants and other places that require them getting up pretty early, some of them living in his ward and he thought the matter of sufficient importance, and moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to permit the lighting of our streets for a longer period than is now the practice in order to accommodate this situation. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran of the .Seventh Ward moved a reference to the Corporation Counsel and the Judiciary Committee to consider the existing ordinance on daylight saving. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward stated he had re- ceived a call from a section hand of the Chicago & North Western Rwy. advising him that they had some 800 railroad ties on hand which would be disposed of unless they can be used otherwise. Moved,a,reference to the Commissioner of Public Works to have these railroad ties picked up and utilized to the best advantage. The Commissioner should get in touch with Mr. Snyder of the Main Street station of the North Western Rwy. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma also made the following remarks: "I have noticed in the newspapers that there has been some agitation regarding a state bonus for veterans. I can see the veterans will benefit by some action such as this. We know if he needs help he needs it now when he is trying to rehabilitate himself, and not five or ten years from now. I think this is a time which we as a City Council should enter into this movement to help the veterans secure financial help from State aid. I understand the State has a surplus of funds on hand but the question of the soldiers bonus has been shelved by the State Legislature. I propose that a resolution be prepared by the Corporation Counsel and submitted to the Judiciary Committee to be referred to both Representatives as well as the ,State Senator." Duly seconded and carried. 554 UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham -made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Wilbur J. Trunkey, Special -Police -.6 months Arthur Baumann, " " .6 August Woywod, rr rr .6 ►r Edward Welsh, 6 !' renewal August -Preuss, rr it ` .6 rr ►► John F. Fee, n n, 6 n' n Alderman Mogg moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at the next meeting:of the City Council: Eben E. Sherwood, Special Police - 6 months John Gamber, " ".. 16 John F. Hoffman -Dog Warden " " 6 !' For Council records, Chief Ekman has announced that the probationary appointments of James M. Allen, :Stanley`M. Kowalczyk and Richard C. Braithwaite have been renewed for ari additional 60 day period. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:25 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk _ Evanston, Illinois City 'Hall" . - October 8, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held. October 8, 1945, convening at 10:45 P.M. PRESENT: (16) Alderman Bersbach Hemenway rr Barber " Reynolds " Kimbark n Mogg Mac;Steven !' James " Jourdain " Rubin Brandt " Emery " Corcoran " Harwood '.' : Thoma . " Hungerford. ABSENT: None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting . held October 1, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. J 5-55 City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Notice State of Illinois advising that our allotment -of Motor Fuel.Tax for the month of August, 1945 isJ8,151.27. Alderman Rubin moved same -be referred to the .Street Committee and the Commissioner • of Public Works.. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain•for the BUILDING COMMITTEE reported that. on June 14; 1943 permission was granted -Northwestern University to use premises at .1914 'Sheridan Road for educational - offices for the duration of the war. This was done when the University specifi- cally requested permission for the duration only. Complaint has been made as to its continued use and the Building Committee recommends that the Building Commissioner be instructed to take whatever steps are necessary to insure compliance with the Building Code'as applied to this property, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department $ 7-76 City Clerkts Office 50.73 'City Hall Building 82.62 City Treasurer's Office 5:25 Contingent Fund - 113:00 Fire Department 39*25 Garbage Department 310.59 Health Department 194'75 Motor Fuel Tax Fund 1,769.69 Park Department 128:96 • Playground Department* 40:86 Police Department 316:56 Public Works Department 169:76 Salvage -Special Account 811:07 Special Assessment Fund 4000 Street & Bridge Department 5,014:66 Miscellaneous Fund 9:03- Water Department 78.13 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerf ord, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mac.Steven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16):- Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of .the following temporary payrolls to be paid October 12, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts: City Hall Building $18.00 Civil Service Commission 36.00 'Small Parks Department 14543.32 'Small Parks Department 6.08 - Public Playground Department 73.00 Public Playground Department 69.25 556 Police Department ` Police Department Police Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Street & Bridge Repair Dept. Water Department $30.00 602.00 428.23 22.50 510.72 237,84 7,, 267.86 357.64 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James,- Mac`Steven, Mogg,-Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach- (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted report from the Building Commissioner relative to application received from the. rector of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church at 1928 Darrow Avenue requesting that the building permit for an addition to the rectory be issued without fee. It is recommended that the application be granted and that the Building Commissioner be -authorized to issue the permit accordingly.. The Finance Committee approves of this action and moved that permit fee be waived. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg.. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma,.Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin.,•Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway'and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. � Alderman Kimbark moved that the Corporation Counsel be. instructed to prepare the necessary papers and resolution for the sale on balance ofRthe 1945 Tax Warrants. -Duly seconded and -carried. Alderman Hemenway for the HEALTH COMMITTEE introduced An Ordinance Amending 'Sections 525 to 531 inclusive, of Article XI of Chapter XIX of The Evanston Municipal Code of 1927 (Convalescent and Nursing Homes.) Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to:stay in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. carried. Duly seconded and Alderman Corcoran submitted request from the Evanston War Chest, Inc. for permission to erect Red Feather thermometers in connection with.the Evanston War Chest campaign at the following locations: 557 1, Fountain Square 2. 'Southwest corner of Main Street and Chicago Avenue 3. In the park, north side of Central Street, east of Stewart Avenue The Judiciary Committee has considered this request and recommends it be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran also presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution WHEREAS, early in the war emergency some two hundred Evanston citizens volunteered to serve as members of the Emergency Police division of the. Office of Civilian Defense and have continued diligently in their work; and WHEREAS, these men, together with the many other citizens who enrolled for service in various branches of the Office of Civilian Defense work spent many hours in study and training in order to prepare themselves for efficient service to the community; and WHEREAS, members of the Emergency Police extended their training to include studies and many hours of work in addition to the minimum course prescribed by the Office of Civilian Defense and have indi= dividually, and as a unit, from time to time, performed valuable service to the community and been of much assistance -to the regular Police Department; and WHEREAS, it is the consensus of this Council that the services of these citizens is, and has been, of great value to the community - NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that this Council of -the CITY OF EVANSTON in regular meeting assembled, does hereby express confidence in the ability of the members of this organization and sincere appreciation for,their accomplishments and good work in the community. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach then -suggested that the Emergency Police be given a copy of the above resolution. Alderman Rubin for the LIGHTING COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "The contract for maintenance of our street_ lighting system expires December 31, 1945. We have an option to renew this con- tract for year ending December 31, 1946, at the same price as paid in 1945. Our right to exercise the option expires October 15, 1945, It is recommended that the City Council exercise their right under the option to renew this contract at the same price as paid in 1945, it being understood that the City will be given an option for year 1947 at same price, provided said option is exercised on or prior to October 15, 1946." Alderman Rubin stated that the Lighting Committee met and discussed this option and accordingly moved .that the City Council exercise their right under the option to renew this contract. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, .Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE reported'that the Commissioner of Public Works requests authority to advertise for bids for a list of materials for the flood lighting of Foster Field. There is an item in the budget for this work and it is hoped it can be completed in the very near future. Accordingly moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be granted authority to so advertise. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg submitted request received from Marguerite Webb, Secy. N.U.S.A. for permit to use th Clark Street beach for a picnic and fire, October 12 at-6: 30 P.M. Approximately 45 people willattend. Alderman Mogg moved that this request be granted. -Duly seconded -and carried. Alderman Mogg also submitted request received from Mrs. E. Davidson, Chairman Ways and Means•Committee of Washington ,School P.T.A. for permission to use Eiden Field House Gymnasium October 17, 1945, at 1:30 P.M. for a benefit bunco party.. Alderman Mogg moved that this permit be granted subject to usual conditions. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COIMITTEE addressed the Council as follows: "The Committee met with the architects, Maher & McGrew who submitted preliminary plans for the new Police and Fire station* These plans have been gone over carefully and definite changes suggested and made by the Police Department, by the Fire Depart- ment and by the Municipal Court: I think this is a wonderful step in the right direction. For years we have been allowing one of the most hard working depart- ments of our city operate under conditions that none of us as business men would allow. We would be derelict if, as public servants we did not take steps to build this new Police and Fire Station." The Committee unanimously approved of these preliminary plans, and moved they be accepted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt stated -that the committee also passed unanimously action authorizing Maher & McGrew to prepare final working drawings and specifications for the Police and Fire Station. We are doing this with the aim -in view of bringing a bond issue out in the spring and:with the action taken tonight we expect -to have the bond issue ready for the Spring election. Accordingly moved that,the architects proceed,with the final working drawings and specifications. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, ,569 Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain,.James,' MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber,;, Hemenway and Ber,sbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Brandt also reported that the architects, Eich and Reed will have final working drawings and specifications for the. .INow Municipal Building next Monday evening and asked the Aldermen to inspect these plans. Alderman Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES,COMMITTEE submitted a report from the Traffic Engineer.and the Commissioner of Public Works advising that a good many bus stops are now; being reinstated. On Route No..l eleven additional•�tops are being put back into service; on Route. No..2 seven bus stops and on Route No. 3 thirteen bus stops are being restored. If any Alderman has a specific request for a bus stop same will be taken up. •The Bus Company are still having difficulty in.securing parts for the more or less worn out buses. They have had an order placed for ten new buses for some time but with the automobile strike situation, this will be delayed. It is'encouraging to have this report from the Traffic Engineer and the Commissioner of Public Works. Alderman Harwood for•the PURCHASING COMMITTEE'sub-' mitted a.repor.t from the Commissioner of Public Works concerning , purchase of surplus Government property now in.possession of the Fire Department. This property,was assigned to O.C.D. for use of fire department'in emergencies. The City is permitted to purchase this property at prices 25 to 75% below market.- It.is desired to purchase the following items:. .1 pump unit (skid) $270.21 1 pump unit (trailer) 427.45 5 ladders, (14 ft' ) , 60.45 5 ladders (24 ft.) 91:25 22 addpters (assorted) 11:00 1000 ft: 11, inch hose 72:50 2000 ft. 22 inch hose. 210:00 10 lengths suction hose 55:50 $10198-36 Less 15% 179.75 Net cost Tp1,018.61 These Items are for the Water, Park, Sewer and Maintenance departments, where funds are available. -It is recommended that,the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase these items at price -quoted above and charge to proper accounts. This has the approval of the Purchasing and Finance Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by 560 Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. " Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $1,099.10 and moved that the Township 'Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the>:STREET COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative to request received from Rev. G.N. Nilson for permission to construct a drive- way at 1109 Clark Street. Investigation indicates that. -there are two street light cables in the parkway and that the proposed driveway is located in a Commercial -Area. A driveway bond is required in Com- mercial area. It is recommended that permission be granted for con- struction of this driveway with the condition that the work be done in accordance with proper ordinances, that the street light cable be properly protected and that a satisfactory bond be furnished. All work to be done under the supervision of the Public Works Department. Alderman James moved permit be issued. Duly seconded -and carried. Alderman James moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be granted authority to advertise for bids for remodeling three roof trusses and framing at Incinerator in accordance with plans and specifications on file in the office of the Commissioner of Public Works. -Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE submitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the denial of an appeal for permission to add•a story to the nurses' home at the south end of the property owned by :St. Francis Hospital at 355 Ridge Avenue. However, the Committee on Zoning unanimously recommends that the City Council grant the appeal and authorize the Building Commissioner to issue a permit for the construction of the additional story, provided that the said construction conforms to the requirements of the Building Code, Z 6 1 and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderinan-Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin<, Jourdain, James, MacSt.even, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): =Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward addressed -the Council as follows: "There is an acute parking need in the City of Evanston, and it will probably get worse. The present site of the Police and Fire 'Station hab been suggested by several as a.parking lot. We have already received an offer from a. well known; national company to buy such land for such purpose. I think the City Council should be considering this and be ready to decide in the near future what their wishes are in that regard. For myself I believe some- thing like that.would be a big help in the City's business district and we would do well to use'that land for a parking lot." Alderman MacSteven of the Fourth- Ward submitted com- munication received from Mrs. .Lillian Lundahl requesting that No Parking signs be placed.at 717 Emerson Street, as her husband is seriously ill. Asked that the Traffic Engineer study this situation and without an ordinance install temporarily No Parking signs there. Alderman Reynolds of the Second Ward stated in con- nection with Alderman Brandtts proposal in reference to use of city lot as a possible parking lot, it would be well also to consider the installation of parking meters in the City. We received a circular giving us facts on that a few weeks ago and he suggested that a study be made -of -same. -having in mind the possibility of considering that for the future. Alderman James speaking to the question stated that on .September 4, 1945 this was referred to the Police Committee and the Traffic Engineer. Alderman Kimbark also reported that the Chamber of Commerce have recently appointed a parking committee and through funds furnished by merchants who are members of the Chamber of Commerce are considering having a national expert come from Washington to make recommendations. They have been discussing it and hope to make recommendations. Alderman Barber of the :Second Ward referred to com- munications addressed to the Evanston Historical ;,Society in regard to the possibility of taking over of the Grosse Point Light in the Light- house, which was first installed in 1872 and discontinued a few years ago. In this connection read a.letter from P.G. Pettersen of the United States Coast Guard. Moved a reference to the Commissioner of Public Works to estimate what the cost would be for following out 5 6.2 suggestions of .the Evanston Historical :Society; Assistant Port Director P,..G. Pettersen of the United States Coast Guard and Vice Admiral,.A.�. Carpender,-Commandant Ninth.Naval District,.to tie up . that lighting with our regular street -lighting system. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the'following appointments of names previously introduced: John F. Hoffman Dog Warden -Special Police - 6 months John Gambe r, - ' rr it 6 rr Eben E. ;Sherwood,. '.' " 6 " Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at next meeting of the.City-Council: . John Campbell, Special Police -.6 months renewal Carl Calde en, rr n 6 m rr For Council records, Chief Ekman has announced that r Nicholas J. Ney and'Andrew L.-Cooper, Jr. have been sworn in as probationary patrolmen for a sixty day period. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 11:18 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City_ Clerk .563 Evanston; Illinois City Hall, October 15, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held October 15, 1945, convening at 10:30 P.M. ' PRESENT; (14) Alderman Bersbach it Barber , it Reynolds ff Kimbark " Mogg " MacSteven James rr Jourdain 'Rubin " Brandt Corcoran ,. rr Harwood " Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: '(2) " Hemeriway " Emery Mayor Ingraham presiding. ., Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held October 8, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded , .and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Communication James N. Lott. relative to bus stop repently to . established at 1220 Central Street and requesting that it be moved about twenty feet east. Alderman Harwood moved that same be re- •ferred to the Traffic Engineer and the Public Utilities Committee: Duly seconded and carried.-. c Alderman Jourdain for -the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted an application received from Lawrence C. Swarthout requesting permission;to hild a three car brick garage on the rear of the vacant,property owned by him at 1220 Hartrey Avenue. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried." Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted and,moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges, and transfers be, authorized; City Hall Building Contingent Fund Fire Department Garbage Department Health Department Legal Fund Miscellaneous Fund Motor Fuel Tax -,Special Account Park Department Playground Department L $33.97 18.00 7.31 572.67 86.44 7.36 600.00 1,555.95 57.06 15.34 564 Police Department Police Department Public Works Department .Salaries of City Officers Fund Salvage -Special Account Street &;Bridge Department Pumping Station Filtration Plant Water Mains'Bureau Water Meter Bureau Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund $1,237.80 33.27 17.61 .63 9-32 3, 985:,40 . 3;; 040°: 21 1, 094'. 49 ' 1,671.01 1,331:22 12,107.62 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber,.Reynolds,.Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven; James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted the following report from the Building Commissioner: "On .June 8, 1945, a permit was issued to L.H. Edwards to build a ' garage on his property at z,;:�vl vewey .Avenue . Mr. -Edwards has since found it impossible to build the garage and requests that the •$5.00 fee .be refunded. I'recommend that the request be granted." Alderman Kimbark so moved that the $5.00 fee be refunded. -.Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting.aye Aldermen Bersbach,•Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood,•Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. • Alderman Kimbark stated that.recently the State Statutes provided for allocation of money'to municipalities,, e.tc., for municipal.improvements and the Commissioner of Public Works was authorized' to make application to secure these funds. We have been allocated $22,134.00.to be apportioned as follows: Police, Fire and Municipal Court Building $8,084'0.0 New Municipal Building : 1,550:00 Water Works Extension Program . .-120-500.00 .To meet with the requirements of the Act, it is necessary to pass three resolutions to be sent to.springfield•. Accordingly moved the Suspension of the Rules for the purpose of passing these resolutions. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg: Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark,'Mogg; MacSteven,. James,-Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran., Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark then presented,and.moved the adoption of the following. (3). Resolutions: 565 WHEREAS., the State of Illinois under Senate Bill 303 (herein- after called the Act) has appropriated funds to the State Department of Finance to be expended pursuant to allocations to Counties, Municipalities, School Districts, Sanitary Districts and Park'Districts through the recommendations -of the Illinois Post -War Planning Com- mission (hereinafter designated as "Commission") for the purpose of defraying a portion of the cost of -preparation of engineering surveys, engineering or architectural designs, working and detailed drawings, specifications, estimates of cost, and reports required for specific post-war public works projects; and WHEREAS the City of Evanston, (hereinafter designated as "Local Agency"j desires to apply for an allotment to defray a portion of the cost of preparing the plans, specifications, and studies for the hereinafter particular project and there has been prepared and presented to this Governmental Body for consideration an application for such purpose; and WHEREAS, local Agency has provided or will make available the balance -of the funds to prepare the completed plans, specifications and studies for the hereinafter particular project; L NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Agency approve the aforesaid application and that it be submitted to the Commission re'cuesting an allotment of Eight Thousand Eighty-four and no/100 Dollars, Z$8,084.00).or for.such amount as may be recommended by the Commission in accordance with the provisions of the Act for the particular project to be undertaken by Local Agency and herewith designated as Police,'Fire and Municipal Court Building; BE IT FURTHER -RESOLVED, that the estimated cost of preparing such plans, specifications, and studies, subsequent to July 20, 1945 is Fifteen Thousand Five Hundred and no/100 Dollars ($15,500.00) and that Local Agency has made provision for financing and will pay the portion of the cost of preparing such plans, specifications, and studies that will not be covered by the allotment as finally deter- mined by the Commission: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that for the purposes of such appli- cation, Joseph L. Rose, Commissioner of Public Works be and hereby is designated as'the authorized gent of Local Agency and is hereby authorized and directed to sign the above mentioned application on behalf of Local Agency and submit the same to the Commission together with supporting data and such other information as may be required; and said agent is further authorized and directed as the represen- tative of Local Agency to conclude all arrangements which may be necessary to secure disbursement for the State's share of the ex- penditure in preparing said completed plans, specifications and studies. 2. WHEREAS, the .State of Illinois under Senate Bill 303, (herein- after called the Act) has appropriated funds to the .State Department of Finance to be expended pursuant to allocations to Counties, Municipalities, School Districts, Sanitary Districts and Park Districts through the recommendations of the Illinois Post -War Planning Com- mission (hereinafter designated as "Commission") for the purpose of defraying a portion of the cost of preparation of engineering surveys, engineering or architectural designs, working and detailed drawings, specifications, estimates of cost, and reports required for specific post-war public works projects; and WHEREAS, the City of Evanston, (hereinafter designated as "Local Agency) desires to apply for an allotment to defray a portion of the cost of preparing the plans, specifications, and studies for the hereinafter particular project and there has been prepared and presented to this Governmental Body for consideration,an application for such purpose; and WHEREAS, Local Agency has provided.or will make available the balance of the funds to prepare the completed plans, specifications and studies for the hereinafter particular project; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That Local Agency approve the aforesaid application and that it be submitted to the Commission requesting an allotment of One Thousand Five Hundred Fifty and- no/100 Dollars (412550.00) or for such amount as may be recommended by the Commission in accordance with the provisions of the Act for the par- ticular project to be undertaken by Local Agency and herewith desig- nated as New Municipal Building; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the estimated cost of preparing such plans, specifications, and studies, subsequent to July 20, 1945 566 is Three Thousand One Hundred and no/100 Dollars ($3,100.00) and that Local Agency has made provision for financing.and will pay the portion of the cost of preparing such plans, specifications, and studies that will not be covered by the allotment as finally deter- mined'by the'Commission: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that f or. the purposes of such appli- cation, Joseph L. Rose, Commissioner of Public Works be and hereby is designated as the authorized agent of Local Agency and is hereby authorized and directed to sign the above mentioned application on behalf of Local Agency and submit the same to the Commission together with supporting data and such other information as may be required; and said agent is further authorized and directed as the representative of Local Agency to concluded all arrangements which may be necessary to secure disbursement for the Status share of the expenditure in preparing said completed plans, specifications, and studiesq 3. WHEREAS, the State of Illinois under Senate Bill�303, (herein- after called the.Act) has appropriated funds to the State Department' of Finance to be expended pursuant to allocations to Counties, Municipalities: School Districts, Sanitary Districts and'Park Districts through the recommendations of the Illinois Post -War Planning Com- mission (hereinafter designated as "Commission") for the purpose of defraying a portion of the cost of preparation of engineering surveys, engineering or architectural designs, working and detailed drawings, specifications, estimates of cost, and reports required for specific post-war public works projects; and WHEREAS, the City of Evanston (hereinafter designated as "Local_Agency") desires to apply for an allotment to defray a portion of the cost of preparing the plans, specifications, and studies for the hereinafter particular project and there has been prepared and presented to this Governmental Body for consideration and application for such purpose; and WHEREAS, Local Agency has provided or will make available the balance of the funds to prepare the completed plans, specifications and studies for the hereinafter particular.project; ` NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Local Agency approve the aforesaid application and that it be submitted to the Commission requestin an allotment of Twelve Thousand Five Hundred and no/100 Dollars (9112,500.00) or for such amount as may be recommended by the Commission in accordance with the provisions of the Act for the particular project to be undertaken by Local Agency and herewith designated as Water Works Extension Program': BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the estimated cost of preparing such plans, specifications, and studies, subsequent'to July 20, 1945 is Twenty -Five Thousand and no/100 Dollars ($25',000.00) and that Local Agency has made provision for financing and will pay the portion of the cost of preparing such plans, specifications, and studies that will not be covered by the allotment as finally determined by the Commission: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that for the purposes of such appli- cation, Joseph L. Rose, Commissioner of Public Works be and hereby is designated as the authorized agent of Local Agency and is hereby authorized and directed to sign the above mentioned application on `behalf of Local Agency and submit the same to the Commission together with supporting data and such other information as may be required; and said agent is further authorized and directed as the representative of Local Agency to conclude all arrangements which may be necessary to secure disbursement for the State's share of the expenditure in preparing said completed plans, `specifications and studies. Motion seconded by Alderman Brandt. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber_, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark introduced An Ordinance for the sale and delivery of balance of 1945 Tax Anticipation Warrants 567 AldermanRngerford for the HEALTH COMMITTEE presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 525 to 531 inclusive, OF ARTICLE XI OF CHAPTER XIX OF THE EVAN.STON MUNICIPAL CODE OF 1927 (CONVALESCENT AND NURSING HOMES.) Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma.. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Mac,,,Steven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran submitted communication from the Museum of Science and Industry, by L.R. Lohr, requesting permission to use Evanston streets on November 22, 1945, for the purpose of re-enacting the first automobile race run in America. The pageant will leave the Museum at 9:00 a.m. arriving in Evanston at approx- imately 11:30 a.m., park at the Northwestern University grounds, and after a short lunch period will leave Evanston at 1:00 p.m. The route in Evanston was Sheridan Road, Main Street, Forest Avenue, Davis Street, around Fountain Square, then Sherman and Chicago Avenues to Clark :Street in Chicago. They would also like permission to erect suitable signs along the route for the benefit of the public and the participants of the pageant. Copies of these signs will be submitted for approval after permission for the use of the streets is received. The Committee has considered this request and recommends it be granted, and so moved. Duly. seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the COMMITTEE ON LOCAL IMPROVE- MENTS presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution relating to foreelosure proceedings for special assessment liens on vacant property owned by the Community Hospital, a tax exempt body,, at the Northeast corner of Grey Avenue and Foster Street, described as follows: Lots 25 to 29, both inclusive, in Block 2 in Whipple's Addition to Evanston, a subdivision of West half of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter Section 13, Township 41 North, Range 13, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois, that O.D. Buckles, Corporation Counsel, be authorized to institute said foreclosure proceedings for and in behalf of the City of Evanston. Motion seconded by Alderman Jourdain and carried. 568 Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE reported that the architects have completed final plans and working drawings for remodeling of the Municipal Building and the`same are on file in office of the bommissioner of Public Works. By law, approval of these plans must be made before bids are takenfor the work. Accordingly moved that these plans be accepted and approved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt then moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to advertise for bids for furnishing work, labor and materials necessary to complete alteration work on the New Municipal Building, in accordance with plans and specifications on file in the office of the Commissioner of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $307.51 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen bersbach, Barber, Reynolds. Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14)s Voting nay none.. Motion carried. ` Alderman James for the .STREET COMMITTEE submitted a request from E.L. Voss, Chairman of the . Eighth Victorq Loan Drive for permission to stencil the insignia on the sidewalk intersections bounded by Chicago Avenue, Grove Street, Oak Avenue and Church Street, AldermanJames moved that permission be granted, that stencilling be done under the supervision of the Traffic Engineer. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James submitted request made on the part of the Northwestern University for permission to hold their Annual Homecoming parade on October 27, 1945, with floats for the parade on the evening of October 26, 1945, and moved that this request be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works with application from the Carlson Construction Co. Inc. for permission to construct a driveway, per plans attached, for service station located at Ridge Avenue and Garnett Place, owned by Joseph Mahoney. This involves a variance of the City Ordinances, but 569 despite that fact the Street Committee considered same in Committee of the Whole,.and accordingly moved that permit be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma for the WATER COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "The pier at the Water Works has been in a state of bad repair for several years. We have made temporary repairs off and on thru the war period. Our Engineering Department has prepared plans for the installation.of permanent steel sheathing but before taking any steps to install this sheathing it is necessary to obtain a.permit from the Department of Public Works and Buildings, Division of Waterways, of the State of Illinois. We are therefore, asking you to pass the attached resolution." Accordingly presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: WHEREAS, the City of Evanston, located in the County of Cook, State of Illinois, wishes to construct a steel sheet bulkhead on the south line of Lincoln Street extended, beginning at the present steel bulkhead south of Lincoln Street, proceeding east approximately one hundred thirteen feet (113), thence north two hundred forty-two feet (242), thence west parallel to south line of Lincoln Street to present top of bank, all adjoining the site of its Pumping station; and WHEREAS, by law said construction comes under the jurisdiction and control of the Department of Public Works and Buildings, Division of Waterways, of the .State of Illinois; and WHEREAS, a permit from said Department is required before said work can be legally undertaken by said City of Evanston, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED: FIRST, that we do hereby request from the Department of Public Works and Buildings, Division of Waterways, 'State of Illinois, a permit authorizing the City of Evanston to proceed with the work .herein described. SECOND, that we hereby pledge the good faith of the City of Evanston and guarantee that all work shall be performed in accord- ance with the conditions of the permit to be granted by the Depart- ment of Public Works and Buildings, Division of Waterways, of the State of Illinois, and to hold the 'State of Illinois, Department of Public Works and Buildings, Division -of Waterways, harmless on account of any damages that may.occur to persons or property during the prosecution of such work, and assume all liability for damages 'to persons or property due to accidents or otherwise by reason of the work which is to be performed under the provisions of said permit. THIRD, that we hereby state that the proposed work is not to be performed by the employees of the City of.Evanston. FOURTH, that the proper officers of the City of Evanston are hereby instructed and authorized to sign said permit in behalf of the City of Evanston; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the City Clerk is hereby instructed and -authorized to send a certified copy of this resolution to the Department of Public Works and Buildings, Division of Waterways, of the State of Illinois. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Bersbach of the First Ward spoke about the burning of leaves. He was informed of a par- ticular incident on Forest Avenue near Greenleaf Street where the fire caused by burning of leaves made a dense smoke, so much so that two passing automobiles had to come to a stop because their vision was absolutely blocked. His informant who observed this a few minutes 570 later stated a squad car passed by and made•no.effort to advise the property owner that it was against our city ordinance.; It is bad enough to have the streets damaged by fires.but the .smoke creates a hazard, and urged the Police to enforce our ordinances on burning of leaves. Alderman Reynolds of the .Second Ward stated that several people spoke to him complaining about the speeding of auto- mobiles on our public streets and also.in connection with disregarding of Stop signs. Moved a reference .to the.Police Committee urging the strict enforcement of our speeding laws and observance of our Stop sign laws. Duly ,seconded and* carried. Alderman Hungerford of the Eighth Ward made the following report: • "In the Fall the leaves die and the -grass is dying out, and the hazard of fire is very great in some of the open.fields. I suggest to the people of Evanston'that they cooperate with the, -Fire Chief and the Fire Department to'keep fires under control.'' UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:_ Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously_.introduced: Carl P. Caldeen, special Police -.6 months renewal John.. Campbell, • ►r " 6 n " Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and. carried. _ Mayor Ingraham introduced the -following name for confirmation at next meeting of the City Council:: -John Lewis, `Special Police - 6 months Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council - adjourned at 10:55 P.M. 0 Edward W. Bell, City Clerk `571 Evanston, Illinois City Hall,' October 22, 1945 Regular.Meeting of the City Council -held October 22, 1945, convening - at 9:30 P.M. • PRESENT: (16) Alderman Bersbach .'r Hemenway !' Barber Reynolds " Kimbark i► Mogg MacSteven 'r James " Jourdain > !' Rubin " Brandt rr Emery rr Corcoran Harwood !' Thoma !' Hungerford ABSENT: None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubinmoved that the Minutes of Meeting held October 15, 1945: be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. = City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the foilowing: Communication signed by the Commissioner of Hea'lthrand Com- missioner of Buildings of Evanston, reading as follows: "For some years the Health and Building Departments have been concerned about the health and safety hazards of water pollution resulting from cross-eonnections, and .improper.• and unauthorized additions or alterations to existing plumbing installations. I In the opinion of the Commissioners of Health and Buildings, neither the Health Ordinances nor the Building Code makes adequate provisions for the re -inspection of plumbing in existing buildings, or for the correction of faulty installations in such buildings. Now that plumbing materials are again available, it is requested that the Commissioners of Health and Buildinas, together with the Commissioner of Public Works and the Corporation Counsel. be authorized to prepare and submit to the City Council,,suitable amendments or revisions, and a program of re -inspection based upon such amendments, directed toward -the elimination of health and safety hazards due to faulty plumbing in existing buildings." Alderman Rubin moved same be .referred to 'the Commissioners of Health - and Buildings, Commissioner of Public Works and the Corporation Counsel. Duly seconded and carried. City Treasurer's Financial -Statement as of :September 300 1945. Alderman Kimbark moved same be referred to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. 5'72 Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills,'and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized:' Building Department 4.50 City Hall Building .7.70 Contingent Fund 3.00 Garbage Department 13.00 Health Department 17.65 Municipal Court '5.50 Park Department 57.47 Playground Department 84.86 Police Department 123.12 Public Works Department 38.39 Street & Bridge Department 805.12 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerf ord, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, James, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Vot-ing nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid October 26, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Street,& Bridge Repair Dept. Building Department Police - Department Police Department Civil ,Service Commission. Civil Service Commission Fire Department Health Department ` Playground Department Water Department Park Department. Public Works Department Public Works Department t City Hall Building Playground Department $7,743.92 "75.07 .507.15 480.00 45.00 20.00 116.00 36.00 70.00 432.70 1,567.53,. 354.69 494,40 _ 18.00 86.50 Motion'.seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerf ord; Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, -Emery,Brandt- Rubin,'Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds,•Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. t Alderman Kimbark submitted application.r eceived from Rev. G.W. Wilson of Mount Zion Baptist Church, requesting that .the building permit for the construction of a frame garage at 1109 Clark Street be issued without"fee. Alderman Kimbark moved that this request be granted and that permit fee.be waived. Motion seconded by Alderman`Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood., - Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mac'Steven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 573 Alderman Kimbark submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works:, "On October 8, 1945 the City Council granted a --permit to construct a driveway at 1109 Clark Street subject to furnishing a satisfactory driveway bond inasmuch as this property is located in a Commercial Area. Rev. G.W. Wilson now requests that the furnishing of a bond to cover this driveway be waived as this property is being used for a parsonage for Mr. Zion Baptist Church. It has been customary in the past to waive these bonds as long as the driveway is not used for commercial purposes." Alderman-Kimbark movedthat the furnishing of a bond for this driveway be waived. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mac.Steven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and 'Bersbach (16): 'Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution authorizing the delivery of $125,,000 Tax Anticipation Warrants against the 1945 General Corporate Fund, Library Fund, Street and Bridge Fund, and Garbage Fund of -the City of Evanston, to be dated October 25, 1945. Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt,_Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. t Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that• the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted a report from the .Superintendent of the Bureau of Recreation, requesting the privilege of closing certain streets for the purpose of sponsoring street dancing on Hallowe'en Night, Wednesday, October 31. Locations are as follows: Mason Park - one-half block south on Florence Avenue, starting at Davis Street Boltwood park - one-half block north on Florence Avenue, starting at Main Street Larimer Park Playground - one=half block north on Oak Avenue starting at Crain Street. Willard School " one-half block north on Hurd Avenue, starting at Park Place. It is proposed to close these streets from 7:00 until 10::30 P.M. Alderman Mogg moved that this request be granted. Duly seconded and carried. 574 Alderman MacS-teven for the POLICE COMMITTEE sub- mitted the following report from the Chief of Police: "In reply to references made at meeting of City Council on October 15, 1945, about speeding and stop sign violations, also the burning of leaves on public streets, I want to assure you that the Police Department will -strictly enforce all ordinances pertaining to same." Alderman MacSteven also submitted report from the Traffic Engineer relative to several accidents at Harrison :Street and McDaniel Avenue in the last two years. In this connection introduced An Ordinance Amending Section 132;entitled "Schedule 10' Through Streets" of An Ordinance adopted February 2, 1942, entitled "Traffic Regulations of the City of Evanston." Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to spend approximately $350 for..labor and material for converting space on the third floor of the Health Department building into an office. This has the approval of the Health Committee and the Public Buildings Committee. Motion seconded -by Alderman Hemenway. Voting aye Aldermen Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds,,Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman.Brandt stated that the shortness of time on the request for bids on the New Municipal Building has caused the Commissioner of Public Works to chance the date for bids from November 10 to November 17, Asked.the Press to take note of this so that any further bidding can be encouraged in that regard. • Alderman.Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE stated in answer to several references made to the Committee in regard to service on the Rapid Transit lines, the Corporation Counsel has - received from the Chief Engineer for the Trustees of the Chicago Rapid Transit Co. a schedule of trains -leaving Evanston to the Loop and from the Loop to Evanston. They will be in the folder available for anyone to look at. We are assured that the Company is making every effort to adhere to those schedules. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE SUbmitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $206.12 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion 575 seconded by Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber stated a report has been received in regard to reference.made to the Commissioner of Public Works two weeks ago relative to Grosse Point Lighthouse beacon,'advising that the cost of installing a 500-watt lamp with an astronomical clock would be $150 and the cost of maintenance per year, including elec- trical energy cost would be about 4:80 per year. This has the approval of the Finance Committee and accordingly moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to install a 500-watt lamp at the Light- house at cost of $150 and charge to item No. 582. Alderman Barber further moved that the Commissioner -of Public Works be authorized to proceed to arrange for supplying electricity for operation of said lamp at cost of $80 per year, same to be charged to item No. 580. Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: WHEREAS, the easterly half of Sheridan Road, easterly of Calvary Cemetery, located in the City of Evanston, and designated by the State of Illinois, Division of Highways, as part of State _Bond Issue No. 42, was paved and is being maintained by said Division of Highways; and WHEREAS, the wood bulkhead constructed by the .State of Illinois for the protection of concrete pavement in or about 1931 has deteriorated to the extent that it is constanly collapsing and creating danger to pedestrians and vehicular traffic; and WHEREAS, the Maintenance Division of the State -of Illinois, Division of Highways, has caused broken concrete and other fill ,material.to be placed here to prevent washout to present pavement; and WHEREAS, this dumping has been done at intervals in the past two or -three years, and has preserved the roadway, nevertA'lass, it is destroying the already small beach and creating a dump -like appearance to traffic entering the City of Evanston by this re- stricted roadway; and WHEREAS, the City of Evanston feels that the reconstruction of this bulkhead is the direct responsibility of the State of Illinois; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED: That the Division of Highways, State of Illinois, is hereby peti- tioned to reconstruct said bulkhead and provide suitable passage area for pedestrians; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: 576 That the City Clerk be instructed to certify copies of this reso- lution for transmittal by the Mayor to;the Governor of the ,State of Iilinois, to the Members of the State Legislature from this District, to the Director of the Department of Public Works and Buildings, and to the Chief Highway Engineer and the District Engineer of the Division of Highways of the Department of Public. Works and Buildings. Motion seconded by A lderman Harwood and carried. Alderman James submitted request from Mr. C.T. Calloway on behalf of Quinlan & Tyson, Inc. for permission to in- stall a bicycle -rack in front of 708 Church Street. This meets with the approval of the Traffic Engineer provided the rack does not exceed four feet in length. It is recommended that permit be granted, the location and size of the bicycle rack to be subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Public Works, and the furnishing of a proper surety bond, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward moved a reference to the Police Department regarding the con- tinued speeding on Asbury Avenue between Oakton Street and Howard St. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward addressed the Is Council as follows: • C "I have repeatedly referred to the uncleanly condition of Main Street between Sherman Avenue and the North Western viaduct East, and have called upon the Police Department to remedy the situation. What if anything, they have done I have not the slightest idea. I do know the situation has not cleared up at all, and only yesterday anybody passing that particular area would probably see the dirtiest block in the City of Evanston. It is largely due, and the Police Department should do some- thing about it, to the newspaper distributor down there who is deliberately careless in unwrapping shipments in the early hours of the morning, and the result is the debris spreads all over the street. At the intersection of Chicago Avenue and Main Street you can look in all directions and it is clean excepting in front of this distributor's office on Chicago Avenue where he unloads papers. If that man were arrested a time or two itw ould stop that situation. He has stated that he is a taxpayer and they cannot arrest him. Lets bring it into Court and see if he has that prerogative. I respectfully request that the Mayor consult with the Chief of Police and see if that situation cannot be remedied." Alderman Kimbark of the Third Ward referred to an article in the evening paper relative to smoke nuisance and to talks given by Prof. Raymond R. Tucker of Washington University, famous as the "smoke doctor" of St. Louis, and asked that this article be referred to the Commissioner of Buildings. Alderman Kimbark stated that it is of grave impor- tance to the City of Evanston, but whether it is the function of the City or the City Council, asked that the Mayor give consideration to 577 the idea of, appointing a qualified and competent committee of citizens as to what we are going to do here in Evanston about the Yiousing short- age. Many veterans are coming back to Evanston and there is absolutely no place for them to live. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: John Lewis, Special Police - 6 months Alderman Rubin moved that this appointment be confirmed. Duly o t. seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following name for confirmation at next meeting of the City Council:; Benjamin F.•Kennedy, Special Police - 6 months Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at-10:,-00 o'clock P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall . ' October 29, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held October 29, 1945, convening at 11:00 o'clock P.M. PRESENT: (16) A-lde`rman Bersbach " Hemenway " Barber Reynolds Kimbark rr Mogg 'r MacSteven i' James Jourdain rr Rubin• ' !' Brandt. . " Emery , rr Corcoran !' -Harwood ' Thoma '.' Hungerford ABSENT: None ` Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held October 22, 1945.,'be approved without reading. Duly seconded ,and carried. 578 Alderman Emery for the BUILDING COMMITTEE -submitted application received from John H. Foster for Frances M. Palmer, requesting permission to move a one story frame house from 2712 Park Place to 2331 Cowper Avenue over the following route: west from present location to Ewing Avenue; thence south to Central .Street; thence west to Cowper Avenue and south to the new location. The route has been checked and approved by the Department of Public Works. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted., and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment ,of the following bills and payrolls, and -that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department $11.11 City Hall Building 4:00 Contingent Fund 26.00 Fire Department 161.11. Garbage Department 87.00 Health Department 67.85 New Municipal Building 56.50 Park Department 1.57 Police Department 386.26 - Public Works Department 49.57 Salvage -Special Account 90.00 Street & Bridge Department 882.32 Street & Bridge Department 1:471.49 Ptiunping Station 153.58 Filtration Plant 122.10 Water Mains•Bureau 69.45 Water Meter Bureau 27.23 Miscellaneous Fund 19.03 Payrolls Board of Examining Engineers ,Street & Bridge Department $100.00 91.45 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting hay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "Due to construction of a new curb at the northeast corner of Howard Street and Chicago Avenue, it was'necessary to move cables and ducts at this location. The Arcole Midwest Corpor- ation,'contractor on the curb work, was billed for the adjust- ments to the cables and ducts,. our Invoice No. 17456 in the amount of $47.36.• The cost of making these adjustments to cables and ducts should not have been charged to Arcole Midwest Corporation. It is recommended that Invoice No. 17456 to Arcole Midwest Corporation be cancelled and the cost of cable and duct ad,iust- ments charged to the proper city account." Alderman Kimbark so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. 579 Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, M Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark stated that next week the Mayor has invited Mr. Hansen, actuary for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund to come to the City Hall about 7:45 P.M. to discuss the recent petition filed with the City Council from employees concerning the pension fund, and asked the Aldermen to be there at that time. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and. carried. Alderman Reynolds for the COMMITTEE ON LOCAL IMPROVE- MENTS stated that a proposal has been received requesting foreclosure proceedings on unpaid special assessments on property at the northeast corner of Thayer Street and Lincolnwood Drive. This has been referred to the Committee who have unanimously approved it and proper resolution has been prepared -in connection with it, and accordingly presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution.authorizing the Corporation Counsel to institute said foreclosure proceedings. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE submitted report covering Police Car Maintenance from'January 1, 1943 to September 30, 1945 and same will be on file if the Aldermen.care to read it. Alderman MacSteven also presented and moved the passage of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 132 ENTITLED ":SCHEDULE 10' THROUGH STREET-S" OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTED FEBRUARY 2, 1942: ENTITLED "TRAFFIC REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF EVAN.STON," by adding thereto and including in said schedule the following item: McDaniel Avenue at Harrison Street. Motion seconded by Alderman Brandt. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenwaj, Barber, Ieynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE stated that the Mayor and the Commissioner of Public Works have received word from the United States Government that the loan of �6,400.00 has been granted for plans on the Police and Fire Station. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "The Water Meter Division is in need of an instrument for locating underground water services and mains of which there is no record, thus saving considerable labor. The instrument vdlich has been used by the Public Service Company for this purpose for several years is the Goldak Pipe Locator. A quotation of 6175 for a Goldak Pipe Locator has been ob- tained from the E.D. Bullard Company, who handle the instrument. The Commissioner of -Public Works requests permission to purchase 1 Goldak Pi e Locator from the E.D. Bullard Company for 4p175, to be charged o account No. 411.1' This has the approval of the Chairman of the Water Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven,'James, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran,.Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried.' Alderman Harwood also submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works stating that the Police Department is in need of a new speed graphic camera including pack adapter and lense shade, for the newly created Criminal Investigation Division. Two bids were received. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase a new speed graphic camera with pack adapter and lense shade from the low bidder, Norman-Willets 'Company, at price quoted of•$219.15 plus 2% sales tax, to be charged to item No. 118. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Police Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacBteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacBteven, James, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "In accordance with authority granted by the City Council on October 8, 1945, the Commissioner of Public Works advertised for bids for furnishing electrical material for flood lighting Foster Field. Two bids were received as follows: One complete bid from Graybar Electric Co. . . .$4,869.66 One incomplete bid from General Electric Co. . . 4,049.73 Due to bids for material, without install cost, exceeds the appropriation, the Commissioner of Public Works requests authority to reject all bids, The Commissioner of Public Works also requests authority to return the deposit check of Graybar Electric Co. in the amount of $500:" Accordingly the Commissioner of Public Works is also authorized to re -advertise immediately for bids for furnishing electrical material _for Flood lighting Foster Field in accordance with action of the 581 a Purchasing and Park Committees. This handling has the recommendation of both committees, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $7.68.80 and moved that the Township. -Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative to request received from Quinlan & Tyson for permission -to install a pipe rail in the alley pavement approximately 6 inches west of the building known as 1118 Davis Street. It is recommended that the permit be granted subject to - 1. Pipe rail,not to exceed 3 feet in height, nor less than 2 feet. 2. Pipe rail to be installed not more than 6 inches from building line. 3. Bond of 610,000 to cover this intallation. Alderman James moved that permit be issued. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Reynolds of the Second Ward addressed the Council as follows: "In the not too distant future the question of a War Memorial -is going to have to.be considered, and is being considered right now by a great many people -.in Evanston, A number of those people interested have spoken to Alderman Barber and myself, and probably other Aldermen, and,we have indicated to them that that is not a matter for the City Council, that the %b le thing is being raised by popular subscription.. Those people desire an opportunity to.be heard for the purpose of determining what is the best kind of a memorial to be%purchased. With that in mind Alderman Barber and I have arranged a meeting at the Dewey School on November 7-at 8:00 P.M. for the purpose of allowing all interested parties to express their views., At that Meeting Mr. G.H. Tomlinson, Chairman and Mr. Owen L. Coon will be present to present the proposed plan to the public gen- erally. It is our purpose in announcing it this evening to ask that the members of the Council be present. Alderman Barber and myself do -not plan taking any stand for any particular type of Memorial. We simply want to comply with the wishes of these people in arranging a way for them to present their ideas and that is the purpose of this meeting." Aldermen Thoma, Hungerford and James protested at the unnecessary delay in calling of the Council meetings. t W�, UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham"made the following appointment of name previously introduced:'. Benjamin.F; Kennedy,, Special Police'--6 months, and Richard-E. Lindsay, Special Police,- 10 days Alderman Mogg moved that these appointments be confirmed.. Duly-,' seconded and, carried. _ Mayor Ingraham introduced the following.names for confirmation at the next -meeting of the City Council: William Henrichs, Special Police - 6 months renewal Kaj H. Aagaard, ►r n 6 n rr Edna Anna Garvey, !' !' , .,6 !' For Council records, Chief of Police ,Ekman has announced that Arnhold A. Aschenbeck has been appointed as pro-. bationary patrolman for a period 'of 60 days. - Upon motion duly seconded and -carried, the -Council adjourned at 11:20 P.M. - Edward W_. Bell, t City Clerk Evanston, Illinois City Hall November 5, 1945. Regular Meeting of the City Council held November 5, 1945, convening at- 10:00 P.M. - - PRESENT:, (16). Alderman Bersbach , Hemenway " Barber " Reynolds n Kimbark.- _ Mogg. - !' MacSteven rr James Jourdain rr Rubin " Brandt !' Emery " Corcoran " Harwood 'r Thoma Hungerford ABSENT:- None Mayor Ingraham presiding. At this time Alderman Thoma introduced -Mrs. Hazel Ferguson, a resident of Evanston, and recently appointed by Governor Green as a member of,the Illinois Planning Commission., Mayor Ingraham then invited Mrs. Ferguson to take a ,seat on the rostrum. 503 Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held October 29, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. , City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Communication from Ralph M. Shanesy, Coordinator of the Evanston Defense Council dated November 1, 1945, stating he was turning over to the Mayor the following volumes: 1. 3 scrapbooks containing clippings, pictures and other information. 2. 1 volume containing the complete minutes of the meetings of the Council and its Executive Committee from the time of its formation on December 9, 1941, to September 10, 1945. 3. 1 volume of Procedure Manual for the Use of Training Officers in,the various courses offered to the public. 4. 2 volumes of booklets, pamphlets and instruments issued by National O.C.D. Headquarters and Chicago Metropolitan Area Headquarters. 5. l.volume of Evanston Defense Council training material. 6. 1 volume of records relating to the formation of the Council, the Public Lectures sponsored by Northwestern University and the Council given in Cahn Auditorium and sundry other activities. Alderman James stated: "I think every member.of the City Council recognizes the vast amount of work that Mr. :Shanesy and all connected with his organization did on behalf.of the Home Front effort, and we are all indebted to them indeed. Accordingly I move that the. report be accepted with gratitude and appreciation and that the Mayor be authorized to accept the volumes mentioned along with the scrap books, files and records of the organization and that the Mayor be authorized to turn these records and files over to the Evanston Historical Societv.rr Duly seconded and carried. Communication Mrs. H,R. .Schroeder, Secy. of Park Place Neighbors .prffing that the Doetsch Bros. property be converted into a park for the Citq of Evanston. Alderman Rubin moved same be. referred to the Park Committee and the Corporation Counsel. Duly seconded and carried. Communication Chas. K. Schulte together with a Petition signed by four property owners on Barton Avenue between Dobson Street and Bruimnel Street, foir a vacation of alley west of Dobson Street for a distance of 60 feet; said alley being 16 feet wide. Mr. .Schulte would like to buy this small strip of land and enclosed a check in amount of $200. Alderman,James moved same be referred to the Street Committee. Duly seconded and earried. Notice State of Illinois advising that our allotment of Motor Fuel Tax for the month of September, 1945 is $8,824.06. Alderman Rubin moved same be'referred to the Street Committee and the Com- missioner of Publiq Works. Duly seconded and carried. 584 Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE submitted application received from Mr. Walter N. .Stevenson requesting permission to build a two car frame garage on the rear of the vacant property at the northeast corner of Ridge Avenue and Monroe Street. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also submitted application received from Mrs. Carrie P. Turner, 2314 Brown Avenue Evanston, requesting permission to build a two car garage on the rear of the vacant property owned by her at 2318-20 Brown Avenue. Committee on Buildings recommends that -this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also submitted application -together with frontage consents received from John R. Ross, requesting per- mission to,convert the one story brick garage building at 1818-20 Dempster Street into a laundry employing less than ten persons on the premises. The frontage consents on file indicate that the owners of a majority of the frontage on each side of 'the street in the block in question have consented to the proposal. Objections have been received however, from the owners of 120 feet of property on the north -side of the street. Committee on .Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the•FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper • charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department $ 5.61 City Hall Building 346.67 Contingent Fund 219.75 Fire Department 305.07 Garbage Department 457.20 Health Department 51.39 Miscellaneous Fund 98.96 Motor Fuel Tax -Special Account 266.81 Municipal Court 5.50 Park Department 117.74 Playground Department 137.17 Police Department 227.54 Public Works Department 122.38 Salaries of City Officers Fund 66.78 ;Salvage -Special Account 78.55 Street & Bridge Department 7,630.56 Pumping -Station 20552.87 Filtration Plant 25.21 City of Evanston Water Works Revenue 1944 Bond Account 5,960.69 Water Mains Bureau 35977 Water Meter Bureau 14.18 585 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid November 9, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts:. Building Department Civil Service Commission Playgrounds Department Playgrounds'Department Police Department Police Department Street & Bridge -Repair Dept. Park Department City Hall Building Water Department Public Works Department Public Works bepartment $72.50 45.00 287.00 126.10 480,00 535,50 8,519.69 1,646.86 24.00 575.08 503.68 353.76 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerf ord, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted the following report from the Building Commissioner: , "The projecting electric sign over the store building at 805 Davis Street has been removed and the restaurant which formerly occupied the premises has been out of business for some time. In view of the fact that it would be difficult to trace the operator and still more difficult to secure payment of -the fee, I recommend that the fee be cancelled and I be authorized to void the permit." Alderman Kimbark so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway for the HEALTH COMMITTEE presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: WHEREAS,.the Health Department and the Water Department of the City of Evanston have worked out a plan for use of fluorine in a concentration of one part per million in the drinking water, which plan will include examination of the teeth of the school children and careful.checking of their teeth at regular intervals over a period of years to determine what benefits have been ob- tained; and WHEREAS, the financing of this project has been arranged through the Zoller Dental Clinic of the University of Chicago and the Illinois State Department of Health, and the only expense to the City will be the cost of the fluorine and the installation of a feeder; and ME WHEREAS, the Evanston Dental Society, the Evanston Medical Society and the :Superintendents of Schools:have endorsed this study, which will be similar to studies now being carried out in two other cities; and- t WHEREAS, children in other communities which have fluorine in their drinking water have much less dental decay than Evanston children whose drinking water contains no fluorine, and since the dental examination and tabulation of results will be carried on without cost to the City: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Evanston do approve the plan and project of using fluorine in the drinking water, and that the Departments of Health and Water be authorized to proceed accordingly. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran stated that inasmuch as Armistice Day is being observed on Monday, November 12, moved that when the Council adjourns tonight it adjourn until Tuesday, November 13. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran submitted communication from The American Legion Post No. 42 requesting the privilege of holding a brief Armistice Dav program in Fountain Square between 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Monday, November.12, 1945. The Committee has con- sidered this request and recommends permit be granted, and -so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran submitted communication from Lord's stating that Santa Claus comes to Evanston November 23 and requesting permission for a parade on that day, November 23 about 10:•00 A.M. The route of the parade is to be.east on Davis Street from North- Western Depot to :Sherman Avenue; north on Sherman Avenue -to the Varsity Theatre. The Committee has considered this request and recommends permit be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran stated that last Monday night in Committee of the Whole the Council requested the Corporation Counsel to render an opinion to be considered by the Judiciary Committee interpreting the meaning of "duration of the War." The Corporation Counsel has rendered that opinion which was read. The Committee considered same and based upon that the Committee recommends the adoption of the following Resolution: 587 WHEREAS, because of war emergencies various and sundry permits and licenses have heretofore been authorized and granted, upon the express condition that the same should be and remain in force and effect -only for the "duration of the Ware or for some other limited period of time based upon the -termination of the war; and WHEREAS, such permits and licenses would not have been granted except for the desire of this Council to assist in every possible way in the successful prosecution of the War and upon representa- tions made to it that the said permits and licenses were reasonably necessary for that purpose; and WHEREAS, it was the intent and purpose that all such permits and licenses were to be temporary and not to continue indefinitely; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT LS HEREBY RESOLVED, that whenever used in connection with any grant, permit or license issued or authorized to be issued by this Council, or -any official of the City of Evanston, the word "duration" and the phrase "duration of the War" was intended to mean and did mean that term or period of time expiring September 3. 1945. and that all other dates or durations of time determined or to be determined and based thereon be computed accordingly. Alderman Corcoran moved the adoption of said Resolution.. Duly seconded and carried. . Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted report from Supt. of Bureau of Recreation advising that a report of the activities held on parks, playgrounds and school areas on Halloweten indicate the largest turnout that the Department has experienced. Also a verbal report from the Chief of Police saying he had less trouble this year than heretofore, Alderman Mogg also submitted a report from :Supt. of Bureau of Recreation on the summer playground and beach activities, which will be available if the aldermen wish to see them. Our beach attendance this year was some 25% less because of the cool weather, but in spite of that we took in more than enough to defray our beach expenses. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE stated that as reported last week the Federal Government has approved an advance of $6,400 for plans, etc., on Police, Fire Station and Municipal Court Building, same to be repaid when and if bond issue is approved. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to execute the form of agreement and public voucher form forwarded by the United States Government, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Emery. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 588 Alderman Brandt stated that this plus the State grant which we hope Mrs. Ferguson will see fit to further, and we know she will, will give us a total of $28,600. for Water extension program, Police and Fire Station and the New Municipal Building. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works stating that the Street Department is in need of various sizes of fire brick for use in re- pairing the incinerator. Two proposals for furnishing this material have been received. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase the required fire brick from the low bidder, Western Materials Co. at their bid price of $593.90, the ex- penditure to be charged to account No. 615. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. .Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $365.21 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman*MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the 'STREET COMMITTEE submitted two reports from the Commissioner of Public Works requesting per- mission to advertise for bids for furnishing a track -type tractor in accordance with specifications on file in the office of the Com- missioner of Public Works; and also authority to advertise for bids for furnishing gasoline for use by City vehicles for 1946. Alderman James moved this authority be granted. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE submitted a report advising that a year ago, pursuant to action of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Mrs. George H. Sargent was given permission to construct a three story apartment building on her property at the northwest corner of Hinman Avenue and Grove Street with variations 589 from the setback and garage regulations of the ordinance. Mrs. Sargent has been unable to proceed with the building and now requests that this permission be extended for another year. A majority of the Committee on Zoning recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. At this time Mayor Ingraham called upon Mrs. Ferguson for a few remarks. Whereupon she addressed the Council and explained briefly the purpose and functions of the Illinois Planning Commission, and expressed her willingness to cooperate at all times and invited the,Council to.give her any suggestions they might have relative to Evanston. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Kimbark of the Third Ward referred to report from the Evanston Defense.Council, Mr. Ralph D. :Shanesy, and moved a reference to the Judiciary Committee that. proper'resolution•be prepared expressing appreciation of the Council for the fine work of Mr. Shanes7 and his committee: Duly seconded 'and carried. Alderman Reynolds of the Second Ward reminded the Aldermen of the meeting to be held'November 7 at the Dewey School to discuss the proposed War Memorial, and also asked Mrs. Ferguson to attend this meeting if possible. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: 'Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Kaj H. Aagaard, Special Police - 6 months renewal William Henrichs, it it 6 rr rr Edna A. Garvey, , it it Alderman Rubin moved that .these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. For Council records, Chief of Police Ekman has announced that the probationary period for the following patrolmen has been extended for another 60 day period: Elmer Jantho, William C. Fleming, John P. :Schftlidt, James L. Getchius, Upon motion duly seconded' and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:32-'P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 590 Evanston, Illinois City Hall November 13, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held November 13, 1945, convening at 9:30 P.M.. PRESENT: (14) Alderman Hemenway Barber rr Reynolds Kimbark it Mogg " MacSteven " James Jourdain rr Rubin '.' -Brandt !' Corcoran Harwood " Thoma " Hungerf ord ABSENT: (2). " Bersbach " Emery Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved•.that the Minutes of Meeting held November 5, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following Communication Mrs. V.E. Franzen, Corr. Secy. of Lincolnwood Parent-Teacher Association who heartily approve of the tentative plan for a community recreation center at the site of the present gravel pit west of the City. Alderman Mogg moved -same be referred to the Park Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department City Clerkfs Office City Collector's Office City Hall Building Contingent Fund Fire Department Garbage Department Heal th Department Legal Department Motor Fuel Tax Fund Municipal Court Park`Department Playground Department Police Department Public Works Department Public Works Department Salvage -Special Account Sidewalk -Special Account Street & Bridge Department Street & Bridge Department Salvage -Special Account Miscellaneous Fund $28.22 5.30 17.24 253- 98 64.00 195.91 12.17 196.66 155.20 169.84 1,72 245.42 T09.90 2.58 128.93 175.00 6.61 22.00 1,072.05 160.00 200.00 20.00 591 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James,..Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted the following report from the Building Commissioner: "The attached permit for the construction ofa brick three car garage was issued to Eric Becker, 2600 Central Street on October 15 this year. Mr. Becker has since taken out a permit ,for a different building at the same location and paid the required permit fee._ Since the building for which the attached permit was issued will not be'built, I recommend that the permit be can- celled and the fee refunded to Mr. Becker." Alderman Kimbark so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jame.s, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark read the following communication addressed to Mayor,Ingraham: "The ,Salvage fund, created from profit by the city's sale of waste paper and tin cans, now has a cash balance of about Six Thousand,Dollars. The Citizens Advisory Committee on.the use of these funds, recommends the following expenditures at this time: 1. For decoration and illumination through the Christmas season,. of the Roll of Honor in Fountain Square; the sum of Two Hundred Dollars ($200.00) or such part of it as may be required. This is to be done in cooperation with the merchants decoration of Fountain "quare. 2. For the purchase.of War Bonds to be given to city employees who collected the salvage material and gave extensively of their own time in the work; distribution of bonds and war stamps to be based upon. 'records of time contributed by city employees. This is to be a token of appreciation only, not a payment. Total sum, Eighteen Hundred Dollars ($1800.00)., 3. For the purchase of a suitable gift to the Military Department of Evanston Township High School in appreciation of the great help given by boys of the Corps in collecting salvage material not to exceed Fifty Dollars ($50.00) in cost. These expenditures will reduce the fund to approximately Four Thousand Dollars. (signed) Frank S. Endicott Herbert S. Philbrick George R. Folds, Chairman The Finance Committee recommends the approval of these expenditures from the Salvage Fund, and Alderman Kimbark so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway,.Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin,,Brandt, Corcoran Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 592 Alderman Hemenway for the HEALTH COMMITTEE intro- duced An Ordinance Amending Section 1872 of Article XVII entitled r "Miscellaneous Regulations" Chapter XXXV of The Evanston Municipal Code of 1927 (Insufficient Heat, etc.) Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene asof 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COM- MITTEE reported that a proposal has been received requesting fore- closure proceedings on certain special assessments on property lo- cated at the northwest corner of Crain Street and Pitner Avenue; also the northeast corner of Crain Street -and Pitner Avenue and the south side of South Blvd. between Wesley and Florence Avenues. This has been approved by the entire Local Improvements Committee and proper.resolution has been prepared authorizing said proceedings,' and moved the adoption of this resolution. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted a report from the Supt. of Bureau of Recreation requesting a sum of $350 to sponsor a number of Children's and Shut -Ins Christmas parties. The Park Committee has consideredrthis request and accordingly moved it be granted, to be charged to item No. 557. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Mogg also submitted a report from the Com- missioner of Public Works together with Plat of Subdivision entitled "Harry A. Swigert's resubdivision of Lots 1, 2 and 3 (except the south 10 feet thereof) in Block 2 in Arnold & Warren's Addition to Evanston, and vacated alley east of said premises; also; Lots 24, 25 and 26 (except the south 10 feet thereof) in Block 2 in the subdivision of Block 1 and the north 560 feet of the east 1/2 of Block 2 in Arnold & Warren's Addition to Evanston, together with riparian rights there all to pertaining," (being the southeast corner of Sheridan,'Road and Kedzie Street.) Alderman Mogg moved the approval of.said Plat with 593 instructions to the City Clerk to complete it with proper certification. Motion seconded by Alderman James and carried. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE stated that bids for remodeling of the New Municipal Building will be opened in the office of the Commissioner of Public Works on November 17, 1945, All Aldermen are invited. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "The Bureau of Recreation has two old motorcycles, 1934 models. We are now in a position to purchase jeeps from the Surplus Property Board of the Federal Government. It is thought that jeeps would be much more satisfactory than motorcycles. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase 1 - 1945 model jeep at a price not to exceed $782,00, as listed by the government, the expenditure to be charged to the groper account. We would also like to have authority to advertise the sale of the two old motorcycles." ` Thishas the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and Alderman Harwood so moved. Motion seconded by'Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood,-Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $789.17 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven,.James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. ' Alderman'James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted application made on the part of Dampman-Schmitt Company for permission to construct a driveway at 1101 Chicago Avenue. This proposed driveway is located in a Commercial Area and a driveway bond is required. It is recommended that permission be granted to construct this.driveway with the condition that the work be done in accordance with proper a ordinances and that a satisfactory bond b rurnished. All work to be done under the supervision of the Public Works Department, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman.James reported that in connection with the location, construction, operation and maintenance of a 10" water main 594 in Dempster Street from Dodge,Avenue to Hartrey Avenue, which will require four 5' x 5' openings in the concrete pavement of Dempster Street, presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution to be sent to the Department of Public Works and Buildings of the State of Illinois making application for a permit from said Department to do this work which is to be performed by employees of the City of Evanston; that the proper officers of the City are hereby instructed and authorized to sign said permit in behalf of the City of Evanston. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman James of.the Fourth Ward addressed the Council as follows: "A couple of weeks ago, Alderman Kimbark made a reference to the Mayor requesting the appointment of a special committee on housing, looking particularly to the interest of the returning veterans. I should like to request that when the Mayor considers the appointment of such a committee that he .regard within the scope of the committee aid and advice in other problems of the veterans that might be referred to this committee. In addition to it being very difficult to obtain housing accommodations for returning'veterans because of the scarcity of quarters, my attention has been directed to what I think is a scandalous situation. I am told that it is quite prevalent that bonuses are required from not only veterans but from others who seek apartments and houses for rent. I'am not particularly concerned with the morality of the situation as applies to civilians and it is not any particular affair'of mine if the landlord or persons in control of buildings wants to shake down an applicant 'seeking an apartment or a house. It is the con- cern of everybody within the city when returning veterans, and in some instanceswounded ones are penalized. One I know of particularly, a wounded veteran was shaken down for $100 and when told he could not pay it then .$50 was asked, in order that he get into a building. Maybe it is not the concern of the City Council, but it seems to me that this committee that the Mayor appoints would do well to look into a situation of that kind on behalf of the ex -service men. Down in the Fourth Ward there is a building that from time to time has vacancies and I know of a particular case where a veteran came to me and told me he was advised that if he`got in touch with the owner he might get an apartment. He did get in touch with the owner who shook him down for $100 which he felt was high and a compromise was made for $50. This veteran served a long time in the European area and his feet were frozen and for 11 months he was in a hospital. It developed in that time that the feet responded to treatment and that it would not be necessary to am- putate them, and upon his return to the hospital in the United States he was walking around with crutches, then -with two canes, then one cane and now he is walking without any help. •It seems to me if the people of Evanston, the landlords and apartment owners owe anything to a returned veteran it certainly is free access to a building without benefit.of a bonus. I do know that many members of this council have gone to the Elks Club to bid the boys farewell and told them how much the city appreciated the task they were about to undertake and how grateful they were. If we feel it is a part of our duty to do that, it is also .part of our duty to keep faith with them when they return, and I think the council should do something -to correct similar situations of which I speak. Anyone who engages in a practice of that kind should be'exposed and it should be brought out in public light. I trust this situation that I speak of in particular and all similar situations that may come to your Honor's attention will be reported to this committee that you appoint. It is a duty we owe to the veterans to correct all such outragings of decency." 595 Alderman.Barber of the Second.Ward stated that those instances should be reported to the O.P.A.,that while.he was not entirely-in,accord with some of their rulings, on the matter of rent. control and, -enforcement they have been very vigilant. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 9:55 P.M. City Clerk., Edward W. Bell - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - r c Evanston, Illinois City Hall November 19, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held November 19, 19450 convening at ll::30 o'clock P.M. r " PRESENT: (15) Alderman Bersbach " Barber Reynolds . r !' Kimbark rr Mogg ~ " MacSteven < " James Jourdain !' Rubin rr Brandt " Emery Corcoran Harwood !' Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: (1) " Hemenway r Mayor Ingraham presiding.. .Alderman Rubin .moved that the Minutes of Meeting held November 13,.1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. e City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: City Treasurer's Financial Statement for the month ending :'October,31; 1945.. Alderman Kimbark;moved;the report be referred to the Auditor.. The motion was duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE.read the following application: rl"An application has been received from A.W. Ware requesting permission to erect a two story frame apartment building on the rear of the property at 1815 Lemar Avenue. The Building Code requires the approval of the City Council before a building can be erected on the rear of a - lot.. Your Committee on,Buildings recommends that this application be granted., and so moved. The motion was duly seconded and carried. 596 .Alderman Jourdain submitted an•application received from Albert . Hecht, -architect, for a proposed 42 apartment building to be erected at 816 Hinman Avenue, requesting permission to use fire- proof construction for the first floor and fire resistive construction as described in the attached letter for the three floors above. The Building Code requires fireproof construction throughout for apart- ment buildings exceeding three (3) stories in height: 'Your Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be denied. .Alderman Jourdain moved the adoption of the recommendation, Duly seconded and carried. , Alderman Kimbark for the. FINANCE COMMITTEE submitted - t I - and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the .proper charges and transfers be authorized: City Hall Building $ 5.80 City Treasurerfs Office 121.96 Civil `Service Commission .9.22 Contingent Fund 23.20 Contingent Fund 11.72 Fire Department 227.11 Garbage Department 11.40 Health Department .81.63 Legal Department 96.50 Iyotor Fuel Tax -.Special Fund 3,431.15 Park Department 11.73 Playground Department 90.30 Police Department 623.74 Police Department 60.00 Public Works Department 85.76 Salaries of. City Officers Fund. 28.72 °Salvage -Special Account 181.33 Street & Bridge Department 1,271.36 Water Department 22.25 Pumping'Station 104.17 Filtration Plant 133.90 Water Mains Bureau 2,687.49 Total of bills for all 9„320.44 , departments (exclusive of transfers), , Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen.Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Mac -Steven., James,QJourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the•payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid November 23, 1945, same to be charged to the proper accounts: City Hall Building $18,00 Civil Service Commission 36.00 Small Parks Department 1,621.43 Playgrounds Department 107.50 Playgrounds Department 135,50 , Public Works Department 464,92 Public Works Department 344.16 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 70790.38 Z97 Water Department Water Department Water Department Police Department Police Department Total $649.55 16.88 70.75 560.00 480.00 12,301.07 Motion seconded by.Aldermah Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, r Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented a communication from the Building Commissioner -for cancelling $25.00 fee.for a filling station permit.for the year 1944, located at 1624 Chicago Avenue, with a recommendation that the same be approved and the $25.00 charge be cancelled. Motion by Alderman Kimbark that the $25.00 fee for 1944 be cancelled. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerf ord (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE stated; "Mr. Mayor, we 'are approaching a new year -and a hew budget is to be prepared and also, because of the fact that we may be approaching a decreased income, because of recent legislation by the State Legislature, I would like to ask the City Collector to -prepare for the Finance Committee suggestions for the license fees to be charged by the City for the coming year of 1946. " Alderman Hungerford for the FIRE COMMITTEE - no report. Alderman Hungerford for the HEALTH.COMMITTEE presented and moved.the passage of the heating ordinance that was introduced at the meeting on November 13, entitled; AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1872 OF ARTICLE XVII ENTITLED '!MISCELLANEOUS REGULATIONS'OF CHAPTER XXXV'OF THE EVAN.STON MUNICIPAL CODE OF 1927, Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jame.s,. Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene -as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. - 598 Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE presented and read the following Resolution: WHEREAS, the Evanston branch of the Office of Civilian Defense, commonly referred to as the Evanston Council, under the guidance of Mr..Ralph D. .Shanesy, who was appointed coordinator by Mayor Ingraham in 1941, has rendered immeasurable community service and faithfully carried out the Nat-ional Program of Defense in this area during the past four years and will continue with those activities which are essential.to reconversion; and WHEREAS, it is proper and fitting that recognition be given to the services -of Mr. Ralph D. .Shanesy, as coordinator, to the members of the executive committee of the Defense Council, and the personnel of its subcommittees, as well as the hundreds of citizens who volunteered as workers to serve in the various branches of activities connected with civilian defense; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Evanston, Illinois, in regular meeting assembled, that on behalf of this Cit7, official appr.e:c ation and gratitude be and the same is hereby expressed to Mr. Halph D. Shanesy,, as coordinator of Civilian Defense, the members of the executive committee of the Evanston Defense Council; the personnel of the various committees of Civilian Defense and to the hundreds of individual citizens who carried on the very numerous functions of the Office of Civilian Defense, for their respective contri- butions to this great project which has,been and continues to be so ably and efficiently carried out: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread upon the permanent records of the City and that a copy, signed by the Mayor, and attested by the City Clerk, be delivered to the Evanston Defense Council to be filed along with its other records with the Evanston Historical Society. Alderman Corcoran moved the adoption of the Resolution and the same was duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the COMMITTEE ON LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution rec- ommending the foreclosure of the property located at the southwest corner of Central .Street and Marcy Avenue, as follows: WHEREAS, the People of the State of Illinois, through William J. Touhy, State's Attorney of Cook County, Illinois, has filed or is about to file its complaint for the foreclosure of general real estate taxes against the following described vacant real estate, situated in the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois, to -wit: Lotsl and 2, Block 4, A.T. McIntosh's Centralwood Addition to Evanston; WHEREAS, the People of the State of Illinois claim that its lien for general taxes is a prior and first lien on the real estate above described; and WHEREAS, the City of Evanston has certain liens against said premises for unpaid and defaulted special assessments against said real estate; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Evanston, Illinois, that the City of Evanston file and prosecute a suit in the Circuit or .Superior Court of Cook County, for foreclosure of special assessments and to foreclose and enforce the lien of all unpaid special assessments against the real estate situated in the City of Evanston, County of Cook and State of Illinois, and described as follows: Lots 1 and 2. Block 4, A.T. McIntosh's Centralwood Addition to Evanston - BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that O.D. Buckles, Corporation .599 Counsel, be authorized to institute said proceedings for and in behalf of the City of Evanston, and to take all steps necessary to enforce the lien of all special assessments against the real estate above described. This property, together with general taxes which are to be paid, will bring aggregate payment -to sixty (60%) per cent of the assessed valuation of $3,332.00. Alderman Reynolds moved the adoption of the Resolution. `Seconded by Alderman Barber and carried. Alderman Reynolds also advised the Council that a communication had also been received requesting. the foreclosure of seven (7) pieces of property located as follows; West side of Ashland Ave. between Kirk and Mulford St. North side of Dobson St. east of Ashland Avenue North side of Dobson St. east of Florence Avenue North side of Brummel St. east of Dewey Avenue North side of Main St. east of Ashland Avenue West side of Asbury Ave. south of Monroe Street West side of Asbury Ave, near Madison ;Street Attached hereto you will find a proposal from Attorneys Brown & West, relative to the foreclosure of these tracts.of vacant property. "I have checked all of the offers made and they comply with the 60 per -cent formula and in some cases exceed that amount." This also was approved by the Committee on Local Improvements and the proper. resolution has-been prepared, and moved the adoption of that Reso- lution. Motion was seconded by Alderman Brandt and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted a report from Supt. of Bureau of Recreation on expenditures in con— nection with -the Halloween Party., stating that of the Three Hundred Dollars that the city appropriated,for.that purpose, there was a balance of $124.03 that was not expended and same had been returned. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE reported his Committees action in expressing their grief and sympathy over the loss of Lieutenant Wharton. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE reported that bids were received Saturday, November 17 by the Com- missioner of Public Works for the remodeling of the New Municipal Building -as per attached sheet which is in the hands of the Aldermen. - It is recommended that the general bids be rejected.and deposits returned and that.the ventilating, plumbing, heating, electrical and miscellaneous bids be held up for further consideration. Alderman Thoma spoke on the point of bids and>suggested•that if any bids were rejected, then all bids were to be rejected. After 600 further discussion on bids, and at a later point in the meeting, Alderman Brandt amended his motion so as to reject all bids and authorize a return of all deposit checks. Alderman Thoma withdrew his motion to hold up action, and the seconds to this request were, by their makers, respectively withdrawn, and -the motion of Alderman Brandt was thereupon put to roll call vote and unanimously carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE reported that the Engineering Department needs a new automobile to replace the 1937 Ford No. 83, and that the City Council is requested to.authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to advertise for bids for furnishing one (1) new Business Coupe with trade-in of the 1937 Ford No. 83. The motion was duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood also presented the following recommendation: "In accordance with authority granted by the City Council on October 29, 1945, the Commissioner of Public Works re -advertised for bids for furnishing electrical material for flood lighting of Foster Field.- Bids were received from the following three firms•: Graybar Electric Company., Revere Electric .Supply Company Westinghouse Electric Supply Company The City reserved the right in advertising to purchase individual items.from any list. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase and distribute the items among Graybar Electric Company, Revere Electric Supply Company and the.Westing- �n,aQP .E1 entric ..Supply Companv. at a total cost not to exceed $5.,200.00 selecting the best bids from the three lists. The approximate expenditure cov.ers all electrical equipment necessary to complete the soft ball diamond, football field, the tennis courts and playground lighting. This expenditure is to be charged to item No. 510. These items will be delivered about March 1, 1946." Alderman Harwood moved the adoption of the recommendation. Alderman .Jourdain congratulated the City Council on taking steps to complete this project which will be of great benefit to the recreation program of the city, and seconded the motion. Alderman James congratulated Alderman Jourdain on the ultimate success of his efforts in this behalf, saying that Alderman Jourdain has for years aggressively advocated this much needed neighborhood facility. The motion was put and the aldermen voting aye are as follows: Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 601 Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $507.99 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Mac.Steven, James, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the .STREET COMMITTEE reported that Mr. Carl K. Schulte has offered a petition to the City Council, now in the hands of the Street Committee, to vacate an alley between Dobson and Brummel Streets. In connection with this vacation Mr. Mayor, it is necessary to have an appraisal made of the property at issue. Accordingly moved that authority be given the Commissioner of Public Works to employ an appraiser for this purpose. The motion was duly seconded. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, James, MacSteven, Jourdain, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): "Voting nay none. Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE read the following: "A communication has been received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by Stanley J. Smith for a -variation from the set -back requirements to permit a two story addition to the front, of his house at 2108 Lincoln Street to be brought out to the front line of the present porch. The Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Board of Appeals and grant this appeal." The motion was duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach also presented the following communication and moved its adoption: "A communication has been received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending'the granting of an appeal filed by Mrs. Erma E. Norde,en for permission to construct a store building at 2900 Central Street, so located as to line up with the existing store buildings to -the west, instead of being set back twenty - seven feet as required by the Zoning Ordinance. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Board of Appeals and grant this appeal." The Motion was seconded by Alderman Kimbark and carried. Alderman Thoma for the WATER COMMITTEE presented the following: "The Commissioner of Public Works requests authority to advertise . for bids for aluminum sulphate., liquid chlorine, acqua ammonia, activate carbon and sodium flouride for the use in water treatment at the Filtration Plant during the year 1946." 602 Alderman Thoma moved the approval of the request to advertise for bids for purchase of the materials set out therein. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. Duly carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Thoma'of the Eighth Ward suggested that the Police Department be*notified-to keep a continuous watch on motor speeding on Asbury Avenue: Alderman Emery of the Sixth Ward requested that the Commissioner of Public Works be notified to investigate the possibility of having some sort of over -pass built or an under -pass at the North Western tracks. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward spoke in regard to something being done in regard to the house situation and housing facilities for returning veterans. "I do not believe in letting up in enforcing any particular Zoning laws, but I think there is one thing which I have talked over with some of the members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, and I believe something in line with that would be a help during this housing emergency, and that is where a garage is made satisfactory for living quarters, and yet there is not enough of the square feet space for the family as required by the Zoning law, yet if that be.allowed for a limited time, to allow a lesser requirement�of square feet per family it would help solve this situation and"do nobody any harm,, and I move a reference of that be made to the .Zoning Committee and to the Zoning Board of Appeals." The motion was duly seconded and carried. Alderman .Jourdain . of the Fifth Ward. suggested the erection of Stop signs at the corner of Simpson and Dewey; Darrow and Emerson; and Dodge and Emerson are equally dangerous corners for school.children going.to Foster School and supervision is needed at all three intersections. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward made a reference to the Chief of Police regarding the speeding on Asbury Avenue. Alderman Jourdain made the following reference: ".I wish to call attention to the fact that on November 23Pd there will be a Victory Loan Rally at the Evanston High School Gymnasium conducted by the Victory Bond Committee, and there will be a band there to furnish music and entertainment, and I wish to move that permission be given that the Victory Bond Committee of the Fifth Ward,'Section 2, be allowed to stage a parade of about five or six blocks preceding the Victory Loan Rally at the gymnasium. The program is proposed to start at about 7:00 P.M. The Jungleers Band of the 299th A.G.F..will furnish the music during the parade and at the gymnasium." The motion was seconded by Alderman James and carried. 603' Alderman Reynolds of the :Second Ward informed. the Council that attending the meeting was a delegation from the League of Women Voters, and, recommended a vote of appreciation f,or their attendance at the meeting and expressing the Council's regret at having convened so late. The Mayor expressed the appreciation of the Council for the attendance by the members of the League and expressed the Council's regret at having been -compelled to remain so long -in the. Committee meetings, so that the'Council did not -convene this meeting• until nearly midnight. Alderman Barber of the :Second Ward reported the •occurence of two accidents ,yesterday at the corner of Dempster Street and Wesley,Avenue, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, and congratulated -the Police Department and Mr. Faulkner upon their quick arrival at. -the scene, and changing the Stop signs at the corner and doing -such a quick and fine job at the accident.., Mayor Ingraham addressed the meeting and suggested the attendance of the people of Evanston 'at the -.Old Time Automobile Races which are to have their finish,at Evanston.,_ Alderman Brandt moved that the Commissioner of - Public Works be authorized to advertise for bids for work on the '-- New-Municipal Building. Motion seconded by Alderman Barber and ,duly carried. The time stated by the Commissioner of Public -Works to advertise for bids for, work, on the New Municipal Building was _,December 22, 1945. The Mayor: All.in favor .say aye; contrary. So ordered.. Motion carried. A motion to adjourn was made and duly carried and at 12:,05 A.M.,the meeting adjourned. Edward W. Bell., City Clerk r 604 Evanston, Illinois City Hall - November 26, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held November 260 1945, convening at 10:140 P.M. PRESENT: (15) `Alderman Bersbach Barber " Reynolds Kimbark !r Mogg !' Mac.Steven . rr James Jourda in Rubin Brandt Emery !' Corcoran !' Harwood Thoma it Hungerf ord ' ABSENT; (1) if Hemenway Mayor<Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held November 19, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward,W. Bell, presented the following:: Communication from Mrs. Horace Dawson, President, and Mrs. Nelson Peters,-Corr.-.Secy., of the North End Mothers' Club, stating that at a recent meeting of .their Board a resolution was passed urging that the City buy the Doetsch pit property to be used eventually -as a park, and that the North Evanstbn'Fourth of July Association cooperate with the City in the purchase'of the property, if necessary. Alderman Mogg moved same be referred to the Park Committee. Duly seconded and carried.' • Notice from the State of Illinois advi-sing that our* allot- ment of Motor Fuel Tax for the month of October, 1945 is $8,766.15. .Alderman Rubin moved same be referred to the .Street Committee and the Commissioner of Public Works•. Duly seconded' and carried. EAlderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE.presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: City Clerk's Office .96 City Collector's Office 15.36 City Treasurer's Office 3::.25 Civil :Service Commission 16.50 Contingent Fund 9.85 Fire Department 161.64 Garbage Department 1.25 Health Department 206.63 Park Department Playground Department Police Department Public Works Department Salvage -Special Account Street &c Bridge Department Miscellaneous Fund _ Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. $45.44 21.70 367.27 8.77 147.11 ' .1,383.48 . 9.44 Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark; Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourda_in, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also moved that the regular De- cember 15th payroll cover salaries for the full month of December. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt,, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none.. ' Alderman Kimbark moved that the Chief of Police be authorized an expenditure of �`�200 to travel to.New Orleans to bring back a prisoner. Motion.seconded by; Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M.; Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt for the.PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE recommended that the Commissioner of'Public Works change the date for the opening of bids for remodeling the New Municipal Building from December 2.2, 1945 to January 2, 1946, and so moved., Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt recommended and moved that the Corporation Counsel b.e tauthorized to draw up an Ordinance for the sale of the present City Hall property; also, that the bids be opened at 9 o'clock P.M. January 14, 1946, in Council Chambers. Certified checks for 10 per cent of the purchase price shall accom- pany each bid, and the date of occupancy shall be approximately September 15th. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- .mitted.the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: 606 "In accordance with authority granted by the City Council on November.5, 1945, four proposals for furnishing,gasoline for city equipment for 1946 were received and opened at 10:30 A.M. Saturday, November 24, as follows: Phillips Petroleum Co. 11.5 cents per gallon Pure Oil Company 11.6 cents per gallon Standard Tire Co. 11.9 cents per gallon Texas Company, - 12.1 cents per gallon Accordingly, the Commissioner of Public Works is authorized to accept the proposal of. the low bidder, Phillips Petroleum Company,. to. furnish gasoline for the cityts requirement for 1946, in accordance with City of Evanston specifications, at their bid price of 11.5 cents per gallon. Also, the deposit checks of the unsuccessful bidders shall be returned immediately, and the check of the succes- sful bidder shall be returned upon the execution of a satisfactory contract and the furnishing of a satisfactory. performance bond. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Alderman Harwood also submitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "In accordance with authority granted by the City Council on November 5, 1945, bids were received and opened at 11:00 A.M. C.W.T. November 24, 1945 for furnishing a track -type tractor and bulldozer blade. Three proposals were received as follows: TRACTOR Bulldozer Blade Net Delivered Net Delivered MAKE Price Price Patten Tractor & Equipment Co. R.C. Larkin Co. - Kennedy -Cochran Co. Caterpillar $5222.95 International 5319.50- Allis-Chalmers 7612.50 Less 2% $ 162.50 1'78.50 57.5.00 Less 2% Accordingly, the Commissioner of Public Works is authorized'to purchase from the low bidder, Patten Tractor and Equipment Co. a Caterpillar Trackson Tractor and bulldozer blade in accordance with City specifications, at their bid price of $5222.95 for the tractor and ,162.50 for the bulldozer blade. This expenditure is to be charged to account 609-A, proceeds from the sale of the crane. The balance of the $652.45 will be appropriated in the 1946 budget. Also, the Commissioner of Public Works is authorized to return the 60 deposit checks of the unsuccessful bidders immediately, and to return the deposit check of the successful bidder upon satisfactory delivery of.the tractor and bulldozer blade. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Street Committee and ' the :Purchasing Committee., and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg,•Mac:Steven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Thoma and Hungerford.(15): Voting nay none. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE -submitted bills of the Relief Organization in the amount of $508.43.and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Barber, Reynolds., Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman James of the Fourth Ward called the Council's attention to the case of Raymond F. Ostrand, 1332 Wesley Avenue, a returned veteran who has made application for a taxicab license. Mr. Ostrand was drafted while driving a cab in Evanston on lease from the Evanston Cab Co. The circumstances of his case fit in with the spirit of the Conscription Act, which provides that an employer shall give a returned veteran the job.he held -before being drafted in the event the same job is in existence. Therefore, It should be incumbent on the City of Evanston to recognize the pro- visions of the Conscription Act and give this and similar cases special attention. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward urged that the Council proceed at once without any factional differences to acquire a large Park for Evanston. He stated that Evanston is more deficient in parks than.any city in the State, and should use every means possible to acquire them. He called attention to the reports which the City Clerk has read at the last two Council meetings from organ- izations asking that the city do something to acquire the Doetsch Pit; and stated that these requests have come because the people desire a -park, and they have heard that the city can acquire the property at this time. Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward requested that a reference be made to the Health Commissioner, Building Commissioner, and -•the Commissioner.of Public Works that immediate steps=be taken to inform the,,Chicago Rose Gardens, located at Howard and Hartrey Avenue of.the City smoke ordinance.. The smokw from their building is creating a.hea1th hazard,.and he has received many complaints regarding it. UNDER.MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following,appointments of.names,previously introduced:. Evald Carlson, Special Police - 6 months renewal Werner Fleck, +r r► 6 rr Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following name for confirmation at the next meeting of the City Council: t Anton Ketter, 'Special Police - 30 days For Council records, Chief of Police Ekman has announced that John W. Weber has had'his appointment as Probationary Patrolman extended another-60 days. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the l Council adjourned at 11:05 P.M. Edward W. `Bell, City Clerk _ M. Evanston, Illinois City Hall December 3, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held December 3, 1945, convening at 10:25 P.M. PRESENT; (16) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway " Barber Reynolds Kimbark ri Mogg : rr MacSteven " James " Jourda in " Rubin '-' Brandt rr Emery rr Corcoran " Harwood it Thoma Hungerford ABSENT:None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of meeting held November-26, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City_Clerk Edward W. Bell, presen.ted the following: Communication from a Citizens Committee relative to meeting held December 3, 1945, to discuss ways and means to alleviate the extreme housing shortage existing in the City of Evanston; and listing a summary of results and that the City Council appoint a housing authority. In this connection Alderman Mogg addressed the Council as follows: "That is a matter on which I intended to make some remarks later. In some cities local organizations such as the Real Estate Board, etc., have made a canvass of the residents of the town to find out what vacant rooms people had and whether or not they would be willing to rent them to help out temporarily. I think we are all very much concerned about'the returning service men and also other families who have been engaged in war work elsewhere and are now coming back. It seems to me it might be well for the city through the Mayor to really do something, and moved a reference to the Mayor for his consideration calling to- gether a representative group of men from the Chamber of Commerce, the Real Estate Board and the American Legion, to determine whether it would be well to have a general canvass made of the town in -order to persuade people to rent rooms to returning veterans." Alderman Brandt also stated: "I recently made a suggestion to the Zoning Committee and the. Zoning Board of Appeals regarding liberalizing of space for garage apartments. I.know of several that could be occupied now if we would allow for a limited time, a smaller amount of square feet per family, and some recommendation should.be taken regarding this. _According, I second the motion that the Mayor appoint such a committee and make suggestions as to garage apartments -and renting of rooms." 610 Alderman Kimbark also stated: "I should like to offer an amendment"to Alderman Mogg's motion that the Mayor appoint a special committee of the City Council to see what they can do by making recommendations to the City Council also to the Zoning Committee to consider temporary amendments to our Zoning laws." Motion seconded by Alderman James who stated; "That is in line with other suggestions made on this floor previously in regard to the responsibility that rests with'the Council in regard to the returning veterans. I do not think we can speak impressively enough or too long the responsibility that is the Council's in regard to the various problems attendant to the returning service men. This question of housing is very urgent, and by making a cursory examination there are enough third floor rooms and garages to almost accommodate the acute situation that obtains today. I know of several very large homes in the city that are occupied by one or two people and if they were made familiar with the urgency of this situation they might cooperate and thus alleviate the situation to a large degree. The Council should assume this responsibility and cooperate with other organizations." Motion carried. Communication from the Law Department of Cook County, Illinois, relative to preliminary hearings on tax rates for Township Poor Relief for 1943 to be heard in the library of the State's Attorney's Office., Room 507, County Building on December 5, 1945 at 2 o'clock. Alderman Rubin moved same be referred to the Cor- poration Counsel. Duly seconded and carried. Seven communications as follows, urging the purchase of the Doetsch property for park purposes: W.A. Cope, 2417 Prospect Avenue, with 17 signatures William H. East, Jr. 3210 Hartzell Street Robert L. Anderson, 2433 Marcy Avenue Mrs. Milton A. Nix, 2340 Marcy Avenue Mrs. Wesley W. Race, Pres. Haven Intermediate P.T.A. Mrs. Fred I. Norman, Pres. Willard School Y.T.A. R.R. Campbell, 3221 Hartzell Street Alderman Jourdain for the BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted application received from the Evanston Township High School requesting permission to erect a wire fence six feet high around the ten acre property owned by the high school north of Church Street. Committee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain also submitted an application received from Wieboldt's Store on Davis Street, requesting permission to erect a sign 15 feet higher than the height designated by ordinance, in front of the store, and which was presented to the Committee of the Whole by the Building Commissioner. • Committee on Buildings recommends the granting of this application, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. 611 Alderman Jourdain stated that the Committee con- sidered protest of property owner at 1908 Sheridan Road -to the con- . .. tinued occupancy of property at 1914 Sheridan Road'.by the.North- western University for office'purposes. Two weeks. ago on the floor of the Council a motion was made that legal steps be taken to compel the University to terminate that use. Following that no particular action was taken and a communication was received from the University indicating they would be willing to withdraw and terminate use of the property as of June 15, 1946. That information was conveyed to the owner of the adjacent property who has agreed to that statement. Therefore., asked to withdraw motion made on the floor of the Council r two weeks ago. The Committee now offers a motion that the Commissioner of Buildings be instructed to communicate with the Northwestern Uni- versity giving consent of the City Council as to the continued use by the University of that property at 1914'Sheridan Road up until June 15, 1946, with the distinct understanding that the University will vacate the use of that property at that time. Duly seconded and. carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COR1fMITTEF submitted and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized; Public Works Department $10.00 Contingent Fund 85.00 Prepaid Insurance 248.54 Miscellaneous Fund 500,00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid December 7, 19451 same to be charged to the proper accounts: City Hall Building $18.00 Civil Service Commission 45.00 Police Department 453.60 Police Department 810.00 Small Parks Department 1:588.80 Public Playgrounds Dept. 197.95 Public Playgrounds Dept. 93.00. Building Department 145.00 Public Works Department 497'.56 Public Works Department —Sewer 473.58 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 6,915.65 Filtration Plant -Water 87.34 Pumping Station 92.88 Water Mains Division 40.80 Water Mains Division 554.83 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16);, Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark stated that last week an approp- riation of $200 was granted to the Chief of Police to go to New Orleans and bring back a prisoner. This trip was a little higher than he anticipated and accordingly granted an additional appropriation of $54.00, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Thoma for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. and consent to stay in session beyond period of 10:30 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COM- MITTEE reported that a proposal has been received requesting fore- closure proceedings against vacant property located at the northeast corner of Central Street and Lawndale Avenue. A minimum bid has been received which meets the 60% required. This has been 'approved by the Dommittee and proper resolution has been prepared authorizing same. Accordingly, presented and moved the adoption of a Resolution ,authorizing said proceedings for and in behalf of the City of Evanston. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE reported that the Committee considered matter of skating rinks for the coming winter season and recommends the following rinks be maintained. - Ackerman Park McDaniel Ave. and Central Street Baker Park Forest Ave. and Keeney Street Bent Park Harrison St. and Hastings Ave. Boltwood Park Florence Ave. and Davis Street Chandler -Leahy Park Lincoln St. and Ridge Ave. Dempster -Dewey area Dempster St. and Dewey Ave. Foster Playground Foster St. and Dewey Ave. Lagoon Foot of Davis .Street Larimer Park Crain St. and Oak Ave. Mason Park v Davis St. and Florence Ave. Orrington School grounds r Orrington Ave. and Monticello St. Ridgeville Park, South Blvd. and Asbury Ave. Willard School Playground Hurd Ave. and Park Pl. Also an additional rink area,for hockey and games at South Blvd. and Asbury Avenue, 613 The Committee also considered the question of what'streets should be blocked off for coasting when there is -snow, and recommends the following be made available for coasting: Seward Street Crain Street Lee Street Grove Street Leonard Place Grant Street Monticello Street East from Ridge Avenue East from Ridge Avenue West from Ashland Avenue West from Asbury Avenue West from Ridge Avenue West from Ridge Avenue East from Ridge Avenue Accordingly moved approval of above skating rinks and coasting areas. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg stated that for some time the Park Committee has discussed the possibility of acquiring property known as the Doetsch Pit, with the thought that eventually it might be filled in and be converted into a good park for the City, and stating that Mayor Ingraham has been interested in this project; also the North Evanston 4th of July Assn. Inc. Eddy S. Brandt, President, has indicated its willingness to assist the city in acquiring this property, providing the city is interested in securing it. The matter was presented at great length in Committee of the Whole meeting, and accordingly presented and moved the passage of the following Resolution: WHEREAS, it appears that an option has been secured by The Fourth of July Corporation for the purchase of the tract of land commonly known as the Doetsch Pit; and WHEREAS, this City Council of the City of Evanston, deems acquisition of this property would be of great benefit to the City of Evanston and, that consideration set for said purchase as provided in the option appears to be reasonable and is less than appraisals which the City of Evanston has had made of said property; and WHEREAS, it has been suggested that The Fourth of July Corporation is willing to proceed with arrangements for the acquisition of said tract, provided this City Council of the City of Evanston signifies by resolution its approval of 'said purchase and its desire to acquire said property in behalf of the City of Evanston; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED: That it is the consensus of this City Council, that the acquis- ition of the property, commonly known as the Doetsch Pit, would be of great.benefit to the City of Evanston, but that the City of Evanston is unable to purchase said properties at the present time as it has no money available for such purpose; that it is the consensus of this Council that the purchase price, as provided in a certain option helf by The Fourth of July Corporation for the purchase of said tract, is fair and reasonable; that it is the consensus of this Council that the acquisition of,said property by The Fourth of July Corporation for the use of the City of Evanston would be of great benefit; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that it is the consensus of this Council that there should be included, and that every effort be made to include, in the budgets of 1946 and 1947, provision for the amortization of any mortgage which may be placed upon said property and to which title in the City of Evanston might be subjected. 614 Motion 'seconded by Alderman Emery who stated that Alderman Brandt deserves a great deal of credit for initiating this and all the Aldermen present for placing the interest of the city first and foremost. Alderman Thoma also addressed the Council stating that he felt it only fair and proper that all of the Council know how he felt on this subject, that while he heartily favored the acquis- ition of park property he wanted the Council to know that he per- sonally*would oppose any attempt made to fill the Doetsch Pit until after the Oakton Street excavation -had been completely filled; -that he felt it important that the city should reserve a place for the dumping of refuse in the future and that the acquisition of this Doetsch Pit provided such an opportunity. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE COMMITTEE sub- mitted a memorandum from Z.A. Faulkner, Traffic Engineer., stating that for the. past year Evanston -has not had a traffic death. The Traffic Engineer, the Police Department and the people of..Evanston•- should be complimented on a record of that kind. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE submitted a memorandum from -the Commissioner of Health stating that in connection with the fluorine study to be conducted by the City of Evanston, it is necessary to have a photographic dark room. The space is available for developing such a dark room in the Health Department Building, and the Zoller Dental Foundation of the Univer- sity of Chicago will purchase all necessary developing tanks and special equipment. The cost for plumbing labor for installing this equipment is approximately $500 and there are sufficient funds in the Health Department budget to cover this expenditure. This has the approval of the Public Buildings Committee and the Purchasing Committee and moved that an expenditure not to exceed $500 be granted for this purpose.,, Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16); Voting nay none. Motion carried. 615 Alderman Brandt also presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution concerning sale of the City Hall: WHEREAS, the statutes of the State of Illinois require that notice of the proposal to sell real estate belonging to a Municipality shall be published in a newspaper published within the City, for at least three successive weeks, the first publi- cation to be not less than thirty days before the date provided therein for the opening of bids; therefore: BE IT RESOLVED, that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to cause a notice to be published, as required by law, in the Evanston Review, in words and figures, substantially as follows: BIDS SOLICITED BY CITY OF EVAN.STON FOR SALE OF PROPERTY ON FOUNTAIN .SQUARE COMMONLY KNOWN AS - THE CITY HALL PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that sealed bids, constituting offers, will be received to purchase from the' CITY. OF EVANSTON the real estate and building thereon located, `described as: Lots Thirty-one (31) and Thirty-two (32) in -Block .Sixty-five (65) in Village of Evanston in .Sections Thirteen (13) and Eighteen (18), Township Forty-one (41) North, Range Fourteen (14), East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois. The above described property is located on the northwest corner of Davis Street and Sherman Avenue in the City of Evanston and the Building thereon located is now being used as a City Hall for .the housing of municipal offices. Conveyance of title will be by Warranty Deed from the City of Evanston, subject to: (1) possession of premises to be surrendered on or about September 15, 1946; (2) building and zoning ordinances; (3) party wall rights pertaining to west wall of premises as contained in agreement dated September 10, 1891 and recorded as document 1536719; (4) conditions and restrictions relative to sale of intoxicating liquors, gambling, and immoral practices contained in Warranty Deeds previously recorded. Purchaser will be furnished a Title Guarantee Policy of Chicago Title & Trust Company in. the amount of the purchase price, subject to the above restrictions and the customary provisions of said policies.* Offers for the purchase of the property as aforesaid, must be accompanied by a certified or cashier's check payable to the City of Evanston in an amount equal to Ten per cent (10%) of the bid price. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid upon delivery of Deed not less than thirty days, nor more than sixty days, after written notice of acceptance of the bid. Possession of property to be delivered to purchaser on or about September 15, 1946. All bids shall .be sealed and will be received at the City Hall, Evanston, Illinois, to 9:00 P.M. on January 14, 1946, on which date they will be opened at the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Evanston. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted a report from the Commissioner of Public Works stating that in 1940 the Sewer Division purchased a gasoline driven bucket hoist for cleaning catchbasins. This single machine has been used to clean over.22;600 catch basins•in the last five and one-half years. The company manufacturing these machines has a new one on hand which was built just before the war started but was not sold. It is advis- able that we acquire this machine since the one in use is badly worn and cannot be used much longer without extensive repairs. It is rec- ommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase one Rapid.Catch Basin Cleaner, complete with 2 H.P. Briggs & Stratten engine from Lucien T. Yeomans, Inc. Chicago, for the sum of $850.00 plus Illinois .Sales Tax, the expenditure to be charged to account No. 30. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford,-Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood stated that recently a jeep was purchased for use of the Park Department and the sale of two old motorcycles was then authorized. Five bids were received'.for the two motorcycles and.one side car. It is recommended that the Com- missioner of Public Works be authorized to accept the highest bid received from Roscoe Rowland 'of $285.00 for the two. -motorcycles and one side car, to be credited to item No. 561. This has the approval of the Park and Purchasing Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman James. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, Mac,Steven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works as follows; ' "An opportunity to purchase a snow plow for the new Park Department tractor, recently purchased, was offered us last week. -After consultation°with the Chairman of the Park Committee and the Mayor, we decided it was a very worthwhile bargain. , 1 • The City Council is asked to approve of the purchase of 1 Rod §ers snow plow from Reiland & Bree Mfg. Company for 0295.00.. This has the approval of the Purchasing and Park Committees, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, `61'7 James,MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16); Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted reports from the Com- missioner of Public Works listing proposals received for furnishing requirements of - Aqua Ammonia, Liquid,Chlorine, Sodium Fluoride, Aluminum Sulphate and Activated Carbon. Inasmuch as we have done business.with Mathieson Alkali Company for approximately 17 years, it is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to: -enter into a contract with them to furnish our Aqua Ammonia needs for the year 1946, at the bid price of 32¢ per.,pound; and our liquid chlorine needs for the year 1946 at the bid price of 72¢ per pound; also to enter into a contract with the low bidder, General Chemical Company for furnishing between,20 and 30 tons of 90% Sodium Fluoride at_88.252 per 100 pounds, to be delivered in carload.lots as required during 1946;; and to enter into a contract with the General Chemical Co. -for approximately 225 tons of standard lump aluminum sulphate at $1.215 per 100 pounds, to be delivered as needed during 1946 - and to enter into a contract with.Industrial Chemical Sales for supplying. between 30 and 50 tons of powdered activated _carbon at prices quoted. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Water Committee and moved purchases. be approved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen.Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt., Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood reported that on -question of meter contract, same is to be held over for one week. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount ;of $340.40'and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Emery, Brandt, Rubin, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (16)o Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE submitted request made on the part of Mr. W.R. Davis, president of Howard District Business.Assn. for permission to hang two wreaths on each 618 lamp post on Howard Street from Chicago Avenue to the elevated. Accordingly moved that this permit be granted,,work to be done under the supervision of the Department of Public Works and that the Assoc- . - iation will be responsible for the .repair of any damage that may occur. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Brandt of the .Sixth Ward thanked the Council for going along on the question of acquiring _ the Doetsch property. It has been a long hard road and we are not through with a'lot of details yet. He felt that the City will even- tually have a very desirable location for use of the entire city. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS-BUSINESSr Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at next meeting of the City Council:: Anton Ketter, Special Police - 30 days. James L. Strom, " " 6 months renewal Robert A. Jackson " rr 6 rr rr. J Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 11:10 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk Evanston, -Illinois City Hall December 10, 1945 Regular Meeting of the -City Council held December•10, 1945, convening at 9:50 P.M. z At this time Alderman Thoma moved that Alderman James be appointed Mayor pro tem iri the absence of Mayor Ingraham. Duly seconded and carried. PRESENT: (15) Alderman Bersbach Hemenway Barber 'Reynolds " Kimbark n Mogg - !' Mac.Steven " James Jourdain Rubin " Brandt '.' Corcoran. - rr Harwood Thoma Hunge rf ord ABSENT: (1) " Emery Mayor pro tem James presiding. 619 Alderman Rubin moved .that the,Minutes of meeting held December 3, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. ' City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Communication from office of Law Department of Cook County, Illinois advising'that the preliminary hearings on tax rates for the City of Evanston for 1943 will be heard in.the library of the Staters Count Building, Attorne 's office' i y y g, on December 11, 1�45 at 2 o'clock. Alderman Rubin moved same be referred to the Corporation Counsel. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the ,BUILDING COMMITTEE sub- mitted application received from -Lord's Inc. requesting permission to add a third story of the same type of construction as the rest of the building located at 1611-17 Orrington Avenue, of an area approx- imately 84 feet by 100 feet. The Building Committee recommends that this application be_granted, with the understanding that construction will proceed under the supervision of the Building Commissioner and the Fire Chief, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE sub- mitted communication from the Building Commissioner requesting per- mission to cancel the original bills for signs billed,,to_the Texas Oil Company in amount of 011.66 and to issue new bills, as it has been discovered that the signs at 100 and 110 Chicago Avenue were removed and the fees should be pro -rated on a half -yearly basis. The -Finance Committee approves of this, and so moved. Motion,seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14�: Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark presented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department $51.97 City Clerk's Office 8.35 City Hall Building 201.11 Contingent Fund 344.00 Contingent Fund 10.00 Fire Department 402.81• Garbage Department 2,656.25 Health Department 377.09 Legal Department 146.88 Miscellaneous Fund 23.96 620 Miscellaneous'Fund 1 $45.00 Motor Fuel Tax -Special Account 1,059.99 Park Department 131.69 Playground Department 165.21 Police Department 2,207.04 ' Prepaid Insurance 248.54" Public Works Department 151.00 Public Works Department 92.03. Salvage -Special Account 186.83! Street & Bridge Department 8,994.10,, Water Department 3.7511. Pumping Station 173.60 Filtration Plant '1,154.14 Water Mains Bureau 174.92 ' Water Meter Bureau 557.66 Miscellaneous Fund 10.00 ° Miscellaneous Fund 20.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting Aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt,, Corcoran,'Harwood, Thoma and Huhgerford (14): Voting nay none.• Motion carried. M Alderman Hungerford for the FIRE COMMITTEE stated that it has just come to his attention that John E. Mersch, Second Assistant Fire Chief and Chief of the Fire Prevention Bureau, will complete 40 years of service on Friday of this 'week, '-and that con- gratulations are in order for "Cap" Mersch and the City should take cognizance of his long years of service. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock'P.M. Duly seconded and carried. ` Alderman Corcoran submitted communication from the Evanston'Junior Chamber of Commerce requesting permission -to have a group of singers from four' schools render Christmas Carols in the triangular space in the middle of Davis.Streetlbetween the First National'Bank and the City Hall, with the help of amplification, on December 21 and 22 between 7:30 and 9:00 P.M. The Judiciary Committee has considered this request and recommends it be granted; and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted a Plat of Subdivisidn entitled "Oakton Trust.,Subdivisi.on of the south 1/9 of the S.W. l.4 of the S.E. 1/4 and the _South 16 feet of the East 90 feet of the North 1/2 -of the South 2/9 of. said S.W:'1/4 of the S.E: 1/4 of .Section 24; Toinship 41 North, Range 13 East of the 3rd Princi- pal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois," being property on the north side of Oakton Street between Dodge and Florence Avenues. This has 621 been approved by the proper officials and the Park Committee and also the Aldermen of the 8th Ward in which it is located, and moved its approval with instructions to the City Clerk to complete it with proper certification. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford and carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE sub- mitted the following report from the Commissioner of Public Works: "On July 2, 1945 the coal contracts were awarded. The contracts for coal "C"' were placed at a bid price of $6.89 per ton less 15 cents per.ton discount. The bidders are now charging 3.0 cents a ton for trimming and 10 cents a ton for treating. The Commissioner of Public Works requests authority to pay this 30 cents per ton when, as and if necessary. Also to pay the 10 cents per ton for treating when treated coal is required." This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood also submitted a report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative to two bids received on December 1st for the purchase of a 1946 two passenger business coupe for the Engineering Department. We have an offer from Stanley Tasker to sell car No. 83 to him for �150,.00. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to sell car No. 83 for $150.00 to Stanley Tasker, and credit to account No. 36-A. It is further recom- mended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase one two passenger business coupe 1946 model for 6%950.00, from the Vogeding Chevrolet Company and charge same to account No. 18. This has the approval of the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $827.16 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. 622 Alderman Harwood for the .STREET COMMITTEE submitted application from Richard Peters, 707 Reba Place, for a permit to operate a news stand at the northwest corner of Chicago Avenue and Dempster Street. It is recommended that permit be granted to Richard Peters to operate.this news stand, subject to provisions of the proper ordinance. This has been submitted to the Aldermen of the First Ward in which this stand is located, and accordingly moved permit be issued. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Harwood reported that the,Commissioner of Public Works requests authority to advertise for the sale of approx- �mately 25,000 paving bricks which are now located in the city ,yards, and so moved. Duly.seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COP..f_MITTEE sub- mitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by James H. Wigginton for permission to use his property at 1228 Emerson Street until July 1, 1947, for the storing, packaging and shipping of a water and mildew -proofing solution and also-f or applying the same to articles brought to the premises for the purpose; provided however, that not more than twenty persons are employed on the premises and further provided that space is made available on the property for the storage of automobiles used in the business as well as those used by employees for transportation and that no exit on the alley side be used in the conduct of said business. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and grant this appeal, subject to the conditions imposed by the Board, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach also submitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by the Fred J. Wal.sh Company for permission to locate the front or west wall of a proposed three story six apartment building to be.erected at 441 Custer Avenue in line with the front wall of a three story apartment building immediately south of the location in question instead of keeping back twenty-seven feet, as is required by the ordinance. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the 623 recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and grant this appeal, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach also submitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by Earle P. Press for permission to convert the vacant and unused space on the ninth or tower floor of the building at 636 Church ,Street so that it may be used as the office of the building and for no other purpose. Committee , on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and grant this appeal, and so moved. mac^. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach also submitted a report of the Committee -relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by Reginald C. Fairfield for. permission to convert the second floor of the two story garage on the rear of his premises at 1203 Maple Avenue into an apartment. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and grant this appeal, and so moved. Motion seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach also submitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by the t'ive Stock National Bank of Chicago for permission to convert the vacant and unused space in the basement of the building at 1000 Hinman Avenue into two apartments. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and grant this appeal, and so moved. Duly'seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach also submitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the granting of an appeal filed by Ross H. Welch for permission to convert the vacant and unused space in the basement of his three story apartment building at 717-23 Hinman Ave. into two apartments. Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and grant_this appeal, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. 624 Alderman Bersbach also submitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals recommending the denial of an appeal filed by Mrs. Margaret Lunt Gardener for permission to use her property at the southwest corner of Clark Street and Judson Avenue for the erection of a two story building to be used by the Hillel Foundation for "religious, interfaith and educational purposes." Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and deny this appeal, and so moved. Alderman Jourdain; asked that this request be held over for one week. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin, Alderman Bersbach also submitted a report of the Committee relative to communication received from the Zoning Com- mission.recommending the denial of a petition requesting the re -zoning of the property on the south side of Mulford Street west of Wesley Avenue from Class "B" single Family Use to lass "D" Multiple Family Use. Committee on Zoning recommends th the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Zoning Commission and deny this petition. Motion seconded by Alderman Hungerford. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds; Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14); Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS; Alderman Kimbark of the Third Ward submitted communication from Mr. T.C. Diller, 911 Michigan Avenue, relative to lack of school crossing guards at Main Street and. Forest Avenue, and moved same be referred to the Chief of Police. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain of the Fifth Ward addressed the Council as follows; "There is an urgent need for taking action on what the Council was aware of before the outbreak of the war, and which was discussed upon favorably at that time and is now on our hands again, and that is the necessity of putting up a community and recreation building in the area of Foster Field playground. Most of the members of this Council are familiar with the plea made by the Superintendent of Recreation. Repeatedly, attention has been called to the fact that the youth in this neighborhood have no opportunity for organized club activities because of lack of housing for club programs. There is rich talent going to waste because in this area we are.offering no meeting place except the sidewalks and street corners. There is no point at all in talking of juvenile delinquency or in having police ordering youngsters off street corners or in attem- pting to break up unfavorable gathering places, unless we are willing to face squarely and do something now about the urgent 625 and necessary problem of providing a well equipped, substantial building to -house a year round recreational and cultural program. This building should have a gymnasium, copvertable into an auditor- ium for meetings, musicals and dramatic programs'and be complete with club rooms, game rooms and activity rooms. We have passed the point where we can delay action on this any longer." I am asking that within the next two weeks`in Committee of the -Whole the Council consider seriously this need," Alderman Brandt of the Sixth Ward stated that about 7 or 8 months ago the Mayor appointed a City Plan Commission and that he was -very desirous that this Commission meet. As we no longer have the help and advice of the Post War Planning Commission, which did a splendid job, we will need the help of this Commission right now, as the problem which Alderman Jourdain brought up is only one of many things which the Plan Commission should take up and study. He suggested to the members of the Plan Commission which were appointed by the Mayor, that three members of that Commission call a meeting so they can get started for 1946. Moved a reference of these remarks to the Mayor. Duly`seconded and carried. UNDER MIS LLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor pro tem James made the following appointments of names previously ,introduced: Robert A. Jackson, Special Police - 6-months renewal James L.-Strom, " " 6 Anton Ketter, !' !' 30 days Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor pro tem James introduced the following names for confirmation at the next meeting of 'the City Council; Axel Sandgren, Special Police - 6 months renewal Jack Blair,, " " 6 if Mayor pro tem James stated that at the Council meeting last week the Mayor was authorized to appointea special committee from the City Council to consider the housing problem and make -recommendations for temporary amendments to the Zoning laws. He has asked Aldermen James, Corcoran and Thoma to serve as members of such a Committee. For Council records, Chief of Police Ekman has announced that the probationary appointments of.the following patrolmen have been extended for another 60 day periods, Stanley M. Kowalczyk, Andrew L. Cooper,.Jr. Nicholas J. Ney, Richard C. Braithwaite' Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:20 P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk 626 Evanston, Illinois City Hall,_ December 17, 1945 Regular Meeting of the City Council held December 17, 1 945, convening at 11:10 P.M. PRESENT: (15) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway !' Barber " Reynolds " Kimbark i� Mogg " MacSteven James " Jourdain " Rubin " Brandt " Corcoran " Harwood i' Thoma Hungerford ABSENT: (1) " Emery Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held December 10, 19450 be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Communication from Earl G. Gubbins, a returned veteran, relative to the present housing shortage and stating that it is the duty of each Village in Cook County to promote temporary housing by setting aside areas suitable -for such building and temporarily re- leasing restrictions. Alderman Brandt moved same be referred to the :Special Committee on Housing. Duly seconded and carried. Notice State of Illinois advising that our allotment of Motor Fuel Tax for the month of November, 1945 is $80697.34. Alderman James moved same be referred to the Street Committee and the Com- missioner of Public Works. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Jourdain for the BUIMING COMMITTEE sub- mitted an application received from Hadar Ortman requesting permission to rent the second floor of the garage in the rear ofl041 Judson Avenue for living quarters. C-r ittee on Buildings recommends that this application be granted provided that the building is altered as outlined in the attached application and subject to the approval of the Fire and Building Departments as to the completion of the work, and so moved. `Duly seconded and carried. 627 Alderman Jourdain also submitted an application received from Lawrence W. Towner on behalf of Maurice OtBrien request- ing permission to alter the basement of the two apartment building at 1222 Simpson :street so that it could be used for living quarters by himself and wife. Committee on Buildings recommends that this appli- cation be granted, and that a temporary permit be granted, for one year, subject to renewal, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE pre- sented and moved the payment of the following bills, and that the proper charges and transfers be authorized: Building Department $44.25 City Clerk's Office _ 2.05 City Hall Building 90,92 Contingent Fund 84,04 Police and Fire Station Fund) Architectural services ) 10000,00 Fire Department 57,25 Garbage Department 6.75 Health Department 509,13 Legal Department 6.00 Park Department 175.97 Playground Department 126.05 Police Department 1*297.78 Public Works Dept. 202.16 Public Works Dept. •30.00 :Salvage -Special Account 5,55 Street & Bridge Department 20845.13 Water Department_ 60,00 Pumping Station 594,28 Filtration Plant 45,43 Water Mains Bureau 14.58 Water Meter Bureau 3366*10 Auditing Department 23.50 Salaries of City Officers Fund 130,00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye -Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemen*ay and.Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid December 21, 1945 and also a supplemental payroll, same to be charged to the proper accounts:. City Hall Building Civil .Service Commission Civil;Service Commission Public Playgrounds Dept, Public Playgrounds Dept. Public Playgrounds Dept, Police.Department Police Department Public Works Department' Public Works Department .:Street & Bridge Repair Dept. Street & Bridge Repair Dept. $20.25 201100 102.00 211.75 62.50 61.50 560,70 312.96 461,96 505.23 7,012.90 18.00 628 Water Department Street & Bridge Dept. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. $549.46 67.32 Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood,*Corcoran, Brandt, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the adoption of the. following Resolution: WEEREAS, since 1941 the City of Evanston has been included within the provisions of the "Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund" and has been providing prior service credit at a rate equal to - one (1) times the rate of municipality credit for current 'service; WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council of the City of Evanston, as_a governing body of the municipality, to increase the basis of providing prior service credit to one and one-half (11) effective January 1, 1946: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that effective January 1, 1946 the rate for. prior service credit for employees of the City' of Evanston in the "Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund" be in- creased from one (1).to one and one-half (1,) times the rate of municipality credit for current service: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be filed with the Board of Trustees of the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund before January 1, 1946, Motion seconded by Alderman Jourdaing, Alderman Hemenway moved same be held over for one week. Motion.seconded by Alderman Bersbach. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the adoption of*the following three (3) Resolutions: RESOLVED, that all unexpended balances on hand and all deficits as of December 310 1945, in the General Corporate Fund be transferred to the surplus -account of_the General Corporate Fund. RESOLVED, that all unexpended balances and overdrafts as of December 31, .1945, in the Water Department be transferred to the Water Reserve Account. RESOLVED, that all unexpended balances on hand and all deficits as of December 31, 1945 in the Street & Bridge Repair Fund Garbage Fund Bond Sinking Fund Bond Interest Fund Police Pension Fund Public Playgrounds Fund (excluding any balances from the sale of beach tokens -item 559) Small Parks Fund Firemen's Pension Fund Public Benefit Fund Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Public Library Fund be transferred to the various surplus accounts of the above funds. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried.. 62J Alderman Corcoran for'the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the -Council convene as of 9:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran presented and moved the adoption of the following Resolution: RESOLUTION UPON THE OCCASION.OF THE DEATH OF'. ALDERMAN HIRAM McCULLOUGH WHEREAS, HIRAM McCULLOUGH, formerly an alderman from the Sixth Ward of the City of Evanston, departed this life on November 25, 1945; and WHEREAS, HIRAM McCULLOUGH served this City and the .Sixth Ward as an alderman from 1917 until 19210 having been, during his tenure in office, chairman of both the Fire Committee and Building Committee, as well as a special committee appointed for the draft- ing of the zoning ordinances adopted in-1921; and WHEREAS, HIRAM McCULLOUGH at all times maintained deep interest in the City of Evanston.and contributed much to its welfare, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the City Council.of the City of..Evanston, Illinois, in -regular meeting assembled, that in behalf of ourselves, the Mayor, and the citizens of this community* we do hereby express profound regret upon the occasion of the death of HIRAM McCULLOUGH, and tender to the bereaved members of his family our condolence. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED; that this resolution be spread upon the permanent records of -the City and that.a copy thereof executed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk be sent to the members of his family. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran stated that sind%a the meeting nights of the Council regularly scheduled for December 24 and December 31 will be .on the eve. of Christmas and New Year's, the Judiciary Committee recommends that those meetings be scheduled and held on Wednesday, December 26 and -Wednesday, January 2, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Reynolds for the COMMITTEE ON LOCAL, IMPROVEMENTS stated that a proposal has been received requesting foreclosure proceedings for unpaid special assessments on four pieces of vacant property located -on - (a) the south side of Hartzell Street near Prospect Avenue (Lot 13 and west 10 feet of Lot 14 in Block 1, First Addition to Evanston Highlands) (b) the east side of Ridge Road near Hartzell Street - (Lot 2 (except street) in Block 3, First Addition to Evanston Highlands) i (c) the northeast corner of Ridge Road and Hartzell Street (Lot 1 (except street) in Block 3, First Addition to Evanston Highlands) (d) the east side of Lincolnwood Drive near Thayer Street (Lot-8 in Mitchell & Foster's Resube etc., Bauers Addition to Wilmette, Sec: 330 Township 42 North, Range 13) 630 A minimum bid has been submitted which meets the 60% formula. This has been approved by the'Local Improvements Committee and proper resolution authorizing it has been prepared, and accordingly pre- sented and moved the adoption of this Resolution. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARR COMMITTEE submitted communication addressed to Mayor Ingraham from The American Legion, Evanston Post No, 42, Muesting.the use of Chandler Field House on December 27 and the fourth Thursday of each month thereafter, because of the fact that their present quarters are not adequate due to a greatly enlarged membership of veterans of World War II. The Park Committee has considered this application and recommends it be granted subject to the usual conditions, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman MacSteven for the POLICE -COMMITTEE,. commended Lieut. Al Hagel, Officers Weber and Drogos and Operator Ed. Fitzgerald for their efficient work in the matter of quelling a disturbance which involved gun fire and which could have resulted in a death. Also for the fine work done in the Seventh Ward in cleaning up several burglaries. Alderman MacSteven referred to report on estimate of cost for the operation of a new testing station of which each Alderman has a copy for his information. Alderman Brandt for the PUBLIC BUILDINGS COMMITTEE addressed the Council as follows: "The Committee met tonight and considered the proposition of a field house in Foster Field, which was ably presented by Alderman Jourdain, and as he has done for a number of years to the City Council. I wish to call attention to the fact that on August 15, 1938 Alderman Corcoran then Chairman of the Public Buildings Committee proposed this project of a new field house and recreation center -in Foster Field. This mas voted on that evening by a good majority. The question arose at that time as to the securing of aid from the Federal Government for this project and on such action the Council, by a very close margin defeated the project although it had at first approved of it. The securing of govern- ment aid for the Police•and Fire Station, a new City Hall and a Field House was voted down and.in that way the project was lost. That was in 1938 and since then the need for a field house is even greater." Alderman Brandt then asked Alderman Jourdain to speak on this subject, which he did. 631 0 Alderman'Brandt then reported that the committee voted to ask the Mayor, the Corporation Councils the Commissioner of`Public Works and Chairman of the Finance Coftnittee to prepare data and plans for the Council and to consider a bond issue for next Spring, if so desired., Accordingly moved that this committee, consisting of the Mayor$ Corporation Counsel, Commissioner of Public Works and Chairman of the Finance Committee be authorized'to prepare this data for the Council: Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Brandt stated that the'new circular on the sale of the; City Hall will be ready 'this week and asked the' Com- e missioner of Public Works to mail a copy to each. of the aldermen 'before next Wednesday for their perusal. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE re- ported that the Commissioner of Public Works recommends that the meter contract with Neptune Meter Company, which expires December 312 19458 be renewed for the year 1946 at price and discounts -quoted as per report. This has been passed upon by the Water Committee favorably and has the approval of a majority of the Purchasing Com= '-mittee, and the legality of same by -the Corporation Counsel, and accordingly moved its approval. Motion seconded -by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford,'Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Jourdain, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach-(13): Voting nay Alderman James (1). Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Building Commissioner relative to renewal of insurance policy with E.V. Dunphy, Jr. covering the City of Evanston.in connection with operation of gasoline pumps located in parkways,.with a premium of $18.90, Accord.-, ingly moved that this policy be renewed. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood,'Corcoran, Brandt, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbaoh (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Com- missioner of Public Works listing two proposals received for furnishing 25,000 lithographed payroll checks for the City Treasurer's Office, and moved that the Commissioner of Public Works purchase same from the low bidder, DeLuxe Check Printers, Inc. at 6367.25 y to be charged to the proper account. Motion seconded by Alderman Thoma. Voting 63, aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Jourdain, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): _Voting nay none,. Motion carried. Alderman Barber for the,RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $547.86 and moved that the Township :Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, Jourdain, . James, . Mac;Steven, Mogg,, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Bersbach for the ZONING COMMITTEE sub-. mitted application received from Mr. J.M. Jardine, 1013 Harvard Terr. for permission to install an electric range in his home to facilitate its use by his daughter and her husbands a returned veteran, until. such.time as they get a permanent place to stag. Accordingly moved that this permit be granted with restrictions that it be for one ,year only. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Bersbach,submitted a communication received from the Zoning Board of Appeals which was held over from last week,' recommending the denial of an appeal filed by.Mrs. Margaret Lunt Gardner for permission to use her p ropertp at the southwest corner of Clark Street and Judson Avenue for the erection of a two story building to be used by the Hille1 Foundation for "religious, inter- faith and educational -purposes." Committee on Zoning recommends that the City Council concur in the recommendation of the Zoning Board and deny. this appeal, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Reynolds. Voting aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thomas Harwood, Corcoran, Brandt, James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay Alderman Jourdain (1): Mayor Ingraham stated that Alderman Rubin asked him to announce that had he been present he.would have voted nay. Motion carried. -' Alderman-Bersbach stated that on December 4, 1945 the Zoning Commission held a,hearing on petition of Hibbard, Spencer Bartlett & Co. requesting re -zoning of property west•of Hartrey Avenue to the City limits; north of Howard.Stree.t to the Skokie line of the Chicago, North Shore &Milwaukee Rwy. being in part Class "B".Single • Family, inpartClass "D" Multiple Family, in part Class "G" Commercial and in part Class "I" Industrial Districts to Class "I" Industrial 631 District throughout. Accordingly moved the Suspension of the Rules for the -purpose of passing an ordinance covering this -change. Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. -Voting-'aye Aldermen Hungerford, Thoma, { Harwoodo Corcoran, Brandt,'Jourdain;"James, MacSteven, Mogg,- Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Bersbach then presented and moved the ps ssage.,of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING -_AN ORDINANCE ,ch"anging rthe zoning of property -known as 2201-to 2429 (odd numbers only).Howard Street and, 100 to 230 (even numbers only) Hartrey Avenue, and classified on,,the "District Map"ias,amended, inspart as Class "Br ;Single Family, in part as Class "D" Multiple.Family,,,in part .as Class "G" Commercial, - and in part as Class;.,"'I" Industrial Districts, to a.Class "III Industrial District throughout. Motion seconded by.Alderman Kimbark. Voting aye.•.Aldermen Hungerford, .Thoma, :Harwood,,, Corcoran, Brandt, Jourda in,. - James, MacSteven, Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds, Barber; Hemenyvay and-.- Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS:' Alderman •,Thoma ;of the .Eighth Ward addressed -the Council_ as ;follows: "This is a situation the Council should give.some.consid-.�t eration to.. Last :-Saturday I called fora cab ' (onlg four cab ` " companies listed)' and was promised a cab in an -hour or two, or maybe never. It-is'a situation that must be corrected. We, issue, around 400 -to 500, licenses _every..year and the majority go to the Evanston -Cab Co. This cab company rents out the cabs to employees and serves -gas to them and they operateat will, mostly •sou.th ,of Howard Street. I understand they pickup fares at'Wilson;Avenue end go to the loop; and they have refused to.pick,up. Evanston people in favor of Chicago people. I do know the Checker•'Cab and the Yelloe Cab hire their drivers and pay them on a•,com_ mission•.basis.,; If the Evanston -Cab Company cannot,' • correct `this situation I will•.propose -to the Public .Utilities ` • Committee to revoke their licenses unless they"can give Evanston people better service. If they cannot, maintain cabs on -Evanston streets we will give them to returning service men. We have had meetings on thi's -,in.,committee of the whole In the past.and yet with the increasedtrates they requested they want City of Dhicago rates." • �•,r -,w t Moved a reference to the Public Utilities;Committee to have them rectify this situation or else revoke. their ,licenses and pass them out to people who will appreciate them.;, Motion•.seconded by Alderman Brandt and carried. ; Alderman Corcoran of 'the' .Seventh Ward presented the Page Willard B. Tulloch, a token"of" appreciation frays the Aldermen and Officials with their best wishes. Alderman Brandt of the Sixth "Ward ''submitted' a ba4 Petition from,16 citizens objecting to the Stop sign at Harrison Street and McDaniel.Avenue, and also a Petition from 40 citizens requesting that this sign remain there. Moved same be referred to the Traffic Engineer, UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Jack Blair, Special Police - 6 months Axel '-Sandgren�, � � " n . ' 1 6 " renewal Alderman Mogg•moved that these appointments belconfirmed. Duly ' seconded and .carried; "• - ' Mayor Ingraham introduced=the, following name for confirmation at' next meeting of 'the ,City 'Councils Karl A. Schlecht, t Special- Police - 6 months For Council, records, Chief of -Police Ekman"has announced that effective'December'l6,,1945 the•following have been sworn in as Probationary Patrolruen`'for a-60 day period: Elmer M. Dorband, Joseph N. Waller, William'P. Labbe, - Upon motion•duly•-seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 11:50 .P.M. " Edward W. Bell, ' City Clerk r f. Evanston, Illinois - City Hall, December 26, 1945 ' Regular Meeting of the City Council held December 26, 1945, convening at 1000'o'clock P.M: - - PRESENT: (16) Alderman B®rsbach • ' Hemenwa-y Barber Reynolds " Kimbark ' n Mogg n MacSteven ' " James " 'Jourdain " Rubin Brandt - Emery " Corcoran " Harwood " Thoma ' Hungerf Ord AB SENT : None,' Mayor Ingraham presiding., 635 Alderman Rubin moved that the Minutes of Meeting held December 17, 1945, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried, , City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following. - Communication Evanston Fire Fighters Assn. Local No. 742, requesting that action be taken to reduce their present work week from 84 hours per week to 72 hours per week; by granting to the members of the Fire Department one day off every.two weeks. Alderman Thoma moved same be referred to the Mayor and the Fire Committee. Duly seconded and carried., t Communication Building Service Employee's International Union (Building Service Municipal Union, A.F. of L.) reque'sting the City Council to with hold final action or approval of the appropriation for 1946 and to grant to them an opportunity to meet with and to discuss wage scales, etc., as.affecting'the employees of the City of Evanston. Alderman Kimbark stated that on the grounds.that the City has no,legal right to.bargain with any union agent, moved the letter be received and placed on file. Alderman Rubin then made a substitute motion that this' communication be referred to the Mayor and the Judiciary Committee. Motion seconded by Alderman Jourdain. Voting aye Aldermen MacSteven, James, Jourdain., Rubin, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (8)s Voting,nay Aldermen Hemenway, t Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Brandt and Emery (7)'s Substitute motion carried. City Treasurer's Financial .Statement as of -November 30, 1945. 'Alderman Kimbark moved same be referred to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Kimbark for the FINANCE COMMITTEE sub- mitted report from the Commissioner of Public*Works relative to com- munication received from Hennessey& Burgener,'stating that their plumber contractor, Mr. Fred Krueger, Northwest Plumbing Co. paid $200 to the City of Evanston for four 'permits to make four street `openings in connection with building at Greenleaf and Oak, and only used three. The Commissioner recommends that a refund of 050 be made to- Mr.. Fred Krueger of Northwest Plumbing ' Co. and. -so moved: Motion seconded by Alderman James. .Voting aye Aldermen Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, 636 Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark submitted'com nihication addressed to the City Collector from James M. Corcoran, Executor of the Estate of Marie J. Nelson, who`died on July 7, 1945. Mrs. Nelson on January 16, 1'945 paid a'license fee of $35 on her meat market and delicatessen store and on March 1, 1945 paid a vehicle tax in the amount of $5, and requesting that the city make a refund to the estate for half of the licenses so paid. Alderman Kimbark stated that it has been the'policy of the City Council for a number of years not to make a rebate on licenses after six months period'is past, and with that in mind the Committee recommends that this reauest be denied, and so moved. Motion seconded:by Alderman Reynolds. Alderman Corcoran then moved that this matter be held over for one week. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. Alderman Kimbark also presented and moved the adoption of the following two Resolutions: RESOLVED, THAT pending the passage of the Annual Approp- riation Ordinance, the Mayor, the City Treasurer and the City Comptroller are hereby authorized to sign and deliver all checks for all payrolls as the same accrue on the same basis and rate as provided in 1945 -appropriation ordinance. RESOLVED, that the Mayor, the 'City Treasurer and the City Comptroller be, and they are hereby authorized to issue vouchers iri ,payment of all Payrolls and bills, approved by the auditor and Department Heads, which may be presented during,the remainder of the year 1945, and report same at the next regular meeting of the City Council. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood and carried. Alderman Kimbark also.presented and moved ,the pay—' c G , ment of the following payroll, same to be charged to the proper account: 1 Civil 'Service Commission $112.50 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, ,Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emeryy Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma.and Hungerford (16): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark reported that last week he presented a resolution for passage which was held over for one week, increasing the basis on,which the city contributes to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund from the one basis to lz basis, and accordingly presented and moved the adoption of the following t Resolution; "637. WHEREAS, since 1941 the City of Evanston has been in - eluded within the-provisions'of the "Illinois Municipal Retire— ment Fund" and has-been providing prior 'servi.ce credit at a rate equal to one (1) times the rate•of municipality credit for current service; -and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council of the 'City of Evanston, as a_governing body of the municipality, to increase the basis of providing prior service credit to one and one-half (12) effective January 1, 1946; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that effective January 1, 1946 the rate for prior service credit for employees of the City of Evanston in the "Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund" be in- creased from one (1) to one and one-half (12j times the rate of municipality credit for current service: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be filed with the Board -of Trustees of.the Illinois Municipal Retire- ment Fund before January 1, 1946. Motion seconded by Alderman Rubin. In this connection Alderman Hemenway read the following statement and asked that it be incor- porated in the minutes; "All of us on the Council have naturally given a great deal of "thought to the petition we received last August for a change in our present pension system for the City employees. We are all familiar with the fact that at the start of -this plan in 1941 after the referendum, the City Council first approved the so-called 1; plan, later rescinding their action unanimously and authorizing the so-called No. 1 plan. To my mind the same basic reasons that influenced the Councilts action -at that time are still in effect. - It is true at that time that one of the considerations was the legality of the 1j plan and while it is true many cities at this time are using this plan I believe.I am correct that no suit as yet has been taken to the.Supreme Court for final vali- dation. _ We are now being asked to amortize over a long period of years the retroactive amount of money that the employees would have contributed had the plan been in effect from the start of their employment.. I doubt very much whether the citizens of Evanston in voting on this issue would have approved this partic- ular action requested had they all'been fully aware of .the facts.' In plain language this is giving a retroactive bonus with the'taxpayers money and for previous services that have been rendered and for which full payment has been given. In many pension plans started by corporations that have been in business for many years, it is my understanding that the cost is considered prohibitive to do more than amortize as we have been doing the corporations contribution.only.• Where the pension plan is.started by private. corporations with only a few years of previous employment, it is . far more simple to pay both corporate and employees share. It -is rather unfortunate that this.question is coming up at a time when the Butler Bill is making it very difficult to carry on the City's functions normally and'I would regret to see any action taken by.us,.thinking of this as.a temporary measure to help out.our employees -when it must be considered over a period, I am, told of at least 30 years. In this year's budget for_ appropriations the -amount ex-. tended for the municipal retirement fund of the City of Evanston, Item 629; was $502000. We have been told this added amount will only be from $6,000.to $4,000. Taking the minimum of $4,000 per year,'this is $120,000 over 30 years, with the possibility of certain abatements which can only be guessed at, at this time. Tam fully in sympathy with doing everything possible in line with good business practices for the employees of the City but I do not think we are justified from every angle.in obligating the citizens of Evanston to pay the added taxes for a retroactive bonus over the many years that it will involve." Alderman James spoke in favor of the motion, stating that. the question of legality had been gone into by the*Council at the time of establishing the retirement fund and that the raising or M lowering of the City's contribution neither strengthens or. weakens our legal position.'..Anyone may question the legality of any Act of whatsoever nature. Alderman James protested the statement that. because of the Butler Bills passed at the last session of the Legis- lature that the increasing of the Cites contribution to the retire- ment fund would jeopardize the Cityts financial position in the matter of carrying on its corporate affairs. He .stated that the Butler Bills reflected only upon the items in the budget dealing ' with the General Corporate Fund and that the City's contribution to the fund was raised by special tax in accordance with the pro- visions of the Act. In this connection further discussion .was made by Aldermen Mogg, Kimbark, Reynolds and Bersbaeh. Roll Call was then taken. Voting aye Aldermen Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, Mac:Steven, James, Jourdain, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (14): Voting nay Aldermen Bersbach and Hemenway (2): Motion carried. Alderman Kimbark reported that we have been allotted by the Department of Finance at Springfield, $7,750 for `,preparation of plans, specifications,, etc., for the Fire and Police Station, $12,500 for the Water Works and $1,150 for remodeling of the New Municipal Building. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 9:60 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried; Alderman Mac.Steven for the POLICE COMMITTEE' referred to report from the Chief of'Police commending Officer Edgar Fellows for his quick thinking and alert action in preventing three small school children from -being struck and possibly seriously injured by an auto on.Grove .Street east of Ridge Avenue. In pushing the children out of the way he was struck by the car,.knocking him between the bumper and radiator.. Alderman Emery for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE stated that Alderman Thoma brought up the subject of taxicab service recently, which was taken up in committee meeting tonight, stating further that the City desires to issue taxicab licenses and to accept money therefor only when those licenses are being' used to.furnish taxicab service to our residents. Under our ordinances the Council may require cabs to be kept in service or the license therefor be revoked. It is the recommendation of the Public Utilities Committee that taxicab licenses be issued only for taxicabs actually being operated and being kept in operation and that in the event cabs for which licenses are issued are.not kept in service that,action be initiated to revoke the licenses therefor. To this end it is our recommendation that the City Collector be requested to renew and 639 issue licenses,on a bona fide basis only and to those cabs which have been cleared through the safety lane, and so moved. Motion seconded by�Alderman Harwood. Aldermen Thoma, Brandt, Hungerford, James and Emery spoke in favor of the adoption of the motion, whereupon the motion was put and unanimously carried. Alderman Barber for the RELIEF COMMITTEE presented bills of the Relief Organization in amount of $331,9.4 and moved that the Township Supervisor'be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Reynolds, Kimbark, Mogg, MacSteven, James, Rubin, Brandt, Emery, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Hungerford (15): Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward stated that it has been suggested by some of his neighbors that the name of University Place should be changed to Holgate Place to honor Dean Holgate. Moved a reference to the Com- missioner of Public Works and the :Street Committee to consider this change. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointment of name previously introduced: Karl A. Schlecht, Special Police - 6 months renewal Alderman Rubin moved that this appointment be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at. next meeting of the City Council: Harry R. Dunn, Special Police - 6 months renewal Alex 11. McNaughton, rr rr 6 . rr n John Forster, '_' '_' 90 days _ For Council records, Chief Ekman announced that the probationary appointment of Arnhold A. Aschenbeck has been ex- tended for another 60 da7 period. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:50 P.M. 0 Edward W. Bell, ` City'Clerk