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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01.13.20 ​REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER JAMES C. LYTLE COUNCIL CHAMBERS Monday, January 13th, 2020 Present: Alderman Braithwaite Alderman Revelle Alderman Wynne Alderman Rainey Alderman Wilson Alderman Fleming Alderman Rue Simmons Alderman Suffredin (8) Absent: Alderman Fiske (1) Presiding: Mayor Stephen Hagerty Devon Reid City Clerk Mayor’s Public Announcements Mayor Hagerty Announcements and 1 Proclamation: ●Congratulations to the Park & Recreation, as well as the Facilities Department for their interior renovation of the Robert Crown Center. ●Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Celebration and Evanston Unity ●Proclamation: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - 100th Anniversary ●Proclamation: National Day of Racial Healing - January 21, 2020 Watch City Manager’s Public Announcements City Manager Erika Storlie had no announcements. Watch City Clerk’s Communications City Clerk Reid will host an upcoming information session where residents can learn the rules to run for office in Evanston. Time and date TBD. Watch Public Comment Jordan Banks Inquired if she could participate on the advisory board for the new dog park in Evanston in order to obtain her Silver Award from the Girl Scouts. Watch Robyn Gabel Thanked the City of Evanston for allowing her to have an office in the Civic Center. She voiced her strong support for the Evanston anti-nuclear Resolution. She will also be proposing a similar resolution at the State level. Watch James Engelman Suggested making the vacant lot at 1829 Simpson Street into a restroom facility for elderly residents walking along the nearby park. Watch David Combs Voiced his support for Resolution 136-R-19, calling for a Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. Watch Marcia Bernsten Stated the President’s withdrawal from The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) has placed the U.S. in a combative footing with Iran. Hopes the City of Evanston will speak out against the use Watch of nuclear weapons. Kevin Feeney Highlighted the importance of “human error” and the role it could play in the use of nuclear weapons through false alarms and poor intelligence reports. Watch Michael Woolf Read a list of various religious organizations who are strong supporters of the resolution that calls for the prohibition of nuclear weapons. Watch David Fisher Opposed Resolution 4-R-20. Watch Rick Marsh Voiced his support for the Youth and Young Adult Division. Would like to hear a public statement made by the City of Evanston voicing their support for the department. Watch Micheal Nabors Shared his remarks in support of the disarmament of nuclear weapons. Thanked City Council for their commitment to vote for peace and not war. Watch Allie Harned Gave some suggestions to promote equity and racial healing. Watch Elizabeth Stare Stated that the City is hurting due to the termination of Kevin Brown. Asked City Council to outline how they intend to strengthen and empower the Youth and Young Adult Services Division. Called for an equity racial audit to be conducted for all city department to help identify and repair systemic problems affecting staff. Watch Lisa Degliantoni Representative of Evanston Made, a non- profit organization which aims to connect Evanston artists with the larger public, who spoke of the upcoming rotation of art exhibits that will be displayed in the City Council Chambers. Watch Gail Schechter Voicer her support for Community Service Manager, Kevin Brown. Called for a racial equity audit by a neutral third party. Watch Brenda Grier Voiced her support for Kevin Brown and the work he did with the youth in Evanston. Watch Tina Paden Made claims of her family being harassed by the City of Evanston. Watch Robinson Marcus Encouraged City Council to support the ordinance to revise the definition of coach house and regulations related to accessory dwelling units. Said the policy would work towards housing affordability and racial equity. Watch Ray Friedman Inquired why there never seems to be a dialogue between residents and City Council members to address the concerns raised during Watch public comment. Margret Nelson Voiced her support for the resolution calling for the prohibition of nuclear weapons. Watch Bennett Johnson Shared his concern over the termination of Community Services Manager, Kevin Brown. Said Mr. Browns termination is the latest in a pattern of racial discirmination by the City of Evanston. Watch Bonnie Wilson Voiced her support for Ordinance 171-O-19 in order to take a step forward in creating affordable housing. This policy can facilitate the creation of critically needed housing units across the city. Watch Sue Loellbach Said Joining Forces supports the changes in the ADU requirements and qualifications. While the changes may not create affordability on their own, the flexibility will allow opportunity to find more affordable solutions. Watch Jackson Paller Voiced his support for the resolution calling for the prohibition of nuclear weapons and support for Community Service Manager, Kevin Brown. He would like the residents to have an input in selecting the next City Manager. Watch Doreen Price Talked about resources in the community and how to keep money in local retailers. Watch Pricilla Giles Asked the City Council to consider residents who are unable to shovel snow. Watch Special Order of Business SP1. ​Reparations Subcommittee Discussion City Council discussed the Reparations Subcommittee and expanded the membership to include subject matter experts, attorneys and members of the community. Motion to appoint Ald. Braithwaite to the Committee Passed 9-0 For Discussion Motion:​ Ald. Rainey Second:​ Ald. Rue Simmons Motion:​ Ald. Wilson Second:​ Ald. Rue Simmons Watch Consent Agenda A1. ​Approval of the City of Evanston Payroll and Bills City Council approved the City of Evanston Payroll for the periods of November 25, 2019 through December 8, 2019 in the amount of $2,768,934.45 and December 9, 2019, through December 22, 2019 in the amount of $2,691,908.26, Bills List for January 14, 2020 FY 2019, in the amount of $10,438,725.41 and Bills List for January 14, 2020 FY 2020 in the amount of $505,582.22 and credit card activity for the period ending November 26, 2019 in the amount of $149,842.68. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A2. ​Approval of BMO Harris Amazon Credit Card Activity City Council approved the City of Evanston’s BMO Harris Amazon Credit Card Activity for the period ending November 26, 2019, in the amount of $13,190.11. For Action Passed 7-1-0​ Ald. Suffredin abstained Motion:​ Ald. Rainey Motion:​ Ald. Wilson Watch A3. ​2019 Post Bond Issuance Report City Council reviewed and placed the 2019 Post Bond Issuance Report on file. For Action: Accept and Place on File Approved on Consent Agenda A4. ​Approval of Contract With GovHR to Perform Executive Search For Next City Manager City Council authorized the City Manager to enter into a contract with GovHR (630 Dundee Road #130, Northbrook IL 60062) to perform the executive search for Evanston's next City Manager. Funding will be provided from the Human Resources Recruitment Business Unit (Account 100.19.1929.62512), which has a budget of $35,000. One third of the recruitment fee is due upon the acceptance of the proposal, one third is due when a list of candidates is forwarded to the City for consideration and the remaining one third is due when the recruitment is complete. For Action Passed 6-2​ ​ Ald. Suffredin and Fleming voted “No” Motion:​ Ald. Rainey Second:​ Ald. Rue Simmons Watch A5. ​Approval of Insurance Renewals for Property, Excess Liability & Excess Worker’s Compensation for Fiscal Year 2020 City Council approved the premium costs for excess insurance coverage up to $20 million in the amount of $270,546. Funding will be provided from the Insurance Fund (Account 605.99.7800.62615) in the amount of $525,000 and Workers Compensation (Account 605.99.7800.66044) $161,000. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A6. ​Approval of FY 2020 Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) Disposal Fees City Council authorized the City Manager to execute an extension of the intergovernmental agreement for 2020 refuse disposal fees to the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) in the not to exceed amount of $705,000 for operations and maintenance and transfer fees. Funding will be provided by the Solid Waste Fund (Account 520.40.4310.62405), which has a budget of $733,125 for FY 2020. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A7. ​Approval of the FY 2020 Granular Materials Purchase Contract with G & L Contractors City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a one-year contract extension for the purchase of Granular Materials with G & L Contractors (7401 N. St. Louis Ave, Skokie, IL) in the amount of $28,200. This contract award is part of a bid let by the Municipal Partnering Initiative (MPI). Funding for this contract is provided by two (2) separate funds. $14,100 from Water Fund Account, 510.40.4540.65055; which has a 2020 budget of $150,000. As well as $14,100 from Sewer Fund Account, 515.40.4530.65055; which has a 2020 budget of $58,000. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A8. ​Approval of FY 2020 Debris Hauling Contract with G & L Contractors City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a one (1) year contract extension for debris hauling with G & L Contractors (7401 N St. Louis Ave., Skokie, IL) in the amount of $80,000. This contract award is part of a bid let by the Municipal Partnering Initiative (MPI). Funding for this contract is provided by two (2) separate funds. $40,000 from Water Fund Account, 510.40.4540.62415; which has a 2020 budget of $45,000. As well as $40,000 from Sewer Fund Account, 515.40.4530.62415; which has a 2020 budget of $45,000. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A9. ​Approval of the Single-Source Renewal of the 911 Service Agreement with Motorola, Inc. City Council authorized the City Manager to approve the renewal of the annual single-source service agreement with Motorola, Inc. (1309 East Algonquin Road., Schaumburg, IL 60196) in the amount of $72,447.78. The agreement is effective from January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020.Funding will be provided by the FY 2020 E911 Fund Budget (Account 205.22.5150.62509) Service Agreements & Contracts with a Budget of $305,000. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A10. ​Contract Award with Backflow Solutions, Inc. for the Backflow Prevention (Cross-Connection Control) Management Program RFP (19-61) City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a two (2) year contract, with three (3) optional 1-year extensions at the City's discretion, for the Backflow Prevention (Cross-Connection Control) Management Program (RFP 19-61) with Backflow Solutions, Inc. (BSI), (12609 S. Laramie Ave., Alsip, IL 60803) at an annual cost of approximately $44,770 per year. Funding is provided from the Water Fund (Account 510.40.4225.62180), which has an FY 2020 Budget of $160,000, all of which is remaining. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A11. ​Contract Award with Berry Dunn McNeil & Parker, LLC for the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department Strategic Plan (RFP 19-60) City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with Berry Dunn McNeil & Parker, LLC (100 Middle Street, Portland, ME 04101) for the planning and development of a parks and recreation strategic plan in a dollar amount not to exceed $127,377. Funding will be provided from the Capital Improvement Fund 2020 General Obligation Bonds in the amount of $77,377 and from the 2020 Good Neighbor Fund in the amount of $50,000. Further information is included in the packet below. For Action Failed in Committee A12. ​Contract Award with Open Studio Project for the Art Program at the Robert Crown Community Center (RFP 19-46) City Council authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with Open Studio Project (903 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202) for the City of Evanston Robert Crown Community Center Art Program. The contract is for one (1) year with a mutual option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year options. The contract period will run from January 14, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Revenue from program registrations are deposited into General Fund Account Robert Crown (Account 100.30.3030.53565) and instruction expenses are paid from (Account 100.30.3030.62505). Compensation for the vendor is based on a 70/30 percentage split of resident rate revenues collected from program registrations. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A13. ​Change Order No. 1 with AECOM for the Water System Vulnerability Assessment & Emergency Response Plan (RFP 18-54) City Council authorized the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 1 to the agreement for the Water System Vulnerability Assessment & Emergency Response Plan (RFP 18-54) with AECOM (303 East Wacker, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60601) for a time extension of 121 days, extending the contract completion date from November 1, 2019, to February 29, 2020. There is no change to the contract amount. Funding is provided by the Water Fund Studies Business Unit (Account 510.40.4200.62180), which has an approved FY 2020 budget of $250,000 and a YTD balance of $250,000. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A14. ​Change Order No. 1 with CDM Smith, Inc. for the Water Plant Evaluation Study (RFP 18-55) City Council authorized the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 1 to the agreement for the Water Plant Evaluation Study (RFP 18-55) with CDM Smith Inc. (125 South Wacker, Suite 700, Chicago, IL 60606) for an extension in contract time of 169 days from November 13, 2019 to April 30, 2020. There is no change to contract amount. Funding for the study is provided from the Water Fund (Account 510.40.4200.62180), which has an approved FY 2019 budget of $200,000 committed to this work, of which $75,908.63 has not been spent and will be rolled over into FY 2020. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A15. ​Change Order No. 3 with Greeley and Hansen, LLC for Engineering Services on the Oakton Street Water Supply Connection (RFP 18- 59) City Council authorized the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 3 to the agreement with Greeley and Hansen, LLC (100 S Wacker Drive, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60606) for engineering services during construction ofthe Oakton Street Water Supply Connection (RFP 18-59) in the amount of $51,669. This will increase the total contract price from the current contract amount of $246,932 to $298,601, and extend the contract completion date by 155 days from January 28, 2020 to July 1, 2020. Funding for this contract will be provided from the Water Fund (Account 513.71.7330.62145 – 419003), which has an FY 2019 project budget of $240,000 and an FY 2020 project budget of $90,000. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A16. ​Change Order No. 3 with Bodala, LLC dba Central Rug and Carpet to the Contract for the Fleetwood-Jourdain Interiors Renovation (RFP 19-13) City Council authorized the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 3 to the contract for the Fleetwood-Jourdain Interiors Renovation (RFP 19-13) with Bodala, LLC dba Central Rug and Carpet (3006 Central Street, Evanston, Illinois) in the amount of $8,419. This will increase the overall contract amount from $664,573 to $672,992. There is no time extension associated with this change order. Funding will be provided from the Capital Improvement Fund 2019 General Obligation Bonds (415.40.4119.65515 – 618008). This change order will exceed the project budget, but funding is available from savings in other projects awarded in 2019. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A17. ​Change Order No. 4 with Thieneman Construction, Inc. for Clearwell 9 Replacement Project Construction (Bid 18-30) City Council authorized the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 4 to the Construction Contract for the Clearwell 9 Replacement Project (Bid No. 18-30) with Thieneman Construction, Inc. (17219 Foundation Parkway, Westfield, IN) in the amount of $3,265.51. This will increase the total contract amount from the current contract price of $19,283,266.04 to $19,286,531.55. There is no time extension associated with this change order. The City has a loan agreement in place with the IEPA for funding from the State Revolving Fund in the amount of $20,556,256 for engineering and construction of this project. All eligible costs will be funded by the loan repaid over 20 years at 1.84% interest. IEPA loan funding for this work is being routed through the Water Fund, Capital Improvement (Account 513.71.7330.65515-733107). Further information is included in the packet below. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A18. ​Resolution 125-R-19, Designating the Portion of Lake Street between Asbury Avenue and Wesley Avenue with the Honorary Street Name Sign, “Thomas H. Brinkmann Way” City Council adopted Resolution 125-R-19, naming the portion of Lake Street between Asbury Avenue and Wesley Avenue with the Honorary Street Name Sign, “Thomas H. Brinkmann Way.”Three street signs are made for the honoree. One sign is installed at each end of the designated one block area and the third sign is given to the honoree. The approximate total cost to create all three signs is $200. Funds for the honorary street name sign program is budgeted in the Public Works Agency, Public Service Bureau - Traffic Operations' materials fund (Account 100.40.4520.65115) which has a fiscal year 2020 budget of $58,000 and a year to date balance of $58,000. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A19. ​Resolution 1-R-20, Authorizing the Acceptance of the 2017 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Subaward from Cook County City Council adopted Resolution 1-R-20 authorizing the acceptance of the 2017 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Subaward from Cook County for the implementation of an Evanston Fire and Police Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Program. Year one of the program will be fully funded through the Cook County subaward portion of the 2017 UASI Grant for an amount not to exceed $6,703. Staff will provide performance updates in subsequent years with any corresponding funding requests. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A20. ​Resolution 2-R-20, Authorizing Adoption of the Cook County Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) City Council adopted Resolution 2-R-20 authorizing adoption of the Cook County Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP). For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A21. ​Resolution 5-R-20 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Real Estate Contract for the Purchase of a Vacant Lot Located at 1829 Simpson Street Staff recommends the approval of Resolution 5-R-20 authorizing the City Manager to execute a real estate contract for the purchase of a vacant lot located at 1829 Simpson Street for an amount not to exceed $55,000. The source of funds for this proposed acquisition is Capital Improvement Funds Parks Contingency (Account 415.40.4119.65515- 519011). For Action Held in Committee A22. ​Resolution 7-R-20 Issuance of a Request for Qualifications/Proposals (RFQ/P) for Sale of 1805 Church Street and 1708-1710 Darrow Avenue City Council approved Resolution 7-R-20 directing the City Manager to issue a Request for Qualifications/Proposals (RFQ/P) for sale and redevelopment of City-owned property located at 1805 Church Street and 1708-1710 Darrow Avenue. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A23. ​Resolution 8-R-20, Construction Engineering Funding Agreement with IDOT and Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for the Howard Street Corridor Improvement Project City Council adopted Resolution 8-R-20, authorizing the City Manager to negotiate the Construction Engineering Funding Agreement for Federal Participation with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). Execution of the Agreement will allow Evanston to use the $500,000 in Surface Transportation Program (STP) funding that is obligated by City of Chicago for construction engineering. Also, staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (9575 W. Higgins Road, Suite 600, Rosemont, Illinois 60018) in the not-to-exceed amount of $999,992.89 to provide the Phase III construction engineering services for Howard Street Corridor Project (RFQ 16-75). Funding will be from the Capital Improvement Fund 2020 General Obligation Funds in the amount of $499,992.89 (Account 415.40.4120.62145 - 417002) and from the City of Chicago federal Surface Transportation Program grant funds in the amount of $500,000, which will be paid directly to the Illinois Department of Transportation. The FY 2020 budget includes $400,000 for this contract, and an additional $100,000 will need to be budgeted in FY 2021 to fund the remainder. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A24. ​Ordinance 9-O-20, Amending Portions of the City Code Following the Enactment of the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act City Council adopted Ordinance 9-O-20, amending portions of the City Code following the enactment of the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. For Introduction Approved on Consent Agenda A25. ​Ordinance 177-O-19, Sale of Surplus Property Fleet Vehicles/Equipment and Surplus Robert Crown Community Center Equipment Owned by the City of Evanston City Council adopted Ordinance 177-O-19, directing the City Manager to offer the sale of vehicles and equipment owned by the City through public auction through GovDeals, an online auction system utilized by government agencies, on or around Wednesday, January 15, 2020 or any other subsequent America’s Online Auction. These vehicles have been determined to be surplus as a result of new vehicle replacements being placed into service or vehicles that had to be taken out of service for safety reasons with the intention of eventual replacement. The equipment which is from the old Robert Crown Center has been determined to be surplus since it will not be utilized in the new Robert Crown Center or in any other City facilities. The Interim City Manager recommends suspension of the rules for Introduction and Action at the January 13, 2020 City Council meeting. For Introduction and Action Approved on Consent Agenda A26. ​Ordinance 153-O-19, Amending Title 10, Chapter 11, Section 10 Schedule X(C) “Two Hour Limited Parking” by Amending Bryant Street City Council adopted Ordinance 153-O-19, amending Title 10, Chapter 11, Section 10, Schedule X(C) “Two-Hour Limited Parking” to extend Bryant Avenue from Central Street to the dead end, to Residential Parking District H. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A27. ​Ordinance 155-O-19, Increasing the Parking Tax in the City-Owned Garage at Sherman Plaza City Council adopted Ordinance 155-O-19, increasing the parking tax on monthly permits in the City-owned Sherman Plaza parking garage from $50 to $60, effective on February 1, 2020. This corresponds to an increase in the monthly parking rate from $125 to $130 monthly at the Sherman Plaza garage. Parking tax is deposited in the City's General Fund. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda A28. ​Ordinance 170-O-19, Amending Title 10, Chapter 11, Section 18, Schedule XVIII (G) “Residents Parking Only Districts” Adding a Portion of Lincoln Street City Council adopted Ordinance 170-O-19, amending Title 10, Chapter 11, Section 10 “Residential Exemption Parking District 7” to add the homes on the 2200 block of Lincoln Avenue. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda APW1. ​Discussion of Changes to City Code for Snow and Ice Removal on Public and Private Sidewalks Staff seeks feedback on making revisions to the sections of the City Code pertaining to removal of snow and ice from public and private sidewalks. Staff will provide an overview and presentation on this discussion item at the January 13, 2019 Administration & Public Works Committee meeting. For Discussion Approved on Consent Agenda P1. ​Resolution 4-R-20 Authorizing the City of Evanston to Establish a Moratorium on Condominium Deconversions Staff recommends City Council adoption of Resolution 4-R-20, "Authorizing the City of Evanston to Establish a Moratorium on Condominium Deconversions." The moratorium would be in place for a three (3) month period following adoption of Resolution 4-R-20. For Action Failed 5-3​ Ald. Rue Simmons, Revelle and Rainey voted “Yes” Motion:​ Ald. Suffredin Second:​ Ald. Rainey Watch P2. ​Ordinance 3-O-20 Granting Major Zoning Relief for Parking to Retain a Basement Dwelling Unit at 2008 Harrison St. City Council adopted Ordinance 3-O-20, granting major zoning relief for 4 parking spaces where 7 parking spaces are required, to allow the retention of a basement dwelling unit in the R5 General Residential District and the oCSC Central Street Overlay District. The applicant has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of the standards for major variations for this district. For Introduction Held in Committee P3. ​Ordinance 5-O-20 Granting a Special Use for a Commercial Indoor Recreation Facility, Born2Win, at 2510 Green Bay Rd. City Council adopted Ordinance 5-O-20 granting special use approval for a Commercial Indoor Recreation facility, Born2Win, at 2510 Green Bay Rd. in the B1a Business District and oCSC Central Street Overlay District. The applicant has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of the standards for a special use for this district. For Introduction Passed 7-1-0​ Ald. Fleming abstained Motion:​ Ald. Suffredin Second:​ Ald. Rue Simmons Watch P4. ​Ordinance 6-O-20 Amending Title 6, Planned Development Setbacks in Residential Districts City Council adopted a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to revise section 6-8-1-10 relating to limitations on site development allowances regarding setbacks for planned developments in Residential Zoning Districts. For Introduction Approved on Consent Agenda P5. ​Ordinance 8-O-20 Planned Development, 999-1015 Howard Street City Council adopted Ordinance 8-O20 for approval of a Special Use for a Planned Development in the B2 Business District to construct a 4-story, 73,017 square foot addition to the existing CJE Senior Life building. The addition includes 60 affordable dwelling units for residents (older adults, 62 years and older) and 55 parking spaces. For Introduction Approved on Consent Agenda P6. ​Ordinance 2-O-20, Granting a Special Use for a Daycare Center - Child, Guidepost Montessori, at 1012-1014 Davis Street City Council adopted Ordinance 2-O-20, granting special use approval for a Daycare Center - Child, Guidepost Montessori, at 1012-1014 Davis St. in the D2 Downtown Retail Core District. The applicant has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of the standards for a special use for this district. Alderman Wilson requests suspension of the rules for Introduction and Action at the January 13, 2020 City Council Meeting. For Introduction and Action Approved on Consent Agenda P7. ​Ordinance 171-O-19 Amending Title 6, Accessory Dwelling Unit Requirements and Qualifications City Council adopted Ordinance 171-O-19, as amended, a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to revise the definition of coach house and regulations related to accessory dwelling units. The ordinance has been amended to remove the height restriction which would have required that an ADU be shorter than the primary residential structure for non-landmarks and outside of historic districts. For Action Passed 7-1-0​ Ald. Revelle abstained Motion:​ Ald. Suffredin Second:​ Ald. Rue Simmons Watch ED1. ​Approval of Financial Wellness Professional Service Agreement with First Northern Credit Union City Council approved a professional services agreement with First Northern Credit Union to design and deliver a financial wellness education program for Evanston residents. For Action Approved on Consent Agenda ED2. ​Evanston Rebuilding Warehouse Request for Funding for Workforce Development City Council approved financial assistance to Evanston Rebuilding Warehouse in an amount not to exceed $15,000 to help facilitate job training and placement opportunities for primarily low- and moderate-income trainees in environmentally sustainable deconstruction methods. Funding will be provided by the General Fund Economic Development Division Workforce Development Business Unit (Account 100.21.5300.62663). For Action Approved on Consent Agenda HS1. ​Resolution 136-R-19, Calling for a Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons City Council adopted Resolution 136- R-19, “Calling for a Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.” For Action Approved on Consent Agenda Call of the Wards Ward 1: No Report Watch Ward 2: Wished everyone a Happy New Year. Made a referral to bring back the resolution to support compassion to die. Watch Ward 3: Town Hall meeting on Thursday, January 23, 2019 at Lincoln School from 7 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. Watch Ward 4: Gave a report on his recent visit to the new Robert Crown Center. Watch Ward 5: Share her condolences to the family of Judge Lionel Jean-Baptiste and Sidney Castleberry. Watch Ward 6: No Report Watch Ward 7: Ward meeting on January 16, 2019 at the Civic Center in the Parasol Room starting at 7 p.m. The Second Ward meeting will be on January 23, 2019 at the Ecology Center starting at 7:00 p.m. Watch Ward 8: 8th Ward Cannabis Licensing Workshop Meeting on January 14, 2019 at the Levy Center at 7:30 p.m. Watch Ward 9: Shared her condolences to the family of Sidney Castleberry. ETHS students will be participating in election canvassing at the Ohio Caucus. Ward meeting on January 15, at the Levy Senior Center starting at 7:00 p.m. Watch Adjournment Mayor Hagerty called a voice vote to adjourn the City Council meeting, and by unanimous vote the meeting was adjourned. Ald. Wilson led City Council into Executive Session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(a) to discuss agenda items regarding personnel, litigation and minutes. These agenda items are permitted subject to be considered in Executive Session and are an enumerated exception under the Open Meetings Act with the exception being 5 ILCS 120/2(a)(c)(1)(11)(21). A roll call vote was taken and by a unanimous vote (8-0) City Council recessed into Executive Session.