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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES-1950-02-27-195040 Evanston, Illinois Municipal Building February 27, 1950 Regular Meeting of the City Council held February 27, 19500 convening at 9:40 o'clock P.M. PRESENT: (14) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway " Barber it Mogg " L. Mitchell " MacSteven James " Rubin " Beck. " Christensen " Corcoran Harwood Th oma Rolfes ABSENT: (1) " J. Mitchell Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the minutes of meeting held February 20, 1950, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. f ollowing: Deputy City Clerk F. Mullen, presented the Communication Northwestern University relative to a Lecture -Discussion by Mr. Ralph Budd Chairman, C.T.A. on the problem of transporting the commuter, in Harris Hall, Evanston Campus on March 1, 1950 at 3:30 P.M. Alderman L. Mitchell moved same be referred to the Public Utilities Committee and the Corporation Counsel. 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 $28.50 City Collector's Office 12.67 City Treasurer's Office 446.50 Contingent Fund 77.14 Health Department 61.21 Miscellaneous Fund 256.65 Municipal Building 2.90 Park Department 11.35 Playground Department 239.15 Police Department 404.77 Police & Fire Bond Bldg. Acct. 500.00 Police, Fire & Court Bldg. 10.00 Public Works Department 299.09 Street & Bridge Department 1,805.98 Water Department 10.00 Pumping Station 151.74 Filtration Plant 11.32 Water Meter Division 9.00 Special Assessment #1218 225.50 1 1 141 4 1 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, H,arwood,.Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach_(13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway presented and moved the adoption ,of a resolution designating depositories in which the funds and moneys.in the custody of the Town Collector, Thomas .F: Airth may be deposited, as follows: State Bank & Trust Co. Evanston,.Illinois First National Bank & Trust Co. Evanston, Illinois Evanston Trust & Savings Bank Evanston, Illinois Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Hemenway stated that at this time of year after two months, it is time the residents be given warning by the Chief of Police that they do not have their vehicle stickers. c Also asked that the Press take note. Moved a reference to the Chief of Police to that effect. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the Council convene as of 8:00 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 SAMUEL TOPLIFF WHEREAS, SAMUEL TOPLIFF, a resident of this City for sixty-eight years, passed away at his home 2734 Lincoln -Street on Friday, February 17, 1950; and . WHEREAS, SAMUEL TOPLIFF, was a member of this council from 1910 through 1920 serving as an alderman from the First Ward; and WHEREAS, SAMUEL TOPLIFF, always gave liberally of his time and contributed much to,civic endeavors and community welfare: THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that,this City Council, in behalf of .its members, the Mayor and the other City Officials does hereby express sincere and profound.regret upon the occasion of the death of Samuel Topliff. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread upon the permanent records of the City and a copy thereof, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk be forwarded to the members of his bereaved family. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Rubin for the LIGHTING COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works as follows: "It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to order reductions in street lighting operation made, in conformance with public safety requirements, to effect as great savings in electric energy as possible, for the duration of the Commerce Commission order to reduce power consumption." , Alderman Rubin so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Beck for the Local Improvements Committee asked for a meeting of his committee next Monday, March 6, 1950 at 7:30 o'clock P.M. at which time Mr. John Tone Kelly will be present. Requested that notice be sent to the members. Alderman Mog.g for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted report made,by the Office of the Division Engineer, U.S. Army, Great Lakes Division on their studv of the.shore line from the Wisconsin border south, in which they state they are recommending to the Engineers in Washington the approval of four beach projects in Evanston. This is the first step in a long list that we will have to do before we can do anything to our shore line with Federal aid. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted report.from the Commissioner of. Public Works advising that the Water Department is in need of 10 fire.hydrants and 25 six inch auxiliary valves, and listing quotations received for same. It is recommended that the quotation of the Ludlow Valve Company (low bidder on both items) be accepted at $143.00 each for the hydrants and $40.60 each for the valves. The total cost with freight allowed to Evanston is $2,445.00 and is to be charged to account No. 411. 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 Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works as follows: "On February 14 the Public Buildings Committee author- ized the Commissioner of Public Works to -proceed with the motorization of the six large doors leading to the apparatus room. The architects have received a quotation from The Rowe Manufacturing Co. of $1,856.00 for equipment and labor for this job, exclusive of wiring. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to proceed with the motorization of these doors at the prices quoted and char a same to the Police, Fire and Court Building Bond Accoun�." 4 This has the approval of both the Public Buildings Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rolfes. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. i Alderman Harwood stated that last Monday, February 20 contract was awarded to Lemoi Hardware for 78 door holders and 81 kick plates.. Lemoi Hardware now have withdrawn their bid as they found they would be losing money at the price quoted. It is recommended that the City Council rescind the action taken February 20 awarding the contract for the purchase of the above items to Lemoi Hardware. It is further recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to purchase �t the above articles from Goedert Hardware Company,'low bidder, at prices quoted of $500, the expenditure to be charged to the Police, Fire and Court Building Bond Account. This has the approval of the Public Buildings Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Barber. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (13): Voting nay Alderman MacSteven (1). Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that the Park Department is in need of a dump truck for qeneral hauling, and also has need of a mechanical loader from time to time. The International Harvester Co. has submitted a proposal to furnish'a 2� yard International dump truck, equipped with a front end loader, for the sum of $3500. It is recommended that the Commissioner be authorized to accept the proposal of International Harvester Co. to furnish one International 216 yard dump truck with loader for the sum of $3500, to be charged to account No. 531. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Park Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman L. Mitchell. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Christensen for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Administration in amount of $901.84 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Beck. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE introduced An Ordinance Amending Sections 133 and 139 of "An Ordinance Regulating the Parking and Operation of Vehicles and the Use of Streets, Alleys and Highways within the City of Evanston" adopted February 2, 1942 (Changing Maple Avenue to a one-way street and prohibiting a left turn for west -bound traffic at Church Street and Maple Avenue.) Alderman James submitted report from the Traffic Engineer relative to reference made with reference to prohibiting parking on the west side of Maple Avenue, and he recommends that parking be prohibited on the west side of Maple Avenue - Main Street to Greenleaf Street. Accordingly moved that the Corporation Counsel be requested to bring in an ordinance establishing this area as no parking. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative to request received from Clayton Mark & Company for permission to construct a new driveway on the west side of Dodge Avenue approximately 200 feet north of the center line of Crain Street. It is recommended that the Commissioner be authorized to grant a permit for the construction of a driveway at this location, provided that the cost of encasing the cable be borne by the applicant; that a proper bond be furnished, that the driveway be built in accordance with the requirements of the Dublic Works Department. Moved issuance of permit. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James submitted bill from the Water Department in amount of $293.08 and from the Commercial Light Co. in amount of $2,228.74 for cost of making adjustments to the water and street lighting systems, in connection with the widening of Dodge Avenue -Section 37-CS. Moved approval of payment from funds furnished by the State Highway Department for adjustments on this s6ction. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran,'Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James advised the Council that the Commissioner of Public Works reports that H.W. Lochner & Co. wish to bring before the Street Committee and the City Council some problems in the design of the Chicago Avenue viaduct just south of Mulford Street. Accordingly requdsted a meeting of the Street Committee next Monday, March 6, 1950 at 7:30 o'clock P.M. UNDER SPECIAL COMMITTEES: Alderman Corcoran for the SPECIAL PARKING COMMITTEE introduced An Ordinance Repealing An Ordinance adopted by the City Council of the City of Evanston -* on March 21, 1949, and approved March 22, 1949, amending Section e, 34a of "An Ordinance Regulating the Parking and Operation of Vehicles and the Use of Streets, Alleys and Highways within the City of Evanston" adopted February 2, 1942, and adding to said Section Sections 34aa and 34bb, with request that memo be sent to the Aldermen setting forth the amendments. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman James of the Fourth Ward stated that back in 1944 there was a bill sent to St. Nicholas Church for some oiling done in the alley. The bill was under discussion at the time but he was not sure whether it was brought out on the floor of the Council and ordered cancelled. He felt sure however, that discussion took place in committee of the Whole and it was there decided it should be cancelled. As this bill was not included in the list that was•presented and approved for cancellation last Monday night, moved a reference to the Finance Committee requesting them to consider the advisability of recom- mending the cancellation of that particular item. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg of the Third Ward stated that the Traffic and Transportation Committee of the Evanston Chamber of Commerce feel, that because of the increased traffic on Lyons Street between Ridge and Oak, that perhaps that should be a one- way street. Moved a'reference to the Traffic Engineer and the Street Committee to study the matter and make their recommendation. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Phillip W. Barnhart, Special Police - 6 months renewal Louis Arns, Sr. " It 6 " It 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: August Preuss, Special Police - 6 months renewal Edward Welsh, " It 6 It " For Council records, Chief of Police Geishecker has announced that the probationary period for Patrolman Lawrence W. Wagner has been extended another 60 days. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 10:00 o'clock P.M. F. Mullen `Deputy City Clerk - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Evanston, Illinois Municipal Building March 6, 1950 Regular Meeting of the City Council held March 6, 1950, convening at 8:45 o'clock P.M. PRESENT: (14) Alderman Bersbach it Hemenway It Barber it Mogg it L. Mitchell " James " Rubin " Beck " J. Mitchell It Christensen " Corcoran It Harwood It Th oma Rolfes ABSENT: (1) MacSteven Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the minutes of meeting held February 27, 1950, be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. u 1 1 1 1 =0 1 1 Deputy City Clerk F. Mullen, presented the f of lowing : Gommunication State of Illinois, Division of Highways approving reso.lution adopted by the City Council on January 23, 1950 appropriating $38,451.85 of motor fuel tax funds for the maintenance of -various arterial streets, from January 1, 1950 to December 31., 1950. Alderman Mogg 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 January 31, 1950. Alderman Hemenway moved same be referred to the Mayor, the Finance Committee and the Auditor. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Hemehway 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 $ 1.00 Contingent Fund 284.00 Fire Department 146.79 Health Department 63.62 Legal Department 85.00 Miscellaneous Fund 2,890.21 Miscellaneous Fund 214.69 Mun-icipal Building 46.07 Municipal Court 35.15 Park Department 573.26 Parking Meter Account 212.57 Playground Department 927.18 Police Department 296.42 Police & Fire Bond Bldg. Acct. 920.00 Police, Fire & Court Bldg. 184.30 Public Works Department 515,97 Special Assessment #1219 8.97 Street & Bridge Department 1*158.51 Water Department 631.50 Filtration Plant 705.63 Water Mains Division 625.39 Water Meter Division .92 Water Revenue Bond Acct. 1948 914.08 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, L. Mitchell, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (13): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway presented and moved the payment of the following temporary payrolls to be paid March 10, 1950 and March 15, 1950, same to be charged to the proper accounts: Parking Meter. Account $136.40 Special Assessment #1207 Reserve 166.26 Civil Service Commission 60.00 City Collector's Office 15.68 Park Department 44.00 Park Department 2,528.48 Playground Department 306.76 Public Works Department 521.84 Public Works Dept. -Sewer 589.60 Public Works Dept. -Sewer 16.20 ,Water Mains 1 641.45 Water Department 6.44 Water Department 331,.52 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 110647.84 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 39.96 Health Department 1,683.50 Municipal Building 372.50 Park Department 245.00 Police Department 10243.00 Police, Fire & Court Bldg.. 256.50 Street & Bridge Repair Dept. 325.00 Also the following bills: Water Dept. rebate $ 9.18 Water Dept. rebate 11.29 Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, L. Mitchell, James, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE moved that the.Council convene as of 8:00 o'clock P.M. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Beck for the LOCAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE presented and moved the adoption of a resolution authorizing the institution of special assessment foreclosure proceedings on_pro,perty located at: 2023 Dodge Avenue; North side of Emerson Street in the 2100 block; 8,10-812 Brummel Street; South side of Central Street 100 feet east of Crawford Avenue; West side of Wesley Avenue in the 2000 block; 2230 Foster Street. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted request received from Covenant Church Couple's Club, for the use of Chandler -Leahy Park Field House on Saturday evening, March 18, 1950 from 7:00 until 12:00 P.M. Moved that permit be granted and that a fee of $5 be charged, which will pay for the attendant. Duly seconded and carried. 1 A I Alderman Christensen for the RELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Administration in amount of $873.91 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Beck. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber,, Mogg, L. Mitchell, James, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE presented and moved the adoption of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 133 and 139 OF "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE PARKING AND OPERATION OF VEHICLES AND THE USE OF STREETS,.ALLEYS AND HIGHWAYS WITHIN THE CITY OF, EVANSTON," adopted February 2, 1942 (Changing Maple Avenue to a one- way street and prohibiting a left,turn for west -bound traffic at r Church Street and Maple Avenue.) Motion seconded by Alderman i.a Barber. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, Q L. Mitchell, James, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (.14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James submitted the preliminary sketches for the reconstruction of Chicago Avenue viaduct, .south of Mulf ord,Street, prepared by H.W. Lochner & Company. It is rec- ommended that the City Council approve the sketches as submitted, with particular reference to specifications regulating movement of traffic, a,nd so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James submitted communication from Mr. Heuser which contains interesting data An regard to off-street parking lots, to be referred to the. Special Committee on Parking. Duly seconded and carried. UNDER SPECIAL COMMITTEES: Alderman Corcoran for the SPECIAL PARKING COMMITTEE presented and moved ,the adoption of AN ORDINANCE REPEALING AN ORDINANCE ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON ON MARCH 21, 1949 AND APPROVED MARCH 22, 19490 AMENDING SECTION 34a of "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE PARKING AND OPERATION OF VEHICLES AND THE USE OF STREETS, ALLEYS AND HIGHWAYS WITHIN THE CITY OF EVANSTON" ADOPTED FEBRUARY 2, 1942, AND ADDING TO SAID SECTION SECTIONS 34aa and 34bb. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood.. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, ,L. Mitchell, James, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitch -ell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that the successful bidder on our public liability and property damage insurance, Merritt R. Laubenbeimer,, has submitted an,additional $10 premium offer to increase the,insurance,on the Playground Division station wagon, to cover adequate medical benefits. It is recommended that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to pay this $10 increase in premium covering the city -owned vehicles for liability and property damage as per their bid of February 3, 1950, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Bersbach., Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, L. Mitchell, James, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman,Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that,the Park Division is in, need of some equipment for tree trimming. A used ladder truck suitable for this purpose is available now at John Browley, Chicago, for $600. , It is recommended that the Commissioner be authorized to purchase this truck from John Browley at the price quoted, the expenditure to be charged to item No. 531. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Park Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. .Motion seconded by Alderman J. Mitchell, Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, L.Mitchell, James, Rubin, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (14.): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that the Police Department is in need of 40,000 inspection cards and 5,000 taxicab inspection cards for use at the Testing Station, and listing three quotations received for furnishing this material. It is recommended that the Commissioner be authorized to accept the proposal of the low bidder, Evanston Printing Co. to furnish 40,000 inspection cards and 5,000 taxicab inspection cards for $286.56, the expenditure to be charged to account No. 141. This has -the approval of the Chairman of the Police Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved.. Motion ,seconded by Alderman Rubin. Voting ,aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, 1 1 � PF Barber, Mogg, L. Mitchell, James, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the , Commissioner of Public Works stating the Street Department was in immediate need of an additional supply of rock salt. 400 bags were ordered from the low bidder, Morton Salt Co, at the bid price of $1.09 per bag delivered, and requesting confirmation of this purchase. This has the approval of the Chairman of the Street Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rolfes. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, L. Mitchell, James, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising a bid was secured on a special sign for the new Court Room. The Garrison Lighting, Inc., submitted a figure of $125 to furnish this sign in accordance with drawings and specifications submitted by Maher and McGrew, architects. It is recommended that the Commissioner be authorized to accept the offer of Garrison Lighting, Inc., to furnish this sign at price quoted, the expenditure to be charged to Police, Fire and Municipal Building Bond Account. This has the approval of the Public Buildings Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Barber. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, L. Mitchell, James, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works stating the contract for the purchase of lamps for city buildings has expired. Bids have been secured from several companies. All bids are based on the same discounts. The Electrical Division prefers the Sylvania lamps supplied thru the Revere Electric Supply Co. It is recommended that the Com- missioner be authorized to enter into a contract with the Revere Electric Supply Co. for the purchase of lamps for the various buildings at prices and discounts quoted; expenditure to be charged to the proper accounts. This has the approval of the Chairman of the 15 Public Buildings Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Corcoran. Voting aye Aldermen Bersbach, Hemenway, Barber, Mogg, L. Mitchell, James, Rubin, Beck, J. Mitchell, Christensen, Corcoran, Harwood, Thoma and Rolfes (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Barber of the Second Ward requested that the Commissioner of Public Works see if there is a method of stopping the hum of the lights in the ceiling of the Council room. Alderman James of the Fourth Ward made a reference to the Commissioner.of Public Works requesting that he enlist the cooperation of'the merchants around town'and owners of property in the business areas where the sidewalks are in a broken or faulty condition, that they be put in a safe state of repair, at once. Alderman James made a reference to the Corporation_Counsel requesting that he attempt to enlist the cooperation of the North Western Railroad, the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad and the C.T.A. in the matter of maintaining the sidewalks under their viaducts in a good state of repair and in a cleanly condition. Alderman J. Mitchell of the Sixth Ward made a reference to the Commissioner of Public Works and the Mayor to see that adequate funds are made available so that we can continue the trimming of trees in Evanston. It is much more important to save the existing trees than to plant new trees. Alderman J. Mitchell made a reference to the Traffic Engineer to continue studying the accidents on Grant Street from Grey Avenue to Lawndale Avenue, as several have com- plained about the speeding there. Also, at Central Park Avenue and Grant Street to consider the installation of stop signs on both sides of the intersection. Alderman Corcoran of the Seventh Ward spoke of the stop and go lights recently installed on Central Street at Ashland and Asbury. He had received compliments from many people and acknowledged his gratitude to all concerned for bringing about this accomplishment. 15 Alderman Corcoran also stated that with the installation of about two more lights at Sherman and Noyes and at Sherman and Foster, our stop and go light problem will be solved. Alderman Harwood of the Seventh Ward made a reference to the Corporation,Counsel to prepare suitable resolution on the death of former alderman Charles Wallace. Alderman Harwood stated that at the present time there is a no parking restriction on the south side of Lincoln Street part of the way between Sheridan Road and Orrington Avenue. Request has been made that,it be extended all the way. Made a reference to the Traffic Engineer to report as to the advisability of this further restriction. 4 Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward referred to complaints made about the service on the No. 7 bus. Due to the lack of buses during the rush period the people are crowded. We were promised 40 minute schedule until traffic picked up and then go on 20 minute schedule. Made a reference to the Chairman of the Public Buildings Committee and the Mayor to check into this matter with the Bus Company to see if we cannot secure better service for the people on this route. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma reported that the last snow plowing done was more or less disastrous as the parkways and lawns have been damaged on Harvard Terr. Austin and Mulford Streets. Made a reference to the ,Mayor and the Park Committee to make a survey there as the people are asking that we help them with grass seed and soil to repair the damage we have done. Alderman Thoma stated that about five years ago Alderman James made a reference about the sub -level parking structure at Davis and Sherman. Made a reference to the Special Parking Committee to take this matter under advisement and take steps towards the drafting of plans for a structure such as this. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Thoma again spoke `of the speeding on Asbury Avenue, stating that the speed limit of 25 miles per hour is too fast. There are no stop signs with the exception of Oakton Street, from Main to Howard. Asked that the Traffic.Engineer in cooperation with the Mayor endeavor to iron out this situation on Asbury Avenue as something must be done to hold down the speeding before accidents occur that we will be sorry for. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS. BUSINESS: Mayo'-r- ingraham made the following appointments of names previously introduced: Edward Welsh, Special Police - 6 months renewal August Preuss, of If 6 11 It Alderman Rubin moved that these appointments be confirmed. Duly seconded and carriedz Mayor Ingraham introduced the following name for confirmation at the next meeting of the City Council: John E. White, Special Police - 6 months For Council records, Chief of Police Geishecker has announced that the probationary period for Patrolmen Michael A. King and Harold J. Henrichsen has been extended another 60 days. Upon motion duly seconded and carried, the Council adjourned -at 9:25 o'clock P.M. F. Mullen Deputy City Clerk Evanston, Illinois Municipal Building March 13, 1950 Regular Meeting -of the City Council held March 13, 1950, convening at 9:05 o'clock P.M. PRESENT: (15) Alderman Bersbach " Hemenway Barber „ Mogg " L. Mitchell MacSteven If James it Rubin if Beck It J. Mitchell If Christensen 11 Corcoran " Harwood " Th oma " Rolfes ABSENT: None Mayor Ingraham presiding. Alderman Rubin moved that the minutes of meeting held March 6, 19501 be approved without reading. Duly seconded and carried. City Clerk Edward W. Bell, presented the following: Communication from Mrs, Lyda B. Topliff acknowledging resolution sent on the death of Mr. Topliff. Alderman Rubin moved 1 1 same be received and placed on file. Duly seconded and carried. 4•S y i.X F J 1 Z 1 1 Alderman Hemenway for the FINANCE COMMITTEE asked for a committee meeting of the aldermen. Duly seconded and carried. WHEN COUNCIL RECONVENED: Alderman Mogg for the BUILDING COMMITTEE requested that the committee meet next Monday, March 20, 1950 at 7:30 o'clock P.M. and,that the members be so notified. Alderman Hemenway 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 City Clerk's Office City Collector's Office Civil Service Commission Contingent Fund Fire Department Garbage Department Health Department Health Department Miscellaneous Fund Motor Fuel Tax Fund Municipal Building Municipal Court Park Department Parking Meter Account Playground Department Police Department Police & Fire Bond Bldg. Acct. Police, Fire & Court Building Public Works Department Salaries of City Officers Special Assessment No. 1207 Street & Bridge Department Pumping Station Filtration Plant Water Mains Division Water Meter Division Water Revenue Bond Acct. 1948 Payrolls Police Department Park Department $117.94 20.46 .82 37.20 71.15 112.18 47.04 460.16 60.00 50615.49 2*021.55 933.89 6.04 958.77 259.49 201.65 1,690.78 8.50 1,094.24 766.78 9.54 196.50 1#249.67 16.32 59.41 106.27 8.61 350830.96 $10.94 40.00 Motion seconded by Alderman Mogg. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway submitted report from the City Collector stating the 7weifel Motors, Inc., have loaned a car to St. George High School for use as a Driver's Training car, and suggesting that no charge be made for the city vehicle license. The Finance Committee recommends that no charge be made, and so moved. Motion seconded by Alderman Rolfes. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Hemenway presented and moved the adoption of'the following resolution: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT REBATE, EQUIVALENT TO 12/ OF THE ORNAMENTAL STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM, BEING EVANSTON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT #1207. WHEREAS, on August 12, 1944 .the City'Council, pursuant to recommendation of the Finance Committee, gave authority to spread a rebate of 6/ on special assessment #1207 for the ornamental street lighting system of the City of Evanston, said amount being ,based on a cash surplus of $92,000 on hand at that time in said fund; and WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Special Assessments has now completed a spread of said rebate and the cash surplus in said special assessment fund is now $175,000 which is sufficient to make a rebate equivalent to 12/ of the confirmed assessment instead of the 6% rebate originally authorized: THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: (1) That a rebate be made i_apon each lot, tract or parcel of land assessed on account of Evanston Special Assessment #1207 for ornamental street lighting sytem, said rebate to be equivalent to 12/ of the amount of said assessment; (2), That the City Treasurer be and he is hereby authorized tD pay said rebates out of money on deposit in said special assessment fund on orders or vouchers for payment signed by the Mayor and City Comptroller, or their respective deputies; (3). That the Superintendent of Special Assessments be and h�e is hereby authorized to .certify payment of rebates to the person or persons entitled thereto upon production of proper proof of being entitled thereto. Alderman Hemenway stated that if the people bring their copies or proper proof they will be given a receipt for their papers and a check will be mailed later. It would be very helpful if the people would however, mail their papers to the City Collector. Motion seconded by Alderman Harwood. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Doti -on carried. Alderman Corcoran for the JUDICIARY COMMITTEE ,Moved that ,the Council cgnvene ,as of 8:00 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 CHARLES S. WALLACE WHEREAS, CHARLES S. WALLACE, a resident and business leader of Evanston for approximately sixty years, died on March 1, 1950; and WHEREAS, CHARLES S. WALLACE, during his lifetime was an important factor in the -growth and development of Evanston and served as Alderman of the Sixth Ward from 1903 to 1914; and WHEREAS, ,CHARLES S. WALLACE ,gave liberally of his time, and counsel and was always active in civic and community affairs;' NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the -City of Evanston, in behalf of its members and the Mayor, hereby express profound and sincere regret upon the occasion of thedeath of CHARLES S. WALLACE. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread upon the permanent records of the city and that a copy thereof signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk be sent to the members of his bereaved family. Duly seconded,and carried. Alderman Mogg for the PARK COMMITTEE submitted a Plat of Colfax Manor, a resubdivision of sots 12 to 15, both inclusive, in Block 7 of the resubdivision of Blocks 1, 21, 3, 4,. 6, and 7 of North Evanston, being a subdivision of Lots 11 to 16 and the west 43 acres of Lot 17 in George Smith's Sub. of the south part of Archange Ouilmette Reservation, and also of Lots 1, 3 and that part of Lot 2 lying between the C. & M.R.R. and the west line of Lot 3 produced north of the north line of Section 12, T. 41 N. R. BE. of the 3rd P.M. in Assessor's Plat of Evanston, Cook County, Illinois (being the N.E. corner of Colfax Street and E. Railroad Avenue.) The Park Committee considered this a month or more ago, and it was agreed we would recommend it to the courdl providing the owner would improve a,private street in the subdivision with a hard surface. The owner has agreed to do this, and accordingly moved that the City Council approve the Plat with instructions to the City Clerk to complete it with proper certification. Duly seconded,and carried. Alderman Mogg submitted communication from the First Park District indicating their desire to continue the present arrangement whereby the,city does maintenance work for them and they say the arrangements have been very satisfactory in the past. Alderman Rubin for the POLICE COMMITTEE moved that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized to advertise for bids for the purchase of six ( 6 ) new cars for the Police Department, with trade-in of six old cars. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman L. Mitchell for the PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMITTEE requested a,meeting of his committee next Monday, March 201 1950 at 7:30 o'clock P.M. Alderman Harwood for the PURCHASING COMMITTEE submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works advising that the Street Division is in need of an.additional quantity of rock salt for use on icy streets and walks. The Commissioner requests ,I t!, J, e.D authority to purchase 400 bags of rock salt from Morton Salt Co. at a price of $1.09 per bag delivered, the expenditure to be charged to account No. 602. 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 Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, MacSteven, L. Mitchell,,Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none., Motion carried. Alderman Harwood submitted report from the Commissioner of•Public Works advising that the Fire Department is in need of a new typewriter. As the Royal typewriter is the preference, the Commissioner requests authority &o purchase one new 1950 KMG 12 inch Pica Royal typewriter from the Albert Tangora Typewriter Shop, in accordance with proposal of $128.75, the.expenditure to be_ charged to item No. 168. This has the approval.of the Chairman of the fire Committee and the Purchasing Committee, and so moved.. Motion seconded by Alderman MacSteven. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman Christensen for the BELIEF COMMITTEE submitted bills of the Relief Administration in amount of $1,046.26 and moved that the Township Supervisor be authorized to pay these bills. Motion seconded by Alderman Beck. Voting aye Aldermen Rolfes, Thoma, Harwood, Corcoran, Christensen, Beck, Rubin, James, MacSteven, L. Mitchell, Mogg, Barber, Hemenway and Bersbach (14): Voting nay none. Motion carried. Alderman James for the STREET COMMITTEE reported to the Council that in response to reference made recently to the Commissioner of Public Works requesting that he endeavor to enlist the cooperation of the owners of property in the business districts of Evanston to repair the broken sidewalk curbs, that the Commissioner has sent a communication to the President of the Real Estate Board, as well as a letter to the Secretary of the Evanston Chamber of Commerce, stating that the city will participate on a 50% basis in the event they wish to join. He hoped we would get a satisfactory response from both of those organizations. Alderman James submitted report from the Traffic Engineer re-: reference of Alderman Harwood that parking be prohibited at all times on the south side of Lincoln Street from Orrington Avenue to Sheridan Road. This street is narrow and congested with parked cars and it is recommended that the City Council concur in Alderman Harwood's reference and prohibit such parking at all times, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James reported that reference was made that Clark Street be made a one-way street from Ridge Avenue to Oak Avenue. If Clark Street were made a one-way street it would upset the over-all plan for the Emerson Street viaduct previously approved by the City Council. The Traffic Engineer made a study of traffic on this street before and after this reference and he cannot approve making it one-way. It is recommended that no change be made in the present plan. Alderman James moved adoption of the Q recommendation. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James submitted report from the Commissioner of Public Works relative to request received from the Standard Oil Company for a permit to construct an additional driveway to serve the filling station at the northeast corner of Clark Street and Ridge Avenue. The proposed driveway is to be located on the north side of Clark Street, east of Ridge Avenue. This matter has been discussed with the Traffic Engineer who feels that the con- struction of a new driveway as requested would create a second intersection within a few feet of the Ridge Avenue -Clark Street intersection, and would result in a considerable amount of congestion and confusion at this location. It,is recommended that the request of the Standard Oil Company for driveway on the north side of Clark Street east of Ridge Avenue be denied, and so moved. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman James introduced An Ordinance Amending Section 118 of Article XVIII of 'Traffic Regulations of the City of Evanston" "Schedule 'A' Prohibited Parking" (Maple Avenue- west side - Main Street to Sreenleaf Street.) UNDER CALL OF WARDS: Alderman Thoma of the Eighth Ward made a reference that hereafter when an alderman makes a reference, that a copy of same be placed in his folder. 160 Alderman Thoma spoke in reference to the ice pond situation in the city, stating that in the Eighth Ward the city puts up $2000 each year which is 50% of the cost of maintaining one at South Blvd. and Asbury Avenue. He suggested that probably we could develop.throughout the city permanent ice ponds which would in summer time act as wading pools for the smaller children and in the cold weather you would have ice ponds there without further expense to the city. Accordingly made a reference that the matter be gone into and studied by the Park Committee and also the Plan Commission, as it will take time to spot these ponds. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Christensen of the Sixth Ward submitted communication from H.O. Baker, 2530 Marcy Avenue, to be referred to the Mayor and the Park Committee. Also, communication from Cora I. ,_-Bowdish, 2619 Lincolnwood Drive to be referred to the Mayor and the Street Committee. Duly seconded and carried. Alderman Mogg of the Third Ward asked for a meeting of the Park Committee next Monday, March 20, 1950 at 7:00 P.M. UNDER MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: Mayor Ingraham made the following appointment of name previously introduced: John E. White, Special Police - 6 months Alderman Rubin moved that this appointment be confirmed. Duly seconded and carried. Mayor Ingraham introduced the following names for confirmation at the next meeting of the City Council: James Brooks, Special Police - 6 months renewal Robert A. Jackson, If " 6 " Upon,motion duly.seconded and carried, the Council adjourned at 9:50 o'clock P.M. Edward W. Bell, City Clerk u