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City of
Evanston
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, January 13, 2014
Roll Call: Alderman Fiske Alderman Tendam
Alderman Braithwaite Alderman Grover
Alderman Wynne Alderman Rainey
Alderman Wilson Alderman Burrus
Alderman Holmes
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl
The Regular meeting of the City Council opened at 8:05 P.M. after a Roll Call was
completed.
Mayor Public Announcements
The Mayor stated the Cub Scouts came to City Hall as they do each year, and they set
as the Council members, Mayor and Clerk. One of the questions asked was, "What are
we going to do about guns?" Without any hesitation they decided to ban guns, not only in
Evanston but throughout the entire United States of America.
City Manager Public Announcements
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events was presented by Mr. Tim Rhoze. He stated
the program would begin at noon on Saturday, January 18 at Fleetwood-Jourdain
Community Center, and there will be soup and sandwiches for all in attendance. There
will be a host of performers and guest artists. The first play productions will begin on
June 12th through the end of August.
The City Manager mentioned the fire that occurred December 29th on Davis
Street which was then further explained step by step by Fire Chief Klaiber. The Fire
Chief then showed a short film of the fire itself and the four buildings that were involved.
The exact cause of the fire has not yet been discovered.
Jean Speckman came forward to announce a Benefit at 27 Live for Davis Street
Fire Displaced Workers which will occur this Saturday, January 18, 2014. All of the
displaced workers will be admitted free of charge, while all others will pay a nominal fee
to attend.
Weather Emergency: Update and Review of City Response and Services were
presented by Suzette Robinson, Director of Public Works and James Maiworm, Asst.
Director/Operations/Facilities. The snowfall accumulation was a total of 26.5 inches with
major snow drifting as well. It was also noted by Mr. Paul D'Agostino, Asst. Dir.
PW/Forestry the effects of the subzero temperature on the Sycamore, and London Plain
trees had very deep radial shakes. These trees have been highly compromised and the
60 trees need to be removed. Some of the cracked trees and closed up, but the deep
ones will not be able to heal itself.
Erika Storlie, Asst. City Manager gave an update of the 311 services and the
extended hours that were offered during the past snow emergency in Evanston. She
also mentioned the live chat that is offered through 311.
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Illinois Policy Institute representative Mr. Brain Costan presented a Transparency
Award to the Mayor for the City's Website for receiving a score of 100%. A ten point
transparency project was created to encourage the participation of local governments,
and over 300 governments were included and Evanston was among only 6 in the State
of Illinois who received 100%.
Communications: City Clerk
Clerk Greene announced that there would be hosting a voter's registration this
Thursday with the League of Women Voters, in rooms 2402 and 2404 from 9 A.M. until 5
P.M. If you are 17 years of age and will be 18 at the time of the election you too can
register to vote. He finally announced the Public Act 97-0845 considering the disability
act and the new placard system. A yellow/gray placard owner will not have to pay if
parked on a meter, but the owner of a non yellow/gray placard will have to pay at the
meters.
Citizen Comment
Junad Rizki, 2784 Sheridan spoke of the potential sale of water to Niles, and the lack of
inaccurate presentations of the cost. He stated it is time for the Council to show
responsible fiscal leadership.
Linda Damasluk, 1318 Judson
Non -Agenda items
Kevin Schneider, 2300 Noyes Court #409 came to announced he was downsized by
Dominick's closing he has since been hired by Jewel on Greenbay Road in Wilmette. He
also gave a promo for his new employer.
Bonnie Wilson, came to announce the senior citizen exemptions that must be filled by
February 5th. She offered them to call her office at 847-448-8168 and she will assist them
in filling out the forms, and she is willing to deliver them to the Cook County Assessor's
Office.
Junad Rizki, 2784 Sheridan spoke of the missing vortex restrictors that are placed under
ground and the 40 new ones to be purchased. He asked for clarification of how can the
go missing over time? Did someone take them, and then sold for scrap, or did they grow
legs and just walked away?
Joyce Hill, came to speak of a possible attempt on her son's life, and how it was asked if
a unit could patrol her area. She stated nothing happened that night, but her son Anton
Hill was named as the poster child for the stop and frisk efforts. She also stated she has
not received any returned calls from the Chief of Police.
Linda Damas, 1318 Judson spoke against the Bed and Breakfast proposal, she stated
she has been living next to a Bed & Breakfast for over 10 and they are commercial
ventures and the owners are profiting at the expense of its neighbors. She asked the City
to really consider the allowance of commercial non -living owners.
Items not approved on Consent Aqenda:
(A4.2) Approval of Change Order #1 for the Davis Street Water Main & Sewer
Replacement Proiect (Bid 13-361
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute
Change Order Number 1, in the not -to -exceed amount of $69,592.43, with Bolder
Contractors, Inc. for completing additional construction items for the project. This
will increase the agreement amount from $2,648,200 to $2,717,792.43.
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$58,465.59 is provided from the Water Fund (733086.65515), and $11,126.84
from the Sewer Fund (7420.65515).
For Action
(A7) Report on Vacant Property Fine —1890 Maple Avenue
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file this report.
For Action
(P4) Ordinance 2-0-14. Amendinq Various Portions the Citv Code of Bed &
Breakfast Establishments
The Plan Commission and City staff recommend amending the Zoning
Ordinance to establish Type 1 and Type 2 Bed and Breakfast Establishments. A
Type 1 Bed and Breakfast Establishment would be considered a moderate
impact use that would require special use approval, be limited to no more than
two rentable bedrooms, and require 33% owner -occupancy but not require a
distance from other Bed and Breakfast Establishments. A Type 2 Bed and
Breakfast Establishment would be considered a higher impact use that would
allow for up to five rentable bedrooms. It would require special use approval,
33% owner occupancy and would have a distance requirement between such
establishments.
For Introduction
CONSENT AGENDA
(M1) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council meeting December 9, 2013
For Action
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(A1) City of Evanston Payroll through 12/01/13 $2,623,163.03
City of Evanston Payroll through 12/15/13 $2,690,925.76
City of Evanston Payroll through 12/29/13 $2,675,887.53
(A2) City of Evanston Bills
1/14/14
Credit Card Activity — Period Ending November 30, 2013
For Action
$5,318,551.94
$ 105,302.14
(A3.1) Approval of Sole -Source Contract with EJ Equipment for the Purchase of
CCTV Pipeline Inspection Equipment
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
sole -source contract for the purchase of CCTV pipeline inspection equipment
with EJ Equipment (P.O. Box 665, Manteno, IL) in the amount of $37,061.
Funding is provided by the Sewer Fund, Account 7415.65625, which has
budgeted $37,500 in FY 2014 for this purchase.
For Action
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(A3.2) Approval of Sole -Source Contract with Hvdro International for the Purchase
of Vortex Restrictors
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
sole -source contract for the purchase of Vortex Restrictors with Hydro
International (94 Hutchins Drive, Portland, ME) in the amount of $70,350.
Funding is provided by the Sewer Fund Accounts 7400.65055 and 7400.65080.
For Action
(A3.3) Approval of Solid Waste Aaencv of Northern Cook Countv (SWANCC)
Disposal Fees for FY 2014
Staff recommends approval of the 2014 refuse disposal fees to SWANCC (Solid
Waste Agency of Northern Cook County) in the not to exceed amounts of
$83,300 for capital costs, $1,000,000 for operations and maintenance and
$40,000 in recycling transfer fees. Funding is provided by the Solid Waste Fund
Accounts, 7685.68310 (capital costs), 7685.62405 (operations and maintenance
costs), and 7690.62415 (recycling costs).
For Action
(A4.1) Approval of Chanqe Order #1 for Enqineerinq Services for the Evanston
Water Utilitv 48-inch Diameter Intake Improvements (RFP 12-1131
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute Change
Order No. 1 to an agreement for Engineering Services for the Evanston Water
Utility 48-inch Diameter Intake Improvements project with Carollo Engineers, Inc.
(1200 Shermer Road, Suite 214, Northbrook, IL) in the not -to -exceed amount of
$675, increasing the contract amount from $159,983 to $160,658. This change
order will also extend the contract completion date by 12 months, from March 31,
2014 to March 31, 2015. Funding is provided by the Water Fund, Capital
Improvement Account 733074.62140 which has a FY 2014 budget allocation of
$1,900,000.
For Action
(A5) Approval of Memorandums of Understanding and Amendment No. 1 to the
Agreement with MWH Americas, Inc. for Enqineerinq Service for a Water
Supply Transmission Main Studv
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to: 1) negotiate and
execute Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) for a revised transmission main
study for the potential supply of water from the City of Evanston to: the Village of
Niles, the Village of Morton Grove, the City of Park Ridge and the Village of
Glenview, and 2) negotiate and execute Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with
MWH Americas, Inc. (175 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 1900, Chicago, IL) for a
revised Water Supply Transmission Main Study in the not -to -exceed amount of
$24,600 and extending the completion date to April 16, 2014. Funding is
provided by the Water Fund, Account 7125.62180.
For Action
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(A8) Approval of Proposed Lease Aqreement with Northwest Center Aqainst
Sexual Abuse (NWCASA) for Space at the Morton Civic Center
Staff is requesting City Council approval for the City Manager to negotiate the
lease of office space with Northwest Center Against Sexual Abuse (NWCASA) at
the rate of $11.00 per square foot for a total monthly rent of $250.
For Action
(A9) Resolution 1-R-14a Collective Bargaininq Aqreement with the International
Association of Firefiqhters Local 742
Staff recommends City Council approval of Resolution 1-R-14 to authorize the
City Manager to execute a collective bargaining agreement with the International
Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 742 effective January 1, 2014 through
December 31, 2016.
For Action
(A10) Resolution 5-R-14 "Authorizing the Citv Manager to Neqotiate a Contract
for the Purchase of Real Property Located at 721-723 Howard Street in
Evanston. Illinois"
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 5-R-14 authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate a contract for the purchase of Real Property located at 721-723
Howard Street in Evanston, Illinois. Funding is provided by the Howard Ridge
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District.
For Action
(Al 1) Ordinance 4-0-14. Permittina Issuance of a Class C Liauor License to Eaa
Em on Clarke's Inc., d/b/a Clarke's
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 4-0-14, which increases
the number of authorized Class C liquor licenses to twenty (20), and permit
issuance of a Class C license to Egg Ern on Clarke's Inc., d/b/a Clarke's
("Company"), 720 Clark Street.
For Introduction
(Al2) Ordinance 5-0-14. Decreasina the Number of Class G Liquor Licenses.
Trader Joe's East Inc. d/b/a Trader Joe's #702
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 5-0-14, which decreases
the number of Class G liquor licenses from two (2) to one (1) due to Trader Joe's
East Inc. d/b/a Trader Joe's ("Company") relinquishing its Class G liquor license
for a Class F liquor license.
For Introduction
(A13) Ordinance 6-0-14. Increasina the Number of Class F Liauor Licenses for
Trader Joe's East Inc. d/b/a Trader Joe's #702
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 6-0-14, which increases
the number of Class F liquor licenses from eight (8) to nine (9), and permit
issuance of a Class F license to Trader Joe's East, Inc. d/b/a Trader Joe's #702
("Company"), 1211 Chicago Avenue.
For Introduction
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(A14) Ordinance 7-0-14. Increasina the Number of Class C Liauor Licenses for L3
Evanston LLC, d/b/a Lvfe Kitchen
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 7-0-14, which amends
Evanston City Code of 2012 Subsection 3-4-6-(C), as amended, to increase the
number of authorized Class C liquor licenses from twenty (20) to twenty-one (21),
and permit issuance of a Class C license to L3 Evanston LLC, d/b/a Lyfe Kitchen
("Company"), 1603 Orrington Avenue.
For Introduction
(A15) Ordinance 8-0-14, Increasina the Number of Class C Liauor Licenses for
Horizon Group Manaqement, LLC, d/b/a The Crvstal Residence, 1611
Chicaqo Avenue
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 8-0-14, which amends
Evanston City Code of 2012 Subsection 3-4-6-(C), as amended, to increase the
number of authorized Class C liquor licenses from twenty-one (21) to twenty-two
(22), and permit issuance of a Class C license to Horizon Group Management,
LLC, d/b/a The Crystal Residence ("Company"), formerly called the North Shore
Hotel, 1611 Chicago Avenue
For Introduction
(A16) Ordinance 9-0-14. Increasina the Number of Class C Liquor Licenses for A
Bite of China. Inc., d/b/a Lao Sze Chuan, 1633 Orrinqton Avenue
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 9-0-14, which amends
Evanston City Code of 2012 Subsection 3-4-6-(C), as amended, to increase the
number of authorized Class C liquor licenses from twenty-two (22) to twenty-
three (23), and permit issuance of a Class C license to A Bite of China, Inc., d/b/a
Lao Sze Chuan ("Company"), 1633 Orrington Avenue.
For Introduction
(A17) Ordinance 11-0-14. Increasina the Number of Class C Liquor Licenses for
HKK LCC, d/b/a HKK, 804 Davis Street
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 11-0-14, which amends
Evanston City Code of 2012 Subsection 3-4-6-(C), as amended, to increase the
number of authorized Class C liquor licenses from twenty-three (23) to twenty-
four (24), and permit issuance of a Class C license to HKK LCC, d/b/a HKK
("Company"), 804 Davis Street.
For Introduction
(A18) Ordinance 10-0-14. Enactina a New Subsection 3-4-6-W of the Citv Code,,
"Class W Liquor Licenses
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends approval of Ordinance 10-0-14,
"Amending City Code Section 3-4-6 By Creating the New Class M Liquor
License," permitting licensees to sell beer as part of brew -it -yourself beer -making
classes, parties, events, demonstrations and similar activities.
For Introduction
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(P1) Ordinance 12-0-14, Grantina Special Use for a Tvpe 2 Restaurant, Harold's
Chicken Shack
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend adoption of Ordinance
12-0-14, granting a special use permit for operation of a Type 2 Restaurant,
Harold's Chicken Shack, at 337 Howard Street.
For Introduction
(P2) Ordinance 13-0-14. Grantina Special Use for a Tvpe 2 Restaurant. DMK
Buraer Bar and Fish Bar
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend adoption of Ordinance
13-0-14, granting a special use permit for operation of a Type 2 Restaurant,
DMK Burger Bar and Fish Bar, at 815 Noyes Street.
For Introduction
(P3) Ordinance 14-0-14. Grantina a Special Use for a Retirement Home and
Maior Zonina Relief for a One-Story Addition at 1300 Oak Avenue
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend the adoption of
Ordinance 14-0-14 granting a special use permit for a Retirement Home,
Evanston Nursing Home, at 1300 Oak Avenue, and major zoning relief for a one-
story addition. The requested special use permit will bring a legally -
nonconforming use into compliance and allow for the proposed expanded floor
area.
For Introduction
(P5) Ordinance 123-0-13 Grantina Maior Zonina Relief to Establish Open
Parkins in the Front Yard at 1912 Livinaston Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals and staff recommend approval of Ordinance 123-
0-13 to allow one open parking space in the front yard at 1912 Livingston Street.
This ordinance was introduced at the December 9, 2013 City Council meeting.
For Action
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
(1-11) Approval of Township of Evanston December 2013 Bills
Township of Evanston Supervisor recommends that City Council approve the
Township of Evanston bills, payroll, and medical payments for the month of
December 2013 totaling 1213,515.85.
For Action
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(APP1)For Appointment to:
Board of Ethics
January 13, 2014
APPOINTMENTS
Downtown Performing Arts Center Task Force
Downtown Performing Arts Center Task Force
Downtown Performing Arts Center Task Force
Downtown Performing Arts Center Task Force
Downtown Performing Arts Center Task Force
Downtown Performing Arts Center Task Force
Downtown Performing Arts Center Task Force
Downtown Performing Arts Center Task Force
Downtown Performing Arts Center Task Force
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Rhonda Stuart
Sandra Chavis
James Corirossi
John Engman
Patrick Fitzpatrick
Judy Kemp
Stephen Mullins
Tanya Palmer
Jean Petrick
Penny Rotheiser
Mayor's Education Task Force Karin Norington-Reaves,
CEO, Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval of the Consent Agenda and it was seconded.
With a Roll Call vote the outcome was 9-0, and the Consent Agenda was approved.
Items for discussion:
(A4.2) Approval of Chanae Order #1 for the Davis Street Water Main & Sewer
Replacement Proiect (Bid 13-36)
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute
Change Order Number 1, in the not -to -exceed amount of $69,592.43, with Bolder
Contractors, Inc. for completing additional construction items for the project. This
will increase the agreement amount from $2,648,200 to $2,717,792.43.
$58,465.59 is provided from the Water Fund (733086.65515), and $11,126.84
from the Sewer Fund (7420.65515).
For Action
Alderman Rainey stated this item was held over in committee.
(A6) Approval of Agreement with AT&T for Downtown Evanston WiFi Network
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into
an agreement with AT&T to provide a Wireless Network in sections of the
Downtown using City Infrastructure (light poles) that will provide both a private
and public (free) wireless access at the street level in the areas defined in the
project. All costs associated with the installation and maintenance of the WiFi
network would be the responsibility of AT&T.
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval with amendments and it was seconded,
and with a unanimous Voice Vote the item was approved.
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(A7) Report on Vacant Propertv Fine —1890 Maple Avenue
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file this report.
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval and it was seconded, and with a Roll Call vote
of 9-0 the motion passed.
(P4) Ordinance 2-0-14, Amendinci Various Portions the Citv Code of Bed &
Breakfast Establishments
The Plan Commission and City staff recommends amending the Zoning
Ordinance to establish Type 1 and Type 2 Bed and Breakfast Establishments. A
Type 1 Bed and Breakfast Establishment would be considered a moderate
impact use that would require special use approval, be limited to no more than
two rentable bedrooms, and require 33% owner -occupancy but not require a
distance from other Bed and Breakfast Establishments. A Type 2 Bed and
Breakfast Establishment would be considered a higher impact use that would
allow for up to five rentable bedrooms. It would require special use approval,
33% owner occupancy and would have a distance requirement between such
establishments.
For Introduction
Alderman Wynne motioned for the approval for introduction and it was seconded, the
motion failed with a 7-2 vote against and the motion failed (Aldermen Wynne and Fiske
voted yes).
Call of the Wards
Ward 1, Alderman Fiske she thanked the Police working with the FBI and the bank
robbery of the Chase Bank.
Ward 2, Alderman Braithwaite acknowledged the cooperation of all who assisted in the
reception they gave for the former employees of Dominic's. He also thanked all who were
involved in the 101 workshop.
Ward 3, Alderman Wynne had no report.
Ward 4, Alderman Wilson thanked the Police and Firemen for their job well done in
keeping the community safe.
Ward 5, Alderman Holmes wished all a healthy and prosperous new year, as well as
inviting all to her Thursday ward meeting, and the discussion will be on vacant buildings.
Ward 6, Alderman Tendam announced a 6t" ward meeting Jan 23rd discussion on the
2014 referendum and Rep Laura Fine will be in attendance. He also shared an article
that was featured about
Ward 7, Alderman Grover thanked the residents for celebrating the employees who lost
their jobs at Dominick's closing. She also mentioned the death of Antoinette Tony
Raynen.
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Ward 8, Alderman Rainey she also commented on the service of all the public servants
came together to assist. She also thanked Kelly Cassidy for her help in getting inspectors
to come to Howard Street.
Ward 9, Alderman Burrus announced the coming of Little Beans Cafe to occupy the site
at Oakton and Asbury, she also invited all to the 9th ward meeting on February 12th at the
Levy Center.
The Mayor announced the death of Betty Paden, and she gave her condolences to the
family.
Alderman Wilson motioned for the Council to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss
Litigation, Personnel, and Minutes. The motion was seconded and with a unanimous
Voice Vote the Regular Meeting of the Council ended at 10:02 P.M.
Submitted by,
Hon. Rodney Greene, MMC
City Clerk of Evanston
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