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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LO'RRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, December 8, 2014
Roll Call: Alderman Wilson
Alderman Burrus
Alderman Holmes
Alderman Fiske
Alderman Tendam
Alderman Braithwaite
Alderman Grover
Alderman Wynne
Alderman Rainey
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl
The Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order by the Mayor at 8:25 P.M.
Mayor Public Announcements
The Mayor wished a Happy Holiday to everyone.
City Manager Public Announcements
United Wav Neiahborhood Network Announcement was made by Marsha Mc Mann.
She announced that Evanston has been added to the Neighborhood Community Network
40th Anniversary of Nutcracker on Ice. December 12-14. 2014 was announced by Mr.
Robert Lloyd, Manager Robert Crown Center. He also introduced three of the skaters
who then passed out complimentary tickets to the members on the Dias.
Resources for a Peaceable Citve Evanston 2015 was presented by Joey Rodgers,
and she also presented the Council members a copy of "Resources for a Peaceable City"
booklet. This booklet contained information to direct people to services within and outside
of the City. They also will have copies for the residents that will have a small fee attached
to it.
First Niqht Evanston. December 31. 2014 was presented by City Manager Bobkiewicz,
and he instructed all to visit the website to obtain further information.
Holidav Trash Collections Schedules were made by Mr. James Maiworm, Asst. Dir.
Operations/Facilities. All collections will be two days later than the usual pickup dates. All
are placed on the website for further information.
Communications: City Clerk
The Clerk had no communications.
Public Comment
John Walsh spoke concerning the item P4 Zoning Ordinance
Richard Weiland spoke of his concerns for the Harley -Clarke Mansion. He wanted to
make sure the land around and under the Mansion remains in public hands.
Madelyn DuCree she asked the Council members to stand up for justice for all people.
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 2 of 12
She mentioned the various groups in Evanston are standing up for justice.
Carlis B. Sutton spoke of concerns for West Evanston Plan and he gave 7 points of
concerns I favor of the residents; bike lanes, water increase, traffic flow on Emerson,
affordable housing, purchase of 1823 Church to name a few. He wished Lorraine
Morton a Happy birthday.
Items not approved on Consent Aqenda:
(A5) Approval of Downtown Evanston FY2015 Request for Budqet Contribution
Share
Staff recommends City Council approval of funding for Downtown Evanston as
follows: $323,000 from the Special Service Area # 4 (SSA #4) for downtown
operations and maintenance; $98,000 from the Economic Development Fund for
supplemental marketing and economic development activities; and, $98,670
equally split equally between the Washington National TIF and Economic
Development fund for additional maintenance contract reimbursements.
For Action
(A7) Approval of 2015 First Night Evanston Funding Request
Staff recommends that the City Council consider the request for funding in the
amount of $5,000 by Emily Guthrie of First Night Evanston. Funding is provided
by the Economic Development Fund, Account 225.21.5300.65525.
For Action
(A13) Ordinance 142-0-14. Decreasina the Number of Class C-1 Liquor Licenses
for Here's Winas II — Evanston, LLC dba Buffalo Wild Winqs, 1741 Maple
Avenue
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 142-0-14, which amends Evanston
City Code of 2012 Subsection 3-4-6-(C-1), as amended, to decrease the number
of authorized Class C-1 liquor licenses from seven (7) to six (6). Here's Wings II
— Evanston, LLC dba Buffalo Wild Wings ("Company"), 1741 Maple Avenue, is
closed.
For Introduction
(All4) Ordinance 153-0-14 Authorizing the Citv Manager to Negotiate and Execute
a Commercial Lease with Christopher Casas for lease of Citv-Owned Real
Property Located at 633 Howard
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 153-0-14, authorizing the City
Manager to negotiate and execute a lease with Christopher Casas for lease of
City -owned Real Property located at 633 Howard. Christopher Casas' coffee
operation will operate a coffee roasting operation as well as a dine -in and take
away coffee bar at the location. The City Council will need to approve the
Ordinance by a two-thirds majority vote per City Code Section 1-17-4-1. Tenant
Improvements for this property will be funded from the Howard/Ridge TIF District
(Account #5860.56010, which is the account for monthly rental accruals from
City -owned properties. Suspension of the Rules is requested for introduction and
adoption by City Council on December 8, 2015.
For Introduction & Action
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 3 of 12
(A15) Ordinance 123-0-14 Authorizinq the Citv Manaqer to Neqotiate and Execute
a Lease Agreement for Propertv Located at 745 Howard Street for the
Evanston Police Department's Outpost
Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 123-0-14, authorizing the City
Manager to negotiate and execute a lease agreement for property located at 745
Howard Street for the Evanston Police Department's Outpost". The leasing of
property at 745 Howard Street will relocate the Police Outpost to a new area of
Howard Street and permit leasing of the current Outpost property located at 633
Howard Street. The City Council will need to approve the Ordinance by a two-
thirds majority vote per City Code Section 1-17-4-1. Funding is provided for
improvements and monthly rent from the Howard/Ridge TIF District, (Account
#5860.56010). Suspension of the Rules is requested for introduction and
adoption by City Council on December 8, 2015.
For Introduction & Action
(P4) Ordinance 144-0-14. Zonina Ordinance Text Amendment: Modifications to
Central Street Overlav District (oCSCJ
The Plan Commission and staff recommend City Council adoption of Ordinance
114-0-14 to modify certain portions of Section 6-15-14 Central Street Overlay
District (oCSC). This ordinance was introduced at the November 24, 2014 City
Council meeting.
For Action
(01) Approval of Harlev Clarke Mansion Update and Memorandum of
Understandina for Movina Assistance for the Evanston Arts Center
Staff and the Human Services Committee recommends that the City Council: 1)
receive this report; 2) direct the City Manager to send an amended lease
termination letter to the Evanston Arts Center extending the lease on 2603
Sheridan Road to May 31, 2015; 3) authorize the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with the Evanston Arts Center providing for moving assistance; 4)
direct the City Manager to request written update from Illinois Department of
Natural Resources on its intentions to complete negotiations for sale of mansion
and lease of property and to return to January Human Services Committee with
update.
For Action �
(02) Approval of Human Services Fundina Summit Recommendations
The Human Services Committee and staff recommend implementation of the
following as they relate to Mental Health Board and Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Funding beginning in the 2016 fiscal year: 1) Combine the
two applications into one to create a universal application for both funding types.
2) Hold universal hearings to review applications for funding. 3) Consider
appointing an Alderman to the Mental Health Board. 4) Hold a joint meeting
between the Mental Health Board, the Housing and Community Development Act
Committee and the Human Services Committee in January, 2015 to discuss
priorities for funding.
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 4 of 12
For Action
(03) Approval of Boards. Committees and Commissions Update and
Recommendations
Pursuant to the Rules Committee discussion concerning the City's Boards,
Committees, and Commissions, the Rules Committee and staff recommend that
the City Council: 1) receive the report; 2) designate City Council liaisons to all
boards and commissions that currently do not have the Mayor or member of City
Council as members; 3) approve the "Board and Commission Training and
Communications Plan" and direct the City Manager to implement; 4) direct the
City Manager and Corporation Counsel to conduct a review of existing rules for
Boards and Commissions; and 5) direct the City Manager to return to the Rules
Committee in June, 2015 with an update on the implementation of the Plan and
review of rules.
For Action
CONSENT AGENDA
(M1) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of November 17, 2014
For Action
ADMINISTRATION &PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(Al) City of Evanston Payroll through November 16, 2014 $2,726,063.08
(A2) City of Evanston Bills — December 9, 2014 $19,906,477.33
Credit Card Activity Period Ending October 31, 2014 $ 142,832.15
For Action
(A3.1) Approval of Contract with A. Lamp Concrete Contractors Inc. for the Civic
Center Sustainable Parkinq Lot Reconstruction (Bid 14-601
Staff recommends the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract awarding the Civic Center Sustainable Parking Lot reconstruction
contract to A. Lamp Concrete Contractors Inc. (1900 Wright Blvd., Schaumburg,
IL) in the amount of $1,400,000. Funding is provided by: a Metropolitan Water
Reclamation District (MWRD) Grant of $750,000 and by $650,000 from the
Parking Fund. This item was held in committee on November 24, 2014.
For Action
(A3.2) Approval of Contract with Construction Consulting & Disbursement
Services. Inc. for Minor Improvements at Chandler -Newberger Center (Bid
14-58
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract
for minor improvements to the Chandler -Newberger Center (Chandler) with
Construction Consulting & Disbursement Services, Inc. (CCDS) (5836 Lincoln
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Avenue, Suite #200, Morton Grove, IL) in the amount of $88,842.86. Funding is
provided by the Capital Improvement Fund, Account. 415568.65510. (Bid 14-58)
For Action
(A3.3) Approval of Contract with KLF Enterprises for 2015 Debris & Leaf
Haulinq (Bid 14-63)
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract for debris & leaf hauling with KLF Enterprises (2300 W. 167t" Street,
Markham, IL) in the amount of $126,000. Funding is provided by the Water Fund,
Sewer Fund and General Fund, with a FV 2015 budget allocation in the amount
of $126, 000.
For Action
(A3.4) Approval of Service Agreement with Connellv's Academv for Martial Arts
Instruction at the Levv Center
Staff recommends that the City Manager be authorized to execute a sole source
agreement with Connelly's Academy (9750 Karlov Avenue, Skokie, IL) through
December 2016 for a martial arts program at the Levy Senior Center. All
expenses for the program are covered by participation fees.
For Action
(A3.5) Approval of Sheridan Road/Chicaao Avenue Phase I & Phase II Enaineerinq
Services Contract with Christopher B. Burke Enaineerina. Ltd. (RFQ 14-161
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an
agreement for Phase I & Phase II engineering services for the Sheridan Road
Improvement Project and Sheridan Road/ Chicago Avenue Bike Path in the
amount of $850,676, with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (9575 W.
Higgins Road, Suite 600, Rosemont, IL). Funding is provided by: ITEP Grant of
$331,924; $418,752 from the 2015 Capital Improvement Fund (Account 416445);
and by $100,000 from the Washington National TIF.
For Action
(A4.1) Approval of Chanae Order No. 1 for Sheridan Road Water Main
Improvement Proiect (RFQ 14-16)
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute Change
Order No. 1 for engineering services for water main improvements along
Sheridan Road in the amount of $358,036, with Christopher B. Burke
Engineering, Ltd. (9575 W. Higgins Road, Suite 600, Rosemont, IL). Funding is
provided by the 2015 Capital Improvement Plan Water Fund Project Account.
For Action
(A4.2) Approval of Chanae Order No. 1 for 20114 Manhole Linina (Bid 14-57)
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute Change
Order No. 1 for the 2014 Manhole Lining contract with National Power Rodding
Corporation (2500 W. Arthington Street, Chicago, IL). This change order will
extend the contract duration by 182 days to May 31, 2015. There will be no
change to the original contract amount of $133,600.00.
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 6 of 12
For Action
(A6) Approval of Grant Aareement with Youth Organizations Umbrella (Y.O.U.)
to Provide Subcontract Services for Outreach Proqram
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
grant agreement between the City of Evanston and Youth Organizations
Umbrella (Y.O.U.) (1027 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL) to provide subcontract
services for year two of the Street Outreach Program grant. This agreement,
received from Y.O.U. on November 18, 2014 shall begin September 30, 2014
and remain in effect until September 29, 2015 and shall be renewed annually
upon notification of grant award. The City will receive $38,539 during the grant
period from Y.O.U. for outreach services being provided under this agreement.
For Action
(A8) Approval of 2014 Post Bond Issuance Report
Staff recommends the City Council review and place the 2014 Post Bond
Issuance Report on file.
For Action
(A9) Resolution 111-R-14 Authorizina a Lease Aareement with Latino Resources
for Office Space at the Civic Center
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Resolution 111-R-14 authorizing the
City Manager to negotiate the lease of office space with Latino Resources at the
rate of $250 per month for 12 months for 260 square feet of space on the ground
floor of the Civic Center (Suite G203).
For Action
Staff recommends review and adoption by the City Council of the following
twelve (12) abatement resolutions (Items A10.1 to A10.12). The Resolutions will
abate (decrease) the amount of the 2014 property tax levy needed to retire the
outstanding general obligation debt. Generally, abated debt amounts are funded
through sources other than property taxes such as TIF incremental revenue,
water/sewer receipts, and parking garage revenues. The City's total abatement for
2014 is $8, 970, 382.
(A10.1)Resolution 96-R-14. General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 96-R-14 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2006.
For Action
(A10.2)Resolution 97-R-14, General Obliqation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 97-R-14 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2006B.
For Action
(A10.3)Resolution 98-R-14. General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 98-R-14 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2007.
For Action
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 7 of 12
(A10.4)Resolution 99-R-14. General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 99-R-14 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2008B.
For Action
(A10.5)Resolution 100-R-14. General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 100-R-14 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2008C.
For Action
(A10.6)Resolution 101-R-14. General Obligation
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution
Obligation Bonds, Series 2008D.
For Action
(A10.7)Resolution 102-R-14. General Obligation
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution
Obligation Bonds, Series 2010B.
For Action
(A10.8)Resolution 103-R-14. General Obligation
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution
Obligation Bonds, Series 2011A.
For Action
Debt Property Tax Abatement
101-R-14 abatement for General
Debt Property Tax Abatement
102-R-14 abatement for General
Debt Property Tax Abatement
103-R-14 abatement for General
(A10.9)Resolution 104-R-14. General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 104-R-14 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2012A.
For Action
(A10.10)Resolution 105-R-14. General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 105-R-14 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2013A.
For Action
(A10.11)Resolution 106-R-14, General Obliaation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 106-R-14 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2013B.
For Action
(A10.12)Resolution 107-R-14. General Obliaatiion Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 107-R-14 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2014A.
For Action
(A11) Resolution 94-R-14, Dempster Street Traffic Signal Modernization and
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 8 of 12
Coordination Proiect Phase III Construction and Construction Engineering
Agreements
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 94-R-14 authorizing the City Manager
to sign the Local Agency Agreement for Federal Participation with the Illinois
Department of Transportation (IDOT) to fund the City's share of the construction
costs, and the Construction Engineering Services Agreement for Federal
Participation with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc., (HLR) (380 Shepard
Drive, Elgin IL) in the amount of $118,300.00 for the Dempster Street traffic
signal modernization and coordination project. Funding is provided by the
FY2015 Capital Improvement Fund, Account 415941. A grant of $792,000 was
received for this project from the Federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality
Improvement (CMAQ) program.
For Action
(Al2) Resolution 95-R-14. Sheridan Road/Forest Avenue Signal Modernization
Proiect (Main Street to Dempster Street) (RFQ 10-91)
For Action
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 95-R-14, authorizing the City Manager
to negotiate and execute a construction funding agreement with Illinois
Department of Transportation (IDOT) for Sheridan Road/Forest Avenue signal
modernization project (Main Street to Dempster Street) and to execute a contract
(RFQ 10-91) with Stanley Consultants Ltd., (8501 West Higgins Road, Suite 730,
Chicago, IL), in the not to exceed amount of $95,933 to provide the Phase III
construction engineering services. The City received $475,860 through the North
Shore Council of Mayors for this project. Additional funding is provided by the
FY2015 Capital Improvement Fund, Account 416443.
For Action
(A16) Resolution 113 -R-14 Authorizinq the Citv Manager to Negotiate a Contract
for the Purchase of Real Property Located at 1823 Church Street
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 113-R-14 authorizing the City Manager
to negotiate and execute a contract for the purchase of Real Property located at
1823 Church Street for an amount not to exceed $315,000. Funding is provided
by the Economic Development Fund, Other Charges Account #225.5300.62605.
For Action
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(P1) Resolution 93-R-14 Designatina the Portion of Garrett Place. East of
Sheridan Road to the Cull De Sac. with the Honorary Street Name Siqn.
"Shakespeare Garden Founder's Wav"
The Citizens' Advisory Committee on Public Place Names recommends approval
of Resolution 93-R-14.
For Action
(P2) Resolution 90-R-14 Authorizinq a Memorandum of Understanding with the
Regional Transportation Authoritv (RTA) for a Transit -Oriented
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 9 of 12
Development (TOD) Parkinq Requlations Update
City staff recommends adoption of Resolution 90-R-14 authorizing the City
Manager to negotiate and execute a memorandum of understanding with the
RTA (175 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1650, Chicago IL) to allow the RTA to provide
staff and/or consultant services to examine the parking regulations in Metra and
CTA transit -served areas. There will be no cost incurred by the City for these
services.
For Action
(133) Ordinance 146-0-14, Grantinq a Special Use for Commercial Indoor
Recreation, Barre Code, at 604 Davis Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend City Council adoption of
Ordinance 146-0-14 granting a special use permit for Commercial Indoor
Recreation, Barre Code, at 604 Davis Street. The requested special use permit
will allow a new business within the city that will utilize a currently vacant space
in an existing downtown retail district. The applicant has complied with all zoning
requirements, and meets all of the standards for a special use in the D2
Downtown Retail Core District. This ordinance was introduced at the November
24, 2014 City Council meeting.
For Action
RULES COMMITTEE
(04) Ordinance 151-0-14, Amendinq the Citv Code and Merainq the Evanston
Arts Council and the Public Art Committees
The Rules Committee and staff recommend City Council adoption of Ordinance
151-0-14, which amends the City Code to merge the Evanston Arts Council and
the Public Art Committee into one committee.
For Introduction
(05) Resolution 108-R-14, Ooposina Senate Bill 16
Mayor Tisdahl and the Rules Committee recommend City Council adoption of
Resolution 108-R-14 opposing SB 16. The school boards of Evanston Township
High School District 202 and Evanston/Skokie School District adopted a joint
resolution opposing the bill on November 3.
For Action
APPOINTMENTS
(APP1)For appointment to:
Preservation Commission Elliott Dudnik
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval of the Consent Agenda, seconded by
Alderman Holmes. Roll Call vote was 9-0 and the Consent Agenda was approved.
Items for discussion:
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 10 of 12
(A5) Approval of Downtown Evanston FY2015 Request for Budget Contribution
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Staff recommends City Council approval of funding for Downtown Evanston as
follows: $323,000 from the Special Service Area # 4 (SSA #4) for downtown
operations and maintenance; $98,000 from the Economic Development Fund for
supplemental marketing and economic development activities; and, $98,670
equally split equally between the Washington National TIF and Economic
Development fund for additional maintenance contract reimbursements.
For Action
Aid. Holmes motioned for approval and seconded by Aid. Grover. The vote was 9-0 and
the motion passed.
(A7) Approval of 2015 First Niaht Evanston Fundina Reauest
Staff recommends that the City Council consider the request for funding in the
amount of $5,000 by Emily Guthrie of First Night Evanston. Funding is provided
by the Economic Development Fund, Account 225.21.5300.65525.
For Action
Aid. Holmes motioned for approval and seconded by Aid. Tendam. Vote was 8-1 (Aid.
Burrus voted nay). The motion passed.
(A13) Ordinance 142-0-14, Decreasina the Number of Class C-1 Liquor Licenses
for Here's Wings II — Evanston, LLC dba Buffalo Wild Winas, 1741 Maple
Avenue
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 142-0-14, which amends Evanston
City Code of 2012 Subsection 3-4-6-(C-1), as amended, to decrease the number
of authorized Class C-1 liquor licenses from seven (7) to six (6). Here's Wings II
— Evanston, LLC dba Buffalo Wild Wings ("Company"), 1741 Maple Avenue, is
closed.
For Introduction
Aid. Holmes motioned for approval and seconded by Aid. Tendam. Rules were
Suspended a vote was taken and was 9-0 and the motion passed.
(A14) Ordinance 153-0-14 Authorizing the Citv Manager to Neqotiate and Execute
a Commercial Lease with Christopher Casas for lease of Citv-Owned Real
Propertv Located at 633 Howard
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 153-0-14, authorizing the City
Manager to negotiate and execute a lease with Christopher Casas for lease of
City -owned Real Property located at 633 Howard. Christopher Casas' coffee
operation will operate a coffee roasting operation as well as a dine -in and take
away coffee bar at the location. The City Council will need to approve the
Ordinance by a two-thirds majority vote per City Code Section 1-17-4-1. Tenant
Improvements for this property will be funded from the Howard/Ridge TIF District
(Account #5860.56010, which is the account for monthly rental accruals from
City -owned properties. Suspension of the Rules is requested for introduction and
adoption by City Council on December 8, 2015.
For Introduction & Action
Aid. Holmes motioned for approval and seconded by Aid. Rainey. The vote was 8-1
(Aid. Wilson voted nay), and it passed.
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 11 of 12
(A15) Ordinance 123-0-14 Authorizing the Citv Manager to Negotiate and Execute
a Lease Agreement for Property Located at 745 Howard Street for the
Evanston Police Department's Outpost
Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 123-0-14, authorizing the City
Manager to negotiate and execute a lease agreement for property located at 745
Howard Street for the Evanston Police Department's Outpost". The leasing of
property at 745 Howard Street will relocate the Police Outpost to a new area of
Howard Street and permit leasing of the current Outpost property located at 633
Howard Street. The City Council will need to approve the Ordinance by a two-
thirds majority vote per City Code Section 1-17-4-1. Funding is provided for
improvements and monthly rent from the Howard/Ridge TIF District (Account
#5860.56010). Suspension of the Rules is requested for introduction and
adoption by City Council on December 8, 2015.
For Introduction & Action
Aid. Holmes motioned for approval and seconded by Aid. Grover. The vote was 7-2
(Aid. Wilson and Fiske voted nay), and the motion passed.
(P4) Ordinance 144-0-14. Zonina Ordinance Text Amendment: Modifications to
Central Street Overlav District (oCSCJ
The Plan Commission and staff recommend City Council adoption of Ordinance
114-0-14 to modify certain portions of Section 6-15-14 Central Street Overlay
District (oCSC). This ordinance was introduced at the November 24, 2014 City
Council meeting.
For Action
Aid. Fiske motioned for approval and seconded by Aid. Rainey. The vote was 8-1 (Aid.
Fiske voted nay), and the motion passed.
(01) ADDroval of Harlev Clarke Mansion Update and Memorandum of
Understandina for Movina Assistance for the Evanston Arts Center
Staff and the Human Services Committee recommends that the City Council: 1)
receive this report; 2) direct the City Manager to send an amended lease
termination letter to the Evanston Arts Center extending the lease on 2603
Sheridan Road to May 31, 2015; 3) authorize the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with the Evanston Arts Center providing for moving assistance; 4)
direct the City Manager to request written update from Illinois Department of
Natural Resources on its intentions to complete negotiations for sale of mansion
and lease of property and to return to January Human Services Committee with
update.
For Action
Aid. Burrus motioned for approval and the vote was 9-0 and the motion passed.
(02) Approval of Human Services Fundina Summit Recommendations
The Human Services Committee and staff recommend implementation of the
following as they relate to Mental Health Board and Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Funding beginning in the 2016 fiscal year: 1) Combine the
two applications into one to create a universal application for both funding types.
2) Hold universal hearings to review applications for funding. 3) Consider
City Council Agenda December 8, 2014 Page 12 of 12
appointing an Alderman to the Mental Health Board. 4) Hold a joint meeting
between the Mental Health Board, the Housing and Community Development Act
Committee and the Human Services Committee in January, 2015 to discuss
priorities for funding.
For Action
Ald. Burrus motioned for approval and seconded by Ald. Holmes. The motion passed
with a voice vote.
(03) Approval of Boards, Committees and Commissions Update and
Recommendations
Pursuant to the Rules Committee discussion concerning the City's Boards,
Committees, and Commissions, the Rules Committee and staff recommend that
the City Council: 1) receive the report; 2) designate City Council liaisons to all
boards and commissions that currently do not have the Mayor or member of City
Council as members; 3) approve the "Board and Commission Training and
Communications Plan" and direct the City Manager to implement; 4) direct the
City Manager and Corporation Counsel to conduct a review of existing rules for
Boards and Commissions; and 5) direct the City Manager to return to the Rules
Committee in June, 2015 with an update on the implementation of the Plan and
review of rules.
For Action
Ald. Burrus motioned for approval and seconded for. With a voice vote the motion
passed.
Call of the Wards:
Ward 4, Ald. Wilson had no report.
Ward 5, Ald. Holmes thanked the Council's support for purchase of 1823 Church, and
she invited all to the 5th ward Holiday celebration 7 PM Thursday, December 18th.
Ward 6, Ald. Tendam wanted to welcome his mom to his ward and wished everyone a
safe and Happy Holiday.
Ward 7, Ald. Grover she thanked the Evanston Symphony Orchestra for a wonderful
presentation and the ETHS Acapella singers and other performers.
Ward 8, Ald. Rainey she congratulated Anjana Hansen for her Judgeship.
Ward 9, Ald. Burrus she commented on the Evanston Symphony Orchestra's
performance.
Ward 1, Ald. Fiske she wished everyone a Happy New Year, Hanukah, and Christmas.
Ward 2, Ald. Braithwaite wished Lorraine Morton a Happy birthday, and invited his 2nd
ward residents to his ward meeting to further discuss issues of concern.
Ward 3, Aid. Wynne she looks forward to next year serving with her Council colleques.
Ald. Wilson motioned to convene into Executive Session to discuss Minutes,
Personnel, Litigation, and a Voice Vote was taken after it was seconded by Ald. Grover.
The meeting ended at 9:30 pm.
Submitted by, ,
Hon. Rodney Greene, MMC
City Clerk of Evanston