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City of
Evanston
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, November 17, 2014
7:00 p.m.
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Roll Call: Alderman Braithwaite Alderman Grover
Alderman Wynne Alderman Rainey
Alderman Wilson Alderman Burrus
Alderman Holmes Alderman Fiske
Absent: Alderman Tendam
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl
Mayor Tisdahl called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 7:04 P.M.
Mavor Public Announcements and Proclamations:
Mayor Tisdahl announced that Perennials is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Perennials
first opened its doors in 1989. Perennials specialized in providing customers personalized
services and a variety of products. Perennials also participate in Central street
community days to support local organizations. Mayor Tisdahl proclaims that November
17, 2014 as Perennials day in the City of Evanston to celebrate their 25th anniversary.
The Mayor also announced that Child Care Center of Evanston is celebrating their 70th
anniversary. Child Care Center of Evanston first opened its doors in 1944 and its mission
was to strengthen families by providing high quality and affordable day care. Child Care
Center of Evanston carries out two child care programs from ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
Mayor Tisdhal proclaimed that November is Child Care Center of Evanston month for the
City of Evanston.
Citv Manager Public Announcements:
Suzette Robinson, Director of Public Works, announced that this is the City of Evanston
8th year participating in the Paint Evanston Plows. 8 schools participated and there is a
maximum 10 plows to paint. This year's theme is Imagine Fountain Square.
Honorable Mention
-Lincolnwood Elementary School
-Kingsley Elementary School
-Nichols Middle School
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-Roycemore School
The Winners are.....
Evanston Choice Award
Mayor's Choice Award:
Best Theme:
St. Athanasius
Chute Middle School and Dawes Middle School
St. Athanasius and Haven Middle School
Paul Zalmezak, Senior Economic Development Coordinator announced that November
17-23 is Evanston Entrepreneurship week. Mr. Zalmezak gave a brief summary regarding
the Entrepreneurship events this week. Evanston Edge Startup Showcase hosted by
Rotary International and sponsored by First Bank & Trust will take place on Tuesday,
November 18th. Women's Entrepreneurship Day sponsored by Now We're Cookin' will
take place on Wednesday, November 19th. Tour of Evanston's distillery and breweries
Sponsored by the Evanston Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Evanston will take
place one Thursday, November 20th. Northwestern University is hosting Wild Hacks NU -
Northwestern University's Largest Intercollegiate Hackathon. For a complete list of all
events please visit evanstonentrepreneur.com.
Gina Speckman, Executive Director of North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau,
announce that the Illinois Office of Tourism entered into a partnership with the Big Ten
Conference this fall. Beginning November 22"d, MiniAbe will be making appearances at
various locations throughout the merchant district in Evanston.
Communications: Citv Clerk
Deputy City Clerk Blackman has no communications.
Public Comments
Junad Rizki — Spoke regarding the city budget and expressed his concerns regarding the
budget. Mr. Rizki stated that the budget was a fiscal misrepresentation and that there are
reports from the budget packet that are missing.
Michael Tannen, President of Library Board — Spoke regarding the Library Fund and
various services the Library offers its residents. Mr. Tannen stated some of the Library
plans for their budget such as capital improvements and hiring a liaison between
elementary schools and librarians.
Lauren Barski — Spoke regarding the Penny Park Project and urged the Council to have
the entire community involved with the new park design not just Dewey Elementary and
Cherry Preschool. Ms. Barski also suggests that the Council do not hold any meetings
regarding the design of the park until the beginning of the next year.
Georgina Valle -Starling, Vital Records Clerk for City of Evanston — Spoke regarding the
budget and the elimination of one full time Vital Records employee. Mrs. Starling gave
brief description of the services they provided the City of Evanston and that two full time
positions are needed to run the office efficiently.
Cheryl Henley, Vital Records Clerk for City of Evanston — Spoke regarding the budget
and explained to the Council that the Vital Records office needs two full time workers in
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the office to deal with the daily demands of the office. Mrs. Henley explained the various
services the office provides to the City of Evanston. She urged the Council to take
another look at the budget before voting to eliminating one position.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
(SP1) Snow Awareness Week 2014
The City Manager's Office and Public Works Department have developed plans
for a weeklong Snow Awareness campaign to take place from November 17-21.
For Discussion
Cindy Plante, ICMA Management Fellowship and Jim Maiworm, Assistant
Director of Public Works gave presentation for snow awareness week. Ms.
Plante stated that a bilingual English/Spanish mailer went out to residents and
businesses. The mailer will include information about snow removal operations,
sidewalk shoveling, parking regulations, and more. Mr. Maiworm presented how
the Public Works Department will be preparing for the upcoming winter season.
Mr. Maiworm stated that to prepare for the snow the department has conducted
field inspections and staff reviews existing snow routes maps for any possible
changes. The Public Works Department has a brand new salt dome which holds
4,200 tons of salt whereas the old dome held 3,200. Mr. Maiworm also stated
that the department has new side walk removal equipment and the plan to focus
on proper salt usage and narrow cross sections on the streets.
(SP2) Implementation Plan and Related Issues for Ordinance 66-0-14, Enactinq a
Reaulation on Disposable Plastic Shopping Bags
Staff will provide a presentation and seek input on key elements of the
implementation plan.
For Discussion
Catherine Hurley, Sustainable Programs Coordinator, gave brief update
regarding the implementation on disposable plastic shopping bags. Ms. Hurley
stated that the City of Evanston sent out surveys to local business throughout
Evanston to gather feedback. Ms. Hurley also stated that recycling plastic film will
be available at Jewel-Osco. The ordinance will take effect next year on August 1,
2015.
(SP3) Resolution 87-R-14 Accepting Participation in the Divvv Bike Share
Expansion and Authorizina the Citv Manager to Neqotiate an
Intergovernmental Agreement with Citv of Chicago to Implement the
Proaram
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Resolution 87-R-14 accepting
participation in the Divvy Bike Share Program and authorizing the City Manager
to negotiate an intergovernmental agreement with City of Chicago to implement
the program. Staff also seeks feedback on the proposed sponsorship approach
and process for finalizing the Divvy station locations. A cost match in the amount
of $80,000 to match funding provided by the State of Illinois Department of
Transportation is budgeted for FY 2015 in the Parking Fund Account BU:
505.19.7005.62603.
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Catherine Hurley, Sustainable Programs Coordinator, gave update on
Divvy Bike Share Expansion plan. Partnership: Chicago, Evanston, Oak
Park, 50 Stations in Chicago, 8 Stations in Evanston, and12 Stations in
Oak Park. There will be a public meeting on Divvy bike share expansion,
online survey to rank stations and present findings to City Council in
January 2015.
Alderman Grover motioned to approve and it was seconded by Alderman
Rainey. The motion passed 7-1 and Alderman Wilson voted nay.
(SP4) FY2014 3rd Quarter Budget Report
Staff recommends City Council accept and place the Third Quarter Financial
Report for FY 2014 on file.
For Action: Accept and Place on File
Marting Lyons, Assistant City Attorney and CFO, presented the 3'.d quarter
budget report. Alderman Rainey motioned to approve the report and it was
seconded by Alderman Holmes. The motion passed 8-0.
(SP5) FY2015 Budqet Presentation
Staff recommends that the City Council consider suggested revisions to the
Proposed 2015 Budget. No final action will be taken regarding the FY2015
Proposed Budget. This is a continuation of the Council budget discussion begun
on October 20, 2014. Budget documents are available here:
http://www.citvofevanston.orq/citv-budqet/
For Discussion
City Manager Bobkiewicz updated the Council on the proposed budget that
included changes to General Fund Vital Records, Southwest TIF, and Capital
Fund.
(SP6) For Appointment to:
Environment Board
Ladd Arboretum Committee
Preservation Commission
Preservation Commission
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned
passed 8-0.
Call of the Wards
Marcus Banks
Antonia Stoimenova
Julie Hacker
Timothy Schmitt
for approval and it was seconded. The motion
Alderman Braithwaite - 2"d ward — No report
Alderman Wynne — 3rd ward — No report
Alderman Wilson — 4th ward — No report
Alderman Holmes — 5th ward — Announced
Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center.
Alderman Grover — 7th ward — No report
Alderman Rainey — 8th ward — Hecky Powell
and thanked the Evanston Fire Department.
5th ward meeting at 7 p.m. at the
street naming was amazing event
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Alderman Burrus — 9th Ward — No report
Alderman Fiske — 1st ward — No report
Alderman Wilson motioned to convene into Executive Session to discuss
Personnel, Litigation and Minutes, it was seconded and with a voice vote. The
meeting was adjourned at 9:26 P.M.
Submitted by
Leticia A. Blackman
Deputy City Clerk
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MEETINGS SCHEDULED THROUGH NOVEMBER 2014
Upcoming Aldermanic Committee Meetings
Tues, Nov 18 7:30 pm Housing & Community Dev Act Ctte
Wed, Nov 19 6 pm Transportation/Parking Committee
Wed, Nov 19 6:30 pm M/W/EBE Advisory Committee
Wed, Nov 19 7:30 pm Economic Development Committee
Fri, Nov 21 7 am Housing & Homelessness Commission
Mon, Nov 24 6 pm A&PW, P&D, City Council meetings
Order and aqenda items are subiect to chanqe.
Information is available about Evanston City Council meetings at: www.citvofevanston.ora/citvcouncil.
Questions can be directed to the City Manager's Office at 847-866-2936. The City is committed to
ensuring accessibility for all citizens. If an accommodation is needed to participate in this meeting, please
contact the City Manager's Office 48 hours in advance so that arrangements can be made for the
accommodation if possible.
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