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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES-2013-02-25-2013L j 7:00 p.m Roll Call: Presiding: CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS Monday, February 25, 2013 Presentation of the Honorable Lorraine H. Morton Portrait Alderman Holmes Alderman Tendam Alderman Grover Alderman Rainey Alderman Burrus Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl Alderman Fiske Alderman Braithwaite Alderman Wynne Alderman Wilson Mayor Tisdahl called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 8:36 pm after a Roll Call vote revealed a quorum was present. Mayor Public Announcements The Mayor had no announcements to deliver. City Manager Public Announcements City Manager Bobkiewicz called upon the Health Department Director to come forward to talk about WOW. Evonda Thomas -Smith, Director of Health informed the attendees of the Women Out Walking (WOW) Registration information and the day of the event. The walk will begin on Saturday, March 23rd through June 15th at the Evanston Township High School. She also stated the City staff will be available to offer recommendations for those who call seeking further information. She also announced at the inception of the program there were 500 participants, and last year (2012) 1000 participants. The promotion of Evanston 150 Celebration was presented by Kate Todd, Executive Secretary to the City Manager. She mentioned the sale of mementos of the event which are reusable bags ($5), magnets ($2) and pins (free with purchase of either Item) or $1 separate. These items can be obtained in the City Clerk's Office. There will be consideration of other items at a future date. Mayor Tisdahl wanted to clear up some confusion concerning Mayor Morton's portrait in announcing the portrait was painted and framed by the artist, which he donated to the City at no cost to the City. Communications: City Clerk Clerk Greene announced the campaign season is now in full swing. He asked the Minutes February 25, 2013 candidates not to place their signs on the parkways, and that early voting begins March 25th and continues through April 6th. The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center will be a polling site in room 2200, from 9am — 5pm Monday — Friday, and 9am — 3pm Saturday, 9am — 12 noon Sunday. Citizen Comment The Mayor read a statement concerning the way public speakers should address their concerns to the Council. She then called the names of the first four speakers. These residents spoke on item A7: Dick Peach, 1414 Greenleaf spoke in strong support of the proposal. He felt it would be a great asset to the community and he hoped the Council would approve the proposal. Jamie Evans, 1028 Ashland thank the Council for allowing him to speak. He gave his strong support of for the usage of the property on Howard Street. Inoia Mocsell-McCain, 1028 Ashland spoke in support of the proposal. Debbie Evans, 1028 Ashland stated her previous connection with the Celtic Pub and how she has a passion for food and is hoping for the Council to approve the item on hand. Tom Fogerty, 1419 W. Jarvis Ave, Chicago announced himself as the brewer and brewer manager of Peckish One LLC and he is looking forward to being in Evanston, and he is looking forward to serving some of his great craft brews. Rob Gorcir, came to give his support to the character of Jamie and Debbie and their desire to come to Evanston. Jean Styles, Jarvis stated she is an event planner who is hoping that Howard Street will regain and rebuild in hope that the Council will approve the proposal. Junad Rizki, Sheridan Ave. stated he had nothing against the people involved with the proposal, but he does with the procedure and process which the City does not have in place. He also spoke of the monies that were given away to the Wine & Cheese Bar on Howard. These spoke on item SP1 Kim Fisher, 1146 Elmwood Ave. stated she is the Vice Chair of the Mental Health Services. She thanked the Mayor, City Manager and Mrs. Thomas -Smith for recognizing the proposal. She stated she hoped the Council would consider and approve the proposal that will be presented this evening. Karen Ruetzel, 708 Milburn is part of the mental health care and she would like to see the crisis center to be able to intertwine their efforts in assisting the youth and adults with the issues they face on a daily basis. These spoke on qun safety: Dorothy Zetraitis, 2485 Central stated her concerns with the gun violence and she does not want her grandchildren to become victims of gun violence, by being in the wrong place at the wrong time. She stated there must be a stop and we need to take a stand because it is our responsibility. Marjorie Fugara, 343 Dewey who spoke as a representative of the group "MOM's Demand Action". She is very concerned with the violence that the young children witness, which soon results in obesity and low learning abilities. She is asking the silent majority to speak up for reasonable gun laws. r 1 Minutes February 25, 2013 These spoke on 1st Amendment: etc: Padma Rao, 2246 Sherman stated her comments were approved by her Attorney. She mentioned the February 11th meeting and how she felt the 7th ward Alderman tried to force her into conversation when she wanted to be left alone. When she began to speak of tantrums, the Mayor stated she was out of order. She continued to accuse the Council, the Lawyer and a second Alderman. She raised her voice every time the Mayor mentioned that she was out of order, as she continued to bring up previously discussed issues the Mayor again told her she was out of order and finally turned the microphone off. She continued to talk angrily and loud with the microphone off, and demanded to have the microphone turned back on. Alderman Grover was recognized by the Mayor as she pointed out the time had lapsed and the patience of the Council and the audience of listening to Ms. Rao, and she asked the audience to express their concern. Alderman Rainey motioned for a recess and it was seconded and it received a unanimous voice vote. The Regular Council Meeting reconvened at 9:10 pm. The Mayor called on B.K. Rao to speak and she did not, so Mr. Rizki was asked to speak. When neither citizen spoke, Alderman Rainey asked if any Council member would be willing to suspend the rules and allow citizen comment to be placed at the end of the Council's business and it was seconded. Ms. Rao continued to remain at the podium. When Ms. Dorothy Zetraitis came to speak (a hand held microphone was used since Padma Rao was still at the podium), she asked Ms. Padma Rao if she would allow her to speak for her 3 minutes and then she could continue. Ms. Padma Rao was not willing to cooperate with the proposition that was offered by Ms. Zetraitis. B.K. Rao approached the dais and began a loud conversation with Alderman Holmes demanding the Council not to sit by and allow this discrimination of her and her daughter to continue. B.K. Rao, 2246 Sherman stated the taxpayers have the right to bring grievances to the elected officials. She spoke on the Kendall trees, as well as the mentioning of Holland & Knight and Veolia. The Mayor stated she was out of order. Padma Rao then yelled out "leave her alone leave her alone, she is just stating her opinion". B.K. Rao continued with her statements until she stated "I shall return". Other issues spoken to: Priscilla Giles, 1829 Ashland Ave. spoke concerning the handicap citizens at Fleetwood/Jourdain still not having the turnaround curb that would make it easier to enter the facilities. She was also wondering if the City was going to follow Chicago's lead in removing the parking meters for the new boxes, and if so it will be another challenge for the physically challenge as well as for those who drive. Junad Rizki, spoke of the proposed water sales and he was very doubtful of the deal that Mr. Stoneback and Mr. Bobkiewicz said they would secure from Skokie. He is asking Mr. Bobkiewicz to give the taxpayers the real cost, expenses for all current users of this system before any new contracts are made. 3 Minutes February 25, 2013 SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS (SP1)Approval of Mental Health Services Case Manaqement Aqreement with Presence Behavioral Health The Mental Health Board and staff recommend that the City Council authorize the City Manager to negotiate and sign an agreement with Presence Behavioral Health in the amount of $55,000 to provide 24-hour crisis intervention, case management, outreach, and home visitation for FY2013. The proposal from Presence Behavioral Health fills this gap in services. For Action Director of Health, Mrs. Evonda Thomas -Smith thanked City staff, Mental Health Board, and the members of Presence Behavioral Health. She presented a power -point overview of the importance in addressing the mental problems and issues that are present here in Evanston. Some of the calls that are received are: 1) frequent callers, 2) unique situations, 3) disabled residents, 4) homeless residents, 5) sexual assault, just to name a few. She also quoted some statistics that are_ unique to the Evanston community, as well as some emergency calls. Alderman moved to accept the proposal and it was seconded, and with a 9-0 Roll Call vote the proposal was approved. (SP2)Approval of 2013 Economic Development Work Plan The Economic Development Committee and staff recommend City Council adoption of the 2013 Economic Development Work Plan. For Action The item was moved by Alderman Grover and seconded. With a unanimous voice vote the item was approved. Items not approved on Consent Agenda: (A3.3)Approval of Contract Award to ATR Transmissions (Bid 12-183) Staff recommends City Council approval of a one-year bid award with three, one-year option renewals for transmission repairs from ATR Transmissions (401 Terrace Drive, Mundelein, IL) in the amount of $28,615 annually. Funding is provided by the Major Maintenance account (7710.65060) with a 2013 budget of $30,000 allocated to transmission repairs for sedans, vans and medium-sized trucks. For Action (P2)Approval of Communitv Partners for Affordable Housing HOME Application The Housing and Homelessness Commission and staff recommend the approval of a $277,685 forgivable HOME loan for the acquisition and rehabilitation of a foreclosed 2- unit building for affordable rental housing to Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH). Funding is provided by the HOME fund, which currently has a balance of approximately $1.1 million. For Action 4 Minutes February 25, 2013 CONSENT AGENDA (M1)Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 11, 2013 ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE (Al)City of Evanston Payroll through 2/10/13 $2,660,167.75 (A2)City of Evanston Bills FY2013 2/26/13 $2,303,695.03 (A3.1)Approval of 2013 Contract with G & M Truckinq, Inc. for Granular Materials (Bid 13-05) Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a one-year contract for the purchase of granular materials with G & M Trucking, Inc. (8811 Kathy Lane, Des Plaines, IL) in the amount of $34,747.50. Funding is provided from the Water Fund (7115.65055) and the Sewer Fund (7400.65055). For Action (A3.2)Approval of Contract Renewal with Garda Armored Car Services Staff recommends Council approval of the second optional year of the original two (2) year contract with three (3) optional years with Garda Armored Car Services (2100 W. 21st Street, Broadview, IL) for a not to exceed amount of $75,000 effective December 1, 2012 through November 30, 2013. Funding is provided by the Parking Fund (7005.62431) and General Fund Revenue Division (1910.62431). For Action (A3.4)Approval of Contract Extension with Ozinqa Readv Mix Concrete, Inc. Staff recommends City Council approval of a one year contract extension for the purchase of 350 cubic yards of concrete at a cost of $97 per cubic yard, 200 cubic yards of high early strength concrete at a cost of $118 per cubic yard, and 50 cubic yards of flowable fill at a cost of $86 per cubic yard to Ozinga Ready Mix Concrete, Inc. (2222 South Lumber Street, Chicago, IL) for a total of $64,000. Funding is provided by the General Fund for Street and Alley Maintenance (2670.65055), the Water Fund (7115.65051), and the Sewer Fund (7400.65051). For Action (A3.5)Approval of Fundinq for Evanston 4th of July Association Staff recommends allocating $10,000 to the Evanston 4th of July Association for the celebration in 2013. This one-time contribution is in honor of the sesquicentennial birthday of the City of Evanston and will be used towards a variety of musical acts. Funding is provided by Evanston 150 Grants (1575.62490). For Action (A3.6)Approval of Renewal of Annual Oracle (EnterpriseOne) Maintenance and Support Agreement Staff recommends approval to renew the annual sole source maintenance and support agreement for the term March 1, 2013 through February 28, 2014 with Oracle Corporation (20 Davis Drive, Belmont, CA) for the City's Enterprise One software in the amount of $136,717.32, a decrease of $12,657.40 (8.4%) off the original 2013 renewal 5 Minutes February 25, 2013 price. Funding is provided by the Computer Licensing and Support Account 1932.62340. For Action (A4)Approval of Chanqe Order No. 3 for Evanston Water Utility SCADA Phase III Enqineerinq Services (RFP 08-74) Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $6,250 and grant a time extension of 60 calendar days, to the agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. (125 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL) for the Evanston Water Utility Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System Phase III Engineering Services. Funding is provided by the Water Fund (Account 733078). For Action (A5)Resolution 12-R-13 Authorizinq an Intergovernmental Aqreement with the Chicaqo Metropolitan Aqencv for Planninq for the Citv's Bike Plan Update Staff recommends approval of the Resolution 12-R-13 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) to seek staff and consulting services to update the City's Bike Plan. Funding up to $100,000 is provided by CMAP. For Action (A6)Resolution 13-R-13 Authorizinq Motor Fuel Tax Funds Usaqe for Roadwav Construction and Related Enqineerinq Services The Evanston Department of Public Works recommends City Council approval of Resolution 13-R-13 authorizing the use of Motor Fuel Tax Funds (MFT) in the amount of $1,400,000 for the street resurfacing and $132,727 for design and construction engineering services. Funding is provided by the Motor Fuel Tax Fund (Fund # 200). For Action (A7)Ordinance 9-0-13 Authorizinq Lease of Citv-Owned Property at 623-6271/2 Howard Street to Peckish One. LLC Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 9-0-13, authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a commercial lease with an option to purchase for City -owned real property located at 623-627'/z Howard Street. For Introduction (A8)Ordinance 23-0-13 Amendinq the City Code Relatinq to Parkinq on Harrison Street The Transportation/Parking Committee and staff recommend that the City Council adopt Ordinance 23-0-13 amending Title 10, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, restricting parking on the south side of Harrison from Green Bay Road west to the first north -south alley. For Introduction (A9)Ordinance 24-0-13 Amendinq the Citv Code Relatinq to Parkinq on Harrison Street, Eastwood Avenue and Davis Street The Transportation/Parking Committee and staff recommend that the City Council adopt Ordinance 24-0-13 amending Title 10,_ Motor Vehicles and Traffic, adding Residents 6 Minutes February 2.5, 2013 Parking Only District 6 on Harrison Street and Eastwood Avenue and removing Residents Only Parking District 5 on Davis Street. For Introduction (A10)Ordinance 25-0-13 Amendinq the Class Y Liquor License Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 25-0-13, which if adopted will amend the Class Y liquor license to permit the sale of alcoholic liquor, i.e., spirits, wine, and unrefrigerated beer for off premises consumption. For Introduction (Al1)Ordinance 6-0-13 Amendinq Title 10, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Section 10- 12-2: Violation of the Illinois Vehicle Code Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance 6-0-13 amending Title 10, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Section 10-12-2 providing for the ability to issue City Code violations in accordance with the Illinois Vehicle Code. This ordinance was introduced at the February 11, 2013 City Council meeting. For Action PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (PI)Approval of Sidewalk Cafe for Pret A Manger, 1701 Sherman Ave. Staff recommends consideration of a first-time application for a sidewalk cafe (SWC) permit for Pret A Manger, a Type 2 Restaurant located at 1701 Sherman Ave. For Action (P3)Approval of Housing Options for the Mentally III HOME Application The Housing and Homelessness Commission and staff recommend the approval of a $458,777 forgivable HOME loan for the rehabilitation of 10 rental units to Housing Options for the Mentally III. Funding is provided by the HOME fund, which currently has a balance of approximately $1.1 million. For Action (P4)Ordinance 22-0-13 Grantinq Maior Zoninq Relief to Eliminate Required Off - Street Parkinq at 1615 Oak Avenue City staff recommends the adoption of Ordinance 22-0-13 granting major zoning relief to convert seven required off-street parking spaces into an outdoor seating area and bicycle parking at Smylie Brothers Restaurant & Brewery for a total of zero off-street parking spaces. For Introduction (P5)Ordinance 2-0-13 Amendinq the Text of the Zoninq Ordinance by Enactinq a New Section 6-15-17, "oHR Howard -Ridge Overlav District" City staff recommends consideration of Ordinance 2-0-13 that amends the Zoning Ordinance text to create a new overlay zoning district, which will require certain types of new retail uses such as hair salons, nail salons, beauty shops, and barber shops, to operate only by Special Use in the Howard -Ridge TIF District. The Plan Commission does not recommend approval. For Introduction 7 Minutes February 25, 2013 (P6)Ordinance 3-0-13 Amendina the Zonina Map to Place Certain Properties Within the oHR Howard -Ridge Overlav District City staff recommends consideration of Ordinance 3-0-13 that amends the Zoning Map by placing properties in the Howard Ridge TIF District into the new overlay zoning district which will require certain types of new retail uses such as hair salons, nail salons, beauty shops, and barber shops, to operate only by Special Use in the Howard -Ridge TIF District. The Plan Commission does not recommend approval. For Introduction HUMAN SERVICES (H1)Resolution 5-R-13 Reciardinq Pavment Plan for Water Bills Owed to the City, by Evanston Wilmette Golf Course Association Staff recommends approval of Resolution 5-R-13 regarding the payment of accrued water bills owed to the City by the Evanston Wilmette Golf Course Association for the Frank Govern Memorial Golf Course. For Action APPOINTMENTS (APP1)Appointments to: Human Relation Commission Anne Stein Plan Commission Melanie Johnson Alderman Rainey motioned for approval of the Consent Agenda and it was seconded. The Roll Call vote was 9-0 and the Agenda was approved. Items for discussion: (A3.3)Approval of Contract Award to ATR Transmissions (Bid 12-183) Staff recommends City Council approval of a one-year bid award with three, one-year option renewals for transmission repairs from ATR Transmissions (401 Terrace Drive, Mundelein, IL) in the amount of $28,615 annually. Funding is provided by the Major Maintenance account (7710.65060) with a 2013 budget of $30,000 allocated to transmission repairs for sedans, vans and medium-sized trucks. - For Action Alderman Grover stated this item was rejected in committee. (P2)Approval of Communitv Partners for Affordable Housinq HOME Application The Housing and Homelessness Commission and staff recommend the approval of a $277,685 forgivable HOME loan for the acquisition and rehabilitation of a foreclosed 2- unit building for affordable rental housing to Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH). Funding is provided by the HOME fund, which currently has a balance of approximately $1.1 million. For Action Alderman Fiske stated the item was kept in committee. 0 Minutes February 25, 2013 Call of the Wards Ward 5, Alderman Holmes suggested the Council to attend the play Circle. Ward 6, Alderman Tendam had no report. Ward 7, Alderman Grover stated ETHS Girls Basketball team lost their game tonight. She wished a Happy Birthday to Alderman Tendam, and she mentioned the NU Men's Basketball game on Wednesday. Ward 8, Alderman Rainey she mentioned the coming of Culvers Restaurant and she met Mr. Craig Culver. Ward 9, Alderman Burrus mentioned the Boys & Girls Club award ceremonies on Saturday that she and Alderman Rainey had attended. Ward 1, Alderman Fiske thanked all who attended the Saturday meeting, and the 1st ward meeting will be March 5th from 7:00-9:00 pm. Ward 2, Alderman Braithwaite thanked those who came out on February 21 st ward meeting and his next ward meeting will be March 14th. He made a referral to the Planning Commission a text amendment to the Zoning Board for an inboard recreation facility as a special use in an 12 district. Ward 3, Alderman Wynne mentioned the attendance of several of the Council members at the YOU event and how it was a terrific event. She will be having a Town Hall meeting March 14th at Lincoln School from 7:00 — 8:30 pm. Ward 4, Alderman Wilson had no report. Alderman Wilson motioned to convene into the Executive Session to discuss personnel, minutes, and litigation. The motion was seconded and with a unanimous voice vote the Regular Meeting of the City Council ended at 11:00 pm Submitted by: Hon. Rodney Greene, CMCICity Clerk 1 9