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Evanston
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, July 15, 2013
Roll Call: Alderman Tendam Alderman Braithwaite
Alderman Grover Alderman Wynne
Alderman Rainey Alderman Wilson
Alderman Burrus Alderman Holmes
Alderman Fiske
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl
Mayor Tisdahl called the Regular Meeting of the Council to order at 7:07 pm.
Mayor Public Announcements
Mayor Tisdahl gave recognition to Life Guards David Altman, Jack Killheffer, and Tudor
Byas and presented them with certificates for their heroic saving of a man's life, whose
boat capsized in Lake Michigan. The Life Guards were then given the opportunity to
speak and thanked all for the recognition.
2013 Preservation and Design Awards were presented to the recipients by Mr. Garry
Shumaker, Chairman of the Preservation Commission.
Award for Sensitive Alteration/Adaptive Reuse
629 Colfax
Award for Sensitive Alteration/Rehabilitation
2829 Sheridan Place
Award for Proper Rehabilitation/Alteration
2648 Lawndale Avenue
Award for Proper Rehabilitation/Restoration
1814 Wesley Avenue
Award for Adaptive Reuse
1200 Davis Street (Roycemore School
Award for Sensitive Addition/Alteration
1041 Judson Avenue
Award for Sensitive Alteration
1014 Michigan Avenue
Award for Sensitive Addition/Alteration
618 Emerson Street (Delta Gamma Sorority House
Award for Proper Rehabilitation/Restoration
630 Dartmouth Place
Also, for the first time a new category has been introduced for Life Achievement/
Preservationist of the Year. Award for Life Achievement/Preservationist of the Year
Anne O. Earle and Mary B. McWilliams — Ms. Earle and Ms. McWilliams are both being
recognized with the Life Achievement/Preservationist of the Year
City Manager Public Announcements
Citizens Greener Evanston Wind Energy Update was presented by Jeff Smith. He
referenced the Lake Michigan Wind Energy Act (HB2753) that Representative Robyn
Gabel introduced in Springfield. He finalized his report by seeking encouragement and
support from the City.
Communications: City Clerk
The Clerk announced that FEMA along with SBA (Small Business Association) have
joined to assist home repairs that resulted from the storms and flooding. To be eligible
the damage had to occur during the month of April 16 thru May 5, 2013. You only have
until July 24, 2013 to apply.
Citizen Comments
Citizens speaking on SP1
Ken Deans, 2513 Prospect asked the questions why now and is there a recent crime
problem in Evanston with these type of weapons. He stated this is a solution looking for
a problem.
Joey Rodger, 1730 Hinman was speaking as the Executive Director of Peaceable
Cities Evanston and on behalf of the Board of Directors. She stated her intentions were
to urge the passage of the assault weapons ban will not ebb all the violence in
Evanston, but it is one step one you can take tonight.
Father Robert Oldershaw, 2244 Sherman thanked the Council for the work on the
assault weapons ban and he urged the Council to do it tonight for the young people who
have lost their lives to gun violence, do it tonight for the common good of the people of
Evanston.
Ralph Zarumba, 736 Central stated his non-support of allowing assault weapons in
Evanston and physiological testing should be enforced if they are allowed.
Eileen Soderstrom, 2204 W Greenleaf, Chicago is in support of the gun ban and she
stated there has been an assault weapons ban from 1994-2004. She also quoted some
statistics concerning gun violence
Chad Gailey, 1019 Sherman Ave. he honored the thoughtful bill, but it is a bandage on
the problem that exist here.
Marjorie Fujara, 343 Dewey had a concern of the exception given to gun collectors.
Elloria Chiocca, 736 Central was in favor of the gun ban and the emotional trauma that
the children experience due to the gun violence.
Denyse Stoneback, PO Box 1672 stated an armed America is not a safer America as
she supports the gun ban.
Dr. Michael James, 326 Callen spoke of the wonderful sight of children were playing,
but was disturbed when he was reminded of the gun violence, and a solution must be
arrived from both sides of the issue.
Karl Kurman, 343 Dewey a former army officer urging the passing of the gun ban and
take the first step to prevent these look -alike combat weapons.
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Jeff Smith, stated a family member was a victim of gun violence, he supports the
Council to do the right thing. but the bill does not support accurate facts to ban these
guns.
Lee Goodman, Northbrook recited a poem speaking of a town, world, or country being
free and living peacefully. Make this town what we want it to be.
Carolyn Murray, 1930 Gray came to protest the verdict of George Zimmerman along
with a group of young residents who wanted to express their outrage to gun violence.
John Chrusciel 716 Brummel said the revision of the new ordinance was excellent,
and he supports the ordinance.
Virginia Schulbert, 2523 Asbury stated there is no need for any weapons in a home,
and semi -automatic rifles have no place even for the hunters.
Mike Weisman, 2N125 Virginia is not an Evanston resident, but the 2"d Vice President
of Illinois State Rifle Association who spoke on behalf of the gun owners in Evanston.
He alluded that the Village Attorney came with a second bad ordinance.
Carla Willis, 1333 Maple Ave. she thanked the Council in advance for hopefully
passing the ordinance and that the residents of Evanston support the ban and will not
be intimidated by the gun lobby.
Todd Kennedy, 830 Reba Place stated he is a libertarian and against the ban, and he
wanted to know who to contact for answers to questions. Mayor Tisdahl said to send
them to her and she will direct them to the right person.
Kristen Schelbert, 2523 Asbury Ave. stated the right to bear arms should require the
licensing and registration just as with having a driving license.
The followina persons spoke on the Harlev/Clark issue:
Junad RizkiL2284 Sheridan stated the City has had numerous meetings to sell Light
House Beach Park and has distorted the facts. The City is trying to sell 2.5 acres of
land, and he also commented on Alderman Grover as smiling during his comments.
Mary Rosinski, 1729 Chancellor stated the negotiations for the sale of this property
should stop immediately, and if you go through with it shows how out of touch you are
with your constituents. She said we need money, but something's money can't buy.
Camille Blachwicz, 806 Colfax stated the Lake Front Plan stated the uniqueness of
Evanston's Lake Front is what draws and keep people, and it should not be used for
privatization.
Chad Galey, 1019 Sherman Ave. stated he hope the Council will preserve the park
acres and not sale to private entities.
Anita Gewurz, 713 Ingleside Place stated her concern of the plans to build this
expansion, and will the residents be prevented from going on the beach. She then
urged Alderman Tendam to recuse himself from the voting since he was the recipient of
a gift from Mr. Pritzker.
Lou Harms, 2115 Livingston called himself as an 87 year old geezer who has lived in
Evanston all his life and enjoyed the various beaches, and to have it evaporate will be a
travesty.
Tiffany Houston, Alanna Williams, Jerome Smith, and Clara Baker, along with a
group of youngsters came forward to protest the George Zimmerman verdict as well the
gun violence. They chanted no justice, no peace, I am Trayvon Martin.
Linda ,1318 Judson stated she has spoken to many residents all over Evanston and
she urged the stoppage of the sale of the Harley Clark Mansion.
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SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
(SP1)Ordinance 76-0-13 Assault Weapon Ban
Staff submits for consideration Ordinance 76-0-13, with revisions, following the
extensive comments received from Council and residents at the July 8, 2013 meeting,
and responsive to further comments received since the meeting.
For Action
Alderman Rainey commented staff should not be presenting ordinances or resolutions,
This is a function of the interested Aldermen to present. Alderman Rainey motioned for
approval and it was seconded. A Roll Call vote was done and with a 9-0 response the
motion was approve.
(SP2)Discussion of Snow Emeraencv Parkina Requlation Fee Increase
Staff recommends City Council consider an increase of fines for snow related parking
emergencies. Staff will give a PowerPoint presentation for discussion.
For Discussion
There was a unanimous voice vote and the item was approved for introduction.
(SP3)Resolution 42-R-13 Arrington Foundation Laqoon Gift Agreement
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an
Agreement with the Arrington Foundation to accept a donation in the amount of
$500,000 for the renovation of the lagoon in Dawes Park.
For Action
Alderman Wynne motioned for approval and it was_ seconded and approved with a
unanimous voice vote.
(SP4)Comorehensive Non -Union Compensation Studv
Staff recommends acceptance of the recommendations of Evergreen Solutions, LLC,
the company which conducted a comprehensive compensation study for all non -union
positions within the City of Evanston. City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz intends to
implement Phases 1, 2, and 3 in 2013 at an estimated annual cost of $59,307. The
recommended changes will not exceed the current budget allocation for wages.
Accept and Place on File
Accepted to place on file by a unanimous voice vote.
(SP5)Hotel-Motel Tax Ordinance and Collection
Staff recommends City Council receive a report regarding the City's Hotel -Motel Tax,
and provide direction if necessary.
For Discussion
Reference for Ordinance to include all licenses for acceptance, and it was accepted by
a unanimous voice vote.
(SP6)Approval of Contract with Duncan Solutions for the Parking Meters and
Multi -Space Pav Stations (RFP 12-147)
Staff recommends approval of a unit price contract for the purchase and installation of
parking meters and multi -space pay station technology with Duncan Solutions (633 W.
Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1600 Milwaukee, WI). The recommended configuration results
in an estimated cost of $1,094,260. Funding for the project will be provided by the
Parking Fund capital improvement account (701515.65515).
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For Action
Alderman Wynne moved for approval and it was seconded. A Roll Call vote resulted in
a 9-0 vote for approval.
(SP7) Approval of Contract Extension with Professional Account Manaqement,
LLC for the Citv's Parkinq Ticket Manaqement and Pavment Processinq
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into a
contract extension with Professional Account Management, LLC (a division of Duncan
Solutions, Inc.) (633 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1600, Milwaukee, WI) for the
outsourced portion of the City's parking ticket management and payment processing
functions. Funding is provided by 2013 Administrative Services Account 1910.62449
with a budget of $415,600.
For Action
Alderman Wynne moved for approval and it was seconded. A Roll Call vote resulted in
a 9-0 vote for approval.
Call of the Wards:
Ward 6, Alderman Tendam had no report.
Ward 7, Alderman Grover had no report
Ward 8, Alderman Rainey had no report
Ward 9, Alderman Burrus had no report
Ward 1, Alderman Fiske had no report
Ward 2, Alderman Braithwaite had no report
Ward 3, Alderman Wynne had no report
Ward 4, Alderman Wilson had no report
Ward 5, Alderman Holmes announced her 5th ward meeting this Thursday.
The Mayor asked for a motion to adjourn, it was so moved and seconded and with a
unanimous voice vote the Regular Meeting of the City Council ended at 10:10 pm.
Submitted,
Hon. Rodney Greene, CIVIC
City Clerk of Evanston
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