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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, June 10, 2013
Roll Call: Alderman Braithwaite Alderman Grover
Alderman Wynne Alderman Rainey
Alderman Wilson Alderman Burrus
Alderman Holmes Alderman Fiske
Alderman Tendam
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl
Mayor Tisdahl called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 8:59 pm after a
Roll Call provided a quorum.
Mayor Public Announcements and P-oclamations
Mayor Tisdahl had no announcements or proclamations.
City Manager Public Announcements
City Manager Bobkiewicz had no announcements.
Communications: City Clerk
Clerk Greene had no communications.
Citizen Comment:
Speakinq on item SB183 Concealed Gun.
Jerry Specht, 9,342 Lincolnwood Drive requested that Governor Quinn veto HB 183
concerning concealed guns which has defects concerning gun regulations. He
suggested that Evanston should proactively create an ordinance prohibiting the
ownership of assault weapons except for Police and law enforcement officials.
Jacquie Axe, 3030 Isabella St. is representing the Peace and Justice Committee of St.
Luke's Parish who are working to prevent gun violence and they are opposed to the bill
waiting for Governor Quinn's signature, she also gave the clerk a document prepared
for as model for the City Council to consider in preparing an ordinance preventing
assault weapons in Evanston.
Marjorie Fujara, 343 Dewey is representing Moms Demand Action on Guns in America
came to voice her opposition to house bill 183. She demanded that the Council
formulate an ordinance to ban assault weapons in Evanston.
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Eileen Heineman, 1215 Church St (YWCA) she too spoke against the concealed gun
bill. She encourages the Council to give clear direction and information of the signs that
will be needed to place on buildings of businesses and residential homes forbidding
concealed guns on their premises.
Non-Aqenda speakers:
Howard Handler, 450 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, spoke on the ordinance dealing with
the rental ordinance and commended the committee on their efforts to include everyone
fairly.
Junad Rizki, 2234 Sheidan was very distressed with Wally bringing forward items that
do not make any sense, especially the selling of zoning. He finally questioned the faulty
water meters that have not been addressed as of yet.
Tiffany Rice, 1729 Chancellar came to dissimulate information concerning the 1st
Annual Dae Dae World Weekend" to commemorate the life of Dajae Coleman. The
event will take place this Saturday, June 15, 2013 1 pm at the Mason Park. She also
informed the Council and audience the fund raiser events that will be announced all
summer.
Jeanne Lindwall, 625 Library Place came to speak of the Evanston Arts Center. She
encourages the Council to have a conversation with the community before they
continue to proceed with their deal with a prospective client for the building.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS I
(SP1)Update on Status of State Gun Leqislation. #B 183
At the request of Mayor Tisdahl, Corporation Counsel Farrar will provide an update on
the status of Illinois House bill 183, as amended, and 7th Circuit Order entered June 5,
2013.
The Council gave instructions to the law department to pursue the formation of an
attack weapons ordinance.
Items not approved on Consent Aqenda:
(A3.5)Approval of Contract Award to Construction Consultinq & Disbursement
Services, Inc. for the 2013 Ecoloqv Center Greenhouse Addition Proiect,
(Bid 13-16)
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract for the base bid for the 2013 Ecology Center Greenhouse Addition Project with
Construction Consulting & Disbursement Services, Inc. (900 Skokie Boulevard, Suite
100, Northbrook, IL) in the amount of $175,000. Funding is provided by FY2013 Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) (Account No. 415688) in the amount of $115,000 and the
FY2013 CIP Amendment of $71,988 for a total allocation of $186,988. This agenda item
was held at the May 28, 2013 Administration & Public Works Committee meeting.
For Action
(A4)Resolution 36-R-13. Amendment of Grandmother Park Aqreement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 36-R-13 authorizing the City Manager to
amend the agreement with the Grandmother Park Initiative and CorLands to allow for
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the construction of the new Park at 1125 Dewey through the use of local vendors in a
no -bid process. Grandmother Park: Initiative (GPI) has raised the required revenue
needed to complete. A total of $256,971 has been raised for this project including:
$50,000 from the Economic Development Fund per the 2010 resolution; $12,000 from
CDBG funds as approved by the Housing and Community Development Act Committee;
and $194,971 from GPI fund raising efforts.
For Action
(A9)Ordinance 63-0-13, Increasing the Number of Class B Liquor Licenses, Dow
Escondido, LLC, d/b/a Hilton Orrinqton
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 63-0-13, which amends Evanston City Code
Section 3-4-6-(B), to increase the number of authorized Class B liquor licenses to
eighteen (18), to permit issuance to Dow Escondido, LLC, d/b/a Hilton Orrington (1710
Orrington Ave).
For Introduction
(P7)Ordinance 60-0-13, Grantinq a Special Use for a Bed & Breakfast
Establishment at 1622 Forest Avenue
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 60-0-13, granting a special use permit for the
operation of a Bed and Breakfast Establishment at 1622 Forest Avenue. The applicant
has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of the standards of a Special
Use in this District. The Zoning Board of Appeals recommends denial of this request.
The Evanston Preservation Commission recommends approval of the Special Use and
has also approved the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the restoration of
the principal house, the demolition of the existing coach house and construction of the
new coach house.
For Introduction
(A8)Ordinance 62-0-13, Reducinq the Number of Class B Liquor Licenses After
Manaqement Change at The Orrinqton Hotel
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 62-0-13, which amends Evanston City Code
Section 3-4-6-(B), to decrease the number of authorized Class B liquor licenses to
seventeen (17), because of a management change at The Orrington Hotel (1710
Orrington Ave).
For Introduction
(P8)Ordinance 47-0-13, Amendinq the Zoninq Ordinance to Allow Commercial
Indoor Recreation as a Special Use in the 12 District
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 47-0-13, as amended and introduced by City
Council on April 22, 2013. The ordinance as amended retains the term "Commercial' in
the zoning use and definition for "Commercial Indoor Recreation," as currently defined
in Section 6-18-3 of the Zoning Ordinance. At the May 13, 2013 City Council meeting
this agenda item was held for the May 20, 2013 meeting. On May 20, 2013 this
ordinance was continued to the May 28, 2013 meeting. This ordinance was held again
for the June 10, 2013 City Council meeting.
For Action
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(P9)Ordinance 50-0-13, Enactinq a New Title 5, Chapter 9 of the Citv Code to
Require the Licensinq of Vacation Rentals
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 50-0-13, as amended, which would enact a
new Chapter 9 of City Code Title 5, "Housing Regulations." The new Chapter 9 would
require all vacation rental operators to obtain licenses from the City Council after
recommendation from the P&D Committee. The P&D Committee introduced Ordinance
50-0-13 on May 13, 2013 and City Council returned it to committee for additional
deliberation.
For Action
CONSENT AGENDA
(M1) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council meeting May 13, 2013
(M2) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council meeting May 20, 2013
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(Al) City of Evanston Payroll through 5/19/13 $2,658,927.09
(A2) City of Evanston Bills FY2013 6/11/13 $2,735,378.71
Credit Card Activity for period ending April 30, 2013 $126,522.47
(A3.1)Approval of Contract with Alpha Paintworks, Inc. for Fire Hvdrant Paintinq
(Bid 12-127)
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the one-
year contract extension for the Fire Hydrant Painting contract to Alpha Paintworks, Inc.
(6316 N. Cicero Avenue, Chicago, IL) in the amount of $27,625. Funding is provided by
the Water Fund (Account No. 7115.62230).
For Action
(A3.2)Approval of Contract with Schroeder & Schroeder, Inc. for the 2013 50/50
Sidewalk Replacement Proiect (Bid 13-41)
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract for the 2013 50/50 Sidewalk Replacement Project with Schroeder & Schroeder
Inc. (7306 Central Park Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076) in the amount of $157,206. The City
share of project costs is provided by the Capital Improvement Program (Account No.
415864), in the amount of $100,000, with $57,206 provided by private funds.
For Action
(A3.3)Approval of Contract with R.N.O.W. Inc. for the Purchase of a Recvcle Truck
(Bid 13-38)
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the purchase of one (1) 20-yard
recycle truck to R.N.O.W. Inc. (8636R W. National Avenue, West Allis Wisconsin
53327) in the amount of $233,319. Funding is provided by the Equipment Replacement
Fund (Account No. 7780.65550), with a total budget allocation of $2,036,733 in FY2013.
For Action
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(A3.4)Approval of Sinqle Source Contract Award Recommendation to the Larson
Equipment and Furniture Company for the Noyes Theater Seatinq Replacement
Proiect
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract for the Noyes Theater Seating Replacement Project with the Larson Equipment
and Furniture Company (403 South Vermont, Palatine, Illinois 60067) in the amount of
$46,609. Funding is provided by the FY 2013 CIP (Account No. 415668), with a total
budget allocation of $160,000.
For Action
(A5)Resolution 37-R-13, Relatinq to Prevailinq Waqes for Public Works Projects
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 37-R-13, in order to comply with the
provisions of the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/0.01, et seq. (the "Act").
The Act requires that public entities establish prevailing wages in June of every year for
certain laborers, workers, and mechanics. The Act also requires that contractors and
subcontractors pay workers covered under the Act, who are employed on public works
construction projects, a wage no less than the general prevailing rate of wages in the
county where the work is performed.
For Action
(A6)Ordinance 52-0-13, Amendinq the City Code to Establish a Three-Wav Stop at
Lake Shore Blvd and Hamilton Street
The Alderman of the Third Ward recommends the adoption of the proposed Ordinance
52-0-13 by which the City Council would amend Section 10-11-5 (C), Schedule V (C) of
the City Code to establish a Three -Way Stop at Lake Shore Boulevard and Hamilton
Street. Funding is provided by the General Fund budget Account No. 2670.65115,
Traffic Control Supplies, which has $40,000 budgeted for FY 2013.
For Introduction
(A7)Ordinance 55-0-13, Authorizinq the Citv to Borrow Funds from the Illinois
Environmental Protection Aqencv Water Pollution Control Loan Proqram
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 55-0-13 authorizing the City to borrow funds
from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) Water Pollution Control Loan
Program for the construction of the Large Diameter Sewer Rehabilitation on Central
Park Avenue and Main Street / Sheridan Road. This ordinance authorizes the City to
borrow up to $1,894,000. The debt service will be paid from the Sewer Fund.
For Introduction
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
(131)Approval of Sidewalk Cafe for Carmen's
Staff recommends approval of a first-time application for a sidewalk cafe permit for
Carmen's of Evanston, a Type #1 Restaurant (1241 Chicago Ave).
For Action
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(P2)Approval of Sidewalk Cafe for Forever Yoqurt
Staff recommends approval of a first-time application for a sidewalk cafe permit for
Forever Yogurt, a Type #2 Restaurant (1739 Sherman Ave).
For Action
(P3)Approval of Sidewalk Cafe for Starbucks
Staff recommends approval of a first-time application for a sidewalk cafe permit for
Starbucks Coffee, a Type #2 Restaurant (1734 Sherman Ave).
For Action
(P4)Apvrovai of One Year Extension of Approved Planned Development for 1915
1919 Grey Avenue
Staff recommends approval a one year extension of the adopted Planned Development
for the construction of a four unit building by Brinshore Development at 1915-1919 Grey
Avenue. The Planned Development was adopted on June 12, 2011 and was previously
extended for a one year period expiring on June 13, 2013. The applicant now requests
an additional one year extension until June 13, 2014 to secure additional financing for
the four unit development. Brinshore is seeking to leverage additional financing from
non -City sources for the development.
For Action
(P5)Approval of Request for a Two Year Time Extension for the Planned
Development Approved for 318-20 Dempster Street
Staff recommends approval of the two year time extension request by the owner of 318-
20 Dempster for the planned development approved in 2008. The project and planned
development are consistent with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan and the Historic
Preservation Ordinance, each having special emphasis on adaptive reuse.
For Action
(P6)Ordinance 59-0-13, Grantinq a Special Use for a Type 2 Restaurant at 749
Chicaqo Avenue
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 59-0-13, granting a special use permit for a
Type 2 Restaurant (749 Chicago Avenue) called Dollop Coffee Co. & Hoosier Mama Pie
Co. The applicant has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of the
standards of a Special Use in this District. The Zoning Board of Appeals also
recommends adoption of Ordinance 59-0-13 with conditions related to litter control,
hours of operation and employee parking.
For Introduction
(P10)Ordinance 36-0-13, Amendinq the Zoninq Ordinance to Rezone 1715 Church
Street. 1703 Darrow Avenue and 1711 Darrow Avenue from 12 to MXE
The Plan Commission and City staff recommend approval of Ordinance 36-0-13, a map
amendment to rezone the property commonly known as 1715 Church Street & 1703
Darrow Avenue (PIN 10-13-221-019) and 1711 Darrow Avenue (PIN 10-13-221-018)
from the 12 General Industrial District to the MXE Mixed Use Employment District. This
ordinance was introduced at the May 28, 2013 City Council meeting.
For Action
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(P11)Ordinance 37-0-13, Amendinq the Zoninq Ordinance to Rezone 2153, 2143 &
2145 Ashland Avenue, 1515 & 1523 Pavne Street, and 2150 & 2156 Green Bav
Road from C2 to MXE
The Plan Commission and City staff recommend approval of Ordinance 37-0-13, a map
amendment to rezone the properties commonly known as 2153 Ashland Avenue (PIN
10-12-416-006); 2143 & 2145 Ashland Avenue (PIN 10-12-416-008); 1523 Payne Street
(PIN 10-12-416-009); 1515 Payne Street (PIN 10-12-416-010); 2150 Green Bay Road,
(PIN 10-12-416-016 & 10-12-416-017); and 2156 Green Bay Road (PIN 10-12-416-011,
10-12-416-012, 10-12-416-018, 10-12-416-015) from the C2 Commercial District to the
MXE Mixed Use Employment District. This ordinance was introduced at the May 28,
2013 City Council meeting.
For Action
(P12)Ordinance 53-0-13, Grantinq a Special Use for a Resale Establishment at
1104 Davis Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend the adoption of Ordinance 53-
0-13 granting a special use permit for a Resale Establishment for office furniture at
1104 Davis Street called Not Fade Away. The applicant has complied with all zoning
requirements and meets all of the standards of a Special Use in this District. This
ordinance was introduced at the May 28, 2013 City Council meeting.
For Action
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HUMAN SERVICES
(1-111)Approval of Township of Evanston Bills for May 2013
Township of Evanston Supervisor recommends the City Council to approve the
Township of Evanston bills, payroll, and medical payments for the month of May 2013 in
the amount of $198,910.52
For Action
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Note: Staff has received five applications for a total $45,024 in requested grant funding
through the Great Merchant Grants Program. Two additional business associations are
expected to submit applications to be reviewed next month. The approved 2013 Fiscal
Year Budget allocates $147,000 to business district improvements, of which $72,000 is
for the Great Merchant Grants program. A brief cover memo is attached, which
summarizes the program as a reference for the following agenda items 01 — 05.
(01)Approval of a Great Merchants Grant to the Central Street Business
Association (CSBA)
The Economic Development Committee and staff recommend approval of a Great
Merchants Grant of $9,000.00 to the Central Street Business Association (CSBA). This
recommendation is contingent upon the CSBA providing Staff the required additional
estimates for approved work.
For Action
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(02)AoDroval of a Great Merchants Grant to the Chicago -Dempster Merchants
Association
The Economic Development Committee and staff recommend approval of a Great
Merchant Grant of $1,500.00 to the Chicago -Dempster Merchants Association (CDMA).
This recommendation is contingent upon the CDMA providing Staff the required
additional estimates for approved work.
For Action
(03)Approval of a Great Merchants Grant to Dr. Hill Business Association,
The Economic Development Committee and staff recommend approval of a Great
Merchants Grant of $9,000.00 to the Dr. Hill Business Association.
For Action
(04)Approval of a Great Merchants Grant to Main Street Merchants Association
The Economic Development Committee and staff recommend approval of a Great
Merchant Grant of $9,000.00 to the Main Street Merchants Association.
For Action
(05)Approval of a Great Merchants Grant to Evanston West End Business,
Association
The Economic Development Committee and staff recommend approval of a Great
Merchant Grant of $8,685 to the Evanston West End Business Association.
For Action
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING COMMITTEE
(06)Ordinance 51-0-13, Amendinq Title 10, Chapter 8, Section 3. Relatinq to
Wheel Tax for Disabled Veterans and Active Military,
The Transportation/Parking Committee recommends approval of 51-0-13, amending
Title 10, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Chapter 8, Section 3: Schedule of License Fees of
the Evanston City Code. This Ordinance amends (B) Disabled Veterans by deleting the
requirement to have a vehicle awarded in order to be qualified for a discounted rate,
and to add (E) Active Duty Military Personnel: Any active duty service member and who
makes application for a wheel tax license for one motor vehicle owned by the member
shall not be required to pay the usual fee for such wheel tax license.
For Action
RULES COMMITTEE
(07)Approval of Request for Fundinq for First Niqht Evanston
The Rules Committee and staff recommend that the City Council authorize a grant of
$10,000 for the 2013 First Night Evanston as part of the City's celebration of the 150tn
anniversary of its incorporation. Funding is provided by an allocation made in the FY
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2013 City budget to support celebrations associated with the 150t" anniversary
celebration.
For Action
(08)Approval of Closure of Citv Offices — Fridav July 5, 2013
The Rules Committee and staff recommend that the City Council authorize the CitX
Manager to close city offices on Friday July 5, 2013 in recognition of the 150t
anniversary of the City's incorporation and provide one floating holiday to employees
who must work that day.
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval of the Consent Agenda and it was seconded.
With A Roll Call vote of 9-0 the Consent Agenda was approved.
Items for discussion:
(A3.5)APDroval of Contract Award to Construction Consultinq & Disbursement,
Services, Inc. for the 2013 Ecoloqv Center Greenhouse Addition Proiect.
(Bid 13-16)
Staff recommends that, the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract for the base bid for the 2013 Ecology Center Greenhouse Addition Project with
Construction Consulting & Disbursement Services, Inc. (900 Skokie Boulevard, Suite
100, Northbrook, IL) in the amount of $175,000. Funding is provided by FY2013 Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) (Account No. 415688) in the amount of $115,000 and the
FY2013 CIP Amendment of $71,988 for a total allocation of $186,988. This agenda item
was held at the May 28, 2013 Administration & Public Works Committee meeting.
For Action
Alderman Rainey stated this item was held in committee.
(A4)Resolution 36-R-13, Amendment of Grandmother Park Aqreement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 36-R-13 authorizing the City Manager to
amend the agreement with the Grandmother Park Initiative and CorLands to allow for
the construction of the new Park at 1125 Dewey through the use of local vendors in a
no -bid process. Grandmother Park: Initiative (GPI) has raised the required revenue
needed to complete. A total of $256,971 has been raised for this project including:
$50,000 from the Economic Development Fund per the 2010 resolution; $12,000 from
CDBG funds as approved by the Housing and Community Development Act Committee;
and $194,971 from GPI fund raising efforts.
For Action
Alderman Rainey stated this item was held in committee until the next meeting.
(A8)Ordinance 62-0-13, Reducinq the Number of Class B Liquor Licenses After
Manaqement Chanqe at The Orrinqton Hotel
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 62-0-13, which amends Evanston City Code
Section 3-4-6-(B), to decrease the number of authorized Class B liquor licenses to
seventeen (17), because of a management change at The Orrington Hotel (1710
Orrington Ave).
For Introduction
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Alderman Rainey motioned for suspension of the rules during the Consent Agenda
reading. The Ordinance was moved and seconded for action and the Roll Call vote was
9-0.
(A9)Ordinance 63-0-13, Increasinq the Number of Class B Liquor Licenses. Dow
Escondido, LLC, d/b/a Hilton Orrinqton
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 63-0-13, which amends Evanston City Code
Section 3-4-6-(B), to increase the number of authorized Class B liquor licenses to
eighteen (18), to permit issuance to Dow Escondido, LLC, d/b/a Hilton Orrington (1710
Orrington Ave).
For Introduction
Alderman Rainey motioned for suspension of the rules during the Consent Agenda
reading. The Ordinance was moved and seconded for action and the Roll Call vote was
9-0.
(P7)Ordinance 60-0-13, Grantinq a Special Use for a Bed & Breakfast
Establishment at 1622 Forest Avenue
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 60-0-13, granting a special use permit for the
operation of a Bed and Breakfast Establishment at 1622 Forest Avenue. The applicant
has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of the standards of a Special
Use in this District. The Zoning Board of Appeals recommends denial of this request.
The Evanston Preservation Commission recommends approval of the Special Use and
has also approved the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the restoration of
the principal house, the demolition of the existing coach house and construction of the
new coach house.
For Introduction
Alderman Wynne motioned for introduction and it was seconded, and with a Roll Call
vote of 7-2 it was approved (Aldermen Wynne and Fiske voted nay).
(P8)Ordinance 47-0-13, Amendinq the Zoninq Ordinance to Allow Commercial
Indoor Recreation as a Special Use in the 12 District
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 47-0-13, as amended and introduced by City
Council on April 22, 2013. The ordinance as amended retains the term "Commercial" in
the zoning use and definition for "Commercial Indoor Recreation," as currently defined
in Section 6-18-3 of the Zoning Ordinance. At the May 13, 2013 City Council meeting
this agenda item was held for the May 20, 2013 meeting. On May 20, 2013 this
ordinance was continued to the May 28, 2013 meeting. This ordinance was held again
for the June 10, 2013 City Council meeting.
For Action
Alderman Wynne motioned for approval with amendments and it was seconded and
passed with a 9-0 Roll Call vote.
(P9)Ordinance 50-0-13, Enactinq a New Title 5, Chapter 9 of the Citv Code to
Require the Licensinq of Vacation Rentals
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 50-0-13, as amended, which would enact a
new Chapter 9 of City Code Title 5, "Housing Regulations." The new Chapter 9 would
require all vacation rental operators to obtain licenses from the City Council after
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recommendation from the P&D Committee. The P&D Committee introduced Ordinance
50-0-13 on May 13, 2013 and City Council returned it to committee for additional
deliberation.
For Action
Alderman Wynne motioned for approval with amendments and it was seconded and
passed with a 7-2 Roll Call vote. Then with a motion to approve the original a Roll Call
vote was 5-4 and the motion passed. Aldermen Wilson, Holmes, Tendam, and Burrus
voted nay.
Call of the Wards:
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 had no report.
Ward 6, Tendam had no report.
Ward 7, Alderman Grover announced the Northwestern Associated Student
Government passed a resolution calling for meaningful regulation of unmanned aerial
assistance which goes along with the City's goal.
Ward 8 Alderman Rainey had no report.
Ward 9, Alderman Burrus announced on June 25th the Original Park District will begin a
five week basketball league for ages 11-14. The Ridgeville Farmers Market is on
Wednesday 3:30 — 7:00 pm, the 9th ward meeting will be on July 10th at the Levy
Center.
Ward 1, Alderman Fiske read a letter from a first ward resident to Dr. Shappiro
complaining about various issues from Northwestern Students, and it also stated selling
their home and moving out of Evanston, as well as resigning from a position of an
Adjunct Professor. When asked for tl e letter Alderman Fiske refused to give it to the
Clerk sense it was now public record due to her reading it during Council Session. She
gave the reason of her refusal as to promising the resident that she would not give it to
anyone, and that she only read excerpts and not the entire letter.
Alderman Wilson motioned to convere into Executive Session to discuss Personnel and
Litigation the Regular Meeting of the City Council ended at 10:10 pm.
Submitted by,
Hon. Rodney Greene, CMC/City Clerk
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