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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, January 9, 2012
Roll Call: Alderman Burrus Alderman Wilson
Alderman Fiske Alderman Holmes
Alderman Braithwaite Alderman Tendam
Alderman Wynne Alderman Grover
Absent: Alderman Rainey
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl
The regular meeting of the City Council was declared open by the Mayor at 8:10 p.m.
Mayor Public Announcements and Proclamations
Mayor Tisdah[ declared January 9, 2012 as NorthShore University Health System Day in
the City of Evanston in recognition and thanks for their -Donation to Evanston Farmers'
Market for LINK Card Program and healthy foods for the Evanston link card holders. Mr.
Mark Schroder and others who were present came forward to receive the framed
Proclamation.
City Manager Public Announcements
Mr. Bobkiewicz asked Mr. Jim Maiworm, Superintendent of Streets and Sanitation to
report on the trash collection for the Martin Luther King Day of Observance. He stated
there would not be any trash collection on Monday, January 16, 2012 and that trash will
be collected one day latter, and now through January 23, 2012 crews will be picking up
holiday trees.
Mr. Bobkiewicz also announced the King Celebrations which will be held at Fleetwood-
Jourdain Center this Saturday, January 14, 2012 at noon with music and dance
speakers, including Alderman Holmes, Pastor Cherry and former Mayor Lorraine H.
Morton.
Communications: City Clerk
Mr. Greene stated he had two announcements to make the first was the letter from Cook
County Clerk, David On which stated the completion of the redistricting of the boundaries
in Evanston. The following changes were announced:
Ward Lost Precincts
1 2
2 1
3 2
4 3
5 1
6 2
January 9, 2012
7 1
8 2
9 0
He also stated he has no vote where it concerns matters of the Council and has to abide
by the necessary needs of the Council. Phone callers were asking how to get the
referendum from the March 20th ballot. He presented two ways: (1) Vote Yes or NO, or
(2) Submit a letter asking for the referendum to be stricken from the ballot to be sent to
Cook County Clerk's Office, as revealed by Ms. Colleen Gleason of the Clerk's Office.
Citizen Comment
Junad Rizki, addressed the City's intent to increase the debt limit. He stated the over
spending is a misrepresentation of the City's practices. He alluded that the budgetary
problems that have been stated to be solved is not true and it is just a shell game all
around.
Kevin O'Connor, 1227 Y2 Isabella spoke of his concerns for item A4 and the raising of
the City's tax -supported general obligation debt limit. The EAV ratio is irrelevant because
it is a relative number and has no paper value. He declared that the City of Evanston is
beyond bankrupt because of these financial numbers and suggest the City to file for
bankruptcy very soon.
Jeff Hill, World Market Maple Street spoke of his concerns for item A10. He stated they
do not refrigerate any of their alcoholic beverages and are very conscientious of sales for
immediate consumption and the building of your own six-pack.
Mary Baker, 139 Ridge Ave. spoke of her concerns for the dissolution of the Township.
She stated her follow-up efforts on the Resolution and said she never knew anything
about the issue. She stated the procedure was not done in the proper form and if you
don't isn't that breaking the law.
Betty Ester, 2031 Church Street stated there were no community meetings concerning
the Township. She stated there is no training or expertise for anyone attempting to
perform the duties of the Township officials and why should we vote yes to get rid of
them, when they have always have a balanced budget.
Bonnie Wilson, Township Assessor stated her concern of the memo submitted to the
Council that neither she nor Patricia Vance received concerning the discussions of the
Township and the addition to the agenda tonight. She wanted to be included with all
discussions as well as including Ms. Vance so they can present their input as to what
they provide for the residents.
Non-Aqenda items:
Padma Rao, 2246 Sherman stated her concerns for the vote to kill over a two dozen
trees and the proposed alley for the Kendall project. She also referred to the muting of
her microphone statements of the previous meeting of the Council. She asked that the
Council protect the trees at Kendall and if not she will see them next time.
B.K. Rao, 2246 Sherman stated her concerns of the Kendall property proposal and the
lack of the Council to act properly on her and her daughter's concerns, as well as the
attacks on her daughter from some members of the Council. She suggested since this is
a new year the Council should think clearly and act correctly, and there will be a
reckoning at the poles.
January 9, 2012
Priscilla Giles, 1829 Ashland Ave. announced the death of one of the active persons to
get the turn -about restored at Fleetwood-Jourdain is now one voice less, and the removal
of the turn -about makes it difficult for those with canes, wheelchairs, and disabilities to
get into the building. She stated it appears that Evanston has forgotten the poor, elderly,
disabled and the low-income and the dissolution of the Township will add to the
unemployment in Evanston.
Special Orders of Business: Salt Dome Discussion & Outreach for March 20, 2012
Ballot Initiatives was introduced by the City Manager, Mr. Bobkiewicz as he stated that
staff is suggesting two community meetings to discuss strategies concerning the
dissolution of the Township to educate the community: the proposed meeting dates are:
• January 30th Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center (7:00 p.m.)
• February 23rd at Robert Crown Community Center from 7:00-8:00 p.m.
• March 8th at Fleetwood-Jourdain same time (7:00-8:00 p.m.)
Items not approved on the Consent Aqenda:
(A4)Resolution 1-R-12, Amendina the Citv of Evanston Budaet Policv
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 1-R-12 amending the City's Budget Policy.
The proposed resolution would increase the City's tax -supported general obligation
(GO) debt limit from $90,000,000 to $120,000,000. The tax -supported debt to
Equalized Assessed Value (EAV) ratio in 2004-05 was 5.21 %, compared to the
proposed new debt limit ratio of 3.63% using the 2010-11 EAV.
For Action
(A5)Ordinance 113-0-11. Amendina Portions of Title 10. Chapter 11. "Traffic
Schedules." Relatina to Speed Limits on Oakton Street
The 9th ward Alderman has requested the proposed ordinance 113-0-11 by which the
City Council would amend Section 10-11-2, Schedule 2 to establish a 20 mph speed
limit on Oakton Street between Dodge Avenue and Ridge Avenue. This Ordinance was
held in Committee on December 12, 2011.
For Introduction
(A10)Ordinance 9-0-12, Amendina Liauor License Classes H, N & 0, Clarifvinq the
Prohibition on Sellina Sinale Containers of Beer Less than 40 Ounces in Volume
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 9-0-12,
which prohibits licensees from bundling, taping, packaging together, or otherwise
manipulating single containers of beer for resale as a set.
For Introduction
CONSENT AGENDA
(M1) Approval of Revised Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of November
28, 2011
(M2) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of December 12, 2011
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ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(A1)City of Evanston Payroll through 12/04/11 $2,488,703.24
City of Evanston Payroll through 12/18/11 $2,483,492.13
(A2)City of Evanston Bills FY2011 through 1/10/12 $6,779,309.55
City of Evanston Bills FY2012 through 1/10/12 $ 42,948.59
Credit Card Activity — Period End November 30, 2011 $ 88,663.55
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(A3.1)Approval of Renewal of Buildina Automation Service Aareement with
Schneider Electric for 2012
Staff recommends approval of the service agreement with Schneider Electric, formerly
ITG Solutions, (17475 Palmer Blvd, Homewood, IL) in the amount of $23,184 for FY
2012 to cover hardware, software and service visits at eight City facilities. Funding
provided by the Facilities Management account 3806.62225.
For Action
(A3.2)Approval of Amendment 3 to the Aareement with Twin Eaale Resources
Manaqement, LLC for the Purchase of Natural Gas for 16 City Owned Buildinas
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to negotiate and
execute Amendment 3 to the Agreement with Twin Eagle Resource Management, LLC
(5120 Woodway, Suite 10010, Houston, TX) for the purchase of natural gas for 16 City
owned buildings. The amended term of the agreement shall be effective September 1,
2013 through August 31, 2014.
For Action
(A6)Ordinance 2-0-12. Authorizinq the Sale of Evanston Police Department K9
Proqram Doq
Recommend adoption of Ordinance 2-0-12 to authorize the sale of a K-9 Program dog
with the Evanston Police Department to Officer Schienbein. Chief Eddington
recommends that the ordinance be introduced and adopted on January 9, 2011 due to
the nature of the transaction. Suspension of Rules is requested for Introduction and
Action on January 9, 2012.
For Introduction and Action
(A7)Ordinance 3-0-12, Amendinq Section 7-2-6 of the City Code to Enact
Requlations for Movinq Vehicles and Storaqe Containers on Public Ways
Staff recommends adoption of proposed Ordinance 3-0-12 by which the City Council
would amend section 7-2-6, "Occupation of Public Ways for Business Purposes" to
"Occupation of Public Ways for Special Purposes," and which establishes the process to
reserve parking space in the right of way to load and unload moving vans and containers.
For Introduction
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(A8)Ordinance 4-0-12, Amendinq Portions of Title 10-12-2 to "Violation of the
Illinois Vehicle Code" Relatina to Seat Belt Use
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 4-0-12 amending Evanston City Code Title
10-12-2 making it a municipal violation for drivers and passengers to not use safety
belts by making it unlawful for any person to violate 625 ILCS 5/12-603.1 of the Illinois
Vehicle Code.
For Introduction
(A9)Ordinance 8-0-12, Adoptinq "The Evanston Citv Code, 2012"
Staff recommends passage of Ordinance 8-0-12 adopting The Evanston City Code,
2012. Exhibit A includes the 2011 provisionally approved amendments and revisions to
the Evanston City Code, which can be found at:
htta://www. citvofevanston. orglgovernment/city-code/
For Introduction
(Al1)Ordinance 10-0-12, Amendina Class S Liquor License
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 10-0-12,
which permits the sale of wine, beer, and alcoholic liquor in the package store area of a
combination restaurant/package store licensee.
For Introduction
(Al2.1)Approval to Reimburse the Department of Housinq and Urban
Development (HUD) for Fair Market Value of Property Located at 1817 Church
Street
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to reimburse HUD
$220,000 from the West Evanston TIF for the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) investment in 1817 Church Street per HUD regulations. This agenda item was
held in Committee on December 12, 2011.
For Action
(Al2.2)Resolution 64-R-11, Authorizina the Citv Manager to Execute a TIF
Construction Loan Aareement for the Renovation of 1817 Church Street
Staff requests adoption of Resolution 64-R-11, which authorizes the City Manager to
lend $200,000 from the West Evanston Tax Increment Finance District fund to the
Evanston North Shore Contractors Cooperative, LLC. for the renovation of the 1817
Church Street property. This Resolution was held in Committee on December 12, 2011.
For Action
(Al2.3)Ordinance 106-0-11. Authorizina the Citv Manager to Negotiate the Sale
of 1817 Church Street
Staff requests adoption of Ordinance 106-0-11, which authorizes the City Manager to
negotiate the sale of City -owned real property located at 1817 Church Street in
Evanston, Illinois. This ordinance was introduced at the November 28, 2011 City
Council meeting and held at the December 12, 2011 City Council meeting. This
ordinance requires a 213 majority for approval.
For Action
January 9, 2012
(Al2.4)Ordinance 107-0-11. Authorizina the Citv Manaaer to Execute the Sale of
1817 Church Street
Staff requests adoption of Ordinance 107-0-11, which authorizes the City Manager to
execute a real estate contract for the sale of City -owned real property located at 1817
Church Street in Evanston, Illinois to Evanston North Shore Contractors Cooperative,
LLC. This ordinance was introduced at the November 28, 2011 City Council meeting
and held at the December 12, 2011 City Council meeting. This ordinance requires a 213
majority for approval.
For Action
(Al3)Ordinance 104-0-11. Authorizina the Sale of Surplus Fleet Vehicles
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 104-0-11 authorizing the City
Manager to sell various vehicles and equipment owned by the City through public
auction. This Ordinance was introduced at the City Council meeting on December 12,
2011.
For Action
(A14)0rdinance 114-0-11, Amendina Title 10. Motor Vehicles and Traffic. Chanter
11, Traffic Schedules, Section 12: Schedule XII: Parkina Meter Zones
Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 114-0-11 amending Title 10, Motor Vehicles
and Traffic, Chapter 11, Traffic Schedules, Section 12: Schedule XII; Parking Meter
Zones. These changes will impact all meter zones including 20 minute, 30 minute, 2
hour, 3 hour, 4 hour, 12 hour and 15 hour zones. It is recommended that the amendment
take effect on February 1, 2012. This Ordinance was introduced at the City Council
meeting on December 12, 2011.
For Action
(A15)0rdinance 115-0-11. Amendina Title 10. Schedule XVII, of the Evanston Citv
Code. "Parkina Violation Penalties." Section 10-11-17. Increasina the Penaltv for
Various Fines
Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 115-0-11 amending Title 10, Motor Vehicles
and Traffic, Chapter 11, Traffic Schedules, Section 17: Schedule XVII; Parking Violation
Fines. It is recommended that the changes in the initial fines take effect on April 1,
2012. This Ordinance was introduced at the City Council meeting on December 12,
2011.
For Action
(Al6)Ordinance 117-0-11, Amendinq Various Sections of Chapter 11 of Title 9 of
the Evanston Citv Code Requlatina False Alarm Svstems
Staff recommends City Council approval of Ordinance 117-0-11 which would increase
City of Evanston Police and Fire -related false alarm fees. This increase was included as
a revenue enhancement item for the FY 2012 Budget and will take effect February 1,
2012. This Ordinance was introduced at the City Council meeting on December 12, 2011.
For Action
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PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(P1)Ordinance 6-0-12, Grantina a Special Use for a Child Davcare Center at 1629
Orrinaton Avenue
Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend the adoption of Ordinance 6-0-12
granting a special use permit for the operation of a Child Daycare Center by Bright
Horizons Family Solutions at 1629 Orrington Avenue.
For Introduction
(P2)Ordinance 7-0-12, Amendinct Ordinance 77-0-11 1100 Clark Street/1719 Ridqe
Avenue Planned Development
Focus Development has requested an amendment to the Planned Development
approved by Ordinance 77-0-11 to allow for an extension of completion time from
October 1, 2013 to October 1, 2014. Suspension of Rules is requested for Introduction
and Action on January 9, 2012.
For Introduction and Action
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
(1-11)Approval of Township of Evanston December 2011 Bills
Township Supervisor recommends approval of Township of Evanston expenditures for
the month of December 2011 totaling $121,946.26.
For Action
(H2)Ordinance 81-0-11., Amendina Title 9, Chapter 4, "Dogs, Cats, Animals and
Fowl" to add a new Section, "Responsible Pet Ownership"
The Human Services Committee recommends adoption of Ordinance 81-0-11, as
amended, which includes a new section, "Responsible Pet Ownership" to address
residents who repeatedly violate City ordinances regulating domestic animals.
For Introduction
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(01)Approval of the Chicaao-Dempster Merchants Association's Application for
the Evanston Great Merchants Grant Proqram
Staff and the Economic Development Committee recommend City Council approval of a
Great Merchant Grant in the amount of $9,000 to the Chicago -Dempster Merchants
Association for Fiscal Year 2012 projects.
For Action
January 9, 2012
(02)Approval of the Dr. Hill Business Association's Application for the Evanston
Great Merchants Grant Program
Staff and the Economic Development Committee recommend City Council approval of a
Great Merchant Grant in the amount of $9,000 to the Dr. Hill Business Association for
Fiscal Year 2012 projects.
For Action
(03)Anproval of the Evanston West Villaae Business Association's Application
for the Evanston Great Merchants Grant Proaram
Staff and the Economic Development Committee recommend City Council approval of a
Great Merchant Grant in the amount of $9,000 to the Evanston West Village Business
Association (EWVBA) for Fiscal Year 2012 projects.
For Action
(04)Approval of the Howard Street Businsess Association's Application for the
Evanston Great Merchants Grant Proaram
Staff and the Economic Development Committee recommend City Council approval of a
Great Merchant Grant in the amount of $7,000 to the Howard Street Business
Association (HSBA) for Fiscal Year 2012 projects.
For Action
(05)Approval of the Main Street Merchants Association's Application for the
Evanston Great Merchants Grant Program
Staff and the Economic Development Committee recommend City Council approval of a
Great Merchant Grant in the amount of $7,300 to the Main Street Merchants
Association (MSMA) for Fiscal Year 2012 projects.
For Action
APPOINTMENTS
(APP1)For Reappointment to:
Utilities Commission David Grumman
Alderman Wynne motioned for approval of the Consent Agenda and it was seconded. A
Roll Call vote was taken and the results were 8-0 and the Consent Agenda was
approved.
Items for discussion:
(A4)Resolution 1-R-12, Amendina the Citv of Evanston Budaet Policv
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 1-R-12 amending the City's Budget Policy.
The proposed resolution would increase the City's tax -supported general obligation
(GO) debt limit from $90,000,000 to $120,000,000. The tax -supported debt to
Equalized Assessed Value (EAV) ratio in 2004-05 was 5.21 %, compared to the
proposed new debt limit ratio of 3.63% using the 2010-11 EAV.
For Action
Alderman Burrus motioned for approval with the amendment to $113,000,000 that was
proposed in committee and it was seconded by Alderman Wynne. A Roll Call vote was
taken with a 6-2 result and the motion passed. Aldermen Burrus and Wilson voted nay.
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(A5)Ordinance 113-0-11, Amendina Portions of Title 10, Chapter 11. "Traffic
Schedules." Relatina to Speed Limits on Oakton Street
The 9th ward Alderman has requested the proposed ordinance 113-0-11 by which the
City Council would amend Section 10-11-2, Schedule 2 to establish a 20 mph speed
limit on Oakton Street between Dodge Avenue and Ridge Avenue. This Ordinance was
held in Committee on December 12, 2011.
For Introduction
Alderman Burrus stated this was for introduction. No vote was taken.
(A6)Ordinance 2-0-12, Authorizina the Sale of Evanston Police Department K9
Proaram Doo
Recommend adoption of Ordinance 2-0-12 to authorize the sale of a K-9 Program dog
with the Evanston Police Department to Officer Schienbein. Chief Eddington
recommends that the ordinance be introduced and adopted on January 9, 2011 due to
the nature of the transaction. Suspension of Rules is requested for Introduction and
Action on January 9, 2012.
For Introduction and Action
Alderman Burrus motioned to have the rules suspended and it was seconded. A Roll
Call vote was taken with a 8-0 approval. She then motioned for approval of the passage
of the Ordinance with a second from Alderman Wynne. A Roll Call vote was taken with
a 8-0 result and the motion passed.
(A10)Ordinance 9-0-12. Amendina Liauor License Classes H. N & 0. Clarifvina the
Prohibition on Sellina Sinale Containers of Beer Less than 40 Ounces in Volume
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 9-0-12,
which prohibits licensees from bundling, taping, packaging together, or otherwise
manipulating single containers of beer for resale as a set.
For Introduction
Alderman Burrus motioned for the introduction only of the Ordinance.
(P2)Ordinance 7-0-12. Amendina Ordinance 77-0-11 1100 Clark Street/1719 Ridae
Avenue Planned Development
Focus Development has requested an amendment to the Planned Development
approved by Ordinance 77-0-11 to allow for an extension of completion time from
October 1, 2013 to October 1, 2014. Suspension of Rules is requested for Introduction
and Action on January 9, 2012.
For Introduction and Action
Alderman Holmes motioned for suspension of the rules and it was seconded with a Roll
Call of 8-0. Alderman Holmes then motioned for approval and it was seconded and a
Roll Call was taken with an 8-0 vote and the motion passed.
Call of the Wards:
Ward 9: Alderman Burrus stated the next 9th ward meeting would be February 29th at 7
p.m. at the Levy Center.
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Ward 1: Alderman Fiske thanked the Police Chief for hosting the tour of the Police
Station and the firing range. She also made a referral to the Human Services Committee
to extend the hours for the Lake Front bathrooms.
Ward 2: Alderman Braithwaite stated this Thursday would be a meeting at 6:30 with
himself and Chief Eddington for the Penny Park Neighbors, and the next ward meeting
will be February 9th at 7:00.
Ward 3: Alderman Wynne had no report.
Ward 4: Alderman Wilson had no report.
Ward 5: Alderman Holmes invited all who can attend two ribbon cutting ceremonies in
the 5th ward on Friday, January 6th at noon. The two new businesses are the Ruby G's
Soul Food Kitchen at 1823 Simpson (at noon) and then 1723 Simpson for the Grand
opening and ribbon cutting for the Fresh Foods Market at 12:30. She also announced her
5 h ward meeting on January 19th 7:00 at Fleetwood-Jourdain.
Ward 6: Alderman Tendam had no report.
Ward 7: Alderman Grover referred to the Human Services Committee to prepare an
ordinance to ban all electronic device usage while driving to include all drivers in
Evanston.
Alderman Wilson motioned to convene into Executive Session to discuss Minutes,
Litigation, and Real Estate. It was seconded and a Roll Call was taken and the result was
8-0. The meeting was adjourned to convene into the Aldermanic Library for the Closed
Session on the Council at 9:42 p.m.
Submitted by,
Hon. Rodney Greene, City Clerk
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