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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, October 22, 2012
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
The Mayor called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 8:45 pm after a Roll
Call confirmed a quorum was established.
Mayor Public Announcements and Proclamations
Mayor Tisdahl read a proclamation celebrating Tag's Bakery & Pastry Shop's 75tn
Anniversary. Alderman Grover commented on Tag's delicious products and their service.
Tag's representatives gave a box of their thin cookie delights to Alderman Grover.
She also announced the award that City Clerk Greene received as "Rookie of the Year",
through the Municipal Clerks of Ellinois. The Mayor also mentioned how the Northwest
Municipal Conference is still working on the pension issue, as they await Springfield's
decision to act on it.
City Manager Public Announcements
Ms. Suzette Robinson, Director of Public Works introduced representatives of Active
Transportation Alliance, who presented the Mayor with of "Bike Friendly Community
Award" from the League of American Bicyclist.
New City Website and 311 Features
Communications: City Clerk
Clerk Greene. announced the first day of voting showing a total of 495 early vcters, as
well as the hours and days to vote. He then also read a response from Ancel Glink
Attorneys concerning the type of minutes required of the clerks, as well as a referral to
Robert's Rules of Order.
Citizen Comment:
These aersons saoke on the Agenda item SP1:
Daniel Garrison, 1228 Simpson was in support of the Preservation Committee's findings.
Paul Janicki, 1422 Judson not in favor of the ordinance.
Jeanne Lindwall, 625 Library Place is not in approval of the proposed ordinance.
Jack Weiss, 813 Forest
Linda Dawashek, 1318 Judson
Gary Shumaker, 832 Michigan is notin approval of the proposed ordinance.
Kris Hartzell, 1108 Grant Street is not in approval of the proposed ordinance.
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Barbara Janes, 802 Colfax is not in approval of the proposed ordinance.
Sulanne Farrand, Asbury & Lake
These spoke on Aqenda item A19:
Jeanne Lindwall, 625 Library Place
Gary Shumaker, 832 Michigan
Kris Hartzell, 1108 Grant Street
These persons spoke on Non-Aqenda items:
Padma Rao, 2246 Sherman Ave. spoke on Racial Profiling, Civil Rights, youth, Kendall.
BK Rao, 2246 Sherman Ave. spoke on Civil Rights, Police, Rental License, Kendal
issues.
Peggy Tarr, 907 Sherman Ave. spoke concerning the noise nuisance ordinance directed
at Revolution Spin.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
(SP1)Northwestern Universitv Application for Appeal to Citv Council of
Preservation Commission Decision Denvinq Certificate of Appropriateness
for 1841 Sheridan Road — Visitor Center and 435 Car Parkinq Garaqe
Staff recommends that the City Council accept Northwestern University's Application for
Appeal to Council in regard to the Preservation Commission's denial of a Certificate of
Appropriateness for the construction of a Visitor Center and 435 car parking garage at
1841 Sheridan Road.
For Action
There was a 6-2 Roll Call vote (Aldermen Fiske and Wynne) with 1 recluse (Alderman
Burrus). The application from Northwestern University to appeal the denial was
approved.
(SP2)50/50 Sidewalk Maintenance Program
The Public Works Department will make a presentation on the 50/50 Sidewalk
Maintenance Program. The presentation will focus on how temporary maintenance is
performed.
For Discussion
It was decided that this item would come back on Saturday, November 10th Budget
Meeting, and to include the Draft mandatory program, amount of the 50/50 sharing, and
types of replacement.
Items not approved on Consent Aqenda:
(Al 1)Ordinance 62-0-12: Amendinq the Citv Code and the Civil Service
Commission Rules
Staff requests consideration of Ordinance 62-0-12, which amends Title 2, Chapter 3 of
the City Code to address state law amendments to the Fire Department hiring process,
expands the number and role of the commissioners in the hiring process for new police
officers and firefighters, and addresses changes in the hiring practices within the
Division of Human Resources.
For Introduction
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(A19)Ordinance 128-0-12: Visitors Center Fire Lane Construction Proiect
Agreement and Lease Agreement with Northwestern Universitv
Staff requests consideration of Ordinance 128-0-12, authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate and execute a Project Agreement and a Lease. Agireeme nt with Northwestern
University for City -owned property located at the northeast corner of Sheridan Road and
Campus Drive.
For Introduction
(P1)Ordinance 69-0-11 Amendina the Zonina Ordinance to Remove the
Prohibition on Drive-Throuah as a Special Use on the Propertv Located at
2628 Gross Point Road (Chase Bank)
Evanston Plan Commission and staff recommend that the City Council approve
Ordinance 69-0-12 to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Central Street Overlay
District (oCSC) Subarea 6, to allow consideration of a Chase Bank drive -through as a
special use only on the parcel at 2628 Gross Point Road.
For Introduction
(P5)Ordinance 72-0-12 Amendina the Zonina Ordinance — Residential Building.
Height, Dormer Size and Location, Half Stories, Accessory Structure Height, and
Leqal Nonconformities in the R1, R2, R3, R4 and R4a Districts
The Plan Commission and City staff recommend adoption of the proposed regulation
changes for residential building height, dormer size and location, half stories, accessory
structure height, and legal nonconformities in the R1-R4a Districts. This ordinance was
introduced at the October 8, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
CONSENT AGENDA
(MI)Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 24, 2012
(M2)Approval of Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of October 8, 2012
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(Al)City of Evanston Payroll through 10/07/12 $2,619,383.11
(A2)City of Evanston Bills FY2012 10/23/12 $2,686,300.59
(A3)Approval of Contract for Insurance Consulting Services with Mesirow,
Financial Services, Inc. (RFP 12-168)
Staff recommends City Council authorization for the City Manager to sign a contract for
Insurance Consulting Services with Mesirow Financial Services, Inc.;(353 North Clark
Street, Chicago, IL) in the total amount of $49,500. Funding is provided in the Insurance
Fund Account 7800.62615.
For Action
(A4)ADDroval to Provide Free Holidav Parkina in the Citv's Three Downtown
Self -Park Garages and Lot 60 Located at 1234 Chicago Avenue
The Transportation/Parking Committee and City staff recommend approval to provide
free holiday parking in the City's three Downtown Self -Park Garages and Lot 60 located
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at 1234 Chicago Avenue on weekdays between 5 p.m. and 12 midnight and all day on
Saturday beginning Thursday, November 22, 2012 through Tuesday, January 1, 2013.
For Action
(A5)Avoroval of Chicago Transit Authoritv Intergovernmental Aareement
Staff recommends City Council authorization for the City Manager to sign a three-year
intergovernmental agreement between the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and
Evanston Police Department for uniformed patrols on the CTA purple line and CTA
elevated platforms. Funding provided by the CTA is estimated at $200,112 per calendar
year with a contract rate of $38 per hour.
For Action
(A6)AoDroval of District 202 Rock Salt Agreement for 2012/2013
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to sign an agreement with
Evanston School District 202 for the sale of rock salt in the amount of $66.67 per ton
which includes a 10% administration and handling fee for the period November 15,
2012 through April 15, 2013.
For Action
(A7)Approval of District 65 Rock Salt Aareement for 2012/2013
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to sign an agreement with
Evanston School District 65 for the sale of rock salt in the amount of $66.67 per ton
which includes a 10% administration and handling fee for the period November 15,
2012 through April 15, 2013.
For Action
(A8)Resolution 71-R-12 Authorizina an Interaovernmental Aareement with the
Villaae of Skokie for Use of the Fire Station 17 - Trainina Facilitv
Staff recommends that Council authorize the City Manager to enter into an Inter -
Governmental Agreement (IGA) with the Village of Skokie. The IGA is for the use and
maintenance of the Village of Skokie- Fire Station 17 — Training Tower, located at 8157
Central Park in Skokie, Illinois. The initial participation cost to the City of Evanston will
be $286,000. Funding will be provided by the Capital Improvement Program Project
Number 415829. Funding after the initial capital improvement for annual maintenance
costs will be provided by Fire Department account 2305. 62360.
For Action
(A9)Resolution 72-R-12 Authorizina the Transfer of $704.263 of Motor Fuel Tax
Funds for General Maintenance of Streets
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 72-R-12 by which City Council would
authorize the transfer of $704,263 of Motor Fuel Tax Funds for general maintenance of
streets by City forces. The fund transfer was approved as part of 2012 budget.
For Action
(A10)Resolution 74-R-12 Approvina Solid Waste Aaencv of Northern Cook
Countv (SWANCC) as a Listed Entitv for Health Insurance
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 74-R-12 authorizing the City Manager to
execute an intergovernmental agreement with SWANCC for the provision of health
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insurance as a component unit of the City within the Intergovernmental Personal
Benefits Cooperative (IPBC). SVVANCC will be responsible for all insurance premium
costs and fees and will also receive increases/decreases in plan costs equal to the
City's plan costs each year.
For Action
(Al2)Ordinance 116-0-12, to Add "Drive" as an Available Street Designation,
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 116-0-12 which amends Section 7-2-3 of the
Evanston City Code of 2012, as amended, (the "Code") to include "drive" as an
available street designation.
For Introduction
(A13)Ordinance 126-0-12. Amendina Ordinance 28-0-11 Authorizina the City to
Borrow Funds from the Illinois Environmental Protection Aaency Water
Pollution Control Loan Program
Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 126-0-12 modifying previously adopted
Ordinance 28-0-11 that authorized the City to borrow funds from the Illinois
Environmental Protection Agency Water Pollution Control Loan Program for the
construction of the Large Diameter Sewer Rehabilitation Phase I project. This ordinance
modifies Ordinance 28-0-11 authorizing the City to borrow up to $4,000,000. The debt
service will be paid from the Sewer Fund.
For Introduction
(A14)Ordinance 113-0-12. Increasina the number of Class B Liquor Licenses,
Permitting Issuance to 27 Live
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 113-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(B) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the
number of Class B liquor licenses from 16 to 17 to permit issuance of a liquor license to
27 Live, LLC, 1012-14 Church Street.
For Introduction
(A15)Ordinance 118-0-12. Decreasina the Number of Class D Liquor Licenses
Due to the Closure of Mecafresh
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 118-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(D) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to decrease the
number of Class D liquor licenses from 25 to 24 due to the closure of Mecafresh, 1840
Oak Avenue.
For Introduction
(A16)Ordinance 122-0-12, Increasinq the Number of Class Y Liquor Licenses,
Permittinq Issuance to Wine Goddess, LLC
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 122-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(Y) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the
number of Class Y liquor licenses from two to three to permit issuance to Wine
Goddess, LLC, 702 Main Street.
For Introduction
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(AV)Ordinance 123-0-12, Increasinq the Number of Class 131 Liquor Licenses
Permittinq Issuance to Cheesie's Evanston. LLC
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 123-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(131) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the _
number of Class B1 liquor licenses from five to six to permit issuance to Cheesie's
Evanston, LLC, d/b/a Cheesie's Pub & Grub, 622 Davis Street.
For Introduction
(Al 8)Ordinance 124-0-12. Increasina the -Number of Class 131 Liquor Licenses
Permittina Issuance to Clarke's on Orrinaton. Inc. (d/b/a JT's Bar and Grill),
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 124-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(131) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the
number of Class B1 liquor licenses to seven (with adoption of Ordinance 123-0-12) to
permit issuance to Clarke's on Orrington, Inc., d/b/a JT's Bar and Grill, 1639 Orrington.
Suspension of the Rules is requested for Introduction and Action by City Council on
October 22. 2012.
For Introduction and Action
(A20)Ordinance 109-0-12. Amendina Title 3. Chapter 4. Section 6 of the Citv Code
to Create a Liquor License Classification for Craft Breweries
Ordinance 109-0-12 amends Title 3, Chapter 4, Section 6 of the Evanston City Code of
2012, as amended ("Code"), to create a liquor license classification applicable to craft
beer breweries. If adopted, Class P-1 liquor licensees will be permitted to offer for retail
sale their craft beer for consumption onsite or offsite. This ordinance was introduced at
the October 8, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(P2)Ordinance 119-0-12 Amendina the Approved Planned Development at 635
Chicaqo Avenue (Walgreens)
City staff recommends the adoption of Ordinance 119-0-12, amending the Planned
Development as granted in Ordinance 36-0-12 adopted May 14, 2012 by the Evanston
City Council for the development of a new Walgreens at 635 Chicago Avenue.
For Introduction
(P3)Ordinance 120-0-12. Grantina a Special Use for Northwestern Universitv
Scoreboards at 2250 Sheridan Road
Zoning Board of Appeals, Sign Review and Appeals Board, end City staff recommend
the adoption of Ordinance 120-0-12 granting a special use permit for scoreboards at
2250 Sheridan Road. The applicant has complied with all zoning requirements and
meets all of the standards of a Special Use for the T2 District.
For Introduction
(P4)Ordinance 121-0-12. Grantinct-a Special Use for a Tvae 2 Restaurant at 843
Dodae Avenue (The Famous Burrito)
Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend the adoption of Ordinance 121-0-12
granting a special use permit for the operation of a Type 2 Restaurant at 843 Dodge
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Avenue. The applicant has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of the
standards of a Special Use for the C1 District. The applicant plans to open The Famous
Burrito, an owner -operated eat -in and takeout restaurant on the southeast corner of
Dodge Avenue and Main Street.
For Introduction
APPOINTMENTS
(APP1)For Appointment To:
Arts Council Greg Allen
Arts Council Lisa Degliantoni
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:
(Al 1)Ordinance 62-0-12: Amendinq the Citv Code and the Civil Service
Commission Rules
Staff requests consideration of Ordinance 62-0-12, which amends Title 2, Chapter 3 of
the City Code to address state law amendments to the Fire Department hiring process,
expands the number and role of the commissioners in the hiring process for new police
officers and firefighters, and addresses changes in the hiring practices within the
Division of Human Resources.
For Introduction
Alderman Grover motioned for approval and it was seconded. There was a unanimous
Voice vote and the motion was approved.
(A14)0rdinance 113-0-12. Increasina the number of Class B Liauor Licenses
Permittina Issuance to 27 Live
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 113-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(B) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the
number of Class B liquor licenses from 16 to 17 to permit issuance of a liquor license to
27 Live, LLC, 1012-14 Church Street.
For Introduction
Alderman Grover motioned for approval and it was seconded. A Roll Call vote was taken
with a 9-0 result and the motion was passed.
(A15)0rdinance 118-0-12. Decreasina the Number of Class D Liauor Licenses
Due to the Closure of Mecafresh
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 118-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(D) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to decrease the
number of Class D liquor licenses from 25 to 24 due to the closure of Mecafresh, 1840
Oak Avenue.
For Introduction
Alderman Grover motioned for approval and it was seconded. A Roll Call vote was taken
with a 9-0 result and the motion was passed.
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(A16)Ordinance 122-0-12, Increasina the Number of Class Y Liquor Licenses
Permittinq Issuance to Wine Goddess, LLC
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 122-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(Y) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the
number of Class Y liquor licenses from two to three to permit issuance to Wine
Goddess, LLC, 702 Main Street.
For Introduction
Alderman Grover motioned for suspension of the rules and it was seconded. A Roll Call
vote was taken, but bocause of one NAY the motion to suspend failed.
(A17)Ordinance 123-0-12. Increasina the Number of Class 131 Liauor Licenses
Permittina Issuance to Cheesie's Evanston, LLC
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 123-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(131) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the
number of Class 131 liquor licenses from five to six to permit issuance to Cheesie's
Evanston, LLC, d/b/a Cheesie's Pub & Grub, 622 Davis Street.
For Introduction
Alderman Grover motioned for approval and it was seconded. A Roll Call vote was taken
with a 9-0 result and the motion was passed.
(A18)Ordinance 124-0-12. Increasina the Number of Class 131 Liauor Licenses
Permitting Issuance to Clarke's on Orrinaton. Inc. (d/b/a JT's Bar and Grill)
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 124-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-
(131) of the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the
number of Class 131 liquor licenses to seven (with adoption of Ordinance 123-0-12) to
permit issuance to Clarke's on Orrington, Inc., d/b/a JT's Bar and Grill, 1639 Orrington.
Suspension of the Rules is requested for Introduction and Action by City Council on
October 22. 2012.
For Introduction and Action
Alderman Grover motioned for suspension of the rules and it was seconded. Roll Call
vote was 9-0 and the rules were suspended. Alderman Grover motioned for approval and
it was seconded. A Roll Call vote was taken with a 9-0 result and the motion was passed.
(A19)Ordinance 128-0-12: Visitors Center Fire Lane Construction Proiect
Agreement and Lease Aareement with Northwestern University
Staff requests consideration of Ordinance 128-0-12, authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate and execute a Project Agreement and a Lease Agreement with Northwestern
University for City -owned property located at the northeast corner of Sheridan Road and
Campus Drive.
For Introduction
Alderman Grover motioned for approval and it was seconded. A Roll Call vote was taken
with a 8-0 result and the motion was passed (Alderman Burrus recused herself).
(P1)Ordinance 69-0-12 Amending the Zoning Ordinance to Remove the
Prohibition on Drive-Throuah as a Special Use on the Property Located at,
2628 Gross Point Road (Chase Bank)
Evanston Plan Commission and staff recommend that the City Council approve
Ordinance 69-0-12 to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Central Street Overlay
District (oCSC) Subarea 6, to allow consideration of a Chase Bank drive -through as a
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special use only on the parcel at 2628 Gross Point Road.
For Introduction
Alderman Fiske motioned for approval and it was seconded, with a Roll Call vote of 8-1
the motion passed (Alderman Fiske voted nay).
(P5)Ordinance 72-0-12 Amendina the Zonina Ordinance — Residential Buildinq
Heiqht. Dormer Size and Location. Half Stories. Accessory Structure Heiaht, and
Leaal Nonconformities in the R1. R2. R3. R4 and R4a Districts,
The Plan Commission and City staff recommend adoption of the proposed regulation
changes for residential building height, dormer size and location, half stories, accessory
structure height, and legal nonconformities in the R1-R4a Districts. This ordinance was
introduced at the October 8, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval as amended with a second, and a Roll Call vote
of 9-0 the motion passed.
Call of the Wards:
Ward 6, Alderman Tendam announced a 6'h ward meeting at 3 Crowns Center on the
1 sc floor.
Ward 7, Alderman Grover had no report.
Ward 8, Alderman Rainey offered her condolences to a long time active member of the
neighborhood. She also announced a Landlord meeting at the Police Outpost 10/30/12.
Ward 9, Alderman Burrus had no report.
Ward 1, Alderman Fiske she wanted to have a joint meeting with Alderman Rainey, and
she mentioned tire slashing's in her ward.
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.
Alderman Wilson motioned for the Council to adjourn to the Executive Session to
discuss Litigation, Collective Bargaining, Personnel, and minutes. With a unanimous
voice vote the meeting was adjourned at 11:40 pm.
Submitted by,
Hon. Rodney Greene, City Clerk
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