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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, October 8, 2012
Roll Call: Alderman `,Nilson
Alderman Burrus
Alderman Holmes
Alderman Fiske
Alderman Tendam
Alderman Braithwaite
Alderman Grover
Alderman Wynne
Alderman Rainey
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl
Mayor Tisdahl called the meeting to order at 8:18 P.M. after a Roll Call quorum was established.
Mayor Public Announcements
Chief Klaiber stated the kickoff for National Fire Prevention Week began yesterday for the week
of October 7-13, 2012. He also encouraged all to check batteries for smoke detectors and to
have a working fire extinguisher.
Mayor Tisdahl called upon Alderman Wilson to make a comment. Alderman Wilson asked that
the item P2 be removed from the Consent Agenda and returned to committee.
Acting City Manager Public Announcements
Director Evonda Thomas announced the arrival of the Erie Evanston Health Center to have its
Grand Opening, October 22, 2012.
Jewel Food Stores Composting Project was presented by John Dunsing(representative of
Jewell/Osco) after his introduction by James Maiworm, Director of Streets and Sanitation.
Communications: City Clerk
Clerk Greene reminded all the last day to register would be October 9'h, and early vo-ing begins
October 22"d and continued through Saturday, November 3rd in room 2200, in the Lorraine H.
Morton Civic Center.
Citizen Comment
The followina persons spoke aaainst item P2:
Betty Paden, 1122 Emerson stated she got no notice, and the City is not a Landlord.
Tina Paden, 1122 Emerson stated there were already too many taxes on the res dents and
businesses.
Carlis Sutton, 1821 Darrow asked Council to revoke the Ordinance.
Jim Schermerhorn, 2737 .entral Street stated the Ordinance came out of committee with a 4-3
vote.
Barbara Blades, 2111 Maple read a statement from the Minneapolis City website.
Bernard Hammer, 1455 Tower Road an attorney representing a landlord in Evanston and states
the Ordinance is illegal.
Albert R. Crillo, 1324 Madison Street stated this Ordinance was unbelievable and asked if the
Council was insane.
Osh Nissan, 2643 Lawndale stated there are existing Ordinances if were enforced would create
the quality of life.
Albert H. Bone, 1&2.3
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Larry Hirsh, 406 Callen stated those supporting the Ordinance don't have any tenants and don't
want to see others coming into Evanston.
Stanley Weiss, 1404 Oak asked who will pay the legal fees for the suits that will come.
Brendon Saunders, Interfaith Housing Center stated there need to be clear systems in place.
James Dyer, 1620 Pitner Ave. stated the Landlords need help, because it's the tenants who
destroy the properties.
Joseph Resnick, 473 Vernon Ave. stated this is Ordinance is a witch hunt.
Mike Morand, 3036 Central St. stated he felt that this Ordinance is a stab in his back.
Dan Schermerhorn, 2737 Central St. asked that -the Ordinance go back to committee and come
back with one that is fair.
Don Schellenberger, 1864 Sherman Ave. stated the Ordinance would only result in additional
people to enforce this Ordinance.
Arthur Braun, 800 Custer Ave. stated the owners have a gun held against their heads.
Regina Cartright, 1315 Crain is absolutely against this Ordinance.
Priscilla Giles, 1829 Ashland spoke of the circular driveway at Fleetwood/Jourdain that is still
needed.
Joshua Braun, 800 Custer Ave. stated the only ones for this are the ones who living around
Fireman's Park.
Alan Barr, 732 Ridge stated the Ordinance is ill done.
Dace Kezbers, 732 Ridge Ave. stated the first time a landlord tosses a tenant from their property
it will be a public nightmare for Evanston.
Isran Malik, 2114 Darrow asked how will he pay his legal fees.
These persons spoke concernina item M2:
Padma Rao, 2246 Sherman stated the video that had no audio should reflect verbatim
statements from her and her mom in the written minutes of the Clerk.
B.K. Rao, 2246 Sherman stated since their verbatim statements were not added to the minutes
the keeper of the records have a lot to explain.
Chester Liddell, 1917 Foster St. stated a rift is being created between the citizens and the City.
Non-aaenda items:
Junad Rizki, 2734 Sherman spoke against the Robert Crown Update (SP1), the unanswered
question of the $5,000, truth about the tax increase, and 20 City employees with false medical
benefits.
B.K. Rao, 2246 Sherman stated the Council continues to attack and turn the mikes off when she
and her daughter speak of their concerns for safety and trees.
Padma Rao, 2246 Sherman continued with accusations against the Council and their lack of
actions.
Madelyn DuCre', 1229 Foster St. stated there has to be something done with the Police
Department here in Evanston especially with interaction with Detective George.
Charles Sutton, 1822 Darrow speaking for the Landlords of Community Alliance, stated this is a
tenant friendly not Landlord friendly city. He also wanted to know, why are the 2" d 5tn and 8th
wards targeted for extra property inspections?
Tina Padden, 1122 Emerson St. wondered why she had an inspection before her time came up.
Judith Godfrey, 914 Hinman stated this is unconstitutional what the Council is planning to do.
Beverly Dyer, 1620 Pitner Ave. stated she used to be proud to say she lived in Evanston, but
now feels that the City is rapping her.
The followina persons spoke in favor of P2:
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Marc Beem, 212 Maple stated he believed the Ordinance was favorable and legitimate.
Stuart Cleland, 2145 Maple Ave. stated -the Ordinance was discussed by all concerned in its
development.
Matt Doherty, 2122A Maple stated the Ordinance fills a gap that can be enforced.
Steven Monacelli, 1615 Ridge representing the NU student government, stated the Ordinance
would provide a mechanism to have a check on pore and unsafe living conditions.
Barbara Jones, 802 Colfax is in agreement of the policies of the Ordinance.
Items not approved on Consent Aqenda:
(A9)Ordinance 112-0-12. Increasinq the Number Class C Licenses for Siqnature
Food Solutions d/b/a Chicaqo's Home of Chicken & Waffles, III
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 112-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-(C) of
the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the number of Class C
liquor licenses from 28 to 29 to permit issuance of a liquor license to Signature Food
Solutions, Inc., d/b/a Chicago's Home of Chicken and Waffles III, 2424 West Dempster
Street. Suspension of the Rules is requested for Introduction and Action on October 8,
2012.
For Introduction and Action
(P2)Ordinance 38-0-11 Amendinq Title 5, Chapter 8 of the City Code to Require the
Licensinq of Rental Dwellinq Units
Staff recommends adoption of proposed Ordinance 38-0-11 regarding the Licensing of Rental
Dwelling Units amending Title 5, Chapter 8 of the City Code to be effective July 1, 2013. The
Planning and Development Committee considered and accepted the report of the Mayor's
Rental Unit Licensing Committee at the July 23, 2012, Planning and Development Committee
meeting. This ordinance was introduced at the September 24, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
(01)Aoproval of Financial Assistance throuqh the Facade Improvement Proqram
for 607 Howard LLC (607-609 Howard Streetl
The Economic Development Committee recommends approval of financial assistance for
fagade improvements for 607 Howard, LLC (607-609 Howard Street) on a 50/50 cost sharing
basis. Staff recommends consideration of funding the project and an additional $6,830 to
ensure the installation of new windows. The proposed new amount of funding on a 50/50 cost -
sharing basis is not to exceed $19,330. Funding is recommended to come from the
Howard/Ridge TIF District Fund's Other Improvements Account 5860.65515.
For Action
CONSENT AGENDA
(M1) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 18, 2012
(M2) Approval of Minutes of the Special City Cour::cil Meeting of October 1, 2012
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(AI)City of Evanston Payroll through 09/23/12 $3,077,710.58
(A2)City of Evanston Bills FY2012 10/09/12 $6,121,870.42
City Credit Card payments through August 31, 2012 $ 133,583.23
(A3.1)Approval of Tire Purchases from Wentworth Tire Service
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Staff recommends approval of tire purchases for the last three (3) months of Fiscal Year 2012
in the amount of $13,000 and for twelve (12) months in the amount of $50,000 in Fiscal Year
2013 from Wentworth Tire Service (300 North York Road, Bensenville, IL) using the State Bid
Award #4017031 for which Wentworth Tire Service is an authorized distributor. Funding is
provided from the Fleet Services Budget for Tires and Tubes (7710.65065) for Fiscal Year's
2012 and 2013.
For Action
(A3.2)Approval of Tire Repair Contract with Wentworth Tire Service (Bid 12-1641
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a one (1) year
contract with three (3) one year renewals for tire repair and recap services in the amount of
$25,008 for year one (1) to Wentworth Tire Service (300 North York Road, Bensenville, IL).
Funding is provided by the FY 2012 Fleet Services budget for Tires and Tubes, 7710.65065,
with a budgeted amount of $32,500 for these services.
For Action
(A3.3)APDroval of Contract with L. Marshall, Inc. for Water Utilitv Roof
Replacement (Bid 12-1601
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for the
2012 Evanston Water Utility Roof Replacement with L. Marshall, Inc. (2100 Lehigh Avenue,
Glenview, IL) in the amount of $133,000. Funding is provided by the Water Fund Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP) Account 733108.65515 with a budget of $150,000 allocated for roof
replacements.
For Action
(A3.4)Approval of Enqineerinq Services Aqreement for Feasibilitv Studv of
Alternative Stormwater Manaqement Techniques with Hev and Associates. Inc.
(RFP 12-169)
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement for
engineering services for the feasibility study of alternative stormwater management techniques
with Hey and Associates, Inc. (8755 W. Higgins Drive, Suite 835, Chicago, IL) in the not -to -
exceed amount of $24,946.24. Funding is provided by the Sewer Fund, Other Operations
Account 7410.62180 which has a FY 2012 budget allocation of $25,000.
For Action
(A3.5)Approval of Tree Plantinq Purchase from Suburban Tree Consortium for
Fall Plantinq
Staff recommends City Council approval of the purchase of 155 trees and planting services for
50 trees from Suburban Tree Consortium (STC) in the amount of $38,864. Funding is provided
by the General Fund Parks/Forestry Division Account 3525.65005 with a total annual budget of
$80,000.
For Action
(A3.6)Approval of Centennial Park Laqoon Professional Desiqn Services Contract
with Kettelkamp & Kettelkamp (RFP 12-165)
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City
Centennial Park Lagoon Professional Design Service
(1315 Sherman Place, Evanston, IL) at a total cost o
Capital Improvement Plan (#415414).
For Action
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Manager to execute a contract for the
Project to Kettelkamp & Kettelkamp
f $90,735. Funding is provided by the
(A4)Approval of Chanae Order for Liahtina Power Centers
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute Change Order #2 to
the contract for the Church Street Improvement Project (Bid 12-136) to Landmark Contractors,
Inc. (11916 W. Main Street, Huntley, IL) in the amount of $31,590. This Change Order will
expand the scope of the contract to include the replacement of Street Light Power Centers
throughout the City. Funding is provided by the Capital Improvement Plan (#415868).
For Action
(A5)Approval to Accept and Place on File the Sinale Audit for FY2011
Staff recommends City Council review and place on file the attached Single Audit report for the
fiscal year ending December 31, 2011.
For Action
(A6)Post Issuance Compliance Procedures for Tax Exempt Bonds
Staff recommends that the attached document describing post issue compliance procedures
for bonds be adopted and placed on file. These procedures will be applicable to any bonds
issued on or after January 1, 2012.
For Action
(A7)Resolution 69-R-12 Authorizinq the Citv Manager to Execute a Transition of
Services Aqreement with Erie Familv Health Center. Inc. Reaardinq the Evanston
Children's Dental Clinic
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 69-R-12 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a
Transition of Services Agreement with Erie Family Health Center, Inc. regarding the Children's
Dental Clinic.
For Action
(A8)Ordinance 109-0-12, Amendinc 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 Jo 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.
For Introduction
(A10)Ordinance 99-0-12. Relatina to Bicvcle Use in Allevs
Staff recommends consideration of Ordinance 99-0-12 which amends portions of Title 10
Chapter 9, and Section 10-1-3 of the. Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended,
relating to bicycles and the use of bicycles within the City. This ordinance was introduced at the
September 24, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
(All)Ordinance 100-0-12. Decreasina the Number of Class C Liquor Licenses Due
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to Closure of Hota Restaurant. 2545 Prairie Avenue
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 100-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-5-6-(C) of the
Evanston City Code of 1979 ("City Code"), as amended, to decrease the number of Class C
liquor licenses from 29 to 28 due to the closure of Hota Restaurant, 2545 Prairie Avenue. This
ordinance was introduced at the September 24, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
(Al2)Ordinance 101-0-12. Increasina the number of Class N Liquor Licenses for
Issuance to Whole Foods, 1111 Chicaao Ave.
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 101-0-12 which amends Subsection 3-5-6-(N) of the
Evanston City Code of 1979 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the number of Class N
liquor licenses from six to seven to permit issuance to Whole Foods Market, 1111 Chicago
Avenue. This ordinance was introduced at the September 24, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
(A13)Ordinance 102-0-12. Decreasina the Number of Class O Liauor Licenses for
Class N Issuance to Whole Foods, 1111 Chicaqo Ave.
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 102-0-12 which amends Subsection 3-5-6-(0) of the
Evanston City Code of 1979 ("City Code"), as amended, to decrease the number of Class 0
liquor licenses from three to two. This ordinance was introduced at the September 24, 2012
City Council meeting.
For Action
(A14)Ordinance 103-0-12. Increasina the Number of Class O Liauor Licenses for
Issuance to Trader Joe's. 1211 Chicaao Avenue
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 103-0-12 which amends Subsection 3-5-6-(0) of the
Evanston City Code of 1979 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the number of Class 0
liquor licenses from two to three, permitting issuance to Trader Joe's East, Inc., d/b/a, Trader
Joe's, 1211 Chicago Avenue. This ordinance was introduced at the September 24, 2012 City
Council meeting.
For Action
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(P1)Ordinance 72-0-12 Amendina the Zonina Ordinance — Residential Buildinq
Heiaht. Dormer Size and Location. Half Stories. Accessory Structure Height, and
Leqal Nonconformities in the R1. R2. R31 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.
For Introduction
HUMAN SERVICE COMMITTEE
(1-11)APProval of Township of Evanston September 2012 Bills
Township of Evanston Supervisor recommends City Council approval of the Township of
Evanston bills, payroll, and medical payments for the month of September 2012 in the amount
of $99,370.26. Funding is provided by the Township budget.
For Action
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RULES COMMITTEE
(02)Ordinance 61-0-12. Amendina the Citv Code Relating to the Housinq
Commission. Hereafter Called the "Housina and Homelessness Commission"
Rules Committee, Housing Commission, the Mayor's Task Force on Homelessness and City
staff recommend the adoption of Ordinance 61-0-12, which amends the City Code to establish
the Housing and Homelessness Commission in place of the Housing Commission. This
ordinance was introduced at the September 24, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval of the Consent Agenda, and it was seconded by
Alderman Holmes. Roll Call vote was 9-0 and the Consent Agenda passed.
jfems for discussion:
(A9)Ordinance 112-0-12, Increasina the Number Class C Licenses for Siqnature
Food Solutions d/b/a Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles, III
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 112-0-12, which amends Subsection 3-4-6-(C) of
the Evanston City Code of 2012 ("City Code"), as amended, to increase the number of Class C
liquor licenses from 28 to 29 to permit issuance of a liquor license to Signature Food
Solutions, Inc., d/b/a Chicago's Home of Chicken and Waffles III, 2424 West Dempster
Street. Suspension of the Rules is requested for Introduction and Action on October 8,
2012.
For Introduction and Action
Alderman Grover motioned for adoption and mentioned suspension of the rules
previously asked during the reading of the Consent Agenda, it was 2nd by Alderman
Holmes. A Roll Call vote was taken with a 9-0 for approval. The motion passed.
(P2)Ordinance 38-0-11 Amending Title 5. Chapter 8 of the Citv Code to Require the
Licensinq of Rental Dwellinq Units
Staff recommends adoption of proposed Ordinance 38-0-11 regarding the Licensing of Rental
Dwelling Units amending Title 5, Chapter 8 of the City Code to be effective July 1, 2013. The
Planning and Development Committee considered and accepted the report of the Mayor's
Rental Unit Licensing Committee at the July 23, 2012, Planning and Development Committee
meeting. This ordinance was introduced at the September 24, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
Alderman Fiske read the Ordinance and without a second called upon Alderman Wilson
for comments. Alderman Wilson motioned to have the Ordinance to return back to staff
for further discussion, and it received a second from Alderman for adoption and it was
2"d by Alderman Wynne. Alderman Burrus rescued herself from the voting process. With
a Roll Call the vote was 8-0 to send back to staff. The motion passed.
(01)Approval of Financial Assistance throuah the Facade Improvement Proqram
for 607 Howard LLC (607-609 Howard Street)
The Economic Development Committee recommends approval of financial assistance for
facade improvements for 607 Howard, LLC (607-609 Howard Street) on a 50/50 cost sharing
basis. Staff recommends consideration of funding the project and an additional $6,830 to
ensure the installation of new windows. The proposed new amount of funding on a 50/50 cost -
sharing basis is not to exceed $19,330. Funding is recommended to come from the
Howard/Ridge TIF District Fund's Other Improvements Account 5860.65515.
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For Action
Alderman Burrus stated staff had asked for approval of the proposal and then gave the floor to
Alderman Rainey for comments. Alderman Rainey asked for an increase of the amount and it
was seconded. A Roll Call vote was taken with a 9-0 result and the motion passed.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
(SP2)Pedestrian Safetv Update
The Public Works Department will be presenting a report on the implementation/progress of
the pedestrian safety recommendations. The City and District 65 started the school year with
safety in mind.
For Discussion
Director Suzette Robinson gave her report via a power -point presentation that pointed out the
work that had been completed. Alderman Burrus and Fiske requested a cross -walk at
Oakton/Florence and Colfax/Ridge Ave.
(Items SP1 and SP3 were postponed until the next Council meeting)
(SP1)Selection of Final Proiect Teams to Neaotiate Desian, Build, Finance and
Operate an Ice Arena and Communitv Center within Crown Park
The Crown Park Community Center Evaluation Committee recommends that the City Council
direct the City Manager to initiate negotiations with two prequalified respondents, Crown Park
Community Partnership (William Blair) and McCaffery Evanston Recreation LLC (McCaffery
Interests), in order to obtain a best and final offer to Design, Build, Finance and Operate an Ice
Rink and Community Center within Crown Park.
For Action
(SP3)50/50 Sidewalk Maintenance Proaram
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
Mayor Tisdahl asked the Clerk if he had anything to say and the answer was yes. Clerk Greene
stated he wanted to give clarification to comments made this evening. He stated yes he is the
keeper of the records, yes he transcribes the minutes, but he doesn't have control over the
media, nor is there any requirement to supply verbatim minutes.
fjl of the Wards
Ward 3, Alderman Wynne had no report.
Ward 4, Alderman Wilson he thanked the Mayor and all who attended the summit last week.
Ward 5, Alderman Holmes dittoed the comments of Alderman Wilson, and she stated she was
at the 100 year old celebration of Annie May Parrot-Wittmore who also passed shortly after her
celebration. She will have the budget team at her 5th ward meeting next Thursday.
Ward 6, Alderman Tendam announced his ward meeting on October 23`d at Three Crown
Nursing Center. There will be a 3 pm and 6:30 pm meeting for Central Street and the concerned
citizens.
Ward 7, Alderman Grover thanked all for coming out last Tuesday night. She announced her
ward meeting at the Ecology Center at 7:00 pm discussing budget and traffic planning.
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Ward 8, Alderman Rainey congratulated the 24th district's Chicago Police Department and the
successes they have had. She congratulated all involved with the resolution of some major
problems in her ward with the landlords and members working together. She will also be giving
a tour of one or more members of the Zoning Commission the Howard Street.
Ward 9, Alderman Burrus congratulated Family Focus for receiving the "Cares" award from St.
Frances Hospital
Ward 1, Alderman Fiske spoke of Rosemary O'Neil's traffic signal blessing she held at her
home last week.
Ward 2, Alderman Braithwaite thanked the Mayor's rapid response to the shooting. He also
praised the Manufactory Day, and Thursday night will be the 2"d ward meeting and all the events
that will be discussed.
Alderman Wilson motioned to convene into Executive Session to discuss Litigation and Minutes,
and it was seconded. A Voice Vote yielded a 9-0 and the meeting ended at 10:23 pm.
Submitted by, Hon. Rodney Greene, City Clerk
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