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Evanston
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, February 27, 2012
Roll Call: Alderman Braithwaite
Alderman Grover
Alderman Wynne
Alderman Rainey
Alderman Wilson
Alderman Burrus
Alderman Holmes
Alderman Fiske
Alderman Tendam
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl
Mayor Tisdahl called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 7:45 p.m. after
the Roll Call.
Mayor Public Announcements:
The Mayor designated Friday, February 17, 2012 as Melissa Wynne Day in appreciation
of her tireless efforts in getting Trader's Joe to come to Evanston. She also presented her
with a certificate to commemorate the event.
City Manager Public Announcements:
City Manager stated he had no announcements.
Communications: City Clerk
The City Clerk announced early voting had begun and the total number at the end was 76
early voters, including himself as the second voter. He announced that early voting will
continue until Thursday, March 15, 2012, here in room 2200 Monday -Saturday 9-5pm,
and Sunday 9-5.
Citizen Comment
Sharon Eckersall, 2519 Ashland spoke concerning item A18 on the agenda. She stated
she lives one block from the proposed Eastwood where they are trying to make it a two-
way from Central to the first alley. She stated the street is too narrow and it will remove
parking spaces for the residents.
Frank Jefferis, 613 Sheridan Rd. spoke concerning the proposed Health Department
inspection fees. He first apologized for the misstatements made about the inspectors
demanding cash on the spot, but they were very gruff though. He's not opposed for the
changes, but he stated the increase in fees will be hard on small risk vendors. He wanted
to know if the City could really justify the increases in the fees and the hours spent on the
inspections. He finally asked the Council to postpone the passage of these increases.
Paul Hecto, 711 Custer spoke on items A8-A10 & A20. He just thanked the Council for
their consideration of the items mentioned above.
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Padma Rao, 2246 Sherman began by stating her Lawyer had reviewed and approved
her statements, and then spoke of her concerns for the Council's vote to condemn two
dozen adult trees on the Kendall property and to endanger pedestrians with an alley that
dumps traffic onto a narrow street. She mentioned the attacks on her and her mother for
stating truths about the Council's actions. Stop wasting Tax dollars on your pet projects
and personnel vendettas, and listen to the taxpayers if not now you will hear them at the
polls.
B.K. Rao, 2246 Sherman began her comments stating they were reviewed and approved
by her Attorney, and she continued to talk of the Kendall trees and the proposed alley
way. She stated the attack on the Township to take it over is unacceptable and
unworkable. She also stated it is an injustice to the taxpayers to take the little crumbs
from the mouths of the needy and that Evanston has a problem, it is the City Council.
Sharon Eckersall, 2519 Ashland spoke of a program on channel 9 concerning a
property gap bill down state. Those municipalities that have properties with decreasing
property values the taxes could not be raised. As a result Evanston would be one that
would be exempt. She would like for someone to find more information so that the
taxpayers could be beneficiaries of the bill. In closing she mentioned the classes she has
been taken to keep ahead of the changes as she continues to assist the taxpayers
Mike Vasilko, 2728 Reese Ave.
Items not on Consent Aqenda:
(A6)Resolution 20-R-12 Authorizinq Comcast License Extension
Staff recommends that the City Council consider Resolution 20-R-12 which authorizes
extension of license to Comcast for facilities in James Park. Staff is still in discussions
with Comcast on the license and will provide a recommendation on the Resolution at
the meeting.
For Action
(A7)Resolution 15-R-12 Authorizinq the City Manaqer to Neqotiate and Execute
Residential Lease for 631 Howard Street. Unit 2
Staff recommends that City Council approve Resolution 15-R-12 authorizing the City
Manager to negotiate and execute a residential lease with Anne Carlson and Cody
Modeer for an apartment located at 629-631 Howard Street.
For Action
(A8)Resolution 17-R-12 Authorizina the Citv Manaaer to Neaotiate a Communitv
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Loan Aqreement with Ward Eiaht, LLC. at 629
Howard Street
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 17-R-12 authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate a CDBG Loan Agreement with Ward Eight, LLC. This resolution authorizes
the City Manager to underwrite, negotiate, and execute a project agreement for a loan
of $130,000 to Ward Eight, LLC, a new wine bar/cocktail lounge at 629 Howard Street.
Funding will be provided by Community Development Block Grant -Recovery Funds.
For Action
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(A9)Resolution 18-R-12 Authorizing the Citv Manager to Negotiate a Tax
Increment Financing (TIF) Construction Grant Agreement with Ward Eight, LLC
for Propertv Located at 629 Howard Street
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 18-R-12, authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate a TIF Construction Grant Agreement between the City and Ward Eight, LLC
for tenant improvements at the City -owned property located at 629 Howard Street for an
amount not to exceed $100,000. Funding will be provided by the Howard Ridge Tax
Increment Financing District.
For Action
(Al1)Ordinance 11-0-12 Amending Title 7, Chapter 15, "Board of Local
Improvements" by Enactinq a New Section for Allev Pavinq Improvements
Staff recommends the adoption of the proposed ordinance 11-0-12 by which the City
Council would amend Title 7, Chapter 15 of the City Code to enact a new section for
alley paving improvements.
For Introduction
(P2)Ordinance 5-0-12 Grantina a Special Use for a Tvpe 2 Restaurant at
914 % Noves Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend the adoption of Ordinance 5-0-
12 granting a special use permit for the operation of a Type 2 Restaurant (Ice & a Slice)
at 914 '/2 Noyes Street. A minor amendment addressing truck deliveries is also
recommended for approval. This ordinance was introduced at the February 13, 2012
City Council meeting.
For Action
(01)Ordinance 12-0-12 Amendinq the Evanston Citv Code to Make Certain
Chanaes to the Citv of Evanston Public Library Board's Authoritv and Budget
It is recommended that the City Council consider Ordinance 12-0-12 amending the
Evanston City Code to make certain changes to the Evanston Public Library Board's
authority and budget. In addition, it is recommended that the City Council create a joint
committee with the Library Board to develop recommendations for changes in further
administrative operations of the Library and request the Mayor to appoint two aldermen
to the committee. This ordinance was introduced at the February 13, 2012 City Council
meeting.
For Action
CONSENT AGENDA
(M1) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 13, 2012
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(Al) City of Evanston Payroll through 02/12/12 $2,516,434.32
(A2) City of Evanston Bills FY2012 through 02/28/12 $1,218,581.97
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(A3.1)Approval of Contract Award for Professional Evaluation and Desiqn
Services to McGuire lgleski & Associates. Inc. for the Roof Replacement at
Police/Fire Headquarters (RFP 12-103)
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for
roofing evaluation and design services with McGuire lgleski & Associates, Inc. (1330
Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL) for the Roof Replacement Project at the Police/Fire
Headquarters at a total cost of $21,531.60. Funding will be provided by FY2012 CIP
Account 415739 with a budget allocation of $400,000.
For Action
(A3.2)Approval of a Contract Extension to G&L Contractors. Inc. for 2012
Granular Materials (Bid 11-57)
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
1-year extension to the contract for the purchase of Granular Materials (Bid 11-57) with
G&L Contractors, Inc. (7401 N. St. Louis Avenue, Skokie, IL) in the amount of $35,850,
a 0% increase in cost from the previous year. Funding will be
provided from the Water Fund (7115.65055) and the Sewer Fund (7400.65055) with
total budget allocations of $48,000.
For Action
(A3.3) Approval of a Contract Award to G.A. Johnson & Son for 2012 Hiah Lift
Pump Station Window Replacement (Bid 12-19)
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for
the 2012 High Lift Pump Station Window Replacement (Bid 12-19) with G.A. Johnson &
Son (828 Foster Street, Evanston, IL) in the amount of $56,000. Funding will be
provided by the Water Fund (733119.65515), which has a budget of $110,000 for this
project.
For Action
(A3.4)Approval of Contract Award to Stanlev Consultants Ltd., for Construction
Enqineerinq Services for the Sheridan Road Siqnal Modernization Proiect
f Chicaao to Central) (RFQ 10-911
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract with Stanley Consultants Ltd., (8501 West Higgins Road, Suite 730, Chicago,
IL 60631), in the amount of $90,933 to provide phase III construction engineering
services for the signal modernization project on Sheridan Road from Chicago Avenue to
Central Street. Funding for this project will be from the Capital Improvement Fund
(415871) in the amount of $90,933.
For Action
(A3.5)Approval of One (1) Combination Backhoe Loader Purchase for Utilities
Department
Staff recommends City Council approval to purchase one (1) John Deere Combination
Backhoe Loader replacement for the Utilities Department in the amount of $76,957 from
Westside Tractor Sales (1560 N. Old Rand Road, Wauconda, IL). Funding will be from
the water fund vehicle replacement accounts: $8,800 (7100.62309); $53,979
(7115.62309); $9,496 (7120.62309); and $4,682 from the account for maintaining
services (7115.62230).
For Action
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(A3.6)Approval of the Purchase of Two (2) Heavv Dutv Work Trucks for the
Utilities Department
Staff recommends City Council approval to purchase two (2) replacement heavy duty
work trucks for the Utilities Department in the total amount of $184,367.08 from Currie
Motors (9423 W. Lincoln Hwy., Frankfort, IL) and from Prairie Archway International,
Municipal Fleet Sales (401 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL). Funding will be from the
sewer fund vehicle replacement account (7400.62309) which has an FY 2012 budget
allocation of $127,650. In addition, $57,000 will be transferred to this account from the
sewer fund maintenance contract account (7400.62461).
For Action
(A3.7)Approval of Sinqle Source/Emeraencv Contract Award to Wiss Jannev
Elstner Associates for Sherman Plaza Garaae Facade Inspection
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract
with Wiss Janney Elstner Associates (WJE), the current consultant engineers for the
2011 Comprehensive Parking Garage Repair Project, for a close up visual inspection
and hammer sounding of the entire fagade of the Sherman Plaza Garage. Contract
includes issuance of a report describing the findings and recommendations for future
engineering and repair for a not to exceed amount of $60,400. Funding will be provided
by the FY2012 Parking Garage CIP Account (416138) with a budget of $800,000.
For Action
(A3. Approval of Auditina Services Contract with Baker Tillv Virchow Krause
LLP
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a four-year
contract for auditing services to Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP (1301 W. 22nd Street,
Oak Brook, IL) in the amount of $32
For Action
(A4)Acceptance of Year -End Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2011
Staff recommends that City Council accept and place the Year -End FY 2011
Financial Report on file.
For Action
(A5)Approval of Modifications to the 2012 Capital Improvement Proaram Street
Resurfacina and Streetscape Proiects
Staff recommends City Council approval of the revised list of projects funded by the
2012 Capital Improvement Program in the amount of $3,361,000. Staff is
recommending changes to the 2012 CIP program as a result of the re-evaluation of the
streetscape program.
For Action
(A6)Resolution 20-R-12 Authorizina Comcast License Extension
Staff recommends that the City Council consider Resolution 20-R-12 which authorizes
extension of license to Comcast for facilities in James Park. Staff is still in discussions
with Comcast on the license and will provide a recommendation on the Resolution at
the meeting.
For Action This item was held in committee.
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(A10)Ordinance 26-0-12 Authorizinq the Citv Manaqer to Neqotiate and Execute a
Commercial Lease with Option to Purchase for Property at 629-631 Howard Street
Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 26-0-12, authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate and execute a Commercial Lease with an Option to Purchase for City -owned
property located at 629-631 Howard Street. The proposed lease -to -own agreement is
with Ward Eight, LLC, a wine bar/cocktail lounge.
For Introduction
(All)Ordinance 11-0-12 Amendinq Title 7, Chapter 15. "Board of Local
Improvements" by Enactina a New Section for Allev Pavina Improvements
Staff recommends the adoption of the proposed ordinance 11-0-12 by which the City
Council would amend Title 7, Chapter 15 of the City Code to enact a new section for
alley paving improvements.
For Introduction This item was held in committee.
(Al2)Ordinance 14-0-12 Decreasinq the Number of Class D Liquor Licenses Due
to Closure of Donatella Mediterranean Bistro
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 14-0-12 decreasing the number of Class D
liquor licenses from 24 to 23 due to the closure of Donatella Mediterranean Bistro,
1512 Sherman Avenue.
For Introduction
(A13)Ordinance 15-0-12 Increasinq the Number of Class D Liquor Licenses to
Permit Issuance to Creperie Saint Germain, Inc.
The Local Liquor Commissioner recommends adoption of Ordinance 15-0-12
increasing the number of Class D liquor licenses from 23 to 24 to permit issuance to
Creperie Saint Germain, 1512 Sherman Avenue.
For Introduction
(A14)Ordinance 16-0-12 Increasinq the Number of Class D Liquor Licenses to
Permit Issuance to Todoroki, LLC.
The Local Liquor Commissioner recommends adoption of Ordinance 16-0-12
increasing the number of Class D liquor licenses from 24 to 25 to permit issuance to
Todoroki, 524-526 Davis St., First Floor
For Introduction
(A15)Ordinance 18-0-12 Decreasinq the Number of Class B Liquor Licenses Due
to Closure of Merle's Smokehouse
Staff recommends adoption of Ordinance 18-0-12 decreasing the number of Class B
liquor licenses from 17 to 16 due to the closure of Merle's Smokehouse, 1727 Benson
Avenue.
For Introduction
(A16)Ordinance 23-0-12 Increasinq the Number of Class B Liquor Licenses to
Permit Issuance to Evanston Pub, Inc.
The Local Liquor Commissioner recommends adoption of Ordinance 23-0-12
increasing the number of Class B liquor licenses from 16 to 17 to permit issuance to
Evanston Pub, Inc., d/b/a World of Beer, 1601 Sherman Avenue.
For Introduction
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(Al7)Ordinance 20-0-12 Amendinq Title 10. Motor Vehicles and Traffic. Chapter
11. to Exempt Residents of Parkinq District A from the Two -Hour Parkinq
Restriction on Benson Avenue. East Side, Universitv Place to Emerson Street
The Transportation/Parking Committee and staff irecommend adoption of Ordinance 20-
0-12 amending City Code Section 10-11-10, Schedule X-(F)-6; "Residential Exemption
Parking District A" to exempt residents of Residential Parking District `A', from the Two -
Hour parking restriction on Benson Avenue, East Side, University Place to Emerson
Street.
For Introduction
(A18)0rdinance 21-0-12 Amendinq the Citv Code to Allow Two-Wav Traffic on
Eastwood Avenue from Central Street to the First Allev to the South
Staff recommends the adoption of the proposed ordinance 21-0-12 by which the City
Council would amend Section 10-11-4 (A), Schedule IV (A) of the City Code to allow
two-way traffic on Eastwood Avenue from Central Street to the first alley to the south.
The traffic control signs will be funded by the 1700-1772 Central Street development.
Request suspension of the Rules for Introduction and Action at City Council meeting on
February 27, 2012.
For Introduction and Action
(A19)0rdinance 22-0-12 Amendinq the Citv Code to Prohibit Parkinq on the West
Side of Eastwood Avenue from Central Street to the First Allev to the South
Staff recommends the adoption of the proposed ordinance 22-0-12 by which the City
Council would amend Section 10-11-8 (A), Schedule VIII (A) of the City Code to prohibit
parking at all times on the west side of Eastwood Avenue from Central Street to the first
alley to the south. The installation of No Parking signs will be funded by the 1700-1772
Central Street development. Request suspension of the Rules for Introduction and
Action at City Council meeting on February 27, 2012.
For Introduction and Action
(A20)Ordinance 13-0-12 Amendinq Class P Liquor License
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 13-0-12,
which increases the quantity of alcohol a craft distiller is authorized to manufacture and
store to 15,000 gallons per year. The increase is in accordance with Illinois state law
which was amended effective August 19, 2011. This ordinance was introduced at the
February 13, 2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(PI)Resolution 14-R-12 Approvinq a Plat of Consolidation for Four Lots Located at
1700-22 Central Street
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 14-R-12, the proposed Plat of Consolidation
of 1700-22 Central Street, which is consistent with the amended Planned Development
for 1700-22 Central Street adopted in September 2012.
For Action
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(P3)Ordinance 19-0-12 Grantinq a Special Use for a Child Davcare Center at 829
Foster Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend the adoption of Ordinance 19-
0-12 granting a special use permit for the operation of a child daycare center by Unity
Nursery School at 829 Foster Street. This ordinance was introduced at the February 13,
2012 City Council meeting.
For Action
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
(H1)Approval of Health Department Annual Farmers Market Fees
Staff recommends that the City of Evanston adopt a Risk -Based Annual fee for Farmers
Markets. The fees will address food vendors operating at several Farmers Markets
throughout the year. These fees were considered at the February 6, 2012 Human
Services Committee meeting.
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval of the Consent Agenda and received a second.
A Roll Call vote was taken with the result of 9-0 and the Consent Agenda was passed.
Items for discussion:
(A7)Resolution 15-R-12 Authorizina the Citv Manaaer to Negotiate and Execute
Residential Lease for 631 Howard Street, Unit 2
Staff recommends that City Council approve Resolution 15-R-12 authorizing the City
Manager to negotiate and execute a residential lease with Anne Carlson and Cody
Modeer for an apartment located at 629-631 Howard Street.
For Action
Alderman Burrus motioned for approval with a second. A Roll Call vote was taken with
the result of 9-0 and the motion passed.
(A8)Resolution 17-R-12 Authorizina the Citv Manaaer to Neaotiate a Communitv
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Loan Aqreement with Ward Eiaht. LLC. at 629
Howard Street
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 17-R-12 authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate a CDBG Loan Agreement with Ward Eight, LLC. This resolution authorizes
the City Manager to underwrite, negotiate, and execute a project agreement for a loan
of $130,000 to Ward Eight, LLC, a new wine bar/cocktail lounge at 629 Howard Street.
Funding will be provided by Community Development Block Grant -Recovery Funds.
For Action
Alderman Burrus motioned for approval and it was 2"d. Alderman Rainey stated the
$130,000 is a loan that will be paid back in full and it is the first time any money was
paid back from a TIF and the money that is restored could be used any where else. A
Roll Call vote was taken and the result was 9-0 and the motion passed.
(A9)Resolution 18-R-12 Authorizinq the City Manaqer to Neqotiate a Tax
Increment Financina (TIF) Construction Grant Agreement with Ward Eiaht. LLC
for Property Located at 629 Howard Street
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 18-R-12, authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate a TIF Construction Grant Agreement between the City and Ward Eight, LLC
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for tenant improvements at the City -owned property located at 629 Howard Street for an
amount not to exceed $100,000. Funding will be provided by the Howard Ridge Tax
Increment Financing District.
For Action
Alderman Burrus motioned for approval with a second. A Roll Call vote was taken with a
result of 8-1 (Alderman Wilson voted nay), and the motion passed.
(A10)0rdinance 26-0-12 Authorizing the Citv Manager to Neqotiate and Execute a
Commercial Lease with Option to Purchase for Property at 629-631 Howard Street
Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 26-0-12, authorizing the City Manager to
negotiate and execute a Commercial Lease with an Option to Purchase for City -owned
property located at 629-631 Howard Street. The proposed lease -to -own agreement is
with Ward Eight, LLC, a wine bar/cocktail lounge.
For Introduction
Alderman Burrus deferred the discussion to Alderman Rainey. Alderman motioned to
suspend the rules. A Roll Call vote was taken with a 9-0 result and the rules were
suspended. She thanked the Council for their support and her constituents and staff
who worked to get this passed. She stated the City paid $237,650.00 for this property,
$40,000.00 to be used for rehab of two apartments, $85,000.00 into the restoration of
the tenant space on the first floor. It is a lease to own contract and the total amount the
City is spending on this project is $362,650.00. She then motioned for approval with a
second and the result was 8-1 (Alderman Wilson voted nay), and the motion passed.
(All8)Ordinance 21-0-12 Amending the Citv Code to Allow Two-Wav Traffic on
Eastwood Avenue from Central Street to the First Allev to the South
Staff recommends the adoption of the proposed ordinance 21-0-12 by which the City
Council would amend Section 10-11-4 (A), Schedule IV (A) of the City Code to allow
two-way traffic on Eastwood Avenue from Central Street to the first alley to the south.
The traffic control signs will be funded by the 1700-1772 Central Street development.
Request suspension of the Rules for Introduction and Action at City Council meeting on
February 27, 2012.
For Introduction and Action
Alderman Burrus motioned to suspend the rules and it received a second, and a Roll
Call vote was taken with the result of 9-0 and the rules were suspended. She then
motioned for approval with a second and a Roll Call vote was taken with a 9-0 vote and
the motion passed.
(A19)0rdinance 22-0-12 Amendina the Citv Code to Prohibit Parking on the West
Side of Eastwood Avenue from Central Street to the First Allev to the South
Staff recommends the adoption of the proposed ordinance 22-0-12 by which the City
Council would amend Section 10-11-8 (A), Schedule VIII (A) of the City Code to. prohibit
parking at all times on the west side of Eastwood Avenue from Central Street to the first
alley to the south. The installation of No Parking signs will be funded by the 1700-1772
Central Street development. Request suspension of the Rules for Introduction and
Action at City Council meeting on February 27, 2012.
For Introduction and Action
Alderman Burrus motioned to have the rules suspended and it received a second. A
Roll Call was taken with a 9-0 result and the rules were suspended. She then motioned
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for approval and was given a second and a Roll Call vote was taken with a 9-0 result
and the motion passed.
(P2)Ordinance 5-0-12 Grantinq a Special Use for a Type 2 Restaurant at
914 % Noyes Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend the adoption of Ordinance 5-0-
12 granting a special use permit for the operation of a Type 2 Restaurant (Ice & a Slice)
at 914 Y2 Noyes Street. A minor amendment addressing truck deliveries is also
recommended for approval. This ordinance was introduced at the February 13, 2012
City Council meeting.
For Action
Alderman Holmes motioned for approval with amendment and it received a second, and
a Roll Call vote was taken and the result was 9-0 and the motion was passed with the
amendment.
(O1)Ordinance 12-0-12 Amendinq the Evanston City Code to Make Certain
Chanqes to the City of Evanston Public Library Board's Authority and Budqet
It is recommended that the City Council consider Ordinance 12-0-12 amending the
Evanston City Code to make certain changes to the Evanston Public Library Board's
authority and budget. In addition, it is recommended that the City Council create a joint
committee with the Library Board to develop recommendations for changes in further
administrative operations of the Library and request the Mayor to appoint two aldermen
to the committee. This ordinance was introduced at the February 13, 2012 City Council
meeting.
For Action
Alderman Fiske motioned for approval and it was seconded. Alderman Rainey voiced her
non-support of the motion for the following reason: (1) It is anti -resident to have a group
of people not elected by the electors who can tax people, (2) It doesn't make sense, it is
Taxation without representation. Alderman Burrus stated she echo's Alderman Rainey's
comments, and she too is in opposition of going forward with the resolution. A Roll Call
was taken and the result was 5-4 (Aldermen Wilson, Holmes, Rainey, Burrus voted nay),
and the motion passed. Alderman Rainey stated the City Manager should reconsider the
matter because it is not an overwhelming support for the motion.
Call of the Wards:
Ward 2, Alderman Braithwaite had no report.
Ward 3, Alderman Wynne she thanked the Mayor for the award and said this should
have other names on the certificate.
Ward 4, Alderman Wilson commented of concerns of high radio signals interference with
telephone, cable and other electronic devices in his ward. He made a referral to the
AP&W committee to have the Legal department draw up an Ordinance to adopt the FCC
regulations and enforce them.
Ward 5, Alderman Holmes had no report.
Ward 6, Alderman Tendam had no report.
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Ward 7, Alderman Grover's next ward meeting would be Thursday at 7 pm at the
Ecology Center. There will be no refreshments but a lot of referenda.
Ward 8, Alderman Rainey she thanked everyone for their support with the wine bar and
wished the new owners success.
Ward 9, Alderman Burrus announced her ward meeting this Wednesday night at the
Levy Center at 7 pm.
Ward 1, Alderman Fiske announced her ward meeting Tuesday, March 6th at the Library
at 7-9 pm.
Alderman Wilson motioned to adjourn and to go into Executive Session to discuss Real
Estate, Security Procedures, Litigation, and Minutes. The meeting ended at 8:34 pm with
a unanimous voice vote.
Submitted by,
Hon. Rodney Greene, City Clerk
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