HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES-2010-08-09-2010CITY COUNCIL
ROLL CALL — PRESENT:
A quorum was present.
PRESIDING:
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Alderman Fiske
Alderman Jean -Baptiste
Alderman Wynne
Alderman Wilson
Alderman Holmes
Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl
August 9, 2010
Alderman Tendam
Alderman Grover
Alderman Rainey
Alderman Burrus
The OFFICIAL REGULAR MEETING of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Tisdahl on
Monday, August 9, 2010 at 8:20 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
Mayor Public Announcements:
Mayor Tisdahl suggested that the library board consider meeting with City Council. Council approved
and a date will be worked out later.
City Manager Public Announcements and Presentations
City Manager Bobkiewicz called on interim chief Klaiber who presented a citizen's award to Luke
Austin -Smith, a young man who, on June 23, 2010, alerted a woman and her son that her house was on
fire due to being struck by Iightning. His quick actions probably saved the lives of the residents but
also helped prevent significant damage to the property.
Mr. Bobkiewicz then introduced Carolyn Dellutri, executive director of Downtown Evanston who gave
a presentation on Downtown Evanston's proposed Varsity Theater Task Force. She reported that
Downtown Evanston is moving forward with creating a vision for a cultural arts facility to be located
upstairs of the former Varsity Theater building on Sherman Ave. A full report can be found on
downtown evanston.org under Business Resources.
Suzette Robinson, Superintendent Streets and Sanitation was called on for her comments. She reported
that since Labor Day was on Monday, September 6, garbage collection would be one day later.
Doug Gaynor, Director, Parks, Recreation & Community Services reminded everyone that the
Community Picnic is on Sunday, August 22 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm in the park on Civic Center
grounds. He also said that there were still spots open for volunteers for the dunk tank.
City Clerk Announcements: None
Citizen Comment:
Adam Zayed representing American Taxi, spoke on the taxicab issue.
Ellen King expressed her opinion on the issue of chickens.
Carl Bova spoke on the issue of water main replacement.
Junad Rizki questioned City of Evanston employees' credit card use (monthly expenditures) and
auditing of those expenditures.
Christopher Stewart (presicent of library board trustees), Mary Griffin, Mike Vasilko, Ellen
Newcomer, Lorraine Hughes and Bernice Valantinas all expressed their concerns regarding the library
issues.
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SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
(SP1) 2011 Water Main Replacement and Street Resurfacing Program
Staff recommends City Council approval of the proposed list of projects to be included
in the 2011 Water Main Replacement and Street Resurfacing Program. In addition,
staff recommends the development of a new 5-Year Street Improvement Plan (FY2012-
FY2016) to be completed in 2011.
For Action
City Manager Bobkiewicz stated that it is time to begin the budget process for FY2011 and that
City Council's one goal is to have more involvement in the development of the Capital
Improvement Program. Tonight we will begin with a preliminary discussion regarding the water
main replacement and street resurfacing projects. He called on Suzette Robinson to give a staff
report regarding the streets we are proposing to start preliminary engineering on. He also stated
that additional discussions will take place at the Special meeting on September 201h
Ms. Robinson reported that this was the 5`h year of a five-year street resurfacing program
previously approved and asked Council for their approval to proceed with the development of a
project list for the next 5 years. She then introduced Paul Schneider, City Engineer, to explain the
selection process and report on the status of the five-year program to -date. He stated that there are
190 miles of roadway pavement and every 5 years the streets are evaluated. The current program
was approved in August 2006. Because of the differential in degradation, roads are reviewed
annually and modifications may be made. Tests and evaluations will be done early next spring
with the intention of presenting a new five year program to Council next summer.
After several brief questions and answers, Mr. Bobkiewicz then directed Council to a list of the
streets currently intended to begin work on but emphasized it is not a final decision. Alderman
Grover moved approval of the Program. Passed 9-0
Mayor Tisdahl recognized Alderman Rainey who asked permission to introduce the Mayor of
Libertyville who was sitting in the audience.
CONSENT AGENDA
(Ml) Approval of Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of July 19, 2010
(M2) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of July 26, 2010
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS
(Al) City of Evanston Payroll through 08/01/10 $2,458,601.31
(A2) City of Evanston Bills through 08/10/10 $2,601,152.81
City of Evanston Credit Card Bills through 06/30/10 $ 100,945.68
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(A3.1) Approval of Contract Award for Vending Machine Services
Staff recommends City Council approval of an agreement with Mark Vend Company
(300 MacArthur Blvd. Northbrook, IL) in response to RFP 10-101 to provide vending
machine services for various City facilities. Mark Vend will share up to 15% of the
proceeds from the sales. 2009 Revenues received were $13,115.67.
For Action
(A3.2) Approval of Contract Award for 2010 Block Curb, Sidewalk and ADA Ramp
Replacement Program (Bid 11-20)
Staff recommends City Council approval of a contract in response to Bid 11-20 to award
the 2010 Block Curb, Sidewalk and ADA Ramp Replacement Program to the lowest
responsive and responsible bidder, Schroeder & Schroeder Inc. (7307 Central Park
Avenue Skokie, IL) in the amount of $97,630. Funding for this work will be from CDBG
Funds $91,666 (Accounts 6170.63030 & 5170.62780) and Capital Improvement Fund
$5,964 (415870.65515).
For Action
(A3.3) Approval of Sole Source Purchase of DataPark System Upgrades for the City Owned
Parking Garages to Comply with New Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards
(PCI DSS)
Staff recommends City Council approval of a sole source purchase of DataPark System
Upgrades through Revcon Technology Group (1715 Cortland Court, Suite 4, Addison,
IL) in the amount of $26,700. The purchase is needed in order to be in compliance with
the new Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS). Funding provided
by the Parking Fund in the amount of $26,700.
For Action
(A3.4) Approval of 911 Communications Center Upgrades
Staff recommends City Council authorization for the City Manager to negotiate and
execute a single source purchase of 911 Center upgrade from Motorola, Inc. (1301 East
Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, IL) to include radio console, E911 telephone, and
furniture in the amount of $849,927.00. Funding is provided in the Emergency
Telephone System budget, account 5150.65625 Furniture, Fixture and Equipment (CIP
Project #415732). Total Budget Amount: $1,249,700.00.
For Action
(A3.5) Approval of Contract Extension to Purchase Rock Salt for FY2010/11 Winter Season
Staff recommends City Council approval of a one year contract extension to Morton
Salt (123 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL) to purchase 6000 tons of salt at the rate of
$57.35 per ton for a total purchase price of $344,100. Funding for this purchase will be
provided by the general fund snow account 2680-65015. The FY2010/11 Budget has
$400,000 allocated in this account for snow and ice control chemicals.
For Action
(A3.6) Approval of TIGER II Grant Application for Construction of the West Evanston Plan
Staff recommends authorization for the City Manager to apply for a TIGER II
Discretionary Grant to fund the construction of the Church Street (McDaniel to
Ashland) and Dodge Avenue (Main to Lyons) "Complete Street" and Streetscaping
Plan. The total cost of funding this project is estimated to be $14,630,000 of which
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$10,600,000 would be funded with TIGER II Grant funds. The remaining $4,030,000
would be funded by the City of Evanston.
For Action
(A3.7) Approval of March 1, 2010 Police and Firefighter Pension Actuarial Report
Staff recommends that City Council review and approve the March 1, 2010 Actuarial
Valuation for usage in the 2009-10 Comprehensive Annual Finance Report, and for
usage in the 2011 Tax Levy for Police and Firefighter funding purposes.
For Action OFF AGENDA
(A4) Resolution 50-R-10 Service Center Short Term Lease Agreement Extension
Staff recommends approval of Resolution 50-R-10 authorizing the City Manager to
extend the current lease of the one bedroom apartment on the second floor of the Service
Center, 2020 Asbury Avenue, to Ms. Sabina Mora from June 21, 2010 through August
31, 2010, to a full year lease set to end on June 30, 2011. Monthly rent will remain
$800.00 per month.
For Action
(A5) Ordinance 52-0-10 Regarding Taxicab Regulation
Staff and members of the Administration and Public Works Committee recommend
City Council passage of Ordinance 52-0-10 amending sections of the City Code relating
to Taxicab Service Regulations. The ordinance was discussed at the July 26, 2010,
Administration and Public Works committee meeting, and was recommended for
Introduction and Action by City Council on August 9, 2010. Request suspension of the
Rules for Introduction and Adoption on August 9, 2010.
For Introduction and Action OFF AGENDA — RETURNED TO COMMITTEE
(A6) Ordinance 65-0-10 Providing for Issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2010
Staff recommends approval of the attached draft ordinance number 65-0-10 for the
issuance of $6.5 million in 20-year tax-exempt and $8.0 million in 9-year taxable General
Obligation Bonds. Ordinance will be completed and signed after the sale date currently
scheduled for August 16, 2010. Request suspension of the Rules for Introduction and
Adoption on August 9, 2010.
For Introduction and Action
(A7) Ordinance 55-0-10, Enacting a New Subsection 3-5-6-Fl of the Citv Code,,
"Classification and License Fees," Class Fl Liquor License
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 55-0-10.
The one day liquor license currently available for events not held on City property,
Class F, permits the sale of beer and wine, but not liquor. The text of this ordinance
mirrors the Class F regulations. Consideration arose from a request by Foodstuffs,
which attended the hearing and presented testimony and facts that supported the
creation of the new class of liquor license. This item was introduced but referred back
to Committee on July, 26, 2010.
For Action OFF AGENDA
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PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(P1) Approval of Plat of Subdivision for 2146 Brown Avenue
Staff recommends Council approval of the proposed plat of subdivision of 2146 Brown
Avenue located in the Rl Single Family Residential zoning district from a single
improved lot into two lots for the purpose of constructing a single-family detached
residence on the resulting unimproved lot. The Site Plan and Appearance Review
Committee (SPAARC) reviewed the proposal on July 28, 2008, and voted to send a
favorable recommendation to the Planning and Development Committee.
For Action
(P2) Approval of Request for an Extension of the Expiration of the Planned Development at
1603 and 1619 Orrington Avenue
Staff recommends Council approval to extend the expiration date of the 1603 and 1619
Orrington Avenue Planned Development by three years to September 1, 2013. Original
authorization was granted by Council with Ordinance 57-0-05, as amended by
Ordinance 62-0-08. The amended ordinance requires complete construction of
proposed retail improvements by September 1, 2010. Due to continuing weak market
conditions, especially in the retail sector, construction has not yet begun. The applicant
requests an extension of the completion date of three years until September 1, 2013.
For Action
(P3) Approval of Request for Sidewalk Cafe for Andv1s Frozen Custard, 719 Church St
Site Plan and Appearance Review Committee (SPAARC) recommends approval of a
first-time application for a sidewalk caf6 (SWC) permit for Andy's Frozen Custard, a
Type 2 Restaurant located at 719 Church St. At the June 28, 2010 Site Plan and
Appearance Review Committee (SPAARC) meeting, the committee reviewed the
findings of the Health Department, Engineering Division and Legal Department. They
approved the request for a SWC permit.
For Action
(P4) Maior Variation Application for 1408 Dempster Street
Staff, the Site Plan and Appearance Review Committee, and the Zoning Board of
Appeals recommend denial of an application for major variations to establish an open
parking space in the front yard of 1408 Dempster Street and to allow an impervious
surface coverage of 49% where the maximum permitted is 45%.
For Action OFF AGENDA
(P5) Ordinance 62-0-10 Grantine a Special Use for a Tvve 2 Restaurant at 616 Davis Street
in the D2 Downtown Retail Core ZoninLy District ("Tinv Dog Bakerv/Cafe")
The Zoning Board of Appeals and staff recommend the adoption of ordinance 62-0-10.
The ordinance specifies that the business shall operate in substantial compliance with
the applicant's testimony and documents on file for the case, including litter collection
plan. Hours of operation limited to 6:00 a.m. — midnight, daily.
For Introduction
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(P6) Ordinance 56-0-10, Granting a Special Use for a Tvge 2 Restaurant at 816 Church
Street in the D3 Downtown Core Development Zoning District ("Five Guys")
The Zoning Board of Appeals and staff recommend the adoption of ordinance 56-0-10
Granting a Special Use for a Type 2 Restaurant at 816 Church Street in the D3
Downtown Core Development Zoning District ("Five Guys"). The Site Plan and
Appearance Review Committee (SPAARC) voted unanimously on June 20, 2010, to
recommend the requested special use permit. On July 6, 2010 the ZBA voted 6-0 to
recommend approval with conditions of the requested special use permit. This
ordinance was introduced at the July 26, 2010 City Council meeting.
For Action
HUMAN SERVICES
(111) Township of Evanston Monthly Bills
Township of Evanston Supervisor recommends that City Council approve the Township
of Evanston bills, payroll, and medical payments for the month of July 2010 in the
amount of $96,468.52.
For Action
(112) Ordinance 64-0-10 Amending Title 8 of the City Code to add Chapter 26, "Mobile Food
Vehicle Vendors"
The Human Services Committee recommends consideration of Ordinance 64-0-10
Amending Title 8 of the city Code to add Chapter 26, "Mobile Food Vehicle Vendors."
This Ordinance was discussed at both the July 8 and the August 2, 2010, Human
Services Committee meetings, and referred to Council for consideration on August 2.
For Action CORRECTION - SHOULD BE FOR INTRODUCTION
(113) Ordinance 23-0-10 Amending Various Sections of Title 9, "Public Safety," Chapter 4,
"Dogs, Cats, Animals, and Fowl," of the City Code
The Human Services Committee recommends consideration of Ordinance 23-0-10
Amending Various Sections of Title 9, "Public Safety," Chapter 4, "Dogs, Cats, Animals,
and Fowl," of the City Code. This issue was discussed at previous meetings of the
Human Services Committee. On August 2, 2010, Ordinance 23-0-10 was referred to the
City Council for consideration.
For Action CORRECTION SHOULD BE FOR INTRODUCTION
OTHER COMMITTEES
(01) Approval to Fund Storefront Improvement for Asha Salon Spa Located at 1604
Sherman Avenue
The Economic Development Committee recommends approval to fund storefront
improvement costs for property located at 1604 Sherman Avenue for the Asha Salon
Spa on a 50/50 cost sharing basis up to $16,000. Funding provided by Washington
National Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District Account 65515, up to $16,000. The
2010-2011 Washington National TIF District Fund Balance is $6,095,963.
For Action
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(02) Approval of Engagement of Consultant for Development of Business Attraction Plan for
Economic Revitalization
The Economic Development Committee recommends approval to engage the consulting
team of Ticknor & Associates and Teska Associates, Inc. to complete a Business
Attraction Plan for Economic Revitalization. Funding provided from the Economic
Development Fund (5300) from Business Attraction and Expansion Account (62660)
with a total 2010-2011 Budget of $291,550. Total expense of Project is $55,000. Year -to -
Date Expenses from Account 5300.62660: $17,640
For Action
(03) Approval of Funds for Howard Street Business Association from the Economic
Development Fund
The Economic Development Committee recommends approval of $9,000 for the Howard
Street Business Association for activities supporting the businesses along Howard Street.
Funding provided from the Economic Development Fund (5300) from Business
Attraction and Expansion Account (62660) with a total 2010-2011 Budget of $291,550.
Total expense of Project is $9,000.
For Action
(04) Ordinance 58-0-10 Granting an Extension Until September 12. 2015, of the Electric
Ordinance to Commonwealth Edison
The Electric Franchise Negotiating Team recommends approval of proposed Ordinance
58-0-10 granting a five year extension of the 1957 electric franchise agreement with
Com Ed until September 12, 2015. The most recent three year extension expired on July
14, 2010 but was extended by City Council adoption on July 12, 2010 for 60 days until
September 12, 2010. The Negotiating Team recommendation also includes an additional
five year option for extension of the agreement beyond September 12, 2015 exclusively at
the City's discretion. This Ordinance was introduced on July 26, 2010.
For Action OFF AGENDA
Consent agenda passes 9-0
(A3.7) Approval of March 1, 2010 Police and Firefighter Pension Actuarial Report
Staff recommends that City Council review and approve the March 1, 2010 Actuarial
Valuation for usage in the 2009-10 Comprehensive Annual Finance Report, and for
usage in the 2011 Tax Levy for Police and Firefighter funding purposes.
For Action OFF AGENDA
Alderman Jean -Baptiste moved approval. Motion was moved and seconded.
Alderman Burrus asked Mr. Lyons to address the assumptions. Mr. Lyons states that this
is the third discussion on this actuarial report but we have gained a lot of valuable
information from comparable communities. We are a little more conservative than the
state's recommendation and that of the peer group of communities but the report shows it
is a step in the right direction but we will need to continue those steps if we are to get a
handle on our funding. One of things we are hopeful of is change at the state level with
either benefit levels, or time for funding of those benefits. His recommendation is that we
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proceed with the report as originally presented and look for a change sometime post -
November for direction from the state.
After several comments from other aldermen, a vote was taken to approve the Report.
Motion passes 7-2 (Opposed - Aldermen Burrus and Wilson)
(A5) Ordinance 52-0-10 Regarding Taxicab Regulation
Staff and members of the Administration and Public Works Committee recommend
City Council passage of Ordinance 52-0-10 amending sections of the City Code relating
to Taxicab Service Regulations. The ordinance was discussed at the July 26, 2010,
Administration and Public Works committee meeting, and was recommended for
Introduction and Action by City Council on August 9, 2010. Request suspension of the
Rules for Introduction and Adoption on August 9, 2010.
For Introduction and Action OFF AGENDA — RETURNED TO COMMITTEE
Alderman Jean -Baptiste reported Council will not be requested to suspend the rules. It will
be held in committee for further discussion.
(A6) Ordinance 65-0-10 Providing for Issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2010
Staff recommends approval of the attached draft ordinance number 65-0-10 for the
issuance of $6.5 million in 20-year tax-exempt and $8.0 million in 9-year taxable General
Obligation Bonds. Ordinance will be completed and signed after the sale date currently
scheduled for August 16, 2010. Request suspension of the Rules for Introduction and
Adoption on August 9, 2010.
For Introduction and Action
Alderman Jean -Baptiste noted that this item was introduced but that there were some
questions at the committee level and they wanted Marty Lyons to clarify some things before
Council suspended the rules. After Mr. Lyons' report, Alderman Jean -Baptiste moved
introduction and it was seconded. He then moved suspension of the rules and it was
seconded. Motion passed in roll call 9-0.
Finally, Alderman Jean -Baptiste moved approval of ordinance, it was seconded and motion
passed in roll call 9-0.
(A7) Ordinance 55-0-10, Enacting a New Subsection 3-5-6-F1 of the Citv Code,
"Classification and License Fees," Class F1 Liquor License
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 55-0-10.
The one day liquor license currently available for events not held on City property,
Class F, permits the sale of beer and wine, but not liquor. The text of this ordinance
mirrors the Class F regulations. Consideration arose from a request by Foodstuffs,
which attended the hearing and presented testimony and facts that supported the
creation of the new class of liquor license. This item was introduced but referred back
to Committee on July, 26, 2010.
For Action OFF AGENDA
Alderman Jean -Baptiste noted this ordinance should be amended, in that the requestor notify
the alderman of his ward when the license is issued, before approval. Motion was made and
seconded and passed in roll call 9-0. Motion to adopt the ordinance as amended was then
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made and seconded and passed in roll call 9-0.
(P4) Major Variation Application for 1408 Dempster Street
Staff, the Site Plan and Appearance Review Committee, and the Zoning Board of
Appeals recommend denial of an application for major variations to establish an open
parking space in the front yard of 1408 Dempster Street and to allow an impervious
surface coverage of 49% where the maximum permitted is 45%.
For Action OFF AGENDA
Alderman Rainey reported that the committee needed more information and did not have the
luxury of the applicant being present to address the issue. It is being held in committee.
(P5) Ordinance 62-0-10 Granting a Special Use for a Tvge 2 Restaurant at 616 Davis Street
in the D2 Downtown Retail Core Zoning District ("Tiny Dog Bakery/Cafe")
The Zoning Board of Appeals and staff recommend the adoption of ordinance 62-0-10.
The ordinance specifies that the business shall operate in substantial compliance with
the applicant's testimony and documents on file for the case, including litter collection
plan. Hours of operation limited to 6:00 a.m. — midnight, daily.
For Introduction
Alderman Rainey yielded to Alderman Wilson who moved to suspend the rules on this
ordinance. He explained that this is a bakery and they have a two and a half -month
build -out window but won't be able to begin until this request is approved. To wait for
approval at the next Council meeting, which won't be until mid September, would put the
applicant past the holiday season. It is not an ideal time to start a business in a post
holiday environment. Therefore; he asked Council to move forward with this action
tonight. Motion was ,made and seconded to suspend the rules. Motion passed in roll
call 9-0. Motion was made and seconded to approve the ordinance. Motion passed in
roll call 9-0.
Mayor Tisdahl recognized Alderman Rainey who "made a pitch" for another suspension
of the rules. She stated she was going to make a call of the wards and suggest that the
Rules Committee return to two meetings in August explaining that asking people to wait
for over a month from one meeting to the next is alot to ask. She also made a motion to
consider suspending the rules for the food truck ordinance. It was seconded. In point of
procedure, Alderman Jean -Baptiste asked City Attorney if notice to suspend the rules
needed to be given beforehand. Mr. Farrar replied that there may have been some
confusion in the way it was posted on the agenda but with the clarification that it is up for
introduction, it is proper for aldermen to suspend the rules and have action. Alderman
Wilson expressed his support of the motion. Alderman Wynne pointed out that there is a
typo on Page 4 of the ordinance and page 476 of the packet — subsection "G". It was
noted that the error was mentioned in Human Services and the correction will be made.
Alderman Fiske does not support the suspension of rules because she still has questions
and is concerned that the downtown restaurant owners should be given the chance to
be heard. An email was received listing five other restaurant owners who may also be
considering having mobile food trucks. She feels we need to look at the implications of
having six mobile food trucks operating in our City and how we will control them and
have them operate without negatively impacting some restaurants and related businesses.
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Alderman Rainey recommended an amendment to the ordinance that would allow for
only one food truck license and to consider each application on a case -by -case basis as is
done with the liquor license applications. Alderman Fiske then wanted to amend the
ordinance to insure that the mobile food truck not be allowed to operate in the RI single-
family residential areas, specifically along the lakefront. After several other concerns
were addressed, a roll call vote was taken to suspend the rules. Vote was 8-1 (Opposed
by Alderman Fiske). Motion did not pass.
(04) Ordinance 58-0-10 Granting an Extension Until September 12, 2015, of the Electric
Ordinance to Commonwealth Edison
The Electric Franchise Negotiating Team recommends approval of proposed Ordinance
58-0-10 granting a five year extension of the 1957 electric franchise agreement with
Com Ed until September 12, 2015. The most recent three year extension expired on July
14, 2010 but was extended by City Council adoption on July 12, 2010 for 60 days until
September 12, 2010. The Negotiating Team recommendation also includes an additional
five year option for extension of the agreement beyond September 12, 2015 exclusively at
the City's discretion. This Ordinance was introduced on July 26, 2010.
For Action OFF AGENDA
Alderman Wilson explained that the Electric Franchise Negotiating Team wants to
recommend a five year extension of the agreement plus an additional five year option for
the extension of the agreement. Alderman Rainey opposes and prefers a three-year
extension. Motion was made and seconded. Ordinance passed 8-1 (Opposed — Rainey).
Call of the Wards:
Ward 1 - Alderman Fiske: thanked Mayor Tisdahl for her interactions with the Library
Board. She then reminded everyone of the quarterly meeting on September 7th from
7pm - 9pm to be held in the Public Library's community room on the first floor.
Ward 2 - Alderman Jean -Baptiste: no report
Ward 3 - Alderman Wynne: no report
Ward 4 — Alderman Wilson: thanked individuals who attended National Night Out
Ward 5 — Alderman Holmes: thanked Mayor Tisdahl for her encouraging words to the
community regarding the library and she hopes the Library Board will meet with Council
in September.
Ward 6 — Alderman Tendam: thanked the Evanston Police Department for their efforts
on National Night Out and Chief Eddington for coming in from vacation to help out that
evening.
Ward 7 — Alderman Grover: no report
Ward 8 — Alderman Rainey: made reference to the Rules Committee that no public body
in the City of Evanston, whether elected or appointed, shall alter the method of funding
that is based on property taxes without a public, proper notice of a public hearing.
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On another matter, she said she felt obligated to point out that she has received some
vicious emails to her message board and pointed out that those who do so demean
themselves. Her message board is hers and she resents anyone attempting to destroy it.
She declared that any message posted on her board without the sender being identified
would be removed.
Ward 9 — Alderman Burrus: She has a reference for A&PW on plastic bag tax. Her
intern, Chris Lee has been working closely with Mr. Michael Drennan as well as City
attorneys on best practices and what other communities are doing. She reported that she
met with Aldi managers and discussed how they can be more involved in the community.
In conclusion, she praised Alderman Rainey and said she appreciated spending time on
Council with someone she can trust 100% of the time.
Alderman Jean -Baptiste then traded several comments with Alderman Rainey.
Alderman Grover made reference to the Rules Committee about amending Council rules
to specifically address decorum and civility in our discussions so we have a better
understanding of what is required.
Alderman Rainey then made reference to the Rules Committee to look at the section on
civil unrest in our municipal code. She believes it was written in 1954 and feels it now
needs review.
Mayor Tisdahl finished by saying she will probably become chair of the Rules
Committee and will look into the matter.
Alderman Wilson motioned to adjourn and convene into Executive Session. Motion was
seconded and passed 9-0 in roll call.
Meeting adjourned at 10:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by Elaine Autwell, Deputy City Clerk.
A recording will be available in the City Clerk's office after approval by Council.
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