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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
8:30 P.M.
Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center
Council Chamber
Roll Call Alderman Rainey Alderman Wilson
Alderman Burrus Alderman Holmes
Alderman Fiske Alderman Tendam
Alderman Jean -Baptiste Alderman Grover
Alderman Wynne
A quorum was present
Presiding Officer: Mayor Tisdahl
The regular session of the City Council was called to order at 8:31 pm on Tuesday
September 29, 2009 in the Council Chamber of the Lorraine H. Morton Civic
Center.
Mavor Public Announcements:
Mayor Tisdahl mentioned her attendance at the Illinois Municipal Clerk's
Conference and the knowledge she obtained to assists her in conducting the Council
meetings.
Proclamations:
Fire Prevention Week (October 4th — loth, 2009) Tom Janetske, Division Chief/ Fire
Prevention/Emergency Preparedness, encouraged all to check their smoke alarms,
and to visit their Fire Stations in their prospective communities on October 3rd
(these stations will be open from 1 until 4 pm).
National Disabilities Employment Awareness Month (October, 2009)
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Citv Manager.Public Announcements & Presentations:
City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz stated he had announcements and one presentation
that would be presented by various members of the City staff.
Doug Gaynor, Director, Parks/Forestry /Facilities Management announced the
Green Living Festival October 3rd and the Bike the Ridge activity on October 41h
that would beheld from 9am to 12 noon. It would begin at Howard Street and end at
Church Street.
Suzette Eggleston, Superintendent, Streets & Sanitation announced the Cans fore
Cash contest during October that is can collection month.
Police Chief Eddington presented the Cook County Crime Stoppers Award to
Alderman Rainey for her leadership in her ward.
8th Ward Alderman Rainey announced the citizen who nominated her, MJ Carson,
died suddenly this week.
Citv Manager's Schedule for Specific Goal Discussions:
The City Manager announced the dates for the upcoming discussions on the twelve
goals that the Council decided to be important.
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October 12th
October 19th —SPECIAL MEETING
October 26th
November 9th
November 16th — SPECIAL MEETING
November 23rd
Budget
Safety, Federal/State/Regional
Government
Affairs Agenda
Budget, Capital Improvement Program
Planning
Economic Development, Efficiency &
Effectiveness of Services
Affordable Housing
Climate Action Plan, Lakefront
Development, Robert Crown Center
Improvements
Police & Fire Pension Funding Issues,
Northwestern University Relationships
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The City Manager spoke of establishing a five day concentrated budget planning
process. He suggested an overview meeting on a Saturday, followed by three
meetings during the day.
Mayor Tisdahl announced she had been approached by citizens to appoint a Budget
Task Force to discuss budget planning. This committee would create more
community input and support for our budget decisions and will give Council
another tool to assist in our budget proposals. Council members may give
nominations to the Mayor.
Concerns expressed by the Aldermen were: will there be a professional facilitator,
is it open to all citizens, can it be accomplished in two months, what will be the
length of time, will it be on consecutive days and times, and will the meetings be at
night. The City Manager responded the Council members are welcomed, and he and
staff would get back to the Council at the next Council meeting with a detailed
schedule of a time frame for the meetings.
Mayor Tisdahl asked for a motion to accept her proposal to create the Task Force.
Alderman Grover made a motion authorizing the Mayor to appoint a Citizen
Budget Task Force to plan with City Staff and the City Manager's Office. Alderman
Holmes seconded the motion, a voice vote was taken and the motion passed.
City Manager stated he would report at the next meeting with an abbreviated
proposal of the proposed process.
Communications City Clerk:
No Report
Citizen Comment Agenda Items:
Dickelle Fonda,1220 Darrow, spoke on Agenda item APP1. She supports the
nomination of Stelios Valavanis, and also on the stop the box campaign by AT&T.
She spoke how AT&T used defective and antiquated equipment and did not adhere
to their original proposals.
Alan Gratch, 1134 Judson, spoke on Agenda item APPI, and support for the
nomination of Stelios Valavanis to the SPARC committee.
Andrew Spatz, 1216, spoke on the Green Building Ordinance. He is LEED certified
and his company is 100% behind the Green Building Ordinance to decrease the
carbon footprint. He suggested to expanding section two.
Junad Rizki, 2762 Ridge, spoke on item A8. He asked if any Council member would
be taking advantage of this benefit. He suggested all Council members should
recluse themselves because it is voting on their compensation and it is illegal.
Tom Conley, 1632 Sheridan, spoke on the Sheridan and Church Street traffic light.
He thanked all who listened to the citizens concerns, but he felt this was an after
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thought and a small plan, and he wishes that the City look at larger plans in the
future.
Beth Rodriquez,1745 Hinman Ave., spoke on the traffic light proposed for Sheridan
and Church Street. She stated the views of the neighborhood Moms who support the
proposal for placing a stop light.
Susan Besson,1300 Isabella, spoke in support of the Green Building Ordinance. She
is looking for the passage of the Ordinance so that Evanston will reach its status of
sustainability.
Page Finnegan, 525 Elmwood, spoke on the Green Building Ordinance and
provided some background history of the formulation of the green building
initiative. She encouraged the Council to pass the Ordinance.
Len Sciarra, 3003 Park Place, spoke of the changes made which are now included in
the- Ordinance.
Jonathan Perman, Evanston Chamber of Commerce, spoke on the Green Building
Ordinance. He thanked the City staff and the Mayor for proposing the Green
Building Ordinance. He also suggested some incentives for businesses to comply
with the Ordinance.
Mammie Smith -Faust, 339 Custer Ave., spoke of her excitement of seeing the
renovation of Fleetwood-Jourdain. She also spoke on health care insurance and was
hoping the Council would support health care relief.
Non -Agenda Items:
Tess Dinestein, 819 Reba Place, a 3`d grader, spoke on changing the Ordinance to
allow citizens to raise chickens as pets. She believes raising chickens would make
good science projects. She stated other people want to raise chickens, you could get
eggs which are better than store bought. She also stated Chicago has chickens and
she believes Evanston should have them too.
Alec Dinestein, 819 Reba Place, 71h grader at King Lab School (brother of Tess). He
too spoke on the issue of raising chickens. He pointed out chickens are less
destructive than dogs. His mom had one when she was young and no one cared. He
also mentioned chickens being allowed in Chicago and chickens do not cause any
health issues.
Items removed from the Consent Agenda:
(A3.1)*Actuarial Report for Fire and Police Pension Obligations
Recommend approval of the actuarial report by motion for usage in the 2009 tax
levy process. The percentage increase in the Annual Required Contribution from
2008 to 2009 is 9.6% or $1,235,904. The unfunded liability for both funds increased
from $145,792,613 to $158,899,155.
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(A3.2)*Acceptance of 2008-09 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Recommend acceptance of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for
FY2008-2009. Each Year the City completes an independent review of the City's
financial status. This Annual Audit must be completed within 180 days of the close
of the fiscal year. Our Audit was completed this year in a timely manner in
cooperation with our independent Auditor, Baker, Tilly, Virchow, Kraus. The City
is again applying for the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the
Government Finance Officers Association.
(Al2)* Ordinance 85-0-09 Amending Title 3, Chapter 13 of the Evanston Citv
Code, "Peddlers and Solicitors"
Consideration of proposed ordinance amending title 3, Chapter 13 of the Evanston
City Code "Peddlers & Solicitors" at the Northwestern University athletic complex
on Central Street. A similar ordinance applies to Evanston Township High School
athletic events. SUSPENSION OF RULES REQUESTED
For Introduction and Action
(A15)* Ordinance 84-0-09 Amending the Citv Code to Establish a Traffic Signal at
Sheridan Road and Church Street
Consideration of proposed ordinance 84-0-09 by which the City Council would
amend Section 10-11-5, Schedule V (G) of the City Code to establish a traffic signal
at Sheridan Road and Church Street.
For Action
(P3)* Consideration of Recommendation to Authorize Citv Manager or His
Designee to Modifv Loan Agreement for Proiects at 602 Mulford and 736-738
Dobson
Consideration of request to modify projects to reduce the number of HOME
assisted units to the number of units already sold for the Reba Place Development
Corporation (RPDC) project at 602 Mulford and the Evanston Community
Development Association (ECDA) project at 736-738 Dobson. Staff recommends the
loan modifications.
For Action
(P7)* Ordinance 66-0-09, Amending Various Portions of the Zoning Ordinance
Relating to Air Conditioning Equipment
Consideration of Ordinance 66-0-09 amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance to
include exceptions to the prohibition of placing air conditioning equipment in the
required street side yard or closer than ten feet from any property line in specific
circumstances, as recommended by the Plan Commission.
For Action
(H2)* Ordinance 14-0-09 Adopting the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership
in Enerev and Environmental Design Green Building Rating SvstemTM for Certain
Construction and Renovation Proiects in the Citv
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Consideration of proposed ordinance 14-0-09 adopting the U.S. Green Building
Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Green Building Rating,
SystemTM for Certain Construction and Renovation Projects in the City. The
ordinance was introduced at the June 22, 2009 City Council meeting and referred to
the City Manager's Office for further review. For Action
City Clerk announced corrections to the minutes before the Consent Agenda was
read.
APPROVED ITEMS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA WILL HAVE AN M.
CONSENT AGENDA
(Ml)* Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 14,
2009 with the amended corrections.
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS
(Al)* City of Evanston Payroll through 9/13/09 $2,404,500.33
(A2)* City of Evanston Bills through 9/30/09 $3,734,800.38
(A3.3)*Approval of Armored Car Services Contract (RFP 10-46)
Recommend award of RFP #10-46 to Garda (2100 W. 21st Street, Broadview, IL)
for a two year contract with the option to renew for three additional years. Garda
has agreed to no increase in cost for the second year of the contract. Since charges
are based on volume, it is recommended that Council approves a not to exceed
amount of $75,000. This is $23,000 less than the current year budget. Funding for
the contract will be provided by both the Revenue Division ($40,000) and the
Parking Fund ($58,000).
(A3.4)*Approval of the Lowest Responsible and Responsive Bid (10-50) for the Fire
Station #2 HVAC Upgrade Project
Recommend approval of the lowest responsible and responsive bid for the
installation of replacement HVAC system and controls at the Evanston Fire Station
2 from R. J. Olmen Co. (3200 West Lake Ave. Glenview, IL) in the amount of
$175,500.00. Funding provided by three accounts: $72,136.69 from Fire Station 2 Air
Handler and Condenser Replacement Project CIP account; $25,000 from Fire Station
#1 Window Replacement Project account; and $80,000 from Fire Station #5 CIP
account. Use of these funds will not affect the scope of work for the Fire Station #1
Window Replacement project or the Fire Station #S project.
(A3.5)*Approval of Lowest Responsible and Responsive Bid (10-55) for the Fire
Station #1 Window Replacement Proiect
Recommend approval of the lowest responsible and responsive bid (10-55) for the
removal and replacement of the failing exterior windows at Fire Station #1 to IFD,
Inc. (405 Lively Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL) in the amount of $53,601.00. Funding
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provided by the Fire Station #1 Window Replacement CIP project Funds.
(A3.6)*Approval of Contract for Professional Services for the Brummel-Richmond
Tot Lot Renovation Proiect (RFP #10-60)
Recommend approval of a professional services contract for the Brummel-
Richmond Tot Lot Renovation Project with JJR (35 E. Wacker Drive, Suite 2200,
Chicago, IL) in the amount of $25,700.00. Funding provided by the City's FY 2010
CIP.
(A3.7)*Approval of Lowest Responsible and Responsive Bid (10-63) for the
Emergencv Library Streetscape Proiect
Recommend award of the lowest, responsive and responsible bid (10-63) for the
emergency Library Streetscape Project to Schroeder & Schroeder Inc., (7307
Central Park Avenue, Skokie, IL) in the amount of $251,795; which includes the
alternate bid amount of.$9,950. The alternate bird includes poetry stamped concrete
on the ramp. Funding provided by the Washington TIF Fund.
(A3.8)*Approval of Purchase of Trees for Fall Planting
Recommend approval of the purchase of 300 trees from the Suburban Tree
Consortium (STC) in the amount of $60,140.00 and the contractual planting cost of
$13,800.00. The total expenditure for the purchase of the trees and the contract for
planting is $73,945.00. Funding provided by a General Fund line item in the
Parks/Forestry Division budget (50%) and a transfer from the private elm
insurance reserve fund (50%).
(A3.9)*Approval of Contract Extension for Work Clothing
Recommend approval of renewal of existing contract with Uniforms to You/Cintas
for $40,000 and an additional year as provided in the contract, for the purchase of
work uniforms for AFSCME field employees in various operating departments.
Funding provided by the General Fund Municipal Service Center account
(A4.1)*Approval of Change Order #1 for the Foster Field Renovations, Phase 1B
Proiect (Bid 10-42)
Recommend approval of change order #1 in the amount of $98,076 from G.A.
Johnson & Son (828 Foster Street, Evanston, IL) for the Foster Field Renovations
Project, Phase 1B. This change order will increase the contract amount from
$2,075,820.40 to $2,408,715.40. Funding provided by CDBG funds.
(A4.2)*Approval of Change Order #2 for the 2009 Water Main and Street
Resurfacing Contract
Recommend approval of Change Order No. 2 to the agreement for the 2009 Water
Main and Street Resurfacing contract with Bolder Contractors (ADDRESS) in the
amount of $332,895 for the Sheridan Road water main reconstruction project
(Central to Ingleside) This change order will increase the contract amount from
$2,075,820.40 to $2,408,715.40. Funding provided by the Water Fund.
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(A4.3)*Approval of Change Order #2 for the Construction Engineering Services -
2009 MFT and CIP Street ResurfacinLy Contract
Recommend approval of Change Order No. 2 to the agreement for the Construction
Engineering Services - 2009 MFT and CIP Street Resurfacing contract with Gewalt
Hamilton Associates, Inc. (ADDRESS) in the amount of $27,100 for the Sheridan
Road water main reconstruction (Central to Ingleside). This change order will
increase the contract amount from $152,910 to $180,010. Funding provided by the
Water Fund.
(AS)* Resolution 69-R-09 Authorizing the Citv Manager to Execute an Amendment
to the North Standpipe Lease Agreement Between the Citv and Sprintcom, Inc.
Consideration of proposed resolution 69-R-09 authorizing the City Manager to
execute an amendment to the North Standpipe Lease Agreement between the City of
Evanston and Sprintcom, Inc.
For Action
(A6)* Resolution 70-R-09 Authorizing the Citv Manager to Execute an Amendment
to the South Standpipe Lease Agreement Between the Citv and Sprintcom, Inc.
Consideration of proposed resolution 70-R-09 authorizing the City Manager to
execute an amendment to the South Standpipe Lease Agreement between the City of
Evanston and Sprintcom, Inc.
For Action
(A7)* Resolution 71-R-09 Authorizing the Citv Manager to Execute an
Intergovernmental Agreement for the Purpose of Purchasing Health and Other
Related Insurance Benefits Through the Intergovernmental Personnel Benefit
Cooperative
Consideration of proposed resolution 71-R-09 authorizing the City Manager to
execute an intergovernmental agreement for the purpose of purchasing health and
other related insurance benefits through the Intergovernmental Personnel Benefit
Cooperative.
For Action
(A8)* Resolution 74-R-09 Authorizing the City Manager Expand the Citv of
Evanston Benefits Program to Include Health Related Benefits, Including
Insurance, to Same Sex Domestic Partners
Consideration of proposed resolution 74-R-09 authorizing the City Manager to
expand the City of Evanston Benefits Program to include health related benefits,
including insurance, to same sex domestic partners.
For Action
(A9)* Ordinance 65-0-09 Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Fleet Vehicles and
Equipment Owned by the Citv of Evanston (Obenauf Auction Service Municipal
Equipment Auction)
Consideration of proposed Ordinance 65-0-09 Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Fleet
Vehicles and Equipment Owned by the City of Evanston. For Introduction
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(A10)* Ordinance 81-0-09 Authorizing the Payment of Redevelopment Project
Costs and Distribution of Excess Monies for the Redevelopment Project Area of the
City of Evanston, Illinois ("Downtown II TIF")
Consideration of proposed ordinance 81-0-09 authorizing the payment of
redevelopment project costs and distribution of excess monies for the redevelopment
project area of the City of Evanston, Illinois ("Downtown II TIF").
For Introduction
(All)*Ordinance 82-0-09 Terminating the Redevelopment Project Area of the City
of Evanston, Illinois, and Related Matters ("Downtown II TIF")
Consideration of proposed ordinance 82-0-09 terminating the redevelopment
project area of the City of Evanston, Illinois, and related matters ("Downtown II
TIF")
For Introduction
(A13)* Ordinance 78-0-09 Decrease in the Number of Class C Liquor Licenses,
Jacky's Bistro
Consideration of proposed ordinance 78-0-09 amending Section 3-5-6(C) of the City
Code to decrease the number of Class C liquor licenses from 24 to 23 due to the
closing of Bistro Enterprises, Inc. (2545 Prairie Avenue, 60201).
For Action
(A14)* Ordinance 79-0-09 Increase in the Number of Class C Liquor Licenses,
Jacky's On Prairie
Consideration of proposed ordinance 79-0-09 amending Section 3-5-6(C) of the City
Code to increase the number of Class C liquor licenses from 23 to 24 due to the
opening of Jacky's On Prairie (2545 Prairie Avenue, 60201).
For Action
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
(P1)* Recapitalization of Downpayment Assistance Program with $550,000 in
HOME and Affordable Housing Funds
Consideration of recommendation to approve committing additional funding for the
City's Downpayment Assistance Program with HOME and Affordable Housing
Funds and proposes some minor changes. The Housing Commission and staff
recommend approval.
For Action
(P2)* Request from Connections for the Homeless for Families In Transition Funds
Consideration of recommendation for approval of request by Connections for the
Homeless for a Families in Transition rent subsidy for a 3rd family this year.
Program is funded through the Affordable Housing Fund, not to exceed $6,180 for
one year. The Housing Commission recommends approval.
For Action
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(P4)* Ordinance 83-0-09 Amending the Citv of Evanston Municipal Code by
Removing all References to the Property Services Board
Consideration of Ordinance 83-0-09, eliminating the Property Services Board
which is not currently staffed and essentially became obsolete after the
Administrative Hearings Division was created. Staff recommends approval.
For Introduction
The following items (P5 through P12) propose minor text amendments to the Zoning
Ordinance:
(P5)* Ordinance 93-0-09, Amending Section 6-3-8-12 of the Zoning Ordinance.
which Establishes the "Minimum Change Necessarv" as a Standard for Zoning
Variations
Consideration of Ordinance 93-0-09, amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance
which requires a finding of "minimum change necessary" as a standard for
variations, recommended by the Plan Commission.
For Introduction
(P6)* Ordinance 94-0-09, Amending Subsection 6-3-8-3(A) of the Zoning Ordinance
to Make Second -Floor Additions to Certain Legal Non-Complving Structures
Minor Variations
Consideration of Ordinance 94-0-09, amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance to
make second floor additions atop existing one-story residences which are already
legally non -conforming with respect to interior side yard setbacks eligible for minor
variations, recommended by the Plan Commission.
For Introduction
(P8)* Ordinance 67-0-09, Amending Various Portions of Section 6-18-3 of the
Zoning Ordinance. "Definitions"
Consideration of Ordinance 67-0-09, amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance to
add definitions for "Car and Truck Rental Establishment" and "Livetwork Unit"
and to update the current definitions of "Community Center," Restaurant, Type 1"
and "Restaurant, Type 2," as recommended by the Plan Commission.
For Action
(P9)* Ordinance 68-0-09, Enacting a New Subsection 6-4-8-3 (A)6 of the Zoning
Ordinance, "Portable Outdoor Moving Containers"
Consideration of Ordinance 68-0-09, adding a new subsection to the Zoning
Ordinance permitting portable outdoor moving containers ("PODS") as a
temporary use in residential districts, as recommended by the Plan Commission.
For Action
(P10)* Ordinance 69-0-09, Enacting a New Subsection 6-3-6-4 (D) of the Zoning
Ordinance
Consideration of Ordinance 69-0-09, adding a new subsection to the Zoning
Ordinance making the expiration period of Planned Developments explicit, as
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recommended by the Plan Commission.
For Action
(P1W Ordinance 88-0-09, Amending Portions of the Zoning Ordinance Related to
the MXE Mixed Use Employment District
Consideration of Ordinance 88-0-09, amending various sections of the Zoning
Ordinance to correct errors of omission resulting from the addition of the MXE
zoning district, as recommended by the Plan Commission.
(P12)* Ordinance 89-0-09, Enacting a New Subsection 6-3-5-15 (D) of the Zoning
For Action
Ordinance Allowing for the Expiration of Special Use Permits by Termination or
Abandonment Consideration of Ordinance 89-0-09, adding a new subsection to the
Zoning Ordinance allowing for the expiration of Special Use permits following a 24-
month period of discontinuance by termination or abandonment, as recommended
by the Plan Commission. For Action
(P13)* Ordinance 87-0-09 Amending Portions of the Text of Chapter 14 of the
Zoning Ordinance, "Industrial Districts"
Consideration of Ordinance 87-0-09amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance to
remove Membership Organization and Religious Institution from the List of
Permitted and Special Uses in the I1 "Industrial/Office," I2 "General Industrial,"
and I3 "General Industrial" zoning districts.
For Action
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
(H1)* Evanston Township August 2009 Bills List
Recommend approval of the Evanston Township bills, payroll, and medical
payments for the month of August 2009 in the amount of $96,174.22.
(APP1)* For Appointment Confirmation:
Alderman Tendam moved to approve the Consent Agenda, with a second from Alderman
Holmes. A Roll Call was taken with results of 9 -0, Consent Agenda approved.
Items for Discussion:
(A3.1)*Actuarial Report for Fire and Police Pension Obligations
Recommend approval of the actuarial report by motion for usage in the 2009 tax
levy process. The percentage increase in the Annual Required Contribution from
2008 to 2009 is 9.6% or $1,235,904. The unfunded liability for both funds increased
from $145,792,613 to $158,899,155.
Alderman Rainey announced this item will be held over until the next committee
meeting.
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(A3.2)*Acceptance of 2008-09 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Recommend acceptance of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for
FY2008-2009. Each Year the City completes an independent review of the City's
financial status. This Annual Audit must be completed within 180 days of the close
of the fiscal year. Our Audit was completed this year in a timely manner in
cooperation with our independent Auditor, Baker, Tilly, Virchow, Kraus. The City
is again applying for the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the
Government Finance Officers Association.
Alderman Rainey announced this item will be held over until the next committee
meeting.
(Al2)* Ordinance 85-0-09 Amending Title 3, Chapter 13 of the Evanston Citv
Code, "Peddlers and Solicitors"
Consideration of proposed ordinance amending title 3, Chapter 13 of the Evanston
City Code "Peddlers & Solicitors" at the Northwestern University athletic complex
on Central Street. A similar ordinance applies to Evanston Township High School
athletic events. SUSPENSION OF RULES REQUESTED
For Introduction and Action
Alderman Rainey announced that in committee the vote was 3-2 to do nothing. There was
a lengthy discussion between the Evanston Police Department and the Northwestern
University Police as well as the Aldermen to obtain clarity of the Ordinance. Alderman
Holmes moved to accept the Ordinance as presented with a second from Alderman
Tendam. Following that motion, Alderman Jean -Baptiste made a motion to create a non -
licensed free zone, a second was given by Alderman Wilson. A roll call resulted in a •7-2
vote to deny the motion (Aldermen Fiske and Jean -Baptiste voted yes). The final
decision was to amendment to have a have a report of the effectiveness of the Ordinance
at the end of the Basketball season. A roll call was taken with a vote of 7-2 to pass the
Ordinance. (Aldermen Fiske and Jean -Baptiste voted no).
(A15)* Ordinance 84-0-09 Amending the Citv Code to Establish a Traffic Signal at
Sheridan Road and Church Street
Consideration of proposed ordinance 84-0-09 by which the City Council would
amend Section 10-11-5, Schedule V (G) of the City Code to establish a traffic signal
at Sheridan Road and Church Street.
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned to approve the passing of the Ordinance, with a second from
Alderman Holmes. A roll call was taken with the result of a 9-0 vote, and the Ordinance
passed.
(P3)* Consideration of Recommendation to Authorize Citv Manager or His
Designee to Modifv Loan Agreement for Proiects at 602 Mulford and 736-738
Dobson
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Consideration of request to modify projects to reduce the number of HOME
assisted units to the number of units already sold for the Reba Place Development
Corporation (RPDC) project at 602 Mulford and the Evanston Community
Development Association (ECDA) project at 736-738 Dobson. Staff recommends the
loan modifications.
For Action
Alderman Wynne motioned to modify the loan agreement to only include the project at
602 Mulford, with a second from Alderman Holmes. The motion passed with a
unanimous voice vote.
(P7)* Ordinance 66-0-09, Amendine Various Portions of the Zoning Ordinance
Relatine to Air Conditioning Equipment
Consideration of Ordinance 66-0-09 amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance to
include exceptions to the prohibition of placing air conditioning equipment in the
required street side yard or closer than ten feet from any property line in specific
circumstances, as recommended by the Plan Commission.
For Action
Alderman Wynne motioned to have two modifications to the Ordinance section 6.4.6.9,
subsection B, subsectionl. The wording would permit the required rear yard and ten feet
from the property's side line. Alderman Holmes seconded the motion. A roll call was
taken and the motion passed. Alderman Tendam motioned to accept the Ordinance with a
second from Alderman Holmes. A Roll call vote was taken with and the motion passed.
(H2)* Ordinance 14-0-09 Adopting the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership
in Enerev and Environmental Design Green Building Rating SvstemTM for Certain
Construction and Renovation Proiects in the Citv
Consideration of proposed ordinance 14-0-09 adopting the U.S. Green Building
Council's Leadership in Energy, and Environmental Design Green Building Rating
SystemTM for Certain Construction and Renovation Projects in the City. The
Ordinance was introduced at the June 22, 2009 City Council meeting and referred
to the City Manager's Office for further review.
For Action
Alderman Jean -Baptiste motioned for acceptance and seconded by Alderman Holmes.
Alderman Jean -Baptiste wanted to add to section 2 paragraph C "shall achieve final
LEED Certification" of commercial and multifamily buildings over twenty-five thousand
feet or similar in height. Alderman Holmes seconded the amendment. Also for 1 B the
language would change to accommodate the tenant who is not doing major renovations in
their domicile. Alderman Holmes seconded his added language. Aldermen, Legal
Department, City staff, and the City Manager made comments. The final decision was to
hold the Ordinance as moved by Alderman Holmes and seconded by Alderman Tendam.
A voice vote was unanimous.
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Call of the Wards:
Ward 8: Alderman Rainey reminded all to Bike the Ridge this Sunday from 9 am until
12 noon.
Ward 9: Alderman Burr -us had no report.
Ward 1: Alderman Fiske announced the University Committee meeting which will take
place Monday, October 5th, in the Aldermanic Library. The discussion will be on the
Seaberry-Western and the use of the property by Northwestern.
Ward 2: Alderman Jean -Baptiste had no report.
Ward 3: Alderman Wynne had no report.
Ward 4: Alderman Wilson also mentioned the Bike the Ridge.
Ward 5: Alderman Holmes had no report.
Ward 6: Alderman Tendam wanted to thank staff for their work on benefits package.
Ward 7: Alderman Grover announced a meeting on October 7th at 6pm in McCulloch
Park concerning tree removal. Also on October 15th Aldermen Grover and Tendam at 7 —
8:30 pm will have a joint meeting in the Ecology Center.
Alderman Jean -Baptiste was nominated and voted the new chairperson for the Civic
Center Committee.
Mayor Tisdahl called for a motion for adjournment. Alderman Holmes motioned and
seconded by Alderman Wilson.
A roll call was taken and the result was 9-0. The meeting was adjourned at 11:31
Pm.
Respectfully submitted
Rodney Greene, City Clerk
A recording of this meeting will be available in the Clerk's Office, room 1200
Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center.
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