HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES-2009-05-11-2009May 11, 2009
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
INAUGURAL MEETING
78TH City Council
Monday, May 11, 2009
8:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 2ND FLOOR
CIVIC CENTER
PRESIDING: Mayor Lorraine Morton
Mayor Morton invited Father Oldershaw to come and give the Invocation.
I. Invocation:
Father Oldershaw offered a prayer of blessing for the newly elected officials and
one of gratitude for the past officials. He gave a past history of the growth
and leadership of the City of Evanston. He asked for wisdom and humility
for the new Aldermen and Mayor Tisdahl, and he asked for compassion
for the Evanston community and strength and inspiration to move forward.
II. Administration of Athenian Oaths of Citizenship and Oaths of Office to
Mayor, City Clerk, Township Supervisor:
The Honorable Judge Joy Cunningham gave explanations of why the
Athenian Oath of Citizenship and the Oath of Office were being administered.
She explained the administration of the Oath of Office is the public affirmation
of the public office that the elected officials were going in to serve. It signifies
you are no longer a private citizen but you belong to the citizens of Evanston
and the citizens of Illinois. It's a symbolic manifestation of your commitment
to the citizens you will serve as elected officials. She then gave an explanation
for the Athenian Oath. This Oath is performed to declare your citizenry to the
citizens of Evanston Judge Cunningham then administered both the Athenian
Oath of Citizenship as well as the Oath of Office to Mayor Tisdahl, City Clerk
Greene and Township Supervisor Vance.
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III. Administration of Athenian Oaths of Citizenship and Oaths of Office to
Aldermen:
Then Newly Elected Mayor Tisdahl, administered the Athenian Oaths of
Citizenship and The Oaths of Office to the nine Aldermen separately.
Mayor Tisdahl, then officially opened the 78th City Council meeting of
Evanston and asked for a roll call.
ROLL CALL — PRESENT:
Alderman Fiske Alderman Holmes
Alderman Jean -Baptiste Alderman Tendam
Alderman Wynne Alderman Grover
Alderman Wilson Alderman Rainey
A Quorum was present. Alderman Burrus
PRESIDING: Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl
At 9:37 P.M. Mayor Tisdahl called to order the first meeting of the 78th City Council meeting of
Evanston. All members were present.
Call of the Wards:
1" Ward Alderman Fiske she thanked the voters in the first ward for placing confidence in her to
be here with her new colleagues. She then gave a description of the wards territory and the make
up of the citizens. She said the voters wanted someone who would listen to them and be an
advocate for them, and that is why she is here. She stated those who did or did not support her it
is time to unit on behalf of the ward and the entire City working together we can make Evanston
and even better place to live in.
2nd Ward Alderman Jean -Baptiste thanking the 2nd ward for the confidence they placed in him
and he will continue to give the kind of service and attract the kind of service the City is paid to
provide for the community. He will have the same kind of independent voice the same kind of
advocacy for all, and to remind everyone that Evanston will be good for one person as for every
other person.
3rd Ward Alderman Wynne wanted to thank the citizens from the 3rd Ward and she is eager to
always hear from them by email, on the street, in the stores or wherever.
41h Ward Alderman Wilson wanted to thank the voters for allowing him to represent the 4th
Ward on the Council, as well as thanking his family and supporters.
51h Ward Alderman Holmes said she will be the first one of the 781h City Council to say ,
Madam Mayor I have no report.
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6th Ward Alderman Tendam wanted to thank his campaign chair, his local family and his partner
for 19 years Neal Moglin. He explained the work that he is able to do is really work that Neal
enables both of them to do, because he works for both of them and Neal is very much part of his
civic duty.
7th Ward Alderman Grover thanked the outgoing Aldermen for their gracious service to the City
and. she's here because they inspired her. Also thanks to the new 78th Council who she looks
forward to working with, to her neighbors in the 7th Ward and the people who said she could do
it, and the leaders before her. She is truly here because of parents, and her husband and children
who have supported her and allowed her to do the job of an Alderman.
8tn Ward Alderman Rainey she just wanted to remind the people in the 8th Ward the reason they
are called the Great 8th Ward is because of the people in the 8th Ward who are great themselves
and she thanked them very much.
91h Ward Alderman Burrus said she was really humbled and thanked the people in the 9tr Ward
for entrusting their votes to her for her vision of better leadership and a brighter Evanston. She
stated that everyone from the Council to the citizens to come together to obtain the prosperity we
look for in Evanston. She also thanked former 9th Ward Aldermen as well as Mayor Morton. She
thanked her son, mom, dad, brothers and sister and her adopted family.
Mayor Tisdahl wanted to thank all who voted for her and got her to the Mayor's position, this
included the entire community, and she thinks this is a wonderful Council and a great group and
they will do great things, so let's go party.
She then called Pat Vance the Township Supervisor to come forward to say a few words. Ms.
Vance wanted to thank all the citizens of Evanston for the chance to serve a third time as the
Township Supervisor.
Mayor Tisdahl mentioned a motion to adjourn and asked if there was a second, and Alderman
Holmes seconded the motion. Mayor Tisdahl called for the voice vote and all were unanimous.
The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Respectively submitted,
Rodney Greene
City Clerk
A DVD recording of this meeting has been made part of the Permanent Record and is
available in the City Clerk's office.
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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 2" FLOOR
CIVIC CENTER
77th COUNCIL
ROLL CALL — PRESENT:
Alderman Hansen Alderman Bernstein
Alderman Wollin Alderman Holmes
A Quorum was present. Alderman Jean -Baptiste Alderman Moran
Alderman Wynne Alderman Tisdahl
Alderman Rainey
PRESIDING: Mayor Lorraine Morton
At 7:11 P.M. Mayor Morton announced the final meeting of the 77th City Council would come to
order. She called for a roll call and all Aldermen were present. She also brought attention to the
vase of flowers that was sent to the outgoing and incoming Council members, from the
Association of Loyal Evanston Council Watchers. They offered their best wishes and many
thanks to all the Evanston Citizens who have served and will serve in our community. They also
promised to continue to express their views on all matters of interest to the citizens of Evanston.
CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Interim City Manager Russell had two quick announcements. The first was from
the Assistant City Manager Mr. Martin Lyons, who came up to announce two awards from the
Government Finance Officers. They reflected the City's activities in both Financial Planning and
Financial Reporting. He stated that in 1984 Government Finance Officers started a finance
program for distinguished budgeting and that the City has awards dating back to the 1985-1986
Budget up until now for "Distinguished Budgeting." Secondly, he presented the Financial
Reporting award given by the Municipal Finance Officers Award began in 1959 and the City has
awards from that date up until 1970. This award is a "Certificate for Achievement in Excellent
Financial Reporting". After Mr. Lyons presented the awards to Mayor Morton, she then
announced she would leave them for the new Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl.
Ms. Suzette Eggleston Superintendent of Streets & Sanitation announced that
there would not be any trash/refuse and recycling pickup on Memorial Day. The collection will
occur one day later (ex: Monday will be collected on Tuesday and so on).
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Chief Eddington stated he had a quick announcement from his Clergy Team. The
Clergy members extended an invitation to the Council to attend their 2009 Law Enforcement
Celebration of Service and Memorial Service hosted by the Chaplain Team. The event will be
held on Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 at the Evanston Police Station at 3:00 P.M.
PROCLAMATION
Mayor Morton made the following two proclamations:
She declared May 17th, 2009 as
"National Public Works Week" in Evanston
She also declared the Month of May, 2009 as
National Preservation Month" in Evanston
COMMUNICATIONS CITY CLERK:
City Clerk Rodney Greene announced because we did not perform a canvassing this year, a
canvassing committee was not formed. The Office of Mr. David Orr the Cook County Clerk
performed the canvassing for all of Cook County. Mr. Greene received an electronic certification
of the election results and all of the unofficial winners were certified as the elected officials.
They will be mailing the certificates to him next week.
CITIZEN COMMENT: AGENDA ITEMS
Virginia Beatty, 1529 Forest Avenue wanted to thank those who have served and to those who
will be serving the community. She also extended an invitation to join them on the 25th of May at
9:30 A.M. to Patriot's Park to march from Patriot's Park to Veteran's Plaza. They will all be
meeting at the Mr. Allen `BO" Price & Willamena Price" Bench in the Plaza. The Mayor then
explained a little about who Bo Price was.
James Corirossi, 1640 Maple Avenue stated he is the President of the Downtown Residents
Association. He then acknowledged the Mayor and the other Aldermen who were leaving and
acknowledged the newly elected officials.
Jim Wolinski, 2242 Lincolnwood Drive came to speak on a job well done by the 771h Council, as
well as the retiring Aldermen and their outstanding service to the community and gave a
synopsis of each ones accomplishments. He believed that all of the open spaces will soon be
filled, but it will just take a little more time.
CITIZEN COMMENT: NON -AGENDA ITEMS
Carolyn Murray, 1930 Grey Ave. spoke on the re-election Committee of the 5th Ward for
Alderman Holmes and the success of her re-election. They look forward to her service and
exemplary leadership, and look for her guiding them through the issues that will arise and look
forward to her meeting them this Thursday at the Ward meeting.
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CONSENT AGENDA
Alderman Moran moved for the acceptance of the consent agenda with the exception of (A4) and
(H3), (SPl), (01), (02), (03), (04), (05), (06), (07), (08) seconded by Alderman Wynne.
ROLL CALL (9-0) consent agenda approved.
(A4) Ordinance 23-0-09 Proposed Paving of the Alley North of Greenwood Street, East
of Grey Avenue Special Assessment Alley 1502
Consideration of the proposed ordinance 23-0-09 by which City Council would
authorize paving of the alley north of Greenwood Street, east of Grey Avenue
through the Special Assessment Process.
For Action
(113) FY2009-2010 Emergencv Shelter Grant Funding Recommendations
Consideration of FY2009-2010 Emergency Shelter Grant Funding
Recommendations. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has
informed the City of Evanston that our Emergency Shelter Grant allocation for the
2009-2010 fiscal year is estimated to be $85,920.00. The federal funding entitled to
the City of Evanston is part of the Stewart McKinney Homeless Assistant Act.
For Action
(SPI) Resolution 36-R-09 Designating 2100 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, Illinois,
the "Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center"
Consideration of resolution 36-R-09 designating 2100 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, IL. `The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center".
Moved by Alderman Moran and seconded by Alderman Holmes. A voice vote
was taken and a unanimous Aye was resounded. Resolution passed.
(01) Resolution 37-R-09 Honoring Alderman Dennis R. Drummer (Deceased) for His
Work for the Community
Consideration of resolution 37-R-09 honoring the late Alderman Dennis Drummer
for his work as an Alderman and in the Evanston Community.
For Action
(02) Resolution 38-R-09 Canvass of the Results of the Consolidated Municipal Election
April 7, 2009
Consideration of resolution 38-R-09 canvassing the results of the consolidated
election held in and for the. City of Evanston, Cook County Illinois on April 7, 2009.
For Action passed.
(03) Resolution 26-R-09 Retirement of Alderman Moran
Consideration of resolution 26-R-09 commending Alderman Moran for years of
service as a member of the 77th City Council.
For Action passed.
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(04) Resolution 27-R-09 Retirement of Alderman Bernstein
Consideration of resolution 27-R-09 commending Alderman Bernstein for years of
service as a member of the 771h City Council.
For Action passed.
(05) Resolution 28-R-09 Retirement of Alderman Tisdahl
Consideration of resolution 28-R-09 commending Alderman Tisdahl for years of
service as a member of the 771h City Council.
For Action passed.
(06) Resolution 29-R-09 Retirement of Alderman Wollin
Consideration of resolution 29-R-09 commending Alderman Wollin for years of
service as a member of the 771h City Council.
For Action passed.
(07) Resolution 30-R-09 Retirement of Alderman Hansen
Consideration of resolution 30-R-09 commending Alderman Hansen for years of
service as a member of the 77th City Council.
For Action passed.
(08) Resolution 34-R-09 Retirement of Mavor Morton
Consideration of resolution 34-R-09 commending Mayor Morton for her nine years
of service as an Alderman of the 51h Ward and 16 years of service as Mayor of the
City of Evanston.
For Action passed.
ITEMS APPROVED ON CONSENT AGENDA (WILL HAVE AN *)
MINUTES:
• Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of April 27, 2009.
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS:
(Al)* City of Evanston payroll through
(A2)* City of Evanston bills through
4/26/09 $2,255,086.17
5/12/09 $2,617,260.95
(A3.1)*Approva1 of Acceptance of Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic
Opportunity Grant
Recommend approval of acceptance of a grant from the Illinois Department of
Commerce and Economic Opportunity (IDCEO) in the amount of $60,000 to fund
conversion of one collection day from recycling bins to larger capacity wheeled
recycling carts. Acceptance of the grant requires a match of $96,324. Funding
provided by Streets and Sanitation Recycling Services General Fund.
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(A3.2)* Approval of Lowest Responsible and Responsive bid (10-12) for the Summer Food
Service Program
Recommend approval of lowest responsible and responsive bid (10-12) from the
Open Kitchen, Inc. (1161 West 21't Street, Chicago, I1) for the 2009 Summer Food
Service Program in the not -to -exceed amount of $2.185 per lunch. Funding
provided through the reimbursement revenue and program expenditures budgeted
in Recreation Business.
(A3.3)*Approval of Lowest Responsible and Responsive Bid (10-17) for Green Bay Road
Landscaping Maintenance
Recommend approval of lowest responsible and responsive bid (10-17) from KGI
Landscaping Company (P.O. Box 265, Skokie, IL) for the landscape maintenance of
the Green Bay Road railroad Embankment in the amount of $59,113. Funding
provided for in the 2009-2010 General Fund.
(A3.4) * 'Acceptance of the City's Proposed Proiect List for Inclusion in the Federal
Energv Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Application
Acceptance of the City's proposed project list for inclusion in the Federal Energy
Efficiency and Conservation Block grant application totaling $749,700.00.
(A5)* Ordinance 32-0-09 Amending the City Code to Establish a Four-Wav Stop at
Lincolnwood Drive and Grant Street
Consideration of proposed ordinance 32-0-09 by which the City Council would
amend Section 10-11-5, Schedule V (D) of the City Code to establish a Four -Way
Stop at Lincolnwood Drive and Grant Street.
For Action
(A6)* Ordinance 33-0-09 Amending Title 8, Chapter 5 Y2 of the City Code Regarding
"Private Scavengers"
Consideration of proposed ordinance 33-0-09 amending Title 8, Chapter 5 % of the
City Code regarding "private scavengers" establishing a penalty for violating the
municipal solid waste franchise.
For Action
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
(Hl)* Township of Evanston Monthly Bills
Consideration to approve the Township of Evanston April 2009 bills
totaling $248,060.97. Legal fees totaling $75,305.89 were held in Human
Services Committee March 2, 2009 and on Council agenda April 14, 2009.
Approved total of $44,145.26 to settle all legal fees.
For Action
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(H2)* Resolution 32-R-09 Authorizing the Interim Citv Manager to Submit the
Substantial Amendment to the Citv of Evanston Consolidated Plan 2008
Action Plan to Effect the Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re -Housing
Program
Consideration of Resolution 32-R-09 authorizing the Interim City Manager
to Submit the Substantial Amendment to the City of Evanston Consolidated
Plan 2008 Action Plan to Effect the Homelessness Prevention and Rapid
Re -Housing Program. Evanston has been allocated $801,460 from the
Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re -Housing Program (HPRP) funds
on a formula basis. Funds are to be used to help Evanston residents at high
risk of homelessness stay in their existing housing, and to help Evanston's
homeless population secure stable housing.
For Action
AGENDA ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION:
(A4) Ordinance 23-0-09 Proposed Paving of the Allev North of Greenwood Street, East of
Grev Avenue Special Assessment Allev 1502
Consideration of the proposed ordinance 23-0-09 by which City Council would
authorize paving of the alley north of Greenwood Street, east of Grey Avenue
through the Special Assessment Process.
For Action
Alderman Wollin stated the wording in the summary was changed, but the ordinance number is
correct and moved to have approval of the ordinance, seconded by Alderman Bernstein.
Roll Call: (9 - 0) the ordinance passed.
(113) FY2009-2010 Emergencv Shelter Grant Funding Recommendations
Consideration of FY2009-2010 Emergency Shelter Grant Funding
Recommendations. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has
informed the City of Evanston that our Emergency Shelter Grant allocation for the
2009-2010 fiscal year is estimated to be $85,920.00. The federal funding entitled to
the City of Evanston is part of the Stewart McKinney Homeless Assistant Act.
For Action
Alderman Holmes moved for approval with a second from Alderman Hansen.
Alderman Rainey wanted to know if the approval was being asked for the
staff recommendations, and Alderman Holmes replied it was from the
committee so it was staff recommendations. These are CEDA Funds am I
correct (asked by Mayor Morton). Alderman Holmes replied yes Madam
Mayor. A voice vote was taken and it was unanimous. Item approved
(SP1) This Resolution was read by Alderman Moran announcing the
renaming of the Evanston Civic Center as "The Lorraine H. Morton Civic
Center". It was voice voted unanimously for approval.
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Mayor Morton gave her farewell comments to the Council, staff, and the Community that she so
loved over these 16 years as Mayor. She expressed the fact it was a true labor of love. The only
regrets she had was the rushing back and forth to all the meetings. She also stated in August we
would be loosing our City Manager and some new faces will be around, and the remaining staff
will have to prove their way to the new people who will be their bosses. She will miss the staff,
they have always been very helpful and they have done a wonderful job in their prospective
positions. The Mayor finally thanked everyone for their, nice words, support, love, warmth, gifts,
and she didn't know what else to thank us for but whatever it is she said thank you.
Alderman Tisdahl then got up and told Mayor Morton that the staff and the Council had a
presentation for her because of her strong commitment to the Arts. One of Mayor Morton's
duties was to appointed talented and dedicated people to sit on the Evanston Arts Council and
Public Art Committee. She also presents the" Mayor's Award for the Arts" each Winter to one
individual and one organization. Elizabeth Ockwell, a resident artist at the Noyes Cultural Arts
Center, has generously donated artwork to be given to the winners, she has also loaned beautiful
art to the City to grace the walls and the Council Chamber. The City Council and the City of
Evanston employees are presenting Mayor Morton a beautifully framed digital print of a water
colored painted by Elizabeth Ockwell who is here with us this evening. The painting depicts the
lower staircase of the Old Paris Opera House, which was built by Empirical decree by Napoleon
III and opened in 1875. It took several months for this painting to be completed, and was
selected for the Mayor's love of the Arts and her elegance.
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OTHER COMMITTEES
2"dWard. Alderman Jean -Baptiste had the honor of reading the Resolution 37-R-09 for
Alderman Dennis R. Drummer a former Alderman who served the community of Evanston for
17 years who is deceased and Tracey Aden his daughter is here for her father.
7'hWard. Alderman Tisdahl read Resolution 26-R-09 for Alderman Edmund B. Moran, Jr.
retirement from the 6th Ward of the City of Evanston.
3rdWard. Alderman Wynne read the Resolution 27-R-09 for Alderman Steven J. Bernstein's
retirement from the 41h Ward of the City of Evanston.
1"Ward. Alderman Wollin read the Resolution 28-R-09 for Alderman Elizabeth H. Tisdahl's
retirement from the 7th Ward of the City of Evanston.
2"dWard. Alderman Jean -Baptiste read the Resolution 29-R-09 for Alderman Cheryl Wollin's
departure from the 1st Ward of the City of Evanston.
5'hWard. Alderman Rainey read the Resolution 30-R-09 for Alderman Anjana Hansen's
retirement from the 9th Ward of the City of Evanston.
6'hWard. Alderman Moran read the Resolution 34-R-09 for Mayor Morton's retirement from the
tenure of Mayor for 16 years of the City of Evanston.
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Resolution # 38-R-09 was moved by Alderman Rainey and second by Alderman Moran to be
placed and approved on the agenda. A voice vote was taken and it was unanimous.
CALL OF THE WARDS:
91h Ward Alderman Hansen stated she wrote her comments down and expressed her experience
over the last four years. She gave examples comparing them to being in school, a little like
College without the bars and parties, High School without the acne and awkwardness, and then
like Elementary School without all the recess. She then acknowledge the lessons she gained from
each of the Aldermen on the 77th City Council and how they have come together with all
different backgrounds but have worked together for the betterment of the City.
1" Ward Alderman Wollin stated it was a privilege having worked with the Council members.
2"d Ward Alderman Jean -Baptiste acknowledged his family members and what they had done
and will be doing in the future. He gave homage to his mother who was the pillar of strength for
the family. He said he had been privileged to have worked with his colleagues on the Council
and the partnership they have garnered goes beyond the Council. He looks forward to be able to
call on the ones who are leaving to assist in reaching the goals they need to reach along with the
new members who are coming on tonight.
3rd Ward Alderman Wynne stated when she first joined the Council many viewed it as a highly
dysfunctional family, but it is not that way now. She then gave accolades to all of her Council
members and what she has learned and will keep with her as she goes on. She looks forward to
working with the new members and it is not politics it is a job of service. She finally thanked her
family for their support.
4th Ward Alderman Bernstein he again stated he was a new grandfather, and thanked the 4ch
Ward for allowing him to serve them. He thanked the staff and the Fire and Police Department.
He also thanked all that came to the podium and those who ran for office, and he encouraged all
to stay involved. He finally asked Alderman Tisdahl to give him an extra 15 seconds when he
comes up to the podium for some Steve Bernstein time.
5th Ward Alderman Holmes wanted to say thank you to the 77th Council and her family, and she
thanked her Pastor for being there. She also thanked her campaign staffers and she only ran
because they asked her to.
6th Ward Alderman Moran he wanted to acknowledge his wife Judy and he asked her to stand.
He thanked the 6th Ward for electing him, a delight to have worked with the City staff, and his
friends and colleagues on the Council. He proceeded to describe the attributes of each of the
Aldermen and how he will miss them. He finally thanked the people of Evanston and he will
never forget Mayor Morton and he has first dibs when she's ready to write her autobiography.
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7Th Ward Alderman Tisdahl she wanted to take the time to thank the 7th Ward for their support
and that Mayor Morton is a great educator and she has taught her a lot, but she hasn't taught her
enough and she will be calling on her.
81h Ward Alderman Rainey she wanted to thank her ward for sending her back to the Council
again and she said she has never served on a more collegial Council as this one, and it has really
been a pleasure. They have faced some very difficult issues and have still remained friends.
She then spoke of a theme song that usually accompanies every great superhero, great moment in
life great era or ideal that reminds us of the memory. The tune that will remind us of you is
"Sweet Lorraine." Then the High School ensemble from ETHS played the song for the Mayor.
The Mayor then thanked the young men for the song and commented it was an old song
and didn't know they would know how to play it. She also asked the Council members who were
leaving to please stand for a group picture. She had the new members to come and take the
vacant seats. She then presented Alderman Tisdahl with a gift from the Council, staff and
everybody. She then declared the 77th Council adjourned at 9:15 P.M. since they had completed
all of the business at hand.
Respectfully submitted,
Rodney Greene
City Clerk
A CD COPY OF THE PROCEEDINGS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN THE
CLERK'S OFFICE FOR VIEWING, ROOM 1200 IN THE CIVIC CENTER.
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