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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
JAMES C. LYTLE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, August 15, 2016
Administration & Public Works (A&PW) Committee meets at 6 p.m.
Planning & Development Committee (P&D) meets at 7:15 p.m.
City Council meeting will convene at conclusion of the P&D Committee meeting.
ORDER OF BUSINESS
(I) Roll Call – Begin with Alderman Braithwaite
(II) Mayor Public Announcements and Proclamations
Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Recognition Ceremony
Prairie Joe’s 25th Anniversary n
CommUnity Picnic, August 21
(III) City Manager Public Announcements
Police Commander and Police Sergeant Promotions
Robert Crown Community Center Funding Update
Labor Day Trash Pick-Up Schedule
(IV) Communications: City Clerk
(V) Public Comment
Members of the public are welcome to speak at City Council meetings. As part of the Council
agenda, a period for public comments shall be offered at the commencement of each regular
Council meeting. Those wishing to speak should sign their name and the agenda item or non-
agenda topic to be addressed on a designated participation sheet. If there are five or fewer
speakers, fifteen minutes shall be provided for Public Comment. If there are more than five
speakers, a period of forty-five minutes shall be provided for all comment, and no individual shall
speak longer than three minutes. The Mayor will allocate time among the speakers to ensure that
Public Comment does not exceed forty-five minutes. The business of the City Council shall
commence forty-five minutes after the beginning of Public Comment. Aldermen do not respond
during Public Comment. Public Comment is intended to foster dialogue in a respectful and civil
manner. Public comments are requested to be made with these guidelines in mind.
Seven residents spoke about the new configuration and bike lane at Dodge Ave.
One resident spoke about the recycling center.
One resident spoke about the Evanston Police and Fire Foundation.
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One resident spoke about the Robert Crown renovation.
(VI) Special Orders of Business
(VII) Consent Agenda: Alderman Rainey
(VIII) Report of the Standing Committees
Administration & Public Works - Alderman Braithwaite
Planning & Development - Alderman Wilson
Human Services - Alderman Fiske
(IX) Call of the Wards
(Aldermen shall be called upon by the Mayor to announce or provide information
about any Ward or City matter which an Alderman desires to bring before the
Council.) {Council Rule 2.1(10)}
1 th Ward Alderman announced a meeting on September 6, 2016 at the library.
(X) Executive Session
(XI) Adjournment
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
(SP1) Approval of 2017 Budget Calendar
Staff recommends City Council approval the FY2017 budget preparation
calendar. Although the City of Evanston continues to await decisions from the
State of Illinois which could drastically affect the 2017 Budget planning process,
staff needs to move forward with budget preparation.
For Action
Approved on consent agenda.
(SP2) Second Quarter Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2016
Staff recommends City Council accept and place the Second Quarter Financial
Report for FY 2016 on file. The City ended the second quarter of the 2016 fiscal
year in stable financial condition. Through June 30, 2016, there is a General
Fund surplus of approximately $8.1M. The City’s financial performance is the
result of above anticipated revenues and expenditures being at budgeted levels.
For Action: Accept and Place on File
Approved on consent agenda.
(SP3) 2015 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Staff recommends that City Council accept and file the 2015 Audited
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Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
For Action: Accept and Place on File
Approved on consent agenda.
(SP4) Continuation of Discussion on Next Steps for Harley Clarke Property
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file this report on proposals
for the future of the Harley Clarke Mansion and provide direction to staff. Staff
requests continuance of discussion regarding the Harley Clarke Mansion to the
City Council meeting of September 12, 2016.
For Discussion
Continued to September 12, 2016.
CONSENT AGENDA
(M1) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting July 25, 2016.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(A1) City of Evanston Payroll through July 24, 2016 $3,033,665.25
(A2) FY2016 City of Evanston Bills – August 16, 2016 $6,371,320.53
Credit Card Activity for Period Ending June 30, 2016 $ 206,683.86
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A3.1) Contract with A. Lamp Concrete Contractors, Inc. for 2016 Parking Lot
Improvement Project
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract for the 2016 Parking Lot Improvement Project (Bid No. 16-55) with A.
Lamp Concrete Contractors, Inc. (1900 Wright Blvd, Schaumburg, IL) in the
amount of $991,458.00. Funding will be provided from the Capital Improvement
Fund 2016 GO Bond (Account 415.40.4116.65515) in the amount of $487,380.90
and from the Parking Fund (Account 505.19.7005.65515) in the amount of
$504,167.10.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
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(A3.2) Contract with A. Lamp Concrete Contractors, Inc. for 2016 Alley Paving
Project
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract for the 2016 Alley Paving Project (Bid No. 16-54) with A. Lamp Concrete
Contractors, Inc. (1900 Wright Blvd, Schaumburg, IL) in the amount of
$1,231,874.00. Funding will be provided from the Capital Improvements Fund
2016 GO Bond (Account 415.40.4116.65515) in the amount of $225,850, the
2015 GO Bond Fund (Account 415.40.4115.65515) in the amount of $250,000,
from CDBG Funds (Account 415.40.4216.65515) in the amount of $200,000,
from revenue from Northwestern University (NU) Special Use fees in the amount
of $400,000 and from revenue generated by onetime easement fees in the
amount of $125,168.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A3.3) Contract with Stanley Consultants, Inc. for Engineering Design Services for
Main Street Corridor Improvement Project
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract with Stanley Consultants, Inc. (8501 W. Higgins Road, Suite 730,
Chicago IL 60631) in the amount of $75,000 to provide engineering design
services for the Main Street Corridor Improvement Project between the west City
limits and Dodge Avenue. Funding will be provided from Capital Improvement
Fund (Account 415.40.4116.62145 – 416535). This project is budgeted at
$75,000 in FY 2016. $171,000 will need to be budgeted in FY 2017 to complete
the engineering design services.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A3.4) Contract with Construction Consulting & Disbursement Services for
Washroom Renovations at Greenwood St. and Lee St. Beach Houses
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract
for the Washroom Renovations at Greenwood St. and Lee St. Beach Houses
(Bid No. 16-53) with Construction Consulting & Disbursement Services (5826
Lincoln Ave., Suite 200, Morton Grove, IL) in the amount of $207,000. Funding
will be provided from the GO Bond Capital Improvements Fund, Accounts
415.40.4116.616009 (Greenwood Beach Restroom) and 415.40.4116.616012
(Lee Street Beach Restroom). These projects were budgeted at $120,000 in FY
2016. Additional funding will be made available through the delay of the
Dempster Beach House Window/Door Replacement ($60,000) and the delay of
the ETHS/Church Street Bike Path Improvements ($30,000), both of which are
proposed to be constructed in future years.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
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(A3.5) Actual Annual User Charge for 2016 with the Metropolitan Water
Reclamation District of Greater Chicago for Disposal of Sludge Generated
as Part of the Water Treatment Process
Staff recommends City Council approval of the Actual Annual User Charge for
2016 with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
(MWRDGC) for Disposal of Sludge generated as part of the water treatment
process in the amount $224,560.52. Two quarterly payments of $81,624.86 will
be made beginning in August 2016 and ending November 2016. Funding for this
work will be from the Water Fund (Account 510.40.4220.62420). This account
has a budget of $293,000.00 specifically allocated for MWRDGC sludge disposal
fees.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A3.6) Three Year Single Source Contract with North Shore Towing, Inc. for
Towing Services
The Transportation/Parking Committee and staff recommend that the City
Council authorize the City Manager to enter into a three (3) year single source
contract with North Shore Towing (2527 Oakton Street, Evanston, IL 60202) for
towing and other related services effective August 1, 2016 – July 31, 2019. The
annual estimated expenditure of the vehicle immobilization program is $45,000.
Funding will be from the General Fund – Park Enforcement (Account No.
100.19.1941.62451). North Shore Towing has proposed minor fee increases
spread over the three (3) year term of the contract for operational costs. The City
of Evanston will not see increases in fees for services provided for City owned
vehicles.
For Action
Item held.
(A3.7) One Year Sole-Source Agreement with CDW-G for Purchase of New City
Email System from Google
Staff recommends the City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into a
sole-source agreement with CDW-G (200 N. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills IL) in
the amount of $105,000.00 for the purchase of Google Apps for Government
licenses for a hosted email and application suite. The agreement is for one year
with two optional 2 – year extensions. Funding is provided from the Information
Technology Fund (Account 100.19.1932.65555), which has a 2016 budget of
$284,200.00.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A3.8) Request for Qualifications for Architectural Design Services for the Robert
Crown Community Center
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Staff recommends Council authorization of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for
the design services for the Robert Crown Community Center (RCCC). The
RCCC is tentatively scheduled to begin construction in FY 2017. Major facilities
such as the RCCC require the employment of professional architectural services
with demonstrated experience in the design and construction supervision of
multi-function centers. The 2016 Adopted Budget includes $2.0 million for
architectural and professional services. This budgeted amount is inclusive of the
entire amount anticipated for the total construction costs for the RCCC. This
RFQ includes a projected total design and construction cost for the facility
because the successful respondent will be the firm that can produce the best
facility for the budget available.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A3.9) Approval of Sidewalk Café – Dave’s New Kitchen
Staff recommends City Council approval of first-time application for a sidewalk
café permit for Dave’s New Kitchen, a Type 1 Restaurant located at 815 Noyes
Street. The sidewalk café will consist of two tables with two seats each for a
seating capacity of four. The café will operate daily from 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A3.10)Approval of Sidewalk Café – Leonidas Chocolate Café
Staff recommends City Council approval of first-time application for a sidewalk
café permit for Leonidas Chocolate Café, a food service establishment located at
1907 Central Street. The sidewalk café will consist of two tables with two seats
each for a seating capacity of four. The café will operate Monday – Sunday 7:00
a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A3.11)Approval of Sidewalk Café – Soulwich
Staff recommends City Council approval of first-time application for a sidewalk
café permit for Soulwich, a Type 2 Restaurant located at 1634 Orrington Avenue.
The sidewalk café will consist of four tables with two seats each for a seating
capacity of eight. Two additional tables with two seats each will be on private
property. The café will operate Monday - Saturday from 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A3.12)Contract with The Lakota Group for Park/Community Outdoor Space Score
Card Project
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract
with The Lakota Group, (116 West Illinois Street, Floor 7, Chicago, IL 60654) in
the amount of $40,000 for the Park/Community Outdoor Space Score Card
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Project. This score card will objectively and quantitatively measure the quality of
park infrastructure and maintenance in order to ensure the highest level of
service possible. Additionally, it will provide staff with a road map to direct
resources that address the most emergent needs programmatically and provide
information on suggested park improvements in future years. Funding is provided
by the FY2016 Capital Improvement Project (Account 415.40.4116.65515) with a
budget of $40,000.
For Action
Motion made to amended contract to $80,000 to review all parks this year.
Passed 6-0.
(A4) Resolution 62-R-16, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Bike Corral
Parking Agreement with Everyday Cycles and Motion
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Resolution 62-R-16 authorizing the
City Manager to execute a Bike Corral Agreement with Everyday Cycles and
Motion (941 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL) by which the City will install a bike
corral by removing one (1) metered parking space for a four (4) month period
from August to November for the first year of the Initial Term and an eight (8)
month period from April to November during the second year of the Initial Term
and for each year of the five (5) year Renewal Term.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A5) Resolution 55-R-16, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement
with IDOT for Federal Participation in Construction of the Safe Routes to
School Project
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Resolution 55-R-16 authorizing the
City Manager to sign the Local Public Agency Agreement for Federal
Participation with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to fund the
City’s share of the construction cost for the installation of 20 radar speed
feedback solar signs at various school crossing locations on major streets in the
City. Funding for this work will be from the CIP Fund (Account
415.40.4116.65515 – 416519) which has $25,000 budgeted in 2016. The project
cost is estimated at $110,000 of which 80% or $88,000 will be paid for by the
federal grant, and the remaining 20% or $22,000 will be the City’s local share.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A6) Resolution 60-R-16, Authorizing City Manager to Execute an Easement
Agreement with Northwestern University for Installation of Sheridan Road
Light Fixtures
Staff recommends City Council adopt Resolution 60-R-16 authorizing the City
Manager to execute an Easement Agreement with Northwestern University to be
located on both sides of Chicago Avenue from Clark Street to Sheridan Road
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and on the west side of Sheridan Road from Chicago Avenue to Lincoln Street.
The easement would allow Northwestern University to install light fixtures in this
area to improve pedestrian lighting. No City funding is required for this project.
Northwestern University will fund the project, be responsible for the repair and
maintenance of the light fixtures, and all electricity costs associated with the
lighting. An initial one-time easement fee of $303,686.64, for the entire twenty-
five (25) year easement will be collected prior to the Right-Of-Way permit being
issued.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A7) Resolution 58-R-16, Amending the 2016 Budget
Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution 58-R-16 amending the
City’s 2016 Budget from $304,949,806 to $306,336,901. The General Fund will
be amended from $111,706,196 to $111,840,614. The Debt Service Fund will be
amended from $16,279,452 to $17,532,129. During 2016, the City of Evanston
has received additional funding in donations and grants. Although the revenue
has been accepted by the City, a Budget Amendment is necessary in order to
increase the spending authority of staff and allow that additional revenue to be
expended. The Resolution increases the 2016 Budget by $1,387,095.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A8) Resolution 64-R-16, Authorizing the Lease of a One-Bedroom Apartment at
the Service Center to Jonathon Schmidt
Staff recommends City Council adopt Resolution 64-R-16 authorizing the City
Manager to sign a lease for the one bedroom apartment on the second floor of
the Service Center, 2020 Asbury Avenue, with Mr. Jonathon Schmidt from
September 1, 2016 through March 31, 2017. After March 31, 2017 the lease
allows Mr. Schmidt to continue his lease on a month-to-month basis.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A9) Ordinance 104-O-16, Amending the Wheel Tax to Provide for a Discounted
Rate for Seniors Paying Mid-Year
Staff recommends City Council adopt Ordinance 104-O-16 approving a 50%
discount to the senior and disabled tax rate on the half year reduced wheel tax
rate. The current full year rate for the City Wheel Tax is $75. Seniors and
disabled residents are eligible for a 50% discount. On July 1, the rate of the
wheel tax for all residents is reduced to $37.50. However, the senior and
disabled discount currently does not apply to this reduced rate. Therefore, staff is
recommending amending the City Code to allow the senior and disabled 50%
reduction to apply to the half year wheel tax rate making their new half year
payment $18.75. Staff estimates a minimal impact on revenues.
For Introduction
Item approved on consent agenda.
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(A10) Ordinance 97-O-16, Decreasing the Number of Class D Liquor Licenses for
Dash S Corporation d/b/a The Funky Monk
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 97-O-16, which amends
Evanston City Code Subsection 3-4-6-(D) to decrease the number of authorized
Class D liquor licenses from fifty-seven (57) to fifty-six (56). Dash S Corporation
d/b/a The Funky Monk, 618½ Church Street, is permanently closed and is
therefore not renewing its liquor license.
For Introduction
Motion made to suspend rules.
Rules suspended for introduction and action.
Passed 6-0.
Approved on consent agenda.
(A11) Ordinance 98-O-16, Decreasing the Number of Class C-1 Liquor Licenses
for 27 Live, LLC d/b/a 27 Live
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 98-O-16, which amends
Evanston City Code Subsection 3-4-6-(C-1) to decrease the number of
authorized Class C-1 liquor licenses from four (4) to three (3). 27 Live, LLC d/b/a
27 Live, 1012 Church Street, is permanently closed and is therefore not renewing
its liquor license.
For Introduction
Motion made to suspend rules.
Rules suspended for introduction and action.
Passed 6-0.
Approved on consent agenda.
(A12) Ordinance 99-O-16, Decreasing the Number of Class C-1 Liquor Licenses
for Bangers and Lace Evanston, LLC, d/b/a Bangers & Lace
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 99-O-16, which amends
Evanston City Code Subsection 3-4-6-(C-1) to decrease the number of
authorized Class C-1 liquor licenses from three (3) to two (2). Bangers and Lace
Evanston, LLC, d/b/a Bangers & Lace (810 Grove Street) representative Jason
Freiman requested a downgrade of its liquor license from Class C-1 to Class C.
For Introduction
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A13) Ordinance 100-O-16, Increasing the Number of Class C Liquor Licenses for
Bangers and Lace Evanston, LLC d/b/a Bangers & Lace
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 100-O-16, which amends
Evanston City Code Subsection 3-4-6-(C) to increase the number of authorized
Class C liquor licenses from twenty-four (24) to twenty-five (25), and permit
issuance of a Class C license to Bangers and Lace Evanston, LLC, d/b/a
Bangers & Lace, 810 Grove Street.
For Introduction
Item approved on consent agenda.
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(A14) Ordinance 105-O-16, Decreasing the Number of Class D Liquor Licenses for
Addis Abeba, Inc. d/b/a Addis Abeba
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 105-O-16, which amends
Evanston City Code Subsection 3-4-6-(D) to decrease the number of authorized
Class D liquor licenses from fifty-six (56) to fifty-five (55). Addis Abeba, Inc. d/b/a
Addis Abeba, 1322 Chicago Avenue, is permanently closed and is therefore not
renewing its liquor license.
For Introduction
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A15) Ordinance 106-O-16, Decreasing the Number of Class D Liquor Licenses for
800 Degrees Evanston, LLC d/b/a 800 Degrees Pizzeria
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 106-O-16, which amends
Evanston City Code Subsection 3-4-6-(D) to decrease the number of authorized
Class D liquor licenses from fifty-five (55) to fifty-four (54). 800 Degrees
Evanston, LLC d/b/a 800 Degrees Pizzeria, 812 Church Street, is permanently
closed and is therefore not renewing its liquor license.
For Introduction
Motion made to suspend rules.
Rules suspended for introduction and action.
Passed 6-0.
Approved on consent agenda
(A16) Ordinance 62-O-16, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Five Year
Lease Agreement for Property Located at 860 Chicago Avenue for City
Newsstand
Staff recommends that City Council adopt Ordinance 62-O-16, authorizing the
City Manager to execute a five (5) year lease agreement for property located at
860 Chicago Avenue for City Newsstand. The lease commences on January 1,
2016 and expires on December 31, 2021.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(A17) Ordinance 85-O-16, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Five Year
Property Lease with Enterprise Leasing of Chicago, LLC at 1810 Maple
Avenue
Staff recommends City Council adopt Ordinance 85-O-16, authorizing the City
Manager to enter a five (5) year property lease with an option to extend another
five (5) years at 1810 Maple Avenue with Enterprise Leasing of Chicago, LLC
(Enterprise). On September 11, 2006, the City entered into a ten (10) year
property lease with Enterprise for its vehicle rental and leasing office with the
option to renew for five (5) years or through 2021. The parties seek to execute a
new lease agreement that can be renewed through 2025. Revenue will be placed
in the following: 2016 Revenue Account Property (Account 505.19.7037.56712)
and 2016 Revenue Account Parking (Account 505.19.7037.53510).
For Action
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Item approved on consent agenda.
(A18) Ordinance 66-O-16, Revising Title 3, Chapter 17 regarding Taxicabs and
Motor Vehicles for Hire
City staff recommends City Council adopt Ordinance 66-O-16, revising Title 3 of
the Evanston City Code regarding taxis and other motor vehicles for hire.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(P1) Resolution 59-R-16, Approving a Plat of Resubdivision for 1129-1133
Leonard
City staff recommends adoption of Resolution 59-R-16 approving the proposed
re-subdivision of the property located at 1129 and 1133 Leonard Place. . The
applicant recently completed the construction of a new single-family home at
1129 Leonard Place while the construction of a new home at 1133 Leonard
Place is still under construction. The foundation for the home at 1133 Leonard
Place was built with a 4.43-foot east side yard setback, closer than the required
5-foot interior side yard setback. The resubdivsion will enable both lots to be
compliant regarding the required interior side yard setbacks.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(P2) Ordinance 108-O-16, Granting a Special Use Permit for a Commercial
Indoor Recreational Facility Located at 1822 Ridge Avenue
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend adoption of Ordinance
108-O-16 granting special use approval for a Commercial Indoor Recreation
Facility, Omni-Fit Personal Training, at 1822 Ridge Avenue. The applicant has
complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of the standards for a
special use for this district. Suspension of the Rules is requested for Introduction
and Action by City Council on August 15, 2016.
For Introduction and Action
Rules suspended for introduction and action.
Approved on consent agenda
(P3) Ordinance 42-O-16, Granting Major Zoning Relief for Setbacks for Outdoor
Storage Units & Reduction in Open Parking at 2020 Greenwood Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend adoption of Ordinance
42-O-16 granting major zoning relief for a 2’ east interior side yard setback for
self-storage units where 8’ is required, a 2’ south interior side yard setback for
self-storage units where 8’ is required, and a decrease of on-site parking by 22
spaces where an increase of 3 parking spaces is required for a total of 10
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parking spaces on site, where 82 parking spaces are required and 32 parking
spaces currently exist. The applicant has complied with all other zoning
requirements, and meets the standards for variations.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
(O1) 2016 Emergency Solutions Grant Recommendations
The Human Services Committee, The Housing and Homelessness Commission
and staff recommend approval by the Human Services Committee of the 2016
Emergency Solutions Grant allocations totaling $144,459: $133,625 to two social
services agencies (Connections for the Homeless and the YWCA
Evanston/North Shore) that provide housing and services for individuals and
families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and $10,834 to the City of
Evanston for grant administration. Funding source is the City’s 2016 Emergency
Solutions Grant entitlement allocation in the amount of $144,459 from the U.S.
Department of Housing & Urban Development (Account 100.21.2128.XXXXX,
with individual account numbers for external agencies funded and City
administrative costs).
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
(O2) Operation of Public Access Television (Channel 6)
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to transition
Public Access Television Services (Channel 6) to the City of Evanston for
operation, maintenance and management.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
RULES COMMITTEE
(O3) Resolution 61-R-16, Amending City Council Rules, Section 27, “Ward
Communication Policy” and Adding Section 28 “Technology Allowance”
The Rules Committee and staff recommend City Council adopt Resolution 61-R-
16, amending City Council Rule Section 27, “Ward Communication Policy” and
adding City Council Rule Section 28, “Technology Allowance.” In order for City
staff to be timely in their assistance to City Council with ward communication,
changes are being requested to Section 27 in the Council Rules. The revisions to
Section 27 speak to the Ward Communications policy previously approved by the
Rules Committee in 2013. In addition, Section 28 is being added to the Council
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Rules providing a $75.00 per month technology allowance to the Mayor and
Alderman to assist with the costs of high-speed internet, a mobile phone
device/service or other communication needs.
For Action
Item approved.
(O4) Ordinance 63-O-16, Setting Compensation for Members of the Evanston City
Council Following the Report and Recommendations of the Compensation
Committee
The Compensation Committee recommends the City Council adopt ordinance
63-O-16 setting compensation for the Evanston City Council for the time period
May 1, 2017 through April 30, 2021. The Ordinance reflects the recommendation
of the Compensation Committee which specified a salary increase to $15,990
annually for the Aldermen. There would be no other increases during the four
year period.
For Action
Item held until September 12.
(O5) Ordinance 64-O-16, Setting Compensation for the City Clerk Following the
Report and Recommendations of the Compensation Committee
The Compensation Committee recommends the City Council adopt ordinance
64-O-16 setting compensation for the City Clerk for the time period May 1, 2017
through April 30, 2021. The Ordinance reflects that the salary increase for the
City Clerk will be equal to the same increase that non-union city employees
receive each year for the four year period. Clerk Greene requests continuance of
Ordinance 64-O-16 for Introduction by City Council to September 12, 2016.
For Action
Item held until September 12.
(O6) Ordinance 65-O-16, Setting Compensation for the Mayor Following the
Report and Recommendations of the Compensation Committee
The Compensation Committee recommends the City Council adopt ordinance
65-O-16 setting compensation for the Mayor for the time period May 1, 2017
through April 30, 2021. The Ordinance reflects the recommendations of the
Compensation Committee which specified a salary increase to $25,317 annually
for Mayor. There would be no other increases during the four year period.
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
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(O7) Ordinance 78-O-16, Amending the City Code to Eliminate the Ladd
Arboretum Committee and Consolidating its Functions into the
Environment Board
The Rules Committee and staff recommends City Council adopt Ordinance 79-O-
16, which amends City Code Title 2, Chapter 10 – Environment Board to
eliminate the Ladd Arboretum Committee and consolidate its functions into the
Environment Board. Rules Committee approved this Ordinance at its August 1,
2016 meeting.
For Introduction
Item approved on consent agenda.
(O8) Ordinance 79-O-16, Amending Portions of the City Code Revising the
Mental Health Board
The Rules Committee and staff recommends City Council adopt Ordinance 79-O-
16, which amends City Code Title 2, Chapter 6 – Mental Health Board by revising
the “Purpose” and “Powers and Duties” sections. Rules Committee approved this
Ordinance at its August 1, 2016 meeting.
For Introduction
Item approved on consent agenda.
(O9) Ordinance 80-O-16, Amending Portions of the City Code Creating an
Economic Development Committee
The Rules Committee and staff recommend City Council adopt Ordinance 80-O-
16, which amends City Code Title 2, Chapter 12 – Economic Development
Committee by revising the “Purpose” and “Powers and Duties” sections. Rules
Committee approved this Ordinance at its August 1, 2016 meeting.
For Introduction
Item approved on consent agenda.
(O10) Ordinance 103-O-16, Amending Portions of the City Code Codifying the
Housing and Community Development Act Committee
The Rules Committee and staff recommend City Council adopt Ordinance 103-
O-16, which amends City Code Title 2, Chapter 14 – Housing and Community
Development Act Committee by revising the “Membership” section. Rules
Committee approved this Ordinance at its August 1, 2016 meeting.
For Introduction
Item approved on consent agenda.
City Council Agenda August 15, 2016 Page 15 of 15
APPOINTMENTS
(APP1)For Appointment to:
Age Friendly Evanston Task Force Irene Pierce
Citizens Police Advisory Committee Rebecca Biller
For Action
Item approved on consent agenda.
MEETINGS SCHEDULED THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15 2016
Upcoming Aldermanic Committee Meetings
Wed, August 17 6:30 PM M/W/EBE Advisory Committee
Wed, August 24 6:00 PM Transportation/Parking Committee
Wed, August 24 7:00 PM Economic Development Committee
Thurs, Sept 1 7:00 PM Housing and Homelessness Commission
Thurs, Sept 1 7:00 PM Commission on Aging
Tues, Sept 7 6:00 PM Human Services Committee
Thurs, Sept 8 7:00 PM Housing & Community Development Act Committee
Mon, Sept 12 6:00 PM A&PW, P&D, City Council meetings
Wed, Sept 14 1:00 PM Lighthouse Landing Complex Committee
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