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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
JAMES C. LYTLE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, June 20, 2016
7:00 p.m.
Roll Call: Alderman Tendam Alderman Braithwaite
Alderman Revelle Alderman Wynne
Alderman Rainey Alderman Wilson
Alderman Fiske Alderman Holmes
Absent: Alderman Miller
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:08 PM.
Mayor Public Announcements and Proclamations
The Mayor had no announcements or proclamations.
City Manager Public Announcements
The City Manager announced the evaluation for the City Manager will be rescheduled for
July 18th, and there is no other meeting scheduled for that day.
Communications: City Clerk
City Clerk had no communications.
Public Comment
Junad Rizki, thanked his Alderman Revelle for bringing back the Harley/Clarke issue.
He addressed the City Manager as being irresponsible in spending the citizen’s money.
He also suggested for those persons who are not performing their job, they should be
terminated.
SP 5 Benchmarking
Richard Lanyon gave his thoughts and concerns of SP5 (Benchmarking Ordinance).
He agreed that the Ordinance should be approved by the Council.
Alderman Rainey then asked the Mayor could she ask Mr. Lanyon, the Mayor said go if
Mr. Lanyon didn’t mind and he returned to the podium, as Alderman Rainey began to
question him about his comments. I mentioned to the Mayor it was out of order for a
Council member to comment to the public speaker. The Mayor informed me she had
allowed Alderman Rainey to question the speaker.
City Council Agenda June 20, 2016 Page 2 of 3
Kevin Glynn stated he agreed with the previous speaker concerning the Benchmarking
Ordinance.
Jonathan Nieowsma stated his support of the proposed Benchmarking Ordinance as
well.
SP1,2, &3 Rental & Nuisance
Lisa Pildes
Michael Sehr
Tina Garrison
Age Friendly Report
Drina Nikola
CONSENT AGENDA
(M1) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting June 13, 2016
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval of the Consent Agenda with a second from
Alderman Wilson and with a Voice Vote the Consent Agenda was approved.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
(SP1) Rental Registration Program
Staff will update the City Council on the progress of the rental registration
program, which was established by the City of Evanston to record the contact
information for properties in case of violation and emergency and provide for
inspections of properties by Property Maintenance Staff.
For Discussion
Carl Caneva, Assistant Director Health Dept. gave an update of the program.
(SP2) Ordinance 71-O-16, Amendments to Landlord Tenant Ordinance
The Neighborhood Integrity Ordinance Subcommittee and City staff recommend s
City Council adoption of Ordinance 71-O-16, amending City Code Title 5,
Chapter 3 Landlord Tenant Regulations to add Tenant and Landlord obligations
for criminal activity at residential rental properties. This Ordinance is devoted to
setting community expectations and standards for any criminal acti vity that
occurs at residential rental property.
For Introduction
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval, Alderman Revelle 2nd. With an 8-0 yes vote
and the motion was introduced.
(SP3) Ordinance 75-O-16, Amendments to Nuisance Premise Ordinance
The Neighborhood Integrity Ordinance Subcommittee and City staff recommend
City Council adoption of Ordinance 75 -O-16, amending City Code Section 9-5-4
to revise the nuisance premise action procedure and process. This Ordinance
sets forth a specific process to address and abate the nuisance with cooperative
and uncooperative property owners.
For Introduction
City Council Agenda June 20, 2016 Page 3 of 3
Alderman Wilson motioned for approval and it was 2 nd by Alderman Wynne. With a 8-0
Roll Call Vote the motion was introduced.
(SP4) Age Friendly Action Plan
The Age-Friendly Task Force and staff recommend that City Council adopt the
Age-Friendly Evanston Action Plan to serve as the next steps for making
Evanston more inclusive and user-friendly for older residents and residents of all
ages.
For Discussion
Alderman Wynne motioned for approval to accept the plan and it was second by
Alderman Wilson. A Voice Vote was taken and the motion was approved.
(SP5) Benchmarking Ordinance Update
Staff will update the City Council on the progress of the Utilities Commission in
developing a draft energy and water benchmarking ordinance and the public
engagement process used to craft the ordinance.
For Discussion
Mr. Kumar presented an update of the Benchmarking Ordinance. This item was only for
introduction. The outreach dates are: 6/21/2016, 6/28/2016, and 7/7/2016.
(SP6) First Quarter Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2016
Staff recommends City Council accept and place the First Quarter Financial
Report for FY 2016 on file.
For Action: Accept and Place on File
Marty Lyons, Assistant City Manager gave the financial report for fiscal year 2016.
A Voice Vote was taken and the report was accepted and will be placed on file.
(SP7) Intergovernmental Personal Benefits Cooperative Report
Staff will update the City Council on its involvement with the Intergovernmental
Personal Benefits Cooperative (IBPC). The City of Evanston has been in the
IPBC since December 1, 2009. The IPBC is a group of nearly 100 local entities
(nearly all municipalities, but a few special districts), that buy health, life, and
dental benefits together. For the past three years, the City has experienced a net
decrease in health benefit costs, thanks in part to the City’s membership in IPBC.
For Discussion
Alderman Wilson motioned to convene to the Executive Session to discuss Litigation
and Minutes. The motion was second and with a Voice Vote the Council meeting had
ended at 9:00 PM
Submitted by,
Rodney Greene, MMC
City Clerk