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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
JAMES C. LYTLE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, December 12, 2016
Roll Call: Alderman Wynne Alderman Rainey
Alderman Wilson Alderman Miller
Alderman Holmes Alderman Fiske
Alderman Tendam Alderman Braithwaite
Alderman Revelle
Mayor Public Announcements and Proclamations
The Mayor made the following Presentations of Keys to the City to Paul and Mary
Finnegan as well as Charles Lewis and Penny Sebring, who have given financial funds to
assist youth in the City of Evanston.
City Manager Public Announcements
Holiday Celebrations and Festivities such as the Nutcracker on Ice at Robert Crown this
weekend, the Menorah Lighting at Fountain Square, December 25, 2016 , Monday
12/26/2016 Kwanza Ceremony.
First Night Evanston, December 31, 2016 details were given by Martha Reed, of the
children programs, story teller, various activities in selected Churches and other famous
participants. There will be a Community sing at 12 midnight on the steps of the Music
Institute.
Holiday Refuse Schedule was given by Mr. Stoneback. He stated collections will be done
one day post regular collection times during the Holiday Season.
Communications: City Clerk
There were no communications from the Clerk.
Public Comment
Welcoming City Ordinance:
Michelle Vasquez, spoke on the welcoming city ordinance and are supportive of the
ordinance for undocumented students at ETHS. Ms. Marble also a representative from
the High School is a cosponsor of the Dreamers Club also spoke in favor of the
ordinance.
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One of the ETHS students spoke on behalf of a friend who was afraid to speak
because he feared he would cause his family to be deported for being undocumented.
He gave his friends story and asked for the council to approve the ordinance.
Professor John Cutler came to speak on the 2500 signatures to approve the
ordinance of the welcoming city ordinance. He is also grandson of Mexican farm
workers.
Jasmine Gonzalez spoke as the Executive Director of Latino Resources in support of
the Welcoming City Ordinance.
Genita Clark is a representative of Latino Resources Committee with Executive
Director Gonzalez and supports the Welcoming City Ordinance.
Alahandra Vanyez a born Chilean who shared the story of her family’s un -
documentation and the success of her brother (who has a minor criminal record) and
prevents him from being a real citizen.
Devon Reid was in support of the Welcoming City Ordinance. Supports Bench Marking
Ordinance, and supports the Smiley Brothers project.
Madelyn Gibbs she disagrees with the Welcoming City Ordinance. She asked the
council to think twice about passing the Ordinance because it is illegal and wrong, we
need fairness in this town.
Bench Marking Ordinance speakers:
Leslie Shad asked the council to approve bench marking for the City of Evanston
Scott Osborn spoke in favor of the bench marking ordinance as a member of the
Evanston Environmental Board.
Erik Passive from Northshore Apartments & Condos was not in support of the Bench
Marking Ordinance and asked to council to table the Ordinance for now.
Steve Kissmore was speaking in favor of the Bench Marking Ordinance in tracking the
energy data usage of building owners.
Michael Drennan also spoke in favor of the Bench Marking Ordinance after attending
the Greener Evanston Meeting.
Nat Kipnas is a member of the AIA and they are in support of the Bench Marking
Ordinance. He stated it is not burdensome, but will save money from going to utility
companies.
John Lambrick speaking in support of the Ordinance, but gathering the data is not as
easy as stated and will probably increase the cost to produce the such data.
Jonathan Newsman representing Greener Evanston as he thanked the council for
passing the previous plans of reducing carbon footprint & climate change in confronting
the issue in the near future.
Dan Scimerhorn was here to speak against the Bench Marking Ordinance as he
represents the property owners and condo owners, make it voluntary to everyone. His
concern is what benefit it will be for the property owners once the data is collected.
Richard Lanying Chairman Utility Commission is in support of the Ordinance and he
stated it is a must do Ordinance. He stated 120 buildings in Evanston already uses
these techniques.
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Smiley Brothers speakers:
Ann, spoke on the propose lease to Smiley Brothers and ask Smiley to d o the paving of
the parking lot to prevent the expenses falling on the tax payers. She hopes the council
will not honor Smiley Bros. request to take actions against future suits maybe attached
to them.
George Finney spoke concerning James Park’s usability of the Park, and he made
reference to Frances Willard and her activities, and would be upset with the number of
women on the council who would allow Smiley Bros. to occupy the area.
Junad Rizki stated he was approached by a Haggerty volunteer in the Civic Center and
asked is this acceptable? He spoke against the Smiley Brothers deal. Robert Crown
was a second issue he spoke about too concerning the correct amount of dollars to be
spent.
Rob Bady was not in support of Smiley, because there is no process to get the people
involved in decision making.
Matt Rogers came in support of the Smiley Brothers proposal. This project places it
back to use for the city which lessens the burden on the tax payers.
Evanston Farmer’s Market:
Marlow Boyle, spoke on Friends of the Market and she looks for non-Evanston artisans
and backers as part of the market.
Vicky Proctor spoke in support of the proposed Ordinance for the Farmers Market.
Mental Health issues:
Mike Pearce member of mental health board and stated they evaluate grants and give
too little money to too many agencies. He spoke on in answer to the question of giving
money to Trilogy, and is this a duplication of what is offered by Presence? These clients
need long term assistance to prevent future crisis.
Items not approved on Consent Agenda:
(A12) Ordinance 48-O-16, Authorizing City Manager to Execute a Lease of City-
Owned Real Property Located at 2222 Oakton Street with Smylie Brothers
Draft and Package LLC
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 48 -O-16, “Authorizing the
City Manager to Execute a Lease of City-Owned Real Property Located at 2222
Oakton Street with Smylie Brothers Draft and Package LLC”. A two -thirds
majority of City Council is required to adopt Ordinance 48-O-16.
For Action
(A17) Ordinance 33-O-16, Amending City Code Title 4 to add Chapter 22 –
Building Energy and Water Use Benchmarking Ordinance
City staff along with the Utilities Commission recommends that City Council move
to adopt revised Ordinance 33-O-16 Building Energy and Water Use
Benchmarking. Ordinance 33-O-16 has three major components: tracking,
verifying, and publically disclosing building energy and water use. Since being
introduced, a text amendment was made to section 4-22-3: Definitions – Type 3
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Covered Building of the proposed ordinance “excluding condominiums as defined
in City Code Section 5-4-1-7.” The proposed text amendment removes smaller
condominium buildings 20,000 – 49,999 square feet from being covered by the
ordinance. This amendment is proposed as a result of the strong feedback
received from smaller condominium buildings. The proposed amendment
removes 144 Type 3 buildings from having to comply with the ordinance leaving
291 Type 3 buildings and 557 total buildings.
For Action
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
(SP1) Ordinance 156-O-16, Establishing the City of Evanston as a “Welcoming
City”
Mayor Tisdahl recommends the City Council adopt Ordinance 156-O-16,
amending Title 1, to add Chapter 21 entitled “Welcoming City Ordinance.” The
Ordinance will help build on efforts to make the City of Evanston one of the most
immigrant-friendly cities in the country.
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval and it was second, and with a Voice
Vote the motion was approved.
(SP2) Robert Crown Community Center, Library and Ice Complex Update
Staff will update City Council regarding the Robert Crown Community Center,
Library and Ice Complex Project.
For Discussion
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval and stated it was for introduction. Mr.
Lyons gave a power-point presentation for the above item.
(SP3) Robert Crown Community Center, Ice Complex and Library Architectural /
Engineering Services
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into
negotiations for architectural/engineering services for the Robert Crown
Community Center, Ice Complex and Library Architectural/Engineering Services
(RFQ 16-61) with Woodhouse Tinucci Architects, LLC (230 W. Superior St, 6th
Floor, Chicago, IL). In the proposed 2017 CIP, funding is available from the 2016
GO Bond in the amount of $600,000 and the 2017 GO Bond in the amount of
900,000.
For Action
Mr. Lyons stated nineteen offers were made to propose architectural design and
engineering services for the above project. Alderman Wilson motioned for
approval and with a second from Alderman Braithwaite and with a 9-0 Roll Call
vote the motion was approved.
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CONSENT AGENDA
(M1) Approval of Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting November 28, 2016.
For Action
ADMINISTRATION & PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(A1) Payroll – through November 20, 2016 $ 2,757,078.33
(A2) FY2016 City of Evanston Bills – December 13, 2016 $20,847,963.04
For Action
(A3.1) Increased Allocation for a Back-up Building Inspection and Plan Review
Services Contract (SAFEbuilt)
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to increase the back-
up Building Inspection and Plan Review Services contract agreement amount
from $50,000 to a not to exceed amount of $99,000 with SAFEbuilt, Inc. (3755
Precision Drive, Suite 140, Loveland, Colorado 80538). The current agreement
with the vendor is effective until March 30, 2017 with two one -year renewal
options. The FY 2016 cost of the proposed contract amount is expected to
exceed the amended budget amount of $50,000 approval by the City Council on
March 28, 2016. The Building and Inspection Division has a budget of $50,000
in account number 100.21.2126.62464. Additional funding will be provided by
staff salary savings of $49,000 in account 100.21.2126.61010.
For Action
(A3.2) Approval of Garnett Place Right of Way Parking Lot
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to proceed with the
design and bidding of a project that would improve the alley south of the 800
block of Foster and east of the CTA tracks into a City parking lot. Funding for the
improvement of the Garnett Place right of way into a parking lot would be from
the Parking Fund (Account 505.19.7005.65515 -416500), which has a proposed
FY 2017 budget allocation of $300,000.
For Action
(A3.3) Sole Source Purchase of Street Light Pole & LED Fixtures from PG-
Enlighten, Inc. for Pilot Program
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract
for the sole source purchase of 14 street light poles and fixtures with PG -
Enlighten, Inc. (500 Quail Ridge Drive Westmont, IL 60559) in the amount of
$49,448. Funding for this project will be from the CIP 2016 GO Bonds (Account
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415.40.4116.65515-416533) Pavement Marking and Streetlight Improvements
project, which has a remaining 2016 allocation of $55,026.
For Action
(A3.4) Contract with Trees “R” Us, Inc. for Business District Tree and Stump
Removal
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract for the removal of trees and stumps in various business districts to the
low bidder, Trees “R” Us, Inc., (Wauconda, IL), in the amount of $27,556.00. The
City of Evanston joined with the Village of Bannockburn and Lake Bluff in a joint
bid for tree removals and stump grinding; four firms submitted bids for the work
needed in all three municipalities. Trees “R” Us submitted the lowest bid for work
in Evanston. Funding for this project is included in the proposed FY 2016
Economic Development Fund’s Business Retention and Expansion Account,
225.15.5300.62662. The adopted 2016 Fiscal Year Budget allocated $300,000
to this account.
For Action
(A3.5) Change Order 2 for Material Testing and Inspection Services Contract
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute
Change Order No. 2 to the Material Testing and Inspection Services Contract
(RFP 14-28) with GSG Material Testing, Inc. (2945 West Harrison Street,
Chicago, Illinois) in the amount of $18,150. The Change Order includes
professional geotechnical services related to various 2017 capital improvements
program (CIP) projects. This will increase the total contract amount from the
current contract price of $74,250.00 to $92,400. The change order also extends
the contract by 90 days, until March 31, 2017. Funding for the geotechnical
services would be from the CIP Fund, Water Fund, Parking Fund and from
federal (CDBG) funds, which are summarized in the attached transmittal
memorandum.
For Action
(A3.6) Purchase from Data Transfer Solutions, LLC for a Computerized
Maintenance Management System
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an
agreement for the City of Evanston’s Computerized Maintenance Management
System (RFP 16-36) with Data Transfer Solutions, LLC (3680 Avalon Park Blvd,
Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32828) in th e not-to-exceed amount of $438,905 for
services to be provided between 2016 and 2021. Funding for the purchase,
staged implementation, training and licensing/hosting fees provided in the
agreement between 2016 and 2021 will be from the Water Fund (Account
510.40.4225.62180). Required funding in 2016 is $66,000 and in 2017 is
$164,635. A detailed breakdown of the funding for the remaining years can be
found on the attached transmittal memorandum.
For Action
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(A3.7) Authorization to Hire a Contractual Employee for the Implementation of the
Computerized Maintenance Management System
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a three
year employment agreement to employ a person to serve as the implementation
specialist for the Computerized Maintenance Management System. The
anticipated cost would be $93,600 to $114,400 per year. Funding for this
contractual service would be from the Water Fund (Account 510.40.4225.62180 ,
which has a budget allocation of $360,000 in FY 2017).
For Action
(A3.8) Contract for Third Party Administration of General & Automobile Liability
and Worker’s Compensation Claims to Cannon Cochran Management
Services, Inc.
Staff recommends City Council approve a renewal contract for Third Party
Administration of General & Automobile Liability and Worker’s Compensation
Claims with Cannon Cochran Management Services, Inc. (3333 Warrenville
Road, Suite 550, Lisle, IL), for an estimated annual amount of $93,500.00.
Funding will be provided from the Insurance Fund (Account 605.99.7800.62266
with a budget of $120,000).
For Action
(A3.9) Single Source Purchase of Portable Generator for the Data Centers at the
Service Center and Police/Fire Headquarters
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a single
source purchase in the amount of $70,000 from Patten Power System, 615 W.
Lake Street, Elmhurst, IL.60126 to provide (1) Caterpillar 100 kW portable
generator (Model APS100kW) for standby use at the Data Centers at the Service
Center and at the Police/Fire Headquarters 911 Center. Staff has accessed the
National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) Acceptance and Award #080613 -CAT
with Caterpillar, Inc. to obtain a quote. As a municipal national contracting
agency, NJPA establishes and provides nationally leveraged and competitively
solicited purchasing contracts under the guidance of the Uniform Municipal
Contracting Law. Funding is provided by the Capital Improvements Fund,
Account 415.40.4116.65515, Project Number 616033.
For Action
(A3.10)Single Source Renewal Agreement with Motorola, Inc. for 911 Center
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to approve the
renewal of the annual single source Service Agreement with Motorola, Inc. (1309
East Algonquin Road., Schaumburg, IL 60196) for the amount of $82,408.32.
The Agreement is effective from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017.
Funding will be provided by the Emergency Telephone System account
205.22.5150.62509 (Service Agreements & Contracts) with a Budget of
$85,000.00.
For Action
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(A3.11)Storefront Modernization Program Application for 807 Howard St. –
Dreamland Cleanwash Laundry
Staff recommends approval of financial assistance through the Storefront
Modernization Program to Dreamland Cleanwash Laundry at 807 Howard Street
in an amount not to exceed $3,014 for the installation of an RPZ backflow
prevention device within the building’s plumbing systems in order to bring it up to
code. This agenda item is presented to the Administrative and Public Works
Committee because there is no Economic Development Committee meeting
scheduled until January 25, 2017. The Economic Development Fund’s Business
District Improvement Fund (Account 225.15.5300.65522). The approved Fiscal
Year 2017 Budget allocated a total of $350,000 for this account to fund both the
Storefront Modernization and Great Merchant Grant programs. To date, $0 has
been spent from this account, leaving $350,000 available for expenditure.
For Action
(A3.12)Approval of 2017 City Council Meeting Dates
Staff recommends that City Council approve the 2017 City Council meeting
dates.
For Action
(A3.13)Approval of 2016 Post Bond Issuance Report
Staff recommends the City Council review and place the 2016 Post Bond
Issuance Report on file.
For Action: Accept and Place on File
(A3.14)Renewal of the Service Provider Agreement with Presence Behavioral
Health
Staff recommends City Council authorize the City Manager to renew and amend
the Service Provider Agreement between Presence Behavioral Health (Presence
Health) and the City of Evanston for the provision of 24-hour Crisis Line Access,
Mental Health Crisis Intervention and various community outreach and education
services at a cost of $139,333.33. The Agreement is dated January 1, 2017 to
December 31, 2017. Due to the timing of the Agreement an d to assure no
interruption of services, staff seeks approval of the Service Provide Agreement.
Funding is provided by the Health and Human Services Department Account
176.24.4651.62491, the General Fund and the Library Fund.
For Action
(A4) Resolution 75-R-16 - Contract Renewal to Hoffman House Catering for
Senior Meal Food Programs
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Resolution 75 -R-16 authorizing the
City Manager to execute a contract with Hoffman House Catering to provide a
senior meal congregate program at the Levy Senior Center and Fleetwood-
Jourdain Community Center for a period of October 1, 2016 through September
30, 2017 in the not–to-exceed amount of $4.56 per lunch meal. Total meal
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program contract value is projected at $41,961. This is a reimbursement meal
program in which the total amount of reimbursement the City will receive and
expenses is solely dependent upon the number of lunches served. The program
will be reimbursed through a grant from Age Options and donations received
from attendees at the meal program. The City’s estimated reimbursement is
calculated using the highest daily participation level stated in our application.
Funding for this program is budgeted in the Fleetwood-Jourdain and Levy Center
meal program expenditure accounts.
For Action
Staff recommends review and adoption by the City Council of the following twelve (12)
abatement resolutions (Items A5.1 to A5.12). The Resolutions will abate (decrease) the
amount of the 2016 property tax levy needed to retire the outstanding general obligation
debt. Generally, abated debt amounts are funded through sources other than property
taxes such as TIF incremental revenue, water/sewer receipts, and parking garage
revenues. The City’s total abatement for 2016 is $9,908,277.
(A5.1) Resolution 76-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 76-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2007.
For Action
(A5.2) Resolution 77-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 7 7-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2008B.
For Action
(A5.3) Resolution 78-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 7 8-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2008C.
For Action
(A5.4) Resolution 79-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 79-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2010B.
For Action
(A5.5) Resolution 80-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 80-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2011A.
For Action
(A5.6) Resolution 81-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 81-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2012A.
For Action
City Council Agenda December 12, 2016 Page 10 of 16
(A5.7) Resolution 82-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 82-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2013A.
For Action
(A5.8) Resolution 83-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 83-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2013B.
For Action
(A5.9) Resolution 84-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 84-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2014A.
For Action
(A5.10) Resolution 85-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 85-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2015A.
For Action
(A5.11) Resolution 86-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 86-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2015B.
For Action
(A5.12) Resolution 87-R-16, General Obligation Debt Property Tax Abatement
Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 87-R-16 abatement for General
Obligation Bonds, Series 2016A.
For Action
(A6) Ordinance 164-O-16, Amending City Code Title 3-2-15, Municipal Parking
Tax Parking, Schedule 2 (a); Tax Imposed
Staff recommends that the City Council City adopt Ordinance 164-O-16
Amending City Code Section 3-2-15-2, increasing the Municipal Parking Tax
Imposed from twenty-five ($25) to thirty-five ($35) dollars per month for monthly
parking permits in City-owned parking garages. Staff requests suspension of the
rules for introduction and adoption at the December 12, 2016 City Council
meeting.
For Introduction and Action
(A7) Ordinance 159-O-16, Amending City Code Title 10-11-1, Schedule 1,
Reducing the Speed Limit on Dodge Avenue from 30 MPH to 25 MPH
Staff and the Transportation / Parking Committee recommend that City Council
adopt Ordinance 159-O-16, reducing the speed limit from 30 MPH to 25 MPH, on
Dodge Avenue from the south city limits to Simpson Street.
For Introduction
City Council Agenda December 12, 2016 Page 11 of 16
(A8) Ordinance 160-O-16, Amending City Code Title 10, Schedule IX, “Parking
Prohibited at Certain Times” by Adding Parking Restrictions to a Portion of
Brummel Street
The Transportation/Parking Committee and staff recommend that the City
Council City adopt Ordinance 160-O-16 Amending City Code Section 10-11-9,
Schedule IX “Parking Prohibited at Certain Times” by adding Brummel Street on
the North side from Clyde Avenue on the west to the west property line at
Clyde/Brummel Park from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. during the period of April 1 to
October 1.
For Introduction
(A9) Ordinance 163-O-16, Increasing the Number of Class D Liquor Licenses for
Spinzar, Inc. d/b/a Kabul House, 2424 Dempster Street
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance
163-O-16, amending City Code Subsection 3-4-6-(D) to increase the number of
authorized Class D liquor licenses from fifty-seven (57) to fifty-eight (58) and
permit issuance of a Class D license to Spinzar, Inc. d/b/a Kabul House located
at 2424 Dempster Street.
For Introduction
(A10) Ordinance 151-O-16, Amending Subsection 3-4-6(W) of the City Code to
Allow for Sale of Beer and Wine Between the Hours of 11:00 a.m. to 12:00
a.m. on Monday through Saturday and 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. on Sunday
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance
151-O-16, amending City Code Subsection 3-4-6(W) to increase the hours for
the sale of beer and wine. On November 9, 2016, Urban Indoor Sports, LLC
d/b/a Quad Indoor Sports (“Company”), 2454 Oakton Street, requested the
Liquor Control Review Board (“LCRB”) consider allowing the sale of beer and
between the hours of 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. on Monday thro ugh Saturday and
12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. on Sunday. The LCRB approved extending the sale of
beer and wine between the proposed hours.
For Action
(A11) Ordinance 154-O-16, Increasing the Number of Class W Liquor Licenses for
Urban Indoor Sports, LLC d/b/a Quad Indoor Sports
Local Liquor Commissioner recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance
154-O-16, amending City Code Subsection 3-4-6-(W) to increase the number of
authorized Class W liquor licenses from zero (0) to one (1) and permit issuance
of a Class W license to Urban Indoor Sports, LLC d/b/a Quad Indoor Sports
located at 2454 Oakton Street.
For Action
(A13) Ordinance 109-O-16, Amending Section 10-6-1 of the City Code, Revising
the Definition of Abandoned Vehicle
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Staff recommends that the City Council City adopt Ordinance 109-O-16, revising
the definition of Abandoned Vehicle. In Section 10 -6-1 of the City Code, the
definition of an Abandoned Vehicle was amended by adding subsection (c)
stating that a vehicle parked on the public way and “has been left on the public
way without valid state registration plates or a valid temporary state registration
for two (2) or more days” is also classified as an abandoned vehicle.
For Action
(A14) Ordinance 158-O-16, Amending Sections 10-11-11 and 10-11-12 of the City
Code, Removing Reserved Parking and Increasing Parking Meter Zone in
City Parking Lot 27
The Transportation/Parking Committee and staff recommend that the City
Council adopt Ordinance 158-O-16, amending City Code Sections 10-11-11 and
10-11-12 to remove reserved parking and change the parking meter zone from
twenty-two (22) to thirty-four (34) spaces in City Parking Lot 27 located at 1621
Oak Avenue to aid in the availability of convenient customer parking for
neighboring businesses.
For Action
(A15) Ordinance 146-O-16, Amending Section 7-13-3 of the City Code, Decreasing
the Sewer User Rates
Staff recommends that City Council adopt Ordinance 146-O-16, which would
decrease the sewer user rate by 3%, from $3.94 to $3.82 per billing unit (100
cubic feet of water consumed).
For Action
(A16) Ordinance 145-O-16, Amending Section 7-12-17 of the City Code,
Increasing the Meter Charges and Water Rates
Staff and Utilities Commission recommend that City Council adopt Ordinance
145-O-16, which would increase the water meter charges and water rates by six
percent (6%). This rate increase is offset by the sewer rate decrease and the rate
adjustment will be neutral to the rate payers.
For Action
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(P1) Resolution 73-R-16, Authorization to Participate in 2017 Cook County No
Cash Bid Program
Staff recommends City Council approval to submit requests to obtain eligible tax
delinquent vacant properties through the Cook County No Cash Bid Program.
Acquiring the parcels through this program will assist the City in its efforts to
address affordable housing and community development goals.
For Action
City Council Agenda December 12, 2016 Page 13 of 16
(P2) Ordinance 161-O-16, Granting a Special Use for an Animal Hospital at 516
Dempster St.
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend adoption of Ordinance
161-O-16 granting special use approval for an Animal Hospital at 516 Dempster
St. in the B1 Business District and the oDM Dempster-Main Overlay District. The
applicant has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of the
standards for a special use for this district. Alderman Wynne requests
suspension of the rules for introduction and adoption at the December 12, 2016
City Council meeting.
For Introduction and Action
(P3) Ordinance 162-O-16, Granting a Special Use for a Commercial Indoor
Recreation Facility, Title Boxing Club, at 1029 Davis St.
The Zoning Board of Appeals and City staff recommend adoption of Ordinance
162-O-16 granting special use approval for a Commercial Indoor Recreation
Facility, Title Boxing Club, at 1029 Davis St. in the D2 Downtown Retail Core
District. The applicant has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of
the standards for a special use for this district. Alderman Wilson requests
suspension of the rules for introduction and adoption at the December 12, 2016
City Council meeting.
For Introduction and Action
(P4) Ordinance 117-O-16, Updating Various Parts of Title 6, “Zoning” of the
Evanston City Code to Conform with the City of Evanston Inclusionary
Housing Ordinance
The Plan Commission and staff recommend adopting Ordinance 117 -O-16
amending parts of Title 6, “Zoning” of the City Code to codify development
bonuses established by the City of Evanston’s Inclusionary Housing Ordin ance
(IHO). A synopsis of the amendments are as follows: a new subsection outlining
available development bonuses will be added to all zoning districts that allow
residential uses; parking requirements will be updated for residential
developments which fall under IHO requirements and provide on-site affordable
units; and the addition of definitions for Transit Oriented Development (TOD),
TOD Area and Transit Station, each currently a part of the IHO.
For Action
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
(H1) Approval of 2017 Mental Health Board Funding Allocations
The Human Services Committee, Mental Health Board and Staff recommend that
City Council approve 2017 funding allocations in the amount of $767,055 to
social services agencies to provide needed socia l services to Evanston
residents. The allocation recommendations range in size from $7,500 to $78,055
to 19 different agencies for 24 individual programs. $767,055 from the Human
Services Fund has been proposed in the 2017 budget for allocation by the
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Mental Health Board from account 176.24.4651. Each agency has a separate
account number to identify and disburse funds.
For Action
(H2) Approval of Special Event Permit for 2017 Special Olympic Polar Plunge
Staff recommends approval of Special Olympic Illinois’s request to hold the 2017
Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge on Clark St Beach, starting at 8 am on
February 17th and finishing at approximately 3 pm on February 18 th. Costs for
City services provided for events require a 100% reimbursement f rom the
sponsoring organization or event coordinator.
For Action
(H3) Ordinance 94-O-16, Amending City Code Section 9-4-8, Animal
Impoundment Procedures
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 94 -O-16 amending City
Code 9-4-8(A) to align animal “Impoundment Procedures” in accordance with the
current policies and procedures set forth by the City of Evanston. Ordinance 94-
O-16 amends the impoundment procedures as it relates to disposition of
unredeemed animals.
For Introduction
(H4) 126-O-16 Amending Title 3, Chapter 22 to Revise Farmers’ Market
Regulations to Permit Farmer Cooperative and Non-Evanston Bread
Makers to Sell Products at the Evanston Farmers’ Market
City staff recommends that City Council adopt proposed Ordinance 126-O-16
authorizing amendments to Title 3, Chapter 22, to include permitting farmer
cooperatives, as well as, update the City ordinance that governs the market to
match how the Evanston Farmer’s Market is currently operated.
For Introduction
APPOINTMENTS
(APP1)For Appointment to:
Environment Board Cherie Fisher
Environment Board Michael Kormanik
Environment Board Christopher Kucharczyk
Harley Clarke Ad Hoc Committee John Bryan
Harley Clarke Ad Hoc Committee David Campbell
Harley Clarke Ad Hoc Committee Emily DeStefano
Harley Clarke Ad Hoc Committee Pam Elesh
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Harley Clarke Ad Hoc Committee Hector Garcia
M/W/EBE Development Committee Yves Lassere
Plan Commission Jolene Saul
Preservation Commission Mark Simon
Public Safety Civil Service Commission Gordon Schlicht
For Action
Alderman Rainey motioned for approval of the Consent Agenda with a second from
Alderman . With a Roll Call vote the Consent Agenda was approved.
Items for Discussion:
(A12) Ordinance 48-O-16, Authorizing City Manager to Execute a Lease of City-
Owned Real Property Located at 2222 Oakton Street with Smylie Brothers
Draft and Package LLC
Staff recommends City Council adoption of Ordinance 48 -O-16, “Authorizing the
City Manager to Execute a Lease of City-Owned Real Property Located at 2222
Oakton Street with Smylie Brothers Draft and Package LLC”. A two-thirds
majority of City Council is required to adopt Ordinance 48 -O-16.
For Action
Alderman Braithwaite moved for approval with a second from Alderman Rainey.
Alderman Wilson presented a timeline for the approval for the above usage.
Alderman Rainey stated we received a very profitable project.
With Alderman Wilson’s amendment receiving Roll Call Vote 8-1 (Alderman Miller
voted nay) the motion passed.
(A17) Ordinance 33-O-16, Amending City Code Title 4 to add Chapter 22 –
Building Energy and Water Use Benchmarking Ordinance
City staff along with the Utilities Commission recommends that City Council move
to adopt revised Ordinance 33-O-16 Building Energy and Water Use
Benchmarking. Ordinance 33-O-16 has three major components: tracking,
verifying, and publically disclosing building energy and water use. Since being
introduced, a text amendment was made to section 4-22-3: Definitions – Type 3
Covered Building of the proposed ordinance “excluding condominiums as defined
in City Code Section 5-4-1-7.” The proposed text amendment removes smaller
condominium buildings 20,000 – 49,999 square feet from being covered by the
ordinance. This amendment is proposed as a result of the strong feedback
received from smaller condominium buildings. The proposed amendment
removes 144 Type 3 buildings from having to comply with the ordinance leaving
291 Type 3 buildings and 557 total buildings.
For Action
Alderman Braithwaite motioned for approval with a second from Alderman Wynne. Roll
Call Vote 7-2 (Aldermen Fiske & Braithwaite voted nay), the motion passed.
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Call of the Wards
Ward 3, Alderman Wynne thanked Ald. Revelle for he leadership and thoughtfulness in
the process. She wished all a Happy Holiday and look forward to working together in
2017.
Ward 4, Alderman Wilson agreed with Ald. Wynne and have accomplished much this
year and looking forward to 2017.
Ward 5, Alderman Holmes invited all to the 5th ward meeting and to bring enough treats
to feed 20 people. She also wanted people to reflect and to be more nicer and kinder to
one another.
Ward 6, Alderman Tendam complimented staff for keeping up the website. He asking
all to stick together as he wished all a Happy Holiday Season.
Ward 7, Alderman Revelle announced the Harley Clarke committee will be meeting
tomorrow night, as she also wished her colleagues and staff a Happy Holiday.
Ward 8, Alderman Rainey loves the positivity and thanked all for support and the
approval of Smiley Brothers.
Ward 9, Alderman Miller wished all a Happy Holiday and to be safe, and will see all next
year.
Ward 1, Alderman Fiske wished Happy Holiday to Frances Willard, as she gave a short
history lesson of Ms. Willard. She referenced AP&W to revisit the fence on the top floor
of Sherman Ave. parking garage.
Ward 2, Alderman Braithwaite agreed with some comments, but some things have
been left on the table and hope to revisit them next year. He also wished all a happy
holiday to staff, and council members.
Mayor Tisdahl asked for a motion to adjourn and Alderman Tendam second the motion.
With a Voice Vote the Regular Meeting of the City Council ended at 9:55 P.M.
Submitted By,
City Clerk Rodney Greene, MMC