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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
JAMES C. LYTLE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, October 19, 2015
7:00 p.m.
City Council Roll Call: Alderman Braithwaite Alderman Grover
Alderman Wynne Alderman Rainey
Alderman Wilson Alderman Miller
Alderman Holmes Alderman Fiske
Alderman Tendam
Presiding: Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl who called the Regular Meeting of the
City Council to order at 7:07 PM
Mayor Public Announcements
Mayor Tisdahl read a proclamation honoring deceased former Mayor Joan Barr -Smith,
then had a Dedication of the Joan Barr-Smith Aldermanic Library. After Mr. Smith spoke
of his late wife and Mayor there was a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception with photo
ops.
City Manager Public Announcements
Fire Chief Klaiber announced the Promotion of Brian Scott, Deputy Fire Chief. He also
gave a background update of Scott Brian’s accomplishments. Brian Scott was then sworn
in by City Clerk Greene.
ComEd Smart Meter Roll Out was presented by ComEd’s representative, Mr. O’toyle He
also passed around a meter for the Council members to touch and examine.The
installations will not add to any extra cost to the citizens of Evanston.
Communications: City Clerk
The Clerk made announcements concerning the upcoming election for the President, as
well as the election for the 2017 Municipal Elections.
Citizen Comment
These persons spoke concerning Penny Park
Daniel Stein stated the Recreation Board approves the recommendation.
Loren Borski asked the Council to vote yes for the recommendation of the Recreation
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Board.
Cynthia Rivera asked the Council to unanimously accept the recommendation to keep it
as a symbol for Evanston.
Tom Sheridan also added his support to keeping Penny Park alive.
George Rieger lived on the block for 35 years and asked the adoption of the
Recommendation.
Mary Rosinski spoke of the financial stability of the Parks and Recreation Programs.
These persons spoke concerning the Performing Arts
Jason Balla, owner of the Stained Glass Restaurant and how the facility will need a place
to eat.
Judy Kemp came with excitement for the Performing Arts Center coming to Evanston.
These persons spoke concerning Harley Clarke
Barbara Janes stated No Parks Sale agrees with Alderman Wilson’s suggestion an
hopes the Council will too.
Leila Raab resident of the 7th ward stated parks are a way to sooth the soul, and people
are very passionate about parks.
Junad Rizki spoke on numerous issues concern comments of a few Aldermen, Mayor
and the City Manager.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
(SP1) Downtown Performing Arts Center Update
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
For Action: Receive and File Report
The vote to receive and file the report was approved with a 9-0 yes.
(SP2) Penny Park Recommendations from the Park and Recreation Board
The Park and Recreation Board and City staff recommend that City Council
provide direction and approve the following recommendations. 1) Terminate the
contract with Leathers and Associates Inc. with paym ent for work completed. 2)
Issue a Request for Proposal for the renovation/rehabilitation of Penny Park,
which should include options for both a Community Build and a traditional
Contractor Build with wood. 3) If necessary, facilitate any public design process
through the Park and Recreation Board with public involvement.
For Action
Alderman Braithwaite motioned for approval and seconded by Alderman Wynne. With a
9-0 vote the motion was approved.
(SP3) Wholesale Water Sales Update
Staff will provide an update to City Council about wholesale water sale s to
neighboring communities.
For Discussion
Mr. Dave Stoneback gave an update of the water wholesale to the surrounding
communities, which included: Niles, Skokie, Park Ridge.
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(SP4) Fountain Square Renovation Project
Staff recommends City Council approve a proposed scope of work for the
Fountain Square Renovation Project and authorize staff to proceed with the
project through preparation and release of an RFP for consulting design services.
For Action
Mr. Stoneback, Director of Public Works Agency gave a report with a slide presentation
for the Fountain Square Renovation Project. Alderman Grover motioned for approval
with a 2nd from Alderman Rainey, and the vote was 9-0 to approve.
(SP5) FY2016 Proposed Budget Presentation
Staff will provide a presentation regarding the FY2016 Proposed Budget. No
formal action will be taken regarding the FY201 6 Budget. Budget documents are
available here: http://www.cityofevanston.org/city-budget/
For Discussion
Mr. Lyons, Assistant City Manager, Chief Financial Manager gave an update of the
Proposed Budget for 2016.
(SP6) Approval of Appointment
For appointment to:
M/W/EBE Development Committee Jessica Oldani
For Action
Alderman Braithwaite motioned for approval of the appointment of Jessica Oldani to the
M/W/EBE Development Committee, with a 2nd from Alderman Wynne there was a
Voice Vote to approve.
Call of the Wards:
Ward 2, Alderman Braithwaite had no report
Ward 3, Alderman Wynne had no report
Ward 4, Alderman Wilson had no report
Ward 5, Alderman Holmes had no report
Ward 6, Alderman Tendam announced his ward meeting at Three Crowns Park this
Thursday.
Ward 7, Alderman Grover had no report
Ward 8, Alderman Rainey thanked North Light for interest in the Arts Center. She also
announced an outside roll call Wednesday at 5 PM at Howard and Custer. She
commented on people making statements unsupported.
Ward 9, Alderman Miller had no report
Ward 1, Alderman Fiske had no report
A motion to adjourn was made by multiple Aldermen as well as a second. A Voice Vote
was made in approval of an adjournment, and the meeting ended at 9:27 PM.
Submitted by,
City Clerk, Rodney Greene, MMC