HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES-1994-07-11-19941TY COUNCII, July 11, 1994
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Standing committees meet prior to the official regular meeting. Current members are as follows:
Administration and Public Works
Alderman Newman Alderman Heydemann Alderman Engelman
Alderman Drummer Alderman Kent Alderman Holsman
Alderman Guthrie Alderman Moran Alderman Feldman
Planning and Development Human Services
Alderman Newman Alderman Guthrie
Alderman Engelman Alderman Holsmaa
Alderman Heydemann Alderman Feldman
Alderman Kent Alderman Moran
Alderman Drummer
The OFFICIAL REGULAR MEETING of the City Council was called to order on Monday, July 11, 1994, at 8:53
P.M. in the City Council Chamber.
ROLL CALL - PRESENT:
Alderman Guthrie Alderman Engelman
Alderman Heydemann Alderman Holsman
Alderman Kent Alderman Feldman
Alderman Moran
A Quorum being present.
ABSENT: None
TARDY: Aldermen Drummer and Newman
PRESIDING: Mayor Lorraine H. Morton
A video tape 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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PRESENTATIONS
MAYOR'S SCHOLARSHIP AWARD PRESENTATION
Elaine Wedlow, Worthy Matron of the Pride of the North, Chapter 61, Order of the Eastern Star, said that the
group was presenting a $200 check to the City to be used to send two children to day camp. Sherria L. Wedlow,
Secretary of Chapter 61, presented the check to Mayor Morton. Worthy Matron Wedlow noted that the Pride of
the North Chapter 61 had been in Evanston for 87 years and had made annual contributions for scholarships and
raised money for other charities. Mayor Morton expressed her appreciation to Ms. Wedlow and the Eastern Star
and said that the money would provide children with an opportunity that they would not otherwise have.
1994 HISTORIC PRESERVATION AWARDS
Derek Cottier, Chair of The Evanston Preservation Commission, welcomed all and introduced Mayor Lorraine H.
Morton who presented the 1994 awards. Mayor Morton noted that in 1983 the Evanston Preservation Commission
and the Preservation League of Evanston established an annual awards program to recognize notable achievements
in restoration, rehabilitation, maintenance and adaptive reuse of Evanston structures. For the first time this year,
the category of new construction has been introduced. (At this time Aldermen Newman and Drummer entered the
meeting.)
The recipient of the 1994 Margery B. Perkins Award for the most outstanding project in the
Category of rehabilitation was awarded to Ron and Cindy Whitmore owners of a home at 1810 Ashland; Architect:
Tom Economou Architects; Ron and Cindy Whitmore with Steve Economou accepted the award.
Category of Adaptive Reuse went to Over the Rainbow Association for the Hill Arboretum Apartments - Job
Resource Center at 2040 Brown Avenue; Architect: Tyson Architects. Janet L. Alexander and Sue Gustafson of
Over the Rainbow Association accepted the award.
Category of Maintenance was awarded to Charles and Mickey Silverstein owners of a home at 1232 Simpson
Street; Contractor: Kings Painting Company, Inc.
Category of New Construction was given to the Chicago Transit Authority for the Evanston Transportation Center
(Davis Street CTA Station); consultant: Envirodyne Engineers Inc.; Architect: Dubin, Dubin and Moutoussamy.
The award was accepted by John Stubitsch, Chicago Transit Authority, Jim Powers, Envirodyne Engineers and Peter
Dubin of Dubin, Dubin and Moutoussamy.
Category of New Construction was awarded to Michael and Irene Cotter for a new garage at 2322 Ewing Avenue;
Architect: Stephen Knutson. Accepting this award were Michael and Irene Cotter. Stephen Knutson, Architect,
was recognized in the audience.
Category of New Construction was awarded to the Children's Home and Aid Society of Illinois for the Daniel F.
and Ada L. Rice Children's Center at 1101 Washington Street; Architect: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill; Contractor:
W. B. Olson, Inc. Accepting this award were Steven Mach, Chair, Board of Directors Rice Children's Center, Bill
Baker, Skidmore, Owings, & Merrill and Dave Olson, W.B. Olson, Inc.
Category of Rehabilitation went to Tim and Liza Madden owners of a home at 1810 Grant Street.
Category of Rehabilitation was awarded to Northwestern University for University Hall at 1897 Sheridan Road,
Architects: Office of the University Architect and S. P. Asrow and Associates; Engineers: Griskelis & Smith
Architects, Ltd., and Gamze-Korobkin-Caloger, Inc., Tylk, Gustafson and Associates, Inc., Contractor: Fred
Berglund & Sons, Inc. Accepting this award were Gabor Zsolna, Northwestern University, Ray Griskelis,
Griskelis & Smith, Mike Tylk of Tylk, Gustafson and Fred Berglund, Fred Berglund & Sons.
Category of Restoration went to Dan and Elizabeth Wilson owners of a home at 1801 Asbury Avenue; Contractor:
Great Expectations.
Category of Restoration was awarded to Bob and Kathy Carey for their home at 1224 Maple Avenue. Contractor:
Richard Zywarski Construction. Bob and Kathy Carey accepted this award.
Category of Restoration was awarded to Andrew and Rebecca Anderson for their home at 715 Michigan Avenue,
Architect: Searl and Associates; Contractor: Chris Ray & Associates, Inc. Andrew and Rebecca Anderson and Chris
Ray, Chris Ray accepted this award.
Category of Restoration was awarded to Keith and Ann Sarpolis, owners of a residence at 1814 Wesley Avenue,
Architect: Polly Hawkins Crocker and Contractor: Franchis Construction. Keith and Ann Sarpolis accepted this
award.
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MAYOR ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Morton said that it was a touching responsibility to read the next resolution, as she had had the pleasure of
serving on the Council with Rosemary Pabst, former alderman of the First Ward. She read Resolution 49-0-94,
Upon the Death of Rosemary B. Pabst and the Resolution was adopted by observing a moment of silence.
First Ward Alderman Newman recalled that his first meeting with Mrs. Pabst had been at the Council meeting the
night that she retired from Council. He was struck by the fact that every political faction on Council were universal
in their praise and respect for her. He noted that even though he and Mrs. Pabst sometimes ended up on opposite
sides of issues, he respected her stand on those issues and the tremendous amount of love she had for the
community. He said that she cared a great deal about some issues and we are a better City for the 41 years of
involvement that she gave to the Evanston community. He said that he was proud to have known her and extended
his deepest condolences to her family.
CITUEN COMMENT:
Jim Vogler, counsel to the Niles Township Sheltered Workshop for the 1830 Ridge Avenue project, said that it had
been called to everyone's attention at the last meeting that the text amendment to permit the project had to be
approved by a majority vote of the City Council, which includes the mayor, and would require six votes to be
adopted. He said that there was some confusion as to whether this requirement meant that the mayor had the ability
to vote or not. He noted that the text amendment had been tabled at the last meeting and asked that it remain on
the table until this question was resolved.
Eric Kerlow, 1613 Florence Street, a property owner in Evanston and rehabber, said that he was very concerned
with property taxes in Evanston and expressed his opposition to the 1830 Ridge property becoming subsidized senior
. housing. He objected to the property being taken off the tax rolls, especially when there appears to be an excess
of housing for senior citizens in the community already.
John Wertvmer. 806 Ingleside, noted that the ratio of the 1830 Ridge property had gone from almost all studio units
to nearly all one -bedroom units and questioned whether this was as well -planned a project as had been represented
and whether an analysis had been done to determine what the needs were in Evanston for this type of project. He
noted that properties he and his family owned and some properties he developed, paid over $220,000 in taxes and
that it was very difficult to make a go of any real estate project unless it is subsidized.
Mr. Vogler returned to the microphone and read a letter from the Housing Authority of Cook County to Mr.
Stavish, Executive Director of Niles Township Sheltered Workshop, sent July 8, which indicated that in March the
authority re -opened its waiting list for Section 8 Rental Assistance program for senior citizens for a four day period
and approximately 100 Evanston senior citizens applied. He felt that demonstrated a need for additional senior
housing in Evanston.
CONSENT AGENDA:
(Any Docket Item Marked with an Asterisk*)
Alderman Drummer moved Council approval of the Consent Agenda with the following exceptions: Under
Purchases, Proposal of Wil-Shore Ford for a Sedan for the Public Works Department and Docket 148-7A-94:
Ordinance 68-0-94 - Penalty for Interfering with Free Distribution of Newspapers. Seconded by Alderman
Engelman. Roll call. Voting aye - Newman, Drummer, Guthrie, Heydemann, Kent, Moran, Engelman, Holsman,
Feldman. Voting nay - none. Motion carried. (9-0)
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
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* Approval of Minutes of the Council Meeting of June 27, 1994. * APPROVED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION
AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
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ADMINISTRATION AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMME:
BILLS AND PAYROLL
* Approval, as recommended, of City of Evanston bills for the period ending July 12, 1994; for City of Evanston
payroll for the period ending June 26, 1994; for City Council payroll for the month of June 1994; and that they be
authorized and charged to the proper accounts, summarized as follows:
City of Evanston bills $2,057,099.04
City of Evanston payroll $1,354,375.90
City Council payroll $ 4,875.03
* APPROVED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
PURCHASES:
* Approval of the proposal from Nagle, Hartray & Associates for additional architectural and consulting services
relating to revised controls for elevators #1 and #2 in the new Library building, and for administrative services due
to the extended project construction schedule, execution of the public art program and design and coordination of
cabinet work at a total cost of $20,350. * APPROVED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
* Approval of the proposal from FLC Instruments, Inc., for Computer Hardware/Software Upgrades for the Water
& Sewers Division at a total cost of $49,635. (Non -Bid Item, Requires a 2/3 Majority Vote) * APPROVED -
CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-01
Alderman Guthrie moved Council approval of the proposal from Wil-Shore Ford for the purchase of a Sedan for
the Public Works Department at a total cost of $14,355.15. Seconded by Alderman Engelman.
Alderman Newman expressed his objection to the purchase of the Ford Taurus for use by the Director of the Public
Works Department. He also opposed the purchase because it did not come from an Evanston auto dealer. He asked
that every effort be made to plan these purchases for a time when Evanston vendors had the appropriate vehicles
available.
Alderman Feldman shared Alderman Newman's concerns and, although staff had indicated that all dealers in
American cars had been contacted, they seemed to indicate that they were not interested in the City's business -
which he found hard to believe. He said they had always indicated to him that they wanted every opportunity to
bid. He felt that was in obvious conflict with what had been reported. He asked that the auto dealers provide a
letter expressing their eagerness to meet the needs of the City. He reiterated Council's position that the City should
purchase as many goods and services from Evanston vendors as possible.
Alderman Engelman noted that the purchase of the car had been extensively debated in committee and, as a member
of the news media pointed out, that sometimes citizens want to know what is going on in Council. He pointed out
that staff did contact all the dealers in American cars in Evanston to determine whether they had a vehicle in this
price range available. Two of the dealers did not have the type of car in this price range and one dealer who might
have it, could not make one available at the time the City asked him. He noted that the question of whether the
City should expand their purchase options to foreign cars manufactured in the USA will come back before the
Council as a policy issue, as will the entire process. He emphasized that the City had looked first in Evanston, but
that this was the only car available that met the specifications.
Roll call. (Requires a 2/3 Majority Vote) Voting aye - Drummer, Guthrie, Heydemann, Kent, Moran, Engelman,
Holsman. Voting nay - Newman, Feldman. Motion carried. (7-2)
* Approval of the proposal from Mavron, Inc., for a Squadroll for the Police Department at a total cost of $52,706.
(Non -Bid Item, Requires a 2/3 Majority Vote) * APPROVED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL
CALL (9-0)
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* Approval of the proposal from Clarklift of Chicago North fora Forklift for the Recycling Center at a total cost
of $29,331. (Non -Bid Item, Requires a 2/3 Majority Vote) * APPROVED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND
ROLL CALL (9-0)
* Approval of Change Order #1, Phase III (Contract A) of the Long -Range Sewer Plan to incorporate the latest
modification of the Federal Wage Decision in accordance with labor standards with no cost adjustment.
* APPROVED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
* Approval of Change Order #6, Phase II (Area 1) of the Long Range Sewer Plan resulting in a reduction of
$53,205. to the cost of the project. * APPROVED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
* Docket 145-7A-94: Special Event Permit - Child Development Center Street
Fair - Consideration of a request from A Caring World Child Development
Center to close Ashland Avenue between Howard and Dobson Streets on August
6, 1994 for a Street Fair. * APPROVED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION
AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
* Docket 146-7A-94: Resolution 47-R-94 - Housine Ootions for the Mentallv
Ill Lease of Boiler Building Apartment - Consideration of proposed Resolution
47-R-94, by which the City Council would authorize the City Manager to renew
the lease with Housing Options for the Mentally Ill of Evanston for the Civic
Center Boiler Building Apartment for one year. * APPROVED - CONSENT
AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
* Docket 147-7A-94: Ordinance 64-0-94 - Reduction in Number of Class L
Liquor Licenses - Consideration of proposed Ordinance 64-0-94, by which the
City Council would amend Chapter 3-5-6 of the Code of the City of Evanston
to reduce the number of Class L Liquor Licenses in effect by one due to the
relocation of the Northlight Theatre. * MARKED INTRODUCED - CONSENT
AGENDA
Docket 148-7A-94: Ordinance 68-0-94 - Penaltv for Interferine with Free
Distribution of Newspapers - Consideration of proposed Ordinance 68-0-94, by
which the City Council would amend Section 9-5-24 of the Code of the City of
Evanston to establish a penalty for interfering with free distribution of
newspapers. This docket item was held in committee.
* Docket 149-7A-94: Ordinance 69-0-94 - Truck Traffic on Jenks Street -
Consideration of proposed Ordinance 69-0-94, by which the City Council would
amend Section 10-11-13, Schedule XVIII, to prohibit truck traffic on Jenks
Street between Stewart Avenue and the alley east of Prairie Avenue.
* MARKED INTRODUCED - CONSENT AGENDA
* Docket 150-7A-94: Ordinance 70-0-94 - Sale of 2230 Main Street -
Consideration of proposed Ordinance 70-0-94, by which the City Council would
authorize the sale of 2230 Main Street to Ward Manufacturing Co. for a new
facility. A two-thirds majority vote is necessary for the adoption of this
Ordinance. * MARKED INTRODUCED - CONSENT AGENDA
* Docket 151-7A-94: Ordinance 71-0-94 - Overnieht Parkin¢ on Howard-
Ridge/Chicago - Consideration of proposed Ordinance 71-0-94, by which the
City Council would amend Section 10-11-9, Schedule IX, to change the
overnight parking restriction on Howard Street between Ridge and Chicago
Avenues from "NO PARKING 2 AM - 6 AM" to "NO PARKING 12 AM - 6
AM." * MARKED INTRODUCED - CONSENT AGENDA
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* Docket 139-6B-94: Ordinance 65-0-94 - Speed Limit - Harrison/McDaniel -
Consideration of proposed Ordinance 65-0-94, introduced on June 27, 1994, by
which the City Council would amend Section 10-11-1, Schedule H(B), of the
Code of the City of Evanston to reduce the Speed Limit to 20 MPH on Harrison
Street between McDaniel Avenue and Lincolnwood Drive. * ADOPTED -
CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-01
* Docket 140-6B-94: Ordinance 66-0-94 - Neighborhood Traffic Controls -
Michiean/Hamilton. Dewey/Payne. Brummel/Richmond. Pitner/L.ee -
Consideration of proposed Ordinance 66-0-94, introduced on June 27, 1994, by
which the City Council would amend Section 10-11-, Schedule V(C) and V(D)
of the Code of the City of Evanston to establish 4-Way Stops at the intersections
of Michigan Avenue and Hamilton Street and at Dewey Avenue and Payne
Street; and 3-Way Stops at Brummel Street and Richmond Avenue and at Pitner
Avenue and Lee Street. * ADOPTED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND
ROLL CALL (9-0)
* Docket 141-0B-94: Ordinance 67-0-94 - Removal of No Left Turn Restriction
- Hartrev/Dobson/Brummel - Consideration of proposed Ordinance 67-0-94,
introduced on June 27, 1994, by which the City Council would amend Section
10-11-3, Schedule III(A) of the Code of the City of Evanston to remove the No
Left Turn regulations at Hartrey Avenue at its intersections with Dobson Street,
Brummel Street and two alleys. * ADOPTED - CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE:
* Docket 152-7A-94: Township Monthly Bills - Consideration of a
recommendation that the City Council approve Township Bills, Payroll, and
Medical Payments for the month of June 1994 in the amount of $130,870.43.
* APPROVED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE:
Docket 142-0B-94: Ordinance 34-0-94 - Amendine Landlord/Tenant
Regulations - Consideration of proposed Ordinance 34-0-94, introduced on June
27, 1994, by which the City Council would amend the Landlord/Tenant.
Regulations and require that the names and ages of each individual occupying
an apartment be placed on the lease but not on the application for consideration.
* ADOPTED - CONSENT AGENDA MOTION AND ROLL CALL (9-0)
REPORT OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES
ADMINISTRATION AND PUBLIC WORKS:
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Docket 153-7A-94: Resolution 48-R-94 - Acauisition of 1110 Emerson -
Consideration of proposed Resolution 48-R-94, by which the City Council would
authorize the City Manager to complete the purchase of 1110 Emerson Street.
No Action.
Alderman Guthrie announced that the Administration. and Public Works Committee will hold a Public Hearing on
the Budget at the July 25 committee meeting at 7:00 P.M. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment
before the budget is prepared.
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HUMAN SERVICES: All items on the Consent Agenda
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Docket 121-SB-94: Ordinance 42-0-94. ZPC 94-1(Tl - Zonine Ordinance Text
Amendment - Consideration of proposed Ordinance 42-0-94, introduced on
May 23, 1994, by which the City Council, in accordance with the Plan
Commission's recommendation, would approve the petition by the Niles
Township Workshop to amend Sections 6-15-2-3 and 6-15-2-4 of the Zoning
Ordinance to list an independent living facility as a special use in the 01 Office
District and establish a residential density of 400 square feet of lot area per
dwelling unit. At the last meeting this docket item was tabled until Julv 11.
Docket 136-6A-94: Ordinance 43-0-94 - ZBA 94-3-SU(R) - 1830 Ridge Avenue
- Consideration of proposed Ordinance 43-0-94, introduced on June 13, 1994,
by which the City Council, in accordance with the Zoning Board of Appeals'
recommendation, would grant the application of The NTSW Foundation, a not -
for -profit corporation (contract purchaser), for a prospective special use for
establishment of an "independent living facility" on the property at 1830 Ridge
Avenue. The property is zoned 01 Office District. At the last meeting this
docket item was held at the request of two aldermen.
Alderman Newman moved to table both Docket items 121-5B-94 and 136-6A-94 to give all parties the opportunity
to clear up the voting requirements for Ordinance 42-0-94. Seconded by Alderman Engelman. Motion carried._
No nays.
OTHER COMMITTEES -
Docket 123-5B-94: Ordinance 52-0-94 - Redevelopment Agreement between
Citv and Home Depot - Consideration of proposed Ordinance 52-0-94,
introduced on May 23, 1994, by which the City Council would approve the
Redevelopment Agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute said
Agreement.
Alderman Engelman moved Council adoption of proposed Ordinance 52-0-94. Seconded by Alderman Feldman.
Alderman Engelman moved to amend the Redevelopment Agreement by inserting a new Section 25 which contains
negotiated language concerning certain environmental issues. the text of which had been included in the packet.
Seconded by Alderman Feldman. Motion carried. No nays. (Alderman Moran abstainine.
Alderman Engelman noted that the Redevelopment Agreement had been negotiated extensively for a number of
months and, in anticipation of the favorable conclusion of these negotiations, Home Depot had already pulled
permits and begun construction: He was pleased that something that will bring both real estate and sales tax revenue
to the City is being constructed on land that has long been vacant because of environmental issues. He pointed out
that Home Depot has been actively engaged in housing programs for the City through Habitat for Humanity and
Council looks forward to having them as a new neighbor. They have already demonstrated that they will be a good
neighbor.
Alderman Feldman joined Alderman Engelman in welcoming Home Depot and expressed his appreciation that the
construction vehicles are heading west out of the lot and not into the neighbors'back yards. He looked forward to
a very pleasant association with Home Depot and thought that their arrival here would be mutually beneficial.
Vote on Ordinance 52-0-94, as amended. Roll call. Voting aye - Newman, Drummer, Guthrie, Heydemann, Kent,
Engelman, Holsman, Feldman. Voting nay - none. (Alderman Moran abstained due to a possible conflict of
interest.) Motion carried. 8-0
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Docket 14-1B-94: Ordinance 1,29-0-93 - Tax Increment Financing
Redevelonment Plan and Proiect - Consideration of proposed Ordinance 129-0-
93, introduced on January 24, 1994, by which the City Council would adopt and
approve a Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment plan and Project for the
Church/Chicago area. No Action.
Docket 15-1B-94: Ordinance 130-0-93 - Tax Increment Financing Designation
of Redevelopment Proiect Area - Consideration of proposed Ordinance 130-0-
93, introduced on January 24, 1994, by which the City Council would designate
the Church/Chicago Area, by legal description, as a Tax Increment
Redevelopment Project Area. No Action.
Docket 16-1B-94: Ordinance 131-0-93 - Tax Increment Financing -
Consideration of proposed Ordinance 131-0-93, introduced on January 24, 1994,
by which the City Council would specify the administration of incremental real
estate taxes in the Church/Chicago Tax Increment Financing District consistent
with State Statutes. No Action.
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
Mayor Morton called Council's attention to the memorandum that had been distributed at the last meeting concerning
the vacation schedule for alderman. She noted that probably four, possibly as many as five, aldermen would be
out of town during the second meeting in August, and suggested that the meeting be cancelled. She clarified that
a process to pay the bills has been identified.
Alderman Engelman moved to suspend the Council Rules to consider an item not on the agenda. Seconded by
Alderman Heydemann. Motion carried. No nays.
Alderman Engelman moved that the Council meeting scheduled for August 22, 1994, be cancelled. Seconded by
Alderman Drummer. Motion carried. No nays.
Mavor Morton made a reference to the Human Services Committee to consider an ordinance that would prohibit
citizens from feeding animals or birds on nublic nronerty. She reported that she had received information that
people were loosening the screening on viaducts and allowing more pigeons to roost underneath them, and also that
people were putting food out for pigeons under certain viaducts. In response to a question from Alderman Feldman,
Corporation Counsel Hill clarified that there are laws about destruction of public property, but that the City
currently does not have any ordinances on the feeding of animals or birds on public property. Mayor Morton
further clarified that her reference had to do with the feeding on public property.
Mayor Morton announced that she had received a flyer from the Evanston Post Office informing anyone who wants
to work there over Christmas that they should make application now.
CALL OF THE WARDS:
Alderman Newman announced that there will be a Special Joint Meeting of the City/School and City/Chamber
Committees on July 13, at the Chamber office. The only item on the agenda will be a joint effort to find space for
Northlight Theatre in Evanston for some of their shows this season.
Alderman Newman invited the Council to go over to the 600 block of Foster Street to view a new parking area
being developed by Northwestern University. He said that apparently the university had found a loophole in the
new zoning ordinance regulating parking lots. He felt that the 'parking area' took away from the residential
character of the street. He said that there had to be a better way to do things that would create goodwill with the
neighbors and reported that he had received a number of complaints.
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Alderman Newman also reported that he had received a letter the previous Saturday from a citizen not in his ward,
urging him to support Alderman Kent's request for twenty more police officers.' He thanked Alderman Kent for
his leadership on this issue and said that he believed that his request had the support of the majority of the Council.
He said that he was aware that these were difficult budget times, but it was an issue of paramount importance. He
hoped that enough time would be given to discussion of all the merits of his proposal.
Alderman Newman announced that, effective tomorrow, he will reside at 2145 Sherman Avenue and all
correspondence should be directed to that address.
In response to a question from Mayor Morton, Acting City Manager Aiello said that the Evanston Police
Department is fully staffed with police officers budgeted for 1994-95.
Alderman Engelman thanked Intern, Laura Miller, Director of Facilities Management, Max Rubin, his staff and
the Fire Department for the speed with which they responded to the oil spill. He said that there will be no Exxon
Valdez's in Evanston!
He welcomed Intern, Mike Guttman, and promised not to harass him with too many aldermanic requests.
Alderman Engelman announced that on July 13th, the Plan Commission will hold a hearing at 7:30 P.M., in the
Council Chamber, on revisions to the site plan for the Buck Development and the Planned Development for the
project.
Alderman Engelman congratulated the Central Street Merchants Association for another successful Central Street
Far. He noted that for the twelfth year in a row, he had been out of town and could not attend, but had heard good
things about the Fair.
Alderman Engelman reported that the State Legislature had recently enacted the Industrial Jobs Recovery Act, which
is a new economic development tool which is specifically targeted at manufacturing districts and areas where there
is high unemployment. He had forwarded a copy of the Act to staff for their review and analysis, and hoped that
this new economic development tool would be brought to the Economic Development Committee, so they can see
how Evanston can take advantage of this tool to address some of the needs of the City's manufacturing districts.
Alderman Guthrie thanked the Fourth of July Association for, once again, providing Evanston with a terrific Fourth
of July parade and weather. She said that she had marched with Group 134 and had a good time. She reported
that she had spoken to the parade coordinator and promised to work with him to get all of the aldermen, and perhaps
some staff, in the parade next year. The organization may even provide a trolley car, so the aldermen won't have
to march. She said that it is a lot of fun and it is surprising to see how responsive the spectators are to the various
groups..
Alderman Guthrie reported on a meeting held in Baker Park to discuss the rehabilitation of the park. She thanked
Director of Parks/Forestry and Recreation, Don Wirth, for his patience in explaining the plans to everyone who
straggled in late.
Alderman Guthrie thanked the Andersons, one of the couples receiving a Preservation Award this evening, for all
the work that they did on their house. She said that their extensive work was an educational experience for all the'
neighbors and was inspiring her to consider taking the siding off her house, too.
Alderman Heydemann reported that she had attended the Central Street Fair and is a wonderful event. It had free
pony rides and games and the sweet potato pie was terrific. She said that it was a nice atmosphere and a very
pleasant place to be on a Saturday afternoon.
She apologized for missing the last meeting, reporting that she had spent the day with her four grandchildren.
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Alderman Heydemann complimented Market Master, Curtis Chancellor, for the wonderful Farmer's Market every
Saturday and said that she was happy to see the signs that inform people that dogs are not allowed. She was pleased
to report that she had run into one of the market's founders, Harriet Friedlander, and said that she was very grateful
that Mrs. Friedlander and others worked hard to establish this wonderful event that has become self-sustaining.
Alderman Heydemann reported that after reading the minutes of the last meeting, she had called Rick Koepke, the
manager of Greenwood Care, and had been assured, once again, that the management of Greenwood Care is as
interested as all the rest of us are in making sure that exactly the same standards are applied to the residents of that
facility as are applied to the rest of Evanston residents. They have promised to do everything they can to make sure
the behavior of the people who live there is appropriate and held up to community standards. She urged everyone
to report any offensive behavior immediately to the police and/or to herself. She said that a call about each incident
should be made as soon as possible, with as many specific details as possible. She noted that the facility is anxious
to change the offensive behavior of the residents and reported that some of the residents who were unable to change
their behavior have already been moved out. She said that she hoped the quality of life could be improved for
everyone around there.
Alderman Hevdemann made a reference to the Enerev Commission that thev ask Northern Illinois Gas Comnanv
to do an evaluation of how effective coeeneration would be at the water plant. She noted that NI Gas provides this
service for free. Seconded by Alderman Engelman. Motion carried. No nays.
Alderman Heydemann announced that Jonathan Perman (Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce) and his
wife became the parents of a baby girl, Jacqueline, this past week and congratulated them.
Alderman Kent requested that a stop sign be placed at the Lyons and Hartrey intersection for the southbound traffic;
at the Foster/Jackson intersection for the east and westbound traffic; and at one at Hamlin and Maple for the north
and southbound traffic.
Alderman Kent made a reference to the Environment Board to beein a studv about the odor generated by the Active
Service Corooration at Church and Darrow. He reported that the neighbors have to smell some very foul odors
and it is very uncomfortable. Acting Manager Aiello said that staff would be happy to look at it to see if it is a
violation of any health regulations and then go from there. Alderman Kent urged her to have it done quickly.
Alderman Kent made a reference to the Citv/School Liaison Committee to take a look at the crossine euards for
Kingslev and Haven at Green Bav and McCormick and to take a look at the natterns where the students really cross
the street. such as at Bridge Street. He also asked that thev look at the intersection of Church/Leland/Fowler where
children cross to King Lab. He su2eested that the school district revisit their oolicv of not painting crosswalks and
not iDuttin&XR signs about children nlaving or crossing because it will eive the children a false sense of security.
He suggested that nerhans volunteers or other methods could be used to eive the children a higher level of comfort.
Seconded by Alderman Engelman. Motion carried. No nays.
Alderman Newman said that in order to make the reference successful, it would be helpful to have Alderman Kent
and Traffic Engineer, Dave Jennings, at the committee meeting to present their concerns. He noted that the next
City/School meeting would be devoted only to Northlight Theatre, but offered to schedule a special meeting to deal
with the street crossing issue before school begins.
Alderman Kent announced that there will be a PEER Services Fund Raiser at Ravinia on August 10, to see the
Neville Brothers. Dinner at 6:00 P.M., concert at 8:00 P.M. Tickets are $25.
Alderman Kent also announced that he was a Children's Story Reader at Bames & Noble Bookstore and would there
on Wednesdays at 10:00 A.M., Fridays at 7:00 P.M. and Saturdays at 10:00 A.M. and invited everyone to bring
their children or just drop by.
Alderman Drummer said he appreciated that Alderman Engelman had brought up the Jobs Recovery Act and noted
that they had both made a tour of the manufacturing companies, Irmco and Thermal Laminating, with members of
City staff. He said that the Chamber scheduled these tours of Evanston industrial businesses regularly and urged
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other Council members to participate. He reminded Council that the City has recently been approached by two
manufacturing companies about receiving assistance. He said that the City should make overtures to the
manufacturing businesses to see how they are doing, what their needs are, and if they have expansion plans, because
they are important to the future of Evanston. He noted that a lot of them are in his ward and he was very concerned
about them.
Alderman Drummer said that the most serious note for him during the past week was the passing of a good friend,
former alderman Rosemary Pabst. He extended his sympathy to her family and noted that she was a unique
individual who always made a person feel good to be around her. As refined a woman as she was, she found time
to relate to anyone who passed her way. He said that he had the opportunity to work with her, not just on City
Council, but also in setting up the Foster Reading Center. Right up until the end, she dedicated herself to the
Center and had a real sense of compassion for all less fortunate people, especially the children at the Reading
Center. In dealing with some of those children at Fleetwood Jourdain Center, he knew that it takes a real strong
person to persevere in those efforts, but she delighted in that work. He said that we will all miss Rosemary. Here
at City Hall, she was a champion alderman.
Alderman Holsman reported that the Brummel Park Cougar Steppers participated in the Fourth of July Parade and
received a First Prize in performance. He congratulated Stephanie and Ken Westbrook and Mary Lane for their
dedication to these girls, ages 9 to 13. He said that they put the program together in about two months.
Alderman Holsman thanked the Recreation Department, the Ridgeville Park District and the Evanston Neighborhood
Conference (ENC) for providing Fourth of July games in Elks Park. He believed that this was the first time that
park had been a site and nearly one hundred kids participated. He thanked Ridgeville Park District for sponsoring
the Jesse White Tumblers, who performed a very exciting show for over 200 spectators. He thanked the City of
Evanston, Clyde -Callan Neighbors, Brummel Park Neighbors, the Private Industry Council, the'Youth Job Center,
Target Greatland, the Ridgeville Park District, St. Francis Hospital, and ENC for their participation in a Jobs Fair
and The Mennonite Church for providing the site for the fair.
Alderman Holsman reported that the neighbors on Jenks and Dodge north of Howard have been complaining about
truck traffic doing damage to their homes and made a reference to the Administration and Public Works Committee
(A & PW) to consider prohibiting truck traffic on Dodge Avenue. from Howard to Oakton.
He noted that he had made four announcements to encourage viewers of Council meetings from his ward to
telephone him and let him know they had watched. He reported that he had received only one telephone call. He
was not sure if people were not watching the meetings because they are late at night or because people don't have
cable. He said that he wanted to find better ways to disseminate information. He made a reference to the A & PW
Committee to look into cablecastine the Council meeting throughout the week and to consider cablecasting the A
& PW meeting. He also asked staff to investigate additional methods in disseminating Citv information. His survey
told him that many of the residents are not well-informed as he would like to see them be.
Alderman Feldman noted that this is the season for block parties and thanked people from Washington, Madison,
Sherman, Seward, Wesley, Grey and the Progressive Evanston Neighbors for inviting him to their block parties.
He also reported that he had attended some block parties to which he had not been invited. He said that block
parties are a great tradition and helped create cohesive neighborhoods.
Alderman Feldman requested that any alderman who intends to remove an item from the table, inform the rest of
the Council in advance, so the aldermen can let interested citizens know that the issue is going to be discussed.
Mayor Morton reported that she had attended a block party on the St. Francis Hospital parking lot and was pleased
that the facility was willing to share part of its parking lot with a neighborhood group for a picnic.
Mayor Morton said that in an effort to improve communication with religious institutions in the City, she was able
to convince the Chamber of Commerce to co-sponsor a meeting with the leaders of the religious community. The
Women's Club is providing the space to hold the meeting. She said that she will inform them of the positive things
the Council is doing for the City.
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Alderman Feldman agreed with Mayor Morton comments about St. Francis Hospital and said that both he and
Alderman Holsman found them to be most accommodating and community minded.
Finally Mayor Morton announced that there will be a Starlight Concert at 7:00 P.M. at the Dawes Park Lagoon and
that the Ethnic Arts Festival will take place in Dawes Park from noon to 6:00 P.M. on the next Saturday and
Sunday, July 16 and 17.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Morton asked for a motion to adjourn. The
Council so moved and adjourned at 10:55 P.M.
KIRSTEN F. DAVIS
CrrY CLERK