​REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS
LORRAINE H. MORTON CIVIC CENTER
JAMES C. LYTLE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Monday, January 27th, 2020
Present:
Alderman Fiske 	Alderman Revelle
Alderman Braithwaite 	Alderman Rainey
Alderman Wynne 	Alderman Fleming
Alderman Wilson 	Alderman Suffredin
Alderman Rue Simmons 	(9)
Absent:
Presiding: 	Mayor Stephen Hagerty
Devon Reid
City Clerk

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Mayor’s Public Announcements
Mayor Hagerty Announcements and Proclamations:
● Recognition of S.O.A.R. Program Participants
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City Manager’s Public Announcements
City Manager Erika Storlie welcomed Nicholas Cummings' as the new Deputy City Attorney
for the City of Evanston.
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City Clerk’s Communications
City Clerk Reid provided information on the upcoming March 17, 2020 Election. 	Watch
Public Comment
Toby Sachs 	He along with all other members of the Arts Council opposed the
removal of exemption tax for not-for-profit arts organizations. This
would cause many organizations to increase ticket prices which in
turn would drive down attendance.
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BJ Jones 	Talked about the proposal to impose taxes on not-for-profit arts
organizations.
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Dianna Hamann 	Voiced her opposition to the proposed revisions to the amusement
tax.
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Dickelle Fonda 	Voiced her support for Resolution 5-R-20 to allow the opening of a
restaurant at 1829 Simpson Street.
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Marcia Bernsten 	Shared he concerns over the City of Evanston possibly using drones
for surveillance, which was discussed years prior.
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Maria Lopez 	She is the new owner of Tapas Barcelona along with her husband
who wanted to attend City Council to introduce themselves.
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Allie Harned 	Explained what the Evanston Voter Initiative group is. 	Watch

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John Prince 	Claimed there is tainted food being sold in local grocery stores. 	Watch
Special Order of Business
SP1. Discussion Regarding Proposed Revisions to the Amusement
Tax Ordinance
Staff seeks direction from the City Council regarding the preparation of a
revised amusement tax ordinance.
For Discussion
Direction provided to staff
Motion: Ald.
Fleming
Second: Ald.
Braithwaite
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Consent Agenda
M1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meetings of December 9,
2019 and January 13, 2020
The City Clerk recommends City Council approval of the minutes of the
regular meetings of December 9, 2019 and January 13, 2020.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
A1. Approval of the City of Evanston Payroll and Bills
City Council approved City of Evanston Payroll for the periods of
December 23, 2019 through January 5, 2020 in the amount of
$3,121,470.17, Bills List for January 28, 2020 FY 2019, in the amount of
$4,267,823.22 and Bills List for January 28, 2020 FY 2020 in the amount
of $1,075,594.52.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda

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A2. Contract with Chi-Town Cleaners for 2020-2022 Multi-Year
Janitorial Services at Multiple City Facilities
City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a contract for
multi-year janitorial services at six City facilities (RFP #19- 57) with
Chi-Town Cleaning Services Co., (21W665 Thorndale Ave., Medinah, IL
60157) in the amount of $657,007. Funding will be from four different
accounts, detailed in the summary, depending on the facility being
serviced. A breakdown of funds by year will be as follows: $208,413 for FY
2020, $218,830 for FY 2021 and $229,764 for FY 2022.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
A3. Contract Award with Water Products Company for FY 2020, 2021,
2022 and 2023 Distribution System Materials (Bid 19-64)
City Council authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with
Water Products Company (3255 East New York Street, Aurora IL 60504)
for the purchase of Water Distribution System Materials (brass valves,
fittings and gaskets) for Fiscal Years 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 in the
amount of $360,937.95. Funding is provided by the Water Fund (Account
510.40.4540.65055). The FY 2020 budget has a budget of $150,000. This
account has a YTD balance of $150,000.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
A4. FY 2020 Estimated Annual User Charge with the Metropolitan
Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRDGC) for
Disposal of Sludge Generated as Part of the Water Treatment
Process
City Council approved payment of the estimated annual user charge for
2020 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 $151,800.08. Four payments of
$37,950.02 will be made beginning in February 2020 and ending
November 2020. Funding for this work will be from the Water Fund
(Account 510.40.4220.62420). This account has a budget of $339,000
allocated for MWRDGC sludge disposal fees. The YTD account balance is
$339,000.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda

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A5. Renewal of the Annual Maintenance and Support Agreement with
Harris Computer Systems for the Utility Billing Software
City Council authorized the City Manager to execute the sole-source
renewal of the annual maintenance and support agreement for the term
March 1, 2020 through November 30, 2020 with Harris Computer Systems
(1 Antares Drive, Suite 400, Ottawa, Ontario) for Harris NorthStar Utility
Billing software in the amount of $36,661.59. Staff is in the process of
evaluating proposals for a new utility billing system. Funding for this
purchase will be from Water Fund (Account 510.40.4225.62340), which
has an allocation of $45,000 for this item. This account has an YTD
balance of $373,300.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
A6. Agreement with Northwestern University for the Sale of Salt and
Brine
City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a three-year
agreement to sell road salt and brine to Northwestern University. Revenue
from the sale of these products will be deposited into the General Fund
(Account 100.40.4105.56068).
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
A7. Resolution 5-R-20 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a
Real Estate Contract for the Purchase of a Vacant Lot Located at
1829 Simpson Street
City Council adopted Resolution 5-R-20, authorizing the City Manager to
execute a real estate contract for the purchase of a vacant lot located at
1829 Simpson Street for an amount not to exceed $55,000. The source of
funds for this proposed acquisition is Capital Improvement Funds Parks
Contingency (Account 415.40.4119.65515- 519011).
For Action
Passed 7-2 	Ald. Suffredin and Fleming voted “No”
Motion: Ald.
Rainey
Second: Ald.
Rue Simmons
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A8. Resolution 13-R-20, Authorizing the Settlement and Release of all
Claims in Wanha v. City of Evanston, et al.
City Council adopted Resolution 13-R-20 authorizing the City of Evanston
to issue a settlement payment pursuant to a settlement agreement and
release in Kanan Wanha v. City of Evanston (Case No. 19-c-4346).
Funding will be provided from the Insurance Fund Settlement Costs -

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Liability (Account 605.99.7800.62260).
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
A9. Ordinance 7-O-20, Amending Title 10, Chapter 11, Section 12(H),
“Parking Zones”
City Council adopted Ordinance 7-O-20, amending Title 10, Chapter 11,
Section 12(H), “Parking Zones” to add hourly parking in Lot 1 and remove
Lot 38.
For Introduction
Approved on Consent Agenda
A10. Ordinance 10-O-20, Decreasing the Number of Class C Liquor
Licenses for Pete Miller's Evanston, LLC, Rock n’ Ravioli and
Creperie Saint Germain
City Council adopted Ordinance 10-O-20, decreasing the number of Class
C Liquor Licenses for Pete Miller's Evanston, LLC, d/b/a Pete Miller Steak
House, 1572 Sherman Avenue; Evanston, LLC d/b/a Rock n’ Ravioli 1012
Church Street; and Creperie Saint Germain, Inc d/b/a Jilly’s Bistro, 1512
Sherman Avenue.
For Introduction and Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
A11. Ordinance 11-O-20, Increasing the Number of Class D Liquor
Licenses for Barcelona North Inc., d/b/a Tapas Barcelona, 1615
Chicago Avenue
CIty Council adopted Ordinance 11-O-20, amending Class D Liquor
License from fifty-nine (59) to sixty (60) for Barcelona North, Inc. d/b/a
Tapas Barcelona 1615 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201.
For Introduction and Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
A12. Ordinance 12-O-20, Amending Class R-1 Liquor License from
Zero (0) to One (1) for Levy Premium Food Service Limited
Partnership, 2705 Ashland Avenue
City Council adopted Ordinance 12-O-20, amending Class R-1 Liquor
License from zero (0) to one (1) for Levy Premium Foodservice Limited
Partnership d/b/a Levy At Welsh - Ryan Arena 2705 Ashland Avenue,
Evanston, IL 60201.
Motion: Ald.
Rainey
Second: Ald.
Fiske
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For Introduction
Passed 5-4 Ald Suffredin, Revelle, Fleming and Wynne voted “No”
A13. Ordinance 13-O-20, Amending City Code Section 3-4-6 by
Amending the Class B Liquor License
City Council adopted Ordinance 13-O-20, which amends the Class B
license for movie theaters. The amendments removes the movie rating
requirement of PG-13 or R to authorize the sale of alcohol and increases
the drink maximum per transaction from one (1) to two (2).
For Introduction and Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
A14. Ordinance 14-O-20, Amending City Code Section 3-4-6 by
Amending the City's Class E Liquor License to Permit On-Site
Tastings
City Council adopted Ordinance 14-O-20, which amends the Class E
license for package stores. The amendment permits the on-site
consumption for purposes of tasting only in stores.
For Introduction
Passed 9-0
Motion: Ald.
Rainey
Second: Ald.
Rue Simmons
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A15. Ordinance 16-O-20, Amending City Code Section 3-4-9(B) by
Amending the City Liquor Code to permit the Liquor Commissioner
to Approve Early Hours Requests and Reduce the Fee From $500 to
$100 Per Event
City Council adopted Ordinance 16-O-20, which amends the City Liquor
Code to permit the Liquor Commissioner to approve early hours requests
and reduce the fee from $500 to $100 per event.
For Introduction
Approved on Consent Agenda

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A16. Ordinance 17-O-20, Amending City Code Section 3-4-8(B) by
Amending the City Liquor Code to Require a New Liquor License if
More than 50% of Business is Sold
City Council adopted Ordinance 17-O-20, which amends the Section
3-4-8(B) of the City of Evanston Liquor Code to require a new liquor
license if more than 50% of the restaurant is sold in a year.
For Introduction
Approved on Consent Agenda
A17. Ordinance 9-O-20, Amending Portions of the City Code
Following the Enactment of the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax
Act
City Council adopted Ordinance 9-O-20, amending portions of the City
Code following the enactment of the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax
Act.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
P1. Ordinance 5-O-20 Granting a Special Use for a Commercial
Indoor Recreation Facility, Born2Win, at 2510 Green Bay Rd.
City Council adopted Ordinance 5-O-20 granting special use approval for
a Commercial Indoor Recreation facility, Born2Win, at 2510 Green Bay
Rd. in the B1a Business District and oCSC Central Street Overlay District.
The applicant has complied with all zoning requirements and meets all of
the standards for a special use for this district.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda
P2. Ordinance 6-O-20 Amending Title 6, Planned Development
Setbacks in Residential Districts
City Council adopted a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to revise
section 6-8-1-10 relating to limitations on site development allowances
regarding setbacks for planned developments in Residential Zoning
Districts.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda

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ED1. Resolution 16-R-20 Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate a
TIF Forgivable Loan Agreement with Zipaktli LLC for the Interior
Renovation of a Commercial Property at 1813 Dempster Street
City Council adopted Resolution 16-R-20 in support of a TIF funding
request from Zipaktli LLC, doing business as Zentli, for financial
assistance totaling $24,200 toward the cost of renovating 1813 Dempster
Street. Funding is provided by the West Evanston Tax Increment
Financing Account (Account 335.99.5870.65515), which has a fund
balance of approximately $711,000.
For Action
Passed 7-2 	Ald. Suffredin and Fleming voted “No”
Motion: Ald.
Rainey
Second: Ald.
Fiske
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APP1. Approval of Boards, Commissions and Committee
Appointments The Mayor recommends City Council approval of
appointments to the Commission on Aging and Utilities Commission.
City Council approved temporary appointments to the Board of Ethics to fill
vacancies in order to complete the review of current complaints under the
previous City Code.
For Action
Approved on Consent Agenda

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Call of the Wards
Ward
1:
Made a referral to the Rules Committee to discuss the duties of the City Clerk. 	Watch
Ward
2:
Ward meeting on Thursday, February 13, 2020. 	Watch
Ward
3:
Thanked all 3 residents who attended the previous Ward meeting. 	Watch
Ward
4:
No Report 	Watch
Ward
5:
No Report 	Watch
Ward
6:
Requested clarification on why the City is having the City Manager hiring process
in Executive Session as opposed to publicly.
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Ward
7:
No Report 	Watch
Ward
8:
8th Ward Meeting from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the Levy Senior Center on January
28, 2020. Northlight Theater paid $83,830.33 in property taxes back in 2018.
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Ward
9:
Thanked General Assistance staff for helping a client navigate through some
challenging circumstances. Supports having an OMA (Open Meetings Act) Officer
Suggested that staff have agendas properly placed to avoid confusion.
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Adjournment
Ald. Wilson led City Council into Executive Session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(a) to discuss
agenda items regarding litigation. The agenda item is permitted subject to be considered in
Executive Session and is an enumerated exception under the Open Meetings Act with the
exception being 5 ILCS 120/2(a)(c)(11). A roll call vote was taken and by a vote of 8-1 City
Council recessed into Executive Session.

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