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Evanston public meetings in 2023

52 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 19, 2023

City Council

Council to approve two final plats and amend street definition

The Evanston City Council will consider routine approvals including minutes, bills, and a consent agenda. New business includes two final plat approvals for the Arnexus Condominiums 2023 Addition and the Warren Hales Subdivision, plus an ordinance amending the city code's definition of a street or highway to mirror state statutes.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Council to discuss golf club lease with advisory board

The Evanston City Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: a discussion of the golf club lease, led by Rocco of the Golf Course Advisory Board. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

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Tue Nov 28, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Council work session: arts group, counseling center, building proposal

The Evanston City Council is holding a work session to discuss three items: a presentation from Arts, Inc. with Diane Sellers, a proposal for 85 Park Road from Brad Hatch of Pioneer Counseling, and a building proposal from Justin Dennis. No decisions are being made at this session; it is for discussion only.

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Tue Nov 21, 2023

City Council

Council to approve parade permits, insurance renewal, water project change order

The Evanston City Council will consider routine items including parade permits for two holiday events, a dental insurance renewal for employees, a change order for a water replacement project, and declaring two vehicles as surplus. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

City Council

Council to review conditional use permit for accessory building at 1600 West Center

The Evanston City Council will hold a public hearing to review a conditional use permit for a detached accessory building at 1600 West Center, followed by action on the review. The council will also consider three resolutions: approving final plats for the Saabedra Addition and Hotel Evanston Addition, and authorizing an amendment to a transportation agreement for the Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement Project. Routine items include approving bills, the August 2023 revenue and expenditure report, and minutes from prior meetings.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Evanston P&Z to weigh fence height exception and LED sign permit

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests: a height exception for an 8-foot fence at 209 Center Street and a conditional use permit for an LED sign at 1624 Harrison Drive. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting.

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Tue Oct 24, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Golf course update and Resolution 23-26 language review on agenda

The Evanston City Council work session will hear a golf course update from Golf Pro Scott Ehlers and discuss language in Resolution 23-26, led by Council member Hegeman. No decisions are listed; the agenda is brief and procedural.

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Tue Oct 17, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on Strand Theater operating agreement and water project change order

The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including bills and minutes, and to consider several resolutions. Key actions include authorizing a property use agreement for a sign with the Chamber of Commerce, an operating agreement for the Strand Theater with the Urban Renewal Agency, and a change order for the 18th, 19th, and West Summit Water Replacement Project. The agenda also includes street closure permits for downtown events.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss letter supporting delay of Old State Hospital demolition

The Evanston City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and then take action on a letter of support to delay the demolition of the Old State Hospital. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, with the rest being standard procedural steps.

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Tue Oct 3, 2023

City Council

Council to review height exception and liquor license transfer

The Evanston City Council will hold public hearings and take action on a height exception for 117 Citation Lane and a conditional use permit for a detached accessory building. They will also consider transferring a retail liquor license from Golden Ticket, LLC (Painted Lady) to Joeco LLC (Queen City Saloon). The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and revenue reports, plus consent items for street and parade permits.

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Mon Oct 2, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Evanston P&Z to weigh Dominion Energy fence height exception

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a height exception request from Dominion Energy to build an 8-foot fence at 209 Center Street, exceeding the 4-foot front yard and 6-foot other yard limits. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the September 11 meeting, and discuss the Gateway Addition major subdivision under other business.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

City Council

Council to annex GTR Property Holdings land, final reading

The Evanston City Council will hold a third and final reading of Ordinance 23-05 to annex property requested by GTR Property Holdings, LLC. They will also consider resolutions for a subdivision plat, police grant agreements, software licensing, and a T-Mobile grant application. The agenda includes routine consent items like street closure permits for the Homecoming Parade and Fall Main Street Bash.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

City Council

Council to review Dominion Energy conditional use permit for 209 Center Street

The Evanston City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and take action on the call-up and review of Dominion Energy's conditional use permit application for 209 Center Street. The agenda includes only this item, along with standard procedural matters.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved Dominion Energy conditional use permit with conditions

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. A motion to approve Dominion Energy's Conditional Use Permit for 209 Center Street was passed with three yes votes and two no votes. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:00 p.m.

Mon Sep 11, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on accessory building size variance

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit request from Todd Osterling to allow detached accessory buildings to exceed the size limits relative to the principal building's footprint at 1600 West Center Street. The property is zoned Low Density Residential-Established (LR-E). The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission denies accessory building permit for 1600 W. Center Street

The Commission unanimously denied a request for a Conditional Use Permit regarding detached accessory building size limits at 1600 W. Center Street. The board also approved the corrected agenda and the minutes from the August 7, 2023, meeting.

Tue Sep 5, 2023

City Council

Council to renew liquor licenses, review fence height exception

The Evanston City Council will hold a public hearing on liquor license renewals, consider a petition to review a fence height exception, and vote on several resolutions including an airport grant and water main projects. They will also approve routine items like bills and street closure permits.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves annexation of GTR Property Holdings, LLC real property

The City Council passed Ordinance 23-05 on second reading to annex real property requested by GTR Property Holdings, LLC. The council also renewed multiple liquor licenses and approved street closures for upcoming community events.

Tue Aug 15, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves annexation of 1.62-acre parcel

The City Council passed a first reading of an ordinance to annex a 1.62-acre parcel requested by GTR Property Holdings, LLC. The council also approved a subdivision plat and a funding agreement for a river stream gauge.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Council to discuss animal leash law and give award

The Evanston City Council work session on August 8, 2023, includes a discussion of a proposed animal leash law, led by Cindy Thompson. The council will also present an 'Above and Beyond' award from Mayor Williams. No formal votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

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Mon Aug 7, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to review four residential exception requests

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider four requests for height exceptions, a variance, and a conditional use permit, all involving residential properties. The agenda also includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes and future meeting dates.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves carport variance and accessory building permit

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a variance for a carport addition and a conditional use permit for a detached accessory building. A request for a fence height exception was denied, and one energy-related item was tabled.

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Tue Aug 1, 2023

City Council

Evanston Council to vote on easement, software deals, VFW beer permit

The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including bills and minutes, and to act on a consent agenda. The council will vote on two resolutions: an easement agreement with QWEST/CenturyLink and a software services addendum with iWorQ for the Public Works Department. A limited malt beverage permit for a VFW softball tournament is also on the consent agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves 2023 street chip seal project contract

The City Council approved a contract with CPCO, LLC for the 2023 street chip seal project. Other actions included authorizing a software agreement for Public Works and an easement purchase from Qwest Corporation.

Tue Jul 18, 2023

City Council

Council to approve water project change order and street closures

The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including minutes, bills, and two street closures for local events. The main new business is a resolution to approve Change Order No. 2 for the 18th, 19th, & West Summit Water Replacement Project. Public participation is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves water replacement project change order

The City Council adopted Resolution 23-55 to approve Change Order No. 2 for the 18th, 19th & West Summit Water Replacement Project. The council also approved two street closures for upcoming community events and authorized various bills for payment.

Thu Jul 13, 2023

City Council

Council to appoint city attorney and municipal judge

The Evanston City Council is meeting to consider two appointments: Mark Harris as City Attorney/Prosecutor and Dean Stout as Municipal Judge, both effective July 13, 2023. The agenda includes a swearing-in ceremony. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Evanston City Council confirms City Attorney and Municipal Judge

The City Council met for a special session to confirm two mayoral appointments. Mark Harris was appointed as City Attorney/Prosecutor and Dean Stout was appointed as Municipal Judge.

Mon Jul 10, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to review five conditional use permits and one height exception

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several conditional use permits, including requests for an accessory building, an off-track betting establishment, a bar, a package liquor store, and a public utility facility, as well as a height exception for a fence. These are public hearings and decisions on the requests will be made at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves permits for horse racing facility and utility use

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three conditional use permits for Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC to operate an off-track betting establishment, a bar, and a package liquor store. A permit for Dominion Energy to establish a public utility facility was also approved. Two other requests regarding building and fence heights were tabled.

Wed Jul 5, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on liquor license transfer, police items, street overlay

The Evanston City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on transferring a retail liquor license from Knights Inn to Affordable Inns & Restaurant. They will also consider several resolutions, including a street overlay project, annexation, and audit services, plus police-related motions and ordinances.

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✓ Decided: City Council names new roadway and updates traffic codes

The City Council approved the naming of Providence Way and updated city traffic codes to align with state statutes. Other actions included approving various bills, a mutual aid agreement with Summit County, and a request for watershed project funds.

Tue Jun 27, 2023

City Council

Evanston City Council special meeting: agenda approval and bills only

This is a special City Council meeting with a procedural agenda. The council will call the meeting to order, take roll call, approve the agenda, and approve bills before adjourning. No substantive policy items or public hearings are listed.

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✓ Decided: Evanston City Council approves bills for payment

The City Council held a special meeting to approve the agenda and a list of bills for payment covering the period from June 21, 2023, to June 27, 2023.

Tue Jun 20, 2023

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on FY2024 budget and vote on bids

The Evanston City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and consider several resolutions and motions, including accepting bids for chip seal and overlay projects, updating the sidewalk replacement program, and authorizing various agreements. The agenda also includes consent items for street closure permits for July 4th block parties and an after-Brewfest party, as well as second readings of two ordinances.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves road projects and names new roadway Providence Way

The City Council approved contracts for a chip seal project and an overlay project. They passed ordinances to name a new street and update traffic code provisions. Additionally, the council authorized a software contract for police dash cameras and approved several July 4th street closure permits.

Tue Jun 13, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Evanston Council discusses budget finalization and Front Street crosswalks

The Evanston City Council held a work session to discuss three specific items. The agenda included a discussion on a worksheet for local contractors, plans for crosswalks on Front Street, and the finalization of the city budget. No votes or formal decisions were recorded in the provided agenda text.

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Tue Jun 6, 2023

City Council

Council to approve multiple contracts and ordinances at June 6 meeting

The Evanston City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 6, 2023, to consider routine items, including approving bills and minutes, and to act on several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include authorizing maintenance and professional service agreements for city projects, and first readings of ordinances to name a roadway and amend traffic code provisions.

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✓ Decided: Evanston City Council approves several infrastructure and maintenance contracts

The City Council approved agreements for roof projects at City Hall and the Roundhouse, as well as a generator maintenance contract. The council also authorized a power easement for the Fairgrounds and a software service agreement. A proposal for engineering services for the Twin Ridge Transmission Line Project passed with a split vote.

Mon Jun 5, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves height exception for Uinta County fence

The Commission approved a height exception for a fence at 176 Bear River Drive. The request allows the fence to exceed the four-foot maximum height limit in the front yard setback area. No public testimony was provided.

Tue May 23, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Council to discuss golf club building and budget

The Evanston City Council work session will discuss the Evanston Golf Club building with board president Tyler Tholl, and the city budget with treasurer Trudy Lym. Both items are listed as discussions, with no decisions or votes scheduled on the agenda.

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Tue May 16, 2023

City Council

Council to approve pickleball/basketball court construction bid

The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items and several motions and resolutions. Key actions include accepting a low bid for new pickleball and basketball courts, appointing voting delegates for a WAM convention, releasing retainage for a construction project, and authorizing grant applications and agreements. The agenda also includes multiple street closures, parade routes, and limited malt beverage permits for community events.

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✓ Decided: City Council awards bid for new pickleball and basketball courts

The City Council approved a construction bid for new sports courts and adopted resolutions to apply for a police grant and enter into design and operating agreements. The council also approved various street closures, parade routes, and beverage permits for upcoming community events.

Tue May 9, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Evanston City Council discusses budget, infrastructure, and park agreements

The City Council will hold a work session to receive updates on the City Ditch Piping Project and the Urban Renewal Association. The session also includes discussions regarding the city budget, golf cart lease agreements, and the City Operating Agreement.

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Tue May 2, 2023

City Council

Council to consider joining Wyoming Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System

The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items including bills, the March 2023 revenue and expenditure report, and minutes from previous meetings. The only new business is Resolution 23-33, which would authorize the city to participate in the Wyoming Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System, a program for managing public funds. The agenda is largely procedural, with no other substantive policy items listed.

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✓ Decided: Evanston City Council joins Wyoming Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities Systems

The City Council adopted Resolution 23-33 to participate in a statutory trust for legal investments. The council also approved the March 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report and various bills for payment.

Mon May 1, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission agenda unavailable due to missing file

The agenda for the May 1, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting could not be retrieved; the linked PDF file was not found on the city's website. The page contains only navigation and general city information, with no specific agenda items listed.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves building variances and conditional use permit

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two variance requests and one conditional use permit for residential properties. One variance request for 310 Alpine Circle was suspended from voting. All approved motions passed unanimously.

Tue Apr 25, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Evanston City Council to discuss steam engine and budget

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Steam Engine 4420 with the Historic Preservation Commission. The session also includes a budget discussion led by City Treasurer Trudy Lym.

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Tue Apr 18, 2023

City Council

Council to set golf fees, approve fireworks days, and act on parking deferral

The Evanston City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, including bills and minutes, and to act on several resolutions. Key items include setting 2023 green fees for the Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course, deferring off-street parking requirements for Boardwalk Industries, and approving the days and hours for July 4th fireworks. The council will also consider consent agenda items for parade and street closures, and limited malt beverage permits for community events.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopts new rules of procedure and parking deferral for Boardwalk Industries

The City Council adopted new rules of procedure and order for public meetings and approved a parking requirement deferral for a development at 70 Bear River Drive. The council also set 2023 fees for the Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course and designated specific public areas as exceptions to the open container ordinance.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Evanston City Council holds work session on budget and club updates

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city budget with Treasurer Trudy Lym. The session also includes an update regarding the Boys and Girls Club and discussions involving Dominion Energy and Aspen Mountain Plumbing.

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Tue Apr 11, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Evanston City Council approves opioid settlement and child development center agreement

The City Council authorized the execution of the OneWyo II Opioid Settlement to receive funds for abatement programs. The Council also approved a Non-disturbance and Estoppel Agreement with the Evanston Child Development Center, Inc. to facilitate a USDA loan for property improvements.

Mon Apr 3, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh conditional use permit for Bear River Drive dwellings

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests at its April 3 meeting: a conditional use permit from Boardwalk Industries to allow dwellings on and above the ground floor at 70 Bear River Drive, and a height exception from Uinta County School District #1 for accessory buildings at 701 W. Cheyenne Drive. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission suspends votes on two applications due to lack of quorum

The commission held public hearings for a conditional use permit and a height exception but took no final action on either request. Voting on both items was suspended until a special meeting can be held because the board lacked a quorum.

Tue Mar 28, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Evanston City Council discusses budget and community topics

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city budget with Treasurer Trudy Lym. The session also includes discussions regarding Cowboy Days, rules of conduct, and open container regulations.

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Tue Mar 21, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on zone change, FAA agreement, police grants

The Evanston City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include a third reading of a zone change for Jaygee Bros, approval of an FAA agreement, contracts for fire services, and grants for police drug enforcement and in-car cameras. The agenda also includes a consent item for extended liquor sales hours on specific dates.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves zone change for Jaygee Bros and various police grants

The City Council approved a zoning change and Master Plan amendment for a property requested by Jaygee Bros. They also authorized several law enforcement grants and contracts, approved a vehicle bid, and granted extended hours for liquor dealers.

Tue Mar 14, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Evanston City Council discusses budget, safety, and public health

The City Council will discuss the city budget with Treasurer Trudy Lym. Additional discussions include suicide rates, train safety, and texting while driving.

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Tue Mar 7, 2023

City Council

Council votes on theft ordinance and zone change for Jaygee Bros property

The Evanston, WY City Council meets to approve bills and the January 2023 financial report. The agenda includes the third and final reading of an ordinance amending theft laws and the second reading of a zone change request. Additionally, the council will authorize a contract for law enforcement software services.

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✓ Decided: Evanston City Council updates theft laws and approves zoning change

The Council passed an ordinance updating the city code regarding theft and theft of services. They also approved a second reading for a zone change for Jaygee Bros and authorized a software contract for police dash cameras.

Mon Mar 6, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on Smith's Food and Drug sign permit

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit request from Smith's Food and Drug for additional signage at 86 Yellow Creek Road. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and prior minutes, with no other substantive items listed.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves conditional use permit for Smith’s Food and Drug signs

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request to allow more than one ground or pole sign per street front at 86 Yellow Creek Road. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 6, 2023, meeting.

Tue Feb 28, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Council to discuss rodeo series, Cowboy Days, and rules of conduct

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss funding for a rodeo series, review the Cowboy Days event, and receive education on rules of conduct from the city attorney and a WAM attorney. No formal votes are expected.

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Tue Feb 21, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Evanston City Council updates theft laws and approves zoning change

The Council passed an ordinance updating the city code regarding theft and theft of services. They also approved a zoning change for an 11.913-acre tract and authorized several service agreements and bank depositories.

Tue Feb 7, 2023

City Council

Council to consider blight declaration, brewery lease, property trades, theft ordinance

The Evanston City Council is holding its regular meeting with routine approvals (minutes, bills, December 2022 revenue/expenditure report) and a consent agenda item for a street closure for the Evanston Car Show. The main business includes several resolutions: declaring parts of the city as blight, a development agreement and lease with Shades of Pale, Inc. for a brewery/tasting room/restaurant at the Historic Roundhouse, a warranty deed to Clean Energy, and a real property trade with School District No. One. The council will also hold a first reading of an ordinance amending the petit larceny section and adding a theft of services section to the city code.

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Mon Feb 6, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Zone change and plan amendment for 11.9-acre Cheyenne Drive tract

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests by Jaygee Bros. for an 11.913-acre tract along Cheyenne Drive between Frontier Square shopping center and Pyro City Fireworks. One request (ZC 168) seeks a zone change from Community Business-Developing (CB-D) to Business/Light Manufacturing-Redeveloping (B/LM-R). The other (MPA 169) seeks an amendment to the Evanston 2010 Comprehensive Plan to change land use from Highway Business to Business/Light Manufacturing. Both are tied to a sketch plan for a 22-lot subdivision, with 17 lots proposed for B/LM-R zoning.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval of zone change and plan amendment for Jaygee Bros.

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval to the City Council for a zone change and comprehensive plan amendment regarding an 11.913-acre tract on Cheyenne Drive. The request involves changing the land use to Business/Light Manufacturing for a proposed 22-lot subdivision.

Tue Jan 24, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Council discusses car show sponsorship and gas chamber resolution

This work session agenda contains two discussion items: a sponsorship request for the Evanston Car Show presented by Jon Pentz, and a discussion with Madhu Anderson regarding Wyoming Against Gas Chambers. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion only.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023

City Council

Council votes on power conduit contract and water project change order

The City Council will approve bills and the November 2022 financial report. The main business involves accepting a low bid for power conduit installation at the Evanston Union Center and approving a change order for the 18th, 19th & W. Summit Water Replacement Project. The council will also appoint a special prosecutor for a specific municipal court case.

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✓ Decided: Evanston City Council approves power conduit contract and water project change order

The City Council approved a contract with SCI, Inc. for power conduit installation and a change order for a water replacement project. The council also appointed members to three local boards and hired a special prosecutor for a municipal court case.

Tue Jan 10, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

Council discusses baseball field upgrades, ECDC building project, and subdivision access naming.

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss three items: upgrades to the Evanston Outlaws Baseball field, the Phase II building project for the Evanston Child Development Center (ECDC), and a request from Kristina & Rod Ruiz to name an access point to a subdivision and road. No formal votes are expected.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Evanston P&Z to weigh flagpole height exception and salon home occupation

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests: a height exception for a 50-foot flagpole at Heritage Chevrolet Buick GMC, and a conditional use permit for a home-based beauty salon. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves height exception for flagpole and home beauty salon permit

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a height exception for a flagpole at 624 Front Street. The commission also granted a conditional use permit for a home-based beauty salon at 142 Hunt Avenue.

Tue Jan 3, 2023

City Council

Council to consider liquor license transfer, budget changes, and water projects

The Evanston City Council will hold public hearings on proposed FY2023 budget modifications and a retail liquor license transfer from Homestretch Bar to Horse Palace, followed by a motion to approve the transfer. The council will also consider several resolutions, including applications for state grants to replace aging water lines and upgrade a wastewater lift station, as well as a dental insurance renewal. Additionally, they will address appointments, elect a council president, and consider removing Ordinance 22-05 from the table.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves budget adjustments and multiple ARPA grant applications

The City Council approved budget revisions for fiscal year 2023 and authorized three grant applications for water and sewer infrastructure. The Council also confirmed department head appointments and elected Mike Sellers as Council President for 2023.