Evanston has tried to appoint a city manager for about two years, following the departure of Wally Bobkiewicz in 2019. But with two failed attempts to secure a permanent appointment, the search has not been easy, as residents criticize a lack of transparency surrounding the selection process. Under Evanston’s council-manager system of government, residents elect.
City Council discussed how to use funds Evanston received from the American Rescue Plan Act Monday night. City staff have proposed that the largest portion of ARPA-related funding $11.2 million should be allocated to “Revenue Loss Funding.” That would include staff restoration and hazard pay for certain city employees who worked essential jobs.
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The meeting is scheduled to start at 6:55 p.m.
A packet with information on tonight’s agenda items is available online.
Several items were held in committee earlier today and will not be voted on at City Council tonight. The yare
A12 – An intergovernmental agreement between the CTA and the city to provide police staffing on CTA trains.
A13 – Amending the city code regarding sale or real property
P1 – Landmark designation for 2715 Hurd Ave.
Meeting called to order at 7:03 p.m.
City clerk notes comments received from over a dozen people about the beach lifeguards situation, eight people supporting, and 30 people opposing, the game-day parking expansion at Canal Shores.