The Human Services Committee on Dec. 1 voted to send HS1 — identified in the meeting as ordinance 70425 amending city code section 7-10-3 — to the Evanston City Council. Council member Rogers moved the item, saying staff recommended the change "to ensure equity and consistency across outdoor recreational amenities."

Rogers asked why hours were placed in an ordinance rather than a policy. Tim Carter, Lakefront and Athletics division manager, told the committee placing hours in ordinance language allows them "to be cited if necessary." The chair said she was glad staff brought the change forward and agreed the alignment would improve equity across recreational sports. The committee approved the motion by voice vote; the item will move to the full council for consideration.

The committee did not record a roll-call tally; minutes reflect a voice vote with the chair announcing "the ayes have it."