Mayoral hopefuls break ice in first forum

Five candidates for Evanston mayor discussed climate and transportation priorities at a forum Saturday afternoon hosted by Climate Action Evanston and the Evanston Transit Alliance. Jeff Boarini, Stephanie Mendoza, Jane Grover, Gilo Logan and Jeff Smith addressed topics including bike safety, transit infrastructure, the city’s forthcoming bike plan, the Healthy Buildings Ordinance and energy efficiency. Candidate Ann Rainey missed the event because of a scheduling conflict; her campaign submitted written responses.