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Deadline to file for Cook County Tax Exemptions
The deadline for homeowners to apply for property tax exemptions is Monday, April 29
04/24/2024 12:22 PM
Starlight Concert & Movie Series Kicks Off June 1
Featuring nine free outdoor concerts and 11 free outdoor movies at park locations throughout the summer.
04/24/2024 10:29 AM
Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market Returns May 4
This season, more than 50 vendors will sell a wide variety of goods, including fruits, vegetables, meat, flowers, cheese, baked goods and more.
04/11/2024 1:59 PM
Blossoming in Evanston: Meet Joanne Leiman
In celebration of spring, we're featuring local business owner Joanne Leiman. Joanne owns FlowerFlowers, which focuses on creating unique floral arrangements.
04/11/2024 1:13 PM
Evanston Beach Passes Available From April 15
Season beach passes are free for Evanston residents
04/03/2024 3:51 PM
2024 Cook County Assessor Property Tax Appeals
Accepted through April 19
03/29/2024 4:19 PM
Celebrate Older Americans Month
Register for the Aging Well Conference this May
03/28/2024 11:57 AM
Evanston's Skate Park Grand Opening
Celebration and ribbon cutting at Twiggs Park on Saturday, April 6, from noon to 2 p.m.
03/27/2024 12:58 PM
Food and Yard Waste Collections Begin April 1
Collections will occur on residents' regular refuse and recycling collection days through Thursday, December 5.
03/20/2024 10:16 AM
Spring Bulk Trash Pickups Begin April 5
The City's Public Works Agency will offer residents the free removal of up to six cubic yards of bulk garbage this spring as part of its Bulk Trash Pickup program.
03/19/2024 11:48 AM
Evanston Leaf Blower Reminders
With spring weather approaching, residents are reminded that gasoline and propane-powered leaf blowers are no longer allowed in Evanston.
03/14/2024 12:04 PM
Senior Freeze Property Tax Exemption
Renewal Applications Due April 5
03/14/2024 11:16 AM
City Receives $400,000 Grant from Cook County
The grant will help fund the City’s Sidewalk Improvement Program, a City-funded sidewalk replacement and gap infill program.
03/13/2024 10:55 AM
2024 Alley Maintenance Schedule
Each year, Evanston’s more than 300 unpaved alleys are periodically graded by the City.
03/12/2024 4:36 PM
Envision Evanston 2045: Community Participation Needed
March and April are dedicated to hearing the community’s lived experiences.
03/07/2024 4:43 PM
Draft CAPER 2023 Available
Community members can provide public comment through Tuesday, March 19.
03/06/2024 4:00 PM
Applications Open for Cultural Fund Grants
Join us for a free Virtual Information Session on March 7.
03/05/2024 12:56 PM
Statement: 909 Davis Street (OMA) Response
Response regarding the Open Meetings Act Public Access Counselor's binding opinion.
03/04/2024 2:30 PM
Citywide Ban on Flavored Tobacco
This ban on the sale of all flavored tobacco products will go into effect on April 1, 2024.
03/01/2024 10:23 AM
City Launches 'Enjoy Evanston' Website
The City of Evanston has launched Enjoy Evanston, a centralized website along with dedicated social media platforms for each business district.
02/29/2024 11:06 AM