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Chief Brian Scott Announces Retirement from the Evanston Fire Department
After 21 years of dedicated service, Evanston Fire Chief Brian Scott has announced his retirement from the Evanston Fire Department effective January 15, 2021.
12/08/2020 4:06 PM
City Sent First Group of Youth Delegates to National League of Cities Virtual City Summit
The City of Evanston partnered with Evanston Cradle to Career and 5th Ward Alderman Robin Rue Simmons to send its first cohort of youth delegates to attend the National League of Cities Virtual City Summit, which took place November 16 through 18.
12/08/2020 11:52 AM
'Coronavirus Q&A' December 9
Hear from vaccine trial participant, Dr. Richard Hubbard
12/03/2020 9:27 AM
My Challenge to You
Read Mayor Hagerty's "Message from the Mayor."
11/20/2020 5:28 PM
2020 Mayor's Award for the Arts Honors Nine Evanston Organizations
Evanston Mayor Stephen Hagerty has awarded nine Evanston organizations with the 2020 Mayor’s Award for the Arts, recognizing their significant contributions to the community through art.
11/20/2020 3:25 PM
City Partners with BlueCross BlueShield and Jewel-Osco to Host Flu Vaccination Event on November 29
The City is partnering with BlueCross BlueShield and Jewel-Osco to fight the flu by hosting a flu vaccination event in the ETHS parking lot on Sunday, November 29.
11/20/2020 12:37 PM
City of Evanston Announces 2020 Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
The City of Evanston has announced changes in service delivery and facility hours in recognition of the 2020 Thanksgiving holiday.
11/19/2020 2:05 PM
State Implements Tier 3 COVID-19 Mitigations
Additional restrictions go into effect November 20.
11/18/2020 2:25 PM
Flattening the curve - again
Message from the mayor.
11/16/2020 5:22 PM
City Issues Stay-at-Home Advisory
Residents encouraged to stay home except for essential activities.
11/13/2020 3:24 PM
City Seeks Public Comment on Draft 2021 Action Plan and Citizen Participation Plan
The 30-day comment period for the City’s 2021 Action Plan and amended Citizen Participation Plan opens on Monday, Nov. 16 and closes Tuesday, Dec. 15.
11/12/2020 1:37 PM
City Implements Holiday Parking Changes
City enacts 15-minute free parking zones outside of designated businesses and extends maximum time limits for on-street and surface lot parking.
11/12/2020 12:00 PM
City of Evanston Offers Snow Shoveling Assistance Program
The City of Evanston is once again offering its Snow Shoveling Program this winter to connect older adult residents and persons with disabilities with volunteers who are offering snow shoveling services.
11/09/2020 11:07 AM
City Receives $3.5 Million STP Grant to Support Green Bay Road Improvement Project
The City of Evanston has received $3.5 million in grant funds from the North Shore Council of Mayors for the engineering and construction phases of the Green Bay Road Corridor Improvements project.
11/04/2020 3:27 PM
2021 Pet Registration Forms Due By December 31
The City of Evanston reminds dog and cat owners to submit their 2021 Pet Registrations by Thursday, December 31, 2020.
11/03/2020 2:09 PM
Central Street Bridge Replacement Project to Begin November 9
In coordination with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the City of Evanston is beginning the Central Street Bridge Replacement Project.
11/02/2020 12:01 PM
EPD Responds to October 31 Protest
City statement on the October 31 protest in downtown Evanston.
11/01/2020 1:43 PM
A New City Manager, A New Mayor
Message from Mayor Stephen H. Hagerty
10/28/2020 4:30 PM
2020 Cook County Board of Review Property Tax Appeals Accepted Through November 12
Evanston property owners concerned about their property taxes can submit an appeal to the Cook County Board of Review through November 12, 2020. This is the last opportunity for Evanston residents to appeal their assessments in 2020.
10/27/2020 11:45 AM
COVID-19 Resurgence Mitigations Implemented
Indoor dining services suspended; gatherings limited to 25 or fewer.
10/26/2020 4:14 PM