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Ald. Robin Rue Simmons Reappointed to National League of Cities Community and Economic Development Committee
The National League of Cities (NLC) has announced the reappointment of Evanston 5th Ward Alderman Robin Rue Simmons to its Community and Economic Development federal advocacy committee.
03/01/2019 8:50 AM
New Parking Rates In Effect
$5 free parking available with the Park Evanston app.
02/28/2019 2:19 PM
Ald. Fleming Reappointed to National League of Cities Council for Race, Equity and Leadership (REAL)
The National League of Cities (NLC) has announced the reappointment of 9th Ward Ald. Cicely Fleming to the Council for Race, Equity and Leadership (REAL).
02/26/2019 12:40 PM
2019 Street Cleaning Schedule
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02/20/2019 3:39 PM
City Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting
The City of Evanston’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for Fiscal Year 2017 has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).
02/12/2019 3:28 PM
Black History Month Featured Evanstonians
Each week in February, the City will highlight a Black Evanstonian who’s made an impact in the local community.
02/07/2019 9:03 AM
City Operations Update - January 30 and 31
Update on City operations and weather-related issues.
01/30/2019 8:59 AM
Good Neighbor Fund to Support Career Training
Mayor Hagerty allocates $225,000 to support career training and development.
01/16/2019 9:36 AM
City to Offer Expedited Building Plan Review Services
Beginning January 1, 2019, the City of Evanston’s Community Development Department will offer expedited services for those seeking an accelerated review of building plans and permits for construction projects.
12/27/2018 8:47 AM
Mayor’s 2018 Holiday Food, Book and Toy Drive
Annual event brightens the holiday season for nearly 400 families.
12/21/2018 9:51 AM
Celebrate Kwanzaa December 26
Enjoy music, spoken word, dancing and more.
12/19/2018 5:21 PM
City, NU Announce 2019 Good Neighbor Fund Allocation
This is NU's fourth annual $1 million contribution.
12/19/2018 10:00 AM
Evanston Targets 100 Percent Renewable Electricity
City Council adopts Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP).
12/11/2018 3:30 PM
Demitrous Cook Appointed Police Chief
Chief Cook's appointment is effective January 2.
12/11/2018 11:00 AM
Free Monthly STI Health Screenings Continue in 2019
The City of Evanston Health and Human Services Department is once again partnering with Howard Brown Health and the Evanston Public Library to provide free sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening in the Evanston community.
12/10/2018 11:12 AM
Lifeguard Service Awarded Prestigious Certification
Evanston is only certified agency on the Great Lakes
12/05/2018 1:00 PM
City Announces Winter Composting Options
Evanston’s Food and Yard Waste Collection Services end for the season on December 13. However, residents may sign up for a winter composting program.
11/19/2018 4:30 PM
City Offers Tips to Minimize Stormwater Pollutants
The Public Works Agency asks residents to minimize the discharge of pollutants from their private property that can be picked up by stormwater.
11/15/2018 1:46 PM
Sheridan Rd./Chicago Ave. Project Complete
Join Mayor Hagerty for a ribbon cutting ceremony November 20.
11/13/2018 3:47 PM
Evanston Adds Three New Divvy Stations
Access expanded to west and northwest Evanston.
11/08/2018 9:39 AM