Evanston Celebrates National Drinking Water Week

The City of Evanston is hosting a 3rd grade art contest in celebration of National Drinking Water Week (NDWW), which is May 7-13, 2017. The purpose of NDWW is to celebrate water as our most precious natural resource. This year's theme is "Your Water – to know it is to love it."

02/09/2017

Delores A. Holmes Recording Studio Now Open

The Delores A. Holmes Recording Studio at the Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center is now open to the public.

02/07/2017

Northwestern University Commits $1 Million to Reimagined Robert Crown Center

Northwestern University has announced a $1 million commitment to the campaign to build a new Robert Crown Community Center, Turf Park and Library. Northwestern will make its investment in the form of a programmatic partnership agreement, rather than a charitable gift, and will distribute the committed funds in three payments over three years. In exchange for this support package, the university will receive a slate of facility usage time slots and activities. See Northwestern's news release for more information

02/03/2017 3:12 PM

Nominate an Older Adult in Evanston for the 2017 Aging Well Award

Evanston community members and organizations are encouraged to nominate an older adult in Evanston who has made an impact in the local community through his or her interest in aging for the 2017 Aging Well Award. Nominations must be submitted by Wednesday, March 1. The nomination form can be completed online at cityofevanston.org/agingwellconference. Printed nomination forms are also available at the Morton Civic Center, Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department, Room 1100, 2100 Ridge Ave., and at the Levy

02/02/2017 9:11 AM

Evanston HHS Department Renews State Certification

Evanston Health Priorities Determined for 2016-2021 The City of Evanston's Health and Human Services Department has renewed its certification as a recognized local municipal health department with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). As part of the certification process, the Health and Human Services Department, in partnership with the Evanston Health Advisory Council, underwent a strategic planning process over the last 18 months to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the public health system in Evanston. The Evanston

01/27/2017 11:41 AM

Mayor Tisdahl's Statement on President's Executive Order on Sanctuary Cities

Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl issued the following statement today in reaction to the President's Executive Order on Sanctuary Cities: 'I am troubled by the Executive Order issued by the President today regarding Sanctuary Cities.' I support the rights of all our residents, including immigrants, to live their lives in our community safely and without fear.' The City of Evanston stands behind its self-designation of a 'Welcoming City' and will continue to work to welcome all people to our community.'

01/25/2017 4:53 PM

Evanston Police Department Announces Open House January 30

The Evanston Police Department will hold an Open House on Monday, January 30, 2017 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Levy Senior Center, Linden Room, located at 300 Dodge Ave. in Evanston.' After opening remarks from Chief of Police Richard Eddington, attendees will have an opportunity to have a meet and greet with members from the various units from the department, including Patrol, Investigations, Traffic, Problem Solving Team, Neighborhood Enforcement Team, Victim Services, and Office of Professional

01/23/2017 4:11 PM

Water Supply Agreement with Morton Grove, Niles on January 23 City Council Agenda

The Evanston City Council will be presented with an ordinance authorizing the City to execute a 40-year Water Supply Agreement with the villages of Morton Grove and Niles at the Monday, January 23 Evanston City Council meeting. The agreement is estimated to generate more than $750,000 per year in additional revenue for the City of Evanston, in addition to revenues the City will receive for water production costs and maintenance. The agreement includes two additional 10-year extension provisions at

01/20/2017 4:00 PM

From the Mayor: Evanston Electoral Board Decisions

01/17/2017 5:01 PM

Federal Court Determines Evanston Claims in James Park Case Must Go Forward

The City of Evanston's Law Department today released the following statement regarding the City's federal environmental lawsuit against Nicor and ComEd: "Today, the federal court determined that the City of Evanston's claims against Nicor and ComEd must go forward in the federal environmental lawsuit. Nicor and ComEd spent tremendous energy and money to defeat the City's Amended Complaint. They failed. Nicor and ComEd must now answer the City's Complaint. The court indicated that five causes of action against the

01/17/2017 2:57 PM

Senior Citizen Property Tax Reduction Application Deadline Extended to March 1

Evanston residents age 65 years or older should have recently received 2016 Senior and Senior Freeze Property Tax Exemption renewal applications in the mail, and must file them by Wednesday, February 8, 2017. Illinois law requires seniors to reapply annually. Local seniors are encouraged to call Evanston's Property Tax Assessment Review office at 847-448-8168 for help completing the forms. The recently mailed senior applications are for 2016 property taxes, which are paid in calendar year 2017. The savings from

01/17/2017 9:42 AM

Evanston Fire Explorers Open House Set for January 24

The Evanston Fire Department is hosting an open house for its Fire Explorer Program. This coed program was launched in 2012 and is designed for students ages 14 to 20 years old. Participants get the opportunity to work with and learn from professionals of the Evanston Fire Department. The program covers information about emergency call protocols, firefighting policies and procedures, while giving participants hands-on experiences with real life fire and emergency medical equipment. There are team-building exercises, ride-alongs and

01/13/2017 3:15 PM

City of Evanston Launches Improved Summer Camp Registration Process

Summer Camp Registration Day Set for Saturday, February 4, 2017 Individuals registering their children for City of Evanston summer camps will no longer have to wait for lottery results to find out if their child is successfully enrolled thanks to a new, simplified camp registration process. On Saturday, February 4, summer camp registration will be open from 8 a.m. to noon for Evanston residents (zip codes 60201 and 60202 only). Registrations will be on a first-come, first-served basis. There

01/12/2017 10:50 AM

Penny Park Renovation Project Update

Completion of the City of Evanston's Penny Park Renovation Project is now anticipated in spring 2017. Penny Park is located at Lake Street and Ashland Avenue. Project construction has been delayed as a result of unforeseen and unsuitable subsoil conditions found below the playground. Although construction work continues at this time, progress during the winter is expected to be slow. The estimated project completion date is April 30, 2017. For safety reasons, the playground will remain closed until the

01/11/2017 3:13 PM

See the Cubs World Series Trophy at the Morton Civic Center January 22

The Chicago Cubs Trophy Tour, presented by State Farm, is coming to Evanston! Cubs fans are invited to see and take photos with the 2016 World Series Trophy at the Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave., on Sunday, January 22, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Doors will open at 10 a.m. Attendees should enter the building at the south ground floor entrance, located on the west side of the building. Parking will be available in the lot just

01/09/2017 11:18 AM

City Begins Water Treatment Plant Reliability Improvement Project

The City of Evanston is beginning a project to improve the reliability of the Water Treatment Plant. The project will improve the City's water supply processes by adding needed redundancy and replacing or rehabilitating components that are near the end of their useful life. Critical components of the plant being improved include the shore wells, chemical feed system, large diameter valves, conveyance ducts, site piping, electrical systems and instrumentation. Improving the reliability of the plant provides a more dependable

01/05/2017 8:45 AM

Deputy Chief Brian Scott Appointed Evanston Fire Chief

The City of Evanston today announced the appointment of Brian Scott as Evanston fire chief effective Monday, January 9, 2017. City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz appointed Scott following a national search that began following the retirement of Chief Greg Klaiber in September. 'Brian Scott competed against a national pool of candidates for the position of Fire Chief. He proved that with his long experience as a fire professional as well as his keen understanding of the Evanston Fire Department that'

12/21/2016

2016 Holiday Food & Toy Drive Assists 409 Evanston Families

The City of Evanston's eighth annual Holiday Food & Toy Drive, sponsored by Mayor Tisdahl and local community organizations, provided customized food and gift baskets to 409 Evanston families in need thanks to generous donations from community members. The event took place on Friday, December 16 at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center. The City thanks all those who contributed food, gifts and financial donations, as well as the many volunteers who gave their time. For more information, please call/text 847-448-4311.

12/21/2016

Deputy Chief Brian Scott Appointed Evanston Fire Chief

The City of Evanston today announced the appointment of Brian Scott as Evanston fire chief effective Monday, January 9, 2017. City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz appointed Scott following a national search that began following the retirement of Chief Greg Klaiber in September. 'Brian Scott competed against a national pool of candidates for the position of Fire Chief. He proved that with his long experience as a fire professional as well as his keen understanding of the Evanston Fire Department that'

12/21/2016

2016 Holiday Food & Toy Drive Assists 409 Evanston Families

The City of Evanston's eighth annual Holiday Food & Toy Drive, sponsored by Mayor Tisdahl and local community organizations, provided customized food and gift baskets to 409 Evanston families in need thanks to generous donations from community members. The event took place on Friday, December 16 at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center. The City thanks all those who contributed food, gifts and financial donations, as well as the many volunteers who gave their time. For more information, please call/text 847-448-4311.

12/21/2016