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Official legislative actions of the Evanston City Council, including ordinances, resolutions, minutes, and all other public documents — searchable in one centralized location.

Records Now Available in Laserfiche: The City of Evanston is consolidating all public records into a single, centralized system. All resolutions, ordinances, actions, minutes, and public documents are now stored and searchable in Laserfiche — the City’s official records management system — including historical records dating back to 1860.

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City of Evanston Document Center

A centralized, searchable online database providing access to recent and historical City records dating back to 1860. Search or browse all public documents in one place.

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Record Types Available

Council Records Actions

Official actions taken by the City Council at each meeting.

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Council Records Agendas

City Council meeting agendas listing all items for consideration.

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Council Records City Council Rules

Authorized rules and bylaws governing Standing and Special Committees.

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Council Records Minutes

Official minutes of City Council meetings, including votes and public comment.

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Council Records Ordinances

Local laws enacted by the City Council, including zoning and City Code amendments.

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Council Records Packets

Historical meeting packets.  

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Council Records Resolutions

Formal expressions of City Council intent and official policy positions.

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Council Records Videos

Links and references to City Council meeting video recordings.

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BCC Records BCC Minutes

Minutes from all Boards, Commissions, and Committees meetings.

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Contracts Contracts

Executed contracts and agreements approved by the City Council.

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NOTE: All documents are in PDF format. A free PDF reader is available from Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Related Resources

Videos Video recordings of City Council, Board Commissions, and Committee Meetings 
City of Evanston Municode Library — Code of Ordinances The codified, continuously updated municipal code of the City of Evanston.
Boards, Commissions & Committees Information on all active BCCs, member rosters, and meeting portals.
Need help finding a record?
Contact the City Clerk’s Office at 847-448-4311 or email cityclerk@cityofevanston.org.
If you require a document in an alternative accessible format, please contact us, and we will assist you.