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Evanston, unlike other surrounding communities, requires that yard leaves be put into paper bags or the Blue bins. These other communities allow for the yard leaves to be left in the parking, or in the street, where they are picked up. Indeed, Evanston sweeps the streets, including leaves on a weekly basis. Why not include yard leaves? This would save a tremendous amount of time and effort, and would be appreciated by many, myself included.
Mr. Bobkiewicz,
First of all, let me thank you for bringing such progressive communication opportunities to the citizens and business owners in Evanston. It is a refreshing change.
I am writing with an idea that is both green and money saving. Today, we received a copy of the Arts & Recreation magazine in the mail. I would prefer to be able to access this in an online version and “opt out” of receiving via mail, saving printing cost, mailing expense and the environment all at the same time!
Please keep the fresh and creative ideas coming.
Mr. Bobkewicz:
May I say that I am extremely disappointed in the decision to trap and kill feral cats in Evanston. Research has shown that not only is this an ineffective method ( as there is a “vacuum effect” with new cats filling in the void where food supplies exist), but it is not a cost-effective solution, as it has been shown that it costs more to trap and kill than to neuter and return to caring individuals that will make sure new animals will likewise be spayed. With time, the number of these neurtered individuals gradually decrease, and this is the humane way to solve the concern for the town. Many big and small towns have faced the same issues and dealt with them in successfully humane manners that are win-win. Humane organizations such as Alley Cat Allies and others can provide assistance, education, and monitoring for these activities. Your approach to the cat population is neither reasonable, nor humane. Please be open to those who are willing to help the city of Evanston find a sustainable solution that would be acceptable to all.