News Posted in: March 2011
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Street cleaning schedules are now available here. Residents are asked to abide by the street cleaning schedule found on existing street signs. The city has three street cleaning schedules: One-sided Street Sweeping Schedule (streets with one-sided parking only) where streets are swept on Mondays between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (see attached schedule and map); Bi-weekly Street Sweeping Schedule (primary/high volume streets) where streets are swept according to the four sweeping zones between 4 a.m. and 7 a.m. (see attached…
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Evanston Day in Springfield 2011 Over 75 Evanston residents and business leaders visited Springfield on Wednesday for the Second Annual Evanston Day in Springfield. The group was led by Mayor Tisdahl and included Aldermen Braithwaite, Burrus and Grover, board members and superintendents from Districts 65 and 202 as well as leaders from many of the city's non-profit organizations. In addition, NU President Morton Schapiro and Athletic Director Jim Phillips were also in Springfield with us meeting with key leaders. Full…
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This week's Evanston RoundTable has an amusing story about the City's plans to require stickers to shovel snow like the stickers required for leaf bags. The story is dated April 1. April Fool's Day. The article is a joke.... The City of Evanston has no plans to change its snow removal operations, although we did think about forwarding all 311 calls on April 1 to the offices of the Evanston RoundTable.…
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Tuesday, March 29, 2011
On April 9th, 2011 a Community Peace Rally will be held to create awareness around the issue of violence in the Evanston community. The event begins with a community-wide gathering in Twiggs Park (Dodge Ave and Simpson Street) at 12pm noon. At 12:30pm, Evanston residents will march from Twiggs Park to Evanston Township High School. The line-up at the ETHS Upstairs Theatre begins at 1pm and will include special guests Rashard Mendenhall of the Pittsburgh Steelers and his brother, Walter…
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Join Alderman Mark Tendam (6th Ward), Alderman Jane Grover (7th Ward) and the Central Street Neighbors Association for a discussion of development on Central Street, including our Central Street Plan, streetscaping, and the empty lot at 1700 Central Street, where the movie theater once resided. Come on Thursday, March 31 from 7 to 9 pm to the Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Boulevard. Doors open at 6:30 pm. …
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People, Planet and Harmony: a Juried Environmental Themed Photo Contest Evanston based Citizens’ Greener Evanston (CGE), in partnership with the City of Evanston and ISEN (Initiative for Sustainability and Energy at Northwestern), is pleased to announce that it is sponsoring a juried environmental themed photography contest: People, Planet and Harmony. Photo submissions should illustrate the interaction between humans and nature, both in a positive and negative light, and can be taken both in Evanston and around the world. The winning…
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Sunday, March 27, 2011
Posted in Budget
Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl is joining Mayors throughout Illinois expressing grave concern about drastic service reductions or significant property tax increases that would result from recently proposed cuts to local government revenues disbursed by the state. The proposed cuts being discussed would mean a reduction of State revenue to Evanston of over $2 million annually. Last week Mayor Tisdahl attended a joint meeting of the Northwest Municipal Conference (NWMC) Executive Board and Legislative Committee (which she serves as a member of…
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Friday, March 25, 2011
The City of Evanston will be co-sponsoring the Evanston Distracted Driving Summit on Wednesday, April 13 from 2;30 to 5:30 p.m. at Evanston Township High School. This event is free and open to the public. Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White will be a speaker at this summit that will highlight in-depth discussion and expert-led direction about distracted driving; driving simulators; how to minimize risk, distraction, and liability; why phones and driving don’t mix; and tips on how to PUT…
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This Saturday, March 26 at 3 p.m., members of the neighborhood adjacent to Fireman’s Park will present a framed photo taken of all the neighborhood children enjoying the newly renovated park that was coordinated through efforts of off duty firefighter’s and members of Local 742. Members of the Swanson Family will present this framed photo at an informal ceremony Saturday at 3 p.m. at Fire Station #1 located at 1332 Emerson St.…
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Tuesday, March 22, 2011
The Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center is a designated Early Voting site, located at 2100 Ridge Ave., Evanston. Hours are Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Early Voting for the April 5, 2011 elections is open and runs through March 31, 2011. State law requires early voters to display valid identification to an election official before receiving a ballot to vote early. Remember to bring a government-issued photo ID such as a passport, driver’s license, or military ID.…
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Monday, March 21, 2011
Spring 2011: Burnham Place to Clark Street The City of Evanston/Illinois Department of Transportation will be contracting roadway improvements on Sheridan Road from Burnham Place to Emerson Street. This project will be completed in seven stages which will include installation of new storm sewer and drainage structures, reconstruction of portions of Sheridan Road, removal and replacement of curb and gutter, patching, replacement of asphalt surface from curb to curb along with selected sidewalk replacement and driveway aprons, traffic signal improvements,…
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The April 5, 2011 Election is around the corner and the Cook County Clerk’s office needs more people to work in Evanston precincts on Election Day. “This is an opportunity to serve your community, help democracy work and earn a bit of money,” Clerk David Orr said. About 2,100 candidates are on the ballot countywide for local offices including mayors, school board members and park district commissioners. Every election, more than 10,000 election judges make sure polling place operations in…
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Sunday, March 20, 2011
The City of Evanston invites Evanston businesses to attend a seminar on how to do business with the city on Thursday, April 28, 2011 from 6-9 p.m. at the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave. The seminar will provide: An overview of the bidding and small purchasing requirements of the City for all perspective Minority, Women and Evanston Business Enterprises (MWEBE’s); More tailored break-out sessions on the competitive bid process ($20K+), potential projects, etc. and the small…
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Thursday, March 17, 2011
State Representative Daniel Biss is sponsoring a food drive from now until April 1, 2011. Please donate non-perishable items and help those in need. Items can be dropped off at the Representative's District Office located at 3706 Dempster St. in Skokie. For further information, call 847/568-1250. FACT: A new study shows that nearly 678,000 Cook County residents visited food banks, soup kitchens and shelters in 2009. That's up 36% from the 499,600 residents who relied on emergency food assistance in…
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Looking for interns? Matching highly-skilled students with engagement opportunities! Through Northwestern University's Chicago Field Studies Academic Internship Program, undergraduate students (juniors and seniors, several of which study environmental science, integrated science or the hard sciences) are required to intern 24 to 36 hours a week, four days a week in a field or industry of their choice. If you have the need for an intern, please send a brief internship description to the contact information below that describes your organization,…
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Tuesday, March 15, 2011
The Evanston150 Steering Committee will host a Community Rally on Saturday, March 26 from Noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Levy Senior Center, at 300 Dodge Ave. The Community Rally will feature food, drink, entertainment, and an introduction to this exciting project. There will be performance groups that include cast members from Brillianteen's The Wiz, The Evanston North Shore Community Choir, an Evanston Township High School Jazz Combo and Tierra y Luz De Mexico Dancers. The Community Rally is being hosted…
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Monday, March 14, 2011
The City of Evanston’s Housing & Community Development Act Committee is seeking public input from the Evanston community regarding the redevelopment and potential uses of the city-owned site at 1817 Church St. The committee is sharing with the community historical documents to provide background, as well as information on the current condition of the site. Supporting documents: 1993 RFP; 2010 RFP; and 2011 Building Condition Information Any public comments regarding the site will be heard at the April 26, 2011…
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Friday, March 11, 2011
Kick Butts Day is March 23, 2011 About the Evanston Kick Butts Day Campaign The City of Evanston has partnered with the 2011 Kick Butts Day campaign, Evanston based Peer Services Inc., Evanston Township High School and Northwestern University to promote Kick Butts Day - a national day of activism that empowers youth to speak up and take action against tobacco use. Activities During the week of Kick Butts Day (March 23rd), pledge boards will be placed throughout the community; at…
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Thursday, March 10, 2011
Fire Captain Geoff Block will be promoted to become a new Division Chief of Evanston's Fire and Life-Safety Services effective March 14, 2011. Evanston Fire Chief Greg Klaiber said in announcing the promotion that Block’s dedication and commitment to the city and the department throughout his 24 year career "will bring needed experience and complete Klaiber’s command staff structure." Block fills the vacancy left when Division Chief Gannon retired after 29 years of service in October. Block’s duties will include…
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Currently the Evanston Art Center in conjunctions with the City of Evanston's Gallery 4502 is looking for submissions of abstract and non-objective artworks for the exhibition “Driven to Abstraction: cubes, drips & fields of color,” on view from May 13 through August 19, 2011 at Gallery 4502 located in the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center. Artists 16 years and older who live or work in Evanston are eligible to enter. All mediums will be considered. 2-D pieces must be framed…
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City water customers will be receiving their water bills, for water usage during January and February, within the next few days. These bills will reflect water and sewer rate increases which were approved by the City Council on October 11, 2010 and a prorated charge for those customers if their previous meter read date was December 31, 2010. The new rate increase went into effect January 1, 2011 and includes a ten percent rate increase for water and a new…
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Posted in private elm tree insurance dutch disease
Private elm tree insurance is again being offered to Evanston residents through the City of Evanston’s Park/Forestry Division. While the City maintains elm trees on public property, homeowners are responsible for removing diseased elms from their private property. Costs for removing diseased trees can range from $1,000 for a medium-sized tree to more than $4,000 for a very large tree. The Private Elm Tree Insurance Program covers the cost of removing trees lost to Dutch Elm disease. If an insured…
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This year’s program will kick-off at the Evanston Township High School Auditorium, 1600 Dodge Avenue (Enter from parking lot on Dodge Avenue) from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 19. Visit www.cityofevanston.org/wow to learn more. Walk-ins are welcome at the kick-off. Women Out Walking (WOW) is a 12 week walking program designed to encourage women in Evanston to lead healthier lifestyles and become more physically active. Using walking as the foundation, individuals and teams of women are asked to…
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Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Peter Braithwaite was sworn in as the new Second Ward Alderman at the March 14th meeting of the Evanston City Council. His appointment fills the vacancy created by the appointment of Lionel Jean-Baptiste to the 9th Sub-circuit Court of Cook County. “Peter will be a caring, responsive and idealistic alderman; I am delighted and honored to appoint him to be the Second Ward Alderman,” said Mayor Tisdahl. Alderman Braithwaite…
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The City of Evanston was notified today that it has been awarded a Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) technical assistance grant through the agency's new initiative sponsored by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as part of the federal interagency Partnership for Sustainable Communities. CMAP is the official regional planning organization for the northeastern Illinois counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will. CMAP will begin working with 64 local governments, nonprofits, and intergovernmental…
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Posted in Highlights
The Spring/Summer 2011 edition of Highlights has now been delivered to Evanston households and is available online here>>> This edition includes: WOW! Women Out Walking Kicks The 2011 Talking Pictures Festival off March 19th at ETHS - Women Out Walking (WOW) is a 12-week walking and health education campaign to promote health, wellness, community and physical activity for the women of Evanston. WOW is open to women of all ages and fitness levels. Use Local Resources to Kick Your Plastic…
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Monday, March 7, 2011
The City of Evanston will start distribution of new 95 gallon garbage carts to replace those single city issued containers which are in disrepair starting March 7, 2011. Distribution will follow the garbage collection area map which breaks the City into four separate areas. Initial cart distribution will begin in those areas of the City whose normal garbage collection day is on Wednesday with replacements scheduled to take place during the month of March. From that area, distribution will proceed as follows:…
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Posted in CUB Energy Saver
The Citizens Utility Board has partnered with Evanston’s Big Seven employers to be part of CUB Energy Saver’s “Big 7 Savers Challenge," a program that challenges ComEd customers across the state to join teams to recruit the most members or save the most energy. Members of the two winning teams (the team with the most members registered and the team with the most combined energy savings) will be entered into a drawing to win one year of free electricity. CubEnergySaver.com is the…
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Friday, March 4, 2011
County Assessor Joseph Berrios recently announced today that he has extended the deadline for the Senior Citizen Exemption until March 22nd so that all eligible seniors may take advantage of this important money saving exemption. "We mailed applications to nearly 300,000 taxpayers who received the Senior Exemption last year but still have not heard back from many of the eligible seniors," Berrios explained. "I am concerned that many people still may not be aware that a new law requires them to…
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Posted in Camps
Be sure to reserve a spot in your child’s favorite spring break camp! Registration is available for a wide variety of camps, including camps focusing on field trips, tennis, ecology, arts, chess, basketball and volleyball. Spring Pee Wee Sports Camp Give your wee one an opportunity for spring break camp, too! This 5-day camp gives children ages 4-5 an opportunity to participate in various sports — similar to the popular summer Pee Wee Sports Camp. We will even go on…
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Evanston Fire and Life Safety Services has released its annual report at the February 28th meeting of the Evanston City Council. Highlights for the department include the donation of a $550,000 fire engine by Northwestern University, paramedic advanced training in pediatric care and the award of a $600,000 FEMA Grant for the purchase of a new aerial ladder truck. Also for the first time in 2010, the Department partnered with Evanston’s North Shore University Hospital and participated in paramedic training at…
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Thursday, March 3, 2011
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the DEET Education Program has announced their “Fight the Bite” Poster Contest http://www.fightthebitecontest.org. The contest is for 5th and 6th grade students across the country to submit a poster displaying ways people can protect against tick and mosquito bites and the diseases transmitted through the bites. Each grade will have a national grand prize winner who will receive a wall plaque and a check for $1,000. State winners will receive a $50…
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While other communities throughout the nation may have seen a rise in crime between 2009 and 2010, the City of Evanston has achieved another consecutive year signifying a decline in major part-one crimes*. The Evanston Police Department remains committed and resolute in conducting in-depth investigations, and deceasing the frequency of homicides, which rose from one in 2009 to six in 2010. Illustrating significant declines were part-one crimes consisting of; robbery, which was down a 17.%; aggravated battery & assault, down…
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Wednesday, March 2, 2011
The City of Evanston's Fire and Life Safety Services has begun a recruitment campaign this week following the City Council's approval of two preference points being awarded to applicants who reside here in Evanston. "Evanston Fire & Life Safety Services is seeking motivated and progressive thinking individuals who will be committed to excellence and professionalism," explained Chief Greg Klaiber. "We have a family that is comprised of 107 men and women, which are the cornerstone of the department’s mission." As…
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The City of Evanston has contracted with Victoria Granacki and Lara Ramsey of Granacki Historic Consultants to conduct an architectural survey. The purpose of the survey is to assess approximately 323 structures included within the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District, prepare an inventory of their architectural features and current condition, and denote any changes to the structures over time. The survey begins this week and the information will be provided to the City in the form of a computerized database as well…
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Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Posted in Youth employment program
The City of Evanston’s Youth Employment Program (YEP) has made significant changes to the process leading up to the Summer Job Fair, which will be held on April 9, 2011 at the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave., Evanston. This program is geared to Evanston youth age 14-18 and was formerly known as the Summer Youth Employment Program. In previous years, over 500 youth would attend a single day-long event. Youth waited in line for several hours, then…
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The Evanston Police Department Never Solicits Publicly for Funds or Donations. On occasion the Evanston Police Department receives inquires from citizens who have been contacted by a fundraiser, who claims to be raising funds on behalf of the Evanston Police Department. They speak in veiled generalities, using emotional ploys insinuating the money goes to purchase bulletproof vests or goes to support the survivors of fallen officers. While these causes are very worthwhile when they are legitimate, and some fund raising…
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