News Posted in: Reminders

E.P.D. Clergy Team Hosts - Police Appreciation Day on May 10th

The entire community is invited by the Chaplain Team of the Evanston Police Department to a Ceremony of Service.

West Nile Virus Testing Begins Early this Year

A mild winter and warm spring has pushed up West Nile Virus surveillance. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)

Trash Talk: Bulk Trash Pick-up, Yard Waste & More

April brings with it spring cleaning and the beginning of the yard work season. The City of Evanston can help you

IEMA Launches Pet Preparedness Radio Spots

A new radio public awareness campaign set to hit the airwaves in Illinois will bring a humorous approach to the

Residents Can Now Receive Street Sweeping Notifications Via Text or E-mail

The City of Evanston announced today the launch of a new tool that will allow residents to sign-up for text

April Marks the Beginning of Street Sweeping & Yard Waste Season

Posted in Street Sweeping, Yard Waste

April 2nd marks the beginning of the City of Evanston’s street sweeping and yard waste collection programs. Residentsreceived in the

Parking Meter Increases Now in Effect, Meters Now Accept Dollar Coins

As part of the already enacted 2012 Fiscal Year budget, parking meters throughout Evanston saw a fee increase that went

Parking Meter & Sanitation Service Charge Increases Effective February 1, 2012

In order to balance the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, the Evanston City Council voted to reduce numerous expenses, reduced several

Voter Registration Deadline for Spring Elections Feb. 21

Posted in City Clerk, Cook County Clerk, League of Women Voters, voter registration

The last day to register to vote or change voter registration is February 21 in order to vote in the

Evanston's Edzo's Burger Shop to be Highlighted on WTTW's Program "Check, Please!"

Evanston's very own Edzo's Burger Shop will be highlighted this week on WTTW Ch. 11's program "Check, Please!" The all

Residents, Landlords & Businesses Need to Shovel their Sidewalks

Sidewalk Snow Removal The City of Evanston reminds residents, landlords and businesses of their responsibility to remove snow and ice

CEDA Neighbors at Work Moving Jan. 9

Posted in CEDA

Effective January 9, 2012, the Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Incorporated (CEDA - Neighbors at Work) will be

2012 Evanston Budget Fee Changes Effective Dates

In order to balance the Fiscal Year 2012 Budget, the Evanston City Council voted to reduce numerous expenses, reduced several

Rules for Fall Leaf & Yard Waste Collection

Fall is here and that brings with it leaves. The City of Evanston would like to remind residents of a

Construction on Dempster St CTA Purple Line Viaduct to Begin Oct 31

As part of the Evanston (CTA Purple Line) Viaduct Replacement Project, work will be begin on October 31 that will affect the

CTA Purple Line Retaining Wall Work Extended to Nov 11 - One Southbound Lane of Chicago Ave. to be Closed

In July 2011, the Chicago Transit Authority Board approved a $10.3 million contract to replace the Purple Line viaducts at

Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Week Begins Oct 23

October 23rd through October 29th is Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Week. The Evanston Health Department is encouraging the parents of

Evanston Campaign to Raise Awareness for Domestic Violence Month

Posted in health, police

The month of October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness month all over the United States. Events of remembrance and

2012 Vehicle Sticker Sales Begin Oct. 3

Vehicle stickers and residential parking permits for the 2012 year will go on sale starting Monday, October 3, 2011 and

Public Service Message on Theft from the Evanston Police Department

Posted in police, safety checks

The Evanston Police Department is asking residents to assist in reducing the opportunities for thefts and burglaries. Residents are

Fall Bulk Trash Pick-up Begins Sept. 16

The City of Evanston Streets and Sanitation Division offers the FREE removal of six cubic yards of bulk garbage twice

Summer Time Youth Safety & Curfew

The Evanston Police Department is committed to ensuring the safety of the community it serves. A large part of this

City Reminds Dog Owners to Keep Their Pets on a Leash & Clean up after Them

With the warmer weather now here, dog owners are more likely to take their pets out into the public. Residents

Pilot Program Kicks-off to Remind Bicyclists to Walk Their Bikes on Sidewalks in Business Districts

The City of Evanston has kicked-off a pilot program designed to increase public safety and reduce conflicts between pedestrians and bicyclists

Beach Token Preseason Sale Ends June 10

Posted in Beach Tokens

Evanston's lakefront and beaches are a popular attraction. Save money by buying your Beach Tokens  early. The 2011 preseason beach

Dogs Must Be On Leash in City of Evanston Parks

Posted in Park rules and regulations

Now that spring weather has improved, more residents are enjoying City of Evanston parks. Unfortunately, there has been an increase in

Youth Summer Lunch Program Begins June 13

Posted in Summer Lunch Program

Free cold lunches will be served to all children age 1-18 again this summer on a first-come, first-served basis. Lunches

Private Elm Tree Insurance Deadline is May 31

Posted in Dutch elm disease insurance

Private elm tree insurance is available to Evanston residents through the City of Evanston’s Park/Forestry Division. Completed applications and

2011 Water Main & CIP Street Resurfacing Project to Begin May 2

Over the next 12 weeks the City will be contracting water main replacement and roadway work on the four (4)

State Rep. Biss Sponsoring Food Drive

State Representative Daniel Biss is sponsoring a food drive from now until April 1, 2011. Please donate non-perishable items and

March 26 Community Rally Kicks off Evanston150

The Evanston150 Steering Committee will host a Community Rally on Saturday, March 26 from Noon to 2:00 p.m. at the

Spring/Summer 2011 "Highlights" Now Available

Posted in Highlights

The Spring/Summer 2011 edition of Highlights has now been delivered to Evanston households and is available online here>>> This edition

Council Says Farewell to Alderman Jean-Baptiste

The February 28, 2011 meeting of the Evanston City Council marked the end of an era when Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and fellow

Mayor's Task Force on Homelessness Begins Work

Posted in Mayor's Task Force on Homelessness

Recently Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl announced the formation of the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness to address an issue that

Firewood Still Available for Purchase

Posted in Firewood sale

It's not too late to replenish your supply of firewood. The City of Evanston’s annual firewood sale is ongoing. Although

e-News for Jan 15-31

Get the latest news and events from the City of Evanston for January 15 through January 31, 2011 here>>>

Special Event Permit Applications Due Feb. 1

Posted in Special Event permit application

Groups and organizations that wish to hold special events in the City of Evanston will need to submit a Special

Don't Know What to Do with Your Old Holiday Lights? Recycle Them at the Ecology Center or EPL

Posted in SWANCC; recycling

Evanston residents are encouraged to recycle their old holiday string lights and extension cords at the Evanston Ecology Center or at

Vehicle Stickers Must be Purchased & Displayed by Jan. 10

Posted in Vehicle Stickers

2011 Evanston Vehicle Stickers must be purchased & displayed by January 10, 2011. A penalty of 50% of the fee

Holiday Tree Pick-up Schedule

Posted in Holiday tree pick-up schedule

This coming holiday season, City of Evanston crews will pick up trees beginning Dec. 27, 2010, and continue for five

Extreme Cold Information

Posted in cold, Winter

The City of Evanston offers a variety of services to protect the public from extreme cold temperatures. Exposure to cold

Holiday Crime Prevention Tips

The 2010 holiday season is finally here, which presents some criminal challenges to our community. Most of you will be

Reminder of Winter Snow Parking Regulations

Posted in Snow

Evanston residents are reminded that snow parking regulations are in effect from December 1 to March 31, 2011. Homeowners and

New Pedestrian Law and Evanston Crosswalks Explained

Posted in Crosswalks

A change in state law regarding pedestrian crossings and the City of Evanston’s efforts to address pedestrian safety with crosswalk

Free Downtown Holiday Parking

The City of Evanston will be offering free holiday parking in the City’s three downtown self-park garages at Sherman Plaza, Maple

Help Evanston Families in Need

Posted in Holiday food and toy drive; donations

Donations to the annual holiday toy and food drive sponsored by Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and local community organizations will continue to

Winter 2010-2011 "Highlights Newsletter" is Now Available

Posted in Highlights

The Winter 2010-2011 edition of Highlights will reach Evanston mailboxes this week. Some highlights in this edition include: Snow Regulations,

City Addresses Some Rental Standards, Requirements and Recent Issues

Posted in Northwestern University, Property Standards, Zoning

The City of Evanston has experienced an increase in resident based complaints of too many people living in a single

Solid Waste Service Changes Begin

Posted in Solid Waste

Effective November 1, 2010, the City of Evanston has made changes to the service providers for solid waste services. The

Reminder: No Political Yard Signs on Public Property

The City of Evanston reminds residents, candidates, campaign staff and volunteers that City ordinance prohibits the placement of political yard

Reminder: Yard Waste Stickers Required for Pick-up of Bagged Leaves

  The City of Evanston reminds residents that City issued yard waste stickers are required on each unit of bagged

Firewood sale starts November 6

Posted in firewood sale

The City of Evanston’s annual firewood sale starts November 6, 2010 at 2310 Oakton St. (between the Recycling Center and

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Illinois

Posted in Health

 Our goal is to educate women about breast cancer and the importance of early detection through mammography. Breast cancer

311 logo contest runs through Oct. 22

Help us select the logo for the new 311 service - Vote online for your favorite logo that will be

City Offers Secure Bike Parking for Car Free Day & Every Day

The City of Evanston reminds residents that free, secure bike parking is available at the parking garage located at the

Reminder: Bulk Trash pick up days begin Sept 17

Full schedule available here.

9/11 Memorial Ceremony at Fireman's Park

The Evanston Fire and Police Departments  will hold a memorial ceremony to honor the brave men and women who lost their lives

Evanston Police Begin Crackdown- Steps up late-night impaired driving and safety belt enforcement

Posted in Police, Safety Checks

The Evanston Police Department today announced its late-night plans for Labor Day focusing on the most deadly time of day

Fall "Highlights" Now Available

Posted in Highlights

The Fall 2010 edition of "Highlights" will be delivered to residents in the next few days. You can check it

EPD's Citizen Police Academy Begins Sept. 2 - Register Now

Posted in Citizen Police Academy, Police

EPD's Citizen Police Academy The Evanston Police Department offers a free 12-week program to understand the work of our police

Library Board to Hold Funding Forums

The City of Evanston's Library Board will be holding two public Library Funding Forums. The forums will discuss the history of

"Walk Week" Marks Beginning of School Year

The City of Evanston’s Health Department is promoting Walk Week, a one week program during the first week of school

Back-to-school State Sales Tax Holiday Aug 6-15

Effective August 6, 2010, through August 15, 2010, a State Sales Tax Holiday will be implemented and certain items purchased during

CommUNITY Picnic Aug 22

What’s more fun than gathering with your friends, family and fellow Evanstonians to enjoy an afternoon in the park with

2010 Alley Paving Schedule Now Online

Posted in Alley Paving

http://www.cityofevanston.org/public-works/alley-paving/

West Nile Virus Update

The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District (NSMAD) reported a pool of mosquitoes from Evanston has tested positive for West Nile

Adult Mosquito Control Operations July 13

Posted in Health

The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District will be conducting targeted adult mosquito control operations in Evanston on Tuesday, July 13 between the hours

Tonight's Starlight Concert - South Boulevard at James Park

The next free Starlight Concert continues from 7:30-9 p.m. tonight in James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton).

Heat Emergency Lifted

Heat Emergency Lifted With the heat index cooling to 90F, the Heat Emergency has been lifted by Evonda Thomas, Director

Computer Recyling at Your Front Door

Posted in computers

You want to do the right thing by recycling your old computer and electronics? 

Babysitting for Fun and Profit Starts May 19

The City of Evanston is pleased to offer the NEW American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course at its Chandler-Newberger Center.