City Council Goals & Initiatives: Quarterly Update

This page provides quarterly updates on the City Council's adopted goals and strategic initiatives. Each report summarizes progress, key milestones, and next steps as the Council works to advance priorities set on behalf of the community.

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July 31, 2026 Goals and Initiatives Quarterly Update

7.31.2026 Quarterly Update
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City Council Goals

Building a More Equitable, Sustainable & Resilient Evanston


Housing

Affordable Housing

Increase housing opportunities and preserve affordability.

150

New affordable units by 2029


🏠 50 Subsidized Units

🏘 Preserve Existing Housing

🛏 +30 Shelter Beds


Climate

Climate Action

Reduce emissions and build resilience.

100%

Renewable Electricity


🌱 100 Green Projects

⚡25% Electric Fleet

💡 LED Infrastructure


Economy

Economic Development

Support businesses and attract investment.


🏪 Pop-Up Leasing

🎭 Signature Events

📘 Business Start-Up Guide


Finance

Operational Excellence


📊 Balanced Budget

⚙ Better Technology

📞 Faster 311 Response

🏆 Gold → Platinum Certification


Safety

Public Health & Safety

10%

Crime Reduction Goal


👮 95% Staffing

🚒 ISO Class 1

❤️ CESSA Implementation


Infrastructure

Parks & Infrastructure


🚰 Lead Line Replacement

🚧 Sidewalk & Alley Improvements

🌳 Park Investments

🏛 New Public Safety Facilities