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Hello Neighbors,

This month, as we honor the important contributions of African Americans in our nation, we are fortunate to call many legendary African Americans our neighbors. Please take time this month to learn about our Black History here in Evanston, including a visit to the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave., to enjoy an exhibit by Shorefront Legacy Museum, located on the second floor. Specifically, our neighborhoods and our homes are overflowing with rich Black History reaching far beyond the 5th Ward. There are opportunities all month hosted by several organizations and institutions to learn more.  

Please join me for our next 5th Ward meeting this Thurs., Feb. 15, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave, in Room G300, located on the ground floor level. 

This month we will learn more about a proposed development at 2125 Ashland Ave. and I along with staff will give details on economic development in our ward. We will also learn from our Northwestern student-residents and student housing property owners as well as residents on how we can work together to reach our goals.

We continue to move forward with the expansion of Beck Park. Stay tuned for more details in the coming months. Please continue participating in public meetings and letting me know how I can better serve each of you.

We continue to grow, welcoming new families and new businesses and programs and there are many opportunities ahead.  

I hope to see you soon!
Alderman Robin Rue Simmons

5th Ward Meeting Agenda

 Thursday, February 15, 2018

Welcome
Alderman Rue Simmons

Police Report

Community Announcements 

Business Proposal: 2125 Ashland Ave. 

Family Focus Landmark Status Update
Dino Robinson, Shorefront Legacy Museum

Family Focus Update
Foster Community Our Place Committee

5th Ward Economic Development Update
Paul Zalmezak, Economic Development Manager

Next Meeting March 15, 2018:
Meeting room change: Parasol Room

Black Evanstonian History Makers Up Close Tonight

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Shorefront will host a special event, "Black Evanstonian History Makers Up Close," on Mon., Feb. 12, 7 p.m., on the 2nd floor of the Morton Civic Center. Don't miss it!

Gallery OTR Presents A Teacher & Student Collaboration

Gallery Over the Rainbow (OTR) presents a new exhibition at the Hill Arboretum Apartments, 2040 Brown Ave., called A Teacher and Student Collaboration. The exhibit is on display until the end of February.  OTR is an organization that works to find independent and affordable housing for people with physical disabilities. A portion of each piece of artwork sold is donated to OTR’s Resident Service Program to increase the quality of life and independence of their residents.

Save Your Seat for Le Tour de Noir February 24

Join the Black Business Consortium of Evanston/Northshore (BBCENS) for Le Tour de Noir on Sat., Feb. 24! From 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., enjoy a bus tour of Black-owned Evanston businesses located in all nine wards of the city, with opportunities to briefly visit selected locations. Then, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., stop by the Levy Center for a Business Expo and Market Place. The event will offer the opportunity to meet business owners and purchase their products and services. It will also feature entertainment by Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, food, and discussion by some of the participating business owners around the Expo theme of “Small Business, Big Impact 2.0!”  The cost is $20 for the Bus Tour and Expo & Market Place. Admission to the Expo only is $5, payable at the door.

Summer Youth Employment Program Job Fair March 3

Find your perfect summer job at Mayor Hagerty's Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP) Job Fair on Sat., March 3, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave. In order to be eligible to attend the job fair, you must be enrolled in school; be at least 14 years of age when the program begins on June 11, 2018; and live in ZIP codes 60201 or 60202. Those age 17 and 18 years are especially encouraged to attend, as many opportunities exist for both summer and year-round employment. Increase your chances of being hired and get an opportunity to jump the line at the job fair by attending a Pre-Fair Resume & Interview Skills Workshop. Workshops will be held at ETHS (East Cafeteria) Wed.,Feb. 14 , 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. or Sat., Feb. 24, from 9 a.m. to noon (South Cafeteria,Wildkit Academy). Register for a workshop at cityofevanston.org/workshop. To volunteer at the MSYEP job fair, visit Volunteer Evanston.

5th Ward Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of 1968 State Basketball Championship

On February 3, 2018, Evanston Township High School celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the 1968 State Basketball Championship. This celebration also honored the members all of the teams that also were top contenders in State Sectionals, Playoffs, etc. The players, family, classmates, and friends came from many parts of the country to participate in this event.

A two-day open house was held at the home of Derek & Sara Diggs in collaboration with Alderman Robin Rue Simmons and her mother Frieda Lynn Morris to honor this momentous event. There were a lot of laughs and rich stories swapped over discussions that made it seem that the entire City enjoyed that journey to the Championship. The players were young men, actually boys, who were just having a great time and by happenstance made history by winning an event that has yet to be repeated. 

General Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Training Classes

The City of Evanston has joined with the Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters Apprentice & Training Program to increase minority, female and veteran participation in the construction workforce.

From now through February 22, the Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters will be accepting applications for future General Construction Pre-Apprenticeship training classes.

Each candidate must present the following requirements at the Apprentice Program Office, 1256 Estes Ave., Elk Grove Village, IL, between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, no later than Thurs., Feb. 22, 2018:

• Letter of recommendation on a Local Union letterhead, signed by an officer;
  
• Proof of having attained the age of 17 (driver’s license or state I.D card required);
  
• Copy of high school diploma or, high school transcripts (must have official school seal–8 credits minimum), or copy of G.E.D. certificate;
  
• Copy of Social Security card or a receipt showing a duplicate card has been applied for;
  
• A $25 “non-refundable” application processing fee (money orders and cashiers check only) - no cash.

All five above-listed requirements must be submitted at the time of filing or the candidate will not be permitted to file an application. Further details will be mailed to each applicant regarding the required pre-test session and aptitude test dates.

Questions should be directed to Kina McAfee, assistant coordinator, Carpenter Training Center, at 847-640-7373 or kmcafee@chicap.org.

Employment Opportunities with the City of Evanston

Robin Rue Simmons   
Alderman, 5th Ward
847-521-6434
Rsimmons@cityofevanston.org
www.cityofevanston.org