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Greetings!

Dear Friends,

A very warm greeting to everyone in our 2nd ward community! Please join me for our next 2nd Ward meeting tomorrow, Thurs., April 12, 2018, 7 p.m., at the J.E.H. Education Center, 1500 McDaniel Ave. 

As always, my goal is to keep all neighbors in our ward informed about upcoming events and opportunities they can benefit from. If you have any questions, concerns or comments, please feel free to contact me directly at pbraithwaite@cityofevanston.org, or 847-801-9386.

I ask that you continue to please spread the word in the community about this newsletter. If you or someone you know would like to be added to this newsletter, please follow the link: cityofevanston.org/newsletter.

Sincerely,

Ald. Peter Braithwaite
“We Are One Community”

2nd Ward Meeting Agenda

Time and Date: Thursday, April 12 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Location: J.E.H. Education Center, 1500 McDaniel Ave.

Welcome 
Ald. Peter Braithwaite

Staff Reports

• Community Announcements
• Safety Report - Officer Reginald Napier

Community Discussion

• Street Light Master Plan and Survey - Lara Biggs

Open Forum     

Adjourn

Contact information:
Peter Braithwaite
Alderman, 2 Ward- “We Are One Community”
pbraithwaite@cityofevanston.org
C: 847-801-9386  F: 847-492-1892

To receive the 2nd Ward e-newsletter, go to:
www.cityofevanston.org/newsletter

Penny Park Tree Removal

Dear Penny Park neighbors and users, 

On March 27, the City's Forestry staff discovered that the two large Linden trees at the far southeast corner of Penny Park are in a serious state of decline. They found numerous dead limbs, severe die back in the tree's canopies, and signs of decay in the trunks of both trees. Unfortunately, these trees are too far gone and are now scheduled to be removed by Forestry staff as soon as the ground conditions permit their equipment to access the Park without damaging the grass. They hope to be able to access the Park within the next two weeks to complete this work.

2018 Food and Yard Waste Collections

Weekly yard waste collections for the 2018 season began on April 2. As part of an expanded composting program, food waste can now "ride along" with grass clippings and leaves in plastic yard waste carts.

2018 Season Beach Tokens Now Available

Evanston beach tokens are now available for purchase for the 2018 season. The City's five public swimming beaches open on Saturday, May 26. Beach tokens are available for purchase at the Parks, Recreation and Community Services office in the Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave., on weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., and at Evanston recreation community centers during their office hours. Most centers offer extended evening or weekend office hours; please call 311 for details. Evanston residents who meet the income requirement are eligible to participate in beach token fee assistance and the free beach token program. To learn more, please visit cityofevanston.org/recreationscholarship or call 847-448-8237.

Spring Bulk Trash Pick-ups Begin April 20

The City of Evanston's Public Works Agency offers residents the free removal of up to six cubic yards of bulk garbage twice per year. Spring 2018 bulk trash pick-ups will take place on Fridays, April 20 through May 11, and are scheduled according to residents' normal refuse pick-up day.

File Your Federal Taxes for Free Using IRS Free File

Taxpayers who earn less than $66,000 can file their federal taxes for free using the IRS Free File program. The deadline is Tues., April 17.

Evanston Made 2018

Evanston Made is a community arts initiative that facilitates engagement between the public and Evanston creatives. Events throughout June 2018, will display works by Evanston creatives at artist studios, galleries and businesses. Event dates: Evanston Made Group Show, Evanston Art Center, June 1-30. Opening Party, June 1, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Artist Studio Tour, June 2, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Evanston Made Pop Up Shop, Evanston Art Center, June 1-30 Evanston Made Kids!, Evanston Art Center, June 10, 11a.m. to 4 p.m. Evanston Made Kids Pop Up Shop, Evanston Art Center, June 10, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.