The City improved access to its Divvy bike share network with the installation of three additional docking stations. Evanston residents and visitors can now access Divvy bikes at 14 stations throughout the city. New station locations include:
Central Street at Lincolnwood Drive
Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, Ridge Avenue at Leonard Place
Levy Senior Center, Dodge Avenue at Mulford Street
Vacation Rental Registration
Do you or your neighbors operate a vacation rental? All units are required to be registered with the City to monitor public safety and minimize neighborhood disruptions. Beginning January 1, 2019, the vacation rental application fee will increase to $250 and annual licensing fee to $150.
Shop Evanston this Holiday Season!
Evanston residents and visitors are encouraged to kick off the holiday shopping season by supporting the city's small, local shops and business districts. Special holiday deals and events can be found at the link below. Evanston shopping areas include Downtown Evanston, Central Street, the Main-Dempster Mile, Noyes/Foster, West Village, Central Evanston, Southwest Evanston and Howard Street.
The Community Development Department's mission is to enhance the character and diversity of Evanston's residential neighborhoods and commercial districts while promoting a healthy environment to make Evanston the most livable city in America.