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Good evening,
Read below for a COVID-19 vaccine update, a reminder about Summer Camp registration day, initial public meetings to discuss a new skate park and dog park, and more!
As a reminder, you can find the latest Evanston-specific COVID-19 updates on the City's website.
 Click the image above to learn how City of Evanston Point of Dispensing (POD) events are coordinated.
COVID-19 Vaccination Update
To date, the City has administered or distributed nearly 16,000 total COVID-19 vaccine doses as part of Phase 1a and 1b. This includes 1st and 2nd doses administered at City vaccination events, as well as doses the City has distributed to local hospitals and healthcare partners.
New! View and explore the City’s interactive COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard for Evanston-specific data. The City is working with the IDPH to obtain more complete data and will update the dashboard as it becomes available.
Progress this week
This week, the majority of vaccine doses allocated to the City by the IDPH were 2nd doses for those who received their initial vaccination in February.
The City continues to prioritize the limited supply of 1st doses it receives for individuals 65 years and older, from oldest to youngest, as well as educators, daycare workers and support staff, and those living or working in congregate settings.
Below is a summary of vaccines distributed and administered this week:
- On Tuesday, 530 2nd doses were administered to individuals 78 years and older and Phase 1a healthcare workers.
- On Friday, the City will administer approximately 550 doses, including 2nd doses to individuals 75 years and older and Phase 1a healthcare workers, and 1st doses to individuals 70 years and older as well as educators, daycare workers and support staff.
The City continues to administer vaccines as quickly as they are supplied by the state, and has the capacity to increase distribution as more doses are manufactured and received.
Next week and beyond
The City anticipates that it will receive a gradually increasing number of 1st dose vaccinations from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) over the next three weeks.
Below is a summary of vaccines anticipated to be administered next week:
- 2nd dose vaccinations will be provided to staff and residents at two congregate living facilities.
- Additional vaccination events will be scheduled early next week as supplies are confirmed and received.
FAQ: Can I get my COVID-19 vaccination at the United Center?
Beginning today, all Illinois residents 65 years and older, including Evanston residents, can register for their first COVID-19 vaccination at the United Center, which will open as a federal vaccination site on March 9. On Sunday, March 7, at 4 p.m., registration will open for other Illinois residents eligible as part of Phase 1B+. Those who receive their 1st dose at the United Center will also need to receive their 2nd dose there. Learn more.
View the State’s Vaccination Location page to explore other trusted COVID-19 vaccine providers. You’re encouraged to receive the vaccine from any trusted provider, including the City, as soon as it is available to you.
Watch: Today’s ‘Coronavirus Q&A’ on Vaccinations
 Earlier today, Mayor Hagerty and staff from the City’s Health & Human Services Department hosted a “Coronavirus Q&A” to answer the latest questions and provide an update on vaccine distribution in Evanston. Watch the video.
Reminder: Complete the City’s Vaccination Contact Form
If you haven’t already, please complete Evanston’s Vaccination Contact Form (español) so that the City can contact you as soon as the vaccine is available to you. If you’re 65 years and older AND homebound due to a medical condition or are otherwise unable to attend a City vaccination event, please complete the In-Home COVID-19 Vaccination Contact Form.
COVID-19 Situation Update
Confirmed daily cases increase
 Evanston’s seven-day moving average of confirmed daily cases increased to 10.43 new cases per day, compared to 7.43 new cases on February 24. This increase was driven largely by lab reporting delays from backlogged cases, as well as new cases in congregate living settings. The City is working with these facilities to implement measures to prevent further spread.
As of March 3, the seven-day average of new cases per 100,000 residents increased in Evanston (142.91), Skokie (103.67), Chicago (75.61), and Cook County (81), and decreased in Illinois (96.10).
Eight COVID-19 cases were reported today in Evanston. The city has had 3,961 total confirmed cases to date, and 114 residents have died of illness or complications related to COVID-19.
Positivity rate increases
As demand for COVID-19 testing has decreased, the City’s seven-day moving average positivity rate increased to 3.32 percent compared to 2.43 percent one week ago. Local COVID-19 hospital admissions are stable.
As a reminder, you can access free testing daily at the State's COVID-19 community-based testing sites, including the nearest Harwood Heights and Arlington Heights locations. Testing is also available at some CVS, Walgreens and Physicians Immediate Care locations. Call your primary care provider for inquiries about testing.
Stay vigilant!
Practice the 3 Ws: Wear a mask, watch your social distance, and wash your hands.
 Mental Health Is Essential
It's important to know what you can do to take care of yourself during these difficult days. Try some of these activities to shake off the blues.
- Connect with friends and family
- Find a creative outlet
- Paint, sing, or dance
- Relax and take time for yourself
Finally, continue to be on the lookout for mental health resources, tips, self-care guides in upcoming newsletters, and check out our Mental Health Is Essential series in collaboration with the Evanston Public Library. English programming is every 2nd Tuesday of each month from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Spanish programming is on the 4th Thursday of every month from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
 Evanston 311 staff love to celebrate
Happy 10th birthday to Evanston 311!
Evanston 311 is celebrating 10 years of service this week! Launched on March 1, 2011 (3-1-11), Evanston 311 has handled more than 1.3 million calls, 294,000 service requests, 34,000 chats, and 8,700 text messages. (View our 311 infographic.)
Get in touch: In addition to dialing 3-1-1, you can contact 311 by:
 Summer Camp Registration Day is Saturday
It's almost that time of the year...no, we're not talking about spring...we're talking about summer! This Sat., March 6, is resident summer camp registration day, beginning online bright and early at 8 a.m.
Get ready to register: Our Summer Camp Guide (español) is now available online, so make sure you're prepared with summer camp codes and backup options. Check out the Top 10 Tips for registration day.
Summer jobs: Registration is open for the Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP) Job Fair. Watch this message from our Youth & Young Adult Division. Learn more.
 Mortgage Relief and Legal Aid Assistance
COVID-19 Mortgage Relief: If you're experiencing difficulty making on-time mortgage payments due to COVID-19, mortgage forbearance may be an option for you. For more information, view the Chicago Volunteer Legal Services and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau websites.
Free legal help for Cook County residents: Are you dealing with an eviction or unresolved debt issue? Behind on your mortgage or property tax payments? You are not in this alone. You may be eligible for free legal help. Residents of Cook County can call 855-956-5763 or apply online today.
More news and events
Provide your input on new park amenities
Join City staff for two initial virtual public discussions regarding the potential for new park amenities in Evanston.
Celebrate Women's History Month
Join the Evanston Women’s History Project and Piven Theater for a virtual screening of the film, Nevertheless, followed by a Q&A discussion on Sun., March 7, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Open Data Day, March 6
Open Data Day is an annual celebration of open data all over the world. Check out some of the City's open data resources: Open Data Portal, Police Dashboard, Vaccine Data, FOIA Information.
Producemobile at James Park, March 9
The next Producemobile will be held in the James Park Parking Lot on Tues., March 9, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Street cleaning begins March 15
2021 street cleaning operations will begin March 15, weather permitting. View the 2021 map and schedule and sign up for convenient email or text message notifications for your street cleaning zone.
Get Engaged
Community Calendar
Evanston Reparations Plan Featured by ABC News
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In case you missed it, this week, ABC's "Soul of a Nation" series featured 5th Ward Ald. Robin Rue Simmons and the City's groundbreaking reparations plan. Watch the story.
That’s it for today's e-news. Thank you for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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