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Read below for information about summer beach passes, activities for Earth Day, the Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market and more!
COVID-19 Update
Vaccinations
 The City partnered with Northwestern University to host community point of dispensing (POD) events at an NU facility, boosting the City’s capacity to administer vaccines as supplies increase.
Progress this week and a look ahead
The City continues to host multiple vaccination events each week to administer the doses it receives from the State. Registration for these events is being prioritized by age, from oldest to youngest.
- This week, the City began administering vaccinations to those over the age of 50.
- Next week, the City anticipates beginning vaccinations for those age 45 and older.
If appointment slots are still available after individuals in the targeted age groups have had a chance to register, the City will notify residents in the next age group.
Updated! Check out the new vaccination dashboard
The City has launched an updated vaccination data dashboard (mobile-friendly version to come). The dashboard includes all Evanston residents who’ve received COVID-19 vaccinations as reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). This includes those who’ve received the vaccine at City events and through other providers.
Reminder: Register for the vaccine through multiple providers
If you’re 16 or older, you’re now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. To ensure you’re vaccinated as soon as possible, the City recommends seeking out appointments through multiple trusted providers, including:
Need help getting a vaccination appointment?
If you need assistance or lack online access, call the toll-free, multilingual IDPH hotline at 833-621-1284 to book an appointment. Evanston residents may also call/text 847-448-4311 or email vaccine@cityofevanston.org for questions about vaccine registration in Evanston.
 Eli Coustan
Evanston Teen Helps Community Members Find Vaccines
13-year-old Evanston resident Eli Coustan isn’t yet eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, but that hasn’t stopped him from helping others get vaccinated. Read the Daily Northwestern’s article highlighting Eli and the website he created to make finding vaccine appointments easier.
Be alert for vaccine scams
The Illinois Attorney General’s Office reminds residents to be on alert for scams related to COVID-19 vaccine distribution. Trusted vaccine providers will never ask for your Social Security number, bank account number, or other financial information.
Situation Report
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Confirmed daily cases decrease
Evanston’s seven-day moving average of confirmed daily cases decreased to 9.71 new cases per day, compared to 12.71 new cases one week ago. Eleven cases were reported today in Evanston. The city has had 4,370 total confirmed cases to date, and 116 residents have died of illness or complications related to COVID-19.
As of April 14, the seven-day rate of new cases per 100,000 residents remains elevated in Evanston (102.08), Skokie (140.35), Chicago (187.6), and Illinois (185.27).
Positivity rate decreases
The City’s seven-day moving average positivity rate decreased to 0.98 percent compared to 1.19 percent one week ago. Local COVID-19 hospital admissions are steady.
 Purchase beach passes beginning April 26
Beach season is right around the corner! Evanston beach passes for the 2021 season will be available for purchase beginning Mon., April 26. Public swimming beaches are scheduled to open on Sat., May 29.
New mobile app: Smartphone users can purchase and redeem their season and daily beach passes via the Viply app. Beach passes will also be available for purchase at all Evanston community centers.
Fee assistance: Free beach passes will be available to qualified residents.
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Watch Mayor Hagerty's State of the City Address
Last Friday, the Evanston Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Mayor's State of the City Luncheon. Watch Mayor Hagerty's virtual State of the City Address.
Annual Report: Check out the City's 2020 Annual Report to see how the City responded to COVID-19 and many other challenges last year.
 Celebrate Earth Day with community events
Every April 22, the City of Evanston joins millions of people throughout the world to celebrate Earth Day! Get involved by joining a variety of community events, including beach clean-ups, neighborhood clean-ups, tree plantings and more.
 Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market returns
The Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market will kick off its 46th season on Sat., May 1 with over 60 vendors selling everything from fruit to flowers to baked goods! The Market will be open every Saturday, May 1 through November 6, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at University Place and Oak Avenue.
More news and events
Sign up for an informational ADU webinar
Did you know internal accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are now allowed in Evanston? A guidebook exploring the possibilities of developing an ADU on your property will launch later this month – stay tuned! Learn more by joining an informational ADU webinar on Tues., April 27 at 6:30 p.m.
Do you travel on Oakton Street? We want your feedback!
Provide your feedback on the Oakton Street Corridor Study by completing this online survey or by attending an open house on Thurs., April 22 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Robert Crown Community Center Gymnasium.
Get help paying your gas and electric bills
If your gas and electric bills are piling up, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) may be able to help. Join the Community and Economic Development Association for an Open House on Facebook on Wed., April 21 at 1 p.m. Learn how to apply for the program and more.
Submit a public comment on the 2020 Action Plan
The City is seeking public comment through Tues., May 14 on a Substantial Amendment to the 2020 Action Plan. Comments may be submitted via email to housing@cityofevanston.org, or at the virtual Housing & Community Development Act Committee meeting on Tues., April 20.
Yard waster stickers now available online
Weekly yard waste collections take place on your regular trash collection day. Yard waste stickers can now be purchased online.
Get Engaged
Community Calendar
 Renowned Evanston Chef Q Ibraheem put her culinary passion to work to help those struggling to put food on the table during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing more than 20,000 meals to Chicago-area families. That's why she's been recognized as a Red Cross 2021 Hero. Congrats, Chef Q!
That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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