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Read below for information about the new Evanston City Council, the next skate park public meeting, a big discount on broadband Internet, and the latest on COVID-19 vaccinations.
 81st Evanston City Council Sworn In
On Monday evening, the 81st Evanston City Council was sworn in at its inaugural meeting. Congratulations and welcome to:
- Daniel Biss, Mayor
- Clare Kelly, 1st Ward
- Peter Braithwaite, 2nd Ward
- Melissa A. Wynne, 3rd Ward
- Jonathan Nieuwsma, 4th Ward
- Bobby Burns, 5th Ward
- Thomas M. Suffredin, 6th Ward
- Eleanor Revelle, 7th Ward
- Devon Reid, 8th Ward
- Cicely L. Fleming, 9th Ward
- Stephanie Mendoza, City Clerk
View the City of Evanston ward map.
 Next Skate Park Public Meeting, May 25
Join the conversation regarding a new Evanston skate park at a virtual meeting on Tues., May 25, at 5:30 p.m. City staff will review public survey results, share short-term and long-term plans, and gather further public input and ideas.
 Get a discount on home Internet service
Qualifying households can get up to a $50 monthly discount on broadband Internet service as part of the FCC's Emergency Broadband Benefit Program!
Do you qualify? Households with income at or below 135 percent of federal poverty guidelines are eligible. You may also be eligible if you or a member of your household receives SNAP, Medicaid or other benefits. Learn more.
 Help shape Evanston's recovery
Help rebuild an Evanston that's more vibrant, healthy, sustainable, resilient, equitable, and inclusive! Review and provide your input on the City's Draft Post COVID-19 Action Plan.
COVID-19 Update
 Earlier today, the City hosted a 2nd dose vaccination clinic at St. Nicholas Church in partnership with NorthShore University HealthSystem. The City continues to work with local public health partners, non-profits, and faith-based organizations to make vaccines accessible to all community members.
Vaccinations
View the City’s updated data dashboard (view on mobile) for the latest Evanston-specific vaccination data from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
Keep up the good work: As of May 10, 80.5 percent of Evanston residents 16 and older have received at least one vaccine dose, and 61.6 percent are fully vaccinated, outpacing county, state and federal vaccination rates.
Youth 12 years and older now eligible for the Pfizer vaccine
This week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approved the Pfizer vaccine as safe and effective for youth ages 12 to 15 years old. Vaccinations are available through a variety of providers, including:
City of Evanston - The City will host a COVID-19 vaccination event to provide the Pfizer vaccine to individuals 12 years or older who live or work in Evanston on Fri., May 21, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Blomquist Recreation Center, 617 Foster St. A registration link for this event will be available on the City’s COVID-19 Vaccination page beginning Fri., May 14 at noon.
Evanston Township High School is also tentatively planning a vaccination event for youth 12 years and older on Sat., May 22; stay tuned for details.
Cook County - Walk-in vaccinations and appointments are now available for individuals 12 years and older at Cook County Mass Vaccination sites, including the nearest location in Des Plaines.
Other trusted providers - The State of Illinois provides a list of vaccination locations offering both scheduled and walk-in vaccinations.
As a reminder, if you haven’t already, please complete the City’s COVID-19 Vaccination Contact Form (español) for every member of your household, no matter their age.
Need assistance scheduling an 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.
Why get vaccinated?
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Community members vaccinated at the City’s recent clinic at Second Baptist Church share why they decided to get their shot. Watch the video.
Cases and Positivity Rate
Confirmed daily cases decrease
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Evanston’s seven-day moving average of daily cases decreased to 4.43 new cases per day, compared to 8.14 new cases one week ago. Two cases were reported today in Evanston. The city has had 4,596 total confirmed cases to date, and 117 residents have died of illness or complications related to COVID-19.
As of May 12, the seven-day rate of new cases per 100,000 residents decreased in Evanston (55.8), Skokie (86.12), Chicago (105.35) and Illinois (103.53).
Positivity rate decreases
The City’s seven-day moving average positivity rate decreased to 0.55 percent compared to 0.77 percent one week ago. Local COVID-19 hospital admissions decreased.
Safe Reopening
Illinois to Enter Restore Illinois “Bridge to Phase 5” on Friday
Illinois will enter the “Bridge to Phase 5” on Fri., May 14, further increasing capacity limits for dining, offices, events, conferences and gatherings as the state moves towards a safe recovery. Barring any significant reversals in key COVID-19 statewide indicators, Illinois could enter Phase 5 as soon as Fri., June 11.
More news and events
Emergency Food Pantry, May 19
The City's next Emergency Food Pantry will take place on Wed., May 19, 10 a.m. to noon, at James Park. Register by May 17.
Rent assistance available!
If you're having trouble making rent payments due to a COVID-19 loss of income or hardship, multiple rent assistance programs are available for eligible Evanston residents.
Please contact the Entry Point Call Center at 877-426-6515 to get contacted about eligibility and get matched to the right rent assistance program for your situation.
Help wanted! Check out the North Shore Job Board
Looking for a hospitality job on the North Shore or have an opportunity you'd like to share? Check out Chicago's North Shore Convention & Visitors Bureau's new North Shore Job Board.
Contribute to Evanston Public Library's new literary magazine
The Evanston Public Library has launched a new literary magazine, 10th Ward Lit, and is seeking submissions for its very first issue. Learn more!
Stay Engaged
Community Calendar
 May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! This week, we're featuring Melissa Molitor, an Evanston artist, educator and art therapist who's been one of the driving forces behind this year’s Asian, South Asian, Pacific Islander Heritage Arts Festival taking place on May 22.
That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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