e-News: Labor Day Schedule, Fall Programming, PB Voting, and more!

City of Evanston, Illinois sent this bulletin at 08/31/2023 04:21 PM CDT

Thursday, August 31, 2023 | View in browser

Good afternoon,

Read below for information about Labor Day weekend schedule and service changes, Parks & Recreation fall programming, the Participatory Budgeting election, and more!

Plus, learn about Evanston's 12 new electric fleet vehicles.

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Labor Day holiday weekend schedule

The City has announced facility closures and service schedules for the Labor Day holiday weekend, Sat., Sept. 2 through Mon., Sept. 4.

Refuse collection: No collections will occur on Monday. Monday through Thursday collections will be delayed by one day next week.

Beach hours: Monday is the final day of the 2023 swimming beach season. Check the City's website for swim and beach status updates before you head to the lake.

Fall is in the air, plan your fun-filled season today

Dive into programming (and a big pile of leaves) this fall. The Parks & Recreation Fall Program Guide is now available online. Browse through hundreds of recreation programs, special events, and ways to keep you and your family healthy and active this season. Register today!

Participatory Budgeting Election: Sign up to vote!

Voting for Participatory Budgeting (PB) kicks off tomorrow and will continue throughout September! Help decide how the City will spend a budget of $3 million. Cast your vote online or in person at community centers and pop-up events. To vote online, make sure to register ahead of time. Check out a Message from the Mayor with more info.

Back-to-school block party, September 7

Celebrate the back-to-school season at the 'Kits, 'Cats and Kids Block Party on Thurs., Sept. 7, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The event will be held adjacent to ETHS's Lazier Field, at Church Street and Hartrey Avenue.

Free outdoor activities for all ages: Enjoy games, music, inflatables, the ETHS and NU marching bands, a rousing pep rally, and plenty of delicious food truck options!

More News and Events

Fall bulk trash pickups begin September 15

Get ready for a clutter-free fall season with the City's Fall Bulk Trash Pickup program! Beginning September 15, the City is offering the free removal of up to six cubic yards of bulk garbage on Fridays through October 6. Bulk pickups are scheduled according to residents’ normal refuse pickup day.

Evanston police collect more than 70 weapons

More than 70 weapons were collected during a gun buyback event hosted by the Evanston Police Department in partnership with the Evanston Community Foundation and Mount Zion Baptist Church. This annual event helps reduce potential dangers and make the community safer.

Save the date for the next Emergency Preparedness Fair

The Fire Department's Office of Emergency Management will host an Emergency Preparedness Fair on Sat., Sept. 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Robert Crown Community Center. This free, family-friendly event will help you gather resources and learn how to prepare for an emergency.

Grace period granted for Evanston’s Fair Workweek Ordinance

Evanston has extended a grace period for employers to adjust to the requirements of the newly enacted Fair Workweek Ordinance (24-O-23). This ordinance, designed to enhance employee well-being and work-life balance, will be enforced beginning January 1, 2024.

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Community Events

City adds 12 new electric vehicles to it's fleet, advancing carbon neutrality goals

The City is proud to announce a significant step towards achieving its Climate Action & Resilience Plan (CARP) goals, the addition of a dozen –yes, twelve shiny new electric vehicles – to its municipal fleet! This brings the City closer to its commitment to reaching carbon neutrality. Learn more.

That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!

Sincerely,

The City of Evanston Communications Team

Morton Civic Center

2100 Ridge Ave., Evanston, IL 60201
847-448-4311

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