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Good afternoon,
Read below for information on the Evanston Skate Park Grand Opening, Bulk Trash Pickups, National Public Health Week, upcoming community events, and more!
 Skate your way to the grand opening celebration!
Join us for a grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Evanston’s new skate park, located at Twiggs Park, on Sat., April 6, from noon to 2 p.m. Enjoy speeches from public officials, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, skate games, local vendors, raffles, and more! Learn more.
 Spring clean with free Bulk Trash Pickup
Dispose of bulk items this spring as part of the City's Bulk Trash Pickup program! Collections take place on Fridays, April 5 through 26, according to residents' normal refuse pickup day.
Did you receive your City Services Guide in the mail? If not, check out our online version or pick up a copy at one of our community centers (in English and Spanish). This helpful guide contains street cleaning maps and schedules, and other public works, refuse, and forestry information.
 It's National Public Health Week!
Did you know? The Evanston Health Department is turning 150 this year! It is one of the oldest and one of five certified municipal health departments in the state. Stay tuned for celebration details later this year.
Three cheers for our staff: Thank you to our expert public health staff, whose contributions are crucial to our community's health and wellness. The health department provides a variety of essential specialized services daily.
Learn more about the Evanston Health & Human Services Department.
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Host a Meeting-In-A-Box
There's still time to participate in the Envision Evanston 2045 Survey and Meeting-In-A-Box community feedback methods! The deadline for submissions has been extended to April 19.
Host a Meeting-In-A-Box: View a "Message from the Mayor" that went out last week about the importance of participating in Envision Evanston 2045, particularly the Meeting-In-A-Box option. Downloadable materials will be available through April 12.
Stay tuned for even more engagement opportunities in the coming months.
More News and Events
Looking for your next employment opportunity? 💼
Northwestern University is hosting its 2024 Career Fair on Wed., April 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at One Rotary Center. This is a great opportunity for residents to explore career opportunities at the university.
The Cardboard Carnival is coming to town!
Join the Evanston Public Library for a Cardboard Carnival on Sat., April 6, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Fleetwood Jourdain Community Center. Collect game tickets for prizes, just like a real carnival! Created by Evanston youth, over 50 students will be showcasing innovative games.
Sewer line rehabilitation has begun
The City has contracted to rehabilitate a portion of its public combined sewer lines using the Cured-In-Place Pipe process. Sewer cleaning and televising have begun and lining will begin in May. Work is anticipated to be completed by August 31. Learn more.
Temporary Pace bus shelter relocations
Pace will begin construction of two new bus shelters on Dempster Street near Dodge Avenue. A temporary relocation of bus stops for the Pulse Route 250 Eastbound Stop at Dodge Avenue will go into effect this week. The Pulse Route 250 Westbound stop will be relocated at the end of April.
Property Tax Appeals are due April 19
Looking to appeal your property taxes? Submit an appeal to the Cook County Assessor through Fri., April 19. It's strongly encouraged to file an appeal on your own online. For assistance, submit an Appeal Authorization form no later than April 12 to have an appeal filed on your behalf.
Ryan Field's demolition continues
Visit Northwestern's Ryan Field website for more updates on the progress of the demolition. You can also follow the Central Street Consortium (general contactor) on Instagram and subscribe to their newsletter.
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🐈 Adoptable Pets of the Month: Nim and Tink!
Meet Nim and Tink - a sweet bonded pair at the Evanston Animal Shelter ready for a forever home! Nim enjoys quiet time and cozy hiding spots, while Tink craves human company. Nim's a pro at belly scratches and is full of catitude, while Tink’s the social butterfly of the duo. They love long naps by a breezy window and dry food with fishy treats. Be sure to stock up on cardboard boxes for hide-and-seek adventures. Ready to welcome them into your home? Apply today!
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That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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