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Read below for information about the end-of-season schedule for Evanston swimming beaches, how to pay your 2025 Wheel Tax, the Fall Parks & Recreation Program Guide, and more!
 End-of-season schedule for Evanston beaches
With the return of seasonal lifeguards and beach staff to school, the City has adjusted end-of-season beach operations to ensure proper staffing for public safety. Beginning Monday, Greenwood Street Beach will be the only beach open to swimming for the remainder of the season during the hours of 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Aug. 12 - 30) and 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Aug. 31 - Sept. 2).
 2025 Wheel Tax payments are now available 🚗
The payment period has now opened for Evanston residents to pay for their City of Evanston wheel tax, residential parking permits, and residential parking passes for 2025. Payments can be made online, in person, or by mail. The deadline to pay the 2025 wheel tax is September 30. Learn more about the wheel tax.
 Plan out your fall fun with Parks & Rec!
Evanston's Parks and Recreation Fall Program Guide is now available online. From the Zombie Scramble to sports programming and nature-based play, we have tons of fall fun in store! Registration opens on Monday, August 12 for residents and on August 19 for non-residents. Dive into the guide and start planning your fall schedule today.
 Appeal your property taxes by August 20
Evanston property owners concerned about their property taxes can submit an appeal to the Cook County Board of Review through August 20, 2024.
File an appeal online: Property owners are encouraged to file an appeal on their own online at cookcountyboardofreview.com. Filing online is a simple and quick process. View a video tutorial.
Appeal assistance: Those seeking assistance filing an appeal should submit an Appeal Authorization form by August 16 to have their appeal filed on their behalf or should attend an in-person property tax appeal event in the Parasol Room of the Morton Civic Center on Mon., Aug. 12, at 6 p.m.
 Support Main Street businesses
Construction continues on Main Street, promising rehabbed roadways, updated streetscaping, sidewalk improvements, enhanced ADA accessibility, and more later this fall. In the meantime, get out and show your support to local Main Street businesses who need the extra TLC.
Did someone say "free parking"? As a reminder, up to four hours of free parking is available in Lot 24, located near the corner of Main Street and Sherman Avenue, as indicated by signage.
More News and Events
EPL's End of Summer Bash
Join the Evanston Public Library and community partners on Sat., Aug. 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Elks Play Lot Park for an afternoon of fun, including games, gymnastics, circus activities, fire truck and police SUV tours, ice cream, and a book reading and signing by author Lulu Miller. More info.
Sign up to receive Emergency alerts 🚨
The City uses the EvanstonAlerts emergency notification system to alert community members in the event of an emergency. Sign up to receive text, email, and phone call alerts for multiple locations.
Reserve a tennis or pickleball court online 🎾
A new online reservation system is now available for tennis and pickleball courts, making it easier for you to book courts from anywhere. Through the platform, you can check availability, select a time, and secure your spot.
Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival returns, August 16-18
The streets of downtown Evanston will play host to the annual Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival next weekend, August 16-18. Join fellow art lovers in browsing thousands of original pieces from an impressive 150 juried artists.
Take advantage of free SWANCC collection events
Have some electronics that need to be recycled? Documents to be shredded? Evanston residents can attend nearby Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County collection events over the next few weeks:
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Take our Mason Park Expansion Project Survey! Provide input on three Mason Park concept designs, which were publicly reviewed on July 9, by taking a 10-minute survey open through August 23.
Community Calendar
Adoptable Pet of the Month: Meet Malbec!
Malbec is perfect for someone who appreciates a cat with personality and spunk. She’ll keep you on your toes, ensuring you never have a dull moment. If you respect her boundaries, Malbec will reward you with her unique brand of love and companionship. Ready to meet Malbec and see if you’re the perfect match? Fill out an Evanston Animal Shelter adoption questionnaire to express your interest.
That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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