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This newsletter contains a correction regarding the date of the 3rd Ward Office Hours. The 3rd Ward Office Hours will take place on  Monday, June 16 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hoosier Mama Pie Company.

Good afternoon,

Read below for information about weekend activities and traffic impacts, a ribbon cutting for the newly renovated Independence Park, signing up for the Recycle Coach platform, and more!

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Help shape our community's future by reviewing Evanston’s 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025 Action Plan, and Amended Citizen Participation Plan. These plans outline priorities for using U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funding for housing, community, and economic development to benefit low- and moderate-income households.

Submit public comment: by email at housing@cityofevanston.org, via mail to 909 Davis Street, Evanston, IL. 60201, or in person at public meetings. The public comment period is open through July 14, 2025.

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Busy weekend ahead: traffic impacts expected

Northwestern Commencement Ceremony: An all-University Commencement Ceremony will take place at the United Center in Chicago, beginning at 10:30 a.m., due to ongoing construction at Ryan Field.

On-Campus Convocations: Several school and department convocations will take place on Northwestern University's (NU) campus, beginning Friday afternoon, June 13, and continuing through Mon., June 16, at Ryan Fieldhouse and Welsh-Ryan Arena. Expect heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Please plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time.

Lakefront Fireworks Celebration: NU will celebrate the Class of 2025 with a fireworks display on Sun., June 15, at 8:45 p.m. Fireworks will launch from a barge in Lake Michigan near the lakefill.

Rally Notice: A "No Kings Rally" will take place in downtown Evanston at Fountain Square on Sat., June 14, as part of a national day of action. Please expect increased foot traffic and potential traffic delays in the area.

Race Against Hate: The annual Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate will take place on Sun., June 15, from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., starting at Floyd Long Field. Thousands are expected to participate in this walk/run promoting unity against racial hatred and violence.

Celebrate the newly renovated Independence Park

Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Sat., June 14, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., to celebrate the newly renovated Independence Park. Speakers will include Angela Shaffer from Central Street, former Councilmember Revelle, and Mayor Biss. After the ceremony, head to the Central Street Business District to take advantage of local business specials. 

Sign up for the Recycle Coach platform! ♻️

More News and Events

Friendly reminder: Lawn irrigation

From May 15 to September 15, no lawn watering is allowed between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Odd-numbered addresses may water on odd dates, and even-numbered addresses on even dates, outside these hours. Garden watering is exempt from this ordinance. 

Land Use Commission’s Plan amendments released

The Land Use Commission’s proposed amendments to the draft comprehensive plan have been released.

Provide your feedback: The recommended content will be discussed at a special City Council meeting on Tues., June 24, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Morton City Hall, 909 Davis St. A second special meeting will follow on July 21. Please plan to attend and provide your feedback. You can also share feedback via our online public comment form. Learn more.

Reminder: beach flag warning system 🚩

The City uses a color-coded flag system on lifeguard chairs at swimming beaches to indicate current conditions: red = no swimming, yellow = swim with caution, green = open for swimming. Always check the flag before entering the water and follow all lifeguard instructions. 

Get Engaged

• JOINT Virtual 1st & 7th Ward Meeting, June 12

• 4th Ward Office Hours, June 14

• 9th Ward Meeting, June 16

• 3rd Ward Office Hours, June 16

• 2nd Ward Meeting (Hybrid), June 17

Community Calendar

• Evanston Own It 10th Anniversary Banquet, July 13

• Evanston Farmers' Market, June 14

• Evanston Repair Cafe, June 14

• Landlord/Tenant Walk-In Hours, June 16

• Paws & Claws: "Clear Our Rescue" adoption event, June 20 & 21

• Evanston Garden Walk, June 22

• 2nd Annual RoundTable Reads, June 24

• “Donovan’s Garage” Jazz Presents “A String Thing”, June 24

• Climate Action Evanston Hard-to-Recycle Collection Event, June 28

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

Sincerely,

The City of Evanston Communications Team