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Read below for information about ward budget meetings, ways to help the City reimagine its civic assets, the Evanston Ecology Center Grand Reopening event, and more!
 Participate in Ward Budget Meetings
City Manager Stowe has released the City’s FY 2026 Proposed Budget, focusing on key community priorities: housing affordability, climate action and resiliency, economic development, finance and organizational performance, public health and safety, and parks and infrastructure.
Attend an upcoming ward meeting:
Explore the highlights: Check out our budget one-pager for an overview.
 Reimagine Evanston's civic assets
The City received a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to re-envision key community spaces for economic growth and local needs. We’re focusing on three sites: the former Civic Center (2100 Ridge), Police & Fire Headquarters (1454 Elmwood/909 Lake), and Noyes Cultural Arts Center (927 Noyes). Share your vision and help shape these vibrant community hubs!
 The Ecology Center is back and better than ever!
Join us for the grand reopening of the Evanston Ecology Center on Wed., Oct. 29, at 3 p.m. at 2024 McCormick Blvd. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, tours of the renovated facility, and previews of upcoming programs, including the Indoor Farmers Market, a Wild Weekends animal presentation, Thanksgiving Break Camp, and more! More info.
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Download the Recycle Coach app 
Confused about what goes in your recycling cart? We’ve got you covered! The City’s Recycle Coach app makes recycling simple. Get instant answers about what can and can’t be recycled, personalized pickup reminders, and updates on schedule changes, all in one place.
Download Recycle Coach today from the App Store or Google Play and connect with the City to start reducing waste and recycling right! For more information, visit cityofevanston.org/waste.
Do you know how to recycle right? Put your knowledge to the test with Recycle Coach's annual quiz. Take the quiz on the app or on our website.
More News and Events
Enjoy a Meet & Greet with the Health & Human Services team
Celebrate Evanston Public Health Day on October 24 with coffee and conversation! Join Health & Human Services Director Ike Ogbo and staff on the 2nd floor Council Chambers at Morton City Hall (909 Davis St.) to meet staff, learn about local resources, ask questions, and enjoy refreshments.
Donate blood with Northwestern and help save lives
Northwestern Athletics has partnered with the Big Ten and Abbott in a nationwide blood donation competition to help address the nation's severe blood shortage. Schools compete to see who can donate the most blood, with the winning school receiving $1 million to support community health. View the schedule of upcoming campus blood drives.
Free trees for Evanston residents
Plant a shade or ornamental tree this fall! Public Works is giving away oak, magnolia, birch, crabapple, serviceberry, and hazelnut trees in the old Civic Center Parking Lot (2100 Ridge Ave.). Pickups will take place October 23-24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Need Help with Utility Bills?
The LIHEAP program offers heating and electricity assistance for income-eligible Cook County households. Priority applications are open now for seniors, people with disabilities, families with young children, and those facing disconnection. All others can apply starting November 1.
Program update: Cook County Homeowner Relief Fund
The eligibility requirements have expanded for the Cook County Homeowner Relief Fund. Households that experienced a 30% increase in property taxes in the 2021, 2022, or 2023 tax years are now eligible, as long as other program requirements are met. Apply now through Oct. 31.
Sign up for Free Mental Health First Aid trainings
The City is hosting another round of free Mental Health First Aid trainings for community members that teach how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges. Upcoming fall dates include: October 18, November 5 & 6, and December 6. Learn more and register.
Ryan Field construction update
Crews celebrated a milestone at the new Ryan Field on October 9 with an official topping-out ceremony. The final beam is in place, signed by more than 500 people who have helped bring the vision to life. View the most recent construction update from the Central Street Consortium.
Get involved in environmental equity in Evanston
Join the City for the final Environmental Equity Public Workshop on October 22, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Ebenezer AME Church. City staff will present key findings and recommendations and lead a discussion on next steps.
Get Engaged
Community Calendar
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NU Football vs. Purdue, Oct. 18
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Evanston Symphony Orchestra: Season Opening Concert, Tchaikovsky & Mozart, Oct. 19
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FAN Zoom Event - Robin Hood Math: Take Control of the Algorithms That Run Your Life, Oct. 20
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A "Donovan's Garage" Jazz Event: Proyecto Libre Dos—Afro Cuban Rhythms Reimagined, Oct. 21
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FAN Zoom Event - Validation: Transform Your Relationships, Increase Your Influence, and Change Your Life, Oct. 22
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Dia de los Muertos, Oct. 26- Nov. 2
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3rd Annual YWCA Domestic Violence Awareness Month CommUNITY Resource Fair, Oct. 30
That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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