Today, the City of Evanston and Cook County Government celebrated the grand opening of the new Evanston Animal Shelter at 2310 Oakton Street: https://lnkd.in/gJybnGmy The state-of-the-art, 8,800-square-foot facility was made possible by $2.85 million in funding through Cook County Animal and Rabies Control along with significant contributions from the City of Evanston and Evanston Animal Shelter Association. The building includes amenities like a medical suite, isolation areas for sick animals, outdoor dog runs, and more. It also serves as Evanston’s first zero on-site carbon emissions building! Join the shelter for a public Open House on Sunday, October 6. Learn more at evanstonanimalshelter.net.
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Located just north of Chicago, Evanston has a stunning natural setting on Lake Michigan.
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Located just north of Chicago, Evanston has a stunning natural setting on Lake Michigan with unique business districts, attractive homes on tree-lined streets, and pleasant public parks. Home to Northwestern University, Evanston has a variety of excellent higher educational opportunities, as well as a successful public school system. Evanston is also home to the world headquarters of Rotary International. Rotary International is the world's first service club organization, with more than 1.2 million members in 33,000 clubs worldwide. Evanston’s size and diversity make it a community unique on Chicago’s North Shore. With a population of about 75,000 people, Evanston is the 13th largest city in Illinois.
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Exciting news! The City has received two significant grants to support important initiatives. 1) The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the City a $985,000 Innovative Finance and Asset Concession Grant. This competitive transit-oriented development grant will help us implement the recommendations of the Putting Assets to Work (PAW) strategy, adopted by the City Council last spring. Learn more! bit.ly/3XWEIY8 2) In partnership with Connections for the Homeless, the City has also been awarded a $1.8 million grant from the State of Illinois’ CDBG-CV Urban Shelter Program. These funds will support the rehabilitation of Hilda’s Place, a 30-bed homeless shelter operated by Connections. More info: bit.ly/3XXJqVG.
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Congratulations to City of Evanston staff who are participating in the Evanston Community Foundation’s 33rd cohort of Leadership Evanston!! Our staff are truly dedicated to helping make Evanston a better place to live for all. Cara Pratt, MPA Damita Marie Cravens, LPC, Adam Howard, Yolande W., Sophia Syed
Welcome to our 33rd cohort of Leadership Evanston! These community leaders are ready to make an impact, and we're thrilled to support them on their journey to fostering innovation and collaboration in Evanston. Stay tuned for updates! #LeadershipEvanston #CommunityImpact #EvanstonCommunityFoundation
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Join us in celebrating the career and upcoming retirement of Ken Cherry, a long-standing team member who has dedicated 27 years of service to the City of Evanston! Over the years, he rose through the ranks to become Division Manager of Community and Arts within the Parks & Recreation Department, leaving a lasting impact at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center, Mason Park, Gibbs Morrison Cultural Center, and Noyes Cultural Arts Center. Ken's passion and commitment have touched countless lives. As he retires on November 27 to focus on ministry, we thank him for his incredible service. Read more: https://bit.ly/4e6Kmg5.
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🎉 Exciting News! The City of Evanston has won the 2024 Strategic Plan Award from APA-IL for its One Howard Street Economic Recovery Plan! This innovative project, developed in collaboration with the Rogers Park Business Alliance and MUSE Community + Design, focuses on revitalizing the Howard Street corridor with a strong emphasis on pedestrian-friendly spaces, anti-displacement measures, and community engagement. Congrats to everyone involved! bit.ly/47t4C97 Paul Zalmezak, AICP, Katie Boden, Neal Reeves, MPA
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Discover opportunities. Change our community. ❤️ VolunteerEvanston has transitioned to a new platform host, UpSquad. This free online platform promotes volunteerism in Evanston by providing a space where community members can discover local volunteer opportunities. Check it out! Sign up as a volunteer or non-profit organization today and peruse current volunteer opportunities at volunteerevanston.org. Plus, after you sign up, don't forget to download the easy-to-use mobile UpSquad app.
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🌿 Exciting News for Evanston! We’re proud to announce that we have been selected as one of 19 communities to receive a $10.7M Inflation Reduction Act Support for Building Energy Codes and Innovative Codes grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. This funding will support adopting and implementing building performance standards that will reduce building emissions while prioritizing equitable decision-making, ongoing affordability, workforce development opportunities, and energy cost savings. Mayor Daniel Biss called it a "game-changing tool" to advance Evanston’s commitment to sustainability. Learn more: bit.ly/3ALysK0
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Join the next cohort of the Community Police Academy to gain an inside look at the Evanston Police Department. This free 12-week program, starting September 4, covers key topics like investigations, crime scene processing, and de-escalation. Apply today! https://lnkd.in/gkS_ZTdR
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🌟 The Importance of Community Police Academies: One of Many Bridges Between Community and Law Enforcement 🌟 Society is evolving...quickly. Just look at how far we've come since AOL internet discs. Sheesh! Fostering trust and understanding between communities and law enforcement is more crucial than ever. There are many ways to start the process, but one way to bridge this gap is through Community Police Academies. 🔹 Empowering Community: These academies provide community members with an inside look into the daily operations, challenges, and decision-making processes of law enforcement. By demystifying the work of police officers, community members gain a deeper appreciation for their role and responsibilities. 🔹 Building Trust: Open dialogue and transparency are essential for building trust in any relationship! Community Police Academies create a platform for meaningful conversations, where concerns can be addressed, and mutual respect can flourish. Soooo many deep and impactful conversations take place in CPA. 🔹 Enhancing Cooperation: Understanding the complexities of police work helps members contribute more effectively to community safety and collaboration. It fosters a partnership where both parties are better equipped to tackle local issues together. Teamwork makes the DreamWorks y'all. Seriously. 🔹 Reducing Misconceptions: People think they know but have zero clue. Participating in hands-on exercises and learning about law enforcement strategies, Community members can challenge and overcome the myths or stereotypes about policing, leading to a more informed and cohesive community. It is not like TV. Community Police Academies are more than just educational programs—they are a necessary step towards creating a safer, more united community. By investing time and resources into these initiatives, we not only enhance public safety but also strengthen the bonds that hold our society together. It just makes sense. Let’s continue to support and promote these invaluable programs. Together, we can build a future where understanding and cooperation pave the way for a stronger, more connected community. 🚓 Evanston peeps, EPD'S next class starts September 4th. Come kick it with me and my friends. It’s worth the time. You will walk away better informed and with a free tshirt...long sleeve...very fancy. Cooperation is key.🔑 #CommunityEngagement #LawEnforcement #CitizenPoliceAcademy #TrustBuilding #PublicSafety #CommunityPoliceAcademy #NewBlueAlum #ReformFromWithin
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Exciting news! We're giving the City's website a makeover, and we're putting accessibility front and center. To make sure the new site is easy and enjoyable for everyone to use, we're doing a full website audit and redesign focused on ADA accessibility features. But we need your help! Got 15 minutes? We value your feedback, and it'll help us create a more user-friendly, inclusive website. Please take our community survey in English (bit.ly/3yv2QYk) or Spanish (bit.ly/4dKNDBf) before September 13.
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Happy #CityHallSelfie Day from the City of Evanston! Join us in celebrating public service and local government pride. As City of Evanston employees, we’re honored to serve the Evanston community daily. ❤️ ELGL: Engaging Local Government Leaders
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