Evanston E-News: Jan. 23 Featuring information about Evanston's "Welcoming City" ordinance, summer camp registration, weekend community events, and more! Seniors: Apply for Property Tax Relief Programs

Welcome to the City of Evanston, home to approximately 75,000 residents and located just north of of Chicago. Bordering Lake Michigan and home to Northwestern University and Rotary International, Evanston's unique beauty and character delights visitors and residents of all ages.

If you believe you have been discriminated against by the City regarding employment, recreational or educational programs, or services, please contact the Human Resources Division at 847-448-8204 to file a complaint.

Evanston continued to grow and remain independent of Chicago. The city became known for its architecture and beautiful homes on the lake. Between 1920 and 1930, there was a 70 percent population increase. Today, Evanston is still thriving as an independent city.

New to the city of Evanston? Check out our New Residents online guide where you will find everything you need to know about residing in Evanston. Not sure when your trash collection day is? Look at About My Place for this and other useful information like City of Evanston landmarks and historic districts, polling places, and wards.

Evanston E-News: Jan. 23 Featuring information about Evanston's "Welcoming City" ordinance, summer camp registration, weekend community events, and more! Seniors: Apply for Property Tax Relief Programs

With a vision to create the most livable city in America, Evanston celebrates the diversity of the City's opportunities and residents. Explore the Northwestern University campus, downtown Evanston, unique commercial districts and neighborhoods, delicious and …

The City of Evanston is committed to promoting the highest quality of life for all residents by providing fiscally sound, responsive municipal services and delivering those services equitably, professionally, and with the highest degree of integrity.

Whether you’re paying a bill, purchasing a permit, or registering your business, we want to make it as easy and convenient as possible! Please see the links below to complete payment online for a wide variety of City services. Need help? No problem. Contact Evanston 311 by calling or texting 847-448-4311, or simply dial 311 in Evanston.

The Evanston City Council includes the Mayor and nine City Councilmembers. The Mayor, Councilmembers, and City Clerk serve four-year terms. The City of Evanston, Illinois is a general purpose municipal government located in Cook County, Illinois.