Evanston, IL

Land Use Commission

The commission will consider two major planned development amendments. One involves a subdivision at 1620-40 Chicago Avenue to separate commercial and multi-family lots, while the other proposes a 26-story mixed-use tower at 900 Clark Street.

• Proposed subdivision and amendment for 1620-40 Chicago Avenue (26PLND-0044)
• Request to allow 283 dwelling units at Chicago Avenue where 157 are currently permitted
• Proposed 26-story mixed-use development at 900 Clark Street (25PLND-0001)
• Request for 2,484 square feet of commercial space and 360 dwelling units at Church Street Plaza North
• Request to allow a 298-foot building height where the limit is 150 feet

Lighthouse Landing Complex Committee

The Lighthouse Landing Complex Committee will review rules for organizational representation and membership. The committee will also consider adding a delegate from the Friends of Harley Clarke.

• Definition of rules for organizational representation and decision-making
• Addition of a delegate from the Friends of Harley Clarke to the Committee

Board of Local Improvements

The Board of Local Improvements will review updates regarding the Alley Project budget and progress. The meeting includes items for action concerning two specific alleys and a discussion on a proposed funding strategy.

• Action item: Alley N. of Central, E. of McDaniel
• Action item: Alley N. of Greenwood, E. of Chicago
• Discussion: Proposed Funding Strategy for Alley Improvements
• Staff update: Alley Project Budget Update

Social Services Committee

Healthy Buildings Accountability Board

Administration & Public Works Committee

City Council

Planning & Development Committee

Preservation Commission Special Meeting

Evanston Arts Council

Evanston Arts Council

Housing & Community Development Committee

Healthy Buildings Technical Committee

Parks and Recreation Board

Five-Fifths TIF Advisory Committee

Utilities Commission

Housing & Community Development Committee

Economic Development Committee

ADA Advisory Committee

Planning & Development Committee

Administration & Public Works Committee

City Council

Reparations Committee

Human Services Committee

Finance and Budget Committee

Social Services Committee

City Council

Planning & Development Committee

Administration & Public Works Committee

Dementia Friendly Subcommittee

Animal Welfare Board

Ryan Field Community Advisory Council

Parks and Recreation Board

Five-Fifths TIF Advisory Committee

Utilities Commission

Evanston Arts Council

Housing & Community Development Committee

Northwestern University-City Committee

ADA Advisory Committee

Planning & Development Committee

Administration & Public Works Committee

City Council

Economic Development Committee

Human Services Committee

Finance and Budget Committee

Reparations Committee

City Council

Planning & Development Committee

Administration & Public Works Committee

Dementia Friendly Subcommittee

Social Services Committee

Housing & Community Development Committee

ADA Advisory Committee

Five-Fifths TIF Advisory Committee

Parks and Recreation Board

Utilities Commission

City Council

Administration & Public Works Committee

Planning & Development Committee

Economic Development Committee

Finance and Budget Committee

Reparations Committee

Human Services Committee

Dementia Friendly Subcommittee

Social Services Committee

Planning & Development Committee

City Council

Administration & Public Works Committee

Housing & Community Development Committee

Five-Fifths TIF Advisory Committee

ADA Advisory Committee

Parks and Recreation Board

Utilities Commission

Economic Development Committee

Human Services Committee

Reparations Committee

Housing & Community Development Committee

Five-Fifths TIF Advisory Committee

Five-Fifths TIF Advisory Committee

Economic Development Committee

Human Services Committee

Reparations Committee

Economic Development Committee

Human Services Committee

Reparations Committee

Economic Development Committee

Reparations Committee

Human Services Committee

Economic Development Committee

Human Services Committee

Reparations Committee

Economic Development Committee

Human Services Committee

Economic Development Committee

Human Services Committee

Human Services Committee

Human Services Committee

Human Services Committee

Human Services Committee

Human Services Committee

Human Services Committee

Human Services Committee

Preservation Commission

The Commission will consider two applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These items involve proposed structural changes and restorations for properties within the Northeast Historic District.

• 2047 Orrington Avenue: Proposed demolition of rear entry stair and construction of a new stair, deck, and mudroom addition
• 2603 Sheridan Road: Proposed construction of retaining walls, terrace, ramps, railings, and an elevator overrun
• 2603 Sheridan Road: Proposed restoration of the greenhouse, coach house, and landscape features
• 2603 Sheridan Road: Proposed addition of off-street parking spaces and a new walkway

Dementia Friendly Subcommittee

The Dementia Friendly Subcommittee will discuss upcoming meetings with 1st and 7th ward council members. Members will also discuss planning for the 2027-2028 work plan and upcoming Alzheimer's Association events.

• Discussion of meetings with 7th ward council member Davis and 1st ward council member Kelly
• Planning for the 2027-2028 Work Plan
• Walk to End Alzheimer's scheduled for September 19
• Alzheimer's Association event in Evanston
• Approval of July 14, 2026, meeting minutes

Human Services Committee

Reparations Committee

The committee will receive an update on the lawsuit challenging the City's reparations program. Members will also consider a motion to change regular meeting dates and locations.

• Update on lawsuit challenging the City's reparations program
• Motion to change meetings to the first Tuesday of each month at 9 a.m.
• Recap of Kickstarter Program Cohort Recognition Event
• Proposal to explore bringing 'The Stories of Us' Talking Drums exhibition to Evanston
• Approval of July 2 and April 2 meeting minutes

Public Safety Civil Service Commission

The Public Safety Civil Service Commission will discuss proposed changes to vendor testing for police and firefighter/paramedic roles. The body will also consider several appointments for police and fire department positions.

• Proposed changes to entry-level police officer and firefighter/paramedic vendor testing
• Appointment of Ademilola Abosede as Police Officer (Lateral)
• Appointments of Ryan Spillane, Dakota Ibrahim, Matthew Whittington, and Nathaniel Mitchell as Firefighter/Paramedics
• Discussion of appointment for Monica Schweitz as Firefighter/Paramedic

CARP Implementation Task Force

The CARP Implementation Task Force will discuss the substance, stakeholders, and process for future CARP revisions. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from July 1 and August 5, 2026.

• Discussion regarding future CARP revision substance, stakeholders, and process
• Approval of July 1, 2026 minutes
• Approval of August 5, 2026 minutes

Finance and Budget Committee

The Finance and Budget Committee will consider recommendations for Evanston Tax Increment Finance (TIF) districts and a potential early retirement or voluntary separation program. Members will also discuss proposed rate changes for solid waste, water, and sewer services for fiscal year 2027.

• Resolution 113-R-26: Recommendations for Evanston TIF Districts
• Authorization for City Manager to implement early retirement or voluntary separation programs
• Review of proposed FY 2027 solid waste rates
• Review of proposed FY 2027 water and sewer rates
• Review of proposed FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

Citizen Police Review Commission

Healthy Buildings Technical Committee

The Healthy Buildings Technical Committee will meet to discuss energy use intensity (EUI) targets, renewable energy targets, and potential fines. The committee will also review the minutes from the August 19, 2026, meeting.

• Discussion of EUI Target
• Discussion of Renewable Energy Target
• Discussion of Fines
• Approval of August 19, 2026, meeting minutes

Healthy Buildings Accountability Board

The Healthy Buildings Accountability Board will discuss technical committee updates and the Sustain Evanston Program. The board is scheduled to vote on a definition for Equity Priority Buildings.

• Vote on Equity Priority Building Definition
• Healthy Buildings Technical Committee Update
• Condo Discussion
• Update on Sustain Evanston Program
• Update on Engagement Plan

Environment Board

The Environment Board will discuss the 2027 Action Agenda and the Ryan Field Sustainability Plan update. Staff will also provide updates on the 2027 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2027 Budget. The Board is scheduled to take action on a Chair appointment.

• Discussion of Ryan Field Sustainability Plan Update
• Discussion of 2027 Action Agenda
• Staff update on 2027 Capital Improvement Plan
• Staff update on 2027 Budget
• Action item for Chair Appointment

Ryan Field Community Advisory Council

The Ryan Field Community Advisory Council will discuss security, transportation, and sustainability plans. The meeting includes discussions on the Transportation Management Plan Version 3 and the Sustainability Plan Version 3. Members will also review recycling and salvaged item reports.

• Ryan Field Security Plan discussion
• Ryan Field Transportation Management Plan Version 3
• RideShare Statement
• Ryan Field Sustainability Plan Version 3
• Northwestern Recycling (LEED) Report and Salvaged Items List

Land Use Commission

The Land Use Commission will consider two city-initiated text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. These include creating a definition and regulations for Major Accessory Uses and updating rules for Urban Farms and Neighborhood Gardens.

• Text Amendment 26PLND-0052 regarding Major Accessory Uses
• Text Amendment 26PLND-0033 regarding Urban Agriculture Ordinance

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review proposed initiatives to support Evanston's small business environment. Members will also consider the proposed 2027 Economic Development Initiatives Budget for recommendation to the City Council.

• Review of small business support initiatives
• Proposed 2027 Economic Development Initiatives Budget
• Monthly Economic Development Report

Northwestern University-City Committee

The Northwestern University-City Committee will discuss vacant properties located in T1 zones. The meeting also includes ongoing discussions regarding university demolition and new construction plans for T1, T2, and U1 District properties.

• Discussion of vacant properties in T1 zones
• Discussion of proposed demolition and new construction for T1, T2, and U1 District properties
• Review of May 12, 2026, meeting minutes

City-School Liaison Committee

The City-School Liaison Committee will meet to discuss Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts. The agenda also includes provisions for public comment and other business.

• TIF districts discussion

Referrals Committee

The Referrals Committee will meet to review the current list of referrals and select which items will be prioritized for scheduling. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the July 27, 2026, meeting.

• Review and scheduling of existing referrals
• Approval of July 27, 2026, meeting minutes

City Council

The Evanston City Council will discuss offsetting credit card fees for citywide and parking services. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Evanston Green Homes Pilot Program and various mayoral proclamations.

• Discussion on credit card fee offsets for citywide and parking services
• Evanston Green Homes Pilot Program presentation
• Resolution honoring Abdulhaq Sodais
• Proclamation for National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Administration & Public Works Committee

The provided agenda text contains only procedural information regarding meeting logistics and public comment guidelines. No specific ordinances, contracts, or projects are listed for discussion.

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will review a housing alternative proposal for Central Street and consider ordinances for site development amendments and a new recreation facility. The meeting includes a period for public comment and the introduction of several ordinances.

• Resolution 187-R-26: Inclusionary Housing Alternative Equivalent for 3233-3249 Central Street
• Ordinance 59-O-26: Text amendment for Site Development Allowances in the oCSC District
• Ordinance 60-O-26: Special Use and Planned Development for a new commercial indoor recreation facility at 2722 Green Bay Road

Utilities Commission

The Commission will review updates on the Energy 4.0 solar RFI and the 2025 CARP report. Members will also hold a discussion with Nicor Gas regarding utility matters.

• Solar RFI update regarding Water Plant energy opportunities
• Discussion with Nicor Gas Regional Manager Pat Eaves-Heard
• 2025 CARP Report progress update
• Review of the Lakefront Protection Ordinance memo
• Utilities Commission member appointment updates

Special Preservation Commission Meeting

The Preservation Commission will perform a walking tour and visual inspection of several vacant historic properties. The inspection will assess the condition and integrity of these sites from the public right-of-way.

• Visual inspection of 640 Lincoln Street (Historic Roycemore Academy)
• Inspection of properties at 618, 619, 624, and 628 Colfax Street
• Inspection of 624 Noyes Street, 629 Haven Street, and 629 Garrett Place
• Inspection of 1915 Orrington Avenue
• Inspection of 716-722 University Place (Historic Willard Hall) and 1823 Sherman Avenue

ADA Advisory Committee

The ADA Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the City of Evanston's proposed 2027 ADA Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes a call to order, approval of minutes, and a period for public comments.

• Discussion of City of Evanston Proposed ADA Capital Improvement Program, 2027

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board is reviewing several items including park renovation recommendations and honorary street name applications. The board is also discussing rules for pickleball court use and reviewing updates to athletic field permitting and rental costs.

• Philbrick Park Renovation Recommendation
• Honorary Street Name Sign Application for Rabi Dov Hillel Klein
• Honorary Street Name Sign Application for Denise R. Martin Way
• Levy Advisory Board Appointment of Melanie Tornquist
• Pickleball Court Use rules and areas discussion

Five-Fifths TIF Advisory Committee - CANCELLED

Healthy Buildings Technical Committee

The committee will discuss reactions to the Alternative Compliance Plan flow chart, Energy Use Intensity, and implementation costs. These items follow previous discussions regarding baseline voting and flowchart revisions.

• Discussion of Alternative Compliance Plan flow chart reactions
• Discussion of Energy Use Intensity
• Discussion of implementation costs

Board of Local Improvements

The Board of Local Improvements will discuss alley project updates, budget summaries, and the special assessment list. Members will also consider a petition for the alley north of Central and east of Hurd and review next steps for the N. Greenwood and E. Chicago alley project.

• Petition for alley N. of Central, E. of Hurd for action
• Discussion of alley project updates and budget summaries
• Review of special assessment list to remove duplicate petitions
• Discussion of revised maps for unimproved and improved alleys
• Old business regarding N. Greenwood, E. Chicago petition summary

Housing & Community Development Committee

The Housing & Community Development Committee meeting scheduled for August 18, 2026, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to the August break for boards, committees, and commissions.

Liquor Control Review Board

The Board will consider two applications for Class C restaurant liquor licenses. The items include requests from Benson Avenue Tavern and Alleyway Grill.

• Class C license request: Chef Isaac Hospitality Management Group, LLC dba Benson Avenue Tavern (1735 Benson Avenue)
• Class C license request: Alleyway Restaurant dba Alleyway Grill (1710 Sherman Avenue)

Healthy Buildings Accountability Board

The Healthy Buildings Accountability Board will discuss equity priority building criteria for condos and residential properties. The board is also scheduled to review an engagement plan and a project management tracker.

• Action item: Approve equity priority building criteria for schools and non-profits
• Discussion: Equity priority buildings regarding condos and residential properties
• Discussion: Board engagement plan
• Discussion: Project management tracker and work plan draft
• Discussion: Technical committee update