Street Closure: The 2300 & 2400 block of Thayer Street will be closed today, August 20, until 3 p.m. for water service work.

The City offers the free removal of up to 6 cu. yds. of bulk garbage twice a year as part of the Bulk Trash Pickup program. Fall bulk trash pickups will occur on Fridays, Aug. 23 - Sept. 20, scheduled according to your normal refuse pickup day. More info: cityofevanston.org/bulktrash

Stay updated on Evanston’s construction and capital improvement projects! -Locate projects you're interested in using our Interactive Construction Map: bit.ly/3xGQqeO - Sign up for upcoming construction and traffic update text/email alerts: bit.ly/3vHyDDY

The NWS Chicago has declared an Exessive Heat Warning for Monday, Aug. 26 & Tuesday, Aug. 27. City Cooling Centers are available: lnks.gd/2/2wjvJnh

With more extreme heat expected today, community members are encouraged to take preventative actions to avoid heat-related illnesses. Cooling centers remain open: lnks.gd/2/2wjvJnh. In case of emergency, call 911. If you have any general questions, please call 311.

On Friday, the Mayor, and District 65 staff and students, came together for a Flag Raising Ceremony at Dawes Elementary School. The ceremony celebrated Bernie Allen-Harrah and her winning city flag design. Visit cityofevanston.org/flagdesign to download files to print your own flag!

With severe thunderstorms rolling through Evanston, please remain indoors. There have been downed powerline reports. If you encounter a downed power line, follow the do’s and don’ts below and always call 911 to make a report. Report other non-emergency issues to 311.

The City has received over 70 requests for tree-related issues and reports of tree damage citywide. Public Works crews worked throughout the night and all day today ensuring that our streets and sidewalks are clear. Thank you to our staff who continue to work extended hours!

As a reminder, City operations are closed for the Labor Day holiday on Monday: bit.ly/3XrxawA. No collections will occur on Monday, September 2. Monday - Thursday trash, recycling, and food and yard waste collections will occur one day later in the week than usual.

Please be aware that there are dangerous swimming conditions at Lake Michigan. It is recommended to stay out of the water. Do not swim if there are no life guards present.

The NWS Chicago has issued a Beach Hazard Statement for Evanston beaches through Monday evening. Water conditions will be life threatening. Check the beach status before going to the beach at cityofevanston.org/beach. City of Evanston Evanston Fire Evanston, IL Police

📣TODAY at 12 p.m.! Join the Knabenkapelle Noeridlingen German band today for a live performance at Ingraham Park! Bring friends and family to hear their performance! Mayor Daniel Biss will be present. 🥁

Check out some traffic and safety info for this weekend’s Evanston Folk Festival! bit.ly/3XtGnV4

Join Cordogan Clark & Evanston Skokie School District 65 for an Open House on Sept. 18, from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center! Learn about the new K-5 Foster School project & upcoming bidding opportunities across multiple trades.

Water infrastructure is a critical part of our lives. From gathering water, treating it, and delivering it to our homes and businesses, it takes a lot to keep the water flowing! Did you know? Evanston provides water to 9 other communities! Learn more: bit.ly/4cWuyuV

Join Cordogan Clark and District 65 for an Open Houseon the new K-5 Foster School project in Evanston. Meet potential partners and explore upcoming bidding opportunities. Attend on Wed., Sept. 18, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Center.

*ALERT* Emergency Closure Notice The Main Library is closed today due to a plumbing emergency. The Crown Branch is open 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

The Evanston Fire is hosting a MABAS 3 Dive Team drill today, Sept. 19 between 6:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. There will be a large presence of fire vehicles and personnel in the area starting around 6 p.m. Rescue personnel will be launching several rescue boats at the Church St. boat ramp.

Parking update: Lakefront parking has decreased to $1 per hour for the fall/winter season.

🚨 Lockdown at Oakton School 🚨 THIS IS NOT AN ACTIVE SHOOTER... We want to inform the community that Oakton School is currently on lockdown due to reports of a person with a gun in the area. No shots have been fired, and there are no injuries. The armed individual has left the