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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

City manager Wally Bobkiewicz speaks at a meeting. Bobkiewicz said the existing water contract with Skokie will be extended four months as a new contract is being negotiated.

City approves extension of Skokie water deal until new agreement is reached

February 28, 2017

The existing contract that allows Evanston to sell water to Skokie will be extended for four months as negotiations on a new contract continue, City Council decided Monday. Aldermen on the Administration...

The Evanston Water Plant is the center of the citys water system, which feeds to Evanston and Skokie pipes. City officials gave a presentation on the status of the citys water and sewage systems at the council meeting Monday.

City foresees completion of water contracts with Morton Grove, Niles

September 20, 2016

The city will likely finalize plans to sell water to Morton Grove and Niles by the end of the year, Evanston city manager Wally Bobkiewicz said Monday. The deal, which has been in the works for several...

Local governments approve Evanston to supply Des Plaines with water

October 7, 2014

Four village boards voted Monday night to approve an agreement for Evanston to supply Des Plaines with up to 5 million gallons of potable water a day starting in 2015. The Illinois village boards of...

Evanston water lab receives perfect scores in state inspection

Evanston water lab receives perfect scores in state inspection

April 3, 2013

Evanston's water quality laboratory has received perfect scores from the Illinois Department of Public Health for its fourth check-up in a row. The lab achieved a score of zero deviations after state...

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