Divvy Bikes

Council narrowly votes to purchase new Divvy stations

October 1, 2018

With a rare tie-breaking vote from the mayor, City Council earlier this month barely passed a measure approving the purchase of three new Divvy bike stations in Evanston. The council voted 5-4 — with...

Holtzman: Evanston should invest in dockless bike-share, ditch Divvy

January 28, 2018

Evanston’s relationship with bikes is constantly evolving. Last week, the Evanston renewed a 12-month contract with Divvy Bikes, which launched 10 Evanston stations in late 2016. During the next year,...

Aldermen approve 2017 budget with Harley Clarke Mansion funding

December 7, 2016

After debate over further funding for improvements to the Harley Clarke Mansion, aldermen unanimously approved the 2017 proposed budget last week. The $304 million budget includes a 2.4 percent property...

City launches new safety campaign, signage program to promote traffic safety

August 29, 2016

Evanston launched a back-to-school crosswalk safety campaign and bicycle signage program earlier this month to improve pedestrian awareness and communication among roadway users. The two programs are...

Joji Syed, Christina Cilento launch campaigns for Northwestern’s ASG president

March 29, 2016

Weinberg junior Joji Syed and SESP junior Christina Cilento announced their bids to run for Associated Student Government president Tuesday night, beginning their nine-day campaigns. Weinberg sophomore...

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