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Read below for information about the 2023 Budget process, Halloween events and trick-or-treating, leaf blowers, and more!

Plus, get to know this month's Featured Evanstonian, Jenny Valdés Del Valle!

What's in the City's 2023 Proposed Budget?

The City has released its 2023 Proposed Budget, which prioritizes infrastructure investments, climate action and community development. 

Timeline: The spending proposal will be presented to City Council on October 17, kicking off a monthlong public engagement process.

Get involved: Attend an upcoming town hall meeting to learn about and provide feedback on the budget. 

Spooky season is here

A trunk full of fun: Police cars and other City vehicles will "dress up" in costumes for the annual Trunk or Treat event on Fri., Oct. 21 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Children ages birth through 5 are invited to trick-or-treat through the Chandler-Newberger Center parking lot. Register today!

Calling all zombies: Show off your best walking dead impression by volunteering for the Oct. 22 Zombie Scramble! Must be 16 years or older. Makeup and costumes will be provided!

Trick-or-Treat on Central Street: Celebrate Halloween with Central Street Evanston on Sat., Oct. 22. 

The big day: Official City of Evanston trick-or-treat hours are Mon., Oct. 31, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Learn about potential shoreline improvements

Attend a shoreline repair open house on Tues., Oct. 25, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Evanston Public Library.

Fall is here and it's time to clear!

Trees are covered in shades of yellow, orange and red, and the leaves have begun to fall. As a reminder, gas-powered leaf blowers are allowed for use beginning October 15 through December 1 during specified times. 

A few more reminders:

-Gas-powered leaf blowers are prohibited on City holidays.

-Violators are subject to fines. 

-Seasonal restrictions do not apply to electric-powered leaf blowers.

-Gas-powered leaf blowers will be prohibited beginning April 1, 2023.

Welcome home Chief Stewart!

Community members, friends and family of Evanston Police Chief Schenita Stewart packed the City Council Chambers on Monday night for her official swearing-in ceremony. Watch ABC7's coverage of the event.

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