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Clare Kelly Launches Evanston Legacy Business Alliance.

Nov 25, 2024

Council Member Clare Kelly has championed small and local businesses during her term, securing grants, reducing fees, establishing free parking over the holidays, and routinely advocating for businesses in the First Ward. She is proud to have launched the Evanston Legacy Business Alliance.

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  • First Ward Evanston Meeting Jan. 6, 2025
  • Letter to the editor: My concerns with Envision Evanston 2045
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  • Clare Kelly Launches Evanston Legacy Business Alliance.
  • Cafe au Lake: Arrington Lagoon cafe (final name TBD) gets soft launch
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First Ward News

Council backs Kelly amendment to use property tax revenues to support pension payments

Nov 11, 2025

In a 5-4 vote, council members approved Councilmember Clare Kelly’s amendment to remove $3 million from the pension property tax levy and instead use excess reserves, thereby reducing total levy by $3 million.

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Workers’ Retention Ordinance approved after input from NU Dining employees

Feb 25, 2025

Congratulations to NU service workers and UNITE HERE Local 1! Last night the Evanston Workers' Retention Ordinance passed with unanimous support! This ordinance, the first in the State of Illinois, ensures job stability and security for NU service workers by requiring...

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