2017 Evanston Municipal Election Guide
In 2017, Evanston is electing its local government, through a Primary Election on February 28th and a General Election on April 4th. Use this guide to learn more about the upcoming elections and how you can participate.
About Evanston City Government
City Council
The City Council of Evanston is comprised of the Mayor, City Clerk, and nine Aldermen. Each Alderman represents one of Evanston’s nine wards. The mayor, city clerk, and aldermen each serve four-year terms.
Why Do Local Elections Matter to NU Students?
There are many issues that the Evanston Mayor and City Council work on that directly impact the lives of Northwestern students, including affordable housing and the cost of living (especially off campus), city infrastructure (such as bike lanes and street lights), community police relations, business and economic development (such as the expansion of downtown or the approval of liquor licenses), issues of racial and socioeconomic equity, and environmental sustainability. Evanston’s Mayor and City Council members serve four-year terms, so the decision makers you elect now will be in office throughout your time at NU.
Learn more about the candidates for each office and where they stand on the issues.