Equity and Empowerment Commission Meeting 6-18-2026

The City of Evanston's Equity and Empowerment Commission held a meeting on June 18, 2026, focusing primarily on community engagement and policy discussions rather than direct procurement activities. Key topics included a detailed review and feedback session on the Lakefront Protection Ordinance aimed at preserving public access and ecological health of the lakefront, with discussions on inclusivity, accessibility, and environmental justice. The commission also discussed updates on a waste transfer station community meeting, including efforts to improve environmental conditions and accountability measures. Additionally, the commission reviewed survey results related to equity and empowerment, planned outreach efforts to increase community participation, and discussed recruitment strategies to fill vacancies on the commission. Training opportunities through the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) were also highlighted. No contract awards, RFPs, or procurement decisions were reported during this meeting.