Alternate Universe in North Evanston?

Submitted by jeffpsmith on Mon, 02/11/2008 - 11:18
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This picture, allegedly of Harrison St. looking east from Hartrey, was submitted to us by a member who claims that at one time, this region had streets with visible asphalt, trees full of leaves, an outside air temperature fit for human life, and a large yellow disc in the sky that provided warmth and light. We at CSNA think this member must have spent too much time at a Schaefer's wine tasting, because here on Planet Frozenslush it is hard to imagine anything ever existing besides shades of gray, from ground to sky.

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Summary of Central Street Plan Zoning Ordinances

Submitted by jeffpsmith on Mon, 02/11/2008 - 11:10

On January 28, 2008, the City Council unanimously passed two ordinances, 5-O-08 and 6-O-08, that, combined, change zoning in the 2-mile long "Central Street Corridor." Zoning is the City law that determines what can be built where. The passage of these important ordinances was the largest change ever applied to so long an expanse along a single thoroughfare in Evanston, and was the culmination of over a year of visioning, planning, hearings, and negotiation,

Chase Bank Parking Lot Circa 1970

Submitted by Jim Hughes on Thu, 02/07/2008 - 17:54
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This antique store was located in the 1900 block of Central Street, just south of the alley next to the current Hog Eye Music. The store building no longer exists; the site is now the landscaped northwest corner of the Chase Bank parking lot. This picture was taken from in front of what is now Prairie Joe's.

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4th of July Parade Circa 1950

Submitted by Jim Hughes on Thu, 02/07/2008 - 17:48
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Looking East on Central from the CNW tracks. The parade is just starting.

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Jordan's Snack Bar Circa 1970

Submitted by Jim Hughes on Thu, 02/07/2008 - 17:46
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Now it's Prarie Joe's. Next door is Tony's Barber Shop

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Stadium Theatre 1950

Submitted by Jim Hughes on Thu, 02/07/2008 - 17:43
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711 Ocean Drive with Edmund O'Brien is playing at the Stadium. It's the summer of 1950.

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Evanston Theater Marquee Circa 2000-2005

Submitted by Jim Hughes on Thu, 02/07/2008 - 17:41
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The "Evanston" logo disappeared sometime during the demolition process and must be a coveted possession in some local basement or frat rec room.

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North Branch Library Circa 1955 #2

Submitted by Jim Hughes on Thu, 02/07/2008 - 17:34
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Students gather at the checkout desk.

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Other Groups

Submitted by Jim Hughes on Wed, 01/30/2008 - 19:23

Many groups have formed to address neighborhood and Evanston-wide issues. Click the name of any group to find out what is new in the other neighborhoods of Evanston:

Council Approves Master Plan Zoning for Central Street

Submitted by Jim Hughes on Wed, 01/30/2008 - 12:30

By a vote of 9-0 the City Council approved all the proposed zoning changes resulting from the Master Plan implementation process. Jeff Smith, President of CSNA, read a statement at the Council meeting Monday 1/28 immediately prior to the vote. In his statement Jeff thanked the city staff, the commission members and the council for a successful process. "In a time of cynicism, it's been an uplifting and invigorating process and it shows that citizens can make a difference"

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