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Council backs AARP grant to buy decorative bike racks downtown
Summary
The council approved a resolution to apply for a $15,000 AARP Community Challenge grant to purchase 4–6 decorative, western‑themed bike racks for downtown and nearby recreation sites, with the city committing about $2,000 for shipping and Parks & Recreation agreeing to buy one rack.
The Evanston City Council approved Resolution 2608 supporting a city application to the AARP Community Challenge grant program to purchase decorative bicycle racks intended to enliven downtown public spaces and nearby recreational sites.
Staff said the project would place 4–6 western-themed racks at downtown locations and sites such as the Bear River Greenway and Overthrust ball fields and skatepark. The total project cost was estimated at $17,000–$18,000, with the city requesting the maximum $15,000 from AARP and offering approximately $2,000 toward shipping. Evanston Parks and Recreation committed to purchase one rack for a recreational area.
The council approved the resolution by voice vote and staff will file the grant application before the March 4 deadline. If awarded, notification would come in May and the project must be completed by Dec. 15 of the award year.
