Bliss/Main/Fabyan Intersection Realignment Project

Batavia Mayor Jeff Schielke spoke recently about the Kane County Division of Transportation project to realign the intersection of Bliss Road, Main Street, and Fabyan Parkway. The project will create a roundabout at Main Street. Learn more.

John D. Kennedy Memorial Way dedicated

The City of Batavia has proclaimed south Raddant Road John D. Kennedy Memorial Way, honoring the life of longtime city employee, John Kennedy.

Kennedy began working for the city in 1996 as a public works maintenance worker, holding several positions in the...

City congratulates Officer Emil Jensen on his retirement

Officer Emil Jensen retired from the Batavia Police Department Aug.  2  after 24-plus years of service to the Police Department and the citizens of Batavia. He came to the Department after having served in the U.S. Navy as a medic.&n...

Batavia participates in Cop on a Rooftop

For the 19th year, hundreds of law enforcement officers from throughout the state will stake out Dunkin’ rooftops, including locations at 2002 W. Wilson Street Batavia, IL, and 108 N. Batavia Avenue Batavia, IL to benefit Special Olympics Illino...

Fall Parkway Tree Program is underway

Batavia's 50/50 parkway tree program offers a parkway tree on a cost-sharing basis with residents paying half the tree's cost. This program includes tree, planting, and mulch. There are four species of trees to choose from: Golden Raindr...

Mayor Schielke Weekly Address for Aug. 12, 2022

Batavia Mayor Jeff Schielke talks about a new historical marker project for the downtown Batavia, Batavia High School's upcoming Homecoming festivities, new businesses coming to town, and road construction projects in Kane County.

City of Batavia Newsletter Aug. 12-26

Cop on a Rooftop, Fall Parkway Tree Program, United Way Bat Race, Kane County road project and more in the latest City of Batavia Newsletter.

CMAP releases updated data snapshot for Batavia

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning 2022 Batavia Community Data Snapshot features statistics from several government agencies and includes information on our population, households, employment, transportation, park access, walkability and more.

Slow the Fast Down signs available

The City of Batavia's Slow the Fast Down campaign encourages drivers to drive at a safe, legal speed.

Continuing through Nov. 2, 2022, Slow the Fast Down signs will be available for residents and businesses to post on their property. The signs are...

City of Batavia Weekly Newsletter for July 29-Aug. 5 2022

Kane County Sheriff's Office invites residents the National Night Out event. Plus, brush collection, lawn watering, and strategic plan updates.

Sidewalk program updates

Find out if the sidewalks in your neighborhood are on the repair or replacement list and discover how sidewalks qualify for maintenance. Also, learn how you can sign up to receive updates on the sidewalk program.

Strategic Action Plan updates for Q2

Quarterly update on Batavia’s Strategic plan

 Batavia City Administrator Laura Newman presented a strategic action plan update to the Batavia City Council recently.

Updates for 2022’s second quarter included progress toward the ...

Mosquito abatement has begun

Learn about the City's mosquito abatement program and get answers to frequently asked questions about mosquito spraying at cityofbatavia.net/mosquitos.

Sign up for notifications about spraying in your area through the Clarke Portal.

When can you water your lawn?

Outdoor water use restrictions apply to all properties connected to the city water system.  Watering is permitted between the following hours subject to the odd / even address rule:

• 6 a.m. - 9 a.m.
• 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Even-numbered street addre...

It's repair season for streets and sidewalks

Check out the City of Batavia 2022 Capital Improvement Projects map to find out where the latest street, sidewalk and other projects are underway.

How to safely dispose of unwanted items