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Batavia Recent News
Read recent news releases, project updates, and community information.
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MainStreet's Boardwalk Shops open May 12
The popular Batavia Boardwalk Shops will open their 2023 season May 12 with nine new vendors and one pop-up shop space. Check out the complete lineup. Additional Info... -
Mayor Schielke Weekly Address March 20, 2022
Batavia Mayor Jeff Schielke's weekly message includes condolences to the family of former Batavia firefighter Greg Bradley. Additional Info... -
Early Voting at Batavia City Hall for Kane County Residents
Registered voters from anywhere in Kane County may cast their votes at the Batavia City Hall, City Council Chambers weekdays from 9 a.. to 3:30 p.m. March 20, through March 30, at 100 N. Island Ave., south entrance (under the City Council awning.) Read on... -
Water testing for PFAS in advance of EPA new standards
The EPA has announced a new proposal to establish national standards for PFAS in drinking water. In anticipation of the EPA’s announcement, the City of Batavia conducted water testing for 29 different PFAS substances. Read on... -
BATAVIA CITY COUNCIL APPROVES UPDATED BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN PLAN
The 2023 Bike and Pedestrian Plan creates a path to planning an efficient, comprehensive, and connected network of roadways. Read on... -
Batavia city clerk and city treasurer referendums explained
The City of Batavia has placed two referendums on the ballot for the Consolidated Election on April 4, asking voters if the city clerk and the city treasurer should become appointed and not elected positions. Read on... -
We're hiring seasonal workers
Looking for summer work? Our Street Division and Public Properties and Services Division is hiring public works seasonal staff. Apply today! Additional Info... -
Call for cemetery sculpture proposals
The City of Batavia is seeking a sculpture to adorn the new columbarium at Batavia's west cemetery. Read on... -
FAQs about Batavia's upcoming single-use bag fees
Batavia City Council approved an ordinance implementing a retail single-use bag fee, beginning July 1, 2023. Find out what the fees is, what bags are included, and other details. Additional Info... -
2023 Water & Sewer Rate Increase Explained
Batavia utility customers will see an increase in their water and sewer rates beginning with their January 2023 bills. The rate increase is to fund multimillion-dollar capital improvement projects, as well as to recover the cost of daily operations. Read on... -
Heat complaints
The City of Batavia follows the International Property Maintenance Code which orders every owner and operator of any building that rents dwellings – from rooms to houses, must furnish heat, no less than 68 degrees, to its occupants from Oct. 15-May 15. Read on... -
City Hall Renovations and Recycling Drop off changes
The recycling bins for lightbulbs and batteries, along with pop tops, eyeglasses and masks donation boxes will not longer be available at the Batavia Municipal Government Center due to ongoing construction. Read on...
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