A few more snow reminders from our friends at saltsmart.org.
The Batavia City Council Committee of the Whole meets Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 7 p.m. Agenda items include several 2025 tax levy ordinances, a resolution approving a lease with Albright Community Theatre, and more. Immediately before that meeting, at 6 p.m., the City will host a public meeting on its preliminary Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), a long-term strategy for reliable and affordable electric service.
The IRP is open for public comment through Dec. 30, 2025. Learn more at bataviail.gov/electricstudy.
The IRP is open for public comment through Dec. 30, 2025. Learn more at bataviail.gov/electricstudy.
As we work together to keep Batavia safe and accessible this winter, we appreciate your help keeping an eye out for a few common snow-related issues. If you notice any potential violations, please report them to the City of Batavia Community Development Department at 630-454-2700 or visit https://www.bataviail.gov/o/ed/page/code-compliance to email staff.
Things to watch for include:
• Snow placed in handicapped parking stalls, on sidewalks, or on ramps
• Snow piled around fire hydrants
• Snow pushed onto City rights-of-way, sidewalks, or alleys
• Snow piled too high at intersections, blocking visibility for drivers
Your cooperation helps keep our community safe for everyone—thank you, Batavia!
Things to watch for include:
• Snow placed in handicapped parking stalls, on sidewalks, or on ramps
• Snow piled around fire hydrants
• Snow pushed onto City rights-of-way, sidewalks, or alleys
• Snow piled too high at intersections, blocking visibility for drivers
Your cooperation helps keep our community safe for everyone—thank you, Batavia!
🚨 Heads Up, Batavia! AI-Generated Scams Are on the Rise
Scammers are now using artificial intelligence to create extremely convincing messages, emails, and even voice calls that sound like someone you know. These scams can mimic:
• Family members asking for urgent help
• Banks or delivery services requesting account info
• Employers or coworkers “needing” quick assistance
• Police, government agencies, or utility companies demanding payment
AI makes these scams look and sound shockingly real, so even cautious people can be caught off-guard.
Here’s how to protect yourself:
🔍 Pause before responding. If something feels rushed or unusual, take a moment to verify.
📞 Call the person or business directly using a trusted number—not the one that contacted you.
💬 Be skeptical of urgent requests, especially for money, gift cards, wire transfers, or personal information.
🔗 Avoid clicking unexpected links or attachments. They may lead to fake websites designed to steal your information.
🔒 Enable two-factor authentication on important accounts whenever possible.
If you believe you’ve been targeted by a scam, or if something doesn’t feel quite right, reach out to the Batavia Police Department. We’re here to help keep you safe.
Stay alert, Batavia—and share this to help protect your friends and family!
Scammers are now using artificial intelligence to create extremely convincing messages, emails, and even voice calls that sound like someone you know. These scams can mimic:
• Family members asking for urgent help
• Banks or delivery services requesting account info
• Employers or coworkers “needing” quick assistance
• Police, government agencies, or utility companies demanding payment
AI makes these scams look and sound shockingly real, so even cautious people can be caught off-guard.
Here’s how to protect yourself:
🔍 Pause before responding. If something feels rushed or unusual, take a moment to verify.
📞 Call the person or business directly using a trusted number—not the one that contacted you.
💬 Be skeptical of urgent requests, especially for money, gift cards, wire transfers, or personal information.
🔗 Avoid clicking unexpected links or attachments. They may lead to fake websites designed to steal your information.
🔒 Enable two-factor authentication on important accounts whenever possible.
If you believe you’ve been targeted by a scam, or if something doesn’t feel quite right, reach out to the Batavia Police Department. We’re here to help keep you safe.
Stay alert, Batavia—and share this to help protect your friends and family!
🍁❄️ If we could control the weather, we'd schedule 55° and sunny until every last leaf was collected… but Mother Nature had other plans.
The third leaf pickup — Nov. 17 on the east side of the River and Nov. 24 on the west side — is always weather dependent. This fall, leaves hung on longer than usual due to the warm temperatures, and then winter arrived practically overnight. Crews did complete the Nov. 17 pickup on the east side, but the sudden snow and freezing temps halted progress on the west side. Some of the same equipment used for leaf collection is also required for snow operations, which forced an early transition to winter work.
To help manage the late-falling leaves, residents can take advantage of free bagged leaf pickup throughout the month of December — no stickers required.
We appreciate your patience as we navigate whatever mood the Illinois weather decides to be in next. 🌦️
The third leaf pickup — Nov. 17 on the east side of the River and Nov. 24 on the west side — is always weather dependent. This fall, leaves hung on longer than usual due to the warm temperatures, and then winter arrived practically overnight. Crews did complete the Nov. 17 pickup on the east side, but the sudden snow and freezing temps halted progress on the west side. Some of the same equipment used for leaf collection is also required for snow operations, which forced an early transition to winter work.
To help manage the late-falling leaves, residents can take advantage of free bagged leaf pickup throughout the month of December — no stickers required.
We appreciate your patience as we navigate whatever mood the Illinois weather decides to be in next. 🌦️
🚨 Final Brush Collection of the Year 🚨
Brush collection, delayed due to snow, will begin this Wednesday, December 3.
If your brush pile is currently covered by snow, please clear as much snow as possible so crews can easily see and collect it. 🌲❄️
Piles that remain hidden under snow will be picked up in April when brush collection resumes.
For full program details and guidelines, visit bataviail.gov/brushcollection.
Brush collection, delayed due to snow, will begin this Wednesday, December 3.
If your brush pile is currently covered by snow, please clear as much snow as possible so crews can easily see and collect it. 🌲❄️
Piles that remain hidden under snow will be picked up in April when brush collection resumes.
For full program details and guidelines, visit bataviail.gov/brushcollection.
❄️ Winter is here — and Public Works is ready.
During a snowstorm, crews focus first on primary streets to keep major routes safe and passable. We try our best to get through every street once during the storm, but when snowfall is heavy, that’s not always possible. Once primary streets are cleared to bare pavement, crews then move to secondary streets and continue working until the full network is plowed.
The Batavia Street Division maintains 117 miles of streets, 168 cul-de-sacs, 14 public parking lots, two cemeteries, and select downtown sidewalks throughout the snow season. Crews respond day or night based on storm conditions to keep the community safe.
A few quick reminders to help snow removal go smoothly:
🚫 Parking is not allowed on streets when snowfall is 2 inches or more
🚫 Do not shovel or blow snow into the street
🚶♂️ Keep sidewalks, driveways, and mailboxes clear when possible
🗑️ Place refuse and recycling carts off the road on collection days
⚠️ Never attempt to pass an active snowplow
ℹ️ For full details on snow operations, street-clearing priorities, mailbox policies, parkway repairs, safety tips, and more, visit bataviail.gov/snowremoval
Thank you for helping keep our community safe this winter. ❄️🚛
During a snowstorm, crews focus first on primary streets to keep major routes safe and passable. We try our best to get through every street once during the storm, but when snowfall is heavy, that’s not always possible. Once primary streets are cleared to bare pavement, crews then move to secondary streets and continue working until the full network is plowed.
The Batavia Street Division maintains 117 miles of streets, 168 cul-de-sacs, 14 public parking lots, two cemeteries, and select downtown sidewalks throughout the snow season. Crews respond day or night based on storm conditions to keep the community safe.
A few quick reminders to help snow removal go smoothly:
🚫 Parking is not allowed on streets when snowfall is 2 inches or more
🚫 Do not shovel or blow snow into the street
🚶♂️ Keep sidewalks, driveways, and mailboxes clear when possible
🗑️ Place refuse and recycling carts off the road on collection days
⚠️ Never attempt to pass an active snowplow
ℹ️ For full details on snow operations, street-clearing priorities, mailbox policies, parkway repairs, safety tips, and more, visit bataviail.gov/snowremoval
Thank you for helping keep our community safe this winter. ❄️🚛
The regular meeting of the Batavia City Council will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1 in the City Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Ave.
Agenda items include:
• Chimney demolition
• Video gaming permit request
• Purchase of a cardiac monitor/defibrillator
• Updates to the Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan
• Presentation from the Batavia Active Transportation Advisory Commission
… and more.
Residents are encouraged to attend or watch on https://www.youtube.com/user/BATV1017.
View the full agenda at bataviail.gov/AgendaCenter.
Agenda items include:
• Chimney demolition
• Video gaming permit request
• Purchase of a cardiac monitor/defibrillator
• Updates to the Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan
• Presentation from the Batavia Active Transportation Advisory Commission
… and more.
Residents are encouraged to attend or watch on https://www.youtube.com/user/BATV1017.
View the full agenda at bataviail.gov/AgendaCenter.
🔥🦃 Don’t Let Your Feast Go Up in Flames! 🦃🔥
Thanksgiving is a day for food, family, and gratitude — but it’s also the leading day of the year for home cooking fires. The U.S. Fire Administration reports that home fires on Thanksgiving are more than double those on an average day.
Before you turn on the oven, take a few simple steps to keep your home and family safe:
🥘 Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stovetop, and check on the turkey frequently.
↔ Keep kids and pets at least 3 feet away from hot surfaces.
🍗 Use turkey fryers outdoors only—on a flat surface, away from your home, porch, or garage.
✋ Keep cords, matches, and lighters out of reach of children.
🕯 Never leave candles unattended.
🚨 Test smoke alarms before the big day.
📞 If a fire starts, call 911 first—then use a fire extinguisher only if the fire is small and contained.
Take time to cook carefully so your holiday stays happy, safe, and fire-free.
Thanksgiving is a day for food, family, and gratitude — but it’s also the leading day of the year for home cooking fires. The U.S. Fire Administration reports that home fires on Thanksgiving are more than double those on an average day.
Before you turn on the oven, take a few simple steps to keep your home and family safe:
🥘 Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stovetop, and check on the turkey frequently.
↔ Keep kids and pets at least 3 feet away from hot surfaces.
🍗 Use turkey fryers outdoors only—on a flat surface, away from your home, porch, or garage.
✋ Keep cords, matches, and lighters out of reach of children.
🕯 Never leave candles unattended.
🚨 Test smoke alarms before the big day.
📞 If a fire starts, call 911 first—then use a fire extinguisher only if the fire is small and contained.
Take time to cook carefully so your holiday stays happy, safe, and fire-free.
🐾❄️ Keep Your Pets Safe This Winter! ❄️🐾
If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for them! As temperatures drop, make sure your furry friends stay warm, dry, and protected from the elements.
Check out our graphic for winter pet safety tips—including how long it’s safe for pets to be outside, protecting paws from salt and ice, and recognizing signs of cold stress.
Let’s keep every member of the family safe this winter—including the four-legged ones! 🐶🐱
If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for them! As temperatures drop, make sure your furry friends stay warm, dry, and protected from the elements.
Check out our graphic for winter pet safety tips—including how long it’s safe for pets to be outside, protecting paws from salt and ice, and recognizing signs of cold stress.
Let’s keep every member of the family safe this winter—including the four-legged ones! 🐶🐱
🚧 Sanitary Repair Alert 🚧
Emergency sanitary repair on the 400 block of McKee today. Flaggers will be present starting at 7 AM. Avoid area if possible.
Emergency sanitary repair on the 400 block of McKee today. Flaggers will be present starting at 7 AM. Avoid area if possible.
🥶 Dress Smart. Stay Warm. Stay Safe. ❄️
Cold weather is here—and with it comes the risk of frostbite and hypothermia. Layer up before heading outdoors and know the warning signs of when your body is getting too cold.
Check out these for tips on how to dress for winter weather and what symptoms to watch for to prevent hypothermia.
Cold weather is here—and with it comes the risk of frostbite and hypothermia. Layer up before heading outdoors and know the warning signs of when your body is getting too cold.
Check out these for tips on how to dress for winter weather and what symptoms to watch for to prevent hypothermia.
🍂 Leaf Collection Update
We have completed leaf pickup on the east side for the season. Collection on the west side began today and will likely continue into next week. Once the west side is finished, leaf pickup for the season will be officially complete, and crews will not return afterward. During the month of December, residents may dispose of leaves using yard waste bags, and no stickers are required for those bags to be collected.
We have completed leaf pickup on the east side for the season. Collection on the west side began today and will likely continue into next week. Once the west side is finished, leaf pickup for the season will be officially complete, and crews will not return afterward. During the month of December, residents may dispose of leaves using yard waste bags, and no stickers are required for those bags to be collected.
The City Council Committee of the Whole meets Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Ave.
Agenda items include:
• Public hearing for the 2025 tax levy (for collection in 2026)
• Ordinance to annex properties on Wagner Road
• Park District request for utility reimbursement
• Conditional use permit for video gaming at Gammon Coach House
• Additional discussion items and regular business
The meeting is open to the public and all residents are encouraged to attend or watch online.
See the full agenda at bataviail.gov/AgendaCenter.
Agenda items include:
• Public hearing for the 2025 tax levy (for collection in 2026)
• Ordinance to annex properties on Wagner Road
• Park District request for utility reimbursement
• Conditional use permit for video gaming at Gammon Coach House
• Additional discussion items and regular business
The meeting is open to the public and all residents are encouraged to attend or watch online.
See the full agenda at bataviail.gov/AgendaCenter.
Winter is just around the corner. Are you ready?
Fox & Turkey Run Traffic Alert – Thanksgiving Morning 🦃
The 2025 Fox & Turkey Run takes place Thursday, Nov. 27. Expect increased pedestrian activity and traffic delays on Batavia’s northwest side 6:30–10:00 a.m.
🚧 Road impacts:
Full closure: Houston St between N. Island Ave & Route 31
Temporary interruptions at:
Route 31 @ Houston St
McKee St @ N. Van Nortwick Ave
North Ave @ N. Van Nortwick Ave
North Ave @ Blackhawk Dr
Race begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Batavia Riverwalk and includes a kids 1-mile run and 4-mile family run. This is an open road event — runners will share streets with vehicles. Please drive slowly and follow direction from safety personnel and volunteers.
📍 Full race route: https://thedriven.net/event-registration/site.event_reg/eid/73123236789?
Please plan extra travel time Thanksgiving morning.
Questions? Contact Deputy Chief Mike Johnson — (630) 454-2500.
Throughout the month of November we're sharing winter preparedness tips. Today's winter heating tip: keep flammable itesm at least 3 feet away from heat sources.
Throughout November we are sharing winter preparedness tips. Here's an important warning: Beware of generator use indoors.
🚧 Construction Alert 🚧
Asphalt repairs in the areas of 1400 Main Street, and the 500 through 900 blocks of N. Washington Avenue today. Please be aware of flaggers. Minimal delays are expected.
Thank you for your patience.
Asphalt repairs in the areas of 1400 Main Street, and the 500 through 900 blocks of N. Washington Avenue today. Please be aware of flaggers. Minimal delays are expected.
Thank you for your patience.
🏠❄️ Be Ready Before the Next Winter Storm! ❄️🏠
We’ve already had a taste of winter—and now’s the perfect time to make sure your home is stocked and ready for whatever the season brings.
When snow and ice keep you indoors, having the right supplies on hand can make all the difference. Check out our Home Winter Preparedness Checklist for essential items to keep in your house, including:
We’ve already had a taste of winter—and now’s the perfect time to make sure your home is stocked and ready for whatever the season brings.
When snow and ice keep you indoors, having the right supplies on hand can make all the difference. Check out our Home Winter Preparedness Checklist for essential items to keep in your house, including:
