NEWS RELEASE:
Batavia Police Investigate Stolen Vehicle and Car Burglaries
BATAVIA, IL -- On Thursday, August 21, 2025, at approximately 3:37 AM, Batavia Police responded to a report of a motor vehicle theft in the 2400 block of Bird Lane. The victim reported their white 2024 Toyota Highlander stolen from their driveway. The resident’s surveillance video indicates the vehicle was taken at approximately 2:11 AM. The suspects arrived in a small, white SUV. Police checked the area but were unable to locate the vehicle or any suspects. Police were subsequently notified of car burglaries in the area located in the 2500 block of Bird Lane and the 800 block of Twin Elms Lane.
All of these incidents, which occurred in the Tanglewood subdivision, are likely connected. There is no evidence of forced entry to the vehicles that were burglarized. Batavia Police are actively developing and following leads and working with other law enforcement agencies. Other nearby jurisdictions have taken reports of similar types of car burglaries.
Residents are reminded to lock their vehicles and not to leave any valuables or keys in them. Anyone with information on these incidents is asked to contact the Batavia Police Department Investigations Division at 630-454-2500.
The City of Batavia is accepting 2025 Parkway Tree Requests.
Thanks to funding from the Non-Reusable Bag Fee, residents can purchase a high-quality, locally grown tree at a discounted rate — planting and mulch included!
Key details:
🌿One tree per address, due to high demand.
🌿Species selected to thrive in Batavia parkways.
🌿City will ensure proper spacing and utility clearance.
Submit your request online or by mail. Eligible residents will receive confirmation with their assigned species.
🌿 View available trees and request a parkway tree at bataviail.gov/parkwaytrees.
Enjoy live music by the river this fall!
📅 Sunday, Sept. 7 • 3–4 PM
📅 Sunday, Oct. 5 • 3–4 PM
📍 Peg Bond Center, Batavia Riverwalk
(Rain location: Batavia City Hall Council Chambers)
Bring a chair, blanket, or just sit on the grass and enjoy marches, Broadway tunes, and a touch of patriotic music—perfect for all ages!
The concerts are free, and donations to support new music are always welcome. 🎺 Directed by John Heath.
More info: bataviacommunityband@gmail.com
bataviail.gov/page/batavia-community-band
The Batavia City Council will meet in City Council Chambers (100 N. Island Ave.). Agenda highlights include:
• ⚡ Approval of the Municipal Electric Utility Energy Policy
• 👮 Oath of office for Officer Meghan Gregory
• 🏭 Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Project update
• 🏘️ Batavia MainStreet update
Full agenda here: https://bataviail.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingTypeList.aspx
We’re happy to share that Main Street between VanNortwick Avenue and Feece Drive is now open to traffic following emergency water main repairs.
✅ Thank you for your patience and cooperation while crews completed this important work.
📍 Temporary signage will be removed over the weekend.
Drive safely and have a great day, Batavia! 👷♂️💧
Starting Wednesday, July 30, a section of the Fox River Trail will be closed for sewer work—from Water and Main streets (north) to Union Street and Pamarco Drive (south).
🚴♀️ Trail users: Please follow posted detour signs to navigate safely around the closure.
📅 Work is expected to be completed by August 8.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
🕖 7 p.m. | Tuesday, July 29
📍 City Council Chambers, 100 N. Island Ave.
Agenda highlights include:
• Additional costs for Wastewater Treatment Facility improvements
• Environmental study on south Batavia Ave. properties
• Discussion on the City’s energy policy
• Council committee structure
• Project status updates
The meeting is open to the public. View the full agenda here at our new agenda center! 👉 https://bataviail.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=104
🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚧
UPDATE: Main Street will remain closed between VanNortwick Street and Feece Drive for emergency watermain repairs for at least one more day .
🔹 Main Street traffic will be detoured to Wilson Street.
🔹 Please follow posted detour signs to safely navigate the area.
🔹 Repairs are expected to take two days, with steel plates temporarily covering the site once work is complete.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while crews complete this critical work.
Join Batavia United Way for the 2025 Community Dinner Table — Sunday, Sept. 7 at 4PM in downtown Batavia!
🍗 Enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired feast featuring local favorites: oven-roasted Greek chicken, roasted potatoes, refreshing salads, and Portillo’s famous chocolate cake 🍰—all while supporting a great cause.
🥂 Your $65 ticket includes:
🍋 Lemonade from Raising Cane’s
🍻 Craft brews from Sturdy Shelter
🍹 A specialty cocktail from Whiskey Acres
🍒 Fruited Berliner Weisse from Energy City Brewing
All beverages are generously donated by United Way's amazing partners.
🎟️ Seating is limited and this event will sell out—grab your tickets now:
👉 bataviaunitedway.org/community-dinner-table
Let’s share a meal, support small businesses, and come together for community and connection. 💛
(Photo credit: Katie O'Brien Photography)
Street and sidewalk improvements are underway! Here’s what to expect:
✅ Signage & Saw Cutting: Work zones marked and prepped
✅ Curb & Sidewalk Replacement: Damaged sections removed/replaced (look for arrows or Xs)
✅ Milling & Paving: Top layer of asphalt removed and resurfaced — drive under 5 MPH near “FRESH OIL” signs
✅ Driveway Aprons: Patched if affected
✅ Parkway Restoration: Topsoil and seed applied
✅ Final Pavement Marking
🚗 Driveway access may be restricted for up to 14 days — watch for a door hanger. On-street parking will be limited during resurfacing.
📍 Visit bataviail.gov/street-resurfacing for maps and full details.
Questions? Call Public Works: 630-454-2750
Thanks for your patience as we improve your streets!
From June 20–July 7, the Batavia Police Department joined more than 200 agencies across Illinois in a statewide traffic safety campaign aimed at preventing impaired driving and promoting seat belt use during the Fourth of July holiday.
👮 During the campaign, Batavia officers:
• Conducted 57 traffic stops
• Issued 56 citations, including:
• 37 for speeding
• 1 for distracted driving
• 18 for other violations
• Made 3 arrests, including:
• 1 DUI (alcohol)
• 1 DUI (drugs)
• 1 for driving without a valid license
These results underscore our commitment to keeping Batavia’s roads safe through proactive enforcement and public education.
This effort was part of the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High Get a DUI,” and “Click It or Ticket” initiatives, funded by federal traffic safety grants through @IDOTIllinois.
Learn more about safe driving at ItsNotaGameIllinois.com 🚦
