📅 The Batavia City Council meets Monday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. at City Hall (100 N. Island Ave).
On the agenda:
✨ Proclamations celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month
👏 Staff recognitions
👮 Police Pension Board & Plan Commission/Zoning Board appointments
⚡ Approval of EV charging station rates
🚧 Update on the Wastewater Treatment Plant project
🏙️ Update from Batavia MainStreet
The meeting is open to the public. For a complete agenda, visit: bataviail.gov/AgendaCenter
According to the 2023 Census, over 8% of Batavia residents identify as Hispanic or Latino. Their contributions enrich our city’s cultural, civic, educational, and economic vitality.
Batavia is proud to be home to several Hispanic-owned and operated businesses that fuel growth, innovation, and vibrancy in our community. Through dedication to family, hard work, faith, entrepreneurship, and service, Hispanic and Latino residents strengthen the very fabric of our city.
This month, and always, we join the national celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month to honor the invaluable contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to our shared history and future.
No More Sticky Notes: A Smarter Way to Master Passwords
Seniors looking to simplify their digital lives can attend “No More Sticky Notes: Mastering Passwords the Easy Way” on Friday, Sept. 12, at 1:30 p.m. at the Batavia Public Library. Led by Tony LaPalio, founder of Senior Tech Support, the free program covers password managers, two-factor authentication, and tips to avoid scams like phishing. Sponsored by the City of Batavia and the library, the session will help participants build strong, secure passwords and gain confidence online. Registration is required at bataviapubliclibrary.org or by calling 630-879-1393. Space is limited.
The City of Batavia is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the City Council in the 7th Ward. The position is to serve the unexpired term of Sarah Volgelsinger, which runs through 2029. The deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 19, 5 p.m.
Applicants must be Batavia residents currently living in the 7th Ward.
Visit to ward map for the ward boundaries: https://cobil.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Viewer/index.html?appid=4f4bb31047f34228b67887e4f0da9113
Apply here: https://www.bataviail.gov/forms/application-for-city-of-batavia-council-board-commission-members
Batavia High School will host its annual Homecoming Parade on Wednesday, Sept. 10. The parade will follow the same route as 2024, which reduces the need for downtown road closures. Spectators are welcome to watch along sidewalks and grassy areas.
Traffic impacts:
Temporary closures will affect W. Wilson Street and Main Street west of Route 31 (Batavia Avenue).
All intersecting roads will be impacted.
Detours will be in place via McKee Street or Fabyan Parkway to the north and Route 56 in North Aurora to the south. Drivers traveling from downtown to Randall Road should use McKee or Fabyan.
Parade schedule and route:
Staging: 4–4:45 p.m., Batavia High School Wilson Street parking lot
Step-off: 5 p.m.
Route: East on Wilson to South on Lincoln to West on Main to return to Batavia High School (Main Street lot).
The parade is expected to last about one hour, with all roads reopened by 6:15 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead to avoid delays.
The Batavia City Council Committee of the Whole meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9. Agenda items include zoning map amendments, discussion on public EV charger rates, and the presentation of the 2026 City Budget. The meeting at 100 N. Island Ave. is open to the public. For a complete agenda visit: bataviail.gov/AgendaCenter.
City Council Vacancy – 7th Ward
The City of Batavia is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the City Council in the 7th Ward. The position is to serve the unexpired term of Sarah Volgelsinger, which runs through 2029. The deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 19, 5 p.m.
Applicants must be Batavia residents currently living in the 7th Ward.
Visit to ward map for the ward boundaries: https://cobil.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Viewer/index.html?appid=4f4bb31047f34228b67887e4f0da9113
Apply here: https://www.bataviail.gov/forms/application-for-city-of-batavia-council-board-commission-members
Agenda items include approval of the Batavia Municipal Energy Policy, dissolving the TIF 1 fund, and authorization to execute a service agreement with a data center developer.
Council will also hear a presentation from the Batavia Active Transportation Advisory Commission, and proclamations for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month,.
Friendly reminder: The Labor Day holiday Monday means refuse and recycling collection is delayed by one day. Visit bataviail.gov/refusesked.
The regular meeting of the Batavia City Council will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2.
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
