Community & Economic Development

Applications for Batavia’s GREEN (Grants for Residential Energy Efficiency in Neighborhoods) Program are being accepted April 6 through May 4. Residents can apply online at audits...

As the weather warms up, it’s a great time to take a quick look around your home and catch small issues before they turn into bigger repairs. A few easy things to check: ✔ Gutt...

Curbside residential brush collection is available to residents who pay the $5 monthly leaf and brush fee on their utility bill. The 2026 collection season begins in April, with s...

Knowing what to do in an emergency can make all the difference. Join us for an Emergency & Disaster Preparedness Class and learn practical steps to protect yourself, your family, ...

2025 Accomplishments for the Batavia Strategic Plan (2024-2028) In 2025, Batavia made significant progress on its Strategic Plan, enhancing community infrastructure and services....

The Batavia City Council has approved construction of the River Street Plaza, a new public gathering space designed to enhance downtown activity and create a welcoming place for r...

We’re proud to share that Batavia has been named a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. This recognition reflects our ongoing efforts to ma...

As winter temperatures drop, the risk of frozen pipes increases—especially in unheated or poorly insulated areas like basements, attics, crawl spaces, and exterior walls. A frozen...

The City of Batavia has released its proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Tax Levy, outlining a strategic financial plan designed to maintain and improve high-quality police, fire...

Kane County residents may recycle paint and home coatings, through a new program offering 16 retail drop-off sites in and near the county. The program accepts all types of house ...

Construction of the new Peace Bridge Bike Ramp continues to be on schedule for a spring 2026 grand opening. The final concrete pour is planned for the first week of November. Fini...

Looking for meeting agendas, minutes, ordinances, resolutions, or completed FOIA requests? Use these quick links: Past Meetings (2012–present): bataviail.gov/laserfiche ...

Throughout the year, during official recognition weeks, we’ve highlighted the outstanding accomplishments of City of Batavia staff. Thanks to their dedication and hard work, it’s ...

The City of Batavia recently approved a Master Services Agreement with Batavia DC Corporation for a proposed data center. City staff has compiled a list of questions and answers t...

Join City of Batavia Environmental Commission members Barb McKittrick and Nikki Matthiscyk for a hands-on morning of learning and volunteering at Les Arends Forest Preserve in Bat...

As Batavia continues to recover from the June 8 microburst, we’re sharing a first look at the impact and ongoing cleanup efforts. From fallen trees to power outages, this storm hi...

The City of Batavia has contracted The Brattle Group to conduct a comprehensive electric utility planning study to ensure our energy system remains reliable, affordable, and align...