🚧 Downtown Sidewalk Improvements Begin Sept. 29 🚧
Starting Monday, Sept. 29 (weather permitting), crews will be replacing brick pavers with new concrete sidewalks in two areas of Downtown Batavia:
1️⃣ Fox River Path – From the Wilson Street Bridge south to the pedestrian bridge to Clark Island.
• Work expected to take five days.
• Closures: City parking lot along east side of Shumway Ave. + both pedestrian bridges on west side of Clark Island.
2️⃣ East Side of Route 31/Batavia Ave. – From Houston St. south to Wilson St.
• Work expected to take five days.
• Temporary lane closures will occur along Route 31.
✅ All businesses along these routes will remain open for normal operation.
Thank you for your patience as we continue investing in safe, accessible sidewalks for our community. 💛👟
Starting Monday, Sept. 29 (weather permitting), crews will be replacing brick pavers with new concrete sidewalks in two areas of Downtown Batavia:
1️⃣ Fox River Path – From the Wilson Street Bridge south to the pedestrian bridge to Clark Island.
• Work expected to take five days.
• Closures: City parking lot along east side of Shumway Ave. + both pedestrian bridges on west side of Clark Island.
2️⃣ East Side of Route 31/Batavia Ave. – From Houston St. south to Wilson St.
• Work expected to take five days.
• Temporary lane closures will occur along Route 31.
✅ All businesses along these routes will remain open for normal operation.
Thank you for your patience as we continue investing in safe, accessible sidewalks for our community. 💛👟
💰📊 This week is Finance Week (Sept. 22–26), and the City of Batavia proudly honors our Finance Department staff!
From managing the City’s budget and payroll to utility billing and financial reporting, their work ensures our community’s resources are used efficiently and effectively.
👏 Thank you to our Finance team for your dedication and service to Batavia!
From managing the City’s budget and payroll to utility billing and financial reporting, their work ensures our community’s resources are used efficiently and effectively.
👏 Thank you to our Finance team for your dedication and service to Batavia!
💰📊 This week is Finance Week (Sept. 22–26), and the City of Batavia proudly honors our Finance Department staff!
From managing the City’s budget and payroll to utility billing and financial reporting, their work ensures our community’s resources are used efficiently and effectively.
👏 Thank you to our Finance team for your dedication and service to Batavia!
From managing the City’s budget and payroll to utility billing and financial reporting, their work ensures our community’s resources are used efficiently and effectively.
👏 Thank you to our Finance team for your dedication and service to Batavia!
🚰 The City of Batavia will begin citywide hydrant flushing from Sept. 22 – Oct. 17, 2025, weekdays between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Crews will work west to east, with signage posted in neighborhoods ahead of time. This routine maintenance helps ensure water quality and system reliability.
💰📊 It’s Finance Week (Sept. 22–26), and we’re recognizing the hardworking staff of the City of Batavia Finance Department!
The department is made up of two divisions:
📌 Finance & Accounting
This division manages the collection, monitoring, and disbursement of City funds. Their responsibilities include:
Compiling the City’s budget
Coordinating the annual audit & creating audited financial statements
Managing accounts receivable/payable, payroll, purchase orders
Investing idle funds & coordinating debt issuance
Preparing the annual property tax levy
As stewards of public funds, their mission is to ensure efficient and effective use of every dollar.
📌 Utility Billing
The City of Batavia provides electric, water, and wastewater services. The Utility Billing team ensures accurate, timely billing and collection for all residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
👏 Thank you to our Finance Department staff for your dedication, professionalism, and service to the community!
Throughout the week we'll be sharing some of the Finance Department's 2024 achievements.
The department is made up of two divisions:
📌 Finance & Accounting
This division manages the collection, monitoring, and disbursement of City funds. Their responsibilities include:
Compiling the City’s budget
Coordinating the annual audit & creating audited financial statements
Managing accounts receivable/payable, payroll, purchase orders
Investing idle funds & coordinating debt issuance
Preparing the annual property tax levy
As stewards of public funds, their mission is to ensure efficient and effective use of every dollar.
📌 Utility Billing
The City of Batavia provides electric, water, and wastewater services. The Utility Billing team ensures accurate, timely billing and collection for all residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
👏 Thank you to our Finance Department staff for your dedication, professionalism, and service to the community!
Throughout the week we'll be sharing some of the Finance Department's 2024 achievements.
🚒🔥 Today we proudly recognize the Batavia Fire Department on its 159th anniversary!
Since 1866, the department has been dedicated to protecting lives and property, providing fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services to the residents of Batavia, as well as the surrounding Batavia Township and Countryside Fire Protection District.
👨🚒 About the Department
The Batavia Fire Department is staffed by:
25 full-time firefighters
12 full-time paramedics
27 part-time personnel
On-duty staff are stationed at two locations, ensuring a quick and professional response whenever our community needs them.
🙏 Thank you to the men and women of the Batavia Fire Department for 159 years of service, bravery, and commitment to our community.
Since 1866, the department has been dedicated to protecting lives and property, providing fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services to the residents of Batavia, as well as the surrounding Batavia Township and Countryside Fire Protection District.
👨🚒 About the Department
The Batavia Fire Department is staffed by:
25 full-time firefighters
12 full-time paramedics
27 part-time personnel
On-duty staff are stationed at two locations, ensuring a quick and professional response whenever our community needs them.
🙏 Thank you to the men and women of the Batavia Fire Department for 159 years of service, bravery, and commitment to our community.
🚧 Utility Work Alerts – Issued Sept. 17 🚧
🔹 Emergency Sewer Work
300 block of McKee Street
📅 Begins Wed., Sept. 17 – expected to last 2 days
⚠️ Expect delays; avoid the area if possible.
🔹 Water Utility Work
400 block of McKee Street
📅 Begins Wed., Sept. 17 – expected to last 2 days
⚠️ Expect delays; avoid the area if possible.
🔹 Water Service Replacements
200 block of N. Lincoln Street
📅 Begins Fri., Sept. 19 – expected to last 3–4 days
⚠️ Moderate noise and construction disruptions expected.
🔹 Landscape Restorations
East Wilson Street
📅 Begins Thurs., Sept. 18 – expected to last 3 days
⚠️ Expect delays; avoid the area if possible
Thank you for your patience while crews complete this important work.
📡💻 Today we celebrate Information Technology Professionals Day!
The City of Batavia’s Information Technologies Department keeps our city connected and running smoothly. Their responsibilities include installing and supporting computers, peripherals, networking, mobile devices, internal phones, software applications, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for City staff.
Our I.T. team includes an Information Technology Director, Systems Manager, Technician, and GIS Analyst—working together to provide cost-effective technology solutions that help us better serve Batavia residents every day.
👏 Thank you to our I.T. professionals for all you do behind the scenes to keep our city moving forward!
The City of Batavia’s Information Technologies Department keeps our city connected and running smoothly. Their responsibilities include installing and supporting computers, peripherals, networking, mobile devices, internal phones, software applications, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for City staff.
Our I.T. team includes an Information Technology Director, Systems Manager, Technician, and GIS Analyst—working together to provide cost-effective technology solutions that help us better serve Batavia residents every day.
👏 Thank you to our I.T. professionals for all you do behind the scenes to keep our city moving forward!
📅 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
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
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.
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
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.
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
The regular meeting of the Batavia City Council will be Tuesday, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m., City Hall, 100 N. Island Ave.
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,.
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.
A watermain break at east Wilson and South River streets is impacting traffic in the westbound lane of Wilson street. Expect delays or try to avoid the area.
The offices of the City of Batavia will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, in honor of Labor Day. If you need to reach the City, call the Batavia Police Department non-emergency number, 630-454-2500.
The regular meeting of the Batavia City Council will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2.
The regular meeting of the Batavia City Council will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2.
The Batavia City Council Committee of the Whole meets at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 26. Topics include PFAS settlement representation, economic development, a master services agreement for the proposed data center, ending TIF District 1, the City’s energy policy, and more. The meeting is open to the public. View the full agenda at: bataviail.community.highbond.com/Portal/
🌳 Help grow Batavia’s urban forest!
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.
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.
City Council Meets Monday, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m
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
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
🚧 Main Street Reopened! 🚧
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! 👷♂️💧
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! 👷♂️💧