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
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
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.
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 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.
