Batavia City Administrator Laura Newman shares a message regarding recent tragic accidents on Rte. 31 and actions the city is taking to address traffic safety issues. Read on...
We've posted more information regarding the 5-year contract with Groot for refuse and recycling collection, including pricing for each year, pickup schedules and more. Read on...
Make plans to celebrate Flag Day in Batavia! Enjoy a free concert, food and drinks (non-alcoholic), and participate in a time capsule project. It all starts at 6:30 p.m., June 14 at the Peg Bond Center and Batavia Riverwalk. Additional Info...
City crews are beginning the fifth week of the lead service line project, and work is moving faster than expected. As of the end of last week, over 35 new service line replacements were completed. Read on...
Batavia's 50/50 parkway tree program offers a parkway tree on a cost-sharing basis with residents paying half the tree's cost. This program includes tree, planting, and mulch. Read on...
The Prairie State Energy Campus provided an overview of developments and initiatives for 2022 at their downstate IllinoisView campus. The report highlights achievements in line with their core values: safety, teamwork, accountability, and sustainability. Read on...
The Batavia Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is accepting applications for the position of certified lateral police officer and patrol officers, entry level with the Batavia Police Department. Read on...
The Batavia City Council voted to award a five-year waste hauling contract to Groot Industries. In the coming weeks, residents should look out for a postcard from Groot via mail regarding service options. Read on...
The City of Batavia offers its residents the opportunity to purchase a parkway tree as part of its commitment to reforestation in Batavia. Residents pay half cost of the tree, which includes planting and mulch. Read on...
The City of Batavia’s contract with its refuse and recycling vendor expires in July. Batavia City Council is in the process of reviewing proposals from waste haulers, and has decided to end the sticker program and utilize toters for refuse and recycling. Read on...
The EPA has announced a new proposal to establish national standards for PFAS in drinking water. In anticipation of the EPA’s announcement, the City of Batavia conducted water testing for 29 different PFAS substances. Read on...
Batavia City Council approved an ordinance implementing a retail single-use bag fee, beginning July 1, 2023. Find out what the fees is, what bags are included, and other details. Additional Info...
