Batavia has received federal funding from Safe Routes to School to improve sidewalk connectivity to local schools. Residents are invited to an Open House, 6-8 p.m., Dec. 14, City Hall, to learn more about the project and provide feedback. Read on...
The 2023 Leaf Collection Program is over. The City completed the third and final round on Nov. 21, including two back-to-back west side collections. An additional round for the east side began Nov. 22 and concluded Nov. 29. Read on...
After a vote from the Batavia City Council, Mayor Jeffery Schielke named Robin Barraza to fill the city council alderperson vacancy created when Keenan Miller resigned from the seat. She will be sworn in to office Dec. 4. Read on...
Batavia Mayor Jeffery Schielke talked about Batavia's rich history and exciting future at the Batavia Chamber of Commerce Mayor's Breakfast Nov. 2, 2023. View his presentation on BATV17. Additional Info...
Batavians may notice some smoke from controlled burns being conducted throughout the community. The objective of these prescribed burns is to improve native plant communities by reducing invasive plant species. Read on...
Fall is in full swing, and with that many people like to enjoy a nice bonfire. While this is a fun activity, there are rules to be followed to ensure the safety of everyone.
The City of Batavia Municipal Code sets out the rules for open burning. Read on...
The Batavia City Council Tuesday night discussed a city staff residential road safety analysis that focuses on improving safety with residential areas and examines the potential effectiveness of resident ideas. A PDF of the presentation is available. Read on...
Mooseheart is building a sanitary sewer extension to better serve its campus. The extension runs from Orchard Road along the perimeter of the Mooseheart farm on the west side of Randall Road, then crosses Randall Road to the Mooseheart campus area. Read on...
The Batavia City Council, with community input, has selected artist Chad La Fever's "Eternal Flame" sculpture proposal to adorn the Batavia West Cemetery Columbarium. Read on...
The Batavia City Council Monday voted to create an Active Transportation Advisory Commission which will replace the Batavia Bicycle Commission. Read on...
The U.S Army Corps of Engineers in Chicago has released a draft report on the Fox River and is recommending the removal of nine dams from Carpentersville to Montgomery, including the dam in Batavia. Several informational meetings have been scheduled. Read on...
