City Of Geneva Wins Financial Reporting Triple Crown

Geneva’s financial reporting and transparency efforts have culminated with another trifecta of national awards.The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada honored the City’s accomplishments, which represent the highest form...

Kane County Hosting Recycling, Shredding Event Oct. 8

Kane County is hosting a recycling and shredding event for people to safely dispose of confidential documents, latex paint, aerosols, propane tanks, and car seats.The event will be held rain or shine from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 8 at the Kane County...

Union Pacific Starts Third Main Line Project In Geneva

Union Pacific announced operations are underway to build a third railroad line near the current UP-West railway tracks spanning from Peck Road in Geneva to West Chicago.The 6-mile stretch of new rail will be set 20 feet south of the current tracks from Pe...

ICEC Invites Public To River Boat Cruise With Geneva's French Delegation

The City's International Cultural Exchange Committee is inviting the public to join Geneva's French delegation visitors on a Fox River boat cruise Sunday, Oct. 2.Geneva has developed a cultural partnership with Croissy-sur-Seine, located on the banks of t...

Geneva Police Officers Receive Lifesaving Awards

Geneva Police Chief Eric Passarelli presented Life Saving Medals to eight officers at the Sept. 19 City Council meeting.Sgt. Brad Jerdee and Officer Bob Pech were honored for helping locate and save a suicidal woman in a Geneva park on Sept. 15, 2021. Off...

2023 Consolidated Election Candidate Guide Available

Residents interested in running for Geneva City Council in 2023 can find a candidate guide posted on the City’s website.The guide, which provides election information on how to file for candidacy and all required forms, is available on the City’s website ...

Geneva Homecoming Parade To Close Several Streets

The City’s downtown streets will be full of Viking pride as Geneva High School celebrates homecoming with its annual parade Friday, Sept. 23.State Street (Route 38) between Third and Ninth streets will be shut down at 2 p.m. to accommodate the event. All ...

Geneva Public Works To Flush Fire Hydrants This Fall

The City of Geneva will be flushing fire hydrants throughout the community for three weeks starting Monday, Sept. 19 as part of an ongoing maintenance program.Hydrants will be flushed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. The water is safe to drink, but...

Natural Resources Committee Invites Public To Fox River Cleanup, Dark Skies Presentation

The City of Geneva’s Natural Resources Committee is looking for some helping hands to spruce up the Fox River Saturday, Sept. 17.The Fox River Clean Up Day will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at Island Park, 2 E. State St. Volunteers are asked to wear old cl...

Fox Valley Marathon To Impact Downtown Traffic

Several downtown Geneva streets will be closed to traffic early Sunday, Sept. 18 to accommodate the annual Fox Valley Marathon racecourse.The marathon begins in St. Charles and heads south into Geneva, impacting downtown streets and main arterial roads be...

New Festival Of The Vine Location Requires Downtown Street Closures

The Geneva Police Department announced downtown street closures and parking restrictions will be implemented to accommodate the new home of the Festival of the Vine.The festival runs from Friday to Sunday, Sept. 9-11 on both sides of the historic Kane Cou...

City Offices Closed For Labor Day; Refuse Schedule Change

Geneva's City offices will be closed for business Monday, Sept. 5 in observance of Labor Day.Normal business operations will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 6.Due to the holiday, the City's garbage collection will be delayed one day later than normal during the ...

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled For Aug. 24 In Geneva

Clarke vehicles will be spraying a mosquito control application citywide Wednesday, Aug. 24 to reduce the adult insect population in Geneva.Spraying is scheduled to take place from dusk to dawn starting Aug. 24 into Thursday, Aug. 25.The City’s contractor...

2022 Geneva Concours D'Elegance Car Show Canceled

Concours d’Elegance organizers have informed the City of Geneva that they are canceling the 2022 car show that was originally scheduled to take place Sunday, Aug. 28.Concours, one of five events designated as a festival in Geneva, is an annual show that d...

Geneva's Underground Electric Replacement Project Starts In Late August

The City will be enhancing electric service reliability by replacing underground utility cable in four areas of Geneva starting in late August.The 2022-23 underground electric replacement program areas include:

• South Street (Gary and Sheila lanes);
• Hill Roa...

Geneva's Festival Of The Vine Has A New Location In 2022

Savor the flavor of Geneva during Festival of the Vine, an autumn harvest celebration. Initially a celebration of anything grown on a vine, the festival now revolves around food and wine. The main event runs from Friday to Sunday, Sept. 9-11 at Fourth and...

Kane County To Host Shredding Event Aug. 13

For those looking to get rid of confidential documents, Kane County is hosting a shredding event Saturday, Aug. 13.The event will be held rain or shine from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Kane County Branch Court office, 540 S. Randall Road, St. Charles, across...

City Hosting Public Information Meeting Regarding Upcoming Road Work

The City of Geneva’s 2022 street improvement program is scheduled to start in early August with 14 resurfacing and drainage projects on the docket.Residents looking to get more details on the upcoming construction are invited to an informational meeting a...

ComEd Tree Trimming Scheduled For August In Geneva

Commonwealth Edison has informed the City about tree trimming scheduled to take place in August on Geneva's west side.ComEd crews will be trimming trees generally along sections of Western Avenue, South Street, Keslinger Road, Kaneville Road, and Peck Roa...

Take Geneva's Bike Challenge, Share Your Feedback At Bike Night Aug. 4

Avid cyclists, casual riders, or those who may need to rediscover their passion for biking are invited to take the Geneva Bike Challenge this summer.Residents can participate in the Bike Challenge by:

• Downloading and printing a copy of the challenge, or pi...

Stay Connected With The City's Summer Newsletter

Geneva residents can get the latest information on Union Pacific's Third Main Line project, Geneva's new garbage rates, road construction, and plenty more with the City’s summer newsletter, which was distributed to subscribers July 11.Readers also can fin...

Shakespeare In the Park Presents 'The Tempest'

Geneva’s popular Shakespeare in the Park event returns to Island Park Saturday, July 30 with “The Tempest.” The free performance starts at 6 p.m.Suitable for all ages, this tragicomedy will take people on a voyage to a magica...

Third Street To Be Closed, Parking Restrictions Implemented For Geneva Arts Fair

With thousands of visitors expected to attend the Geneva Arts Fair later this month, the Geneva Police Department announced a section of South Third Street will be closed during the festival.The Arts Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and S...

Geneva Mourns The Loss Of Former Alderman Sam Hill

The City of Geneva is mourning the loss of former First Ward Alderman Sam Hill, 86, who died July 5.Mr. Hill served on the City Council from 2001 to 2013. Outside the City Council, he was a member of the City's Plan Commission and was a Geneva Park Distri...

Geneva Arts Fair Returns To The Downtown July 23-24

What do giant stained glass murals, sprawling black and white landscapes, and intricate wire jewelry have in common? They are just a small sampling of what to expect at the 2022 Geneva Arts Fair, which will be held Saturday and Sunday, July 23-24.&ldq...

Route 31 Commuter Overflow Parking Lot To Be Closed

Geneva’s Route 31 overflow parking lot will be closed indefinitely starting Friday, July 1 as part of the upcoming Union Pacific Third Main Line project.  The daily fee commuter lot, located off the state highway just south of ...

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled For June 30 In Geneva

Clarke vehicles will be spraying a mosquito control application citywide Thursday June 30 to reduce the adult insect population in Geneva.Spraying is scheduled to take place from dusk to dawn starting June 30 into Friday, July 1.The City’s contractor will...

City Offices Closed For July 4 Holiday; Refuse Schedule Change

Geneva's City offices will be closed for business Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.Normal business operations will resume on Tuesday, July 5.Due to the holiday, the City's garbage collection will be delayed one day later than normal during...

Kane County To Host Recycling Extravaganza July 9

For those looking to declutter their homes, Kane County is hosting its annual recycling extravaganza Saturday, July 9 to help people safely dispose of those hard-to-recycle items.The event will be held rain or shine from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Kane Coun...

RiverPark Summer Concert Series Brings Family Fun To Geneva

Geneva’s RiverPark Summer Concert Series returns to provide four free nights of entertainment along the Fox River.The concerts will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 3, 10, 17, and 24 at River Park, located at North River Lane and Peyton Street just north...

Geneva Garbage Collection Rates Increase In July

Geneva’s garbage collection rates will be adjusted starting Friday, July 1 as part of the City’s contract with LRS (Lakeshore Recycling Systems).A refuse sticker will cost $3.10 beginning in July. However, people who purchased stickers at the current rate...

Third Street Commuter Parking Deck To Be Cleaned

The Third Street Commuter parking deck in downtown Geneva will be closed several evenings during the week of June 20 for power washing and cleaning operations.The deck will be closed from midnight to 5 a.m. Wednesday to Friday, June 22-24. The parking fac...

Swedish Days Festival & Parade To Impact Downtown Traffic, Parking

Swedish Days brings thousands of people to Geneva to enjoy food, music and plenty of fun for people of all ages each summer. To accommodate this signature event, parking restrictions will be implemented, and two downtown streets will be closed throughout ...

Geneva Encourages Electric Customers To Subscribe To Peak Power Day Alerts

With warmer weather entering the forecast, Geneva residents can provide some relief to the City’s electric operations – and their own utility bills – by reducing their power consumption for a few hours in the afternoon.The City offers a voluntary electric...

Kane County Health Department Announces Free COVID-19 Saliva Testing

The Kane County Health Department in cooperation with SHIELD Illinois announces the availability of free COVID-19 testing at the Kane Vax Hub in Batavia.The Kane Vax Hub at 501 N. Randall Road will be open for testing Monday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon...

City Tracking Buffalo Boxes With Blue Paint Markings

Wondering what the blue paint markings are on the curb and on lawns? The City can assure residents that it is not related to any construction or digging taking place this year.The City of Geneva is seeking to improve its water utility map in tracking buff...

Tree Trimming To Help Improve Electric Service Reliability

The City of Geneva announced tree trimming operations will be taking place over the next several months on the City's west side.A City contractor will be trimming trees primarily west of the Fox River and south of State Street (Route 38). Trimming occurs ...

Strategic Plan Advisory Committee Seeking Student Member

Students interested in learning about local government and how Geneva determines its priorities can apply for a unique opportunity to serve on the City's Strategic Plan Advisory Committee.As a full-fledged committee member, the selected student will parti...

Union Pacific Rail Project May Produce More Train Horns

Union Pacific Railroad has announced that it will embark on a major tie project on the UP-West Line beginning Wednesday, June 8. Metra riders may experience minor delays during the work, which is expected to last through the end of September.“Tie replacem...

Geneva Flag Lowered To Half-Staff For Caitlin Gallagher

The Geneva flag at City Hall was lowered to half-staff May 24 in memory of Geneva resident Caitlin Gallagher, 17, who died May 17.Caitlin was a junior at Geneva High School. The City received permission from the Gallagher family to honor their daughter wi...

Geneva Flag Lowered To Half-Staff For Philana Lee

The Geneva flag at City Hall has been lowered to half-staff in memory of Geneva resident Philana Lee, 53, who died May 17.

Outside of her career in international marketing, Ms. Lee spent much of her time helping her mom, Jenny Lee, run Gen Hoe, the longest...

East State Street Road Patching Concludes June 3

Update - June 2

State Street (Route 38) will be reduced to two lanes, one heading in each direction, Friday, June 3 near Crissey Avenue on Geneva's east side.The City's Public Works Department will be wrapping up its exterior lane pothole...

Geneva Named The 'Best Of The West' In Reader Survey

Readers of "West Suburban Living" Magazine once again ranked Geneva as the premier community for dining, shopping and festivals as part of its 2022 "Best of the West" contest.Geneva was named the top city readers would most like to liv...

Geneva Flag Lowered To Half-Staff For Ann Burns

The Geneva flag at City Hall has been lowered to half-staff in memory of Ann Burns, 81, who died May 3.Mrs. Burns is the mother of Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns. After moving to Geneva in 1974, she invested her time volunteering at local schools, the Geneva Pa...

Geneva Volunteer Appointed New City Clerk

After moving to Geneva in 2001, Vicki Kellick has volunteered countless hours to serve her community. Now, she will be dedicating her talents as Geneva’s new City Clerk.Mayor Kevin Burns brought forward Kellick’s nomination, which was unanimously approved...

Applications Available For 'Art On Fire' Contest

Geneva residents will once again have an opportunity to share their artistic creativity with the community through the City’s “Art on Fire” hydrant design program, which will feature a new wrinkle this year.The City, in collaboration with the Cultural Art...

City Seeking Applications For Advisory Board Vacancies

Want to make a difference in your community but not sure where to start? The City of Geneva is looking for dedicated volunteers to fill vacancies on its Strategic Plan Advisory Committee and Cultural Arts Commission.The Strategic Plan Advisory Committee i...

2022 Geneva Write Now Short Story Contest Winners Announced

The City's Cultural Arts Commission announced the winners of the second annual Geneva Write Now short story contest.The contest invited budding and experienced Geneva writers - both adults and students in middle school and high school - to share ...

City's DEI Task Force Hosting Listening Session April 27

Geneva’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force will be hosting a community listening session at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 27 at Geneva City Hall Council Chambers, 109 James St.Created in 2021, the Task Force has developed a mission statement, iden...

Third Street Parkway Restoration Scheduled For April 18

Geneva Public Works Department crews will be restoring parkways Monday, April 18, which will impact parking along several blocks of South Third Street in downtown Geneva.The project, which will take place from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., will involve grading, seedi...

Geneva Earth Day Celebration Scheduled For April 23

Geneva families are encouraged to go green as the City’s Natural Resources Committee and the Geneva Park District once again team up to celebrate Earth Day.The Earth Day festivities will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 23 at Peck Farm Park,...

Geneva's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program Features New Vendor

Geneva residents looking to clean out their garage or basement can take advantage of the City’s free curbside household hazardous waste materials disposal program.The City Council approved a new five-year intergovernmental agreement March 21 to have Kane ...

Geneva Named Tree City USA, Wins Growth Award

Geneva has been named a "Tree City USA" community for the 22nd time thanks to the City's ongoing commitment to effective urban forest management. The Arbor Day Foundation's honor is based on meeting four core standards...

City Announces 2022 Street Sweeping Schedule

The City of Geneva keeps our streets looking nice throughout the year, and residents can lend a helping hand in this effort.The City is contracting with LRS (Lakeshore Recycling Systems) to sweep streets eight times in 2022. The first sweep is scheduled t...

Geneva Public Works To Flush Fire Hydrants This Spring

The City of Geneva will be flushing fire hydrants throughout the community for three weeks starting Monday, April 11 as part of an ongoing maintenance program.Hydrants will be flushed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. The water is safe to drink, but...

Geneva Recognized For Solar Energy Achievements

The City of Geneva was one of 10 Chicago area communities to recently achieve national recognition for encouraging the growth of solar energy.The City was awarded the bronze level designation under SolSmart, a program funded by the U.S. Department of Ener...

Geneva's Brush Collection Begins In April

As spring yard work surfaces on many people’s to-do lists in the coming weeks, Geneva residents can start disposing of brush in April.Brush pickup is intended for the disposal of tree limbs and branches that are removed by the property owner for normal ma...

Geneva Flag Lowered For Former Alderman Ron Singer

The Geneva flag at City Hall has been lowered to half-staff in memory of former Alderman Ron Singer, 89, who died March 10.Mr. Singer, a retired teacher, represented the City's Fourth Ward on the Geneva City Council from 1997 to 2017. He also served on th...

Programs Aim To Reduce Geneva's Large Industrial & Commercial Power Use, Drive Sustainability

The City is moving forward with a new initiative designed to help Geneva’s large industrial and commercial users save money on energy, reduce the electric load on the power grid during peak times, and reward them for their sustainability efforts...

City Offers Free Yard Waste Pickup For Two Weeks

Geneva residents will be able to get a head start on their spring yard work with free collection available for two weeks in March.The free yard waste disposal is part of the City’s refuse contract with LRS (Lakeshore Recycling Systems). Yard waste bags se...

Geneva City Council Approves 2022-23 Budget

The Geneva City Council unanimously approved a $112.7 million 2022-23 fiscal year budget during its Feb. 7 meeting.  The City's budget is a combination of 36 individual budgets, all having different purposes and different legal restricti...

City Flag Lowered For Two Community Contributors

The Geneva flag at City Hall has been lowered to half-staff in memory of Dennis Kabela and Dr. Peter Lee.

Mr. Kabela was a former 3rd Ward alderman from 1981-89, served as City Clerk from 1993-2005, and was a volunteer/part-time Geneva Fire Department fire...

Help Geneva Restore Local State Funding

Did you know - Until 2011, 10% of Illinois' total income tax revenue came back to municipalities through the Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF) to pay for critical services?LGDF is a portion of Illinois income taxes paid by residents and b...

Cultural Arts Commission Hosting Short Story Contest

Budding and experienced Geneva writers can once again share their original work through the Geneva Write Now short story contest.The Geneva Cultural Arts Commission’s second annual contest is open to adults and students in middle school and high school. T...

Geneva's Wine, Cheese & Trees Event Going Virtual

Geneva’s Wine, Cheese & Trees fundraiser will be raising a glass virtually in 2022 to help fund the planting of new trees in the community.The City’s Natural Resources Committee and the Geneva Park District Foundation are teaming together to sponsor t...

Help The City Update Our Water Service Line Map

The City of Geneva has developed an interactive water service line map and survey to show and collect water service line material information for active customers within our community, in accordance with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency regula...

Christmas Tree Collection Scheduled For January

Geneva residents will have two chances to dispose of their live Christmas trees during January.Trees will be picked up for free on residents’ regular garbage collection days the weeks of Jan. 3 and Jan. 10 by LRS (Lakeshore Recycling Systems), the City’s ...

City Of Geneva Issues Winter Parking Reminders

Even with the mild start to winter, Geneva residents should be prepared to move their parked cars off the street when snowfall occurs to ensure the City’s plowing operations run efficiently.Parking is prohibited when snowfall reaches:

2 Inches

Posted “Snow ...

Shakespeare In the Park Presents 'The Tempest'

Geneva’s popular Shakespeare in the Park event returns to Island Park Saturday, July 30 with “The Tempest.” The free performance starts at 6 p.m.Suitable for all ages, this tragicomedy will take people on a voyage to a magical island where they will see a...

RiverPark Summer Concert Series Brings Family Fun To Geneva

Geneva’s RiverPark Summer Concert Series returns to provide four free nights of entertainment along the Fox River.The concerts will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 3, 10, 17, and 24 at River Park, located at North River Lane and Peyton Street just north...

Applications Available For 'Art On Fire' Contest

Geneva residents will once again have an opportunity to share their artistic creativity with the community through the City’s “Art on Fire” hydrant design program, which will feature a new wrinkle this year.The City, in collaboration with the Cultural Art...

2022 Geneva Write Now Short Story Contest Winners Announced

The City's Cultural Arts Commission announced the winners of the second annual Geneva Write Now short story contest.The contest invited budding and experienced Geneva writers - both adults and students in middle school and high school - to share ...

Cultural Arts Commission Hosting Short Story Contest

Budding and experienced Geneva writers can once again share their original work through the Geneva Write Now short story contest.The Geneva Cultural Arts Commission’s second annual contest is open to adults and students in middle school and high school. T...

City Council to Consider Sign Variation & Text Amendment

The City of Geneva Development Projects Map has been updated in regards to the 1950-2000 Batavia Ave. sign variation & text amendment.On Sept. 22, the Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval for the 1950-2000 Batavia Ave. sig...

Venture Park Added To Development Projects Map

The City of Geneva Development Projects Map has been updated with the new Venture Park project requesting annexation, comprehensive plan amendment, and zoning map amendment.

Read on...

729 Hawthorne Lane Variation Added To Development Projects Map

The City of Geneva Development Projects Map has been updated with a new project regarding a lot coverage variation for 729 Hawthorne Lane.

Read on...

Teens, Young Adults Invited To Join Fire Department Explorer Post 205

The Geneva Fire Department Explorer Post 205 is looking for teens and young adults (ages 14 and 21) that are interested in learning about the fire service. The Explorer program provides firsthand knowledge of the techniques and skills necessary to be a fi...

No Injuries Reported In Fifth Street House Fire

There were no injuries after a multi-family house was damaged by a fire Aug. 29 in the 300 block of North Fifth Street on Geneva’s west side.The Geneva Fire Department was dispatched at 8:13 p.m. to the home, which had been subdivided into two apartments....

Geneva Emergency Management Agency Seeks Volunteers

The City of Geneva Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) is seeking volunteers to join our team. Volunteers can expect to respond to community emergencies that include severe weather events, major fire and police activities, traffic management, festival assi...

Geneva Fire Department Postpones Live Fire Training

Update - June 10

The Geneva Fire Department announced the live training has been postponed.

News Release - June 2

The Geneva Fire Department will be participating in live fire training from Friday to Sunday, June 10-12 at 64 Peck Road on the City’s west side...

Geneva Firefighters Will Be Testing Fire Hydrants

The Geneva Fire Department will be conducting water flow tests on City fire hydrants for two weeks starting Monday, May 23.The project, being done in cooperation with the City’s Public Works Department Water Division, will take place from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p...

Geneva Fire Department Responds To Fatal Industrial Accident

The Geneva Fire Department responded to a call on Dec. 9 at Bar Technologies, 500 Fluid Power Drive.911 callers stated that an employee had become entrapped in a piece of machinery. Fire personnel found the victim had been removed from the machine by plan...

City Wins Financial Reporting Triple Crown

Geneva’s financial reporting and transparency efforts have culminated with another trifecta of national awards.The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada honored the City’s accomplishments, which represent the highest form...

County Hosting Recycling, Shredding Event Oct. 8

Kane County is hosting a recycling and shredding event for people to safely dispose of confidential documents, latex paint, aerosols, propane tanks, and car seats.The event will be held rain or shine from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 8 at the Kane County...

Citizen Police Academy Extends Registration Period

Geneva residents interested in learning how police officers keep their community safe are encouraged to register for the City’s 2022 Citizen Police Academy.The weekly classes run from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday nights from Oct. 4 to Dec. 20 at the Geneva Police ...

Street Improvement Program - Sept. 23 Update

The City is working with Geneva Construction on 14 road resurfacing and drainage projects included in the 2022 street improvement program, which started in late July and is expected to be completed in October.As a reminder, the construction timeline outli...

Public Invited To River Cruise With French Delegation

The City's International Cultural Exchange Committee is inviting the public to join Geneva's French delegation visitors on a Fox River boat cruise Sunday, Oct. 2.Geneva has developed a cultural partnership with Croissy-sur-Seine, located on the banks of t...

Union Pacific Starts Third Main Line Project In Geneva

Union Pacific announced operations are underway to build a third railroad line near the current UP-West railway tracks spanning from Peck Road in Geneva to West Chicago.The 6-mile stretch of new rail will be set 20 feet south of the current tracks from Pe...

Geneva Police Officers Receive Lifesaving Awards

Geneva Police Chief Eric Passarelli presented Life Saving Medals to eight officers at the Sept. 19 City Council meeting.Sgt. Brad Jerdee and Officer Bob Pech were honored for helping locate and save a suicidal woman in a Geneva park on Sept. 15, 2021. Off...

Third Street Intersections To Be Closed For Repairs

The Geneva Public Works Department will be repairing segments of pavement the week of Sept. 26 that will require temporary downtown intersection closures along South Third Street.Third Street will remain open to traffic throughout construction, but there ...

2023 Consolidated Election Candidate Guide Available

Residents interested in running for Geneva City Council in 2023 can find a candidate guide posted on the City’s website.The guide, which provides election information on how to file for candidacy and all required forms, is available on the City’s website ...

Geneva Public Works To Flush Fire Hydrants This Fall

The City of Geneva will be flushing fire hydrants throughout the community for three weeks starting Monday, Sept. 19 as part of an ongoing maintenance program.Hydrants will be flushed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. The water is safe to drink, but...

IDOT Postpones West State Street Repair Project

Update - Sept. 16

Construction on West State Street in Geneva is being postponed as the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) contractor is awaiting more construction materials to seal cracks on Route 38.After weather delays earlier in the week, cre...

Brush Pickup

The City's brush collection program takes place the first two full weeks of each month through November. Find full program details online.

Fire Hydrant Flushing

The Geneva Public Works Department started its fall hydrant flushing Sept. 20. Learn more about the City's maintenance program.

Third Main Line Project

Union Pacific is building a third railroad line on its UP/Metra West Line from Kress Road in West Chicago to Peck Road in Geneva.

Geneva Police Officers Receive Lifesaving Awards

Geneva Police Chief Eric Passarelli presented Life Saving Medals to eight officers at the Sept. 19 City Council meeting.Sgt. Brad Jerdee and Officer Bob Pech were honored for helping locate and save a suicidal woman in a Geneva park on Sept. 15, 2021. Off...

Geneva Homecoming Parade To Close Several Streets

The City’s downtown streets will be full of Viking pride as Geneva High School celebrates homecoming with its annual parade Friday, Sept. 23.State Street (Route 38) between Third and Ninth streets will be shut down at 2 p.m. to accommodate the event. All ...

Kane County SWAT Training Exercise Scheduled Sept. 13

The Kane County SWAT team will be conducting another training at 7 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13 at a residence located on Peck Road near Heartland Drive on Geneva’s west side.The home and property at 64 Peck Road were purchased by the City, and the wood frame, ...

Citizen Police Academy Application Deadline Extended

Geneva residents interested in learning how police officers keep their community safe are encouraged to register for the City’s 2022 Citizen Police Academy.The weekly classes run from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday nights from Oct. 4 to Dec. 20 at the Geneva Police ...

Fox Valley Marathon To Impact Downtown Traffic

Several downtown Geneva streets will be closed to traffic early Sunday, Sept. 18 to accommodate the annual Fox Valley Marathon racecourse.The marathon begins in St. Charles and heads south into Geneva, impacting downtown streets and main arterial roads be...

New Festival Of The Vine Location Requires Downtown Street Closures

The Geneva Police Department announced downtown street closures and parking restrictions will be implemented to accommodate the new home of the Festival of the Vine.The festival runs from Friday to Sunday, Sept. 9-11 on both sides of the historic Kane Cou...

Kane County SWAT Training Exercise Scheduled Aug. 30

The Kane County SWAT team will be conducting training starting at 7 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30 at a residence located on Peck Road near Heartland Drive on Geneva’s west side.The home and property at 64 Peck Road were purchased by the City, and the wood frame, ...

Plainfield Man Charged With Criminal Defacement Of City Fire Hydrant

A Plainfield man was arrested July 29 following an investigation of multiple reports of criminal defacement of a City-owned fire hydrant.The fire hydrant was painted this summer by a Geneva resident who was participating in the City’s “Art on Fire” progra...

Geneva Emergency Management Agency Seeks Volunteers

The City of Geneva Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) is seeking volunteers to join our team. Volunteers can expect to respond to community emergencies that include severe weather events, major fire and police activities, traffic management, festival assi...

Third Street To Be Closed, Parking Restrictions Implemented For Geneva Arts Fair

With thousands of visitors expected to attend the Geneva Arts Fair later this month, the Geneva Police Department announced a section of South Third Street will be closed during the festival.The Arts Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and S...

Swedish Days Festival & Parade To Impact Downtown Traffic, Parking

Swedish Days brings thousands of people to Geneva to enjoy food, music and plenty of fun for people of all ages each summer. To accommodate this signature event, parking restrictions will be implemented, and two downtown streets will be closed throughout ...

Tri-Cities Traffic Safety Initiative Results Announced

More than 350 drivers were stopped during a joint traffic safety campaign conducted by the Geneva, St. Charles and Batavia police departments from May 23 to Memorial Day.The law enforcement agencies concentrated their efforts along four main highways that...

Tri-Cities Police Join Forces For Traffic Safety Initiative

Police departments throughout the Tri-Cities announced they will be combining efforts this upcoming holiday week in an effort to reduce crashes and enhance roadway safety through additional enforcement. The Geneva, Batavia, and St. Charles Police are join...

Geneva Police Announce Youth Triathlon, Memorial Day Parade Street Closures

Geneva residents should plan accordingly for two Memorial Day weekend events that will temporarily close streets on the City’s west side and downtown.The MMTT Youth Triathlon race will be held at the Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital campus and surrou...

Geneva Teen Dies In Fatal Train Accident

A 17-year-old Geneva girl died May 17 from injuries sustained when she was struck by an eastbound Metra passenger train on the Union Pacific-West line underneath the Route 25 vehicle overpass.Geneva Police and Fire Department personnel were dispatched aro...

Geneva Police Save Man's Life On Railroad Bridge

Five Geneva Police officers are being credited with saving a man who was threatening to take his life May 4 on the Union Pacific West line train trestle spanning the Fox River.Dispatched at 7:58 p.m., officers were able to stop train traffic after making ...

Geneva Police Give Update On Suspicious Death Investigation

A man who was deemed a person of interest in the May 4 suspicious death investigation of a 43-year-old Geneva woman has been released from police custody.The Geneva Police Department, with concurrence from the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office, releas...

Geneva Police Conducting Suspicious Death Investigation

The Geneva Police Department is investigating a suspicious death after finding a 43-year-old Geneva woman dead from a fatal gunshot wound outside her home.A female relative living in the Chicago area called police at 8:02 p.m. May 4 to report the Geneva w...

Geneva Police Participating In National Drug Take-Back Program April 30

The Geneva Police Department will be working with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) in collecting expired or unwanted prescription medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 30 as part of the National Drug Take-Back Day.People can turn in the...

Geneva Police, Firefighters To Take The Polar Plunge

The Geneva Police and Fire departments are teaming together to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois with the 2022 Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge challenge.Police officers and firefighters will be plunging at noon Wednesday, March 9 in front o...

Geneva Man Charged With Attempted Murder In Domestic-Related Dispute

A Geneva man was arrested Dec. 18 following an investigation of a domestic dispute that took place three days earlier involving an adult male family member.Bobby J. Haven III, 26, of the 1000 block of Westfield Course, has been charged with:

• Attempted Murd...

Street Improvement Program - Sept. 23 Update

The City is working with Geneva Construction on 14 road resurfacing and drainage projects included in the 2022 street improvement program, which started in late July and is expected to be completed in October.As a reminder, the construction timeline outli...

Third Street Intersections To Be Closed For Roadway Repairs

The Geneva Public Works Department will be repairing segments of pavement the week of Sept. 26 that will require temporary downtown intersection closures along South Third Street.Third Street will remain open to traffic throughout construction, but there ...

Executive Place Road Construction Starts With Curb Removal

The City will be removing curbs the week of Sept. 19 as the first part of the Executive Place road resurfacing project, which is part of the City's 2022 Street Improvement Program.Geneva Construction, the City's contractor, will start Tuesday, Sept. 20 al...

Street Improvement Program - Sept. 16 Update

The City is working with Geneva Construction on 14 road resurfacing and drainage projects included in the 2022 street improvement program, which started in late July and is expected to be completed in October.The effects of a strike earlier in the years a...

IDOT Postpones West State Street Repair Project In Geneva

Update - Sept. 16

Construction on West State Street in Geneva is being postponed as the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) contractor is awaiting more construction materials to seal cracks on Route 38.After weather delays earlier in the week, cre...

Cheever Avenue Closed Sept. 14 For Street Repairs

Cheever Avenue from Third Street to Shady Avenue will be closed Sept. 14 for repairs.The Geneva Public Works Department's Street Division is fixing the roadway that was torn up for a previous Water Division project.Cheever Avenue is expected to be reopene...

Water Service Installation Scheduled Sept. 12-13 On Union Street

The Geneva Public Works Department is installing new water service infrastructure Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 12-13 which requires shutting down Union Street from Edison to Illinois streets.Crews are prepping the site Sept. 12 for the installation, which wi...

Street Improvement Program - Sept. 9 Update

The City is working with Geneva Construction on 14 road resurfacing and drainage projects included in the 2022 street improvement program, which started in late July and is expected to be completed in October.Here is the Sept. 9 update:

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Viking Drive Road Work Schedule Adjusted

The City of Geneva is adjusting the construction schedule on Viking Drive to help lessen the road work delays for parents and buses heading to both Geneva middle schools.Pavement milling began Sept. 6 on Viking Drive and Kaneville Road as part of the City...

Water Service Line Replacement Scheduled Sept. 7 On North Street

The Geneva Public Works Department is replacing a water service line Sept. 7 which requires shutting down North Street from Illinois to Richards streets.The City anticipates the road will be reopened this afternoon.For more information, call the Public Wo...

Street Improvement Program - Sept. 2 Update

The City is working with Geneva Construction on 14 road resurfacing and drainage projects included in the 2022 street improvement program, which started in late July and is expected to be completed in October. Here is the Sept. 2 update:

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Geneva Public Works Fixing Water Leak On South Street Sept. 2

The Geneva Public Works Department has shut down South Street Sept. 2 from Sixth to Seventh streets to fix a water leak. The City anticipates the road will be reopened later this afternoon.For more information, call the Public Works Water Division at 630-...

Kane County Announces Pavement Marking Program

Kane County announced its urethane pavement marking program will include Kirk Road from Averill Circle in Geneva to Route 64 in St. Charles.Four county highways will be restriped as part of the overall program. Operations are scheduled to start in the nor...

Kane County Announces Highway Maintenance Projects

Kane County announced two roadway maintenance programs that will require lane closures on local highways running through Geneva this summer. Project summaries and links to the County's full news releases are included below.

Pavement Marking

The County will ...

East State Street Road Patching Concludes June 3

Update - June 2

State Street (Route 38) will be reduced to two lanes, one heading in each direction, Friday, June 3 near Crissey Avenue on Geneva's east side.The City's Public Works Department will be wrapping up its exterior lane pothole repair project, w...