Route 25 Water Main Projects Begin In October

The City of Geneva will be working on two water infrastructure projects starting Tuesday, Oct. 3  along the Route 25 (North Bennett Street) corridor.The primary project will be the installation of a new water main on Route 25 that will close the ...

Union Pacific To Close Route 31 Underpass Sept. 30 For Repairs

The Route 31 underpass in Geneva will be closed Saturday, Sept. 30 as Union Pacific repairs the train bridge.Route 31 will be shut down from South Street to Third Street. Union Pacific did not provide the City with an official detour route.Drivers seeking...

Geneva Metra Train Station Platform To Close

Metra announced the the Geneva train station's outbound platform will be closed for rehabilitation starting Oct. 9 through the end of 2024.

Geneva Flag Lowered For Former Mayor Howard Smith

The City flag at Geneva City Hall has been lowered in memory of former Mayor Howard Smith, 98, who died Sept. 10.Mr. Smith was raised in Geneva and graduated Geneva High School. He was elected Geneva's 25th Mayor in 1957 and served until 1961. Mayor Smith...

Geneva Public Works To Flush Fire Hydrants This Fall

The City of Geneva will be flushing fire hydrants throughout the community for four weeks starting Monday, Sept. 18 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 ...

Make Your Voice Heard With City's Community Survey

Residents and community stakeholders can help shape the future direction of Geneva by participating in the City’s 2023 online survey.The survey results will guide the City Council as they determine priorities, improve services and update the Cit...

Fox River Report Recommends Dam Removals

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has released a draft report recommending the removal of dams along the Fox River, including in Geneva.The Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the Fox River Study Group are partnering with the Army Corps of Enginee...

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. 15.State Street (Route 38) between Third and Ninth streets will be shut down at 2 p.m. to accommodate the event. All ...

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled For Sept. 7 In Geneva

Clarke vehicles will spray a mosquito control application citywide Thursday, Sept. 7 to reduce the adult insect population in Geneva.Spraying is scheduled from dusk to dawn from Sept. 7 into Friday, Sept. 8 after mosquito surveillance traps in the area re...

Fox Valley Marathon To Impact Downtown Traffic

Several downtown Geneva streets will be closed to traffic early Sunday, Sept. 17 to accommodate the annual Fox Valley Marathon racecourse.The marathon begins in St. Charles and heads south into Geneva, requiring the following downtown streets and main art...

Labor Day Reminders: City Hours & Garbage Pickup

Geneva City offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 4 in observance of Labor Day. Normal business hours will resume Tuesday, Sept. 5.LRS garbage pickup for the week of Sept. 4 will be pushed one day later than usual due to the holiday. The normal Thursday-Fr...

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 2023 Citizen Police Academy.The weekly classes run from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday nights from Oct. 3 to Dec. 19 at the Geneva Police ...

Festival Of The Vine Requires Road Closures

The Geneva Police Department announced downtown street closures and parking restrictions will be implemented to accommodate the Festival of the Vine.The festival runs from Friday to Sunday, Sept. 8-10 on both sides of the historic Kane County Courthouse, ...

Community Invited To Participate In City's DEI Focus Groups

The City’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force invites residents and community stakeholders to participate in focus groups regarding Geneva’s efforts to be a more open, inclusive and welcoming place.  After conducting a DEI survey this s...

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled For Aug. 21 In Geneva

Clarke vehicles will spray a mosquito control application citywide Monday, Aug. 21 to reduce the adult insect population in Geneva.Spraying is scheduled from dusk to dawn from Aug. 21 into Tuesday, Aug. 22 after a mosquito surveillance trap recently teste...

Festival Of The Vine Pre-Purchase Tickets On Sale

Savor the flavor of Geneva during Festival of the Vine, which ushers in the autumn season. The main event runs Friday to Sunday, Sept. 8-10 on James Street between Fourth and Fifth streets.Avoid the lines and purchase your tickets in advance from the Gene...

City Offers Additional Options To Pay Utility Bills

Geneva customers now have a handful of new options to pay their monthly City utility bill after a recent software upgrade has been completed.Customers will still have the same login, account number and user experience after entering the City’s secure onli...

Police Announce Concours D'Elegance Road Closures

Car enthusiasts will convene from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27 in downtown Geneva to view a beautiful collection of antique, classic and modern automobiles showcased in the Concours d’Elegance.To accommodate the event, the Geneva Police Department wi...

Natural Resources Committee Hosting Good Neighbor Bat Lecture, Fox River Clean Up Day

The City of Geneva’s Natural Resources Committee is sponsoring a lecture regarding how humans can become better “neighbors” with the local bat population.“Help Your Local Bats: Become A Good Bat Neighbor” takes place from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. ...

Water Customers To Receive Survey Postcard

In order to comply with the Illinois Pollution Control Board Regulations and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, all public water supplies are mandated to have an active cross-connection control program.

A requirement of the IEPA program is to co...

Shakespeare In The Park Presents 'Love's Labour's Lost'

Comedy, confusion and love take center stage at Geneva’s Shakespeare in the Park performance of “Love’s Labour’s Lost.” The drama unfolds at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at Island Park.A king convinces his lords to devote themselves to studying, fasting and sw...

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled For July 26 In Geneva

Clarke vehicles will spray a mosquito control application citywide Wednesday, July 26 to reduce the adult insect population in Geneva.Spraying is scheduled from dusk to dawn from July 26 into Thursday, July 27.The Kane County Health Department announced a...

Geneva Arts Fair Returns To Downtown July 29-30

Welcome to the annual Geneva Arts Fair. For over 20 years, the juried Geneva Arts Fair has risen in attendance and notoriety.The fine arts show, which runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 29-30, showcases fine artisans from around the cou...

Third Street To Be Closed For Geneva Arts Fair

With thousands of visitors expected to attend the Geneva Arts Fair later this month, the Geneva Police Department announced a portion 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...

Stay Connected With The City's Summer Newsletter

Geneva residents can get the latest information on the new LRS garbage contract, the waste sticker exchange program, the City's DEI survey, the upcoming Third Main Line Route 31 underpass closure, and plenty more with the City’s summer newsletter, which w...

Route 31 Underpass Closure Starts July 17

Update

The Union Pacific contractor is scheduled to reopen the Route 31 underpass before the evening rush hour Sept. 1.

News Release

Union Pacific announced the Route 31 underpass in Geneva will be shut down for about one month starting Monday, July 17 as pa...

Water Testing Postcard Not Affiliated With The City

Residents receiving postcards in the mail recommending they have their water tested are not affiliated with or endorsed by the City of Geneva.The postcards, which are coming from a private company, have a "Kane County Water" header at the top. T...

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, representing...

Geneva Electric Customers Can Subscribe For 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...

Community Invited To Take Geneva DEI Survey

The City’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force is inviting residents and community stakeholders to participate in an online survey regarding Geneva’s efforts to be a more open, inclusive and welcoming place.

Created in 2021, th...

RiverPark Summer Concert Series Brings Family Fun To Geneva

Sundays in July offer four free nights of music along the beautiful Fox River courtesy of Geneva’s RiverPark Summer Concert Series.The concerts will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 2, 9, 16, and 23 at River Park, located at North River Lane and Peyton S...

Geneva Issues Reminder About Water Conservation Ordinance

Geneva residents fighting to keep their lawns looking green this summer in light of a drought plaguing the Midwest should adhere to the City’s water conservation ordinance.Water sprinklers are permitted between 6 to 9 a.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. on designated da...

Geneva Offering Waste Sticker Exchange Program

With Geneva’s new LRS garbage contract scheduled to start July 1, residents have two options on how to deplete their existing supply of old waste stickers.The current light blue stickers with an expiration date of June 30, 2023 will be accepted by LRS for...

U.S. Forest Service To Treat For Spongy Moth June 22 In Geneva

Geneva is one of 11 northern Illinois locations that will be organically treated by the U.S. Forest Service’s nationwide campaign to curtail the destructive spongy moth, according to an Illinois Department of Agriculture.The U.S. Forest Service’s contract...

Geneva To Start Sidewalk, Curb Construction

The City's 2023 sidewalk and curb maintenance program is scheduled for Monday to Friday, June 26-30, followed by a five-day curing period that will run into July. The schedule is weather-dependent.The City's contractor, Globe Constructio...

Geneva Approves New Garbage Contract

The Geneva City Council approved a new five-year garbage contract June 5 with LRS, the City’s current refuse provider. Collection days and services are remaining the same as part of the new contract, which will run from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2...

City Hosting Public Information Meetings Regarding Upcoming Road Work Projects

The City of Geneva’s 2023 street improvement program is scheduled to start in late June with 23 resurfacing and drainage projects on the docket.Residents looking to get more details on the upcoming construction are invited to an informational meeting at 5...

Keep Tabs On Geneva's Outdoor Watering Regulations

As Geneva residents look to keep their lawns looking green this summer, they should take note of the City's sprinkler regulations.Water sprinklers are permitted between 6 to 9 a.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. on designated days. Residents with an even-numbered street...

Geneva Named 'Best Of The West' In Reader Survey

"West Suburban Living" magazine readers once again ranked Geneva as the premier community for dining, shopping and festivals as part of its 2023 "Best of the West" survey.Geneva was named the top city readers would most like to live (o...

Geneva City Council Welcomes Two New Members

The Geneva City Council welcomed two new members who officially took their seats during the May 1 meeting.Alderpeople Anaïs Bowring (Ward 1) and Martha Paschke (Ward 4) were sworn into office for the first time after winning seats during the April 4 conso...

City Hall Utility Bill Dropbox Installed Closer To James Street

The Geneva City Hall utility bill dropbox has a new look and a new home further south down the alleyway closer to James Street.A sign was posted on the old brown dropbox (which is scheduled to be removed in mid-May) notifying customers of the new location...

Geneva Named One Of The Top Cutest Small Town In Illinois

The City of Geneva continues to garner regional and national distinctions for being a top community to live.Most recently, Geneva made the list of eight cutest towns in Illinois by World Atlas, a large publishing resource in geography covering sociology, ...

DEI Task Force Invites Public To Inclusive Language Session

Geneva’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force will be hosting a virtual inclusive language session from 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 11.Residents and community stakeholders are invited to participate in the online session, which will focus on why...

Geneva Beautification Committee Seeking More Volunteers

The Geneva Beautification Committee is looking for individuals, organizations, businesses, or groups who would be willing to adopt an open garden this planting season.The Beautification Committee's volunteers adopt and maintain planting beds and hanging b...

City Seeks Volunteers For Bike & Pedestrian Committee

The City is ready to roll out a new Bike & Pedestrian Advisory Committee to promote a safe, walkable and rideable Geneva.The City is seeking nine members who have an interest in bicycle and pedestrian transit, safety, issues, and projects. Casual, rec...

Geneva Named Tree City USA Community; Parkway Tree Planting Update

Geneva has been named a "Tree City USA" community for the 23rd 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, including mainta...

Scheduled Water Rate Increase Coming In May

Geneva’s water and sewer customers should take note that scheduled rate increases will occur starting Monday, May 15.The Geneva City Council approved a five-year rate plan April 3 to pay for upcoming water main and lead service line replacement, a sanitar...

Geneva Earth Day Celebration Scheduled For April 22

Families are encouraged to go green and recycle as part of the Geneva Earth Day Celebration, sponsored by the City’s Natural Resources Committee and the Geneva Park District.The Earth Day festivities will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22 ...

U.S. Forest Service To Treat For Spongy Moth In Geneva

Geneva is one of 11 northern Illinois locations that will be organically treated by the U.S. Forest Service’s nationwide campaign to curtail the destructive spongy moth, according to an Illinois Department of Agriculture.The U.S. Forest Service&...

City Mourns Loss Of Deputy Fire Chief Mark Einwich

The City of Geneva is mourning the loss of former Deputy Fire Chief Mark Einwich, 55, who died March 7.Mr. Einwich worked in the Geneva Fire Department for 30 years prior to his retirement in November 2022. He was still active at his volunteer department ...

Geneva Earns Accolades For Being A Charming & Beautiful Town

The City of Geneva continues to garner both regional and national distinctions for being a top community to live.Geneva is ranked as one of the 15 most charming cities in the state by Trips to Discover, an online travel magazine. The publication highlight...

Student Artwork To Illustrate City's Tree Calendar

Did you know there are more than 2,000 spots to plant parkway trees in Geneva? To help spread the word, the City's Student Government Committee is inviting elementary students to illustrate a calendar highlighting the importance of trees in our community....

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...

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 the last two weeks in March.The free yard waste disposal is part of the City’s refuse contract with LRS (Lakeshore Recycling Systems)....

Help The City Update Our Water Service Line Map

The City of Geneva is continuing to collect water service line material information from customers to update an interactive water service line map, in accordance with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency regulations.Water lines running from the wa...

Geneva City Council Approves 2023-24 Budget

The Geneva City Council unanimously approved a $128 million 2023-24 fiscal year budget during its Feb. 6 meeting.  The City's budget is a combination of 36 individual budgets, all having different purposes and different legal restrictions. Geneva...

Union Pacific To Host Third Main Line Project Open House

Union Pacific Railroad is hosting an open house in Geneva Thursday, Feb. 23 regarding its Third Main Line project, which is currently underway from Kress to Peck roads.The public is invited to attend the open house from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Geneva Public Wo...

Geneva Flag Lowered For Former Alderman Richard Walls

The Geneva Flag at City Hall was lowered to half-staff in memory of Richard Walls, 91, a former alderman who died Jan. 18.Mr. Walls was elected Second Ward alderman in 1967 and held that seat on the Geneva City Council for eight years. Afterward, he serve...

Geneva Refuse Stickers Available At City's Finance Department

Geneva residents seeking to purchase refuse stickers or 20-gallon waste bags can do so at the City's Finance Department, 15 S. First St.While stickers and bags will no longer be sold at Geneva City Hall, they are available with a short walk across the str...

Wine, Cheese & Trees Fundraiser Aims To Bring More Trees To Geneva

Geneva’s Wine, Cheese & Trees fundraiser will feature a new location and partner in 2023, but the overall goal to raise money to plant more trees in the community remains the same.The City’s Natural Resources Committee and Geneva Park District Foundat...

No Injuries Reported In Industrial Chemical Explosion & Fire

There were no injuries reported after a multi-alarm hazardous materials fire Feb. 7 at Olon Industries, 411 Union St. on Geneva’s near west side.The Geneva Fire Department was dispatched at 1:33 p.m. to the industrial manufacturing facility for ...

Geneva Police Participating In National Drug Take-Back Program Oct. 28

The Geneva Police Department will work with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to collect expired or unwanted prescription medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 as part of the National Drug Take-Back Day.People can turn in their medicat...

Geneva Police BBQ Lunch Raises Money For Special Olympics

Geneva residents and businesses looking for lunch ideas Friday, Sept. 22 can participate in the Geneva Police Department's 15th annual Josef's Barbeque for Special Olympics.The lunch includes a BBQ pork sandwich, cole slaw, chips, and cookie that will be ...

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. 15.State Street (Route 38) between Third and Ninth streets will be shut down at 2 p.m. to accommodate the e...

Fox Valley Marathon To Impact Downtown Traffic

Several downtown Geneva streets will be closed to traffic early Sunday, Sept. 17 to accommodate the annual Fox Valley Marathon racecourse.The marathon begins in St. Charles and heads south into Geneva, requiring the following downtown streets and main art...

Citizen Police Academy Applications Now Available

Geneva residents interested in learning how police officers keep their community safe are encouraged to register for the City’s 2023 Citizen Police Academy.The weekly classes run from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday nights from Oct. 3 to Dec. 19 at the Gene...

Festival Of The Vine Requires Road Closures

The Geneva Police Department announced downtown street closures and parking restrictions will be implemented to accommodate the Festival of the Vine.The festival runs from Friday to Sunday, Sept. 8-10 on both sides of the historic Kane County Courthouse, ...

Kane County SWAT Training Scheduled Aug. 22

The Kane County SWAT team will be conducting training starting at 7 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22 at a home in the 1000 block of South Batavia Avenue (Route 31) in Geneva.The training will focus on a potential SWAT response to an emergency situation. The training...

Police Announce Concours D'Elegance Road Closures

Car enthusiasts will convene from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27 in downtown Geneva to view a beautiful collection of antique, classic and modern automobiles showcased in the Concours d’Elegance.To accommodate the event, the Geneva Police Dep...

Third Street To Be Closed For Geneva Arts Fair

With thousands of visitors expected to attend the Geneva Arts Fair later this month, the Geneva Police Department announced a portion 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 Police Training Scheduled July 18

The Geneva Police Department will be conducting training starting at 7 a.m. Tuesday, July 18 at the former Geneva Public Library building, 127 James St.Officers will be going through several shooting simulations where they will be firing simunition rounds...

Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash

A 70 year old man from Bloomingdale, Illinois, riding a 2015 Harley Davidson motorcycle was killed in a two vehicle crash on Illinois Route 38 on June 17, 2023, at 1:48 pm.  

The preliminary investigation indicates the Harley Davidson was travelin...

Police Investigate Domestic Related Murder-Suicide

On June 14, at 5:22 p.m., Geneva Police responded to a residence in the 1000 block of Pebble Beach Court, following a 911 call made from the home.  Chad L. Dockery, 49, of Hinsdale, IL contacted 911 to report he murdered his former wife, Amanda R...

Geneva Police Earn Traffic Safety Challenge Award

The Geneva Police Department received recognition from the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police by placing second in the 2022-23 Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge for municipalities with 36-50 sworn officers.Geneva Police also was selected as the Rook...

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. Parking restrictions will be implemented to accommodate this signature event, and two downtown streets will be closed throughout t...

Cop On A Rooftop To Benefit Special Olympics

Geneva Police officers will be present at two Dunkin’ stores to collect donations for the Law Enforcement Torch Run’s 20th annual Cop On a Rooftop event Friday, May 19. Money raised benefits Special Olympics Illinois.From 6 to 11 a.m. May 19, officers wil...

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...

Man Dies After Being Struck By Freight Train

A 49-year-old Yorkville man died May 5 when he was struck by a freight train on the Union Pacific-West railroad tracks at the Third Street crossing in downtown Geneva.Geneva Police and Fire Department personnel were dispatched to the scene at 8:53 p.m. fo...

Tip-A-Cop Event To Support Special Olympics

People looking for a unique dining experience are invited to a special night at FoxFire Restaurant where Geneva Police officers will take on a new role as servers for a good cause.Officers will be working from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 25 at the downtown...

Geneva Police Investigating 12 Randall Road Burglaries

The Geneva Police Department is investigating 12 businesses that were burglarized early March 1 along the Randall Road corridor.A Geneva Police officer on patrol discovered a burglarized business at 2:22 a.m. in the 1700 block of South Randall Road. The o...