City Wins Financial Reporting Triple Crown

Geneva’s financial reporting and transparency efforts have culminated with a 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 of ac...

Geneva Announces Curbside Leaf Collection Schedule

When the City’s curbside leaf collection program begins later this fall, Geneva residents will once again be able to track the contractor’s progress with an enhanced online map.The curbside program is scheduled to start the last week of October and the fi...

Stay Connected With The City's Fall Newsletter

Geneva residents can get the latest information on City's curbside leaf collection, the resumption of commuter parking fees, recommended Halloween trick-or-treating hours, and plenty more with the City’s fall newsletter, which was distributed to subscribe...

Geneva Flag Lowered For Former Alderman Aschom

The Geneva flag at City Hall has been lowered to half-staff in memory of former Alderman Thomas Aschom, 89, who died Sept. 23.Mr. Aschom was a 58-year resident of Geneva and served two terms as Fifth Ward alderman from 1969 to 1977. He and his wife Polly ...

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled For Sept. 15 In Geneva

Clarke vehicles will be spraying a mosquito control application citywide Wednesday, Sept. 15 to reduce the adult insect population in Geneva.Spraying is scheduled to take place from dusk to dawn starting Sept. 15 into Thursday, Sept. 16.The City’s contrac...

City Seeks Applications For Fire & Police Commission

Want to make a difference in your community but not sure where to start? The City of Geneva is looking for a dedicated volunteer to fill a vacancy on its Fire and Police Commission.The commission is charged with hiring all full-time officers for the Fire ...

Kane County Health Department Reminds Businesses, Residents Of Mask Mandate

The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) reminds businesses and residents that Executive Order 2021-22 requires all individuals in Illinois who are age 2 or older and able to medically tolerate a face covering to wear a face mask over their mouth and nose...

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 2021 online survey.The survey results will guide the City Council as they determine priorities, improve services and move forward in implemen...

City Flag Lowered For Longtime Little Traveler Employee

The Geneva flag at City Hall has been lowered to half-staff in memory of Joe Greenberg, 95, who died Sept. 2 after working at The Little Traveler for more than five decades.Mr. Greenberg served as an unofficial and beloved store ambassador. was According ...

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. 13 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 ...

Kane County Hosting Recycling Event Sept. 11

Kane County will be conducting a recycling event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 11 at the Kane County Circuit Clerk's Office, 540 S. Randall Road, St. Charles.The program will be accepting electronics, aerosol products, latex paint, propane canisters...

Cultural Arts Commission Introduces Fourth Bike Rack Art Installation In Downtown Geneva

Bicyclists have a new spot to hitch their ride as Geneva’s latest art sculpture combines a functional bike rack with a new downtown public art project.  Located at the northwest corner of Third and Franklin streets, the “Skyward” is the fourth in...

City Offices Closed For Labor Day; Refuse Schedule Changes During Holiday Week

Geneva's City offices will be closed for business Monday, Sept. 6 in observance of Labor Day.Normal business operations will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 7.Garbage collection will take place on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 10-11, one day later than normal due t...

City's Underground Electric Cable Replacement Project Starts In September

As the City of Geneva wraps up its current underground electric cable replacement project, the next phase is scheduled to begin this fall.After work was completed this spring, final landscaping will take place in September on the following streets in the ...

City Flag Lowered For Former Longtime Employee

The Geneva flag at City Hall has been lowered to half-staff in memory of Dave Morris, a longtime former employee in the City's Public Works Department.The Geneva resident, who was 61, died on Aug. 24.Mr. Morris worked for 30 years in the Public Works Depa...

Public Info Meeting To Highlight East State Street Reconstruction Project

The City of Geneva will be hosting a public information meeting in September to preview the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) upcoming East State Street reconstruction project.Residents and merchants are invited to the meeting, which will tak...

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled For Aug. 24 In Geneva

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

Celebrate The Flavors Of Fall At Festival Of The Vine

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 portion of the festival runs from Friday to Sunday, Sept. 1...

City Flag Lowered To Half-Staff For Former Alderman

The Geneva flag at City Hall has been lowered to half-staff in memory of former Alderman and community volunteer John Andersen, 93, who died July 30.Mr. Andersen and his family moved to Geneva in 1960. After retiring as an elementary school principal in 1...

Masks Required In City Buildings After County Reaches 'Substantial' COVID-19 Level

Geneva’s City facilities remain open to the public, but masks will now be required for all guests after Kane County's COVID-19 community positivity rate reached a level of “substantial” transmission July 31.The Center for Disease Control (CDC) and Illinoi...

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled For Aug. 3 In Geneva

Clarke vehicles will be spraying a mosquito control application citywide Tuesday, Aug. 3 to reduce the adult insect population in Geneva.Spraying is scheduled to take place from dusk to dawn starting Aug. 3 into Wednesday, Aug. 4.The City’s cont...

Kane County Hosting Solar Project Town Hall Meeting

As part of Kane County's green initiatives, the County announced a Judicial Center solar project proposed for the northeast corner of Peck and Bricher roads.The County's Energy and Environmental Committee will be conducting a solar project town hall meeti...

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled For July 22 In Geneva

Clarke vehicles will be spraying a mosquito control application citywide Thursday, July 22 to reduce the adult insect population in Geneva.Spraying is scheduled to take place from dusk to dawn starting July 22 into Friday, July 23.The City’s contractor wi...

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

With a large crowd expected to attend the Geneva Arts Fair this weekend, 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 Sunday, July ...

Geneva Conducting Commuter Parking Survey

Recognizing the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted employment and commuting habits, the City of Geneva is conducting a survey to assess future parking demands.The City is reviewing parking policies that may need to be adjusted to address shiftin...

Arts Fair Returns To Downtown Geneva

Historic downtown Geneva serves as a picturesque backdrop for the Geneva Arts Fair, which will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 24-25 on South Third Street.For almost 20 years, the juried Geneva Arts Fair has risen in attendance...

City Newsletter: Plenty Of Summer Fun Ahead

Geneva residents can get the latest information on City's COVID-19 response for residents/businesses, new garbage rates, recycling news, and plenty more with the City’s summer newsletter, which was distributed to subscribers July 7.Readers also can learn ...

Shakespeare In The Park Presents 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'

Geneva’s popular Shakespeare in the Park event returns to Island Park Saturday, July 17 with “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The free performance starts at 6 p.m.This light-hearted comedy, which is suitable for all ages, is a classic tale of runaway lovers, ...

Summer Concert Series Brings Family Fun To Geneva

After a one-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Geneva’s RiverPark Summer Concert Series returns to provide two free nights of entertainment along the Fox River.The concerts will be held at 6 p.m. July 11 and Aug. 8 at River Park, located at North R...

Geneva Extends Temporary Outdoor Seating For Restaurants & Bars Through 2021

Geneva restaurants and bars now have the option to offer temporary outdoor seating through the end of 2021. If the request involves using public property, a new license agreement must be submitted to the City by Friday, July 2.After the onset of the COVID...

Geneva Garbage Collection Rates Increase In July

Geneva’s garbage collection rates will be adjusted starting Thursday, July 1 as part of the City’s contract with Lakeshore Recycling Systems.A refuse sticker will cost $2.97 beginning in July. However, people who purchased stickers at the current rate of ...

Geneva Makes The Grade With Daily Herald Readers' Choice Survey

Geneva was recognized as a top community for dining, shopping, entertainment, and more as part of the 2021 "Daily Herald Readers' Choice" survey.Geneva ranked second for both the best city to live and the best downtown atmosphere catego...

Geneva Encourages Residents To Participate In Voluntary Electric Load Reduction Program

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...

Keep Tabs On Geneva's Outdoor Watering Schedule

As Geneva residents fine-tune their summer watering schedules, 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 address ...

Geneva Write Now Short Story Contest Winners Announced

The City's Cultural Arts Commission announced the winners of the inaugural 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 their origina...

Candidates Sought For Vacant City Treasurer Seat

After the April 6 election garnered no filings for the office of City Treasurer, the City of Geneva is now seeking candidates for that seat.Starting in 2003, Patrick McQueeny served 18 years as Geneva’s City Treasurer before deciding not to seek...

City Rolls Out Downtown Recycling Pilot Program

Downtown Geneva is going green with new dedicated recycling containers being installed on South Third Street this week as part of a new pilot program.Shopping and dining patrons will be able to conveniently recycle empty bottles and aluminum cans at each ...

City, GHS Create Friendship Chairs For Graham’s Patio

During their next visit to Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream in downtown Geneva, patrons will be able to enjoy that sweet treat in the two decorated “friendship chairs” on the patio.Last year, the City’s Inte...

Application Deadline Extended For 'Art On Fire' Contest

After a one-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the City’s “Art on Fire” hydrant design program returns this spring inviting Geneva residents to bring their artistic creativity into the community.The City, in collaboration with the Cultural Arts Commission, is s...

Geneva Police Social Worker Program Extended

After conducting a successful eight-month pilot program, the City will continue its partnership with the Association for Individual Development (AID) to provide a part-time, on-site social worker at the Geneva Police Department.AID social worker Mekayla A...

City Seeking Applications To Serve On DEI Task Force

The City of Geneva invites residents and stakeholders to apply to serve on the City’s new Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force.Through the development of the City's 2025 Strategic Plan and in subsequent goal-setting meetings, the City affirmed its...

Voters Cast Their Ballots For Geneva's City Council

Geneva residents went to the polls April 6 to cast their vote in the 2021 Consolidated Election, which included seats for mayor and aldermen on the City Council.Here are the unofficial vote totals from the Kane County's Clerk Office as of April 7...

Geneva Retains Strong Moody's Aa2 Credit Rating

The City of Geneva has retained its Aa2 credit rating on general obligation debt, according to a Moody’s Investors Service report released March 29.  

Moody’s report states “Geneva’s credit position is very ...

Geneva Continues To Remain 'The Best Of The West'

Readers of "West Suburban Living" Magazine once again ranked Geneva as the premier community for dining, shopping and festivals as part of its 2021 "Best of the West" contest.Geneva was named the top city readers would most like to liv...

Geneva Mourns The Loss Of Graham's Chocolates Owner

The Geneva community is mourning the loss of Bob Untiedt, 64, proprietor of Graham's Chocolates in downtown Geneva, after he passed away March 21.“Bob’s humility, hospitality and humanity was without equal" Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns said. "He was...

Geneva Public Works To Flush Fire Hydrants This Spring

The City of Geneva will be flushing fire hydrants throughout the community for a four-week period starting Monday, April 5 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 drin...

Geneva Continues 'Tree City USA' Tradition

Geneva has been named a "Tree City USA" community for the 21st time thanks to the City’s commitment to effective urban forest management.The Arbor Day Foundation’s most recent recognition is based on meeting four core standar...

City Council Authorizes Outdoor Seating For Restaurants, Bars Starting In Spring

The City of Geneva has once again adopted new temporary guidelines to assist restaurants and bars in expanding their outdoor seating options this spring and summer.The City will be distributing information to local restaurant and bar owners and has posted...

Geneva's Brush Collection Begins In April

Geneva residents who plan to tackle spring yard work in the coming weeks should take note that the City’s 2021 monthly brush collection program starts in April.Brush pickup is intended for the disposal of tree limbs and branches that are removed...

Geneva Broadcast Network Now Available On MetroNet

Residents who have subscribed to MetroNet's TV service can now watch City meetings and other Geneva Broadcast Network programming on channel 93 starting in March.The Geneva City Council approved a cable franchise agreement with MetroNet in 2017 to allow t...

Geneva Mourns The Loss Of Former Fire Chief Rosenfelder

The City of Geneva is mourning the loss of former Fire Chief William "Bill" Rosenfelder, 86, who died Feb. 24.Born in 1934, the lifelong Geneva resident graduated from Geneva High School in 1952. After college, Mr. Rosenfelder found his passion ...

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 Lakeshore Recycling Systems, Inc. Yard waste bags set...

City Hosting 'The Fire This Time' Online Book Discussion

The community is invited to participate in a virtual discussion in March regarding the bestselling book “The Fire This Time: A New Generation Speaks About Race.”Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns and Traci O’Neal Ellis, the Illinois Math and Science Academy’s Chief...

Cultural Arts Commission Hosting Virtual Film Screening To Commemorate Black History Month

In celebration of Black History Month, the Geneva Cultural Arts Commission will sponsor a virtual screening and discussion of the documentary “Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am.”Morrison was a noted American writer whose best-selling novels explored the blac...

Geneva City Council Approves 2021-22 Budget

The Geneva City Council unanimously approved a $102.9 million 2021-22 fiscal year budget, a 3.7% decrease from the current budget, during its Feb. 1 meeting.  The City's budget is a combination of 37 individual budgets, all having different purpo...

City's Fleet Maintenance Supervisor Wins APWA Honor

The American Public Works Association's Fox Valley Branch has selected Geneva's Joe Czysczon as its 2020 Professional Manager of the Year Award - Public Fleet category.Czysczon was hired as the City's Fleet Maintenance Supervisor in 2017 to help modernize...

Geneva Cultural Arts Commission Hosting Short Story Contest

The Geneva Cultural Arts Commission invites budding and experienced Geneva writers to share their original work through the Geneva Write Now short story contest.The contest is open to adults and students in middle school and high school. The contest theme...

Geneva's Wine, Cheese & Trees Going Virtual

Geneva’s Wine, Cheese & Trees fundraiser may be going virtual in 2021, but the overall mission of raising money to plant new trees in the community remains the same.The City’s Natural Resources Committee and the Geneva Park District Foundation are tea...

City Seeks Applications For Fire & Police Commission

Want to make a difference in your community but not sure where to start? The City of Geneva is looking for a dedicated volunteer to fill a vacancy on its Fire and Police Commission.The commission is charged with hiring all full-time officers for the Fire ...

Two People Injured In Multi-Unit House Fire

Two people suffered minor injuries after a multi-family house was damaged by a fire April 4 in the 100 block of Woodlawn Street on Geneva’s east side.The Geneva Fire Department was dispatched at 11:17 p.m. to the home, which had been subdivided into two a...

Geneva Home, Two Cars Damaged In Fire

No one was injured after a single-family house was damaged by a fire March 21 in the 3000 block of Winding Meadow Lane on Geneva’s west side.The Geneva Fire Department was dispatched to a residential structure fire at 5:30 p.m. reported by both ...

Geneva Mourns The Loss Of Former Fire Chief Rosenfelder

The City of Geneva is mourning the loss of former Fire Chief William "Bill" Rosenfelder, 86, who died Feb. 24.Born in 1934, the lifelong Geneva resident graduated from Geneva High School in 1952. After college, Mr. Rosenfelder found his passion ...

Significant Fire Damages Geneva Township House

No one was injured after a single-family house was damaged by a fire Feb. 13 west of Peck Road in unincorporated Geneva Township.The Geneva Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 6:14 p.m. at 0N760 Wenmoth Lane after a neighbor cal...

Keep Fire Hydrants Clear Of Snow This Winter

With 5 inches of snow falling this week and more on the way this weekend, the Geneva Fire Department wants to remind residents to clear out the closest fire hydrant to their house.A fast and adequate water supply for the Fire Department can make the diffe...

Geneva Police Determine Armed Person Report Unfounded

Geneva Police responding to a report of a potentially armed person inside a home Oct. 5 in the 200 block of Lineas Lane have deemed the incident unfounded.A neighbor called 911 at 2:12 p.m. to report hearing screaming and yelling, followed by the sound of...

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, Oct. 1.State Street (Route 38) between Third and Ninth streets will be shut down at 2 p.m. to accommodate the event. All st...

City Seeks Applications For Fire & Police Commission

Want to make a difference in your community but not sure where to start? The City of Geneva is looking for a dedicated volunteer to fill a vacancy on its Fire and Police Commission.The commission is charged with hiring all full-time officers for the Fire ...

Fox Valley Marathon To Impact Downtown Geneva Traffic

Several downtown Geneva streets will be closed to traffic early Sunday, Sept. 19 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...

Commuter Parking Fees Reinstated This Fall

Geneva’s daily and quarterly permit parking fees will be reinstituted in October as more commuters head back to the office.Commuter parking fees were suspended after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Daily fee parking in the City’s Third Street ...

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

With a large crowd expected to attend the Geneva Arts Fair this weekend, 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 Sunday, July ...

Geneva Police Social Worker Program Extended

After conducting a successful eight-month pilot program, the City will continue its partnership with the Association for Individual Development (AID) to provide a part-time, on-site social worker at the Geneva Police Department.AID social worker Mekayla A...

No Charges To Be Filed Following Incident Near Harrison Street School

No charges will be filed against a man who approached a student on April 22 walking to Harrison Street Elementary School, 201 Harrison St.The man saw a report of the incident and voluntarily came to the Geneva Police Department April 24. During the police...

Geneva Police Investigating Suspicious Incident Near Harrison Street School

Update - April 26

No charges will be filed in this case after the Geneva Police Department interviewed the man and determined no criminal activity occurred. See the City's news release for more details.

Original News Release - April 22

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Geneva Police Recognized For Excellence In Policy & Training

Last year, the Geneva Police Department responded to more than 11,700 calls for services. Those calls ran across a wide spectrum to include criminal investigations, mental health crisis interventions, domestic disturbances and violence, school security, t...

Geneva Police Respond to Reported Shooting

On March 27, 2021, at 1:32 a.m., Geneva Police Department personnel were dispatched to a reported aggravated discharge of a firearm in the 600 block of South First Street (Route 31) in Geneva.

An Aurora resident, 27 years of age, was driving a black 2014 B...

Skateboarder Dies From Injuries Sustained In Route 25 Car Accident

A 23-year-old man riding a skateboard that was struck by a car March 21 on Route 25 in Geneva has died from injuries suffered in the accident.Joshua Farwell, 23, whose last known listed address was in St. Charles, was pronounced dead at 12:40 a.m. March 2...

Skateboarder Injured In Route 25 Car Accident

A 23-year-old Batavia man riding a skateboard was critically injured after being struck by a car at 8:12 p.m. March 21 in the 1500 block of Crissey Avenue (Route 25), just north of the Fabyan Windmill in Geneva.According to multiple witnesses, the man was...

Kane County SWAT Training Exercise Set For March 23

The Kane County SWAT team will be conducting sniper training starting at 4 a.m. Tuesday, March 23 at the Prairie Green Preserve, located near Peck and Keslinger roads in Geneva.The training will focus on a potential SWAT response to find an armed suspect ...

Geneva Police Officers To Take The At Home Polar Plunge

The format may be different, but the Geneva Police Department is once again raising money for Special Olympics Illinois with a new look 2021 Law Enforcement Torch Run At Home Polar Plunge challenge.Sgt. Brad Jerdee, Officer Chuck Parisi and Officer Mark R...

Geneva Police Create Citizens At Risk Program

The Geneva Police Department announced a new initiative to assist residents who may be at risk of becoming lost, disoriented, or unable to find their way home on their own due to their special needs status.The Police Department’s Citizens At Risk Program ...