City Seeking Applications For Ethics Commission Vacancy

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 Ethics Commission.Upon receipt of a written complaint alleging an ethics violation, the commission is...

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...

City Offices Closed For MLK Day; Refuse Schedule Unchanged

Geneva's City offices will be closed for business Monday, Jan. 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.Normal business operations will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 18.The City's garbage collection will take place on the normal Thursday-Friday schedule 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...

Health Department Encourages Residents To Be Extra Cautious Amid Record Number Of COVID-19 Cases

The Kane County Health Department is reporting that one in five residents being tested for COVID-19 are positive. Kane County is averaging more than 900 new COVID-19 cases per day over the past week, while hospitalizations due to the pandemic have more th...

Stay Connected With The City's Winter Newsletter

Geneva residents can get the latest information on City's live Christmas tree collection, winter parking regulations, storm/sanitary lining projects, and plenty more with the City’s winter newsletter, which was distributed to subscribers Jan. 4.Readers al...

Kane County Announces Vax Hub Appointments Through May

Update

Kane County has extended the Kane Vax Hub operations in Batavia through May 2022.

Original News Release

The Kane County Health Department, in cooperation with the Kane County Board, announces additional COVID-19 vaccination appointments at the Kane Va...

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 ...

Holiday Reminders: City Office Hours, Refuse Schedule

Geneva's City offices will be closed for business Thursday and Friday, Dec. 23-24, and Friday, Dec. 31 in observance of Christmas and New Year's Day.The holidays will not disrupt Geneva's refuse collection. The City's garbage and recycling pickup will rem...

Residents Can Bag Leaves For Free In December

As the City's curbside program winds down, Geneva residents who are still looking to dispose of leaves in December can participate in the City’s leaf bag collection program.Leaves should be placed in brown yard waste bags. Refuse stickers are not required...

Kane County Health Department Urges Vaccination, Prevention In Wake Of New COVID Variant

The Kane County Health Department urges residents to update their vaccination status and take preventative measures to combat the spread of COVID and its variants.Last week, health officials identified Omicron as a new variant of the virus that causes COV...

Place Your Order For A New Parkway Tree Next Spring

Geneva residents interested in a new parkway tree should place their order with the City's Public Works Department by Friday, Jan. 7, 2022.Parkway trees are defined as trees within the City's right-of-way, usually located between the sidewalk/property lin...

City Mourns Loss of Life in Waukesha, Wis.

The City of Geneva mourns the loss of life in Waukesha, Wis. following the tragic events that unfolded at that City's holiday parade on Sunday, Nov. 21.  

City Honors 'Art On Fire' Hydrant Design Participants

The Geneva City Council recognized talented artists who showcased their creativity in the City's 2021 "Art on Fire" hydrant design competition.Hanna Dworkin and Kathleen Brockett won first place for "The Big Red Fire Hydrant" located o...

City Offices Closed For Thanksgiving; Refuse Schedule Changes During Holiday Week

Geneva's City offices will be closed for business Thursday and Friday, Nov. 25-26 in observance of Thanksgiving.Normal business operations will resume on Monday, Nov. 29.Garbage collection will take place on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 26-27, one day later ...

Tickets On Sale For 12th Annual Geneva Steeple Walk

Following a one-year hiatus, the Geneva Steeple Walk returns to usher in the holidays, greeting patrons with a variety of seasonal music concerts at four Geneva churches.Presented by the Geneva Cultural Arts Commission, the Steeple Walk takes place from 2...

City Participating In Toys For Tots Program

The City of Geneva is looking to put smiles on children's faces during the holidays by participating in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve's Toys For Tots program.The community is invited to drop off new, unwrapped gifts at two City locations: the foyer of the...

Geneva Revises Curbside Leaf Collection Schedule

The City of Geneva has adjusted the third – and final – curbside leaf pickup schedule for all zones to provide additional time for leaves to reach the ground.Trees have been slow to drop their leaves this year due to the dry summer and unseasonably warm s...

Geneva Christmas Walk, House Tour Usher In The Holidays

Tradition and surprise. It would not be Christmas without them, and Geneva’s Christmas Walk and Holiday House Tour offer both.

Christmas Walk

The evening begins at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3 with Graham’s Chocolates First Candy Cane of the season being presented...

State Street Manhole Rehab Complete; All Lanes Of Traffic To Reopen Nov. 16

Update - Nov. 16

Following the asphalt paving work earlier in the day, traffic control is scheduled to be picked up this evening at all three manhole construction sites on State Street. All lanes of traffic, along with the Third Street intersection, will b...

Kane County Offers Pumpkin Recycling In Geneva

Kane County, in conjunction with Pushing the Envelope Farm and Northern Illinois Food Bank, is offering a free pumpkin recycling event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 6 in Geneva to help reduce seasonal holiday waste.The event is being held at Pushing ...

Capture The Magic Of The Season With The Geneva Christmas Walk

Yuletide cheer fills the winter air in 2021 when Geneva prepares for its annual Christmas Walk Friday, Dec. 3, which is presented by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce with the support of the City of Geneva.Friday evening begins with Graham’s Chocolates First...

Geneva Flag Lowered For Battalion Chief Gavin Hayes

The Geneva flags at all City buildings were lowered to half-staff Oct. 13 in memory of Geneva Fire Department Battalion Chief Gavin Hayes, 49, who died Oct. 12 after a lengthy battle with cancer.The 27-year veteran City firefighter was a lifelong resident...

Geneva Sidewalk, Curb Construction Resumes

Update

Construction work is resuming the week of Nov. 1 after inclement weather in late October caused project delays.

Original Post

The City's 2021 sidewalk and curb maintenance program is scheduled to take place Monday to Friday, Oct. 25-29, followed by a ...

Geneva Police Participating In National Drug Take-Back Program Oct. 23

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, Oct. 23 as part of the National Drug Take-Back Day.People can turn in thei...

ComEd Tree Trimming Scheduled For November

Commonwealth Edison will be trimming trees this fall on Geneva's west side.Beginning in November, ComEd crews will be trimming trees away from electric lines in the following areas:

• In between Western Avenue and Dunstan Road from Allen Drive to South Stree...

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 ...

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 ...

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'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...

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...

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...

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 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...

Geneva Flag Lowered For Battalion Chief Gavin Hayes

The Geneva flags at all City buildings were lowered to half-staff Oct. 13 in memory of Geneva Fire Department Battalion Chief Gavin Hayes, 49, who died Oct. 12 after a lengthy battle with cancer.The 27-year veteran City firefighter was a lifelong resident...

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 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...

Geneva Police Participating In National Drug Take-Back Program Oct. 23

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, Oct. 23 as part of the National Drug Take-Back Day.People can turn in thei...

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

Geneva Police...

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...