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...

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...

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

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...

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...

Jay Womack Named Swedish Days Parade Marshal

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the year’s previous Wood Award recipient, Jay Womack, also will be honored as parade marshal for the Swedish Days parade.Womack was born in Geneva. During grade school, he moved to Yorkville and g...

Swedish Days Entertainment Lineup Announced

Geneva's 73rd annual Swedish Days Festival runs from Wednesday to Sunday, June 21-25, in downtown Geneva and has an array of talent that offers something for every type of music fan.The festival is organized by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.“Bringing a m...

Memorial Day Reminders: City Hours, Parade & Garbage Pickup

Geneva City offices will be closed Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume Tuesday, May 30.Geneva Police announced street closures that will be implemented May 29 for the American Legion Fox River - Geneva Post 75 M...

Shop The Geneva Store Holding Final Flash Sale

The City of Geneva is hosting a final flash sale where all remaining merchandise (outside of garbage stickers) is being discounted by 50% before the Shop The Geneva Store closes in mid-July.You can Shop the Geneva Store in person from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ...

Registration Open For Swedish Days 5k Lopp

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce and Chicago Area Track & Field are pleased to announce the return of a 5k run to the Swedish Days Festival.  The Swedish Days 5k Lopp will commence at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 24 at Peck Farm Park, 4038 Kaneville R...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Stay Connected With The City's Spring Newsletter

Geneva residents can get the latest information on brush collection, City Council election results, hydrant flushing, community events, and plenty more with the City’s spring newsletter, which was distributed to subscribers April 6.Check out Geneva's rece...

Geneva Police Participating In National Drug Take-Back Program April 22

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, April 22 as part of the National Drug Take-Back Day.People can turn in their medica...

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 Historic Preservation Commission and Strategic Plan Advisory Committee.The Historic Preservation Commi...

City Offices Closed April 7; Garbage Pickup Remains Same

Geneva City offices will be closed Friday, April 7 in observance of the Easter holiday.Normal business hours will resume Monday, April 10.Garbage pickup during the weeks of April 3 and 10 will remain on the regular Thursday-Friday collection schedule.Plea...

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 ...

Peck Road Farmhouse To Be Demolished March 22

A City contractor will begin demolishing a farmhouse Wednesday, March 22 at 64 Peck Road on Geneva's west side.The home and property located north of Heartland Drive were purchased by the City. The wood frame, single-family house has previously been used ...

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...

Public Works To Flush Fire Hydrants This Spring

Update

Due to an unexpected well repair, the City's hydrant flushing program will now start the week of April 17.

News Release

The City of Geneva will be flushing fire hydrants throughout the community for three weeks starting Monday, April 10 as pa...

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....

Western Avenue Railroad Crossing To Be Closed Starting March 17

The Western Avenue railroad crossing will be closed to traffic starting at 9 a.m. Friday, March 17 as Union Pacific conducts maintenance repairs.  The crossing is expected to be shut down to cars for three days and should be open by the morning o...

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 Chamber To Host Citywide Garage Sale

Time to clean out those attics, basements and closets with the Geneva Chamber of Commerce's Citywide ABC Garage Sale taking place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, April 28-29.Participants will have their address and key items listed on a map ...

Geneva Public Works To Clean Cemeteries In April

The Geneva Public Works Department is scheduling its semi-annual clean-up at two City cemeteries the week of April 3, weather permitting.People who have decorations or personal items placed at gravesites should remove them in March at Oak Hill, 799 Bennet...

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...

Candidates File To Run For Geneva City Council Seats In 2023

Another election is on the horizon, but this time residents will be voting for candidates running for the Geneva City Council.One seat in each of the City's five wards is up for election, which will take place Tuesday, April 4, 2023. Each position carries...

Geneva Announces Holiday Hours; Garbage & Christmas Tree Pickup Schedule

City of Geneva offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 23; Monday, Dec. 26; and Monday, Jan. 2 in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays.Geneva’s garbage and recycling collection will be delayed one day later than normal during the holiday we...

City Of Geneva Issues Winter Parking Reminders

With winter weather on the horizon, 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:

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City Honors 'Art On Fire' Hydrant Design Participants

The Geneva City Council recognized talented artists who showcased their creativity in the City's 2022 "Art on Fire" hydrant design competition.Kristine Metoyer won first place for "Flowers In Bloom" located on Sixth and Frankl...

Geneva To Participate In Electric Vehicle Readiness Program

The City of Geneva was selected to participate in the EV Readiness program, a unique initiative launched earlier this year to help local governments prepare to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.The Metropolitan Mayo...

Geneva Flag Lowered For Former Riley Drug Owner

The Geneva Flag at City Hall was lowered to half-staff in memory of Jim Riley, 94, a former alderman and owner of the former Riley Drug store. He died Nov. 17.Mr. Riley bought the former Wayne Drugs store in 1967 in downtown Geneva and renamed the busines...

Jay Womack Named Chamber's Wood Award Winner

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce Wood Award recipient for 2022 is Jay Womack, who serves as the City's Natural Resources Committee chair.

The Wood Community Service award is presented each year by the Chamber to an individual who has made significan...

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...

Tickets Are Sold Out For 13th Annual Geneva Steeple Walk

The Geneva Steeple Walk returns to usher in the holidays, greeting patrons with a variety of seasonal music concerts at four local churches.Presented by the Geneva Cultural Arts Commission, the Steeple Walk takes place from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4. ...

Brick Repair Project To Impact Third Street Traffic

South Third Street will be limited to one lane of traffic during daytime hours starting Thursday, Nov. 3 as a contractor repairs Geneva’s downtown brick crosswalks.Crosswalks scheduled to be repaired on Third Street include James, Franklin, and Fulton str...

ComEd Begins Emergency Construction Project

Commonwealth Edison began an emergency construction project Oct. 17 in Geneva’s Allendale subdivision to replace an aging underground cable.More than 2,700 Geneva customers experienced numerous momentary power outages Oct. 13 on the City&rsq...

Finance Department To Be Closed Oct. 27 For Training

The Geneva Finance Department will be closed for business Thursday, Oct. 27 as City staff participates in software training.City utility bill payments can be paid online; sent via U.S. Mail; or deposited in dropboxes (no cash please) located at City Hall,...

Geneva Announces Curbside Leaf Collection Schedule

As Geneva residents prepare to rake in the coming weeks, the City’s curbside leaf program will roll out in late October and continue throughout November.Curbside leaf pickup is divided into three geographical zones, with each zone collected thre...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...