In anticipation of severe weather this evening and to ensure everyone's safety, the City Council and Government Operations meetings scheduled for tonight, July 15, are canceled and will be rescheduled for next Monday. Therefore, the City Council, Government Operations, and Government Services meetings will all be held Monday, July 22.
The City of St. Charles continues cleanup after a powerful storm struck Kane County on July 14. After the storm, several City departments, including Public Works, the Police Department and Fire Department, responded to storm-related service calls. The Southwest quadrant of St. Charles – the area south of Main Street and west of the Fox River – was hit hardest, and experienced the worst of the city’s storm damage.
“With another powerful storm forecasted for this evening, the City is taking proactive measures to ensure public safety,” City Administrator Heather McGuire said.
Dunham Road will be closed between Royal St. Georges Court and Country Club Road beginning July 10, 2024. Please follow the posted detour route. Click here for detour route map. The City of St. Charles Public Works Department is installing a new sanitary main at the intersection of Dunham Road and Royal St. Georges Court.
The Prairie Street bridge will close July 8 to Aug. 9, 2024 for scheduled maintenance. A posted detour route will direct traffic to the Illinois Street bridge and 3rd Street. More information about the project and regular updates, are on the Prairie Street Project page.
Some City of St. Charles Water Customers received a letter from the City and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) on May 15, 2024. The City was required to send this letter to any residents who may have a lead or galvanized water service line in their home. We understand this letter may have caused some concern and we apologize for any confusion.
In April, the City Council approved the budget for the new fiscal year beginning May 1. The City’s total budget for the year is just over $226 million. This includes all operational costs to provide essential services (many of them 24/7) for 33,000 residents and more than 2,000 businesses, including:
Capital Improvement Projects
Work is anticipated to start the week of April 29 for the City of St. Charles 2024 Street Rehabilitation Program. Work includes spot-repairs of curbs, sidewalks, and utilities, and will primarily consist of pavement grinding and replacement. A total of nearly 13 miles of roadway is included in this year’s program, making it one of the largest for the City.
The St. Charles Visitors Cultural Commission is soliciting requests for funding from organizations that support and promote tourism, culture, history, and the arts in St. Charles. The following eligibility guidelines will be used to determine which organizations will be recommended for funding. Organizations must:
The City has successfully transitioned to a new utility billing software as of February 13, 2024.
What You Need to Know
The new plaza will offer a central location for public fairs and festivals, entertainment and events, or just enjoying the views. It creates a welcoming spot to gather in the already popular downtown St. Charles area.
Inviting Plaza Features:
