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City of St. Charles financial reporting practices have earned recognition from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). For the 37th consecutive year, the City of St. Charles’ Annual Comprehensive Financial Report was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. The award is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting. It recognizes the City of St. Charles for showing a spirit of full disclosure in clearly communicating the City’s financial picture as of the end of the fiscal year.

The City of St. Charles is thrilled to announce that Whole Foods Market will be opening its doors at the former Blue Goose Market site in downtown St. Charles.

A new five-year contract with Lakeshore Recycling Systems was approved at the June 19, 2023, City Council Meeting. New rates go into effect July 1, 2023 for City of St. Charles residents.

Stickers purchased prior to July 1, 2023 are valid through July 31, 2023, so residents can use their current supply.  After July 31, if residents still have unused stickers they can exchange them at the Utility Billing Office, 2 E. Main Street.

2023 Refuse Rates

The City of St. Charles Home Rule Sales Tax on “General Merchandise” will increase from 1.0% to 1.5% effective July 1, 2023. The .5% increase, or 50 cents on $100, will provide a consistent, dedicated revenue stream to fund ongoing improvements to City roads and related infrastructure. This sets the new total General Merchandise rate for the City at 8.5%.

Nine members were appointed to the newly formed Equity & Inclusion Commission at the June 5, 2023, City Council Meeting. The new commissioners were recommended for appointment by Mayor Lora Vitek and will serve staggered terms.

Utility rate adjustments for City of St. Charles water, sewer, and electric utility customers were approved at the May 1, 2023, City Council meeting and become effective on the utility bills issued in June. At the meeting, a 6% increase in water rates and sewer rates was approved. The City recommended no adjustments in the electric rates.

Elected Officials to be Sworn In
The April 4 Election returned some familiar faces to the St. Charles City Council. It also resulted in a couple of new faces. All will be administered the Oath of Office by the honorable Judge Elizabeth Flood at the May 1 City Council Meeting. Everyone is invited to attend this traditional event which starts at 7 p.m., in City Council Chambers, 2 E. Main Street.

John Edward Frank has withdrawn from the Ward 3 alderperson position. A candidate will be sought to fill the Ward 3 spot.