City Officials
Mayor
Jerry Smith
City Council
David Jacobson
Ward One
Bill Finucane
Ward Two
Michael Marquardt
Ward Three
Patrick Fagan
Ward Four
Kate Noreiko
Ward Five
Mike Verbic
Ward Six
Anthony Faivre
Ward Seven
City Clerk
Susanna Herrmann
Interim City Manager
Patty Hoppenstedt
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May 5th is "City of DeKalb Day" at NIU Baseball
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This Saturday, May 5th, the Northern Illinois University Men's Baseball team invites residents to come on out to the first ever City of DeKalb Day. Join your friends and neighbors for a great family friendly event as the Huskies take on the University of Toledo Rockets.
In honor of City of DeKalb Day, Mayor Jerry Smith will throw out the first pitch. First pitch will be at 1:00 p.m. with the game to follow. Entry is free to all members of the public and no tickets are needed. Come early to get the best seats.
Huskie baseball games are played at Ralph McKinzie Field located on the west side of Huskie Stadium. Free parking is available in any of the campus parking lots.
For more information on Huskie athletic events, check out the official website of
NIU Athletics
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In This Issue
NIU Baseball
2018 Street Maintenance Program
Safe Streets Initiative
Kishwaukee Kiwanis Multi-Use Path
DeKalb Municipal Band
Summer Water Usage
Street Light Upgrades
CPR Training Classes
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Annual Street Maintenance to Begin Soon
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The Public Works Department is gearing up for the 2018 Street Maintenance Program. This year's program will consist of street resurfacing and crack sealing. Public Works identified a list of streets to be repaired based on pavement condition, geographic location, location within a tax increment financing (TIF) district, and available funding to create the schedule of streets listed below. These streets will be milled and resurfaced from curb to curb.
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Crack sealing is also included in this year’s street maintenance program. Crack sealing is a cost-effective tool used to extend the life of asphalt and concrete pavements. Using a rubberized, hot-liquid, asphalt material, crews seal the cracks preventing moisture from penetrating the base of the roadway. Water is the most destructive element to pavement. As water enters the cracks, the freeze and thaw cycles of the winter weaken the base causing rapid deterioration. However, with an aggressive and coordinated crack sealing program, Public Works can slow down the deterioration because the flexible, rubberized sealant shifts with the pavement as it expands and contracts.
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As part of the 2018 Street Maintenance Program, Public Works will utilize $440,000 from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to resurface 3,900 feet of roadway along Harvey, Tyler and Charter between South Fourth and South Seventh Streets. In addition, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant sidewalk ramp improvements will be made along South Sixth Street between Culver and Charter Streets.
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Police Department Proposes Next Phase of the Safe Streets Initiative
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In April, the Police Department outlined Phase Three and Four of the Safe Streets Initiative. It is anticipated that Phase Three will be brought before the City Council in the coming months.
Phase Three would establish no parking zones from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. on streets west of Annie Glidden Road, which are shown in blue on the map. This phase would help to curtail overnight parking by non-residents in areas with public safety concerns.
The Safe Streets Initiative is a multi-faceted plan that incorporates four phases of various parking provisions that help ensure streets are clear, have enhanced visibility, and improve first responder access.
For more information on the Safe Streets Initiative or to provide input on Phase Three, please visit the
Safe Streets Initiative page
on the City's website.
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Employment
Opportunities
Visit the City's
Employment
page on the website to view and apply for open positions. For more information, contact Human Resources at 815-748-2300.
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Kishwaukee Kiwanis Multi-Use Trail
Scheduled to Open in June
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Construction of the Kishwaukee Kiwanis Multi-Use Trail resumed in April with the installation of a safety structure underneath the Union Pacific Bridge. The structure, which runs along the west bank of the river, will support a series of corrugated steel panels designed to protect bicyclists and pedestrians from falling train debris. A cold, wet spring slowed progress from last year, but the project manager believes the new path will be ready for a June 2018 opening.
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City Educates Residents through Budget Basics Video
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Have you ever wanted to know how your local tax dollars are spent? In an effort to help educate the public about the City's Annual Budget, the Finance Department produced a video titled "Budget Basics 2018". This short 8-minute video provides an overview of the City's budget process and the services provided to residents through the taxes, charges and fees paid to the City.
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As warmer weather arrives, many residents will begin using more water for activities such as watering lawns and gardens, filling up pools, or washing cars. All of these things can affect your water bill.
The Finance Department receives many questions from residents about water bills as usage increases. Here is an example of a commonly asked question:
Do I pay sewer charges on my water bill when we are using water to fill our pool or to water our lawn and gardens?
Yes, all water that goes through the water meter at your residence will be billed on your regular bi-monthly water and sewer bill. However, there are provisions to install a secondary meter if you feel your consumption for lawns, gardens, and pools will be extensive.
Here
you will find the guidelines and charges associated with installing a secondary meter. This program is administered by the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District. You can contact Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District for more detailed information at 815-758-3513.
As a reminder, if you are moving, please contact the Finance Department. You will need to have the following information ready: your address, the last day of service, and a forwarding address so you can receive your final bill. If you have questions, please call 815-748-2085.
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Board of Fire & Police Commissioners
May 1, 5 p.m. at DeKalb Police Department
Human Relations Commission
May 1, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall
Citizens' Environmental Commission
May 3, 4 p.m. at City Hall
Economic Development Commission
May 4, 8:30 a.m. at City Hall
Planning and Zoning Commission
May 9, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
DeKalb Public Library Board
May 9, 7 p.m. at DeKalb Public Library
Committee of the Whole
May 14, 5 p.m. at Council Chambers
City Council
May 14, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board
May 21, 8 a.m. at Ellwood Conference Room
Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission
May 21, 4 p.m. at Haish Conference Room
Airport Advisory Board
May 22, 7 p.m. at DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport Maintenance Facility
Planning and Zoning Commission
May 23, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
Committee of the Whole
May 29, 5 p.m. at Council Chambers
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City Council
May 29, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
Economic Development Commission
June 1, 8:30 a.m. at City Hall
Human Relations Commission
June 5, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall
Planning and Zoning Commission
June 6, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
Citizens' Environmental Commission
June 7, 4 p.m. at City Hall
Committee of the Whole
June 11, 5 p.m. at Council Chambers
City Council
June 11, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
DeKalb Public Library Board
June 13, 7 p.m. at DeKalb Public Library
Citizens Community Enhancement Commission
June 18, 4 p.m. at Haish Conference Room
Planning and Zoning Commission
June 20, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
Committee of the Whole
June 25, 5 p.m. at Council Chambers
City Council
June 25, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
Airport Advisory Board
June 26, 7 p.m. at DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport Maintenance Facility
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ARTigras!
May 4 and 5 at various locations
Come celebrate the arts at ARTigras! On May 4th and 5th, Northern Illinois University and the City of DeKalb will sponsor a celebration of the arts with an art exhibition, wine tasting, a variety show and more! For more information, please click
here.
City of DeKalb Day at NIU Baseball
May 5 at Ralph McKinzie Field
Mayor Smith will be throwing out the first pitch at 1 p.m. Come on out and support your NIU Huskies as they take on the University of Toledo Rockets. Admission is free!
Hopkins Pool Season Opening
May 26 at Hopkins Pool
Are you ready for warm days relaxing by the pool? We certainly are, and luckily Hopkins Pool is about to open for the summer. On May 26 the wading pool will open at 10 a.m. with the general pool to follow at 11:30 a.m. Start the summer season with some fun! Check out the
Park District's
website for additional details.
Memorial Day Parade
May 28 at 8:30 am
The annual DeKalb Chamber of Commerce Memorial Day Parade will kick off at 8:30 a.m. from Second St. and Lincoln Hwy. The parade will continue west to North First St., north to Locust St., west to Linden Pl., and north on Linden Pl.
DeKalb Municipal Band
June 12 at Hopkins Park Band Shell
This year marks the 164th continuous year the DeKalb Municipal Band will be preforming. Bring your friends and family every Tuesday night to enjoy some music! Find out more information about the band at their
website.
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Stage Coach Players
Stage Coach Players, 126 S 5th St, DeKalb, IL
June 7 to 17
Do you enjoy slamming doors, mistaken identities, and non-stop laughing? If so, Stage Coach has the show for you. This June they will be performing Lend Me a Tenor by renowned playwright Ken Ludwig. For ticket information please visit their website by clicking
here.
Egyptian Theatre Events
135 North Second Street, DeKalb, IL
Check out one of the many great events occurring in May and June like a Toby Keith Tribute Band. Not down for a thrown down? That is okay because you can dance through the decades with Dance Dimensions. The Egyptian Theatre has a wide variety of performances for all to enjoy!
DeKalb Public Library Events
309 Oak Street, DeKalb, IL
The DeKalb Public Library offers a variety of programs and events for children and adults of all ages. Check out their
website for details.
Northern Illinois University Events
DeKalb Campus
Northern Illinois University offers a variety of music, arts, and entertainment events that are open to the public. Check out NIU's
Events Calendar for a full list of events.
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City Hall
200 South Fourth Street
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Police Station
700 West Lincoln Highway
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Public Works
1216 Market Street
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport
3232 Pleasant Street
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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Police/Fire Emergency
911
Police Non-Emergency
815-748-8400
Parking Ticket Inquiries
815-748-8412
City Clerk
815-748-2095
City Manager's Office
815-748-2090
Finance Department
815-748-2000
Fire Department
815-748-8460
Mayor's Office
815-748-2099
DeKalb-Sycamore Area
815-748-2367
Transportation Study
DeKalb Taylor Municipal
815-748-8102
Airport
Public Works - Street Division
815-748-2040
Public Works - Utility Division
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15-748-2050
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