COVID-19 Information and Resources
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The City of DeKalb is dedicated to providing the community with updates and information related to the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 31, the State of Illinois extended the "stay at home" order through April 30. The City is committed to providing essential services during this time. While some City offices are closed to the public, staff is prepared to assist residents and businesses with almost any need.
We also understand the economic impact this event has taken on residents and businesses, so the City is taking steps to help. Most late fees have been waived for the time being and the City has extended assistance to local hospitality businesses through a refund of certain local taxes.
For more information about how the City of DeKalb is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic,
click here.
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COVID-19 Update
Census Day
Utility Assistance
Job Opportunities
Telecommunicator Week
Dine Out DeKalb
Building Permits
City Hall Move Postponed
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Today is a day 10 years in the making. It is Census Day! Millions of Americans have already completed their United States Census to ensure their communities receive appropriate representation and federal and state funds. Join them by filling out your
Census to give DeKalb a complete count.
Why does the 2020 Census matter to residents that live in DeKalb, Illinois you may ask? There are the two important reasons:
- The Census determines how $675 billion of state and federal funding is given to local communities every year until 2030
- The Census determines the number of seats each state has in the House of Representatives.
Funding received by the state and federal government goes directly to services our community uses daily, such as improving our streets, education programs, health programs, and assisting non-profit organizations and business with more accurate demographic information for our community.
Please take five minutes and fill out the Census at
2020Census.gov and help our community for the next decade.
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The City offers financial assistance for water and garbage service to those who qualify. The program is income-based and individuals must be at least 62 years of age or disabled.
Submit completed applications via the utility payment drop box located at City Hall, mail to 200 S Fourth Street, fax 815-748-2304, or e-mail your application to
waterbilling@cityofdekalb.com. Applications must be submitted by April 15.
If you have any questions please call 815-748-2085.
Please note that late fees and service terminations have been suspended until further notice as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Visit the City's
Employment Page
to view and apply for open positions. For more info, contact Human Resources at 815-748-2300.
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Job Opportunities with the City
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The City of DeKalb currently has multiple openings for individuals to join our dedicated team. Positions include Accounting Manager, Police Chief, Seasonal Public Works Maintenance, Skilled Maintenance - Wells, and Water Service Maintenance. If you or someone you know would be a great fit for one of these positions please send them our way.
For more information on any of these positions, please visit our
website.
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National Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week
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April 12 through 18 is National Public Safety Telecommuncator's Week. The Communications Division works as the front-line response for receiving emergency and non-emergency telephone inquires for police, fire, and emergency services within our community.
The Communications Division is focused on their mission to protect and serve while receiving and dispatching calls for service by enhancing the safety of our officers, fire personnel, and our community.
In order to comply with Illinois Department of Public Health standards, Telecommunicators (TC) are required to maintain at least 12 hours of continuing education credits each year in order to retain their Emergency Medical Dispatch license. TCs also perform tasks involving administrative support, monitoring Smart911 and disseminating Alert DeKalb notifications to city residents in events of severe weather, snow route activation, road closures, safety concerns, or other emergencies requiring targeted or citywide notification
Last year alone, our TCs answered over 123,863 phone calls, which was an 11% increase compared to 2018. We thank all of the hard working individuals that help keep our community safe.
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In light of Governor Pritzker's "stay at home" executive order, the Chamber of Commerce has compiled a list of restaurants that are offering delivery, pick-up, curb-side, and drive-thru services during the "stay at home" period. For a list of restaurants participating click
here.
Show your support of local restaurants by posting a picture of your meal to Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram and use #DineOutDeKalb
We want to support our local restaurants during this difficult time. Show the Chamber how you are supporting our local restaurants. Enter #DineOutDeKalb to be entered to win a local restaurant gift card. More information is available on the DeKalb Chamber's
website.
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The Building Division wishes to remind residents that when they are looking to build a new deck and or upgrading their current deck they are required to get a permit. Here are some tips to make that process easier.
- You must obtain a deck permit
- You will need to provide a sketch or a plan of the proposed deck with your permit application
- A list of materials that will be used needs to be submitted
- There are three inspections required for decks: 1. After post holes are dug 2. When framing is complete and 3. A final inspection when the project is complete.
Please contact the Building Division at 815-748-2070 with any and all questions about permits. They are happy to assist and ensure your project is a success. For a complete list of deck installation requirement click
here.
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Receive important notifications from the City by signing up for ALERT DeKalb. Text, email, and phone messages are used to alert the public to emergency situations, severe weather, and traffic disruptions.
Users can also text
ALERTDEKALB to
67283 to report criminal or suspicious activity and quality of life concerns.
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City has decided to postpone the move of City Hall until after the "stay at home" order is lifted. This will ensure that all staff and moving personnel are safe.
In the meantime, the City will be working to implement over $40,000 in technology upgrades at the DeKalb Public Library for live streaming City Council meetings. These upgrades will allow the City to broadcast meetings, which helps ensure open and transparent government.
Be on the look out for additional communications from the City on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram for an exact move date.
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, non-essential meetings may be canceled. Please check the City's website for up to date information.
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Planning and Zoning Commission
April 8, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
DeKalb Public Library Board
April 8, 7 p.m. at DeKalb Public Library
Committee of the Whole Meeting
April 13, 5 p.m. at Council Chambers
Regular City Council Meeting
April 13, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
Fire Pension Board
April 9, 8 a.m. at City Hall
Police Pension Board
April 17, 10 a.m. at DeKalb Police Department
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Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission
April 20, 4 p.m. at City Hall
Planning and Zoning Commission
April 22, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
Joint Review Board
April 24, 1 p.m. at Council Chambers
Committee of the Whole Meeting
April 27, 5 p.m. at Council Chambers
Regular City Council Meeting
April 27, 6 p.m. at Council Chambers
Airport Advisory Board
April 28, 7 p.m. at DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport
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To view agendas for City meetings, please go to the City's Agenda Center
here
.
To check for meeting cancellations and location updates, please check the City Website
here
.
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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
7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport
3232 Pleasant Street
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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City Clerk
815-748-2095
City Manager's Office
815-748-2090
Community Development Department 815-748-2060
DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport
815-748-8102
Finance Department
815-748-2000
Fire/Police Emergency
911
Fire Non-Emergency
815-748-8460
Mayor's Office
815-748-2099
Police Non-Emergency
815-748-8400
Public Works Department
815-748-2040
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