The City of West Chicago has initiated a search for a new City Administrator following the former Administrator stepping away. The City has partnered with a local government recruitment firm to help facilitate the search which may take up to six months. westchicago.org/news/west-ch…

West Chicago City Hall will open at 8:30 a.m. instead of 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 15. After the delayed opening, it will remain open for regular business hours until 4:30 p.m. westchicago.org/news/west-ch…

Intermittent lane closures are expected through November along Roosevelt Road (IL-38) from Technology Boulevard in West Chicago to Pierce Avenue in Wheaton. These closures are part of a large-scale resurfacing project being conducted by IDOT. westchicago.org/news/intermi…

The West Chicago City Council meeting on Monday, May 5, has been relocated to West Chicago Community High School, where newly elected Council members will be sworn in. A performance will precede the meeting, with a reception following its conclusion. westchicago.org/news/may-5-c…

A new tornado siren system is scheduled to go live today, Thursday, May 1, for communities served by DuPage Public Safety Communications (DU-COMM), including West Chicago. westchicago.org/news/du-comm…

The City of West Chicago has published the 2025 Lead Service Line Inventory and Lead Service Line Replacement Plan. To support these documents, a new online resource has been launched to keep residents informed about the Project. westchicago.org/news/lead-se…

After nearly a decade, the Mexican Cultural Center DuPage will step away from organizing the Mexican Independence Day Festival. The City of West Chicago will continue hosting the event and is now seeking a new organization to coordinate the 2025 fest. westchicago.org/news/call-fo…

The City of West Chicago has been awarded a $2 million grant to support downtown improvements, including new planter beds, festoon lighting, updated street furniture, replacement of brick paver sidewalks, and upgrades to sewer and water infrastructure. westchicago.org/news/2-milli…

The DuPage County Election Division has reported the official results of the April 1, 2025, Consolidated General Election. Voters elected 5 new representatives—including 4 Aldermen and the Mayor—and reappointed 3 Aldermen to the West Chicago City Council. westchicago.org/news/2025-co…

City staff will be at West Chicago City Hall tonight, Wednesday, April 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. for an informal, drop-in event to share information on upcoming projects, community resources, and ways to engage with the City. westchicago.org/news/west-ch…

Residents in the Cornerstone Lakes and Forest Trails neighborhoods of West Chicago may experience traffic impacts and limited driveway access as the City begins its 2025 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, scheduled to be complete in September. westchicago.org/news/2025-ro…

Eastbound traffic near Hawthorne Lane and Ingalton Avenue will be closed on Wednesday, April 23, starting around 7:30 a.m. and continuing through the afternoon for sewer repairs. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes when possible and drive with caution in the area.

A controlled burn is scheduled to take place today, April 8, near Hawthorne Lane, between Woodside Drive and Atlantic Drive, starting at 11 a.m. This may result in smoke in the area. westchicago.org/news/control…

View a list of new and expanding businesses on the City of West Chicago’s website. westchicago.org/news/west-ch…

Intermittent lane closures are expected through November along Neltnor Boulevard (IL-59) from North Avenue (IL-64) in West Chicago to Batavia Road in Warrenville. These closures are part of a large-scale resurfacing project being conducted by IDOT. westchicago.org/news/intermi…

To assist residents with information about the upcoming Consolidated Election on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, the City has provided helpful information on its website that are also available on the DuPage County Clerk’s website. westchicago.org/news/consoli…

Prince Crossing Road is closed between Meadowview Crossing and Hawthorne Lane today, Thursday, March 20, through approximately 8 p.m. while ComEd workers complete repairs in the area. westchicago.org/news/prince-…

As part of a goal in its Comprehensive Plan, the City has been recording City Council and Standing Committee meetings and publishing them online. Recordings include English closed captioning and Spanish-language transcriptions to ensure accessibility. westchicago.org/news/restori…

City Hall and the Police Station lobbies are open until 6 p.m. each Wednesday, in addition to regular hours (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday). During these extended hours, staff are available to assist residents with questions or services. westchicago.org/news/extende…

Focus on revitalizing the downtown, improving service delivery, and enhancing the quality of life for residents remain at the forefront of the City's priorities in 2025. westchicago.org/news/west-ch…