Kane County Election Guide 2026: Candidates, Referendums And How To Vote

Here's what Kane County voters need to know about candidates, ballot questions, early voting and more ahead of the Nov. 3 election.

Rep. Ugaste to Host Traveling Office Hours in Elburn on Oct. 15

State Representative Dan Ugaste’s office invites constituents to attend a Traveling Office Hours event in Elburn on Thursday, Oct. 15.

League Of Women Voters Plans Events For National Voter Registration Day

Students will have the opportunity to register to vote ahead of the mid-term election in November.

Geneva Residents Can Learn About 2030 Strategic Plan At Upcoming Meeting

Geneva's 2030 Strategic Plan is developed with broad community input.

5 Geneva City Council Seats Will Be On 2027 Consolidated Election Ballot

One seat in each of Geneva's five aldermanic wards, all carrying four-year terms, will be up for grabs.

Garbage Collection Rates To Increase Next Month In Geneva

The price increase is part of the city's contract with Lakeshore Recycling Systems.

Geneva Seeks Community Input For 2040 Comprehensive Plan

The city is beginning the planning process for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

Russell, Johnson Projected To Win Primaries For Kane County Sheriff: Clerk

Unofficial totals show that former Coroner Rob Russell and current Undersheriff Amy Johnson will be on the ballot in November.

Geneva Residents Appear To Overwhelmingly Vote 'No' On $60M Referendum: Clerk

Residents were asked to vote on a nearly $60 million public safety plan to address aging public infrastructure.

Geneva 2026 Primary Election Guide: Who's Running, What You Need To Know

The Illinois primary is March 17. Here is everything you need to know to cast your vote in Geneva.

Geneva Food Pantry Receiving Funds Through State's 'Missing Money' Program

Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs is returning $100,000 in missing money to food pantries throughout the state.

Geneva City Council Approves Lowest Property Tax Rate Since 1980

Based on city records dating to 1980, the 2025 property tax levy is the lowest on record in Geneva, officials said.

Ceiling Collapse, Rodent Woes: $60M Public Safety Plan Referendum On March 2026 Primary Ballot

Geneva residents will vote in March on whether or not to approve a new public safety plan, increasing their taxes by almost $300 annually.

'No Kings' Protests Planned This Weekend In Geneva

The "No Kings" protest is planned in opposition to the Trump administration.

New City Administrator Appointed Following Stephanie Dawkins' Retirement

Geneva's next city administrator brings 15 years of municipal experience serving in a variety of roles within the City of Aurora.

Geneva Mayor To Appoint City Treasurer After No Candidates File In April Election

The city is accepting applications to fill the vacant seat after no candidates filed to run in the April 1 consolidated election.

Geneva City Administrator Of 9 Years Set To Retire

Stephanie Dawkins has worked for the City of Geneva for a total of 17 years, with the last nine spent as city administrator.

Garbage Rates To Increase Again In Geneva

The rate increases are a result of Geneva's contract with its waste collector, Lakeshore Recycling Systems.

Geneva City Administrator Announces Retirement

After nearly three decades in the public sector and nine years as Geneva's city administrator, Stephanie Dawkins will retire this summer.

3 Alderman Races To Watch In Geneva: See Unofficial 2025 Results

See which candidates running for alderperson appear to have been voted into Geneva City Council in Tuesday's consolidated election.

Burns Leads Pawlik In Race For Geneva Mayor: 2025 Election Results

Unofficial tallies show that incumbent Mayor Kevin Burns is poised to secure another four-year term in Geneva, the clerk's office reported.

Kevin Burns Vs. Karsten Pawlik For Geneva Mayor: 2025 Election

Karsten Pawlik, a construction professional and 24-year resident of Geneva, is looking to unseat Geneva's longest-serving mayor.

Larry Furnish For Geneva 3rd Ward Alderperson: Candidate Survey

Larry Furnish, a 36-year resident of the Third Ward, is one of three candidates running for alderperson of his ward.

Lee Eysturlid For Geneva 3rd Ward Alderperson: Candidate Survey

Lee Eysturlid, a history instructor, is one of three candidates running for alderperson of Geneva's 3rd Ward.

2 Geneva Advisory Boards Seek High School Student Representatives

Geneva high schoolers are invited to join two city advisory boards as student representatives.

'We Will Run Out Of Money': Kane County Wants Retail Sales Tax Boost

It will be up to voters to decide whether to pass or fail a referendum requesting a 0.75 percent increase to the local sales tax.

Rally To Protest 'Fascist Takeover' Planned On Geneva Bridge

The "Unite & Resist" rally in Geneva falls on International Women's Day.

New Townhome Subdivision To Be Built In Geneva, City Council Votes

The new development off Peck Road will offer Geneva residents diverse housing options, two alderpersons shared.

Public Safety Facilities Referendum Question Taken Off Geneva Ballot

Geneva voters will no longer be asked in April to issue general obligation bonds to fund building new fire and police stations.

City Council To Consider New Geneva Townhome Development

The townhouses will provide a "product type that is currently in demand and undersupplied in Geneva," the developer said.

Geneva Council Could Approve Lowest Property Tax Rate Since 1980

The proposed property tax rate could reach a record 44-year low if Geneva City Council approves the tax decrease next month.

Geneva Looks To Fill Vacancies On Strategic Plan Advisory Committee

The city is looking to appoint two dedicated volunteers to fill vacancies on the committee.

New 5th Ward Alderperson Appointed Through 2025 Consolidated Election

Mayor Kevin Burns appointed William Malecki to fill the vacant 5th Ward alderperson seat.

Geneva 2025 Consolidated Election: Who Filed For Mayor, Alderperson

The terms for Geneva mayor, five alderperson roles, city clerk and city treasurer are expiring next April.

9 Complaints Made On Election Day In Kane County: State's Attorney

Of the nine complaints, half were related to electioneering activity, officials said.

Geneva Voter Guide: What To Know Before Tuesday's Election

Early voting dates, how to register and what's on the ballot. Here's what Geneva-area residents need to know on Election Day.

How To Register To Vote In Geneva

Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Geneva ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Brownson-Baumann House Under Consideration For Historic Designation

The house, built of steel and glass, stands as "one of the few remaining examples of mid-century modern architecture" in Geneva.

Community Feedback Wanted For Future Of Geneva Infrastructure

Problems are the police station floods, City Hall isn't accessible, and a fire station was built to serve a population from 30 years ago.

Application Deadline Nears For Vacant Geneva City Council Seat

Craig Maladra, who was one of two alderpeople for Ward 5, resigned when his family moved out of the ward, officials said.