Batavia Public Library Competitors

DuPage County is a hub of economic vitality, features expansive natural spaces, delivers high-quality services, and prides itself on being a place where all can thrive. The County provides exemplary services in a financially sustainable manner to make our County a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family. DuPage County is the second-largest county in Illinois with more than 930,000 residents. DuPage is a major employment center for northeastern Illinois, home to 630,000 jobs, 90,000 businesses, seven hospitals, two national laboratories, 18 institutions of higher education, 300 miles of bikeways, and 23,000 acres of forest preserve property. Core county government services include the provision of: public safety/sheriff’s office and the operation of the county jail; administration of the 18th Judicial Circuit Court, the second-largest court system in the state; construction and maintenance of the County highway and trails system; delivery of public health, environmental health, mental health care, and substance use prevention; assistance with food, emergency shelter, utilities, and transportation services to residents in need; programs for seniors, including adult protective services; flood control and stormwater management; job training and job search support; water and sewer services; building and permitting; zoning enforcement; administration of countywide elections; operation of the County nursing home; emergency management and emergency preparedness; and operation of the County animal shelter. DuPage County continues to receive a AAA Bond Rating from two major credit rating agencies. County government also accounts for 2% of the average property tax bill.

Our strategic priorities include School Success, Express Creativity, Feed Your Imagination, and Welcome to America. We’re dedicated to providing excellent customer service in a diverse urban area. Our 97,000-square foot main library which opened in 2015 includes a makerspace and a media production lab. We also have two branches and a bookmobile. We serve six school districts in four counties, and our bookmobile provides library services to students in East Aurora School District 131.

The Batavia Park District has been providing memorable experiences in parks and recreation for the community since its inception in 1969. Nestled in the scenic Fox River Valley and just 45 miles west of Chicago, Batavia serves a thriving, growing community 26,000 people strong. Batavia boasts a windmill heritage, rich in history and steeped in traditional family values. Batavia became a popular place to settle because of its close proximity to the river, trails, thoroughfares, and direct access to Chicago. Add to those elements the family-oriented nature of the city, small hometown feel, and old-fashioned values. Founded in 1833, it is the oldest city in Kane County. The Batavia Park District was established in 1969 through voter referendum. Since its establishment, the Park District maintains and operates approximately 350 acres, comprised of 40 sites, an in-line skating/skateboarding park, a very unique aquatic facility, a museum and a multitude of baseball and soccer fields and tennis and basketball courts. The Park District offers more than 1,000 programs each year and serves nearly 94,800 participants through various recreational, arts, and environmental programs. Vibrant and charming, Batavia's Riverwalk (named one of the Midwest region's "Top 10" by the Chicago Tribune) is known for being a unique recreational area in the downtown area. The Batavia Park District is committed to excellence and is a leader in providing leisure experiences that enhance the quality of life for our community.