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Posted on: January 23, 2023

Over $1M in Federal Funds Secured for DeKalb Airport

Rep. Underwood and City officials pose with a large check in the Community Hangar at DeKalb Airport

Representative Lauren Underwood (IL-14) visited DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport Friday to celebrate $1,125,000 in federal funding, which Underwood secured for the airport. This funding will be used to replace the airport’s perimeter fencing, the first pha...

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

City Seeking Proposals for Refuse, Recyclables & Yard Waste Collection Services

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A Request for Proposals has been released for Refuse, Recyclables and Yard Waste Collection Services in the City of DeKalb.

The City wishes to provide residents with comprehensive and high-quality services and intends to enter into a waste disposal contrac...

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Posted on: March 15, 2023

Park and Ride Bus Service Starting for Elburn METRA Station

A map shows the location of the City's Frost Lot

The DeKalb Public Transit System is pleased to announce the first Park and Ride for the Route 12 (Elburn route).

The City of DeKalb’s Frost lot, which is located on E. Locust St. between North 6th St and North 7th St, will become the first lot that commute...

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City of DeKalb News
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Curbside Yard Waste Pickup Resumes April 1

Yard waste bags lined up at a curb

LRS will resume seasonal collection of landscape waste on regularly scheduled pickup days beginning April 1.

Residents are reminded of general guidelines:

  • Landscape waste must be placed in approved biodegradable landscape waste bags or open garbage cans not...
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City of DeKalb News
Posted on: February 23, 2023

Oversized Vehicle Restrictions Taking Effect

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Beginning February 27, 2023, at 12:01 A.M. the City of DeKalb will prohibit oversized vehicles from traveling on specific roads. The restriction shall remain in effect until further notice.

Current weather conditions contribute to a phenomenon known as the...

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City of DeKalb News
Posted on: February 17, 2023

Bridge Replacements Underway

Photos of the N. Frist St. and Lucinda Ave. bridges over the Kishwaukee River.

The bridges over the Kishwaukee River for both North First Street and Lucinda Avenue are now closed for reconstruction, with substantial completion and return of traffic access programmed for mid-August of this year.

The North First Street bridge, construc...

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City of DeKalb News
Posted on: January 11, 2023

DeKalb Transit Increases Frequency of Elburn Bus Service

Huskie buses stopping on the NIU campus

The DeKalb Public Transit System is running increased frequency to and from the city of DeKalb to the Elburn METRA train station.

During regular service, the route 12 (Elburn) has increased its AM trips from two to five trips each morning and from one trip...

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City of DeKalb News
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Over $1M in Federal Funds Secured for DeKalb Airport

Rep. Underwood and City officials pose with a large check in the Community Hangar at DeKalb Airport

Representative Lauren Underwood (IL-14) visited DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport Friday to celebrate $1,125,000 in federal funding, which Underwood secured for the airport. This funding will be used to replace the airport’s perimeter fencing, the first pha...

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