City Administrator Laura Newman responds to “fictional” mean (and nice) tweets from social media.

And, introducing River, the Batavia Police Department Comfort Dog.

City Administrator Laura Newman introduces the project's main goal: improving safety for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists by converting four narrow lanes into two bi-directional lanes with a center turn lane.

City Engineer Rahat Bari outlines the implementation process, which involves repainting lane markings, and estimates completion by the end of October.

The project, primarily funded by a $1 million Illinois Transportation Efficiency Program grant, will run from Fabyan Parkway to Mooseheart Road, excluding a section of downtown.

While no official detours are planned, travelers should expect some delays.

Sergeant Langston from the Batavia Police Department educates viewers on properly using the new center turn lane and emphasizes the need for patience as everyone adjusts to the changes.

Officials stress that this project addresses long-standing community requests and recent safety incidents, aiming to create a safer Route 31 for all users.

"Batavia Street Stories with the Mayor" is a video series featuring Mayor Jeff Schielke exploring Batavia, Illinois' history. He discusses significant streets and landmarks, including Bellevue Place, Donovan Bridge, and streets named after notable figures like Johnny Ozier and Craig Sager. The series combines historical insights with personal anecdotes, showcasing Batavia's rich heritage.

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They specialize in producing cost-effective, on-deadline, short, engaging vertical videos.

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