City of Aurora, IL 1st Ward

09/02/2026

🍂 Help Ward 1 Choose Fall Cleanup Sites!

The City of Aurora's Community Engagement Division is planning its Citywide Fall Cleanup Day, and they are asking Ward 1 residents to help identify locations that could benefit from some extra care.

Through the Site Selection Survey, residents can suggest parks, streets, trails, or public spaces in their ward that may be a good fit for this year’s cleanup efforts. Resident feedback will help determine the locations for the event.

Complete the Site Selection Survey Today: https://www.aurora.il.us/CleanUpSurvey
Save the Date: Saturday, October 24 | 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

A separate volunteer sign-up survey will be available soon for residents who would like to participate at one of the selected cleanup sites.

08/12/2026

Join Ward 1 Alderman Dan Barreiro and the Collier Community Center on Saturday, August 15 from 2 P.M. to 5 P.M. at Walmart, located at 2900 Kirk Road, for their annual Back To School Fundraiser & School Supply Drive!

The free event will include free food, games, free school supplies, live music, bombas socks, and so much more!

08/06/2026

Join the City of Aurora's Mayor's Office, in partnership with the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Aurora, IL Metropolitan Chapter and the Aurora Area League of Women Voters, on Saturday, August 8 from 10 A.M. to 12 P.M. at 2185 Liberty Street for a free Civics Workshop as part of the Summer Civics Series!

The class is designed to build civic skills, deepen the public’s understanding of how City decisions are made, and empower residents to take an active role in shaping Aurora’s future.

Reserve your spot today at www.aurora.il.us/SummerCivics 📲

❗ THIS SATURDAY: Free Civics Workshop Hosted By The City Of Aurora!

Join the City of Aurora's Mayor's Office, in partnership with the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Aurora, IL Metropolitan Chapter and the Aurora Area League of Women Voters, on Saturday, August 8 from 10 A.M. to 12 P.M. at 2185 Liberty Street for a free Civics Workshop as part of the Summer Civics Series!

The class is designed to build civic skills, deepen the public’s understanding of how City decisions are made, and empower residents to take an active role in shaping Aurora’s future.

Reserve your spot today at www.aurora.il.us/SummerCivics 📲

08/03/2026

Join the Collier Community Center on Saturday, August 15 from 2 P.M. to 5 P.M. at Walmart, located at 2900 Kirk Road, for their annual Back To School Fundraiser & School Supply Drive!

The free event will include free food, games, free school supplies, live music, bombas socks, and so much more!

For more information on donations, email [email protected].

06/19/2026

Yesterday marked another milestone in Aurora as we celebrated the ribbon cutting at RiverEdge Park. I was honored to be a part of the ceremony. The Park is bigger, better and ready for Blues on the Fox this Saturday. The amenities will enhance the experience for for both visitors and entertainers making the venue even more enjoyable.

06/07/2026

🚨 If you light it, we will cite it!

🎆 Under City Code Sec. 29-30, the use or possession of fireworks is prohibited. Fines can reach $1,000, and property owners may also face serious penalties.

📲 Report illegal fireworks by calling 311 or (630) 256-4636 if outside City limits, online at www.aurora.il.us/311, or by calling 911 if the situation threatens the safety of persons or property.

✅ For more information and details, visit https://www.aurora.il.us/ReportFireworks

06/05/2026

Visit the Aurora Farmers Market for opening day tomorrow at 8 A.M. at 65 S. Water Street in downtown Aurora!

06/05/2026

❗ Work For The 2026 Aurora Special Census!

✅ The City of Aurora’s Special Census Initiative has returned, as the City pursues a count of its population held outside of the normal census. During the 2020 Census, it was reported that the City of Aurora lost approximately 17,000 people. The reported loss in population has led to the City losing over $4.3 million per year in revenue.

🏡 The City will be conducting a new construction count, which counts specific areas throughout Aurora that have recently been built and are now occupied! Through this new count, the City expects to increase its population total, and help fund key day-to-day operations and services provided to residents.

💵 Currently, the U.S. Census Bureau is hiring Field Supervisors and Field Representatives to assist in completing the Aurora Special Census, with pay ranging from $21-$24.50, plus excellent benefits!

📲 To submit your application, please visit: www.aurora.il.us/SpecialCensusJobs.

☀️ The 2026 Aurora Special Census is scheduled to begin with the Internet Self-Response Period on July 23!

05/05/2026

📆 Ward 1 Residents, join me on Saturday, May 9 from 8 A.M. to 11 A.M. at the Spring St. Commuter Parking Lot (N. Lincoln Ave. and Spring St.) for the annual Ward 1 Neighborhood Clean-Up Event!

🗑️ Trash compactors will be on-site to collect the following acceptable items: building materials, empty or dried out paint cans, discarded furniture, household appliances, carpet & pads, grills, wood, metal, old toys, bicycles, mattresses, and similar items.

♻️ S&S metal recyclers will also be on-site to collect items such as aluminum, auto batteries, radiators, brass, copper, insulated wire and steel!

Looking forward to seeing you there!

04/23/2026

♻️ The City of Aurora is hosting a free Electronics Recycling Drive-Thru on Saturday, April 25 from 8 A.M. to 12 P.M. at the Route 59 Metra Train Station, located at 1090 N. IL Route 59.

🌟 All items are free to recycle, including televisions, but registration is required! All residents MUST register in advance for a time slot. Required registration opens on Friday, April 3 at 7 A.M.

✅ The event is open to the first 2,000 Aurora residents who register. ID is also required.
✅ Each vehicle is limited to two screens — either televisions or computer screens — but can have an unlimited number of other electronics.
✅ Only approved household items and electronics will be accepted!

📲 For more information on the event, and to view a full list of accepted items, please visit www.aurora.il.us/ElectronicsRecycling.