Batavia Active Transportation Advisory Commission

05/13/2026

04/18/2026

Join us May 16th at Unity of Fox Valley!

03/24/2026

The Batavia ATAC will be in attendance at this years community egg hunt! We'll see you all there!

Who's ready to hunt eggs?🥚 The fun begins at 9:30 a.m. with a bounce house and visits with the Bunny. 🐰 The egg hunt starts at 10 a.m. sharp! ⏰ With egg zones designed for every age group, kids will leave with a heart full of joy and eggs in hand! 🎉 Plan to arrive early and get ready for a morning filled with joy!

03/12/2026

This SATURDAY, March 14 is Pi Day and StrongTowns Batavia hosting its first What the Bus?! group bus ride event!
Meet up is in front of the Batavia Public Library at 11am (sharp!) and hop aboard a Pace Suburban Bus to Harner's Bakery in North Aurora for a slice of delicious pie.
The event is a chance to experience our local transit system. If you've never ridden a Pace bus but always wanted to try, then now is your chance!

01/29/2026

🎉 We’re proud to share that Batavia has officially been recognized as a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists! After years of planning and on-the-ground improvements, this designation celebrates our commitment to making Batavia safer and more welcoming for people who bike. 🚲
Keep riding and helping make our community a great place to live! Learn more: https://www.bataviail.gov/page/active-transportation-advisory-commission

10/07/2025

🚶‍♂️🚴‍♂️🛴 **National Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day – October 8th!** 🛴🚴‍♀️🚶‍♂

Let’s get moving! October 8th is **National Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day**, and we encourage students, families, and the whole community to walk, bike, or roll to school! 🌟

👮‍♀️ **Heads up:** There may be an increased police presence at schools on October 8th to welcome students and help keep everyone safe. Driver's please be aware that there will be more pedestrian traffic than usual.

✅ **Safety Tips for the Day:**
• 📵 **Unplug:** Avoid distractions from electronics
• 👀 **Make eye contact** with drivers before crossing
• ✨ **Shine bright:** Wear reflective or brightly colored clothing
• 🚸 **Cross correctly** at intersections and crosswalks
• 🧠 **Stay alert** and be aware of your surroundings
• 🔄 **Keep your head on a swivel** for turning vehicles
• 👯 **Find a buddy** or group for added safety
• 🗺️ **Plan your route** ahead of time
• 🚶‍♀️ **Use sidewalks** or walk facing traffic when there’s no sidewalk
• 👈👉👈 **Look left-right-left** before crossing the street

Let’s make this a fun, safe, and healthy day for everyone! 💙

09/23/2025

2025 Kane & Northern Kendall Bike Map Update

Kane County has updated the Kane & Northern Kendall Counties Bike Map and the Kane County Highway Map. The new 2025 bike maps are available to residents free of charge using the order form below.

Kane County has updated the Kane & Northern Kendall Counties Bike Map and the Kane County Highway Map. The new 2025 bike maps are available to residents free of charge using the order form below.

08/16/2025

Remember to announce and pass safely on the left when using our region’s many excellent trails!

Important etiquette reminders from DuPage County and relevant to the entire Prairie Path. Look for these posted signs.

Most importantly
- The speed limit is 15mph for all users
- Announce and pass on the left

Enjoy a safe summer on the trail.

08/13/2025

Headed to the Batavia Farmers’ Market this Saturday (Aug. 16)? Bring the kids to the Kids Tent! 🚲
Hosted by the Batavia Active Transportation Advisory Commission, your little adventurers can:

Make their own safety buttons 🎨

Learn how to patch bike tires 🛞

Grab a new blinking reflector ✨

…and more — all FREE!

Catch us between 8 a.m. and noon on North River Street. Let’s make safety fun!

🥕 Come visit the Batavia Farmers' Market this Saturday, August 16 on N. River Street from 8am-noon!

👋 This week, we welcome:
❤️ Batavia Masonic Lodge #404 at the BEI Properties Community Tent
and
🚴‍♂️ Batavia Active Transportation Advisory Commission at the Kurt Hagemann of Gateway Financial Partners Kids Tent
PLUS
🖼️ 45+ artists, crafters, makers & vintage sellers with the Artisan Collective Batavia

🫶 A Batavia MainStreet program

07/23/2025

🚲 Bicycle Thefts on the Rise in Batavia 🚨

The Batavia Police Department is seeing an uptick in bicycle thefts around town—and most have one thing in common: unlocked and unattended bikes.

🔒 Reminder: Always lock your bike, even if you're stepping away for just a minute.

Need a lock? ✅ You can check out a bike lock for free from the Batavia Public Library.

📋 Also, protect your ride by registering your bike with the Batavia Police Illinois
Bike Registration Form: https://bataviail.gov/FormCenter/Police-7/Bicycle-Registration-73

Let’s work together to keep Batavia safe and bike-friendly! 🚴‍♂️