City of Sycamore, Illinois

09/04/2026

Happy Labor Day, Sycamore!

Here’s to the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers in our community and across the country. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

City offices will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Regular hours resume Tuesday, September 8.

08/20/2026

Too soon to talk Halloween? We don’t think so! 🎃

Downtown Sycamore will soon be filled with little ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and more! If your business or organization would like to be part of the fun, sign up to participate in Downtown Trick-or-Treating on Thursday, October 22. 🍬

📅 Register by October 9 at www.cityofsycamore.com/trickortreat

Gather your treats, get creative, and join us in making this a memorable Halloween celebration for the community! 🕷️🧡

08/14/2026

August Spotlight: Back-to-School Habits & Upgraded Recycling ♻️🎒

With families transitioning into new fall routines, August is the perfect time to build smart disposal habits at home and in our schools.

Three Tips for a Sustainable August:

➡️Toss Cold Drink Cups in Recycling: Thanks to expanded processing infrastructure, polypropylene plastic cups (such as iced coffee and cold drink cups marked #5) and paper to-go cups are now accepted in curbside recycling! Ensure they are empty and dry before placing them loose in your cart.

➡️Pack a Waste-Free Lunchbox: As school begins, encourage reusable containers, water bottles, and cloth napkins. Keeping single-use plastic wrap and snack bags out of school bins helps keep organic and recycling streams clean.

➡️Stick to the Core Recycling Rules: Remind students and residents to keep food, liquids, plastic bags, and electronics/batteries completely out of recycling carts.

The Core Goal

Empowering the next generation with simple, effective sustainability practices helps build thriving, resilient communities.

To learn more about local guidelines or explore school resources, visit wm.com/RecycleRight.

08/12/2026

Happy , Sycamore!

♻️Did you know that everyday plastic waste can break down into microplastics that end up in our local watersheds and aquatic environments? Help keep our community’s water clean by saying no to plastic!

💧Water quality is a top priority for Sycamore’s employees, residents, and businesses. We believe the key to continued improvement is ongoing communication between the city and our community. Have a question? Give Public Works a call at 815-895-3545.

08/06/2026

Have you seen Sycamore's newest mural yet? 🎨 Stop by the west wall of the Sycamore State Theater to admire this beautiful new addition to downtown! ✨

✨ A new work of art now brightens downtown Sycamore!

The City of Sycamore, Illinois Beautification Committee has added another stunning mural to the west wall of the Sycamore Theatre, bringing even more color and creativity to the heart of our community.

Created by artist Brett Whitacre, this beautiful piece celebrates the character and charm of Sycamore while making downtown an even more colorful, welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike.

Be sure to stop by, snap a photo, and tag Discover Sycamore Tourism so we can see your favorite shots!

📍West wall of the Sycamore State Theater
420 W. State St., Sycamore, IL

🎨 Artist: Brett Whitacre

07/30/2026

Join your local first responders for National Night Out! 🚓🚒 We hope to see you on Tuesday, August 4, from 5–8 p.m. at Hy-Vee.

National Night Out ~ August 4th ~ 5PM-8PM
at 2700 DeKalb Avenue

Bring the family out to meet your First Responders!
DeKalb Police Department Northern Illinois University - Police and Public Safety Sycamore Fire Department DeKalb Illinois Fire Department will have police vehicles, fire engines, and more on hand. There will be raffle prizes, games, K9 demonstrations, and even a dunk tank with your local officers ready to go!

07/20/2026

🌸 Nancy Marchiando's family and friends visited Sycamore on June 20th to see the memorial planters.

The Nancy Marchiando Memorial Fund was created in collaboration with the Sycamore Beautification Committee. Committee members Cindy Henderson and Alicia Cosky greeted the family, and Cosky related how the memorial fund became established.

The family was impressed by the planters and very grateful that their mother is remembered in such a beautiful manner in downtown Sycamore, a place she dearly loved!

07/13/2026

Due to forecasted high temperatures, Waste Management routes will begin approximately one hour earlier than normal, with residential waste and recycling collection starting at 6:00 a.m.

Residents are encouraged to place their carts at the curb the evening before their collection day to help ensure pickup before crews arrive.

Thank you for helping keep collection running smoothly. Stay cool and stay safe! ☀️

07/08/2026

Did you know that letting your grass grow a little longer actually helps it survive the summer heat? It reduces evaporation and fights off weeds all on its own. So, before you turn that sprinkler on, go step on your lawn. If it bounces back – your grass is doing just fine! 🌱

💧 Water quality is a top priority for Sycamore’s employees, residents, and businesses. We believe the key to continued improvement is ongoing communication between the city and our community. Have a question? Give Public Works a call at 815-895-3545.