City of Galena’s holiday electronics recycling schedule
GALENA—Due to the holiday schedule, electronics recycling dates for the City of Galena are different for November and December. Instead of the traditional last-Friday-of-the-month collection, mark these dates on the calendar:
- • Friday, Nov. 20
- • Friday, Jan. 8
- • Friday, Jan. 29
Filing Period for April 6, 2027 Consolidated Election is Nov. 16-23
The period for filing petitions for the April 6, 2027 Consolidated Election will be as follows:
Monday, November 16, 2026 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 19, 2026 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, November 20, 2026 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday, November 23, 2026 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Hillary Dickerson, city clerk, at 815.777.1050 or email hdickerson@cityofgalena.org.
2026-27 Trail Closings Announced
For the safety of all, the Galena River Trail and Galena Gateway Park will be closed during the upcoming deer and turkey firearm hunting seasons.
Trails will not be closed during archery seasons.
- Oct. 10-12, 2026 – Youth firearm
- Oct. 24-Nov. 1, 2026 – Turkey season/firearm
- Nov. 20-22, 2026 – Deer season/firearm
- Dec. 3-6, 2026 – Deer season/firearm
- Dec. 11-13, 2026 – Deer season/muzzleloader only
- Dec. 31, 2026-Jan. 3, 2027 and Jan. 15-17, 2027 – Deer season/late winter antlerless only and special CWD
Call Galena City Hall at 815.777.1050 with questions.
Halloween Trick-or-Treat Oct. 30
The City of Galena Halloween Trick-or-Treat will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30.
The 46th Annual Galena Area Chamber of Commerce Halloween Parade is Saturday, Oct. 31 at 6:30 p.m. on Main Street.
Hydrant Flushing Begins SEpt. 14
On Monday, Sept. 14, the City of Galena will begin flushing fire hydrants. Flushing will occur between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday-Friday for approximately three weeks.
Joint Meeting of Planning Commission and Zoning Board Sept. 9
The City of Galena Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will have a public presentation on the following item at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at City Hall, 101 Green St., Galena.
Candidates May Obtain Petitions August 25 for April 2027 Consolidated Election
The Consolidated Election is scheduled for April 6, 2027. There are five City of Galena seats with terms expiring: four-year terms for Ward I (Cindy Tegtmeyer), Ward IV (Cindy Johnson), At-Large (Jerry Westemeier), and two-year unexpired terms for City Clerk (Hillary Dickerson) and Ward III (Ben Petitgout).
Candidates interested in seeking election may obtain petition papers from the city clerk to begin circulating as early as Tuesday, Aug. 25. Papers must be filed with the city clerk from Nov. 16-23.
Galena Police Department Now Hiring
The Galena Police Department is seeking certified officers with full and part-time experience. Non-certified applicants are also encouraged to apply. The Galena Police Department is an equal opportunity employer looking for a dedicated role model with a strong focus on positive community relations. This individual needs to be committed to protecting and serving the citizens of Galena to the highest standards.
Update on Galena River Trail Closure Near Aiken
A portion of the culvert beneath the bike trail near Aiken collapsed on the afternoon of Saturday, June 13.
We are currently working with residents in the Aiken area to ensure access to and from their homes. As part of these efforts, the bike trail will temporarily accommodate limited vehicular traffic until improved access routes to local roads are established.
City staff, in coordination with consulting engineers, are actively assessing the site conditions, including hydrology and hydraulic factors, to determine appropriate next steps for repair and stabilization.
Please be advised that any rainfall may carry water through the damaged culvert, potentially worsening the collapse and increasing safety risks. We strongly urge everyone to respect the cordoned area and stay clear of the site, as conditions remain dangerous.
Barricades are in place along the trail to maintain a safe distance for the public.
We will provide additional updates as more information becomes available in the coming days following completion of the assessment.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Proposed FY 2027 Budget Now Available
The proposed FY 2027 budget is available for viewing.
