Galena Country launches new weekly online visitor's guide
New for residents and visitors, Galena Country Tourism has launched "This Week in Galena Country," a weekly visitor's guide feature on it's website, visitgalena.org. The new feature is accessible by scanning the QR code or clicking here.
Electronics recycling dates for 2025
Electronics are banned from landfills in Illinois and may not be included in the refuse or recycling containers you set out for collection. The City of Galena offers free recycling of most electronics at City Hall the last Friday of each month (changes with holiday schedule) from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Television and computer monitors are accepted during this time period for a recycling fee of $25 per unit. This is the cost for the City of Galena to recycle each unit.
Benches available for sponsorship
Honor or remember a loved one, a family or a pet by sponsoring a bench. The City of Galena has benches available for sponsorship at Rec Park and Green Street Plaza.
Galena Begins Comprehensive Plan Process
The City of Galena is kicking off the year-long process to update its comprehensive plan. This planning process offers an opportunity for residents and the business community to express their vision for the city and identify what issues are most important.
Galena River Trail Maintenance Planned
A section of the Galena River Trail will be closed on Monday morning, August 26, for maintenance.
New City of Galena Website Now Live
The City of Galena, Illinois is excited to announce that its new website is now live for the public at www.cityofgalena.org.
View Livestreams of City Meetings
All city meetings may be viewed live on the City of Galena YouTube Channel