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Mayor Kaptain Presents Annual State of the City Address

Elgin Today host Jeff Myers interviews Mayor Kaptain to reflect on events of 2020, City operations, services and finances, capital improvement projects and new and expanding businesses. Mayor Kaptain also provides insights to Elgin's future. Read on...
2021 Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Applications Available

Deadline for submission of applications and supporting documentation is Friday, April 2. Read on...
Elgin Extends City Hall Closure and Suspension of Non-Essential Inspections until February 8

The City is limiting interactions with the public by extending the closure of City Hall and suspending non-essential inspections until Monday, February 8. This action follows Governor Pritzker's executive order extending statewide Tier 3 mitigations. Read on...
Kane and Cook Counties Accepting Vote by Mail Applications for Primary and Consolidated Elections

Kane and Cook Counties are now offering vote-by-mail applications for both the February 23 primary election and the April 6 consolidated elections. Elgin residents who are registered to vote can apply to vote by mail. Read on...
Pledge To Be Your Neighborhood's Sidewalk Hero!

Sidewalk Heroes are people who help their fellow neighbors by keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice. Clear sidewalks assist children walking to and from school or their bus stop, the elderly, those with physical disabilities, mail carriers and more! Read on...
2021 City of Elgin Budget

Read the 2021 Adopted Budget and Financial Plan Read more...
Elgin Insight - Check out what we've been up to!

Highlighting the City of Elgin’s work in executing the 2018-2022 Strategic Principles and Priorities, Elgin Insight recognizes initiatives that relate to the City’s core values and defined goals and provides greater insight on issues affecting the City. Read on...