New Baden IL Police Department

05/28/2026

Spread the call for help please.
HERO DOWN FLAGS UP
NEW BADEN, IL POLICE OFFICER DAVID P JORDAN
The Flagman’s Mission Continues needs help from the community of
NEW BADEN ILLINOIS
and surrounding communities to create a memorial of flags:
on: Thursday May 28th, 2026 and Sunday May 31st, 2026
Up to 600 (3 x 5 flags on 10-foot poles) to show respect to a fallen hero. If you can carry 5-lbs and walk you can help!
Should be able to accomplish this in about 3 hours with enough help
>If you are running a little late please still come and help.
SET-UP
Date: May 28th 2026 Thursday
Time: 4pm central time
Location: New Baden Village Park
Veterans Memorial Dr
New Baden, IL 62265
United States
TAKE DOWN:
Date: May 31st, 2026 Sunday
Time: 2pm central time
Location: New Baden Village Park
Veterans Memorial Dr
New Baden, IL 62265
United States
NOTES:
• We will need approximately 8 clean empty pickup trucks (no trailers please) to transport some flags.
• We will be bringing 600 flags, needed equipment and provide instructions for setting up and taking down flags.
• Recommend wear gloves and walking shoes. Your own beverages, hydrate.
• Youth groups, children (prefer over the age of 11) are encouraged to help.
• There is no commitment or sign up, just show up either or both days if you can. We need just as many people to take down the flags as we need to set them up.
Any questions please call or text us at 618-409-0323.
Missions additional information:
Visitation: Friends may visit from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2026, and from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2026, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, 120 north Illinois street Belleville, IL
Funeral: A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2026, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, 120 north Illinois street Belleville, IL, with Msgr. William McGhee officiating.
-Procession to follow to the New Baden Village Park, New Baden, IL, for final prayers.

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

The Village of New Baden is proud to welcome the community to the Grand Opening of the New Municipal Building located at:

📍 1214 E. Cedar St, New Baden, Illinois

The new facility will serve as the home of:
• New Baden Village Hall
• New Baden Police Department
• Lookingglass Emergency Services District

🏡 OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, May 31 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Come tour the new facility, meet your local departments, and see what’s new!

✂️ RIBBON CUTTING & DEDICATION CEREMONY
Monday, June 1 at 6:00 PM

Join us as we officially open the doors to this exciting new chapter for our community.

We look forward to celebrating with you as we continue Building for today. Investing in tomorrow. Proud to serve our community. 🇺🇸

04/28/2026

Village Hall has issued Solicitor Permits to individuals from:
* Mad City Windows & Bath (Home Remodeling - Yearly Permit)
* CF Solar Solutions (Solar Panels - Today Only).
They can only solicit between 10am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday. These solicitors have been verified by the New Baden Police Department.
As a reminder: whenever someone comes to your door, ask to see their solicitors permit before discussing anything with them. The Village of New Baden issues very few permits (most companies try to avoid them). Attached is an example the Village's Solicitor’s License. They are always yellow in color and will have my signature on them.
Anytime someone comes to your door and you have an issue or a concern about them, please call the Police Department, 618-588-7741, IMMEDIATELY. Do not wait for a more convenient time as the solicitor could possibly move on from the area. Solicitation hours are only from 10am to 5pm, Monday through Saturday. No solicitation is allowed on Sundays or Holidays.
If you notice door-to-door solicitation after 5pm, please contact the New Baden Police Department, 618-588-7741.
You can also post a sign on your door that states "ONLY REGISTERED SOLICITORS INVITED" OR "NO SOLICITORS INVITED"

Village Hall has issued Solicitor Permits to individuals from:
* Mad City Windows & Bath (Home Remodeling - Yearly Permit)
* CF Solar Solutions (Solar Panels - Today Only).

They can only solicit between 10am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday. These solicitors have been verified by the New Baden Police Department.

As a reminder: whenever someone comes to your door, ask to see their solicitors permit before discussing anything with them. The Village of New Baden issues very few permits (most companies try to avoid them). Attached is an example the Village's Solicitor’s License. They are always yellow in color and will have my signature on them.

Anytime someone comes to your door and you have an issue or a concern about them, please call the Police Department, 618-588-7741, IMMEDIATELY. Do not wait for a more convenient time as the solicitor could possibly move on from the area. Solicitation hours are only from 10am to 5pm, Monday through Saturday. No solicitation is allowed on Sundays or Holidays.

If you notice door-to-door solicitation after 5pm, please contact the New Baden Police Department, 618-588-7741.

You can also post a sign on your door that states "ONLY REGISTERED SOLICITORS INVITED" OR "NO SOLICITORS INVITED"

04/15/2026

3:38 pm: Village Hall is aware of the current power outage.

Staff have been in contact with the Village’s Ameren representative. At this time, there are no updates regarding the cause of the outage or an estimated time for power restoration.

We will share updates as they become available.

04/10/2026

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🌿 VILLAGE OF NEW BADEN 🌿
🌿 SPRING ORDINANCE REMINDER 🌿
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As spring begins, the Village will be increasing enforcement of ordinance violations to help maintain safety, property standards, and community appearance.
🚨 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
🌱 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
✔ Grass & weeds must be under 8 inches
✔ Do NOT blow grass into streets or sidewalks
✔ No open burning within Village limits
🚗 VEHICLES
✔ Must be licensed, titled, insured & operable
🧹 GENERAL UPKEEP
🚫 No junk, debris, or overgrown properties
🚫 No abandoned or inoperable vehicles/appliances
💲 Violations may result in fines starting at $75
🔎 Full ordinances: NewBadenIL.com
♻️ YARD WASTE OPTIONS
Republic Services offers optional yard waste pick-up (3-month minimum)
📞 618-656-6883
🛑 SOLICITATION NOTICE
🚫 No permits currently issued
📢 If issued, updates will be posted here
📞 Report solicitors: 618-588-7741 (Press 1)
🗓️ SPRING CLEAN-UP DAY
📍 Saturday, May 2
⏰ 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
✔ Nominal disposal fees apply
✔ Many items can be disposed through:
• Regular trash service
• FREE bulk pick-up (included with Republic Services)
🌼 Let’s keep New Baden clean, safe, and looking its best! 🌼

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🌿 VILLAGE OF NEW BADEN 🌿
🌿 SPRING ORDINANCE REMINDER 🌿
🌷━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🌷

As spring begins, the Village will be increasing enforcement of ordinance violations to help maintain safety, property standards, and community appearance.

🚨 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

🌱 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
✔ Grass & weeds must be under 8 inches
✔ Do NOT blow grass into streets or sidewalks
✔ No open burning within Village limits

🚗 VEHICLES
✔ Must be licensed, titled, insured & operable

🧹 GENERAL UPKEEP
🚫 No junk, debris, or overgrown properties
🚫 No abandoned or inoperable vehicles/appliances
💲 Violations may result in fines starting at $75

🔎 Full ordinances: NewBadenIL.com

♻️ YARD WASTE OPTIONS
Republic Services offers optional yard waste pick-up (3-month minimum)
📞 618-656-6883

🛑 SOLICITATION NOTICE
🚫 No permits currently issued
📢 If issued, updates will be posted here
📞 Report solicitors: 618-588-7741 (Press 1)

🗓️ SPRING CLEAN-UP DAY
📍 Saturday, May 2
⏰ 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

✔ Nominal disposal fees apply
✔ Many items can be disposed through:
• Regular trash service
• FREE bulk pick-up (included with Republic Services)

🌼 Let’s keep New Baden clean, safe, and looking its best! 🌼

03/03/2026

**Update: Doggie is back home!

This doggie was found running along E Hanover St. It can currently be picked up at the Police Dept.

02/13/2026

This week marks the second time a flag has been stolen from this property owner's yard. If you have any information, please contact NBPD at 618 588 7741.

02/09/2026

O’FALLON – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced lane closures on eastbound and westbound Interstate 64 between Illinois 157 and Highway 50 beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, Feb. 9. Traffic will be reduced to two lanes in each direction.

If required, nighttime lane closures will occur during the following times:

Eastbound I-64: 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Westbound I-64: 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.

The closures are necessary to perform pavement and bridge work and are expected to remain in place through summer 2026.

Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes during this closure. Drivers are urged to reduce speed, be alert for changing conditions, obey all construction signage, and refrain from using mobile devices while approaching and traveling through the work zone.

For IDOT District 8 updates, follow us on the social media platform X at or view area construction details on IDOT’s traveler information map on GettingAroundIllinois.com.

St. Clair County: Beginning at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, lane and ramp closures will be encountered on eastbound I-55/70 for bridge maintenance. Eastbound I-55/70 will be reduced to two lanes between Illinois 203 and Exchange Avenue, and the ramp from westbound I-64 to eastbound I-55/70 will be closed. Work is expected to be completed by 6 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 12. http://prez.ly/Ep6d

01/23/2026

❄️ **Snow This Weekend | Winter Reminders from the Village** ❄️

Snow is heading our way this weekend, so here’s some helpful information to keep everyone safe, warm, and a little less grumpy with a shovel in hand.

🔥 **Warming Center**
In the event of power outages, **American Legion Post 321** (105 E. Illinois St.) will be open as a warming center. Please share this with anyone who may need it.

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❓ The Question We Hear Every Winter

“Why does the plow pile snow at the end of my driveway… the one I just finished shoveling?”

Fair question. Here’s the scoop:

🚜 Why Snow Piles Up at Driveways

* Village snow removal focuses on keeping **public roadways** safe and passable.
* Snow is pushed toward the road shoulders, which naturally creates ridges at driveway entrances.
* See image on how to avoid the "second shovel".

🏠 Why the Village Can’t Clear Driveways

* Clearing each driveway end would require significant time and resources and isn’t practical.
* Residents are responsible for clearing snow at the end of their own driveways.

⏰ Plowing Criteria & Timing

* Plowing typically begins with **4 inches of snow**, or **3 inches with more on the way**.
* Plowing often happens **overnight** to reduce traffic issues, which may mean extra shoveling in the morning.

🤝 How Residents Can Help

1. Please don’t shovel snow into the street. Place it behind the curb or pavement edge so it doesn’t get pushed back into your driveway.
2. Avoid street parking during snowstorms so plows can clear streets more efficiently.
3. Move objects from street edges such as trash and recycling bins, and watch for overhanging items like mailboxes to prevent damage.

🛣️ Plowing Priorities

* Main roads are cleared first; residential streets may take longer during heavy snowfall.
* Roads maintained by the State, County, or Township are cleared by those agencies.

Snow removal isn’t always convenient, but a little cooperation goes a long way in keeping roads safer for everyone.
Thanks for your patience and teamwork and stay warm out there! ☃️

01/22/2026

🚨 Heads up, New Baden! 🚨

CodeRED by Crisis24 (formerly OnSolve CodeRED) has rolled out an updated emergency alerting system and it’s quicker, smarter, and more precise than ever.

Here’s what that means for you 👇
📍 Faster, geographically targeted alerts
📱 Delivered via text, email, phone calls, and mobile apps
🌪️ Alerts for severe weather, evacuations, boil orders, missing persons, and more

✅ Important update:
If you were already signed up, you’ll now automatically receive weather alerts. You can customize which alerts you receive and how they’re delivered anytime.

🔧 Check or manage your account / sign up for FREE:
👉 https://accountportal.onsolve.net/newbadenil

📲 Or text NEWBADEN to 24639

📄 Need help?
A step-by-step guide is available on the Village website at newbadenil.com under Document Center → Emergency Notifications.

Thank you for staying registered and helping the Village of New Baden share critical information when it matters most. Staying informed keeps our community safer 💙