City of Sycamore, Illinois

06/18/2026

Tomorrow, we join communities across the country in recognizing Juneteenth, a day that honors freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality.

In observance of the holiday, City of Sycamore offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, and will reopen on Monday, June 22.

06/16/2026

The Sycamore Beautification Committee announces a "CALL FOR MURALISTS"!

The Downtown Muralist Project, Sycamore's Story is comprised of six panels on the west wall of the State Street Theater.

Panel 1 is completed and panels 2 and 3 are now available for mural installations.

Qualified muralists are encouraged to apply and must be an Illinois resident.

The Application Process and the Muralist Application Form for Panels 2 and 3 are now available.

THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS JULY 3, 2026.

Request for application documents and questions may be directed to:

Alicia Cosky
Project Contact
Sycamore Beautification Committee
815-895-9229
[email protected]

06/10/2026

💧☀️Water Wednesday: Jumping into Summer Safety!

June is National Safety Month, and as the temperatures heat up, the Water Ambassador program is highlighting how vital water is to staying safe, healthy and hydrated all summer long.

Whether you are working outdoors, relaxing by the pool, or hosting backyard barbecues, keep these three essential summer safety tips in mind.
1. Beat the heat by taking breaks, knowing the signs of heat exhaustion and staying hydrated.
2. Summer is peak season for outdoor water recreation, making water safety a top priority.
3. Keep it clean! Rising temps mean food safety requires extra care. Wash hands and produce well, keep coolers packed with plenty of ice and ensure perishables stay at safe temperatures.

To access free toolkits, downloadable resources, and daily messaging plans, you can utilize the ⁠National Safety Council (NSC) portal.

💧 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.

06/08/2026

🚒 Congratulations to the Sycamore Fire Department on the grand opening of the new Fire Station 1! Thank you to everyone who helped make this milestone possible and to all who joined the celebration. We look forward to seeing this facility serve our community for years to come.

05/29/2026

🚒 Join us Friday, June 5, for the Grand Opening of the new Fire Station 1 Headquarters! Stop by for the ribbon cutting, tours, and light refreshments.

05/26/2026

Spend your summer with the City of Sycamore Public Works Department! We’re currently hiring a Seasonal Worker to assist with a variety of projects that help keep our community clean, safe, and looking its best.

📍www.cityofsycamore.com/jobs

05/25/2026

As we observe Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Please note that City of Sycamore offices will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of the holiday. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday.

05/20/2026

National Public Works Week is May 17 - 23rd. This year's theme, “Rooted in Service, Powered by Community.” Every day our crews are hard at work ensuring the community remains a beautiful place to call home. We thank our Public Works team for being Rooted in Service and we thank you for being the community that Powers Us!

💧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.
(NPWW)

05/19/2026

This EMS Week, we recognize and thank the paramedics and EMTs who answer the call every day to serve and protect the Sycamore community. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to helping others. 🚑

05/18/2026

Be sure to check out the new patriotic touches added to Sycamore’s downtown planters this season. Thank you to the Beautification Committee and all of the community partners and volunteers who help make downtown shine! ✨

🌸 Sycamore’s downtown flower planters just got a patriotic little refresh. ✨

As part of the 2026 Sycamore in Bloom season, an updated memorial sign and festive patriotic pinwheel display have been added to the downtown planters in honor of the community spirit and beautification efforts that continue to make Sycamore so special.

This photo features, from left to right: Cindy Rowland, Beautification Committee member; Alicia Cosky, Alderperson, Ward 1, and Chairperson of the Sycamore Beautification Committee; and Cathy Anderson, Beautification Committee member.

Special thanks go to:
-The Nancy Marchiando Memorial Fund, created in collaboration with her family, for helping support this project and continue her legacy of community beautification.
-Alicia C. Cosky, Alderperson, Ward 1, and the Chairperson of the Sycamore Beautification Committee
-City of Sycamore, Illinois
-Sycamore High School

Thank you to the dedicated volunteers, partners, and supporters who continue helping Sycamore bloom year after year. 🌷