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Batavia, Illinois (U.S.)

Kane and DuPage Counties

image located by Masao Okazaki, 6 April 2023

Description of the flag
- Resolution from city
Seal

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Description of the flag

As a result of a chamber of commerce flag contest, Mayor Jeffery Schielke proclaimed the Batavia Community Flag (not the official flag) on April 3, 2023.

Below is part of a press release by the Batavia Chamber of Commerce:

Batavia Chamber of Commerce Announces Community Flag Contest Winner

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that a winner has been chosen from the 107 designs submitted as part of the Batavia Community Flag Design Contest, which was held from November 1, 2022, to March 1, 2023.

A design submitted by Rachel Argo, a sophomore at Batavia Public High School, was chosen as the Batavia Community Flag. She was one of the 46 students under age 18 who submitted designs. According to Rachel’s description of the design’s significance, “it is meant to represent Batavia and its historical connection to industry along with its geography. In addition to the windmill, the blue stripes represent the Fox River, which shapes the geography of the town. Lastly the windmill also takes up the shape of the sun. Batavia’s relatively flat geography makes it a perfect place to spectate its gorgeous sunrises and sunsets.”

Marty Callahan, chairperson for the Flag Design Contest committee and member of the North American Vexillological Association (NAVA), confirmed that the quality and quantity of submissions was excellent, surprising people on the committee.

“There were so many good choices that it was a difficult decision,” said Marty. “The fact that five of the top 10 were student designs is a point of pride that the younger generation is invested in their community.”

According to Margaret Perreault, Batavia Chamber of Commerce president & CEO, the contest was conceived to help design a flag that can be proudly flown at residences as well as businesses to demonstrate commitment to and involvement in the community.

“Our town has an amazing way of depending on each other, supporting each other, and coming together for the common good and this competition has shown this,” enthused Margaret. “We’re also excited that the Batavia Chamber can partner with one of our valued members, FlagSource, to produce this flag so that everyone can show their town spirit by proudly flying a Batavia Community flag!”

Masao Okazaki, 6 April 2023

Resolution from city

CITY OF BATAVIA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION 2025-078-R
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE BATAVIA COMMUNITY FLAG AS THE OFFICIAL FLAG OF THE CITY OF BATAVIA
WHEREAS, the City of Batavia, situated along the scenic Fox River, boasts a rich history and a
vibrant community spirit; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes the importance of civic symbols that reflect its identity,
heritage, and shared values; and
WHEREAS, a flag design competition was held to create a community flag that visually
represents the unique character of Batavia; and
WHEREAS, Rachel Agro, a student at Batavia High School, submitted the winning design,
which was selected by community members and City officials for its creativity, symbolism, and
meaningful representation of Batavia; and
WHEREAS, the Batavia Community Flag features a golden windmill-inspired sun, representing
Batavia's historical nickname as The Windmill City, set above stylized blue and white waves
symbolizing the Fox River, a defining geographic and cultural feature of the community; and
WHEREAS, the flag's vibrant red background conveys the strength, resilience, and warmth of
Batavia s people; and
WHEREAS, the City of Batavia wishes to formally adopt this design as the official flag of the
City;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Batavia, Kane and DuPage Counties, Illinois, as follows:
SECTION 1: The flag design titled the Batavia Community Flag, created by Rachel Agro, is
hereby adopted as the official flag of the City of Batavia.
SECTION 2: The City shall use the Batavia Community Flag in official capacities including, but
not limited to, display at City buildings, community events, publications, and other public
representations.
SECTION 3: The City of Batavia extends its sincere appreciation to Rachel Agro for her
outstanding contribution to the community s identity through this flag design.

PRESENTED to the City Council of the City of Batavia, Illinois, this 19th day of May, 2025.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Batavia, Illinois, this 19th day of May, 2025.
APPROVED by me as Mayor of said City of Batavia, Illinois, this 19th day of May, 2025.
______________________________
Jeffery D. Schielke, Mayor

Marty Callahan, 21 May 2025

Seal

located by Marty Callahan, 12 December 2024

The new version of the Batavia, Illinois City seal in use since 2020.
Image obtained from https://www.cityofbatavia.net
Marty Callahan, 12 December 2024