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City of Batavia and Batavia Public Schools Open New Level 3 EV Fast Charging Stations at Batavia High School

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BATAVIA, Ill.  – The City of Batavia and Batavia Public Schools District 101 have opened four new Level 3 electric vehicle EV fast chargers at Batavia High School, now available for public use. 

The project was funded in part by a $320,000 Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Driving a Cleaner Illinois Grant, administered under the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act. The funding, secured by the City of Batavia Electric Utility, supports the installation and maintenance of publicly available EV charging stations to advance Illinois’ statewide electrification goals.  

“The City has seen an increase in home EV charging permits in the past two years, and now we are pleased to offer Level 3 charging for residents and visitors,” said Steve Allen, Superintendent of the Batavia Electric Utility. “Receiving the IEPA grant was instrumental in allowing the City of move forward on our strategic plan goals and promote vehicle electrification.” 

Mark Anderson, Director of Operations for Batavia Public School District 101, said: “The District was pleased to support the City of Batavia by making space available at the high school campus for the EV charging station project. It’s a strong example of how intergovernmental cooperation can lead to practical, community-focused solutions without incurring additional costs to the District."
 
Batavia High School was selected because the site met grant eligibility requirements and reflects the City’s strong partnership with Batavia Public School District 101. Under a site host agreement, the City managed the installation and will oversee the operation and maintenance of the charging stations, while the school district will maintain the parking spaces. A second installation is planned at the Batavia Public Library. 
 
The City partnered with M3 Electrical Contracting on this project. Batavia Electric Utility staff performed the electrical and offsite utility work. The school and library project costs are approximately $575,000, with non-grant funded expenses covered by the Batavia Electric Utility.  

About the Chargers 

  • Type: Level 3 DC fast chargers with four CCS1 ports 
  • Power: Up to 240 kW when one port is in use; 120 kW per port when two are in use 
  • Charging Time: 30–45 minutes for a full charge 
  • Access: Publicly available 24/7, 365 days a year 
  • Cost: $0.50 per kWh, payable via app or card reader 
  • Idle Fee: After charging is complete, drivers have a 30-minute grace period before a $1 per minute fee applies (up to 120 minutes) 
  • First Level 3 Chargers in the City of Batavia.  
Learn More 
The City of Batavia continues to expand EV infrastructure, including rebates for home charger installations. For details visit bataviail.gov/electric. 
 
The City of Batavia has been named an EV Ready Community by the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, a program that helps municipalities prepare for the transition to electric vehicles. The initiative provides guidance, resources, and recognition for efforts to expand public charging, streamline permitting, and support residents and businesses in going electric. Participating communities demonstrate leadership in sustainability and regional collaboration by ensuring their infrastructure and planning are ready for long-term EV growth. 

At BPS101, we take our mission very seriously: Empowering every student to achieve their unique potential through an equitable and personalized experience that supports post pre-K – 12 pathways. All of our staff members have dedicated themselves to ensuring that our learning environments are productive, safe, and supportive. Their efforts help the over 5,100 students find their passions, engage in challenging work, and develop into educated, caring citizens. The District’s administrative office is housed in the Rosalie Jones Administration Center at 335 W. Wilson Street in Batavia. General questions can be submitted to help@bps101.net.
 


The Level 3 EV Chargers at Batavia High School. (Photo credit: City of Batavia.)

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