2026 State of the City (City Update)
Date and Time
Wednesday May 6, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM CDT
6:00 p.m. – Chamber Welcome & Introduction
6:10 p.m. – Community Partner Presentations
6:40 p.m. – City of St. Charles Remarks
7:00 p.m. – Community leadership panel discussion
7:30–7:40 p.m. – Closing remarks
Following the program, attendees are invited to stay for networking with City staff and elected officials until approximately 9:00–9:30 PM - an opportunity to continue the conversation, ask questions, and strengthen connections between the business community and local government.
Fees/Admission
This event is open to community members and Chamber members alike. While there is no cost to attend, we kindly ask that all guests RSVP to help us plan accordingly.
Description
The St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of St. Charles invite the community to join us for the 2026 State of the City, a special evening celebrating collaboration, progress, and the shared vision shaping our community’s future.
This annual event highlights the strong partnership between the Chamber and the City, bringing together business leaders, residents, elected officials, and community partners to reflect on the past year and look ahead to what’s next for St. Charles. Through updates and conversation, attendees will gain insight into the initiatives, investments, and opportunities that continue to make St. Charles a thriving place to live, work, and do business.
The evening will feature presentations from key community partners - including the St. Charles Public Library, St. Charles Park District, and St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 - followed by remarks from Mayor Clint Hull and City Staff. A panel discussion with community leaders will explore current priorities, partnerships, and the future of our city.
