City of Waterloo, IL - Government

10/27/2026

As another farming season comes to a close, the fields around Waterloo tell the story of a community deeply rooted in agriculture, tradition, and small-town living. 🚜🌾

10/25/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Veterans Memorial in Lakeview Park for the dedication ceremony of the M101A1 105mm Howitzer! 🇺🇸

It was a special afternoon honoring the legacy of this historic equipment, and the courage, sacrifice, and service of all American veterans.

We are grateful to everyone who came out to show their support and help make this dedication so meaningful! ❤️🤍💙

10/24/2026

🎃👻 Calling all ghosts, ghouls, and goblins!

The City of Waterloo's annual Trunk or Treat is back on Halloween night! 🕸️

Join us for a spook-tacular evening filled with costumes, candy, and Halloween fun for the whole family!

🗓️ October 31
⏰ 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📍100 S. Main Street, Waterloo, Illinois

Want to join in on the fun? No reservations required! Just park, decorate your trunk, and get ready to hand out some treats!

We can't wait to see all your BOO-tiful costumes! 🎃🧡

10/23/2026

PumpkinFest is about more than fun and festivities — it’s also about giving back! 🧡 Thank you to First National Bank of Waterloo and everyone who donated to this year’s charity drive benefiting the House of Neighborly Service.

❤️ PumpkinFest Giving Back to Our Community! 🎃

A big thank-you to everyone who contributed to this year’s PumpkinFest charity drive! Organized by First National Bank of Waterloo, the drive collected monetary and food donations to benefit the Monroe County House of Neighborly Service - Monroe County, Illinois.

Thank you to First National Bank of Waterloo for organizing this annual effort and to everyone who donated to help our neighbors in need!

10/22/2026

🔌♻️ THIS SATURDAY ♻️🔌
Gather all of your unwanted electronics and bring them to the Monroe County Fairgrounds on October 24th from 9am to 2pm for recycling!

10/22/2026

Don't miss your last chances to shop the Monroe County Farmers Market this season!

Stop by for fresh produce, local goodies, and a chance to support our wonderful local vendors! 🍎🌽

⏰ 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 901 Illinois Ave., Waterloo, IL

10/21/2026

Students from Monroe County Startup recently toured Waterloo’s water treatment facility to learn more about the process of treating and delivering clean, safe drinking water to our community.

We enjoyed welcoming these students and giving them a behind-the-scenes look at one of the essential services that keeps Waterloo running every day!

10/20/2026

You're invited to join us for a brief dedication ceremony welcoming a historic military howitzer to Waterloo!

This M101 Howitzer was gifted to the City through the U.S. Army’s TACOM Static Display Donation Program. Our talented employees restored and demilitarized it to Army standards and installed it at its new home in the Lakeview Park Veterans Memorial as a lasting tribute to the men and women who have served our country.

Dedication Program Details:
📅 Date: October 22
⏰ Time: 1:30pm
📍 Location: Lakeview Park Veterans Memorial

Join us for a short, casual ceremony as we celebrate this special addition to our community and honor those who have served. We hope you can join us for this special occasion! 🇺🇸

10/20/2026

10/19/2026 City Council Meeting

10/20/2026

✨ A little Waterloo history!

"It won't be Bellefontaine, and it won't be Peterstown, but begorra, I'll give ye's both your Waterloo."

And that's how Waterloo got its name! ❤️ A little piece of history that helped shape the town we know and love today!