Open house this Sunday, May 31 - New municipal building opens in New Baden

The Village of New Baden Village Hall and Public Safety Building will host an open house to the public this Sunday, May 31, from noon to 2 p.m., and an official ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony Monday, June 1, at 6 p.m. The new municipal building is located at 1214 E. Cedar Street in New Baden.The Village of New Baden is preparing to celebrate a major milestone with the grand opening of its new Municipal Building at 1214 E. Cedar Street, right off State Route 160 in New Baden.
    The new facility will serve as the home of the New Baden Village Hall, the New Baden Police Department, and the Lookingglass Emergency Services District, bringing several key public services together under one roof to better serve residents and the surrounding community.
    Village officials say the project reflects the community’s continued commitment to growth, modernization and public service. The building is designed to provide improved accessibility, updated workspaces for staff and emergency personnel, and a welcoming environment for residents conducting village business.
    Community members are invited to attend two special events marking the opening of the facility.
    An open house will take place this Sunday, May 31, from noon to 2 p.m. Residents will have the opportunity to tour the building, meet local officials and department personnel, and learn more about the services offered within the new facility.
    An official ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony is scheduled for Monday, June 1, at 6 p.m., prior to the first village board meeting at 7 p.m. at the new village hall.
    Village leaders, community partners and residents will gather to commemorate the opening and celebrate what officials describe as “an exciting new chapter” for New Baden.
    Village representatives say the new building represents more than just a new location for municipal services — it is an investment in the future of the community, hence, the slogan — “Building for today. Investing in tomorrow. Proud to serve our community.”
    Officials broke ground in early June 2025 for the new building, where New Baden village officials, employees and board members attended the groundbreaking, as well as officials from Holland Construction Services and FGM Architects.
    New Baden Village President Bob Oster said, at the time, that he was "very proud," and wanted the people to know that the village is invested in this community and hopes others come and invest in this community.
    The approximate size of the new structure is 16,500 square feet and includes an office for village staff, EMS quarters and officers, including an apparatus bay, and police facilities, including a sally port.