Government 101: Resource Expo
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024 City staff from 6 different departments came together to execute the first ever Government 101 Resource Expo at the Champaign Public Library! This event was a collaboration between the City of Champaign and City of Urbana to be a low pressure way for community members to learn about City resources, […]
City Works to Improve Property in Disrepair
A home in the Garden Hills neighborhood fell into extreme disrepair. An exterior housing case and several nuisance complaints were opened on the property. NSD brought in a contractor to remove a large amount of refuse from the yard, mow the lawn, and secure the property. The housing case had been referred to the Legal […]
Neighborhood Services Staff Perform CommUnity Matters Site Visits
Neighborhood Services staff recently performed site visits for CommUnity Matters summer programs. These periodic visits allow City staff to tour the facilities and witness the youth participate in the programs receiving CDBG funding throughout the year. Operation Hope hosted NSD staff at their end-of-summer celebration. Many students participated in the Youth Employment Services (YES) Program. […]
Neighborhood Services Staff Attend Re-Entry Resource Fair
On August 29, 2024, Code Compliance Inspector, Ricardo Alvarez, and Administrative Assistant, Nina Sibley, attended the Re-Entry Resource fair hosted by Rosecrance. The fair was attended by both people who have been recently released from incarceration, and representatives from local agencies offering supportive services to that population. Attendees learned more about the City’s tenant requested […]
Neighborhood Engagement Winding Down
On Saturday, August 17, 2024, the Ashland Park HOA hosted their Neighborhood Resource Fair & Street Party. Staff from Neighborhood Services, Police, and Fire supported the event. Neighbors reported that the event was great fun, and they were glad to have the opportunity to connect with all the resource vendors who participated. On Thursday, August […]
Annual CU Days!
On August 10, 2024, the City was thrilled to be a part of the annual CU Days event. This event is steep in history and a crowd favorite for its resources, community focus and fun! The Equity & Engagement and Neighborhood Services Departments teamed up to make a meaningful impact by distributing back-to-school supplies and […]
Neighborhood Services Department – Neighborhood Engagement Continues
On Friday, August 9, 2024, Neighborhood Services supported the End of Summer Celebration hosted by Y on the Fly. Families enjoyed games, a bounce house, and food. The Neighborhood Ambassadors assisted with set up and tear down, as well as distributing food during the event. Attendees received school supplies as kids prepare to return to […]
Neighborhood Services Holds Consolidated Plan Input and Informational Neighborhood Meeting
On Thursday, August 15, 2024, Neighborhood Services held a meeting for neighbors of the Stone Gate and Green Meadows neighborhoods. The meeting was held at Centennial High School. Staff from the Fire Department discussed fire safety and explained the requirements for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. He also shared information on receiving smoke detector installations […]
Neighborhood Services Department – Neighborhood Engagement
On Friday, August 2, 2024, the Devonshire HOA hosted their first ever block party. 150 neighbors enjoyed food trucks, games, and great conversations. The Neighborhood Ambassadors supported the event, transporting items that the neighborhood group borrowed from our engagement trailer. On August 6, 2024, two registered neighborhood groups hosted National Night Out (NNO) events to […]
Neighborhood Services Hosts CSPH Grant Information Session
On Thursday, August 8, Neighborhood Services hosted the CSPH Grant information session on behalf of the Continuum of Service Providers to the Homeless (CSPH). The workshop focused on the upcoming Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care Program Notice of Funding Opportunity for organizations considering applying for this funding. Topics covered included […]