Category: Public Works Department News

Anthony Drive Road Closure (between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive)

To facilitate installation of wall foundation on the southern shoulder of Anthony Drive, White Construction will close Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive. Eastbound and westbound traffic will be detoured in the area.  Work is planned during the hours of 7 a.m. to Noon on Thursday, April 20, 2023.  


Hill Street Lane Closure (between First Street and Third Street)

In order to perform storm sewer repairs, SNC Construction will be closing one lane of Hill Street between First Street and Third Street.  Work is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, April 17, and is planned to be completed and reopened to traffic by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. The work […]


New Street Road Closure (between John Street and William Street)

In order to repair the sanitary sewer service at 712 S. New Street, Fred’s Plumbing will close New Street between John Street and William Street.  The closure will begin on Monday, April 17, and will reopen on Friday, April 21, 2023. During the closure, traffic will not be allowed but access will be maintained to […]


Anthony Drive Road Closure (between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive)

To facilitate installation of wall foundation on the southern shoulder of Anthony Drive, White Construction will close Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive. Both eastbound and westbound traffic will be detoured in the area. Work is planned during the hours of 8 a.m. to Noon on Wednesday, April 12, 2023.


Green Street Lane Closure (between Fourth Street and Fifth Street)

In order to install a canopy and sign at 404 E. Green Street, Jasy Inc. will close the westbound lane of Green Street between Fourth Street and Fifth Street.  The closure will occur on Monday, April 10, 2023, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m.  A lane of eastbound and a lane of […]


Mattis Avenue and University Avenue Intersection Construction

In order to perform storm sewer repairs, SNC Construction will be working at the southeast corner of the intersection of Mattis Avenue and University Avenue. Travel at the intersection will remain unaffected by this project with all lanes remaining open. However, minor traffic delays may occur at work zones. Work is scheduled to begin at […]


Bradley Avenue Lane Closures (between Carver Drive and Urbana City Limits)

As part of the City’s Spring Pavement Patching Project, Thornton Rave Construction will be closing two lanes of Bradley Avenue between Carver Drive and the Urbana City Limits. One lane in each direction of Bradley Avenue will be closed in this area.  The work will begin on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, and is expected to […]


New Episode of Champaign Spotlight Features Khalil Zaied

The latest episode of the City’s talk show Champaign Spotlight debuted March 31, 2023 and features a conversation with the City’s new Public Works Director – Khalil Zaied. Communications Manager Jeff Hamilton had the chance to sit down with Mr. Zaied to learn more about his background and previous work experiences. Mr. Zaied also explains […]


Clark Street Road Closure Extended (between Prairie Street and State Street)

In order to install water service at 305 W. Clark Street, Anderson Brothers 3 has closed Clark Street between Prairie Street and State Street.  The closure began on Monday, March 27, and will reopen on Friday, April 7, 2023. During the closure, through traffic will not be allowed, but access will be maintained to all […]


Devonshire Drive Lane Closure (between Sandpiper Lane and Mayfair Road)

Starting Now:  As part of the City’s Spring Pavement Patching Project, Feutz Contractors have closed one lane of Devonshire Drive between Sandpiper Lane and Mayfair Road. At this time, only eastbound traffic will be allowed. The work begins today, and the closure is expected to last three to four days, weather permitting.