Category: Neighborhood Services Department News

Timberline Valley South HOA Installs Community Dogs Waste Station

On June 21, 2025, the Timberline Valley South HOA completed installation of a community dog waste station. The project was proposed in response to pet owners neglecting to clean up after their animals. The waste station was installed adjacent to the common walkway between Florence Drive and Edward Hoffman Drive.  The HOA was able to […]


Ashland Park HOA Holds Neighborhood Cleanup Event

On June 21, 2025, the Ashland Park HOA held a neighborhood cleanup event to remove litter and debris from their commons area at Sharp Drive and Luria Lane.  Neighborhood volunteers collected 9 bags of trash. Litter sticks, buckets and gloves were provided by Neighborhood Services in support of the group’s efforts. The group plans to […]


Devonshire South II HOA Holds Neighborhood Cleanup Event

The Devonshire South II HOA held their annual landscape clean up event on June 21, 2025. The group cleaned up common areas and dropped off debris at the Landscape Recycling Center to be mulched. They also replaced mulch around trees in their common areas. After the work was completed, neighbors gathered for a picnic. The group used neighborhood […]


Timberline Valley South HOA Completes Shoreline Maintenance Project

On June 18, 2025, the Timberline Valley South HOA completed a shoreline repair project along their detention basin adjacent to Erin Drive. HOA’s are responsible for the maintenance of the common areas within their bounds, including the detention basins. Shoreline erosion can reduce a basin’s ability to store water, and the loose sediment feeds algae […]


Ashland Park HOA Holds Neighborhood Cleanup Event

On June 17, 2025, the Ashland Park HOA held a neighborhood cleanup event to remove litter and debris from their north and south ponds adjacent to North Prospect Avenue. Nine neighborhood volunteers collected 12 bags of trash. Litter sticks, buckets and gloves, as well as snacks for volunteers, were provided by Neighborhood Services in support […]


Neighborhood Services Department Staff Volunteer at Habitat for Humanity Homebuild

On June 18, staff from the Neighborhood Services Department volunteered their time to support a Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County homebuild on Cypress Drive. Neighborhood Services staff assisted with siding installation. The Cypress Drive home is one of several new construction projects led by Habitat for Humanity to increase access to safe, affordable housing […]


Neighborhood Services Hosts NRD Resource Exchange

On Monday, June 16, the Neighborhood Services Department-Relations Division hosted a resource exchange focused on the topic of best practices for neighborhood engagement. Neighborhood Relations Manager John Ruffin gave a presentation on neighborhood organizing, including holding effective meetings, planning and implementing neighborhood-based engagement activities, and the resources offered by the City to support registered neighborhood […]


Ridgewood Neighborhood Association Holds Neighborhood Meet and Greet Event

On June 7, 2025, the Ridgewood Neighborhood Association held a neighborhood meet and greet, which served as the newly formed group’s first all-call meeting. More than 30 neighbors had the opportunity to meet Neighborhood Services and Police Department staff, including Police Chief Tyler. Ridgewood neighbors discussed possible social activities and are excited to work with […]


Timberline Valley South HOA Holds Neighborhood Clean-Up

The Timberline Valley South HOA hosted a neighborhood clean-up event on May 31, 2025. 34 neighbors participated, dropping off mattresses, box springs, and other bulk items for disposal. The event was well planned and organized. Group leaders rented a dumpster and neighbors were asked to sign up prior to the event start. The HOA partnered […]