All-Way Stop Installation at Intersection of Boardwalk Drive and Interstate Drive
The intersection of Boardwalk Drive and Interstate Drive is scheduled to be converted to an all-way top on Monday, May 22, 2023. Public Works Traffic and Lighting crews will install the new signs, and a portable, changeable message sign will be placed in advance of the change to alert drivers of the new all-way stop. […]
Chester Street Road Closure (between Neil Street and Walnut Street)
In order to remove HVAC materials from the roof of the Champaign City Building, Tremco will place a crane on Chester Street between Neil Street and Walnut Street. The closure will take place on Friday, May 12, 2023, between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 10 a.m., weather permitting. Traffic will not be permitted on […]
Maple Street Road Closure (between Prospect Avenue and Willis Avenue)
In order to perform storm sewer repairs, SNC Construction will be closing Maple Street between Prospect Avenue and Willis Avenue. Prospect Avenue traffic will be unaffected by this project. Local traffic on maple Street (Willis Avenue to Prospect Avenue) may enter and exit Maple Street from Willis Avenue. Work is scheduled to begin at 7 […]
Springfield Avenue Lane Closure (east of Country Fair Drive)
In order to perform storm sewer repairs, SNC Construction will be closing an eastbound lane of Springfield Avenue just east of Country Fair Drive. Travel through the work zone will be merged into a single eastbound lane. Work is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, May 9, and is planned to be completed […]
2023 Slurry Seal Project
On Thursday, May 4, 2023, weather permitting, MicroSurfacing Contractors LLC will begin sealing streets in the northeast one-third of Champaign (see the attached map). The residential streets will be closed for about four hours until cured. Heavily traveled streets and streets with businesses will have one lane open at all times. Residents will be notified […]
Church Street Short-Term Road Closure (between Randolph Street and Neil Street)
To facilitate a film production in Downtown Champaign, Church Street between Randolph Street and Neil Street will be closed from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3, through 6 a.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2023. Access to local businesses will be allowed by the local film production crew when filming is not actively taking place. Northbound […]
Clark Street Road Closure (between Prospect Avenue and New Street)
In order to perform storm sewer repairs, SNC Construction will be closing Clark Street at 805 W. Clark, between Prospect Avenue and New Street. During this construction, Clark Street will be restricted to local traffic only. Work is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. on Monday, May 1, and is planned to be completed and […]
New Parking Permit Informational Video
As the Public Works Department prepares for another busy parking permit season, a new informational video starring “PW” was produced to share valuable information with new permit holders. Public Works and Communications Division staff worked together to produce the video that shares important information that in the past was shared verbally by staff to each […]
Garden Hills Hedge POP! Park Refresh
The Hedge POP! Park is receiving a refresh ahead of the summer months. Last week, City Staff from the Planning and Development, Neighborhood Services Department and Engineering Division worked with dedicated volunteers from First Followers and about 10 neighborhood kids to spread mulch, place planter boxes, pick up liter and also have some fun! More […]
University Avenue Lane Closure (between Chestnut Street and First Street)
In order to repair a sanitary sewer service, Lanz Underground will close one eastbound lane of University Avenue between Chestnut Street and First Street. Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in this area. When possible, the lane will be reopened to traffic overnight and throughout the weekend. The closure will begin on Monday, […]