Category: Public Works Department News

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.


Broadmoor Drive Lane Closure (between Mattis Avenue and Mayfair Road)

As part of the City’s Spring Pavement Patching Project, Feutz Contractors will be closing one lane of Broadmoor Drive between Mattis Avenue and Mayfair Road. During the closure, only eastbound traffic will be allowed. The work will begin on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, and is expected to last two to three weeks, weather permitting.  


Kirby Avenue Lane Closure (between Mayfair Road and Ridge Road)

In order to install fiberoptic utility, i3 Broadband will close one eastbound lane of Kirby Avenue between Mayfair Road and Ridge Road.  The closure will begin on Monday, March 27, 2023, and will reopen on Monday, April 3, 2023, weather permitting.  Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the area.


University Avenue Lane Closure (between Chestnut Street and Second Street)

In order to perform routine storm sewer maintenance activities, National Power Rodding Corp. will be closing one westbound lane of University Avenue between Second Street and Chestnut Street.  Work is planned during the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, March 27, 2023. The work is weather dependent and may be delayed in […]


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

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


Prospect Avenue Lane Closure (between Ventura Road and Broadmoor Avenue)

In order to install fiberoptic utility, i3 Broadband will close one southbound lane of Prospect Avenue between Ventura Road and Broadmoor Avenue.  The closure will begin on Monday, March 27, and the lane will reopen on Friday, March 31, 2023, weather permitting. Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the area.


Country Fair Drive Road Closure (between Church Street and Bradley Avenue)

Country Fair Drive Road Closure (between Church Street and Bradley Avenue) CHAMPAIGN – As part of the City’s Spring Pavement Patching Project, Feutz Contractors will be closing Country Fair Drive between Church Street and Bradley Avenue. The work will be done in five phases with each phase expected to last three-to-four days, weather permitting. Work […]