Campus-Community Compact
On June 21, 2023 was the launch of the Campus-Community Compact to Accelerate Social Justice (Compact) Convening. In response to Chancellor Jones’ Call-To-Action against racism and social injustice in July 2020, the Community Action and Public Engagement (CAPE) Committee established the Compact, comprised of a diverse group of leaders from both the campus and the […]
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 212 E Green St $1,575,000 06/15/23 Alteration Multi Family – roof repairs 201 W Kenyon Rd $1,010,149 06/15/23 Alteration Rooftop solar […]
City of Champaign Invites Public Input on City Council Redistricting Process
Engage Champaign Website Created to Enhance Public Engagement Opportunities As a result of population growth captured in the 2020 U.S. Census, the Champaign City Council is considering adjusting the boundaries of the City Council Districts in order to balance the city’s population across the five districts. Members of the public are invited to participate in […]
Neil Street Lane Closure (between Church Street and Park Avenue)
In order to complete a water line installation at 205 N Neil Street, Mid-Illinois Concrete will close one southbound lane of Neil Street between Church Street and Park Avenue. The closure will begin on Monday, June 26, and will reopen on Monday, July 3, 2023, weather permitting. Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane […]
Champaign Police Announce Program to Combat Social Media Trend
Steering Wheel Lock Giveaway Set for June 24 Champaign Police are announcing an opportunity for residents to secure their vehicles against an ongoing social media trend. Through a partnership with Hyundai Motors, Champaign Police will provide free steering wheel locks to Hyundai and Kia vehicle owners. The locks will be provided on Saturday, June 24, […]
Apartment Fire – 2777 Hunters Pond Run
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a multi-family apartment complex at 2777 Hunters Pond Run, Sunday, June 18, 2023, at 3:04 p.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished this exterior fire. Firefighters responded to an initial report from a passerby of a fire on a third-floor balcony. Once on the scene, fire crews reported […]
Prospect Avenue Lane Closures (between Springfield Avenue and Union Street)
In order to complete fiber optic installation, i3 Broadband and Direct Line will close one northbound and one southbound lane of Prospect Avenue between Springfield Avenue and Union Street. The closures will begin on Tuesday, June 20, and the lanes will reopen on Friday, June 23, 2023. Northbound and southbound traffic will be reduced to […]
Kirby Avenue Lane Closure
In order to remove and replace a driveway approach at 1611 W Kirby Avenue, Midwest Asphalt will close one eastbound lane of Kirby Avenue between Western Avenue and Waverly Drive. The closure will begin on Tuesday, June 20, and will reopen on Friday, June 23, 2023. During the closure, eastbound traffic will be reduced to […]
Champaign Park District Partners with City of Champaign on Douglass Park Ball Field Improvements
Joint news release from the City of Champaign and the Champaign Park District On Tuesday, June 20, 2023, the Champaign City Council will consider a proposed $400,000 grant agreement to assist in funding improvements to the Douglass Park ball fields, including the addition of a concession stand and restrooms. The agreement was approved by the […]
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 4305 Southford Trace $785,000 06/08/23 New Single Family 2023 Overall Construction Value: $ 96,570,713.00