43:43:43 Neighborhood Engagement: United Garden Hills Neighborhood Association
The United Garden Hills Neighborhood Association (UGHNA) met on Monday, April 17, 2023, to discuss neighborhood concerns and plan engagement activities. Representatives from the Champaign Police Department provided a crime data update for the neighborhood, and highlighted steps they plan to take to address pop-up parties and noise issues in the area. Additionally, staff from […]
Take Back the Night
April 20, 2023, City staff from the Equity and Engagement Department attend the annual “Take Back the Night” event hosted by Rape Advocacy, Counseling, and Education Services (RACES). This event is part of the larger schedule of events to bring attention to Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April. The evening begin with a march to […]
Hip Hop Workshop
April 20, 2023 Justice Victim Advocate, Jarrel Young, (Equity and Engagement) continued to facilitate a hip hop workshop at Kenwood Elementary School. Jarrel teamed up with Emily Kuchenbrod’s 5th grade class to create a song about social justice which included songwriting, beat making, and video production. This 5th grade class is prepping to perform these […]
Speed Limit Change on Rising Road
The Public Works Engineering Transportation Section will change the speed limit on Rising Road between Windsor Road and the City limit north of Kirby Avenue from 55-mph to 45-mph. Over the past few years, development in the area has seen an adjacent park, walking path, and football field. The speed limit adjustment aligns with spans […]
Anthony Drive Road Closure (between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive)
In order to repair a water main under Anthony Drive, Duce Construction and Illinois American Water will close Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive. Both eastbound and westbound traffic will be detoured in the area. The closure will begin on Monday, April 24, and will reopen to traffic on Monday, May 5, 2023. […]
Sexual Assault Awareness Month Ribbons
April 17,2023, the SAAM planning committee, made up of staff and student volunteers from the Women’s Resource Center, hung teal ribbons on lamp posts on the University of Illinois campus. The ribbons feature a link to the Women’s Resource Center website where people can find support services, prevention workshops, and a schedule of events.
Illinois Municipal Human Relations Association
April 19, 2023, the City’s Equity and Engagement Department hosted the quarterly meeting of the Illinois Municipal Human Relations Association (IMHRA) at their new office at 205 W Park Ave. The human relations officials from throughout central Illinois discussed outreach and education around the State of Illinois’ new source of income protection law, updating municipal […]
City Staff Support High School Career Fair
April 18, 2023, City staff from 7 different departments (Equity & Engagement, Public Works, Fire, Police, Library, Neighborhoods Services, and IT) attended the high school career fair held at Central High School. This fair was open to all Unit 4 highschool students and had more than 20 organizations present with information and goodies. Students explored […]
Friday Forum and Conversation Cafe
April 14,2023, Community Relations Manager for the Department of Equity and Engagement, Jorge Elvir, spoke at the weekly Friday Forum. These forums allow attendees to hear from community leaders tackling our most pressing public concerns through an unwavering pursuit of social justice. Jorge presented on Community Violence and Anti-Violence Efforts being pursued by the City […]
Healey Street Road Closure (between Second Street and Third Street)
In order to repair sanitary sewer service at 203 E. Healey Street, 217 Inc. will close Healey Street between Second Street and Third Street. The closure will begin on Wednesday, April 19, and will reopen on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. During the closure, through traffic will not be allowed, but access will be maintained to […]