City of Champaign News

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 […]


Anthony Drive Road Closure (between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive)

To facilitate installation of wall foundation on the southern shoulder of Anthony Drive, White Construction will close Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive. Eastbound and westbound traffic will be detoured in the area.  Work is planned during the hours of 7 a.m. to Noon on Thursday, April 20, 2023.  


Hill Street Lane Closure (between First Street and Third Street)

In order to perform storm sewer repairs, SNC Construction will be closing one lane of Hill Street between First Street and Third Street.  Work is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, April 17, and is planned to be completed and reopened to traffic by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. The work […]


April 18, 2023 Regular Council Meeting

The City Council agenda for the April 18, 2023 Regular Council Meeting is now available through the link below. This meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers of the City Building, 102 N. Neil Street in Champaign, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and participation is welcome and encouraged. […]


New Street Road Closure (between John Street and William Street)

In order to repair the sanitary sewer service at 712 S. New Street, Fred’s Plumbing will close New Street between John Street and William Street.  The closure will begin on Monday, April 17, and will reopen on Friday, April 21, 2023. During the closure, traffic will not be allowed but access will be maintained to […]