Champaign Police Employee Awards and Memorial Ceremonies Now Available On-Demand
The City’s Communications Division recently produced coverage of two important Police Department ceremonies. The first was the Police Department Employee Awards Ceremony on May 18, 2022, held at the Champaign Police Department. The second was the Champaign Police Memorial Ceremony on May 20, 2022, at West Side Park. Both videos were edited and began playing […]
Welcoming Interactive Annual Conference
From May 17 – May 20, Equity and Engagement Dept. staff member, Mary Catherine Roberson attended Welcoming Interactive 2022, an annual conference that highlights successful practices and inspiring stories about immigrant inclusion, programs, policies, and partnerships on economic development, civic engagement, government leadership, and more. Over 400 leaders in community, government, and nonprofit sectors gathered […]
City of Champaign Announces “CommYOUnity” Events for Summer 2022
The City of Champaign is excited to announce the kickoff of a summer filled with City-sponsored community events for this year’s “CommYOUnity: It takes YOU to make it work!” summer engagement campaign. CommYOUnity events are free and open to the public. Everyone is encouraged to attend for food, fun, and community-building conversation. The 2022 “CommYOUnity: […]
2022 Concrete Street Improvements Project (Chalmers Street eastbound at Fourth Street and Armory Avenue eastbound at Fourth Street)
In order for work to be performed as part of the 2022 Concrete Street Improvements Project, City contractors have closed eastbound Chalmers Street at Fourth Street and also eastbound Armory Avenue at Fourth Street. Work began Tuesday, May 24, and is scheduled to be completed in late August 2022.
2022 Concrete Street Improvements Project (Fourth Street from Armory Avenue to Daniel Street)
As part of the City’s 2022 Concrete Street Improvements Project, the pavement on Fourth Street from Armory Avenue to Daniel Street will be reconstructed. In conjunction with the City’s work, Illinois American Water Company will be replacing water main below the pavement on this portion of Fourth Street. A and R Services will be the […]
Champaign Public Library Board of Trustees Appoints Brittany Millington as Next Library Director
Champaign Public Library Board President Katie Blakeman announced this morning that Brittany Millington has been appointed to the position of Library Director effective June 1, 2022. Millington has served as the Library’s Deputy Director since 2017. “Brittany’s combination of forward-thinking innovation and a commitment to the Library’s core values make her the best possible candidate […]
2022 Annual Paving Project
Cross Construction Inc. will begin rehabilitation work on a portion of the City’s annual paving project. Work is scheduled to begin Monday, May 23, 2022, and be completed by July 15, 2022. The following streets will be included: • Clark Street from Prospect Avenue to State Street • Columbia Avenue from State Street to Neil […]
Memorial Honors Fallen Heroes at West Side Park
On May 20, 2022, the Champaign Police Department hosted the annual Police Memorial Ceremony at West Side Park. During the unexpectedly rainy event, Champaign Police honored fallen heroes Thomas Dodsworth, Robert Tatman, and Christopher Oberheim, along with law enforcement officers worldwide who have died in the line of duty. Department staff was joined at the […]
May 24, 2022 Regular Study Session
The City Council agenda for the May 24, 2022 Regular Study Session 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. […]
Fire Damaged Property Demolished by Owner
A fire damaged a house in late January beyond repair. A Property Maintenance Inspector issued a notice to the owner that the property was Condemned for Occupancy and needed to be demolished. The owner stated that he was getting bids for the demolition of the structures. Several weeks passed without activity at the property. The […]