The 30th episode of “Champaign Connection” runs on CGTV thru the end of June. • Anthony Cobb (Chief of Police) introduces himself to the community and provides viewers a look at the man behind the badge. Learn about his management philosophy and goals for strengthening the bond between the Champaign Police Department and the community….
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As Economy Shows Signs of Recovery, City Invests in its Future Champaign City Manager Steve Carter and Finance Director Richard Schnuer will hold a media briefing to present the City’s proposed budget for FY 2012/13 on Tuesday, May 1, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers (1st Floor of the City Building at 102 North…
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Champaign Police have arrested a suspect, JAMONTE R. HILL, in connection with a shooting that occurred near Clock and Bellefontaine Streets on April 24, 2012. Jamonte R. Hill Age: 17 Charges: Attempt Murder/Intent to Kill/Injure and Aggravated Battery with Firearm Bond: $1,000,000 The shooting occurred on April 24, 2012, at approximately 7:45 p.m., near…
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Starting Wednesday, May 2, 2012, Staley Road will be CLOSED to all through traffic between Bradley Avenue and Springfield Avenue to allow the start of Stage One of the Staley Road Improvement Project. Local traffic will have access to residences and businesses within the limits of the closure. A marked detour route will be in…
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On Tuesday, May 1, starting at 4:30 PM, a public Pre-Construction Open House will be held at the Champaign Public Library, Conference Room C, for the Staley Road (Springfield Avenue to Bloomington Road) roadway improvement project. At the Pre-Construction Open House, attendees can view construction staging exhibits and aerial photos of the project corridor. Project…
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The following commercial permits were issued this week. Each permit has an estimated cost of construction of $300,000 or more. Address Cost of Construction Date Issued Owner or Developer / Business 3731 Harbor Estates Ln. $494,260.00 04/23/12 Aquas Partnership/Multifamily 3721 Harbor Estates Ln. $524,500.00 04/23/12 Aquas Partnership/Multifamily
On April 25, the Planning Department led a live-streaming, interactive meeting to present details of the recently-released Request for Proposals to develop Parking Lot J. City staff from Planning, Building Safety, and Engineering described the elements of the RFP, and then answered questions from the in-person, online, and television audiences. At the conclusion of the…
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Officer Jonathan Westfield will conduct an anti-bullying seminar for volunteers of the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization on April 25th at 5:30 PM. Volunteers will be provided information on how to recognize, act in response to, and report bullying behaviors.
Officer Ben Newell will represent the Police Department at the Helping and Hiring Hometown Heroes Veteran’s Career Fair at the National Guard Armory in Urbana on April 27, 2012. This event is being sponsored by the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, Illinois WorkNet Center, the University of Illinois and Parkland College.
Officer Katherine Thompson represented the Police Department at the 2012 Sociology Majors and Minors Fair on Friday April 20, 2012. The Fair highlights not only the Sociology major itself, but also UIUC campus resources, volunteer and internship opportunities in the Champaign-Urbana area, and post-graduation opportunities. Students attend the fair looking to learn more about their…
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