Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference
On September 30, the Champaign County Community Coalition hosted the Black Mental Health and Wellness conference at Parkland College. The conference aimed at addressing the challenges of mental health in the black community and assisting those affected along with their families on a path to wellness. Sessions included in-depth conversations about understanding mental health and […]
Anthony Drive Road Closure (between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive)
White Construction will close Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive. Both eastbound and westbound Anthony Drive traffic will be detoured in the area. The closure will occur on Monday, October 9, through Thursday, October 12, 2023, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Access will be maintained to all local properties.
i3 Broadband Fiberoptic Construction Project – Mattis/Draper/University/John
The City of Champaign shares the following information on behalf of i3 Broadband: i3 Broadband will begin installation of fiberoptic utility in an area between Mattis and Draper (from west to east) and between University and John (from north to south). The construction process will continue for 6-8 weeks from first seeing utility flags to […]
City of Champaign Invites Stakeholder Input on Development, Permitting, and Inspection Processes
The City of Champaign is engaged in a comprehensive assessment of the City’s development review, permitting, and inspection processes. The City has hired Matrix Consultants to evaluate current processes and gather suggestions and feedback from the development community concerning these City services. Interested stakeholders are invited to attend a focus group next week to share […]
Washington Street Lane Closure (between Neil Street and Hickory Street)
In order to complete pavement patching, AT&T and Western Utility will close one lane of Washington Street between Neil Street and Hickory Street. The closure will begin on Monday, October 9, and will reopen on Friday, October 13, 2023, weather permitting. An eastbound lane and a westbound lane will be maintained in the area. Traffic […]
City Celebrates 2023 CU Pride Fest and Parade!
On September 30, 2023, the City of Champaign joined the CU Pride Fest and Parade to celebrate everything that makes us fabulous! Council members, Alicia Beck, Matthew Gladney, Kathy Shannon, Michael Foellmer and City Staff from the Equity & Engagement Department, Public Works, Neighborhood Services Department, and Planning Department all came out to walk in […]
Empowering Small Businesses in Champaign: A Conversation with T.J. Blakeman
Are you looking to start or grow your business? The City of Champaign is here to help! In the latest episode of Champaign Spotlight, T.J. Blakeman (Senior Planner for Economic Development) shares information with budding entrepreneurs about City services and programs available to help make their businesses successful. Learn how your business can benefit from […]
Green Street Lane Closure (between Neil Street and Locust Street)
In order to deliver construction materials at 24 E. Green Street, Mid Illinois Concrete & Excavating will close one lane of Green Street between Neil Street and Locust Street. The closure will occur on Thursday, October 5, 2023, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. During the closure, both an eastbound lane and […]
Stadium Fire – 1402 S. First St.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire at Memorial Stadium, 1402 S. First St., Tuesday, October 3rd, at 7:56 p.m. Fire crews worked to extinguish this fire that originated in a maintenance area of the stadium under the Horseshoe. Firefighters responded to an automatic fire alarm at the stadium. Once on the scene, fire […]
Mayor Feinen Elected First Vice President of the Illinois Municipal League
On September 23, 2023, Mayor Deborah Frank Feinen was unanimously elected to a one-year term as the Illinois Municipal League’s (IML) First Vice President. IML is a statewide association that represents Illinois communities and provides a united voice on matters involving common interests across the state. Mayor Feinen was elected to this leadership position during […]