Champaign Fire Department Invites the Public to Open House
On May 27th, from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., the Champaign Fire Department will host a ceremonial “Push-In” of the new fire engine at Fire Station 4, 2315 W. John St., Champaign. A “Push-In” dates to the horse-drawn fire engine steamer days when the horses and the steamer engine would return to the fire station after going […]
Centennial Park Parking Lot Exit
The Public Works Engineering Transportation Section had a “No Parking” sign installed on John Street east of the Centennial Park parking lot exit. Due to the popularity of the new pickleball courts, this sign was installed to eliminate the problem of people parking illegally on John Street east of the Centennial Park parking lot exit. […]
Bradley Avenue Lane Closure and Pomona Drive Road Closure
In order to complete water main installation and pavement patching, Illinois American Water Company and DUCE Construction will close one eastbound lane of Bradley Avenue between Duncan Road and Pomona Drive. Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the area. Also, Pomona Drive will be closed between Bradley Avenue and Edward Hoffman Drive. […]
Champaign Police Host Open House
Champaign Police closed out another successful Police Week with the return of the Champaign Police Open House on Saturday, May 20th. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this was the first time this event was held since 2018. CPD staff offered opportunities for the community to learn about our police department firsthand at the event, including […]
43:43:43 Neighborhood Engagement Campaign Update
Neighborhood Services and Public Works Department staff attended the United Garden Hills Neighborhood Association (UGHNA) neighborhood group meeting on May 15. Public Works provided an update on the drainage and lighting infrastructure improvement construction timeline planned for the neighborhood. Also attending was Champaign Park District Executive Director Sarah Sandquist, who received community input regarding proposed Hedge POP! […]
Game Night in Turnberry Ridge Park
Neighborhood Services Department hosted a game night at Turnberry Ridge Park on Thursday, May 18, from 5-7 pm. The event was a success, with nearly 30 kids and 15 adults dropping by for a fun filled and family friendly evening that included games, a bounce house, music, and refreshments. Game nights are hosted in […]
May 23, 2023 Regular Study Session Cancelled
The City Council Regular Study Session scheduled for Tuesday, May 23, 2023, has been cancelled. Click here to download the May 23, 2023 Cancellation Notice
Champaign Police Honor Fallen Officers at Memorial Ceremonies
On May 19, 2023, the Champaign Police Department hosted the annual Police Memorial Ceremony at West Side Park. During the event, Champaign Police honored fallen heroes Thomas Dodsworth, Robert Tatman, and Christopher Oberheim, along with law enforcement officers across the nation who have died in the line of duty. Department staff was joined at the […]
Temporary Downtown Road Closure
Downtown Temporary Road Closure (State Street and Church Street) In order to conduct the Police Memorial Ceremony on Friday, May 19, 2023, a portion of two streets near West Side Park will be temporarily closed: • State Street between Hill Street and Park Street • Church Street between Randolph Street and Prairie Street The closure will […]
Police Department Hosts Employee Awards Ceremony
On May 17, 2023, the Police Department celebrated their annual employee award recipients with a reception. Award recipients for 2022 are: Officer of the Year: Christopher Aikman Employee of the Year: Gretchen Davis Life Saving Award: Molly Hedrick, John McAllister, Caleb Rice, Jeffrey Thomas Distinguished Leadership Award: Kevin Olmstead, Katherine Thompson, Renae Yandell Medal of […]