City of Champaign News

2023 Slurry Seal Project

On Thursday, May 4, 2023, weather permitting, MicroSurfacing Contractors LLC will begin sealing streets in the northeast one-third of Champaign (see the attached map). The residential streets will be closed for about four hours until cured. Heavily traveled streets and streets with businesses will have one lane open at all times. Residents will be notified […]


Church Street Short-Term Road Closure (between Randolph Street and Neil Street)

To facilitate a film production in Downtown Champaign, Church Street between Randolph Street and Neil Street will be closed from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3, through 6 a.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2023.  Access to local businesses will be allowed by the local film production crew when filming is not actively taking place. Northbound […]


Champaign Police Invite the Public to Annual Police Week Events

Return of Police Department Open House Set for Saturday, May 20, 2023 The Champaign Police Department invites the public to attend events during National Police Week, May 14 through 20, 2023, as we open our doors to the community for the first time since 2018. Additionally, Champaign Police will once again recognize employees for their […]


Shooting Investigation – 700 Block of Sherwood Terrace

Champaign Police were dispatched at 2:03 a.m. on April 29, 2023, to the 700 Block of Sherwood Terrace in Champaign for a report of a Shooting with Injuries. Upon arrival, officers located a 32-year-old male victim from Champaign with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the left leg. Officers and personnel with the Champaign Fire Department […]


Clark Street Road Closure (between Prospect Avenue and New Street)

In order to perform storm sewer repairs, SNC Construction will be closing Clark Street at 805 W. Clark, between Prospect Avenue and New Street. During this construction, Clark Street will be restricted to local traffic only.  Work is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. on Monday, May 1, and is planned to be completed and […]


New Parking Permit Informational Video

As the Public Works Department prepares for another busy parking permit season, a new informational video starring “PW” was produced to share valuable information with new permit holders. Public Works and Communications Division staff worked together to produce the video that shares important information that in the past was shared verbally by staff to each […]


May 2, 2023 Regular Council Meeting and Post-Council Study Session

The City Council agenda for the May 2, 2023 Regular Council Meeting and Post-Council 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 […]


Garden Hills Hedge POP! Park Refresh

The Hedge POP! Park is receiving a refresh ahead of the summer months. Last week, City Staff from the Planning and Development, Neighborhood Services Department and Engineering Division worked with dedicated volunteers from First Followers and about 10 neighborhood kids to spread mulch, place planter boxes, pick up liter and also have some fun! More […]


Neighborhood Services Department Staff Attend Feeding Champaign County Food Summit

On April 18, 2023, Neighborhood Programs staff members Jennifer Carlson, Betsy Barclay and Shelby Mammano recently attended the Feeding Champaign County Food Summit at the Illinois Terminal. Presenters from several different organizations within Champaign County spoke about food access and security. Food banks, meal distribution, soup kitchens, community gardens and learning kitchens are some of […]


University Avenue Lane Closure (between Chestnut Street and First Street)

In order to repair a sanitary sewer service, Lanz Underground will close one eastbound lane of University Avenue between Chestnut Street and First Street. Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in this area. When possible, the lane will be reopened to traffic overnight and throughout the weekend.  The closure will begin on Monday, […]