University Avenue Lane Closure (between Chestnut Street and First Street)
In order to perform storm sewer repairs, A&R Services will be closing the right lane of westbound University Avenue between Chestnut Street and First Street. During this time, westbound University Avenue will be reduced to a single lane through a short construction work zone. Work is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. on Monday, December […]
City of Champaign Announces Appointment of New Deputy City Manager
Today the City of Champaign announced the appointment of Nancy L. Rabel to serve as the City’s next Deputy City Manager starting December 16, 2024. Rabel has more than 25 years of combined municipal administration and extensive experience serving as an attorney for both public and private entities. She has served the City of Champaign […]
Bristol Place Senior Residences Groundbreaking Ceremony
On December 2, 2024, Neighborhood Services partnered with Bristol Place Residences developer AHDVS, LLC to host a groundbreaking ceremony for the Bristol Place Senior Residences. Due to the cold weather, the groundbreaking ceremony was held indoors at the John Lee Johnson Clubhouse. Site prep is already underway for the 60-unit affordable housing complex for seniors […]
Public Works Creates Downtown Winter Display
The Public Works Forestry Section has once again put together an impressive seasonal display in Downtown Champaign, located at the northeast intersection of Walnut and Chester. The team is becoming skilled at utilizing their talents to create painted tree logs and stumps that were salvaged from a summer storm. These displays are quickly turning into […]
Commercial Fire – 300 Block S. Market St.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a commercial building in the 300 block of S. Market St., Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 12:41 p.m. Fire crews were able to quickly get the fire under control. Firefighters responded to a report from a passerby of a fire in this single-story commercial structure. Once […]
New Episode of Champaign Spotlight Features Public Works Director
Get to know Champaign’s new Public Works Director Terry Lusby, Jr. in the latest episode of Champaign Spotlight! Terry shares insights about his professional journey and provides an overview of the essential services the Public Works Department provides to our community. From maintaining streets to managing city infrastructure, discover how this critically important department keeps Champaign […]
University Avenue Lane Closure (between Third Street and Fourth Street)
In order to install sidewalk at 306 E. University Avenue, Stark Excavating will close a westbound lane of University Avenue between Third Street and Fourth Street. During the closure, westbound traffic will be reduced to one lane. The closure will begin on Monday, December 9, and will reopen on Friday, December 13, 2024.
New Episode of The Mayor Feinen Podcast Focuses on CPD Reaccreditation
In the newest installment of her podcast, Mayor Feinen sits down with ILEAP Director/Chief, Jeff Hamer, and CPD’s Lt. Greg Manzana, to discuss the Champaign Police Department’s recent reaccreditation as a Tier 2 department, the highest standard of excellence. In this episode, they talk about: what Tier 2 accreditation means for the Champaign community, how […]
Residential Fire – 1400 Block W. Clark St.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a residence in the 1400 block of W. Clark St., Monday, December 2, 2024, at 11:12 a.m. Fire crews were able to quickly get the fire under control. Firefighters responded to a report from a passerby of a fire in the single-family home. Once on the […]
Champaign City Council to Vote on Appointment of Joan Walls as Next City Manager
At its meeting on December 3, 2024, the Champaign City Council will consider a resolution to appoint Joan Walls to serve as the next City Manager for the City of Champaign. For the past eleven years Walls has served as Deputy City Manager, a position that functions as the Chief Operating Officer of the City […]