City Staff Support Country Brook Event
On August 8, representatives from the Equity and Engagement Department and the Champaign Police Department attended an event to support the New Beginnings organization at a community event for the families of Country Brook. The event provided clothing, school supplies, and meals to those in need. It served as a valuable opportunity to connect directly […]
City Steps Up for Back to School Giveaway
On August 5, 2025, the Unit 4 School District held its annual Back to School Giveaway at Market Place Shopping Center and provided essential school supplies to students and families in the community. The event featured participation from several local organizations, including Housing Authority of Champaign County, City of Champaign’s Equity & Engagement Department, Children’s […]
City Departments Get Involved in National Night Out Celebration
Champaign celebrated National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, bringing together community members, local officials, and public safety personnel for an evening of fun and connection. The event featured delicious nachos, family-friendly activities, and a surprise visit from beloved superheroes. Participants had the opportunity to engage with Councilwoman Kathy Shannon, the Champaign Police and […]
Equity & Engagement and Public Works Offer Assistance to DMV in Need
The local DMV office in Champaign is currently undergoing remodeling. During this phase, they brought in the mobile Secretary of State DMV unit to maintain services and continue supporting our community. Due to space limitations and the need for secure overnight storage, they requested assistance from our team to help ensure daily operations could run […]
City Staff Join Community for Love & Peace Barbecue
Staff from multiple City departments were on-hand on Sunday, July 27, to join in the fun at a Love & Peace BBQ event in Douglass Park. The event was intended to build community and lift up young residents, including a meal, dance contest, structured activities, and school supply giveaways. City Manager Walls, Mayor Feinen, and […]
Community Coalition Holds Monthly Meeting
The Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting on July 9, 2025. The meeting included an update from Project Success – Rise-Up Gun Violence Prevention based in Danville, where representatives showcased a powerful student-produced video aimed at raising awareness and encouraging an end to gun violence in their community. A key highlight of the […]
City Staff Attends IDOT – Basics of AI for Businesses Workshop
On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, Mikal Washington, Community Relations Specialist (Equity and Engagement), attended a workshop titled “Basics of AI for Businesses” at the Champaign Public Library. The event was hosted by IDOT and included several businesses featured in the City of Champaign’s Diversity Advancement Program (CDAP). The workshop provided valuable insights on how businesses […]
Champaign County Violence Prevention Workgroup
On Monday, July 14, 2025, community leaders and advocates gathered at the Champaign Public Library for a meeting of the Champaign County Violence Prevention Workgroup. Sponsored by the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District, the meeting focused on collaborative efforts to address and reduce violence throughout the county. The workgroup centered its discussion around three priority areas: […]
City Hosts Community Events Against Gun Violence
Over the past week, members of the Equity and Engagement team participated in three impactful community-led meetings focused on creating change and finding solutions to end gun violence in our community. Notable attendees included Council Member Shauna Clayborn and Champaign Police Chief Timothy Tyler. The first event, titled “Stand Together Against Injustice,” took place on […]
City Hosts Community Gun Violence Response Meeting
In response to a recent uptick in gun violence, the City of Champaign’s Department of Equity & Engagement hosted a Community Gun Violence Response Meeting on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting brought together community members, City leaders, elected officials, and representatives from local non-profit organizations, all united by a shared commitment […]