Residents Alerted to Misleading Home Warranty Mail Solicitations
The City of Champaign has become aware of a mailer some residents have received that appears to be a home warranty notice from the City of Champaign. The City of Champaign is not responsible for the mailer and does not provide home warranty services. The mailer, which is printed partly in Spanish, claims the recipient’s […]
City Recognizes Black History Month
February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate and honor the history, culture, and achievements of Black Americans. Throughout the month, the City of Champaign is highlighting national and local Black leaders, historical milestones, and community contributions through a dedicated social media campaign that recognizes their lasting impact on our community and beyond. Staff […]
1/25/26 – Sidewalk Snow Removal Activation
The Public Works Director has declared that the sidewalk snow and ice removal requirement in the Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas is in effect. Records indicate that Champaign has received at least two (2) inches of snow during Saturday’s snowfall. To make the sidewalks safer for pedestrians, City Ordinance requires sidewalks to be cleared twenty-four […]
Sidewalk Snow Removal Ordinance Activation December 14, 2025
Sidewalk Snow Removal Ordinance Activation The Public Works Director has declared that the sidewalk snow and ice removal requirement in the Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas is in effect. Records indicate that Champaign has received at least two (2) inches of snow during Saturday’s snowfall. To make the sidewalks safer for pedestrians, City Ordinance requires […]
Sidewalk Snow Removal Activation 12/12/25
The Public Works Director has declared that the sidewalk snow and ice removal requirement in the Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas is in effect. Records indicate that Champaign has received at least two (2) inches of snow during Thursday evening and overnight snowfall. To make the sidewalks safer for pedestrians, City Ordinance requires sidewalks to […]
Additional Fall Yard Waste Collection Delay
Champaign Public Works has been working throughout the Orange and Blue Zones to pick up collected yard waste. Due to the forecasted snowfall on Thursday afternoon, in order to prepare trucks and equipment Orange Zones 4 and 5 will be postponed until Snow and Ice Activities are complete. Completed – Orange Zones 1, 2, 3 […]
Final Yard Waste Collection Dates Rescheduled
Public Works will begin picking up yard waste on Monday, December 8, 2025 for BOTH Blue and Orange Collection Zones, weather permitting. All residents should place their yard waste bags near the curb before 6 a.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025. Crews will work through the City and pick up all bags starting Monday and […]
Sidewalk Snow Removal Activation 12/02/25
The Public Works Director has declared that the sidewalk snow and ice removal requirement in the Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas is in effect. Records indicate that Champaign has received at least two (2) inches of snow during Monday evening and overnight snowfall. To make the sidewalks safer for pedestrians, City Ordinance requires sidewalks to […]
Yard Waste Collection Delayed Due to Snow & Ice Activities
The last two weeks of yard waste collection, scheduled to begin on Monday, December 1 will be delayed until Public Works has completed addressing snow and ice activities. Our area received approximately 8″ of snow on Saturday. While City crews have addressed most primary routes, there is still additional work to do. Additionally, current forecasts […]
Sidewalk Snow Removal Ordinance Activation
Sidewalk Snow Removal Ordinance Activation The Public Works Director has declared that the sidewalk snow and ice removal requirement in the Downtown, Midtown, and Campustown areas is in effect. Records indicate that Champaign has received at least two (2) inches of snow during today’s snowfall. To make the sidewalks safer for pedestrians, City Ordinance requires […]