Category: Public Works Department News

Freedom Boulevard Lane Closure (between Yankee Lane and Entrance to Carle on Curtis)

In order to accommodate a moving truck at 3614 Freedom Boulevard, the property owner will close the northbound lane of Freedom Boulevard between Yankee Lane and the entrance to Carle on Curtis (just south of Curtis Road). The closure will take place on Friday, December 19, 2025, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 […]


Fifth Street Road Closure (between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street)

In order to complete a concrete pour at 502 S. Fifth Street, University Group will close Fifth Street between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street.  The closure will occur on Thursday, December 18, 2025, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. During the closure, through traffic will not be allowed; however, access will be […]


Lane Closures near 309 S. First Street

In order to facilitate construction activity at 309 S. First Street, University Group has closed the following lanes: • Northbound lane of Locust Street from Willow Street to Marshall Street • Eastbound lane of Willow Street from Locust Street to First Street • Westbound lane of Marshall Street from Locust Street to First Street The […]


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 […]


Fifth Street Road Closure (between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street)

In order to complete a concrete pour at 502 S. Fifth Street, University Group will close Fifth Street between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street.  The closure will occur on Thursday, December 11, 2025, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. During the closure, through traffic will not be allowed; however, access will be […]


Chalmers Street Lane Closure (between Fifth Street and Sixth Street)

In order to complete an emergency sewer repair, SNC Construction has closed the westbound lane of Chalmers Street between Fifth and Sixth Street to through traffic. The eastbound lane of Chalmers will remain open. This repair is expected to be completed by 3 p.m. on Friday, December 12, 2025, weather permitting.


Fifth Street Road Closure (between Daniel Street and Chalmers Street)

In order to complete an emergency sewer repair, SNC Construction has closed Fifth Street between Daniel Street and Chalmers Street. Access will be maintained to all properties, but the road will be closed to through traffic. This repair is expected to be completed by 3 p.m. on Friday, December 12, 2025, weather permitting.