Devonshire HOA Hosts Neighborhood Block Party
On August 1, 2025, the Devonshire HOA hosted a neighborhood block party. The event included games, a bounce house and inflatable slide, music, and free snow cones from Kona Ice. Watson’s Shack and Rail food truck was also onsite. Neighbors noted that the sunny, mid-70s weather was perfect for an evening outside with neighbors. The […]
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 […]
Timberline Valley South HOA Completes Common Area Fallen Tree Removal
On July 25, 2025, the Timberline Valley South HOA completed the removal of a fallen tree from their commons area. The tree had fallen onto a neighboring fence on private property. Shoreline erosion along the adjacent detention basin caused the tree to become uprooted. The HOA used the City’s small grant program funds to help […]
Ironwood HOA Hosts Annual Block Party
The Ironwood HOA held their annual block Party on July 19, 2025. Around 250 neighbors were in attendance. Watson’s, Kona Ice, and Smith Burger Co food trucks fed everyone, and The Brat Pack provided live music, and provided free give-a-way items to the kids in attendance. The group borrowed games from the Neighborhood Services engagement […]
Timberline Valley South HOA Installs Community Dogs Waste Station
On June 21, 2025, the Timberline Valley South HOA completed installation of a community dog waste station. The project was proposed in response to pet owners neglecting to clean up after their animals. The waste station was installed adjacent to the common walkway between Florence Drive and Edward Hoffman Drive. The HOA was able to […]
Ashland Park HOA Holds Neighborhood Cleanup Event
On June 21, 2025, the Ashland Park HOA held a neighborhood cleanup event to remove litter and debris from their commons area at Sharp Drive and Luria Lane. Neighborhood volunteers collected 9 bags of trash. Litter sticks, buckets and gloves were provided by Neighborhood Services in support of the group’s efforts. The group plans to […]
Devonshire South II HOA Holds Neighborhood Cleanup Event
The Devonshire South II HOA held their annual landscape clean up event on June 21, 2025. The group cleaned up common areas and dropped off debris at the Landscape Recycling Center to be mulched. They also replaced mulch around trees in their common areas. After the work was completed, neighbors gathered for a picnic. The group used neighborhood […]
Neighborhood Services Supports Strides Summer BBQ
On June 21, 2025, Strides Shelter hosted their annual summer BBQ event in Beardsley Park. The event is a way to bring together the Strides guests and staff with the greater community for an afternoon of meaningful conversations, grilled food and fun. NSD provided tables, chairs, a speaker, and games for the event.
Timberline Valley South HOA Completes Shoreline Maintenance Project
On June 18, 2025, the Timberline Valley South HOA completed a shoreline repair project along their detention basin adjacent to Erin Drive. HOA’s are responsible for the maintenance of the common areas within their bounds, including the detention basins. Shoreline erosion can reduce a basin’s ability to store water, and the loose sediment feeds algae […]
Ashland Park HOA Holds Neighborhood Cleanup Event
On June 17, 2025, the Ashland Park HOA held a neighborhood cleanup event to remove litter and debris from their north and south ponds adjacent to North Prospect Avenue. Nine neighborhood volunteers collected 12 bags of trash. Litter sticks, buckets and gloves, as well as snacks for volunteers, were provided by Neighborhood Services in support […]