January 24, 2023 Regular Study Session
The City Council agenda for the January 24, 2023 Regular Study Session is now available through the link below. This meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers of the City Building, 102 N. Neil Street in Champaign, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and participation is welcome and encouraged. […]
Building Permit Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permit for a project with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 1901 N Market, T1 1,450,000 01/17/2023 Alteration Fitness Center 2023 Overall Construction Value: $1,850,772
Bradley Avenue Lane Closure (from State Street to Randolph Street)
In order to perform work for a sewer lining project, Visu-Sewer Construction Inc. will close one eastbound lane of Bradley Avenue between State Street and Randolph Street. The closure will occur between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday, January 20, 2023.
MLK Countywide Celebration Event
On January 15, City staff, Council Members, and the HRC Commissioners attended the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Countywide Celebration at Krannert Center for Performing Arts. The youth recipients of MLK Scholarships were announced, and three community members were awarded for their service to the community.
Equity and Engagement Helps Displaced Residents
On January 18, Justice Victim Advocates (Equity and Engagement) staff delivered meals to displaced residents of Champaign Park Apartments. Families that are in need will continue to be given essential necessities like toiletries, hygiene products, covers/blankets, food, and more. Above: A Justice Victim Advocate delivers food to a resident.
Bradley Avenue Lane Closure (from Garden Hills Dr. to Redwood Dr.) – Extended Closure Date
In order to perform work for a sewer lining project, Visu-Sewer Construction Inc. will close one westbound lane of Bradley Avenue between Garden Hills Drive and Redwood Drive. The closure began on Tuesday, January 17, and is now scheduled to reopen by 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 19, 2023. The closure will occur between 7 […]
Traffic Control at the Intersection of Church Street and Randolph Street
In order to perform routine storm sewer maintenance activities, National Power Rodding Corp. will set up in the northwest intersection of Randolph Street and Church Street. Traffic in the west lane of northbound Randolph Street will merge into the east side of the northbound traffic for a short segment, and traffic on the north side […]
Anthony Drive Lane Closure (between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive)
To facilitate installation of a temporary wall on the southern shoulder of Anthony Drive, William Charles Construction will close Anthony Drive between Dobbins Drive and Dale Drive. Eastbound and westbound traffic will be affected. Flaggers will be utilized to intermittently allow one-way traffic through the construction zone. Drivers may want to seek alternate routes to […]
Temporary Emergency Housing Provided to Displaced Tenants of Champaign Park Apartments
On January 17, the Champaign City Council will consider approving the expenditure of up to $350,000 to provide temporary emergency housing in the near term for tenants displaced from Champaign Park Apartments. The City has been actively assisting tenants at the apartment complex since late last year when several buildings were condemned for life-safety reasons. […]
January 17, 2023 Regular Council Meeting
The City Council agenda for the January 17, 2023 Regular Council Meeting is now available through the link below. This meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers of the City Building, 102 N. Neil Street in Champaign, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and participation is welcome and encouraged. […]