Green Street Lane Closure (between Fifth Street and Sixth Street)
In order to install a sign at 603 S. Sixth Street, Signature Sign Company will close one lane of Green Street between Fifth Street and Sixth Street. During the closure, traffic will shift around the construction area. One lane of eastbound and one lane of westbound traffic will be maintained at all times. The closure […]
December 19, 2023 Regular Council Meeting Cancelled
The City Council Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 19, 2023, has been cancelled. Click here to download the December 19, 2023 Cancellation Notice
University Avenue Lane Closure (between Second Street and First Street)
In order to install water service at 134 E University Avenue, DUCE Construction will close one westbound lane of University Avenue between Second Street and First Street. The closure will begin on Monday, December 18 and will reopen on Friday, December 22, 2023. Westbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the area.
Former O’Charley’s Property Cleanup
The Code Compliance Division responded to a complaint of tarps and refuse at the former O’Charley’s restaurant property. The inspector found two people living outside of the building. There was an accumulation of shopping carts, tarps, garbage, and other refuse. A nuisance notice was issued to the owner of the property. Neighborhood Services staff contacted […]
Day of Forgiveness
On December 13, 2023 community members were invited to participate in the first ever ‘Day of Forgiveness’ in Champaign County. This Day of Forgiveness began the night before when families impacted by gun violence were able to have a meal with Dr. Tony Davis, a gun violence survivor himself, to discuss grief and the journey of forgiveness. The following […]
Champaign County Community Coalition: A Year in Review
On December 13, 2023 the Champaign County Community Coalition hosted their “Year in Review” meeting with a special guest Dr. Tony Davis. This end of year event was a celebration with music and holiday treats. Community members heard from the various local police departments on accomplishments achieved during 2023 including increased staff hiring, reduced gun […]
E&E Intern Wrap-Up
The Equity and Engagement Department was excited to host 4 interns this semester through the U of I’s School of Social Work, Community Learning Lab (CLL). The CLL creates and supports relationships between the community and the students at the University of Illinois in a partnership that is mutually beneficial in the areas of sustainability, […]
Grant Writing and Utilizing AI
On December 11, 2023 staff from the Equity and Engagement Department attended an all day workshop hosted by the U of I School of Social Work. Inspired by community partner feedback, the event focused on grant-writing and include a portion on utilizing AI for productivity and grant-writing. More than 50 people were in attendance for […]
Citizenship Fast Track Program
On December 9, 2023, staff from the Equity and Engagement Department assisted the New American Welcome Center (NAWC) in the final steps of their first Citizenship Fast-Track program. This intensive 10-day program was designed for community member seeking citizenship who were confident in their English skills. Through this program they learned about American history and […]
New IGFOA Downstate Chapter President
The Illinois Government Finance Officers Association (IGFOA) is an organization that serves finance professionals through learning, connecting, and progressing. Courtney Kouzmanoff, of the Finance Department, is among the group of City employees that are members of IGFOA and has been serving as the Vice President of the Downstate Illinois Chapter. She was recently appointed to […]