First Street Lane Closure (between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street)
In order to facilitate construction at 101 E. Springfield Avenue, University Group will close a northbound lane of First Street between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street. The closure will occur on Thursday, March 12, 2026, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. One lane of northbound traffic and one lane of southbound traffic […]
Kirby Avenue Lane Closure (between First Street and Fourth Street)
In order to complete construction at Gies Memorial Stadium, Piros Signs will close one westbound lane of Kirby Avenue between First Street and Fourth Street. The closure will begin on Monday, March 9, and will end on Saturday, March 21, 2026, weather permitting. During the closure, westbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in […]
Equity and Engagement Staff Attends First Followers Film Screening
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, staff from the Community Safety and Justice and Mental Health and Emergency Response Divisions of the Equity and Engagement Department attended a Black History Month film screening hosted by Blueprint partner First Followers. The event was held at the space provided by fellow Blueprint partner Y on the Fly, creating […]
City Staff Connect with Cultural Districts Across Illinois at State Meeting
Tracy Parsons, Community Relations Manager for the Equity and Engagement Department, recently attended the State-Designated Cultural District Meeting in Springfield, Illinois, hosted by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Staff provided representation on behalf of the North First Street Cultural District. During the meeting, staff engaged in meaningful discussions focused on funding […]
March 10, 2026 Special Regular Council Meeting
The City Council agenda for the March 10, 2026 Special 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 5:30 p.m. (Note Change from Regular Meeting Time of 7:00 p.m.) The meeting is open […]
Building Permits Issued
The Champaign Fire Department’s Building Safety Division recently issued the following building permits for projects with an estimated construction value of $250,000 or more. Address Value of Construction Date Issued Type Use 2503 Crimson Ln $400,000 2/27/2026 Residential New Single Family Dwelling 108 S. Fifth St $637,790 02/26/2026 Residential New Townhouses 1005 S. Sixth St […]
City Staff attend Affordable Housing Forum
Neighborhood Services Department staff recently attended the Illinois Housing Council Affordable Housing Forum, joining approximately 825 housing professionals from across Illinois. The event brought together developers, consultants, nonprofit organizations, lenders, and public agencies to discuss strategies for expanding affordable housing and addressing growing housing demand. City staff also networked with affordable housing developers and consultants […]
Fifth Street Road Closure (between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street)
In order to facilitate construction at 502 S. Fifth Street, University Group will close Fifth Street between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street. The closure will begin on Monday, March 9, and will reopen on Friday, March 27, 2026, weather permitting. During the closure, through traffic will not be allowed; however, access will be maintained to […]
Prospect Avenue Lane Closure (between Baytowne Drive and Marketview Drive)
In order to complete sidewalk removal and replacement adjacent to 2029 N. Prospect, Mid Illinois Concrete will close one southbound lane of Prospect Avenue between Baytowne Drive and Marketview Drive. The closure will occur between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. starting Monday, March 9, and ending Saturday, March 14, 2026, weather permitting. […]
City Supports Courage Connection “Breaking the Cycle”
On February 25, 2026, the Champaign County Community Coalition, in partnership with Courage Connection, hosted the “Breaking the Cycle – Town Hall Event.” City Councilmember Bob Pollett and Deputy City Manager Christopher Walton attended, demonstrating the City’s leadership presence and commitment to addressing issues impacting local youth and families. The community forum brought together residents, […]