Keynote Speaker Champaign Public Library Staff Development Day
On Friday, November 8, 2024, Rachel Joy, Equity and Engagement Department was the guest speaker for the Champaign Public Library’s staff development day. Rachel provided valuable insights into the Equity and Engagement Department and its three divisions. This informative session sparked a lively Q&A, demonstrating the interest of library staff in the department’s work. Library […]
39th Annual University of Illinois Celebration of Diversity.
On Friday, November 8, 2024, Deputy City Manager, Joan Walls, and staff from Equity and Engagement Department participated in the 39th Annual University of Illinois Celebration of Diversity. This event, a cornerstone of the university’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, brings together both university and community members to celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures […]
Youth Assessment Center Advisory Board Meeting
On Tuesday, November 12,2024, Mikal Washington from the Equity and Engagement Department attended the Youth Assessment Center Advisory Board Meeting. During the meeting, participants received updates on the Youth Assessment Center, including data on program referrals and an exciting new research partnership with University of Illinois Ph.D. students and the Urbana School District. The meeting […]
Kirby Avenue Lane Closure (between Stratford Drive and Scottsdale Drive)
In order to complete tree maintenance at 2707 W. Kirby Avenue, Myers and Sons Company will close one eastbound lane of Kirby Avenue between Stratford Drive and Scottsdale Drive. The closure will occur on Friday, November 15, 2024, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. During the closure, eastbound traffic will be reduced […]
Kelly Court Road Closure
Kelly Court Road Closure (between Springfield Avenue and White Street) In order to complete a sanitary sewer connection at 1306 W Springfield, Lanz Plumbing will close a section of Kelly Ct. between Springfield Ave. and White St. The closure will begin on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 and will be planned to reopen on Tuesday, November […]
Champaign City Manager Announces Upcoming Retirement
Champaign City Manager Dorothy Ann David today announced her plans to retire from the City of Champaign on December 20, 2024. David has served the City of Champaign for more than 30 years, including the last eleven years as City Manager. Upon announcing her upcoming retirement, City Manager David said, “I am extremely grateful to […]
Champaign Police Investigating Death in Home Invasion
Champaign Police were dispatched at 4:09 a.m. on November 10, 2024, to the 1200 block of Harrington Drive for the report of a home invasion with gunfire. On-scene, officers located two injured men and immediately began to administer emergency aid with assistance from the Champaign Fire Department. One man, a resident of the home, had […]
Champaign Police Kickoff Food Drive for Eastern Illinois Food Bank
Champaign Police need your help in the new Protect & Feed competition to benefit Eastern Illinois Foodbank! We’re facing off against five other agencies in an effort to help the community during this giving season. From today, November 8, through November 22, 2024, Champaign Police will be collecting non-perishable food in our lobby at 82 […]
November 12, 2024 Regular Council Meeting
The City Council agenda for the November 12, 2024 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. […]
Upcoming Summit on Homelessness Seeks to Find Ways of Improving Care for Unhoused Individuals in Champaign County
The Champaign County Continuum of Service Providers to the Homeless (CSPH) and the Community Coalition are convening the “Summit on Homelessness: A Community Conversation” on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. The Summit will run from 9am to 3pm at the Champaign Public Library (200 W. Green Street, Robeson Room A&B) and features a keynote address at […]