Commercial Permits
The following commercial permits were issued this week with an estimated cost of construction of $250,000 or more.
Champaign Recognized for Efforts to Strengthen Police-Community Relationships
On August 10, 2016, the United States Conference of Mayors issued a report recognizing the commitment that communities from across the country have made to strengthen police-community relations. The City of Champaign is one of 49 cities highlighted in the report, which shines a light on progressive cities who are working to foster community conversations on […]
State Street Lane Closure
In order perform storm sewer repairs, Duce Construction will close one lane of State Street between White Street and Springfield Avenue. State Street will be reduced to a single southbound lane through the work zone. This work will start on Tuesday, August 9 at 7 a.m. and is planned to be completed and reopened to […]
August 9, 2016 Regular City Council Study Session
The City Council agenda for the August 9, 2016 Regular Council Study Session is now available online. 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. Click here […]
New Episode of Champaign Connection
The newest episode of The Champaign Connection is now available for viewing on CGTV and for streaming online. In this episode, learn about a new online tool that is designed to help entrepreneurs with all the resources they may need to build or grow their small business. Senior Planner T.J. Blakeman explains how the new […]
First Street Lane Closure (Extended)
In order to install a fire service at 116 N First Street, DUCE Construction has closed a lane of First Street between Park Street and University Avenue. The lane closure began on Monday, August 1, 2016 and has been extended to Wednesday, August 10, 2016. Lanes will shift in the area in order to maintain […]
Bradley Avenue and Prospect Avenue Lane Closures
In order to perform storm sewer repairs, Duce Construction will close one northbound lane on Prospect Avenue and one westbound lane of Bradley Avenue at the intersection. All other lanes will remain open and unaffected by this work. This work will start on Sunday, August 7 at 9 p.m. and is planned to be completed […]
Bradley Avenue Lane Closure at Mattis Avenue
In order to perform storm sewer repairs, Duce Construction will close one westbound lane of Bradley Avenue at the intersection of Bradley Avenue and Mattis Avenue. Traffic traveling on Mattis Avenue will not be impacted by this work. Westbound traffic traveling on Bradley Avenue will be reduced to a single lane through a short work […]
Champaign City Council Approves the Assistance to Firefighters Grant
For Immediate Release The Champaign Fire Department has been awarded $183,478 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Assistance to Firefighters Grant for technical rescue training. This grant has a City match of $18,347 for a total of $201,825 for continued training. In January 2016, the Champaign Fire Department applied for the FEMA Assistance to […]
Springfield Avenue (IL Rt. 10 & US Rt. 150) Lane Closures and Detour -EXTENDED
In order to facilitate installation of a sanitary sewer interceptor and pump station for Urbana and Champaign Sanitary District, Stark Excavating has closed eastbound Springfield Avenue between First Street and Third Street. The lane closure began on Monday, July 25, 2016, and has been extended to Friday, August 12, 2016. Eastbound traffic will be detoured […]