The City Building Celebrated Pride
June is the month in which we honor the 1969 riots at the Stonewall Inn that sparked a movement to live up to our Nation’s promise of equality, liberty, and justice for all. Our friends at Uniting Pride Center came to decorate the display case in the City Building with tons of useful information about […]
Summer Kickoff Cookout
On May 31, 2023 Country Brook Apartments hosted its third annual block party to kick off summer 2023 for the residents. Country Brook partnered with various Blueprint partners such as TRI, DREAAM Academy, and Y on The Fly to organize the block party for neighborhood residents. The overall goal of the event was to promote […]
Bradley Avenue Lane Closure – Revised Date
In order to perform storm sewer lining, Visu Sewer Technologies will be closing one eastbound lane of Bradley Avenue between State Street and Randolph Street. During this time, eastbound traffic on Bradley Avenue will be merged into a single lane through a short construction work zone. The Randolph Street west turn onto Bradley Avenue will […]
No City Council Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday, May 30, 2023
There is no City Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Click here to download the May 30, 2023 No Meeting Notice
Bradley Avenue Lane Closure (between State Street and Randolph Street)
In order to perform storm sewer lining, Visu Sewer Technologies will be closing one eastbound lane of Bradley Avenue between State Street and Randolph Street. During this time, eastbound traffic on Bradley Avenue will be merged into a single lane through a short construction work zone. The Randolph Street west turn onto Bradley Avenue will […]
i3 Broadband Fiberoptic Construction Project – Liberty on the Lake
The City of Champaign shares the following information on behalf of i3 Broadband: i3 Broadband will begin installation of fiberoptic utility in the Liberty on the Lake subdivision. The construction process will continue for 6-8 weeks from first seeing utility flags to completing restoration and activating services. I3 Broadband is a licensed utility in the […]
New Episode of Champaign Spotlight Features City Attorney Thomas Yu
The City is thrilled to present the latest addition to our Champaign Spotlight series with a new episode featuring City Attorney Thomas Yu. Join us as he shares insights about his experience in the legal profession and the extraordinary team he leads. Hear some behind-the-scenes stories that shaped our City’s history. Gain valuable perspective on […]
City Uses Yard Signs to Promote Modified SLEEP Enrollment
During Modified SLEEP installations, the City is posting signs in participants’ yards to promote the program. The new signs will lead neighbors to the enrollment form through a convenient QR code. This new method of promotion was implemented in response to neighbors approaching contractors to learn how they could get enrolled. The Modified SLEEP Program […]
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 3809 Slate Drive $350,000 05/18/2023 New Single Family 1005 W Columbia $425,000 05/18/2023 New Duplex 2006 W Bradley $500,000 05/19/2023 Alteration Apartments 2008 […]
Residential Fire – 1117 W. Beardsley Ave.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire outside a single-family home at 1117 W. Beardsley Ave., Wednesday, May 24, at 7:37 p.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire outside the home. Firefighters responded to a report of a fire on the exterior of this single-story residence, called in by an occupant. Once on the […]