Language Access | What You Need to Know
On May 1, 2025, Social Work Intern Terra Salgado from Equity and Engagement delivered a Language Access Training to department staff. This evidence-based and interactive session focused on practical strategies for creating a more equitably accessible community. Key objectives included defining language access, highlighting the consequences of inadequate access, explaining different types of interpretation, and […]
Voices through Vision
On April 25, 2025, Justice Victim Advocate Angela Worthy (E&E) joined members of the Urbana City Council, the Regional Planning Commission (RPC), and representatives from both Champaign and Urbana, to support “Voices through Vision” at Rape, Advocacy, Counseling, and Education Services (RACES). This event showcased artwork by survivors and provided a supportive open mic forum […]
Sharing Stories of Hope
On April 24, 2025 the Lived Experience Subcommittee hosted a Women’s Focus Group at Strides Shelter. During this session, subcommittee members facilitated discussions to understand the factors contributing to homelessness, identify helpful services, and explore how service providers can improve their support. The evening fostered positive feedback, highlighting the significant impact of services provided by […]
May 2025 Notice of Intended Pesticide Use
Effective January 1, 2025 the Illinois Department of Agriculture established Illinois Public Act 103-0976. This act regulates the use of pesticides in municipalities. This Act provides that municipalities and government entities provide at least 24 hours of notice to the public before applying a pesticide on a public right of way within the corporate boundaries of […]
2025 Slurry Seal Project
On Monday, May 5, 2025, weather permitting, MicroSurfacing Contractors LLC will begin sealing streets in the southeast one-third of Champaign (see the map below). The residential streets will be closed for about four hours until cured. Heavily traveled streets and streets with businesses will have one lane open at all times. Residents will be notified by […]
Apartment Fire – 1500 Block Kiler Dr.
The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a multi-family apartment building in the 1500 block of Kiler Dr., Friday, April 25, 2025, at 4:05 p.m. Fire crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire. Firefighters responded to a report from an occupant of a fire in this three-story apartment building. Once on the […]
No City Council Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday, April 29, 2025
There is no City Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Click here to download the April 29, 2025 No Meeting Notice
Country Brook Apartments Easter Fair
On April 18, 2025, staff from the Champaign Police Department and the Equity & Engagement Department hopped over to participate in a vibrant Easter Egg Hunt and Resource Fair held at Country Brook Apartments. This inclusive event, organized by Country Brook Apartments, fostered connection by inviting various community partners and city departments to host informative […]
One Hope United | Open House
On April 23, 2025, City staff from both the Champaign Police Department and the Equity & Engagement Department were present at an open house hosted by One Hope United. This Illinois-based non-profit organization provides crucial support to approximately 10,000 children each year through educational programs, family and youth assistance, and mental health services. The event […]
Staff Canvass for Fire Safety
On April 24, 2025, firefighters and staff from the Champaign Fire Department, Building Safety Department, and Equity & Engagement department collaborated in a proactive effort to enhance fire safety within the community. Their joint initiative involved a thorough canvassing of the neighborhoods surrounding Spaulding Park. This groundwork was laid in preparation for the upcoming Fire […]