City of Champaign News

Devonshire Drive Lane Closure (between Sandpiper Lane and Mayfair Road)

Starting Now:  As part of the City’s Spring Pavement Patching Project, Feutz Contractors have closed one lane of Devonshire Drive between Sandpiper Lane and Mayfair Road. At this time, only eastbound traffic will be allowed. The work begins today, and the closure is expected to last three to four days, weather permitting.


Broadmoor Drive Lane Closure (between Mattis Avenue and Mayfair Road)

As part of the City’s Spring Pavement Patching Project, Feutz Contractors will be closing one lane of Broadmoor Drive between Mattis Avenue and Mayfair Road. During the closure, only eastbound traffic will be allowed. The work will begin on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, and is expected to last two to three weeks, weather permitting.  


Kirby Avenue Lane Closure (between Mayfair Road and Ridge Road)

In order to install fiberoptic utility, i3 Broadband will close one eastbound lane of Kirby Avenue between Mayfair Road and Ridge Road.  The closure will begin on Monday, March 27, 2023, and will reopen on Monday, April 3, 2023, weather permitting.  Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the area.


March 28, 2023 Regular Study Session

The City Council agenda for the March 28, 2023 Regular Study Session 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. […]


University Avenue Lane Closure (between Chestnut Street and Second Street)

In order to perform routine storm sewer maintenance activities, National Power Rodding Corp. will be closing one westbound lane of University Avenue between Second Street and Chestnut Street.  Work is planned during the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, March 27, 2023. The work is weather dependent and may be delayed in […]


“Race Talks” at Urbana Neighborhood Connections Center

On March 24, 2023, staff from the Equity and Engagement Department joined “Race Talks” that were being held at the Urbana Neighborhood Connections Center. As part of their afterschool program, these middle school students engaged in important conversation about race in American society today. This open and honest space allowed them to share their personal […]


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 508 E University $500,000 03/17/2023 Alteration Multi-Family 608 E University $750,000 03/17/2023 Alteration Multi-Family 303 N Country Fair $900,000 03/21/2023 New Warehouse/office   […]


Clark Street Road Closure (between Prairie Street and State Street)

In order to install water service at 305 W. Clark Street, Anderson Brothers 3 will close Clark Street between Prairie Street and State Street.  The closure will begin on Monday, March 27, and will reopen on Monday, April 3, 2023. During the closure, through traffic will not be allowed, but access will be maintained to […]


Prospect Avenue Lane Closure (between Ventura Road and Broadmoor Avenue)

In order to install fiberoptic utility, i3 Broadband will close one southbound lane of Prospect Avenue between Ventura Road and Broadmoor Avenue.  The closure will begin on Monday, March 27, and the lane will reopen on Friday, March 31, 2023, weather permitting. Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane in the area.


Residential Fire – 26 Ashley Ln.

The Champaign Fire Department responded to a fire in a single-family home at 26 Ashley Ln., Thursday, March 23, at 1:23 a.m. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire in the home. Firefighters responded to a report of a fire in this two-story residence, with all the occupants already outside. Once on the scene, fire crews […]