March Community Coalition Meeting Highlights
The Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting, where local law enforcement shared recent crime trends and upcoming community engagement events. The I Am Helen Strong chapter of the Lupus Foundation of America shared an overview of the foundation’s overall goals regarding diagnosis, treatment, and access to services. They also announced their Lupus Awareness […]
City Supports Courage Connection “Breaking the Cycle”
On February 25, 2026, the Champaign County Community Coalition, in partnership with Courage Connection, hosted the “Breaking the Cycle – Town Hall Event.” City Councilmember Bob Pollett and Deputy City Manager Christopher Walton attended, demonstrating the City’s leadership presence and commitment to addressing issues impacting local youth and families. The community forum brought together residents, […]
A Community Working Together for Student Success
At the City of Champaign, we believe that every day a student is in school matters – not just for academic achievement, but for building confidence, opportunity, and a brighter future for our youth and our community. Student attendance isn’t just an education issue: it’s a community priority. When students show up every day, they’re […]
Champaign County Community Coalition Meeting
The Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting on September 10 at the Holiday Inn Conference Center. This month’s meeting focused on the theme “Addressing our Juvenile Justice Crisis” and featured four panel discussions exploring different facets of the issue. The first panel featured Champaign County State’s Attorney Julia Rietz, who provided an overview […]
Neighborhood Network Conference Videos Now Airing on CGTV
Two more sessions from the 2025 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference are now available for viewing on CGTV and Vimeo. These sessions were presented by the Equity and Engagement Department, highlighting ongoing efforts to improve public safety and community collaboration. The first session covers the Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint Update. This discussion offers historical context on […]
Champaign County Community Coalition
On March 12, 2025, the Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting at the Holiday Inn Conference Center from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. The Champaign County Regional Planning Commission reviewed their Employment Services and Job Training programs, which offer valuable assistance with job searches, resume preparation, and scholarship opportunities. They are well-equipped to support […]
Champaign County Community Coalition
On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, the Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting at the Holiday Inn Conference Center from 3:30 to 5 PM. Coalition attendees had the opportunity to celebrate local law enforcement agencies as they showcased key achievements from 2024. Highlights included the introduction of innovative initiatives, the deployment of advanced equipment, […]
Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference
On October 26, 2024 the Champaign County Community Coalition’s Race Relations Subcommittee proudly hosted the 2nd Annual Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference at Parkland College, running from 8 AM to 4 PM. This impactful event focused on the unique challenges surrounding mental health in the Black community, offering support and resources for individuals and […]
Champaign County Community Coalition
On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, the Champaign County Community Coalition held its monthly meeting at the Holiday Inn Conference Center from 3:30 to 5:00 PM. Organization from around the community shared information about a few key events coming up. A Summit on Homelessness, scheduled for November 12, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at […]
Champaign Community Coalition September Recap
On Wednesday, September 11th, 2024, the Champaign County Community Coalition convened for its monthly meeting at the Holiday Inn Conference Center from 3:30 to 5 PM. Local law enforcement agencies provided valuable insights into recent crime trends and shared updates on upcoming events and initiatives. The Youth Assessment Center offered an overview of its services, […]