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 […]
Community Canvassing
On January 17, 2025 the E&E Community Safety and Justice staff braved the weather to canvas the 800 Crescent Drive after a gun violence incident. Neighborhood canvasing is essential to establish trust within communities that have just experienced a traumatic incident and make known available services and support.
City Staff, Immigrant Service Providers Meet to Discuss Illinois TRUST Act
On Wednesday, January 15, staff with the Police, Legal, and Equity & Engagement Departments joined the New American Welcome Center to provide details on the Illinois TRUST Act, a 2018 law that governs how Illinois law enforcement engages with federal immigration authorities. Under the TRUST Act, law enforcement officials in Illinois are not allowed to […]
Community Canvassing
On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, the Equity and Engagement and Neighborhood Services Department conducted a canvasing surrounding the 2000 block of Cynthia Dr. The goal of canvassing is to foster connections with community members, particularly those who may have been affected by recent acts of violence. By establishing personal relationships, staff can gain a deeper […]
Neighborhood Canvassing Building Trust
On November 15,2024, staff from the Equity and Engagement and Neighborhood Services Departments conducted a neighborhood canvass in the area surrounding the 300 Block of Nelson Court. The neighborhood canvass was a proactive step to engage directly with those who may have been impacted by gun violence in the area. By distributing flyers and initiating […]
Community Canvassing
On Friday, September 20, staff from the Equity & Engagement Department as well as the Neighborhood Services Department conducted a neighborhood canvass. Staff members handed out flyers and spoke with citizens who were impacted by gun violence in the neighborhood surrounding the 300 Block of East Bradley Avenue earlier in the week.
CNNC Live! Neighborhood Engagement Events for July
On alternating Thursdays throughout the summer, the Neighborhood Services Department hosts CNNC Live! events. During the month of July, we focused our engagement efforts on two key neighborhoods in north Champaign. The Carver Park CNNC Live! event was held on July 11. City departments including CMO, Public Works, Planning, Police, Fire, and Equity and Engagement […]
Community Outreach Canvassing
After the Gun Violence incident that took place on March 22nd, 2024, at 1400 Block of North Hickory Street at Champaign; Justice Victim Advocate Eric Toga and the members of Neighborhood Ambassadors went out to canvas the streets. This campaign was an informative outreach to our community and the resident of the 1400 Block of […]