The Community Safety and Justice Division Hosts the Blueprint Partner Quarterly Meeting
The Community Safety & Justice Division recently convened with Blueprint Partners and members of the evaluation team for the Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint quarterly strategic meeting, reaffirming their shared commitment to fostering a safer, more connected Champaign. The agenda was thoughtfully designed to balance meaningful policy dialogue with interactive team-building activities, encouraging both reflection […]
City Hosts Community Gun Violence Response Meeting
In response to a recent uptick in gun violence, the City of Champaign’s Department of Equity & Engagement hosted a Community Gun Violence Response Meeting on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting brought together community members, City leaders, elected officials, and representatives from local non-profit organizations, all united by a shared commitment […]
Champaign Police Spend Time at Summer Camp
Officers with Champaign Police made stops at several local summer camps this week, offering messages on the importance of 9-1-1 and sharing technical expertise to children throughout the area. On June 17, 2025, Champaign Police stopped by two camps – one at Indian Acres Swimming Club and one at the Parkland College Child Development Center. […]
Holiday Park Neighborhood Association Holds Neighborhood Group Meeting
On May 31, 2025, the Holiday Park Neighborhood Association held a neighborhood group meeting at Leonhard Recreation Center. Councilmember Shauna Clayborn was invited to share her vision and hear neighbor concerns as the newly elected District 3 representative. Attendees also discussed responses to a neighborhood survey that polled potential engagement projects for the group to […]
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 […]
2025 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference Wrap-Up
The Neighborhood Services Department hosted the 2025 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference on May 9, 2025. Mayor Feinen provided inspiring opening remarks at the breakfast reception. This event was attended by more than 100 community leaders representing neighborhood groups, community organizations and other governmental units. City Departments, including the City Manager’s Office, Equity and Engagement, Planning […]
Devonshire HOA Hosts Annual Meeting
The Devonshire HOA group held its annual meeting on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Neighborhood Services and Public Works staff were present to respond to neighborhood questions regarding engagement and street lighting. Public Works Director Terry Lusby provided neighbors with an overview of the process for requesting additional neighborhood streetlights. He also shared information regarding other […]
Holiday Park Neighborhood Association Joins Registered Group Network
On Saturday, March 15, the Holiday Park Neighborhood Association hosted their first neighborhood group meeting. As a newly registered group, the NSD- Relations Division provided organizing support to neighborhood volunteers to engage households within their neighborhood. The neighborhood boundaries are John (N), Duncan (W), Kenwood (E), Kirby (S) and includes 975 households. The neighbors received […]
Neighborhood Engagement Winding Down
On Saturday, August 17, 2024, the Ashland Park HOA hosted their Neighborhood Resource Fair & Street Party. Staff from Neighborhood Services, Police, and Fire supported the event. Neighbors reported that the event was great fun, and they were glad to have the opportunity to connect with all the resource vendors who participated. On Thursday, August […]
Communiversity Action to Renew Engagement (C.A.R.E) Talks
On March 23, 2024, Community Relations Manager, Tracy Parsons attended the Communiversity Action to Renew Engagement (C.A.R.E) Talks at Virginia Theater. The event’s focus was to bring together campus and community through engagement in support of students in east-central Illinois. Members of the public and students were provided with an opportunity to connect, learn about […]