Chambana Sun

The Champaign Plan Commission proposed an amendment to the city's zoning code Jan. 15 that would require builders and designers of tall buildings to setback their tallest portions several feet from the street to minimize shading.

Champaign commission hears updates on Bristol Place

The City of Champaign Human Relations Commission discussed the Bristol Place Redevelopment Project at its meeting Nov. 2.

Colfax releases year-end treasurer's report

The village of Colfax recently released its December 2015 treasurer's report, posting a decrease in income of more than $20,000.

Mahomet adopts new stormwater policy

The village of Mahomet approved a new stormwater management policy Dec 15.

City Council approves setback variance for parking spot

By Khristopher Flack | Jan 21, 2016

Two homeowners received approval from the Urbana City Council on Jan. 4 for a major setback variance that will allow them to build an additional parking space at 410 W. Florida Ave.

Urbana council votes to annex Cunningham Avenue property

By Khristopher Flack | Jan 21, 2016

The Urbana City Council unanimously approved the annexation of an 8.35-acre property on North Cunningham Avenue during its Jan. 4 meeting.

Urbana pension board to study impact of new officers

The Urbana Police Pension Fund will meet Friday to consider the impact of incoming officers Kenneth Sprague, Jessica Alvarez and Joseph Cassidy, as well as Tier 2 officer Matt McElhoe.

Fisher considers cell towers, passes end-of-year bonuses

The village of Fisher board met Dec. 10 to consider its cell tower, employee compensation and other issues.

Mahomet is taking bids on pickup, backhoe

The village of Mahomet is accepting bids on two surplus vehicles.

Champaign council authorizes flooring, tree service contracts

The Champaign City Council unanimously approved service contracts for flooring replacement and tree and stump removal during its meeting Jan. 5 at the Champaign City Building.

Chambana telecom commission to review quarterly reports

The Champaign-Urbana Cable and Telecommunications Commission will meet Thursday to review quarterly reports and set future meeting dates.

County board to vote on budget amendments

The Champaign County board will vote on authorizing six budget amendments at its regular meeting Thursday at the Brookens Administrative Center.

Champaign County board to review Robert's Rules of Order

The Champaign County board will review a presentation on updates to Robert's Rules of Order at a study session Jan. 28 at the Brookens Administrative Center.

County's mental health board to elect new officers

The Champaign County Mental Health Board will nominate and elect a president and vice president during its Wednesday meeting.

Mahomet Village Board to review subdivision plans tonight

The Mahomet Village Board will review plans for two subdivisions during its study session at 6 p.m. today at the Mahomet Administration Office, 503 E. Main St.

Urbana Plan Commission to hold hearings on code changes

The Urbana Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed amendments to the city's zoning code during its Thursday meeting at the Urbana City Building.

Urbana commission to consider landmark status for Henson House

The Urbana Historic Preservation Commission will continue its public hearing on historic landmark status for the Stephen S. Henson House during its Wednesday meeting at the Urbana City Building.

Urbana firemen's pension board to consider officer election

The Urbana Firemen's Pension Fund Board of Trustees will discuss a number of administrative adjustments during its quarterly meeting Friday at the Urbana City Building.

Urbana council to review Market at the Square