Office of the Mayor Posts

Sidewalk Snow Removal Requirement in Effect

Date: 
January 13, 2012 - 2:00pm - January 14, 2012 - 2:00pm

As of 2:00pm, Friday, January 13, 2012, the Urbana Public Works Director has declared the sidewalk snow and ice removal requirement in effect for the Downtown, University and South Philo Road snow removal districts.

Due to the winter storm, snow has accumulated to two inches or more on sidewalks.

Notice of Civil Service Hearing

Date: 
January 11, 2012 - 9:00am - January 13, 2012 - 5:00pm

Urbana firefighters prevent potential gas explosion

Urbana firefighters Matt Ritchie and Lt. Kyle HenschWhen Urbana firefighters first went to investigate a medical alert call in the 1100 block of South Orchard Street, it appeared to be just an honest mistake.

Municipal Electric Aggregation question on March 20 ballot

The city council has approved placing on the March 20 ballot a question that, if approved by voters, could lead to lower residential electric bills by this summer and could also significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions attributable to the city.

UPDATE: Proposed Ward Map Adopted

The Proposed Ward Map was adopted on November 28, 2011.

Every ten years (after the federal census) the City is required to re-draw the seven council wards to make them roughly equal in population.