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Industrial Zoning District Split Public Hearing

Submitted by BrandonB on April 26, 2012 - 3:46pm
Date: 
May 10, 2012 - 7:30pm

The Urbana Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed zoning ordinance text amendment and zoning map amendments on Thursday, May 10, 2012, at 7:30 PM in the Urbana City Council Chambers (400 S. Vine St). The Plan Commission will make a recommendation on the cases, which will be considered by the Urbana City Council at a future meeting.


If you have any questions or concerns about the proposed rezoning, please contact Jeff Engstrom (jmengstrom@urbanaillinois.us), or call (217) 384-2440.

City of Urbana, Urbana Park District, and Thomas Paine Elementary to Celebrate Arbor Day 2012

Submitted by FemiF on April 20, 2012 - 12:35pm
Date: 
April 27, 2012 - 10:00am

On Friday, April 27, 2012 at 10 a.m., students from Thomas Paine Elementary will gather in Lohmann Park to hear Urbana’s official Arbor Day Proclamation, read by Mayor Laurel Prussing. The students will hear a presentation about the significance of Arbor Day and the value of Urbana’s trees. The Urbana City Arborist will give a brief presentation about arboriculture and discuss some of the often overlooked benefits of urban trees.


After approximately 15 minutes of presentation, the students will help mulch two newly planted trees with the help of Park District and City staff.

Request for Proposal--Uniform Rental and Laundry Services and Purchase of Workwear and Apparel

Submitted by BarbS on April 11, 2012 - 4:11pm
Date: 
April 30, 2012 - 1:00pm

The City of Urbana Public Works Department is seeking requests for proposals (RFP) for uniform rental and laundry services and direct purchases of workwear and apparel for its employees until Monday, April 30, 2012 at 1:00 p.m.  The RFP specifications may be obtained from the Urbana Public Works Department, 706 South Glover Avenue, Urbana, Illinois  61802 or by downloading the file below.  Those who download the file are encouraged to check the site before submitting the RFP for any future corrections or addendum to the RFP.

CLOSED Request for Bid: Grass & Weeds Nuisance Abatement

Submitted by KateB on April 5, 2012 - 2:53pm
Date: 
April 23, 2012 - 1:00pm

The City of Urbana, Environmental Management Division, requests bids for removal of grass and weeds from properties that have failed to comply with City vegetation nuisance ordinances. Companies interested in performing these services must submit a completed bid form before 1:00 p.m. prevailing time on Monday April 23, 2012.

The selected Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, fuel, supplies, and transportation needed to perform the desired services. Services shall be provided on a request basis only. The program averages eighty service requests per year, although a minimum or maximum is not guaranteed.

Prior to award of an agreement, the City may require from the bidder, a detailed statement regarding the business organization and ability of the bidder to complete the work.

Information pertaining to financial resources, experience of personnel, available equipment, and previously completed turf care contracts may also be required. Minimum insurance requirements apply. Bid packet may be picked up at 706 South Glover Avenue, Urbana, IL 61802 or downloaded from the file below.

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