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City Business Offices Closed for Veterans Day

Submitted by BridgetB on November 4, 2024 - 5:29pm

Veterans Day
Every year in November, our Nation comes together to honor and remember the great men and women who have sacrificed and served in the U.S. armed forces. Urbana is no exception. We hold our Veterans in the highest regard. The City of Urbana employs some 40 Veterans. On this day, November 11, 2024, Veterans of every branch in the military are celebrated and honored for their commitment to their mission of U.S. security – Air Force and Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, Army and Army Reserve, Army National Guard, Coast Guard and Coast Guard Reserve, Marine Corps and Marine Corps Reserve, and Navy and Navy Reserve. Read more here.

The City of Urbana regular business offices will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, in honor and gratitude of those Veterans that have served and are serving our Nation.

U-Cycle Holiday Schedule - Thanksgiving

Submitted by CourtneyR on October 31, 2024 - 10:46am

Date:

November 28, 2024 - 6:00am to November 30, 2024 - 5:00pm

Due to the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 28, 2024, U-Cycle collections on Thursday and Friday will be delayed for one day the remainder of the week. Thursday's U-Cycle route will be collected on Friday, November 29, and Friday's U-Cycle route will be collected on Saturday, November 30. To ensure collection please place recycling curbside the night before your scheduled collection. Have a wonderful holiday!

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Season of Giving

Submitted by BridgetB on October 25, 2024 - 12:28pm

Season of Giving

Holiday Meal Drive

Date: November 18-19, 2024 (shopping for turkeys and trimmings); November 20, 2024 (packing); November 21, 2024 (meal distribution) Time: TBD Location: Various (Grocery stores and UPD) Description: The Urbana Police Department is partnering with local food stores to provide Thanksgiving meals, including turkeys and trimmings, to 40-50 families. UPD will handle the shopping, packing, and distribution. Point of Contact: Lashaunda Cunningham and Zachery Mikalik

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America Recycles Day

Submitted by BridgetB on October 8, 2024 - 10:40am

Date:

November 2, 2024 - 10:00am

AMERICA RECYCLES DAY

The Art of Glassblowing

Join us at Anita Purves Nature Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, November 2, 2024, for America Recycles Day with MACK GLASS featuring demos, face painting, crafts, games, and more...

America Recycles Day

Fix-It Voucher Program

Submitted by BridgetB on October 3, 2024 - 11:22am

Fix-It Ticket

Through a partnership with Advance Auto Parts and the City of Urbana Office of Human Rights and Equity, The Urbana Police Department is excited to announce the revival of our Fix-It Voucher Program!

We understand that a broken taillight shouldn't mean choosing between a repair and other essentials. When our officers encounter certain equipment issues during stops, they can now offer vouchers up to $25 to help with repairs.

This program aims to keep our roads safe while recognizing the financial pressures many face. We're committed to implementing it thoughtfully and fairly to support those who need it most.

Our goal is to work together for a safer Urbana, not to add to anyone's burdens. Drive safely, everyone.

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