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Welcoming Week - Coffee with the Mayor

Submitted by BridgetB on August 30, 2022 - 3:53pm
Date: 
September 15, 2022 - 9:30am

What is Welcoming Week?

Welcoming Week is a weeklong national celebration of immigration that brings together neighbors from all backgrounds to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming inclusive places.

As part of the University of Illinois YMCA's Welcoming Week "Where You Belong," the City of Urbana is proud to host, "Welcoming Week - Coffee with the Mayor." The event will be held in the Council Chambers at the Urbana City building, located at 400 South Vine Street, Urbana. It will start at 9:30 a.m. Please join us for coffee, conversation, and sweet treats! 

U-Cycle Holiday Schedule - Labor Day

Submitted by BridgetB on August 30, 2022 - 10:18am
Date: 
September 5, 2022 - 7:00am to September 10, 2022 - 5:00pm

 

Due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 5, all U-Cycle collections will be delayed one day during the week of September 5, 2022:

 

  • Monday's U-Cycle Route will be collected on Tuesday, September 6
  • Tuesday's U-Cycle Route will be collected on Wednesday, September 7
  • Wednesday's U-Cycle Route will be collected on Thursday, September 8
  • Thursday's U-Cycle Route will be collected on Friday, September 9
  • Friday's U-Cycle Route will be collected on Saturday, September 10

 

Please set recycling curbside before 7:00 a.m. to ensure collection.  Questions may be directed to U-Cycle at (217) 384-2302.

Have a great holiday!

The Commercial Signage Grant Program and Webinar

Submitted by BridgetB on August 10, 2022 - 12:00am
Date: 
September 1, 2022 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

What is the Commercial Signage Grant Program? Attend the Webinar!

The Commercial Signage Grant Program provides matching grant funds to businesses to enhance their store fronts with the addition or improvement of commercial signage.Properties eligible for this program must be located in a TIF District or the Philo Road Business District. Go here to read more and apply!

Downtown Public Realm Study

Submitted by BridgetB on August 8, 2022 - 7:38pm

 

The Downtown Public Realm Study

For years, Downtown Urbana has been an important place for residents, the university community, and visitors alike. Recent investments in public amenities have had a positive impact on the urban landscape, but the journey to crafting a truly vibrant downtown experience is far from over.