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A Mayoral Statement on the Carle Foundation Tax Exemption Trial

Submitted by BridgetB on February 6, 2020 - 1:59pm

City LogoThe following is a statement from the office of the Urbana Mayor Diane Wolfe Marlin:

"The City of Urbana is disappointed in the ruling. We have long contended that Carle Foundation Hospital should support the health of the community in which it is located by paying its fair share of costs for public safety, infrastructure, schools, parks, and other core services. We believe that the cost of medical charity care for a service region of 1.4 million people should not be borne by taxpayers in one small city of 42,500 people.

We also recognize the critical role that Carle plays as the second largest employer in our region as well as the value of its services and programs throughout the community. We appreciate the many Carle employees who have chosen to live in Urbana and celebrate their contributions to our vibrant character and quality of life.

Information for Cannabis Business Applicants

Submitted by KevinG on January 31, 2020 - 4:02pm

The City of Urbana is here to assist applicants for adult use cannabis business licences.

Click here for the full text of the zoning regulations pertaining to adult use cannabis businesses.

Please note that at this time, businesses that include on-site cannabis consumption are not allowed in Urbana. If you are interested in opening such a business, we'd love to hear from you, as we may consider allowing on-site consumption in the future.

 

For questions about cannabis zoning regulations, please contact Kevin Garcia in the Planning Division, at 217-328-8269 or kjgarcia@urbanaillinois.us.

Household Hazardous Waste Event - Registration Opens February 3, 2020

Submitted by CourtneyR on January 31, 2020 - 10:13am
Date: 
February 3, 2020 - 12:00am to February 28, 2020 - 5:00pm

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event - Saturday, April 4, 2020

Registration Opens Monday, February 3, 2020

 

The Illinois EPA is sponsoring a Spring 2020 Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection event in Champaign on Saturday, April 4, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  The event is open to all Illinois residents.  Registration is required to attend the event, and registration will open on Monday, February 3, 2020.  Click here to register.   

Show Urbana Some Love

Submitted by BridgetB on January 30, 2020 - 1:33pm

Shop LocallyThis February show Urbana some love by shopping locally.

Starting a business has long been a pathway to the middle class, and a way to success. By supporting local entrepreneurs, you invest in a future that works for all of us.

When you shop locally owned businesses you create a ripple effect. It starts with your own experience, and the benefits that come from shopping locally owned independent stores, like getting to rely on local retailers’ expertise. But then, the effects keep going. By shopping at local stores, you connect with your community. You strengthen your local economy. And finally, as the circle of ripples extends out, you cast a vote for the American dream.