N. Monroe St. – Ameren crews will be performing gas service retirement at 1125 North Monroe Street, beginning Monday, February 6, 2023. This work will cause the closure of both Read More »
City of Decatur News
City of Decatur News
VIDEO: How the City utilizes GIS to better serve our citizens
Decatur, IL – Who enjoys data? The City uses GIS (Geographic Information Systems) in a ton of ways. It helps with Neighborhood Revitalization initiatives so we can accurately track our Read More »
Road Closures Jan.30-Feb.5, 2023
N. Fairview Ave – City crews will be removing a tree in the 900-1000 block of North Fairview Avenue (Route 48 North), beginning Wednesday, February 1, 2023. This work will Read More »
Decatur Public Transit helping Millikin students explore Decatur
Decatur, IL – Decatur Public Transit System (DPTS) is partnering with Millikin University to help their students explore Decatur. On Saturdays, one of the DPTS trolleys will loop a connecting Read More »
City awards first Owner-Occupied Home Rehab grant
Decatur, IL – The Economic & Community Development team has awarded the first Owner-Occupied Home Rehab grant to Decatur resident Carl Leming. Mr. Leming was anxiously awaiting the call about Read More »
Gov. Pritzker, IDOT announce $5.89 million to Decatur Public Transit
Decatur, IL – Today it was announced that Decatur Public Transit will receive $5.89 million to continue its campus transformation, add solar panels and electrical infrastructure, and transition some support Read More »
Plan Commission Meeting Cancelled
The February Meeting is cancelled for Thursday February 2, 2023. Due to lack of petitions.
Road Closures Jan. 23-29, 2023
E. Pershing Rd. – Jan.23-24 City crews will be making concrete pavement repairs in the 2500 block of East Pershing Road, beginning Monday, January 23, 2023. This work will cause Read More »
City Council appoints new councilperson, approves 6-month pause on new video gambling, amends food truck ordinance
Decatur, IL – Highlights from the January 17, 2023 City Council meeting include the appointment of a new City Council member, a 6-month moratorium on new video gambling establishments, changes Read More »
City, Police encourage public to register security cameras and keep them updated
Decatur, IL – The City of Decatur and Decatur Police Department is encouraging businesses and residents to register external security camera systems with DPD and update their systems regularly. Video Read More »