The Coalition of Neighborhood Organizations (CONO) is hosting a public safety panel on Saturday, May 11, 2024 in the Children’s Auditorium at the Decatur Public Library from 2:00 to 3:00pm. Read More »
City of Decatur News
City of Decatur News
Recycling 101 – Paper Plates
Recycling tip from Midwest Fiber: Even though they are made of paper, these small paper plates can’t go in your curbside bin. Throw them in the trash or do a Read More »
Council renews abandonment to rehab program, establishes Central TIF district
Decatur, IL – Highlights from the May 6, 2024 Decatur City Council meeting include renewal of the Central Illinois Landbank Authority’s abandonment to rehab program, and the establishment of the Read More »
Volunteer with the City of Decatur!
Volunteers are needed to help clear trash and debris from City streets and rights of way in designated neighborhoods. 2024 neighborhood cleanups will occur on various Fridays between 9:00am and Read More »
Decatur Police swear in six new Patrol Officers
Decatur, IL – The City welcomes six new Patrol Officers to the Decatur Police Department! Josh Metoyer, Molly McCullough, Kylar Morlan, Gage Simmons, Jordan Walters, and Will Wilder were all Read More »
We need your feedback on EV infrastructure needs in Decatur!
Decatur, IL – The City of Decatur is seeking public feedback about electric vehicle (EV) knowledge and where charging stations and other infrastructure would be best deployed in Decatur. Electric Read More »
Recycling 101 – Plastic & Paper Bags
Recycling tip from Midwest Fiber: Plastic bags are curbside recycling’s #1 enemy. Plastic bags are also known as “tanglers”, which are a real hassle in recycling facilities as they get Read More »
City unveils signage at Lake Decatur honoring A.E. Staley
Decatur, IL – The City is helping honor A.E. Staley and the Staley Family with permanent signage commemorating Mr. Staley’s legacy and his family’s continued impact on Decatur. In partnership Read More »
Recycling 101: Clothing
Recycling tips from Midwest Fiber: Clothing is NEVER acceptable in your curbside bin. Clothing is another tangler, with it being bulky and thick, the recycling machines do not like clothes! Read More »
Recycling 101: Batteries
Recycling tips from Midwest Fiber: Batteries should never make their way into your curbside bin. Batteries have the power to start fires, shutdown recycling facilities, and create dangerous conditions for Read More »