Decatur Illinois - City Government

10/22/2026

City of Decatur exploring new TIF Districts and programming to support growth

The Decatur City Council recently approved an agreement with PGAV to look at renewing and expanding one TIF District, and to study the possibility of creating a new one. Tax Increment Financing (TIF) helps bring new public and private investment into our city.

This week PGAV has been visiting the study areas to gather information and take photos.

- The current Near North TIF (pictured) covers the Wabash Crossing area. It is set to end in 2027. Depending on what the study shows, the TIF could grow to include more properties along important streets in the city's urban core.
- The possible new TIF area includes the Pershing Road and North 22nd Street corridors. A new TIF here could help pay for things like redevelopment, road and utility work, building repairs, site cleanup, and other improvements that support private investment.
- We are also exploring new programming that will help residents make better use of TIF advantages.

Creating a TIF District does not raise taxes. Instead, it sets a base property value. And as property values rise over time, the extra value goes into a TIF fund. That money can then be used for projects and improvements within the district. Visit https://decaturil.gov/344/TIF-Tax-Increment-Financing to learn more about Decatur's TIFs.

10/22/2026

The Sanitary District is seeking public feedback as they redesign their website. Consider taking their short survey! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sdd_pulse_survey

💧 Help shape SDD's new website!

We're redesigning SDDcleanwater.org, and we want to hear from YOU!

What information matters most to you? What would make our website easier to navigate and more useful?

Your feedback will help us build a better online experience for the communities we serve.

Take our quick, 5-minute survey by November 4 and make your voice heard!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sdd_pulse_survey

10/22/2026

Movie night in Torrence Park neighborhood on Friday, October 23. Open to all!

Join the fun this Friday! A free fun movie with a cop!

10/21/2026

Amazing! Congratulations to the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater and the Decatur Park District! 🎉

Big News! The Decatur Park District is thrilled to announce a generous $7.685 MILLION gift from the Howard G. Buffett Foundation to transform The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater!

What’s coming:
- 1,600 new lawn seats to welcome more guests
- Expanded ADA-accessible seating with a new accessible entrance
- New concession & restroom facilities near lawn seating
- Upgraded artist spaces with bigger dressing rooms and support buildings
- State-of-the-art video walls & camera systems for WOW concert views

This incredible investment will elevate The Devon as one of the Midwest’s top outdoor entertainment destinations! Thank you to the Howard G. Buffett Foundation for their continued support of the Decatur Park District and Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater!

The video system is anticipated to be operational for the start of the 2027 concert season.

Construction of the three new support buildings and expanded lawn seating area will occur throughout 2027, with completion anticipated before the start of the 2028 season.

Learn More - https://decatur-parks.org/blog/2026/10/21/devon-update-2027/

10/20/2026

Our Community Visoning Session at the Decatur Public Library is underway in the Madden Auditorium from now until 7:00 p.m. Please drop in any time to provide feedback on what you want the future of Decatur to look like! It should take roughly 30 minutes to get through each station.

This is part of our Economic and Community Development Department's Comprehensive Planning process.

10/20/2026

October 19, 2026 - High school and college students can enter a bookmark design contest inspired by the book A...

10/20/2026

Macon County Household Hazardous Waste Collection - Saturday, October 24.

The Macon County Environmental Management Association is hosting a household hazardous waste collection this Saturday, October 24, 2026 at the Farm Progress grounds from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You must register for this collection at https://www.macongreen.com/event/household-hazardous-waste-collection/ which also says what is and isn't accepted.

Accepted items include:
Oil-based paints, paint thinners, insecticides, antifreeze, pool chemicals, fluorescent lamp bulbs, household batteries, lawn chemicals, e-cigarettes, vapes, and more.

Weekly paint & electronics recycling events have ended, however there are still a few Saturdays scheduled before the end of the year. Download the Recycle Coach app or use the web tool at https://www.decaturil.gov/580/Recycling to stay on top of all local recycling events using the calendar feature!

10/19/2026

The October 19, 2026 Decatur City Council meeting is now live at

Watch live City of Decatur meetings and other live events!

10/19/2026

Help us with our Comprehensive Plan for the future of Decatur - tomorrow, October 20!

Please consider attending the Community Visioning Session on Tuesday, October 20, any time between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. at the Decatur Public Library Madden Auditorium, 130 N Franklin Street. We want to hear from you so that we all experience a better future!

- What is/isn't working well?
- What kinds of things do we need in town?
- What is hard to do that should be easier?
- What should Decatur look like in 10 years?

Visit https://re-envisiondecatur.participate.app/info to learn more about this event and the comprehensive planning process.

10/19/2026

The petition filing period for Decatur Mayor, City Council seats is underway. Nominating petitions may be filed in the City Clerk's office on the second floor of the Decatur Civic Center. Go past the cashier windows through the double doors.

The filing period is open until Monday, October 26, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Hours for the City Clerk's office are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

You can obtain petitions from the City Clerk's office, or visit https://www.decaturil.gov/161/City-Clerk to download the 2027 Election Packet.

The 2027 Consolidated Primary Election, if necessary, will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2027. The 2027 Consolidated Election will be held on Tuesday, April 6, 2027.