Southeast Urbana Neighborhood Association - SUNA

10/14/2026

Did you know that we have our very own Repair Cafe at the Makerspace? Our neighbor Adam shares the details:

Howdy neighbors,

I wanted to remind everyone that the Repair Cafe events are still
happening every third Thursday from 7-9PM, which makes this month's
event happening... tomorrow!

If you like the idea of community members helping one another, I'd
encourage you to drop by, even if you don't have anything to repair.

Last month was small, but there's a recap of what happened on the blog.
https://makerspaceurbana.org/2026/10/14/repair-cafe-september-2026/

If you can't make this one, I hope to see you at a future event. Either
way, feel free to spread the word that this is one of Urbana's hidden gems.

Cheers,
Adam

This update will be a quick one this month, as there weren’t many people who came in to the Repair Cafe last month. That brings me to the call to action: tell the football team, your drinking buddies, your friends on social media, that the Repair Cafe exists and we’re pretty cool.

10/02/2026

A reminder for our Philo Road area neighbors.

09/09/2026

Come welcome our new neighbors!

09/02/2026

08/25/2026

WARD 6 COUNCIL SEAT VACANCY

The City of Urbana is accepting applications for the Urbana City Council seat being vacated by Ward 6 Council Member Grace Wilken. Wilken announced that she stepped down on August 24, 2026.

“We appreciate Council Member Wilken’s service to Urbana,” said Mayor DeShawn Williams. “We look forward to welcoming a new Council Member who will continue the important work of serving our community.”

Per state law, Mayor Williams has up to 60 days from the date of resignation to recommend an appointment to the City Council to fill Wilken’s term until the next general election in 2027. The Urbana City Council must vote on the appointment within 30 days.

The City Council electronic application is available online at go.urbanail.gov/Ward6.

Paper applications may also be requested at the City Clerk’s Office and The Urbana Free Library and be submitted by email with the subject line “City Council Application” to [email protected], or in person at:

City Clerk
400 South Vine Street
Urbana, IL 61801

Deadline for applying is 5 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026. Legal qualifications for the office established by state statute include the following:

1. Must be eligible to vote in municipal elections.
2. Must have resided in Ward 6 for at least one year preceding the appointment (Ward 6 map below).
3. Must not owe any delinquent taxes, fees, or fines to the City of Urbana at the time the oath of office is taken.
4. Must not have been convicted of a felony in any U.S. court.

Applicants must be available to attend City Council meetings every Monday evening and upon occasion for other events and activities.

08/20/2026

Have you completed your survey?

TODAY!!! JOIN US AT CITY HALL! WE NEED YOUR INPUT!!

The Urbana Housing Needs Study is holding an Open House from 6 to 8 p.m. on August 27, 2026, in the City of Urbana Council Chambers.

The study started in December 2025. The City of Urbana held a survey in spring 2026 for community residents and received 325 responses. A separate survey for landlords was held and the City received 134 responses. Additionally, staff completed a series of informational interviews with local institutions working in housing in the community, from nonprofits to local realtors to other governmental entities. This information gathering was geared towards understanding the needs of Urbana residents and the pain points of navigating the local housing market.

Parking is available on the north side of Urbana City Hall.

08/19/2026

08/13/2026

It's been a huge year for Urbana!

07/28/2026

Your feedback matters!

Your voice helps shape Urbana's future. 🏘️📋

The City of Urbana is seeking public input on the Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).

The CAPER highlights how federal housing and community development funds have been used to support affordable housing, neighborhood improvements, public services, and other projects that improve quality of life in Urbana.

🗓 Public Comment Period: August 11–25, 2026

Review the draft report:
📍 Urbana City Hall (Community Development & City Clerk's Offices)
📍 Urbana Free Library
💻 https://www.urbanail.gov/community-development-services/page/give-us-your-input

📢 Public Hearing
🗓 Tuesday, August 25, 2026
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 Urbana City Council Chambers, 400 S. Vine St.

Share your comments in person at the hearing or email [email protected] by August 25.

Your feedback helps ensure HUD investments continue to meet our community's housing and development needs. We encourage all residents to review the draft and share their input!

https://www.urbanail.gov/community-development-services/page/give-us-your-input

07/28/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

📍 - FIRE STATION NO. 3
1205 W BRADLEY AVE, URBANA, IL

🗓️ - 8/12

⏰ - 11 AM

STRONGER TOGETHER!