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Champaign City Council to hold study session on housing Tuesday

Time will also be allotted for audience participation, followed by council and City Manager comments. Photo: Shutterstock/champaignil.gov

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — The Champaign City Council will hold a study session Tuesday, Jan. 13, beginning at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 102 N. Neil St.

The agenda includes approval of minutes from the Dec. 16, 2025, regular City Council meeting and post-council study session, along with a presentation and discussion on a housing needs analysis and strategy update (SS 2026-001). Time will also be allotted for audience participation, followed by council and City Manager comments before adjournment.

The City of Champaign is committed to accessibility for all residents. Anyone needing accommodations to participate in the meeting is asked to contact the City Manager’s Office at least 48 hours in advance at 217-403-8710 (voice) or 217-403-8736 (TDD).

Additional information about the City Council, including reports, minutes and meeting recordings, is available at champaignil.gov/council.

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