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Employment Opportunity: Grant Writer

CITY OF MATTOON, IL – GRANT WRITER The City of Mattoon is hiring a Grant Writer to research, write, and manage grant proposals across multiple departments, helping secure funding for impactful community projects. Successful candidates will have strong research and writing skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively while working independently and with teams. Starting Salary: $50,000 - $70,000 (DOQ) Benefits: IMRF retirement, health insurance, 13 paid holidays, 2 weeks vacation, and 2 weeks sick leave. Mattoon offers affordable housing, a low cost of living, and a vibrant community with recreational amenities, including parks, lakes, and a 14mi bike trail. Interested candidates [...]

November 1, 2024|

Fall Leaf Collection

The City of Mattoon sponsors a Fall Leaf Collection for all residential properties in the City. The collection provides residents with weekly collection opportunities. Fall Leaf Collection regular schedule will begin October, 31st and conclude December 2nd, 2024. Zone 1-NW-MONDAYS: 19th St. West to City Limits & Western Ave North to City Limits Zone 2-NE-TUESDAYS: 19th St. East to City Limits & Charleston Ave North to City Limits Zone 3-SE-WEDNESDAYS: From CN Railroad East to City Limits & Charleston Ave South to City Limits Zone 4-SW-THURSDAYS: From CN Railroad West to City Limits & Commercial/Pine Ave South to City Limits [...]

October 22, 2024|

Municipal Election 2025 Information

Elections for the positions of mayor (one seat) and commissioners (four seats) will be held on April 1, 2025. The City Clerk’s Office has published details regarding the filing of candidate petitions on the page below. Election Dates to Remember - City of Mattoon, Illinois This information is provided as a public courtesy. The City of Mattoon, Illinois and its Clerk make no representations regarding the accuracy or validity of the contents published on the websites of the State Board of Elections or the Coles County Clerk. Please consult legal advice before taking action. Anyone who uses the information does [...]

August 16, 2024|

Special City Council Meeting – Virtual Meeting Details

For those who are unable to attend, recordings of any virtual City Council Meetings will be posted to our YouTube Channel. Cisco WebEx hosts the virtual Council Chamber. Join the meetings using the information shown below. Visit the City Council Meeting page to view the agenda for upcoming meetings. A City Council meeting is scheduled for 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. July 23, 2024, Virtual Meeting Details: Special City Council Meeting At no sooner than 7:20 am, visit the Cisco WebEx meeting site by clicking the link below. https://bit.ly/MattoonCC072324 Meeting number (access code): 2550 445 [...]

July 19, 2024|