FOR CITY OF MATTOON EVERYONE MAY DRINK THE TAP WATER - July 18, 2025 WHY IS THE ADVISORY LIFTED? The DO NOT DRINK Order that was issued on July 15, 2025 for the City of Mattoon has now been LIFTED. Samples collected on July 15th showed harmful algal bloom neurological toxin in the drinking water at .385 parts per billion (ppb) which is above the EPA recommended advisory levels of .30 ppb. Samples collected on July 16th showed harmful algal bloom neurological toxin in the drinking water at .215 ppb which is under the EPA recommended advisory levels of .30 [...]

July 17, 2025 5:30 p.m. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) sampled the water on Thursday, July 17. Results obtained today show the presence of an algal bloom neurological toxin at 0.058 parts per billion, a significant decrease from 0.215 parts per billion in yesterday’s test. Today’s results qualify as a non-detect reading. Out an abundance of caution, the IEPA is recommending the City of Mattoon continues the DO NOT DRINK Order at this time. The next round of water testing is scheduled for Friday, July 18. With the approval of the IEPA, the City of Mattoon began a controlled [...]

July 16, 2025 10:00 p.m. CITY OF MATTOON WATER UPDATE The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) sampled the water on Wednesday, July 16th. Results obtained today show the presence of an algal bloom neurological toxin at 0.215 parts per billion, a decrease from 0.38 parts per billion in previous testing. The advisory threshold for a Do Not Drink order is 0.3 parts per billion. While this downward trend is encouraging, the City will continue to conduct regular sampling and testing before lifting the Do Not Drink order. The next test is scheduled for Thursday, July 17th, and the DO NOT [...]

July 16, 2025 2:40 p.m. Please be advised that current water conditions are expected to continue for the next 3 to 4 days. Per Illinois EPA guidance, two consecutive safe test results are required before lifting the advisory. WATER DISTRIBUTION AVAILABLE Free bottled water, filled 1-gallon bottles, and empty 1-gallon bottles that may be filled on site are available for pickup at the following locations: Lytle Park (Address: 3298 Cedar Ave, Mattoon) Arland D. Williams Elementary School (Address: 1709 S 9th St, Mattoon, IL 61938) Distribution sites are open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Residents are encouraged to [...]

 Date: 7/15/2025 UNSAFE WATER ALERT City of Mattoon water is again possibly contaminated with (Microcystin) a Harmful Algal Bloom DO NOT DRINK YOUR WATER Failure to follow this advisory could result in illness. A DO NOT DRINK ORDER is being reissued because a harmful algal bloom neurological toxin was found at 0.38 parts per billion level and the advisory level for a DO NOT DRINK order is 0.3 parts per billion. The Coles County Health Department, and City of Mattoon Water Treatment Plant are advising residents of the City of Mattoon Water Treatment Plant to NOT USE THE TAP WATER [...]

FAQs About City of Mattoon Water Situation Q: What’s the issue with our water? A: On Thursday, July 10th, the City was notified by IEPA that water contained trace amounts of microcystin (micro-sys-tin), a cyanotoxin (sigh-an-o-toxin) produced by a kind of cyanobacteria that is commonly called “blue-green algae.” While the City continually monitors the water quality, tests performed by the IEPA happen on a periodic basis and when deemed necessary. The water tested at a .35 parts per billion level and the advisory level for children preschool age and younger (under 6 years old), pregnant women and nursing mothers, individuals [...]

  CITY OF MATTOON – PARKS & LAKES DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE July 2, 2025     Lake Mattoon Waterfowl Hunting Drawing The City of Mattoon has announced the 2025 annual drawing to assign waterfowl hunting privileges at Lake Mattoon. The City of Mattoon has 12 blind locations designated for the hunting of waterfowl at Lake Mattoon.  Applicants must reside in Coles, Cumberland or Shelby Counties and be 18 years old. Lake Mattoon Waterfowl Drawing Applications are available at the Lake Mattoon Marina, 1282 County Road 000E, Neoga, IL 62447. A non-refundable $50 application fee will be charged. Applications should be [...]

The City of Mattoon will hold an informational meeting with Mattoon CUSD #2 on July 10, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the cafeteria of Williams Elementary School. The meeting will provide information about the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) sidewalk grant program, which aims to support improvements near Mattoon Middle School and Williams Elementary School. Local residents are encouraged to attend to offer comments and input on the proposed project needs and phased design plans.

Beginning June 16, 2025 IDOT is scheduled to begin work on IL 16 (Charleston Ave from just west of Swords Drive to Lake Land Boulevard) on June 16th. Howell Paving is the prime contractor and along with several subcontractors they will be setting up traffic control, removing and replacing concrete curb and gutter, removing sidewalk, placing underground cable for new signals and lighting at various locations within the project limits. You can expect to multiple crews at various locations and can expect to experience lane closures throughout the rest of the construction season.

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 Special City Council meeting is scheduled for 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. May 28, 2025, Virtual Meeting Details: Special City Council Meeting At no sooner than 6:50 am, visit the Cisco WebEx meeting site by clicking the link below. https://bit.ly/MattoonCC052825 Meeting number (access code): 2554 [...]