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Virtual meeting information for next week's scheduled City Council meeting is now available. Click the link below to learn more.
Virtual City Council Meetings Details - City of Mattoon, Illinois
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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. For those unable to at...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
To do's this week:
October 31 City of Mattoon Trick or Treating 6-8pm
October 31 Cross County Mall Trick or Treating 5-8pm
November 1 Jason Crabb in concert, Family Worship Center 7-8:30pm
November 1-2 EIU 2024 Family Weekend
November 2 42nd Annual Lincoln Fire Pancake & Sausage Day
November 2 Stewardship Saturday at Warbler Ridge, 9-11am
November 2 Pumpkin Sling Shot Event, Warren James Winery, 11a-3p
November 2 Operation Sleighride Halloween Party, 6pm
November 2 Karmacon at Suite Dreams Hotel, 11am-6pm
November 2 Coles County Veteran's Coalition Trivia Night, Rural King Event Center, Cross County Mall
Local Music
October 30 Open Mic Night at House Brothers, 7-10pm
November 1 Country Sky performs at the Mattoon Moose, 7-10pm
November 5 The Castle's Tuesday Night Karaoke, 7-10pm
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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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
IEPA Lead and Copper Survey
Please click here to be taken to the IEPA Lead and Copper Survey
Broadway Streetscaping from 14th to 16th
Broadway Streetscaping from 14th to 16th This project is a continuation of the streetscape improvements the City of Mattoon has done from 16th west. This project will continue incorporating the same design and aesthetics that has been used to date. Work on the project is being done by the same contractor that has done the previous projects, Fuller-Wente, Inc. They plan to begin work on the project starting Monday, March 25, 2024. On Sunday they will set up traffic control and begin blocking off parking along the north side of Broadway between 14th and 16th Streets. On Monday they will [...]