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Latest News from the City of Mattoon
City Recycling Program Suspended
The City of Mattoon has been notified the recycling program has been placed on hold until further notice.
Municipal Election 2021 Information
Elections for the positions of mayor (one seat) and commissioners (four seats) will be held on April 6, 2021. 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
City Announces New Aggregated Electricity Rates
The City of Mattoon has obtained a new aggregated electricity rate contract for the community. Learn more, including how you can opt-in or opt-out of the contract, by reading the Electricity section of the Utilities page on the City's website: mattoon.illinois.gov/residents/utilities. https://mattoon.illinois.gov/residents/utilities/
Mayor Provides Direction for Restaurants & Bars
The Mayor issued today this letter providing direction to restaurant and bar owners who wish to reopen their establishments. Direct questions regarding the contents of this letter to the Code Enforcement office at 217-234-7367 or the City Clerk's office at 217-235-5654.
2020 Mattoon T-Ball Registration
2020 Mattoon T-Ball Registration Form is Now Available. Boys and Girls Ages 4 through 7. Complete and Return the Registration Form to the Park Office by May 1st.
Utility Payments Update
Due to the spread of Coronavirus, the City of Mattoon will no longer accept payments directly from its customers at the Finance Office at City Hall. The options for payment are online, by phone (844-701-1148, which is printed on all bills), by mail, or by using the drop box on the north side of City Hall. Customers are encouraged to set up automatic payments by bank draft. Those wishing to set up Water and Sewer service should contact the Finance Department by phone at 217-235-5483.