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Watershed Stewardship in Action
The City recently partnered with the University of Illinois Extension to host a Watershed Soft Landing Kit Workshop at the Water Treatment Plant as part of the Watershed Stewards Program.
This hands-on session focused on preparing lawns for Soft Landing Kits, including sod removal methods and site preparation to help ensure successful installation.
We appreciate the continued collaboration with the U of I Extension Center and Coles County Soil and Water Conservation District and the opportunity to support residents in protecting water quality and strengthening our local watershed.
Learn more about Watershed Protection here: www.colescountyswcd.org/resources/watersheds/
Furthermore, contact the Coles County Soil and Water Conservation District if interested in joining the Lake Mattoon and Lake Paradise Watershed Committee.
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Virtual City Council Meetings Details
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 attend, recordings of any virtual City Council Meetings will be posted to our YouTube Channel. June 16, 2026 Virtual Meeting Details: A Special City Council Meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 A Regular City Council Meeting is scheduled for 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 At no sooner than 5:50 pm, visit the Cisco WebEx meeting [...]
Annual Fire Hydrant Flow Testing
The Mattoon Fire Department will be conducting annual flow testing, maintenance, and painting of fire hydrants throughout the City of Mattoon beginning July 26, 2021, and will continue until completed. Pending weather, this process should take 4-6 weeks to complete. The hydrants will be flowed between the hours of 8am and 3pm This testing is done to check flow rates to help provide better protection and response to the citizens and visitors of Mattoon. During this time any landscaping that obstructs the view or operation of the hydrant will be trimmed or removed. Hydrant flushing may cause discoloration of your [...]
City Recycling Program Suspended
The City of Mattoon has been notified the recycling program has been placed on hold until further notice.
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.
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.