Friday, May 9

2025 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference (CNNC)

CNNC is a dynamic, one-day conference for neighborhood group leaders and their respective neighbors. REGISITRATION IS FREE!

By City of Champaign

Date and time

Friday, May 9 · 8am - 5pm CDT

Location

I Hotel & Illinois Conference Center

1900 South 1st Street Champaign, IL 61820

Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM

Attendee Check In

Attendees check in, receive their conference materials and name tag.

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM

Welcome Breakfast

Deborah Frank Feinen, Mayor - City of Champaign

Attendees will hear a welcome and opening remarks from City of Champaign Mayor Deborah Frank Feinen

10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Workshop Session #1

Attendees to choose from one of the following workshops: Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint Update - Equity and Engagement; Online Property Information and Mapping Tools - Planning and Development; Men...

11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Workshop Session #2

Attendees to choose from one of the following workshops: Community Coaltion Overview - Tracy Parsons, Facilitator; Overview of the Capital Improvement Plan - Public Works; Nuts and Bolts of HOA Engag...

12:00 PM - 12:50 PM

Key-Note Lunch

Joan Walls, City Manager - City of Champaign

Newly Appointed City of Champaign City Manager Joan Walls will share her vision for how Champaign moves forward as a great community bolstered by its vibrant, diverse neighborhoods.

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Workshop Session #3

Attendees to choose from one of the following workshops: Mediation-Helping People Find Common Ground - Dispute Resolution Institute; Housing Placement Initiatives - First Followers; Homeless Services...

2:00 PM - 2:50 PM

Workshop Session #4

Attendees to choose from one of the following workshops: City of Champaign Public Communication Strategies and Tools - City Managers Office; Access to Technology - Champaign Public Library; First Res...

3:00 PM - 3:50 PM

Workshop Session #5

Attendees to choose from one of the following workshops: Neighborhood Programs and Organizing Recources - Neighborhood Programs and Neighborhood Relations Divisions; Trauma Informed Care - Trauma & R...

4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Workshop Session #6

Attendees to choose from one of the following workshops: Who You Gonna Call? - Neighborhood Services Code Compliance Division, Public Works, Police; Vocational Training - CCRPC Workforce Developemnt...

About this event

Event lasts 9 hours

The Neighborhood Services Department for the City of Champaign is excited to host the 2025 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference (CNNC)!

CNNC is a dynamic one-day conference featuring presentations from City staff, local governing bodies/institutions, and community partner agencies covering topics relevant to maintaining vibrant and engaged neighborhoods. CNNC is geared towards Champaign's registered neighborhood group leaders, their respective neighbors and community members interested in neighborhood organizing and engagement efforts. CNNC will provide a content rich day of diverse learning opportunities in areas such as City programs, engagement initiatives, and community resources available to support building stronger neighborhood connections. The conference will include a key-note address from City of Champaign City Manager Joan Walls.

CONFERENCE SPACE IS LIMITED AND REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Register today! REGISTRATION IS FREE! Contact Neighborhood Services at 217-403-7070 if you have any questions or need assistance registering for CNNC.

HELP SPREAD THE WORD! Tell all your neighbors, co-workers, and friends that you have registered to attend the 2025 Champaign Neighborhood Network Conference. Then personally invite 10 people to register and join you there!

Frequently asked questions

Can I attend CNNC if I'm not part of a registered neighborhood group?

Yes! The conference is geared toward our registered neighborhood group leaders, but anyone can attend. We would ask that you use what you've learned to organize a neighborhood group where you live!

Can Children attend CNNC?

The conference is open to youth ages 16 and older. Each youth is required to register.

Is the conference site accessible?

Yes! From the conference site's website: Our hotel is committed to providing accessible accommodations for guests of all abilities. We offer a range of accessible features, including wheelchair-friendly rooms, elevators, and more.

Can I bring my own food to the conference?

Food for the conference site is catered exclusively by University Catering. No outside food is allowed at the conference. However, the catering selections include vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options.

What if I am not able to stay for the full time of the conference?

Though we hope all attendees can get the full conference experience, we understand that there may be existing conflicts keeping attendees from attending all workshop sessions. Please only sign up for sessions you can attend so spots remain open for others.

Can my staff from the same organization register as a group?

No. Registrants are encouraged to invite others to attend, however; each individual must be registered separately. Registrants must provide their own individual method of contact so we can reach people directly regarduing their attendance at the conference.

Organized by

City of Champaign