Fifth Street Road Project

The City of Lincoln, State of Illinois, and County of Logan have partnered to redevelop Fifth Street Road west of Lincoln Parkway (Old Route 66) to the Interstate overpass. Not only will this improve the roadway itself, but was to correct water drainage along the roadway itself from neighboring developments.

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Welcome to Lincoln, Illinois. We're a picturesque community steeped in history and focused on the future. We welcome you to virtually tour our vibrant community and learn more about our rich history and the opportunities for business, recreation, and quality living which our residents and visitors have grown to love.

Lincoln is centrally located in Illinois along the famed Route 66 offering convenient travel time to major American urban centers. Over one million people live within an hour's drive of Lincoln. Bloomington-Normal, Peoria, Springfield, Decatur, and Champaign-Urbana are within 60 miles, and we're midway between Chicago and St. Louis.

Lincoln is also the only city in the world named for and christened by Abraham Lincoln before he became President. We like to think we recognize greatness long before others! We're home to a number of historic sites and events associated with our presidential namesake including the brand new Lincoln College Heritage Museum and the Postville Courthouse.

Lincoln boasts quality schooling and is home to three colleges: Lincoln Christian University, Lincoln College, and Heartland Community College.

Whether visiting for the day or staying for a lifetime, come see all that Lincoln has to offer!
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- FEBRUARY 6, 2023 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 03/07/2023
- JANAURY 24 2023 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 02/22/2023
- JANUARY 10, 2023 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 02/22/2023
- JANUARY 17, 2023 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 02/07/2023
- JANUARY 3, 2023 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 02/07/2023
- DECEMBER 19, 2022 PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX LEVY 02/07/2023
- DECEMBER 27, 2022 SPECIAL VOTING SESSION 01/18/2023
- DECEMBER 27, 2022 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 01/18/2023
- DECEMBER 19, 2022 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 01/04/2023

Urban Coyote Presence

Details: Created: 19 March 2020

In the recent months there have been concerns raised with the sporadic sightings of coyotes within the city limits. Contacts have been made with the USDA Wildlife Services as well as the State of Illinois DNR for consultation and direction. The sightings have been categorized as just that, “sightings” or “observations”.

Toilet Paper Shortage

Details: Created: 17 March 2020

Due to the shortage of toilet paper that has developed during the Coronavirus pandemic, we would like to remind the residents of the City of Lincoln that flushing items other than toilet paper or human waste may damage your home’s lateral or the City sewer. If you choose to flush items other than toilet paper or human waste to the City’s sewer system, you may cause a back-up within your home. Per City ordinance 7-7-4-5, the homeowner will incur all costs due to events of this nature.

Authority: Andrew Bowns
Lincoln Waste Water Treatment Plant Manager

Fire Candidates

Details: Created: 11 March 2020

Firefighter Candidate Testing is closed at this time. The current eligibility list is good until August of 2022.

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Chief Dunovsky

Social Security Scams

Details: Created: 05 March 2020

Social Security takes protecting your personal information seriously. We want to warn you about telephone scammers pretending to be government employees. Do not be fooled!

The caller says there is a problem with your Social Security number or account. Scammers may threaten you to provide personal information and may demand immediate payment to avoid arrest or other legal action. Never give out your personal information such as your bank account or send payment in any form, such as retail gift cards, cash, wire transfers, or pre-paid debit cards. Social Security employees will never threaten you for information or money, or demand an immediate payment.

If you receive a call like this, hang up! Report details of the call to our Office of the Inspector General at oig.ssa.gov. Share this information with your friends and family.

Lincoln Police Department Lateral Hiring

Details: Created: 12 March 2019

Looking for an exciting career as a Police Officer. The City of Lincoln is accepting applications for Lateral Police Officer. The Lincoln Police Department lateral hiring process offers a great possibility for candidates being selected for hiring. Individuals are subject to oral interviews and background investigations. All requirements for the hiring process can be found on the Lincoln Police Department Recruitment page.

The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Lincoln Fire and Police Commission