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.

Welcome
I Want To...
Popular
Recent

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!
Pay

Parking Tickets

Report

Crime
Public Works Service Request
Street Light Out
Code Violation
Issue or Question

Apply

Building Permit

Curb Cut

Sidewalk Petition
- APRIL 21, 2025 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 05/06/2025
- MARCH 17, 2025 REGULAR CITY COUNIL MEETING 04/22/2025
- MARCH 11, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 04/22/2025
- FEBRUARY 11, 2025 PUBLIC HEARING - SEWER PRESENTATION 04/08/2025
- MARCH 3, 2025 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 04/08/2025
- FEBRUARY 17, 2025 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 04/08/2025
- FEBRURY 26, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 03/18/2025
- FEBRUARY 11, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 03/18/2025
- JANUARY 28, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 03/04/2025
- FEBRURY 3, 2025 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 03/04/2025

Important Update from The Stone River Group

Details: Created: 06 February 2024

Stone River

Important Update

Attention Customers,

We have been notified by several of our customers lately that calls have been coming in about Ameren accounts. We have been told that the callers claim to be contractors or representatives of Ameren and they need to discuss your accounts. Ameren does not use contractors for this type of work and Ameren will not call the customer to confirm details on an account. These calls are scams. The caller is looking to get your account numbers so they can switch your supply contract. We have also been told that these calls are coming from different numbers each time. Please be aware not to give our account number over the phone, please make sure you know who you are doing business with. The rates being offered by these callers can be 45% higher than current rates and will involve fees from your current supplier.

We want to make sure that our customers are informed with what tactics are being used in the market right now and be prepared how to handle these calls. If you prefer not to handle these calls feel free to give them our number to call and we can handle it for you.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Thank you,

Justin Cheger
VP Operations

GoLinc App

Details: Created: 27 April 2023

Did you know that you can use our GoLinc app

to receive push notifications on your

iPhone or Android from the City of Lincoln?

Scan our QR code to be in the loop!

GoLinc Mail Insert 1

Municipal Electric Aggregation

Details: Created: 02 May 2022

Once again, the City of Lincoln went out for bid to lock in the lowest rate possible for the citizens of Lincoln. Please review the following video explaining the program and what you will need to do depending on your current situation. If you have any questions please contact your Alderman or the Mayor.

Lincoln Police Recognized for Excellence in Policy and Training

Details: Created: 19 March 2021

Last year, Lincoln Police Department personnel responded to more than 6,105 requests for assistance from criminal investigations to mental health crisis interventions to school security and animal complaints. Officers also generate activity which involves traffic stops, school checks, business checks, and other community relations which pushes our activity over 10,000 last year during COVID. To maintain a consistent and professional response, the department relies on comprehensive, up-to-date policies.

Recently, the Lincoln Police Department was recognized by the Lexipol Connect program for achieving Gold level for consistently and effectively disseminating policies to officers, issuing timely policy updates as laws change, and ensuring officers are trained on policies. Lexipol is the nation’s leading content, policy and training platform for public safety agencies; the Connect program tracks Lincoln Police Department performance on five metrics proven to measure success in policy management.

“Policy – and regularly training on policy – is crucial to the success of our department. We are proud to be recognized by Lexipol Connect for continuously improving professionalism and safety,” says Chief of Police Paul Adams.

Lincoln Police Department’s excellence in policy and policy training enhances community safety by ensuring consistent, effective response based on national best practices.

“This recognition signifies that the Lincoln Police Department is dedicated to their mission of protecting and serving the community by consistently striving to remain up-to-date on vital policies and training. I commend all department personnel on this accomplishment and sincerely thank them for their commitment to their profession and for proudly serving our community”, says Acting Mayor Tracy Welch.

For more information, visit lincolnil.gov or www.lexipol.com.