Welcome to Charleston, Illinois
Charleston, located in Coles County, Illinois, is home to Eastern Illinois University, a public university with a strong reputation for its teaching programs. Our city is also known for its historic downtown district, and rich Lincoln history.
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Choose Charleston for arts and culture- Experience the music of local performers or a play by local actors in the Daum Amphitheater at Kiwanis Park. Enjoy an art exhibition at the Tarble Arts Center, or a world-class symphony or jazz ensemble at the Doudna Fine Arts Center, both on the campus of Eastern Illinois University.
Welcome to Charleston, Illinois
The City Council is the duly elected legislative and policy-making body of the City of Charleston. The fundamental job of the City Council is to make policy decisions for the City based on relevant and accurate information received from the full-time City Manager and his staff.
Water & Sewer Service - Charleston, Illinois
The City of Charleston provides water and sewer service to city residents. The City’s Water Department is responsible for reading water meters, preparation of the utility bills, receipt of the utility bill payments and dealing with customer inquiries.
Welcome to Charleston, Illinois
Complete the form below to request City records. Completed forms can be mailed, faxed, emailed, or delivered to the City. City of Charleston. 520 Jackson Avenue. Charleston, Illinois 61920. Fax: 217-345-7554.
Welcome to Charleston, Illinois
Explore the different departments and services offered by the city of Charleston, Illinois.
Choose Charleston
Choose Charleston for arts and culture- Experience the music of local performers or a play by local actors in the Daum Amphitheater at Kiwanis Park. Enjoy an art exhibition at the Tarble Arts Center, or a world-class symphony or jazz ensemble at the Doudna Fine Arts Center, both on the campus of Eastern Illinois University.
Welcome to Charleston, Illinois
The City of Charleston consists the following departments: Administration, City Clerk, Comptroller, Fire, Information Services, Parks & Recreation, Planning, Police, and Public Works. The workforce consists of 128 full-time employees under the direction of these Department Directors.
Administration - Charleston, Illinois
Charleston operates under a City Manager form of government. The City Manager serves as the City’s chief administrative officer and manages the daily operations of the City.
City Clerk - Charleston, Illinois
City Clerk. The City Clerk's office preserves the City’s vital information, both present, and past for the benefit of the citizens of today and tomorrow. The Clerk's functions are various, but essential to the operation and welfare of the community.