Accessibility Statement
Effective Date: June 17, 2025
The City of Champaign is committed to ensuring that VisitDowntownChampaign.com is accessible to all users, regardless of ability or technology. We strive to meet or exceed the requirements of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA and to comply with applicable state and federal laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Our Commitment
We are actively working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website. Our goals include:
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Providing clear, consistent navigation
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Ensuring all images have descriptive alternative text
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Maintaining appropriate color contrast and font legibility
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Supporting keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility
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Offering text alternatives for multimedia content
Ongoing Efforts
We regularly review and test our website using automated tools and manual audits to identify and resolve accessibility issues. Accessibility improvements are part of our continuous development cycle and content management practices.
Known Limitations
Some older PDF documents, third-party embeds, and interactive maps may not fully meet accessibility standards. We are working to provide accessible alternatives or ensure compliance where possible.
Request Assistance or Provide Feedback
If you experience any difficulty accessing content or using features on VisitDowntownChampaign.com, or if you wish to report an accessibility barrier, please contact us. We welcome your feedback and will respond promptly.
Accessibility Contact:
City of Champaign
Planning and Development Department
102 N. Neil Street
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: 217-403-8800
Email: planning@champaignil.gov
Third-Party Content
Please note that some content linked from this website may be hosted on external platforms or managed by third parties. We encourage those providers to meet accessibility standards, but we cannot guarantee their compliance.