Champaign City Profiles

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On this podcast we get to know some of the people who work for The City of Champaign. Employees share what they do in their jobs, what they do for fun, and how their efforts help make Champaign a great place to live.
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ARCHIVE: Nancy Rabel - Deputy City Manager
Monday, 13 October, 2025

This week’s Champaign Spotlight features Deputy City Manager Nancy Rabel, who joins host Jeff Hamilton to share her journey from attorney and city administrator in her hometown of Canton, Illinois, to her current leadership role with the City of Champaign. Nancy discusses her responsibilities overseeing departments such as Public Works, Finance, and Neighborhood Services, as well as her efforts addressing community priorities like homelessness and city facility planning. She also reflects on the value of collaboration, community partnerships, and what it means to make a positive difference through public service.