Champaign council OKs new map for districts

CHAMPAIGN – Even in a nonpartisan city, adopting a new political map can be difficult.

Such was the case Tuesday night, when the city council adopted, in a 5-3 vote, new district boundaries for the five council members who represent districts. Three council members and the mayor are elected citywide.

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