Royse + Brinkmeyer News

Royse + Brinkmeyer Launches Lease-Up for The Pilot

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:07:13 GMT

Backed by PNC Bank, the Pilot Expands Missing Middle Housing Options

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (March 17, 2026) – Royse + Brinkmeyer today announced the start of lease-up for The Pilot , a new mixed-income residential community that will deliver 151 modern apartments, townhomes, and lofts to Champaign’s historic In-Town Neighborhood. Supported by a unique blended financing structure from PNC Bank, The Pilot includes five planned properties designed to expand workforce housing options in the city.

Champaign continues to see rising demand for moderate-income housing, driven by population growth, wage increases, and limited new supply. The Pilot offers expanded choices for residents – including those in the region’s “missing middle”, who earn too much to qualify for traditional affordability programs but still face increasing barriers in the rental market.

“The Pilot offers a meaningful solution for the missing middle - our educators, public-sector and healthcare workers, young families, and emerging professionals who are increasingly priced out of the communities where they work. R+B cares that their needs are met,” said Mike Royse, Majority Investor, Royse + Brinkmeyer. “We’re proud to deliver high-quality, attainable housing which reflects the needs of our community.”

Situated along South State and Prairie Streets, the three-acre development blends renovated historic assets with three new distinct residential concepts: Prairie Townhomes, Alley Lofts, and State Street Flats.

“As Champaign continues to grow, developments like The Pilot help ensure that the region remains competitive, vibrant and accessible,” said Brian Ray, PNC Regional President of central Illinois. “PNC is committed to expanding the types of lending and capital solutions needed to bring more workforce housing online and support our talent pipeline.”

PNC Bank provided financing through a combination of traditional lending and an equity-equivalent investment - an approach that could serve as a scalable model for future non–tax credit workforce housing developments.

“This financing structure demonstrates how innovative private-sector solutions can help fill the critical missing middle housing gap,” said Thurman Tony Smith, territory executive for PNC Community Development Banking.

This project supports the City of Champaign’s goal to increase housing units by 2035 as part of a broader strategy to address the region’s supply shortage. Statewide, Illinois faces an existing housing deficit of 142,000 housing units and will need to build an estimated 227,000 new homes by 2030 to meet demand, according to the Illinois Economic Policy Institute.

In partnership with Royse + Brinkmeyer and Catalyst Construction, the Champaign City Council approved a Planned Development in the fall of 2024, enabling a mix of housing types in the In-Town Neighborhood.

"The City of Champaign is excited to see the Royse + Brinkmeyer housing development nearing completion. The project team prioritized quality urban living while complementing the historic charm of the surrounding area. By balancing modern housing needs with the neighborhood's character, this development expands options for residents seeking housing near schools, parks, jobs, and the vibrant businesses in Downtown Champaign," said Mayor Deborah Frank Feinen.

Located steps from downtown along State and Prairie Streets, The Pilot offers a broad mix of housing options ranging from $888 for existing residences to $1,500 to $3,000 for newly constructed homes. and offers amenities such as rooftop decks, ample natural light, attached garages, community gardens, rewilded landscaping and expanded parking. Floor plans span 513 to nearly 1300 square feet.

The Pilot, located along 305-315 S. State Street and 308-314 S. Prairie Streets, includes:

New Construction: (101 units)

Alley Lofts - 42 loft-style units ranging from studios to three-bedrooms - 312 S. Prairie St.
Prairie Townhomes - 12 family-oriented two-bedroom units - 308, 314 S. Prairie St.
State Street Flats - 47 units ranging from studios to three-bedroom with select rooftop patios - 305 S. State St.

Existing Properties: (50 units)

State Street House – Single-family home with two units - 315 S. State St.
State Street Apartments - 48 one-bedroom units - 307, 309 S. State St.

“We designed this mixed-lifestyle community to bring modern amenities, thoughtful gathering spaces and high-quality living to every price point,” added Royse. “It’s a community built for residents at every stage of life.”

Initial occupancy is expected in August 2026, with full completion anticipated by early 2027. Learn more here.

About PNC Bank

PNC Bank, National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking, including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.

About Royse + Brinkmeyer

Royse + Brinkmeyer is a locally and family-owned property management company in Champaign, Illinois, dedicated to building communities where residents love to live. Royse + Brinkmeyer thinks of itself as a customer service company that just so happens to offer apartments, taking pride in being good community members and forging strong relationships with residents.

Toys for Tots Toy Drive + Rent Raffle

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:22:24 GMT

Toys for Tots Toy Drive + Rent Raffle

Make a Child's Dream Come True, Plus a Chance at Free Rent for You!

Each year the Toys for Tots program collects new, unwrapped toys, and delivers them to underprivileged children in Champaign County.

If you would like to participate, buy a NEW toy and drop it off, unwrapped, at our main leasing office (211 W. Springfield). From there, toys will be distributed through Lite Rock 97.5 to the Salvation Army.

For every new toy you bring in you can enter a name in our drawing for ONE MONTH OF FREE RENT!

Drop Off Dates
November 20th - December 15th

Maximize Your Space!

taylor@roysebrinkmeyer.com (Taylor King) — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 20:56:21 GMT

Having a small space does not mean you have to feel cramped. Just follow these tips to make your space feel more open and spacious no matter how much square footage you have.

TRASH IT OR CHERISH IT.

First, take some time to declutter your apartment and organize what you already have. You cannot create more space in your apartment unless you make that space by getting rid of some items. That pile of books in your corner that you have not even flipped through, maybe it’s time to let them go.

LET’S GET ORGANIZED.

After you have downsized your belongings, it is time to get organized! If everything has a place to go then there will not be a giant monster of overflow invading your living space. If you are in a smaller space, you can utilize dividers in drawers, curio cabinets, or even boxes and bins. Vacuum storage bags are also a great trick for hidable storage – they take up less space, protect your items, and can be stored under your bed.

Bookshelves can hold pretty much everything; wire racks in the kitchen can free up cabinet space from kitchen utensils; and utilizing your walls not only for shelves but also to display some of your favorite items as well are great ways to both personalize your space and keep it organized!

Furniture pieces can serve way more than just one purpose! Try out a coffee table with plenty of drawers, an ottoman with a removable top, or even a bedframe with hidden storage. Get as creative with your organization as you would with decorating your space!

USE AN ILLUSION

You can trick the eye into thinking you have a bigger space using bright colors and wall art.

Light colors on the walls reflect light and create an illusion of a bigger space. Luckily, Royse + Brinkmeyer always sticks to a neutral palette, a nice cream color. However, that does not mean you have to have boring plain walls. Utilizing tapestries or artwork in uniform colors is a wonderful way to spice up your walls without making your space feel small.

Another trick that can create depth, reflect light, and brighten up a room is utilizing mirrors on your walls.

We hope these tips can help you make your space, no matter how small, feel a little bit more spacious and welcoming. Make sure to let your creativity flourish and have fun!

Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon THIS WEEKEND

amanda@roysebrinkmeyer.com (Amanda Royse) — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 19:02:58 GMT

Where are All of our Runners?!

It's that time of year again! The Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon is this Saturday, April 29th, 2023.

Are you planning to participate? Lace up your shoes, enjoy some fresh air, and snap a photo to be entered into our contest to win a $25 Esquire gift card and some sweet R+B swag!

How to Enter:

Snap a photo of yourself at the race
Follow R+B on Facebook
Post your race day pictures in the comments of our Race Day Post!

The picture with the most "likes" will win a $25 gift card to Esquire and R+B swag! The winner will be chosen on Monday, May 1st.

Good Luck!

R+B Welcomes The Inman!

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:34:34 GMT

We're so excited to welcome The Inman into the Royse + Brinkmeyer family

We are so excited to welcome The Inman to the Royse + Brinkmeyer family! The Inman boasts 60 studio, one, and two-bedroom units. We will open The Inman’s doors to all ages while continuing to care for its current residents.

This unique building will continue to offer a full-service lifestyle with concierge services like housekeeping, laundry, pet care, and more.

“We’re excited to see what the future holds for the historic Inman. With its rich history and prime location, we think it’s the perfect place to showcase the best things about our vibrant community” says R+B CEO Collin Carlier. “We look forward to seeing how Champaign-Urbana embraces this building and informs its future”.

Built in 1915, The Inman's storied history adds to the building's charm with visits from Eleanor Roosevelt, Al Capone, and Nat King Cole. Royse + Brinkmeyer plans to honor this history while developing the building.

See what we have available at the Inman here .

Happy Pride Month

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 18:14:43 GMT

Happy Pride Month!

The month of June is Pride Month and we want to make sure everyone feels welcome in our community! That's why we are supporting our LGBTQ+ community by raising money for Uniting Pride.

Uniting Pride was founded in 2009 as an organization to advocate for the equality, wellness, advocacy, and visibility of the LGBTQ+ communities in Champaign County. They host the Pride Parade in October as well as all sorts of workshops and events throughout the year. They have a pretty great lineup of events for June including their Pride Party at Rosebowl Tavern! You can view their full June calendar here.

We are very fortunate to have such a great organization in our community and they could use our support. If you would like to contribute to our fundraiser you can visit Uniting Pride's website .

Sign a Lease at Stonegate Village + Get Free Laundry

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:19:13 GMT

Sign A Lease at Stonegate Village + Get Free Laundry

The next 10 leases signed at Stonegate Village will receive a laundry basket full of goodies!

The basket includes:

$100 worth of quarters
Detergent + dryer sheets
Beach towel
2 free loads of laundry, picked up, washed, and folded from R+B@Home

There are only ten laundry baskets, so hurry and get your lease signed before they're gone!

We're also offering this bonus for referrals. Refer a friend and you'll receive $100 towards your rent, and you'll both receive the above laundry package!*

*Bonus awarded at lease signing

2022 Healey Gardens

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 15:06:55 GMT

2022 Healey Gardens

We are just about ready for another year of gardening at the Healey Urban Gardens! Last year these gardens were built with the help of the U of I's Metropolitan Food Systems program and U of I Extension to give residents a way of growing their own food.

The garden has 29 beds, both raised and flat, a water spigot on the south end for watering, and a gate with bunny wire around the perimeter. There is also a compost bin available for residents and gardeners to use.

volunteer group of residents helped us design the gardens as well as develop rules for the garden:

Gardeners should only use the plot assigned to them.
Gardeners should prevent their plants from growing into paths, or other gardeners’ plots. They should also prevent plants from excessively shading neighboring plots.
Gardeners should not let weeds in their plot go to seed.
No one besides a gardener should interfere in that gardener’s plot, except with permission. Other exceptions are to remove weeds close to seeding or parts of plants spreading into paths or other plots.
Gardeners are welcome to have guests help with their plots
If a gardener does not want to maintain their plot any longer, they should contact Royse + Brinkmeyer and ask to relinquish their claim to the plot.
Gardeners should not harvest others’ produce without permission, even if that produce seems at risk of going bad.
Gardeners should return the shared tools to the area they got them from after use.
Gardeners should not store their personal tools in the public space.
Gardeners should check in with Royse + Brinkmeyer before applying any pesticides. The supervisor will ensure that the specific pesticide is safe and acceptable to the gardeners in nearby plots.
Gardeners should not leave watering systems on when they are not in the garden.
Gardeners should not use lights to work in the garden when the sun is down.
Mint should only be grown in containers like pots.
Smoking is not allowed in the garden.
Pets are not allowed in the garden.
Gardeners should wear masks and keep them six feet apart. The maximum capacity of the garden is 15 occupants: if the garden is full more people should not enter.

Plots are $30 for the season, we aim to build two more gardens in 2022 that will likely not open until the fall!

Winter Coat Drive

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:35:20 GMT

Winter Coat Drive

Warm Your Neighbors

It's cold out there! While many of us take things like coats, hats, and scarves for granted, not everyone can afford to bundle up in the winter. For those of us that can, it can be wonderful to help those in need.

We want to help our residents help one another, so this year, we are collecting coats, gloves, hats, and scarves to give to residents who need them. We will be giving coats and cold weather gear to your neighbors in need and donating anything that is leftover to Unit 4's Warm-A-Kid Coat Drive or to Salt and Light.

Are You or a Member of Your Family in Need of a Coat?

If you or anyone in your family needs cold-weather gear we will try our best to match you up with any donated items we receive in your size. We have some sweaters, scarves, and coats in the office at the moment that need a good home!

Holiday Clean Up Week

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 16:47:03 GMT

Holiday Clean Up Week

Now that the holiday season chaos is over, it's time to rest. But all the holiday decorations are still up! And who wants to haul a Christmas tree to the curb? Well, that's where R+B@Home comes in!

From Monday, January 3rd to Friday, January 7th R+B@Home will be visiting each property to haul away donations, trash, Christmas decorations, and yes, Christmas trees.

We'll also be offering a discount on cleaning services scheduled for that week! Schedule a cleaning service between January 3rd and January 7th and get $10 off! The schedule and pricing can be found below:

Pricing (includes pick-up and disposal)

Full "moving boxes" filled with miscellaneous items (Christmas lights, wreaths, old toys) - $10 per box
Christmas trees (Monday through Thursday only) - $20
Electronics (televisions, computers, printers, video game consoles) - $35 per item
Large Furniture (sofas, recliners, dining furniture) - $50 per item
Paper Shredding - $10 per banker's box

Pickup Schedule

Monday, January 3rd
Prospect Pointe, Misty Cove, Hartwell Drive, and Hartwell Court
Tuesday, January 4th
Anthony Drive, 520 N. Neil Street, State Street, Clark Street, 217-352-1129 White Street, Healey Street, 408 S. Prairie St., Prairie Place, 510 Elm Street, 211 Springfield Avenue, and Green Street
Wednesday, January 5th
Stonegate Village
Thursday, January 6th
Crowwood Pointe, Westwood Village, and Ginger Creek
Friday, January 7th
Final pick up day for all properties

* All donations will be taken to Salt & Light or Habitat for Humanity ReStore

If you would like to book a service, visit the R+B@Home website or contact us at services@roysebrinkmeyer.com .

'Tis the Season to Help Our Community

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 17:01:19 GMT

'Tis the Season to Help Our Community

Why Our Residents are THE BEST

Over the years we have been blown away by the generosity of our residents. Every November you donate a mountain of toys to Toys for Tots, piles of cards for senior citizens living in care facilities, and when we asked you to sew masks for C-U Public Health, Christie Clinic, and Carle Foundation Hospital you delivered! Since we know our residents are so giving, we want to help provide as many opportunities to support our community as we can.

Our Rent Credits Fundraiser is Back

Last year we decided to give every resident the opportunity to participate in C-U at Home's annual fundraiser, One Winter Night, by offering $25 to either take as a credit towards rent or donate to C-U at Home and have us match it. We raised $15,650 for C-U at Home and gave $5,850 to residents. It was incredible witnessing the generosity of our residents, so we've decided to do it again!

One Winter Night

Each February One Winter Night provides an opportunity for our community to learn about homelessness, raise awareness for our friends without an address, and experience a bit of what it might be like to be outside, overnight, in the coldest part of a Central Illinois winter. Participants commit to spending 12 hours outside in a cardboard box in downtown Champaign on the first Friday in February, as well as raising at least $1,000 to help C-U at Home continue doing all they do to help our community throughout the year.

How You Can Help

If you are a Royse + Brinkmeyer resident, fill out this form to claim your credit and tell us whether you want to take the credit or donate it to C-U at Home. If you donate your credit to C-U at Home, we''ll match it. That's $50 towards supporting the most vulnerable in our community! If every Royse + Brinkmeyer resident donates, we will have helped fund a $75,000 donation to reduce homelessness!

If you aren't a R+B resident and want to donate, or just want to donate more than your credit, you can donate directly to C-U at Home here.

Our Interview with C-U at Home

Our Director of Property Management sits down with Rob Dalhaus III, Director of Development and Community Outreach for C-U at Home, to discuss C-U at Home's mission, impact, and how we're partnering to support the homeless in Champaign-Urbana.

That's A Lot of Toys!

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 17:13:55 GMT

That's A Lot of Toys!

Each year the Toys for Tots program collects new and unwrapped toys and delivers them to underprivileged children. In 2020 the program distributed 53,509 toys to 5,544 children in Champaign County alone. Our residents blow us away every year by donating more and more toys for underprivileged kids.

This year was no exception, we were amazed to see the MOUNTAIN of donations that were packed up and given to the Salvation Army to deliver by Christmas. We counted 411 toys! We are so proud of our community for coming together and showing such generosity to those in need. It warms our hearts every year.

As a thank you, we raffled off one month of free rent and $100 in R+B@Home Services . And our winners are....

ONE MONTH FREE RENT: Roxanne from Prospect Pointe
$100 for R+B@Home: Leah from Clark St.

R+B@Home Open House - This Saturday!

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 16:31:13 GMT

R+B@Home Open House - This Saturday!

R+B@Home will be hosting an open house this coming Saturday, July 31st, at our main leasing office (211 W. Springfield Ave.)! R+B@Home staff will be on site to talk about the servives they offer and how we can help put hours back into your day! We'll be hanging out from 12 PM to 3 PM, so stop by to enjoy some refreshments and sign up for our gift card drawings.

Haven't heard of R+B@Home ? R+B@Home is our new resident services division, dedicated to making our residents’ lives easier. Our aim is to make apartment living as convenient and flexible as possible for our residents. Think of it as your own personal assistant. Need your plants watered or your cat fed while out of town? We have you covered! Need shelves hung on the wall? You got it! Whatever you need, we’re here to help!

How to Make Moving Out a Breeze

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:38:38 GMT

How to Make Moving Out a Breeze

We hate to see our residents move on, but if you must, we want to make sure the move-out process is as stress-free as possible!

It may seem surprising, but we want to give you your whole security deposit back. It's as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Remove all items, including trash, from the apartment
Wipe down all horizontal surfaces, including the fridge, cabinets, and window sills
Vacuum/sweep your way out the door

Learn more about our expectations and estimated fees by visiting our website!

We also provide cleaning and packing services through R+B@Home. Hiring R+B@Home to help you clean or remove those last few items will save you, and us, time and money. If you need help with packing or cleaning, get in touch with R+B@Home to talk about how we can help make your move-out process quick and easy, and help get your deposit back!

Spring Cleaning Week

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 19:09:04 GMT

Spring Cleaning Week

If you are anything like us this warm weather has you itching to start decluttering and working on your spring cleaning. Well. with R+B@Home spring cleaning can be a breeze!

This year R+B@Home is hosting a Spring Cleaning Week. Monday, April 19th through Friday, April 23rd we will pick up items you need thrown away, shredded, or donated directly from your apartment!

Pricing (includes pick-up and disposal):

Full "moving boxes" filled with miscellaneous items - $10 per box
Electronics (televisions, computers, printers, video game consoles) - $35 per item
Large Furniture (sofas, recliners, dining furniture) - $50 per item
Paper Shredding - $10 per banker's box

Pickup Schedule:

Monday, April 19
Prospect Pointe, Misty Cove, Hartwell Drive, and Hartwell Court

Tuesday, April 20
Anthony Drive, 520 N. Neil Street, State Street, Clark Street, 217-352-1129 White Street, Healey Street, Prairie Place, 510 Elm Street, 211 Springfield Avenue, and Green Street

Wednesday, April 21
Stonegate Village

Thursday, April 22
Crowwood Pointe, Westwood Village, and Ginger Creek

Friday, April 23
Final pick up day for all properties

* All donations will be taken to Salt & Light or Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Don't have time to clean your apartment? R+B@home will do it fo you! Overwhelmed with getting items ready for pick-up? We can help with that, too! Call us at (217) 352-1129 to set up a consultation.

Please call us at (217) 352-1129 or email services@roysebrinkmeyer.com to schedule a pickup or cleaning service!

Garden Planning Workshop

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 20:51:08 GMT

Garden Planning Workshop!

Spring is almost here and with that, we are super excited to announce that we are opening reservations for garden plots at 611 W Healey!

To help us get ready for planting season The U of I Extension and University of Illinois’ Metropolitan Food Supply and Environmental Systems(MFST) program will be hosting a webinar for Royse + Brinkmeyer residents this Saturday, February 27th at 12 PM.

In this workshop, you will have help from our friends at the U of I to pick out what to grow in your garden, when to plant it, and how to layout your garden bed and containers to make the most of your space.

We will talk about layouts for the new garden plots on Healey and how to grow in containers on your balcony and inside your home.

We are so excited to be able to work with the U of I's MFST program and the U of I Extension on this project and are incredibly grateful to them for providing us with the expertise to make this project come alive.

Renewal Season Is Here!

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 15:57:26 GMT

Renewal Season is Here!

Spring is a busy time here at Royse + Brinkmeyer, it's renewal season! We love our residents and want to make sure that you get as many opportunities as possible to claim your apartment before we start marketing it to new renters. Last week we sent out notifications that renewal offers had been uploaded to everyone's Resident Portal. We're really excited to see whether our residents are going to renew, so we decided to add an extra incentive to renewing early. Over the next month and a half, we are giving SIX residents

ONE MONTH OF FREE RENT!

The earlier you submit your renewal, the more chances you have to win:

3 winners will be drawn on February 15th
2 winners will be drawn on March 1st
1 winner will be drawn on March 15th

What to Expect

Over the next few weeks, our staff will be working to get in touch with every resident and talk over renewal offers.

Starting this week we will visit each resident personally to answer any questions you might have regarding the online renewal process and your offer.

After that, we'll continue to reach out via phone, email, or both to check in. We don't want anyone to miss out on renewing their lease, so this may happen more than once.

How to Renew Online

Step 1- Accept Your Renewal Offer

Log into your Resident Portal. Once in your portal, you will see a red banner that reads: "You have a Lease Renewal Offer!" with two clickable links: "Review Offer"; and "Remind Me Later".

You may do either of the following:

Click the "Review Offer" link, and follow the prompts to accept your offer.
Click the "Remind Me Later" link, which will remove the red banner from your dashboard. You will still be able to access the offer by clicking on the "It's time to Renew" link under your Priority Alerts.

You have until 10:00 a.m. on March 15, 2021, to renew your lease. If your renewal is not completed by that time, your apartment could be rented.

Step 2- Sign Your Renewal Agreement

Once you have accepted your Renewal Offer, your Lease Renewal Agreement will be available for your digital signature within 72 hours. You will be notified via email when it is ready to be signed.

To digitally sign your renewal, you will do the following:

Log into your Resident Portal. Under the Priority Alerts Menu, click "Your Lease Is Ready" and follow the prompts. At this time, you will see clickable orange buttons. Click these buttons and follow the prompts to complete the process for the following:

Lease Agreement
Garage/Parking Renewal (This will only appear if you rent a garage, parking space, or carport)

Once the documents are signed, you will be prompted to exit the lease.

Note: If you have multiple persons on your lease or a co-signer, they must also sign the Lease Renewal Agreement to secure your apartment for another year.

ALL APARTMENTS THAT ARE NOT RENEWED BY 10:00 A.M. ON MARCH 15, 2021 WILL BE PLACED ON THE MARKET FOR RENT.

Help for the Holidays

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 16:03:58 GMT

Help for the Holidays

THIS JUST IN: Santa's Elves are Overloaded this Year

If Santa delivered gifts that need to be assembled, installed, or wrapped before Christmas (or after), or if you need help getting your home ready for the holidays, we want to offer our R+B@Home Elves* to help you get the job done! R+B@Home Elves here to help with anything you might need.

Not sure what our elves can do for you? Here are some ways we may be of help:

Gift Wrapping - $25/hr
For the holidays we are now offering gift wrapping! Have all of your gifts wrapped beautifully by R+B@Home staff! This service costs $25/hour with a 1 hour minimum. Wrapped gifts can be picked up within 48 hours. (subject to change if demand is high)

Grocery Pickup - $217-352-1129 minutes
Let us brave the holiday madness for you! Order your groceries and we will pick them up and deliver them right to your door. We also offer grocery shopping services at $25/hour

Furniture Assembly - $75
We've all been there. No one likes assembling a new dresser or bookshelf, so let us take care of it! Our maintenance staff will come and assemble any common ready to assemble furniture: bed frames; couches; bookshelves; etc.

Wall Hangings
Trying to spruce things up for the season? Let us help! We can make sure things are hung level and avoid any damage to your walls. Plus we won’t charge you for the holes when you move out!

Smart Device Set-Up
Got a new smart device like a smart thermostat or smart lightbulbs and plugs? We can set it up so you can avoid the hassle!

Whatever you might need--just ask!

Thank you!

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 17:19:00 GMT

Thank you!

We really have the best residents! This year has been tough but we’ve made it through together and we want to say a big Royse + Brinkmeyer thank you to our wonderful community. Here are just a few examples of why we think our residents are the best:

In March, we asked residents to donate masks in exchange for rent credits. The response was overwhelming! We were able to donate over 1000 masks to C-U at Home, Champaign-Urbana Public Health District, Christie Clinic, and Carle Foundation Hospital. That’s pretty awesome.

And, as though that wouldn’t be enough, this month we asked for donations for our annual Toys for Tots drive. Once again, residents delivered! This photo is JUST the main leasing office; there are even more at our satellite offices! One lucky resident, Lauren from State St., won one month's free rent in our raffle!

When we asked residents to donate holiday cards for senior citizens living in care facilities we received over 250 cards! We also gave away some prizes for those:

Most cards donated: Gary from Crowwood Pointe! Gary donated 65 cards and won a $50 Walmart gift card!
Most Creative Card: Jade from Ginger Creek donated the most creative card and won a $25 Meijer gift card!
Raffle: Jennifer from Misty Cove won our early donation raffle and won a $15 Schnucks gift card.

We also offered rent credits this month to help alleviate some of the strain of the pandemic but gave residents the choice to, instead, donate their credit to C-U at Home and have Royse + Brinkmeyer match it. You raised $15,500 to help support our communities’ homeless!

Plus, you showed us some love by voting us Illini Radio Group’s Best of Champaign Urbana’s Best Property Management Company AND the News Gazette’s People’s Choice Best Rental Company!

We are so proud of our community and grateful to have such wonderful and giving residents. So, THANK YOU for being a bright spot in a difficult year. We couldn’t ask for better.

Growing Herbs Indoors Part 2: Recipes

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 17:32:20 GMT

Growing Herbs Indoors Part 2: Recipes

Last week our friends at the U of I taught us how to grow herbs indoors. Now they’re back with some tasty recipes to try using those freshly grown herbs!

First of all, check out this blog post from the University of Illinois Extension on seasoning food with fresh herbs. They’ll also teach you some handy herb/vegetable pairings, how to convert recipes calling for dry herbs to fresh herbs, and how to tell if your herbs are old.

Subbing Fresh Herbs for Dried:

According to the U of I Extension, you will typically need 3x the amount of fresh herbs as you do dry. For example, a recipe calling for 1 teaspoon of dried parsley would need 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley.

Now that we know a little more about cooking with fresh herbs, let's try out some recipes! All of these were provided by Maggie Furr, of the University of Illinois’ Metropolitan Food and Environmental Systems program who has been helping us plan our super cool Urban Farming project.

Here are the recipes she’s pulled together for us:

Tomato Basil Soup

2 1/4 lbs Roma tomatoes and 1 1/4 lbs Cherry tomatoes
4 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 cloves garlic, peeled and left whole
2 small yellow onions, sliced just under 1/2-inch thick
2 cups (32g) lightly packed fresh basil leaves
4 – 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place tomatoes on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with 3 Tbsp olive oil then season with salt and pepper (place Roma halves cut side upright).
Place onion slices and garlic on a rimmed half sheet and toss brush with remaining 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil on all sides, sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Place baking sheet with tomatoes and half sheet with onions in the oven side by side and roast onions 30 - 35 minutes until edges are golden, and tomatoes 40 - 45 minutes until golden.
Peel away any burnt papery layers of onions if there are any. Pull peels from tomatoes.
Pour onions and tomatoes into a large pot. Add 4 cups vegetable broth and the basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
vegetable broth to thin as desired.
Blend soup with an immersion blender or in small batches in a blender (only fill blender half full and remove center insert and cover with a kitchen towel). Serve warm topped with grilled cheese croutons if desired.

Oregano Lemon Chicken and Potatoes
CHICKEN

1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 tbsp olive or avocado oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper

POTATOES

1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
1 lb white potatoes, halved
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp garlic, minced
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried parsley
1 tbsp fresh oregano

Add 1 1/2 tablespoon oil to a large skillet. Heat on medium high. Once the pan is hot, add your chicken. Salt and pepper. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes uncovered, flipping occasionally. Chicken should have some browning but should not be cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Now add potatoes and saute, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until outside of potatoes are browned. Potatoes shouldn't be cooked through quite yet.
Reduce heat to medium. Add chicken back to skillet along with the chicken stock, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Sprinkle with salt, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried parsley. Stir. Cover. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes or until potatoes and chicken are cooked through.
Taste. Add more salt or lemon juice if desired. Stir in fresh oregano and serve.

Cream Cheese, Tomato and Chives Omelette

2 eggs
1 tablespoon milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons seeded and diced tomato
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
Heat a 6-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat; pour egg mixture into the hot skillet, tilting so egg mixture covers the entire bottom of the skillet. Slowly cook egg mixture until set, 5 to 10 minutes.
Arrange small dollops of cream cheese onto half the omelet; sprinkle tomato and chives over cream cheese. Fold omelet in half over the fillings. Remove skillet from heat and cover until cream cheese has softened, 2 to 3 minutes.

Chimichurri Sauce

1 bunch flat leaf parsley (or cilantro parsley mix) - leaves only
2 tbsp oregano fresh leaves
1 lime - juiced ( or 2 tbsp red wine vinegar)
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic -grated
1/2 chili pepper - optional
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 pinch sea salt - to your taste

Add the parsley, oregano, olive oil, chili pepper and lime juice or vinegar to the bowl of a food processor or blender. Process until combined and smooth to your liking. (Alternatively use a sharp knife and chop the herbs on a cutting board)
Transfer the sauce to a bowl or a jar and stir in the grated garlic and red pepper flakes. Season to your taste with the sea salt and more lime.
Store in the refrigerator in a tightly closed jar / container for up to 10 ways or freeze for later use.

Growing Herbs Indoors over Winter

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 17:50:44 GMT

Growing Herbs Indoors over Winter

Looking for a way to bring the garden inside this winter? Try your hand at growing herbs indoors! Perfect for adding a little oomph to your meals and some beauty to your space. Our friend, Maggie Furr, of the University of Illinois’ Metropolitan Food and Environmental Systems program(MFST) has put together this handy tutorial to get you started! Maggie has been helping us plan the Urban Farm we are going to build on Healey St. , so we thought she’d be the perfect person to teach us about indoor growing!

Supplies

Seeds
To start you'll need seeds! You can skip ahead to see some herbs that are well suited for indoor life.

Container
If you are starting the herbs from seeds, then you will need some shallow containers for easier germination. One easy and economical example would be old cardboard egg cartons!

Potting Mix
You’ll also need some potting mix. There are several types of potting mixes. The two you are most likely to use would be a generic mix, like Miracle Grow, or a cactus mix. Generic potting mix is a good soil mix that holds moisture well, but not all plants/herbs want a lot of moisture. Cactus potting mixes are better for low moisture plants because they are made up of soil, perlite, and peat moss. This mixture of materials increases water drainage and prevents soil from compacting. You can also make your own by mixing a “regular” Miracle Grow with sand, perlite, or peat moss on your own!

Labels
If you decide to start multiple herbs, then you can have some fun whipping up labels to help you keep track of what’s planted!

Starting your Seeds: The Egg Carton Method

To begin, fill the egg carton loosely with the necessary potting mix and mist the soil so that it’s moist.

Carefully place 1-2 seeds in each dimple of the egg carton and mist again.

Cover very lightly with more potting mix and mist one last time.

Place the egg carton in a place where it will get around 4 hours of sunlight per day.

It should take around 2 weeks for the herbs to germinate. Eight to ten weeks after the seeds have sprouted, they can be transplanted into a bigger container. All of the seedlings for one type of herb can be moved to the same container. A 5-6” wide container will be a perfect new home for your new plant “babies”.

What are the easiest Herbs to grow?

Lots of herbs can easily be grown inside. For example, basil, chives, mint, oregano, parsley, and thyme are super convenient to grow inside because they are easy to pick. Any herb can be grown inside, but to make things easier for you make sure that the herb(s) you choose will have access to adequate sunlight and are easy to pick.

Oregano

6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day
Oregano should have 6-8 hours of direct sunlight and be kept around room temperature (72 degrees). Oregano prefers to be in a potting mix that drains well, so a Cactus mix will be perfect for Oregano. Oregano can get root rot very easily so make sure to only water once a week when the soil is completely dry. This herb is ready to be harvested when it reaches 6” in height. When you harvest, make sure you leave 2” at the bottom to ensure continued growth.

Basil

6 hours of sunlight per day
Basil grows best when it has 6 hours of sunlight and is kept at room temperature. Basil should be potted in either a regular potting mix or a mixture of 50% Cactus potting mix/50% compost. The compost will act as a fertilizer to provide the necessary nutrients for your herbs, but other fertilizers can work as well. Make sure to continually add compost or another fertilizer to the pot to give the basil the nutrients it needs. Keep the soil moist by watering once a week. To keep Basil growing the best, you should pinch the flowers off as they appear. The newer the leaves, the more flavor they will have. Basil can be tricky to harvest, so check out this video to learn the best method.

Thyme

6 hours of direct sunlight per day
Thyme also likes to have 6 hours of direct sunlight and a temperature around 71 degrees. Thyme prefers to have dry, well-drained soil, so a Cactus mix would be great. Water once a week or when the soil is super dry. Thyme is pretty resilient and if you forget to water it every once-in-awhile, it should be fine. To harvest thyme, wait until it reaches 6” tall and cut the foliage as needed leaving 3” at the bottom.

Parsley

4-6 hours of direct sunlight
Parsley grows best in 4-6 hours of direct sunlight at room temperature. Any regular “all-purpose” potting mix will work. Make sure to water 1-2 times a week when the top few inches of the soil feels dry. For harvesting purposes, wait until the plant is 6” tall and cut the stems 2” from the base of the parsley.

Chives

4-6 hours of direct sunlight
Chives, just like Parsley, grow best in 4-6 hours of direct sunlight, at room temperature. Any regular “all-purpose” potting mix will work. Make sure to water 1-2 times a week when the top few inches of the soil feels dry. For harvesting purposes, wait until the plant is 6” tall and cut leaves as you see fit. Make sure to leave 2” at the bottom that you don’t harvest.

How to Harvest Herbs

When harvesting herbs, you need to be careful to not over harvest. Harvesting too much of the plant at a time can be stressful to the herb and it won’t continue to grow. For the majority of herbs, you want to leave the bottom 2” of the plant unharvested to promote new growth, and keep it from becoming overstressed!

Stay Tuned…

Once you've got some herbs, try out some of these tasty recipe suggestions!

More Resources

Growing herbs from seeds can be tricky, so we’ve put together a list of more resources to check out:

Holiday Reminders

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 17:44:02 GMT

Holiday Reminders!

Even though we are all celebrating a little differently this year, the holidays are always a busy time! We would hate for you to miss out on the opportunity to help make someone's holiday season a little brighter... including yours!

We have a few opportunities for our residents to spread the holiday spirit this month!

Rent Credit/Matched C-U at Home Donation

Deadline December 10th

Royse +Brinkmeyer would like to show support for our friends without an address this winter.

With the pandemic looming and unemployment increasing, we've decided to offer a $25 credit toward our residents' rent!

But we'd also like to give our residents the opportunity to support those less priveleged. So we are giving residents the option to donate their credit to support C-U at Home and their mission of serving the most vulnerable homeless in our community. For every credit donated to C-U at Home Royse and Brinkmeyer will match with another $25 donation! These funds will help support C-U at Home through their upcoming event, "One Winter Night".

Residents interested should email Maureen Peck and let her know whether you would like to accept the credit or donate it to C-U at Home. We support our residents either way! Together we can make a difference!

Toys for Tots Toy Drive

Deadline December 11th

Each year the Toys for Tots program collects new and unwrapped toys and delivers them to underprivileged children in Champaign County.

If you would like to participate you just need to buy a NEW toy, and drop it off, unwrapped, at our main leasing office (211 W. Springfield). From there, toys will be distributed through Lite Rock 97.5 to the Salvation Army.

For every new toy you bring in you can enter a name in our drawing for FREE RENT!

Happiness for the Holidays Card Campaign

Deadline December 12th

In light of the pandemic people in nursing homes, retirement facilities, and long-term care may not get to see family members or friends this holiday season.

Join us in helping Mix 94.5 spread some holiday cheer to the residents of local care facilities this season!

Buy a holiday card (or make your own) or have the kids color a cute holiday picture (free printable coloring pages) and drop it off at our main leasing office by December 12 for a chance to win a gift card to a local business!

First Place Winner - $50 gift card for the resident who submits the most cards/coloring pages.

Second Place Winner- $25 gift card for the resident who submits the most creative cards/coloring pages.

Royse + Brinkmeyer will deliver the cards to Mix 94.5 who will distribute them to residents in local care facilities just in time for the holidays!

Christmas Caroling

December 14th-17th

Look out for Santa's elves. It may be one, or two, or even three. You'll recognize them as staff of R+B. We'll be decked out in red and green, as we bring you our best caroling!

Here's when and where you can expect to see (and hear) us. Feel free to step outside your door, out on your balcony, or come to the nearest property to listen or even join in!

Monday, December 14th
We will be caroling at Prospect Pointe from 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Tuesday, December 15th
We will be caroling at Stonegate Village from 2:00pm-3:00pm.

Wednesday, December 16th
We will be caroling at Prairie Place and State Street from 11:00am-11:30am and Ginger Creek from 1:00pm-2:00pm.

Thursday, December 17th
We will be caroling at 520 Neil from 11:30am-12:00pm and at Westwood Village from 4:30pm-5:00pm.

We have the best residents and hope to bring a smile to your face during this holiday season!

Urban Farm Update!

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 17:57:24 GMT

Urban Farm Update!

Winter weather is quickly approaching and work on our Urban Farm project at 611 W. Healey is on hold until the spring, so we thought now would be the perfect time for a progress update!

In October we hosted a small group of resident volunteers to give us feedback on the direction of the farm so far. We put together these visuals to to give an idea of where the project is heading, and the University of Illinois Extension gave a talk on how to use the new compost bins!

The currently proposed layout includes 9 6’x9’ ground level plots and 4 raised 3’x15’ plots that would probably be split into 8 to accommodate 17 gardeners. The lot would also include a community gathering area, open to all residents, that includes a fire pit, tables and chairs, and a pergola. We also hope to include an outdoor kitchen space.

Residents agreed that this might create a privacy concern for the first floor residents at 609 W. Healey. So we included a vined trellace on the east side of the community area and their windows. Last month, we planted shrubs along the east side of the garden area, as you can see below.

We hope to begin construction on this project in the spring. We’re so excited to be able to bring this amenity to our residents. Anyone with feedback or questions (we love to hear them!) can comment on this post below!

Toys for Tots Toy Drive + Rent Raffle

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 18:31:45 GMT

Toys for Tots Toy Drive + Rent Raffle

Drop Off Dates
November 23rd - December 11th

Going Out Of Town?

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 18:40:11 GMT

Going Out of Town?

If you’re leaving town, there are a few things you need to do to ensure your home stays safe:

1. Tell Royse + Brinkmeyer

It may not seem necessary, but if you let us know you are leaving town, then we know to check on your unit for leaks, frozen pipes, or other potential issues while you’re away.

It’s easy! Simply complete a Notice of Absence form or give us a call. You can find the Notice of Absence form in your resident portal, under important links!

2. Set heat no lower than 60 degrees

It may be tempting to turn off the heat and save on your heating bill while you’re away, but this is extremely risky in cold weather. The plumbing in your building relies on the heat from your unit to keep from freezing. Frozen pipes are bad news for everyone involved! Another step you can take to prevent frozen pipes is to leave cabinets that contain plumbing open, this will allow warm air to circulate.

3. Leave faucets on a drip

Midwestern winters are no joke. Another way to keep your pipes safe is to leave your faucets on a slight drip to keep the water flowing.

4. Have a friend (or R+B@Home! ) Collect your mail

Nobody wants to come home to an overflowing mailbox (least of all your neighbors)! So have a friend stop by periodically to collect it for you.

You can also have R+B@Home pick up your mail for you! We’ll even set package deliveries inside your unit to keep everything safe and tidy. Learn more about R+B@Home Services here.

5. Have a friend (or R+B@Home ) Water your Plants

Don’t abandon the plants! Make sure you don’t come home to brown leaves by making sure your plants are visited regularly! R+B@Home can also help with this problem. We offer house and pet sitting services. You can rest assured knowing we’ll be taking care of all of your plants. And pleaaaaase let us pet sit. We can never get enough animal snuggles!!

6. Lock your Windows and Doors

This one may seem silly, but you would be surprised how often it gets missed. And please make sure your windows are closed and secured before you leave!

And finally, enjoy your trip! We’ll have things covered here!

Let's Compost!

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 18:55:55 GMT

Let's Compost!

If you live in our buildings near downtown, you may have seen our shiny new compost bin at 611 W. Healey! We are super excited to be able to offer this new amenity to residents. But what is composting and what do you need to do to participate?

What is Composting?

Composting is a method of or recycling organic matter (like leaves) and food scraps into a fertilizer that is beneficial for plants. It’s a great way to reduce your households’ impact on the environment by both reducing landfill waste and limiting methane gas!

It sounds complicated, but it is a fairly simple process of layering compostable kitchen scraps and grass clippings (greens) and organic matter such as dead leaves or pine needles (browns).

How Can I Compost?

Composting is a pretty simple process. Unless you live at 609 W. Healey you probably don’t want to have to run out to the bin every time you generate food scraps. You probably want to invest in a countertop compost bin, which can store a few days worth of scraps at a time without attracting bugs or smelling up your space.

Once you have that you can begin collecting scraps. Not every kitchen scrap is compostable. You’ll want to check out the infographic here to make sure you’re not including anything that won’t decay properly. Things like meat and dairy can cause a smell and attract pests.

Once you’ve got a few days worth of scraps saved up it’s time to take them to the bin! All you need to do is dump them in and make sure you add a layer of browns and greens to make sure everything decomposes properly. We recommend topping your kitchen scraps off with a handful of dead leaves or pine needles that can be found around the property, or even some of your recycling (just be careful that you don’t add anything that is not supposed to be in there.) You can see a list of some common browns and greens below:

Browns for the Compost Pile
Brown materials for composting include dry or woody plant material. In most cases, these materials are brown, or naturally turn brown:

Fall leaves
Pine needles
Twigs/chipped tree branches/bark
Sawdust
Paper (newspaper, writing/printing paper, paper plates and napkins, coffee filters)
Dryer lint
Cotton fabric
Corrugated cardboard (without any waxy/slick paper coatings)

Greens for the Compost Pile
Green materials for composting consist mostly of wet or recently growing materials. Green materials are usually green or come from plants that were green at some point. But this is not always the case.

Grass clippings
Coffee grounds/tea bags
Vegetable and fruit scraps
Trimmings from perennial and annual plants
Annual weeds that haven't set seed
Eggshells

The Ratio

Maintaining a proper ratio for the compost bin is what allows everything to decompose without causing a smell. If the bin begins to smell you should call or email Royse + Brinkmeyer so we can address the problem.

Generally, a ratio of three- or four-parts browns to one-part greens is great, but you do not need to be exact about it.

If we do not get a good mix of brown and green materials, the compost pile may not heat up, may take forever to breakdown, and may start stinking up the place. These issues can usually be remedied easily by tweaking the ratio.

If you find that your compost pile is not heating up, then you may need to add more green material to the compost. If you find that the compost pile is starting to smell, we may need to add more browns.

And that’s it!

In the end, decomposition happens. It is a natural process. Pile your compostables, turn them (or not), and in time, we will have compost. It really is that simple.

What is Urban Farming?

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 18:04:58 GMT

What is Urban Farming?

One of our most exciting projects right now is the creation of an urban farm in the empty lot next to 611 W. Healey St. with help from the University of Illinois’ Metropolitan Food Supply and Environmental Systems(MFST) program within the College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences(ACES) and The U of I Extension . The project is in the early design stages currently, but we thought now might be a good time to explain what an urban farm is and why we’re interested in building one!

What Is an Urban Farm?

An urban farm is any piece of land gardened by a group of people, using either individual or shared plots on private or public land. Urban farms may be found in neighborhoods, schools, connected to institutions such as hospitals, and on residential housing grounds. The idea is to provide space for farming and gardening in areas where access to those activities may be limited.

What Is the Purpose of an Urban Farm?

The purpose of an urban farm can vary greatly and is defined by the community members that the garden is meant to serve. The garden may provide a space otherwise unavailable to community members to grow food, flowers, and herbs. It may be used as a way to build or revitalize a sense of community among neighbors or reconnect with nature. Other goals of a community garden can include: educating youth and adults about growing food and associated food system topics (eg. nutrition, health); job and entrepreneurial training in the food sector; improving food access to fresh vegetables and fruits; or therapy gardens.

Why Are We Building an Urban Farm?

We would like to provide our residents the space, platform, and knowledge to grow their own food, flowers, or herbs at home as well as create a shared community space for people to come together and get to know one another.

We believe that your apartment is more than a temporary rental space – it’s your home. And we want to make living in that home, and being a part of our community, the best experience it can be. We know that one of the major pitfalls of apartment living is the lack of personal outdoor space to garden in, so we’re creating one!

We also want to help our residents feel more a part of our community. We believe this not only enhances your life but the community as a whole! This project allows us to engage residents and get them involved with local organizations like the University of Illinois and the U of I Extension in a unique and personal way.

In addition to all of the great benefits above this project also allows our residents to engage with a more environmentally sustainable lifestyle through composting and rain collection!

Why collaborate with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on this project?

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of ACES and the U of I Extension have the knowledge and skills necessary to help plan and implement the garden in as well as provide opportunities for residents to learn more about gardening, composting, and more! We hope to have them doing regular demonstrations and seminars on site once the space is built.

If you want to get a glimpse at this process you can check out the College of ACES webinar series on community gardening , or explore the U of I Extension website for tons of resources on horticulture, energy & environment , and local foods , as well as resources for getting your kids involved!

How to Keep Your Package Secure and Save Time with R+B@Home

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 19:16:50 GMT

How to Keep Your Package Secure and Save Time with R+B@Home

Online shopping is the best. You don't have to get dressed; you don't even have to get up! But then you have to worry about your package. Is your expensive purchase going to have to sit out all day while you’re stuck at work?

We can make this process much simpler for you through our Parcel Alert Service and R+B@Home Package Delivery!

Here are the details:

1. Use Parcel Alert to pick up packages at your leisure, for free

Ship your packages to yourself, using the Royse + Brinkmeyer address indicated on the address grid below*

When your package arrives you will receive an email alert, and you can pick it up at your leasing office at your convenience, completely free.

*All packages must be under 80 lbs. Packages not picked up within two weeks will be returned to sender

2. Use our R+B@Home Package Delivery Service, and we’ll do the work for you.

If you don’t have time to make an extra trip, our R+B@Home staff will deliver your package right to you for as little as $5. Not home? No worries! R+B@Home staff can set your package just inside your door. Completely secure with no extra hassle!

How to Schedule A Package Delivery

Ship your package as instructed for Parcel Alert Service
Request Package Delivery Service from R+B@Home . There are a few ways to do this:

Email us @ service@roysebrinkmeyer.com
Call the main leasing office and request a package delivery
Log in to your resident portal, click “Resident Services”, and then select “Secure Package Delivery” from the drop-down menu

And that’s it! Now all you have to do is sit back, relax, and wait for us to bring your package to you!

Use this Address Grid To Make Sure you Ship to the Correct Address

If you need a reminder of which leasing office is associated with your property, or what the address is, check this handy list!

If You Live Here:

Anthony Drive
Springfield Avenue
White Street
Healey Street
Elm Street
Clark Street
Prairie Street
State Street
Green Street

Ship Here:

YOUR NAME
211 W. Springfield Avenue
Champaign, IL 61820

If You Live Here:

Ginger Creek
Westwood Village

Crowwood Pointe

Ship Here:

YOUR NAME
404 Ginger Bend Drive
Champaign, IL 61822

If You Live Here:

Prospect Pointe
Hartwell Drive/Court

Misty Cove

Ship Here:

YOUR NAME

401 W. Curtis Rd. #9-101

Savoy, IL 61874

If You Live Here:

Stonegate Village

Ship Here:

YOUR NAME
2503 W. Springfield Avenue Suite B-2
Champaign, IL 61821

What is R+B@Home? We would LOVE to tell you more!

R+B@Home is our new service designed to make your life easier. Think of it as your own personal assistant. You can learn more about the service here.

What is Composting?

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 15:16:57 GMT

What is Composting?

We are building a composting center in the empty lot at 611 W. Healey, so we thought we should share some information about composting. We are newbies to this process, as are many of our residents, so we got some help from the University of Illinois Extension Office . Thanks to Amy DeLorenzo, Extension Educator for providing the information below and Maggie Furr for creating our infographic!

What is compost?

Compost is organic material (typically food scraps and green waste like grass clippings, leaves, sticks, etc.) that is used as a soil amendment. It can be made from material you already have on hand, especially kitchen scraps. It is an alternative to traditional soil amendments like fertilizer and is safe to use on both edible and non-edible plants.

Why is composting so important?

Typically, food and other natural materials that are thrown in garbage cans and landfills get mixed up with other garbage such as plastic, metal, etc. and do not break down effectively. This decomposing material releases methane gas, which is 30x more powerful than carbon dioxide in contributing to climate change. When you compost the material instead you transform it into a valuable resource instead of waste.

How do I compost?

There are many ways to participate in composting, and some are more suitable than others depending on your living situation:

If you live in a small space without access to and outdoor area, you may wish to participate in a compost collection service, in which people pick up food and yard scraps from your home. Inquire at your municipality to see if this is an option.
If you live in a small space and have house plants you would like to fertilize with compost a small worm bin or vermicomposting may be right for you.
If you have backyard space and wish to build a compost bin or compost pile, there are options for that as well.
Soon, If you are a Royse + Brinkmeyer resident who lives near 611 W. Healey you can add your compostable materials to the compost bin there! The bin is currently being built and should be ready for use in early fall.

What exactly is “compostable material”?

There are lots of commonly used household items that can be composted. For a detailed guide on what can and cannot be composted check out the infographic created by UIUC student, Maggie Furr, below.

Further Resources

If you are composting in Illinois, a good resource to check out is the Illinois Food Scrap Coalition . This website will assist you in finding services, answer frequent questions about compost, and provide a community of support if you wish to know more

Royse + Brinkmeyer News

Royse + Brinkmeyer Launches Lease-Up for The Pilot

Backed by PNC Bank, the Pilot Expands Missing Middle Housing Options

Toys for Tots Toy Drive + Rent Raffle

Toys for Tots Toy Drive + Rent Raffle

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Maximize Your Space!

Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon THIS WEEKEND

Where are All of our Runners?!

How to Enter:

R+B Welcomes The Inman!

We're so excited to welcome The Inman into the Royse + Brinkmeyer family

Happy Pride Month

Happy Pride Month!

Sign a Lease at Stonegate Village + Get Free Laundry

Sign A Lease at Stonegate Village + Get Free Laundry

2022 Healey Gardens

2022 Healey Gardens

Winter Coat Drive

Winter Coat Drive

Warm Your Neighbors

Are You or a Member of Your Family in Need of a Coat?

Holiday Clean Up Week

Holiday Clean Up Week

Pricing (includes pick-up and disposal)

Pickup Schedule

'Tis the Season to Help Our Community

'Tis the Season to Help Our Community

Why Our Residents are THE BEST

Our Rent Credits Fundraiser is Back

One Winter Night

How You Can Help

Our Interview with C-U at Home

That's A Lot of Toys!

That's A Lot of Toys!

R+B@Home Open House - This Saturday!

R+B@Home Open House - This Saturday!

How to Make Moving Out a Breeze

How to Make Moving Out a Breeze

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Spring Cleaning Week

Spring Cleaning Week

Garden Planning Workshop

Garden Planning Workshop!

Renewal Season Is Here!

Renewal Season is Here!

What to Expect

How to Renew Online

Help for the Holidays

Help for the Holidays

THIS JUST IN: Santa's Elves are Overloaded this Year

Thank you!

Thank you!

Growing Herbs Indoors Part 2: Recipes

Growing Herbs Indoors Part 2: Recipes

Growing Herbs Indoors over Winter

Growing Herbs Indoors over Winter

Supplies

Starting your Seeds: The Egg Carton Method

What are the easiest Herbs to grow?

How to Harvest Herbs

More Resources

Holiday Reminders

Holiday Reminders!

Rent Credit/Matched C-U at Home Donation

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Toys for Tots Toy Drive

Happiness for the Holidays Card Campaign

Christmas Caroling

Urban Farm Update!

Urban Farm Update!

Toys for Tots Toy Drive + Rent Raffle

Toys for Tots Toy Drive + Rent Raffle

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Going Out Of Town?

Going Out of Town?

1. Tell Royse + Brinkmeyer

2. Set heat no lower than 60 degrees

3. Leave faucets on a drip

4. Have a friend (or R+B@Home! ) Collect your mail