Welcome to Red Bud
Where Small Town Traditions Meet Progress and Opportunity
Located in the northwest section of Randolph County, Illinois, the city of Red Bud is just a short commute from metropolitan St. Louis and roughly six miles from the Kaskaskia River, a tributary of the Mississippi River and a main thoroughfare for both industry and recreation.
Three state highways - Illinois routes 3, 154 and 159 - converge at the city’s four way stop. Two airports - MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in Mascoutah, Ill., and St. Louis Lambert International Airport in St. Louis, Mo., - are less than an hour from the city center. Thanks to Red Bud’s easy access to transportation by land, water and air, the thriving city is a top tier location for manufacturers and industry.
For residents, Red Bud is a welcoming community steeped in small town values and traditions. Visit one of Blossom City’s shops or restaurants to discover the friendly charm of our town!
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lower than Illinois state averageProgress & Industry
Red Bud is entering a transformative phase with the continued development of the Red Bud Business Park — a major economic initiative designed to attract new businesses and strengthen the local job market.
Phase 1 of infrastructure development is now complete, delivering prime highway frontage and shovel-ready lots available for immediate sale and development. This milestone marks a significant step forward in positioning Red Bud as a competitive destination for business growth.
The Business Park will feature 17 fully serviced lots ranging from one to four acres, equipped with city-provided utilities including electric, water, sewer, and natural gas, along with access to high-speed fiber internet.
This strategic investment reflects the City’s commitment to creating a business-friendly environment and supporting long-term economic vitality.
In addition to the Business Park, the City of Red Bud also has several competitive Economic Development Incentive Programs for qualified applicants. Programs include:
Loan Programs
Sales Tax Rebate Incentive Programs
Enterprise Zone
Property Tax Abatement Program
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Notice of Job Opening
The City of Red Bud has an opening for a full-time employee as a Laborer in the Utility Department. Duties may include but are not limited to chipping brush, operating street sweeper, assisting in the electric, gas, sewer, water and street departments, reading meters, and power plant operation and maintenance. Job skills may include operating tractors, backhoes, trenchers, welding, concrete finishing, routine carpentry, and plumbing functions.
The City offers a very competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, vacation, sick leave, and pension. The starting salary for this position will be $23.15 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
A Valid driver’s license, physical, drug screen, and background check are required.
Applications for this position must be completed on forms furnished by the City. Applications can be picked up at Red Bud City Hall, 200 East Market Street, Red Bud, IL 62278 between the hours of 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday or can be found on the city website at www.cityofredbud.org. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. Friday September 4, 2026.
The City of Red Bud is an equal opportunity employer.
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As a reminder, you can view your utility bill balance 24/7 through Our Community Connect at redbudil.ourcommunityconnect.com/. No matter your payment preference, you always have access to your account balance through Red Bud's online utility portal. All you need is your account number and an email address. You can find your account number on last month's bill or simply call City at 618-282-2315. We know you have a busy schedule, so utilize Our Community Connect to make utility payment is one less thing you need to worry about.
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Reminder regarding the IDOT meeting on from 4 pm to 7 pm Thursday, August 20 regarding the Southwest IL Connector -
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