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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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 for Ratz Park: The bathrooms near pavilion 1 (by the parking lot) are temporarily closed for repairs. Instead, please use the bathrooms near the splash pad.
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The City of Red Bud was recognized by the Illinois Municipal Utilities Association (IMUA) for receiving and American Public Power Association (APPA) Diamond Award in the national electric utilities trade association's "Safety Awards of Excellence" competition.
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🗓️ The Red Bud Utility Plant and City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day.
🆘 If you have a gas emergency or power outage, please call 618-282-3339 and follow the prompts for our 24/7 on call service.
💡Utility payments can be dropped off at the drop box, located at the south end of the parking lot or made through one of our online options at our website: cityofredbud.org/pay-utilities/
🚓 Police dispatch can be reached any time at 618-282-2363.
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