The Village of Southern View is going to be able to update playground equipment thanks to over $280 thousand in Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grant money. “With this funding, we will be able to make much-needed updates to the playground equipment that has been falling apart for years,” said Village of Southern View
(WAND) - The Village of Southern View and Macon County Conservation District were awarded over $880,000 to help acquire land and develop recreational opportunities.
The Illinois Legislature reconvened on February 6, with committees beginning the process of reviewing the numerous bills filed for the 2024 session. Among the pressing issues that will be addressed this year is the influx of individuals into communities who are unable to care for themselves, placing strain on the existing residents of Illinois. Senator Lewis, a member of the Senate Appropriations Health & Human Services Committee, expressed concern about the lack of increased budget allocation for this area. He fears that funds may be diverted away from those who have long.
The Huntley Park District has received a $509,000 state grant to fund renovation to Weiss Park that will include a new playground, a zip line feature, paved walking paths, skate park amenities and a b.
State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) has announced that close to $5 million in Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants are coming to communities in the 24th District.“I was pleased to see that communities in the 24th District received a large share of the total grant funds this year,” said Lewis. “The funds will go far in assisting with some very welcomed recreational projects for those living in this region.”The OSLAD program, established by the Illinois General Assembly in 1986, is a cost-sharing program between state and local governments that.