Illinois awards $41 million for water and sewer infrastructure upgrades

(UI) — Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced $41 million in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) for Public Infrastructure. The grants will support critical repairs to water, sewer, and drainage systems in 32 communities, benefiting 52,000 residents across Illinois.

"Every community in Illinois deserves access to clean drinking water," said Governor Pritzker. "These projects, supported by our federal partners, will upgrade water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure, benefiting residents' health and wellness for years to come."

Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton emphasized the importance of reliable infrastructure, saying, "These grants will bring vital upgrades to communities, especially those lacking basic infrastructure. By investing in modern utilities, we enhance quality of life for all Illinois residents."

DCEO Director Kristin Richards added, "The CDBG Grant Program ensures families across Illinois have access to high-quality sewer and water infrastructure, improving their quality of life. This funding will support critical repairs and have a lasting impact on our communities."

The grants will fund projects such as storm sewer pipe construction, waterline replacements, and water storage tank construction. Local governments are receiving grants of up to $1.5 million, with an average grant size of $1.2 million. Priority was given to projects in underserved areas, opportunity zones, and those proposing non-state matching funds.

Grant Recipients

• City of Abingdon: $1,500,000
• City of Arcola: $1,320,000
• Village of Beecher City: $1,500,000
• City of Bushnell: $1,499,999
• City of Cairo: $1,490,400
• City of Canton: $1,499,957
• City of Carmi: $587,657
• City of Centralia: $883,702
• Village of Cobden: $701,325
• Village of Findlay: $1,500,000
• City of Golconda: $723,100
• Village of Granville: $1,447,149
• Village of Hutsonville: $787,000
• Village of Illiopolis: $1,500,000
• Village of Irving: $1,500,000
• Village of Kansas: $1,310,000
• Village of Lisbon: $919,109
• City of Litchfield: $1,499,999
• Village of Malden: $1,345,056
• Town of Mason: $1,330,880
• Village of Montrose: $1,500,000
• Village of Noble: $829,000
• Village of Norris City: $1,498,905
• City of Oakland: $1,500,000
• City of Ottawa: $1,247,792
• City of Pana: $1,500,000
• City of Sparta: $1,500,000
• City of Sullivan: $650,000
• Village of Thayer: $1,491,870
• Village of Tiskilwa: $1,499,250
• City of Toulon: $1,385,000
• Village of Waggoner: $1,500,000

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin praised the grants, stating, "Community Development Block Grants help stabilize neighborhoods and empower families with opportunities to flourish. I'm encouraged to see $41 million awarded to improve water infrastructure in Illinois communities."

U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth added, "Every Illinoisan deserves access to safe, reliable water. These grants help communities invest in, repair, and update their water and wastewater systems. I'll continue to advocate for the resources needed to make these improvements."

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the CDBG program, which has invested in infrastructure, public facilities, economic development, and housing to help the most vulnerable citizens. Over the past seven years, nearly $165 million has been awarded to over 230 communities to ensure access to high-quality water and sewer infrastructure.

The CDBG Program, established by the U.S. Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, provides funds for non-metropolitan communities that do not receive CDBG entitlement funding from HUD. All funds benefit communities with 51 percent or more low-to-moderate income residences.

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