Committee recommends approval of the Application and Award Acceptance of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity State Designated Cultural Districts Grant Award in the amount of $200,000.00. The grant does not require a cost match. The grant term is from May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2028. The grant award, if accepted, will provide funds used to develop district identity and branding, support new and existing businesses, and promote visitor attraction.

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Amount

$200K

Runs until

April 30, 2028 2 years away date quoted from the award document

Type

award

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Committee

Finance and Personnel Committee

Introduced

August 5, 2026

On agenda

August 10, 2026

Passed

August 17, 2026

Enacted

August 17, 2026

Enactment no.

2026-206-R

Where it was heard

City Council Aug 17, 2026 Adopted Pass Finance and Personnel Committee Aug 10, 2026

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