Special Programs Assistance Conferences scheduled in The Village of Hillside
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting 18 workshops throughout the state to help local governments and communities learn about and apply for funding opportunities. The Special Programs Assistance Conferences are designed to help potential grantees take part in the department’s Economic Development Program, Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program and Safe Routes to School Program.
“Thanks to Gov. Pritzker’s Rebuild Illinois capital program, there is more opportunity than ever for our local partners to work with us to accomplish projects that improve mobility, safety and quality of life in their communities,” said Acting Illinois Transportation Secretary Gia Biagi. “These workshops are a one-stop shop to learn about some of our more popular programs, as well as to get help tapping into the tools and resources that can make a positive impact in cities, towns and neighborhoods across Illinois.”
The event is geared to help local stakeholders understand competitive funding programs offered by IDOT, identify projects they can submit for consideration and provide instruction on how to craft applications.
The conference will take place over two days led by IDOT staff, with group presentations the morning of the first day, followed by one-on-one appointments and networking opportunities the afternoon of the first day and all of the second day. The event will be held on the following dates and locations:
June 10-11: Hillside Village Hall, 425 Hillside Ave., Hillside
Registration information and times for each session are available here.
For more information on the funding opportunities available, visit the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program, Safe Routes to School Program and Economic Development Program pages on idot.illinois.gov.