| Alexander County |
| Resource Fair |
Approx. 400 Thebes residents attended |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| YouthSpeak |
Approx 30 Cairo youth attended |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Truancy / Teen Drop-out |
DHS / Local Office and the Cairo School District Truancy Officer conducted three 12-03 meetings addressing truancy issue. Result - school attendance has increased Will continue to monitor - Issue of asthmas and Mental
Health for children |
IDHS
School District |
Complete |
| Tire Shredding |
4,100 tires shredded - Resource Fair. |
EPA |
Complete |
| Teen Pregnancy / Single Mothers |
Raised Awareness |
IDHS
IDCFS
United Front
Cairo Community Advisory Committee |
Complete |
| School Supplies |
1,000 backpacks / school supplies distributed |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Resource Fair |
Approx 600 residents attended |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| "Front Door" Partnership |
Cairo Christian Center received $9,850 in emergency Front Door monies |
IDHS
Faith-Based Office |
Complete |
| Resource Fair |
Approximately 70 East Cape Girardeau residents attended one day Resource Fair, # TBD |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| Grant Writing |
King & Associate to conduct Grant-writing workshop |
IDHS
IIRA |
Complete |
| Public Transportation |
SMART Transportation public transportation provider. Approved for the Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC) grant funding ($125,000). Funding source is federal. |
IDOT |
Complete |
| New Playground |
St. Mary's Park Constructed |
IDHS
KaBOOM! |
Complete |
| Leadership Development Committees |
Group of local leaders, DHS reps, faith-based and community providers established in Alexander County. |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| Job Fair |
TI Partner with Shawnee Community College |
IDES
SCC
City of Cairo Alexander County |
Complete |
| Summer Youth Program |
Delta center received $10,000.00 for College Tours for the Alexander County |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Grandparents Raising / Grandchildren |
$5,000 in grants funding to meet emergent needs of relatives raising children with the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) service area, i.e., clothing, food and legal aid. |
IDoA |
Complete |
| Emergency Assistance Funding |
City was approved for backup power generator - funding came from SIDEZ |
FEMA
Cairo City Alexander County |
Complete |
| CH&ESB Funding Advance |
DPA approved reallocation loan for 5-yr funding advance to the Community Health and Emergency Services Board to continue County community health center. |
IDPA |
Complete |
| Resource Fair |
Approximately 70 Sandusky & Tamms residents attended one-day Resource Fair. # TBD |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| Cairo Hospital |
During the inspection, Illinois EPA observed what appeared to be old medical records covered with asbestos, as well as other medical items of concern. The Illinois Department of Public Health was notified and is working
with state agencies. Remediation of the Cairo Southern Medical Center has begun the USEPA estimated $1.9 millions project. |
EPA
City of Cairo
Local Attorney General Office |
Complete |
| United Front Proposal |
Request for computer lab (10 computers) was received on 2 / 20 / 05 |
IDHS
DCEO |
Complete |
| Historical Sites |
Historical Sites Preservation |
HIS
City of Cairo |
Open |
| EPA Compliance |
Flood Insurance qualification |
EPA |
Complete |
| Community Youth Center |
Delta has purchased a gym with the purpose of providing community youth center for children in Cairo and surrounding community |
IDHS
DCEO
City of Thebes
Art Council |
Complete |
| After-School Programs |
Delta center received $10,000.00 for College Tours for the Alexander County |
IDNR
DCEO
IDHS
IIRA
E. Cape Girardeau |
Complete |
| Water Line / Sewers Extension |
Expand Sewers Line throughout Alexander County |
EPA
DCEO
City of Cairo Alexander County |
Open |
| Tourism & Marketing |
To develop a comprehensive plan for Alexander County concerning Tourism and Marketing |
DCEO
IDNR
Alexander County |
Open |
| Computer Lab |
Thirty two computers was distributed to several Alexander communities and non-for-profit agencies |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Downtown Asbestos Cleanup |
City of Cairo has done assessment concerning the cost of removing abandoned buildings |
EPA
City of Cairo |
Ongoing |
| Faith-Based Technical Assistance |
Conducted faith-based seminar on Community Development |
IDHS
Faith-Based |
Complete |
| Pavilion / Park Center |
New Park in Thebes (KaBOOM!!) schedule for construction in Spring of 2007 - $75,000.00 |
KaBOOM
IDHS
City of Thebes Alexander County |
Complete |
| Asbestos cleanup -Thebes High School Based on the human health threat from exposure posed by the dilapidated, asbestos- |
Il EPA agreed to fund Asbestos cleanup Corrective Action: Using Federal and State Funding The Illinois EPA has confirmed the presence of various asbestos-containing materials within the building through laboratory
analysis. EPA demolition Thebes High School at a cost of $440,000.00 |
EPA / DHS |
Complete |
| Infrastructure Cairo High |
Renovation-west side of bldg,new computers. |
U.S. Dept. of Ed / Local School Board |
Complete |
| "Front Door" Partnership |
United Front received $5,000 in emergency Front Door monies |
DHS / Faith-Based Office |
Complete |
| Road Repair / Pump Replacement- Cairo |
New Pump Construction |
EPA, DCEO, City of Cairo |
Ongoing |
| Fort Defiance Park Project |
IDOT has approved $623,170.00 for the first phase of develop of the Fort Defiance Park |
IDOT / City of Cairo / SUIC |
Complete |
| Computers for Cairo High School |
ISBE installed 23 PCS at Cairo High School |
ISBE / Sec. of State / DHS |
Complete |
| Delta Center received $50,000.00 for the Gear-Up |
County-wide educational program |
IDHS |
Complete |
| East Aurora |
| Youth Employment (particularly 2nd shift) |
North IETC hosted the 8th Summer Job Connection (2004) for youth on April 26th and May 7th. |
IDES
IDHS
Valley Ed. to Careers Partnership
KCDEE
Waubonsee Community College Youth Entrepreneurship |
Complete |
| Park Redevelopment Project |
East Aurora received a $374,000 grant for the redevelopment of Solfisburg Park. Administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the grant allows for various improvements to the park, including a new restroom
building with a concession area |
IDNR |
Complete |
| Increased Bilingual Workforce |
IDHS held a recruitment seminar to provide employment opportunities for Spanish-speaking option positions. Seminar was held at IETC on June 2, 2004. 40 people applied; 23 were Spanish Speaking. Local DHS office hired 5
bi-lingual staff (September 16,2004). |
IDHS
OLHR |
Complete |
| Increase in African-American Social Service Providers |
Illinois Coalition for Community Services provides social services for the African American community. |
|
Complete |
| Health Insurance for Children |
Kidcare is at its highest level to meet the needs of children. Aurora now has 11 Kidcare Application Agents (KCAA) that are responsible for enrolling children and parents into the program. FY05 budget increases the
eligibility of FamilyCare enrollment. |
IDPA |
Complete |
| Community Resources |
36 providers participated in"It's All About Our Services". |
PACE
IETC
IDHS
Committee: City of Aurora Neighborhood Redevelopment
Ald. Scheketa Hart-Burns,
Waubonsee Community College |
Complete |
| Employment & Training Satellite Office |
CMS has reviewed and approved draft lease agreement. Final stages of construction are in progress. Grand opening day is yet to be determined. (Update) A very successful Grand Opening occurred on July 20, 2005, at 501
College Ave. |
IDHS
IDES
SER
City of Aurora
Kane County of Employment and Education
Waubonsee Community College Division of Rehabilitation Services |
Complete |
| After-School Alternatives to Crime & Violence |
-Illinois Coalition for Community Services (ICCS) provides after-school programs for at-risk youth. -Family Focus has a CrossRoads Program that involves parents / child activities to reinforce parental involvement. -
God's Gym obtained a transit vehicle thro |
IDHS
ICCS
IDOT
Family Focus
God's Gym
Youth Struggling for Survival |
Complete |
| Skills Match Program |
Available on Internet at www.illinoisskillsmatch.com and at North Aurora IETC. |
IDES |
Complete |
| Youth Self-Esteem Training |
Met with the Illinois Coalition for Community Services (ICCS). They have a youth-initiatives site in the Forest Ridge Housing Development in East Aurora. They provide after-school programs and self-esteem / awareness
programs. |
IDHS
ICCS |
Complete |
| Workforce Development / Youth Career Training |
The Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity awarded East Aurora High a $146,000 high-tech, school-to-work grant. This program offers an intensive curriculum to East Aurora high school students each semester in
principles of engineering and technology |
DCEO |
Complete |
| Technical Assistance to Childcare Providers (billing, client information, parenting, licensing) |
CCR&R distributed a newsletter to childcare providers which included a"certificate checklist" for parents and providers participating in the Child Care Program (childcare subsidies) so that paperwork can be completed
correctly and payments processed timely |
IDHS
CCR&R |
Complete |
| Technical Assistance Related to Quicker Childcare Payouts / Reimbursement |
Initial determination was made by CCR&R, which concluded that the submission of incomplete or erroneous paperwork by participants was a problem. As a result, we have asked the CCR&R to focus on additional
technical assistance for providers and parents part |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Technical Assistance Related to Increases in the Amount of Childcare Providers |
IDHS Bureau of Child Care stated that CCR&R staff is willing to provide technical assistance and to work with East Aurora on strategies to increase the number of providers in the area. Also, the Treasurer's Office has
conducted small business seminars |
IDHS
DCFS |
Complete |
| Technical Assistance for Transportation Grants |
The Illinois Department of Transportation has provided technical assistance to God's Gym (an East Aurora provider) to provide much needed transportation to youth participating in after-school activities and programs. |
IDOT |
Complete |
| Technical Assistance for Grant Writing, Training, Accessibility & Capacity Building |
Grant writing workshops were established with Linda Chapa-LaVia's office. Advance grant writing workshop held at Aurora Community Center. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Substance Abuse Programs |
A substance abuse roundtable has been organized by the City of Aurora consisting of 27 Aurora agencies. Meetings are held monthly. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Youth Speak Talk Show |
Approximately 60 East Aurora youth were in attendance. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Lack of Elementary School Teachers |
To be reviewed by membership for consolidation into education initiative |
ISBE
City of Aurora |
Ongoing |
| Support Services for the Homeless |
To be reviewed by membership for consolidation into education initiative |
Homeless Services DCEO
IHDA |
Ongoing |
| Teacher Enhancement Program |
To be reviewed by membership for consolidation into education initiative |
ISBE
City of Aurora school district |
Ongoing |
| Spanish-Speaking Forum |
To be reviewed by membership for clarity |
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Pre-School Counseling for Children with Behavioral Problems (Focus on Grades 1-3) |
To be reviewed by membership for consolidation into education initiative |
|
Ongoing |
| Parent Liaisons in Schools |
To be reviewed by membership for consolidation into education initiative |
ISBE |
Ongoing |
| Mortgage / Homeownership Training |
Joseph Corp. provides free homeownership training. Individuals who complete training are eligible for affordable rehab homes. |
IHDA
City of Aurora
Joseph Corporation |
Ongoing |
| Mental Health Programs |
To be reviewed by membership for determination of follow up |
IDHS
DMH
City of Aurora |
Ongoing |
| Adult Daycare Funding for Seniors |
To be reviewed by membership for determination of follow up |
IDOA
City Of Aurora |
Ongoing |
| Lack of School District Transportation for Students |
To be reviewed by membership for consolidation into education initiative |
ISBE
City of Aurora- School District |
Ongoing |
| Bilingual Teachers |
To be reviewed by membership for consolidation into education initiative |
ISBE
City of Aurora school district |
Ongoing |
| Holistic Healthcare Approach for Medicare / Aid Recipients |
Need clarification of issue. |
IDHS
IDPA |
Ongoing |
| Healthcare Clinic |
To be reviewed by membership for determination of follow up |
IDPH/ CH&P |
Ongoing |
| Extension of Service Hours for Public Transportation |
To be reviewed by membership for determination of follow up |
IDOT
DCEO
City of Aurora
PACE |
Ongoing |
| Early Literacy Programs |
To be reviewed by membership for consolidation into education initiative |
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Driver's License / Insurance Accessibility for Undocumented Residents |
Pending passage of state / federal legislation |
ISOS
IDoI
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| College & Financial Aid Accessibility for Undocumented Residents |
To be reviewed by membership for consolidation into education initiative |
Waubonsee Community College ISBE
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Business Development Start-Up Capital |
To be reviewed by membership for determination of follow up |
DCEO
Waubonsee Community College City of Aurora |
Ongoing |
| Teen Reach Program |
Expected Outcome: Teen Reach Grant awarded to community-based organization in 2005. |
IDHS / CH&P |
Ongoing |
| Medicaid Acceptance by Local Physicians |
Issued narrowed down to a continued belief that exists for specialized care in certain areas. There is a lack of specialized care in all areas not just Aurora. |
IDPA |
Ongoing |
| Increase Childcare Subsidy for Teen Mothers |
Teen mothers who attend school are eligible for the same benefits of the Child Care Program as adult parents who qualify. Any increases in reimbursement rates would require legislative action. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Domestic Violence Victim Services |
DHS Inspector General's Office investigates allegations of abuse and neglect towards physically or mentally disabled adults. Mutual Ground (DV CBO) provides shelter, employment and training, and counseling services for
women and children in East Aurora. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Entry Level Job Training |
Available at North Aurora IETC and Quad County Urban League. |
IETC |
Complete |
| Expansion of Health Services |
A $12,000 WIC grant was awarded to the Kane County Health Dept. for increased WIC services. |
IDPH |
Complete |
| Faith-Based Family Nurturing & Training Program |
DHS Faith-Based Liaison is partnering with Kane County Health Dept. to provide health awareness information for churches as well as provide funding opportunities with federal, state, and city agencies. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Gang Prevention & Intervention |
Aurora Mayor has started a program called"Aurora Cares" that is a response to youth gang violence, which involves clergy and police. Funding is provided by the city. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| GED Classes |
GED classes are being offered at the following Eastside schools: Johnson School, East Aurora High, Gates Elementary, and Rollins Elementary. (Sixty percent of those 25 years and older in NRSA Area have less than a 9th
grade education. |
Waubonsee Community College IDES |
Complete |
| Heath Insurance for Immigrants |
IDHS currently funds five suburban health clinics to support primary care for the uninsured. |
IDoI
IDHS |
Complete |
| Development of Local Leadership Follow-Up Committees |
An East Aurora Local Steering Committee meets monthly to move the matrix items along. They invite local and state agencies to the table to discuss potential resources. |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| Implementation of Youth & Adult Entrepreneurship Program |
A two-month pilot program was implemented in East Aurora. The program is designed to develop basic entrepreneurial skills, create comprehensive business plans, and build upon the existing entrepreneurial assets of the
community. The focus of the program |
IDHS |
Complete |
| New Playground Construction |
TEAM Illinois, along with approximately 150 volunteers, built a new playground at Harbor Village in East Aurora. KaBOOM! a national non-profit organization, designed the playground with help from Aurora kids. The
organization also coordinated the acquisition |
IDHS
KaBOOM |
Complete |
| Increase Childcare Subsidy Reimbursement Amount |
Any increases in reimbursement rates would require legislative action. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Lead Testing in Older Housing Stock |
Kane County Health Dept. is testing and clearing in the NRSA Area; Community Contact does the removal. Two grants are currently in effect and are being used to go neighborhood by neighborhood. Shy of $1 million toward
lead reduction. |
- IDPH
- EPA
- Community Contacts |
Complete |
| Legal Services for Immigrants |
At the Aurora Resource Fair, three attorneys who specialize in immigrant eligibility and advocacy issues offered workshops and technical assistance. They are following up with residents as needed. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Life Skills Training for Teen Parents |
DHS Div. Of Comm. Health and Prevention has increased funding to Kane County Health Department Teen Parent Services program in FY04. Pending state budget approval, funds will also be increased in FY05. |
IDHS/ CH&P |
Complete |
| New Front Door Partnership |
New Front Door Partnership ($5,000 grant) established with Sacred Heart Catholic Church in East Aurora to help prevent residents from returning to TANF and to enhance their self-sufficiency. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Senior Citizen Support Service Enhancement (Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program) |
The Northeastern Illinois Area Agency on Aging obtained a grant for $2,000 to build awareness of the GRG Program and to provide"gap" filling assistance to families in East Aurora. |
IDoA |
Complete |
| Opportunities / Training for Career Development and Advancement |
"Bridging the Gap" Education to Career Program. Program starts at the high school level. Not limited by income, attendance, grades, etc. While in high school, students get college credit. Currently offered at East Aurora
High. Two components - education a |
IDES
Waubonsee Community College
City of Aurora |
Complete |
| Affordable Housing |
To be reviewed by membership for determination of follow up |
IHDA
Joseph Corporation, Aurora Housing Authority |
Ongoing |
| Illinois Skills Match Registrations & Job Search Workshops |
Forty-four Illinois Skills Match Registrations and two job search workshops were conducted. |
IDES |
Complete |
| Citizen Sponsorship Initiative |
The Bureau of Immigrant and Refugee Services has awarded an additional $35,000 to Family Focus for increased citizenship application services. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Apprenticeship Program for Youth (YouthBuild) |
"AuroraBuild" partners are: Waubonsee Community College and IETC. Training location is Quad County Urban League; 9-month program for ages 16-24. Program is for high-school dropouts who want to get into a trading program.
They are being trained in basic ca |
IETC
Waubonsee Community College City of Aurora |
Complete |
| Affordable Childcare Programs (Adjustment of Current Eligibility Guidelines for Childcare Assistance |
Effective 09 / 01 / 03, income eligibility limits for the DHS Child Care Program (childcare subsidies) were increased to reflect 50% of the state median income for 2003. The new legislation allows for eligibility limits
to increase annually with the State's m |
IDHS / CCR&R |
Complete |
| Advocacy Group for the Undocumented Population |
The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights is very active on advocacy issues. They provide technical assistance, as needed, to this population. |
IDHS
ICIRR |
Complete |
| Adult Education for Immigrants |
The Bureau of Immigrant and Refugee Services has awarded an additional $35,000 to Family Focus for increased English as a Second Language (ESL) classes as well as Civic & History Instruction. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Adelante Aurora Two-Day Resource Fair |
Approximately 600 Aurora residents attended the two-day fair. 97 car seat safety checks; distribution of 59 new car seats; 100 applicants for subsidized childcare; 75 applicants for cash, medical & food stamps; 89
glucose screenings; 70 blood pressure |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| Prostitution Intervention Strategy |
Met with RITA'S Ministry (Returning Inmates to American Society). They have an existing prostitution prevention program. |
IDHS/ CH&P |
Complete |
| Citizenship Classes |
The Bureau of Immigrant and Refugee Services has awarded an additional $35,000 to Family Focus for increased citizenship application services. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Re-Entry Program / Network for Ex-Offenders |
Met with RITA'S Ministry (Returning Inmates to American Society). They have an existing program. |
IDHS
IDOC |
Complete |
| Englewood |
| Reentry Network-Strategy 9 Initiate services to special-needs populations to address critical issues. |
Work has been going on for a proposal for the Englewood community with"Weed and Seed" the planning for this initiative has brought together a large diverse group of practitioners from CPS, Chicago Police, City of
Chicago, Ceasefire, Exodus Renewal Society |
IDOC
Teamwork Englewood & Goodwill Industries |
Ongoing |
| Mental Health- Strategy 7.2 Develop mental health clinics and family counseling services at elementary and middle schools and make more use of student teachers and mental-health and social work graduate students. |
Brenda Hampton asked CMHC to revisit their proposal and possibly create a plan B that would be a scaled down version of their original proposal but would have lower cost and impact. We are working with the Dept. of
Mental Health on creating a Parent Advocate |
IDHS
IMH
Community Mental Health Council |
Ongoing |
| Nutrition-Strategy 5., 3,4 Promote good nutrition, healthy food options, farmers markets, produce stands fresh fruits and vegetables. |
Mary Catle-Enyard met with Orrin Williams to get information on the healthy foods options in Englewood Mr. Williams heads up the strategy from the community side. Mary inquired about the establishment of farmers markets
and discussed the relationship wit |
IDHS / CHP |
Ongoing |
| Grand Families- Strategy 9.4 Help"grand families" address challenges of raising new families. |
A proposal designed to work on non-traditional families (grand families, children of incarcerated parents and former offenders) in Englewood has been done and is ready to go to Marva Arnold for consideration of funding.
The proposal was generated over 6 we |
IDOC
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Service Mapping-Strategy 10 creates a community network to spread information, resources and expertise within Englewood and beyond. |
In addition to IDHS's service mapping project teamwork Englewood has started mapping community services with Northern Illinois Planning Commission. The IDHS project is still on hold due to the injury suffered by Rhonda
Woodson who is recuperating. |
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Healthy Lifestyles- Strategy 5.5 Use signage, community events and health fairs to promote health resources and programs, with a particular focus on immunization and infant mortality. |
A group in the community is working within the Closing the Gap initiative to identify training opportunities and try and push up the peer training model to do training on asthma. Is there going to be a schedule for
Closing the Gap presentations in the Loc |
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Create Diverse opportunities for recreation, lifelong learning and civic engagement. 8.6 Increase access to community technology centers and other educational media |
A meeting is scheduled for December 7th at Liberation Christian Center where the 10 ministers who are going to be involved in the program will develop the plan for participation in the program. |
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Youth Programs-Strategy 6.1 Provide opportunities to steer youth away from gangs and into long-term employment. |
The strategy meeting between Enyard, Amour and Mahon did take place as a result a letter was drafted and forwarded to the Bureau Chiefs at CH&P requesting information on funding for Englewood. Individuals bureau
heads were responsive to the request however |
IDHS
OSP
CHP |
Ongoing |
| Pembroke |
| Grants Administration Technical Assistance |
Grant writing and program development workshops were conducted in Pembroke for those residences interested. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Hazardous Materials Training for Pembroke Township Fire Department |
Training completed by local fire district. |
IEMA |
Complete |
| Hiring of Local Electrician by Trades Union |
Worked with local union to assist in the recruiting and hiring of local resident as electrician. |
IDES
IDHS
Local Union |
Complete |
| History of Pembroke Featured in Bud Billikin Day Parade |
Pembroke community participated in the Bud Billikin Parade in Chicago. Great success! |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Illinois Skills Match & Additional Job Search Assistance Training |
54 Illinois Skills Match registrations & 9 job search workshops. Ongoing training is conducted weekly at the Hopkins Park Village Hall. |
IDES
Kankakee Community College |
Complete |
| Implementation of a Private Security Training Program |
Training conducted at Kankakee Community College during a three-week program - 10 / 11 / 03. |
Kankakee Community College |
Complete |
| Implementation of Adult Basic Education / GED Classes |
Approximately 30 enrollments. |
Kankakee Community College/ IDHS |
Complete |
| Implementation of Arts Program for Children & Adults |
The Illinois Arts Council provided utilized a $14,000 operational grant to enhance local arts programming for Pembroke Township. A Storyteller Residency Program was implemented for three months (October-December 2003). The
Illinois Arts Council worked wit |
Illinois Arts Council |
Complete |
| Implementation of Youth & Adult Entrepreneurship Program |
A two-month pilot program has been implemented in Pembroke Township. The program is designed to develop basic entrepreneurial skills, create comprehensive business plans, and build upon the existing entrepreneurial assets of
the community. The focus of |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Informal Census Count |
Many of the households in the township were contacted and counted in an effort to verify the accuracy of the current census data. Various data was reviewed, such as, 911 listings, voter registration, school enrollments,
medical patient count(s) from local |
Pembroke Residents/ South Suburban Faith-Based Coalition
IDHS |
Complete |
| In-Service Training on Child Abuse, Neglect Reporting and the Investigation Process |
Training conducted for local residence. |
DCFS |
Complete |
| Installation of AC Unit at Community Center |
A / C unit in community center repaired / replaced. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Installation of New Technology Learning Center at Hopkins Park Village Hall |
Installed eight refurbished computers & 1 printer to set-up community technology center. |
IDHS
MIS |
Complete |
| Installation of Water Fountains at Martin Luther King Park |
Completed installation of water fountains in park. |
IDHS
Local Contractors |
Complete |
| Grant Awarded for Emergency Sewer Repair |
DCEO awarded a $150,000 emergency CDAP Grant to the Village of Hopkins Park for repair and upgrades to the existing sewage system. The upgrades and repair to the existing system were in preparation for a longer-term project
that could ultimately bring much change |
DCEO |
Complete |
| Mosquito Abatement |
IDPH completed task. |
IDPH |
Complete |
| Consortium Development for the Attainment of a Para Transit Vehicle to Transport Seniors and Disabled Persons |
IDOT authorized and obligated the transfer of a new, multi-use Para transit vehicle to Pembroke Township. The new vehicle will be used to transport seniors and disabled individuals. |
IDOT |
Complete |
| New Playground Construction |
Approximately 150 community volunteers; a ribbon-cutting ceremony immediately followed playground construction, during which time it was dedicated and named after former slave Joseph"Pap" Tetter, who founded Pembroke Township
in 1862. |
IDHS
KaBOOM
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| Kankakee Manufacturing Consortium |
An 11-business manufacturing consortium has been developed to target Pembroke residents for jobs by providing job descriptions to the Workforce Investment Board (WIB) and DCEO. Kankakee Community College will provide job
training for the job specification |
DCEO
Kankakee Community College Workforce Investment Board |
Complete |
| Daycare Licensing Orientation for New Providers |
Several workshops were conducted to provide necessary instructions for local residence. |
DCFS |
Complete |
| Water Treatment - Private Wells & Municipal System |
Establish reliable water treatment system |
IDPH
IDOH
EPA
USDA
Engineering Firm |
Ongoing |
| Paid Admission for Statewide IEMA Conference |
Three Hopkins Park Officials attended. |
IEMA |
Complete |
| $30K Family Support Advocate Position Earmarked for Qualified Pembroke Resident |
Applications were reviewed, interviews conducted, qualified resident identified. Resident will work out of local field office. Pending final candidate selection and approval. |
DCFS |
Complete |
| HIV Outreach project |
IDPH has provided HIV testing, free medical assistance, dental care and transportation to various hospitals with over 1,322 residents being served to date. |
IDPH
WFT |
Complete |
| "Bridging the Gap" Faith-Based Kick-Off Event |
Expansion of the scope of food pantry offerings to include a wider variety of food selections, toiletries and general sundry items. Coordination of major home repair and weatherization assessment through the provision of
materials and the training of local |
Local Leadership / New Faith Baptist Church / South Suburban Faith-Based Coalition |
Complete |
| Backpacks and School Supplies Given to Approximately 1,000 Pembroke Children |
School supplies were given at the three days Team Illinois Resource Fair. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Berm Cleanup / Mowing |
Clean up and lawn mowing completed as required. |
EPA |
Complete |
| Development of Local Leadership Steering Committee |
A local steering committee was developed that acts as the entity through which all action items and ideas are channeled for review and approval / denial. |
Local Leadership IDHS |
Complete |
| Completion of Power Source Connection to Facilitate Normal Sewage Operation |
Electrical connection completed as required. |
EPA |
Complete |
| Grandparents Raising Grandchildren October Fest |
The fest addressed issues regarding grandparents raising grandchildren and becoming licensed foster parents. Two Child Welfare Staff from the DCFS Kankakee Field Office, one of which is a Pembroke resident, facilitated this
event. |
DCFS
IDoA |
Complete |
| Van to Transport Pembroke Residents to Jobs & Job Training |
TEAM Illinois partners will support job training and transportation needs of the community for the immediate future. This supportive effort is tied to regional transportation system and Kankakee Community College. |
DCEO
Kankakee County Village
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Distribution of Free Booster Seats to Hopkins Park School Children |
Distribution of 120 booster seats at Lorenzo R. Smith Elementary School in support of the new booster seat law (the Illinois Child Passenger Act), effective January 1, 2004. |
ISP |
Complete |
| Donation of 10,000 Pounds of Food to Pembroke Food Pantry |
Local food pantry took receipt of goods to supply food to those needing assistance. |
Northern Illinois Food Bank |
Complete |
| Electrical Upgrades at Martin Luther King Park |
Completed electrical upgrades for restrooms, stage and other misc. connections for rehab work needed. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Enhancement of Police Infrastructure & Services to Pembroke |
The Illinois State Police awarded a $225,000 COPS Grant to fund three full-time Kankakee Sheriff's Deputies to enhance police infrastructure and services to Pembroke Township. The grant runs from August 2003 to August 2006.
Pembroke has no police force a |
ISP |
Complete |
| Establishment of Additional TEAM Illinois Partnerships on Federal Level |
Partnerships established with USDA Rural Development, USDA Food & Nutrition Services, and the Federal Food Bank Program. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Expansion of Health Services |
A $12,000 WIC grant was awarded to the Kankakee County Health Dept. for increased WIC services in Pembroke Township. |
IDPH |
Complete |
| Business Support Given to Three Local Food Vendors for Service Enrollment Fair |
Food supplied by local businesses for three day Team Illinois Resource Fair. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Development of a Skilled Trades Training Program |
Kankakee Community College along with IDEC will continue outreach programs and training to assist local residence in securing jobs in the trade union(s). |
IDHS
Kankakee Community College IDES |
Ongoing |
| Conversion of George Washington Carver School (Cultural Center / Tourist Center - ASRI with U of I) |
Establish Tourism Center for cultural awareness based on historical background of community as tied to the underground railroad. |
IDHS
University of Illinois
ASRI
IDCCA |
Ongoing |
| Development of Strategic Plan to Complete Road Development |
Met with Secretary Adams, Secretary Martin, Mr. Threadgill of IDOT and Mr. Bobo, Pembroke Road Commissioner |
IDOT
Kankakee County Road Department of Transportation |
Ongoing |
| Enhancement of Telecommunications System |
Establish area-wide telecommunication network. |
Lt. Gov's Office - Digital Workforce Education Society |
Ongoing |
| Expansion of Electrical Power Service |
Residence will have access to electrical power service as determined by community needs. |
Lt. Gov's Office and Governor's Office |
Ongoing |
| Kankakee County Solid Waste Initiative |
Once the RFP is complete, it will be advertised and the County will have responses to review with the State on funding. Estimated cost of project is $20M. Federal funding estimated at $3M, with remaining balance possibly
coming from the State. County will |
DCEO
Kankakee County / GCD |
Ongoing |
| Oral History Collection & Curriculum Development |
Possible collaboration with UIC / ASRI (African Science Research Institute) |
Illinois Humanities Council University of Illinois Chicago African Science Research Institute |
Ongoing |
| Pembroke Township Zip Code Expansion & Census Modification |
Data from informal census count to be analyzed. Next steps to be determined. |
US Census Bureau USPS
Congressional and State legislators to support necessary changes
Pembroke Residents South Suburban Faith-Based Coalition, headed by New Faith Baptist Church
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Water Testing Initiative |
Establish water-testing plan to check the quality of water for the community. |
IDPH
KCHD
EPA
DCEO |
Ongoing |
| Affordable Housing |
Establish HUD / IHDA affordable housing plan for residence of Pembroke. |
DCEO
IHDA
HUD |
Ongoing |
| Painting of All Playground Equipment at Martin Luther King Park |
ML King Park equipment, fencing, etc. in playground painted. |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| Business Development (Industrial Park) |
Establish basic businesses in the community, such as grocery store, laundry mat, banking, gas station, etc. |
DCEO
Credit Union One Shore Bank
IFF
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Community Emergency Response Team Training |
Set-up community response team for emergencies that the residences have experienced. |
IEMA |
Ongoing |
| Development & Installation of Natural Gas Lines |
Determine community over all needs and capacity for residence being able to have natural gas lines installed. |
Lt. Gov's Office |
Ongoing |
| Baseball and Summer Camp |
Establish baseball and summer camp for Teen Reach youth from local community and other parts of the State. |
IDHS
DCEO
Cubs Baseball Team |
Ongoing |
| Development of Hazmat Response Team to Include Pembroke Township |
Local Fire District personnel will be provided emergency training for Hazmat Response Team. |
IEMA |
Ongoing |
| Enhancement of Sewage Treatment System |
Repairer / restore existing sewer system to full capacity and reliability. Expand service to include additional residence. |
EPA
Lt. Gov's Office DCEO |
Ongoing |
| Enhancement of Wastewater & Water Supply Plant |
Inspect existing wastewater / sewer and water supply system. Restore / repair and set-up fiscal and maintenance systems for functioning operational unit. |
DCEO
USDA
IDPA
EPA |
Ongoing |
| Enhancement of Water & Sewer System |
Grant funding to be actively sought from the US Department of Agriculture and the Nature Conservancy. Aqua Illinois remains amenable to financing roughly half of the expected project cost if the other half can be secured in
grant funding. |
DCEO
Local Leadership |
Ongoing |
| Fire District Services & Infrastructure |
Establish fully trained and up-to-date fire district. |
IEMA
State Fire Marshall |
Ongoing |
| Healthcare & Preventive Service Expansion / Hiring of Three Local Healthcare Staff |
Adequate healthcare for normal and emergency needs. |
IDPA |
Ongoing |
| Implementation of a Structural Ironworkers Apprenticeship Program |
Will have local residence apply, take apprenticeship training and prepare for job offer after graduation. |
DCEO
Kankakee Community College |
Ongoing |
| Implementation of County-Wide Tire Recycling / Composting Facility |
Establish business for the community. |
DCEO |
Ongoing |
| Increased Healthcare Resources |
Provide adequate healthcare material and other necessary resources for the community through specific funding opportunities. |
IDHS / CH&P |
Ongoing |
| Law Enforcement Services & Infrastructure |
Reinstate adequate policing for the community. |
ISP
Kankakee County Sheriff |
Ongoing |
| Public Transportation |
Establish reliable transportation for seniors, disabled persons and others for the community. |
IDOT
Jitney Transportation |
Ongoing |
| Recreational Activities for Residents (Youth and Seniors) |
Have established weekly programs for youth and adults. |
IDHS / CH&P
Local Residents |
Ongoing |
| Support Services & Job Training for Ex-Offenders |
Establish program for local people in the community with prior criminal record. |
IDHS
IDOC
Kankakee Community College |
Ongoing |
| Pembroke Job Fair |
95 residents attended; 31 tested for jobs at Shapiro Mental Health & 18 placements to-date; 2 placements at DHS' Office of Rehabilitation Services; 24 additional placements with other employers; 40 in Employment &
Training Case Management Programs. |
Kankakee Community College IDES
IDHS
DCFS
CMS |
Complete |
| Conversion of Nestle's Plant |
Re-open Nestle's Plant for creating jobs and building the local economy. |
DCEO
JW Holdings
CFCS |
Ongoing |
| Pembroke Holiday Gift Giving |
The South Suburban Faith-Based Coalition, headed-up by New Faith Baptist Church & Coca-Cola sponsored gifts for all children at Lorenzo School and Momence School (a total of 524 gifts). DHS / TEAM Illinois also sponsored
backpacks, school supplies and some |
Local Leadership South Suburban Faith-Based Coalition
IDHS |
Complete |
| Advanced Workshops on Grant Writing & Capacity Building |
Grant Administration conducted Program Development and Grant Writing workshops. They will follow-up with individuals and organizations to assist as needed and to insure that all grant applications are submitted correctly. |
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Placement of New Road Markers / Signage |
Signs designated were placed on various roads throughout community. |
IDOT
Illinois Toll way Authority |
Complete |
| Preparatory Workshops for Pembroke Job Fair |
70 residents participated in the following workshops: networking for employment, dressing for success, presentation skills, job application skills, basic interviewing skills, writing a cover letter, resume development with
completed resume for each participant |
Kankakee Community College IDES |
Complete |
| Provision of a Third Child Safety Seat Check and Car Seat Giveaway |
19 vehicles were inspected; 18 car seats were given away. |
ISP |
Complete |
| Provision of Additional Child Safety Seat Checks |
20 additional child seats were inspected and 12 devices were replaced. |
ISP |
Complete |
| Provision of Funding to Hire Four Local Employees for Pembroke Highway Division |
Recruited and hired local individuals for work by IDOT. |
IDOT
IDES |
Complete |
| Provision of Water Testing Kits to Pembroke Residents |
IDPH provided necessary instructions and testing kits for residence. |
IDPH |
Complete |
| Rehab & Painting of All Picnic Shelters at Martin Luther King Park |
All items listed for rehab and painting completed. |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| Rehab of Bathroom Facilities at Martin Luther King Park |
New plumbing, toilets, building painted, sinks, soap dispensers, toilet paper holders, signs for gender designation installed. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Rehab of Stage at Martin Luther King Park |
Rehab of Martin Luther King Park stage and painting of existing building cover(s) for event gatherings. Installed electrical upgrades as needed for stage and buildings. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Senior Citizen Support Service Enhancement |
$1,000 in grants funding to meet emergency needs of grandparents raising grandchildren, including clothing, utilities and food. $2,000 in start-up funds for a Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group. |
IDoA |
Complete |
| Road-Side Clean-Up |
Roadside clean up began late spring and included all areas within the 56-mile area as designated by the local road commissioner. Completed August 2004. IDOT spent more than $10,000 to haul trash and labor. |
IDOT
IDOC |
Complete |
| Pembroke Health Fair |
25 dental screenings, 34 flu shots, 60 glucose screenings; workshops on Aids Education & Services to the Physically & Mentally Challenged were conducted; Health Fair will be an annual event. |
Riverside Healthcare Health Facilities Authority |
Complete |
| Settlement of Major EPA Lawsuit |
Lawsuit resolved. |
EPA |
Complete |
| Teen Reach Program / Summer Youth Program(s) |
Hopkins Park / Pembroke Steering Committee members approved local community proposal for grant funding program. |
|
Ongoing |
| Youth Speak Talk Show |
Approximately 35 Pembroke youth in attendance to speak about their needs in the community. |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Training & Licensure for Daycare Providers |
In a capacity building and economic development effort, two Pembroke childcare providers were extensively trained and licensed through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. |
DCFS |
Complete |
| Town Hall Discussion & Long-Term Planning Related to Critical Health Issues in Pembroke |
Access to healthcare, lack of dental services, mental health issues, and cancer / cardiovascular diseases were discussed. |
IDPH |
Complete |
| Shredding of More Than 55,000 Environmentally Hazardous Tires |
300 tires picked up from homes; 1,900 tires shredded during resource fair; 55,000 tires shredded at various tire dumps. |
EPA |
Complete |
| Temporary Display of African-American History Exhibit |
The display was on loan from the State in connection with Black History month. Pembroke Township Hall had the exhibit on display for all to view. |
Illinois Historic Preservation Agency |
Complete |
| Technological Infrastructure for Mayoral Staff |
Six new computers, one fax machine, and technological assistance provided. |
IDHS
MIS |
Complete |
| Technical Assistance to Pembroke Library |
DHS & the U of I Extension Office are providing ongoing technical assistance to the Pembroke Township Library in an effort to reinstate the accreditation of the library. In the interim (of official reinstatement), DHS and
U of I are working with regional l |
IDHS
University of Illinois Extension |
Complete |
| Six Miles of Road Repair / Aggregates |
$50,000 materials grant to resurface six miles of road. Recommendation submitted to IDOT Secretary Martin for an additional $1.9 million for completion of specific road repair projects. |
IDOT |
Complete |
| Three-Day Service Enrollment Fair |
Approximately 500 attended; 39 car safety seat checks; distribution of 18 new car seats and 120 booster seats; 15 applicants for subsidized childcare; 19 applicants for cash, medical & food stamps. |
Statewide Collaboration |
Complete |
| Sewage System Upgrade to Protect Private Property and Water Supply |
Temporary measures provided to protect private property and water supply. However, water and sewer system will need revaluation along with proper maintenance. |
EPA |
Complete |
| Savanna |
| Family / Youth Mentoring / Youth Activities |
Implement Family and Youth Mentoring. Successfully conducted Summer Youth Employment Program for 43 youth, Summer 06 |
DHS, CCYNetwork, FBI Committee |
Ongoing |
| Job Training and Development |
Approx. 20 placed in jobs to-date |
IDES |
Ongoing |
| Minority Programs |
Establishment of Minority Outreach Program |
Liaison
SVN
IDHS Latino Affairs |
Canceled |
| Savanna Depot Redevelopment |
Potential of Minimum of 10, Maximum of 150-200 Jobs. Savanna Depot Technologies declared bankruptcy in 06 |
DCEO
SCC
EDC
IDES
LRA
DNR
Savanna Depot Techno Corp
US Army |
Ongoing |
| Schools, City Infrastructure Improve |
Main Structure Resurfacing Completed in October 2004 by IDOT. 5 Year Infrastructure plan rough draft completed. Schools consolidated with 2 other cities. SVN working with City to address infrastructure needs / solutions |
IDOT
DCEO
EPA
ISBE
City of Savanna
SVN
Liaison |
Ongoing |
| Transportation Lack |
SVN to assign to Infract Com |
SVN |
Canceled |
| Sexual Assault, Abuse, Homeless Prevention |
Increased awareness New Front Door Provider contract award of $3000. SVN Homeless Prevention effort to coincide with Riverfront Redevelopment |
DCFS
Riverview Center IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Tech Assist, -Grant Writing, Training |
Build Grant Writing capacity. Successful workshop sponsored by Summer Youth in Aug 06 |
IDHS
IIRA
DCFS |
Complete |
| Faith Based Initiatives |
Hands of Hope established independent of Interfaith Council, New Front Door provider established |
IDHS
City Churches, Hands of Hope (Mike Wey) |
Complete |
| Implement Youth Speak Issues Plan |
Implementation of weekly Youth Entrep Program. Two temporary / part-time businesses established and 4 Poetry and Writing Workshops held |
Sinissippi, Fairweather
SCA
SVN
IDHS
WCSEC |
Complete |
| Senior Services |
Grants thru 06 / 04, CCSS approved medical transportation provider |
Aging, Carroll County Senior Center (Dorthea Rahn) |
Ongoing |
| Expansion of Adult Learning Services |
Expanded Adult Education Offerings in Savanna by local colleges |
Highland Comm. College
University of Illinois Extension
SVN |
Ongoing |
| Drug Awareness |
Increased awareness of Meth and other Substance abuse issues. Carroll County Substance Education Coalition NFP established and running successfully |
ISP
CCSEC
Carroll City Sheriff Savanna Police Sinissippi Centers Circuit Judges |
Ongoing |
| Child Care Expansion |
24 hour child care |
DCFS
SVN
IDHS
Big Meadows |
Ongoing |
| Business Dev / Retention |
SVN to have permanent committee in place. Agreement to explore. Look at funding possibilities. Carroll County Ethanol LLC filed for Air Permit Sept 06. A 900 Acre Bio-Energy Research and Resource facility is under
development |
SVN
Jo-Carroll LR
YEP
Savanna Chamber, US Army |
Ongoing |
| Tourism, Community Promotion, Grand Excursion 2004 (completed) |
Grand Excursion a success. Committees reviewing and implementing additional methods of promoting Savanna i.e. Rec'd $82,000 DNR Grant for public boat docks, completion of new Marina entrance, initiation of main street
beautification. Riverfront Redevelopment |
DCEO
SVN Tourism Coordinator
CCEDC
Liaison,
Savanna Chamber DNR
Lt. Governor's Office |
Ongoing |
| Thomson Prison |
Definitive answer from DOC on Open or Not. If not, plan for alternative uses. Prison opened Fall '06 |
Prison Focus Group, IDOC
TI Liaison
SVN |
Complete |
| Re-open WIC Facility. Establish County Health Dept. |
Carroll County Health Dept. established, Transition WIC processing to Carroll City |
IDPH
IDHS
Carroll City |
Complete |
| Entrepreneurship Program |
2nd Semester completed, 16 enrollees, 6 graduates, 2 mentorship, and on-going collaboration with community NFP. 1st Semester completed for Accredited 16 week program with 15 Enrollees, 4 graduates, 2 youth part-time businesses
started |
IDHS
Sinissippi Centers, Inc (SCI) Fairweather Consulting
SVN
West Carroll Substance Education Coalition |
Complete |
| Computers, Books, for schools and community organizations |
20 computers delivered to High School. 40 Desks |
IDHS (MIS), CMS |
Complete |
| Bike Path |
2.03 miles of uncompleted path will complete 20 miles of Great River Trail Bike Path. Will enhance tourism. |
IDNR
IDOT
SVN
Governor's office |
Ongoing |
| After-school Poetry & Writing Program, Cultural Events and Programs |
Implementation of weekly Poetry / Writing Programs and Art Classes. Established Savanna Historical Society and Savanna Civil War Museum |
IAC
IDHS
SCArts
SVN
Savanna Historical Society |
Ongoing |
| Teen Pregnancy and Single Mother Program |
Program need verified. CCHD to run program |
DCFS
IDHS
CCHD |
Complete |
| Venice |
| Increase pay and personnel in Police and Fire Depts. |
Enhance Municipal |
City of Venice |
Open |
| Review and re-direct tax dollars going into surrounding communities and county |
Enhance Municipal |
|
Open |
| Convert trash collection system to rolling containers. |
Enhance Municipal |
EPA |
Ongoing |
| Stop trash burning |
Enhance Municipal |
City of Venice |
Ongoing |
| City Information Center |
City Information Center |
DCEO |
Ongoing |
| State agencies to review minority hiring related to Venice |
Economical Development |
All State Agencies |
Open |
| State agencies Job Fairs |
Economical Development |
IDES |
Ongoing |
| Business Incubator |
Tri-City Regional Port District have Business Incubator available for all citizens of Venice |
DCEO |
Complete |
| Assist in attracting home manufacturing plant to Venice |
Economical Development |
DCEO |
Ongoing |
| Residential Subdivision |
Met with IDHA, Madison County Housing Department to discuss housing development in Venice |
IDHA |
Ongoing |
| Attract small businesses, bank, restaurant |
Team Venice has met to discuss strategies to draw new business to Venice |
DCEO |
Ongoing |
| Redevelop idle manufacturing and mining properties (I.e. coal mine) |
Economical Development |
DCEO |
Ongoing |
| Participate in planning and development of Rt 3 / McKinley Bridge business corridor |
The"North Star" corridor Economic Alliance Collaboration Agreement is ongoing study for redevelopment Venice, Brooklyn and unincorporated Eagle Park Acres |
IDOT |
Ongoing |
| Upgrade Library |
Educational System Improvement |
Sec of State |
Open |
| School district needs to establish relationship with a university |
Ongoing discuss have been conduct with SIU-E and Lincoln HS Charter School |
ISBE |
Ongoing |
| Review of existing educational system and facilities |
Educational System Improvement |
ISBE |
Open |
| Need for Adult Education Program |
Need for Adult Education Program |
IDHS |
Open |
| Improve and develop city parks and program offerings |
Improve and develop city parks and program offerings |
DCEO |
Ongoing |
| Need for Youth Programs (I.e. Youth Police Academy) |
Governor Youth Summer Employment Program |
ISP |
Ongoing |
| Youths congregating on city street corners |
Youth Programs |
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Youth Programs |
Playground Equipments & Park Improvement - KaBOOM! $80,000.00 |
IDHS |
Complete |
| EPA tests for soil, water, abandoned structures |
EPA tests for soil, water, abandoned structures |
EPA |
Open |
| Check into reported flooding, sewage backups etc. / Needs assessment |
Infrastructure Improvement |
IDPH |
Open |
| Coal mine dust hazard / air pollution |
Infrastructure Improvement |
EPA |
Open |
| Pollution from uncovered truck traffic |
Pollution from uncovered truck traffic |
EPA |
Complete |
| Sewer upgrades |
Replacing the old four inch cast iron water line in the middle of route 3 and 12, Tri-City Port District est. cost is $665,850.00 |
DCEO |
Ongoing |
| Infrastructure Improvements |
Road resurfacing |
IDOT |
Ongoing |
| Abandoned building removal |
Madison County has a grant program for removal abandon buildings |
DCEO |
Complete |
| Computer in every home |
Working with CMS concerns surplus computers |
IDHS |
Ongoing |
| Back to School Celebration |
Back to School Collaboration between the Urban League and Team Illinois $1,500.00 |
IDHS |
Complete |
| Venice Public Library Improvement |
The Venice Public Library needs the following: Book (e.g. black historians, educational), computers and software, lighting, roof repair, wall repair and painting, new furnace, color printer, DVD movies |
IDHS |
Open |
