Senator Erica Conway Harriss | Illinois General Assembly
Senator Erica Conway Harriss | Illinois General Assembly
State Senator Erica Harriss has announced the allocation of over $12.1 million in funding through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) to support infrastructure projects in the 56th Senate District.
“Investing in local infrastructure is essential to improving quality of life for families in the Metro East,” stated Senator Harriss. “Our region has a proud tradition of outdoor recreation, and these investments reaffirm our state’s commitment to expanding and enhancing safe, accessible options for bike and pedestrian travel.”
The announcement was made during events across Illinois, including one held in Granite City. Seven projects within the district have been selected to receive funding for 2025:
- Bethalto: Erwin Plegge Multiuse Path - $761,640
- Edwardsville: Center Grove Trail - $2,706,300
- Glen Carbon: Glen Carbon Road Trail, Phase III - $897,544
- Godfrey: F.E. Widman Trail - $1,063,368
- Granite City: Wilson Park Multiuse Corridor - $1,935,310
- Pontoon Beach: Multiuse Connector to MCT Nature Trail - $1,771,218
- St. Clair County Transit District: Bunkum Road Trail, Phase II - $3,000,000
According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, selection criteria included project readiness, connectivity to existing networks, and potential economic impact.
ITEP aims to promote safe and sustainable travel options with a focus on pedestrians and cyclists.
For further details on statewide ITEP funding recipients, additional information is available online.
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