Walker announces $600,000 grant awarded to local park district

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS — The Arlington Heights Park District received a $600,000 Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grant to support ongoing improvement projects, State Senator Mark Walker announced Thursday.

“The Arlington Heights Park District continues to provide high-quality recreation areas for all to enjoy,” said Walker (D-Arlington Heights). “This funding will support ongoing improvements to expand and enhance community spaces that will be used for years to come.”

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Walker announces $290,000 awarded to local literacy programs

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS – Literacy programs within the 27th District will receive over $290,000 in combined state grants, thanks to support from State Senator Mark Walker.

“Our community is fortunate to have literacy programs that empower individuals of all ages to develop the skills they need to succeed,” said Walker (D-Arlington Heights). “This funding will support their ongoing efforts to help residents achieve their personal and professional goals.”

Within Walker’s district, adult and family literacy programs will receive a total of $290,900. This includes $150,000 for Township High School District 214, $85,000 for The Center and $55,900 for Hanul Family Alliance. Grants will support programs that assist learners in enhancing their reading, writing, math and English-language skills.

A full list of grantees can be found here.

Walker announces funding to benefit local school districts

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS — With the support of State Senator Mark Walker, school districts within the 27th District will see new funding this year aimed at enhancing educational and workforce training opportunities.

“In the House, I advocated for the creation of the Job Training and Economic Development grant program to improve workforce training opportunities throughout the state,” said Walker (D-Arlington Heights). “This funding will help support District 214’s career pathways programs in preparing individuals for their next step in life.”

Walker has secured $235,985 for Township High School District 214 through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s Job Training and Economic Development program. This is the second round of funding from the JTED program, awarding over $15 million to 33 organizations across Illinois to bolster workforce training and wraparound services.

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Elk Grove Township Property Tax Appeal Workshop

Elk Grove Township residents are invited to attend a Property Tax Appeal Workshop on Thursday, Sept. 5 from 6-8 p.m. at Elk Grove Township Hall, 600 Landmeier Road. Doors open at 6 p.m. with a short presentation beginning at 6:30 p.m. Analysts will be available to answer questions and assist in the filing of a property tax appeal. Residents should bring their property tax bill or property index number. Pre-registration is encouraged by filling out this online form.