Illinois Nursing Home Safety Task Force Issues Final Report to Governor Quinn
February 19, 2010 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
CHICAGO, IL - February 19, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — The final report of the Nursing Home Safety Task Force was presented to Governor Pat Quinn today. The report details recommendations to ensure the safety of nursing home residents and build a better system of treatment for people in need of care for physical or mental illnesses, disorders or disabilities. Governor Quinn formed the Task Force in October of 2009 in response to reports of violence and unsafe, inadequate care for vulnerable nursing home residents. To read the full report, please click on the link below
Governor Quinn Announces Funding for NIU’s Cole Hall Construction, Stevens Building Renovations
January 28, 2010 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
DEKALB, IL - January 28, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn today announced that Northern Illinois University (NIU) will get $8 million to renovate Cole Hall, which on Feb. 14, 2008 was the tragic scene of an unprovoked attack where five students were shot and 19 were wounded. An additional $2.3 million will be used to plan for the renovation of Stevens Building.
Governor Quinn Encourages Households to Apply for Home Heating Assistance
November 3, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
CHICAGO, IL - November 3, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn today urged eligible Illinois households to apply for winter heating assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The state received $174.6 million in federal funds to assist low-income families for this winter season.
Governor Quinn Recognizes Contributions of Volunteers with Governor’s Home Town Awards
October 30, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
SPRINGFIELD, IL - October 30, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn today recognized hundreds of volunteers for their hard work and dedication towards improving their communities. The Governor’s Home Town Awards were given for 46 projects during a ceremony at the Executive Mansion in Springfield
Governor Quinn Announces Availability of Recovery Funds for Low-Income Home Weatherization Efforts
October 15, 2009 Posted by HUD
CHICAGO, IL - October 15, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn today announced that approximately $242 million in additional Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program (IHWAP) funding is available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to assist with low-income home weatherization efforts over the next two years.
Governor Quinn Announces Availability of Home Heating Assistance Grants Seniors, People with Disabilities Can Apply Early for LIHEAP
August 31, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
CHICAGO, IL - August 31, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn today urged seniors and people with disabilities to take advantage of tomorrow’s early application date for winter heating assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). “Seniors and individuals with disabilities are especially vulnerable to the cold weather,” said Governor Quinn. “I encourage people to apply for assistance through LIHEAP so that they can stay safe, warm and healthy this winter.
Governor Quinn Signs Bill to Create Jobs, Develop Transportation Hub in Joliet Intermodal Facilities Promotion Act Will Create 7,000 Jobs
August 25, 2009 Posted by HUD
CHICAGO, IL - August 25, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn signed the Intermodal Facilities Promotion Act, which is designed to encourage business development along the freight rail systems of Illinois. Based on experience with their existing Elwood facility, CenterPoint Properties projects 7,000 permanent new jobs being brought to Illinois through an intermodal facility in Joliet
Governor Quinn Announces Outreach Event to Help Struggling Homeowners Homeowners can apply onsite for lower payments through federal loan modifications on August 29
August 17, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
CHICAGO, IL - August 17, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — August 15, 2009. In an effort to help struggling homeowners, Governor Pat Quinn today announced an outreach program to give Chicago area homeowners face-to-face guidance when applying for lower mortgage payments through President Obama’s Making Home Affordable Program.
Governor Quinn announces nine southern Illinois counties will receive federal aid for ice storm recovery
March 6, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
METROPOLIS, IL - March 06, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) —. On Thursday at 3:00 p.m., at the Metropolis Community Center, 900 West 10th St., Governor Pat Quinn formally announced that President Barack Obama approved the state’s request for federal assistance for nine southern Illinois counties that were damaged by a severe winter storm in January
Governor Quinn Addresses 2009 National Main Streets Conference
March 3, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
CHICAGO, IL March 03, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — On Monday at the Palmer House Hilton, Governor Pat Quinn spoke to over 1,500 attendees at the Open Plenary Session of the National Main Streets Conference about the importance of historic commercial districts
Governor Blagojevich Announces Good Samaritan Initiative to Help Restore Heat During the Winter
January 12, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
CHICAGO, IL - January 12, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — In an effort to help Illinoisans heat their homes during the national recession, Governor Rod Blagojevich today launched the Good Samaritan Initiative for the 2009 winter season.
