Quigley Brings Home Over $12.5 Million for Community Projects

Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), a member of the House Committee on Appropriations and Ranking Member of the Transportation, Housing, and Urban-Development Subcommittee, announced that he has secured $12,523,436 for Community Funding Projects in the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations government funding package. The funding, which passed out of the House today, is expected to pass out of the Senate and be signed into law by President Biden later this week. This success builds on 25 projects Quigley secured in the 2022 and 2023 funding packages, meaning he is on track to bring home nearly $40 million dollars for local projects.

“I am proud to have visited many of these future project sites to see the improvements that are needed and the lives that will be touched thanks to this funding. From renovating failing infrastructure in our parks, enhancing accessibility at YMCA housing, modernizing Metra stations, and so much more – these projects touch every corner of the fifth district,” said Quigley. “Whether in the majority or the minority in Congress, my commitment to securing community project funding has been unwavering. I have met the city managers, program directors, community groups, volunteers and families who are advocating for these projects and I look forward to returning home to celebrate their successful efforts. Once the President signs this funding into law, I plan to follow along every step of the way as we get these projects off the ground and completed.”

A summary of the projects and their proposed funding level, is available below:

 

1. $480,000 for the Arlington Heights Bike Path Application

“We are excited to have learned we are one step closer to linking several communities together while enhancing our non-vehicle infrastructure through our proposed ComEd multi-use shared path. The Village has made it a strategic priority to make the community more livable through increasing pedestrian and bicycle options for our residents,” said Mayor Tom Hayes.

2. $2,000,000 for the Chicago Park District, Pulaski Park Renovation
3. $1,000,000 for the Chicago Park District, Sheil Park Renovation

“We are extremely grateful to Congressman Quigley for recognizing the importance of park investment and advancing projects at Sheil Park and Pulaski Park for Community Project Funding consideration,” said Chicago Park District General Superintendent & CEO Rosa Escareño. “The District’s capital needs far outweigh our limited annual appropriations. The support of our elected officials and other partners goes a long way in funding vital projects and, more importantly, allows us to invest in neighboring children and families who rely on programs and events at both parks for quality and affordable recreational opportunities.”

4. $500,000 for the Chicago Police Department Pilot of Reconfiguration of Squad Car Technology

"We thank Congressman Quigley for his commitment to public safety and to our officers," said former CPD Interim Superintendent Eric M. Carter. "This funding will help us improve the technology set up in our squad cars, making it easier and safer for officers as they respond to calls for service." 

5. $1,100,000 for the Chicago Public Schools, Disney II Renovation

"Our students benefit when we invest in their education, including in the buildings and facilities that provide them with the space to learn, grow, and thrive," said CPS CEO Pedro Martinez. "The District extends our wholehearted appreciation to Congressman Quigley and his colleagues for their support of the Disney II Field renovation and the countless students who will benefit from this project."

6. $1,116,279 for the Redesigning Busse Road: Golf Road to Central Road

“Investing in infrastructure that improves safety and mobility for County residents is essential,” said Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle. “This critical project will enhance pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, upgrade the roadway to meet today’s design standards and provide flood relief for the surrounding area.”

7. $800,000 for the Corboy Law Center Air System Upgrade

“We are very grateful to Congressman Quigley for agreeing to champion Loyola’s project request. Replacing the original 29-year air handlers and associated components with new, high efficiency equipment will produce significant energy savings, reducing consumption by approximately 900,000 kWh per year. Additionally, the new system will greatly improve air quality, a great benefit not only for Loyola students, faculty and staff, but for the many members of the public who attend the numerous conferences, town hall gatherings and other meetings at the Corboy Law Center,” said President of Loyola University Chicago Mark C. Reed.

8. $959,757 for the City of Des Plaines Sewer Lining Program

“We are grateful for Congressman Quigley’s support of our Sewer Lining Program. The funding for this project will allow the City of Des Plaines to insert a lining in decades old sanitary sewers to stop inflow into our combined sewer system to help alleviate flooding within the system. Lining these sewers is a cost-effective way of extending their service life for another 100 years,” said Mayor of Des Plaines Andrew Goczkowski.

9. $150,000 for the Ela Township Emergency Operating Center

“We are so thankful to Congressman Quigley for selecting our project for the FY 24 Community Funding Project Program. The proposed generator at the Ela Township Community Center will turn the center into an emergency operating center during times of need,” said Ela Township Supervisor Gloria Palmblad.

10. $200,000 for the Flint Creek Restoration Project

“We are very grateful to Congressman Quigley for his leadership and support on this important project,” said Lake Barrington Village President Kevin Richardson. “This funding will support a much needed study to examine the important ecological issues that are related to Flint Lake and Flint Creek so that the integrity of the larger regional watershed can be preserved.”

11. $1,750,000 for the Irving Park YMCA Accessibility Infrastructure

“Rep. Quigley's support will empower the Irving Park YMCA to provide enhanced service to Chicago's housing-insecure residents and individuals struggling with limited mobility due to advanced age, reliance on wheelchairs, or for other reasons. As one of our legacy facilities, the Irving Park Y’s capacity will be increased by the proposed elevator, improving the quality of life of the individuals living in our Single Room Occupancy housing. Because this vulnerable population often has limited affordable options to meet their housing needs, it’s critical that such infrastructure investments are made to ensure the continued health and wellbeing of those who rely on the Y for housing,” said the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago.

12. $1,200,000 for the Metra Edgebrook Station Renovation

“The Edgebrook Station proposal is a great example about how small improvements would go a long way towards making our stations more welcoming and functional,” said Metra CEO/Executive Director Jim Derwinski. “By adding digital signage throughout the station and a larger shelter on the outbound side, we would be telling our riders, including the many reverse commuters on this line, that we value them and that we want them to have a pleasant experience in our system. We thank Congressman Quigley for backing our proposal.”

13. $750,000 for the Metra O’Hare Pedestrian Pathway Design

“We are grateful to Congressmen Quigley for supporting this important project,” said Metra CEO/Executive Director Jim Derwinski. “This work will investigate and outline significant steps toward making our O’Hare Transfer Station a more comfortable and more useful station for our customers, including our customers with disabilities, and toward making our North Central Service Line an even better alternative for getting to and from the airport.”

14. $517,400 for the Mount Prospect Pedestrian Bridge

“The Village of Mount Prospect is grateful for Congressman Quigley’s support for our Melas-Meadows Pedestrian Bridge/Northwest Highway Bikeway Project.  This project will help improve safe, non-vehicular transportation options (walking, jogging, cycling, etc.) for all of the northwest suburbs. Once constructed, it will be a vital link connecting numerous communities from the City of Chicago to Crystal Lake. It will also facilitate access to several regional attractions from the Des Plaines River Trail to the new Chicago Bears stadium down the street. The Village of Mount Prospect is very excited to see the support this project has garnered from numerous stakeholders including park districts, school districts, the Northwest Municipal Conference, and, of course, Congressman Quigley,” said Village of Mount Prospect Manager Michael J. Cassady.

For bill text and tables of community project funding included in these six bills, click HERE.