Ill. Senate Democrats: Belt Applauds Plan to Buy Out Flood-Damaged Properties
June 23, 2024
June 23, 2024
EAST ST. LOUIS, Illinois, June 23 -- The Illinois Senate Democrats issued the following news:
With the support of State Senator Christopher Belt, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources will provide nearly $2.6 million to the City of East St. Louis to buy out 39 properties that have experienced repeated flooding and flood damage.
"Flooding has been a persistent and devastating issue for many families in East St. Louis," said Belt (D-Swansea). "The su . . .
With the support of State Senator Christopher Belt, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources will provide nearly $2.6 million to the City of East St. Louis to buy out 39 properties that have experienced repeated flooding and flood damage.
"Flooding has been a persistent and devastating issue for many families in East St. Louis," said Belt (D-Swansea). "The su . . .