Failure to comply with the FCC mandate by 2003 would force the facility to close. Compliance will result in more and better programming for a greater viewing population.
- $299,400 to the Village of Bartonville
to purchase thermal imaging cameras, automated external defibrillators, turn out gear and an all-terrain vehicle for use by 25 area fire departments and fire protection districts.
This project was initiated by State Sen. George Shadid, D-Edwards.
- $100,000 to the Knox County Sheriff's Department
to purchase 21 automatic external defibrillators, a prisoner transport van, and four radar units.
This project was initiated by State Rep. Don Moffitt, R-Gilson.
- $75,000 to the Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation in Peoria
to renovate the G.A.R. Hall and purchase the historic Mineral Springs property. This project was initiated by State Rep. Ricca Slone, D-Peoria Heights.
- $50,000 to the Monmouth Police Department
to purchase equipment and provide training for its tactical teams.
This project was initiated by Moffitt.
- $40,000 to the Clover Township Fire Department
to upgrade equipment on its rescue vehicle.
This project was initiated by Moffitt.
- $30,000 to the Pontiac Rural Fire Protection District
to purchase two defibrillator/vital sign monitors and one thermal imaging camera.
This project was initiated by State Rep. Dan Rutherford, R-Chenoa.
- $20,000 to the City of Abingdon
to purchase police and public safety equipment.
This project was initiated by Moffitt.
- $20,000 to Bishop Hill Heritage Association
to restore the Colony's 1855 dairy building.
This project was initiated by Moffitt.
- $18,720 to the Village of Gridley
to purchase, install and wire an early warning siren.
This project was initiated by State Rep. Dan Brady, R-Bloomington.