Governor Quinn Announces $404,500 Investment to Improve Milan Readiness Center

MILAN - Governor Pat Quinn today announced a $404,500 state and federal investment to make needed improvements to the Milan Readiness Center. Today's announcement is part of Governor Quinn's agenda to create jobs and drive Illinois' economy forward, and to make sure men and women serving our country have the facilities they need to support their mission.

"We need to make sure our state's infrastructure is properly maintained, especially when it comes to facilities used by our servicemembers," Governor Quinn said. "This work on the Milan Readiness Center will help this vital military facility supply our citizen soldiers with the training and support they need."

The heating, ventilation and air conditioning system at the armory will be upgraded, including the replacement of the exhaust system and dampers, upgrading the boiler system and replacing the system controls. The project will also upgrade the electrical distribution system, including the installation of distribution and breaker panels and new conduit as required. Loescher Heating & Air Conditioning of Freeport was the low bidder for the project at $404,500. The project will be managed by the Illinois Capital Development Board.

"I applaud Governor Quinn's announcement today of Illinois' investment in improvements at the Milan Readiness Center," State Representative Patrick Verschoore (D-Milan) said. "I have fought hard for any investment that will help increase the efficiency of our brave young men and woman serving in our military as well as ensure they have all the tools necessary in order to be prepared for any task they are called upon to complete."