Grants & funding in Illinois local government
What Illinois city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,714 Illinois meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Illinois with the most grants & funding activity
- DuPage County, IL (118)
- Kane County, IL (108)
- McLean County, IL (90)
- Edwardsville, IL (78)
- Aurora, IL (56)
- Joliet, IL (55)
- Ottawa, IL (50)
- Whiteside County, IL (44)
- Madison County, IL (43)
- Pontiac, IL (38)
- East Moline, IL (34)
- Will County, IL (34)
Latest matching meetings
SSA Committee to review finances, bills, and future plans
The Special Service Area Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including financial reports, bills, and updates on various projects. They will also consider future plans, goals, and the budget for the SSA.
Elgin council to consider $2.2M west-side street resurfacing and other contracts
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially approve several agreements and resolutions, including a $2.2 million west-side street resurfacing project funded by motor fuel taxes, engineering services for a cemetery roadway project, and a combined sewer separation design. Other items include school crossing…
Forest Preserve Commission to vote on land purchases, bids, and grants
The Kane County Forest Preserve District Commission is meeting to approve minutes, bills, and per diem from August 2026, and to consider a consent agenda with resolutions on land acquisition, prescribed burns, native seed purchase, golf cart path resurfacing, a grant application for a pedestrian bridge, and trail…
Council to vote on $720K fire station equipment, hotel conditional use, and more
The Aurora City Council will consider several items, including a resolution to spend up to $720,000 on furniture and equipment for new Fire Station 4 and related facilities, and a conditional use permit for a hotel at 1350 Corporate Boulevard. The agenda also includes consent items such as an engineering contract for…
Swansea board to vote on $759,558 street contract, rental fee changes
The Swansea Board of Trustees will consider several items at its September 8, 2026 meeting, including a $759,558.18 contract for the 2026 street program, an ordinance changing annual rental dwelling registration fees, and a resolution to apply for a grant for a shared-use path along Highway 161. The board will also…
Geneva Mental Health Board to review grant procedures and visit applicants
The Geneva Community Mental Health Board will hold a routine meeting to approve prior minutes, review grant funding procedures, and plan visits to grant applicants. No major decisions are scheduled, though the board may discuss routine items via a single omnibus vote.
Geneva City Council to vote on $905,705 in contracts and grants
The Geneva City Council will hold its regular meeting to vote on multiple contracts, grants, and ordinances, including water plant filters, energy planning, and infrastructure studies. The council will also consider proclamations, a comprehensive plan report, and municipal bills totaling $4,698,239.47.
Council to vote on $300K senior center, bridge replacement, and more
The Rockford City Council will vote on several funding agreements, including $300,000 for a new senior center, and approve contracts for the 15th Avenue bridge replacement. It will also consider zoning changes, liquor licenses, and a $25,000 lawsuit settlement. The agenda includes multiple public speakers and a closed…
LaSalle County Public Safety Committee to review budgets and contracts
The LaSalle County Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on various public safety matters, including approving bills, reviewing budgets for 2026-2027, and receiving reports from the Sheriff, Coroner, and EMA. The agenda includes an executive session on security procedures and an update on a…
Committee to review Fall Festival Parade and debate day parade
The Ottawa Special Events Committee is meeting to handle routine business including public comment, funding requests, approval of August minutes, and a financial report. New business covers the Fall Festival Parade on Oct 4th, and old business includes a review of Debate Days and the parade by Rich Crum.
Forest Preserve District to consider land purchases, bids, and grants
The Kane County Forest Preserve District Executive Committee is meeting to approve routine items including bills, minutes, and a consent agenda with land acquisitions, bids for prescribed burns, native seed, golf cart path resurfacing, and a grant application for pedestrian bridge improvements. The committee will also…
Westmont board to vote on $279K audit extension, $241K sidewalk bid, and more
The Village Board will vote on a consent agenda and several new business items, including contracts, a liquor license, a TIF grant, a tree fee waiver, a subdivision, a special use permit, a site plan, and a sidewalk project. Key decisions include a five-year audit contract extension with Sikich LLC for up to $279,181…
Historic Preservation Commission to review two 100-year-old home designations
The Park Ridge Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider designating two 100-year-old homes as historic landmarks, approve award nominees, and discuss survey and grant updates. The agenda includes action items and discussion topics, with no major policy changes or budget decisions.
Moline seeks $5M state grant for riverfront improvements
The Moline City Council and Committee-of-the-Whole will consider a resolution to apply for a $5,000,000 Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program grant for pedestrian, overlook, and streetscaping improvements along the riverfront. The agenda also includes several other resolutions and ordinances, such as accepting…
Committee reviews $150k in enterprise zone amendments and roofing contracts
The Madison County Grants Committee will approve several purchase requests, including four enterprise zone amendments totaling $74,850.48 and three CDBG roofing and gutter projects totaling $30,647.19. The body will also adopt resolutions for a $38,200 annual software subscription and $30,000 in membership dues…
Council to vote on OSLAD grant application for Northwestern Steel & Wire Park
The City of Sterling Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution authorizing an OSLAD grant application for the Northwestern Steel & Wire Park. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items, including public comment, consent agenda, and staff reports.
Stormwater committee to approve drainage project funds
The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee will consider approving funds for several drainage projects, including completion projects and 50/50 cost-share programs. They will also discuss an IDNR application, a flooding issue, and a drainage issue. The meeting includes public comment and approval of…
Committee to vote on bids for prescribed burns, seed, golf cart paths
The Planning and Utilization Committee will consider several bids and proposals, including prescribed burns at seven forest preserves, native seed purchase, and resurfacing cart paths at Hughes Creek Golf Club. They will also discuss supporting a grant application for bicycle and pedestrian improvements at Red Gate…
City Council to vote on disaster fund, tax incentive, road project
The Chicago Heights City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a disaster recovery fund, a residential tree removal program, a tax incentive for a commercial property, and a roadway improvement project. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving…
ARPA committee to shift funds, amend consultant deal
The Kane County American Rescue Plan Committee will review the quarterly ARPA report and vote on several resolutions. These include amending the consultant agreement and re-programming funds from various projects to administrative uses. The meeting is routine but includes concrete funding reallocations.
Committee to consider school resource officer agreement and arts grant
The Danville Public Services Committee will meet to consider resolutions on a school resource officer agreement with Danville School District 118 and accepting an Illinois Arts Council grant. They will also receive monthly reports from city departments and discuss a potential change in the treasurer's selection.
County Board to vote on zoning cases, grants, and gun safe funding
The DuPage County Board will vote on several zoning requests, including a denied variation for First Baptist Church, and consider accepting grants for probation services and transit. They will also decide on funding for gun safes, various contracts, and non-profit funding requests. The agenda includes routine items…
Fine & Cultural Arts Commission to review annual report and mural updates
The Fine & Cultural Arts Commission is holding a regular in-person meeting. They will approve minutes from June 23, 2026, and discuss new business including the annual report. Old business includes updates on the Wheaton250 mural, projection mapping grants, and Make Music Wheaton timeline.
Committee to hear animal control and riverboat fund updates
The Kane County Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear two presentations: one on the Kane County Animal Control's current operations and future direction, and another on the Grand Victoria Riverboat Fund. The committee will also consider approving minutes from several prior meetings. No formal votes or decisions…
Finance Committee to vote on $128K vacuum truck, $167K courtroom upgrades
The DuPage County Finance Committee is meeting to consider budget transfers, procurement contracts, and finance resolutions. Key items include funding for a vacuum truck, courtroom improvements, gun safes for residents, and several contracts for pet food, IT equipment, and facility services. The committee will also…
Committee to recommend $400K in economic development programs
The Jo Daviess County Development & Planning Committee will discuss and possibly recommend three economic development programs for FY2027, totaling $400,000. They will also review strategic goals and receive monthly reports on building, zoning, and economic development.
Council to consider ITEP grant for Route 130 improvements
The Olney City Council will consider a resolution to apply for an Illinois Department of Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) grant for infrastructure improvements along Illinois Route 130 from Parker Street to Walmart. The council will also review the FY2025/2026 financial and TIF audits, discuss a contribution…
Council to consider $72,693 truck, water main extension, and Mardi Gras funding
The Pinckneyville City Council will vote on several spending items, including a $72,693 pickup truck, a $25,256.92 water main extension, and a $1,500 request from the Chamber of Commerce for Mardi Gras advertising. They will also discuss an OSLAD grant for a new inclusive playground at the Perry County Fairgrounds…
Council to consider ITEP grant for Route 130 improvements
The Olney City Council will hold an informational hearing and consider a resolution to apply for an Illinois Department of Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) grant for infrastructure improvements along Illinois Route 130 from Parker Street to Walmart. The council will also discuss and possibly accept the…
Council to consider annexing 160 acres for ComEd substation at Keslinger and Crego roads
The DeKalb City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to annex 160 acres at Keslinger and Crego roads for a ComEd electrical substation, part of the KARE project. The council will also vote on resolutions for transit grants and a contract for asbestos removal. The agenda includes consent items like…
Rockford committee to award $5.5M in street, bridge, parking contracts
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review July 2026 finances, approve $9.7M in vouchers, and consider multiple contract awards and grants. Key items include street repairs, bridge replacements, sidewalk work, and a parking lot reconstruction, along with several grant acceptances and two bid rejections.
Council to consider $25,664 police policy invoice, TIF deal, road grants
The Marion City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a $25,664.40 Lexipol invoice for police policy manuals, a $24,000 blower purchase for the sewer department, and multiple resolutions supporting grant applications for road and pedestrian improvements. They will also consider a TIF…
Council to vote on $1.48M CDBG water main grant application
The Litchfield City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider several spending items, including a resolution supporting a $1,482,809 Community Development Block Grant application for water main replacement along Union Avenue. The council will also vote on contracts for street seal coating…
Tree committee to review plans for fall planting, grants, and new foundation
The Danville Tree Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on fall 2026 tree planting locations, grant applications, and the establishment of a Danville Parks Foundation to support the Community Roots program. They will also review the city and parks master plans, the Hyperion tree preservation program, and a…
Committee to weigh 12 transit contracts and paratransit grant application
The Jo Daviess County Social & Environmental Committee will consider recommending approval of 12 contracts between Jo Daviess County Transit and various local organizations, including schools, health centers, and community groups. They will also discuss a resolution to apply for a state capital assistance grant for…
Westmont board to consider generator variance for South Fire Station
The Westmont Village Board will consider several items, including a zoning variance and site plan amendment for a larger diesel emergency generator at the South Fire Station, a $2,500 hotel/motel grant to the Westmont Area Historical Society, and text amendments to construction and fire codes. The board will also vote…
Moline council to vote on video gaming caps, fire station contract, city administrator transition
The Moline City Council and Committee-of-the-Whole meet to consider ordinances raising video gaming terminal caps for two businesses, a contract amendment for the new Central Fire Station, and resolutions including a $600,000 grant application for the Milt Hand Softball Complex. The council will also accept the City…
Joliet Arts Commission to discuss subcommittee updates, grants, fall events
The Joliet Arts Commission is meeting to discuss updates from subcommittees, a grant announcement, and a preliminary fall event schedule. The agenda also includes approval of the July 15, 2026 meeting minutes and public comment periods. No formal votes or decisions are listed.
Council to vote on tree ordinance and $63,360 park resurfacing
The Markham City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance establishing tree planting and maintenance standards, and to approve a $63,360.50 Central Park resurfacing project funded by a $100,000 grant. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes approval, claims, and reports.
Council to consider $240K demolition cost increase and wireless monopole permit
The Lockport City Council will vote on several action items, including a $240,000 increase for demolition work at 711 and 723 S. State St., a special use permit for a wireless monopole at Lockport Township High School athletic fields, and a $20,000 fire alarm/sprinkler grant. The consent agenda includes approval of…