State Representative Jackie Haas (IL) | Representative Jackie Haas (R) 79th District
State Representative Jackie Haas (IL) | Representative Jackie Haas (R) 79th District
State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) expressed her excitement over the recent announcement of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants in District 79. In a statement, Rep. Haas said, "I am thrilled to hear that the Illinois Department of Natural Resources has awarded three OSLAD grants in District 79. These grants total over $1.5 million dollars of funding for our community."
The OSLAD program, established by the Illinois General Assembly in 1986, provides financial assistance to communities across the state for land acquisition, park development, and outdoor recreation projects. District 79 has been awarded a significant amount of funding through this program. The Village of Bradley received $600,000, the Kankakee Valley Park District was granted $600,000, and the Limestone Park District received $500,000.
Rep. Haas emphasized the importance of this investment in the community, stating, "Our communities deserve this investment to grow, repair, and build our natural land and parks for all ages to enjoy." She also extended her gratitude to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for their dedication to investing in communities throughout the state of Illinois.
For more information about Representative Jackie Haas and her work, visit RepHaas.com.
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