Westmont, Illinois
Date Issued: October 9, 2019
Rep. Deanne Mazzochi, 47th District, received a Friend of Infrastructure Award today from the Transportation for Illinois Coalition (TFIC) for recognizing her support to improve Illinois infrastructure.
Mazzochi expressed appreciation for the fact that the ceremony was held at the Westmont train station. "Westmont is working hard to support our commuters and local businesses in the downtown core,” said Mazzochi, “but the State of Illinois needs to do its part too, and keep our roads and facilities in good repair." Noting that the Westmont train station is in need of numerous repairs, Mazzochi observed, "Illinois has not had a major capital and infrastructure package since 2009. Westmont is an ideal place where some State investment in infrastructure rail and facilities can deliver better value and quality of life for our district residents for decades to come, particularly as our population continues to rise."
Mazzochi was a supporter of a $45 billion capital infrastructure plan that passed the legislature during the last weekend of the legislative session. The plan will provide $33 billion in funding specifically for transportation, including road repairs around the State, train line extensions, and new locomotives. This is the first infrastructure investment of this kind in over 10 years. Locally, the Regional Transportation Authority is getting $2.2 billion to distribute to Metra, the CTA, and Pace. Additional funding has been earmarked for additional projects.
For pictures of the event click here:
https://2019-10-08-Mazzochi-Receives-Award/
TRANSPORTATION TOWN HALL MEETING OCT. 15
To help ensure that residents have an opportunity to voice their concerns and ideas regarding infrastructure improvements, Mazzochi is hosting a Transportation Town Hall meeting in Westmont on October 15, 6 p.m. at Westmont Centre, One S. Cass, lower level. The meeting will include representatives from Metra and BNSF and other experts.
TRANSPORTATION FOR ILLINOIS COALITION
TFIC is comprised of a diverse group of statewide and regional business, organized labor, industry, governmental and not-for-profit organizations that have joined together in a united and focused effort to support a strong transportation alliance for Illinois. The coalition takes a comprehensive approach and seeks to speak with one voice for all of Illinois regarding transportation funding needs at both the state and federal levels. The coalition believes that transportation is critical to the economy of Illinois. This comprehensive approach involves all modes of transportation, including rail, air, water, highways, and mass transit.
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Contact: Larry McIntyre
Village of Westmont
Communications Director/Public Information Officer
630-417-0280
lmcintyre@westmont.il.gov
