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IEMA grants more than $73,000 Tri-County area to receive federal dollars By Goldie Rapp
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The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) recently announced it would be awarding grants totaling $4 million to 120 accredited city and county emergency management agencies throughout the state.
The monies are Emergency Management Performance Grants (EMPG), which are funded by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Each year, the award amounts are determined by a base amount plus population-based formula prescribed by administrative rule. This year, Bureau County was allotted $21,218.73; LaSalle County was allotted $36,778.01 and Putnam County was allotted $15,508.71. Bureau County EMA Director Keenan Campbell explained in order for EMA agencies to qualify for the grants, each
agency must conduct exercises, attend trainings and meetings as requested by IEMA and have an approved County Emergency Operations Plan. “If we meet all of those requirements, then IEMA will recognize (the agency) as an accredited county emergency management agency making us eligible for these grant funds,” Campbell said, adding Bureau County has been accredited for decades. The EMPG covers up to 50 percent of expenses that have already been depleted in the previous quarter. The funds
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are a reimbursement of up to 50 percent of the director’s salary, EMA operational expenses, public outreach and preparedness programs, and other events EMA may develop. “These funds help all of us complete our jobs and provide the best services we can for our citizens,” Campbell said. While monies granted through the EMPG help sustain the local agencies, many will say there are still aspects of the program that still needs funding.
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Granville looks at water works upgrades By Dave Cook
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While the stars of the show are the antique vehicles at the annual Granville Cruise-in, the event held a myriad of other activities for event-goers of all ages. See more photos on Page 2 and at www.putnamcountyrecord.com.
2016 Cruise-In had something for everyone in Granville By Dave Cook
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GRANVILLE — More than 100 cars lined McCoy Street for the annual Granville Cruise-In on Friday, Aug. 5, and spectators enjoyed the thousands of horsepower present along with every color represented in the miles deep paint and reflected in the glistening chrome. “It’s a great time. There’s lots of cars, and this is the perfect time of year for this type of event. Having this on Friday night is a wonderful way for everyone to kick off their weekend. It’s got that small town feel we all enjoy, and let’s not forget, the Spidervette is here,” said village board member Randy Borio. As Spiderman mingled with fans and posed for pictures, others visited the
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the Granville Cruise Committee, this was one of the most well-attended cruises since it began in 2007. “It always amazes me how many people show up and how early cars begin to arrive. We started this as a Hopkins Alumni reunion event, and it just keeps growing. Every year we donate the proceeds to a different group. This year’s proceeds are being given to the Putnam County Community Center,” Sandberg said. As those in attendance viewed the cars representing several decades of the best of Detroit, the music filling the street was occasionally interrupted by the roar of the rumbling, high octane power made by the classics parked along the street ... everyone had a favorite.
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petting zoo for pony rides, and many tried to guess what one of the more unusual attractions was. “He’s a Patagonian Cavy from Argentina. He’s gentle, but very fast, so we don’t want him to get loose,” said Deb Moreland of Princeton’s Furry Friends, as she held the leash of the animal that looked like an odd, long-legged, shorteared rabbit. The vendors in the food areas stayed busy. There was freshly-made kettle corn, Mexican food, grilled meat and frozen treats; nearly every child’s face was stained blue or red from the popular snow cones available. Balloon artist Doug Smith of The Unique Twist was also kept busy as children formed a long line to wait for their colorful balloon hats and swords. According to Charlene Sandberg of
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GRANVILLE — During the Aug. 2 Granville Village Board meeting, Chamlin and Associate’s Mike Richetta wrapped up the lengthy McCoy Street project. The board passed the change order and final payout for the recent work around the railroad crossing Board members, Sheli Starkey, the public works superintendent, and Richetta then discussed needed work and possible improvements to the Granville Village Water Works. Starkey reported they’re waiting on the delivery of polymer for the floor. Board members then discussed the operation of the current system and the possibility of upgrading to a screw press system for the handling of sludge. Richetta had located similar screw presses in Oglesby and Sheridan and began to arrange a trip for village representatives to tour one of the facilities to see the system in action. To help increase safety for village motorists and pedestrians, the board passed a new stop sign ordinance.
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Officer Brian Gonet (left) was promoted to sergeant by Granville Chief of Police Kevin Moore during the Granville Village Board. Gonet has been with the Granville Police Department for almost four years.
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