Grants have been given to local libraries in Springfield Decatur and Litchfield. State Senator Doris Turner announced that nearly $300,000 has been given to the area libraries to improve services and offer new products to residents. Senator Turner says that she wants to invest in libraries by providing free access to educational, news, and historical resources helps keep communities informed. The Lincoln Library will receive $171,468, The Decatur Public Library is expected to receive $112,279, and the Litchfield Public Library District will receive $13,263.
The money is coming from the Illinois Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants Program and has helped public libraries with a low library tax base to ensure a minimum level of funding. For more information, visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/library/grants/plpc_equalization.html.
