For Release: Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661

COSTELLO ANNOUNCES DOT FUNDS TO BE USED IN MADISON COUNTY

WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Illinois Department of Transportation has received a $5,000,000 Clean Fuels grant through the Federal Transit Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. The funds will be used in Madison County to replace inefficient gas and diesel-powered buses.

“Maintaining efficient transportation systems gives commuters options and saves fuel, and this needs to be a part of any national energy policy,” said Costello, a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. “I will continue to work to ensure there are adequate resources for these programs.”

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