Governor Quinn Recognizes Contributions of Volunteers with Governor’s Home Town Awards

SPRINGFIELD, IL - October 30, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn today recognized hundreds of volunteers for their hard work and dedication towards improving their communities. The Governor’s Home Town Awards were given for 46 projects during a ceremony at the Executive Mansion in Springfield

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Hare Announces Over $1 Million in Recovery Act Funds to Prevent Homelessness in Decatur, Springfield

September 23, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Phil Hare (D-IL) today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded Decatur $623,309 and Springfield $516,191 from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the new Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program (HPRP).These grants offer communities a resource to provide short- and medium-term rental assistance and services to prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless or to quickly re-house those who are experiencing homelessness.

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Douglas Administration Announces $5.9 Million in Housing Grants

Bellows Falls, Vt.- July 8, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) – Douglas administration officials announced three major affordable housing grants on Tuesday that will create or restore housing in Springfield, Johnson, and Bellows Falls.

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Governor Quinn Announces more than $21 million for Parks and Open Space

SPRINGFIELD, IL - May 7, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — At the Illinois Association of Park Districts Legislative Conference in Springfield, Governor Pat Quinn announced $21.2 million in grants for 59 park development and land acquisition projects throughout Illinois.

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Ohio Housing Finance Agency Board approves Annual Plan

COLUMBUS, OH - February 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) Board today approved the Annual Plan, which addresses the state’s affordable housing needs in Ohio.

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Main Street Improvements Begin in South End

December 10, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that the City of Springfield has begun executing plans for improvements to Main Street in the City’s South End Neighborhood.  These efforts are part of the overall South End Revitalization Plan that calls for streetscape improvements along Main Street from downtown to the […]

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Department on Aging Warns Seniors to Prepare Homes and Get Flu Shots in Preparation for Winter

SPRINGFIELD, IL - December 10, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — To prepare for this year’s cold winter weather, Illinois Department on Aging Director Charles D. Johnson today urged older people and their families to recognize that winter poses a special threat to seniors. Topping the winter “to do” list should be to get a flu shot […]

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Hampshire Partners Fund VII Acquires 122,599-Square-Foot Industrial Property In Springfield, N.J. in Joint Venture with Tulfra Realty Company

Springfield, N.J. - October 25, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) —  The Hampshire Companies, a full-service, private real estate investment fund manager with equity in assets valued at more than $2 billion, in a joint venture with Tulfra Realty Company, LLC have announced the acquisition of a 122,599-square-foot industrial building located at 21 Fadem Road in Springfield, N.J., from […]

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Hampshire Partners Fund VII Acquires 122,599-Square-Foot Industrial Property in Springfield, N.J.

Springfield, N.J. - October 2, 2008  - (RealEstateRama) — The Hampshire Companies, a full-service, private real estate investment fund manager with equity in assets valued at more than $2 billion, has announced the acquisition of a 122,599-square-foot industrial building located at 21 Fadem Road in Springfield, N.J., from R.F.B. Realty Corp. Hampshire’s investment was made […]

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Gov. Blagojevich Applauds Senate Committee Action on Landmark Homeowner Protection Legislation

New measure creates 60-day moratorium on foreclosure if families seek help
SPRINGFIELD – The Homeowner Protection Act, Senate Bill 1998, first announced by Governor Blagojevich last month and sponsored by Senator Jacqueline Collins (D-Chicago), cleared its first legislative obstacle earlier today when it was approved by the Senate Licensed Activities Committee.

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