For Release: Wednesday, October 22, 2003
Contact: David Gillies: (202) 225-5661

COSTELLO ANNOUNCES HUD GRANT FOR MADISON COUNTY

Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Madison County Housing Authority has been awarded a $41,133 grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The funds will be used to continue the county's Rental Certificate/Housing Choice Voucher Family Self-Sufficiency Program coordinator position.

"The coordinator helps local residents toward self-sufficiency," Costello said. "Helping provide a sound living environment is an important service and I will continue to support these efforts."

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