Summary
The committee revisited a state tourism grant that could fund festivals or attractions in Belleville. Its fate affects how the city promotes tourism and events.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown — the grant amount and use were not stated in the available materials.
Local event organizers, tourism businesses, and visitors would benefit from grant-funded attractions or festivals.
Local tourism and event organizers lose a potential funding source.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council (Regular) - Sep 8, 2026
The council voted to turn back a roughly $423,000 state tourism grant, with some members calling it bad luck but necessary. The money will not fund local tourism projects.
Economic Development & Annexation Committee - Sep 2, 2026
The committee was scheduled to discuss the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity 2023 Tourism Attractions & Festivals Grant. State grant funds could support local festivals or attractions without relying solely on local tax dollars.
Economic Development & Annexation Committee - Jul 1, 2026
The committee revisited a state tourism grant that could fund festivals or attractions in Belleville. Its fate affects how the city promotes tourism and events.
City officials disagree on whether to ‘give back’ state grant for Belleville market
City officials disagree on whether to ‘give back’ state grant for Belleville market Belleville News-Democrat
City Council (Regular) - May 18, 2026
The council nearly gave back a $424,850 state tourism grant won three years ago for an indoor year-round market, but costs, parking problems and a failing wall stalled the project. Ald. Randle argued the city should find another indoor location rather than return the money, and the council sent the question to the Economic Development Committee with a deadline looming at year's end.
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