For Release: Wednesday, July 12, 2006

GREATER EGYPT REGIONAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
RECEIVES EDA GRANT

Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Greater Egypt Regional Planning and Development Commission, located in Carbondale, has been awarded a $68,628 grant by the Economic Development Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce.  The funds will be used to support long-term regional economic development planning efforts.

"This funding provides important support for local projects," Costello said.  "Economic development depends on sound planning and cooperation at all levels of government."

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