FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CARBONDALE - The City of Carbondale will soon receive $2 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the City’s Homeless Center Facility Rehab project. 

Earlier this year, Senator Duckworth, on behalf of the City of Carbondale, submitted a Congressional Directed Spending request for the City’s Homeless Center Facility Rehab project for $2 million that was included in the Consolidated Appropriations Act.  

H.R. 7148, Consolidated Appropriations Act, was signed into law on February 3rd, 2026. 

The funding for the Homeless Center Facility Rehab Project will be used for the shelter improvement initiative that will provide updated amenities and accessibility.  

“Our state and our nation are stronger when we invest in our communities and families—and that’s one of the things Congressionally Directed Spending allows us to do,” U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth said. “I’m proud I successfully secured $2 million for the City of Carbondale for the development of a new homeless shelter through the FY26 Congressionally Directed Spending process. I met with city leaders and local advocates in Carbondale last year and saw firsthand how more support is critically needed to address the growing homelessness issue in the region and help those in need. I look forward to seeing this shelter built and its impact on the Carbondale community.” 

The City is currently working in partnership with the Warming Center and Good Samaritan to explore the best options for this new location. 

For media requests contact Public Relations Officer, Eva Fisher, at 618-713-0711 or email at efisher@carbondaleil.gov. 

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