GLEN CARBON: Budzinski Delivers $1.1 Million for New Water Treatment Facility

GLEN CARBON, IL — Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) presented the Village of Glen Carbon with a check for $1.1 million in new federal funding to support the construction of a new municipally owned water treatment facility. The facility, which will be capable of processing up to three million gallons of water a day, will strengthen Glen Carbon’s water infrastructure while giving the village greater control over costs, long-term planning, and reliability for residents and local businesses. 
Budzinski secured the funding through the Fiscal Year 2026 Community Project Funding process. In total, $27.8 million in funding for local projects has been signed into law this year. To learn more about the additional projects, click HERE.

“This investment is about putting Glen Carbon families first,” said Congresswoman Budzinski. “By building a municipally owned water treatment facility, the village will gain control of its water supply, plan for the future, and keep rates more affordable. I was proud to work with our local partners to secure this funding, and today marks an important first step toward lasting benefits for this community.”

“We are grateful to Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski for securing this $1.1 million Community Project Funding grant for Glen Carbon’s Water Treatment Plant. This investment will allow us to move forward with a project that will benefit our community for years to come,” said Mayor Bob Marcus.

“Having a Glen Carbon water treatment facility gives us control over water quality, treatment methods, testing and more. With our growing community, it makes sense in our long-term strategic planning,” said Jamie Bowden, Village Administrator. 

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