The Illinois Department of Transportation announced several federal grants that will go toward tourism, including Route 66 sites.
According to the Belleville News-Democrat, $395,000 will be used to erect “experience hubs” and signs for Route 66 from East St. Louis to Chicago.
Also, in New Mexico, the state will receive $365,000 in federal funds to improve several scenic byways, including Route 66. According to an AP report, the money will be used for “roadside markers, interpretive exhibits and promotional materials.”
I’m glad they received some funds. Hopefully they can improve Route markings through Bloomington. That was the only place we “lost” the Route on our trip this summer.