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Ammons, Faraci to host Town Hall on energy costs, service cuts in Champaign

“It’s been an erratic year, led by careless decisions in Washington, where Illinois has had to gear up and make tough choices." Photo: Metro Services


CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — As concerns grow over rising utility bills and reductions to local social services, State Representative Carol Ammons and State Senator Paul Faraci are inviting residents to share their perspectives during a public town hall this Thursday.

The event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sept. 18 in the 4th floor North Room of the Illinois Terminal Building, located at 45 E. University Avenue in Champaign. It is free and open to the public.

“This is a great opportunity for local residents to gather as we discuss Central Illinois’ most pressing issues, and dive into hyperlocal and state developments that impact our neighborhoods across U-C,” Ammons said in a statement. “It’s been an erratic year, led by careless decisions in Washington, where Illinois has had to gear up and make tough choices. I’m eager to sit with my neighbors to discuss our needs and values as we head into a fall session.”

Topics expected to be discussed include rising energy costs, cuts to social services, and other state-level challenges with local impacts. The town hall is part of ongoing efforts by Ammons and Faraci to maintain open communication with constituents and gather input ahead of the fall legislative session in Springfield.

For more information, residents can contact Ammons’ office at communications@staterepcarolammons.com.

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