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Photo: Grant money for new drinking fountains in Streator parks

Illinois American Water donates $4,100 to Live Well Streator for 2 new fountains

By Derek Barichello

Illinois American Water donated $4,100 to Live Well Streator to replace two water fountains in Streator parks. The new bi-level fountains, featuring a bottle filling station and pet hydration station will go in Central and City parks. (From left to right) Streator Mayor Jimmie Lansford; Holly Wheeler, operations superintendent for Illinois American Water's Streator District; and Ellen Vogel, of Live Well Streator, pose as Wheeler presents the mayor with the donation check. (Derek Barichello)

Illinois American Water donated $4,100 to Live Well Streator to replace two water fountains in Streator parks. The new bi-level fountains, featuring a bottle filling station and pet hydration station will go in Central and City parks. (From left to right) Streator Mayor Jimmie Lansford; Holly Wheeler, operations superintendent for Illinois American Water’s Streator District; and Ellen Vogel, of Live Well Streator, pose as Wheeler presents the mayor with the donation check.

Vogel said the idea for replacing the water fountains was suggested by Public Works Director Larry Hake. Vogel said Live Well Streator is planning to raise funds for a third water fountain that may be installed at Marilla Park.