“I take great pride in addressing the needs of the constituents and the communities I represent,” said Rep. Johnson.  “Lexington has been the exception to the rule for a Downstate Illinois community, and has seen fairly substantial growth.  Their existing infrastructure cannot continue to serve the growing population and Lexington is in dire need of a wastewater treatment system.  I have worked countless hours with Mayor Feigl and the community leaders on this project, and I am very confident that we can deliver the needed funding.”

The wastewater treatment system would include modern, state-of-the-art facilities, including a sanitary sewer collection system, pumping stations and a treatment plant.  This project upon completion would satisfy community needs, support further growth in Lexington and comply with all federal and state environmental regulations.