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Cicero Floods Get Serious Fix | Chicago News
Cicero, Illinois is finally rolling out a $96 million flood resilience program after nearly three years of devastation — the first homeowner already sees results with a new check valve stopping sewage backups. Funded by federal dollars, this initiative tackles an aging sewer system strained by neighboring towns and extreme weather. While eligibility requires owning a home hit in 2023 and meeting income limits, even non-qualifiers can get up to $2,000 toward installation. Beyond valves, funds will upgrade critical infrastructure — a long-term bet against rising flood risks. Listen in…
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