Alton Recreation Center to Receive $1.1 Million Energy-Efficient Upgrades with FEMA Grant

The Alton Recreation Center is set for significant upgrades including a solar microgrid, backup generator, and energy-efficient HVAC system, funded by a $1.1 million FEMA grant. The project aims to prepare the center as a temporary shelter, initiated after Hurricane Hanna. Currently in the design phase, the upgrades are expected to be completed by 2027.

Published Mar 30, 2026

The Alton Recreation Center will undergo major upgrades to enhance its functionality as a temporary shelter. The project includes the installation of a solar microgrid, a backup generator, and an energy-efficient HVAC system, all funded by a $1.1 million grant from FEMA.

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This initiative follows the lessons learned from Hurricane Hanna. The project is currently in the design stage and is projected for completion by 2027.