CENTRALIA, IL — The City of Centralia has announced the creation of a new Department of Recreation, which will oversee local facilities, programs, and activities. Galen Mahle, a former program coordinator and assistant executive director at the Centralia Recreation Complex, will lead the department. Mahle expressed his excitement about returning to Centralia to direct youth programs. The City Council also discussed changes to funding for the Celebrate Centralia event, directing funds toward tourism marketing. Additionally, several resolutions were approved, including improvements to the Amtrak station and maintenance funding for streets.