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Ohio Senator Matt Huffman
$2.62 Billion Capital
Budget signed into law
Over $270K awarded for new public amphitheater in Versailles
COLUMBUS - On Friday, the state's Capital Budget was signed into law by
the Governor, investing $2.62 billion in Ohio's infrastructure and
local community projects.
The legislature generally approves a Capital Budget every two years
with the goal of funding needed improvements to public services and
facilities across the state, including schools, roads and bridges,
waterways and parks. For a full list of community projects by county,
click here.
“In addition to the multitude of statewide initiatives, I am especially
pleased with the many projects in the 12th District slated for
funding," said State Senator Matt Huffman (R-Lima). "These projects
offer important opportunities to advance the health, education, and
general wellness of our communities.”
LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CAPITAL BILL:
Supporting Culture and Education
$350,000 will go to the Champaign Aviation Museum to construct a new
hangar facility to expand their activity space.
$250,000 will be used to create a safe multi-use path between New
Bremen High School and the K-8 campus.
Over $270,000 is set aside to construct a new public amphitheater in
Versailles.
Supporting Local Infrastructure
$200,000 will be utilized to relocate the Allen County Engineer’s
Office.
$250,000 will be invested to complete improvements to Grand Lake’s
shoreline and water quality.
$100,000 will go to upgrades at the Allen County Justice Center.
Supporting Community Health and Wellness
$325,000 will help build the STAR Transitional Treatment House in
Shelby County, a home to help transition persons from prison to
independent life.
$500,000 will be redirected to make numerous recreation and athletic
facility improvements in Auglaize and Mercer counties.
Further appropriations are made to renovate parks in Greenville and
Fort Loramie.
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