STATEHOUSE (April 10, 2024) – Local communities can roll forward with road and bridge projects thanks to a recent boost in state funding supported area lawmakers.
A total of 252 communities across the state will receive over $207 million through Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program. Salem will receive $451,683 and Washington County will receive $1.5 million. Funds can be used for road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements and other items.
"Businesses both small and large need and rely on Indiana's roads, because they're what keep our economy moving," said State Rep. Jim Lucas (R-Seymour). "We know that the cost of everything, including road maintenance, continues to go up, so these state dollars are really coming at a critical time. I look forward to seeing more improvements in our area."
"It's great to see communities of all sizes work with the state to stretch their dollars and complete projects," said State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford). "I encourage other local communities with infrastructure projects to apply for the next round of matching grants."
To qualify for the competitive grant, smaller municipalities provide a 25 percent match in local funds, while larger communities provide a 50 percent match. State law requires 50 percent of the available matching funds be awarded annually to communities within counties with a population of 50,000 or fewer. Since 2016, Community Crossings has awarded more than $1.6 billion to improve local roads and bridges.
"Driving is a necessity in everyday life, whether it's going to school, to work or running errands," said State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown). "All Hoosiers rely on our roads, bridges and highways to be safe and functioning, and this funding helps locals spread their dollars further so that they can make critical infrastructure investments."
Visit in.gov/indot/communitycrossings and click on "Community Crossings Matching Grant" to learn more about the program.
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State Rep. Karen Engleman (R-Georgetown) represents House District 70,
which includes all of Harrison County, and portions of Clark, Floyd and Washington counties.
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State Rep. Jim Lucas (R-Seymour) represents House District 69,
which includes portions of Bartholomew, Jackson, Scott and Washington counties.
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State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford) represents House District 65,
which includes all of Lawrence County, and portions of Jackson, Orange and Washington counties.
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