STATEHOUSE (Nov. 6, 2023) – Significant state funding is in route to local communities to help complete road and bridge projects, according to area legislators.
State funding is available for local projects through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, including road and bridge preservation, road reconstruction, intersection improvements, and other items. In total, over 180 towns, cities, and counties will receive more than $91 million in state matching grants.
"Our communities are connected to several highly traveled roadways, which play a critical role in supporting local businesses and key industries," said State Rep. Kyle Pierce (R-Anderson). "Madison County is a major force in Indiana's economy, so it's essential to maintain quality infrastructure to keep that momentum moving forward."
Area grant recipients include:
"This funding will go a long way in maintaining our local roads and bridges," said State Rep. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield), vice chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, which is responsible for crafting the state budget. "The Community Crossings program has helped communities large and small take care of their infrastructure needs, and I look forward to seeing its continued success."
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 $1.2 billion to improve local roads and bridges.
"Community Crossings grants have helped many cities and towns make road improvements," said State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray, a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, which is tasked with crafting the state budget. "This round of funding will help communities reach their infrastructure goals."
"Thanks to our state's fiscal responsibility, we're able to continue successful programs like this without placing debt on future generations," said State Rep. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers). "These communities can tackle critical infrastructure projects to keep Hoosiers and visitors safe as they travel our roads."
"Indiana's infrastructure has been greatly boosted by support from the Community Crossings program," said State Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion). "It's encouraging to see local and state leaders work together on projects like these, and I hope to see continued partnerships in the future."
Visit in.gov/indot/communitycrossings and click on "Community Crossings Matching Grant" to access the full list of award recipients, and learn more about the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program.
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State Rep. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) represents House District 53,
which includes portions of Hancock and Madison counties.
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State Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion) represents House District 31,
which includes portions of Grant and Madison counties.
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State Rep. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) represents House District 88,
which includes portions of Hamilton, Hancock, Madison and Marion counties.
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State Rep. Kyle Pierce (R-Anderson) represents House District 36,
which includes a portion of Madison County.
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State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) represents House District 35,
which includes portions of Delaware and Madison counties.
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