Barnesville Included in $11.7 Million State Community Infrastructure Awards
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Development on Monday announced the release of more than $11.7 million through three state-funded programs that will enhance communities and support business expansion.
Of the investments, more than $9 million has been designated to improve community infrastructure through the Roadwork Development Grant (629) Program.
ROADWORK DEVELOPMENT GRANT
The Roadwork Development Grant (629) Program provides funding to local jurisdictions with an economic development project to assist with eligible public roadwork improvements. It also helps employers in creating or preserving employment opportunities.
The village of Barnesville (Belmont County) is receiving $438,240. Roadwork will consist of the resurfacing and widening of the intersection at Church Street and North Chestnut Street along with upgraded signalization at the intersection.
Upon hearing the news, Barnesville Mayor Jake Hershberger said, “I am grateful and excited that the Village of Barnesville has been awarded these funds. Thank you to OMEGA, May Engineering, the Belmont County Port Authority, Bel-O-Mar, and the local partners who made this possible”.
The project, just one block from Barnesville Elementary School, will result in a safer route for school children, their parents and the public.
“With T.J. Jefferis’ new downtown building and Barnesville Vision Center expanding nearby, this development-driven investment comes at the right time,” Hershberger said.
The Ohio Department of Development press release said the funds were awarded “in support of the AMfg Labs project. The roadwork will accommodate increased truck traffic, resulting from the new AMfg Labs facility on North Chestnut Street. The project will create up to 60 jobs.”
Road work projects in seven other jurisdictions will also receive funds. The grantees are:
- Wood County Port Authority
- Port Authority of Allen County
- Hocking County
- City of Youngstown
- Lawrence County Port Authority
- Village of Killbuck (Holmes County)
- City of Columbiana
More details on these projects are shared in the Ohio Department of Development press release.
For more information about how to apply and to find out if a project is eligible, visit the Roadwork Development Grant (629) program website.
Two loans for private projects were also announced. Both are in the City of Columbus.
166 DIRECT LOAN SERVICING
The 166 Direct Loan Servicing program aids businesses that have been previously approved for a loan by the state of Ohio’s Controlling Board.
A loan was approved for CAG Rivrside Flats Acquitisions, LLC to assist in financing the construction of a 322-space public parking garage
REGIONAL 166 DIRECT LOAN
The Regional 166 Direct Loan Program promotes economic development, job creation, and job retention by providing low-interest loans to businesses with limited access to adequate capital from private funding sources.
Antares Station LLC will receive funds to assist in financing the purchase of a 2,500-square-feet condo-suite.
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The Ohio Department of Development empowers communities to succeed by investing in Ohio’s people, places, and businesses. Learn more about our work at www.development.ohio.gov .
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