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  • Local Government

    Wilkin Announces More Than $5 Million for Career-Technical Programs

    State Senator Shane Wilkin (R-Hillsboro) has announced that more than $5 million is coming to the 17th Senate District to support career-technical education programs. The award recipients, including schools such as Adena Local, Dawson-Bryant Local, Lawrence County, and New Lexington School District, will use the funds to prepare Ohio's students for future careers."Our state is reaping the benefits of economic success, and it is critical that our children are prepared to meet the ever-growing demands of the workforce," expressed Wilkin. "I’m excited these funds are coming...

  • Local Government

    Pizzulli Highlights Controlling Board Funding for State to Purchase Land Back from Nature Conservancy

    State Rep. Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) announced that the Ohio Controlling Board has approved the release of $709,900 for the Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry to expand Shawnee State Forest. The funding will be used to acquire 250 acres of land from the Nature Conservancy, a move that will put authority over the land back in the hands of local leaders.“This purchase will put authority over the land back in the hands of local leaders,” said Pizzulli. “The concerns of our Township Trustees were heard loud and clear, and this is an important step...

  • Local Government

    Wilkin Announces $1.7 Million for Jackson County Road Project

    COLUMBUS—State Senator Shane Wilkin (R-Hillsboro) today announced the Ohio Controlling Board has released $1,707,033 for the General Tibits Drive project in Jackson County. The project aims to create 172 jobs through roadwork and state assistance."This critical roadwork will create new jobs, new businesses and, in turn, new opportunities for the people of Jackson and the whole county," expressed Wilkin. He further added, "This is a great day for our entire area, and I'm excited to see the results of this project in the future."The roadwork will involve the construction...

  • Local Government

    Ohio Senate Passes O'Brien's Veterans Memorial Bridge Bill

    COLUMBUS—Today the Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill 45, sponsored by State Senator Sandra O'Brien (R-Ashtabula), which dedicates the bridge on State Route 534 spanning the Mahoning River in the Village of Newton Falls in Trumbull County as the “Veterans Memorial Bridge.”"This bridge will honor the Veterans of the Village of Newton Falls and Newton Falls Township for their service and sacrifice to the country and their community," said State Senator Sandra O'Brien. "I'm elated the Senate has passed this recognition for our hometown heroes who protect and defend our...

  • Local Government

    Wilkin Announces Grants for Scrap Tire Dumping Prevention

    COLUMBUS—State Senator Shane Wilkin (R-Hillsboro) today announced three entities in the 17th Senate District have been awarded $53,455 to help health districts and solid waste management districts provide education and outreach to scrap tire-generating businesses on best practices to prevent illegal dumping. The funding comes from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's Scrap Tire Education and Outreach Grant."These dollars will help our solid waste districts and health departments educate our local businesses on how to prevent the widespread open dumping of scrap...

  • Local Government

    Wilkin Gives an Update on the State Capital Budget Process

    State Senator Shane Wilkin (R-Hillsboro) has provided an update to community partners across the 17th Senate District regarding the state's Capital Budget and the One-Time Strategic Community Investment Fund. The Capital Budget Bill, passed every two years by the Ohio Legislature, aims to support local community projects and infrastructure. This year, there is an additional $700 million available for projects throughout the state, thanks to the creation of the "One-Time Strategic Community Investment Fund" in House Bill 33, last year's operating budget.Senator Wilkin has...

  • Local Government

    Pizzulli Welcomes Constituents to Ohio Statehouse

    State Rep. Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) recently hosted Pastor Jared Timberlake and Miss Ohio Teen Paisley French at the Ohio Statehouse. Timberlake, the pastor of Sandhill Christian Baptist Church, had the honor of delivering the opening prayer during the Ohio House session. Pizzulli expressed his gratitude, stating, "It was wonderful to be with Pastor Timberlake last week. I appreciate him taking the time to give the opening prayer before the session."Additionally, French, a resident of Wheelersburg, Ohio, received a commendation for her outstanding accomplishments...

  • Local Government

    Ohio House Passes Strategic Community Investment Fund

    The Ohio House of Representatives has approved the historic Strategic Community Investment Fund, as part of Substitute House Bill 2. The one-time funding, totaling nearly $16.2 million, will be used for statewide, regional, and local projects. This includes $5 million for a new welcome center for the Wayne National Forest and $2.5 million for a new facility for the Gallia County Council on Aging.According to Speaker Stephens, this investment is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on Ohio's communities. He stated, "There is a bright future ahead for Ohio. This has been...

  • Local Government

    Pizzulli Secures $5 Million for Scioto County Projects

    COLUMBUS—The Ohio House of Representatives has passed Substitute House Bill 2, which will allocate $350 million in one-time project funding from the Strategic Community Investment Fund. State Representative Justin Pizzulli, who represents Scioto County, announced that more than $5 million of this funding will directly serve Scioto County and the surrounding communities.Pizzulli expressed his excitement about the investment, stating, "I am excited to champion investment into the 90th district. These initiatives will strengthen the greater Appalachian region for generations...

  • Local Government

    Pizzulli Secures $3.1 Million for Adams County Projects

    The Ohio House of Representatives has passed Substitute House Bill 2, which will provide $350 million in one-time project funding from the Strategic Community Investment Fund. State Rep. Justin Pizzulli (R-Scioto County) announced that nearly $3.1 million of this funding will be allocated to Adams County and the surrounding communities."I am excited to champion investment into the 90th district," said Pizzulli. "These initiatives will strengthen the greater Appalachian region for generations to come."The investments proposed by Pizzulli include $2.5 million to expand...

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