COLUMBUS, Ohio  — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, along with Lt. Governor Jon Husted and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik, announced today that nearly three dozen communities across the state will receive funding to complete essential infrastructure and neighborhood improvement projects.

A total of $18.2 million in grants will be distributed to 34 communities for a variety of projects, including upgrading water and sewer systems, replacing roads and sidewalks, improving parks, enhancing recreational facilities, and purchasing new fire trucks.

“With this funding, we are addressing vital needs in communities across the state,” said Governor DeWine. “From upgrading water and sewer systems to enhancing public safety and improving parks, these projects will make Ohio’s neighborhoods stronger and safer for generations.”

Lt. Governor Husted emphasized the importance of strong infrastructure for economic growth. “Through this funding, we are helping Ohio’s communities develop the resources that are critical to job creation and a higher quality of life,” he said.

The grants are divided into two categories: Neighborhood Revitalization and Critical Infrastructure. Ten communities will share $7.5 million in Neighborhood Revitalization grants for projects like public facility improvements and fire protection enhancements in low- and moderate-income areas. Meanwhile, 24 communities will receive a total of $10.7 million in Critical Infrastructure grants for high-priority projects such as flood and drainage improvements, water and sewer upgrades, and street reconstruction.

Director Mihalik highlighted the everyday impact of these projects. “This type of infrastructure may not always be visible, but its impact is felt every day,” she said. “These projects will strengthen the foundation of our communities, making them safer, more resilient, and better prepared to be Ohio’s next great economic success story.”

Some specific projects include:

  • Jackson County will receive $430,600 to improve street infrastructure in Wellston, benefiting 5,465 people.
  • Pickaway County will get $500,000 for flood and drainage improvements in Ashville, benefiting 1,085 people.
  • Another $500,000 will go to Pickaway County for water facility upgrades in Circleville, benefiting 3,150 people.
  • Ross County will receive $500,000 for sewage system replacements in Adelphi, benefiting 365 people.
  • Ross County will also get $500,000 for street improvements in Clarksburg, benefiting 535 people.
  • Scioto County will receive $500,000 for flood and drainage improvements in New Boston, benefiting 2,070 people.
  • Another $500,000 will go to Scioto County for flood and drainage improvements in Otway, benefiting 100 people.
  • Athens County will receive $750,000 for multiple improvements in Jacksonville, benefiting 610 people.
  • Pickaway County will get $750,000 for various projects in Williamsport, benefiting 1,225 people.
  • Scioto County will receive $750,000 for improvements in New Boston, benefiting 2,070 people.