Cutrona Announces Millions for District Projects
COLUMBUS—State Senator Al Cutrona (R-Canfield) announced the investment of over $27 million dollars to support meaningful projects that will benefit the Mahoning Valley and the 33rd Senate District for years to come.
These dollars were included in House Bill 2, the Capital Budget bill which was sponsored by Cutrona, making it the first time in decades that a non-finance chair has sponsored this budget legislation.
"By investing in these projects we have the chance to fundamentally transform our state's landscape," said Cutrona."We are building our home for a brighter tomorrow through targeted investment in workforce, tourism, infrastructure, health, and more. This legislation will touch the lives of every Ohioan today and for generations to come."The legislature generally approves a Capital Budget every two years, funding improvements to public services and facilities across the state, including schools, infrastructure, and mental health and addiction facilities. House Bill 2 includes $600 million for new construction and facility upgrades at Ohio's public schools and $575 million for local infrastructure projects such as roads and water and sewer projects.
In addition to the traditional capital budget, the One-Time Strategic Community Investment Fund (OTSCIF) set aside $700 million as another source of funding. This money allowed communities and organizations to apply for help with projects that might not have qualified as part of the state's traditional Capital Budget which happens every two years.
Projects funded in Senator Cutrona's district include:
Mahoning County:
Penguin City Brewing Company Upgrade Project
Mahoning Valley Historical Society Expansion and Improvement
Rich Center for Autism Building for Tomorrow
YNG Aviation Education Center
Eastern Ohio Biztown Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship Center
Regional Workforce Training and Community Wellness Center
Western Reserve Greenway Phase 4
Butler Institute of Art Studio Maker Space
City of Portland Sheridan Rd. Multi-Use Trail
Youngstown Playhouse Upgrades
Milton Township Courtesy Boat Docks
Animal Charity of Ohio Infrastructure Expansion
Community Learning Center
West Brand Regional Community Education and Wellness Training Center in Mahoning County
Mahoning Valley Historical Society Expansion
Campbell Access and Safety Project
Mahoning County Veterans Center
Salem Airpark Improvements
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation Building Expansion
Mahoning Valley Regional Multi-Jurisdictional Infrastructure Initiative
Boys and Girls Club of Youngstown
Youngstown Playhouse Roof
Columbiana County:
Marina Boat Dock Riverside Renovation
Salem City Village Green Lincoln Plaza
Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail Culvert Replacement
Kerestes Cliffs Park
Columbiana County Annex/Drug Task Force Building
Utica Shale Academy Improvements
East Palestine Village Safety Complex
Hanover Township Fire and Emergency Medical Services Expansion Initiative
Lepper Restoration Project
Carroll County:
Buckeye Council, BSA
Carroll County Annex Building Rehab
Seven Ranges Scout Reservation Facility Upgrades
Dellroy Village Storm Drain and Street Repair
Carroll County Agricultural Service Center
Minerva Downtown Revitalization Project
Dellroy Village Office / Garage Renovations
Other projects funded in House Bill 2 that impact the Mahoning Valley include the following:
Bazetta Twp. Park Imagination Station ADA Playground
Renovation of Wellman Theater
Copper Penny Building
Cortland Safety Service Complex / Training Facility
West Warren Industrial Park Traffic and Fire Suppression Improvements
Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Academy and Preschool
Eastwood Field Renovations
Trumbull County Fairgrounds Grandstand Renovation
Cortland’s Outdoor Education & Event Space
Bloomfield Regional Emergency Medical Services Renovation Project
Mosquito Lake State Park Water Improvements
Camp Sugarbush Infrastructure Improvements
John F. Kennedy Renovation Project
Hubbard Outpost Sanitary Sewer Project
Victory Christian School Renovation
Liberty Township Fire and EMS Project
House Bill 2 has been signed into law by Governor DeWine and it will take effect immediately. See a full list of Capital Budget projects by clicking here.