Senator Romanchuk Announces Significant Funding for District Projects

Investment Represents First Phase of State Capital Budget Process

June 10, 2024

COLUMBUS—State Senator Mark Romanchuk (R-Ontario) announced the investment of millions from the One-Time Strategic Community Investment Fund (OTSCIF) to fund meaningful projects that will benefit our local communities and residents for years to come.

"These projects will enhance our children's education, our health, and our safety," said Senator Romanchuk. "I am pleased we have been able to obtain significant funding for so many worthwhile endeavors."

The following projects were awarded funding to Senate District 22:

$1.5 million to Mansfield Christian School to add classrooms and cafeteria space in order to serve more students. It will also provide a new Career Academy Program, designed to connect students to local employers.

$1.4 million toward construction of the Akron Children's Medina Health Center.

$1 million to Cinnamon Lake Sanitation for operation and maintenance upgrades.

$1.15 million to Avita Comprehensive Cancer Center to provide a new 26,000 sq. ft. cancer care facility. 14 chemotherapy rooms, a Radiation Oncology Suite, and a specialized pharmacy will be included.

$600,000 to Plymouth Fire Department for a new firehouse to include: sleeping area, offices, training, and community room.

This unique, one-time fund was established under the state's current operating budget, House Bill 33, passed by the Ohio General Assembly in June of 2023.

The OTSCIF set aside $700 million as an additional source of funding that communities and organizations could apply for to help with projects that might not qualify as part of the state's traditional Capital Budget that happens every two years.

Each chamber developed a plan for $350 million of the total amount while coordinating good faith negotiations to determine projects for the OTSCIF.

The Senate Finance Committee will begin hearings on the bill addressing the OTSCIF funding immediately. Click here for a list of projects and a link highlighting specific projects in senators’ districts. Follow On The Record for additional updates as the Capital Budget advances through the General Assembly.