Senator Reynolds Announces Millions for District Projects

June 4, 2026

COLUMBUS—State Senator Michele Reynolds (R-Canal Winchester) voted for Senate Bill 450, Ohio's Capital Budget, delivering millions in funding for community projects across the 3rd Senate District.

The State Legislature generally approves a capital appropriations budget every two years to fund needed improvements to public services and facilities across the state, including schools, infrastructure, and mental health and addiction facilities.

"I'm proud to have secured funding for these impactful projects,” said Senator Reynolds. “These projects reflect the values of the communities I represent and I know they will strengthen our neighborhoods across the district. I look forward to watching the positive effect this funding will have on the region."

Projects receiving funding in the 3rd Senate District are the following:

Franklin County

Prairie Township Sports Complex Amenities Project - $1,000,000
Canal Winchester Area Historical Society Improvements - $605,000
Little Theatre off Broadway Improvements - $500,000
Town Center Park Improvements - $500,000
Van Buren Community Shelter Improvements - $350,000
McGill Park Old Town Connector - $250,000
HEART Market and Resource Hub Pantry - $200,000
Green Lawn Abbey Preservation Association - $125,000

Pickaway County

Barthelmas Park Aquatic Facility - $2,000,000
Pickaway Agriculture and Events Center - $500,000
Haven House Renovations - $345,000
Memorial Hall Improvements - $125,000
Ted Lewis Park Improvements - $125,000
New Hope Accessible Classroom Project - $100,000
Mt. Oval Historic House and Farm Project - $50,000

Madison County

Fire & EMS Training Facility of Central Ohio - $400,000
Close the Gap London - $300,000
McDowell Athletic Complex Renovation - $250,000
Plain City Splash Pad in Public Square - $250,000
Ohio Premier Training Facility - $200,000

The Capital Budget also directs $611 million to new construction and facility upgrades at Ohio's public schools, nearly $425 million to higher education institutions, and over $250 million towards supporting programs overseen by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

Click here for a full list of projects receiving funding in the 2027-2028 Capital Appropriations Bill.

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