Senator Wilkin Announces Millions More for District Projects
COLUMBUS—State Senator Shane Wilkin (R-Hillsboro) announced millions of dollars will fund key Capital Budget projects across Senate District 17. This is the second phase of the process following last week’s announcement of a $350 million investment by the Senate in Ohio communities from the One-Time Strategic Community Investment Fund.
"After diligent work, I am proud to say that every county in the 17th Senate District received funding. This investment represents another great day for our Appalachian communities," said Senator Wilkin. "It was a privilege to hold the gavel to get the process rolling so these dollars give our recreational and cultural activities, historic gems, and workforce training hubs the boost they need to keep serving Southern Ohioans for generations to come."
The projects funded in Senator Wilkin's district include:
- Historic Washington Auditorium Project $500,000
- Annex construction $100,000
- Haskins Park Pickleball / Basketball Court Restoration $100,000
- Haskins Park Splashpad $100,000
- Museum restoration and AirBnB construction $75,000
- Information Technology Center of Excellence $1,000,000
- Rocky Fork Lake State Park East End Overlook Retreat Banquet Center Renovation Project $170,000
- Camp Wyandot - Historic Camper Cabin Project $100,000
- Louve Theater $1,500,000
- Roadway and recreation walking track repair $250,000
- South Point Park Improvements $200,000
- Performing Arts Stage $200,000
- Outdoor restroom facility construction $100,000
- Hocking College Advanced Manufacturing Lab $200,000
- Crooksville Wade Pool Rehabilitation $65,000
- Pike Heritage Museum Phase II Exterior Rehabilitation Project $75,000
- Chillicothe Paints Stadium $500,000
- Paint Creek Youth Center - Multipurpose Community Building $250,000
- Vinton County Park District Upgrades $275,000
The Capital Budget also 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.
The legislature generally approves a Capital Budget every two years, funding needed improvements to public services and facilities across the state, including schools, infrastructure, and mental health and addiction facilities.
The House and Senate introduced similar legislation today that will be vetted in both chambers. See a full list of Capital Budget projects by clicking here, and follow On the Record to keep updated on this year’s process.