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County weighs flex-fund grants and prioritization for paving; commissioners ask for traffic study
Summary
Road officials discussed bridge grant semifinalists, a possible County Road 8 paving application with large local match, and the need for traffic counts and right-of-way clarifications before committing to major paving projects.
County road officials updated the commission on multiple transportation funding and project matters, including bridge applications in a semifinal round of the state flex fund, a potential paving application for County Road 8 that would require a sizable local match, and the need for traffic-count data and right-of-way research before proceeding.
Why it matters: Decisions about applying for large grants and matching funds can create multi-year capital commitments and affect which gravel roads are prioritized for paving across the county.
Highlights from the update: Road staff said two bridge projects — one in Hegton Township over the North Branch of the Turtle River and one in Americus on County Road…
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