County authorizes bidding for several bridge replacements and resurfacing projects; federal funds to cover majority of costs
November 05, 2025 | Lorain County, Ohio
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County staff said bridge projects are funded through federal programs managed in Ohio by the County Engineers Association of Ohio acting as program manager for funds routed through the Ohio Department of Transportation. Commissioners were told typical federal matches run about 80/20 (federal/local), though one project noted in the meeting was funded at 100% and another at 95% depending on credits.
"The bridge projects we get funding through the County Engineers Association of Ohio. They act as the program manager for federal funds that come into Ohio through ODOT," the county engineer said. Commissioners confirmed the county will use permissive funds (the local permissive motor vehicle license fee account) to provide local matching dollars where required.
Several subdivision plats in Columbia Township (Marsh Creek Way, Emerald Woods subdivisions) were accepted by the board as ready for dedication and inclusion in county records. Commissioners voted to approve the engineer resolutions and move the projects to the bidding stage.
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