Morrow County commissioners seek state help as jail project shows $1.5 million shortfall

Mar 4, 2026

County leaders scheduled a meeting with architects after revised estimates put an alternative jail design at about $8 million — roughly $1.5 million more than previously anticipated — and said they have asked a state representative to pursue supplemental funding.

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Morrow County commissioners said a planned jail project is facing a significant funding gap and scheduled a meeting with architects and design consultants to narrow options and costs.

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