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State grant delay and gas tax suspension could push Adams County road projects into next budget cycle
Summary
Staff told the board that INDOT delayed the Community Crossings matching grant from June to September and that the pause in the gas tax will reduce state disbursements, which will delay potential awards and may affect county project timing, including work on Bridge 96.
County staff told commissioners that the state has delayed the Community Crossings matching grant window from June to September, a change staff tied to suspended gas tax receipts.
Tony (Staff member) said the later grant window will push potential awards past the county's 2027 budget cycle and reduce state disbursements the county expected for road work. He described the situation as “a moving playing field” for planning and budgeting.
Separately, staff reported progress on Bridge 96: the county has received a draft agreement for the full replacement project, is surveying the corridor and will have utility locating (hydro excavator) to identify a water line and gas line before finalizing work. Construction was described by staff as unlikely before fiscal year 2030 given state schedules and design time.
Why it matters: A delayed grant window and decreased state gas tax receipts reduce the county's near‑term funding options and may force scheduling or scope adjustments for road and bridge projects that rely on matching funds.
Next steps: Staff will review the Bridge 96 draft agreement, complete utility locates and return the agreement to the commissioners for final approval; staff will also monitor grant schedule updates from INDOT and adjust county budget planning.
