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Franklin County Legislature creates $1.11 million capital project to repair Elmer Road Bridge
Summary
Franklin County approved a $1,114,588.13 amendment to the 2026 budget to establish capital project accounts for Elmer Road Bridge repairs, with officials noting the project is expected to be 75% FEMA-eligible and 12.5% state-reimbursable.
The Franklin County Legislature on March 19 unanimously approved a capital project and budget amendment to repair damage to Elmer Road Bridge over Lawrence Brook (BIN 3337250). The amendment increases the project accounts by $1,114,588.13 to cover estimated costs of the work.
The Highway Superintendent told the Public Works & Services Committee the repairs stem from Tropical Storm Debby in August 2024; the resolution states the project is expected to be eligible for 75% reimbursement from FEMA and 12.5% from the State. The Legislature adopted the budget amendment on a motion by Legislator Lauzon, seconded by Legislator Dabiew.
The resolution establishes project accounts and appropriates funds for construction and related expenses. County officials emphasized that the county expects to receive the stated reimbursements but did not provide final reimbursement approvals or exact net county cost at the meeting.
The Legislature voted unanimously with two legislators noted as excused; the resolution directs staff to proceed with account setup and project planning consistent with county budget protocols. The county did not set an exact construction schedule in the meeting minutes; next steps are administrative actions to implement the capital project.
