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County exploring funding options for CH 5–I‑80 interchange repairs; May lettings announced
Summary
The County Engineer said the department is initiating slope, guardrail and pavement repairs at the CH 5 and I-80 interchange and is exploring federal, state and local funding options; local sources discussed included the Highway Fund and landfill tipping fees in the General Fund. Upcoming lettings are set for May 5, 2026.
County Engineer Scott Stephenson told the committee the department is initiating a project to repair slopes, guardrails and pavement at the CH 5 and I-80 interchange and that alternate funding sources are being explored. "The Department is initiating a project to repair slopes, guardrails, and pavement at the CH 5 and I-80 Interchange. Alternate funding sources are being explored, including federal, state, and local funds," Stephenson said.
Stephenson said local funding may include the Highway Fund and the General Fund (for example, landfill tipping fees). He also announced upcoming lettings scheduled for May 5, 2026: Township Grinding at 9:00 a.m., Township Material at 9:15 a.m., and a Fuel System Upgrade project letting at 10:00 a.m. The minutes did not specify dollar amounts, award schedules or external agency commitments for the interchange work.
