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Committee backs using MFT funds to cover $30,000 construction‑engineering cost for Safe Routes to School
Summary
The committee recommended council approval to use $30,000 in MFT funds so Benton Engineering can begin construction engineering for the Safe Routes to School project; the city will pay up front and be reimbursed 80% ($24,000) by the grant.
The Virden Public Works Committee recommended the City Council approve using Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) funds to pay a $30,000 construction‑engineering fee to Benton Engineering for the Safe Routes to School project. Mayor George Murphy explained the grant is an 80/20 grant; the city must pay the $30,000 up front and is expected to be reimbursed approximately $24,000 (80%).
Committee members voted unanimously to forward the recommendation to council. Murphy said he will contact Stefanie Ballinger to determine the expected timeframe for reimbursement. The committee indicated it will use MFT funds to cover the upfront cost so engineering can proceed.
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