State Rep. Lyness Encourages Local Communities To Apply For Road Funding Grants

Friday, October 16, 2020 at 9:34 AM

By State Rep. Randy Lyness (R-West Harrison), press release

The Community Crossings Matching Grant Program is back and the new application deadline is approaching.

Shutterstock photo.

(Indianapolis, Ind.) - State Rep. Randy Lyness (R-West Harrison) encourages local communities to apply for the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program to help fund road and bridge projects.

Lyness, who supported the 2016 state law creating Indiana's long-term road funding plan, said Community Crossings Matching Grants help cities, towns and counties fund local infrastructure projects through preservation, road construction, intersection improvements, guardrail replacements and signage.

"Having reliable infrastructure is important, but the cost to maintain it can be overwhelming for local governments," Lyness said. "With this program, even our most rural communities can benefit and move ahead with needed road and bridge projects."

According to Lyness, Hoosier communities are eligible for a state match up to $1 million annually and the Indiana Department of Transportation opens applications twice a year. Due to COVID-19, this year’s second round of calls for projects was postponed in July, but Gov. Eric Holcomb recently announced that the matching grant program will resume and the new application deadline is Oct. 23.

Counties with fewer than 50,000 residents and cities and towns with less than 10,000 residents contribute 25% of the matching funds, with larger communities contributing 50%. To be eligible, all local units of government must have an approved Asset Management Plan and provide a funding match.

Since the program's inception, $739 million has been awarded to support Hoosier communities and infrastructure projects around the state. Local governments can apply for the program online at in.gov/indot/4013.htm, with forms due by 5 p.m. EST on Oct. 23.  

More from Local News


Events

Batesville Middle School 7th Grader Has Artwork Displayed on Main Street

The mural will be on display for a few months until the last entry for the 2023-24 school year will be installed.

Area High School Bands, Dance Team to Participate in Reds Opening Day Parade

Retired radio personality Jim Scott will serve as an Honorary Grand Marshal.

Indiana Becomes First State to Significantly Redesign Diplomas

Proposed, streamlined diplomas focus on knowledge, skills and competencies that matter most to students.

Local Sports Report - March 26, 2024

Milan Softball got their 2024 season off to a great start.

Local Sports Report - March 25, 2024

South Dearborn Softball started the new season with a hard fought win.

Batesville Shines at Hoosier State Relays

Several local schools were represented at the indoor event on Saturday.

On Air

Chelsie playing
Brad Paisley - Last Time for Everything

Deana Carter Strawberry Wine 6:27
Eric Church Drink In My Hand 6:24
Jason Aldean Take A Little Ride 6:19
Craig Morgan Redneck Yacht Club EAGLE ONLY 6:15