Richardson Applauds State Support of Local Roadway Project

COLUMBUS – State Representative Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville) announced the Ohio Controlling Board will release $600,000 to Union County for roadway improvements in support of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Company. 

The funds will be used to expand Industrial Parkway for the construction of additional turn lanes to help with entrance and exit from the site. 

“Scotts is a major economic contributor in Union County employing more than 6,500 people,” said Richardson. “I’m pleased the state awarded this grant that will help business grow and increase the workforce in the county.”

As a result of the project 35 new jobs will be created and 70 jobs will be retained at Scotts. 

Funding for the project was allocated through the Roadwork Development Grant program. The grants are awarded for public roadwork improvements that support the expansion or attraction of businesses. Eligible costs include widening, paving, road construction and reconstruction, and right-of-way infrastructure improvements such as sewer or utility lines.

The Ohio Controlling Board is the financial legislative oversight for capital and operating expenditures by state agencies.