12-15-25 Monday News 1 P.M. E-4
Argos and LaPaz received over $192,000 in state funding for local road and bridge projects, according to State Representatives Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) and Jake Teshka (R-North Liberty).
The Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, established through a law House Republicans passed in 2016, offers funding to local communities for road repairs, bridge maintenance, intersection upgrades and other infrastructure projects. Nearly 200 communities received $100 million in state matching grants for this round of funding.
"Reliable infrastructure is important when it comes to attracting residents and growing the local economy," Jordan said. "Preserving roadways and bridges keeps travel safer and more efficient."
Teshka noted that to be eligible for funding, smaller municipalities must contribute 20 percent in local funds, while larger communities are required to provide a 50 percent match. State guidelines also ensure that half of the available matching funds each year are directed to communities in counties with populations of 50,000 or fewer. Since 2016, the Community Crossings program has invested over $2 billion in enhancing local roads and bridges.
"Part of growing Indiana's economy includes maintaining and improving our roadways," Teshka said. "When local governments and the state partner together, we can help ensure everyone gets to their destinations safely."
Visit in.gov/indot/communitycrossings to view a full list of grant recipients and learn more about the program.
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