Gallia County's Big Bucks Bonanza: How Your Community is Getting a Major Glow-Up!
Hey there, awesome readers! Ever wonder what happens behind those closed doors at your local county commissioner meetings? Well, sometimes, it's pretty exciting stuff – especially when there's a serious chunk of change involved that’s going right back into making our communities better!
Recently, the awesome folks running Gallia County (shoutout to Commissioners Harold Montgomery, David Smith, and Will Gandee!) had a super productive pow-wow. And guess what? They gave the green light to almost $1.7 million in federal funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Think of it like a massive community piggy bank getting cracked open to fix all sorts of important things!
So, where's all this dough going? Let’s dive into the fun stuff!
First up, they're giving the Gallia County Jail a serious spa day! We're talking over $1.2 million to fix the roof (no more leaky surprises!), upgrade the heating and cooling (everyone deserves to be comfortable!), replace windows, boost security, and even give the kitchen a makeover. It’s all about making sure our facilities are safe and sound for everyone involved.
But wait, there's more! Our amazing first responders are getting some love too. The commissioners approved funds for a brand-spanking-new 911/EMA Communication Tower on State Route 7. This isn't just a fancy stick in the ground; it's a lifeline that helps our emergency services talk to each other and respond faster when we need them most. Plus, the Gallipolis Fire Department is getting radio upgrades, and the Gallia County Sheriff’s Office will be zipping around with a new vehicle tracking system – making them even more efficient!
And because clean, reliable water is, you know, kind of a big deal, several villages are getting a much-needed boost. The villages of Cheshire, Vinton, and Centerville are all set for water projects. Cheshire, in particular, is moving forward with phase two of their water system improvements, even connecting to Pomeroy's water supply – talk about teamwork! There are also "numerous" other water and sewer projects slated throughout the county. Hooray for healthy H2O!
Even the Rio Grande Fire Department is getting a new radio repeater to keep communications crystal clear.
In a nutshell, your local leaders are busy making sure our county is safer, more connected, and just plain better for everyone. It’s a huge win for infrastructure, public safety, and making daily life a little smoother for all of us. High fives all around for putting those federal funds to fantastic use!
Original article that sparked our chat: https://www.wvnews.com/rivercities/gallia-county-commissioners-approve-infrastructure-funding-and-project-adjustments/article_33bb0dc3-f966-4d6a-8af5-08efeca8003d.html