City of Sharpsburg awarded $96,250 in discretionary funds for critical pavement improvements
Drainage repairs to be made on Main Street
FLEMINGSBURG, Ky. (Sept. 13, 2019) – While visiting Sharpsburg on Friday, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Department of Rural and Municipal Aid Commissioner Gray Tomblyn II announced $96,250 in discretionary funds has been awarded to the city for drainage, curb and gutter, and pavement repairs on Main Street. The investment supports Governor Matt Bevin's commitment to prioritize transportation infrastructure projects and increase economic opportunity across the Commonwealth.
"The Bevin Administration continues to focus on taking care of what we have at both the state and local level to address critical infrastructure needs that improve safety and support job creation and retention," said KYTC Secretary Greg Thomas. "This funding builds upon existing transportation investments and allows the Cabinet to collaborate with local governments to identify projects that will have a large impact in communities."
Sharpsburg Mayor Dorothy Clemons identified the work on Main Street as critical to highway and residential safety in the city.
"The City of Sharpsburg is so thankful to receive an award from the Transportation Cabinet," said Mayor Clemons. "We are a small community that does not have the resources to take care of all our needs, and to be able to receive any award means a lot to us. I would like to thank Governor Matt Bevin for making it possible for our community to receive this municipal road aid award."
Projects submitted to the Department of Rural and Municipal Aid for discretionary fund consideration were evaluated by the KYTC district staff to assess the condition of roads and determine the most critical needs based on factors such as safety, economic impact, and traffic volumes.
"I'm happy to learn that Sharpsburg has received funding for these much-needed projects," said Sen. Albert Robinson. "I look forward to their completion knowing the community will benefit greatly from upgraded roadways."
The upcoming work will improve drainage conditions and make pavement repairs in the 400 block of Main Street that will benefit 12 homes and 15 businesses in the city.
"I'm pleased to see these funds put to use to improve roads in Sharpsburg," said Rep. Matthew Koch. "Resurfacing will make the roads smoother and safer, which will benefit the entire community. Without a doubt, our roads and infrastructure are a big priority for the legislature as we prepare for the 2020 Session. After all, they are the foundation for our economy and the basis for a good quality of life."
The Sharpsburg City Council is responsible for administering the project, and KYTC will reimburse the city for the work.
Work will address:
- Main Street (City Street 1361) – drainage repairs, resurfacing
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