Allen County officials have begun the process of replacing the historic Metcalf Street Bridge by launching a feasibility study needed to pursue state funding opportunities. The century-old bridge, which received a poor inspection rating, could take several years to replace due to the complexity and historical significance of the structure.
The Van Wert County Agricultural Society is pleased to announce the completion of a comprehensive feasibility study for the future of the Van Wert County Agricultural Society and the Van Wert County Fairgrounds.
The Lima Fire Department is one step closer to modernizing its current fire stations or potentially constructing new ones at different sites. At Monday night’s meeting, Lima City Council gave the green light for the Fire Department to work with KZF Design of Cincinnati on a comprehensive fire station needs assessment and conceptual design study. In other business, council approved legislation for the city to enter into a Community Reinvestment Area tax exemption with Noxus Ohio for a new Clark gas station at 895 S. Cable Road, which formerly housed Ahl for Less. Noxus Ohio requested a tax abatement of 75% for up to 15 years.
The meeting is part of an ongoing study of the U.S. 30 corridor from the Indiana state line in Paulding County to the Lincoln Highway (County Road 418) interchange in Van Wert County. Eighteen at-grade intersections have been identified as part of the study. The feasibility study is expected to be completed near the end of 2022.
There will be an open house-style meeting Thursday afternoon. You will be able to see designs of what the center could be like and what it will offer. Officials just finished the feasibility study and are ready to move into the design phase and discuss the operation of the facility.
