County partner reports grant deadlines, interchange concerns and safety projects

A partner working with county staff provided updates on grant and transportation work at the Sept. 14 meeting. The representative said applications for a regional foundation grant are open through the end of the month (the speaker referenced the 25th as the relevant date), reported progress on a local $100 fundraising campaign, and noted a forthcoming presentation to the development authority about concerns at the 6171 Interchange.

The representative also said the county’s transportation subgroup reviewed ODOT’s long‑range plan and discussed safety projects, including an award for a school‑safety flashing device and work toward improved safety programs. “Their applications are open until the end of this month. I think it's the 25th, I believe,” the representative said about the grant window. Commissioners thanked the representative and noted the development authority would meet to pursue the matters discussed.