Bowling Green, Ohio – February 6, 2013 – The Ohio Public Works Commission awarded funding to assist with two WoodCounty bridge replacement projects. Commissioners James Carter, Doris Herringshaw, and Joel Kuhlman, received notice of the grant funding totaling $468,092 earlier this week.

Projects funded through these grants include Stearns Road at the intersection of Pursell Road in PerryTownship and Pemberville Road over the Toussaint Creek in TroyTownship. The estimated costs for these projects total $964,674, with bidding expected later this year.

Construction for these projects will be coordinated through the Office of the Wood County Engineer, Raymond Huber. Specific questions regarding these projects may be directed to Mr. Huber by calling 419/354-9060.