PLYMOUTH – A joint work session of the Marshall County Commissioners and County Council talked about funding difficulties
looming for the county Highway Department on Monday.
Governor Braun’s gas tax holiday has put a hurdle in the way of funding the local road program, according to Council President Tim Harmon.
While Braun has said that the state will make up the difference with local communities, President of the Commissioners Stan Klotz said, when or if that might happen is not certain.
The funding shortfall for this year’s county road program is estimated at around $1 million. The county would like to move additional funds either from the general fund or the “rainy day” fund, where there is currently more than adequate surplus. Commissioner Jesse Bohannon concurred.
While both boards feel the need to complete this year’s program and adjust next year’s based on funding, just where that extra money may come from is yet to be determined.
