Wilkin announces $32.8M for Jackson County jail construction

State Senator Shane Wilkin (R-Hillsboro) announced that Jackson County will receive $32,819,178 to help build a new multi-county jail that will serve Jackson, Lawrence and Pike counties.

"I'm thrilled Jackson County was awarded this important funding," Wilkin said. "This is a major investment into southern Ohio that will help law enforcement keep our communities safe."

In total, more than $78 million will support five jail projects across Ohio. The funds come from the Ohio Jail Safety and Security Grant program, which has distributed more than $178 million in awards to local counties since its inception.

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction's Bureau of Adult Detention administers the funds. Learn more here.
 
Senator Shane Wilkin represents the 17th District in the Ohio Senate, which encompasses Fayette, Gallia, Highland, Hocking, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross and Vinton Counties, as well as part of Perry County. Learn more at www.OhioSenate.gov/Wilkin.

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