Mariemont Centennial Projects Receive State Funds, on Short List for Federal Funds

By Randy York Mariemont Council Member

In May, Congressman Greg Landsman selected the Village of Mariemont –Mariemont Parks Improvement Project as one of the 15 local, community-led projects to advance in this year’s Fiscal Year 2025 Community Project Funding process.

The funding request is $936,000. The project description reads: “The project would make upgrades and enhancements to Dogwood Park, Dale Park, and Hopkins Park, including by constructing a loop trail walking path, installing accessible playground pieces, renovating three aging baseball diamonds, improving a garden space and parking lot, adding an accessible gazebo for outdoor library events, establishing a new park shelter, and shielding a park from safety and noise issues associated with busy nearby streets.” cont'd on next page

Each year, members of Congress can submit up to 15 projects to the House Appropriations Committee for consideration to receive specialized federal funding that is included in the appropriations bill that Congress passes annually to fund the federal government.

The Community Project Funding process allows members of Congress to work closely with community partners to identify projects of regional importance that can benefit from federal funding. Now that Congressman Landsman has selected and submitted his 15 projects, the House Appropriations Committee will review each project submitted by every member of the Congress before determining which submitted projects will ultimately be included in the appropriations bills that Congress will take up later this year.

During the previous year’s Fiscal Year 2024 Community Project Funding process, Congressman Landsman successfully secured more than $15 million for 15 projects in the appropriations bills that passed Congress.

Centennial Projects (from previous page)

Special thanks to Congressman Landsman and his team for their assistance and support for this project and the Village of Mariemont.

In late June, State Rep. Sedrick Denson (D-Cincinnati) announced the passage of House Bill (HB) 2, the state's biennial state capital budget, in both the Ohio House of Representatives and Senate.

House Bill (HB 2) includes $700M in state funds that will be directly invested into transformative community projects designed to generate further development and economic opportunity across the state. These state funds were able to be set aside due to the influx of federal relief dollars that helped to supplement the state’s balance sheet during the most recent state operating budget.

Representative Denson helped secure additional funding for Ohio House District 26. “These investments will significantly enhance the quality of life for District 26 residents, drive development and create substantial economic opportunities in our district. By supporting these essential projects, we are setting the stage for a brighter and more prosperous future for everyone in our community,” said Rep. Denson.

The funds will be distributed to several local entities, including $100K to Mariemont Centennial Dogwood Park Rehabilitation.

The Village appreciates the endorsement and support from the Cincinnati Business Committee, State Representative Sedrick Denson, and State Senator Catherine Ingram.