Culvert proposal

Culvert proposal

YOUNGSTOWN

Youngstown is proposing the removal of the existing concrete/metal pipe culvert crossing Sugar Creek on the central portion of Ella Avenue.

The culvert will be replaced with a new precast concrete arch with new wingwalls and rock channel protection. The proposed improvements will include embankment reconstruction, pavement replacement and the installation of guardrail.

The Ohio Department of Transportation requests information regarding the presence of any known cultural resources in the vicinity. Cultural resources include archaeological sites, as well as historic bridges, buildings, sites and districts.

The transportation improvement is scheduled for construction in 2018. The $2.5 million project is expected to be completed within one construction season. For information, contact Charles Shasho at 330-742-8800.

Expansion loan OK’d

COLUMBUS

The state Controlling Board signed off on a low-interest loan for a Mahoning County company’s planned expansion to the south.

Vivo Brothers of Poland plans to use $330,000 Regional 166 loan to purchase a facility in Columbiana. The total cost of the project is about $740,000, with the company covering the balance through separate financing and equity investments.

Vivo manufactures custom cabinets and countertops used in commercial and retail businesses. Customers include Sheetz, Speedway, Giant Eagle, area schools and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

With the 15-year, 3 percent loan, the company has committed to creating eight full-time jobs and retaining another 28, with 16 to be located at the new site.

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