Columbus – Senate Democratic Leader Capri S. Cafaro (D-Hubbard) announced today that the State Controlling Board approved the release of $263,131 in Clean Ohio Assistance to the city of Ashtabula. The funds will be used for a Phase II Environmental Assessment and clean up on the Tannery Hill Property.
“I am excited to see this area of land being revitalized and put to new use,” said Senator Cafaro.
After the assessment, the city would like to transform the property into a large city-owned outdoor recreational area. The site would include a seasonal farmer’s market, pavilion and parking area. The project will create more areas for fishing and maintain a bait and tackle shop.
“This project is an excellent opportunity to enhance green space in Ashtabula,” said Senator Cafaro. “Not only will we increase local tourism, but we’ll also be able to provide more families with locally grown produce.
The Tannery Hill property totals 10.53 acres northeast of downtown Ashtabula and is adjacent to the Ashtabula River. The Phase II Assessment would include the installation on 95 soil borings, 16 shallow monitoring wells and one deep monitoring well.
The Controlling Board provides legislative oversight over certain capital and operating expenditures by state agencies and has approval authority over various other state fiscal activities.
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