The remainder is standard paving paid for out of township roads funds, according to Tim Franck, the township’s community services director
Keeping up with infrastructure repair and maintenance preserves the value of the township’s homes and neighborhoods, attracts new business and sustains the community’s already stellar economic reputation, according to Barb Wilson, the township’s spokeswoman.
“The township’s infrastructure is so critical to safe travel in the community and convenience for businesses and residents alike,” she said. “The township places great importance in maintaining that infrastructure, keeping up with that maintenance over time to support safe travel.”
West Chester maintains 220 miles of roadway. Since 2003, the township has gained 18.6 miles of roadway to maintain and repair. Nearly all of this mileage was added between 2003 and 2008 during the apex of West Chester’s development boom.
To direct the most resources possible to these assets, the township partners with the BCEO to ensure the best investment of taxpayer dollars, Wilson said.
In the coming year, township officials anticipate a $600,000 reduction in cost to residents through this partnership with BCEO.
In addition to road paving, an additional $230,000 has been budgeted for black mat slurry sealcoat application on seven miles of roadway considered to be in good condition, Franck said.
“It’s like painting a house. You don’t replace the wood, you seal,” Franck said. “What we do is crack seal and then you seal the pavement … to lengthen the structural integrity of that paved surface as long as possible.”
West Chester crews also are replacing or repairing 12,450 lineal feet of curb throughout the township at a cost of $367,000, township officials said. A dozen culverts throughout the township have been repaired or replaced at a cost of approximately $126,274.
To check out roadwork schedules as they are posted, visit www.WestChesterOH.org.
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