Russell County Commissioners Discuss American Rescue Plan Act Funding

The Russell County Commissioners met Monday and discussed American Rescue Plan Act funding.

In total, Russell County will receive more than $1.3 million in ARPA federal pandemic relief funding. It's then up to the Commissioners to distribute the money.

USD 407 Superintendent Shelly Swayne and Board of Education members Kathy Wallert and Ron Wedel spoke to the Commissioners Monday about requesting some of the funds.

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Also Monday, the Commissioners heard from Natoma Fire Chief Keith Koelling about replacing a fire truck.

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Also Monday, the Commissioners discussed road and bridge projects and passed resolutions in continued opposition to President Biden's 30x30 initiative and the formation of a National Heritage Area in the region.