The Village of Peebles in Adams County will receive $475,739 in state funding to replace aging sidewalks along Vine Street as part of a major investment in pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure across Ohio.
The grant comes through the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), which was announced this week by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Pamela Boratyn. In total, the state is awarding nearly $52 million over the next four years to support 44 projects in 33 counties, with a focus on improving safety, connectivity, and mobility for pedestrians and cyclists.
The Peebles project will replace deteriorating sidewalks from Stella Avenue to Main Street, creating safer routes for walkers, bikers, and schoolchildren in the heart of the village. It is the only Adams County project to be funded in this round of TAP awards.
“The Transportation Alternatives Program makes vital investments to support safer, more connected spaces for walking and biking,” said Governor DeWine. “This program helps improve quality of life, enhance public safety, and build sustainable transportation networks that make our cities and towns stronger and more vibrant.”
ODOT Director Boratyn emphasized the program’s benefits for both urban and rural communities: “Biking and walking are great modes of transportation that are not only fun, but foster connections, support local economies, and contribute to a healthier lifestyle. We are proud to do our part to support active transportation in Ohio.”
TAP supports a wide range of transportation alternatives, including sidewalk upgrades, public transportation access improvements, recreational trails, and Safe Routes to School projects. Projects were selected through a competitive scoring system that prioritized areas with the greatest need and strongest community support.
For Peebles, the grant is a significant win—offering both safety improvements and a boost in accessibility that will serve residents for years to come.
