MorrowDD received an ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) grant from the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities for use in 2024. The purpose of these one-time funds was to create a more accessible and inclusive environment for citizens of Morrow County with developmental disabilities and positively impact our community. MorrowDD applied for this grant and was fortunate to be awarded with over $400,000 to fund many different projects within the grant’s available categories and lead the way in making Morrow County a place where everyone can participate fully in their community.

Community Projects

Fairgrounds

  • Elevated bleachers with a ramp and concrete pad
  • Handicap parking concrete pad
  • ADA ramps for stages and buildings
  • Accessible picnic tables

Parks

  • Green Park in Mount Gilead – Concrete pad and accessible picnic table
  • Iberia Ball Fields – Concrete pad, accessible swing and accessible picnic table
  • Lincoln Center Park, Fulton – Concrete pad and two accessible picnic tables
  • Heimlich Park, Cardington – Accessible swing
  • American Legion Park, Cardington – Accessible swing
  • Marengo Park – Accessible picnic table
  • Highland Park, Marengo – Accessible picnic table and accessible swing

Libraries

  • 4 Pen Readers for the following: Cardington-Lincoln Public Library, Mt. Gilead Public Library, Selover Library, Perry Cook Memorial Public Library
  • 2 Accessible bicycles for lending at Mt. Gilead Public Library
  • 2 Accessible bicycles for Cardington-Lincoln Public Library bike lending program
  • Shed for accessible bike storage

Community

  • Mobile universal changing unit
  • Two accessible golf carts for community events
  • Accessible picnic tables for Headwaters
  • Community passes