Found Money Is Good Money

The Ohio Turnpike Commission clears its books and finds a lot of money to be reinvested into the road traveled by millions every year. The extra money, about $16.2 million, emerged due to the refinancing of $126.6 million worth of the turnpike’s 2009 and 2010 revenue bonds. Officials say the direct effect of the money will not be seen for some time. A portion of the funds will go toward resurfacing and bridge painting maintenance projects, as well as a long-term effort, started in 2011, to repave the road’s 241 total miles.