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Indianapolis City-County Council approves $8 million for neighborhood projects

Meanwhile, the City-County Council's "no turn on red" proposal is not moving forward.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis City-County Council unanimously passed a $35 million fiscal package Monday.

According to the mayor's office, it includes $8 million in infrastructure funding for neighborhoods.

There's also money for afterschool and summer programs at Indy parks, as well as $800,000 for an opioid response grant program and mental health resources in Marion County.

Meanwhile, the City-County Council's "no turn on red" proposal is not moving forward.

In April, councilors introduced the proposal that would make it illegal to turn right at more than 200 red lights in downtown Indianapolis.

President Vop Osili, Vice President Zach Adamson, and Councillor Kristin Jones released the following statement Monday night:

"Tonight would have been the final vote on Proposals 107, 108, 110, and 111, which restrict turns on red lights at signalized intersections in the downtown area. Instead, with the passage of HB 1050 last week, the Indiana General Assembly has prohibited us from moving forward with voting on the proposals. This decision by the General Assembly has an obviously negative impact on the safety of our pedestrians and cyclists.  While our original plans have changed, we remain committed to addressing their safety. We will continue to work closely with the Department of Public Works, community partners, and constituents to find solutions that protect pedestrians and cyclists."

Click here for more information about the additional appropriation measures approved Monday by the council.

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