HARRISBURG – Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) and Rep. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-51) today announced state grants totaling nearly $2.9 million have been awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA).
“I’m grateful to see this funding go toward essential equipment and infrastructure improvements that will expand our municipalities’ ability to operate more effectively and efficiently. Funding these critical projects will not only enhance public safety and environmental protection but further improve the quality of life for the residents of Fayette County. I applaud the local leaders and organizations that applied for these grants on their proactive approach to keeping our communities safe,” Stefano said.
The first portion of grants were awarded through the CFA’s Local Share Account (LSA) Program, which funds projects concerning the public interest, community improvement and economic development using gaming money generated by casinos.
- Fairchance Borough will receive $420,030 to perform a dam analysis and breach of the Askon Hollow and Cave Hollow dams in Georges Township.
- Fayette County received $82,600 to purchase a ChemProX Meter for the Hazmat Response Team in Uniontown City.
- The National Pike Water Authority received $103,402 for the planning phase of the Kulp Road Waterline Extension project in Markleysburg. The project will provide professional services including mapping, surveying, right-of-way work and permitting.
- North Union Township received $359,660 to construct the West Leisenring Community Access Bridge.
- Springhill Township received $500,000 for road slide repairs to Nilan Road and Fancy Hill Road to maintain access for township residents and prevent further damage.
- State Line Municipal Service Authority received $300,000 for a water distribution system upgrade project in Point Marion Borough.
- Wharton Township received $200,000 to purchase a broom badger for use by the public works department.
“Whether it’s a new roof for an elementary school or a new municipal street sweeper, each of these projects will help make life a little better for the residents of southwestern Pennsylvania,” Grimm Krupa said. “I’m thrilled to have played a part in bringing this funding back to our area. These dollars are crucial for the completion of these projects.”
The final grant was awarded through the CFA’s Public School Facilities Improvement Grant (PSFIG) Program, which provides grants to public school districts and area career and technical schools for eligible facility improvement projects.
Laurel Highlands School District received $897,500 for a roof replacement project at Marshall Elementary School. The current roof exceeded its life expectancy and shows signs of active leaking.
All projects were funded through the CFA, which is an independent agency of the Department of Community and Economic Development that administers many of Pennsylvania’s economic development and community improvement programs.
CONTACT: Amanda Cuteri, (Stefano’s office), 717-787-7175
Jake Gillespie, (Grimm Krupa’s office), 724-438-6100