HARRISBURG – State grants totaling more than $1.2 million were awarded to communities in western Schuylkill County for key infrastructure projects today. State Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and state Rep. JoAnne Stehr (R-107) worked with local leaders to secure this highly competitive funding.
“Towns and neighborhoods in all corners of Schuylkill County will benefit from this funding,” said Argall.
“The proposed projects in our communities, from park construction to essential infrastructure upgrades, will greatly enhance the quality of life for residents,” said Stehr. “By investing in these initiatives, we are ensuring safer and more efficient services for our families.”
- Foster Township was awarded $150,000 to construct the Anthracite Memorial Park at the former James Neale Mansion.
- Foster Township was awarded $370,055 to extend water service along Turkey Road in Buck Run.
- Pine Grove Township, on behalf of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, was awarded $250,000 to replace the pool at Camp Wood Haven.
- The Porter-Tower Joint Municipal Authority was awarded $338,650 to improve the efficiency of their wastewater treatment plant.
- Reilly Township was awarded $144,500 to purchase a new backhoe loader.
This funding was awarded through the Statewide Local Share Account program, which distributes gaming revenue to projects that support community and economic development.
CONTACT: Jim Brugger (Argall)
William Jones (Stehr)