State funding of just over $1 million has been allocated for several projects in Wyoming County, according to Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20).
The grants will support a range of local initiatives. Exeter Township will receive $70,000 to purchase a work truck and plow. Falls Township is set to obtain $99,907 for a vehicle equipped with a fire suppression skid unit. Meshoppen Township will get $133,135 for municipal equipment.
Northmoreland Township has been awarded $200,000 to build an Emergency Services Training facility. Overfield Township will receive $275,000 for improvements at Teener Park, which covers 32 acres. Southeastern Wyoming County is set to receive $200,000 for the purchase of a tractor for regional use. Nicholson Borough will get $75,000 for its historical nature trail project.
Rep. Pickett stated, “I want to thank our local officials for identifying these needs in their communities. I was pleased to work with Sen. Lisa Baker in advocating for the grants. These projects will be important for improving our community without placing a further burden on taxpayers.”
Sen. Baker added, “These grants represent important investments in our environment, public spaces and local infrastructure. Whether it’s restoring waterways, expanding recreational opportunities or supporting essential municipal projects, this funding will help communities strengthen quality of life while planning responsibly for the future.”
The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), responsible for overseeing funding programs and investments related to Pennsylvania’s economic growth, approved the grants.
Funding came from two main sources: the Local Share Account (LSA), which distributes gaming revenues to support public interest projects within Pennsylvania; and the Marcellus Legacy Fund established by Act 13 of 2012 to allocate unconventional gas well impact fees to counties and municipalities.
