Northern Tier News

State Senator Gene Yaw and State Representative Clint Owlett have announced a grant of $125,000 awarded to Elkland Borough. The funding comes from the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program.

"Funding for this project will undoubtedly benefit our region and have a positive impact on recreational opportunities," said Yaw. "I am pleased to see this important investment in Tioga County and I’m grateful to Rep. Owlett for his collaboration."

"Our region has so much to offer in the great outdoors, and this project will provide even more opportunities for the people of Elkland and the surrounding areas to enjoy some fun and fresh air," added Owlett. "I was happy to work with Sen. Yaw in support of this investment in our residents’ quality of life."

The funds will be used for the Coates Avenue Recreation Facilities project, which includes acquiring land and preliminary engineering for a swimming and recreation facility. Planned features include an ADA-accessible swimming pool, kid-safe pool, bathhouse, park office, meeting room, Little League fields, and an ADA-accessible playground.

The Commonwealth Financing Authority was established in 2004 as part of Pennsylvania's Department of Community and Economic Development. In 2012, it began receiving funds from the Marcellus Legacy Fund to support greenways, recreational trails, parks, and beautification projects through its Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program.

For more information about state-related news, constituents can visit Senator Yaw’s website at SenatorGeneYaw.com or Representative Owlett’s website at RepOwlett.com.