HARRISBURG – Sen. Joe Pittman (R-41), Rep. Abby Major (R-60), Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-59) and Rep. Jill Cooper (R-55) announced today more than $1.8 million in Local Share Account (LSA) funds have been awarded for nine projects in Westmoreland County. These investments were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA).
“Projects to strengthen communities are critical to the stability and growth of our region,” Pittman said. “I was pleased to work with my colleagues in Harrisburg to advocate for this substantial support. Thoughtful investments in local infrastructure and economic development initiatives help ensure municipalities can meet the needs of residents now and into the future. This is an exciting day as the funding will help address local priorities, support economic growth, and improve quality of life across the county.”
“Each of these projects responds to community needs and helps with the delivery of essential services,” Major said. “I’m happy to support these requests and advocate for our community in Harrisburg.”
“These LSA grants will help our communities address aging infrastructure, improve public safety and protect water quality, all while easing the burden on local taxpayers,” said Rossi. “These projects represent smart investments that will serve residents for years to come.”
“Local governments go above and beyond to keep their budgets in check, yet still provide the services valued by residents and businesses,” Cooper said. “I can think of no better use for these grants, and I was thrilled to work with Sen. Pittman in seeing these projects get the boost needed to get them across the finish line.”
The following LSA projects were approved on December 18:
Washington Township Municipal Authority – Paulton Area Storm Sewer Improvements – $673,625
LSA funds will be used for improvements to the storm sewer system in the Paulton area.
Bolivar Borough – 5th Street Storm Sewer Project – $487,134
LSA funds will be used to replace a failed storm sewer system.
Allegheny Township – Finnin Road Rehabilitation – $195,000
LSA funds will be used to rehabilitate Finnin Road and improve safety.
Washington Township – VFC Station Expansion – $150,000
LSA funds will be used to expand Washington Township Volunteer Fire Company.
New Kensington City Municipal Sanitary Authority – Excavator & Trailer – $100,777
LSA funds will be used to purchase an excavator and trailer for Infrastructure Improvement & Community Development Projects.
Derry Township Municipal Authority – New Alexandria Sewage Treatment Plant Aeration Blower – $77,050
LSA funds will be used to upgrade the aeration blower at the New Alexandria Treatment Plant.
New Kensington City – Police Vehicle – $68,568
LSA funds will be used to purchase a police vehicle.
Derry Borough Municipal Authority – Mentor Street Waterline Replacement – $50,000
LSA funds will be used to replace 200 feet of waterline along Mentor Street.
Loyalhanna Township – Pickup Truck – $47,044
LSA funds will be used to purchase a new vehicle for the Township’s public works department.
The CFA was established in 2004 as an independent agency of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development to administer the commonwealth’s economic stimulus packages. The Pennsylvania Race Horse Development and Gaming Act of 2004 provides for the distribution of gaming revenue through the CFA. Local Share Account grants support economic development, job training, community improvement and public interest projects.
Media Contacts:
Kate Eckhart Flessner (Sen. Pittman)
Tracy Polovick (Rep. Major)
Jordan Frei (Rep. Cooper)
Rick Leiner (Rep. Rossi)