Central PA News

More than $2.6 million in grant funding has been allocated to Perry and Juniata counties for various community projects, according to Representative Perry Stambaugh. The funds will support initiatives such as waterline replacement, the installation of indoor restroom facilities at the Perry County Fairgrounds, and the construction of a new community and EMS training center near Loysville.

The grants are provided through the Commonwealth Financing Authority via slot machine gaming revenues, not taxpayer money. Stambaugh collaborated with Senator Greg Rothman to secure this funding for Perry County.

“I was proud to work with Sen. Rothman on highlighting why these projects are important and worthy of state support,” Stambaugh stated. “They will make a real difference in our communities.”

Senator Rothman added, “It’s gratifying to see the Commonwealth Financing Authority support our local communities with these important infrastructure, safety, emergency response, and recreational projects. I’m pleased that so many residents will benefit from the grant funding authorized today.”

The specific allocations include:

- Marysville Borough in Perry County will receive $229,730 for a municipal dump truck to aid road maintenance and public works.

- Penn Township Municipal Authority is granted $552,000 for replacing undersized water lines and installing fire hydrants in Sunshine Hills.

- The Perry County Community Fair Association is awarded $872,301 for an insulated building at the fairgrounds in Oliver Township.

- A feasibility study by the Perry County Economic Development Authority receives $50,000 for exploring an athletic complex in Howe Township.

- Tyrone Township is allocated $795,389 for an EMS training and community center building.

- Susquehanna Township in Juniata County gets $166,725 for resurfacing Laurel Hill Road.

Senator Judy Ward commented on the Susquehanna Township project: "The statewide Local Share Account grant program is a vital tool for municipalities as they seek to improve or repair critical water, sewer, or transportation infrastructure or meet other unique needs."