Luzerne Times

HARRISBURG – "These are significant community priorities that often don’t align with existing operating budgets. Local officials and community leaders frequently bring up these projects during our discussions," said Baker. "The local share funds from gaming revenues enable a diverse range of initiatives – such as equipment acquisition, facility renovations, infrastructure expansion, and community protection upgrades – to progress more swiftly. These competitive awards acknowledge that these communities are well-managed and that the proposed projects are both practical and essential."

"This is a very competitive program, and I am happy to support funding requests for public safety enhancements and infrastructure projects in our local communities," said Fritz. "Thanks to a joint effort, we are delivering big wins for worthy applicants in the 111th!"

"I am pleased that these funds will reinvest tax dollars directly into our district," said Olsommer. "Our communities will be able to enhance public safety, provide better services, and improve the quality of life for our residents."

The approved projects in Pike County include:

The approved projects in Wayne County include:

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.

CONTACTS:

Jennifer Wilson (Baker)

Melissa Fox (Fritz/Olsommer)