HARRISBURG – State Sens. Dawn Keefer (R-31) and Greg Rothman (R-34) together with Reps. Nate Davidson (D-103) Sheryl Delozier (R-88), Torren Ecker (R-193), Barb Gleim (R-199), and Thomas Kutz (R-87) announced funding for seven projects that will serve Cumberland County residents by enhancing safety, increasing recreation opportunities, and maintaining public infrastructure.
“Cumberland County is an exceptional place to live, work, and raise a family,” Rothman said. “Funding for these projects will enable municipalities to provide important services, maintain our public spaces, keep our neighborhoods safe, and contribute to the quality of life that we all enjoy.”
- Cumberland County has been awarded $200,000 to repair the Courthouse’s slate roof, which has missing and damaged tiles. The repair is necessary to maintain the structure’s historic character while preventing additional damage and maintaining a safe environment for staff and patrons.
- Lower Allen Township will receive $270,000 to purchase composting equipment. Plant material from public works and maintenance projects will be safely and responsibly composted, with composted material made available to residents of Lower Allen Twp, Lemoyne Borough, and Shiremanstown Borough.
Keefer stated, “This funding for Lower Allen Township is a practical investment that empowers our communities to responsibly manage resources while delivering real, tangible benefits to Cumberland County.”
“Composting is a great way to dispose of yard waste and give it a new use,” added Rep. Delozier. “I am glad to see these state dollars allocated for needed equipment that will help Lower Allen Township residents and other neighboring communities in and around my district.”
- Newville Borough has been awarded $20,588 for the purpose of purchasing police body cameras, borough office safety cameras, wireless bridges for traffic cameras, and related equipment as well as installation. These acquisitions will help to increase safety in the borough as well as in West Pennsboro Township.
- North Middleton Township will receive $29,012 toward the purchase of three police vehicles, which are needed to replace high-mileage vehicles in the existing fleet. The new vehicles help the department respond to residents’ needs within the township, which spans 23.19 miles.
Regarding the Newville and North Middleton projects, Gleim said, “Supporting the community through state funding for critical safety equipment ensures that our police have the resources they need to protect our community effectively and serve with confidence.”
- Shippensburg Borough will receive $48,951 for the acquisition of new in-car cameras for the police department. The cameras will help the department maintain safe and responsive service to the community.
Ecker noted, “This funding helps ensure our police officers have the tools they need to keep our communities safe and make our area a place where people want to live, work, learn, and play.”
- Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation (CAEDC) has been awarded $47,913 for the purchase of equipment necessary to outfit the athletic field being built in South Middleton Township. The sports facility will serve Keystone FC’s 1,700 players and support future growth as well as provide extensive recreational and economic opportunities for the region.
“The improvements coming to the South Middleton community through Keystone FC will pave the way for residents and visitors to experience the best of what Cumberland County has to offer,” Kutz said. “In addition to generating tourism, this investment will provide a safe space for local youth to play their sport, developing key life skills along the way. I am excited to see the equipment purchased with the funds from this grant, which will benefit current and future generations of Cumberland Countians.”
- Wormleysburg Borough will receive $227,418 to improve Rupley Park. The park is an 11-acre neighborhood park, owned and maintained by the borough. The funds will be used to replace/upgrade all existing recreational amenities, increase the size of the mulched playground area, and improve ADA accessibility for all park users.
“Rupley Park is a hidden gem in Wormleysburg Borough and serves residents in Cumberland County, as well as the surrounding communities,” Davidson said. “Situated in a neighborhood with many young families, these funds will improve the quality of life for our community for many years to come.”
The funding was awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), an independent agency of the Department of Community and Economic Development. State law provides for the distribution of gaming revenues from Category 4 licensed facilities through the CFA to support projects in the public interest within host counties.
Sen. Rothman CONTACT: Morgan Wagner
Sen. Keefer CONTACT: Crystal Patterson
Rep. Davidson CONTACT: Frank Burdell
Rep. Delozier CONTACT: Katelin Morrison
Rep. Ecker CONTACT: Greg Gross
Rep. Gleim CONTACT: Scott Little
Rep. Kutz CONTACT: Brett Gavin