HARRISBURG –– Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved $3 million in financial assistance for a water enhancement project in Mercer County.
The City of Sharon in Mercer County will receive a $3 million loan to replace 171 stormwater catch basins. These upgrades will improve drainage, reduce flooding risks, protect road integrity and prevent pollutants from entering nearby waterways through modernized infrastructure.
“Ensuring our communities have safe, reliable water infrastructure is critical to our residents. I’m grateful PENNVEST has awarded this funding, which will allow Sharon to replace aging service lines and stormwater systems that will greatly improve public health and safety,” Brooks said. “These investments not only protect our families and neighborhoods but also strengthen the foundation for future growth and economic stability across the county.”
PENNVEST is a financing authority that provides low-cost financial assistance to address water, wastewater, stormwater and non-point source pollution problems that impact public health, safety, the environment, regulatory compliance and economic development.
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