HARRISBURG – Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) and Rep. Parke Wentling (R-7) announced today that Mercer County will receive more than $2.8 million in state funding to support critical transportation, water and sewer infrastructure improvements.
“These investments will help keep Mercer County moving forward by improving roads, bridges, pedestrian safety and essential water and sewer systems,” Brooks said. “Strong infrastructure supports economic growth, public safety and quality of life for families across our region.”
“These projects will improve transportation and upgrade essential water and sewer infrastructure across the 7th Legislative District” said Wentling.
Projects receiving funding through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) Multimodal Transportation Fund include:
- City of Hermitage – Linden Pointe Roadway Expansion Project – $500,000
- Jamestown Borough – Pedestrian Safety and Sidewalk Improvements – $232,158
- Mercer County – Hosack Road structurally deficient bridge replacement – $650,000
- City of Sharon – TruckSmart Sharon freight and roadway improvements – $350,000
Projects receiving funding through the CFA’s PA Small Water and Sewer Program include:
- Hermitage Municipal Authority – Dermond Road water extension – $250,000
- Sharon City Sanitary Authority – Sewer line relocation bridge – $100,000
- Sharon City – Catch basin rehabilitation – $100,000
- Shenango Township Municipal Authority – Pump station improvements – $250,000
- Springfield Township – Sanitary sewer system improvements – $300,000
- Jamestown Municipal Authority – Water treatment plant renovations – $100,000
“These projects reflect real needs identified by our local governments,” Brooks said. “I will continue working to secure funding that enhances infrastructure while helping to offset costs for residents.”
The CFA is an independent agency of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development which administers Pennsylvania’s economic stimulus packages.
CONTACT: Adam Gingrich