West Montgomery Times

Rep. Donna Scheuren and Sen. Tracy Pennycuick have announced the allocation of grant funding for several projects in Montgomery County through the Pennsylvania Local Share Account (LSA) program. The funding will support initiatives aimed at improving municipal equipment, infrastructure, and emergency services across various townships.

Douglass Township is set to receive $527,854 for new municipal equipment, including a leaf vacuum and a dual-axle truck chassis. Additionally, $278,558 will be allocated to the township for an asphalt paver to enhance road and public trail maintenance.

Lower Salford Township has been granted $244,000 to rehabilitate 180 feet of the Skippack Creek streambank near the Mainland Treatment Plant. This project includes excavation work and erosion control measures with native species landscaping.

Upper Pottsgrove Township will use its $71,891 grant to acquire a new police SUV equipped with necessary gear, replacing an outdated vehicle that is 14 years old.

The Lower Frederick Fire Company in Lower Frederick Township will benefit from a $400,000 grant for a new firetruck to replace their current model from 1999.

Scheuren expressed satisfaction with the approval of funds for her district's projects: "I am happy to see this important funding approved for projects across my district." She highlighted how these grants address heavy equipment needs, environmental improvements, and emergency service upgrades.

Pennycuick shared her enthusiasm about securing these funds: "I'm thrilled that these vital projects in our district have secured grant funding.” She emphasized that these investments would improve community services and infrastructure while promoting environmental sustainability.

In addition to joint efforts with Pennycuick, Scheuren advocated for two other funded projects under the LSA program. Douglass Township will receive $350,000 for installing a generator at the Boyertown wastewater treatment plant to ensure operation during power outages. Furthermore, Lower Salford Township has been awarded $650,000 for sewer infrastructure rehabilitation on Manor and Alderfer roads.

The grants are part of distributions made possible by gaming revenues through the Commonwealth Financing Authority under the PA Racehorse Development and Gaming Act (Act 2004-71).