Six municipalities in the PARRC region received over $1.4 million in grant funding
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Awards
Three PARRC members received DCNR Community Conservation Partnership Program funding to enhance their parks and recreational spaces. These grants will fund planning and vital improvement projects, making these spaces more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Pottstown Borough was awarded $165,300 for the redevelopment of Brookside
Park in the Borough's north end. Funding will revitalize the park, including new play equipment, an ADA accessible pathway, a Bankshot basketball system and site amenities. These upgrades will provide more opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Washington Township (Berks County) was awarded $26,000 to develop a master plan for Barto Community Park. The grant will assist in planning future park improvements, ensuring the park meets the evolving needs of residents and enhancing the space for long-term use.
Upper Pottsgrove Township was awarded $61,700 for the Hollenbach Park Improvements Project, primarily for the development of an ADA-accessible crushed stone loop trail. This addition will make the park more accessible to individuals with mobility challenges, expanding recreation opportunities in the park.
Local Share Account Statewide Program Awards
Four PARRC municipalities were awarded funding through the LSA Statewide Program, administered by the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Douglass Township (Montgomery County) received two grants totaling $806,412 for equipment that will be used by Public Works. East Coventry Township received $102,300 for the purchase of public works vehicle and Upper Pottsgrove Township received an award of $71,891 for the purchase of a police vehicle.
Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation Awards
Three PARRC municipalities were awarded funding from the Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation. East Coventry Township received $30,000 for the Towpath Park Boat Ramp and Kayak Launch Project for site engineering. The Borough of Pottstown received $30,000 for its Brookside Park Redevelopment Project, and Lower Pottsgrove Township received $17,420 for the Pleasantview Park Revised Master Plan project. Additionally, Pottsgrove Recreation Commission received $2,500 towards summer programming.
PARRC thanks all funders for their support of the projects and programs of the Pottstown region.
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