WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County sewer, stormwater, emergency communications, and bridge projects will receive more than $2.2 million in state funding, with the largest awards targeting infrastructure in West Goshen Township.
The grants were awarded through the Commonwealth Financing Authority, according to state Rep. Chris Pielli’s office.
West Goshen Sewer Authority received $700,000 for pump station improvements, the largest individual award.
West Goshen Township secured another $500,000 for stormwater infrastructure improvements in the North Hill subdivision.
Chester County received $400,000 for software and equipment at its 911 call center, directing a significant portion of the funding toward emergency communications infrastructure.
The Chester County Water Resources Authority was awarded $252,761 to install flood-safety equipment, sensors and signage throughout the county.
Another $200,000 will go to Chester County for the purchase and installation of interactive kiosks at heritage sites and Main Street areas, supporting the county’s tourism infrastructure.
East Bradford Township received $150,000 for repairs to the Sunset Hollow Road Bridge. The work is intended to allow an additional lane of the bridge to reopen.
The Regional Clothing Distribution Van Project received $50,546.
“These grants will go towards public safety improvements, vital infrastructure projects, the promotion of local tourism which helps bring millions of dollars in revenue to our local businesses, and more,” Pielli said.
The Commonwealth Financing Authority administers both Local Share Account and Act 13 funding.
The Local Share Account program draws money from gaming revenue under Pennsylvania’s Race Horse Development and Gaming Act and distributes it for qualifying public-interest projects across the state.
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