York County News

Community projects in the 98th Legislative District have been awarded $1.5 million in funding, as announced by Rep. Tom Jones (R-Lancaster/Lebanon). The grants are intended to support various initiatives aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and educational facilities.

"From upgrading infrastructure to improving educational centers for our children, these grants aim to improve the lives of district residents," stated Jones. "I am pleased our communities were awarded this much-needed funding."

Among the recipients, the Elizabethtown Area Water Authority has been allocated $263,350 for constructing a bypass piping system at its water treatment plant. Additionally, the Janus School in Mount Joy will receive $250,000 for building modernization efforts. These improvements include installing an emergency phone in the elevator, updating fire and security equipment, and upgrading telephone and computer systems along with electrical rewiring.

In Lebanon County, South Londonderry Township is set to benefit from a $400,000 grant aimed at replacing and rehabilitating the sanitary sewer system under Timber Road and Timber Lane.

The Commonwealth Financing Authority provided these grants through the Local Share Account program. Eligible projects must serve public interests and enhance community quality of life.

Furthermore, the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center received $632,054 via the Public School Facility Improvement Grant Program. This funding will be used for roof repairs at both its Mount Joy campus and Willow Street campus. The project involves restoring roofing systems with liquid membrane application, new insulation installation, and applying base coat and primer.