McAdoo gets $160k for Kennedy Drive sidewalks
KAYLEE LINDENMUTH / SHENANDOAH SENTINEL - A newly-constructed ADA ramp on Kennedy Drive in McAdoo on Oct. 5, 2020.
McADOO – State officials announced today that this borough has received $160,000 to support the construction of new sidewalks along Route 309, Kennedy Drive, in the borough.
The sidewalk construction is in conjunction with the reconstruction of the highway in the borough, according to a media release from Senator David G. Argall’s office.
“This competitive grant will be a big boost to the borough, which has been working diligently on this effort to improve the area around Route 309 from the ground up,” Argall said in the media release. “I was very pleased to support this local effort. Grants like this will benefit local residents for years to come.”
“The addition of this sidewalk will provide a safer path for residents, added Rep. Jerry Knowles. “Our residents enjoy to walk and enjoy the sights and sounds of the outdoors. However, the deteriorated state of the McAdoo sidewalk makes it treacherous in places. This grant money will rectify the situation.”
“This is great news for the residents of the McAdoo Borough. McAdoo can always count on Senator Argall and Representative Knowles to deliver in a time of need. We are grateful that these gentlemen removed this financial burden from the taxpayers and added some great beautification to the Borough,” said McAdoo Mayor Dane Watro.
“There are not enough words to truly express our gratitude to Senator Dave Argall and Rep. Jerry Knowles for their efforts in obtaining a grant to complete the Route 309 project including the sidewalks,” added McAdoo Borough Council President Mary Labert. “They are always there for the citizens of McAdoo in our time of need.”
The reconstruction project began in 2018 and has included the installation of new traffic signals, ADA ramps, and drainage improvements
The grant is from the Department of Community and Economic Development.
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