City gets $1M for Alter streetscape, accessibility upgrades at City Hall, YWCA renovation
HAZLETON – The City of Hazleton is receiving a combined $1 Million in grants for three separate projects, local legislators announced Thursday.
From the Multimodal Transportation Fund, Hazleton is receiving $250,000 for streetscape improvements along Alter Street.
“This funding will help the City of Hazleton to continue to help with the revitalization efforts in the downtown and in the business district,” said Mayor Jeff Cusat. “The streetscape improvements that will be made along Alter Street will continue to breathe new life into that area as more and more businesses look to call Hazleton their home.”
West Hazleton is also receiving $280,280 for roadway improvements on 22nd Street.
From the Local Share Account Statewide Program, the city will also receive $518,843 for accessibility upgrades and improvements to City Hall and $303,717 to renovate the second floor of the YWCA building at 75 South Church Street. Funds from that program come from revenues from casinos and other gambling facilities statewide.
“From fixing our roads to transforming the Hazleton YWCA building into an early education center, these grants will be incredibly impactful for so many residents of the 29th district,” said State Senator David G. Argall (R-29). “Thank you to Rep. Watro and Cabell for working with me to bring these competitive funds back to important projects for our communities.”
“These grants are crucial for the continued economic growth of our region,” said State Rep. Dane Watro (R-116). “We must continue to invest in as infrastructure, economic development and public safety to ensure a high quality of life for our neighbors in our communities.”
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