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Area organizations benefit from Community Re-Invest program

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Seventeen new projects, focusing on youth, recreation, mine and coal history, seniors, safety, skills development, veterans and outdoor improvements to mention a cross section, were approved for funding by the Lackawanna County Commissioners through their Community Re-Invest Program totaling $178,000.       

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Two Dunmore organizations were included in the funding, including Sherwood Youth Association which received $9,000 from the CRP Program toward a total project cost of $23,258 to upgrade the pavilion at Sherwood Park to include improved lighting, flooring, bathrooms, and additional electric outlets.

Dunmore Historical Association also received $10,000 from the CRP Program toward a total project cost of $12,726 to be used for water control and energy efficiency by installing rain gutter and insulation at the Historical Society Building.

The Community Re-Invest Program was established in July of 2013.  It represents the “last mile” funding to help bring the initiatives to fruition. The overall public-private investment to date is      $2,585,390.     

“This is a great program – community changing.  It has shaped the landscape of our area,” said Commissioner Patrick M. O’Malley. “It is vital to give back because these ventures, and others like them, trigger additional growth in Lackawanna County.”               

“Our neighborhoods are the backbone of our area.  This program continues to enhance the overall appearance of our cities and townships, while also creating a variety of economic, recreation and business opportunities,” explained Commissioner Jerry Notarianni.   

commissioners“The Community Re-Invest Program is a true partnership with our communities and various civic groups.  It is about making a big difference, and I am proud to play a role in creating new opportunities and recreational amenities up and down the valley,” noted Commissioner Laureen A. Cummings.     

“These projects highlight the Commissioners’ commitment to Lackawanna County’s communities, neighborhoods and quality of life.  This program has been vital for leveraging new growth and making “dreams come true,” explained George Kelly, the County’s Director of Economic Development.

Other  projects that were approved during this round of funding include: Greater Carbondale YMCA, Lackawanna & Wyoming Valley Railway Historical Society in Moscow; Coal Miners Remembered in Blakely Borough; Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority for Laurel Street Trailhead, Archbald; St. Cat’s of Scranton at the Nay Aug Zoo; Olyphant Borough for new sidewalks; Northeast Center for Independent Living, for new computers; Benton Township for bathroom update; Abington Senior Community Center for parking area expansion; Electric City Trolley Association for new wheels; Friends of the Poor for equipment for new facility for Clothes Line for Men program; Jessup Hose Company #2 for construction of building to house equipment; Taylor American Legion Post 306, for renovations to meeting hall; Elmhurst-Roaring Brook Volunteer Fire Company for backup generator, and Old Forge Sons of Italy for construction of a pavilion over bocce courts.

Projects will continue to be reviewed and funded throughout 2016.  Boroughs, municipalities, townships and nonprofit entities are encouraged to submit applications for projects that are ready to start so that the Community Re-Invest Program can help to successfully complete them.      

 

County reaps rewards from Community Re-Invest Program

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Thirteen new projects, focusing on youth recreation, skills development, veterans and outdoor improvements, including one in Green Ridge, were approved for funding by the Lackawanna County Commissioners through their Community Re-Invest Program totaling $133,500.   

Green Ridge Neighborhood Association Friends of Crowley Park was awarded $7,500 for a project featuring the creation of a 26-foot in diameter stone Labyrinth, seeding, and planting trees and shrubs at Crowley Park. The total project cost is $43,501.        

The Community Re-Invest Program was established in July of 2013.  It represents the “last mile” funding to help bring the initiatives to fruition.  The total amount of public-private investment in all of these ventures is $1,319,393.     

“I am very proud to continue this community-changing program.  It has had a historical impact on shaping a number of communities in Lackawanna County,” said Commissioner Patrick M. O’Malley.    “We provided last mile funding for initiatives that catered to youth, the disabled, veterans, historical operations, community centers, and civic groups, and we are continuing along these lines.  It is vital to give back.  I am committed to funding this vital entity as we further reshape the overall landscape of our County.  This program is a tremendous community development incentive and serves to put projects over the finish line.  It will also help to trigger additional growth in our communities.”               

“Once again, we are giving back to the core of Lackawanna County – our neighborhoods.  This program makes good business sense.  We will continue this initiative in 2016 as a means of creating new economic opportunities and fulfilling the dreams of organizations up and down the valley,” explained Commissioner Jerry Notarianni.   

“I have been very impressed with the projects funded by the Community Re-Invest Program.  It has served as a true partnership with for the County, our communities and civic groups.  I want to continue to assist in making a big difference in our area, and I am very proud to play a role in shaping the future,” explained Commissioner Laureen A. Cummings.     

“The funding for these projects once again highlights the Commissioners’ commitment to the growth and enhancement of Lackawanna County’s communities, neighborhoods and quality of life.  The funding track record has helped to leverage new development in our cities, boroughs, townships and municipalities,” explained George Kelly, the County’s Director of Economic Development.

           

Commissioners announce funding for Community Re-Invest Projects

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Fifteen new projects, focusing on such areas as youth recreation, the environment, public safety, veterans, food preparation, and accessibility, were approved for funding by the Lackawanna County commissioners through their Community Re-Invest Program totaling $188,865.

Since the Community Re-Invest Program was established in July of 2013, the commissioners have approved grants for 86 projects totaling $1,294,475.  In all of the projects, the Community Re-Invest Program has provided the “last mile” funding to help complete the initiatives, which has allowed these valuable community projects to come to fruition.  The total amount of public-private investment in all of these ventures is $6,029,898.             

The funding for these projects once again highlights the commissioners’ commitment to the growth and enhancement of Lackawanna County’s communities and neighborhoods.  The funding helped to leverage new development in our cities, boroughs, townships and municipalities.         

“These projects represent our ongoing commitment to Lackawanna County’s quality of life.  A vital part of our economic development program is to improve our neighborhoods and recreational facilities, which are the core of our community.  These developments represent new progress and growth for our area,” said Commissioner Jim Wansacz.

“Once again, we are giving back.  This round of funding involves opportunities dealing with the environment, youth, accessibility and the projects of civic organizations, all key elements that form the foundation of Lackawanna County,” explained Commissioner Patrick M. O’Malley.

“I am very impressed with the breadth of the projects funded by the Community Re-Invest Program.  It has served as a true partnership with the County, our communities and civic groups,” explained Commissioner Edward G. Staback.   

Among the projects that were approved during this round of funding, those happening in Dunmore include:

Applicant: Dunmore Senior Center
Project Description: Purchase an additional refrigerator in coordination with its “Healthier Meals” program, which is comprised of more fruits and vegetables and needs additional refrigeration.
Total Project Cost: $49,950
Amount from CRP Program: $2,350

Applicant: Vietnam Memorial Committee (Northeastern Detachment Marine Corps League)
Project Description: Engrave a blank granite panel on Courthouse Square with the names of Vietnam the service men and women from Lackawanna County who died in the war. A picture panel will also be incorporated into the project.   
Total Project Cost: $4,500
Amount from CRP Program: $1,500

Applicant: Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority
Project Description: Construct pavilions at the Green Ridge trailhead in Scranton at the Nay Aug Avenue play area and at the trail site along the river in Peckville to complete the corporate donation of a community bocce ball court.
Total Project Cost: $67,880
Amount from CRP Program: $20,000