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Steele’s legislation to provide more counseling services reported out of House Education Committee

(Jan 18, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

“School counselors provide more than academic and career counseling – they also provide mental health services, helping our students to address their emotions in a healthy environment with someone who supports them,” Steele said. “Recently, the Basic Education Funding Commission issued its report, calling for additional investments in mental health services. With mental health deteriorating since the COVID-19 pandemic and nearly 65% of students asking for mental health services, we must ensure our youth have access to counseling services to help them succeed.” Read more

 

Venkat, Nelson introduce resolution to raise awareness of data privacy

(Jan 18, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

“As new technology continues to emerge, we must raise awareness of data privacy to ensure Pennsylvanians have knowledge about the data being collected and relevant policies and laws,” Venkat said. “With this resolution, we will do just that.” Read more

 

Allegheny House Dems announce $10.4 million in community investments

(Jan 18, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

State grants awarded for local parks, building rehabilitation Read more

 

Gergely applauds grants totaling $675,000 for community projects

(Jan 17, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 17 – State Rep. Matthew R. Gergely, D-Allegheny, announced that a total of $675,000 in grants has been awarded to multiple community projects throughout the 35th Legislative District. Accounting for $525,000 are grants made possible by the Gaming Economic Development and Tourism Fund under the Commonwealth Financing Authority . Grant recipients are: Filipino American Association of Pittsburgh: $75,000 for repairs to a multicultural center and function hall in West Mifflin. First Step Recovery Homes Inc.: $50,000 for homeless housing expansion at 416 Olive St. in McKeesport. Homestead Borough: $50,000 for upkeeping the Betty and Wanda Amphitheater. Lincoln Borough: $100,000 for maintenance on the stormwater system near 335 Dora Drive. McKeesport Area School District: $50,000 for D.A.R.E. program. Munhall Borough: $75,000 for Main Street Business Corridor Improvement project. Steel Rivers Council of Governments: $75,000 for demolition of buildings in Duquesne and $50,000 for Heritage Hill Park walking trail renovations. The remaining $150,000 in grants come courtesy of the CFA’s Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program . Grant recipients are: Homestead Borough: $50,000 for the Monongahela River fishing pier. Lincoln Borough: $50,000 for improvements to Breznay Field. West Homestead Borough: $50,000 for the West Homestead Recreation Park project. “Helping to secure these dollars Read more

 

Abney hails grants totaling $873,000+ for community projects

(Jan 17, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 17 – State Rep. Aerion A. Abney, D-Allegheny, announced that a total of $873,125 in grants has been awarded to multiple community projects throughout the 19th Legislative District. Accounting for $498,125 are grants made possible by the Gaming Economic Development and Tourism Fund under the Commonwealth Financing Authority . Grant recipients are: Center of Life: $35,000 for Community Hub project on Hazelwood Green. Charles Street Area Corporation: $105,000 for parklet construction and acquisition of land for affordable housing development. Greenwood Plan: $35,000 for purchasing and redeveloping the Pitt Building into business space. Humane Animal Rescue League: $100,000 for expanding the community veterinary clinic. Jubilee Association: $50,000 for renovating the 2nd floor of the organization’s facility. The Citizen Science Lab: $63,000 for constructing the MLK Center for Scientific Excellence. The Education Partnership: $50,125 for constructing a warehouse to store school supplies. TMCAqua, LLC.: $60,000 for the Cordia Energy project. The remaining $375,000 in grants come courtesy of the CFA’s Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program . Grant recipients are: National Aviary: $125,000 for rose garden and pathway improvements project. Riverlife: $250,000 for reconstruction of Allegheny Landing. “I’m thrilled to help secure these funds and support Read more

 

Powell and Williams celebrate grants totaling $318,000 for community projects

(Jan 17, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 17 – State Rep. Lindsay Powell, D-Allegheny, and state Sen. Lindsey Williams, D-Allegheny, announced $318,000 in Gaming Economic Development and Tourism Fund grants under the Commonwealth Financing Authority , which will benefit Shaler, Etna and the surrounding communities. Grantees receiving GEDTF funds in Senate District 38 and House District 21 are: The Union Hotel Redevelopment Project will receive $45,000 for façade repairs to the Union Hotel, which are necessary to ensure the safety of building users and pedestrians. This project is a part of the larger Etna Business District revitalization project, which will create new housing and business opportunities in Etna while restoring the historic features of existing buildings. The Shaler Area School District will receive $50,000 for its “Young Learners Need Choice” program, which will provide collaborative tables, flexible seating options, and learning centers for K-3 classrooms at Burchfield, Marzolf and Reserve Primary schools. Shaler Area EMS will receive $118,000 for enhancements to their existing Firefighter Rehabilitation program. Shaler Area EMS currently supports nine local volunteer fire departments by medically evaluating each firefighter after significant exertion for signs of distress or medical compromise. This funding will be used to allow the agency to improve equipment available to protect volunteers and ensure their health and safety. Read more

 

More than $1.22 million awarded to invest in Pittsburgh’s economy

(Jan 17, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

“These grants from the GEDTF will allow us to invest in Pittsburgh’s economy by supporting recreation, community services and affordable housing throughout Allegheny County,” Mayes said. “While Pittsburgh continues to attract more tourists, we have the opportunity to enhance recreational activities, diversify Pittsburgh’s services to better represent marginalized communities, and address the high cost of living with more affordable housing for our residents, as well.” Read more

 

Dormont’s Hollywood Theater awarded major state grant

(Jan 17, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

Grant will help with ADA accessibility projects at historic theater Read more

 

NEWLY LISTED GRANT PROGRAMS: Cultural, Educational, Environmental, Public Safety, and Redevelopment

(Jan 17, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

Commission on Crime and Delinquency: School Safety and Security Grant Program Who May Apply: School districts, intermediate units, area career and technical schools, charter schools, cyber charter schools, regional charter schools, approved private schools, chartered school for the education of the deaf or the blind, private residential rehabilitative institutions, municipalities, law enforcement agencies, and approved vendors. Use: Municipalities, law enforcement and approved vendors are limited to apply to provide school security personnel services within schools. Schools can apply for programs that address safety and security, including but not limited to, safety and security assessments, conflict resolution or dispute management strategies, school-wide positive behavior support, school-based diversion programs, peer help programs, classroom management, training, and more. Funds: A total of $32,179,000, which includes $26,345,000 from the $50 million allocated for the School Safety and Security Grant Fund and $5,834,000 allocated from the FY23-24 Targeted School Safety Grant Program, is being announced to support this initiative. Application Deadline: February 29, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: School Mental Health Grants Who May Apply: School Districts, Intermediate Units, Area Career and Technical Schools, Charter Schools, Regional Charter Schools, and Cyber Read more

 

McAndrew: $235,300 awarded for road reconstruction, stormwater, park projects

(Jan 17, 2024) Rep. Joe McAndrew

PENN HILLS, Jan. 16 – New grants totaling $235,300 will fund road reconstruction and park planning projects in Verona Borough and stormwater improvements in Oakmont, state Rep. Joe McAndrew, D-Allegheny, announced today. McAndrew said the projects – awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority under two separate programs – will help both boroughs address needed renovations. “The new funding is going to support practical projects to improve our roads, better manage stormwater to restore our trails and plan for new parks and green spaces,” McAndrew said. “These are smart investments that will enhance quality of life for residents and help protect our natural resources. I want to thank CFA and the community partners who helped bring this funding to fruition.” McAndrew said the details of the grants are as follows: Awarded under the Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund: $175,000 to the Allegheny Valley North Council of Governments for road reconstruction work to Third Street, Athletic Street, Vogels Lane, and another, unnamed alley in Verona. $30,000 to the Allegheny Valley North Council of Governments for stormwater improvements to Dark Hollow Woods Trail in Oakmont. Awarded under the Greenways Trails and Recreation Program: $30,301 to Verona Borough for park and green space planning. The Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund is administered by Read more

 

Pisciottano secures $450,000 for community improvements

(Jan 16, 2024) Rep. Nick Pisciottano

State grants awarded for new construction, renovations Read more

 

Kinkead celebrates $525,000 for community projects

(Jan 16, 2024) Rep. Emily Kinkead

Gaming grants fund local recreation, infrastructure Read more

 

Markosek applauds $275,000 in state grants for local projects

(Jan 16, 2024) Rep. Brandon Markosek

MONROEVILLE, Jan. 16 – Rep. Brandon Markosek, D-Allegheny, announced today that the projects in East McKeesport, Wilmerding and Turtle Creek were awarded a combined $275,000 in state funding from the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Markosek said the grants – awarded under the Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund – will help address practical land use issues and improve recreational safety. “The new funding will support projects to help us fight blight, manage stormwater runoff and complete important park renovations to enhance safety,” Markosek said. “I am grateful to CFA and to our community partners who worked with us to bring this funding home.” Markosek said the funding to Turtle Creek Valley Council of Governments includes: $175,000 to demolish 13 structures in Turtle Creek. $50,000 for renovations to East Field Park in East McKeesport, which has two to three multi-use fields that are currently unusable. The project includes leveling the current fields, adding sod and replacing the retaining wall along Walnut Alley. $50,000 to replace catch basins in multiple inlets in Wilmerding with a bicycle safe grate installed on each inlet. The Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund is administered by the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County and funded through state gaming revenues that are deposited with the CFA for economic and community development projects. More Read more

 

Deasy announces more than $345,000 for local projects

(Jan 16, 2024) Rep. Dan Deasy

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 16 – State Rep. Dan Deasy, D-Allegheny, announced today that two local projects were awarded more than $345,000 in state grants to fund playground rehabilitation and a new community center roof. “These local projects are sometimes unfulfilled without the assistance of state funding programs,” Deasy said. “This is an integral part of what our jobs are as state representatives: connecting local organizations with these state grant programs in order to ease the local burden to taxpayers.” The Commonwealth Financing Authority awarded $195,100 to Rosslyn Farms for the rehabilitation of Parrish Park Playground. The funding was made available through the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program. Scott Township was awarded $150,000 to remove and replace the roof system on the Scott Township Park Pool Building. This project includes installing a new shingle roof system, asbestos testing and abatement as required, repairing damaged decking, installing a full self-adhering ice and water shield, and all new trim metal, gutters and fascia. The grant for Scott Township is made possible by the Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund which falls under the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County and the state Commonwealth Financing Authority. The grants provide financial assistance to entities to facilitate economic development projects in Allegheny County. Read more

 

Frankel: $300,000 awarded to improve District 23 attractions, community centers

(Jan 16, 2024) Rep. Dan B. Frankel

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 16 – New grants totaling $300,000 will fund renovations and improvements to several local attractions and houses of worship, state Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny, announced today. Frankel said the grants – awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority and funded through the Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund – will support improvements to beloved community places. “The new grants will fund renovations to places we go to meet up with friends, to worship, to learn and to enjoy nature and the arts,” Frankel said. “These are investments in the places we hold dear, and I want to thank CFA and our community partners who helped secure the funding for these improvements.” Frankel said the funding and projects include: $100,000 to the Frick Art and Historical Center, Inc., for exterior rehabilitation work on the Clayton mansion. $100,000 to Rodef Shalom Congregation to help replace three aging roofs. $50,000 to the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for renovations to the Schenley Park Visitors Center and Café. $50,000 to Congregation Beth Shalom to help replace HVAC units and boiler at the end of their useful life with high-efficiency units. The Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund is administered by the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County and funded through state gaming revenues that are deposited with the Read more

 

Kulik: $390,000 in state grants awarded to local projects

(Jan 16, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

“With this funding, we may rehabilitate infrastructure in Carnegie Borough and the VFW Post 418 Building in McKees Rocks, as well as support the services provided to veterans that bravely fought to defend our country’s freedom,” Kulik said. “By repairing the Carnegie Main Street Bridge, we make our roadways safer for those traveling through our area.” Read more

 

Salisbury: Nearly $1 million awarded to fund multiple District 34 projects

(Jan 16, 2024) Rep. Abigail Salisbury

BRADDOCK, Jan. 16 – New grants totaling $960,102 from the Commonwealth Financing Authority will support multiple community projects in the 34 th Legislative District, state Rep. Abigail Salisbury, D-Allegheny, announced today. Salisbury said the funding includes $585,102 under the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program for improvements to area parks and another $375,000 awarded under the Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund for improvements to multiple local community centers. “Parks and green spaces are so important to our district, but it takes planning and resources to ensure the access, parking and safe play equipment residents need,” Salisbury said. “The funding from CFA is going to help fund those kinds of improvements in parks throughout our district.” Salisbury said the GTRP funding and projects include: $210,000 to the borough of Forest Hills for the Forest Hills Parks Rehabilitation Project. $122,803 to Wilkinsburg Borough for the Rosa Parks Park Improvements Project. $104,465 to Wilkins Township for Phase 3 of the Eastmont Park Rehabilitation. $97,834 to Braddock Hills for the Braddock Hills Borough Community Playground Facility. $50,000 to North Braddock Borough for Phase 2 of the North Braddock Legends Playground Improvements Project. “It’s a great honor to be delivering crucial state funding to the green spaces that allow the people Read more

 

Steele highlights grants to invest in recreation, conservation

(Jan 16, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

“With these grants from the Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund and the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program, we make investments in the community,” Steele said. “By funding projects such as the Hilltop Hose Company No. 3, we have the opportunity to support our first responders, allowing them to better serve our community.” Read more

 

Venkat announces more than $715,000 to invest in the 30th Legislative District

(Jan 16, 2024) Allegheny County Delegation

“With these six grants, we have the opportunity to improve services that residents regularly utilize, as well as enhance our environment,” Venkat said. “By investing in our economy and recreational facilities, as well as capping an abandoned well in the Toms Run and Tippery Meadows Natural Area, we will make improvements in the quality of life of residents of our community.” Read more

 

Frankel: Nearly $80,000 awarded to combat campus hunger

(Jan 11, 2024) Rep. Dan B. Frankel

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 11 – New grant funding of $80,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Education will help two area universities fight student hunger, state Rep. Dan Frankel announced today. Frankel said the funding – which includes $60,000 to Carnegie Mellon University and $19,998 to Chatham University – will address an issue that persists at all education levels. “Student hunger isn’t just a K-12 issue – it affects college campuses, as well, making it difficult for students to learn, keep part-time jobs, buy textbooks and even stay enrolled in classes,” Frankel said. “Those problems only grew worse during the pandemic. “Hunger should never stand in the way of a student’s dreams. This new funding should help ensure greater access to nutrition for students throughout our region so they can be free to learn and focus on their future.” The funding was awarded under the PA Hunger-Free Campus grant program, which is part of the Pennsylvania Hunger-Free Campus Initiative. More information is available here: https://www.media.pa.gov/pages/Education-details.aspx?newsid=1434#:~:text=Harrisburg%2C%20PA%20%E2%80%93%20The%20Pennsylvania%20Department,on%20campuses%20across%20the%20Commonwealth . Read more

 

Steele’s legislation to provide more counseling services reported out of House Education Committee
Jan 18, 2024

Venkat, Nelson introduce resolution to raise awareness of data privacy
Jan 18, 2024

Allegheny House Dems announce $10.4 million in community investments
Jan 18, 2024

Gergely applauds grants totaling $675,000 for community projects
Jan 17, 2024

Abney hails grants totaling $873,000+ for community projects
Jan 17, 2024

Powell and Williams celebrate grants totaling $318,000 for community projects
Jan 17, 2024

More than $1.22 million awarded to invest in Pittsburgh’s economy
Jan 17, 2024

Dormont’s Hollywood Theater awarded major state grant
Jan 17, 2024

NEWLY LISTED GRANT PROGRAMS: Cultural, Educational, Environmental, Public Safety, and Redevelopment
Jan 17, 2024

McAndrew: $235,300 awarded for road reconstruction, stormwater, park projects
Jan 17, 2024

Pisciottano secures $450,000 for community improvements
Jan 16, 2024

Kinkead celebrates $525,000 for community projects
Jan 16, 2024

Markosek applauds $275,000 in state grants for local projects
Jan 16, 2024

Deasy announces more than $345,000 for local projects
Jan 16, 2024

Frankel: $300,000 awarded to improve District 23 attractions, community centers
Jan 16, 2024

Kulik: $390,000 in state grants awarded to local projects
Jan 16, 2024

Salisbury: Nearly $1 million awarded to fund multiple District 34 projects
Jan 16, 2024

Steele highlights grants to invest in recreation, conservation
Jan 16, 2024

Venkat announces more than $715,000 to invest in the 30th Legislative District
Jan 16, 2024

Frankel: Nearly $80,000 awarded to combat campus hunger
Jan 11, 2024