Krueger announces more than $475,000 in funding for park projects

Rep. Leanne Krueger December 30, 2021 | 12:41 PM

HARRISBURG, Dec. 30 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, today announced $475,200 in Community Conservation Partnership Program grants to develop or rehabilitate three different parks in the 161^st Legislative District.

“Improving and creating green spaces is an important investment in the future of our community,” Krueger said. “These are safe and clean spaces for everyone to use. I am happy that we were able to secure this funding and can bring these projects to life.”

The grants include:

Aston Township, $250,000: Further development of Aston Community Center Park, Aston Township, Delaware County. Work to include construction of amphitheater, retaining walls, pedestrian walkway and stormwater management measures; installation of lighting and utilities; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements.

Brookhaven Borough, $116,300: Rehabilitation of Samson Park, Brookhaven Borough, Delaware County. Work to include construction of multi-purpose court, pedestrian walkway, parking area and stormwater management measures; installation of fencing, lighting and utilities; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements.

Nether Providence Township, $108,900: Rehabilitation and further development of Martha Burton Park, Nether Providence Township, Delaware County. Work to include renovation of pavilion; construction of picnic area, pedestrian walkway and stormwater management measures; installation of play equipment with required safety surfacing, fencing, lighting and utilities; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements.

The Community Conservation Partnership Program grants are administered through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and can fund: