Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility Madden: More than $1.5M in grants for community projects coming to Monroe County, 115th Legislative District

Madden: More than $1.5M in grants for community projects coming to Monroe County, 115th Legislative District

Rep. Maureen E. Madden    May 21, 2026 | 2:50 PM

State Rep. Maureen Madden, D-Monroe, today announced the allocation of $1,504,946 in Local Share Account grant funding to support infrastructure, public-safety, economic-development and community-revitalization projects throughout Monroe County and the 115th Legislative District.

“These awards are a reflection of our ongoing commitment to ensuring gaming revenues are reinvested directly into the communities that make our region strong,” Madden said. “By directing these funds toward infrastructure improvements, public services and revitalization projects throughout Monroe County and the 115th Legislative District, we are creating opportunities for growth and enhancing the quality of life for residents. These investments not only support our local economy today but also help build a stronger, more connected community for the future.”

Madden said the grants will fund a variety of projects designed to improve municipal services, strengthen public safety and support long-term community development across the region.

  • $240,000 to Barrett Township for Administrative and Recreation Complex generator.
  • $200,000 to Coolbaugh Township for Coolbaugh Campus Safety and Renovation Project.
  • $50,000 to Middle Smithfield Township for the Downtown Development District Plan.
  • $116,626 to Monroe County Industrial Development Authority for the Crescent Lake Well Water System Project.
  • $78,750 to Monroe County Industrial Development Authority for Evergreen Charter School vehicle purchase.
  • $189,282 to VALOR Clinic Foundation to purchase three vans to use for their Hope for the Homeless Program, which helps veterans.
  • $100,000 to Monroe County Industrial Development Authority for Pocono Mtn. Regional EMS Ambulance.
  • $280,288 to Monroe County Industrial Development Authority for the Skytop Lodge Sewage Treatment Improvement Project.
  • $200,000 to Pocono Mountains Industrial Park Authority for improvements at Exits 298-299.
  • $50,000 to Smithfield Township for sprinkler-system upgrades for Marshalls Creek Fire Co.

The Local Share Account funding, which is derived from tax dollars generated at Pennsylvania’s casinos, was approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority, a state agency that coordinates various statewide economic development programs.

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House Democratic Communications Office
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Email: mpeters@pahouse.net
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