Webster announces $1.15M in funding to improve stormwater, public safety, municipal services
Rep. Joe Webster December 18, 2025 | 3:41 PM
HARRISBURG, Dec. 18 – State Rep. Joe Webster, D-Montgomery, today announced the awarding of $1,152,745 in Local Share Account grants to five Montgomery County projects that will enhance the day-to-day lives of Montgomery County residents.
According to Webster, the funding, made available through the Commonwealth Financing Authority, will help offset costs for critical local projects including culvert replacement, sewer upgrades, public works site preparation, historic preservation and the purchase of an electric vehicle for municipal use.
“Targeted investments in infrastructure and public services are essential to keeping Montgomery County safe, accessible and economically vibrant,” Webster said. “These grants support practical projects that protect our neighborhoods, preserve our history, and help local governments operate more efficiently.”
The five projects awarded grants today are:
- $236,000 — Collegeville Borough, 6th Avenue culvert replacement.
- $49,245 — Lower Providence Township, Codes Department electric vehicle.
- $300,000 — Lower Providence Township Sewer Authority, Mine Run Interceptor sewer replacement.
- $267,500 — Montgomery County Redevelopment Authority/Historic Trappe, restoration of historic stone wall and ADA patio.
- $300,000 — Upper Providence Township: Public Works Campus Phase One site preparation and salt storage.
The grants were awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority, which oversees the state’s distribution of gaming revenues to support public projects.
For questions, residents may call Webster’s office at 484-200-8263 or email RepWebster@pahouse.net.