
HARRISBURG – State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and State Rep. David Rowe (R-85) today announced $80,885 has been awarded to East Buffalo Township, Union County through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program.
“Funding for this project will undoubtedly benefit our region and have a positive impact on recreational opportunities,” Yaw said. “I am pleased to see this important investment in Union County and I’m grateful to Rep. Rowe for his collaboration.”
“This grant is an exciting opportunity to enhance our local parks, making it a better place for families, children, and residents to enjoy. It is a privilege to work with Sen. Yaw in our shared efforts to improve the quality of life for our constituents,” said Rowe.
The funding awarded today will be used to support the first phase of the Township’s Turtle Creek Park development plan. The plan includes recreating and enlarging a previously existing dog park, constructing an ADA accessible loop trail, expanding and improving the parking lot and the addition of a pavilion, picnic tables and park benches. Information and educational signage will also be installed.
The CFA was established in 2004 as an independent agency of the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) to administer Pennsylvania’s economic stimulus programs. In 2012, the Marcellus Legacy Fund was created and directed natural gas drilling monies to the CFA for planning, acquisition, development, rehabilitation and repair of greenways, recreational trails, open space, parks and beautification projects using the Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program (GTRP).
For more state-related news and information, constituents can visit Senator Yaw’s website at www.SenatorGeneYaw.com or Rep. Rowe’s website at www.RepDavidRowe.com.
CONTACT:
Elizabeth Weitzel (Sen. Yaw)
717-787-3280
Nancy Nilson (Rep. Rowe)
717-787-3443