Robbins Announces Grants for Mercer County
Recreational Projects
Harrisburg – State Senator Bob Robbins (R-50) today announced the
awarding of state grants to assist five recreational projects in
Mercer County.
"The availability of outdoor recreation is an important part of
healthy communities, and these grants will help expand outdoor
recreational opportunities in Mercer County," said Robbins. "These
projects involve a great deal of local effort, and I am pleased to be
able to announce these state grants to help cover the cost of the
work."
The senator announced the following grants:
$28,400 to Clark Borough to develop Henderson Taylor Community
Park.
$10,000 to the Munnell Run Farm Foundation Inc. to develop a master
plan site for the 163-acre Munnell Run Farm to maximize the site as an
educational facility.
$20,000 to Sharpsville Borough to develop the Erie Canal Lock
Walkway.
$40,000 to Shenango Township to renovate the community park.
$30,000 to Stoneboro Borough to rehabilitate the skateboard park.
The recreation grants were awarded by the state Department of
Conservation and Natural Resources. They are among $15.3 million being
awarded to 212 projects statewide.
CONTACT: Mike Hengst (717) 787-1322
