Robbins Announces $114,000 for Community Improvement Projects in Mercer County

Harrisburg – State Senator Bob Robbins (R-50) today announced the approval of more than $114,000 in state grants for several community improvement projects in Mercer County.

"One of the most important jobs of a legislator is to make sure that tax dollars return to the local area to benefit local projects. Fortunately, my position in Senate leadership allows me to advocate for my district and ensure that Mercer County gets its fair share of funds," said Robbins.

Robbins announced the following Department of Community and Economic Development Community Revitalization Program grants:

Children's Aid Society -- $47,215 to replace the roof on the society's main office building on Market Street in Mercer. The building serves as headquarters from which the Children's Aid Society provides countywide services to children and their families.
Mercer County Grange Fair -- $15,000 to repair the Pulling Track, purchase a section of new bleachers, and purchase a new PA system to service the entire fairgrounds.
Community Counseling Center of Mercer County -- $15,000 to renovate a former grocery store along Route 62 in Hermitage for use as its new headquarters. Landscaping, parking lot and sidewalk work is necessary to bring it up to city standards.
Hermitage School District -- $5,000 to purchase three treadmills and expand its P.A.C.E. EXPRESS physical fitness program. The program uses education and motivation to improve student health and reduce childhood obesity.
Buhl Farm Park -- $20,000 for construction of a storage building to hold maintenance equipment. The Buhl Farm trust provides a variety of recreation opportunities to the public, including swimming, a free nine hold golf course, baseball fields, tennis courts and other outdoor recreation activities.
Clark Borough -- $6,000 for the purchase and installation of new steel and aluminum doors for the borough building. The new doors will improve energy efficiency and security, and provide better accessibility for persons with disabilities.
Mercer County Historical Society --$6,000 for the development of displays for the Mercer County Sports Hall of Fame and the preservation of sports memorabilia related to the athletes and coaches of Mercer County.

CONTACT: Mike Hengst (717) 787-1322