Westmoreland Review

Rep. Eric Nelson of Westmoreland announced the allocation of grant funding to several local governments within the 57th Legislative District. The grants will benefit fire departments, schools, and infrastructure projects.

"I am happy to work with Sen. Kim Ward to fund these important projects and help our local communities," Nelson stated. "We are helping to upgrade roofs, emergency shelters, sidewalks and sewage inspection capability. These important foundational projects will benefit our communities for generations to come."

The city of Greensburg received nearly $750,000 on behalf of the Greensburg Volunteer Fire Department No. 2 for a roof replacement and solar project aimed at enhancing energy efficiency. Southwest Greensburg was awarded approximately $150,000 for upgrades to its fire department and emergency operations center. Hempfield Township secured nearly $120,000 for a mobile camera system intended for stormwater sewer inspections.

These Local Share Account grants support economic development and community improvement through gaming funds collected under the PA Race Horse Development and Gaming Act (Act 71 of 2004).

Grants from the Public School Facility Improvement Grant Program were also announced. The Central Westmoreland Career and Technology Center obtained nearly $2.5 million for energy efficiency improvements at its New Stanton facility, expected to reduce energy costs by at least 30% annually. Hempfield Area School District will receive $1 million for roof replacement and HVAC work at Stanwood Elementary School.

Additional grants include:

- Adamsburg Borough: $143,454 for intersection upgrades and road paving.

- New Stanton Borough: $434,365 for a new pavilion and playground equipment in New Stanton Park.

- Southwest Greensburg Borough: $97,231 for a public works vehicle and landscaping equipment.

- Westmoreland County: $815,200 for safety upgrades at the courthouse and district court equipment.

- Youngwood Borough: $317,554 for security cameras installation and fencing replacement.

- Greensburg Salem School District: $377,812 for roof replacement at Greensburg Salem High School.