Twenty-five projects, focusing on social service, youth, public safety, veterans, and outdoor improvements to mention a cross section, were approved for funding by the Lackawanna County Commissioners through their Community Re-Invest Program totaling $172,755. The public-private partnership investment for 2019 is $2,475,789.
The Community Re-Invest Program was established in July of 2013. It represents the “last mile” funding to help bring the initiatives to fruition. The overall public-private investment since its inception is $8,169,139.
The projects that were approved during this round of funding include:
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE
Project Description: Purchase and demolition of two blighted properties for future expansion.
Total Project Cost: $230,000
Amount from CRP Program: $10,000
BHUTANESE CULTURAL FOUNDATION
Project Description: Upgrades to community hall, which will include new flooring, drywall, ceiling tiles, and three new doors.
Total Project Cost: $13,000
Amount from CRP Program: $7,000
- B. JERMYN LODGE #2 (Scranton)
Project Description: Replacement of roof heating and air-conditioning units.
Total Project Cost: $22,500
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
TRIPP PARK MISS-E LEAGUE
Project Description: Renovation of kitchen in concession stand.
Total Project Cost: $24,500
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
WESTON PARK TEENER LEAGUE
Project Description: Professional restoration of the playing field (grass installation).
Total Project Cost: $7,198
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
MAYFIELD BOROUGH
Project Description: Municipal building renovations, including purchase and installation of commercial-grade railing for the back porch and stairs.
Total Project Cost: $9,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
SHOPA-DAVEY VFW POST 6082 (Peckville)
Project Description: Exterior and interior renovations, including wall and ceiling repairs and a bilco basement door installation.
Total Project Cost: $4,800
Amount from CRP Program: $4,800
VETERANS HOME ASSOCIATION (Jefferson Township)
Project Description: Drill a new well and purchase a backup generator.
Total Project Cost: $60,000
Amount from CRP Program: $7,000
FRIENDSHIP HOUSE
Project Description: Purchase a pickup truck for maintenance.
Total Project Cost: $15,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER
Project Description: Ramp, walkway and step replacements around The Carriage House.
Total Project Cost: $25,000
Amount from CRP Program: $10,000
ARCHBALD BOROUGH
Project Description: Replace play structure at Betty Street playground in Eynon.
Total Project Cost: $14,465
Amount from CRP Program: $14,000
SCOTT BASEBALL ASSOCIATION
Project Description: Construction of an indoor recreation facility for use in inclement weather.
Total Project Cost: $75,000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
BLAKELY BOROUGH
Project Description: Purchase radio equipment for the police department.
Total Project Cost: $5,755
Amount from CRP Program: $5,255
BLAKELY BOROUGH
Project Description: Purchase four earth planters for the borough building and 11 cameras for security at the ambulance building, Brook Street Park, and the borough garage.
Total Project Cost: $10,842
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
WAVERLY COMMUNITY HOUSE
Project Description: Purchase an interactive learning center with sensory technology.
Total Project Cost: $92,500
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
MAYFIELD BOROUGH
Project Description: Repair roof at Emergency Services Center.
Total Project Cost: $9,750
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
UNITED COMMUNITY OUTREACH FOOD PANTRY (Peckville)
Project Description: Community restrooms construction.
Total Project Cost: $53,139
Amount from CRP Program: $10,000
ONE HOT MEAL (Scranton)
Project Description: Bathroom renovations for ADA compliance for the nonprofit agency that utilizes St. Stanislaus Church facilities to provide meals to those in need.
Total Project Cost: $8,900
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
FRIENDS OF THE BUCKS (Dunmore)
Project Description: Erection of a Coach Jack Henzes tribute statue at Dunmore High School.
Total Project Cost: $40, 000
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
WHITMORE HOSE COMPANY (Mayfield)
Project Description: Prime and re-paint the ladder room and new addition.
Total Project Cost: $11,875
Amount from CRP Program: $5,000
MARINE CORPS LEAGUE
Project Description: Ceiling and floor repairs in the main hall.
Total Project Cost: $9,000
Amount from CRP Program: $9,000
LACKAWANNA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Project Description: Exterior improvements to The Catlin House, including new handicapped ramp.
Total Project Cost: $43,100
Amount from CRP Program: $10,000
LACKAWANNA RIVER CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION
Project Description: Construction of a pavilion at Sweeney’s Beach, a river access and educational site.
Total Project Cost: $27,500
Amount from CRP Program: $10,000
THROOP HOSE COMPANY #1
Project Description: Matching funds needed for purchase of breathing apparatus though FEMA AFG grant.
Total Project Cost: $101,200
Amount from CRP Program: $9,200
- UBALDO SOCIETY
Project Description: Building and grounds renovation, including exterior painting and new fencing.
Total Project Cost: $6,550
Amount from CRP Program: $6,500
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