HARRISBURG – Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R-171) today announced that the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) granted more than $1,600,000 to Mifflin County for a community revitalization initiative.
“It was a pleasure to lend my support toward these important Mifflin County projects,” Ward said. “The Mifflin County Historical Courthouse is incredibly important to the community and is currently home to the Juniata River Valley Chamber of Commerce, Juniata River Valley Visitors Bureau and the Mifflin County Historical Society. These much-needed improvements will only help to make these buildings better and safer for the community.”
“These are competitive grants, and we applaud county officials for successfully pursuing this funding,” said Benninghoff. “I know many members of the community are anxious for the library to open again in the new year and we’re all looking forward to seeing the renovations they’ve made as they continue to serve Mifflin County.”
The project will focus on two key assets within downtown Lewistown. The first is the Mifflin County Historic Courthouse, and the second is the Mifflin County Library. The County owns both assets. The funds will be used to make non-structural improvements, including upgrades to the mechanical, electrical, plumbing and ventilation/airflow systems.
RACP, a $3.1 billion program administered through the Office of the Budget, provides grants for development projects that boost the economic, civic, cultural, recreational or historical value of the surrounding community.
Residents can follow Ward on Facebook at Facebook.com/SenJudyWard and X (Twitter) @SenatorJWard for news about legislation and the 30th Senate District. Contact information for her district offices and other information can be found on her website at SenatorJudyWard.com, and constituents also can sign up for her e-newsletter at SenatorJudyWard.com/enewsletters.
Residents can follow Benninghoff on Facebook at Facebook.com/RepBenninghoff for news about legislation and the 171st Legislative District. Contact information for his district offices can be found on his website, www.RepKerryBenninghoff.com. You can also sign up to receive his weekly email, the Benninghoff Brief, at KerryBenninghoff.com/Email-Signup.
Ward contact: Nathan Akers
717-787-2421
Benninghoff contact: Scott Little
(717) 260-6137