Grants Awarded in the 111th District
Brooklyn Township, Susquehanna County - $15 grant awarded under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The amount is based on the 4.4 tons recycled for calendar year 2011 and the municipality’s population.
Wayne County - $48,073 has been awarded under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The amount is based on the 3,772.5 tons recycled in calendar year 2010 and the municipality’s population.
Susquehanna County - $7,154 awarded under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The amount is based on the 1,234 tons recycled for calendar year 2010 and the municipality’s population.
Clifford Township, Susquehanna County - $104 grant awarded under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The amount of the grant is based on the 27 tones recycled for calendar year 2010 and the municipality’s population.
Lennox Township, Susquehanna County
$96 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s Recycling Performance Grant Program. The amount of the grant is determined based on the 24.3 tons recycled in Lennox Township for calendar year 2010 and the municipality’s population. The program aims to provide incentive to help communities increase the amount of material s recovered through recycling.
Susquehanna County - $23,501.40 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s County Recycling Coordinator Grant Program will be used to reimburse 50 percent of the county recycling coordinator’s salary and expenses.
Wyoming County Commissioner - $130,000 grant from the Department of Environmental Protection will be used for the construction of multiple projects to repair damages along streams in Wyoming County caused by severe flooding by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee in 2011.
New Milford Township, Susquehanna County - $30,000 grant from the Department of Environmental Protection will be used for the installation of 215 feet of riprap to Beaver Creek and the installation of 235 feet of riprap to East Lake Creek to eliminate erosion and flooding threats from streams caused by the flooding from Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee.
Silver Lake Township, Susquehanna County - $508 grant under the Recycling Performance Grant Program based on 78.8 tons recycled for calendar year 2010 and the municipality’s population. The Recycling Performance Grant Program provides incentive to help Pennsylvania communities increase the amount of materials recovered through recycling and promote economic growth in the Commonwealth through job creation and market expansion.
Great Bend Township - $30,000 has been awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection for the construction of two projects along Denton Creek on State Route 171 in Susquehanna County to repair damages caused by severe flooding during Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee in 2011.
Wayne County Recycling Center - $31,511 awarded under the state’s County Recycling Coordinator Grant Program to be used to reimburse 50 percent of the county recycling coordinator’s salary and expenses.
Wyoming County Commissioners - $33,588 awarded under the state’s County Recycling Coordinator Grant Program to be used to reimburse 50 percent of the county recycling coordinator’s salary and expenses.
Wayne County - $54,955 has been awarded under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The amount of the grant is based on the 3.994.4 tons recycled for calendar year 2009 along with the county’s population. The Recycling Performance Grant Program provides incentive to help Pennsylvania communities increase the amount of materials recovered through recycling and promote economic growth in the state through job creation and market expansion.
Tunkhannock Township, Wyoming County - $2,150 grant awarded by the Department of Environmental Protection to reimburse 50 percent of the eligible expenses for performing mandated sewage enforcement provisions.
Wyoming County Recycling - $285,30 awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to reimburse 50 percent of the costs for developing and operating two household hazardous waste collection events at the Wyoming County Recycling Center in 2011.
Wyoming County Commissioners - $60,000 awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection for the stabilization of the Oxbow, Moneypenny and Bowman creeks damaged by recent, severe hurricane flooding.
Wyoming County – The Mehoopany Creek Watershed Association in Wyoming County has been awarded $661,860 for its Mehoopany Creek Watershed project.
Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties – In Susquehanna County, the Susquehanna County Conservation District has been awarded $130,000 for its Dubois Creek project. In Wyoming County, the Mehoopany Creek Watershed Association has been awarded $661,860 for its Mehoopany Creek Watershed project.
Lemon Township, Wyoming County - $288.75 was awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection under the Sewage Facilities Enforcement Grants Program. The funding will be used to reimburse 50 percent of the eligible expenses for performing state required sewage enforcement provisions.
Wyoming County – $4,233 was awarded by the Department of Environmental Protection under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The amount of the grant is based on the 563.7 tons recycled by the township for calendar year 2009, along with the municipality’s population.
Major, Boback Announce $31,392 Grant for Wyoming County Commissioners - Reps. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Karen Boback (R-Columbia/Luzerne/Wyoming) today announced a state grant of $31,392 for the Wyoming County Commissioners under the County Recycling Coordinator Grant Program.
The program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, provides grants to reimburse 50 percent of the county recycling coordinator’s salary and expenses.
“This funding is vital to our counties, which are always trying to accomplish a lot with limited resources,” said Major. “Recycling efforts across the state are continuing to increase and having a coordinator to manage the various programs is essential. Having this funding stream available is an important component of the state’s overall recycling strategy.”
“Community recycling programs make it easy for citizens to conserve our natural resources and increase the success of recycling efforts,” said Boback. “I applaud Wyoming County for the effort it makes to encourage recycling.”
Major, Pickett Announce Recycling Grant for Susquehanna County
To help Susquehanna County with the costs of maintaining its recycling program, Reps. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) today announced that a state grant worth more than $22,000 will help the county’s recycling program.
“County budgets are strapped, and that has a direct impact on the services they are able to provide to area residents,” said Major. “With this funding, the recycling coordinator position will be properly funded and the county will be able to continue offering a variety of recycling programs.”
“Recycling has become a daily part of most residents’ lives, even in rural areas like ours,” Pickett said. “The value of recycling isn’t just about tossing a glass jar or plastic bottle into a recycling bin but about protecting our natural resources. Grants like this help ensure recycling programs are maintained.”
The grant is part of the Department of Environmental Protection’s County Recycling Coordinator Grant Program.
The funds granted to Susquehanna County will be used to reimburse 50 percent of the county recycling coordinator’s salary and expenses.
More information about recycling efforts in Susquehanna County is available online at www.SusquehannaRecycle.com.
Clifford Township, Susquehanna County - $153 was awarded by the Department of Environmental Protection under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The amount of the grant is based on the 24.4 tons recycled by the township for calendar year 2009, along with the municipality’s population.
Washington Township, Wyoming County - $159.78 was awarded under the Sewage Facilities Enforcement Grants Programs to reimburse 50 percent of the eligible expenses for performing the state’s sewage enforcement provisions.
Liberty Township, Susquehanna County - $40 was awarded under the Recycling Performance Grant Program to help provide incentive for communities to increase the amount of materials recovered through recycling. The grant amount in based on the amount recycled for calendar year 2009 and the municipality’s population.
Silver Lake Township, Susquehanna County - $1,011 was awarded under the Recycling Performance Grant Program to help provide incentive for communities to increase the amount of materials recovered through recycling. The grant amount in based on the amount recycled for calendar year 2009 and the municipality’s population.
Susquehanna County - $11,278 was awarded under the Recycling Performance Grant Program to help provide incentive for communities to increase the amount of materials recovered through recycling. The grant amount in based on the amount recycled for calendar year 2009 and the municipality’s population.
Falls Township, Wyoming County - $1,844 under the Sewage Facilities Enforcement Grants Programs to reimburse 50 percent of the eligible expenses for performing the state’s sewage enforcement provisions.
Susquehanna County Council of Governments – $5,500 from the Department of Community and Economic Development for a Shared Municipal Services Project to help pay for office equipment and record keeping updates.
Preston Township, Wayne County - $94,300 in Local Share Assessment Funding from the Department of Community and Economic Development for the Stockport Turnpike Bridge Replacement Project. The funds will be used for the replacement of the bridge due to corroded and deformed culvert pipes and a deteriorating roadway approach.
Major and Peifer Announce Recycling Grant for Wayne County -
State Reps. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Mike Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne) today announced a $28, 270 state grant for the Wayne County Recycling Center.
“These grants are essential in helping area municipalities afford the position of a recycling coordinator to administer the county’s recycling programs,” said Major. “In this day and age, with landfills reaching capacity and society consuming more perishable goods, recycling is more important than ever; however due to budget constraints many municipalities are having a hard time appropriating funds for the position.”
The grant was administered by the Department of Environmental Protection under its County Recycling Coordinator Grant Program.
The money will be used to reimburse 50 percent of the county recycling coordinator’s salary and expenses.
“This recycling grant is important because it brings back state funding to promote a program that lowers the amount of litter that gets into our green areas and waterways,” Peifer said.
Major, Peifer Announce Recycling Grant for Wayne County
The state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has awarded a grant of $56,169 to Wayne County in support of its recycling program, announced Reps. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Mike Peifer (R-Monroe/Wayne/Pike).
“I commend the people of Wayne County for their commitment to recycling,” Major said. “Their efforts support the environment and help reduce the amount of trash in our landfills.”
“Increased recycling also has economic benefits,” Peifer said. “There is a growing market for using recycled materials, which helps create jobs and promote growth.”
The grant award is based on the 4,021.7 tons of materials recycled in 2008. The Recycling Performance Grant Program provides incentive to Pennsylvania municipalities to increase the amount of materials recovered through recycling.
Silver Lake Township, Susquehanna County – $1,336 awarded by the state Department of Environmental Protection under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The grant is based on 105.7 tons recycled for the calendar year 2008 and the municipality’s population.
Wyoming County Recycling – $2,203.72 awarded by the state Department of Environmental Protection under the Pennsylvania Small Business and Household Pollution Prevention Grant Program. The grant will be used to reimburse 50 percent of the costs for developing and operating a household hazardous waste collection event.
Clifford Township, Susquehanna County – $212 awarded by the state Department of Environmental Protection under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The grant is based on 31.8 tons recycled for the calendar year 2008 and the municipality’s population.
Liberty Township, Susquehanna County – $25 awarded by the state Department of Environmental Protection under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The grant is based on 4.6 tons recycled for the calendar year 2008 and the municipality’s population.
Lenox Township, Susquehanna County – $127 awarded by the state Department of Environmental Protection under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The grant is based on 20 tons recycled for the calendar year 2008 and the municipality’s population.
Brooklyn Township, Susquehanna County – $30 awarded by the state Department of Environmental Protection under the Recycling Performance Grant Program. The grant is based on 5.2 tons recycled for the calendar year 2008 and the municipality’s population.
Wyoming County Earns Recycling Grant
The state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has awarded a grant of $285.30 to Wyoming County Recycling.
The grant will be used to reimburse 50 percent of the costs for developing and operating a household hazardous waste (HHW) collection event at the Wyoming County Recycling Center from May to September 2010.
The grant was awarded under the Pennsylvania Small Business and Household Pollution Prevention Grant Program of Act 190 of m1996.
Major, Boback Announce Wyoming County Recycling Grant
Reps. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Karen Boback (R-Columbia/Luzerne/Wyoming) today announced a $4,525 grant has been awarded to Wyoming County for its recycling program.
Provided by the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), the grant is based on the 592.5 tons of materials recycled in the county during 2008. The Recycling Performance Grant Program provides incentive to Pennsylvania municipalities to increase the amount of materials recovered through recycling.
“The Commonwealth has been working with local communities across the state to boost participation in recycling programs,” Major said. “This grant is an important investment in those programs and the economic and environmental benefits they provide.”
“I applaud the citizens of Wyoming County for taking part in this important initiative,” Boback said. “By recycling more materials, we are able to make better use of our resources and curtail the amount of trash we are adding to our landfills.”
Major, Pickett Announce Recycling Grant for Susquehanna County
The state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has awarded a grant of $11,625 to Susquehanna County in support of its recycling program, announced Reps. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna).
“Recycling benefits both the economy and the environment,” Major said. “There is a growing market for using recycled materials, which helps create jobs and promote growth. Just as importantly, we send less trash to our landfills.”
“This grant is a worthwhile investment in our Commonwealth’s future,” Pickett said. “It is always encouraging to see more people, and more communities, participating in the county’s recycling program.”
The grant award is based on the 1,203.5 tons of materials recycled in 2008. The Recycling Performance Grant Program provides incentive to Pennsylvania municipalities to increase the amount of materials recovered through recycling.
Susquehanna County COG Sewage Committee - $63,991 grant awarded by the Department of Environmental Protection for reimbursement of 50 percent of the eligible expenses for performing the sewage enforcement provisions required under Act 537 of 1966.
Clinton Township, Wyoming County - $40,000 Community Conservation Partnership Program grant awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The grant will be used for construction of a pavilion; installation of utilities, fencing, pedestrian walkways and other site amenities; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements at Joint Municipal Park.
Major, Peifer Announce More Than $47,700 in Grants for Wayne County
Reps. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne) today announced two grants for the Wayne County Recycling Center and Wayne County Solid Waste Department from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
“Funding for these county agencies is essential in order to improve operations and continue to meet consumer demand,” said Major. “I am pleased DEP recognizes the financial challenges our counties face and have chosen to distribute grants to two deserving agencies in Wayne County.”
“Recycling goes hand in hand with preserving our environment and outdoors,” said Peifer. “State support for recycling helps preserve the natural heritage of our region, and maintain the health of our rivers, lakes and forests.”
The Wayne County Recycling Center will receive $4,031 under the Pennsylvania Small Business and Household Pollution Prevention Grant Program for the reimbursement of 50 percent of the costs for developing and operating a household hazardous waste (HHW) event at the center on April 23 and 24, 2010.
The Wayne County Solid Waste Department will receive $43,748 under the County Planning Grant Program for reimbursement of up to 80 percent of the costs to revise the county’s solid waste management plan.
Major, Pickett Announce $37,350 Grant for Susquehanna County
Susquehanna County will receive a grant of $37,350 under the Department of Environmental Protection’s County Planning Grant Program, announced Reps. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna).
The funding will be used for the reimbursement of up to 80 percent of the costs to revise the county’s solid waste management plan.
“Solid waste management is a vital component of every county’s infrastructure and this grant will help ease the financial strain of upgrading the county’s plan,” said Major. “With shifting populations, the upgrading of sewage plans is a continuing challenge for counties.”
“Revising such a plan is an expensive undertaking, especially for a rural county,” Pickett said. “That is why I am pleased there are state resources available to help reimburse such a large part of the cost of updating the plan and ensuring that solid waste in Susquehanna County is managed in the best possible ways.”
State Grant to Help Susquehanna County’s Recycling Efforts
More than $20,000 from the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will benefit Susquehanna County’s recycling efforts, Reps. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) and Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) said today.
The county will receive $21,678 to offset 50 percent of the salary and expenses for the county recycling coordinator.
“Recycling is an important part of protecting our environment and ensuring that materials that can be recycled and reused is a responsibility that many residents take very seriously,” Pickett said. “I am pleased the Commonwealth sets aside funding so that rural counties like Susquehanna can continue to provide recycling programs without an undue financial cost on counties.”
“Recycling has become essential in order to help preserve our natural resources, and our county recycling coordinators do a lot of work promoting the importance of recycling, making recycling easy and convenient for home owners and businesses, organizing recycling events and coordinating the collection and distribution of the recyclable waste materials once they reach the county facility,” said Major. “I am thankful that we are able to provide money through the state for these efforts.”
The funding is made possible through the County Recycling Coordinator Grant Program of 1988.
The county recycling center’s residential drop-off area is one of the few in Pennsylvania that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. More information about recycling in Susquehanna County, such as recyclable materials and special collection events, is available online at SusquehannaRecycle.com.
Major, Peifer Announce $29,444 Grant for Wayne County Recycling Center
Reps. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna, Wayne, Wyoming) and Mike Peifer (R-Monroe/Pike/Wayne) today announced a grant for $29,444 from the Department of Environmental Protection for the Wayne County Recycling Center.
“Recycling has become a very large and important part of the waste industry,” said Major. “Wayne County consistently does a great job with its promotion, collection and processing of recycled materials, and this grant will go a long way in helping to offset the expenses for the county recycler who organizes these efforts.”
The grant is being awarded under the County Recycling Coordinator Grant Program for the reimbursement of 50 percent of the county recycling coordinator’s salary and expenses.
“We’re seeing recycling become more of a national priority with resources such as petroleum that is used in plastic, becoming more expensive and less available,” Peifer said. “The industry employs thousands of people in Pennsylvania and reduces the amount of waste that ends up in landfills.”
Washington Township, Wyoming County - $541.31 grant from the Department of Environmental Protection for the reimbursement of 42.5 percent of the eligible expenses for performing the sewage enforcement provisions under the PA Sewage Facilities Act 537 of 1966.
Susquehanna County Grants
American Legion Post 357 – $24,423 for an air conditioning system replacement.
Borough of Susquehanna - $15,000 for Susquehanna Police Department equipment.
Clifford Township – $23,500 for the Clifford Township Municipal Building sidewalk project.
Herrick Township - $40,000 for a dump truck project.
Hop Bottom Borough - $5,000 for Hop Bottom Borough Hall roof replacement.
New Milford Township - $150,000 for building of new cinder shed and municipal garage.
Springville Volunteer Fire Company - $49,000 for fire hall renovations.
Local Lawmakers Announce $350,000 in Grant Funding for Mehoopany Creek Watershed Association
State Reps. Sandra Major (R-111) and Karen Boback (R-117), along with Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), announced today that Mehoopany Creek Watershed Association Inc. will receive an Environmental Stewardship and Watershed Protection grant.
The grant totals $350,000 and will be used for the final phase of construction of the Windy Valley stream restoration project in Wyoming County.
“Watershed groups, like Mehoopany, are essential to addressing the state’s conservation and preservation goals,” said Major. “The hard work, time and energy put forth to seeing these projects through to completion is commendable, and this grant will help the association complete its work on Windy Valley stream and further protect the local environment.”
“I commend the Mehoopany Creek Watershed Association for its work to protect and preserve our natural resources,” said Boback. “I am hopeful the association’s work to restore the stream to its historical channel will help to mitigate flooding concerns.”
Windy Valley is one of 64 projects that were selected to receive a grant under the Growing Greener’s Environmental Stewardship and Watershed Protection grant program. Funding is used to clean up rivers, streams and watershed resources.
“This creek and watershed are enjoyed by many outdoor enthusiasts and are part of what make this area so beautiful and scenic,” Baker said. “I’m pleased the state is working to support local efforts to clean up non-point sources of pollution throughout the watershed, helping to protect our environment for future generations.”
Major and Boback Announce Recycling Grant for Wyoming County
Reps. Sandra Major (Bradford/Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and Karen Boback (R-Columbia/Luzerne/Wyoming) announced today that Wyoming County has received a grant award through the Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) County Recycling Coordinator Grant Program.
“Wyoming County can be proud of the work it has done to implement such a successful recycling program,” said Major. “This grant will help the county continue and expand those efforts.
Wyoming County was awarded $31,836 through the program. The grant will be used to reimburse the county for 50 percent of its County Recycling Coordinator programs.
“Recycling is important because it saves energy, reduces waste, protects our environment and has many economic benefits,” said Boback. “I applaud Wyoming County for its recycling efforts.
The Wyoming County Recycling Center is located on Route 92 South and can be reached by entering the Tunkhannock Township Municipal Building. It is open from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The center accepts the following materials:
- Plastic-only bottle and jars that are numbered 1 or 2 on bottom.
- Clear and brown glass beverage and food containers.
- Tin cans – must be clean, but labels can remain affixed.
- Aluminum cans/pie pans.
- Corrugated cardboard – USA and Canadian Cardboard only.
- Newspapers and brown paper bags.
- Magazines - stapled and glue bound are acceptable.
- Office Paper - white ledger and white computer paper (please place these items in a separate bag from other recyclables).
To learn more about recycling, visit DEP’s Web site at www.DEP.state.pa.us and choose the “Waste” tab.
Boback, Major, Baker Announce Wyoming County Conservation District Grant
Rep. Karen Boback (R-117), along with Rep. Sandra Major (R-111) and Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), announced today that the Wyoming County Conservation District will receive $125,000 from the Department of Environmental Protection for five area stream improvement projects.
“As we have seen from local flooding and from the damage that spring rains have done all over the East Coast, it is important to address stream bank flooding issues right away,” said Boback.
The grant will be used to alleviate damage to stream channels caused by the Jan. 25 flood at the following locations:
- Hettsheimer Run in Noxen Township (there are actually two improvement projects slated for this location).
- Leonard Creek in Monroe Township.
- Roaring Run in Monroe Township.
- Tributary to the Susquehanna River in Washington Township.
“Erosion and sediment control along our waterways are huge issues that impact our environment,” said Major. “By making sure our stream banks are built up and providing proper drainage, we can help mitigate these potential problems.”
The projects will include improvements such as installation of stacked rock, installation of riprap and installation of multi-log vane deflectors.
“Small investments now in effective stream improvements can make a big difference later by preventing flooding or lessening the extent of damage when flooding occurs,” said Senator Lisa Baker.
Penns Best Inc., Wyoming County - $7,500 awarded under the Department of EnvironmentalProtection’s Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Program for the purchase of auxiliary power units to reduce idling during layovers. The grant program provides a 25 percent reimbursement grant, up to a maximum of $25,000 to enable Pennsylvania small businesses to acquire certain pieces of equipment that promote energy efficiency.
Mehoopany Creek Watershed Association Inc., Wyoming County - $350,000 awarded under theDepartment of Environmental Protection’s Growing Greener program for the final construction phase of Windy Valley. Funding awarded through the Growing Greener program is used to clean up rivers, streams and watershed resources across Pennsylvania.
Major Announces Grant Funding for Oakland Township
Rep. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) today congratulated Oakland Township on receiving an $839.31 state grant from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) under the PA Sewage Facilities Act.
“Our local townships do a great job at managing the sewage lines and treatment of waste day in and day out,” said Major. “This funding helps local governments pay for the expense of meeting state mandated enforcement codes to ensure proper management of sewage across the state.”
The funding will be used to reimburse 42.5 percent of the eligible reimbursement for performing required sewage enforcement provisions as established by the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act.
According to DEP, the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act was enacted in 1966 to correct existing sewage disposal problems and prevent future problems. The act requires proper planning in all types of sewage disposal situations. Local municipalities are largely responsible for administering the sewage facilities program. To assist local municipalities in fulfilling this responsibility, the DEP provides technical assistance, financial assistance, and oversight.
Lemon Township, Wyoming County - $471.56 grant under the Department of Environmental Protection’s PA Sewage Facilities Act 537 for the reimbursement of 42.5 percent of the eligible expenses for performing the sewage enforcement provisions of Act 537.
Major Announces Recycling Performance Grant for Wyoming County
Rep. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) announced that the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently awarded a grant to Wyoming County for its recycling efforts.
The grant of $4,197 is based on the 560.1 tons recycled for calendar year 2007 and population of the county.
“Recycling is good for the environment and the economy,” Major said. “Aluminum, for example, can be recycled using less than 5 percent of the energy used to make the original product.”
The Recycling Performance Grant Program provides incentives to help communities in Pennsylvania increase the amount of material recovered through recycling and promote economic growth in the state through job creation and market expansion.
The grant is in addition to the funds that DEP allocates to municipalities to establish and maintain recycling programs.
Major Announces Grant for Monroe Township to Aid in Sewage Facilities Planning
Rep. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) said today that a $184 state grant will be help reimburse Monroe Township in Wyoming County for its efforts to properly plan for sewage treatment and disposal.
“This grant will help keep our land, creeks and streams clean and is important for maintaining the public health,” said Major.
The grant will be used to reimburse 42.5 percent of the eligible reimbursement for performing the sewage enforcement provisions within Act 537, and was awarded under the Sewage Facilities Planning Grants Program of Act 537 of 1966.
The Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act requires local agencies to administer a permitting program for the installation of septic systems. The program establishes uniform standards to protect public health and prevent environmental problems due to substandard or malfunctioning septic systems.
Boback and Major Announce Arts Grants for Several Wyoming County Programs
Boback and Major Announce Arts Grants for Several Wyoming County Programs
Boback and Major Announce Arts Grants for Several Wyoming County Programs
Reps. Karen Boback (R-Columbia/Luzerne/Wyoming) and Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) announced today that the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) has approved grants totaling $10,887 for Wyoming County.
“The arts and culture are important influences on our quality of life,” Boback said. “The grants will help support two important arts programs in the county.
The grants include:
- Endless Mountains Council of the Arts, $1,895.
- Wyoming County Cultural Center, $8,992.
“The PCA grants which are awarded throughout Pennsylvania assure that quality arts programs are available in all regions of the Commonwealth not just in the major metropolitan areas,” Major said.
Founded in 1966, the mission of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) is to foster the excellence, diversity and vitality of the arts in Pennsylvania and to broaden the availability and appreciation of those arts throughout the state.
Major Announces Arts Grants for Susquehanna County Programs
Rep. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) announced today that the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) has approved two grants totaling $2,488 for organizations in Susquehanna County.
Rep. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) announced today that the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) has approved two grants totaling $2,488 for organizations in Susquehanna County.
The grants awarded include:
- Associate Members of Old Mill Village Museum, $1,451.
- Endless Mountains Theatre Company Inc., $1,037.
“The Old Mill Village Museum helps preserve the rich heritage of the area and the Endless Mountains Theatre Company brings quality Community Theater to the people of Susquehanna County,” Major said.
Founded in 1966, the mission of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts is to foster the excellence, diversity and vitality of the arts in Pennsylvania and to broaden the availability and appreciation of those arts throughout the state.
Silver Lake Township Awarded Recycling Performance Grant - Rep. Sandra Major (R-Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) announced that the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently awarded a grant to Silver Lake Township in Susquehanna County under the Recycling Performance Grant Program.
The grant of $1,188 is based on the 98.2 tons recycled for calendar year 2007 and the township’s population.
The Recycling Performance Grant Program provides incentives to help communities in Pennsylvania increase the amount of material recovered through recycling and promote economic growth in the state through job creation and market expansion.
The grant is in addition to the funds that DEP allocates to municipalities to establish and maintain recycling programs.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a computer for three hours.