Watro, Argall Announce State Grants for Park Upgrades

January 28, 2025

HARRISBURG – Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) today announced the awarding of nearly $250,000 in state funding for park improvement projects in McAdoo Borough and Hazle Township. The lawmakers played a key role in securing the grants.

The grants are as follows:
• $149,590 for McAdoo Borough to convert tennis courts at Veterans Memorial Park into two pickleball courts.
• $100,000 for Hazle Township to complete phase two of the Community Park master plan, including the rehabilitation of the 0.26-mile trail and the addition of a parking area.

“I supported the funding for the park improvements because these projects will provide lasting benefits to our communities, offering recreational opportunities for all ages and enhancing the quality of life for residents of all ages,” Watro said.

“I’m grateful this highly competitive state funding will provide new opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors,” said Argall. “Our communities are healthier and stronger when we have quality parks and trails for all to enjoy.”

The grants were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) and made available through the Department of Community and Economic Development’s Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program. The grant program is supported by the Marcellus Legacy Fund established by Act 13 of 2012 to provide for the distribution of natural gas drilling impact fees.

The CFA is an independent agency of the Commonwealth and holds fiduciary responsibility over the funding of programs and investments in Pennsylvania’s economic growth.

Representative Dane Watro
116th Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives