Philadelphia Secures $5 Million for Community and Economic Growth Initiatives
In a major step to boost community development in Philadelphia, the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has approved 17 diverse projects aimed at enhancing neighborhood infrastructure and public services. These initiatives, part of the Local Share Account (LSA) – Philadelphia program, will be funded with $5 million to address vital needs ranging from maternal healthcare to park improvements.
“This funding will support critical projects that make Philadelphia safer, healthier, and more vibrant for residents and visitors alike,” stated Rick Siger, Secretary of the DCED. He emphasized the Shapiro Administration’s commitment to investing in local communities to enhance the quality of life and drive economic progress across Pennsylvania.
Community Involvement
Several projects are set to strengthen community ties and infrastructure:
- $500,000 allocated to the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation for the development of a multimodal roadway and trail extension along the Delaware River Trail.
- $170,000 granted to Historic Germantown for building upgrades at its headquarters and subsidiary, the Germantown Historical Society.
- $350,000 directed to Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia for expanding the Northeast Frankford Club facility.
- $325,000 to the Hispanic Association of Contractors and Enterprises for facility improvements, including a new small business center.
Economic Development
Projects focusing on economic growth include:
- $500,000 for the Oshun Family Center to establish a maternal health center on Frankford Avenue.
- $400,000 for the Enterprise Center Community Development Corporation to refurbish blighted properties into commercial spaces on South 52nd Street.
Neighborhood Revitalization
Enhancements to neighborhood safety and facilities will be achieved through:
- $225,000 to the West Philadelphia Corridor Collaborative for installing security cameras and flood lights.
- $400,000 to the Children’s Crisis Treatment Center for preparing the site for a new mental health community center.
Public Interest
Various public interest projects will be funded, including:
- $500,000 to Face to Face for renovating a building to include a new HVAC system and high-speed internet wiring.
- $275,000 to the Philadelphia Gospel Movement for creating community space at the Oasis Hope Center.
- $366,000 to the Queen Village Neighbors Association for improvements to Bainbridge Green Park.
- $39,000 to the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging for structural renovations.
- $125,000 to the Friends of Jefferson Square Park for walkway renovations.
- $150,000 to the Lutheran Social Mission Society for window and HVAC upgrades.
- $325,000 to the Philadelphia Department of Public Health for installing a cooling tower at Health Center 6.
- $250,000 to We Love Philly for community center renovations.
- $100,000 to the Southwest Community Development for elevator and corridor improvements.
These projects are made possible through the Local Share Account (LSA) – Philadelphia program, which allocates a portion of slot machine license fees for economic and community development initiatives in Philadelphia, as per Act 71 (the Gaming Act).
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